Gig Harbor public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a special meeting to fill a council vacancy. They will hear introductory statements from 14 applicants, select four finalists by ballot, interview them, and vote to appoint a new councilmember. All interviews, deliberations, and votes will be in open session, though public comment is not accepted.

• 14 applicants for council vacancy, including Peter Fraser, Barbara Runyon, Pamela Carter, Robin Hebert, Emily Stone, Alison Snodgrass, Julie Martin, Tom Brown, Stephen McDuffie, Jeanette Shilley, Edward Moss, Ashley Wells, Reid Ekberg, William Rose
• Selection of four finalists by paper ballot
• Finalist interviews with two-minute answer time per question
• Voting by written poll until a nominee receives majority vote
• Executive session to evaluate candidate qualifications per RCW 42.30.110(1)(h)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss two housing-related items: tenant protection options and the Homeless Response Plan. The Housing, Health, and Human Services Program Manager will present both topics. No public comment will be accepted at this study session, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of tenant protection options
• Discussion of the Homeless Response Plan
• No public comment accepted at this study session

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to consider a professional services contract with BERK Consulting for a business & occupation tax analysis, and to adopt Ordinance 1533 setting utility rates for water, wastewater, and stormwater. The consent agenda includes approval of vouchers and payroll totaling over $2.8 million, and a contract amendment for the Sports Complex Phase 1B. The meeting also includes recognition of the Planning Commission and routine reports.

• Professional services contract with BERK Consulting for Business & Occupation Tax Analysis (no dollar amount listed)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1533 relating to utility rates for water, wastewater, and stormwater
• Approval of vouchers: Check Numbers 107422-107510 and ACH payments totaling $1,978,042.70
• Approval of payroll: Check Numbers 8534-8536 and direct deposits totaling $896,115.87
• Professional Services Contract Amendment No. 4 for BCRA – Sub-Consultant Addition for Sports Complex Phase 1B

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to review the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update and receive recommendations on implementing Washington State Senate Bill 5290. These discussions are informational and do not include public comment.

• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update (led by Principal Planner Robin Bolster-Grant)
• SB 5290 Implementation Recommendations (led by Interim Community Development Director Jeff Wilson)

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss proposed updates to the Parks, Recreation & Open Space zoning code, including revised setback rules for park amenities and buildings. Parks Manager Jennifer Haro will provide a division update on ongoing projects like the Skansie Netshed rehabilitation and Sports Complex Phase 1B.

• Parks, Recreation & Open Space zoning updates (setback rules for buildings and noisy amenities)
• Skansie Netshed rehabilitation (interior moment frames installation)
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1B (pickleball, bocce courts, playground equipment)
• 2025-2026 Parks budget approved ($8.43M total, including $2M for Sports Complex Phase 1B)
• Jerisich Dock redecking ($66,000) and Splash pad replumbing ($250,000) projects

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session to review the draft 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update, covering transportation, land use, housing, capital facilities, utilities, and essential facilities. No formal decisions or votes were made; the session was informational only.

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will appoint Mary Barber to the Office of Mayor and administer her oath of office. They will also hold a public hearing and vote on the 2025-26 budget, and consider resolutions and ordinances on the legislative agenda, utility rates, and a controlled substance ordinance. Additionally, they will discuss filling a council vacancy.

• Appointment of Mary Barber as Mayor
• Resolution 1325: 2025 Legislative Agenda
• Ordinance 1532: 2025-26 Budget adoption
• Ordinance 1533: Utility rates for water, wastewater, stormwater
• Ordinance 1534: Prohibit permitting child contact with controlled substances

The council unanimously appointed Mary Barber as mayor, and she was sworn in. The 2025-26 budget was adopted unanimously after a failed amendment to cut $1 million from the commercial fishing homeport. The council also approved the 2025 legislative agenda and a new ordinance on controlled substances, and directed the clerk to start filling the council vacancy.

• Appointed Mary Barber as mayor (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and court security contract (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 1325, 2025 Legislative Agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1532, 2025-26 Budget (unanimous)
• Amendment to reduce commercial fishing homeport funding by $1M failed 4-1
• Approved Ordinance 1534 prohibiting child contact with controlled substances (unanimous)
• Directed city clerk to begin councilmember appointment process (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and formal review of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The agenda includes a staff report, applicant presentation, public comment, and discussion. No final decision is scheduled; the commission is reviewing and discussing the update.

• Public hearing on 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
• Staff report and applicant presentation on the update
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a special study session to discuss several items, including a presentation on Pierce Transit's Destination 2045 Long Range Plan, potential municipal code changes related to Accessory Dwelling Units, parking concerns in Millville, lodging tax grant funding recommendations, and the mayor appointment process. No public comment will be accepted at this study session.

• Pierce Transit Destination 2045 Long Range Plan presentation
• Municipal code changes related to Accessory Dwelling Units
• Millville parking concerns
• Lodging tax grant funding recommendations
• Mayor appointment process

The Gig Harbor City Council held a special meeting with no formal votes. Council members voiced support for appointing Councilmember Mary Barber to fill the unexpired mayoral term, with an official vote scheduled for the next regular meeting. They also discussed and supported moving forward on ADU code changes, including Millville parking concerns in the downtown parking study, and endorsed the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee's funding recommendations as-is.

• Voiced support for appointing Councilmember Mary Barber to fill unexpired mayoral term (vote at next regular meeting)
• Supported moving ADU code changes forward to planning commission
• Requested Millville parking concerns be included in downtown parking study
• Supported LTAC lodging tax grant funding recommendations as-is

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: the 2025 legislative agenda, proposed utility rate adjustments and related code changes, an update on the low-income senior discount program's income and eligibility criteria, and a proposed ordinance on endangerment with a controlled substance. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• 2025 Legislative Agenda discussion led by City Administrator Katrina Knutson
• Proposed utility rate adjustments and associated code revisions by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Low-Income Senior Discount Program income and eligibility update by Housing, Health, and Human Services Program Manager Shealynn Smiley
• Endangerment with a Controlled Substance Ordinance presented by Chief of Police Kelly Busey

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will meet to review work group updates and consider potential art proposals to present to the city council. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission met on November 13, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the October 9 meeting. Members discussed work group updates and potential public art projects to propose to the city council, but no formal decisions were made on these topics. The commission also agreed to invite Mayor Markley to the January meeting to discuss her vision for public art.

• Approved October 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed potential public art proposals for city council (no action taken)
• Agreed to invite Mayor Markley to January meeting

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold public hearings on the 2025-26 General Fund budget revenue sources and the adoption of the 2025-26 budget, and consider first reading and adoption of an ordinance levying 2025 property taxes. The consent agenda includes approval of vouchers and payroll totaling over $2 million, and adoption of the 2018 Water System Plan. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Public hearing on General Fund 2025-26 budget revenue sources
• First reading and adoption of Ordinance 1531 levying 2025 property taxes
• Public hearing on first reading of Ordinance 1532 adopting the 2025-26 budget
• Approval of vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,408,187.64
• Approval of payroll totaling $608,895.40

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 1531, levying general property taxes for 2025, and held a public hearing on the 2025-26 budget (Ordinance 1532) with one public comment. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the 2018 Water System Plan, and authorized a letter supporting removal of Purdy area from the UGA.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, payroll, and Resolution 1324 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1531 levying 2025 property taxes (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on 2025-26 budget revenue sources; no comments
• Held first reading of Ordinance 1532 (2025-26 budget); public comment by Guy Hoppen
• Authorized mayor to submit letter supporting removal of Purdy area from Pierce County UGA (consensus)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will review the complete draft of the Comprehensive Plan update, presented by staff, and discuss it. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Review of Complete Comprehensive Plan Update DRAFT
• Staff presentation by Robin Bolster-Grant
• Approval of October 17, 2024 minutes
• Public comment period

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission reviewed the complete draft Comprehensive Plan update, presented by staff, and discussed the city's Urban Growth Area. No formal decisions were made on the draft during this meeting. The commission approved the minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes from October 17, 2024 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes and certify several hiring lists, including entry-level, exceptional, and lateral hiring lists, as well as a sergeant promotion list. These certifications are routine procedural steps for police personnel actions.

• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024
• Certification of entry-level hiring list
• Certification of exceptional hiring list
• Certification of lateral hiring list
• Sergeant promotion list

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss a proposed new zoning designation for parks and review updates on ongoing projects like the Gig Harbor Sports Complex and Skansie Netshed rehabilitation. The meeting will also address pickleball scheduling and field rental rates for local sports clubs.

• Proposed new zoning designation for parks with flexible regulations
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1B construction continues with lightpole and playground installation
• Skansie Netshed interior structural frames installed, completion expected by November 30
• Peninsula Light Fields rental rate discussion for Gig Harbor Little League and soccer club
• 2025-2026 budget includes $2M for Sports Complex Phase 1B and $2M for Phase 1A (YMCA project)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss the 2025-26 budget, focusing on public works, parks, streets, water, and storm utilities. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion item.

