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Within the next 10 years, the city of Gig Harbor may need to drill a new well and upgrade its stormwater treatment plant. Those projects could force another rate increase.
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Due to the state government’s ongoing budget shortfall, the city is bracing for losing $465,000 to $930,000 in sales tax revenue.
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The latest recommendation would steer more money toward the Chamber of Commerce, which handles tourism marketing for the city.
Read More about Committee reworks funding recommendations for lodging tax grants
The city Salary Commission voted to increase the salary of the mayor and city council members by 5 percent, bringing the mayor’s monthly pay to $2,415 and each council member’s monthly pay to $840.
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The council voted 5-1 to adopt a 12-year multi-family tax exemption program. But what happens after 12 years?
Read More about City adopts tax incentive program to encourage affordable housing
The city wants to make it easier for homeowners to build accessory dwelling units.
Read More about Planning Commission recommends higher building threshold in low-density areas
No organization will get everything it wants if the city adopts the plan put forward by the LTAC Committee.
Read More about Committee finds compromise on lodging tax recommendation
The city Parks Commission also weighed in on a proposal from the Rotary Club of Gig Harbor to launch a memorial tree program.
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The state requires Gig Harbor to accommodate more affordable housing. But many who live in the city fear proposed changes will alter Gig Harbor’s character.
Read More about Proposed changes to density rules get pushback at Planning Commission meeting
The city of Gig Harbor is accepting public comment on the Harbor Winds development through Wednesday, Aug. 19.
Read More about Revised Harbor Winds plans call for 77 homes to replace forest east of Highway 16