MAYOR MARKLEY'S
TOP 5: WEEK OF JULY 15
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2) Congratulations to the Gig Harbor Peninsula FISH Food Bank on their Grand Opening! I was so pleased to be part of the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new home of our long-standing local food bank, joined by other local elected officials, including State Representative Michelle Caldier, State Senator Emily Randall, and several of our City Councilmembers.
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The City of Gig Harbor is so proud to be one of the contributors to this new building, providing a much-needed resource to our community. The new space gives more room for grocery and clothing, as well as new warehouse space. You can watch the full ribbon cutting here... |
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3) Did you know the Harbor History Museum keeps a storied Gig Harbor tradition going each year? What better time to explore our beaches than throughout the month of July! The Round Rock Contest started back in 1951 - you can view each year’s winners on display at the Harbor History Museum. Entries are accepted on site at the Museum throughout July – enter the roundest rock you can find for a chance to win a cash prize – winners will be announced on August 20, 2022 at the History Museum’s annual fundraiser, History Rocks! You can find more details below on the contest's rules!
4) Traffic Impacts This Coming Week: This coming Monday, July 18, starting at 8:00AM, Peninsula Light Company will be performing work at the Harborview/ Stinson roundabout that requires traffic control for all three legs of the roundabout. This work is scheduled to take one day to complete. Please expect longer than normal traffic delays during this work and use alternative routes if possible. We're so close to the end of the project, and I already see a great continual flow of traffic!
5) The City is a great place to work, and we're looking forward to adding to our team soon. New career opportunities with the City include: Community Development Director, Construction Supervisor, Lateral Police Officer, Public Works Assistant, Public Works Laborer, Senior Engineer (coming soon!), and Wastewater Operator/Operator in Training. If you're interested or know someone who would be a great fit, Check out the full list and description of positions available here.
Wishing you a wonderful summer Harbor weekend,
- Mayor Tracie Markley
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ROUND ROCK TREASURE HUNT
Happening now through June 30!
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The Harbor History Museum is once again hosting the historic Round Rock Competition! Created back in 1951 by C.E. Shaw, a popular Gig Harbor figure who was always looking for ways to have fun, Shaw had become well known for entertaining Gig Harbor with Rooster Races in the 30's and 40's.
The concept for the contest is simple. Participants search for the roundest natural rock they can find and submit it to the Harbor History Museum. All rock entries must have been found in Washington State, be naturally formed, and meet the size specifications in our rules (loosely, no smaller than a ping-pong ball and no larger than a softball).
Submissions may be dropped off Wednesday - Saturday through July 30th between 11A to 4P. Email operations@harborhistorymuseum.org with any questions. Winners will be announced on August 20, 2022 at History Rocks. Cash prizes will be awarded to the five rocks judged to be the most perfectly spherical rocks.
Be sure to see the winning entries at History Rocks and enjoy an evening with a special outdoor concert, featuring Jr. Cadillac, behind-the-scenes museum tours, food and drinks! Tickets start at $100 with special table options available.
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2022 PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE |
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The City of Gig Harbor and its contractor, Miles Resources, Inc., will perform upcoming repair and maintenance improvements on various streets throughout the city.
The street segments where the work will occur consist of:
- 45th Street Court (near the library)
- Briarwood Lane
- Point Fosdick Drive between Olympic Drive and Harbor Country Drive
- Woodhill Drive
- the left turn lanes from Olympic Drive westbound to Point Fosdick Drive southbound
- Hollycroft Street between Olympic Drive and Reid Drive
Impacts to the Public: City Council awarded a construction contract to Miles Resources on June 27. Construction of the 2022 Pavement Maintenance work will commence within the next three weeks. The contractor will perform work on some of the street segments during the night. Temporary traffic control devices will be in place during work hours.
GIG HARBOR IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS DURING CONSTRUCTION
PLEASE SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES! ACCESS TO BUSINESSES and RESIDENCES WILL BE MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.
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GIG HARBOR DOWNTOWN WATERFRONT ALLIANCE RECEIVES MAIN STREET ACCREDITATION |
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Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of Accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™. The Alliance joins 862 other communities across the nation in receiving this designation.
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SUMMER SOUNDS AT SKANSIE:
THE PROFITS | TUESDAY, JULY 19
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It's not summer in Gig Harbor until you've spent a Tuesday evening downtown with music, dancing & local foodie favorites on site!
