Poulsbo, WA
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PoulsboWA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $664,609 +0.7% yr/yr · +9.5% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (1)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council - Special Meeting
- Crowe — Councilmember
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025161 housing units ($51.2M)
🗳️ Election results (12 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2025-11-04
Ed Stern ✓ 2,643 · Dan Weedin 1,737 · WRITE-IN 12
City Council Position 7 2025-11-04
Gary McVey ✓ 3,202 · WRITE-IN 95
City Council Position 6 2025-11-04
Doug Taber ✓ 3,240 · WRITE-IN 82
City Council Position 5 2025-11-04
Michael Fitzpatrick ✓ 2,360 · Kevin Sheen 1,703 · WRITE-IN 50
City Council Position 4 2023-11-07
Doug Newell ✓ 1,702 · Reba Harris 1,637 · WRITE-IN 11
City Council Position 3 2023-11-07
Britt Livdahl ✓ 2,410 · WRITE-IN 78
City Council Position 2 2023-11-07
Pam Crowe ✓ 2,488 · WRITE-IN 56
City Council Position 1 2023-11-07
Rick Eckert ✓ 1,707 · Zach Ellis 1,620 · WRITE-IN 9
Mayor 2021-11-02
Becky Erickson ✓ 2,392 · WRITE-IN 159
City Council Position 7 2021-11-02
Gary McVey ✓ 2,268 · WRITE-IN 55
City Council Position 6 2021-11-02
David Musgrove ✓ 1,625 · WRITE-IN 893
City Council Position 5 2021-11-02
Ed Stern ✓ 2,304 · WRITE-IN 72
Recent meetings
Fri Oct 2, 2026
City Council
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
Wed Sep 16, 2026
City Council
Council to confirm Public Works director, discuss streateries and cemetery rules
The Poulsbo City Council is meeting to handle routine consent items, confirm the appointment of a Public Works Director, and hold a workshop on several topics including historic preservation, streateries, and a cemetery ordinance update. The agenda is largely procedural, with most substantive discussion occurring in the workshop portion.
- 8th Avenue Realignment Project consultant contract
- Budget adjustment BA #26-308 for courtroom door replacement
- Confirmation of Public Works Director appointment
- Historic Preservation - Certified Local Government discussion
- Streateries discussion and Cemetery Ordinance update
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1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Taber)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. MAYOR'S REPORT AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Proclamation to Declare October 2026 - National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Stern)
b. Proclamation to Declare September 2026 - Recovery Month (Stern)
6. BOARD, COMMISSION, & OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS
7. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT HEAD COMMENTS
8. CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed within the Consent Agenda have been distributed to each member of the City Council for reading and study, are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion of the Council with no separate discussion. If separate discussion is desired, that item may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the regular agenda by Councilmember or citizen request.
a. 8th Avenue Realignment Project Consultant Contract (Ranes)
b. Excuse Councilmember Absence (Fernandez)
c. BA #26-308 - Courtroom Door Replac …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026
Tree Board
Poulsbo Tree Board to review 2026 goals, plan fall planting and education
The Poulsbo Tree Board will meet to review its 2026 goals, approve minutes from the July 13 meeting, and discuss several agenda items including an overview from Planning and Economic Development, fall tree planting, fall educational programming, and salmon tours. The meeting will be held both in person and via Zoom.
- Review of 2026 goals: community visibility, council connection, urban forestry education, tree expansion advocacy, grant opportunities
- Approval of minutes from 7-13-26 meeting
- Planning and Economic Development overview
- Fall tree planting discussion
- Fall educational programming and salmon tours
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IT IS REQUESTED THAT ATTENDEES LIMIT THE USE OF SCENTED PRODUCTS (PERFUME, COLOGNE, HAIR SPRAY, AFTER SHAVE, LOTION, FABRIC SOFTENER, ETC.).
FRAGRANCES CAN BE TOXIC SUBSTANCES TO SOME PEOPLE, CAUSING RESPIRATORY OR NEUROLOGICAL DISABLING ALLERGIC REACTIONS. THIS REQUIREMENT IS
CONSISTENT WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT FOR A BARRIER-FREE ENVIRONMENT.
TO REQUEST AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OF THE PRINTED AGENDA, CONTACT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE AT 360.394.9880.
PARA SOLICITAR UN FORMATO ALTERNATIVO DE LA AGENDA IMPRESA, COMUNÍQUESE CON LA OFICINA DEL CITY CLERK AL 360.394.9880.
