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We Need Your Input! Draft 2025 Stormwater Management Program Plan

The City of Port Orchard is inviting residents and stakeholders to contribute their feedback on the Draft 2025 Stormwater Management Program Plan, emphasizing the importance of community input to enhance local water quality and stormwater management efforts. Comments are requested by March 10, 2025, and can be submitted via email after reviewing the plan available online.

NOA Description McCormick Campus SR 16 Park Ride PO Number PW24-061 - Port Orchard

The City of Port Orchard has issued a public notice regarding a development proposal for a new park and ride facility, inviting community input on the Draft 2025 Stormwater Management Program Plan. The proposal includes the construction of a 276-stall parking lot, with a comment period open until February 27, 2025, allowing residents to voice their opinions. This initiative is crucial for enhancing local transportation infrastructure and community engagement.

Current Road Closures - Port Orchard

Port Orchard, WA, is currently facing significant road closures due to snow and freezing conditions, with city crews actively working to clear priority routes. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about these closures and participate in the upcoming Land Use Committee meeting regarding the 2025 Stormwater Management Program Plan.

Waste Management-No Collections 252025

WM has suspended all residential collection routes in Port Orchard and Kitsap County on February 5, 2025, due to unsafe road conditions. Customers will be notified to remove their containers and can set out a double load on their next scheduled collection day. For more details, the service alerts page has been updated.

Potential Severe Weather Alert

Port Orchard is preparing for potential severe weather, urging residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions. Essential updates include checking the latest weather forecasts and familiarizing oneself with designated snow routes to ensure safe travel. The city emphasizes that public safety is its top priority during this weather alert.

Bay St Temporary Road Closure - Port Orchard

Bay Street in Port Orchard is temporarily closed due to flooding caused by king tides and heavy rains, affecting traffic between Cline and Sidney. The road will reopen once the tide recedes, and residents are encouraged to view the provided detour route. For more details, a meeting on the Draft 2025 Stormwater Management Program Plan is scheduled for February 19, 2025.

Notice of Application McCormick Planning Area F PO Number LU23-Plat Prelim-04

A public notice has been issued regarding the McCormick Woods Planning Area F Preliminary Plat development proposal in Port Orchard, allowing residents to comment and appeal the decision. The proposal involves subdividing a 23.21-acre parcel into 77 lots for future single-family residential development, with a comment period open until December 11, 2024. Residents are encouraged to engage with the process by reaching out to the City of Port Orchard's Department of Community Development.

Notice of Application McCormick Planning Area H PO Number LU24-Plat Prelim-03

A public notice has been issued regarding the McCormick Woods Planning Area H Preliminary Plat in Port Orchard, allowing community members to comment on the proposed subdivision of a 28.3-acre parcel into 105 residential lots. The comment period is open until December 5, 2024, with important deadlines for submitting opinions and appealing decisions. For further inquiries, residents are encouraged to contact the City of Port Orchard's Department of Community Development.

Notice of Application Bruce Titus Carwash EV Chargers PO Number LU24-Sh SDP-03 - Port Orchard

The City of Port Orchard is inviting public input on the Draft 2025 Stormwater Management Program Plan while announcing a development proposal for Bruce Titus Ford Carwash EV Chargers. The proposal includes excavating for new EV chargers at 1207 Bay Street, with a public comment period open until December 24, 2024. Community members have the right to comment on the application and receive notifications regarding the project's progress.

Notice of Deadline to Accept Applications for Amendments to the City of Port Orchards Comprehensive Plan

The City of Port Orchard is inviting applications to amend its Comprehensive Plan for 2025, with a deadline set for January 31, 2025, at 4:00 PM. Interested parties can access application forms online or at the Department of Community Development office. For additional information, residents can reach out via phone or email.

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