• Public Works Budget Overview
• Wastewater Operating and Capital
• Parks Operating and Development
• Streets Operating and Capital, including Pedestrian Safety
• Water and Storm Operating and Capital

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session to discuss the 2025-26 budget, covering community development, hotel/motel tax, strategic reserve, equipment reserve, public art capital projects, and public works. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; budget discussion only

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss the 2025-26 budget, covering various departments and funds. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal decisions are expected; it is a discussion item.

• Discussion of 2025-26 budget for departments including Police, Community Development, and Municipal Court
• Review of Non-Departmental, Administration, Finance, and Information Technology budgets
• Review of Hotel/Motel Tax Fund, Strategic Reserve Fund, Equipment Reserve Fund, and Public Art Capital Projects Fund

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session to review the 2025-26 budget, with department heads presenting overviews and answering questions. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the discussion will continue at the next study session.

• No decisions made; budget discussion continued

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss topics of general interest, including incentives for historic status, promoting historic status, the Ancich Dock Replacement, and the Old Ferry Dock Application. No new applications for historic status have been received. The meeting is largely a discussion session with no formal decisions listed on the agenda.

• No new applications for historic status received
• Discussion of incentives for applying and obtaining historic status
• Discussion of promoting historic status
• Ancich Dock Replacement discussion
• Old Ferry Dock Application discussion

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from June 27, 2024, as written. No new applications for historic status were received, and the commission discussed potential incentives and outreach strategies to promote historic designation. The Old Ferry Dock application was noted as unable to move forward, and the Ancich Dock Replacement item was removed from the agenda.

• Approved June 27, 2024 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Removed Ancich Dock Replacement from agenda
• Noted Old Ferry Dock application unable to move forward

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider three business items: amending a contract for the Crescent Creek Park master plan, awarding a $342,040 professional services contract to Gray and Osborne, Inc. for the Decant Facility Project, and awarding a $766,329.30 construction contract to Coatings Unlimited for the Shurgard water tank repainting project. The council will also receive a quarterly financial and budget update and hold an executive session on potential litigation.

• Professional Services Contract Amendment #1 for Crescent Creek Park Master Plan (HBB Landscape Architecture)
• Professional Services Contract with Gray and Osborne, Inc. for Decant Facility Project, not to exceed $342,040.00
• Public Works Construction Contract Award to Coatings Unlimited for Shurgard Water Tank Repainting, not to exceed $766,329.30, plus up to $50,000 in additional expenditures
• Consent agenda includes vouchers totaling $2,305,850.34 and payroll of $608,895.40
• Code Compliance Month Proclamation presented to Code Compliance Officer Adam Blodgett

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved a $766,329.30 public works construction contract with Coatings Unlimited for the Shurgard water tank repainting project, and authorized the public works director to approve up to $50,000 in additional expenditures. The council also approved a $342,040 professional services contract with Gray and Osborne, Inc. for the Decant Facility Project, and authorized an amendment to the Crescent Creek Park Master Plan contract with HBB Landscape Architecture. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $766,329.30 contract with Coatings Unlimited for Shurgard water tank repainting (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $50,000 in additional expenditures for the water tank project (unanimous)
• Approved $342,040 contract with Gray and Osborne, Inc. for Decant Facility Project (unanimous)
• Authorized Amendment 1 to Crescent Creek Park Master Plan contract with HBB Landscape Architecture (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers ($2,305,850.34) and payroll ($608,895.40) (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss several items, including introducing new Lodging Tax Advisory Committee appointees, a lease with the YMCA for the Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1A, and a possible conservation property acquisition. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal votes are expected at this study session.

• Introduction of Lodging Tax Advisory Committee appointees Sue Braaten and Miriam Battson
• Discussion of Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1A lease with YMCA
• Discussion of possible conservation property acquisition

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed a proposed lease amendment with the YMCA for the Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1A, but were not supportive of sharing unexpected costs or potential YMCA loans; the item will return to a regular meeting. The council also expressed support for initiating conversations to acquire 1.3 acres of conservation property adjacent to the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area.

• Discussed YMCA lease amendment; council not supportive of cost-sharing or loans, item to return
• Supported initiating conversations to acquire 1.3 acres of conservation property

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will meet on October 17, 2024, to continue reviewing draft updates to the city’s Comprehensive Plan, including capital facilities, essential facilities, implementation elements, and the first four chapters of the transportation element. Staff will present updates, followed by commission discussion. The meeting is procedural and does not include formal decisions.

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission reviewed the first four chapters of the Comprehensive Plan drafts, covering Transportation, General Introduction, Implementation, and Capital Facilities and Essential Facilities elements. No formal decisions were made; the review was for discussion only. The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes from October 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Reviewed Comprehensive Plan draft chapters (no action taken)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving consent agenda items such as vouchers totaling $2,967,965.69, payroll of $614,763.20, and several resolutions and agreements. The agenda also includes proclamations and an update from the Peninsula Emergency Preparedness Coalition. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled beyond the consent items.

• Approval of vouchers: $2,967,965.69
• Approval of payroll: $614,763.20
• Resolution 1322 adopting contracting and purchasing policies
• Resolution 1323 adopting employee recognition policy
• Lease Amendment #4 for Skansie Netshed Foundation

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will discuss and potentially approve its 2025-26 budget of $57,500 per year, which includes funding for the Creative Endeavors Grant and public art projects. They will also select cover art for the city's 2025-26 biennial budget and assign work groups. The meeting includes public comment.

• Discussion of 2025-26 Arts Commission budget totaling $57,500 annually
• Selection of cover art for City of Gig Harbor 2025-26 Biennial Budget
• Work group assignments for commission members
• Public comment period

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission unanimously approved the 2025-26 budget and recommended option #3 for the cover of the City's 2025-26 Biennial Budget. The commission also reviewed its 2025-26 work plan and assigned members to various efforts. Minutes from the September 11 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2025-26 Arts Commission budget (unanimous)
• Recommended option #3 for 2025-26 Biennial Budget cover art
• Approved minutes of September 11 meeting (unanimous)
• Assigned commission members to 2025-26 work plan efforts

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to review applications for 2025 lodging tax grants. This is the only business item on the agenda, and no decisions are specified in the agenda text.

• Review of 2025 Lodging Tax Grant Applications

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is meeting to review the Comprehensive Plan draft, focusing on its Implementation Element, with a staff presentation by Robin Bolster-Grant. The commission will also welcome new Commissioner Bizhan Nasseh. The next meeting on October 10 is scheduled for final review before a public hearing.

• Review of Comprehensive Plan draft Implementation Element
• Welcome of new Planning Commissioner Bizhan Nasseh
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
• Next meeting set for October 10, 2024 for final draft review

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission held a meeting on October 3, 2024, where they approved the minutes from September 26, 2024, and welcomed new Commissioner Bizhan Nasseh. The main agenda item was a staff presentation and discussion on the Comprehensive Plan Draft Housing, Economic Development, and Implementation Elements. No formal decisions were made on the draft; the review will continue at the next meeting on October 10, 2024.

• Approved minutes from September 26, 2024 (unanimous)
• Welcomed new Planning Commissioner Bizhan Nasseh
• Discussed Comprehensive Plan Draft Housing, Economic Development, and Implementation Elements (no action taken)

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend approval of the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Element for the city's Comprehensive Plan. The element, drafted by consultant BERK Consulting, incorporates goals and policies from the 2022 PROS Plan with some new policy categories and rewording. The commission will also discuss field rentals at Peninsula Light Fields and management of the Sports Complex Phase 1B. The meeting includes public comment and a parks division update.

• Recommendation on Comprehensive Plan Parks Element (PROS Plan)
• Discussion of Peninsula Light Fields field rentals
• Discussion of Sports Complex Phase 1B management
• Approval of August 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Parks Division update from Parks Manager Jennifer Haro

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a catch-up and review session on the elements of the city's comprehensive plan, led by staff member Robin Bolster-Grant. The commission will discuss these elements, with public comment permitted. The meeting is primarily a discussion and review session, not a decision-making meeting.

• Review of comprehensive plan elements
• Staff presentation by Robin Bolster-Grant
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission reviewed the Land Use, Harbor, Community Design, Environment, Shoreline, and Arts and Culture elements of the comprehensive plan during a staff-led presentation and discussion. No formal decisions were made on these elements; the review will continue at the next meeting. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes from September 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Reviewed Land Use, Harbor, Community Design, Environment, Shoreline, and Arts and Culture elements (no action taken)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three items: a lease revision request for the Skansie Netshed Foundation, municipal code changes related to downtown parking standards, and an update to the Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) policy. No public comment will be accepted at this session, and no formal decisions are expected.

• Skansie Netshed Foundation lease revision request
• Municipal code changes for downtown parking standards
• Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) policy update

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 1530, which would codify a Transportation Benefit District and impose an additional 0.1% sales tax to fund transportation costs. The council will also select a representative to the Pierce Transit Board. Other business includes consent agenda items such as approving vouchers totaling $1,555,187.77 and appointing a new Planning Commission member.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 1530 to impose 0.1% sales tax for Transportation Benefit District
• Selection of representative to Pierce Transit Board
• Approval of vouchers: checks 106905-106970 and ACH payments totaling $1,555,187.77
• Donation agreement: Kiwanis Club bench donation for Sports Complex Phase 1B
• Appointment of Bizhan Nasseh to Planning Commission (term expiring June 30, 2027)

The Gig Harbor City Council approved Ordinance 1530, codifying the Transportation Benefit District and imposing an additional 0.1% sales tax to fund transportation costs, with a 5-1 vote. The council also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included vouchers and appointments, and selected Councilmember Coronado as the representative to the Pierce Transit Board.