City of Poulsbo Tree Board Meeting
This meeting will be held remotely via Zoom AND in person
City Hall – 3rd Floor Conference Room
Phone: 253-215-8782/ Meeting ID 859 4758 7555 Passcode: 635632
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85947587555?pwd=eTR1MXFvdCtRTXNJUWNMNG9CSStpdz09
Subject
Meeting Agenda
Date
9/14/26
Recorder
Rachel Cornette
Start Time
5:30 PM
Committee Chair
Jeff Philip
End Time
7:00 PM
Committee Members
Maxwell Gordinier, Scott Hayman, John Martin, Amy Nolet, Jeff Philip, Glenn Sipe,
Tommy Van Cleave, Cheri Van Hoover
Staff Present
Rachel Cornette, Parks and Recreation, Nikole Coleman, Planning and Economic
Development
Agenda
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and
opportunities to improve their quality of life, allow …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026
City Council
Council to confirm Public Works Director, discuss streateries and cemetery rules
The Poulsbo City Council is meeting to handle routine consent items, confirm the appointment of a Public Works Director, and hold a workshop on several topics including historic preservation, streateries (outdoor dining), and a cemetery ordinance update. The agenda also includes proclamations for Disability Employment Awareness Month and Recovery Month, and an executive session.
- 8th Avenue Realignment Project Consultant Contract
- BA #26-308 - Courtroom Door Replacement
- Confirmation of Public Works Director Appointment
- Historic Preservation - Certified Local Government discussion
- Streateries Discussion and Cemetery Ordinance Update
public-workshistoric-preservationstreateriescemeteryproclamationsconsent-agenda
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
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1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Taber)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. MAYOR'S REPORT AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Proclamation to Declare October 2026 - National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Stern)
b. Proclamation to Declare September 2026 - Recovery Month (Stern)
6. BOARD, COMMISSION, & OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS
7. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT HEAD COMMENTS
8. CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed within the Consent Agenda have been distributed to each member of the City Council for reading and study, are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion of the Council with no separate discussion. If separate discussion is desired, that item may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the regular agenda by Councilmember or citizen request.
a. 8th Avenue Realignment Project Consultant Contract (Ranes)
b. Excuse Councilmember Absence (Fernandez)
c. BA #26-308 - Courtroom Door Replac …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
Tree Board - CANCELLED
June 8 Tree Board meeting cancelled
The Poulsbo Tree Board meeting scheduled for Monday, June 8 at 5:30 p.m. has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 13, 2026.
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200 Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 394.9880 ♦ fax (360) 779-5112
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Office of the City Clerk
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF TREE BOARD MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Poulsbo Tree Board meeting scheduled for Monday,
June 8 at 5:30 p.m., has been cancelled due to lack of quorum. The next regularly
scheduled meeting is July 13, 2026.
Rachel Cornette
Rachel Cornette, Parks Coordinator
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
Tree Board - CANCELLED
April 13 Tree Board meeting cancelled
The Poulsbo Tree Board meeting scheduled for Monday, April 13 at 5:30 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for May 11, 2026.
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200 Moe Street Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 394.9880 fax (360) 779-5112
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Office of the City Clerk
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF TREE BOARD MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Poulsbo Tree Board meeting scheduled for Monday,
April 13 at 5:30 p.m., has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May
11, 2026.
Rachel Cornette
Rachel Cornette, Parks Coordinator
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
Tree Board - Special Meeting Notice
Poulsbo Tree Board announces special meeting field trip
The Poulsbo Tree Board will hold a special meeting on August 10, 2026. The meeting consists of a field trip and will carry out no official business.
- Field trip meeting at 1135 NW Reliance Street
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200 Moe Street Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 779.9898 fax (360) 779-5917
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Parks and Recreation Department
NOTICE OF SPECIAL TREE BOARD MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Poulsbo Tree Board will hold a Special Meeting on
Monday, August 10, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be conducted via a field trip.
There will be no business carried out and no hybrid option for attendance. The public is
welcome to attend with the following details:
In Person: 1135 NW Reliance Street, Poulsbo, WA
Jeff Ozimek
Jeff Ozimek, Parks & Recreation Director
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
Tree Board
Poulsbo Tree Board to discuss 2026 plantings and community outreach
The Tree Board will review its 2026 goals, including community visibility and urban forestry education. The meeting includes discussions on upcoming tree plantings, summer outreach, and fall educational programming.
- Review of 2026 goals regarding community visibility and grant opportunities
- Discussion of 2026 tree plantings
- Planning for summer outreach and fall educational programming
- Discussion regarding HOA support for street trees
- Approval of meeting minutes from January through March 2026
forestrycommunity-outreachurban-canopyparks-and-recreationpoulsbo
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IT IS REQUESTED THAT ATTENDEES LIMIT THE USE OF SCENTED PRODUCTS (PERFUME, COLOGNE, HAIR SPRAY, AFTER SHAVE, LOTION, FABRIC SOFTENER, ETC.).
FRAGRANCES CAN BE TOXIC SUBSTANCES TO SOME PEOPLE, CAUSING RESPIRATORY OR NEUROLOGICAL DISABLING ALLERGIC REACTIONS. THIS REQUIREMENT IS
CONSISTENT WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT FOR A BARRIER-FREE ENVIRONMENT.
TO REQUEST AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OF THE PRINTED AGENDA, CONTACT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE AT 360.394.9880.
PARA SOLICITAR UN FORMATO ALTERNATIVO DE LA AGENDA IMPRESA, COMUNÍQUESE CON LA OFICINA DEL CITY CLERK AL 360.394.9880.
