Gig Harbor public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will discuss Ordinance 1516, an interim zoning control adopted by the City Council on September 7, 2023, which changes how site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances are processed. Staff is asking the commission to reconsider its earlier preference for the Hearing Examiner to hold the public hearing and make a recommendation, arguing the commission is well-equipped and should retain local control. The commission will also approve minutes from December 7, 2023, and take public comment.

• Ordinance 1516 amends Chapters 17.62, 17.100, and 19.01 of the Gig Harbor Municipal Code
• Site-specific rezones reclassified as Type IV permits, with city council making final decision
• Height restriction area variances now processed as general variances under Chapter 17.66
• Staff requests commission to be recommending body for site-specific rezones instead of Hearing Examiner
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: a welcoming resolution, traffic speed data, the 2023 annual report, and a capital improvement projects story map. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal decisions are expected.

• City of Gig Harbor Welcoming Resolution
• Traffic Speed Data presentation
• 2023 City of Gig Harbor Annual Report - Department Contributions and Accomplishments
• Capital Improvement Projects Story Map and Project Schedule Review

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a vice chair, receive an update on the Creative Endeavor Grant, and set its meeting schedule. The agenda also includes approval of the November 8 minutes and public comment. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Creative Endeavor Grant update
• Commission meeting schedule discussion
• Approval of November 8, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 1518, which approves a mid-biennial review and modification to the 2023-2024 budget. The council will also consider authorizing an interagency amendment and funding for the Civic Center HVAC project with the Department of Enterprise Services. Several consent agenda items include approval of vouchers totaling $1,070,059.79, payroll of $572,382.42, and contracts for public defender services.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 1518 for 2023-2024 budget modification
• Civic Center HVAC project interagency amendment and funding approval with Department of Enterprise Services
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,070,059.79
• Approval of payroll totaling $572,382.42
• Resolution 1298 approving 2024 lodging tax expenditures

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is holding a community workshop on the Comprehensive Plan Update, Charting Our Course 2044. The commission will also consider minutes from the November 16 meeting and note upcoming business, including Ordinance 1516 on zoning controls for site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances.

• Community workshop on Comprehensive Plan Update – Charting Our Course 2044
• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023
• Next meeting December 21, 2023: Ordinance 1516 – Zoning Controls pertaining to Site Specific Rezones and Height Restriction Area Variance

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss two items: an update on the Housing, Health, and Human Services Program, and alternatives for Phase 2 of the 38th Avenue Half-Width Roadway Improvements. No public comment will be taken, and no formal decisions are expected at this session.

• Housing, Health, and Human Services Program update
• 38th Avenue Half-Width Roadway Improvements Phase 2 – intersection alternatives

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold the first reading of Ordinance 1518, which relates to the mid-biennial budget review and approves the 2023-2024 budget modification. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes approving vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,335,514.46, a contract with Carollo Engineers for WWTP digester upgrades, and amendments to contracts for court security and a lease with the Skansie Netshed Foundation. The meeting includes the swearing in of a new police officer and a report on the Veterans Day celebration.

• First reading of Ordinance 1518 for 2023-2024 budget modification
• Approval of vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,335,514.46
• Professional services contract with Carollo Engineers for WWTP digester upgrades
• Amendment No. 1 to contract with Seattle's Finest for court security services
• Amendment No. 3 to lease agreement with Skansie Netshed Foundation

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a single substantive item: recognition of outgoing Councilmember Julie Martin. No public comment will be accepted, and no other business is scheduled. The meeting is otherwise procedural, consisting of call to order, roll call, recognition, and adjournment.

• Recognition of outgoing Councilmember Julie Martin
• No public comment accepted at this meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from its November 2 meeting and certify lateral and entry-level hiring lists, likely for police positions. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from November 2, 2023
• Certification of lateral hiring list
• Certification of entry-level hiring list

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will discuss Ordinance 1516, which the city council adopted on September 7 to establish interim zoning controls for site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances. The ordinance corrects a process error by moving final decisions on site-specific rezones from the hearing examiner to the city council, and clarifies that height restriction area amendments are treated as rezones. The commission's discussion will inform recommendations on permanent regulations before the interim controls expire.

• Ordinance 1516: interim zoning controls for site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances
• Site-specific rezones reclassified from Type III to Type IV, with hearing examiner recommendation to city council
• Height restriction area map amendments now processed as site-specific rezones
• Height restriction area variances subject to Chapter 17.66 general variance procedures
• 16-foot maximum height standard in height restriction area unchanged

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss police department accreditation, prioritization of capital improvement projects and unbudgeted items, and a proclamation/resolution request. No public comment will be accepted at this session.

• Police Department Accreditation discussion led by Chief Kelly Busey
• Prioritization of Capital Improvement Projects and Unbudgeted Items led by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• General Fund Priorities presented by City Administrator Katrina Knutson
• Proclamation/Resolution Request discussion

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will hold a pre-application conference for the Sehmel Business Park, a proposed two-phase redevelopment on Burnham Dr. The plan includes a business park (allowed by right) and a gas station/coffee shop (requiring a conditional use permit). The board will take public comment and vote on the application.