• Approved Ordinance 1530, imposing 0.1% sales tax for Transportation Benefit District (5-1, Storset opposed)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers totaling $1,555,187.77 and appointment of Bizhan Nasseh to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Selected Councilmember Coronado as representative to Pierce Transit Board (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a discussion on a privately proposed comprehensive plan amendment (PL-COMP-23-0002) by MP 12, Inc. regarding wastewater. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September 12, 2024, and public comment. The next meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2024, to review all draft elements.

• Discussion of privately proposed comprehensive plan amendment PL-COMP-23-0002 by MP 12, Inc. for wastewater
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit
• Next meeting on September 26, 2024, for catch-up and review of all draft elements

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss several policies, including a draft Flock camera policy, commercial cross-connection control procedures, and proposed purchasing and contracting policies. They will also introduce a new Planning Commission appointee and review an employee recognition policy. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Introduction of Planning Commission appointee Bizhan Nasseh
• Commercial Cross Connection Control Policy and Procedures
• Flock Camera Draft Policy
• Proposed Purchasing and Contracting Policies and Procedures
• Employee Recognition Policy

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing to continue reviewing a proposal by Thomas Lerch and John Lee Eugene to replace an existing private dock at 3615 Harborview Dr. The project would remove the current solid decked pier, ramp, pilings, and floats, and install a new pier, ramp, and float system with updated environmental standards, reducing overwater coverage from 8,970 to 7,321 square feet. The hearing includes staff report, applicant presentation, and public comment.

• Replace existing dock with new pier, ramp, and float system at 3615 Harborview Dr
• Reduce overwater coverage by 1,649 sq ft (from 8,970 to 7,321 sq ft)
• Remove 1,890 cubic feet of concrete and creosote-treated pilings
• Install grating with 61% open area on pier/ramp and 50% on floats
• Continuation of August 20, 2024 hearing

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from June 26, 2024, and to review applications for 2025 lodging tax grants. The committee will decide which projects or organizations to recommend for funding from the city's lodging tax revenue.

• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2024
• Review of 2025 Lodging Tax Grant Applications

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will meet on September 12, 2024, to discuss and advise on the city’s Transportation Element. The meeting will include a presentation by Marissa Milam from Fehr & Peers, followed by commission discussion. The session is primarily procedural, with no formal decisions listed on the agenda.

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission meeting on September 12, 2024, was largely informational. Commissioners heard a presentation on the Transportation Element from consultants Fehr and Peers and Transportation Solutions, followed by questions and discussion. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from September 5, 2024 (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will discuss updates on the Harborview/Stinson sidewalk art installation, a proposal for Love Locks, and the 2025-26 work plan and budget. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Harborview/Stinson sidewalk art installation update with $25,000 budget
• Love Locks proposal discussion
• 2025-26 Arts Commission work plan and budget review

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will vote on a contract amendment for Peacock Hill Half Street Improvements, a resolution establishing city fees, and a resolution opposing a state ballot initiative on carbon tax credit trading. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to create a Transportation Benefit District with a 0.1% sales tax, and select a representative to the Pierce Transit Board. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, vouchers totaling over $3.1 million, and payroll.

• Contract amendment with 3J Consulting Inc for Peacock Hill Half Street Improvements, not to exceed $195,110.20
• Resolution 1321 establishing city fees
• Resolution 1320 opposing Washington State Ballot Initiative 2117 on carbon tax credit trading
• First reading of Ordinance 1530 to codify Transportation Benefit District and impose 0.1% sales tax
• Selection of nominee to Pierce Transit Board

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda, a contract amendment for Peacock Hill Half Street Improvements, Resolution 1321 establishing city fees, and Resolution 1320 opposing Washington State Ballot Initiative 2117. The council also held the first reading of Ordinance 1530 to codify a Transportation Benefit District and impose a 0.1% sales tax, with a public hearing and second reading set for September 23. Ben Coronado was nominated as the city's representative to the Pierce Transit Board.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers ($3.1M), and payroll ($624,610.90) (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute contract amendment with 3J Consulting Inc for $195,110.20 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1321 establishing city fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1320 opposing Washington State Ballot Initiative 2117 (unanimous)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 1530 for Transportation Benefit District and 0.1% sales tax; public hearing set for Sept 23
• Nominated Ben Coronado as representative to Pierce Transit Board (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, take public comment, and discuss the introduction of the Capital Facilities, Essential Public Facilities, and Utility Elements, presented by Robin Bolster-Grant. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Introduction of Capital Facilities, Essential Public Facilities, and Utility Elements
• Approval of minutes from August 22, 2024
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Next meeting scheduled for September 12, 2024

Planning Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Gig Harbor Planning Commission with no listed substantive agenda items. The commission will approve minutes from the previous meeting and take public comment, but no decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Next meeting scheduled for August 29, 2024

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on August 20, 2024, to consider two shoreline projects. The first is a continuation of the Ancich Private Dock application to replace an existing pier with a new, environmentally updated structure. The second is a proposal to install a boat lift at a private residence. Public comments can be submitted in writing or made via Zoom/phone during the hearing.

• Ancich Private Dock: replace 8,970 sq ft pier with 8,186 sq ft, remove 1,890 cu ft concrete, replace creosote pilings with galvanized steel
• Ancich site: 3615 Harborview Dr, adjacent to Ancich Waterfront Park
• Bucholz Boatlift: install 10,000 lb boat lift on 4 galvanized steel piles at 8797 N. Harborview Dr
• Written public comments due by 5:00 pm on August 19, 2024
• Virtual hearing via Zoom, call-in (253) 215-8782, ID 896 8732 8917

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on two waterfront projects: a continuation of the Ancich Private Dock replacement and a new boatlift installation. The hearing includes staff reports, applicant presentations, and public comment. Both projects require shoreline design review and environmental review.

• Ancich Private Dock replacement at 3615 Harborview Dr.: remove/replace pier, ramp, floats; reduce footprint from 8,970 to 8,186 sq ft; remove 1,890 cu ft concrete; replace creosote pilings with galvanized steel
• Bucholz Boatlift Installation at 8797 N. Harborview Dr.: install 10,000 lb boatlift on 4 galvanized steel piles
• Public comment deadline: Monday, August 19, 2024, 5:00 pm; written comments to [email protected]
• Virtual hearing via Zoom; call-in (253) 215-8782, ID 896 8732 8917

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, take public comment, and begin an introduction and discussion of the Economic Development and Community Design elements of the city's comprehensive plan. The discussion will continue at the next meeting on August 22, 2024. No final decisions or votes are scheduled on these agenda items.

• Introduction to Economic Development and Community Design Elements – presentation by Robin Bolster-Grant and commission discussion
• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit
• Next meeting scheduled for August 22, 2024, to continue discussion

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission held a regular meeting on August 15, 2024. They unanimously approved the minutes from the August 8 meeting. The commission received public comments on multi-family housing standards and the Community Development and Land Use Elements, and heard a staff presentation on the Economic Development and Community Design Elements. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: the implications of the Sheetz v. El Dorado County ruling on impact fees, updates to the city's fee schedule, funding for the Transportation Benefit District, and naming the North Harborview Drive Bridge. No public comment will be accepted at this session, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of Sheetz v. El Dorado County implications on impact fees
• Fee schedule updates presented by City Clerk Josh Stecker
• Transportation Benefit District funding discussion led by City Administrator Katrina Knutson
• North Harborview Drive Bridge naming consideration

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed the implications of Sheetz v. El Dorado County on impact fees, reviewed a proposed fee schedule update (supporting full cost recovery), considered a 0.1% Transportation Benefit District tax increase for broader transportation uses, and expressed support for a plaque honoring former Mayor Hunter on the North Harborview Drive Bridge. No decisions were made; items will come before council at future regular meetings.

• Discussed Sheetz v. El Dorado County impact on impact fees (no action)
• Reviewed fee schedule update; council supportive of full cost recovery (no action)
• Discussed Transportation Benefit District tax increase of 0.1% (no action)
• Expressed support for plaque on North Harborview Drive Bridge honoring former Mayor Hunter (no formal decision)

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will discuss its draft 2025–26 work plan and budget, including plans for public art projects, grants, and community surveys. The meeting will also cover updates on the Love Locks initiative and public art ideas.

• Review draft 2025–26 work plan and budget
• Discuss Love Locks initiative and public art proposals
• Consider $35,000 Creative Endeavors Grant funding for local arts projects
• Explore 1% for public art requirement in new construction
• Plan bi-annual arts and culture community survey

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission met and unanimously approved the May 8 minutes. They discussed relocating love locks to protect city infrastructure, supporting a phased approach starting at Donkey Creek. The commission also brainstormed public art ideas and reviewed the 2025-26 work plan and budget, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved May 8 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Supported relocating love locks starting at Donkey Creek, with possible expansion to a second location

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will vote on several business items, including a $175,000 contract for climate change planning, a resolution adopting budget and financial policies, and a facility use agreement for a canoe and kayak team. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, vouchers, payroll, and appointments.