City of Poulsbo Tree Board Meeting
This meeting will be held remotely via Zoom AND in person
City Hall – 3rd Floor Conference Room
Phone: 253-215-8782/ Meeting ID 859 4758 7555 Passcode: 635632
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85947587555?pwd=eTR1MXFvdCtRTXNJUWNMNG9CSStpdz09
Subject
Meeting Agenda
Date
07/13/26
Recorder
Rachel Cornette
Start Time
5:30 PM
Committee Chair
Jeff Philip
End Time
7:00 PM
Committee Members
Maxwell Gordinier, Scott Hayman, John Martin, Jeff Philip, Glenn Sipe, Tommy Van
Cleave, Cheri Van Hoover
Staff Present
Rachel Cornette, Parks and Recreation
Agenda
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and
opportunities to improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, t …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
Tree Board - CANCELLED
May 11 Tree Board meeting cancelled
The Poulsbo Tree Board meeting scheduled for Monday, May 11 at 5:30 p.m. has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2026.
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200 Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 394.9880 ♦ fax (360) 779-5112
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Office of the City Clerk
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF TREE BOARD MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Poulsbo Tree Board meeting scheduled for Monday,
May 11 at 5:30 p.m., has been cancelled due to lack of quorum. The next regularly
scheduled meeting is June 8, 2026.
Rachel Cornette
Rachel Cornette, Parks Coordinator
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
City Council
Council to review 8th Avenue realignment contract, solid waste, CIP, utility rates
The Poulsbo City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss several items, including a consultant contract for the 8th Avenue Realignment Project, an update on solid waste services, presentations on the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP), and a utility rate update. No formal action is scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and questions.
- 8th Avenue Realignment Project consultant contract
- Solid waste update
- Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) presentations
- Utility rate update
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POULSBO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 ~ 5:00 PM
A G E N D A
The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, accessible virtually via Zoom Webinars and by in-person attendance at Poulsbo City Hall Council Chambers at 200 NE Moe Street, Poulsbo, WA.
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
The meeting will be streamed at www.cityofpoulsbo.com and broadcasted on BKAT.
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to inclusively view its discussions and actions.
1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Newell)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. WORKSHOP AGENDA
a. 8th Avenue Realignment Project Consultant Contract (Ranes)
b. Solid Waste Upda …
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Fri Sep 4, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss utility rates and the 8th Avenue Realignment Project
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several municipal topics. Discussions include the 8th Avenue Realignment Project consultant contract, solid waste updates, and utility rate updates.
- 8th Avenue Realignment Project Consultant Contract workshop
- Solid Waste Update
- Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) presentations
- Utility Rate Update
utilitiesinfrastructurepublic worksroadswaste
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
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POULSBO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 ~ 5:00 PM
A G E N D A
The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, accessible virtually via Zoom Webinars and by in-person attendance at Poulsbo City Hall Council Chambers at 200 NE Moe Street, Poulsbo, WA.
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
The meeting will be streamed at www.cityofpoulsbo.com and broadcasted on BKAT.
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to inclusively view its discussions and actions.
1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Newell)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. WORKSHOP AGENDA
a. 8th Avenue Realignment Project Consultant Contract (Ranes)
b. Solid Waste Upda …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
LTAC - Applicant Guidelines Meeting
Poulsbo committee sets 2026 lodging tax guidelines and next meeting date
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) will meet on June 17, 2026, to discuss the history and legal framework of the lodging tax, orient new members, and set award weighting guidelines. The meeting will also determine a presentation model and confirm the next in-person meeting date as September 23, 2026.
- Review of RCW guidelines for lodging tax use
- Orientation of new members covering challenges, successes, and opportunities
- Discussion on award weighting guidelines for tourism grants
- Determination of presentation model for applicant guidelines
- Confirmation of next LTAC meeting date: September 23, 2026
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The committee may add and discuss other items not listed on the agenda.
IT IS REQUESTED THAT ATTENDEES LIMIT THE USE OF SCENTED PRODUCTS (PERFUME, COLOGNE, HAIR SPRAY, AFTER SHAVE, LOTION, FABRIC SOFTENER, ETC.).
FRAGRANCES CAN BE TOXIC SUBSTANCES TO SOME PEOPLE, CAUSING RESPIRATORY OR NEUROLOGICAL DISABLING ALLERGIC REACTIONS. THIS REQUIREMENT IS
CONSISTENT WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT FOR A BARRIER-FREE ENVIRONMENT.
TO REQUEST AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OF THE PRINTED AGENDA, CONTACT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE AT 360.394.9880.
