Gig Harbor public meetings in 2025

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a 30-day extension of entry-level and lateral/exceptional certified hiring lists, likely for police and fire positions. The agenda also includes approval of the October 30, 2025 minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• 30-day extension of entry and lateral/exceptional certified hiring lists
• Approval of minutes from October 30, 2025

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission held a brief special meeting and unanimously approved the minutes from October 30, 2025, and confirmed a 30-day extension of entry and lateral/exceptional certified hiring lists. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from October 30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Confirmed 30-day extension of entry and lateral/exceptional certified hiring lists (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss several items, including introducing new Planning Commission appointees, a grant for the Soundview Forest Stormwater Park, a utility extension agreement for Trailside Apartments, a change in the city's insurance provider, and potential changes to city business hours. No formal votes are scheduled, as the suggested motion is listed as N/A for each item.

• Introduction of Planning Commission appointees Kim Anderson, Jim Henderson, and Katy Cornell
• Soundview Forest Stormwater Park grant discussion
• Trailside Apartments (Rush Development) utility extension agreement
• City insurance provider change
• City business hours discussion

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session and expressed support for several items, including accepting a grant for the Soundview Forest Stormwater Park, moving forward with a utility extension agreement for Trailside Apartments, changing the city's insurance provider, and adjusting Civic Center building hours. No formal votes were taken; these items are expected to be considered at upcoming regular meetings.

• Supported accepting Soundview Forest Stormwater Park grant
• Supported moving Trailside Apartments utility extension agreement forward
• Supported changing city insurance provider
• Supported proposed change in Civic Center building hours

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider a sewer utility extension agreement for Lagunas on the Bay, with a suggested motion to deny it. They will also adopt the 2026 legislative agenda and handle routine consent items including contracts and payments.

• Sewer Utility Extension Agreement with Minterbrook by the Sea, LLC (suggested motion to deny)
• Resolution 1348 adopting 2026 Legislative Agenda
• Ordinance 1558 Comcast Franchise Agreement (second reading/adoption)
• Professional Services Contract Amendment #2 for Peacock Hill ½ Width Improvements
• Vouchers totaling $948,033.95 and payroll of $686,148.91

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously denied a sewer utility extension agreement for Lagunas on the Bay with Minterbrook by the Sea, LLC. The council also unanimously approved Resolution 1348, adopting the 2026 legislative agenda, and approved the consent agenda, which included the Comcast franchise agreement and several other items. The meeting included an executive session on potential litigation and reports from the mayor and city administrator.

• Denied sewer utility extension agreement for Lagunas on the Bay (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1348 adopting 2026 legislative agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Comcast franchise agreement and other items (unanimous)

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will hold a regular meeting on December 3, 2025, to discuss the 2026 work plan. The agenda includes approval of the November 5 minutes, public comment, a parks division update, and commissioner reports. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the work plan discussion.

• Discussion of 2026 work plan
• Approval of November 5, 2025 minutes
• Parks Division update by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• Public comment period

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider several items, including a mid-biennial budget review and modification, a Comcast franchise agreement, and salary adjustments for municipal court judges. They will also vote on the 2025 Active Transportation Plan and a wastewater comprehensive plan amendment. Public comments are invited on these items.

• Resolution 1346: Summer Lane Wastewater Comprehensive Plan Technical Amendment
• Ordinance 1556: Mid-biennial Budget Review and 2025-26 Budget Modification
• Ordinance 1558: Comcast Franchise Agreement (first reading)
• Ordinance 1557: Municipal Court Judge Salary and Pro Tempore Judge Salary (first reading and adoption)
• Resolution 1347: Adopting the 2025 Active Transportation Plan

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved the 2025-26 budget modification (Ordinance 1556) and the 2025 Active Transportation Plan (Resolution 1347). They also approved a wastewater plan amendment (Resolution 1346) and set municipal court judge salaries (Ordinance 1557). A Comcast franchise agreement (Ordinance 1558) was introduced for first reading only.

• Approved Resolution 1347 adopting the 2025 Active Transportation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1346 Summer Lane Wastewater Comprehensive Plan Technical Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1556 for 2025-26 budget modification (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1557 setting municipal court judge and pro tempore judge salaries (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 1558 for Comcast franchise agreement (first reading only)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers totaling $726,631.49 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to prepare its legislative agenda and review three key items: the Crescent Creek Master Plan’s preferred concept, a utility extension agreement for Laguna’s on the Bay, and a staff report from the City Administrator. Public comment will follow each discussion item.

• Crescent Creek Master Plan - Preferred Concept
• Laguna’s on the Bay Utility Extension Agreement
• Legislative Agenda Preparation with City Administrator report

The City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They directed staff on the 2026 legislative agenda, which will be adopted at the December 8 meeting. Council also expressed support for a historic structures report on the existing structure in Crescent Creek Park. The Laguna's on the Bay Utility Extension Agreement was postponed.

• Directed 2026 legislative agenda preparation (no formal vote)
• Supported historic structures report for Crescent Creek Park structure (no formal vote)
• Postponed Laguna's on the Bay Utility Extension Agreement

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant documents and a proposed mosaic art installation for the Finholm View Climb. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting and hear public comment.

• Discussion of 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant documents
• Finholm View Climb mosaic art installation proposal
• Approval of minutes from October 29, 2025
• Public comment period

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider several business items, including a second reading and adoption of an ordinance adjusting utility rates, a first reading of a mid-biennial budget modification, and contracts for lobbyist services and a municipal court judge. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering vouchers, payroll, and professional services contracts, plus an MOU for WIC program support.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1555 adjusting utility rates
• First reading of Ordinance 1556 for 2025-26 budget modification
• Professional services contract with Gordon Thomas Honeywell for state lobbying (2026-2028)
• Municipal court judge services contract with Sandra L. Allen
• Consent agenda includes vouchers totaling $255,597.49 in ACH payments

The Gig Harbor City Council approved Ordinance 1555 adjusting utility rates, with a 5-1 vote (Stone opposed). The council also unanimously approved several contracts, including a lobbyist services agreement with Gordon Thomas Honeywell for 2026-2028, a municipal court judge services contract with Sandra L. Allen, and an MOU with the Bessler Center for WIC Program Support. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including vouchers and payroll. Ordinance 1556 on mid-biennial budget review was introduced for first reading.

• Approved Ordinance 1555 adjusting utility rates (5-1, Stone opposed)
• Authorized mayor to execute MOU with Bessler Center for WIC Program Support (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute lobbyist services contract with Gordon Thomas Honeywell for 2026-2028 (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute municipal court judge services contract with Sandra L. Allen (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and contracts (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 1556 for mid-biennial budget review (first reading)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from August 5, 2025, and receive a presentation from Community Development Director Eric Baker regarding the Masonic Lodge, followed by commission discussion. Public comment will be accepted in person, via Zoom, or by phone, with a 3-minute limit per speaker.

• Presentation on Masonic Lodge by Community Development Director Eric Baker
• Approval of minutes from August 5, 2025
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit
• Next meeting scheduled for January 27, 2026

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss the final recommendation for the Crescent Creek Park Master Plan, including input on the draft preferred alternative. The meeting will also include a Parks Division update from Jennifer Haro and commissioner reports. The master plan has been developed through extensive public input and multiple meetings since 2023.

• Crescent Creek Park Master Plan – Final Recommendation (including draft preferred alternative)
• Parks Division update on services agreement with YMCA for concession stand
• Public comment period for community input

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to approve minutes, certify entry-level and lateral/exceptional police officer hiring lists, and consider eligibility removals. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Certification of entry-level police officer eligibility list (5 candidates, including Joshua Cofield, Kelly Palmore, Zach Guess, Nick Rodriguez, Giovanni Leon-Gonzalez)
• Certification of lateral/exceptional police officer eligibility list (4 candidates, including Dustin Hulbrock, April Goff, Gary Hardnett Jr., Cali Hinzman)
• Removal of Kelly Lietz and Weston King from lateral/exceptional eligibility list (withdrew, effective Oct 9 and Oct 13, 2025)
• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2025 special meeting

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission held a special meeting and unanimously approved the minutes from September 3, 2025, and confirmed the certification of entry and lateral/exceptional hiring lists. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Confirmed certification of entry and lateral/exceptional hiring lists (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three public works items: the North Creek Culvert Replacement Project, a technical amendment to the Summer Lane Wastewater Comprehensive Plan, and the Gig Harbor North Trail Easement. No formal motions are suggested, indicating these are discussion items. Public comment is invited after each staff report.

