Gig Harbor public meetings in 2021

City Council Committees

The Board & Commission Candidate Review Committee is holding a special meeting to interview three candidates for the Design Review Board. The agenda includes only the interviews and standard procedural items.

• Interview of James Morgan for Design Review Board
• Interview of Vicky Alsaker for Design Review Board
• Interview of Dave Christian for Design Review Board

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Finance and Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a retail theft ordinance and an OSHA report. The retail theft ordinance follows an earlier presentation on shoplifting and aims to involve businesses in crime prevention. The meeting is open to the public online.

• Retail Theft Ordinance discussion
• OSHA Report review

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is meeting to discuss the Urban Growth Area Analysis as the main agenda item. The meeting will also include approval of the minutes from the December 2, 2021 meeting. The public can participate remotely via Zoom or phone.

• Urban Growth Area Analysis discussion
• Approval of minutes from December 2, 2021

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Public Works Committee will meet to discuss two new business items: an update on the Emergency Water Intertie project on Canterwood Blvd and Well #9 water rights and mitigation. The committee will also review the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) schedule. Public comment is limited to designated portions of the meeting.

• Emergency Water Intertie – Canterwood Blvd project update
• Well #9 water rights and mitigation discussion
• CIP review
• Approval of November 9, 2021 minutes

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting for a special session. The only substantive item is an executive session to discuss selecting a site or acquiring real estate by lease or purchase, held behind closed doors under state law to avoid affecting the price. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session on real estate site selection or acquisition per RCW 42.30.110(b)

City Council Committees

The Board & Commission Candidate Review Committee is holding a special meeting to interview five candidates for the Parks Commission. The committee will also approve minutes from its November 8 meeting, where it recommended Lindsey Stover for a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee vacancy and recommended removing Doug Terrien from the Parks Commission due to attendance issues.

• Interviews for Parks Commission: Amanda Babich, Georgina Armstrong, Joe Buckley, Stephanie Lile, Stace Gordon
• Approval of November 8, 2021 minutes
• Previous recommendation: Lindsey Stover for LTAC vacancy
• Previous recommendation: removal of Doug Terrien from Parks Commission

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold second readings and adoptions of ordinances updating the 2021 Comprehensive Plan and parks-related codes, plus a public hearing on vacating a portion of Hall Street. New business includes a rezone for McCormick Creek Phase III, an ADA transition plan, and several public works contracts. The consent agenda covers routine approvals, including a $1.84 million voucher payment and a $464,388 payroll.

• Ordinance 1477: 2021 Comprehensive Plan amendment (second reading/adoption)
• Ordinance 1478: Updating parks-related codes (second reading/adoption)
• Ordinance 1479: Vacating a portion of Hall Street (public hearing)
• Ordinance 1480: McCormick Creek Phase III rezone from R-1 to PRD
• Vouchers totaling $1,840,806.49 and payroll of $464,388.00

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to reconsider a grant allocation to the Lavender Farm/APCC Korean ChuSeok Festival as directed by the Council. They will also receive updates on digital advertising ROI, review the lodging tax pace chart, and discuss holiday and winter/spring marketing plans.

• Reconsideration of grant allocation to Lavender Farm / APCC Korean ChuSeok Festival
• Update on ROI from digital ad spend (Datafy/SeeSource & Google Ads)
• Review of Lodging Tax Pace Chart (Nov 2021)
• Review of holiday advertising
• Summer Sounds and Movies in the Park – selection in process

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council and Parks Commission are holding a joint study session to review the draft Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan, including results from a November online open house and draft goals and policies. The plan is being developed with consultant Conservation Technix and must be adopted by March 2022. No public comment will be allowed at this meeting.

• Review of draft PROS Plan goals and policies
• Online open house results: 205 responses, top priority is additional paved/shared-use trails (36%)
• Residents prioritize developing existing city-owned park property and acquiring land for trails
• Frequent write-in requests for pickleball courts, aquatic center, and trail extensions (e.g., Cushman Trail north)
• 68% of respondents say city lacks enough parkland for the future

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a recommendation for Cedarbrook Dental's remodel of the former Wells Fargo building at 5501 Soundview Dr. The applicant seeks a design alternative to the city's long-wall-plane rule for the north façade. Staff recommends approval, finding the alternative equivalent or superior. The meeting also includes approval of July minutes; the December 23 meeting is cancelled.

• Cedarbrook Dental remodel of former Wells Fargo at 5501 Soundview Dr., Olympic Village Shopping Center
• Design alternative request for north façade wall plane (GHMC 17.99.380(A))
• Staff recommends approval of the alternative design
• Site is legally nonconforming; remodel does not increase nonconformity
• December 23, 2021 meeting cancelled

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Planning & Building Committee is meeting to discuss three items: a Downtown Waterfront Alliance parking study, a county-wide planning policy update, and employment growth targets. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; these appear to be discussion items. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom due to public health concerns.

• Downtown Waterfront Alliance Parking Study discussion
• County-Wide Planning Policy Update
• Employment Growth Target Discussion
• Approval of October 4, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from November 18, 2021, and to discuss the 2022 budget. The meeting is held remotely due to public health concerns. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2021
• Discussion of 2022 budget

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will hold a regular meeting with a presentation from Mayor Kit Kuhn on conservation property acquisition. The commission will also receive updates on the PROS Plan and a parks update from the Public Works Director, along with committee reports and public comment.

• Presentation on Conservation Property Acquisition by Mayor Kit Kuhn
• PROS Plan Update
• Parks Update Report by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Approval of October 6, 2021 minutes

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold public hearings and take action on the 2022 budget (Ordinance 1474), the draft ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, and Burnham Ridge sewer and water utility extension agreements (Resolution 1223). They will also conduct first readings of ordinances on municipal court codification, temporary suspension of special use provisions, comprehensive plan amendments, and parks code updates, plus set fees for boat rack rentals. The consent agenda includes hiring a parks manager above salary midpoint, an agreement with FISH Food Bank, street light purchases, and voucher approvals totaling $855,479.96.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 1474, the 2022 budget
• Public hearing on draft ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Planning Program
• Resolution 1223: Burnham Ridge sewer and water utility extension agreements
• Resolution 1222: fees for public rental of Ancich human powered craft storage racks
• Consent agenda: $855,479.96 in vouchers, parks manager hire, FISH Food Bank agreement

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a study session on the Urban Growth Area analysis. The meeting includes approval of the November 4 minutes and scheduling the next meeting for December 2.

