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Pursuing Housing For All - Port Angeles Municipal Code Amendment

The City of Port Angeles is amending the municipal code to reduce barriers to housing production, build residential capacity, promote flexibility, and make developing and finding attainable housing easier for all.

24-Hour Restroom Pilot Project

In December 2022, the City unveiled three new public restrooms in downtown Port Angeles. The facilities, known as Portland Loos, are open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Race Street Complete Design and Construction Phase I

The City will soon begin constructing the initial phase of a three-phase project to improve the Race Street corridor, connecting the Olympic Discovery Trail and Port Angeles’ waterfront to the Olympic National Park Visitor Center.

City Council Approves 0.1% Transportation Benefit District Tax Increase, Effective January 1, 2024

On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, the City Council approved an ordinance to increase the Transportation Benefit District Tax by 0.1%. The increase, which takes effect January 1, 2024, reflects the City’s commitment to enhancing transportation infr...

Project Update: Wastewater Capacity Improvements

On Tuesday, September 12^th, the City of Port Angeles with contractor Scarsella Bros, Inc. will begin excavation and pipe installation work across the intersection of Marine Drive & South Tumwater Truck Route. This work is part of the Wastewater Capaci...

Port Angeles City Manager Declares Stage III Water Shortage

In response to continuously decreasing flows in the Elwha River, our primary source of drinking water, and in accordance with City Council action taken on September 5, 2023, City Manager Nathan A. West has declared a Stage III Water Shortage.  Th...

Get Involved – Apply to Join a City Board, Commission or Committee!

The City of Port Angeles has a variety of advisory boards, commissions, and committees. From beautification programs to public safety services, these advisory groups offer an opportunity for dedicated individuals to weigh in on a range of important issues...

Conserving Water for a Greener Tomorrow

As we enter the final stretch of summer, water conservation remains a top priority. As flows decrease in the Elwha River, the City’s primary water supply, practicing mindful water usage is essential. Below are tips and strategies that will help ...

Have Your Say: Participate in the Resident Sentiment Survey on Tourism

The Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau (OPVB), in collaboration with MMGY NextFactor and its partners, is developing a five-year Tourism Master Plan. This plan will consider how the tourism economy could grow on the Olympic Peninsula, while also enhancing l...

“City Shade” Street Tree Program - Apply Now to Volunteer or Request a Free Tree!

The City is proud to announce the launch of the “City Shade” Street Tree Program, an initiative developed by community member Paul Forrest in partnership with the City of Port Angeles. As part of this program, residents of Port Angeles...

UPDATED Construction on Race Street - Detour Route Provided

August 17, 2023 Update: 

The existing detour, located on Race Street between east Lauridsen Boulevard and Park Avenue, is now expected to remain in place through Friday, August 25th, while curb, gutter and sidewalk ramp installation work continues...

Press Release: City Council Approves Limited Moratorium on New Short-Term Rentals

On Tuesday, June 6th, the City Council approved an ordinance establishing a moratorium on new short-term rentals located in residential zones. The purpose of the moratorium is to limit the creation and potential impacts of new short-term rentals until app...

Make Every Day Earth Day

April 22nd is Earth Day; a time to celebrate the beauty of our environment, and an opportunity to consider the actions we can take to protect it for future generations. 

While Earth Day comes around only once a year, we can take daily actions to p...

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