Port Townsend public meetings in 2025
47 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Session Parks, Recreation, Trees and Trails Advisory Board
The Parks, Recreation, Trees & Trails Advisory Board will discuss a tree working group update including a draft brochure on prohibited/problem trees and a downtown street tree inventory. They will also review the PROS Plan Update (Chapter 5 on demand and need) and consider proposed joint parks/library programming ideas for 2026. The board will also receive a board composition update and hold public comment.
- Tree working group update: draft brochure on prohibited/problem trees and downtown street tree inventory
- PROS Plan Update: review of Chapter 5 on demand and need for parks and recreation facilities
- Proposed joint parks/library programming ideas for 2026
- Board composition update and welcome of new members
- Public comment period (3 minutes per person)
Equity, Access, and Rights Advisory Board
The Equity, Access, and Rights Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss the chair vacancy and nominations, receive updates on the workplan including the Welcoming City Resolution and enabling resolution, and consider legislative suggestions. The board will also discuss a workshop request to the City Council, its role at the Community Summit, and set the annual schedule of work.
- Board discussion around regularly scheduled meeting time and potluck timing
- Chair nominations and discussion to fill vacancy
- Update on workplan: expanded priorities, Welcoming City Resolution, and EAR Enabling Resolution
- Discussion around legislative suggestions for advocacy
- Discussion around request for a workshop with City Council
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular business meeting on December 11, 2025. They are scheduled to discuss the hiring process for a Police Records Clerk and consider changes to job descriptions for Police Clerk and Police Records Lead. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and an end-of-year celebration with no action expected.
- Police Records Clerk hiring process discussion
- Job description changes for Police Clerk and Police Records Lead
- Approval of minutes from July 10, September 25, and October 6 meetings
- End-of-year celebration (no action)
Library Advisory Board
The Library Advisory Board will discuss and potentially set limits on DVD checkout times and holds, receive a collection development overview, and get an update on the structurally compromised Pink House. The board will also hear about Summer Reading and Community Read programs. No final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and future action.
- Discussion of checkout time limits for DVDs and hold/checkout limits on physical items
- Update on the Pink House, currently closed due to structural and foundation concerns
- Collection development overview from library staff
- Summer Reading and Community Read program updates
- Friends of the Library updates including upcoming book sale and volunteer needs
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The City Council will vote on Ordinance 3361, adopting the 2025 GMA Periodic Update to the Comprehensive Plan, an Active Transportation Plan, and related code amendments. A public hearing will be held on Interim Ordinance 3358, which would establish interim land use regulations for shelter and emergency housing. The consent agenda includes several items: supplemental budget appropriations, building and planning fee updates, and new fees for redacting police body-worn camera footage.
- Ordinance 3361 adopting the 2025 GMA Comprehensive Plan update and Active Transportation Plan
- Public hearing on Interim Ordinance 3358 establishing interim land use regulations for shelter and emergency housing
- Ordinance 3362 adopting 2025 supplemental budget appropriations
- Resolution 25-033 updating building and planning & community development fees
- Resolution 25-034 adopting fees for redacting police body-worn camera footage
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will continue discussing priorities for the 2026 annual docket, a key planning item. They will also approve minutes from September and November meetings, hear public comment, and note upcoming meetings. The meeting includes an end-of-year celebration where no action will be taken.
- Continuing discussion of the 2026 annual docket priorities (old business)
- Approval of September 25, 2025 and November 13, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
- General public comment period (written comments received)
- Upcoming meetings: December 25 cancelled; January 8, 2026 regular meeting
- End-of-year celebration (quorum present, no action taken)
Special Session City Council Business Meeting (Joint Meeting with Board of County Commissioners)
The City Council and Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners will hold a joint public hearing on the 2025‑2030 Homeless and Affordable Housing Services Plan and move to approve it. They will also consider a first reading of Ordinance 3362 to adopt 2025 supplemental budget appropriations, Ordinance 3361 updating the Comprehensive Plan and adding an Active Transportation Plan, and Resolution 25‑032 adopting the city’s 2026 state legislative agenda. Routine consent‑agenda items, including bills, minutes, personnel policy updates, and a grant for the 2026 arterial preservation chip‑seal project, will also be approved.
