Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the City of Bremerton has prepared draft redistricting maps per the 2020 Census in accordance with RCW Chapter 29A.76. A copy of the proposed redistricting boundary map is on file at the City Clerk’s Office located in the Norm ...

Kitsap Lake Closure

Kitsap Lake Closed May 21 and 22 for Armed Forces Regatta Boat Races

The City of Bremerton Parks & Recreation Department is announcing that Kitsap Lake will be closed to the public all day on Saturday, May 21 and Sunday, May 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p...

Broadband, Internet and Cable Survey

City Seeks Community Feedback about Cable Television, Broadband and Internet Service

The City of Bremerton is preparing to improve its broadband and cable services. As the City prepares to renew its current cable television franchises, we are looking for t...

Water Main Flushing

As part of regular maintenance, utility crews will begin flushing water mains (East Bremerton only), Monday through Thursday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm for the next 8 to 12 weeks, starting Monday, March 14, 2022.

City work crews will be posting signs in advan...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

‘Multiply the Supply’: We Need More Affordable Housing Options to Solve the Housing Shortage

Like many other communities in our region we are facing housing shortages and increasing rents, and we need real-world solutions to assist in the creation of affor...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor's 2022 Initiatives

I am pleased to present to you my 2022 initiatives for the City of Bremerton. In 2018, I developed my first initiatives to create a framework for improving safety, economic stability, business growth, and quality of life in our Cit...

Eastside Village Subarea Plan Revisions

Please join us for a Community Development Open House on February 28, 2022 to learn more about the Eastside Village Subarea Plan Revisions.

In October of 2020 the City adopted the Eastside Village Subarea as a visionary 20 year plan for growth and transiti...

Broadband, Internet and Cable Communications Virtual Open House

Join us for a Virtual Open House! 

Broadband, Internet and Cable communications services for the City of Bremerton (“City”) community are continually evolving and are changing and expanding even more rapidly because of changes in technology and th...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Inclement Weather Update

The following update is from Bremerton's Public Works & Utilities Street Division. 

Crews made great progress overnight resulting in improved conditions on both primary and secondary routes. Today, crews are applying sa...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Inclement Weather Update

The following update is from Bremerton's Public Works & Utilities Street Division. 

Bremerton received 3" of snow overnight. Today crews will focus on primary - and possibly secondary - snow routes. Temper...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Inclement Weather Update

The following update is from Bremerton's Public Works & Utilities Street Division. 

Crews made good progress on the primary and secondary snow routes last night. This morning crews will keep two large trucks pl...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Inclement Weather Information

Regional weather reports are predicting additional snow and extreme cold temperatures through the remainder of the week. To find information on the City’s snow and ice procedures, snow routes and resources on severe weather sh...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler Oath of Office Ceremony 

You are cordially invited to the swearing-in ceremony of reelected Mayor Greg Wheeler via Zoom on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at 6:00 PM. The oath of office for Mayor Wheeler will be administered by Judge Ja...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Statement from Mayor Greg Wheeler on Enhancing Safety in the Downtown Core and Throughout the City

Mayor Greg Wheeler announced today a number of steps that are being put in place to expand safety in the downtown core, including area public parking garages...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Bremerton Traffic and Parking Study Open House

Message from Mayor Wheeler

2022 Budget Will Provide Affordable Housing Assistance, Support Public Safety and Foster Economic Growth

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler Announces New Police Chief 

Last night, acting Police Chief Tom Wolfe was officially approved by the City Council as the permanent head of the Bremerton Police Department. 

In mid-August, Mayor Wheeler selected Interim Chief ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

20th Anniversary of 9/11

This Saturday marks the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the United States. On that day, hijacked planes crashed into the twin towers of the World Trade Center, another was flown into the Pentagon, and Fli...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

New Police Chief Named for City of Bremerton

Mayor Greg Wheeler has named Interim Police Chief Tom Wolfe as the next Police Chief for the City of Bremerton. 