• Urban Growth Area Analysis study session
• Approval of November 4, 2021 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for December 2, 2021

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss several items, including an update on the Harbor Arbor Art Project, the Arts & Culture Element of the Comprehensive Plan, the 2022 Creative Endeavor Grant Program, and the 2022 Work Plan. Mayor Kuhn will present on Austin Park Pylon Signage. The meeting is virtual and open to the public.

• Presentation on Austin Park Pylon Signage by Mayor Kuhn
• Update on Harbor Arbor Art Project
• Discussion of Arts & Culture Element of the Gig Harbor Comprehensive Plan
• 2022 Creative Endeavor Grant Program
• 2022 Work Plan Discussion

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Public Works Committee will review and discuss the draft ADA Transition Plan for public rights-of-way, along with proposed fees for human-powered craft storage at Ancich and utility extension agreements for Burnham Ridge. The committee will also review the Capital Improvement Program. Public comment is allowed.

• Draft ADA Transition Plan presentation by Transportation Solutions, Inc.
• Ancich Human Powered Craft Public Storage Fees
• Burnham Ridge Sewer and Water Utility Extension Agreements
• CIP Review

City Council Committees

The Board & Commission Candidate Review Committee is meeting to interview three candidates for the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. They will also approve the minutes from the October 11 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Interviews for Lodging Tax Advisory Committee: Miriam Battson, Lindsey Stover, Pat Schmidt
• Approval of October 11, 2021 minutes

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan's Arts and Culture element. The meeting includes a staff report, applicant presentation, and public comment. No final decision is indicated on the agenda; it is a formal review item.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment: Arts and Culture Element
• Public comment allowed via Zoom or phone, with 3-minute speaking limit
• Written comments due by 5 PM November 3, 2021, to [email protected]
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2021 meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from its October 8, 2021 meeting and discuss new business regarding a lateral entry list. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of October 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of lateral entry list

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will meet virtually to receive an update on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan and consider a proposal from the Rotary Club for a clean dog park at Shaw Park. The commission will also hear a report from Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm and take public comment. The agenda includes approval of the October 6, 2021 minutes.

• PROS Plan update: survey results show support for maintaining parks, interest in off-leash dog areas and community gardens
• Clean Dog Park Proposal for Shaw Park by Rotary Club of Gig Harbor
• Parks update: $150,000 donation from Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Race Team for Ancich Park lease
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1B: Kiwanis donating eight benches
• Ancich Park Advanced Mitigation: Hearing Examiner meeting scheduled for November 18

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss changes to the 2022 preliminary budget, which totals $118,613,082, an increase of $2.6 million from the earlier version. The changes include a $1,998,000 increase in Hospital Benefit Zone taxes, carryovers for the Jerkovich Pier and WWTP projects, and adjustments to the Lodging Tax Fund. The council will also review the full preliminary budget document, which outlines capital projects, personnel changes, and salary adjustments.

• 2022 budget increase of $2,600,000 to $118,613,082
• Hospital Benefit Zone taxes increased by $1,998,000
• Carryover of $380,000 for Jerkovich Pier Advanced Mitigation Project
• Carryover of $150,000 for WWTP Digester/Aeration
• Proposed 2.5% cost of living increase for non-represented employees

City Council Committees

The Intergovernmental Affairs Committee will meet to discuss and finalize the city's 2022 legislative agenda, including transportation funding requests, zoning issues, and federal earmarks. The agenda includes items on SEPA and UGA zoning and an update on federal earmark appropriations. The committee will also review minutes from a prior meeting.

• 2022 Legislative Agenda discussion
• SEPA and UGA Zoning discussion
• Update on Federal Earmark Appropriations
• Approval of minutes from September 27, 2021

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss changes to the 2022 preliminary budget, which totals $118,613,082, an increase of $2,600,000 from the earlier draft. The changes include a $1,998,000 correction to Hospital Benefit Zone taxes, a $380,000 carryover for the Jerkovich Pier Advanced Mitigation Project, and a $150,000 carryover for WWTP Digester/Aeration upgrades. The council is also reviewing the full preliminary budget document, which includes capital projects, personnel changes, and salary adjustments.

• 2022 budget increase of $2,600,000 to $118,613,082
• Hospital Benefit Zone tax increase of $1,998,000
• Jerkovich Pier Advanced Mitigation Project carryover of $380,000
• WWTP Digester/Aeration carryover of $150,000
• Proposed 2.5% cost of living increase for non-represented employees

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss two items: setting a 20-year population growth target for 2024-2044, and a temporary suspension of special use provisions and encroachment permits. Staff recommends a 1% average annual growth rate, which would add about 2,200 people by 2044. The council is also considering a temporary suspension of certain land use provisions.

• Proposed 2024-2044 population growth target: 2,200 new residents, reaching 13,440 total by 2044
• Staff recommends 1% average annual growth rate, compared to 7.1% post-recession growth (2014-2020)
• City has capacity for 2,046 additional dwelling units (about 4,400 people) under current zoning
• Discussion of temporary suspension of special use provisions and encroachment permits
• Growth targets must be adopted by June 30, 2024, per state law

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss the preliminary 2022 budget, focusing on public works operating and capital expenses across departments like streets, water, wastewater, parks, and city buildings. The agenda includes a detailed breakdown of capital improvement projects, such as road improvements, utility upgrades, and park developments. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Civic Center HVAC assessment and replacement
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1B design and permitting
• Burnham Drive half-width roadway improvements (Phase 1A and Phase 1 complete)
• Emergency water intertie along Canterwood Blvd (approx. 1,600 LF)
• Well #9 development at 11944 Olympus Way

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss the preliminary 2022 budget, including departmental funding and capital projects. The agenda includes a detailed review of the budget by department, with specific time allocations for each. The budget totals $116,013,082 across all funds, and the council will also discuss FISH funding for 2021/2022.