• North Creek Culvert Replacement Project – Remote Site Incubator Discussion
• Summer Lane Wastewater Comprehensive Plan Technical Amendment
• Gig Harbor North Trail Easement

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will discuss two items at this special meeting: the 2025 Harbor Arbor Art Update and the 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant application process. The meeting is procedural and does not include any decisions.

• 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant application process and guidelines reviewed
• 2025 Harbor Arbor Art Update discussed

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission held a special meeting with no formal votes. They discussed the 2025 Harbor Arbor Art project, planning to issue a Call for Artists in late February 2026 with a May 1 deadline. They also reviewed proposed changes to the 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant documents, scheduling the next grant cycle announcement for early 2026 with a March 2 deadline, and will make recommendations at the March 17 regular meeting. Minutes from the September 16 meeting were unanimously approved.

• Approved minutes of September 16 meeting (unanimous)
• Set Call for Artists for Harbor Arbor Art for end of February 2026 with May 1 deadline
• Reviewed proposed changes to 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant documents; next cycle announced early 2026 with March 2 deadline

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a public hearing on 2026 General Fund revenue sources and consider adopting ordinances for the 2026 property tax levy and utility rate adjustments. The council will also vote on a development code update to align with the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and handle consent agenda items including contracts and appointments.

• Ordinance 1551: Development code update for consistency with 2024 Comprehensive Plan
• Public hearing on 2026 General Fund revenue sources
• Ordinance 1554: Levying general property taxes for 2026
• Ordinance 1555: Adjusting utility rates (first reading)
• Consent agenda: Vouchers totaling $1,522,378.03 in ACH payments

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council study session will hear staff reports on two items: a presentation of community survey data from the Community Diversity and Engagement Committee, and updates on landlord-tenant protections. No formal motions are suggested for either item, so the council is expected to discuss and deliberate rather than vote. Public comment is invited after each staff report.

• Community Diversity and Engagement Committee community survey data presentation
• Landlord-tenant protection updates
• Staff report by Housing, Health, and Human Services Program Manager Shealynn Smiley, MSW

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes or decisions. They received a presentation on community survey data from the housing, health, and human services program manager and a former CDE Committee member, and an update on landlord-tenant protections. Public comment was limited to one speaker on the landlord-tenant item.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during study session

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to introduce newly confirmed appointees to the Historic Preservation Commission and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, discuss state legislative priorities, and review proposed changes to tiered water rates. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation.

• Introduction of Historic Preservation Commission Appointee Mark Brown
• Introduction of Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Appointees Stephanie Lile and Jannae Mitton
• Review of tiered water rates structure by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, received a state legislative update, and reviewed options for tiered water rates. Council expressed support for a 5-block rate structure, but no final decision was made.

• Supported 5-block tiered water rate structure (discussion only)
• Introduced Mark Brown for Historic Preservation Commission appointment
• Introduced Stephanie Lile and Jannae Mitton for Lodging Tax Advisory Committee appointments
• Held executive session on pending litigation

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances to align the development code and zoning maps with the adopted 2024 Comprehensive Plan. They will also consider a $1,234,799 contract amendment for Well #9 engineering, a first reading of a fiber franchise agreement, and adoption of a new Parks Code. Several proclamations and routine consent items are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 1551: Update development code for consistency with 2024 Comprehensive Plan
• Ordinance 1552: Amend Future Land Use Map and Official Zoning Map
• Professional Services Contract Amendment #1 with Carollo Engineers for Well #9, not to exceed $1,234,799
• First reading of Ordinance 1553 (Forged Fiber Franchise Agreement)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1550 (new Title 11: Parks Code)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive public comment, and discuss Phase 2 code amendments, presented by Senior Planner Jeremy Hammar. The meeting is advisory to the City Council and is not a public forum.

• Phase 2 Code Amendments presentation and discussion
• Approval of September 18, 2025 minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met on October 2, 2025, and unanimously approved the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only procedural items and a brief discussion of future business.

• Approved minutes from September 18, 2025 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 1550, which would create a new municipal code title covering parks, docks, and special events. The council will also receive an overview of transportation concurrency requirements and approve the consent agenda, which includes a second reading of an impact fee ordinance and over $1 million in payments.

• First reading of Ordinance 1550 creating Municipal Code Title 11 for parks, docks, and special events
• Second reading of Ordinance 1549 relating to impact fees
• Approval of vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,029,661.71
• Transportation concurrency overview and requirements discussion
• Proclamations for Community Conflict Resolution Day and recognition of flower basket watering volunteers

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: traffic calming concepts for Soundview Drive, updates to the 2025 fee schedule, a dry sewer discussion for 38th Avenue, and an overview of transportation concurrency requirements. No formal motions are scheduled; the council will hear staff reports, take public comment, and deliberate.

• Soundview Drive pavement maintenance and traffic calming concepts
• 2025 fee schedule updates
• 38th Avenue dry sewer discussion
• Transportation concurrency overview and requirements

The City Council held a study session and discussed several items but made no formal decisions. They expressed support for a raised median with bike lane for Soundview Drive traffic calming, the proposed 2025 fee schedule updates, and a combination of options for the 38th Avenue dry sewer. The transportation concurrency overview was postponed to a future session.

• Supported raised median with bike lane for Soundview Drive (discussion only)
• Supported 2025 fee schedule updates (discussion only)
• Suggested combination of options for 38th Avenue dry sewer (discussion only)
• Postponed transportation concurrency overview to future study session

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to review 2026 Lodging Tax Grant Applications. This is the only business item on the agenda, so the meeting is focused on evaluating grant requests funded by lodging tax revenue. Public comments are allowed, with a 3-minute limit per speaker.

• Review of 2026 Lodging Tax Grant Applications

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to conduct procedural business, including welcoming a new commissioner and electing a chair. The primary substantive item is a presentation and discussion on the Critical Area Ordinance led by Community Development Director Eric Baker.

• Welcome new Commissioner Zhou
• Chair Election
• Critical Area Ordinance – Presentation and Commission discussion

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission approved the August 21, 2025 minutes and elected new officers: Commissioner Burcar as Chair and Commissioner Jordan as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The commission also received a presentation on the Critical Area Ordinance and discussed it, with no public comment or other substantive decisions made.

• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Burcar as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jordan as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will discuss an update on the 2025 Harbor Arbor Art event, Proposition 1 (a sales and use tax to fund a Cultural Access Program), and community arts and culture ideas and an action plan. The meeting includes approval of minutes from June 11, 2025, and public comment.

• Update on 2025 Harbor Arbor Art
• Proposition 1: Sales & Use Tax to fund Cultural Access Program
• Community Arts & Culture Ideas and Action Plan
• Approval of minutes from June 11, 2025

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting and review grant applications for 2026 lodging tax funds. This committee advises on how lodging tax revenue is allocated to tourism-related projects.

• Approval of minutes from June 12, 2025 meeting
• Review of 2026 lodging tax grant applications

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: a property management plan for the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phase 4, a Parks Commission recommendation regarding the Masonic Lodge, Phase 1 of the Development Code Update and map amendments, and a proposed safe parking site at St. John's Episcopal Church. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and public comment. An executive session on pending litigation is also planned.

• Property Management Plan for txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phase 4
• Parks Commission's Masonic Lodge recommendation
• Phase 1 Development Code Update and map amendments
• Proposed Safe Parking Site at St. John's Episcopal Church
• Executive session on pending litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed the Phase 4 management plan for the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area, the Parks Commission's recommendation to demolish the Masonic Lodge (to return in November), Phase 1 development code and map amendments, and a proposed safe parking site at St. John's Episcopal Church. The meeting included public comments and an executive session on potential litigation.

