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6-2-2026 City of Oak Harbor Council Meeting
Tuesday, Jun 2, 2026
Oak Harbor City Council Approves Parks and Recreation Fee Schedule Update
The city council discussed and approved a revised master fee schedule for parks and recreation programs. The revisions aimed to adjust baseline fees for inflation, implement cost recovery for external services, simplify administration, and expand offerings. Key changes included a 5% inflation factor for park staff billable rates, new fees for portable restrooms, a standardized per-participant rate for leagues ($11, with exceptions for Tiny Tot at $2 and select soccer at $15), reduced rates for concession stands at Fort Nent, and new hourly rates for courts and pickleball. The schedule also aimed to activate a commissary kitchen with a rental rate of $25/hour plus a $75 deposit. While some fees were adjusted, many, such as community shelters, park kitchens, and public room rentals, remained unchanged. The council also addressed concerns from youth sports leagues regarding fee increases, particularly for portable restrooms, and the disparity in facility amenities. The council decided to review the cost recovery targets and explore options for better funding restroom facilities.
Oak Harbor Residents Advocate for Raising Pride Flag
During the public comment period, several residents spoke in favor of the city raising the Pride flag during June to celebrate Pride Month. Speakers emphasized that flying the flag would send a message of inclusivity, safety, and acceptance for LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies, benefiting residents, tourism, and businesses. They highlighted the progress the community has made and the importance of visible symbols of support. While some referenced actions taken by neighboring communities, the core arguments focused on the moral imperative and the positive impact on community belonging. One speaker noted that raising the flag requires an ordinance change and a formal process, which was previously discussed and led to a decision not to allow commemorative flags.
Oak Harbor City Council Passes New Ordinance Restricting RV and Trailer Parking
The city council considered and unanimously approved Ordinance No. 2043, which amends municipal code sections related to parking and traffic control, specifically addressing oversized vehicles, recreational vehicles, utility trailers, and vessels. The ordinance establishes a 12-hour limit for parking these vehicles on public right-of-ways city-wide. It includes a residential loading exception allowing parking for up to 5 days at a person's residence for loading, unloading, cleaning, and mechanical preparation, with a reset period after 72 hours of removal. A permitting system was added, allowing residents to permit such vehicles for up to 14 days, renewable twice for a total of six weeks per calendar year, with no fee. The ordinance also clarifies definitions for these vehicle types and outlines enforcement procedures, including a standard 24-hour tow notice for most violations, with immediate removal possible for designated hazards. The council engaged in a lengthy discussion about the ordinance's impact, balancing public safety and accessibility with property rights and resident concerns, ultimately voting to approve it after revisions addressing liability and cost allocation.
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