A Great Place to Live
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1/22/2008
Gig Harbor is a scenic community situated in the Puget Sound region of Washington state. With backdrops of Mt. Rainier, the Olympic Mountains and the Cascade Mountains, tall evergreen trees, plus an abundance of charming bays and waterways, there are many "postcard" images to be seen, as well as recreatinal opportunities.
What I love about Gig Harbor is the small town feel. People are very friendly here and smile and make eye contact when you are walking down the street. It is a place where I feel safe walking my dog along the lighted waterfront in the dark. People take pride in this community and it is evident in the property values. We have great schools here, as well as many recreational opportunities for families and singles alike. There is a thriving arts & theater community and our annual art festival is always well attended. There are a number of restaurants to choose from, but for even more variety, the city of Tacoma is only a 15 minute drive, and Seattel is about 45 minutes.
Gig Harbor is growing and our elected officials strive to manage the growth and retain the small town charm that draw so many people here. It has been our policy to avoid "big box" stores and opt for architectural design that is more aesthetically pleasing and blended with nature.
There is a lot going on here, from a new hospital scheduled to be finished in 2009, to a new boys and girls club and huge recreational facility. We have a high number of parks per capita and it is evident that our community values these parks as we acquire even more land for parks.
I have lived in several different cities, including overseas in Australia, but I am content to call Gig Harbor home. It is a special place that I think is a treasure.
Brenna | Artondale, WA