PARA SOLICITAR UN FORMATO ALTERNATIVO DE LA AGENDA IMPRESA, COMUNÍQUESE CON LA OFICINA DEL CITY CLERK AL 360.394.9880.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
Hybrid Meeting
In Person: City of Poulsbo – 3rd Floor Conference Room
Online: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/285375085974035?p=cCiKLtfCeMU4KZ4PR0
Meeting ID: 285 375 085 974 035 Passcode: jE7w2ky2
Subject
Meeting Agenda
Date
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Recorder
Emily Hasche, Special Events Coordinator
Time
8:30am – 10:30am
Committee
Chair
Michael Fitzpatrick, City of Poulsbo Council Member
Committee
Members
Ashley Walchok Payne, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Poulsbo General Manager
Melissa Smith, 360 Vacation Rentals Owner
Kathi Foresee, Viking Fest President
Greg Enright, Cultural Arts Foundation NW President
City Staff
Present
Jeff Ozimek, Director of Parks and Recreation
Debbie Booher, Assistant City Administrator
Larissa Campbell, Senior Accountant
Pouls …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
City Council
Council to consider grants, irrigation code changes, and Suquamish flag display
The Poulsbo City Council is meeting to handle routine consent items, including grant acceptance, an irrigation code ordinance, and right-of-way acquisition, plus a business agenda with a Suquamish flag display request and a professional services agreement. The workshop will cover special events, code compliance staffing, and council goals.
- BA #26-307: 2026 WTSC Grant Radar Equipment
- BA #26-306: 2026 WA AGO SAKI Refrigeration Unit Grant
- Ordinance No. 2026-11: PMC 13.12 Irrigation Code Changes
- Noll Road Improvements Middle Segment Right Of Way Acquisition
- BA #26-309: Professional Services Agreement with Kat's Cottage, LLC
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1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Livdahl)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. MAYOR'S REPORT AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Proclamation to Declare September 15th to October 15th, 2026 - Hispanic Heritage Month (Stern)
6. BOARD, COMMISSION, & OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS
7. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT HEAD COMMENTS
8. CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed within the Consent Agenda have been distributed to each member of the City Council for reading and study, are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion of the Council with no separate discussion. If separate discussion is desired, that item may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the regular agenda by Councilmember or citizen request.
a. BA #26-307 - 2026 WTSC Grant Radar Equipment (Harding)
b. BA #26-306 - 2026 WA AGO SAKI Refrigeration Unit Grant (Harding)
c. Ordinance No. 2026-11 - PMC 13.12 Irrigation Code Changes (Roberts)
d. N …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
Blue Ribbon Commission
Commission reviews affordable homeownership strategies and land-use options
The Blue Ribbon Commission on Public/Private Partnership Solutions for Affordable Homeownership meets to review draft employer/employee surveys, discuss legislation recommendations, hear a housing orientation for legislators, and explore an Urban Growth Area (UGA) swap process. The meeting also includes an overview of Poulsbo’s Buildable Lands and Land Capacity Analysis, which estimates remaining housing capacity at 1,962 units based on a 2021 report.
- Review draft employer/employee surveys for Phase 1 participants
- Discuss legislation recommendations on workforce housing and land-use policies
- Housing orientation for legislators on Poulsbo’s 2024 Comprehensive Plan housing capacity
- Explore Urban Growth Area (UGA) swap process to reallocate development capacity within city limits
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200 NE Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 779-3901 ♦ fax (360) 779-5112
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Office of Mayor Edward (Ed) Stern
Blue Ribbon Commission
On Public/Private Partnership Solutions
For Affordable Homeownership
City Hall, 3rd Floor Conference RM
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
3:00 pm – 5 pm
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Previous Meeting Overview (August 18)
2. Employer and Employee Survey Review
a. Draft surveys review
b. Potential Phase 1 Employer participants
3. Legislation Recommendations
a. Review and amend current topics
4. Housing Orientation for Legislators
5. UGA Swap Discussion
6. Next Meeting
September 15, 2026, 3 to 5 pm
Note: We established a Zoom Meeting link for recording the meetings and to facilitate remote
participation. However, in person attendance is preferred.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82323596796
Thanks in advance for your time, commitment and sharing of expertise.
PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
200 NE Moe Street | Poulsbo, Washington 98370
(360) 394-9748 | fax (360) 697-8269
www.cityofpoulsbo.com | plan&[email protected]
MEMO
To:
Blue Ribbon Commission
From:
Nikole Coleman, AICP, Planning Manager
Subject:
Understanding Buildable Lands, Land Capacity, and Poulsbo's Housing Capacity
Date:
August 28, 2026
Purpose
This memo provides a plain-language overview of the Buildable Lands Program and Land Capacity Analysis (LCA),
what those analyses showed f …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
City Council
Poulsbo City Council discusses irrigation code and Noll Road improvements
The City Council will review consent agenda items including irrigation code changes and right-of-way acquisitions for Noll Road. The meeting also includes a workshop regarding special events and a code compliance position update.
- Ordinance No. 2026-11: PMC 13.12 Irrigation Code Changes
- Noll Road Improvements Middle Segment Right Of Way Acquisition
- 2026 WTSC Grant Radar Equipment
- 2026 WA AGO SAKI Refrigeration Unit Grant
- Suquamish Flag/Banners Display Request
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1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Livdahl)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. MAYOR'S REPORT AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Proclamation to Declare September 15th to October 15th, 2026 - Hispanic Heritage Month (Stern)
6. BOARD, COMMISSION, & OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS
7. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND DEPARTMENT HEAD COMMENTS
8. CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed within the Consent Agenda have been distributed to each member of the City Council for reading and study, are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion of the Council with no separate discussion. If separate discussion is desired, that item may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the regular agenda by Councilmember or citizen request.
a. BA #26-307 - 2026 WTSC Grant Radar Equipment (Harding)
b. BA #26-306 - 2026 WA AGO SAKI Refrigeration Unit Grant (Harding)
c. Ordinance No. 2026-11 - PMC 13.12 Irrigation Code Changes (Roberts) …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
Planning Commission - CANCELLED
The September 8, 2026, Planning Commission meeting is cancelled
The Planning Commission meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 6:00pm has been cancelled. No other business or agenda items were provided.