“During his career, Tom has been fully engaged with the community, focused on high quality...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

New City Attorney Named for City of Bremerton

Kylie Finnell has been selected as the City of Bremerton’s new City Attorney. Finnell has practiced law in Kitsap County for over 16 years in the public sector and in private practice and has been advising and ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Grant Application Now Open for Projects that Benefit Low Income Residents, City Neighborhoods, Affordable Housing

Applications have opened for 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)/HOME funding! The CDBG/HOME program is available for a wide range o...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City to Run Sprinklers at Evergreen Park Beginning This Weekend Due to Excessive Heat Warning

Due to expected high temperatures, the City of Bremerton will run sprinklers at Evergreen Park for residents through the first part of the week.

Sprinklers at Ever...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Excessive Heat Warning Issued for Bremerton through Monday, June 28; Cooling Stations Available to Get Relief from the Heat

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for this afternoon (Friday) through Monday evening for the City of...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City of Bremerton Advisory

The City of Bremerton is issuing an advisory for the Bremerton neighborhoods surrounding the Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant that odor control operations have been suspended today due to the shortage of chemical supply. There...

Kitsap Lake Algae Reduction Treatment

Treatment to Begin Early Next Week, Public Boat Launch Closed During Application 

The City of Bremerton will begin new algae control measures in Kitsap Lake on Monday, June 14 through Tuesday, June 15. This treatment is part of a continuing effort...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

REMINDER: Kitsap BIPOC Business Forum Taking Place on June 10

I’m proud to share a reminder for the Kitsap BIPOC (Kitsap Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Business Forum taking place virtually this Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Making Juneteenth a City Holiday Would Honor a Significant Moment in History

The City of Bremerton values diversity, encourages inclusion and tolerance and strives to promote those principles within our City. In honor of those efforts, my administration ha...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Kitsap BIPOC Business Forum Taking Place on June 10

I am pleased to share the following announcement on the Kitsap BIPOC (Kitsap Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Business Forum taking place virtually on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. P...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler Appoints Captain Tom Wolfe as Interim Chief of Police for the City of Bremerton

I shared this update with all of our employees and City Council members today on the appointment of Captain Tom Wolfe as Interim Chief for the City of Bremerton.&...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Police Chief Jim Burchett to Retire from BPD After 28-Year Career

I am delighted and saddened to announce that Bremerton Chief of Police Jim Burchett will be retiring as of May 31, 2021 after nearly 30 years of protecting and serving the people of Bremerto...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Washington Avenue and 11th Street Improvements Virtual Open House

You're Invited! Join us for a Virtual Open House on Thursday, May 6 from 5PM-6PM to learn about upcoming improvements to Washington Avenue and 11th Street.

As part of the Washington Avenue an...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor’s Youth Leadership Award Recipient Alejandra Pulido Selected for $1,500 State Scholarship Award!

Congratulations to Bremerton’s 2021 Mayor’s Youth Leadership Award recipient Alejandra Pulido! As a winner of the Mayor’s Youth Leadership Award, Alejand...

Drinking Water Week - May 2-8, 2021

Water plays a vital role in our daily lives. For more than 40 years, we (along with the American Water Works Association) have celebrated Drinking Water Week to recognize the value of our water. Despite the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on many com...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Long-time City Attorney Roger Lubovich to Retire On June 30

It is with regret but warm wishes that I announce the retirement of Roger Lubovich as City Attorney for the City of Bremerton, effective June 30, 2021. He has had a distinguished public service ca...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Over the next several weeks, I’ll be sharing short videos from my 2021 State of the City address. In the featured clip this week, I talk about the progress made on strengthening economic growth in Bremerton and what’s to come for 2021. Check it out below ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Reservations for Bremerton Park Shelters, Athletic Fields Resume on April 5 With Health Guidelines in Place for Users