Our annual City of Gig Harbor summer concert series continues this next week, featuring The Profits on Tuesday, July 19, who describe themselves as "the most serious cover band ever," covering everyone from Johnny Cash to the Violent Femmes, Billy Idol to Tammy Wynette, and both Elvises, or a Stevie Wonder/Queen/Styx medley, for example. RSVP HERE.
Your City Councilmembers will also be at the City booth. Be sure to stop by to chat about what's happening at the City, and enter to win reserved front-row seats for The Beatniks on August 9!
The event starts at 6:00PM, and ends at 8:00PM. Pack a picnic or order in advance from your favorite downtown eateries, with Millville Pizza, iScreamery and Pink Gorilla on site.
Questions on when you can set out concert chairs this year? Be polite and respectful of your neighbors, but no time limit stands for this year. We cannot assure your chairs will be untouched by others.
As a reminder, roping off seats and chairs/blankets on the Jerisich Dock Viewing Platform is not permitted. No tents or canopies are allowed, but small umbrellas can be used – we ask that all attendees please be respectful of their neighbors. All Gig Harbor parks are smoke, vape and alcohol-free.
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FRIDAY MOVIES AT SEHMEL HOMESTEAD PARK:
HOMEWARD BOUND | FRIDAY, JULY 22
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Next Friday, we'll present family classic Homeward Bound at the grass amphitheater at Sehmel Homestead Park. Trivia starts at 8:30PM, the film will start at dusk, run time is 1 hour, 24 minutes.
Lawn games and trivia will be featured prior to the start of each film. Food and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome.
Movies in the Park are free to the public. Kitsap Bank provides free popcorn, Pink Gorilla will offer concessions for purchase, and films are presented by the City of Gig Harbor and PenMet Parks, with special thanks to our presenting sponsor, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.
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THIS WEEKEND:
CHALK THE HARBOR
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Children, families and adults are invited to decorate Gig Harbor's Downtown Waterfront sidewalks during Chalk the Harbor on Saturday, July 15, from 10A to 3P.
Register for this FREE community event on the day of the event at Skansie Brothers Park, or in the Finholm district in front of Devoted Kiss Cafe. Chalk is provided for you at registration. For comfort, you may want to bring a chair or knee pads. A maritime theme is encouraged!
Certificates of award are given in the following categories: Kids, Family, High School, College Students, Adult, Best Maritime-Nautical Art and Group.
For more information call the Alliance office at 253-514-0071.
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THIS WEEKEND:
GIG HARBOR SUMMER ARTS FESTIVAL
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The 36th Annual Gig Harbor Summer Art Festival will be held on Saturday, July 16 & Sunday, July 17 on Judson Street in downtown Gig Harbor, just a block from the waterfront.
Brought to you by the Peninsula Art League, fine artists and crafters from the Pacific Northwest and around the country display their work in approximately 120 booths. The festivities include food, music, a literary corner for authors and illustrators, a kids corner and a local art show.
As a part of the Gig Harbor Summer Art Festival, the City of Gig Harbor will be closing Judson Street between Pioneer Way and Soundview Drive, Stanich Lane, Gilich Avenue, Adams Street, and Thurston Lane, starting on Friday, July 15 at 4:00P until Sunday, July 17, 2022 at 8:00P.
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GOOD TO KNOW:
GIG HARBOR'S
CAMPAIGN SIGN GUIDE
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With campaign season heating up for the August Primary and November General Elections, it's important to remember that the City's Sign Code needs to be observed for all temporary signs on public and private property.
There are regulations which govern the allowable sign area, the number of temporary signs allowed, and the maximum duration a temporary sign may be displayed.
Permits to place a temporary sign on public right-of-way can be easily and freely obtained through the City's permit portal. Signs installed without a permit are subject to civil penalty charges.
Read more about the City's requirements for temporary signs on public right-of-way or private property.
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AUGUST 2:
National Night Out &
Summer Sounds with Mark Hurwitz & Gin Creek
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NOW - AUGUST 11:
Uptown Concert
Series
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AUGUST 20:
Harbor History Museum
History Rocks
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City of Gig Harbor | 253-853-3554 | 3510 Grandview St
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