• Total 2022 budget appropriations of $116,013,082
• Police department budget of $4,667,843
• Community Development budget of $2,814,246
• Capital projects include Civic Center HVAC replacement, Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1B, and Burnham Drive improvements
• Proposed personnel changes include 8.2 new FTEs and salary increases for represented employees

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is meeting to hear a presentation on cultural taxing districts from the Harbor History Museum and to discuss the Harbor Arbor Art Project. They will also receive an update on the Arts & Culture Element of the Gig Harbor Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes approval of the August 11 minutes.

• Presentation on Cultural Taxing Districts by Stephanie Lile, Harbor History Museum
• Discussion of Harbor Arbor Art Project with Lynn Stevenson
• Update on Arts & Culture Element of the Gig Harbor Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of minutes from August 11 meeting

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including a Hall Street right-of-way vacation request, an update on the Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan, and a draft ordinance for stormwater rate structure. The committee will also review the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The agenda includes public comment and approval of the September 14, 2021 minutes.

• Hall St ROW Vacation Request – Ryan White
• PROS Plan Update (required for state grant eligibility, current plan expires March 1, 2022)
• Stormwater Rate Structure – Draft Ordinance
• CIP Review

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting on October 12, 2021, to discuss and vote on recommendations for distributing lodging tax funds to 22 applicants for 2022. The agenda also includes updates on tourism marketing efforts, such as the VisitGigHarborWA digital campaign and potential new attractions like a skating rink and S'mores stations.

• Vote on LTAC recommendations for 22 grant applications totaling $286,806
• Applications include $20,000 requests from Greater Gig Harbor Foundation, Harbor History Museum, Rotary North, Asia Pacific Cultural Center, Metropolitan Glass, Downtown Waterfront Alliance, and Gig Harbor Film Festival
• Update on VisitGigHarborWA digital campaign: launched 8/29, fall ads live 10/1, targeting Los Angeles, SF Bay Area, Salt Lake City
• Potential skating rink sponsorship and S'mores stations for downtown discussed
• Content development with Wild Human and Nick Balera for photography, video, and drone

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold public hearings and consider adoption of findings of fact for two ordinances (1466 and 1467), and will also take action on accepting a property donation (Ordinance 1468) and introduce a repeal of the Bring Your Own Bag ordinance (1469). The meeting includes consent agenda items for minutes, vouchers totaling $1,422,260.86, and payroll of $484,814.87, plus presentations and proclamations.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1467 (agenda bill and public comment attached)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1466 (agenda bill and public comment attached)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1468 accepting North Creek Gig Harbor, LLC property donation
• First reading of Ordinance 1469 repealing GHMC 5.14 Bring Your Own Bag
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,422,260.86 and payroll of $484,814.87

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is holding two study sessions: one on Arts & Culture and a second on the Urban Growth Area Analysis. No formal decisions are scheduled; the next meeting on October 21 will include a public hearing on the Arts & Culture Comprehensive Plan Amendment.

• Arts & Culture study session
• Urban Growth Area Analysis study session #2
• Next meeting: October 21, 2021 — Comp Plan Amendment Arts & Culture Open Public Hearing

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will review the 2021 work plan and develop a proposed 2022 work plan for City Council approval, as well as receive an update on the PROS Plan. The meeting includes approval of minutes, a parks update from Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm, committee reports, and public comment.

• 2022 Park Commission Work Plan development
• PROS Plan update (required by RCO, due March 2022)
• 2022 budget items: $40,000 for court resurfacing, $20,000 for PROS Plan update, $18,000 for Cushman Trail signage
• Potential projects: Adopt-a-Park, Crescent Creek visioning, Cushman Trail spur, skate park cameras ($5,000 grant funded)

City Council Committees

The Intergovernmental Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss federal and state activity updates, including the Infrastructure Bill and culvert legislation, and to plan the 2022 legislative agenda. The attached report details the city's 2021 legislative outcomes, including partial funding for the Sports Complex and ongoing efforts for Highway 16 congestion relief.

• Update on federal Infrastructure Bill and culvert legislation status
• Planned RCO grant requests for state funding
• 2022 Legislative Agenda discussion
• Highway 16 Congestion Improvements: $1.16 million request for design/construction
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex: received $500,000 LWCF grant, but not $2 million local community projects funding

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold first readings and possible adoption of two ordinances: one establishing interim zoning controls related to emergency shelter and housing (Ordinance 1466), and another imposing a six-month moratorium on new lodging level 1 and short-term rental applications (Ordinance 1467). The council will also consider a second reading of Ordinance 1465 updating public records rules, a lease agreement with the Chamber of Commerce, and several consent agenda items including a residential lease and a professional services contract.

• Ordinance 1466: interim zoning controls amending GHMC related to ESSHB 1220 emergency shelter and housing
• Ordinance 1467: six-month moratorium on new lodging level 1 and short-term rental applications
• Ordinance 1465: second reading and adoption updating GHMC 2.52 Public Records
• Lease agreement with Chamber of Commerce
• Professional services contract for Prentice Avenue/Fenimore Street half street improvements design

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Finance and Safety Committee is meeting to review a 6-year financial forecast for the general and street operating funds, covering 2021 through 2027. The forecast projects revenue and expenditure trends, including the impact of federal ARPA funds and sales tax growth. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its June 21, 2021 meeting.

