PAB Meeting 03/18/2026

The Kitsap County Parks Advisory Board held a meeting on March 18, 2026, primarily focused on park management, community engagement, and ongoing projects within the county's park system. Key procurement-related discussions included the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a park impact fee study, with five proposals received and under review, and the posting of a bid for the replacement of synthetic turf at Gordon 1 soccer field, with a pre-bid site visit scheduled. The board also discussed delays in the Eagle's Nest deck project due to federal funding priorities by the US Coast Guard. Additionally, the meeting highlighted a developing partnership with Olympic College for use and potential capital investment in baseball facilities. Public comments centered on the use and management of Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park, with extensive community input on trail use, volunteer maintenance efforts, and environmental concerns. The board deferred approval of February meeting minutes to the next session to further consider public comment inclusion policies. The meeting concluded with an update on the anticipated May 2nd opening of the Port Gamble North Gateway parking lot, pending signage installation.