• Pre-application for Sehmel Business Park (PL-DR-23-0045)
• Two-phase redevelopment: business park (east) and gas station/coffee shop (west)
• Gas station/coffee shop requires conditional use permit
• Site: 13.5 acres along Burnham Dr., parcels 0122361067, 0122361068, 0122361001, 0122361013, 0122361009, 0122361008, 0122361006
• Approval of October 26, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three items: introducing a new Arts Commission appointee, receiving recommendations for lodging tax grant funding, and providing direction on a potential levy lid lift. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal votes are expected at this session.

• Introduction of Arts Commission appointee Barbara Bleich
• Lodging tax grant funding recommendations from City Clerk Josh Stecker
• Levy lid lift direction from Finance Director Dave Rodenbach

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss a proposed natural playground at Soundview Forest Park and an update on the Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 2 and 3 expansion. The commission will also hear staff reports and consider approval of the October 4, 2023 minutes.

• Soundview Forest Park natural playground proposal at 2888 Harborview Dr
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 2 & 3 update with two concept alternatives (D and E)
• Public comments on Sports Complex expansion, including concerns about cost, tree removal, and parking
• Proposed donation: bench in memory of Firefighter Eliza Hoover, moved to Jerisich Dock
• Lease updates: Harbor WildWatch lease amendment to be approved by council Nov 13

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will meet to discuss the Creative Endeavor Grant scoring matrix and hear from Fire Chief Dennis Doan. The meeting includes approval of the September 13, 2023 minutes, commissioner reports, and public comment.

• Discussion with Fire Chief Dennis Doan
• Review of Creative Endeavor Grant Scoring Matrix
• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on three land-use items: a height restriction amendment for properties on Shirley Ave, a rezone of a waterfront site to commercial, and a preliminary plat for a 56-lot subdivision. Public comments can be submitted in writing by November 6 or made during the hearing.

• Height restriction amendment to remove 7 parcels on Shirley Ave from height restriction area, allowing max 35 feet
• Rezone of 3215 Harborview Dr. from Waterfront Millville (WM) to Waterfront Commercial (WC)
• Preliminary plat for 56 single-family lots on 16.71 acres at 6302 112th St & 11302 Burnham Dr

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive agenda item: a discussion of the Urban Growth Area (UGA). The meeting also includes approval of the October 19, 2023 minutes and public comment. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Urban Growth Area (UGA) discussion
• Approval of October 19, 2023 minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from October 4, 2023, and to certify an exceptional hiring list and a sergeant promotion list. The commission will also discuss its meeting format. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no major policy or budget items.

• Certification of exceptional hiring list
• Certification of sergeant promotion list
• Discussion of meeting format
• Approval of October 4, 2023 minutes

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Gig Harbor City Council, convened as a business listening session. The agenda is limited to a call to order, the listening session, and adjournment, with no formal decisions or proposals listed.

• Business listening session for city businesses to address staff and council

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board is meeting to conduct a formal review of a pre-application conference for a fence at 7718 Soundview Dr. The applicant, Soundview Dr., LLC, seeks review of the fence against city code standards. The board will hear staff and applicant presentations, take public comment, and vote. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April 27, 2023.

• Pre-application conference for fence design at 7718 Soundview Dr (PL-DR-23-0044)
• Review of GHMC Chapter 17.99.340 Fences standards
• Public comment allowed during formal review
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2023

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1516, which would impose interim zoning controls on site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances. The council will also consider a memorandum of understanding with the Harbor History Museum for Masonic Lodge concept planning, and receive budget updates for the 2023-24 mid-biennial review and third quarter.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1516 interim zoning controls
• Memorandum of Understanding with Harbor History Museum for Masonic Lodge concept planning
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,026,152.95
• Purchase authorization for Public Works Operations Center building furnishings
• Swearing in of Police Officer Adam Moutaftsis

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear from City Engineer Aaron Hulst about the city's transportation network and how projects are selected and prioritized. This is part of the Comprehensive Plan update, focusing on the Transportation Element. The meeting also includes approval of the September 28 minutes and public comment.

• Presentation by City Engineer Aaron Hulst on transportation network and project prioritization
• Discussion of Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2023
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on a proposal to replace and redesign the existing Pleasurecraft Marina within its current footprint. The project would remove 47,341 square feet of overwater coverage and install 10,350 square feet, reducing total coverage by 36,991 square feet. The hearing includes staff report, applicant presentation, and public comment.

• Removal of 47,341 sq ft of overwater coverage, including covered moorage, solid decked ramp, and floats
• Installation of 10,350 sq ft of overwater coverage with fiberglass grated ramp and 50% grated floats
• Removal of 33 wood pilings and installation of 25 galvanized steel pilings
• Existing mixed-use building at 3215 Harborview Dr. will remain
• Total reduction of 36,991 sq ft of overwater coverage

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss five items: quasi-judicial hearing procedures, an EV charging station study, a Capital Improvement Projects story map, a Cultural Access Program update, and administrative proposed action items for the Climate Action Plan. No public comment will be accepted at this study session, and no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Quasi-Judicial Hearing Procedures discussion led by City Attorney Daniel Kenny
• EV Charging Station Study presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Capital Improvement Projects Story Map presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Cultural Access Program Update by City Administrator Katrina Knutson
• Climate Action Plan - Administrative Staff Proposed Action Items

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will vote on three resolutions: adopting the Climate Action Plan, adopting the Urban Forestry Management Plan, and declaring an emergency for a signal loop repair at Rosedale Street and Schoolhouse Avenue. The council will also hear a proclamation for Community Conflict Resolution Day and receive department updates.