• No formal decisions made; all items were discussion only
• Masonic Lodge demolition recommendation to return in November
• Executive session held for potential litigation (15 min, extended 5 min)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 1549 relating to impact fees, and consider awarding a construction contract for the Harbor History Museum driveway entrance revisions. The council will also vote on a resolution supporting a cultural access program sales tax proposition on the November ballot. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including minutes, vouchers, payroll, and appointments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1549 (impact fees)
• Contract award to NPM Construction Co. for $104,276.25 for Harbor History Museum driveway revisions
• Resolution 1343 supporting Proposition No. 1 (cultural access program sales tax)
• Consent agenda includes vouchers totaling $2,280,735.70 and payroll of $666,087.00
• Confirmation of Rosey Zhou to Planning Commission

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss and likely recommend demolishing the Masonic Lodge as part of the Crescent Creek Master Plan. The commission will also hear a proposal from the Rotary Club for a memorial tree-planting program and receive a parks division update.

• Rotary Club proposal for memorial tree-planting program
• Recommendation to demolish Masonic Lodge at Crescent Creek Park
• Crescent Creek Master Plan discussion with two development concepts
• Parks Division update from Jennifer Haro

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to certify a lateral/exceptional police officer hiring list, as requested by Interim Police Chief Tray Federici. The agenda also includes approval of the August 7, 2025 minutes. The meeting is largely procedural, focusing on the certification of eligible candidates for police officer positions.

• Certification of lateral/exceptional police officer eligibility list with top candidates Cali Hinzman, Kelly Lietz, and Weston King
• Approval of minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting
• Removal of candidates Gustavo Ferrari and William Natkha from the eligibility list due to background investigation failures
• Reference to sergeant promotion eligibility list established August 7, 2025

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to formally review Development Code Phase 1, including a staff report, public comment, and discussion. The meeting will also include procedural items like roll call and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing on Development Code Phase 1
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Staff report and discussion on Development Code Phase 1

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the Phase 1 Development Code, which includes a new Zoning Map, Land Use Map, and updated code to align with the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included approval of prior minutes and an update on a parking study.

• Approved minutes from August 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Phase 1 Development Code to City Council (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to deliberate on tiered water rates, updates to landlord-tenant protections, and the Active Transportation Plan. Staff reports will be presented, followed by public comment and council action on each item.

• Introduction of Planning Commission appointee Rosey Zhou
• Tiered Water Rates Discussion with staff report by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Active Transportation Plan with staff report, public comment, and council deliberation
• Community Diversity and Engagement Committee survey data presentation
• Landlord-Tenant Protection Updates with staff report and council action

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed updates to the Active Transportation Plan, reviewed tiered water rate options, and heard survey data from the Community Diversity and Engagement Committee. The landlord/tenant protection update was postponed.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during study session
• Council expressed interest in 3 and 5 block water rate structures for single-family residences
• Community survey data to return to a future study session for further review
• Landlord/tenant protection update postponed

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will meet on August 11, 2025, to conduct routine business including approving minutes, vouchers, and payroll, as well as voting on a boundary adjustment ordinance and a business license fee ordinance. The council will also hear department updates, review annual crime statistics, and hold an executive session to discuss potential litigation.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1547 adjusting city boundary at 38th Ave/56th Street
• First reading and adoption of Ordinance 1548 on business license fees
• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,308,158.31 and payroll totaling $715,176.50
• Professional Services Contract Amendment #3 for Lift Station 1A Rehabilitation
• Professional Services Contract Amendment #1 for Lift Station #5 Basin Improvements

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 1548, which updates business license fees, and passed a motion directing staff to prepare a resolution supporting Proposition No. 1, a Cultural Access sales tax, with one abstention. The council also approved the consent agenda, including contracts and financial approvals, and received the annual crime statistics report.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, payroll, and contracts (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1547 for city boundary adjustment at 38th Ave/56th Street (consent agenda)
• Approved Ordinance 1548 on business license fees (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare resolution supporting Proposition No. 1 Cultural Access sales tax (5-0, Rodenberg abstained)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to review proposed updates to the city’s parks code. Parks Manager Jennifer Haro will present a staff report, followed by public comment and council discussion. No formal motions are scheduled for this session.

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission will certify the results of the July 2025 sergeant promotional assessment center, establishing a ranked eligibility list for police department promotions. The register may remain in force for up to 12 months and can be extended or terminated based on department needs.

• Certification of sergeant promotion eligibility register with 5 ranked candidates
• Register valid through August 6, 2026 (extendable to August 6, 2027)
• Promotional veterans' scoring applied per RCW 41.04.010

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting and confirmed the results of the sergeant promotion assessment center exam. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 3:17pm.

• Approved minutes of July 24, 2025 meeting
• Certified sergeant promotion assessment center exam results

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will discuss proposed sign code revisions and receive a staff presentation on Development Code Phase 1, with a public hearing scheduled for August 21. Public comment is allowed during designated portions.

• Update on proposed sign code revisions
• Development Code Phase 1 staff presentation and commission discussion
• Public hearing for Development Code Phase 1 set for August 21, 2025

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission approved the minutes from its July 17, 2025 meeting unanimously. The commission received updates on the proposed Sign Code Revision and discussed Development Code Phase 1, with public comment on density. No substantive decisions were made on these agenda items.

• Approved minutes from July 17, 2025 (unanimous)

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss pickleball court etiquette at Doris Heritage Park, review three master plan concepts for Crescent Creek Park, and receive updates on the txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phase 4 property management plan. The meeting also includes routine procedural items and a parks division update.

• Pickleball etiquette review for Doris Heritage Park courts
• Crescent Creek Park master plan concepts: Concept 1 (cost-effective with Masonic Lodge), Concept 2a (shelter with gardens), Concept 3 (maximized accessibility)
• txʷaalqəł Conservation Area Phase 4 property management plan presentation
• Parks Division update by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from January 28, 2025, introduce new commissioners, and discuss the Comprehensive Plan update and next steps. The meeting is advisory to the City Council and includes public comment opportunities.

• Approval of minutes from January 28, 2025
• Introduction of new Historic Preservation Commissioners
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update and Next Steps
• Next meeting scheduled for October 28, 2025

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from January 28, 2025, and held a discussion on the Comprehensive Plan update and next steps. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the meeting also included introductions of new commissioners and a webinar announcement.

• Approved minutes from January 28, 2025 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: preferred concept options for Crescent Creek Park, the parks code, the Phase 1 Development Code Update, and a Sign Code Update based on a Planning Commission recommendation. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal decisions are expected at this session.

• Crescent Creek Park preferred concept options
• Parks code review
• Phase 1 Development Code Update
• Sign Code Update – Planning Commission recommendation

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 28, 2025, with key decisions on a boundary adjustment at 38th Ave/56th Street and a proposed cultural access sales tax for the November ballot. The council will also appoint members to support or oppose a local ballot proposition and receive financial updates.

• First reading of Ordinance 1547 adjusting city boundary at 38th Ave/56th Street
• Resolution 1341 proposing a cultural access sales tax for November 4, 2025 ballot
• Selection of 'For' and 'Against' committees for Gig Harbor Proposition 1 on November ballot
• Approval of vouchers totaling $491,501.73
• Confirmation of appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to welcome new commissioners, hear from Interim Chief Federici, approve minutes, appoint a vice chair, receive a recruiting update, and certify a lateral/exceptional hiring list for police officer candidates. The agenda includes routine administrative items and a request to certify two candidates for police officer positions.

• Certification of lateral/exceptional hiring list with candidates Gustavo Ferrari and William Natkha, effective 45 days until September 8, 2025
• Appointment of vice chair
• Approval of minutes from April 29, 2025
• Recruiting update
• Interim Chief Federici introduction and message

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to continue its review of proposed amendments to the city's sign code (GHMC 17.80), which were first discussed on July 1, 2025. The commission will hear staff reports, applicant presentations, and public comments before discussing the amendments. No final decision is expected at this meeting; the commission's role is advisory to the City Council.

