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City Council Discusses Course for Management Transition and Interim Manager
Special workshop on July 27 maps out options for filling leadership vacancy.
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Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro to Step Down, Accepts Bainbridge Island Position
City manager reflects on nearly seven years of transformational leadership, infrastructure progress and the bittersweet decision to leave.
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City Council Advances Major Infrastructure Projects and Acknowledges City Manager Departure
Council approves loan applications for sewer projects and discusses collaboration with the county regarding the future Mill Road lift station.
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Affordable Hometown Port Townsend’s Appeal Hearing on the City of Port Townsend’s Comprehensive Plan
GMHB hearing held July 7, 2026; Board decision expected August 19, 2026.
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City Council Retreat Prioritizes Housing and Infrastructure for 2027 Budget
After an all-day workshop meeting, City Council and staff narrow down potential projects for the following year.
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Port Townsend City Council Tackles Rideshare, Evan’s Vista Update and Emergency Management in Wide-Ranging Meeting
Finalist for skatepark mural and transportation plan approved, and planning for managerial transition.
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Port Townsend’s City Manager Pay
Past debt and the road ahead: An in-depth analysis of John Mauro’s salary and potential departure.
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Port Townsend Approves Park Upgrades, Housing Conversions and Grant Applications
Chetzemoka Park renovations, new housing rules and transportation grants.
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Port Townsend Explores Long-Term Funding for Aging Facilities, Plans for New City Shops
City workshop meeting explored proactive budget planning and new workshops.
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Port Townsend Council Moves to Boost Housing
Council adopts parks plan and backs salmon-themed crosswalks.
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Port Townsend Council Breaks the Mold with First 'Round Table' Workshop
A new format of public engagement proved successful.
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Affordable Hometown PT Rejects City’s Counteroffer
With no settlement agreed upon, the Growth Management Act appeal continues.