• Resolution 1294 adopting the Climate Action Plan
• Resolution 1295 adopting the Urban Forestry Management Plan
• Resolution 1296 declaring an emergency for signal loop repair at Rosedale Street and Schoolhouse Avenue
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,196,81.24 (check numbers 102591-102678 and ACH payments)
• Approval of September payroll totaling $580,584.59 (check numbers 8398-8399 and direct deposits)

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to certify a lateral hiring list, a procedural step for potential new hires. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed beyond this certification.

• Certification of lateral hiring list

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss recommendations for the Skansie Park apple tree, which a recent arborist report rated as high risk due to internal decay and branch failure, and for an Ancich Park sign. The commission will also hear staff updates from the Parks Division and City Administration.

• Skansie Park apple tree risk assessment: high risk, options include cabling, fencing, or removal
• Ancich Park sign recommendation
• Approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Parks Division update from Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• City Administration update from City Clerk Josh Stecker

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear a status report from consultant Bill Grimes on the 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update, including public outreach findings, policy framework analysis, SEPA requirements, and next steps. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 14 meeting and take public comment.

• Presentation by Bill Grimes of SCJ Alliance on Comprehensive Plan Update
• Discussion of public outreach findings: May 2023 Focus Groups, Visioning Fair, Chip Drop, FlashVote survey, Housing Element Workshops
• Policy framework analysis: alignment with Commerce requirements and consistency with countywide/regional policies
• SEPA requirements and options
• Next meeting October 19, 2023: Comprehensive Plan Update - Housing

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three items: the 2024 legislative agenda, commercial fishing homeport agreements, and the 2044 Comprehensive Plan update. No public comment will be accepted at this session, and no formal decisions are scheduled.

• 2024 Legislative Agenda discussion led by City Administrator Katrina Knutson
• Commercial Fishing Homeport Agreements discussion led by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update discussion led by Community Development Director Carl de Simas

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to review applications for 2024 Lodging Tax Grants. The committee will discuss and evaluate the applications, but no public comment will be accepted at this meeting.

• Review of applications for 2024 Lodging Tax Grants

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing a Certificate of Appropriateness application for the Skansie Netshed, a designated historic property, involving repainting and reroofing. The application includes structural improvements, painting, and reroofing, with specific color and material specifications. The commission will decide whether to approve the certificate, which is required before any exterior changes to the property.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application for Skansie Netshed repainting and reroofing
• Proposed paint colors: Williamsburg Blue (walls) and Real Red (trim) or approved equals
• Structural improvements, painting, and reroofing at 3207 Harborview Drive
• Project includes 1-year warranty on painting work
• Special valuation option for historic properties (10-year tax reduction) mentioned in application

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for rehabilitation work on the Skansie Netshed, including repainting, reroofing, and structural stabilization. The commission will also elect officers and discuss future meeting dates.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for Skansie Netshed at 3510 Grandview Street, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (PL-HR-23-0001)
• Proposed work: repainting, reroofing, and structural stabilization of the net shed
• Election of officers
• Discussion on future meeting dates

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss several items, including the introduction of new Lodging Tax Advisory Committee appointees, an Urban Forestry Management Plan, a Climate Action Plan, and a proposed MOU between the Masonic Lodge and the Harbor History Museum. No public comment will be accepted at this session, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Introduction of Cory Hull and Lindsey Stover to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
• Urban Forestry Management Plan presentation by Senior Planner Roxanne Robles
• Climate Action Plan presentation by Senior Planner Roxanne Robles
• Masonic Lodge MOU with Harbor History Museum, presented by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on a conditional-use permit for Gig Harbor Boat Works to relocate into the Northarbor Business Park. The applicant seeks approval to operate a marine-industrial business in an existing 56,471 sq ft building at 9770 44th Ave without new construction or site improvements.

• Conditional Use Permit PL-CUP-23-0001 for Gig Harbor Boat Works relocation to 9770 44th Ave
• Marine Industrial use in Employment District (ED) zoning requires public hearing
• No building additions or site improvements proposed; building occupies 12,548 sq ft of 56,471 sq ft facility
• Virtual hearing accessible via Zoom or phone; written comments due by Sept 18, 5:00 pm

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to review applications for 2024 lodging tax grants. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public comments, but the primary business item is the grant application review. No motions are suggested for the grant review.

• Review of applications for 2024 Lodging Tax Grants
• Approval of minutes from June 8, June 30, and August 30, 2023

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear a staff presentation and discuss the Transportation Element of the 2044 Comprehensive Plan update. The discussion will focus on existing goals and policies and the Department of Commerce checklist, with input sought for possible updates. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element goals and policies
• Review of Department of Commerce Checklist for Transportation Element
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three items: introducing new Design Review Board appointees, reviewing options for rehabilitating Lift Station 1a, and continuing discussion on proposed water utility rate tiers. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Introduction of Design Review Board appointees Kristine Isberg and Dean Wilder
• Lift Station 1a rehabilitation options presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Water utility rate tiers discussion continued from September 7 special meeting

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will meet to elect a chair, hear from Parks Manager Jennifer Haro about the Sports Complex and Crescent Creek Park Master Plan, and discuss the Creative Endeavor Grant Scoring Matrix. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or in person.