- Joint public hearing and approval of Jefferson County and Port Townsend 5‑Year (2025‑2030) Homeless and Affordable Housing Services Plan
- Ordinance 3362 – first reading to adopt 2025 supplemental budget appropriations, to be moved to consent agenda for Dec 15, 2025
- Ordinance 3361 – updates to the Comprehensive Plan, adoption of an Active Transportation Plan, and code amendments
- Resolution 25‑032 – adoption of the City’s 2026 State Legislative Agenda
- Authorization for City Manager to sign grant agreement with Washington State Transportation Improvement Board for the 2026 Arterial Preservation Chip Seal Project (AB25‑119)
Council Finance and Budget Committee
The council's finance committee will discuss the 2024 state audit update, third-quarter financial reports and supplement, and a new budget book. Members will also consider a redaction fee for police public records body camera footage. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.
- 2024 State Audit Update
- 3rd Qtr. Financials and Supplement
- Police Public Records Body CAM redaction fee
- New budget book briefing
- Approval of October 13, 2025 meeting minutes
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will review the 2025 budget status and discuss the proposed 2026 budget (requesting $48,800, up from $36,500). Commissioners will also receive updates on a submitted Creative District grant and consider policies for street painting and murals. The meeting includes year-end reflection and an appreciation party.
- Creative District grant submitted
- 2026 budget discussion (proposed $48,800)
- Street Painting and Mural Policies review
- Commissioner Application Policy review
- End-of-year celebration (no action taken)
Historic Preservation Committee
The Historic Preservation Committee will meet December 2, 2025, to discuss and potentially vote on a 10-year special tax valuation agreement for the property at 922 Jefferson. They will also hear presentations on Lawrence Street multimodal improvements and a proposed citywide street painting and mural program, and review the 2026 work program and design standards docketing.
- Lawrence Street multimodal improvements presentation (Harrison to Walker Street) for recommendation
- Citywide Street Painting and Mural Program presentation with request for HPC recommendation
- Special tax valuation request for 922 Jefferson with draft motion to authorize Chair to sign agreement
- Design standards docketing for 2026
- 2026 Work Program review
Parks Recreation Trees and Trails Advisory Board
The Parks, Recreation, Trees & Trails Advisory Board will review the PROS Plan Chapter 3 update, consider plans for a dog park shelter, and discuss recommendations for a prohibited trees list. The board will also receive updates on board composition and foundation efforts. Public comment will follow the new business items.
- PROS Plan Update – chapter 3 discussion
- Dog park shelter planning discussion
- Tree subcommittee update – prohibited trees list discussion/recommendations
- Board composition update, interview process
- Report from QP&TF on foundation efforts
Special Session City Council Business Meeting
This special session continues a public hearing from November 17 on Ordinance 3361, which would adopt the 2025 GMA Periodic Update to the Comprehensive Plan, an Active Transportation Plan, and amend several municipal code titles. The council is expected to discuss and vote on the first reading of the ordinance. Public oral comments on the Comprehensive Plan will not be included in the hearing record; written comments must be submitted by 4 p.m. on November 24.
- Continued public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 3361, adopting the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update and Active Transportation Plan, and amending Titles 2, 12, 17, 18, and 20 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The City Council will hold public hearings and consider adoption of Ordinance 3359 for the 2026 city budget and Ordinance 3361 for the 2025 GMA periodic update to the Comprehensive Plan, including an Active Transportation Plan and code amendments. The council also will vote on supporting a preferred design concept for the Lawrence Street Multimodal Improvements Project from Harrison Street to Walker Street.
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 3359 adopting the 2026 City of Port Townsend budget
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 3361 adopting the 2025 GMA Periodic Update to the Comprehensive Plan and related code changes (Titles 2, 12, 17, 18, 20)
- Support for the preferred design concept of the Lawrence Street Multimodal Improvements Project (Harrison Street to Walker Street)
- Proclamation of Community Chorus Week
- Consent agenda approval of bills, claims, warrants, and October 27, 2025 special session minutes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Port Townsend Planning Commission will hold a regular session with procedural items followed by two discussion-only items. They will review Historic Preservation Committee recommendations for revised and new standards on windows, lighting, solar, and landscaping/terracing walls. Commissioners will also begin considering priorities for code amendments during the 2026 Annual Amendment Cycle. Upcoming meetings include cancellations for holidays and a potential public hearing in January.