Effective Monday, April 5, reservations for park shelters and athletic fields in the City of Bremerton will resume under Phase 3 of the st...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Over the next several weeks, I’ll be sharing short videos from my recent 2021 State of the City address. In the featured clip this week, I talk about the progress made on the City’s parks and recreation efforts and arts and culture initiative and what’s t...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Over the next several weeks, I’ll be sharing recent short videos from my 2021 State of the City address. In the featured clip this week, I talk about the efforts made on the City’s affordable housing initiative in the previous year and...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City of Bremerton Closing Customer Counters to Walk-in Visitors

Staff and Services Still Available by Phone, Email and Online

Effective on Monday, March 16, 2020, City of Bremerton customer service counters on the 6th and 1st floors of the Norm Dicks Govern...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Kitsap County Approved to Begin Phase 2 on Valentine’s Day

Governor Inslee recently announced the Northwest region, made up of Kitsap and three other counties, will be moving into Phase 2 of the state’s Roadmap to Recovery plan on February 14. The Northwes...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Additional ADUs can help create more affordable housing 

The City of Bremerton recently proposed changing rules for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to help create more housing to meet the need across the City. The proposal would permit up to two a...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Joint Compatibility Transportation Study Open House

The City of Bremerton is launching a study in cooperation with the U.S. Navy to find real solutions to gridlock and parking issues from heavy commuter traffic in and around the City. The effort is one of ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor's 2021 Initiatives

I am pleased to present to you my 2021 initiatives for the City of Bremerton. In 2018, I developed my first initiatives to create a framework for improving safety, economic stability, business growth, and quality of life in our Cit...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler Provides Information on Vaccinations

As vaccine shipments begin making their way to the community from Washington state, demand for vaccines still outpaces the supply and it may take time to get all residents vaccinated against COVID-19. It w...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler Expands Parks Activities Under Phase 1 of State’s COVID-19 Recovery Plan

Bremerton Sports Fields, Shelters, Playgrounds Open Under New Safety Guidelines for Users

New safety guidelines for users in Bremerton parks go into effect today under Ph...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Best Wishes for a Safe and Healthy Holiday Season

As we enter the holidays and wind down 2020, I want to acknowledge the hard work that was accomplished during these very trying times and share my appreciation and hope for the New Year.First, I want to con...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

The Time to Act is Now to Increase Affordable Housing in Bremerton

Message from Mayor Wheeler

You are invited to Share Your Comments on Proposed Changes to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

The City Council will conduct a virtual public hearing on December 16, 2020 at 5:30 PM to discuss amending the Bremerton Municipal Code 20.46.010, regarding ADUs....

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City of Bremerton offers parking level in KCC Harborside Garage for use as drive-thru COVID-19 testing site on Tuesdays, beginning Dec. 8

As Mayor, I’m pleased to announce the City’s partnership with the Kitsap County Emergency Operations Center and Kitsap...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

State grant applications now open for businesses impacted by COVID-19

Bremerton businesses are eligible to apply for a state grant program offering up to $20,000 for impacts resulting from COVID-19. Priority is being given to small businesses with annual r...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Message from Mayor Wheeler

St. Michael Employees Raise Concerns to Mayor Wheeler about COVID-19 Safety Protocols at Bremerton Hospital. St. Michael Administration Invited to Attend Future City Council Meeting to Give Update to Public

The following message was sent by Mayor Wheeler t...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

2021 Budget Will Help Address Housing Instability, Maintain Public Safety and Support Economic Recovery 

I’m pleased to present to the public and the City Council my proposed budget for the City of Bremerton for 2021. We have experienced unprecede...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler Pledges Over $265,000 in New Federal Funds to Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program

Due to impacts caused by the coronavirus, Mayor Greg Wheeler has committed $265,048 in a new round of funding to the Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistan...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Message from Mayor Wheeler

I Support Get Out the Vote Efforts for Communities of Color 

I support the work to Get Out the Vote, especially for our communities of color. As a member of the Kitsap Chapter of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored Peopl...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Information Regarding Halloween Activities and Events