• Election of Chair
• Update from Parks Manager Jennifer Haro on Sports Complex and Crescent Creek Park Master Plan
• Discussion of Creative Endeavor Grant Scoring Matrix
• Approval of July 12, 2023 minutes

Arts Commission

This agenda contains only a reference to a PDF packet for the Gig Harbor Arts Commission meeting on September 13, 2023. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text. The meeting appears to be procedural, with all substantive content contained in the referenced packet.

• Meeting packet referenced: GHAC AGENDA PACKET 09 13 23.PDF

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review an application for a historic preservation matter. The agenda includes a formal review process with staff report, applicant presentation, public comment, and a vote. No specific project details are listed in the agenda.

• Formal review of an application (details not specified in agenda)
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom and in-person at Civic Center

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, vouchers totaling over $1.4 million, payroll payments, and surplus city equipment. The council will also hear presentations on a suicide prevention proclamation and a police sergeant promotion, and deliberate on a new flag display policy.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $706,655.37 and $718,798.93
• Approval of payroll payments totaling $562,177.59
• Resolution 1290 declaring city equipment surplus and eligible for disposal
• Resolution 1291 adopting a flag display policy
• Resolution 1292 authorizing an interfund loan

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on Ordinance 1516, which adopts interim zoning controls for site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances. The council will also discuss appointments to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee and proposed water utility rate tiers.

• Ordinance 1516: Adopting Interim Zoning Controls for Site Specific Rezones and Height Restriction Area Variances
• Appointments to Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
• Proposed Water Utility Rate Tiers

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission is meeting to discuss park-related matters. The main agenda item is a presentation on 'Let's Play Downtown,' likely a proposal or initiative for downtown play areas. The commission will also receive updates from the Parks Division and City Administration, and consider approval of the August 2, 2023 minutes.

• Presentation: Let's Play Downtown
• Approval of August 2, 2023 minutes
• Parks Division update by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• City Administration update by City Clerk Josh Stecker

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review and discuss proposed scoring guidelines for lodging tax grant applications at a special meeting. The guidelines are designed to help evaluate applications based on criteria such as visitor attraction, new projects, attendance, cost, financials, and organizational stability. Members may propose changes or implementation ideas, but scoring is not mandatory and cannot compel support for any application.

• Review of proposed lodging tax grant application scoring criteria
• Scoring guidelines include points for shoulder season visitors (up to 25), summer visitors (up to 15), new projects (up to 15), attendance (up to 25), cost to participate (up to 10), financial considerations (up to 20), and organizational stability (up to 25)
• Guidelines reference RCW 67.28.1815-1816 for lodging tax expenditures
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom and in person at Community Rooms

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to certify the sergeant promotion eligibility list. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, along with routine call to order and adjournment.

• Certification of sergeant promotion eligibility list

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to review and discuss the current 2023 certified eligibility registers for entry-level and lateral positions. The agenda includes only these documents and no other substantive items.

• Review of Current 2023 Certified Eligibility Register Entry
• Review of Current 2023 Certified Eligibility Register Lateral

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a proposed flag display policy, an application for a state parks maintenance grant, a recap of fireworks complaints, a feasibility study for phases 2 and 3 of the Sports Complex, and an update on active capital improvement projects. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Flag Display Policy discussion led by City Clerk Josh Stecker
• RCO Local Parks Maintenance Grant application presented by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• Fireworks complaints recap from Chief of Police Kelly Busey
• Sports Complex Phase 2 & 3 Feasibility Study
• Active Capital Improvement Projects update from Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will review and discuss the draft Urban Forestry Management Plan (UFMP), with emphasis on chapters 4 and 5, which cover goals, strategies, actions, and implementation. The plan, developed with a consultant, includes a tree canopy assessment showing 40.7% current canopy cover and potential for 64%, and incorporates community survey feedback. The commission previously supported the Climate Action Plan draft at its August 3 meeting.

• Review of draft Urban Forestry Management Plan (UFMP) with 40.7% tree canopy cover and 64% potential
• Community survey: 4,941 postcards mailed, 437 responses
• Plan includes 393 acres of high-priority planting areas
• Recommendation to create dedicated urban forester/arborist position
• Proposal to update tree preservation ordinance to avoid net canopy loss

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes contract amendments, utility extension agreements, and appointments, along with presentations of awards and proclamations. The council will also enter an executive session to discuss potential litigation. Public comment is allowed on consent agenda items and non-agenda items.

• Professional Services Contract Amendment #1 with David Evans and Associates for Wollochet/SR16 Westbound Right Turn Lane Traffic Analysis and Preliminary Design
• Purchase Agreement for WWTP Headworks Influent Screen
• Professional Services Contract with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for WWTP Puget Sound Nutrient General Permit
• Resolution 1288: Sewer Utility Extension Agreement with Harbor Run, LLC
• Resolution 1289: Water Utility Extension Agreement with Pierce County Fire District #5

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is holding a virtual meeting with a routine agenda: calling the roll, approving minutes from three prior meetings (May 4, June 13, and July 12, 2023), and adjourning. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 4, 2023
• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2023
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2023

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will review and discuss the draft Climate Action Plan, focusing on the Strategies & Actions and Implementation Plan sections. The plan includes greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets and strategies across six focus areas. This is a discussion item, not a final adoption.