• Review of 6-year financial forecast for general and street operating funds (2021-2027)
• General fund revenues projected 15% over 2020 in 2021, partly due to $1,497,275 in ARPA funds
• Sales tax revenues up 20% in August 2021, projected 15% growth through December 2021
• Street operating fund expenditures projected to rise from $1.9 million in 2021 to nearly $3.0 million in 2022
• Approval of minutes from June 21, 2021 meeting

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to review and make a recommendation on the first periodic update to the city's Shoreline Master Program (GHSMP), a legislative action required by state law. The update includes state-mandated changes and city-proposed amendments, such as aligning with FEMA flood regulations, allowing certain parking areas, and permitting overwater decks in specific shoreline designations. The Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Public hearing on Shoreline Master Program Periodic Review (PL-COMP-21-0002)
• Proposed updates to align with FEMA National Flood Insurance Program and 'Door 2' ESA compliance
• Allow principal use parking upland of specified streets in City Waterfront Shoreline Environmental Designation
• Allow overwater decks appurtenant to permitted water-oriented uses in City Waterfront and Historic Working Waterfront designations
• No written comments received during 30-day joint public comment period (ends Sept 17, 2021)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to review August minutes, discuss LTAC structures around Washington, and get an update on an assistant position. They will also review event sponsorship requests, hear a follow-up from MRSC on grant directives, and discuss the 2021 Visitors Guide, including a $15,000 digital campaign and ongoing print distribution issues. The committee will consider potential winter attractions like a skating rink and s'mores stations, plus 2022 brochure production and press coverage plans.

• $15,000 digital campaign for remainder of 2021
• Review of event sponsorship requests: Monkeyshines, Lavender Farm, Gig Harbor Now, Lacrosse/Soccer Tourney, Taproom BBQ & Brews
• Discussion of potential December skating rink and s'mores stations
• 2022 Visitors Guide planned for early 2022 release
• Brochure production for 2022: Netshed, golf, calendar of events, food/wine guide

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Public Works Committee will meet to discuss two new business items: extending the right-turn lane on Olympic Drive at Pt. Fosdick Drive, and reviewing the August 2021 water system disruptions at Cedar Crest. The committee will also review the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and hear public comment. The meeting is open to the public via phone or Zoom.

• Olympic Dr. right-turn lane extension at Pt. Fosdick Dr.
• Cedar Crest Water System August 2021 incident review
• CIP review
• Approval of June 15, 2021 minutes

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 1465 to update the city's public records code (GHMC 2.52). The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as intergovernmental agreements, approval of vouchers and payroll, and reports from the mayor and city administrator.

• First reading of Ordinance 1465 updating GHMC 2.52 Public Records
• 2021-2026 Washington State Reference Network Agreement with Seattle Public Utilities
• Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Pierce County for generator maintenance and minor repair services
• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,044,049.54 for August 23 and September 13, 2021
• Approval of payroll totaling $489,178.81

City Council Committees

The Planning & Building Committee will discuss short-term rentals (VRBO), House Bill 1220 on emergency shelters and housing, and growth. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 2 meeting. A draft Pierce County Buildable Lands Report is attached for reference.

• Short Term Rentals/VRBO – Committee Discussion
• House Bill 1220 'Emergency Shelters and Housing- Local Planning and Development' – Director Katrina Knutson
• Growth Discussion – Committee Discussion
• Approval of Minutes: Monday, August 2, 2021

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will meet virtually to discuss the PROS Plan update and the status of Austin Park projects. They will also receive a parks update from Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm and hear committee reports and public comment.

• PROS Plan update discussion
• Status update on Austin Park projects
• Introduction of new members Doug Terrien and Will Appleton
• Approval of August 4, 2021 minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from June 11, 2021, and discuss new business, including certifying a sergeant promotional eligibility roster and discussing exceptional lateral candidates. The meeting is held remotely due to public health concerns.

• Certification of Sergeant Promotional Eligibility Roster
• Discussion of Exceptional Lateral Candidates
• Approval of June 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on two items: a proposal by the Public Works Department to install a carved house post art piece at Austin Estuary Park, and a request by Walt and Nora Smith to rezone three parcels to R-2. The hearing includes staff reports, applicant presentations, and public comment. Written comments must be submitted by Aug 18, 2021.

• Public art installation 'Our fisherman, Our guardian' at Austin Estuary Park, 18-foot carved house post on concrete base, 15 feet from high tide line
• Mitigation and monitoring for no net loss of ecological function in Gig Harbor Bay and Category II estuarine wetlands
• Smith Rezone (PL-REZ-21-0001) to rezone three parcels to R-2, per 2016 Development Agreement
• Public comment via Zoom or phone, 3-minute limit per speaker

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review and approve July minutes, hear a presentation on LTAC grant directives, and receive updates on the 2021 Visitors Guide, including ongoing print distribution issues and the digital launch. They will also discuss press coverage, social media posts, and fall travel media pitches. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major funding decisions scheduled.

• MRSC presentation on LTAC grant directives
• 2021 Visitors Guide print distribution issues and digital launch at visitgigharborwa.com
• 75th Anniversary banner hung over Harborview; DPI sold to Minuteman, not produced or billed
• Brochure production for 2022 and fall features
• Upcoming press coverage from 1889 Magazine and freelance journalist Chaney Kwak

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is meeting to discuss the 2022 budget, an update on historic markers, the Arts & Culture Element of the Comprehensive Plan, and a proposed site for the Harbor Arbor Art project. The meeting follows prior discussions on these topics, including a proposed $5,500 art project at Adam Tallman Nature Park.

• Discussion of 2022 budget
• Historic Markers Update
• Arts & Culture Element of the Gig Harbor Comprehensive Plan
• Harbor Arbor Art Project - proposed site at Adam Tallman Nature Park (6811 Wagner Way) with a $5,500 budget
• Approval of minutes from July 14 and July 23 meetings

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will vote on consent agenda items including payroll and vouchers, a resolution to reject all bids for Skansie Netshed painting, and a Design Review Board appointment. They will also hold a second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1464 for LTGO refunding bonds, and consider awarding a construction contract for Lift Station #6. A speed study report for Harborview Drive will be presented.