- Historic Preservation Committee recommendations on revised and new standards for windows, lighting, solar, and landscaping/terracing walls (discussion only)
- Begin discussion of priorities for 2026 Annual Amendment Cycle (discussion only)
- Approval of October 2, 2025 Special Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Upcoming meetings: November 27 cancelled, December 11 regular, December 25 cancelled, January 8 regular with possible public hearing
- General public comment period
Council Culture and Society Committee
The Port Townsend Council Culture and Society Committee will meet to discuss volunteer appreciation and engagement, review the advisory board handbook, and consider updates to council rules. The agenda also includes advisory board updates from the Library, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board, along with approval of the October minutes and setting the next meeting date. Most items are discussion or update items with no concrete decisions listed.
- Approval of October 8, 2025 meeting minutes
- Advisory board updates from Library, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board
- Discussion on volunteer appreciation and engagement (with supporting documents from August 2025 and 2023)
- Review of Advisory Board Handbook
- Council rules updates (tracked as of August 5, 2025)
Special Session City Council Business Meeting
The Port Townsend City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 3359 adopting the 2026 city budget. The Council will also consider Ordinance 3360 to create new municipal code sections for facilities replacement and equipment operations and maintenance funds, and vote on a $237,585.30 contract for sidewalk improvements on Washington and Walker Streets.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 3359 adopting the 2026 city budget
- Ordinance 3360 creating a Facilities Replacement Fund and a Facilities Equipment Operations and Maintenance Fund
- Bid award for Washington Street and Walker Street Sidewalk Improvements Project to Van Ness Construction for $237,585.30
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The City Council will consider Ordinance 3357 to revise system development charges for water, sewer, and stormwater connections. The consent agenda includes approval of bills, minutes, appointments, and a resolution amending personnel policies for flexible spending accounts. Under new business, the council will discuss the Cherry Street property surplus and review the Active Transportation Plan; no action is requested on those items.
- Ordinance 3357 revising system development charges for water, sewer, and stormwater connections
- Resolution 25-031 amending the Personnel Policies Manual to clarify administration of flexible spending accounts
- Appointments to Library Advisory Board and Arts Commission
- Discussion of Cherry Street Property Surplus Update (no action)
- Presentation and review of Active Transportation Plan (no action)
Special Session City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a special session starting with an onsite visit to Evans Vista encampment for a discussion-only update on the encampment, then reconvene at City Hall to consider Ordinance 3358, which would establish interim land use regulations for shelter and emergency housing. The ordinance would amend municipal code chapter 17.62. Public comments submitted in advance express opposition to a planned November 3 sweep of the encampment.
- Onsite discussion of Evans Vista encampment at 4:30 p.m. (in-person only, no recording)
- Ordinance 3358: Interim land use regulations for shelter and emergency housing, amending PTMC 17.62
- Proposed action: waive council rules and approve Ordinance 3358
- Public comments include multiple requests to postpone a November 3 encampment sweep
- Public comment period open for both the encampment update and the ordinance
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Periodic Review, which includes proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and development regulations. The commission may vote to recommend City Council approval of the amendments as shown in exhibits. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of minutes and upcoming meeting scheduling.