• Draft Climate Action Plan review and discussion
• GHG reduction targets: 45% below 2019 baseline by 2030, 95% by 2050
• Building electrification targets: 100% new buildings by 2030
• Transportation targets: 65% EV sales by 2030, 20% VMT reduction
• Waste diversion target: 50% reduction to landfill by 2030

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will review lease amendments for Harbor WildWatch and the Gig Harbor Sports Complex, as well as updates on the Crescent Creek Park project, sports complex phases, and Crescent Creek sport court resurfacing. The meeting includes staff reports and public comment.

• Harbor WildWatch lease amendment to reduce volunteer staffing requirements
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex lease revision for extended construction window and $2M city bond contribution
• Crescent Creek Park project update pending Council direction on Masonic Lodge improvements
• Crescent Creek sport court resurfacing proposal from South Sound Pickleball
• Pea Patch request at Ringold & Woodworth

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to review proposed monthly utility rate adjustments. Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm will present the utility rate study. No final decisions are expected at this study session.

• Review of proposed monthly utility rate adjustments
• Presentation by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will discuss a state-mandated checklist for updating the city’s 2024 Comprehensive Plan, which identifies required changes to comply with recent Growth Management Act revisions. Staff will present the checklist, including new housing and environmental requirements, and the Commission will provide input before the August 3 meeting.

• Staff presentation and Commission discussion on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update Checklist
• New housing requirements (e.g., duplexes, triplexes) under HB 1220
• Organic materials management facilities requirement (HB 1799)
• Tribal participation updates (HB 1717)
• Deadline extended to December 31, 2024 for 2024 updates

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on two items: a preliminary plat for a 14-lot residential subdivision on Peacock Hill Ave., and a shoreline variance request for a single-family residence with an accessory dwelling unit on Harborview Dr. The hearing includes staff reports, applicant presentations, and public comment.

• Preliminary plat for 14 single-family lots on 9.88 acres at Peacock Hill Ave., including open space and critical area protection
• Shoreline variance and general variance for a residence with attached ADU at 2913 Harborview Dr.
• Public comment via Zoom or written submissions due by July 17, 2023

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss several items, including the introduction of a new Arts Commission appointee, the Crescent Creek Park Master Plan, a Cultural Access Program, funding for the 2024 Fourth of July event, and a proposed Flag Display Policy. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Introduction of Arts Commission appointee Madelyn Hunter
• Crescent Creek Park Master Plan discussion
• Cultural Access Program review
• 2024 Fourth of July event funding proposal
• Flag Display Policy consideration

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on several personnel matters, including removing a lateral applicant from the certified list, certifying a new lateral applicant list, extending the entry-level applicant list, and receiving a hiring update. These actions affect the pool of candidates eligible for police and fire positions.

• Removal of a lateral applicant from the certified list
• Certification of a lateral applicant list
• Extension of the entry-level applicant list
• Hiring update

Arts Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Gig Harbor Arts Commission. The agenda contains only a reference to a packet document, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be routine or administrative in nature.

• No specific agenda items listed beyond the packet reference

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will meet to decide on several items, including the first reading of Ordinance 1515, which amends water system billing and delinquency rules. The council will also vote on approving vouchers totaling $803,365.42 and June payroll of $861,353.04. Additional items include grant applications, lease renewals, and appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission.

• First reading and adoption of Ordinance 1515 for water billing changes
• Approval of vouchers totaling $803,365.42
• Approval of June payroll totaling $861,353.04
• Renewal of lease with DNR for Eddon Boat Park
• Grant application for Burnham Drive and Wollochet/Wagner intersection improvements

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will discuss the Environment element of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The meeting also includes introduction of a new commissioner and approval of prior meeting minutes. Public comment is open for residents.

• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update – Element 5 Environment
• Introduction of Planning Commissioner Tessicini
• Approval of June 15, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss several items, including proposed above-ground fuel storage tanks, a commercial fishing homeport, dredging at Murphy's Landing Marina, and funding options for 2023-24 street capital projects. They will also review the May 2023 budget report. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Proposed above-ground fuel storage tanks
• Commercial fishing homeport discussion
• Murphy's Landing Marina dredging
• 2023-24 street capital funding options
• May 2023 budget report

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will meet on June 26, 2023, to decide on several key items, including adopting the 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), amending the Wastewater Comprehensive Plan, and approving contracts and ordinances. The meeting will also include routine approvals like vouchers and appointments.

• Adopt Resolution 1283 for 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Approve Resolution 1281 to amend Wastewater Comprehensive Plan, changing Sewer Collection Basin #14 discharge location to Basin #21
• Authorize agreement with FISH Food Bank for a human services grant up to $50,000
• Approve Amendment #1 to Peninsula Financial Consulting contract for utility rate study, up to $12,300
• First reading and adoption of Ordinance 1514 amending Gig Harbor Municipal Code to adopt RCW 7.105 for Protection Orders

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to elect a new chair, review city processes and timelines, and get updates on the Harborview/Stinson sidewalk art project and a Creative District meeting. The agenda also includes approval of the April 12, 2023 minutes, commissioner reports, and public comment. The meeting is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Election of Chair
• Harborview/Stinson Sidewalk Art Project update
• Creative District meeting discussion
• Approval of April 12, 2023 minutes
• City processes and timelines review

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council holds a study session to discuss updates on the Climate Action Plan, employee survey findings, and other administrative items. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda, which focuses on presentations and updates rather than votes.