• Professional services contract with Cascadia Consulting Group for climate chapter, not to exceed $175,000
• Resolution 1319 adopting budget and financial policies
• Facility use agreement for Gig Harbor Canoe & Kayak Racing Team at Skansie Brothers Park
• Contract amendment for Burnham Drive bridge artistic finish, $15,517.18
• Vouchers totaling $1,058,536.73 and payroll of $620,175.72

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, a facility use agreement for the canoe and kayak team, a $175,000 contract for climate resiliency planning, Resolution 1319 on budget policies, and a $15,517 contract amendment for bridge design. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, payroll, and appointments (unanimous)
• Authorized facility use agreement for GH Canoe & Kayak Team at Skansie Park (unanimous)
• Approved $175,000 contract with Cascadia Consulting for climate chapter (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 1319 on budget and financial policies (unanimous)
• Approved $15,517.18 contract amendment for Burnham Drive bridge design (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, take public comment, and discuss the Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Element and the Arts and Culture Element, presented by Robin Bolster-Grant. The meeting is advisory to the City Council and not a public forum. The next meeting will introduce the Economic Development and Community Design Elements.

• Presentation and discussion of Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Element
• Presentation and discussion of Arts and Culture Element
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit
• Next meeting scheduled for August 15, 2024 on Economic Development and Community Design Elements

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no public comment. They unanimously approved the minutes from August 1, 2024. Staff noted that the Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces (PROS) plan must be incorporated into the element without separate language, and will research and possibly bring it back. The Commission also received a presentation on the Arts and Culture Element and discussed it. No formal decisions were made on these agenda items.

• Approved minutes from August 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed PROS plan integration into the element; staff to research and possibly return
• Heard presentation on Arts and Culture Element; discussion only

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss three items: a proposed art installation for love locks removed from a bridge, an update on the Masonic Lodge/Crescent Creek Park master plan, and new standards for parks in a proposed zoning category. The commission will also hear a staff update from Parks Manager Jennifer Haro and consider approval of the June 5, 2024 minutes.

• Love locks on bridge between Donkey Creek Park and Harbor History Museum must be removed due to structural and pollution concerns; commission to consider art installation at Donkey Creek Park or Old Ferry Landing
• Masonic Lodge/Crescent Creek Park master plan update after city council directed re-starting the planning process
• Parks standards discussion: zoning code standards (setbacks, buffers, height limits) and preferred standards (benches, tables, trail widths)
• Parks Division update: Sports Complex Phase 1B grading complete, Skansie Netshed roof work ongoing
• txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phase 4 acquisition nearing closing with Conservation Futures grant and ~$49,000 raised

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will continue its discussion of the Housing Element, led by Principal Planner Robin Bolster-Grant. The meeting includes approval of minutes, public comment, and other business, with the next meeting scheduled for August 8 to introduce the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space / Arts and Culture Elements.

• Continued discussion of the Housing Element
• Approval of July 25, 2024 minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Next meeting: August 8, 2024, introduction of Parks, Recreation, and Open Space / Arts and Culture Elements

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met on August 1, 2024, and approved the minutes from the July 25 meeting. The commission discussed comments about short-term rentals, noting they are not part of the Comprehensive Plan, and continued discussion of the Housing Element. No formal decisions were made on these agenda items.

• Approved minutes from July 25, 2024 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and certify a lateral hiring list. No substantive decisions or discussions beyond routine procedural items are listed.

• Certification of lateral hiring list

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will consider a proposal to recommend the City of Gig Harbor Old Ferry Dock for placement on the local Register of Historic Places. The site is located at 2700 Harborview Dr. at the end of Old Ferry Landing Park. The meeting will also include procedural items such as approval of previous minutes and public comment periods.

• Recommendation to add Old Ferry Dock (2700 Harborview Dr.) to Register of Historic Places (PL-HR-24-0001)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss several items, including an update on aquifer levels and PFAS testing at city wells, updated financial policies, and the naming of the Chuck Hunter Memorial Bridge. The council will also introduce new appointees to the Arts Commission and Design Review Board, and consider a donation from the Rotary. No public comment will be accepted at this session.

• Introduction of Arts Commission appointee Stephanie Killilea and Design Review Board appointees Darrin Filand and Jon Ashlock
• Aquifer level review at city wells and PFAS testing update by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Updated financial policies presented by City Clerk Josh Stecker
• Welcome to Gig Harbor Partnership and donation from Rotary
• Naming of Chuck Hunter Memorial Bridge (North Harborview Drive over Donkey Creek)

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They expressed support for updated financial policies and a Rotary proposal for a new Welcome to Gig Harbor sign, both to be considered at future regular meetings. The council also discussed naming the Donkey Creek Bridge after Chuck Hunter but deferred action pending a memorial art policy.

• Supported updated financial policies (to be considered at regular meeting)
• Supported Rotary welcome sign proposal (donation agreement to come)
• Deferred bridge renaming pending memorial art policy

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear a staff presentation on the Housing Element and discuss it. The commission is also set to approve minutes from the July 11 meeting and take public comment. The Housing Element discussion will continue at the next meeting on August 1.

• Introduction of Housing Element staff presentation by Principal Planner Robin Bolster-Grant
• Commission discussion on the Housing Element
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met and unanimously approved the minutes from July 3, 2024. The main agenda item was an introduction and staff presentation of the draft Housing Element, followed by commissioner comments and discussion. No formal decisions were made on the Housing Element; the commission scheduled continued discussion for August 1, 2024.

• Approved minutes from July 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed draft Housing Element; no action taken
• Scheduled continued Housing Element discussion for August 1, 2024

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving vouchers and an opioid settlement agreement, as well as a business item to authorize the mayor to assign the purchase and sale agreement for Phase 4 of the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area. The council will also receive a staff report on the 2024 second quarter financial report and budget update. Public comment is allowed on consent agenda items and non-agenda items.

• Assignment of Purchase and Sale Agreement for Phase 4 of txʷaalqəł Conservation Area
• Approval of vouchers: Check Numbers 106418 through 206551 and ACH payments totaling $2,663,724.66
• Approval of Washington State Allocation Agreement for opioid settlement funds paid by Kroger
• Resolution 1318 approving a 2025-26 Lodging Tax Grant to the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce
• Professional Services Contract for Lift Station 5 Business Improvements

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved authorizing the mayor to execute the assignment of the purchase and sale agreement for Phase 4 of the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included vouchers totaling $2,663,724.66 and a lodging tax grant to the Chamber of Commerce. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and public comment.

• Authorized mayor to execute assignment of purchase and sale agreement for Phase 4 of txʷaalqəł Conservation Area (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers totaling $2,663,724.66 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1318 for 2025-26 Lodging Tax Grant to Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce (part of consent agenda)
• Approved professional services contract for Lift Station 5 Business Improvements (part of consent agenda)

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on two proposals. The first is Phase 1A of the Gig Harbor Sports Complex, which includes two synthetic turf fields, lighting, a storage building, a trail, and parking for about 102 vehicles. The second is the replacement of the Ancich Dock with a new pier, ramp, and float system that meets updated environmental standards. Public comments can be submitted in writing by July 15 or during the hearing.

• Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1A: two synthetic turf fields, lighting, storage building, trail, and 102-vehicle parking lot
• Ancich Dock replacement: new pier, ramp, and float system, reducing square footage from 8,970 to 8,186 sq ft
• Removal of 1,890 cubic feet of concrete and creosote-treated pilings replaced with galvanized steel
• Public comment deadline: July 15, 2024, 5:00 pm, via email to [email protected]

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on July 16, 2024, to consider two applications: the YMCA's proposal for Phase 1A of the Gig Harbor Sports Complex, including two synthetic turf fields and parking, and a proposal to replace the Ancich Dock with a new pier and float system. The hearing will include staff reports, applicant presentations, and public comment.

• YMCA of Tacoma-Pierce County: Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1A - two synthetic turf fields, lighting, storage building, recreation trail, and 102-vehicle parking lot
• YMCA proposal located off Harbor Hill Drive, north of Tom Taylor YMCA
• Ancich Dock replacement: remove and replace pier, ramp, piling, floats; reduce square footage from 8,970 to 8,186 sq ft
• Ancich Dock: remove 1,890 cubic feet of concrete, replace creosote pilings with galvanized steel
• Public comment deadline: July 15, 2024, 5:00 pm, via email to [email protected]

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the Land Use Element and future Land Use Map with consultant Robin Bolster-Grant from Berk. The commission will also prepare for the introduction of The Housing Element at the next meeting.

• Land Use Element and future Land Use Map discussion
• Consultant presentation by Robin Bolster-Grant of Berk

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met and unanimously approved the minutes from the July 3, 2024 meeting. The main agenda item was a presentation and discussion by BERK Consultant Andrew Bjorn on the Land Use Element and future Land Use Map, covering growth targets, capacity, and zoning. No formal decisions were made on the land use topic; it was a discussion item. The next meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2024, to introduce the Housing Element.