• Approval of payroll totaling $727,540.21
• Approval of vouchers totaling $751,774.26
• Resolution 1216 to reject all bids for Skansie Netshed painting
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1464 for LTGO Refunding Bonds 2021
• Lift Station #6 Public Works Construction Contract Award

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit (PL-CUP-21-0001) requested by Gig Harbor Homesites II LLC to expand the Haven of Rest Cemetery onto a 10.07-acre parcel at 8917 SR 16, zoned R-2 Medium-Density Residential. The proposal includes no development, only the cemetery use. Staff recommends approval with conditions, and no public comments have been received as of the report date.

• Conditional use permit for cemetery expansion on 10.07 acres at 8917 SR 16, adjacent to existing cemetery and Cushman Trail
• No development proposed; future permits required for any site work
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, including obtaining all necessary permits
• Permit expires in 3 years if no subsequent building or civil permit application is submitted
• Public hearing scheduled for August 5, 2021, with written comments due by noon that day

City Council Committees

The Board & Commission Candidate Review Committee is holding a special meeting to interview three applicants for the Design Review Board. The committee will also approve minutes from its July 12 meeting. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Interview Nick Kostal for DRB Category 1
• Interview Larry Bradbury for DRB Category 3
• Interview Tom Brown for DRB Category 3
• Approve minutes from July 12, 2021

City Council Committees

The Planning & Building Committee will receive an update on the Pierce County Buildable Lands Report and discuss population and employment growth targets for 2044. Staff will present capacity data and answer questions, with final targets to be adopted by the County Council in 2022.

• Buildable Lands Report update – final draft scheduled for County Council in August 2021
• Discussion of preliminary 2044 employment target of 15,922 jobs (3,500 growth share)
• Population growth scenarios from 1.3% to 1.7% annual rate, adding 3,600–4,700 residents
• Capacity summary shows 4,451 employment and 2,100 housing unit capacity
• Next Comprehensive Plan update due June 30, 2024

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a first reading and possible adoption of an ordinance for LTGO refunding bonds, a budget amendment for staffing, and an intergovernmental agreement with South Sound Housing Affordability Partners. They will also consider several public works contracts, including for the Stinson/Harborview intersection and Community Paddler's Dock, plus a change order for the Eddon Boat Park brick house chimney. Consent agenda items include appointments, a lease agreement, and voucher approvals.

• First reading of ordinance for LTGO refunding bonds 2021
• Ordinance 1463 - budget amendment for staffing
• South Sound Housing Affordability Partners intergovernmental agreement
• Stinson/Harborview intersection improvements construction contract award
• Community Paddler's Dock construction contract award

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the draft Arts & Culture Element of the Gig Harbor Comprehensive Plan. This element would establish goals, policies, and actions to guide arts and cultural activities in the city, including public art, economic vitality, education, and heritage preservation. The commission will review the draft, which includes a policy matrix and implementation actions, but no final decision is scheduled at this meeting.

• Discussion of the Arts & Culture Element, including goals for creative economic vitality, public art, education, spaces, and heritage
• Proposal to create a city arts fund to support grants for artists and non-profits (P-14.1.3)
• Proposal to expand the Public Art Fund and include the Arts Commission in development projects (P-14.2.2, P-14.2.3)
• Action item to rename the Arts Commission to the Arts and Culture Commission (A-14.7)
• Survey findings: 87% of 915 respondents rated arts as 'Very Important' to quality of life

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing the 2021 grant approach and providing feedback on proposed spending guidelines. The proposal includes a minimum of $125,000 annually for external grants, a $20,000 per-project cap, and $5,000 for new or emerging events. The committee also discussed diversifying funding and increasing tourism marketing.

• Proposed $125,000 minimum annual spend on external grants
• Per-project request maximum set at $20,000
• $5,000 set aside for new or emerging non-profit events
• 2021 budget shows $118,000 for tourism advertising
• 2019 external grants totaled $22,139; 2020 awarded $75,000

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will hold a virtual public meeting on July 22, 2021, to review two formal agenda items. The first is a request from the City's Public Works Department for a design alternative and exception for the rehabilitation of Sewer Lift Station #12 at 11502 Burnham Drive. The second is a continued review of the proposed 78-unit Burnham Drive Apartments at 9411 Burnham Drive, focusing on specific design standards. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Sewer Lift Station #12: demolition of existing pump station building, construction of new building, and rehabilitation of wet well and manhole at 11502 Burnham Drive (PL-DR-21-0167)
• Burnham Drive Apartments: 78-unit complex with five 3-story buildings, a 2-story carriage unit building, and a community building at 9411 Burnham Drive (PL-SPR-17-0003, PL-CUP-17-0001, PL-DR-17-0184, PL-SEPA-17-0013)
• Design alternative and exception request for Lift Station #12 under GHMC 17.98.055(A) and 17.98.060(D)
• Burnham Drive Apartments review of design standards GHMC 17.99.240C, 17.99.370A, and 17.99.470C
• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2021 meeting

City Council Committees

The Intergovernmental Affairs Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss updates on the 2021 Interim Plan and federal appropriation requests. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting. The meeting is largely procedural, with discussion items focused on legislative advocacy and funding priorities.

• Discussion of 2021 Interim Plan, including legislative priorities and lobbying activities
• Update on Federal Appropriation Requests
• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2021 meeting

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will discuss updates on the Harborview/Stinson roundabout art, historic markers (including a presentation by the Puyallup Tribe), the Harbor Arbor Art Project, and the 2022 budget. They will also hear reports on the Creative District Program and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Harborview/Stinson Roundabout Art update by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Historic Markers update with Puyallup Tribe presentation
• Harbor Arbor Art Project update by Commissioner Stevenson
• 2022 Budget discussion led by Chair Glock-Jackson
• Creative District Program report by Commissioner Avni

City Council Committees

The Board & Commission Candidate Review Committee is meeting to interview applicants for open positions on the Design Review Board and Parks Commission. The committee will also approve minutes from its June 21 meeting. This is a routine candidate review process, not a decision-making meeting on policy or budget.

