{ "city": "Port Townsend", "state": "Washington", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/gr-cityofpt/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-07", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Special Session Civil Service Commission Meeting", "headline": "Civil Service Commission to consider lateral officer hiring list and sergeant exam update", "summary": "The Port Townsend Civil Service Commission will hold a special session to discuss a lateral officer hiring eligibility list and an update on the sergeant exam process. The meeting includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and staff updates on an opening statement.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3866", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3866" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Arts Commission", "headline": "Arts Commission recommends Street Painting proposal to City Council", "summary": "At the July 2, 2026 meeting, the Port Townsend Arts Commission approved the minutes from May 7, 2026 and heard public comments. Commissioners considered staff updates, including a recommendation to forward a Street Painting proposal to the City Council, which was approved by a 7‑to‑1 vote. The board also approved an amended art‑scoring rubric (7‑1) and reviewed the Skate Park Mural Selection Committee’s recommendation to Council. New business included a response to the Council’s work‑plan request and an Arts Education Statement of Support.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3864", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3864" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)", "headline": "Council to vote on 2027-2032 transportation plan; vacate McClellan Street", "summary": "The council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 26-014 adopting the 2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Consent agenda items include a resolution to vacate part of the McClellan Street right-of-way for Vince's Village, approval of bills and minutes, and a scenic bikeway designation. New business includes approval of a skate park muralist, authorization to apply for an NEA Our Town grant, a discussion on rideshare regulation, and first reading of Ordinance 3367 amending city fund codes. Presentations will cover emergency management reorganization and the Evans Vista RFEI.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=4721", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=4721" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Equity, Access, and Rights Advisory Board", "headline": "EAR Board to discuss 2027 workplan, budget, and language access plan", "summary": "The Equity, Access, and Rights Advisory Board will discuss its proposed 2027 workplan and budget (due by end of August), a joint meeting with the Council Culture & Society Committee, a listening session final report, and a six-month review of the 2026 workplan with $11,100 remaining. They will also begin reviewing a Language Access Plan required for state public works funding.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=4109", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=4109" }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Historic Preservation Committee", "headline": "Historic Preservation Committee to discuss workplan, hear planning presentation", "summary": "The Port Townsend Historic Preservation Committee will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings, discuss a workplan letter, and receive an information presentation from Planning Manager Ryan Harriman. The agenda contains no specific votes on permits or projects; all items are advisory to staff.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=5006", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=5006" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Council Infrastructure and Development Committee", "headline": "Committee continues development code debate, considers new fees", "summary": "The Port Townsend Council Infrastructure and Development Committee will hold a continued discussion on proposed changes to Chapter 12 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code and Chapter 6 of the Environmental Design Standards. New business items include considering nexus and proportionality for development, applying system development charges to new density and deferrals, and discussing principles for affordable housing infrastructure assistance funding. The committee will also hear staff updates from the Planning Commission and the Parks, Recreation, Trees and Trails Advisory Board.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3863", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3863" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Planning Commission Meeting", "headline": "Planning Commission to discuss Multi-Family Tax Exemption expansion", "summary": "The Port Townsend Planning Commission will hold discussion items on the Multi-Family Tax Exemption program, subdivision code amendments, and the Mayor's letter on the strategic workplan. Old business includes informational updates on state-mandated development regulation amendments (HB 1757) and historic preservation code changes. No votes or final decisions are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3862", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3862" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Parks Recreation Trees and Trails Advisory Board", "headline": "Board prepares for City Council retreat on 2027 priorities", "summary": "The Parks, Recreation, Trees, and Trails Advisory Board will elect a vice chair, discuss a permit update for a student project at Kah Tai Lagoon, and prepare input for the City Council's upcoming retreat on 2027 workplan priorities. The board will also relocate to the Skate Park at 607 Water St for an artists' presentation at 5:30pm.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3860", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3860" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Equity, Access, and Rights Advisory Board", "headline": "Board to discuss mayor's workplan request due June 26", "summary": "The Equity, Access, and Rights Advisory Board will consider a workplan request from Mayor Howard with a June 26 deadline. They will also discuss an enabling resolution for a joint meeting with the Council Culture & Society Committee and receive an update on the May 30 Listening Session. New members Hope Quinn and Nikki Jardin will be welcomed.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3858", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3858" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)", "headline": "Council to consider ordinance on residential conversions per HB 1757", "summary": "The council will vote on Ordinance 3366, which amends development regulations to allow conversion of existing buildings to residential uses, following HB 1757. A public hearing will set conditions to vacate street rights-of-way in Cappy's Trails. Consent items include approval of the final plat for Madrona Ridge Phase 2 and a fee deferral for a Habitat for Humanity unit. The council also plans to commit up to $600,000 in matching funds for Transportation Improvement Board grant applications.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3857", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3857" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Library Advisory Board", "headline": "Staff liaison will present library program and project updates", "summary": "The Library Advisory Board will hear updates from the staff liaison on library programs and capital projects, introduce a new board member, and review the Advisory Board Handbook. The meeting also includes Friends of the Library updates, member reports, and planning for the next meeting on August 11, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3855", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3855" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Special Session Lodging Tax Advisory Committee", "headline": "LTAC to discuss 2027 workplan, budget, and Wooden Boat Festival impact", "summary": "The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hold a special session to review financial reports, discuss the Wooden Boat Festival's economic impact, and begin planning the 2027 workplan and budget. The committee is advisory only; no binding decisions are made. A letter from the mayor regarding the Council workplan retreat will be considered.