• Approved minutes from July 3, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss several municipal items. Topics include a proposal regarding the Masonic Lodge, dock fees, and lodging tax grants for the Chamber of Commerce.

• Masonic Lodge Proposal discussion
• Jerisich Dock Fee discussion
• Lodging Tax Grant to the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce
• Downtown Parking discussion

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session and expressed support for several proposals, though no formal votes were taken. They directed that the Masonic Lodge be preserved and incorporated into long-range park plans, supported raising Jerisich Dock moorage fees to about $1.78 in summer and $1.29 in winter, backed a $480,000 lodging tax grant to the Chamber of Commerce for 2025 DMO services, and supported conducting a parking study and possibly amending parking requirements for downtown restaurants. These items are expected to come before council for formal consideration at future meetings.

• Directed Masonic Lodge remain standing and be incorporated into long-range park plans
• Supported raising Jerisich Dock moorage fee to ~$1.78 summer / ~$1.29 winter (future consideration)
• Supported $480,000 lodging tax grant to Chamber of Commerce for DMO services in 2025 (future consideration)
• Supported conducting a parking study and possibly amending restaurant parking requirements to square footage-based

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will convene on July 10, 2024, at the Civic Center Executive Conference Room or via Zoom. The agenda includes only procedural items such as roll call, approval of prior meeting minutes, commissioner reports, public comment, and adjournment.

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider adopting Resolution 1317, which approves the city's three-year strategic plan for 2024-2026. The council will also receive the annual crime report from the police chief. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, vouchers totaling $1,129,392.65, and payroll of $607,583.97.

• Resolution 1317 adopting the 2024-2026 Strategic Plan
• Annual Crime Report by Chief of Police Kelly Busey
• Approval of vouchers: $1,129,392.65
• Approval of payroll: $607,583.97
• Consent agenda: minutes from June 10, 13, 24, and 27, 2024

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from June 27, 2024, take public comment, and discuss the Land Use Element with Principal Planner Robin Bolster-Grant. The meeting is advisory to the City Council and is not a public forum. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda beyond the discussion item.

• Land Use Element discussion led by Principal Planner Robin Bolster-Grant
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit per person
• Next meeting scheduled for July 18, 2024

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met and approved the June 27, 2024 minutes. They reviewed the Harbor Element, Environment and Shoreline Management Elements, and discussed listening session feedback. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were discussion items only.

• Approved June 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the June 11, 2024, meeting. The commission will also act to certify a lateral level hiring list.

• Approval of June 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• Certification of lateral level hiring list

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission held a brief special meeting on July 1, 2024, and approved the minutes from June 11, 2024. The commission also passed the certification of the lateral level hiring list. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 11, 2024
• Passed certification of lateral level hiring list

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will discuss the draft Harbor, Environment and Shoreline Management Element of the Comprehensive Plan, continuing prior work on the Land Use Element. The meeting includes public comment and approval of the June 20, 2024 minutes. The draft element outlines goals and policies for the downtown waterfront area, including pedestrian access, view protection, environmental conservation, and historic preservation.

• Discussion of draft Harbor, Environment and Shoreline Management Element
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for July 3, 2024

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met on June 27, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the June 13 meeting. The only substantive agenda item was a presentation and discussion of the Harbor Element draft up to section HB10, with no formal decisions or votes taken on the content. The meeting adjourned at 8:07 PM.

• Approved minutes from June 13, 2024 (unanimous)
• Reviewed Harbor Element draft up to section HB10 (no action)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting to consider an amendment to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Skansie Netshed, allowing changes to the roofing materials previously approved. The meeting also includes approval of the April 30, 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Amendment to Certificate of Appropriateness (PL-HR-23-0001) for Skansie Netshed at 3207 Harborview Dr., Skansie Park
• Request to change roofing materials from those approved on September 27, 2023
• Work includes repairs, maintenance, and stabilization of the existing netshed
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss two items: the upcoming legislative session and a memorial art proposal for Eddon Boat Park. No public comment will be accepted at this study session. The meeting is for discussion only, with no formal decisions expected.

• Discussion of upcoming legislative session priorities
• Eddon Boat Park memorial art proposal presented by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session and expressed support for preparing two capital project proposals—the Commercial Fishing Homeport and a Community/Cultural Center—for potential legislative funding. The council also indicated support for considering a resolution opposing Initiative 2117, which will be brought to a regular meeting. No formal votes were taken; these were discussion items only.

• Supported preparing Commercial Fishing Homeport proposal for legislative funding
• Supported preparing Community/Cultural Center proposal for legislative funding
• Supported considering a resolution opposing Initiative 2117 (to be brought to regular meeting)
• Supported developing a policy for memorial art acceptance before considering Eddon Boat Park art request

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss two items: a review of the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce's application to serve as the direct marketing organization, and the criteria for scoring lodging tax grant applications. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; these are discussion items.

• Review of application from Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce for Direct Marketing Organization services
• Discussion of Lodging Tax Grant Application Scoring Criteria
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a public hearing on Resolution 1316 to adopt the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program, which outlines planned transportation projects and funding. The council will also conduct a first reading of Ordinance 1529 amending the city code on special events, with no action scheduled. Consent agenda items include approval of vouchers totaling $1,256,374.13 and a paver donation agreement.

• Public hearing on Resolution 1316 adopting the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program
• First reading of Ordinance 1529 amending GHMC Chapter 5.28 on special events
• Approval of vouchers: checks 106218-106334 and ACH payments totaling $1,256,374.13
• Ancich Fishermen Paver Donation Agreement
• Swearing-in of Police Officer Anthony Blackwell

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved Resolution 1316, adopting the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program. The council also approved the consent agenda, including vouchers totaling $1,256,374.13, and gave first reading approval to Ordinance 1529 amending special events regulations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 1316 adopting 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and ACH payments of $1,256,374.13 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1529 amending GHMC Chapter 5.28 on special events (6-0, Henderson abstained)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will continue its discussion of the draft Land Use Element and future Land Use Map, and will introduce the draft Harbor, Environment and Shoreline Management Element. These are advisory discussions to the City Council, not final decisions. Public comment is allowed during designated portions of the meeting.

• Continue draft Land Use Element and future Land Use Map discussion
• Introduction of draft Harbor, Environment and Shoreline Management Element
• Public comment allowed in-person, via Zoom, or by phone
• Written comments may be submitted to [email protected]

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met and unanimously approved the minutes from June 13, 2024. They continued discussion on the Draft Land Use Element (section 2.3.5) and introduced the Draft Harbor, Environment and Shoreline Management Element. No final decisions were made on these items; they will continue discussion at the next meeting on June 27, 2024.

• Approved minutes from June 13, 2024 (unanimous)
• Continued discussion on Draft Land Use Element section 2.3.5
• Introduced Draft Harbor, Environment and Shoreline Management Element

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the Land Use Element as part of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. This includes reviewing a privately initiated land use amendment request for Henderson/Burnham and discussing growth targets for residents and jobs.

• Discussion of Henderson/Burnham land use amendment request
• Review of Land Use Element and future Land Use Map
• Discussion of growth targets: 6,642 housing units, 14,229 residents, and 15,602 jobs by 2044
• Review of 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update schedule

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met and discussed the Land Use Element and future Land Use Map, with no formal decisions or votes taken on substantive items. The only action was approving the May 16, 2024 minutes as amended for spelling. The next meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2024, to continue the discussion.

• Approved May 16, 2024 minutes as amended for spelling (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss downtown parking standards and options, and to review an update on capital improvement projects via a StoryMap. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal decisions are expected at this session.

• Discussion of downtown parking standards and options
• Capital Improvement Projects StoryMap update

The City Council held a study session and discussed amending parking requirements for businesses in waterfront (WM, WC) and DB zones. Council requested staff focus on these zones and expressed support for interim regulations on parking mandates. No formal votes or final decisions were made; the items were discussion only.

• Requested staff focus on waterfront (WM, WC) and DB zones for parking amendments
• Expressed support for interim regulations on parking mandates

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from May 2, 2024, and to certify an exceptional level hiring list. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from May 2, 2024
• Certification of exceptional level hiring list

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission met briefly and approved the minutes from May 2, 2024, and passed the Certification of the Exceptional Level Hiring List. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 2, 2024
• Passed Certification of Exceptional Level Hiring List

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint meeting to discuss two items: the Land Use Element and a Comprehensive Plan amendment for Henderson Burnham/Hillside View. No public comment will be accepted at this meeting, and no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Land Use Element discussion led by Principal Planner Robin Bolster-Grant
• Henderson Burnham/Hillside View Comprehensive Plan Amendment discussion led by Principal Planner Robin Bolster-Grant
• No public comment accepted at this meeting

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting for a regular session. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main actions being approval of the consent agenda, which includes vouchers totaling $478,204.09 and payroll totaling $877,837.63. The council will also receive presentations on proclamations and an update from the Pierce County Library.