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200 Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 394.9748 ♦ fax (360) 697-8269
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Planning Department
PLANNING COMMISSION
NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission meeting regularly scheduled for:
Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 at 6:00pm has been cancelled.
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Post: Poulsbo City Hall
Poulsbo Post Office
Poulsbo Public Library
TO REQUEST AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OF THE PRINTED AGENDA, CONTACT THE CITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT AT 360.394.9882.
PARA SOLICITAR UN FORMATO ATERNATIVE EL AVISO IMPRESO, LLAME AL DEPARTAMENTO CIUDAD ÁREA DE PLANEACIÓN EN 360.394.9882
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Blue Ribbon Commission
Poulsbo housing commission to review employer survey, regulation changes
The Blue Ribbon Commission on Affordable Homeownership will review a draft employer survey and discuss regulation amendments, including modular housing incentives and energy code recommendations. The meeting continues prior discussions on development, financing, and employer incentives.
- Review draft employer survey to inform employer incentive recommendations
- Discuss modular/manufacturing development incentives
- Discuss energy code recommendation
- Discuss UGA Swap and potential 3rd zone (UGA, City Limits, Transition Zone)
- Discuss infill incentives
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200 NE Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 779-3901 ♦ fax (360) 779-5112
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Office of Mayor Edward (Ed) Stern
Blue Ribbon Commission
On Public/Private Partnership Solutions
For Affordable Homeownership
City Hall, 3rd Floor Conference RM
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
3:00 pm – 5 pm
AGENDA & NOTES
1. Welcome and Previous Meeting Overview (August 4)
a. Development Considerations
b. Financing
c. Employer incentives
d. Legislative Report – increased workforce (any other programs?)
e. Legislative Report – which regulations cost the most and hurt development (any
other programs?)
2. Employer Survey to inform Employer Incentives Recommendations (Legislative
Report)
a. Draft survey review
b. Distribution approach
3. Regulation Amendment Suggestions – Further Discussion (Legislative Report)
a. Modular/Manufacturing development incentives
b. Energy Code recommendation
c. UGA Swap and potential 3rd zone (UGA, City Limits, Transition Zone?)
d. Infill incentives
4. Define Engineering Discussion on Design Flexibility
5. Update on Manufactured Site Visit (if any)
6. Next Meeting
September 1, 2026, 3 to 5 pm
200 NE Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 779-3901 ♦ fax (360) 779-5112
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
Note: We established a Zoom Meeting link for recording the meetings and to facilitate remote
participation. However, in person attendance is preferred.
https://us02web.zoom …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission - Special Meeting
Poulsbo parks commission to review budget and capital plan
The Poulsbo Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special hybrid meeting to review the budget process and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The agenda includes administrative items, department updates, and final notes from commissioners.
- Overview of Budget Process
- Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Review
- Department Updates
- Final Notes from Commissioners
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200 Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 394.9898 ♦ fax (360) 779-5112
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Parks and Recreation Department
NOTICE OF SPECIAL PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Poulsbo Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a
Special Meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be held in a
hybrid format. The public is welcome to attend with the following details:
In Person: Poulsbo City Hall – 3rd Floor Conference Room, 200 NE Moe Street, Poulsbo, WA
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89957891922?pwd=KDZVdhR5PBtzkbC0KMnYi9MeZHTb7g.1
Meeting ID: 899 5789 1922
Passcode: 284983
The agenda for this meeting is attached.
Jeff Ozimek
Jeff Ozimek, Parks & Recreation Director
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Poulsbo Post Office
Poulsbo Library
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cc via email:
Mayor
City Council
Department Heads
Seattle Times
North Kitsap Herald
Kitsap Sun
Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce
Port of Poulsbo
Parks and Recreation Commission
This meeting will be a hybrid meeting
In person at the 3rd Floor Conference Room or via Zoom
Phone: 1 (253) 215-8782 / Meeting ID: 897 4650 8712
The committee may add and discuss other items not listed on the agenda.
IT IS REQUESTED THAT ATTENDEES LIMIT THE USE OF SCENTED PRODUCTS (PERFUME, COLOGNE …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission
Poulsbo parks panel to hear impact fees, set fundraising priorities
The Poulsbo Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to hear a follow-up presentation on park impact fees, discuss fundraising priorities for parks, and plan the 4th of July summer concert series. The commission will also welcome a new commissioner and review its community needs assessment, volunteer efforts, and potential Metropolitan Park District formation.
