Government

Gig Harbor Now provides citizens the information they need to oversee and participate in the city of Gig Harbor, Pierce County and smaller governing bodies.

Does Gig Harbor have a parking problem?

May 21, 2026 | By:

A study presented recently to the City Council raises the specter of paid and timed parking in some areas of Gig Harbor. But staff said the city “isn’t anywhere near” needing to take that step.

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Solan a candidate for Pierce County Council after court victory

May 21, 2026 | By:

A Pierce County judge ruled that Mike Solan, a Seattle police officer and former union president, is eligible to run for Pierce County Council.

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Rush proposes 10 new homes off 38th Avenue

May 20, 2026 | By:

A 10-home subdivision is planned for 3.5 acres off 38th Avenue, near Peninsula Baptist Church and the Harborland mobile home park.

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Council mixed over North Creek culvert replacement project options

May 20, 2026 | By:

City staff suggested proceeding with a culvert replacement, but not replacing remote site incubators for salmon. One council member said he’d rather scrap the project altogether.

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U.S. Rep. Randall to host town hall in Gig Harbor

May 19, 2026 | By:

Randall’s office said it will share the specific location with those who RSVP for the town hall at least 48 hours before it begins.

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Solar array in Purdy ready to start producing power

May 13, 2026 | By:

The solar array at the old Purdy landfill site can open as soon as Pierce County and PenLight finalize a couple of agreements.

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Rotary Club offers to organize North Creek restoration efforts

May 13, 2026 | By:

The Rotary Club of Gig Harbor wants to help organize volunteer efforts to improve the health of North Creek and its watershed.

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Here’s how some of those bills in Olympia will affect life in Gig Harbor

May 12, 2026 | By:

We spoke with Mayor Mary Barber and City Administrator Katrina Knutson about legislation the city supported and opposed during the 2026 legislative session.

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Filing week is over; here’s who will be on ballots this year

May 08, 2026 | By:

Randy Phillips filed to run for a state House position, Damon Townsend joined the race for Pierce County auditor and Ann E. Jolie will seek a county council seat.

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Historic Preservation Commission discusses incoming affordable housing updates

May 06, 2026 | By:

The state-mandated changes won’t have a substantial impact on the city’s historic preservation zone, staff assured a city commission.

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