• Approval of vouchers: Check numbers 106132-106217 and ACH transfers totaling $478,204.09
• Approval of payroll: Check numbers 8512-8514 and direct deposits totaling $877,837.63
• Police Appreciation Week Proclamation presented to Gig Harbor Police Department
• Ride Transit Month Proclamation presented to Pierce Transit
• Pierce County Library update from Executive Director Gretchen Caserotti

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss and possibly recommend a new fee for electricity use at Jerisich Dock, where no such fee is currently charged. They will also consider requests for lighting at Austin Estuary Park's honoring art, a kayak launch dock attachment, and adding volleyball courts at Crescent Creek Park. Staff will provide updates on park projects and events.

• Jerisich Dock electricity fee discussion
• Austin Estuary Park honoring art lighting request
• Kayak launch dock attachment request
• Volleyball courts at Crescent Creek Park
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1B groundbreaking

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which will be considered at the June 24 meeting. Council expressed support for staff moving forward with Alternative #5 for Lift Station #5, and also discussed budget and revenue topics including cannabis tax, red light and speed cameras, and potential sale of city-owned parcels.

• Supported staff moving forward with Lift Station #5 Alternative #5 (no formal vote)
• Scheduled TIP consideration for June 24 meeting (no formal vote)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including a $229,986 contract for a 2024 Comprehensive Plan update, a conservation futures agreement for Phase 4 of the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area, and property management plans for earlier phases. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as vouchers totaling $1,705,467.36 and resolutions related to sewer and water utility extensions.

• Approve vouchers totaling $1,705,467.36
• Adopt Resolution 1313 for Canterwood-Baker Way sewer utility extension
• Adopt Resolution 1314 for PCFD #5 Training Campus water utility extension
• Adopt Resolution 1315 for txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phases 1 & 2 property management plan
• Authorize $229,986 professional services contract for 2024 Comprehensive Plan update

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved a professional services contract with Fehr & Peers, Inc. for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update, not to exceed $229,986. They also approved a Conservation Futures agreement for Phase 4 of the txvaalqet Conservation Area, along with several resolutions and routine items on the consent agenda. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved professional services contract for 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update with Fehr & Peers, Inc. up to $229,986 (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute Conservation Futures Stewardship Agreement for txvaalqet Conservation Area Phase 4 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 1313 (Canterwood-Baker Way sewer extension), Resolution 1314 (PCFD #5 water extension), and Resolution 1315 (txvaalqai Conservation Area management plan) (unanimous)
• Appointed Councilmember Coronado to Pierce Transit Board Review Committee (consensus)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss two items: a tourism marketing update from the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce and a strategic plan review led by City Administrator Katrina Knutson. No public comment will be accepted at this session, and no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Tourism marketing update from the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce
• Strategic plan review by City Administrator Katrina Knutson

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing to review a variance request for a Verizon cell tower at 8809 SR-16. The applicant seeks relief from setback and landscaping rules under GHMC 17.66.030. The hearing includes staff and applicant presentations followed by public comment.

• HIGHWAY 16, MINI-STORAGE, LLC., GIG HARBOR, WA 98335: VERIZON CELL TOWER, (PL-VAR-24-0002) — general variance review of setbacks and landscaping requirements

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission held a discussion-only meeting on May 16, 2024, with no formal votes or decisions. They reviewed the tentative schedule for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update, discussed the revised Commerce Checklist, and examined the Land Use Element in relation to Growth Management Act and Urban Growth Area requirements. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive actions taken.

• Approved minutes of May 2, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed 2024 Comprehensive Plan update schedule
• Discussed revised Commerce Checklist
• Discussed Land Use Element and GMA/UGA requirements

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: establishing a youth council, updates to public works standards, an update to the special events code (GHMC 5.28), and a sewer utility extension agreement for the Canterwood-Baker Way development. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of establishing a Youth Council
• Public Works Standards Updates
• GHMC 5.28 Update - Special Events
• Canterwood-Baker Way Development Sewer Utility Extension Agreement

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider several construction contracts, including a $3.16 million water main replacement on Soundview Drive, and an ordinance adopting a state law on disclosure of intimate images. They will also hear reports from the Waterfront Alliance and Public Works, and receive a comprehensive plan update.

• Ordinance 1528 adopting RCW 9A.86.010 on disclosure of intimate images
• Contract amendment #3 with Facet (formerly Davido Consulting Group) for Commercial Fishing Homeport, not to exceed $34,448
• Soundview Drive AC Water Main Replacement contract with Pape & Sons Construction, Inc., $3,155,175.49
• Materials testing contract with Materials Testing and Consulting, Inc., $20,142
• Construction support contract with Carollo, Inc., $55,280

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved several contracts, including a $3.16 million construction contract for the Soundview Drive water main replacement and a $34,448 amendment for the Commercial Fishing Homeport. They also adopted Ordinance 1528 on disclosure of intimate images and approved the consent agenda, which included two construction contract awards. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers ($1,299,374.36), payroll ($633,249.97), and two construction contracts (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1528 adopting RCW 9A.86.010 on disclosure of intimate images (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute contract amendment #3 with Facet for Commercial Fishing Homeport, not to exceed $34,448 (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute Soundview Drive water main replacement contract with Pape & Sons Construction, not to exceed $3,155,175.49 (unanimous)
• Authorized materials testing contract with Materials Testing and Consulting, Inc., not to exceed $20,142 (unanimous)
• Authorized city engineer to approve additional construction expenditures up to $150,000 for Soundview project (unanimous)
• Authorized construction support contract with Carollo, Inc., not to exceed $55,280 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss potential revenue options, a presentation on Flock Safety technology by the police chief, and a placemaking proposal for Skansie Park/Jerisich Dock from the Downtown Waterfront Alliance. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of potential revenue options led by City Administrator Katrina Knutson
• Flock Safety presentation by Chief of Police Kelly Busey
• Downtown Waterfront Alliance placemaking proposal at Skansie Park/Jerisich Dock presented by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session on May 9, 2024, discussing revenue options, a Waterfront Alliance placemaking proposal at Skansie Park/Jerisich Dock, and Flock Safety technology. The council expressed support for the placemaking project and the Alliance's grant applications, and for pursuing Flock Safety grants, but took no formal votes. The meeting was procedural and informational.

• Supported Waterfront Alliance placemaking project at Skansie Park/Jerisich Dock
• Supported Alliance applying for two grants
• Supported moving forward with Flock Safety technology and pursuing grants

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will discuss a Memorial Sculpture Proposal and review/update Comprehensive Plan Element 14 'Arts + Culture'. They will also welcome new commissioners and approve minutes from the April 17 meeting. The agenda includes public comment and commissioner reports.

• Memorial Sculpture Proposal discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Element 14 'Arts + Culture' review and update
• Welcome new commissioners
• Approval of April 17, 2024 minutes

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission unanimously approved a proposal to install a memorial sculpture at Eddon Boat Park, with considerations for public safety and maintenance costs. They also unanimously adopted amendments to Element 14 'Arts + Culture' of the city's comprehensive plan. The meeting was procedural and included welcoming new commissioners.

• Approved memorial sculpture proposal at Eddon Boat Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Comprehensive Plan Element 14 'Arts + Culture' as amended (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear a staff presentation on the Pierce County Buildable Lands Report and discuss employment capacity, focusing on how the city can meet its 2044 job growth target of 2,747 additional jobs. The discussion will inform updates to the city's Economic Development Element, including infrastructure needs and policies to support job growth.

• Presentation on Buildable Lands Report and Employment Capacity
• Discussion on meeting 2044 employment target of 2,747 additional jobs
• Review of employment capacity calculation (3,943 potential jobs)
• Consideration of infrastructure and policy barriers to development
• Approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes, certify an exceptional level hiring list, extend entry and lateral certified eligibility registers by 30 days, and discuss background investigation information. The agenda is mostly routine administrative actions.

• Certification of exceptional level hiring list
• 30-day extension of entry and lateral certified eligibility registers
• Discussion of background investigation information

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss and potentially recommend action on a memorial art donation at Eddon Boat Park, a downtown placemaking project at Jerisich Public Dock, an update on converting the Masonic Lodge into a community event center, and proposed revisions to the city's special events code (GHMC 5.28). The commission may make recommendations to the mayor and city council on these items.

• Memorial sculpture donation proposed for Eddon Boat Park to honor a deceased Gig Harbor High School student
• Gig Harbor Waterfront Alliance seeks support for grant applications (Maritime Washington up to $15k, T-Mobile Hometown up to $50k) for Jerisich Public Dock placemaking
• Draft special events code revisions include new definitions, fee changes (e.g., for-profit events $500, not-for-profit $150), and extended event duration from 2 hours
• Masonic Lodge conversion update from Harbor History Museum Executive Director Stephanie Lile

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will continue discussing whether to recommend the Old Ferry Dock for inclusion on the Gig Harbor Register of Historic Places. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no formal decisions scheduled beyond the ongoing historic designation process.

• Continued discussion of recommending Old Ferry Dock for inclusion on Gig Harbor Register of Historic Places

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss four items: a property management plan for the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area, pavement repairs on 38th Avenue, a CIP StoryMap update, and the upcoming Levy Lid Lift ballot measure. No public comment will be accepted at this session.

• txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phases 1 & 2 Property Management Plan
• 38th Avenue Pavement Repair
• CIP StoryMap Update
• Levy Lid Lift Ballot Measure

Salary Commission

The Gig Harbor Salary Commission is meeting to review and potentially adjust the salaries of the mayor and city councilmembers, as required every two years. The commission will elect a chair and discuss salary changes based on comparisons with similar cities and workload estimates. The last adjustment in 2022 increased council salaries by 8.7% and the mayor's by 10%.

• Mayor's current salary: $2,124 per month plus full benefits and 401(a) contribution
• Councilmembers' current salary: $775 per month, no benefits
• Comparison table shows average mayor salary in similar cities: $2,568.41
• Comparison table shows average council salary in similar cities: $761.79
• Councilmembers report average 52 hours worked per month

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, vouchers totaling $852,908.77, and appointments to the Parks and Arts Commissions. The main substantive item is a staff report on the quarterly budget, which will be discussed. Public comments are allowed on consent agenda and non-agenda items.

• Approval of vouchers: Check Numbers 105811-105910 and ACH payments totaling $852,908.77
• Confirmation of Parks Commissioners: Stace Gordon, Guy Magnus, Kim Anderson (terms expiring March 31, 2027), and Hanley Bonynge (term expiring March 31, 2026)
• Confirmation of Arts Commissioners: Sonja Johnson, Carolyn Vranjes, Joanne Brandani (terms expiring March 31, 2027)
• Quarterly Budget Report (staff report)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear a presentation from Senior Planner Jeremy Hammar introducing a preliminary draft code update on tree removal, retention, and preservation. The commission will discuss the draft, which aims to consolidate tree regulations into a single chapter and add penalties for illegal tree removal. No final decision is expected at this meeting; it is an introduction and discussion item.

• Draft code would require permits for removing significant trees on developed property, with exemptions for routine maintenance and emergencies
• Proposed replacement requirements: 1 tree for 6-10 inch DSH, 2 for 10.1-14 inch, 3 for over 14 inch
• Major development sites must retain at least 50% of existing viable significant trees
• Code would prohibit removal of protected trees and trees on vacant lots prior to development
• Public comment period included; written comments can be sent to [email protected]

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the review and update of Comprehensive Plan Element 14 'Arts + Culture' and to receive an update on the 2024 Creative Endeavor Grant. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February and March, commissioner reports, and public comment.

• Review and update of Comprehensive Plan Element 14 'Arts + Culture'
• 2024 Creative Endeavor Grant update
• Approval of minutes from February 14 and March 20, 2024

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission held a special meeting and unanimously approved the minutes from February 14 and March 20. They discussed the Arts + Culture element of the Comprehensive Plan and will bring suggested amendments to the May meeting. An update on the 2024 Creative Endeavor Grants was provided. No final decisions were made on the plan or grants.

• Approved minutes of February 14 and March 20 (unanimous)
• Reviewed Comprehensive Plan Arts + Culture element; amendments to be brought to May meeting
• Received update on 2024 Creative Endeavor Grants

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider awarding a $5,587,816.91 construction contract to Pease Construction for the Sports Complex Phase 1B, along with related engineering and testing contracts. The council will also vote on ordinances creating a Complete Streets policy and regulating public EV charging stations, plus a fee schedule for their use. Other business includes adopting revised council guidelines and selecting committee members for a ballot proposition.

• Construction contract with Pease Construction for $5,587,816.91 (Sports Complex Phase 1B)
• Support services contract with BCRA Engineers for $150,000
• Materials testing contract with Terracon for $48,101.55
• Second reading of Ordinance 1525 (Complete Streets Policy) and Ordinance 1526 (EV charging stations)
• Resolution 1311 adopting fee schedule for public EV charging stations

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes, certify entry-level and lateral hiring lists, designate a vice chair, and discuss a commissioner vacancy. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business with no major policy decisions.

• Certification of entry-level hiring list
• Certification of lateral hiring list
• Vice chair designation
• Commissioner vacancy update

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss and may recommend action on the Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Racing Team’s request to continue using Skansie Brothers Park for boat storage and practices. The team’s current use agreement is set to expire, and city staff seeks a recommendation for the city council’s April 11 study session.

• Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Racing Team seeks continued use of Skansie Brothers Park
• Current $1/year use agreement expires; team requests extension to January 1, 2027
• City staff to recommend action to city council for April 11 study session

City Council

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner held a virtual public hearing to review a request to reduce the front yard setback for a garage by 20% at 8353 Bayridge Avenue. The applicant seeks to build a single-family residence on a vacant 0.24-acre lot zoned R-1 Single-Family Residential.

• Braaten residence front yard setback reduction (PL-VAR-24-0001) at 8353 Bayridge Avenue
• Virtual hearing via Zoom and phone with public comment procedures outlined

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss two items: options for locating Well #9, presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm, and updates to council guidelines and procedures, presented by City Clerk Josh Stecker. No public comment will be accepted at this study session, and no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Well #9 location options
• Council guidelines and procedures updates

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session and expressed support for Location 2 (Borgen Blvd at Shaw Park) as the site for the proposed Well #9 water source. Council directed staff to engage nearby neighbors and the Arts Commission for input. The council also reviewed and generally supported amendments to council guidelines, which will be placed on the consent agenda for the April 8 regular meeting. No formal votes were taken.

• Supported Well #9 Location 2: Borgen Blvd at Shaw Park
• Directed staff to engage neighbors near the well site
• Directed staff to consult Arts Commission on public art for the site
• Generally supported council guidelines amendments
• Placed guidelines amendments on April 8 consent agenda

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold first readings on ordinances creating a Complete Streets policy and regulating public electric vehicle charging stations, plus a public hearing on site plan review amendments. They will also consider a resolution supporting a proposed sales tax for police and public safety on the August 2024 ballot, and select committees for and against the measure. Consent agenda items include a salary schedule ordinance, code enforcement procedures, and a consulting contract for the comprehensive plan update.

• Ordinance 1525: Complete Streets policy (first reading)
• Ordinance 1526: Public EV charging stations (first reading)
• Ordinance 1527: Site plan review amendments (public hearing)
• Resolution 1310: Support for police/public safety sales tax proposition
• BERK Consulting contract up to $136,780 for comprehensive plan update

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will discuss a range of policy tools to address affordable and workforce housing, as required by state law and a county housing allocation. Staff will present options from a 2023 Housing Needs Assessment, including zoning changes, inclusionary zoning, and tax exemptions. The commission will also introduce a new member and consider the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Introduction of new Planning Commissioner Julie Martin
• Discussion of affordable/workforce housing policy tools, including upzoning, inclusionary zoning, and multifamily tax exemption
• State mandate to accommodate 567 new affordable units by 2044
• Review of Housing Needs Assessment recommendations from May 2023
• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to review applications for the 2024 Creative Endeavor Grant program and make funding recommendations. The agenda includes discussion of 17 grant requests totaling $68,750, followed by public comment. No final decisions are made at this meeting; it is a discussion and recommendation step.

• Review of 2024 Creative Endeavor Grant applications
• Funding recommendations for 17 applicants totaling $68,750
• Largest request: United By Music Fest4All Make Music Day ($10,000)
• Other requests include Harbor History Museum Special Exhibition ($5,000) and Peninsula Youth Orchestra String Camp ($4,500)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially adopt scoring guidelines for lodging tax grant applications, with emphasis on attracting visitors from more than 50 miles away during the November–April shoulder season. The committee will also discuss the application window for the Direct Marketing Organization. The agenda includes approval of minutes from September 2023 meetings.

• Discussion of Lodging Tax Grant Application Scoring Criteria
• Discussion of Direct Marketing Organization Application Window
• Approval of minutes from September 14 and September 28, 2023
• Scoring guidelines emphasize shoulder-season visitors (up to 25 points) and overnight guests

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider adopting a feasibility study for the Sports Complex Phase 2 & 3 and hold a first reading of an ordinance on code enforcement procedures. The consent agenda includes routine approvals, appointments, a lease renewal, a construction contract, and two collective bargaining agreements. The meeting also includes recognition of a retiring police chaplain and introduction of a new one.

• Resolution 1309 adopting Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 2 & 3 Feasibility Study
• First reading of Ordinance 1523 relating to code enforcement procedures
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,846,081.79 and payroll of $570,625.88
• Lease renewal with DNR for tidelands at Maritime Pier
• Public Works construction contract award for Skansie Netshed structural, reroof, and repaint improvements

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hear an introduction to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) code changes required by Washington's House Bill 1337. The commission will discuss how to update the Gig Harbor Municipal Code to comply with new state requirements, including allowing two ADUs on single-family lots, removing owner-occupancy requirements, and limiting parking and size restrictions. No formal action is scheduled; a more detailed draft will be presented later.