- Follow-up presentation on Park Impact Fees by guest Nikole Coleman
- Discussion on Park Priorities for Fundraising
- 4th of July Summer Concert series kick off planning
- New Commissioner Ken Wesley introduction
- Discussion on Metropolitan Park District and 501c3
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Parks and Recreation Commission
This meeting will be a hybrid meeting
In person at the 3rd Floor Conference Room or via Zoom
Phone: 1 (253) 215-8782 / Meeting ID: 897 4650 8712
The committee may add and discuss other items not listed on the agenda.
IT IS REQUESTED THAT ATTENDEES LIMIT THE USE OF SCENTED PRODUCTS (PERFUME, COLOGNE, HAIR SPRAY, AFTER SHAVE, LOTION, FABRIC SOFTENER, ETC.).
FRAGRANCES CAN BE TOXIC SUBSTANCES TO SOME PEOPLE, CAUSING RESPIRATORY OR NEUROLOGICAL DISABLING ALLERGIC REACTIONS. THIS REQUIREMENT IS
CONSISTENT WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT FOR A BARRIER-FREE ENVIRONMENT.
TO REQUEST AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OF THE PRINTED AGENDA, CONTACT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE AT 360.394.9880.
PARA SOLICITAR UN FORMATO ALTERNATIVO DE LA AGENDA IMPRESA, COMUNÍQUESE CON LA OFICINA DEL CITY CLERK AL 360.394.9880.
Subject
Meeting Agenda
Date
4/28/26
Recorder
Kristina Goodfellow
Start Time
5:30 PM
Committee Chair
Mary Swoboda-Groh
End Time
7:00 PM
Committee Members
Mari Gregg, Amy Zinkhon, Ken Thomas, Leighton Thomas, Joe Hulsey, Erin Devoto, Ken Wesley
Staff Present
Jeff Ozimek & Kristina Goodfellow– Parks & Recreation
Agenda
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to
improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to
inclusively view its discussions and a …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on budget amendments, irrigation rules, Front Street contract
The Poulsbo City Council will consider several business items, including second-quarter budget amendments, new irrigation regulations, a survey consultant contract for Front Street reconstruction, and the final plat for Plateau at Liberty Bay. The meeting also includes a workshop on topics like Waterfront Park level of service and parks cost recovery. Consent agenda items include software for the municipal court and a beer/wine garden exemption.
- Ordinance No. 2026-10: 2nd Quarter 2026 Budget Amendments
- Irrigation Regulations - PMC Chapter 13.12
- Front Street Reconstruction - Survey Consultant Contract
- Plateau at Liberty Bay Final Plat
- Request for Exemption on PMC 12.30.080 - Intoxicants - Poulsbrew Beer / Wine Garden
budgetzoningpublic-worksparksgrantsmunicipal-courtalcohol
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POULSBO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 19, 2026 ~ 5:00 PM
A G E N D A
The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, accessible virtually via Zoom Webinars and by in-person attendance at Poulsbo City Hall Council Chambers at 200 NE Moe Street, Poulsbo, WA.
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
The meeting will be streamed at www.cityofpoulsbo.com and broadcasted on BKAT.
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to inclusively view its discussions and actions.
1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Fitzpatrick)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. MAYOR'S REPORT AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Proclamation …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission
Poulsbo parks commission to hear park impact fees update
The Poulsbo Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review its 2026 goals, approve January minutes, and hear a follow-up presentation on park impact fees. The commission will also discuss updates on trails, volunteers, and a potential metropolitan park district.
- Park Impact Fees follow-up presentation from guest
- 2026 Goal Review: Community Needs Assessment, Volunteers, Metropolitan Park District and 501c3, Trails
- Approval of minutes from January 27, 2026
- Timeline review and updates for 2026
- Hybrid meeting via Zoom and in-person at 3rd Floor Conference Room
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Parks and Recreation Commission
This meeting will be a hybrid meeting
In person at the 3rd Floor Conference Room or via Zoom
Phone: 1 (253) 215-8782 / Meeting ID: 897 4650 8712
The committee may add and discuss other items not listed on the agenda.
IT IS REQUESTED THAT ATTENDEES LIMIT THE USE OF SCENTED PRODUCTS (PERFUME, COLOGNE, HAIR SPRAY, AFTER SHAVE, LOTION, FABRIC SOFTENER, ETC.).
FRAGRANCES CAN BE TOXIC SUBSTANCES TO SOME PEOPLE, CAUSING RESPIRATORY OR NEUROLOGICAL DISABLING ALLERGIC REACTIONS. THIS REQUIREMENT IS
CONSISTENT WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT FOR A BARRIER-FREE ENVIRONMENT.
TO REQUEST AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OF THE PRINTED AGENDA, CONTACT THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE AT 360.394.9880.
PARA SOLICITAR UN FORMATO ALTERNATIVO DE LA AGENDA IMPRESA, COMUNÍQUESE CON LA OFICINA DEL CITY CLERK AL 360.394.9880.
