Gig Harbor, Washington Development News

Gig Harbor Council Ranks 2027-28 Capital Projects, Harborview Revitalization Under Review

The Gig Harbor City Council reviewed and ranked proposed capital projects for the 2027-28 budget cycle, focusing on parks and streets. Staff presented preliminary costs and sought council input on prioritization. A significant discussion arose regarding the Harborview Drive Downtown Revitalization project, with an estimated cost of $12 million, leading to a recommendation to remove it from the current pavement maintenance project design to be revisited later. The council also provided input on various park projects, including the Crescent Creek Park Phase 1A design, restroom renovation, Cushman Trail connection, and barn stabilization, and street projects like the 50th Street Court Improvement and intersection enhancements. The process involved council members using stickers to indicate their priorities, with the results intended to inform the final budget draft. Discussions also touched upon staff capacity, potential grant opportunities, and the need for future study sessions on topics like pavement maintenance and AI-driven road assessments.