- Public Hearing on the 2025 Periodic Review of the Comprehensive Plan and development regulations
- Possible action to recommend City Council approve the Periodic Review Amendments
- Exhibits include SEPA Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS), Active Transportation Plan, and Development Regulations updates
- Staff presentation and public comment periods scheduled
- Upcoming special meeting possible on November 6 for further deliberation
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The council will hold hearings on proposing a 1% property tax increase and a $150,000 bond for Mountain View Commons, as well as revising water/sewer/stormwater connection fees. It will also consider a bid award for Mill and Discovery Road improvements, an emergency repair declaration for the Big Quilcene River diversion apron, and discuss preliminary 2026 budgets and Lawrence Street design concepts.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 3356: 2026 property tax levy with 1% general increase and $150,000 voter-approved tax levy for Mountain View Commons capital improvements
- Public hearing on Ordinance 3357: revising system development charges for water, sewer, and stormwater connections
- Bid award for Mill Road and Discovery Road Improvements (consent agenda item C)
- Resolution 25-030: emergency declaration to waive bidding and ratify immediate repair of the Big Quilcene River diversion apron feeding the Olympic Gravity Water System
- Resolution 25-029: establishing a Port Townsend Poet Laureate
Council Finance and Budget Committee
The Port Townsend Finance and Budget Committee will consider approving August 11 minutes, then discuss the 2024 State Audit, potential fee updates for public records, parking, and PCD, and a new budget book briefing. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of 2024 State Audit
- Potential fee updates for public records, parking, and PCD
- New budget book briefing
- Approval of draft minutes from August 11, 2025
Planning Commission Meeting
The Port Townsend Planning Commission will discuss draft Goals, Policies and Implementation Element and the draft Housing Element. The commission will also receive a copy of draft Development Regulations as an information item only. Upcoming meetings include a public hearing on the draft Comprehensive Plan on October 23.
- Discussion of draft Goals, Policies and Implementation Element
- Discussion of draft Housing Element
- Share of draft Development Regulations (information item only)
- Upcoming public hearing on draft Comprehensive Plan on October 23
- Approval of minutes from August 27, 2025
Council Culture and Society Committee
The Culture and Society Committee will review and discuss volunteer appreciation and engagement efforts, based on a recent overview. Advisory board updates from the Library, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board are scheduled. The committee will also approve minutes from September 10, 2025, and set the agenda for the next meeting.
- Volunteer Appreciation & Engagement Discussion with an August 2025 overview document
- Advisory board updates: Library Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board
- Approval of draft minutes from September 10, 2025
- Setting agenda for November 12, 2025, with a Council Rules Update Tracking document
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 3354 adopting 2025 supplemental budget appropriations. They will also vote on Ordinance 3353 updating bond requirements for city officers and employees, and consider first reading of Ordinance 3355 revising the public arts program. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel.
- Oath of Office for a new police officer
- Proclamations for Friends of the Library Week and Indigenous Peoples' Day
- Ordinance 3354 adopting 2025 supplemental budget appropriations
- Ordinance 3353 updating official bonds for city officers and employees
- First reading of Ordinance 3355 repealing and replacing the public arts program
Special Session Planning Commission
The Port Townsend Planning Commission will hold a special session to discuss the Draft Implementation Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes a staff presentation, public comment, and commission discussion. No voting or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.
- Discussion of Draft Implementation Element of the Comprehensive Plan
- Staff presentation on the draft element
- Public comment period for input on the draft
- Upcoming public hearing on the draft Comprehensive Plan on October 23
- Possible special meeting on November 6 for deliberations if needed
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will discuss draft Introduction chapters as old business and the draft Implementation Element as new business. Both items include staff presentations, public comment, and commission discussion. The commission will also consider scheduling a special meeting. Upcoming meetings include potential public hearings on the draft Comprehensive Plan in October.
- Discussion of draft Introduction chapters for the Comprehensive Plan
- Discussion of draft Implementation Element for the Comprehensive Plan
- Consideration of a special meeting date
- Upcoming public hearings on draft Comprehensive Plan scheduled for October 23 and possibly October 9
- Approval of minutes from August 11, 2025 (special joint meeting) and June 26, 2025
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The Port Townsend City Council will discuss the status of Transportation Benefit District funding and the 2026 budget revenue estimates, both with no action requested. Council members will hear staff presentations and public comments on Ordinance 3353, which proposes bonds for city officers and employees, and on Ordinance 3354, which proposes the first reading of the 2025 supplemental budget appropriations. The council will also move to approve Resolution 25-028 to adopt updated comprehensive financial management policy guidelines and repeal Resolution 21-004. An executive session will be held to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel.