• Climate Action Plan update presentation
• Insightlink Employee Survey results presentation
• FlashVote Parks Funding Survey results presentation
• Planning Commission appointee introductions (Robert Soltess and Loreto Tessicini)
• Flag Display Policy review

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is scheduled to hold a special meeting on June 13, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. No substantive agenda items, documents, or topics are provided in the meeting notice.

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a public hearing on the first reading of Ordinance 1513 to create a Historic Preservation Commission. The council will also vote on resolutions amending the wastewater comprehensive plan and a contract amendment for the Public Works Operations Center. The consent agenda includes approval of vouchers totaling $1,080,249.72 and payroll of $542,389.25.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1513 creating Historic Preservation Commission
• Resolution 1281 revising sewer collection basin #14 discharge location into basin #21
• Resolution 1282 amending sewer collection basin boundary between basins #2 and #3
• Contract amendment #4 with Lawhead Architects for $20,000 for Public Works Operations Center
• Approval of vouchers ($1,080,249.72) and payroll ($542,389.25)

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will hold a virtual meeting on June 8, 2023, to review a Certificate of Appropriateness for rehabilitation of the Skansie Netshed, including repainting, reroofing, and structural stabilization. The agenda also includes discussion of a design exception for an 8-foot chain link fence at the Gig Harbor Sports Complex 1B, and a historic preservation discussion.

• Skansie Netshed Certificate of Appropriateness (PL-HR-23-0001): repainting, reroofing, structural stabilization at Skansie Park, 3510 Grandview Street
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex 1B (PL-DR-23-0001): design exception for 8-foot chain link fence along Harbor Hill Drive
• Sports complex includes 3 bocce courts, 6 pickleball courts, playground, event lawn, covered stage, picnic shelters, restroom/concessions building
• Watermain extension from Harbor Hill Drive to McCormick Creek Drive
• Historic preservation discussion

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will meet to discuss updates on the Crescent Creek Park Master Plan and a feasibility project for the Sports Complex Phases 2 and 3, including selecting a commissioner representative for a stakeholder group. The commission will also review results from a recent parks funding survey.

• Crescent Creek Park Master Plan Update
• Sports Complex Phase 2 & 3 Feasibility project update with commissioner representative selection
• Parks Funding Survey results review

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint study session to discuss housing. They will hear presentations on a housing needs assessment, a middle housing grant, and an update from the South Sound Housing Affordability Partners. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Housing Needs Assessment presentation by Community Attributes, Inc.
• SSHAP Middle Housing Grant presentation by BERK Associates
• House Bill 1220 discussion
• South Sound Housing Affordability Partners update by Manager Jason Gauthier

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a cultural access program presentation, the 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program, an unlimited (voted) bond discussion, a short-term rentals update, and state building code adoption. These are discussion items only, not final decisions.

• Cultural Access Program presentation by Harbor History Museum Executive Director Stephanie Lile
• 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) presented by City Engineer Aaron Hulst
• Unlimited (Voted) Bond discussion led by Finance Director Dave Rodenbach
• Short-term Rentals Update by Community Development Director Carl de Simas
• State Building Code Adoption presented by Building Official/Fire Marshal Paul Rice

Civil Service Commission

This is a special meeting of the Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

City Council

This Gig Harbor City Council study session is largely ceremonial, featuring a call to order and a celebration honoring the 26th District delegation with Senator Emily Randall, Representative Michelle Caldier, and Representative Spencer Hutchins. No substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Celebration of 26th District delegation with Senator Emily Randall, Representative Michelle Caldier, and Representative Spencer Hutchins

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider several resolutions, including naming the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area at Donkey Creek, authorizing demolition of the Masonic Lodge building for inclusion in Crescent Creek Park planning, and applying for a Conservation Futures grant. They will also vote on amending the wastewater plan's sewer basin boundaries and discuss an interlocal agreement for opioid abatement. Consent items include a professional services contract for Lift Station #5A design and a purchase authorization for an aerial lift truck.

• Resolution 1277 naming the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area at Donkey Creek
• Resolution 1278 to demolish the Masonic Lodge building and include property in Crescent Creek Park master planning
• Resolution 1279 authorizing Conservation Futures Grant application to Pierce County
• Resolution 1276 amending wastewater plan sewer basin boundary between basins #18 and #3
• Consent: Professional services contract with Parametrix, Inc. for Lift Station #5A design and permitting; purchase of 2023 aerial lift truck; vouchers totaling $1,595,118.09

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: the Masonic Lodge, conservation area naming recommendations, parks bond projects, and technical amendments to the wastewater comprehensive plan for Mallards Landing Lot 7 and Harbor Run. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Masonic Lodge discussion with Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• Conservation area naming recommendations, including a letter from the Gig Harbor Land Conservation Fund Advisory Board
• Parks bond projects update from Finance Director Dave Rodenbach
• Wastewater comprehensive plan technical amendments for Mallards Landing Lot 7 and Harbor Run

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will continue its review of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update by discussing the Community Design element. Staff will present the current goals and policies and seek input on possible updates and questions for future community outreach. The meeting also includes approval of the April 20, 2023 minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of Community Design element of 2024 Comprehensive Plan update
• Review of goals on active public/private interface, functional links, commercial centers, sense of place, gateways, building design, and neighborhood design areas
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023 meeting
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss a Rotary paver proposal for Skansie Brothers Park and naming proposals for North Creek conservation properties. Staff will provide updates on parks operations and city administration. The agenda includes public comment and approval of the April 5, 2023 minutes.

