News and Public Notices

Communication between public agencies in times of crisis

Posted on March 25, 2020

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2020 Communication between public agencies in times of crisis   PORT ORCHARD, WA – In times of crisis such as the outbreak of COVID-19, it is critically important for public agencies to communicate regularly and ensure that essential public services continue uninterrupted. Kitsap County Commissioners and the cities...

City of Port Orchard Public Facilities Closing Until Further Notice

Posted on March 25, 2020

PRESS RELEASE   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2020 City of Port Orchard Public Facilities Closing Until Further Notice   PORT ORCHARD, WA – Effective Thursday, March 26, 2020, City of Port Orchard facilities will be closing for a minimum of 2 weeks per Governor Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order. Essential City employees and...

March 24, 2020, City Council Regular Meeting Canceled

Posted on March 24, 2020

PRESS RELEASE  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: City Clerk’s Office March 24, 2020 March 24, 2020, City Council Regular Meeting Canceled PORT ORCHARD, WA – Notice is hereby given that a majority of the Port Orchard City Council has canceled the March 24, 2020, regularly scheduled City Council meeting due to Governor Inslee’s 2-week ‘stay-at-home’ order....

Well 13 Drilling Project 24 Hour Shift Plan

Posted on March 23, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE Well No. 13 Drilling Project 24 Hour Shift Plan PORT ORCHARD, WA – Schneider Water Services will be conducting 24-hour shifts on Well 13 located near the intersection of Bethel Road and Highway 160. They are scheduled to begin work on Monday, March 30, 2020, and anticipates the work to be completed on...

City of Port Orchard Experiencing Telephone Issues

Posted on March 20, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE City of Port Orchard Experiencing Telephone Issues PORT ORCHARD, WA – It has been brought to our attention that our telephone service is experiencing issues and some calls may not be reaching City staff. If you are unable to reach City Hall, and it is not urgent, please try again shortly. If you...

City of Port Orchard Public Facilities Closing to the Public

Posted on March 18, 2020

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2020 City of Port Orchard Public Facilities Closing to the Public  PORT ORCHARD, WA – Effective Thursday, March 19, 2020, City of Port Orchard will close customer service counters in City Hall and the Department of Community Development, until further notice. Exceptions will be made for Court proceedings...

Waste Management Temporarily Closing Residential Call Centers

Posted on March 18, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE Waste Management Temporarily Closing Residential Call Centers PORT ORCHARD, WA – Please see the below message the City received from Waste Management: At Waste Management, we are committed to putting people first. The health and safety of our employees, customers and communities is our highest priority. Based on the latest information from the...

City of Port Orchard Service Reductions Effective March 16, 2020

Posted on March 16, 2020

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2020 City of Port Orchard Service Reductions Effective March 16, 2020 PORT ORCHARD, WA – As City of Port Orchard citizens are aware, we are experiencing an unprecedented health and safety event. We know the community is concerned about COVID-19, and we share your concerns. As we monitor...

Emergency Administrative Order Regarding Port Orchard Municipal Court

Posted on March 16, 2020

Emergency Administrative Order Regarding Port Orchard Municipal Court Please read the Emergency Order regarding most upcoming court dates for Port Orchard Municipal Court Court Policy Regarding Illness If you are sick or experiencing flu-like symptoms such as a cough, fever, or other respiratory problems, please do not come into the Port Orchard City Building.  If...

Port Orchard Community Service Day Postponed

Posted on March 16, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE Port Orchard Community Service Day Postponed PORT ORCHARD, WA – The health and well-being of our community is one of our top priorities. Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 and the need to practice social distancing, we will be postponing the March 21, 2020, Port Orchard Community Service Day until further notice. Please...

City of Port Orchard Preventative Measures

Posted on March 13, 2020

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the COVID-19 virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person: Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Based on the information available to the City of Port...

Spring Clean Up Week – May 4th through May 8th

Posted on March 13, 2020

 

Shape your future! Take the 2020 Census today.

Posted on March 12, 2020

PORT ORCHARD, WA – The 2020 Census is now available to be completed online, by phone or by mail. Your response matters! For more information visit https://www.2020census.gov/  or on our website at https://www.cityofportorchard.us/2020-census/   ###