City of Hoquiam Awarded $2 Million Public Works Board Grant
for Broadway Road Project
State investment will help advance critical safety and
infrastructure improvements on Broadway Avenue
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
HOQUIAM, Wash. -The City of Hoquiam has received a $2,000,000 grant from the
Washington State Department of Commerce Public Works Board to support the
Broadway Road Project, a major infrastructure improvement effort focused on roadway
reconstruction, drainage upgrades, disaster resiliency and public safety along Broadway
Avenue.
The grant will help move forward improvements on a key corridor serving the Woodlawn
neighborhood, Hoquiam Plywood Co., and east Hoquiam residents. The project is
intended to address long-standing roadway instability, improve drainage, restore reliable
access, and increase safety for residents, businesses, emergency responders, and visitors.
- Code Enforc. (360)538-3973 "This grant is a major investment in Hoquiam's future," said Mayor Ben Winkelman.
"Broadway Avenue is an important connection for our community, and these funds will
help us support public safety, maintain access, and improve infrastructure that residents
and businesses rely on every day. I appreciate the efforts of our staff to pursue and secure
this funding, which significantly reduces the City's financial burden to complete this
critical project."
The Broadway Road Project includes reconstruction of the failing roadway, drainage
improvements, slope and roadway stabilization, guardrail installation, utility work,
culvert replacement, and related safety enhancements. By leveraging state support
through the Public Works Board, the City will be better positioned to complete
improvements that would otherwise place a significant financial burden on local
resources.
"The City appreciates the Washington State Department of Commerce and the Public
Works Board for recognizing the importance of this project," said Brian Shay, City
Administrator. "This funding strengthens our disaster resiliency and helps us continue
the work necessary to improve transportation infrastructure and support economic
activity in Hoquiam.
The City will provide additional information about construction timelines, traffic impacts, and public
updates as the project progresses on the City's FB page and website. Phase one construction is currently
underway, led by Rognlin's Construction. Phase 2 Construction will begin in spring 2027.
About the Washington State Public Works Board
The Public Works Board provides funding to eligible local governments for critical public infrastructure,
including roads, bridges, water, wastewater, stormwater, solid waste, recycling and organics, and
broadband systems.
Media Contact:
Brian Shay
City Administrator
City of Hoquiam
360-538-3983
bshay@cityofhoquiam.com
for Broadway Road Project
State investment will help advance critical safety and
infrastructure improvements on Broadway Avenue
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
HOQUIAM, Wash. -The City of Hoquiam has received a $2,000,000 grant from the
Washington State Department of Commerce Public Works Board to support the
Broadway Road Project, a major infrastructure improvement effort focused on roadway
reconstruction, drainage upgrades, disaster resiliency and public safety along Broadway
Avenue.
The grant will help move forward improvements on a key corridor serving the Woodlawn
neighborhood, Hoquiam Plywood Co., and east Hoquiam residents. The project is
intended to address long-standing roadway instability, improve drainage, restore reliable
access, and increase safety for residents, businesses, emergency responders, and visitors.
- Code Enforc. (360)538-3973 "This grant is a major investment in Hoquiam's future," said Mayor Ben Winkelman.
"Broadway Avenue is an important connection for our community, and these funds will
help us support public safety, maintain access, and improve infrastructure that residents
and businesses rely on every day. I appreciate the efforts of our staff to pursue and secure
this funding, which significantly reduces the City's financial burden to complete this
critical project."
The Broadway Road Project includes reconstruction of the failing roadway, drainage
improvements, slope and roadway stabilization, guardrail installation, utility work,
culvert replacement, and related safety enhancements. By leveraging state support
through the Public Works Board, the City will be better positioned to complete
improvements that would otherwise place a significant financial burden on local
resources.
"The City appreciates the Washington State Department of Commerce and the Public
Works Board for recognizing the importance of this project," said Brian Shay, City
Administrator. "This funding strengthens our disaster resiliency and helps us continue
the work necessary to improve transportation infrastructure and support economic
activity in Hoquiam.