• Skansie Brothers Park Rotary Paver Proposal
• North Creek Conservation Properties Naming Proposals
• Parks Division Update by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• City Administration Update by City Clerk Josh Stecker

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council study session will hear three staff updates: a wastewater treatment plant nutrient optimization update, a paver replacement project at Ancich Waterfront Park, and the annual impact fee reports. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant Nutrient Optimization Update
• Ancich Waterfront Park Fishermen Paver Replacement Project
• Annual Impact Fee Reports

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will review and likely vote on a design exception for an 8-foot chain-link fence along Harbor Hill Drive for the Gig Harbor Sports Complex 1B project. The board will also discuss historic preservation topics. The meeting is virtual and open to public comment.

• Gig Harbor Sports Complex 1B (PL-DR-23-0001) at 4717 19th St, Tacoma - 3 bocce courts, 6 pickleball courts, playground, event lawn, picnic shelters, restroom/concessions building
• 8-foot chain-link fence exception requested along Harbor Hill Drive parkway for pickleball court safety
• Watermain extension from Harbor Hill Dr to McCormick Creek Dr
• Historic Preservation Discussion agenda item

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will meet to conduct routine business including approving vouchers totaling $851,330.95, adopting the 2023 Stormwater Management and Site Development Manual, and approving a contract for Soundview Drive watermain replacement design. The meeting also includes a resolution recognizing urban growth area guidelines and a first reading of a personnel salary schedule amendment.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $851,330.95
• Adoption of Ordinance 1511: 2023 Gig Harbor Stormwater Management and Site Development Manual
• Professional Services Contract with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for Soundview Drive Asbestos-Cement Watermain Replacement Design and Permitting
• Resolution 1274: Recognition and acceptance of the City of Gig Harbor Urban Growth Area Assessment and Guidelines Report
• First Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 1512: Amending the City’s Personnel Salary Schedule

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss a wastewater comprehensive plan amendment for the Rosedale Preliminary Plat, an emergency management overview, and a short-term rentals update. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Wastewater Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Rosedale Preliminary Plat
• Emergency Management Overview presentation
• Short-term Rentals Update presentation

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss revisions to the 2023-24 Strategic Plan, options for financial support to the Utility Payment Program, and updates to the Active Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) schedule. Additional items include a review of the Unlimited (Voted) Bond for parks and a grant application for an Urban Tree Inventory.

• Review of 2023-24 Strategic Plan revisions
• Utility Payment Program financial support options
• Active CIP schedule update
• Unlimited (Voted) Bond for parks
• DNR Community Forestry Assistance Grant for Urban Tree Inventory

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission’s March 23, 2023 meeting packet contains only procedural documents and no decisions, proposals, or discussions listed on the agenda.

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing to decide on a proposal to extend sewer and water lines to an existing historic net shed overwater in Puget Sound. The applicant seeks to add toilet facilities to the net shed via a 300-foot utility extension from Soundview Lane, with a low-pressure sewer pump system. The hearing will include staff reports, applicant presentation, and public comment before closing.

• Tarabochia Net Shed utility connection (PL-SDP-21-0001) at 2788 Harborview Dr., extending 300 ft sewer/water lines from Soundview Lane
• Low-pressure sewer pump system to connect to city wastewater system
• Easement required across 2854 Soundview Lane parcel
• Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) issued Feb 27, 2023, with no appeals filed
• Public comment accepted via Zoom or written submission by Mar 20, 5:00 PM

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will meet to certify a lateral police officer eligibility list and select an entry-level test for future hiring. Commissioners will also discuss amending Civil Service Rule 8.09 to clarify exam administration limits.

• Certification of lateral police officer eligibility list with two ranked candidates (Mara Dominowski, Martin Brazier)
• Selection of entry-level police officer test and process review
• Amendment to Civil Service Rule 8.09(c) regarding exam administration limits

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss several items, including appointments to the Arts and Parks Commissions, a presentation on the Gig Harbor Yacht Club Junior Sail Program, a code enforcement program discussion, support for wastewater nutrient modeling, and Creative Endeavor Grant awards. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Arts Commission appointee introductions: Caasi Dickens, Emily Ko Smith, Lea Basile-Lazarus
• Parks Commission appointee introductions: Louise Tieman, Justin Teerlinck
• Gig Harbor Yacht Club Junior Sail Program presentation by Joan Storkman
• Code Enforcement Program discussion led by Community Development Director Carl de Simas
• Creative Endeavor Grant awards discussed by City Clerk Josh Stecker

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual open-record appeal hearing on March 14 at 10:00 AM to decide whether the City’s 2023 Stormwater Management and Site Development Manual was properly reviewed under the State Environmental Policy Act. The appeal, filed by Thomas Wick of Gig Harbor, argues the manual’s adoption did not adequately assess potential environmental impacts. The hearing will follow a structured format with witness testimony, cross-examination, and closing arguments.