- Transportation Benefit District funding status – discussion only (AB25-087)
- Ordinance 3353 – first reading on bonds for city officers and employees (AB25-088)
- Ordinance 3354 – first reading on 2025 supplemental budget appropriations (AB25-090)
- Resolution 25-028 – adopt updated financial management policy guidelines (AB25-091)
- 2026 Budget revenue estimates – discussion only
Planning Commission Meeting
The Port Townsend Planning Commission will discuss draft elements of the Housing Element and Middle Housing regulations, including staff presentations, public comment, and commission discussion. The commission will also consider holding a special meeting in October to further review the Draft Implementation Elements.
- Discussion of draft Housing Element and Middle Housing regulations
- Staff presentation on Housing Element draft
- Public comment period on Housing Element and Middle Housing
- Consideration of special meeting in October for Draft Implementation Elements
- Upcoming meetings: September 25 (Implementation and Introduction chapters), October 9 and 23 (possible public hearings on draft Comprehensive Plan)
Council Culture and Society Committee
This is a routine business meeting of the Culture and Society Committee. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, a volunteer appreciation overview, updates from the Library Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board, plus committee and staff updates. No action items or ordinances are scheduled for decision.
- Volunteer Appreciation Overview for August 2025
- Updates from Library Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board
- Approval of July 9, 2025 meeting minutes
- Setting agenda for October 8, 2025 meeting
City Council Workshop Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The Port Townsend City Council holds a workshop to discuss draft elements of the Comprehensive Plan Update covering climate resilience, parks/recreation/open space, and economic development. Staff will present, followed by public comment and joint discussion with the Planning Commission. No votes or other business are scheduled.
- Discussion of Draft Climate Element (climate resilience)
- Discussion of Draft Parks Element (parks, recreation, open space)
- Discussion of Draft Economic Development Element
- Public comment periods (general and item-specific) are on the agenda
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The council will hold a public hearing on interim parking regulations (Ordinance 3352) and consider a resolution to authorize up to $6.5 million in loan funding for the Lawrence Street Combined Sewer Separation Project and the Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall Project. Additionally, a resolution to rename Triangle I Park as Minnie Nakano Park will be voted on. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as approval of bills and minutes, and a council committee assignment.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 3352 — interim parking regulations amending PTMC Chapter 17.72
- Resolution 25-026 — renaming Triangle I Park to Minnie Nakano Park
- Resolution 25-027 — authorizing loan application up to $6,500,000 for sewer separation and treatment plant outfall projects
- Consent agenda: approval of bills/claims/warrants and minutes from July 14, July 21, and August 4, 2025
- Council committee assignment to Port Townsend School District Facility Advisory Board
Special Session Planning Commission (Joint Discussion with Climate Action Committee)
The Planning Commission will hold a joint discussion with the Climate Action Committee on draft elements for Economic Development, Climate Resilience, and Parks Recreation and Open Space. The agenda includes a staff presentation, public comment, and commission discussion. No formal action is scheduled; the session is for review and input.
- Joint discussion with Climate Action Committee on Draft Economic Development, Climate Resilience, and Parks Recreation and Open Space Elements
- Staff presentation and public comment on the draft elements
- Upcoming joint workshop with City Council on September 8 to discuss Climate Resilience and Parks elements
- Future regular meetings on September 11 (Housing Element and Middle Housing regulations) and September 25 (Implementation and Introduction chapters)
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The council will hold a public hearing on Resolution 25-025 to adopt a six-year water use efficiency goal and incorporate it into the city's program. They will also consider first reading of Ordinance 3351 to amend business license exemptions in Municipal Code Chapter 5.08. Additionally, the council will discuss endorsing staff pursuit of grant funding for the Evans Vista sustainable community housing development.
- Public hearing on Resolution 25-025 adopting Water Use Efficiency Goal for 2026-2031
- First reading of Ordinance 3351 amending business license exemptions (Chapter 5.08)
- Discussion of Evans Vista sustainable community housing grant funding endorsement
- Oath of office for a new police officer
- Consent agenda includes Q2 2025 financial update and staff appointments
Special Session Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will discuss draft updates to multiple elements of the city's comprehensive plan. Old business covers draft Transportation, Utilities, and Capital Facilities elements; new business covers draft Economic Development, Climate Resilience, and Parks Recreation and Open Space elements. No final decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items with public comment accepted.
