August 6, 2026, Special City Council Meeting

The City of Port Orchard held a special City Council meeting on August 6, 2026, to interview candidates for the vacant Position 5 seat and consider an appointment. Candidates discussed growth management, permitting, transportation congestion, housing, public safety, infrastructure, and fiscal stewardship. Infrastructure concerns included sewer capacity and conveyance, water-system connections, the marina pump station, downtown waterfront improvements, and transportation projects; candidates also discussed pursuing grants and ensuring growth helps pay for its infrastructure. One council member recused herself from the appointment process, citing a pending grievance involving the city attorney and the vacancy process.

After an executive session to evaluate candidate qualifications, the council unanimously appointed Tiffany Mitchell to fill Position 5. No contract awards, solicitations, vendor selections, or other procurement actions were identified.