• Continued review of amendments to GHMC 17.80 Sign Code
• Public hearing and comment period for sign code changes
• Approval of minutes from July 1, 2025 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the June 12th staff draft on sign code implementation issues, with amendments to remove the final sentence from the sign definition and to adopt staff's recommended changes to page 3 of the Sign Code Planning Commission Recommendation Matrix. The commission also recommended that the entire sign code receive a full review as a future phase of code development. No public comment was received.

• Approved minutes from July 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of June 12th staff draft on sign code implementation issues (unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to strike final sentence in sign definition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of staff's changes to page 3 of the Sign Code Matrix and full review of sign code (unanimous)
• Approved main motion with amendments (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a utility rate study on revenues and rates, updates to council guidelines, and a restructure of the Tourism Promotion Authority. The council will also introduce new Historic Preservation Commission appointees. No public comment will be accepted at this session.

• Introduction of Historic Preservation Commission appointees Gina Brais and Stephanie Lile
• Utility Rate Study discussion on revenues and rates led by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• Council Guidelines Updates by City Clerk Josh Stecker
• Tourism Promotion Authority Restructure by City Clerk Josh Stecker

The City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They expressed support for a proposed utility rate financial plan and will officially consider an ordinance in October. Other items discussed included Historic Preservation Commission appointees, Council Guidelines updates, and Tourism Promotion Authority restructuring.

• Supported utility rate financial plan (no formal vote; ordinance in October)
• Introduced Historic Preservation Commission appointees Gina Brais and Stephanie Lile
• Reviewed Council Guidelines amendments
• Reviewed Tourism Promotion Authority restructure

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a public hearing on Resolution 1338 adopting the 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and consider several other items including a covenant for Well #3A, final plat approval for the Reserve Plat, first reading of an ordinance establishing a Cultural Access Program, and adoption of the 2025-2027 Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, vouchers, and payroll.

• Public hearing on Resolution 1338: 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
• Resolution 1339: Final plat approval for the Reserve Plat
• First reading of Ordinance 1546: Establishing a Cultural Access Program
• Resolution 1340: Adopting the City of Gig Harbor Three-year Strategic Plan 2025-2027
• Well #3A Declaration of Covenant authorization

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the city's sign code (GHMC 17.80). The meeting includes a staff report, applicant presentation, and public comment. The commission will discuss the proposed changes but no final decision is scheduled.

• Public hearing on amendments to GHMC 17.80 Sign Code
• Public comment allowed in-person, via Zoom, or by phone
• Written comments accepted at [email protected]
• Next meeting scheduled for July 17, 2025

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to recognize the retirement of Chief of Police Kelly Busey and to consider a consent agenda that includes approving vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,063,077.69. The council will also vote on a professional services contract for the Canterwood Water Main Redundancy project and appoint Hugh Hochberg to the Design Review Board. The meeting includes routine reports from the mayor and city administrator, plus public comment periods.

• Retirement recognition for Chief of Police Kelly Busey
• Approval of vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,063,077.69
• Professional Services Contract for Canterwood Water Main Redundancy
• Appointment of Hugh Hochberg to Design Review Board (term to Sept 30, 2028)
• Consent agenda includes minutes from May 29 and June 9, 2025

The Gig Harbor City Council met on June 23, 2025, and unanimously approved the consent agenda. Actions included approving voucher payments totaling $1,063,077.69, authorizing a professional services contract for the Canterwood Water Main Redundancy, and appointing Hugh Hochberg to the Design Review Board.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously
• Approved vouchers and ACH payments totaling $1,063,077.69
• Approved professional services contract for Canterwood Water Main Redundancy
• Appointed Hugh Hochberg to the Design Review Board through September 30, 2028

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three items: a tourism update from the Chamber of Commerce, a review of the parks code, and a tentative agreement for the Shore Acres Water System. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal decisions are expected at this session.

• Chamber of Commerce tourism update presented by Executive Director Miriam Battson
• Parks code discussion led by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• Shore Acres Water System tentative agreement presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session on June 23, 2025, discussing a tentative agreement for the city to take over the Shore Acres Water System, a proposal to consolidate parks-related code into Title 11, and a tourism update. The council expressed support for the water system agreement and the parks code changes, but no formal votes were taken. Mayor Barber swore in Tray Federici as Interim Police Chief.

• Supported tentative agreement for city takeover of Shore Acres Water System (no formal vote)
• Supported proposal to move parks-related code to Title 11 (no formal vote)
• Swore in Tray Federici as Interim Police Chief

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will consider amendments to the city's sign regulations (GHMC 17.80) and the Critical Areas Ordinance. Public comment is invited, and the meeting is open for in-person or remote attendance.

• Amendments to GHMC 17.80 Signs
• Critical Areas Ordinance review
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss four items: introducing a new Design Review Board appointee, considering a test well (Well #9), reviewing a zoning map and Phase 1 development code update, and discussing a Cultural Access Program. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Introduction of Design Review Board appointee Hugh Hochberg
• Well #9 Test Well Consideration (presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm)
• Zoning Map and Phase 1 Development Code Update (presented by Community Development Director Eric Baker)
• Cultural Access Program (presented by City Clerk Josh Stecker)

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will meet to welcome new members, hear from the mayor, and review artist proposals for the 2025 Harbor Arbor Art project. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of artist proposals for 2025 Harbor Arbor Art project
• Welcome new commissioners Kris Robinson and Deborah Breneman
• Special guest appearance by Mayor Barber

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will conduct its regular meeting with procedural items, presentations, and a consent agenda that includes approving vouchers totaling $821,229.09 and payroll totaling $974,170.10. The council will also vote on a professional services contract for pavement maintenance and ADA improvements, adopt an amended flag display policy, and approve the 2025-2029 Commute Trip Reduction Plan.

• Approve vouchers totaling $821,229.09
• Approve payroll totaling $974,170.10
• Professional Services Contract - Pavement Maintenance and ADA Improvements
• Resolution 1336 Adopting an Amended Flag Display Policy
• Resolution 1337 Adopting the 2025-2029 Commute Trip Reduction Plan

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the amended flag display policy (Resolution 1336), the 2025-2029 Commute Trip Reduction Plan (Resolution 1337), a professional services contract for pavement maintenance and ADA improvements, and routine financial approvals. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included proclamations, reports, and an executive session on potential litigation.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including Resolution 1336 (amended flag display policy)
• Approved Resolution 1337 (2025-2029 Commute Trip Reduction Plan)
• Approved professional services contract for pavement maintenance and ADA improvements
• Approved vouchers and ACH payments totaling $821,229.09
• Approved payroll and direct deposits totaling $974,170.10
• Approved minutes of May 27, 2025

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission is meeting to approve the April 17, 2025 minutes and receive a staff presentation on climate and resilience, followed by commission discussion. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is open for public comment in person, via Zoom, or by phone.

• Approval of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff presentation and commission discussion on Climate & Resilience
• Next meeting scheduled for June 19, 2025

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission approved the minutes from its April 17, 2025 meeting unanimously. The commission also received a staff presentation on Climate & Resilience and discussed the topic, but took no formal action. New planning staff members were introduced, and the next meeting was scheduled for June 18, 2025.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Heard staff presentation on Climate & Resilience (no action taken)

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss implementing the city's Adopt-a-Park volunteer program, originally established under Resolution 1209 in 2021. Staff is seeking feedback on program changes and implementation to help maintain newly added parks without additional operations staff. The commission will also hold discussions on a park donation program and city parks code.

• Discussion on implementing the Adopt-a-Park volunteer program (Resolution 1209) for park maintenance and community work parties
• Discussion regarding the city's park donation program
• Discussion on the city's parks code
• Parks Division update presented by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a special meeting with a single discussion item: a check-in with Representative Emily Randall. No public comment will be accepted at this meeting, and no votes or formal decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion with Representative Emily Randall

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session and discussed three items but made no formal decisions. Council members expressed support for Option 1 of the Crescent Creek Park Master Plan and requested a new option that removes the Masonic Lodge. They also discussed the 2026-31 Transportation Improvement Program and a draft resolution amending the flag display policy, with support for replacing 'at the discretion of the mayor' with 'may be displayed'.