I know these have been challenging times, and as a community, we continue to receive new information daily on the rate of COVID-19 infections across our county and in our city. Every individual contribu...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

In Partnership with Bremerton School District, City of Bremerton Buys Touchscreen Devices, Wi-Fi Hotspots to Assist Students with Virtual Learning

Due to the impacts of COVD-19 and in partnership with the Bremerton School District, Mayor Greg Wheeler annou...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Due to the impacts of COVID-19, Mayor Greg Wheeler gives a video tribute this year to mark the solemn anniversary of the September 11th, 2001 attacks. Visit YouTube to view the video.

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City Residents Struggling with Rent May Be Eligible for Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program

Do you need assistance with short-term rent payments due to the impacts of coronavirus? If you reside within Bremerton city limits, you may be eligible to ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Webinar Offers Information on City of Bremerton’s New Rental Relief Grants Designed to Help Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

If you are a small business in the City of Bremerton, there is still time to learn more about the City’s new rental relief grants de...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler Signs New Emergency Order Permitting Outdoor Restaurant Seating on Private Property 

Today, Mayor Wheeler signed an emergency order to permit outdoor restaurant seating in parking lots on private property. This order is in addition t...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Funding Approved for Bremerton Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

Mayor Greg Wheeler announced today that a new City of Bremerton grant program will begin roll out as scheduled in the next few weeks. 

Mayor Wheeler pledged $250,000 to support the prog...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Emergency Order Permits Bremerton Restaurants to Apply for Outdoor Seating

Today, Mayor Wheeler signed an emergency order to create outdoor seating for restaurants and taverns in Bremerton that are facing significant economic impacts caused by COVID-19. Th...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Bremerton Schools to Start Academic Year with 100% Remote Learning Due to Rising COVID-19 Cases, Gov. Inslee Halts Phased Reopenings in Counties

Due to a rising community transmission rate of COVID-19 in Kitsap County, the Bremerton School District (BSD) a...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler Announces Bremerton Grant Program for Local Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

Mayor Greg Wheeler announced today the development of a new City of Bremerton grant program that will assist local business owners facing significant impacts due to t...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Gov. Inslee Pauses Safe Start applications until July 28 

Gov. Jay Inslee announced yesterday afternoon that the state has extended the hold on all applications submitted by counties to reopen until at least Tuesday, July 28. Counties that applied...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Beautify Bremerton canceled due to impacts of COVID-19

Beautify Bremerton, a City of Bremerton organized event, has been canceled this year due to the impacts of COVID-19. The one-day event, which takes place in September, has been providing free drop-off ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Bremerton Small Businesses Eligible to Apply for New Kitsap Grant Program 

Message from Mayor Greg Wheeler: As a board member of the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA), I am pleased to share some news on a new small business relief grant ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Gov. Inslee puts all Safe Start applications on pause, businesses must require face coverings starting July 7

Gov. Jay Inslee announced late last week that all applications made by counties to reopen would be put on hold due to rising levels of COVID-19 in...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

State Delays Kitsap County Move to Phase 3

Kitsap County has been notified by the Washington State Department of Health that its application to move to Phase 3 has been delayed and will be reevaluated on Thursday, July 9. Kitsap’s request to move to the ne...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Kitsap Public Health Board to Consider Phase 3 Proposal at Public Meeting on Friday, June 19

At the Kitsap Public Health virtual meeting tomorrow (Fri., June 19), board members will decide whether to approve an application to move to Phase 3 of the state’s...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Does Defunding the Police Work for Bremerton?

We’ve experienced several peaceful demonstrations over the past few weeks in Bremerton and across Kitsap County in response to the murder of George Floyd while he was in police custody. The demonstrations have ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Greg Wheeler talks about upcoming Juneteenth events and highlights rising local youth leaders who have organized peaceful demonstrations to spotlight racial injustice. Check out the YouTube video here.