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3853", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3853" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "City Council Workshop Meeting (In Person and Virtual)", "headline": "Council reviews Public Services Center plans and ERR analysis", "summary": "The City Council will hear a staff presentation on the Facilities ERR analysis and updates to the Public Services Center planning. Council members will receive public comment on the concepts and then discuss the proposals. An executive session will be held to discuss current or potential litigation with legal counsel. Standard public comment and procedural items are also on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3852", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3852" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Council Finance and Budget Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss proposed sales tax increase and reserve policy update", "summary": "The Port Townsend Council Finance and Budget Committee will meet to discuss several financial management items, including a proposed sales tax increase and an update to the Reserve Balance Policy. The committee will also review first quarter financial reports, the 2027 budget calendar, and a salary and compensation study. No final decisions are expected at this meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3851", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3851" }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "body": "Arts Commission", "headline": "Arts Commission to review 2026 round 2 grants", "summary": "The Port Townsend Arts Commission will review the second round of 2026 grant applications, hear updates from the chair, treasurer, and staff, and discuss workgroup updates including the Arts Awards. The commission also received public comments in support of a rainbow crosswalk and farmers market mural in Uptown, though no action on that item is scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3849", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3849" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Historic Preservation Committee", "headline": "Committee to review Lawrence St multimodal improvements and Main St Uptown project", "summary": "The Historic Preservation Committee will consider two new projects: the Lawrence Street multimodal improvements and the Main Street Uptown enhancement material review. Staff will present details of each project, and the committee will discuss and make recommendations. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, public comment, and scheduling of the next meeting on July 7, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3846", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3846" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Council Infrastructure and Development Committee", "headline": "Subdivision amendments introduced; water/sewer fees and parking standards also discussed", "summary": "The Infrastructure and Development Committee will introduce amendments to subdivision regulations (Chapter 18), discuss revisions to driveway and gravel street rules (Chapter 12) and parking/EDS standards (Chapter 17.72), and review water and sewer system development charges and density. No old business is listed. Public comment will be taken on agenda items.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3848", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3848" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Hearing Examiner- Public Hearing LUP26-013", "headline": "Public hearing on land use permit LUP26-013", "summary": "The Port Townsend Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on June 3, 2026, for land use permit application LUP26-013. The agenda includes only procedural and attendance information; no specific items or decisions are listed.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3845", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3845" }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "body": "City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)", "headline": "Council to hold public hearing on converting buildings to residential uses", "summary": "The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of Ordinance 3366, which would amend development regulations to allow conversion of existing buildings to residential units, following HB 1757. The council will also vote on adopting a new Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Functional Plan 2026. Other actions include awarding a bid for the San Juan Rehabilitation Project and approving crosswalk designs for Chetzemoka Trail enhancements.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3844", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3844" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Parks Recreation Trees and Trails Advisory Board", "headline": "Board to discuss PROS Plan first reading and Hancock Park grant resubmission", "summary": "The Parks, Recreation, Trees, & Trails Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly recommend action on several items. Key topics include a resubmission of the Hancock Park grant to the Recreation Conservation Office, a first reading of the Parks, Recreation, Open Space (PROS) Plan at City Council, and updates on a Farmers' Market planning effort and a floating duck roost design for Kah Tai Lagoon. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair for the coming term.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3841", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3841" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Planning Commission Meeting", "headline": "Planning Commission to discuss HB 1757 zoning amendments", "summary": "The commission will hold a discussion and public comment on state-mandated amendments to development regulations related to HB 1757, which include changes to residential and commercial zoning districts. After staff presentation and public comment, the commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council for adoption. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 9, 2026, and general public comment.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3843", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3843" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Council Culture and Society Committee", "headline": "Committee discusses youth participation and reviews recent meeting minutes", "summary": "The Culture and Society Committee will review and approve minutes from several recent meetings, including the April 16, 2026 advisory board report. Members will discuss the MRSC youth participation program and receive a staff update on the city social media policy draft. The meeting will also include public comment periods and set agenda items for the next meeting on June 18, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3840", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3840" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Hearing Examiner- Public Hearing LUP25-022", "headline": "Hearing Examiner approves 15-lot residential subdivision at 3920 San Juan Avenue", "summary": "The Hearing Examiner approved a preliminary plat application by STRUKT, LLC to subdivide 2.92 acres into 15 residential lots. The development includes a new internal public street, utilities, sidewalks, and tree conservation measures. The project will be developed in three phases.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3839", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3839" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "(ADJOURNED TO JUNE 11, 2026 AT 12:30- DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM) Equity, Access, and Rights Advisory BoardEquity, Access, and Rights Advisory Board", "headline": "Equity, Access, and Rights Advisory Board meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum", "summary": "The May 14, 2026 meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. It has been rescheduled to June 11, 2026 at 12:30 PM. No business was conducted; the planned agenda included updates from work groups, chair nominations, and board operations items.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3834", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=3834" }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "body": "City Council Business Meeting (In Person and Virtual)", "headline": "Public hearing on adopting 2026 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan", "summary": "The council will hold a public hearing on first reading of Ordinance 3365 to adopt the 2026 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Functional Plan, which amends the Comprehensive Plan. Other items include a vote on Ordinance 3364 for 2026 supplemental budget appropriations, consent agenda items such as authorizing the YMCA to operate Mountain View Pool, and new business including a street painting application from the Jefferson County Farmers Market, a recycling contract amendment, discussion of a federal transportation grant, and a resolution to apply for a Recreation Conservation Office grant for Hancock St. Park. Two executive sessions are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3831", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cityofpt.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=3831" } ] }