• Interview Larry Bradbury for Design Review Board
• Interview Tom Brown for Design Review Board
• Interview Michael Kiley for Parks Commission
• Interview Peter Baker for Parks Commission
• Interview William Appleton for Parks Commission

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will hold a pre-application review for the Harbor History Museum's proposal to enclose the Maritime Gallery at 4121 Harborview Drive. The project involves adding walls and glazing within the existing building footprint, with no changes to the roof or massing. The board will provide early input on design standards, but no formal decisions will be made at this meeting. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May 27 and June 10, 2021, and an Open Public Meetings Act training.

• Harbor History Museum Maritime Gallery enclosure (PL-DR-21-0164) at 4121 Harborview Drive
• Enclosure walls of board & batten siding and aluminum storefront glazing
• Reduced glazing to comply with 2018 Washington State Energy Code
• Approval of minutes from May 27 and June 10, 2021 meetings
• Open Public Meetings Act training

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission is meeting to discuss updates to the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan and Parks Appreciation Day. They will also consider a proposal for a clean dog park at Shaw Park, which has been moved to the September 1 agenda. The meeting includes public comment opportunities.

• PROS Plan update discussion
• Parks Appreciation Day update
• Clean Dog Park proposal for Shaw Park moved to 9/1/21 agenda
• Public comment period

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear a presentation from Senior Planner Carl de Simas on the periodic review of the city's Shoreline Master Program (SMP), including a survey of proposed amendments and a draft schedule for completing the update. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the June 17, 2021 meeting. This is a discussion and review item, not a final decision.

• Review of proposed amendments to the Shoreline Master Program per Dept. of Ecology guidance
• Discussion of draft schedule for SMP periodic update, including public hearing on August 19, 2021
• Proposed amendment to permit public art on public property within Shoreline Jurisdiction
• Consultant contract with Grette and Associates for SMP update assistance
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a special meeting to enter an executive session to discuss pending litigation, as permitted by state law. Action may be taken after the session. The agenda includes a reference to a document about a village amendment, but no other substantive items are listed.

• Executive session for pending litigation per RCW 42.10.110 (1)(i)
• Possible action after executive session
• Reference to R-1215_Village Amendment_062821.pdf

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold public hearings and consider several resolutions and contracts, including adopting the six-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2022-2027, supporting employee engagement survey measures, and authorizing a Public Works Trust Fund loan application. They will also consider contract amendments, an easement release, a lease with the Chamber of Commerce, a construction contract for crosswalk improvements, and a property donation. The consent agenda includes approval of vouchers totaling $1,686,946.04.

• Public Hearing: Resolution 1212 – Adoption of Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2022-2027
• Resolution 1213 – Support for Recommended Measures in Response to 2020 Employee Engagement Survey
• Resolution 1214 – Public Works Trust Fund Loan Opportunities
• Approval of Vouchers for June 28, 2021: $1,686,946.04 (checks 95527-95626 and ACH payments)
• Gig Harbor North Crosswalk Improvements – Public Works Construction Contract Award

City Council Committees

The Finance and Safety Committee will consider early payoff of the 2010 LTGO and refunding bonds, with two scenarios presented. The meeting also includes approval of the May 17, 2021 minutes.

• Consideration for early payoff of 2010 LTGO and refunding bonds
• Agenda bill for Civic Center Refunding Bonds 2010
• Two refunding scenarios presented

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with an Open Public Meetings Act training video, nominate and elect officers per its bylaws, and receive updates from Senior Planner Carl deSimas on the Urban Growth Area (UGA) analysis and the Land-use/Arts and Culture Comprehensive Plan elements. The agenda is largely procedural and update-focused, with no public hearings or decision items listed.

• Open Public Meetings Act training video
• Nomination and election of officers per Bylaws Article III Section 1
• UGA Analysis update by Carl deSimas
• Land-use/Arts and Culture Comprehensive Plan elements update by Carl deSimas

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Public Works Committee will review and discuss the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2022-2027, including project costs and updates. This is an action item, meaning the committee may take action on it. The meeting also includes approval of the May 11, 2021 minutes and a review of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) tiers.

• Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program 2022-2027 update and project costs discussion (action item)
• Approval of May 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• CIP review across Tiers 1-4

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold public hearings on two items: first reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1462 amending the Shoreline Master Program for art placement, and Amendment No. 1 to the Village at Harbor Hill Development Agreement. The council will also consider several contracts and resolutions, including a PROS Plan update contract, an Adopt-A-Park program, a 38th Avenue design contract amendment, a lease amendment with the Gig Harbor Canoe & Kayak Racing Team, and a resolution adopting the Homeport design concept. Consent agenda items include approval of payroll ($472,365.04) and vouchers ($1,522,274.81).

• Public hearing: Ordinance No. 1462 - SMP Art Placement Comp Plan Amendment
• Public hearing: Village at Harbor Hill Development Agreement Amendment No. 1
• Resolution 1209 to establish Adopt-A-Park Program
• 38th Avenue Phase 1a Design - Professional Services Contract Amendment #3
• Lease Amendment with Gig Harbor Canoe & Kayak Racing Team

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss historic markers with Jennifer Keating of the Puyallup Tribe. The agenda includes only this old business item, along with commissioner comments and announcements. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Discussion of historic markers with Jennifer Keating, Puyallup Tribe

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review and approve minutes from April and May special meetings, receive updates on the 2021 Visitors Guide, trolley pledges, and press releases, and discuss awarded funds for kayak docks. The agenda also includes brainstorming for summer and fall media pitches and planning for the 75th Anniversary event.