Subject
Meeting Agenda
Date
3/24/26
Recorder
Kristina Goodfellow
Start Time
5:30 PM
Committee Chair
Mary Swoboda-Groh
End Time
7:00 PM
Committee Members
Mari Gregg, Amy Zinkhon, Kim Petersen, Ken Thomas, Leighton Thomas, Joe Hulsey, Erin Devoto
Staff Present
Jeff Ozimek & Kristina Goodfellow– Parks & Recreation
Agenda
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to
improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to
inclusively view its discussions and …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Planning Commission - CANCELLED
Poulsbo Planning Commission August 25 meeting cancelled
The Poulsbo Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:00pm has been cancelled. No agenda items or business will be discussed at this meeting. The notice provides no reason for the cancellation.
- Planning Commission meeting cancelled for August 25, 2026
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200 Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 394.9748 ♦ fax (360) 697-8269
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Planning Department
PLANNING COMMISSION
NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission meeting regularly scheduled for:
Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 at 6:00pm has been cancelled.
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Post: Poulsbo City Hall
Poulsbo Post Office
Poulsbo Public Library
TO REQUEST AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OF THE PRINTED AGENDA, CONTACT THE CITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT AT 360.394.9882.
PARA SOLICITAR UN FORMATO ATERNATIVE EL AVISO IMPRESO, LLAME AL DEPARTAMENTO CIUDAD ÁREA DE PLANEACIÓN EN 360.394.9882
Fri Aug 14, 2026
City Council
Council to consider irrigation rules, Front Street survey, budget amendments
The Poulsbo City Council will hold a hybrid meeting with a consent agenda and business items, including irrigation regulations, a survey consultant contract for Front Street reconstruction, the final plat for Plateau at Liberty Bay, and second-quarter budget amendments. The workshop portion will cover Waterfront Park level of service, parks cost recovery, and grant funding recommendations.
- Irrigation Regulations - PMC Chapter 13.12
- Front Street Reconstruction - Survey Consultant Contract
- Plateau at Liberty Bay Final Plat
- Ordinance No. 2026-10 - 2nd Quarter 2026 Budget Amendments
- Payable Disbursements for June and July 2026
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Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
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POULSBO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 19, 2026 ~ 5:00 PM
A G E N D A
The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, accessible virtually via Zoom Webinars and by in-person attendance at Poulsbo City Hall Council Chambers at 200 NE Moe Street, Poulsbo, WA.
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
The meeting will be streamed at www.cityofpoulsbo.com and broadcasted on BKAT.
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to inclusively view its discussions and actions.
1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Fitzpatrick)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. MAYOR'S REPORT AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Proclamation …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026
City Council
Council workshop covers derelict vessels, STEP housing funding, homeless plan
The Poulsbo City Council is holding a workshop meeting with training and informational updates. Items include a presentation on the Derelict Vessel Program, an update on a Notice of Funding Opportunity for STEP Housing, and an update on the City's Homeless to Housed Action Plan. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- WCIA Council Do's and Don'ts Training
- Derelict Vessel Program Presentation
- Update: Notice of Funding Opportunity for STEP Housing
- Update: City of Poulsbo Homeless to Housed Action Plan
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POULSBO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 12, 2026 ~ 5:00 PM
A G E N D A
The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, accessible virtually via Zoom Webinars and by in-person attendance at Poulsbo City Hall Council Chambers at 200 NE Moe Street, Poulsbo, WA.
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
The meeting will be streamed at www.cityofpoulsbo.com and broadcasted on BKAT.
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to inclusively view its discussions and actions.
1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Eckert)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. WORKSHOP AGENDA
a. WCIA Council Do's and Don'ts Training …
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Fri Aug 7, 2026
City Council
Council workshop: derelict vessels, homeless housing updates, WCIA training
The Poulsbo City Council is holding a workshop meeting with no formal votes scheduled. Items include a training on council conduct, a presentation on the derelict vessel program, and updates on STEP Housing funding and the Homeless to Housed Action Plan. Public comment is invited.
- WCIA Council Do's and Don'ts Training
- Derelict Vessel Program Presentation
- Update: Notice of Funding Opportunity for STEP Housing
- Update: City of Poulsbo Homeless to Housed Action Plan
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Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
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POULSBO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 12, 2026 ~ 5:00 PM
A G E N D A
The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, accessible virtually via Zoom Webinars and by in-person attendance at Poulsbo City Hall Council Chambers at 200 NE Moe Street, Poulsbo, WA.
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
The meeting will be streamed at www.cityofpoulsbo.com and broadcasted on BKAT.
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to inclusively view its discussions and actions.
1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Eckert)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. WORKSHOP AGENDA
a. WCIA Council Do's and Don'ts Training …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026
Blue Ribbon Commission
Commission discusses homeownership financing, employer incentives, and regulations
The Blue Ribbon Commission on Public/Private Partnership Solutions for Affordable Homeownership will discuss development considerations (e.g., adding onto homes, HOA dues), financing (e.g., 5-year ownership terms), and employer incentives (e.g., down payment assistance, lower interest rates). The commission will also prepare a Legislative Report on increasing Kitsap's workforce and identifying costly regulations like building and stormwater codes.
