Arts Commission announces Creative Endeavor Grants Program

The Gig Harbor Arts Commission has launched a Creative Endeavor grants program to support the work of local arts and culture organizations. The goal is to award grants to increase arts and cultural opportunities available to the people of Gig Harbor. All ...

Memorial Day Half-Staff Reminder

Flags will be lowered on Monday in remembrance of those who have died in our nation's service. The Civic Center will be closed.

The US flag on city properties will be flown at half-staff  until noon this Memorial Day, May 27th, 2019.  We encourage all citizens to join us in this remembrance.

Maritime Gig Festival Street Closures

Beginning Saturday, June 1 at 5:00am and ending on Sunday, June 2 at 7:00pm there will be street closures to accommodate the Maritime Gig Festival and associated events.

Beginning on Saturday, June 1 at 5:00 a.m. and ending on Sunday, June 2 at 7:00 p.m., the following streets will be closed:

• Harborview Drive – Rosedale Street to 3026 Harborview Drive (Tickled Pink Retail Shop)
• Pioneer Way – Tarabochia Street to Harborview ...

Join Our Team!!

The City of Gig Harbor is currently hiring for: Senior Wastewater Treatment Operator, Associate Engineer, Building Inspector, City Attorney, and Stormwater Engineering Technician!!

For more information or to apply please visit www.govjobstoday.com and select City of Gig Harbor. 

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Apply for a Fireworks Permit Starting Monday, April 15

A reminder that the City will be accepting fireworks stand permit applications during the period between April 15 and June 1. All packets must be postdated or dropped off within that time frame.

Click here for instructions and applications. If you need additional information, contact Helia Johnston at johnstonh@cityofgigharbor.net.

Bring Your Own Bag Law Goes Into Effect on June 18th

The Gig Harbor City Council passed the Bring Your Own Bag (BYOB) ordinance on December 10, 2018. This law goes into effect June 18, 2019. At that time all retail establishments in Gig Harbor will be required to comply.

The purpose of the BYOB law is to encourage shoppers to choose reusable bags which will help reduce waste and litter from disposable carryout bags.

The Main Elements of the Law Are:

• Thin plastic carryout bags may no longer be distributed at any Gig Harbor r...

Design Review Meeting-CANCELLED

Thursday May 23rd, 2019 the City of Gig Harbor Design Review Board Meeting has been cancelled.

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION:

Hearing Examiner Hearing

Thursday June 6th, 2019, the City of Gig Harbor Hearing Examiner Hearing has been cancelled.

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION: 

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO, 1416

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1416

of the City of Gig Harbor, Washington

On the 13^th of May, 2019, the City Council of the City of Gig Harbor, passed Ordinance No. 1416, the main point of which may be summarized by its title as follows:

AN ORDINANCE OF ...

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO, 1415

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1415

of the City of Gig Harbor, Washington

On the 13^th of May, 2019, the City Council of the City of Gig Harbor, passed Ordinance No. 1415, the main point of which may be summarized by its title as follows:

AN ORDINANCE OF ...

Public Hearing Notice - Amendment to GHMC Chapter 17.61 Related to Small Wireless Facilities

Tuesday, May 28, 2019 – 5:30 PM - Gig Harbor Civic Center Council Chambers

Notice is hereby given that the City of Gig Harbor City Council is holding a public hearing to solicit community feedback on an amendment to Gig Harbor Municipal Code Chapter 17.61 related to small wireless facilities. You are invited to provide comment t...

Public Hearing Notice - 2019 Comprehensive Plan Docket POSTPONED FROM MAY 28TH

Monday, June 10, 2019, 5:30PM in the Gig Harbor Civic Center Council Chambers

Notice is hereby given that the City of Gig Harbor City Council is holding a public hearing to solicit community feedback on the 2019 Comprehensive Plan Docket. You are invited to provide comment to the City Council at the hearing or in writing as outline...

Design Review Meeting

Thursday May 23rd, 2019 at 5:00 pm | The City of Gig Harbor Design Review Board will meet to review the proposal to construct two mixed use, low impact development buildings located at 7516 and 7526 Pioneer Way.

THIS ITEM HAS BEEN WITHDRAWN FROM THE AGENDA FOR THIS DATE.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - BANKING SERVICES

The City of Gig Harbor (City) is soliciting proposals for a primary banking relationship.

Qualified banks interested in providing banking services to the city over a three year period should submit a written proposal using the official forms provided in the link below.  Proposals will be received until 1:00 p.m., Monday, June 3, 2019....