• Supported Option 1 for Crescent Creek Park Master Plan (informal)
• Requested new park option with Masonic Lodge removed (informal)
• Supported flag display policy change to 'may be displayed' (informal)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to review the Crescent Creek Park Master Plan and the 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Additionally, the council will discuss a draft resolution regarding the city's flag display policy. No public comment will be accepted during this session.

• Crescent Creek Park Master Plan Update
• 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Draft Resolution Amending the City's Flag Display Policy

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session and discussed three items but made no formal decisions. Council members expressed support for Option 1 of the Crescent Creek Park Master Plan and requested an additional option that removes the Masonic Lodge and replaces it with a new building. They also reviewed the 2026-31 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and discussed amending the flag display policy, with support for removing 'at the discretion of the mayor' and replacing it with 'may be displayed'. The flag policy amendment will be considered on a future consent agenda.

• Supported Option 1 for Crescent Creek Park Master Plan (informal)
• Requested new park option with Masonic Lodge removed and new building
• Supported flag display policy change to 'may be displayed' (informal)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to handle routine business and one main action item. Council will vote on authorizing a professional services contract with HWA GeoSciences, Inc. for a geotechnical assessment for Cushman Trail Phase 2, not to exceed $14,883. The consent agenda includes approval of vouchers totaling $1,394,735.31, a flag display policy amendment, utility extension agreements for a single-family residence, and two Arts Commission appointments.

• Professional services contract with HWA GeoSciences, Inc. for Cushman Trail Phase 2 geotech services, not to exceed $14,883
• Approval of vouchers: Check numbers 108509 through 108037 and ACH payments totaling $1,394,735.31
• Resolution 1334 amending the City's Flag Display Policy
• Resolution 1355 authorizing Canfield Single-Family Residence Sewer and Water Utility Extension Agreements
• Confirmation of Deborah Breneman and Suzanne Gillman to the Arts Commission (terms expiring March 31, 2028)

The Gig Harbor City Council approved the consent agenda, including Resolution 1334 amending the city's flag display policy, with an amendment removing the provision for displaying flags under 12 inches in length. The council also approved Resolution 1355 authorizing sewer and water utility extension agreements for the Canfield single-family residence, and confirmed appointments to the Arts Commission. A professional services contract for geotechnical services for Cushman Trail Phase 2 was unanimously approved.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1334 amending flag display policy, with amendment removing flags under 12 inches (6-1, Woock opposed)
• Approved Resolution 1355 authorizing Canfield Single-Family Residence sewer and water utility extension agreements
• Confirmed appointments of Deborah Breneman and Suzanne Gillman to Arts Commission (terms expiring March 31, 2028)
• Authorized mayor to execute geotech contract with HWA GeoSciences for Cushman Trail Phase 2, not to exceed $14,883 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss water and sewer utility extension agreements for the Canfield Single-Family Residence. The council will also hear an introduction of Arts Commission appointees and a report on the 2025 Legislative Session from state lobbyist Shelly Helder. Public comment will not be accepted at this study session.

• Introduction of Arts Commission Appointees Deborah Breneman and Suzanne Gillman
• 2025 Legislative Session Report by State Lobbyist Shelly Helder
• Canfield Single-Family Residence Water and Sewer Utility Extension Agreements presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm

The City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They heard presentations on Arts Commission appointees, a legislative session report, and a water/sewer utility extension for the Canfield single-family residence. Council expressed support for the extension, but no formal action was taken.

• Council expressed support for Canfield water/sewer utility extension (no formal vote)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 15, 2025, to approve previous meeting minutes from April 17, 2025, and hear a staff presentation and discussion on climate and resilience. Residents may attend in person at the Civic Center or via Zoom, and can submit written comments to [email protected].

• Climate & Resilience staff presentation and discussion

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including the second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1540 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units, and Ordinance 1543 concerning the city's false alarm code. The meeting agenda also covers the approval of vouchers totaling $1,849,844.77, April payroll of $625,678.43, and the first reading and adoption of Ordinance 1544 amending the personnel salary schedule.

• Approval of Vouchers totaling $1,849,844.77
• Approval of April Payroll totaling $625,678.43
• Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 1540 Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units
• Ordinance 1543 Relating to the City's False Alarm Code
• First Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 1544 Amending the City's Personnel Salary Schedule

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss the Crescent Creek Park Master Plan update, including three concept alternatives presented at an April 9 open house, and provide feedback. The commission will also review a draft parks code that consolidates park, special events, and docks regulations into a new Title 11. Additionally, they will debrief Parks Appreciation Day and receive a division update from Parks Manager Jennifer Haro.

• Crescent Creek Park Master Plan: three concept alternatives with proposed parking (e.g., 43 stalls in Concept 1), expanded play areas, restored Masonic Lodge as community center, and relocated multipurpose fields
• Draft Parks Code (Title 11): moves parks code from Title 9, special events from Title 5, docks from Title 8; adds rules on fishing from docks, parking at Cushman Trailheads, and administrative rule-making authority
• Special event permits: required for events with 30+ people, tents, amplified sound, stages, or road closures; applications due 60-365 days in advance (90 days for road closures)
• Park hours: parks closed dusk to dawn; Gig Harbor Sports Complex lit facilities open 7 AM to 10 PM
• Alcohol and smoking prohibited in parks, with exceptions for leased areas and vessels moored at Jerisich Dock

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three items: updates to the Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program, options for legislative exemptions to the 2025 Transportation Impact Fee (TIF), and the potential ownership of the Shore Acres Water System. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal decisions are expected at this session.

• FOG Program updates presented by Public Works Director Jeff Langhelm
• 2025 Transportation Impact Fee legislative exemption options presented by City Engineer Aaron Hulst
• Shore Acres Water System ownership consideration

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session and discussed three items but made no formal decisions. Council expressed support for taking ownership of the Shore Acres water system, and for a partial transportation impact fee exemption with tweaks, including ADUs paying 50%. Staff will report back on FOG program amendments at a later session.

• Supported taking ownership of Shore Acres water system (discussion only)
• Supported partial TIF exemption option 1 with tweaks, ADUs paying 50% (discussion only)
• FOG program amendments to be considered, report at later study session

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a 30-day extension of the lateral/exceptional certified hiring list and to discuss an assessment center. The agenda also includes approval of the March 6, 2025 minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• 30-day extension of lateral/exceptional certified hiring list
• Discussion of assessment center
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2025

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission approved a 30-day extension of the Lateral/Exceptional Certified Hiring List and approved a Sergeant's Promotional Assessment Center. Both items passed without recorded opposition. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved 30-day extension of Lateral/Exceptional Certified Hiring List
• Approved Sergeant's Promotional Assessment Center

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a first reading and public hearing on an ordinance relating to accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and a first reading on a multifamily tax exemption program. The council will also vote on naming the sports complex park after Doris Heritage, adopting a cybercrimes ordinance, and approving consent agenda items including a $3,392,210.62 voucher payment.

• Resolution 1332 naming Doris Heritage Park at the Gig Harbor Sports Complex
• First reading of Ordinance 1540 relating to accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
• Ordinance 1541 adopting RCW related to cybercrimes
• First reading of Ordinance 1542 establishing a multifamily tax exemption program
• Approval of vouchers totaling $3,392,210.62

The Gig Harbor City Council approved Resolution 1332 to name Doris Heritage Park at the Gig Harbor Sports Complex, with a 6-1 vote. They also unanimously approved Ordinance 1541 adopting RCW related to cybercrimes, and passed the consent agenda (6-1) including a contract amendment for the Decant Facility. First readings were held for ordinances on accessory dwelling units and a multifamily tax exemption program, but no final action was taken on those items.

• Approved Resolution 1332 naming Doris Heritage Park at the Gig Harbor Sports Complex (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 1541 adopting RCW related to cybercrimes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (6-1)
• Authorized mayor to execute Amendment #1 to Professional Services Contract with Gray and Osborne, Inc. for Decant Facility (6-1)

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will hold a formal review and vote on the Rosedale Preliminary Plat subdivision proposal by Gig Harbor Holding Co. LLC. The meeting will include staff reports, applicant presentation, public comment, and discussion before voting on the 38.63-acre site with 31 proposed single-family lots at 5200 Rosedale St.

