The Peninsula Metropolitan Park District (PenMet Parks) was created in May of 2004 by a majority vote of Peninsula residents. The District's mission is "to enhance the quality of life on the Gig Harbor Peninsula by providing park and recreational opportunities for all of its citizens". This mission is only accomplished by working with you and others.
A special Commission meeting is planned for Monday, February 8th at 5:00 p.m. at the PenMet Parks Administrative Office, 3622 Grandview Street. See the attached agenda.
The next regularly scheduled Commission meeting is planned for Monday, February 22nd at 6:00 p.m. at the PenMet Parks Administrative Office, 3622 Grandview Street.
Volunteer Park Host Needed Peninsula Metropolitan Park District (PenMet Parks), Sehmel Homestead Park in Gig Harbor. Daily: open and secure facilities, litter detail, minor maintenance, and visible site presence. Park host will receive full utility hook-up. Hosts are for two/three month blocks, year-round. See attached Host Request Form. For additional information, call 253-858-3400.
PenMet Parks Awards Bid for Sehmel Homestead Park The PenMet Parks Board of Park Commissioners awards Sehmel Homestead Park Project to Woodworth and Company of Tacoma in the amount of $7,031,908. You can now follow progress on the construction activity at Sehmel Homestead Park. Just click here and we'll do our best to tell you what's happening on a regular basis.
District's PEG Grant The PenMet Parks Board of Park Commissioners created a $65,000 matching grant program to help enhance Gig Harbor Peninsula area parks. The program is designed to encourage and assist individuals, businesses, and community groups interested in expanding park and recreation opportunities, and improving the quality of life on the peninsula. Click here for additional information and an application.