Frequently Asked Questions

For emergencies dial 911. To report an incident to an officer that is not an emergency, call 253-851-2236, extension 1 or 253-287-4455 x1. To report an incident outside the City limits of Gig Harbor, call 253-287-4455 x1 (Pierce County Sheriff’s Office jurisdiction).

Contact the Police Department and ask to speak to a supervisor.

If the vehicle is within city limits, report the abandoned vehicle to the City of Gig Harbor Police Department at 253-851-2236. If the vehicle is on Highway 16, contact the Washington State Patrol or Pierce County Sheriff.

For graffiti on City property, please submit a report at https://seeclickfix.com/web_portal/SWScJuzj5VnP7zdA3BNyrYZZ/issues/map.

City residents can call 253-851-2236, extension 1 to report the graffiti on private property. Call an officer for pictures and a report. Graffiti removal is the property owner's responsibility. Note: if an arrest is made the property owner may request restitution from the courts.

If you cannot locate the owner, contact your local Police or Sheriff's office for assistance to identify the registered owner.

The City of Gig Harbor contracts through Kitsap Animal Control to provide response to animal problems.  To initiate an animal-related complaint or concern, please call  the Gig Harbor Police Department at (253) 851-2236.  For more information, see https://www.kitsap-humane.org/resources/animal-control/.