The City will provide additional information about construction timelines, traffic impacts, and public
updates as the project progresses on the City's FB page and website. Phase one construction is currently
underway, led by Rognlin's Construction. Phase 2 Construction will begin in spring 2027.
About the Washington State Public Works Board
The Public Works Board provides funding to eligible local governments for critical public infrastructure,
including roads, bridges, water, wastewater, stormwater, solid waste, recycling and organics, and
broadband systems.
Media Contact:
Brian Shay
City Administrator
City of Hoquiam
360-538-3983
bshay@cityofhoquiam.com
Hoquiam Elks is hosting their annual Fishing Derby on September 26th & 27th. Tickets can be purchased at the Hoquiam Elks, Ace of Clubs, The Taproom, and East Co Sporting Goods.
The Jack Reynvaan 5K run is back this year for Loggers Playday.
Hoquiam's Summer Lunch Program begins on June 22nd and will run through August 21st.
Free to anyone 18 years old or younger.
Free to anyone 18 years old or younger.
City Wide Yard Sale Happening June 12th-14th.
Construction update for Levee Street Roadway Improvements.
Thank you all for your patience and cooperation during construction. These improvements are part of the City's continued investment in safe, reliable infrastructure for both residents and businesses.
Thank you all for your patience and cooperation during construction. These improvements are part of the City's continued investment in safe, reliable infrastructure for both residents and businesses.
Hoquiam Hullabaloo! June 26-27, 2026.
Pushrods of Hoquiam, River Festival, & Rogue Wrestling Attractions are combining forces to Celebrate Americas’ 250th Anniversary with our Community.
If you would like to sign up to be a vendor, please reach out to the Community Services Coordinator at 360-538-3970.
Pushrods of Hoquiam, River Festival, & Rogue Wrestling Attractions are combining forces to Celebrate Americas’ 250th Anniversary with our Community.
If you would like to sign up to be a vendor, please reach out to the Community Services Coordinator at 360-538-3970.
My TOWN Coalition is partnering with local businesses to put on their annual 5K color run, along with a mental health resource fair at the Hoquiam Library on May 16th in honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month. Please see the flyer for all event details.
Flushing is scheduled to begin the week of May 4, 2026, and will continue through the end of June. Flushing hours will be from 6:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
The 30th Annual Grays Harbor Shorebird & Nature Festival is coming up, May 1st - May 3rd. Please visit shorebirdfestival.com to register and see a full detailed scheduled of events.
Mark your calendars for the City of Hoquiam and City of Aberdeen annual Easter Egg Hunt on Thursday April 2nd at the Olympic Stadium. Doors open at 5:30PM and the egg hunt will begin at 6:00PM. Anyone between the ages of 1-12 yrs old are able to participate and must be able to hunt for their eggs with no assistance. Please bring your own basket. The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures.
The City of Hoquiam is accepting applications for seasonal maintenance workers. Candidates must be enrolled to attend college or technical school during the 2025-2026 school year.
Applications may be obtained at www.cityofhoquiam.com and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. April 17, 2026, at the Hoquiam Administration Office, located at 609 8th Street.
Applications may be obtained at www.cityofhoquiam.com and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. April 17, 2026, at the Hoquiam Administration Office, located at 609 8th Street.
The City of Hoquiam is continuing to seek letters of interest for our current vacancy in the 6th Ward of the City Council. This position will remain open until the position has been filled.
City of Hoquiam seeking input on draft Comprehensive Park and Recreation Plan
Hoquiam, Wash. – The City of Hoquiam invites the public to provide comment on the draft City of Hoquiam Park and Recreation Plan. Once adopted, the plan will guide investments in the City’s park system. The Plan is available for review and comment from March 11, 2026 through April 9, 2026. All final comments are due no later than 5:00pm on April 2nd. The plan is available for viewing or downloads from the City’s website, www.cityofhoquiam.com. Paper copies of surveys are available for viewing at City Hall. All comments must be submitted via email or in writing. Please submit comments to:
Brian Shay, City Administrator
609 8th Street, Hoquiam WA, 98550
Are you interested in being a City of Hoquiam Council member? If so, this may be your opportunity to be an important part of our community. Please see the flyer for specific details.