• Appeal of 2023 Stormwater Management and Site Development Manual (PL-APP-23-0001)
• SEPA appeal alleging inadequate environmental impact review (PL-SEPA-22-0020)
• Virtual hearing via Zoom (ID: 896 8732 8917) or phone (253) 215-8782
• Written public comments due by March 13, 5:00 PM to [email protected]

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will vote on authorizing a 3-year FlashVote survey services agreement and consider first reading and adoption of Ordinance 1510 on compost procurement. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, payroll, vouchers, and contracts for stray animal services.

• FlashVote survey services agreement, initial 3-year term
• Ordinance 1510 related to compost procurement
• Professional services agreements with Uptown Animal Hospital and Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Clinic for stray animal services
• Payroll approval for February totaling $532,517.22
• Voucher approvals totaling $644,211.69

Arts Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Gig Harbor Arts Commission meeting on March 8, 2023. The only listed item is a reference to an agenda packet PDF, with no specific discussion or decision items provided.

• Agenda packet PDF referenced

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss legislative proposals related to policing, amendments to the Gig Harbor BoatShop lease, and repairs to Ancich Waterfront Park’s Fishermen Paver project. The council will also review amendments to the Wastewater Comprehensive Plan for a property at 7401 Stinson Ave.

• Legislative discussion on policing-related bills
• Gig Harbor BoatShop lease amendments
• Ancich Waterfront Park Fishermen Paver replacement project
• Wastewater Comprehensive Plan amendments for 7401 Stinson Ave.

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a study session on a proposed tree ordinance and receive an update on the Climate Action Plan engagement schedule. The tree ordinance discussion will seek guidance on key concepts like a City Tree Fund, tree credit system, and permit requirements. The Climate Action Plan update covers the public survey and upcoming workshop.

• Climate Action Plan public survey opens March 1, 2023; virtual workshop March 22, 2023
• Proposed tree ordinance includes a City Tree Fund and possible Tree City USA application
• Tree credit system proposed with minimum credits per acre by zoning district
• Permit categories: minor (2 or fewer significant trees) and major (3+ trees or landmark trees)
• Discussion on removing quantifiable standards from Design Manual (GHMC 17.99)

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss planning for Parks Appreciation Day and receive staff reports on parks projects and city administration. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main discussion item being event planning.

• Parks Appreciation Day planning discussion
• Staff report from Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• City Administration update from City Clerk Josh Stecker
• Approval of February 1, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 27, 2023, where it will conduct second readings and votes on Ordinance 1508 (alcohol in parks), Ordinance 1507 (short-term rentals), and several contracts and resolutions. The meeting also includes proclamations, reports, and public comment periods.

• Second Reading of Ordinance 1508 amending alcohol rules in parks and park hours
• Second Reading of Ordinance 1507 regulating short-term rentals
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,020,868.73
• Professional Services Contract Amendment #3 for Burnham Drive Half-Width Improvements Phase 1a
• Pierce County Conservation Futures Agreement for Lyons Property stewardship

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear from Bill Grimes of SCJ Alliance, the consultant selected to assist with the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 2 meeting and take public comment. The agenda includes only this discussion item, plus routine business.

• Introduction and discussion with Bill Grimes of SCJ Alliance regarding the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2023
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Next meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023 on Urban Forestry

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one amending park rules on alcohol and operating hours, and another regulating short-term rentals, with a public hearing. The consent agenda includes contract awards, an interagency agreement for a middle housing grant, and routine approvals of vouchers and payroll.

• First reading of Ordinance 1508 amending GHMC 9.24 on alcohol in parks and park operating hours
• Public hearing on first reading of Ordinance 1507 related to short-term rentals
• Small Public Works Contract Award for Well #5 & #6 Maintenance Project
• Professional Services Contract Amendment #2 for 38th Ave Half-Width-Roadway Improvements Phase 2 – 56th Street Intersection
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,502,701.03 and January payroll of $542,868.65

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council study session will introduce new Lodging Tax Advisory Committee appointees and discuss three items: sports complex naming rights, a Climate Action Plan update, and the active Capital Improvement Program (CIP) schedule. These are discussion items only, with no final decisions scheduled.

• Introduction of Lodging Tax Advisory Committee appointees Patsy Irwin, Miriam Battson, and Carrianne Ekberg
• Discussion of Sports Complex naming rights
• Climate Action Plan update and engagement plan presentation
• Active Capital Improvement Program (CIP) schedule update

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will hold a virtual meeting on February 9, 2023, to review a single-family residence application (PL-DR-20-0042). The board will discuss and vote on a design review exception for a 2,834 sq ft home at 3824 Harborview Dr, requesting relief from natural topography requirements under GHMC 17.99.240(C) and 17.99.370(A).

• Single-family residence application (PL-DR-20-0042) for 2,834 sq ft home at 3824 Harborview Dr
• Request for design review exception to natural topography requirements (GHMC 17.99.240(C) and 17.99.370(A))
• Continuation from January 26, 2023 meeting

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing to review a conditional use permit and design review for Templeton Development LLC’s proposal to build a detached 598 sq ft accessory apartment at 7402 Soundview Dr. The hearing will include staff reports, applicant presentation, and public comment before closing.

• Conditional use permit (PL-CUP-22-0003) for 598 sq ft detached accessory apartment
• Administrative design review (PL-DR-22-0041) for matching materials with proposed single-family home
• Site located at 7402 Soundview Dr, west of Soundview Dr and north of Grandview St
• Total hard surface proposed: 6,269 sq ft
• Public comment accepted via Zoom or written submission by Feb 6, 5:00 PM