- Discuss draft Transportation, Utilities, and Capital Facilities Elements (August 7 drafts)
- Discuss draft Economic Development, Climate Resilience, and Parks Recreation and Open Space Elements (August 8 drafts)
- Public comment period on draft elements
- Approval of minutes from July 23, 2025
- Upcoming joint workshop with City Council on September 8 regarding Climate and Parks elements
Council Finance and Budget Committee
The Port Townsend Council Finance and Budget Committee will discuss the 2nd quarter financial report, an audit update, a transfer station disposal rate update, and an ordinance to create a 1% for the Arts fund (Ordinance 2866). They will also review code updates for business licenses and staff bonding, a financial policy update, and a budget update. The committee will introduce new Finance Manager Jenny Murphy and approve minutes from previous meetings.
- Introduce new Finance Manager Jenny Murphy
- 2nd Quarter Financial Report
- Transfer Station disposal rate update
- 1% for the Arts: Ordinance 2866, PTMC 3.50 fund creation
- Code Update - Business License
City Council Workshop Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan's Transportation Element, including the Sustainable Streets Plan and Active Transportation plans. The meeting includes staff presentations, public comment, and joint discussion, but no formal votes are scheduled.
- Discussion of draft Transportation Element (2025-0807)
- Review of Sustainable Streets Plan presentation
- Review of Active Transportation presentation and quadrant maps
- Public comment period for transportation plan updates
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The council will consider authorizing a $4.5 million loan for final design and construction of the Lawrence Street Combined Sewer Separation Project. They will also discuss supporting a Transportation Improvement Board grant application with up to $1 million in matching funds, and authorize an agreement with ARC Architects for schematic design of a new Municipal Service Center. An encampment briefing will address low-barrier shelter policy options, and the consent agenda includes approval of the 2025 General Government Wage Schedule.
- Resolution 25-024 authorizing loan up to $4.5 million for Lawrence Street Combined Sewer Separation Project
- Authorize City Manager to execute agreement with ARC Architects for schematic design of new Municipal Service Center
- Support Transportation Improvement Board grant application committing up to $1 million in matching funds
- Encampment briefing to raise low-barrier shelter policy as a priority for the Housing Fund Board
- Approval of 2025 General Government Wage Schedule
Special Session Finance and Budget Council Committee
The Finance and Budget Council will discuss the estimated repair costs for city park facilities. After the discussion, the public may comment on agenda items for up to three minutes each. The council will also set the agenda for the next meeting on August 11, 2025 before adjourning.
- Parks Facility Repair Costs – discussion of repair cost estimates for city parks
Special Session Planning Commission Meeting
The Port Townsend Planning Commission will hold a special session on July 23, 2025, to continue discussion of draft Transportation, Utilities, and Capital Facilities elements. They will also discuss regulatory options to support middle housing, with public comment accepted on both items. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous sessions.
- Continued discussion of draft Transportation, Utilities, and Capital Facilities Elements
- Discussion of regulatory options to support middle housing
- Approval of minutes from May 22 and June 9 special sessions
- Public comment periods for both old and new business
- Upcoming joint workshop with City Council on August 11
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The Port Townsend City Council will consider directing staff on a glass recycling option (AB25-071), discuss the Community Services Reserve Fund status, preview Public Works grants and loans for Lawrence sewer, and review the Comprehensive Plan vision statement from the Planning Commission. The consent agenda includes authorizing a collective bargaining agreement with Local Union 589 and final plat approval for Landes South.
- Authorize final plat for Landes South application
- Authorize collective bargaining agreement with Local Union No. 589
- Glass recycling: Council to direct staff on implementing an option
- Public Works grants and loans presentation preview for Lawrence sewer project
- Comprehensive Plan vision statement recommendations from Planning Commission (discussion and possible edits)
Special Session City Council and Executive Leadership Team 2026 Workshop Retreat
This is a special session workshop retreat for the Port Townsend City Council and Executive Leadership Team to review financial projections and draft the 2026 strategic workplan. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda includes exercises on positive reflections, headwinds, the financial landscape, and the comprehensive plan timeline.