• Review of April 21 and May 13 meeting minutes
• Update on 2021 Visitors Guide (print and digital)
• Trolley pledges received from Uptown, Heron's Key, Chamber, DWA; N/A from Inn at Gig Harbor
• Awarded funds to kayak docks: $100,000 per Council
• 75th Anniversary on July 12 with banner and proclamation

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will continue reviewing the Burnham Drive Apartments project, focusing on the applicant's requests for design alternatives to the city's design manual. These include retaining walls over 6 feet, grading beyond the balanced standard, benches instead of landscaping along the primary walkway, and a parking garage enclosing more than 20 cars. The board will discuss and vote on these alternatives after receiving updated information from the applicant.

• 78-unit apartment complex at 9411 Burnham Dr, with five 3-story buildings, a 2-story carriage unit building, and a community building
• Request for retaining walls exceeding 6 feet (up to 10.87') to accommodate an ADA-compliant walkway
• Request to allow grading with a 20% cut/fill difference instead of the standard 10%
• Proposal to install two additional benches in lieu of 5-foot landscaping along parts of the primary walkway
• Parking garage under Building A encloses more than 20 vehicles, requiring DRB recommendation

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss two items: a stormwater revenue study and potential Public Works Trust Fund loan opportunities. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Stormwater Revenue Study presented by Ashley Emery of Peninsula Financial Consulting
• Public Works Trust Fund Loan Opportunities discussion

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is meeting virtually to approve minutes, hear a presentation from TCC Gig Harbor's dean about the Write in the Harbor Conference, and receive updates on old business items including historic markers, creative endeavor grants, and the Harborview/Stinson sidewalk art project. No new business items are listed.

• Presentation: 'Write in the Harbor Conference' by Olga Torres Inglebriston, Dean, TCC Gig Harbor Campus
• Update: Historic Markers
• Update: Creative Endeavor Grants
• Update: Harborview / Stinson Sidewalk Art Project

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss a second amendment to the lease with the Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Race Team at Ancich Park. Public comment will be accepted during this discussion item. The meeting is accessible by phone or Zoom due to public health concerns.

• Discussion of second amendment to Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Race Team lease at Ancich Park
• Public comment accepted during the lease discussion

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will review the Level of Service Standards and Goals & Policies for the PROS Plan update, and discuss Parks Appreciation Day. The agenda includes old business on the PROS Plan and new business on Parks Appreciation Day, plus a parks update from the Public Works Director. The meeting is virtual via Zoom or phone.

• Review of PROS Plan Level of Service Standards and Goals & Policies
• Discussion of Parks Appreciation Day
• Approval of May 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on a proposal to restore the native place name Twalwacut at the Austin Estuary site, including renaming Austin Estuary Park to Austin Park. The commission will also discuss pandemic-aware Parks Appreciation Day plans and an inventory of parks facilities for the 2022 PROS Plan.

• Public hearing on restoring Twalwacut name and renaming Austin Estuary Park to Austin Park
• Discussion of Parks Appreciation Day with COVID-safe measures
• Inventory of parks facilities for 2022 PROS Plan update
• Proposed donations: bench at Skansie Brothers Park, water bottle filling station at Crescent Creek Park, benches at Wilkinson Farm Park and Austin Estuary Park
• Lease updates: Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Race Team at Ancich Park, Gig Harbor Commercial Fishermen's Club draft lease

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Planning & Building Committee is meeting to discuss regional planning frameworks, population targets, and legislative coordination on Growth Management Act bills. They will also review updates to the Pierce County Comprehensive Plan and the 2021 Long Range Work Program. The agenda includes several proposed amendments to the Pierce County Comprehensive Plan and Gig Harbor Peninsula Community Plan, with public hearings scheduled in the coming weeks.

• Discussion of Regional Planning Framework (PSRC/PCRC) and Population Target Setting
• Review of 2021 Long Range Work Program
• Pierce County Comprehensive Plan amendments: App. No. 939790 (redesignate 5 parcels to Park and Recreation), App. No. 940337 (redesignate 2 parcels to Mixed Use District), App. No. 940172 (density calculation change), App. No. 940163 (Purdy area revitalization and tree preservation)
• City comments on App. No. 940163 regarding UGA descriptions and Purdy redevelopment
• Next meeting scheduled for March 1, 2021

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a special virtual meeting with a single agenda item: an executive session to discuss the infrastructure and security of the agency's computer and telecommunications network, as permitted under state law. No other business is scheduled, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the session.

• Executive session on computer and telecommunications network security per RCW 42.10.110 (a)(ii)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a retreat to discuss the city's response to COVID-19, review the 2021 Capital Improvement Program project schedules and staffing needs, and hear the mayor's initiatives including restoring a Native American park name, annexation of city properties, and downtown parking. They will also discuss the city's strategic plan, communication plan, and a financial aid policy for low-income residents' utility bills.

• 2021 CIP project schedules: Stinson Avenue pavement overlay, 38th Avenue Improvement Phase 1A, Stinson/Harborview intersection improvements, Burnham 1/2 Street improvements, Emergency Water Intertie-Canterwood Blvd, Well #3 reconstruction, Lift Station 6 replacement, and more.
• Staffing discussion: implementing additional engineering full-time equivalents.
• Mayor initiatives: restoring a Native American park name, annexation of city properties, Crescent Creek Park/Masonic Temple timetable, enforcement of development regulations, downtown parking.
• Financial aid policy for fixed, low-income residents for utility bills (Councilmember Jim Franich).
• 2021 event planning: Maritime Gig and other city events.

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Intergovernmental Affairs Committee held a special meeting to discuss updates to its 2021 legislative agenda. No formal decisions were listed; the body only reviewed items and adjourned. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 22, 2021.

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance updating Title 15 Building and Construction, and will elect a Mayor Pro Tempore. The consent agenda includes a contract amendment for Burnham Drive roadway improvements, approval of vouchers totaling $794,147.20, and several reports and proclamations. The meeting will be held remotely due to public health concerns.