CITY OF HOQUIAM - SURPLUS SALE - The City of Hoquiam offers to sale to the highest bidder, two large steel lumber racks determined to be surplus to the needs of the city. Successful bidder must deposit cash, money order, or certified check in the amount of the bid after the award notification. No personal checks will be accepted. The racks are available for inspection at 523 Levee Street, on the left-side of shop. Starting point of the bid is five hundred dollars for the set, sealed bids will be accepted at the City of Hoquiam, Finance Department, 609 8th Street, Hoquiam, WA, until 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Bid award will be announced after the deadline and items must be picked up and hauled away by 5:00 PM that same day. For more information contact Corrine Schmid at (360) 538-3969.
2025 National Night Out
On the evening of Tuesday, August 5, 2025, neighborhoods throughout Hoquiam will join forces across the country with over 16,000 communities for the “National Night Out” against crime. Hoquiam has been a proud participant for many years, and we are asking for participants to host parties in their neighborhoods again this year.
National Night Out provides an opportunity for our community members to get to know one another and build strong networks of communication about what is happening in the neighborhood.
All you need to do is host a block party, invite your neighbors, and get to know each other better! We recommend inviting everyone over for a potluck or BBQ. Most block parties are from 6:00 PM to around 9:00 PM and are a great way to get together and have fun!
National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in local anti-crime efforts; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back! Hoquiam public officials, police officers, firefighters and Crime Watch volunteers will drop in at each block party to visit and talk about important crime prevention and general safety tips.
To sign up for a block party or to obtain more information regarding this event, please contact Tasha Parris at 360-538-3970 or tparris@cityofhoquiam.com. Please indicate when signing up if you will need barricades to shut down your street so we can arrange to have those dropped off.
On the evening of Tuesday, August 5, 2025, neighborhoods throughout Hoquiam will join forces across the country with over 16,000 communities for the “National Night Out” against crime. Hoquiam has been a proud participant for many years, and we are asking for participants to host parties in their neighborhoods again this year.
National Night Out provides an opportunity for our community members to get to know one another and build strong networks of communication about what is happening in the neighborhood.
All you need to do is host a block party, invite your neighbors, and get to know each other better! We recommend inviting everyone over for a potluck or BBQ. Most block parties are from 6:00 PM to around 9:00 PM and are a great way to get together and have fun!
National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in local anti-crime efforts; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back! Hoquiam public officials, police officers, firefighters and Crime Watch volunteers will drop in at each block party to visit and talk about important crime prevention and general safety tips.
To sign up for a block party or to obtain more information regarding this event, please contact Tasha Parris at 360-538-3970 or tparris@cityofhoquiam.com. Please indicate when signing up if you will need barricades to shut down your street so we can arrange to have those dropped off.
Fire hydrant flushing is scheduled to begin on April 14, 2025, and will continue through the end of May 2025.
Come join the City of Hoquiam and the City of Aberdeen for our annual Easter Egg Hunt, it will be held on Wednesday, April 16th, at Olympic Stadium. Doors open at 5:30 PM and hunting will begin at 6:00 PM. Anyone between the ages of 1-12 are able to participate and must be able to hunt their own eggs, assisting kids during the hunt is not allowed.
We have some special prizes in store this year, so keep an eye out for the Golden Eggs.
Don’t forget to snap a picture with the Easter Bunny while you’re there!
Each spring, hundreds of thousands of shorebirds stop to rest and feed along the Washington Coast and in the Grays Harbor estuary during their migration northward. Coming from as far south as Argentina, these Arctic-bound shorebirds are among the world's greatest migrants. Some birds travel over 15,000 miles round trip! The concentration of birds during spring migration offers people a great chance to view a number of shorebird species.
The shorebird spectacle happens every year at Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge and in other parts of the County. People from around the world come to view this event of hemispheric importance. The festival works to bring people together for this incredible natural phenomenon.
www.shorebirdfestival.com
