Oak Harbor City Councilor Bryan Stucky posted this recap of the City Council’s meeting of Tue., Apr. 2, 2024 on his Facebook page.
Council Recap: April 2, 2024
Budget amendments:
City Council approved budget amendments to reflect the new contracts with fire, police, and teamsters union, as well as reclassification of certain internal positions.
Property Surplus:
Council authorized the mayor to proceed with a sealed bid process to surplus city owned parcel on Goldie Road. The property was purchased by the city in 1938 for $65 dollars.
Parks and Rec Grants:
Authorization was given for Parks and Rec department to proceed with four grant applications. Two were for new pickleball courts, one for Baseball field improvements, and one for an inclusive playground. The city will know in October if the grants will be awarded.
Ault Field Water Pump
Council awarded a contract of $407,306.55 to rebuild the electrical system at the Ault Field Pump Station. The system was built in 1970. Due to its age the longer the wait, the more likely the pump will go out. This is the main water pump for Oak Harbor. If the pump goes out Oak Harbor residents could find themselves without water.
Police Grants/Opioid Settlement –
Chief Slowik gave an update on a grant, as well as the Opioid Settlement that will be disbursed to local agencies.