• Rosedale Preliminary Plat (PL-PPLAT-22-0002) for 38.63-acre site at 5200 Rosedale St.
• Request for alternatives to GHMC chapters 17.99.180 and 17.99.240
• 31 proposed single-family lots with access from Rosedale Street

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss two road improvement projects: the 38th Avenue Phase Two, Half-width Improvements and the Peacock Hill Half Street Project. No public comment will be accepted at this session.

• 38th Avenue Phase Two, Half-width Improvements – City Boundary Adjustment Agreement
• Peacock Hill Half Street Project

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will elect a chair and vice chair and review its 2025 work plan during this regular meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• 2025 Work Plan staff presentation and commission discussion
• Approval of February 6, 2025 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for May 1, 2025

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is meeting to consider several items, including naming a park at the Sports Complex, annexing city-owned property near Crescent Creek Park, amending the personnel salary schedule, and adopting an updated Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as approving vouchers and payroll, and an interlocal agreement with the Port of Tacoma.

• Resolution 1332 naming Galloping Gertie Park at the Gig Harbor Sports Complex
• Ordinance 1537 annexing city-owned property adjacent to Crescent Creek Park
• Ordinance 1539 amending the city's personnel salary schedule
• Ordinance 1538 adopting an updated Comprehensive Plan (continued public hearing)
• Interlocal agreement with Port of Tacoma for Ancich Homeport Dock funding

The council approved a revised resolution naming the park at the Gig Harbor Sports Complex as Doris Brown Heritage Park, after a motion to name it Galloping Gertie Park failed. It also unanimously approved annexation of city-owned property near Crescent Creek Park and a personnel salary schedule amendment. The council adopted the updated Comprehensive Plan with amendments, including denying one amendment and adding a policy, in a 5-1 vote.

• Approved naming park Doris Brown Heritage Park (4-3, mayor tie-breaker)
• Denied naming park Galloping Gertie Park (3-3, mayor tie-breaker)
• Approved Ordinance 1537 annexing city-owned property near Crescent Creek Park (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1539 amending personnel salary schedule (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to deny Comprehensive Plan Amendment #PL-COMP-23-0001 (4-3, mayor tie-breaker)
• Approved amendment adding Policy E3C-2.6 to Economic Development Chapter (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1538 Comprehensive Plan as amended (5-1)

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is meeting to approve the March 12, 2025 minutes, welcome a new commissioner, and review the 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant application and matrix. Commissioner reports and public comment are also on the agenda. This is a regular business meeting with no major policy decisions listed.

• Welcome new Commissioner Kris Robinson
• Review of 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant application and matrix
• Approval of March 12, 2025 meeting minutes

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission met and approved the minutes from the March 12 meeting. They discussed potential changes to the 2026 Creative Endeavor Grant application and matrix, but no decisions were made on those changes. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive actions taken beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved March 12 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss and potentially recommend a new name for the Sports Complex Phase 1B, after the city council sent the naming decision back for reconsideration. The commission will also welcome new commissioners, plan Parks Appreciation Day, and receive updates on park projects and leases.

• Reconsideration of Sports Complex Phase 1B name, with suggested names including Doris Heritage, Hugh McMillan, and Terry Lee
• Welcome of new commissioners Larry Johns and Andrew Peabody
• Parks Appreciation Day planning for May 3
• Crescent Creek Park Master Plan open house on April 9
• Gig Harbor Little League new facility use agreement with $15,000 per season fee

Hearing Examiner Hearings

The Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a proposal to demolish the existing Fire Station 51 and build a new 22,000 sq ft facility at 6711 Kimball Dr. The meeting will include staff and applicant presentations, public comment, and a decision on the project.

• Demolition of existing Fire Station 51 and construction of new 22,000 sq ft facility at 6711 Kimball Dr.
• New facility to house up to 10 career fire/medical staff and one battalion fire chief
• Site improvements include new fuel island, stormwater retention systems, parking upgrades, and public space near Kimball Dr. entrance

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will hold a formal review of the Rosedale Preliminary Plat application, which proposes to divide a 38.63-acre site into approximately 31 single-family lots. The applicant is requesting review of alternatives to city code standards for zone transition buffering and natural site conditions. The board will also approve minutes from its February 27, 2025 meeting.

• Rosedale Preliminary Plat: 31 single-family lots on 38.63 acres at 5200 Rosedale St.
• Applicant: Gig Harbor Holding Co., LLC, Austin, TX
• Request for alternatives to GHMC 17.99.180 (Zone Transition Buffering) and 17.99.240 (Natural Site Conditions)
• Access from Rosedale Street; most lots and roadways on northern portion of site
• Public comment accepted during formal review

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 1538, which adopts an updated Comprehensive Plan. The council will also consider a salary schedule amendment, a license plate reader camera contract, and several consent agenda items including a collective bargaining agreement and facility use agreement.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1538 adopting an updated Comprehensive Plan
• First reading and adoption of Ordinance 1536 amending the City's Personnel Salary Schedule
• Master Services Agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for automated license plate reader cameras, plus grant agreement with Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority
• Approval of vouchers: checks 108106-108184 and ACH payments totaling $1,667,045.73
• Approval of collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 313 for supervisory employees

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss three Public Works items: an update on the 2025 Transportation Impact Fee, a progress report on Well #9, and a rehabilitation update for Sewer Lift Station #1. No public comment will be accepted, and no formal decisions are expected at this session.

• 2025 Transportation Impact Fee (TIF) update
• Well #9 project update
• Sewer Lift Station #1 rehabilitation update

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Gig Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee meets to discuss the 2025-26 financial outlook for lodging-tax revenue and grants, and to review the proposed Cultural Access Program. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• 2025-26 beginning fund balance: $917,025.73
• 2025-26 revenue estimate: $1,083,373.00
• 2025-26 Sports Complex Phase 1B grant: $500,000.00 awarded
• 2025-26 Chamber grant: $960,000.00 awarded
• 2025 grants total: $253,875.00 awarded

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to introduce new commission appointees, review naming for Phase 1B of the sports complex, discuss updates to accessory dwelling unit regulations, and consider changes to the Multi-Family Housing Tax Exemption program. Additional topics include the use of automated license plate readers and a progress update on Well #9.

• Introduction of four new commission appointees
• Naming discussion for Sports Complex Phase 1B
• Proposed code changes for accessory dwelling units
• Review of Multi-Family Housing Tax Exemption (MFTE) Program
• Update on Well #9 project

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session and expressed support for several items to move forward to regular meetings, including automated license plate reader cameras, a multi-family housing tax exemption program, and naming the Sports Complex Phase 1B 'Gertie Park'. The council also supported accessory dwelling unit code changes but directed staff to remove the short-term rental restriction. The Well #9 project update was postponed to the March 20 study session. No formal votes were taken.

• Supported ALPR camera proposal for regular meeting consideration
• Supported MFTE program for regular meeting consideration
• Supported naming Sports Complex Phase 1B 'Gertie Park'
• Supported ADU code changes with direction to remove STR restriction
• Postponed Well #9 project update to March 20 study session

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission will meet to review and recommend funding for 2025 Creative Endeavor Grant applications. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Review and recommend funding for 2025 Creative Endeavor Grant applications

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider authorizing the mayor to execute a lease agreement with the YMCA for Phase 1A of the Gig Harbor Sports Complex, and a donation agreement with the Gig Harbor Commercial Fishermen's Civic Club for the Homeport Project. They will also discuss directing staff to prepare an ordinance establishing a cultural access program. The agenda includes routine consent items and staff reports.