• Discussion of ADU code changes required by House Bill 1337
• State law requires allowing two ADUs on lots in single-family zones within urban growth areas
• Owner-occupancy requirement for ADUs would be eliminated
• Parking limits: no more than one space per ADU on lots under 6,000 sq ft, two on larger lots
• Maximum gross floor area for ADUs cannot be less than 1,000 sq ft

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its February 15, 2024 meeting. The commission then heard a staff presentation on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) code changes and held a discussion, but took no action on the matter. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comment and no other substantive decisions.

• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to introduce appointees to the Planning and Salary Commissions and discuss three key ordinances: a Complete Streets ordinance, an EV Charging ordinance, and the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket. No public comment will be accepted at this session.

• Introduction of Planning Commission appointee Julie Martin and Salary Commission appointees Matt Munkres, Kim Anderson, Nate Campen, Julie Martin, and Larry Bradbury
• Complete Streets Ordinance and Code Revisions
• EV Charging Ordinance and Resolution
• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider several items, including a proposed ordinance on zoning controls for site-specific rezones and height restriction variances, and a resolution to place a 0.1% sales tax increase for police and community safety on the August 6, 2024 ballot. They will also vote on a resolution supporting an April 23, 2024 levy lid lift proposition, and authorize a memorandum of understanding with the Gig Harbor Sister Cities Council. Consent agenda items include contracts for road improvements and construction awards.

• Ordinance 1522 adopting zoning controls for site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances
• Resolution 1307 to submit 0.1% sales tax increase for police services to voters on August 6, 2024
• Resolution 1308 expressing support for April 23, 2024 Proposition 1 (single-year, permanent levy lid lift)
• Professional services contract with 3J Consulting for Olympic Drive right turn lane extension design
• Construction contract award for Prentice Ave./Fennimore St. half-width frontage improvements

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from February 1, 2024, and to consider a 30-day extension of the lateral certified eligibility register. This is a routine administrative action regarding the hiring eligibility list.

• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2024
• 30-day extension of lateral certified eligibility register

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing on a proposal by Harbor Investments NW, LLC to replace the Pitt Dock Marina. The project includes replacing the entrance gate, adding railings, remodeling the marina, and swapping creosote-treated wood piles for fiberglass grating and galvanized steel, reducing overwater coverage by 930.5 square feet. Public comments can be submitted in writing by February 19 or made during the hearing.

• Replace 16-foot entrance gate and add 4-foot railings to existing pier
• Replace creosote-treated wood piles with fiberglass grating and galvanized steel
• Reduce overwater coverage by 930.5 square feet
• Reinforce support of existing net shed
• Public comment deadline: February 19, 2024, 5:00 pm

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed text amendments to GHMC 17.96.025.E and 17.96.030.A.1.a. The amendments would remove language requiring all change-of-use proposals to undergo site plan review, potentially streamlining permitting for small businesses. The commission will also receive a presentation on community survey results and discuss the amendments before making a recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing on text amendments to GHMC 17.96.025.E and 17.96.030.A.1.a. regarding change of use applications
• Presentation of community survey results by Principal Planner Robin Bolster-Grant
• Proposed removal of capacity evaluation requirement (GHMC 19.10.004) from site plan review for change of use
• Next meeting scheduled for March 7, 2024, to discuss Housing Element of Comprehensive Plan

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will meet to discuss storm drain art with Engineer Technician Michael Abboud, review arts initiatives in Gig Harbor, and receive an update on the Creative District. The meeting includes approval of the January 24, 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Storm Drain Art discussion with Michael Abboud
• Arts in Gig Harbor discussion
• Creative District Meeting Update
• Approval of January 24, 2024 minutes

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider a resolution calling for a special election on April 23, 2024, to authorize a single-year, permanent property tax levy lid lift starting in 2025, with funds for public safety, streets, park maintenance, and other services. The council will also select 'For' and 'Against' committees for the ballot proposition, adopt updated 2021 international building codes, and decide on two property rezones and a height restriction overlay removal. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including vouchers, payroll, a contract for Peacock Hill roadway design, and a final plat approval.

• Resolution 1305: special election for property tax levy lid lift, with up to $30,000 for a communications firm
• Ordinance 1519: adopting 2021 international building, residential, mechanical, fuel gas, fire, existing building, wildland-urban interface, energy conservation, and uniform plumbing codes
• Rezone of parcel 7650000020 from Waterfront Millville to Waterfront Commercial (Resolution 1302, Ordinance 1520)
• Removal of eight parcels (0221068037, 0221068036, 0221064172, 0221064173, 0221064174, 0221064177, 0221068039, 0221068040) from Height Restriction Overlay (Resolution 1301, Ordinance 1521)
• Consent agenda: vouchers $1,649,072.64, payroll $567,973.03, Peacock Hill roadway design contract, Edwards Drive final plat, Parks Commission appointment

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes, and discuss the 2024 work plan. Staff reports cover park projects, lease updates, and maintenance issues, including vandalism and facility repairs.

• Election of chair and vice chair
• Discussion of 2024 work plan
• Skansie Netshed lease alteration request
• Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1A funding and YMCA lease renegotiation
• Vandalism uptick at parks; bathrooms closed at Eddon Boat Park due to burst pipe

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will discuss recommending the Old Ferry Dock for inclusion on the Gig Harbor Register of Historic Places, based on a staff memo. They will also discuss the Washington State Historical Society Heritage Capital Projects Grant and qualifying projects. The meeting is virtual via Zoom, with public comment allowed.

• Discussion of recommending Old Ferry Dock for Gig Harbor Register of Historic Places
• Staff memo on Old Ferry Dock nomination
• Discussion of Heritage Capital Projects Grant and qualifying projects
• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2023

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a virtual public hearing to review a proposal by X2P Boat Barn LLC for moorage and accessibility upgrades at their marina. The meeting follows a standard format with staff report, applicant presentation, and public comment periods.

• X2P Boat Barn LLC moorage & accessibility upgrades proposal (PL-SDP-22-0001, PL-SPR-22-0002, PL-NCR-22-0001, PL-DR-22-0006, PL-FLOOD-22-0001, PL-SEPA-22-0005)
• ADA-compliant parking stall, loading/unloading area, and surface water management improvements
• Reconfiguration of existing marina floats for larger yacht moorage

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the minutes from December 28, 2023, and appoint a commission chair and vice chair. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no substantive policy or financial items listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 28, 2023
• Appointment of commission chair and vice chair

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to introduce a new Parks Commission appointee, review state building code adoption, discuss a redundant watermain project in Gig Harbor North, and consider a levy lid lift. This is a study session, so no formal decisions are expected.

• Introduction of new Parks Commission appointee
• State Building Code adoption review
• Redundant watermain project in Gig Harbor North
• Levy lid lift discussion

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will discuss updates to the Creative Endeavor Grant application, guidelines, and scoring matrix. The meeting follows the city council’s informal decision not to fund the 2024 grants, prompting the commission to explore alternative advocacy for arts projects.

• Review of Creative Endeavor Grant Application, Guidelines, & Scoring Matrix
• City council’s informal decision not to fund 2024 Creative Endeavor Grants
• Discussion on Arts in Gig Harbor initiatives

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will elect a mayor pro tempore, consider a resolution declaring the city welcoming, and vote on changes to public comment procedures, including resuming Zoom comments. The consent agenda includes approvals for emergency sewer repair, grant applications, and contracts. A staff report covers the 2023 fourth-quarter financial report and budget update.

• Resolution 1300 declaring the city as one of welcoming
• Changes to public comment procedures, including resuming Zoom comments
• Resolution 1303 declaring emergency for gravity sewer main repair on Harborview Drive
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,210,533.76
• Resolution 1304 authorizing grant application for North Creek Culvert Replacement Project

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1516, which proposes changes to site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances. The meeting will include staff reports, applicant presentations, and public comment before commission discussion.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1516 for site-specific rezones and height restriction area variances
• Review of Interim Ordinance 1516 adopted September 7, 2023, effective for 6 months
• Clarification of process for site-specific rezones (now decided by city council) and height restriction area variances
• Correction of code language to define height restriction area as an overlay zone on the zoning map

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss updates on the Sports Complex Phase 2 & 3 feasibility study, a proposed UGA retraction by Pierce County, and a legislative update. This is a virtual meeting accessible via Zoom or in person at the Civic Center.

• Sports Complex Phase 2 & 3 Feasibility Study Update
• Proposed UGA Retraction by Pierce County
• Legislative Update

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three items: a potential levy lid lift, proposed changes to public comment procedures, and funding for creative endeavors. No public comment will be accepted at this session, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Levy lid lift discussion led by Finance Director Dave Rodenbach
• Public comment procedures review by City Attorney Daniel Kenny
• Creative Endeavor Grant Funding discussion by City Administrator Katrina Knutson

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council held a special meeting to conduct routine business including approving vouchers totaling $1,179,747.57 and payroll for December 2023 at $1,055,221.90. The council also received presentations on Tacoma Community College updates and recognized the retirement of a police services specialist.

• Approved vouchers totaling $1,179,747.57
• Approved December 2023 payroll of $1,055,221.90
• Approved Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) Grant Agreements
• Received Tacoma Community College update from Olga Torres Inglebritson
• Recognized retirement of Police Services Specialist Debra Yerry-Eason