Read on...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City of Bremerton Creates and Adopts First-ever Workforce Diversity & Inclusion Policy 

I am pleased to share with our community members the first-ever Workforce Diversity & Inclusion Policy for the City of Bremerton. This has been a long-...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Eastside Employment Center/Harrison Hospital District: Draft Documents Now Available for Review

The City of Bremerton is continuing recovery efforts under COVID-19 and is sharing an update on the Eastside Employment Center/Harrison Hospital District.&n...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Additional Park Amenities Opening Today, June 11

The City of Bremerton is announcing the opening of tennis courts at Lions and Manette Parks effective today, Thursday, June 11. 

Park visitors are asked to continue to follow state and local health g...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Additional Parking Lots Open at Evergreen, Lions Park Effective June 5; Evergreen Park Boat Launch Open

Mayor Wheeler announced the opening of additional parking lots at Evergreen Rotary Park and Lions Park effective today, June 5, 2020. The boat launch at...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Kitsap Lake Algae Control Treatment to begin Monday, June 8, Boat Launch Closed through Thursday, June 11 for Application

The City of Bremerton is beginning recovery efforts under COVID-19 and will start the next phase of the Kitsap Lake project next week....

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Solidarity in Times of Challenge

As the events of last week have unfolded in the wake of the reprehensible treatment and senseless death of George Floyd, I want to share that the City of Bremerton unequivocally condemns the actions and behavior of the Minn...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler to Reopen More Park Facilities on June 1

Mayor Wheeler announced today that more park areas will be opened in Bremerton next week under the Phase 2 opening in Kitsap County. In addition to all walking paths and trails being open in all Bremer...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Kitsap County Approved to Begin Phase 2 Early

This morning, the Washington State Department of Health notified Kitsap Public Health that Kitsap County’s request was approved to move to an early Phase 2 opening under the state’s “Safe Start” COVID-19 recove...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Opening slowly will be key to protecting the health of our citizens 

I write this letter to provide an update on the coronavirus and its impact in our community. 

It was only a couple of months ago, the virus was spreading rapidly. Snohomi...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Additional Funds Available for Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program

Mayor Wheeler announced today that an additional $268,383 is now available for the Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program to aid residents who need help in making rental paym...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Suspension of Timed, On-Street Parking in Downtown and 5-Day Parking Rule in Neighborhoods Extended to May 31

To support social distancing measures in the City of Bremerton, Mayor Wheeler has extended emergency changes to parking rules for essential worker...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Gold Mountain Golf Course Set to Reopen on May 5

Mayor Greg Wheeler announced today that the City of Bremerton Gold Mountain Golf Course will reopen effective Tuesday, May 5 with safety protocols in place. The new health and safety recommendations were est...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Wheeler to Partially Reopen Bremerton Parks on May 5

Walking Paths, Trails Will Be Available for Walking, Jogging, Hiking And Nature Viewing

Mayor Greg Wheeler announced today that parks will be partially reopened beginning next week. Effective Tuesda...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Gov. Inslee to lift some restrictions on certain outdoor activities 

Governor Inslee said today he will partially reduce restrictions for some state recreational uses beginning May 5. Hiking, fishing, hunting and some other daytime outdoor activit...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Gov. Inslee Announces Plan to Resume Some Construction Projects in the State

Today, Governor Inslee announced a plan that was developed in consultation with the construction industry in the state. The effort would resume certain construction activity if ap...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

‘A safe, measured approach is necessary to reopen the City’

Governor Inslee announced this week that his administration is working on a roadmap to gradually modify restrictions in the state and safely begin recovery efforts in the midst of the pandemic. Ma...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

The following email was sent today to all employees in the City of Bremerton. It gives an update that the City remains on solid financial footing at this time in the face of the COVID-19 outbreak.