• Lease amendment with YMCA for Sports Complex Phase 1A
• Donation agreement with Gig Harbor Commercial Fishermen's Civic Club for Homeport Project
• Discussion on cultural access program ordinance
• Vouchers totaling $875,301.55 and payroll of $626,090.27
• Stormwater Management Program report

The City Council unanimously approved a motion to direct staff to prepare an ordinance establishing a cultural access program funded by a 0.1% sales tax, to be placed before voters in November 2025. The council also authorized the mayor to execute a lease amendment with the YMCA for Phase 1A of the Gig Harbor Sports Complex (5-0, with one abstention) and a donation agreement with the Gig Harbor Commercial Fishermen's Civic Club for the Homeport Project. The consent agenda, including minutes, vouchers, and payroll, was approved unanimously.

• Approved motion to direct staff to draft cultural access program ordinance with 0.1% sales tax for November 2025 ballot (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute YMCA lease amendment for Sports Complex Phase 1A (5-0, Henderson abstained)
• Authorized mayor to execute donation agreement with Gig Harbor Commercial Fishermen's Civic Club for Homeport Project (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers ($875,301.55), and payroll ($626,090.27) (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from February 6, 2024, and to certify a lateral/exceptional hiring list. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2024
• Certification of lateral/exceptional hiring list

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission met on March 6, 2025, and approved the minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting. The commission also approved and passed the certification of the Lateral/Exceptional Hiring List. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of February 6, 2025 meeting
• Approved certification of Lateral/Exceptional Hiring List

Parks Commission

The Gig Harbor Parks Commission will discuss and recommend a name for the Sports Complex Phase 1B park, which is slated to open in April or May. They will also consider stage rental policies and rates for the performance shelter, review parks code, and plan Parks Appreciation Day. The commission's naming recommendation will go to the city council for final decision.

• Sports Complex Phase 1B naming recommendation (top suggestions: Doris Brown Heritage, Terry Lee, Harbor Hill, Swift Water, Artena)
• Sports Complex performance shelter stage rental rate structure discussion
• Parks code discussion
• Parks Appreciation Day planning (May 3 suggested in prior meeting)
• Ancich Boat Storage fee changes (12-month rental) adopted in prior meeting

City Council

This is a City Council retreat, not a regular business meeting, so no formal votes or public comment will occur. The council will discuss the city's strategic plan, traffic calming cameras, council rules, term limits, council districts, the planning work program, a cultural access program, and shoreline regulations.

• City Strategic Plan discussion led by City Administrator Katrina Knutson
• Traffic Calming Cameras discussion led by Police Chief Kelly Busey
• Council Rules & Guidelines, including public comment residency standards and remote meeting options
• Term Limits and Council Districts discussions
• Shoreline Master Program: Marina/Yachts and Setbacks

The Gig Harbor City Council held a retreat and made several decisions. It decided not to pursue traffic calming/speed cameras, instead relying on existing roaming speed reminder signs and directing Public Works to include traffic calming measures in the upcoming standards update. The council also supported holding two remote council meetings per year and allowing public comment at study sessions, but did not support requiring public commenters to provide their address. It directed staff to schedule a public hearing on a proposed 0.1% sales tax increase for cultural activities. Other items, such as term limits and council districts, were discussed with requests for more information.

• Decided not to pursue traffic calming/speed cameras (unanimous)
• Directed Public Works to include traffic calming measures in standards update
• Supported holding two remote council meetings per year
• Supported allowing public comment at study sessions
• Rejected requiring public commenters to provide address
• Directed staff to schedule public hearing on 0.1% sales tax for cultural activities

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will continue its formal review of the proposal to demolish and rebuild Fire Station 51 at 6711 Kimball Dr. The new two-story, 22,000-square-foot facility would house up to 10 staff and a battalion chief, with site improvements including a new fuel island, stormwater systems, and parking. The applicant requests two design exceptions and proposes design alternatives under the Gig Harbor Municipal Code. The board will also approve minutes from the January 23rd meeting.

• Demolition and construction of new 22,000 sq ft Fire Station 51 at 6711 Kimball Dr.
• Two design exceptions requested under GHMC 17.98.060 for requirements in 17.99.300 and 17.99.330
• Design alternatives proposed for GHMC 17.99.180 and 17.99.380.B.2
• Site improvements include new fuel island, stormwater retention, and parking
• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2025 meeting

The Design Review Board approved the proposal for a new Fire Station 51 at 6711 Kimball Dr., with design recommendations. The board recommended simplifying the design, including using burnt cedar siding on the south elevation, adjusting fire house numbers, and simplifying rooflines. The motion to approve with these recommendations carried unanimously.

• Approved Fire Station 51 project with design recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 23, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss design options for Peacock Hill, a facility use agreement with Gig Harbor Little League, and updates to the Comprehensive Plan. This is a discussion-only session with no formal decisions or public comment.

• Peacock Hill Design Options presentation by Associate Engineer Chloe Wiser
• Gig Harbor Little League Facility Use Agreement review by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• Comprehensive Plan Update discussion led by Community Development Director Eric Baker

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will meet on February 24, 2025, to approve routine minutes, vouchers totaling $2,140,369.29, and three equipment purchase authorizations. The council will also vote on a professional services contract for the design and permitting of a dedicated turn lane on Wollochet/SR16 Westbound, capped at $351,997.00.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,140,369.29
• Purchase authorization for dump body plow and equipment
• Purchase authorization for sweeper
• Purchase authorization for dump truck chassis
• Professional services contract with Transportation Solutions, Inc. for Wollochet/SR16 Westbound turn lane, not to exceed $351,997.00

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to review two discussion items: proposed fee changes for the Ancich Boat Storage Building and the transportation and capital facilities elements of the draft Comprehensive Plan. This is a study session, so no formal decisions will be made.

• Ancich Boat Storage Building Fees review by Parks Manager Jennifer Haro
• Transportation and Capital Facilities Elements of the Draft Comprehensive Plan review by Community Development Director Eric Baker

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They expressed support for proposed changes to boat storage fees and term limits at the Ancich Boat Storage Building, which will be considered at the February 24 meeting. They also reviewed draft transportation and capital facilities elements of the Comprehensive Plan, with further review scheduled for February 27.

• Supported proposed changes to Ancich Boat Storage fees and term limits (no formal vote)
• Continued review of Transportation and Capital Facilities Elements of the Comprehensive Plan

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will consider two main business items: first reading and adoption of Ordinance 1535, which adopts procedures related to SB 5290, and Resolution 1330, which adopts a relocation assistance policy. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, vouchers totaling $1,949,532.41, payroll of $592,104.99, and a sewer utility extension agreement with DMA Ventures, LLC. A proclamation for Black History Month will be presented to the Gig Harbor High School Black Student Union.

• Ordinance 1535: First reading and adoption of procedures related to SB 5290
• Resolution 1330: Adoption of a relocation assistance policy
• Approval of vouchers: $1,949,532.41 (checks 107805-107926 and ACH transfers)
• Approval of payroll: $592,104.99 (checks 8540-8542 and direct deposits)
• Resolution 1329: Adopting DMA Ventures, LLC sewer utility extension agreement

The Gig Harbor City Council approved Ordinance 1535, adopting procedures related to SB 5290, with a 6-1 vote (Councilmember Woock opposed). The council also unanimously approved Resolution 1330, adopting a relocation assistance policy, and the consent agenda, which included vouchers, payroll, and a sewer utility extension agreement. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 1535 adopting SB 5290 procedures (6-1, Woock opposed)
• Approved Resolution 1330 adopting relocation assistance policy (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1329 adopting OMA Ventures sewer utility extension agreement (part of consent agenda)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to formally review proposed code revisions for Accessory Dwelling Units, required to comply with state House Bill 1337. The meeting will also include roll call, approval of minutes, and election of a chair and vice chair for the next meeting.

• Accessory Dwelling Unit Code Revisions – compliance with House Bill 1337
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Civil Service Commission

The Gig Harbor Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes, appoint a chair and vice chair, and receive updates on recruiting and accreditation. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2024
• Appointment of commission chair and vice chair
• Recruiting update
• Accreditation update

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will discuss and recommend rules, signage, and fees for the upcoming Phase 1B of the Sports Complex, which is expected to open in April. They will consider restrictions on food, glass, and dogs, as well as court etiquette and pickleball usage. The commission will also recommend a stage rental rate.