- Financial briefing projecting B&O tax revenue of $1.2M against a $918K budget
- Retail sales tax projected at $3.7M versus $3.6M budget; utility tax at $1.9M versus $1.5M budget
- Comprehensive Plan adoption targeted for December 2025, with development code and middle housing updates in Q3
- Drafting of the 2026 Strategic Workplan with prioritization exercises for housing, transportation, parks, and core services
- Property tax revenue of $2.6M budgeted, with new housing (e.g., Trailcrest) adding ~$60K annually
Special Session Planning Commission Meeting
This special session at 2 PM on July 10, 2025, includes votes on recommendations to City Council for the Community Direction Statement and Comprehensive Plan introduction, and for the 2026 Planning Commission workplan. Commissioners will also discuss (no action) draft Land Use and Housing elements, including Transportation, Utilities, and Capital Facilities elements. Public comment is accepted on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Vote on recommendation to City Council for Community Direction Statement and Comprehensive Plan introduction
- Vote on 2026 Planning Commission Workplan recommendation
- Discussion of draft Land Use Element and Housing Element (no action expected)
- Approval of minutes from April 24 and May 8, 2025
- Public comment includes requests to reschedule future meetings after 5 PM and criticism of the Comp Plan process
Council Culture and Society Committee
The committee will consider approving minutes from June 11 and review a third draft of a public comment script. Members will also go over current council rules updates and receive advisory board reports from the Library, Arts Commission, and EAR boards. Public comment is taken at two points in the meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural.
- Approval of minutes from June 11, 2025 meeting
- Review of third draft of Public Comment Script
- Review of Council Rules Update Tracking document from April 4, 2025
- Updates from Library Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. The consent agenda includes a bid award for the annual chip seal project on San Juan Ave and F St. New business includes a proposed rejection of a bid for the Chetzemoka Kitchen Shelter rebuild and a discussion on middle housing regulations.
- Public hearing on Resolution 25-021 approving the 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
- Bid award for annual chip seal project on San Juan Ave and F St (consent agenda)
- Proposed action to reject bid from Pease Piping, Inc. for Chetzemoka Picnic Shelter Rebuild
- Discussion on regulation options to support middle housing (no action requested)
- Closed session under RCW 42.30.140(4)(b) for general government negotiations
Planning Commission Meeting
The Port Townsend Planning Commission will hold a discussion-only continued review of the Draft Land Use Element and Draft Housing Element. No formal action will be taken at this meeting. Public comment periods are scheduled. Upcoming meetings will address Transportation, Utilities, Capital Facilities, and other elements.
- Continued review of Draft Land Use Element (discussion only, no action)
- Continued review of Draft Housing Element (discussion only, no action)
- Public comment periods at multiple times before and during the meeting
- Upcoming meetings: July 9, July 23, and August 14 for other comprehensive plan elements
City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)
The City Council will consider several significant actions, including a resolution declaring an emergency to waive bidding for immediate repair of the OGWS transmission pipeline near 222 Aerie Lane. Other items include a resolution to update the Shoreline Master Program for submittal to the state, changes to federal arterial street classifications, and adoption of the Jefferson County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan. The consent agenda includes approval of bills, minutes, and appointments to several boards and commissions.
- Resolution 25-019 declaring emergency and waiving bidding for repair of OGWS transmission pipeline damage near 222 Aerie Lane
- Resolution 25-017 expressing intent to adopt updated Shoreline Master Program and authorizing submittal to Washington State Department of Ecology
- Proposed changes to federal arterial street classifications: Howard Street corridor realignment, adding Benton/Fir, Hancock, and 9th Street segments
- Resolution 25-020 adopting Jefferson County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan (AHMP) per federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000
- Consent agenda includes appointments to Arts Commission, Historic Preservation Committee, Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, Parks Recreation Trees and Trails Advisory Board, and Equity Access and Rights Advisory Board
Council Culture and Society Committee
This is a largely procedural meeting. The committee will approve minutes, discuss a second draft of the public comment script, and receive updates from advisory boards including the Library Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board. No major decisions or financial items are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025
- Discussion of Public Comment Script second draft
- Updates from Library Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and EAR Advisory Board