- Commissioners’ Corner: Nov. 3, 2026 meeting summarySpecial Meeting: Public Hearing on proposed 2027 Operating and Capital budgets Executive Director Ally Bujacich and Director of Finance Jessica Wigle presented the proposed 2027 Operating and Capital budgets to the Board of Park Commissioners. The budgets were developed using a conservative outlook with judicious spending and intentional growth within the operating reserves to ensureRead more Commissioners’ Corner: Nov. 3, 2026 meeting summary
- Narrows Park Closure Nov. 16Narrows Park will be closed all day Monday, November 16 for hazard tree removal. For public safety, please obey all park closed signs. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s patience while this work is done to keep the park safe. Work is weather dependent.
- Jingle Bell Breakfast tickets now on saleWe’re excited to welcome families to our Jingle Bell Breakfast on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 at the PenMet Parks Recreation Center. Enjoy a hot breakfast, seasonal crafts and activities, and complimentary photos with Santa. Bring a donation for the Kiwanis Club of Gig Harbor’s annual gift drive and help spread holiday cheer throughout our community.Read more Jingle Bell Breakfast tickets now on sale
- Public hearing: Proposed 2027 Operating & Capital budgetsThe Board of Park Commissioners is holding a special meeting Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 5 p.m. for the purpose of hosting a public hearing on the proposed 2027 Operating and Capital budgets. The public is invited to attend to hear about the proposed budgets, and to provide comments to commissioners. A second public hearing isRead more Public hearing: Proposed 2027 Operating & Capital budgets
- Commissioners’ Corner: Oct. 20, 2026 meeting summaryStudy Session Adaptive Recreation presentation The Board of Park Commissioners received an update on the District’s Adaptive Recreation program from Park Services Director Tracy Gallaway. The update included a presentation from Paralympic Basketball Gold Medalist Megan Blunk, who contracted with PenMet Parks to host an Adaptive Sports and Recreation Camp in August at the PenMetRead more Commissioners’ Corner: Oct. 20, 2026 meeting summary
2023
- 2021-2022 Accountability and Financial Audit Reports
- PenMet Parks Hosts Community Open House on Fox Island
- PenMet Parks Administrative Office is Moving December 4 and 5
- A Thanksgiving Message From The Executive Director
- Temporary Closure of Parking Lot at Rotary Bark Park
- 2024 Proposed Budget
- Reminder: PROS Plan Second Reading at October 17 Board of Commissioners Meeting
- PROS Plan Scheduled for First Reading at Oct 3 and Second Reading at Oct 17 Board of Commissioners Meetings
- PenMet Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan Study Session Scheduled For September 26
- Peninsula Metropolitan Park District Hosts Levy Renewal Informational Events
- PenMet Parks Hosts Community Recreation Center Groundbreaking on August 24
- PenMet Parks Hosts Pierce County Trails Clean-Up Day July 29
- Peninsula Metropolitan Park District Board of Commissioners Pass Resolution for Levy Renewal
- Peninsula Metropolitan Park District accepting applications for levy renewal committee members
- Bear sighting at Rotary Bark Park
2022
- 2023 Budget Book
- Announcing Community Feasibility Studies for a Public Senior Space and for a Public Aquatic Space
- Request for Proposal: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan Update No. 2022.02
- 2023 Proposed Budget
- Introducing the PenMet Parks Community Park Request App
- Island Blvd. Property Information
- Request for Proposals: Community Aquatics Center and Dedicated Senior Space Feasibility Studies RFP No. 2022.001 (Addendum #1 included)
- PenMet Parks Speaks at the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce Public Affairs Forum
- Seeking Bids for an Existing Building Renovation, Septic Improvements, and Tee-Box Demolition
- Increased Staffing at the DeMolay Sandspit Begins for the Summer
- 2022 Building Demolition Project (Seeking Bids)
- Request for Qualifications for Architectural/Engineering Services – Rosedale Hall Project RFQ No. 2022.001
- Capital Campaign Consulting Services
- 2022 Budget Book
- Community Recreation Center Open House
- SUNRISE BEACH UPDATE FOR JANUARY 18, 2022
- Strategic Planning Professional Services
- WEATHER ADVISORY UPDATE FOR JANUARY 6, 2022
- WEATHER ADVISORY UPDATE FOR JANUARY 3, 2022
- 2022 Budget
- WEATHER ADVISORY UPDATE FOR JANUARY 1, 2022
2021
- WEATHER ADVISORY UPDATE FOR DECEMBER 30, 2021
- WEATHER ADVISORY UPDATE FOR DECEMBER 29, 2021
- WEATHER ADVISORY UPDATE FOR DECEMBER 28, 2021
- WEATHER ADVISORY UPDATE FOR DECEMBER 27, 2021
- Weather Advisory: Parks are currently closed to vehicular traffic due to snow.
- Weather Advisory
- PenMet Parks Recreation Services Assessment
- 2022 Proposed Budget
- PenMet Parks Park Host Program Frequently Asked Questions
- Fireworks Prohibited
- Heat Advisory & Summer Camp Update
- 2021 Budget Book
- Peninsula Metropolitan Park District (PenMet Parks) Receives Bond Rating Upgrade Rated AA with Low Interest Rate
- Request for Proposal: PenMet Parks Compensation Study and Human Resources Specialist (Addendum #1 – May 21, 2021)
- PenMet Parks partners with Pierce County to offer “Kids Need to Play!” program
- Request for Proposal: PenMet Parks Compensation Study and Human Resources Specialist
- Sunrise Beach Dr. NW repairs start May 3rd
- Hale Pass Project Update
- Design for the future Community Recreation Center is underway.
- Peninsula Metropolitan Park District names permanent Executive Director Ally Bujacich to take the helm of the maturing park district
- PenMet Parks Updates Safe Start Guidelines for Sports
- Inclement Weather Advisory: Parks Closed to Vehicular Traffic
- Inclement Weather Advisory
- PenMet Parks Finalizes Community Recreation Center Feasibility, Concept Design, and Proforma Report
- Our Website Has a New Look!
- 2021 Budget Summary
2020
- PenMet Parks drafting Community Recreation Center Feasibility, Concept Design, and Proforma Report
- COVID-19/Coronavirus Update
- COVID-19/Coronavirus Update
- 2020 Budget
- PenMet Parks Seeks Community Input
- Fireworks Prohibited
- Nature Preserve Reminder
- Camps, Classes, Leagues, and Activities
- The District reminds visitors to recreate responsibly
- Guidelines for visiting parks during COVID-19
- Comprehensive Financial Management Policy
- PenMet Parks tentative re-opening framework
- PenMet Parks Braces for Budget Impacts
- All In Activities
- Request for Qualifications to Design Community Recreation Center
- Community Recreation Center Steering Committee
- Sale and Purchase of Community Recreation Center Property Completed
- 2019 Annual Report
2019
- PenMet Parks Finalizes Purchase of Performance Golf Center
- Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Approved
- 2018 Annual Report
- Executive Director Announcement
- PenMet Builds Community with Recreation Center
- Executive Director Open House
- Board of Directors Approves Plans for Purchase & Sale Agreement
- Project Background and Update
- Sehmel Homestead Park Turf Lighting Project
- Indoor Soccer Center Closing
- Women’s Wellness Expo 2019
- Interim Director Announcement
- PenMet PROS Plan 2018
- PenMet Open House Displays
- 2018 Budget
- 2019 Budget
- Financial Statements Audit Report (2017-18)
- Accountability Audit Report (2017-18)
- Community Recreation Center Announcement