• No food or drink on playground turf
• No glass on pickleball courts
• No dogs on pickleball courts
• Recommendation on stage rentals and hourly rate
• Recommendation on pickleball court usage and etiquette

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to review several public works and infrastructure items, including a sewer utility extension agreement, proposed crosswalk markings on 38th Avenue, and an introduction to the 2025 Transportation Impact Fee Rate Study. The meeting will also cover a draft ordinance addressing state legislation and a park naming proposal for the Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1B.

• Consideration of high-visibility thermoplastic crosswalk markings on 38th Avenue Phase Two
• Sewer Utility Extension Agreement for DMA Short Plat
• Introduction to the 2025 Transportation Impact Fee (TIF) Rate Study
• Draft Ordinance to Address SB 5290
• Park Naming for Gig Harbor Sports Complex Phase 1B

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They expressed support for a variance to improve crosswalk visibility on 38th Avenue and for a draft ordinance addressing SB 5290, which will be considered at the February 10 meeting. A sewer extension agreement and transportation impact fee study were discussed for future action.

• Supported variance for high visibility crosswalk on 38th Avenue Phase Two
• Supported draft ordinance for SB 5290, to be considered Feb 10
• Discussed sewer extension agreement for DMA Short Plat, future consideration
• Reviewed 2025 Transportation Impact Fee Rate Study, more details to come

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission will hear a presentation from the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation on historic register incentives and the Preservation PLACES Conference, then elect a chair and vice chair. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 29, 2024, and public comment.

• Presentation by Michelle Thompson and Jeronimo Roldan (DAHP) on historic register incentives and Preservation PLACES Conference
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from October 29, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for April 29, 2025

The Gig Harbor Historic Preservation Commission held a routine meeting with no substantive land-use or policy decisions. Members unanimously approved the October 2024 minutes with a correction, and re-elected Jon Ashlock as Chair and Guy Hoppen as Vice Chair. The bulk of the meeting was an informational presentation from state officials on historic preservation financial incentives, including federal tax credits, special tax valuation, and grants.

• Approved October 29, 2024 minutes with correction to add Lita Dawn Stanton as potential speaker (all in favor)
• Re-elected Guy Hoppen as Vice Chair (all in favor)
• Re-elected Jon Ashlock as Chair (all in favor)
• Approved adjournment at 6:40 pm (all in favor)

Salary Commission

The Gig Harbor Salary Commission will meet to review proposed salaries for the mayor and city councilmembers. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.

The Salary Commission unanimously approved increases to the mayor's monthly salary from $2,220 to $2,300 and councilmembers' from $775 to $800. The commission also elected Larry Bradbury as chair and approved the prior meeting's minutes.

• Elected Larry Bradbury as Chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Increased mayor's salary to $2,300/month (unanimous)
• Increased councilmember salaries to $800/month (unanimous)

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will interview and appoint a new councilmember to fill the vacant Position 3, with three applicants making introductory statements. The council will also elect a mayor pro tempore, designate the official newspaper via Resolution 1328, and consider adopting an amended 2018 Wastewater Comprehensive Plan via Resolution 1327. Consent agenda items include approval of vouchers totaling $2,208,211.93, a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 117, and a vactor truck purchase.

• Appointment to fill vacant City Council Position 3 (applicants: Stephen McDuffie, Emily Stone, Julie Martin)
• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
• Resolution 1328 designating the official newspaper
• Resolution 1327 adopting amended 2018 Wastewater Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of vouchers and ACH transfers totaling $2,208,211.93

The council appointed Emily Stone to fill the vacant Position 3 seat after two rounds of voting, with Stone receiving four votes in the second round. The council also unanimously approved the consent agenda, elected Councilmember Rodenberg as Mayor Pro Tempore, and approved resolutions designating the official newspaper and adopting the amended 2018 Wastewater Comprehensive Plan.

• Appointed Emily Stone to vacant City Council Position 3 (4 votes, second round)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers totaling $2,208,211.93 (unanimous)
• Elected Councilmember Rodenberg as Mayor Pro Tempore (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1328 designating official newspaper (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1327 adopting amended 2018 Wastewater Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Gig Harbor Design Review Board will decide on a new 22,000 sq ft Fire Station 51 at 6711 Kimball Dr, including design exceptions and public space improvements. The board will also elect a new chair and vice chair.

• Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One Station 51 demolition and new 22,000 sq ft facility at 6711 Kimball Dr
• Two design exceptions requested under GHMC 17.98.060 for GHMC 17.99.300 and 17.99.330
• Design alternatives proposed for GHMC 17.99.180 and 17.99.380.B.2
• DRB elections for chair and vice chair
• Public comment allowed during formal review of Station 51 application

The Design Review Board reviewed the proposal for the new Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One Station 51 at 6711 Kimball Dr, including two design exceptions and two design alternatives. The board approved the residential setbacks and parking lot driveway standards as meeting the intent of the design, but continued the overall review to allow the applicant to simplify the architecture and meet zone transition standards. The board also re-elected Darrin Filand as Chair and Jon Ashlock as Vice Chair.

• Approved residential setbacks and parking lot driveway standards as meeting design intent (unanimous)
• Continued Fire Station 51 design review for architectural updates (unanimous)
• Re-elected Darrin Filand as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jon Ashlock as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 22, 2024 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission will meet to elect a chair and vice chair, and to review proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) code revisions required by House Bill 1337. The commission will discuss the staff presentation and provide input; no final decision is scheduled at this meeting.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Accessory Dwelling Unit Code Revisions (House Bill 1337 compliance)
• Approval of November 21, 2024 minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Gig Harbor Planning Commission met on January 16, 2025, and unanimously approved the minutes from November 21, 2024. The commission discussed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) code revisions and scheduled a public hearing for February 6, 2025, to make a recommendation. The election of Chair and Vice Chair was postponed to the February 20, 2025 meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Postponed election of Chair and Vice Chair to February 20, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing for ADU code revisions on February 6, 2025

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a study session to discuss filling a vacancy on the council, assign committee roles, and review updates to the 2018 Wastewater Comprehensive Plan and the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. No public comment will be accepted at this session.

• Direction to fill a vacancy on the City Council
• Council committee assignments
• Amending the 2018 Wastewater Comprehensive Plan
• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, consent agenda approvals, and reports. Key actions include approving vouchers and payroll totaling over $3.7 million, and a resolution for 2025 lodging tax expenditures. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of vouchers: $3,160,547.14
• Approval of payroll: $601,982.41
• Resolution 1326: 2025 Lodging Tax Expenditures
• Oath of office for Police Officer Joshua Holbrook
• Promotion of Lieutenant Tray Federici

The Gig Harbor City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, vouchers totaling $3,160,547.14, payroll of $601,982.41, and Resolution 1326 for 2025 lodging tax expenditures. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent agenda; the meeting also included an oath of office, a promotion, and reports. Councilmember Lykins announced her resignation effective January 15.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously
• Approved vouchers totaling $3,160,547.14
• Approved payroll of $601,982.41
• Approved Resolution 1326 for 2025 lodging tax expenditures

City Council

The Gig Harbor City Council is holding a study session to discuss the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update, presented by Interim Community Development Director Jeff Wilson. No public comment will be accepted at this session, and no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update

The Gig Harbor City Council held a study session to review the 2024 Comprehensive Plan periodic update. Staff and consultants presented the adoption process and discussed suggested changes from council. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

• No formal decisions made during study session

Arts Commission

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair, discuss the 2025 Creative Endeavor Grant program, and receive work assignment updates. The agenda includes approval of minutes from November 13, 2024, and public comment. The meeting is primarily administrative and procedural.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of 2025 Creative Endeavor Grant (applications due March 3, 2025)
• Work assignment updates
• Public comment period

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission unanimously approved the minutes from November 13, reappointed Sonja Johnson as Chair and appointed Carolyn Vranjes as Vice Chair, and approved a Call for Artists for the 2025 Harbor Arbor Art program. The commission also discussed the 2025 Creative Endeavor Grant and received work group updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 13 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed Sonja Johnson as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Carolyn Vranjes as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Call for Artists for 2025 Harbor Arbor Art program (unanimous)