- Discussion of 5-year minimum ownership period and sale restrictions before that term
- Employer incentives: 20-25% down payment assistance and rent-to-own options with renter equity
- Legislative Report to address workforce growth and cost-driving regulations (building code, stormwater code)
- Next meeting scheduled for August 18, 2026, 3–5 pm
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200 NE Moe Street ♦ Poulsbo, Washington 98370-7347
(360) 779-3901 ♦ fax (360) 779-5112
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
City of Poulsbo
Office of Mayor Edward (Ed) Stern
Blue Ribbon Commission
On Public/Private Partnership Solutions
For Affordable Homeownership
City Hall, 3rd Floor Conference RM
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
3:00 pm – 5 pm
AGENDA & NOTES
1. Welcome and Previous Meeting Overview
2. Development Considerations for Discussion
a. Can we add onto these homes? If so, we may need more land.
b. Is there a HOA, HOA dues
3. Financing Discussion
a. Length of ownership: 5 years; what if you sell before 5 years? 5 years and…
4. Employer Incentives (to be included in Legislative Report)
a. Down payment assistance.
b. Employer involvement: 20-25% down payment assistance, Role of employerers,
c. Lower interest rates, rent to own P’Bo apt % back to renter for ownership
5. Legislative Report
a. How have we increased workforce in Kitsap?
b. What regulations are causing the most cost in development; i.e. building code,
stormwater code. Identify problems and come with solutions.
6. Next Meeting
August 18, 2026, 3 to 5 pm
Note: We established a Zoom Meeting link for recording the meetings and to facilitate remote
participation. However, in person attendance is preferred.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82323596796
Thanks in advance for your time, commitment and sharing of expertise.
Wed Aug 5, 2026
City Council
Council to consider drone show, Front Street study, and sewer force main contract
The Poulsbo City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a drone show budget adjustment and a consultant contract for the Front Street/3rd Avenue Couplet Analysis. The business agenda features a contract for right-of-way consultant services for the SR305 Sewer Force Main project. The workshop agenda includes a presentation from Kitsap Community Resources, a brand unification update, a special events review, and a request for an exemption to allow a beer/wine garden at Poulsbrew.
- BA #26-305 - Drone Show budget adjustment
- BA #26-304 and Consultant Contract - Front Street/3rd Avenue Couplet Analysis
- SR305 Sewer Force Main - Right of Way Consultant Contract
- Request for Exemption on PMC 12.30.080 - Intoxicants - Poulsbrew Beer / Wine Garden
- Journal Technologies Case Management Software for the Municipal Court
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POULSBO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 5, 2026 ~ 5:00 PM
A G E N D A
The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, accessible virtually via Zoom Webinars and by in-person attendance at Poulsbo City Hall Council Chambers at 200 NE Moe Street, Poulsbo, WA.
Please click the link to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89848416447
Dial +1 (253) 215-8782 / Webinar ID: 898 4841 6447
The meeting will be streamed at www.cityofpoulsbo.com and broadcasted on BKAT.
Poulsbo is committed to being a welcoming, diverse, and equitable community where all people can access tools and opportunities to improve their quality of life, allowing them to reach their full potential. During its meetings, the Poulsbo City Council will use this lens to inclusively view its discussions and actions.
1. 5:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
a. Land Acknowledgment (Crowe)
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
Oral comments can be made in-person. Please state your name and limit your comments to 3 minutes, unless additional time is granted by Council. As a rule, the Council will not respond to public comments. Written comments can emailed to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, and they will be distributed to the Council before the meeting. Written comments will not be read into the record.
5. MAYOR'S REPORT AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
6. BOARD, COMMISSION, & O …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $83.6M | SHAPE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Defense · RM21-0324 ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION FEEDER SYSTEM REPAIR |
| $31.1M | SHAPE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Defense · MACC TASK ORDER |
| $19.2M | RAYTHEON COMPANY Department of Defense · MH PDS PRODUCTION |
| $16.5M | SHAPE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Defense · THIS TASK ORDER WILL RENOVATE A PORTION OF BUILDING 434, TO CREATE ADM |
| $16.4M | SHAPE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Defense · RENOVATE BUILDING 1, NUWC KEYPORT, WASHINGTON |
| $15.2M | JMG CONSTRUCTORS LLC Department of the Interior · SEKI 317446, REHAB ASH MTN & BUCKEYE WWTP |
| $13.8M | SHAPE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Defense · INSTALL NAVIGATION TRAINERS (I-NSST), B2200, NAVAL STATION EVERETT |
| $12.1M | PORT MADISON CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION Department of Defense · RM18-1806 (PHASE 3) REPAIR RAILROAD CULVERT RM 36.09: FIRM FIXED-PRICE |
| $9.8M | SHAPE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Defense · X003 "EO14042" MSR#18294292_1714753 -- (18294292) REPAIR COMPRESS |
| $8.3M | SHAPE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Defense · RELOCATE SHOP FLOOR PROCESS, B514 / 489, NUWC KEYPORT WA |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Kitsap County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2022)
Business establishments6,272 (63,168 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,057/mo (160 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy12.0% (low numeracy 19% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.
Meeting archives
- 2025 (51 meetings)