Dear City Personnel, 

As you all know, the City of ...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

A COVID-19 drive-up testing site in Bremerton operated by the Kitsap County Emergency Operations Center has reopened through Friday, April 17. More residents are now eligible for testing, including those in high-risk populations or essential service occup...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Public Advisory: To help reduce the spread of COVID-19, the Wednesday, April 15th City Council meeting is being held remotely.

The City Council Chambers is closed to the public, and all Council Members and staff will be participating in the meeting virtual...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Mayor Greg Wheeler gives a video update on efforts taking place in the City of Bremerton due to the coronavirus. Check out the YouTube video here.

Message from Mayor Wheeler

We Will Get Through This Together

During these times, I want to recognize the commitment and spirit of our citizens in helping to slow the spread of the coronavirus in our community.

Over the past several weeks, I have been encouraged by the steps residents...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City of Bremerton Pledges More Funding to Expand Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program 

Due to impacts caused by the coronavirus, Mayor Greg Wheeler committed $263,000 in additional funds today to the Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Pr...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City Extends Suspension of Timed, On-Street Parking in Downtown and 5-Day Parking Rule in Neighborhoods to May 4

Bremerton, WA (April 6, 2020) – To encourage social distancing and to protect the public, the City has temporarily extended the emergency chang...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

It’s Important to Comply with State’s Stay-at-Home Order to Limit Spread of Coronavirus

Bremerton, WA (March 31, 2020) – Mayor Greg Wheeler issued a stern message to non-essential businesses and residents today who are not complying with Governor Jay Insle...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Public Advisory: The Wednesday, April 1st City Council meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19 in our community. 

The City Council Chambers is closed to the public, and all Council Members and staff will be participating in the meeting remo...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City puts plastic bag ban on hold to address COVID-19 safety concerns of workers, residents 

Bremerton, WA (March 27, 2020) – Mayor Greg Wheeler issued an emergency directive today to suspend enforcement of the plastic bag ban due to concerns that...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City Suspends Timed, On-Street Parking in Downtown and 5-Day Parking Rule in Neighborhoods

Bremerton, WA (March 26, 2020) – To encourage social distancing and to protect the public, the City is temporarily making emergency changes to parking rules...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program Now Available

Bremerton, WA (March 25, 2020) – The Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program was launched today to aid City residents facing financial hardship due to the outbreak. 

The temporary prog...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

The Wednesday, March 25 Bremerton City Council 5:00 PM study session has been canceled due to Governor Inslee’s "stay at home" order in response to COVID-19.

The City will be exploring additional precautions to meet social dista...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

I have directed our Parks and Recreation Department to take additional actions today to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Please see notice below.Greg WheelerMayor

City of Bremerton Responds to Coronavirus 

All parks, playgrounds, sp...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

I have directed our Tax and Licensing Division to help reduce the financial burden and impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on City businesses. Please see notice below.Greg WheelerMayor

City of Bremerton Responds to Coronavirus 

City suspends late...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Tonight’s Bremerton City Council meeting has been canceled to make preparations for COVID-19. 

The City has canceled tonight’s Wednesday, March 18 meeting to research technology options and recommended measures for future public participation.&...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

I have directed our Parks and Recreation Department to take additional actions to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Please see notice below.Greg WheelerMayor

City of Bremerton Responds to Coronavirus 

Organized outdoor activities and...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City of Bremerton Responds to Coronavirus by Assisting with Utility Billing

City waiving fees, will not shut off water for customers 

Bremerton, WA (March 16, 2020) – As our area faces impacts due to the coronavirus, the City of Bremerton is workin...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

Proclamation of Emergency Issued for City of Bremerton

On Thursday, March 12, Mayor Greg Wheeler signed a Proclamation of Emergency in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). 

The Emergency Declaration will allow the City to take essential steps for th...

Message from Mayor Wheeler

City of Bremerton Monitoring COVID-19 in Kitsap County, Washington State

Governor Jay Inslee put in place an emergency proclamation today, prohibiting events and religious gatherings with more than 250 people in King, Snohomish and Pierce counties in respo...