• Second reading of ordinance updating Title 15 Building and Construction
• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
• Contract Amendment #1 with David Evans and Associates for Burnham Drive Half-Width Roadway Improvements Ph. 1
• Approval of vouchers for January 25, 2021: Checks #94498-#94622 and ACH payments totaling $794,147.20
• Presentation: Wastewater Treatment Plant Outstanding Performance Award and Pierce Transit Bus and Trolley Update

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is reviewing proposed amendments to the Pierce County Comprehensive Plan for the Gig Harbor Peninsula, including updates to background data, maps, and policies. The amendments aim to reflect current conditions, support Purdy commercial revitalization, address the Fox Island Bridge, and add tree preservation policies. The Commission will provide feedback on the staff presentation.

• Proposed amendments to the Gig Harbor Peninsula Community Plan, including updates to population data and maps
• New policies to support revitalization of the Purdy commercial area (GH LU-5.1.4)
• New goal and action addressing the Fox Island Bridge (GH T-12)
• New policies for tree preservation and canopy (GH D-7.4, GH D-12.4, GH D-12.5)
• Correction of 'Reserve 5' to 'Rural 5' per Ordinance No. 2015-40

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on a conditional use permit request to establish a two-guestroom bed and breakfast in the lower level of an existing residence at 3311 Ross Avenue. Planning staff recommend approval with conditions, including a $5,071 transportation impact fee and a site inspection for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. No written comments have been received as of the staff report date.

• Conditional use permit PL-CUP-20-0004 for Ms. Bea's Bed and Breakfast, two guestrooms totaling ~650 sq ft
• Site zoned R-1 Single-Family Residential (Historic District)
• Transportation Impact Fee of $5,071.00 required prior to permit issuance
• Five off-street parking stalls required; applicant demonstrated existing capacity
• Permit expires 3 years from approval unless extended

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will hold a special meeting on January 20, 2021, to discuss updates on the Creative Endeavor Grant Program, plans to incorporate art into the Harborview/Stinson Roadway Improvement Project, the Love Locks Project, and the arts element of the city’s Comprehensive Plan. No formal decisions are listed; the session is primarily informational and workshop-focused.

• Creative Endeavor Grant Program update
• Incorporating art in Harborview / Stinson Roadway Improvement Project
• Love Locks Project discussion
• Arts Element of the Gig Harbor Comprehensive Plan review

City Council Committees

The Board & Commission Candidate Review Committee is interviewing applicants for open positions on the Planning Commission and the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC), including a recipient and a collector representative. After the interviews, the committee will review the applicants and make recommendations. The meeting is primarily procedural, focused on candidate selection.

• Interviews for Planning Commission: David Brereton, David Christian, Larry Bradbury
• Interviews for LTAC: Warren Zimmerman (recipient), Janis Denton (collector)
• Larry Bradbury also considered for Salary Commission
• Approval of minutes from October 12, 2020

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss a feasibility study for a commercial fishing homeport at Ancich Waterfront Park. The study, prepared by Davido Consulting Group, includes community outreach, concept alternatives, and economic analysis. Council will review the study, discuss, and consider next steps.

• Feasibility study for commercial fishing homeport at Ancich Waterfront Park
• Two dock alternatives: Full Buildout and Linear Facility
• Community interviews with 13 stakeholders including fishermen and neighbors
• Economic analysis of costs vs. revenues over 20 years
• Potential impacts on Millville neighborhood traffic and parking

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance updating Title 15 (Building and Construction), consider awarding a public works contract for Well No. 3, and discuss a resolution establishing a quarterly budget objective update policy. The meeting also includes a presentation on city forms of government and routine consent agenda items such as payroll and vouchers.

• First reading of ordinance updating Title 15 Building and Construction
• Well No. 3 Public Works Contract Award
• Resolution 1196 – Quarterly Budget Objective Update Policy
• Resolution 1195 – Astound Broadband Telecommunications Franchise Agreement Change of Control
• Purchase Authorization – Vactor Truck

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will discuss administrative items including finalizing new member applications, setting the 2021 meeting calendar, and updating the budget for a $5,000 public art catalog. They will also review the 2021 visitors guide production, open the grant period for the remaining $50,000, and consider an idea for youth engagement and publicity.

• Final call for new member applications and council interviews
• Budget update: $5,000 funding for public art catalog
• 2021 visitors guide production to begin, content suggestions
• LTAC grant open date for remaining $50,000
• Emerging events: idea for youth engagement and publicity

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session with a presentation from the Municipal Research & Service Center of Washington on city forms of government, including council-manager and mayor-council options. The council will also hold an executive session on a matter per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i), with no action expected after. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• MRSC presentation on forms of government
• Executive session per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)
• Discussion of potential change from mayor-council to council-manager form

City Council Committees

The Intergovernmental Affairs Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss an update on its 2021 legislative agenda. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and is otherwise a routine discussion item.

• Discussion of 2021 Legislative Agenda Update
• Approval of minutes from November 23, 2020 and January 6, 2021

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Public Works Committee will discuss three non-action items: a crosswalk at Albertson's entrance on Borgen Boulevard, the lift at Ancich Waterfront Park, and the Stinson/Harborview intersection improvement project. The roundabout is at 85% design, with easements needed from three property owners and construction expected to start in May and finish this fall.

• Crosswalk at Albertson's entrance on Borgen Boulevard (discussion)
• Lift at Ancich Waterfront Park – discussion and next steps
• Stinson/Harborview roundabout at 85% design; easements from 3 property owners (4 parcels)
• Speedy Autoglass parcel requires ROW vacation and acquisition; possession and use agreement as alternative
• Construction anticipated to start in May and complete this fall

City Council Committees

The Gig Harbor Planning & Building Committee will discuss updates to Title 15 Building and Construction, set its 2021 focus, and review plans for the 2021 Annexation Feasibility Study, Buildable Lands Study, and Growth Allocation Process. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Updates to Title 15 Building and Construction
• 2021 Annexation Feasibility Study Plan
• Buildable Lands Study and Report Plan
• Growth Allocation Process key steps and checkpoints
• Committee focus for 2021