JANET ST. CLAIR shared a post from Island Transit on Nov. 20, 2025.
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DAVE PAUL: The award recognizes his work to make education and career pathways more accessible for students across the state.
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Mayor Ronnie Wright discusses the new Chronic Nuisance Property Ordinance.
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: The Oak Harbor Police Community Advisory Board meeting discussed the new chronic nuisance and “stay out of designated area” ordinances, potential impacts on crime and public safety, community feedback, future recruitment, upcoming presentations, and the city’s new training facility.
JANET ST. CLAIR shared a post from the Washington State Association of Counties on Nov. 19, 2025.
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: The Oak Harbor City Council’s November 18, 2025 meeting covered amendments to the city’s business & occupation tax, a chronic nuisance ordinance, and grant awards for promoting tourism.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island Transit’s new union contract delivers major wage hikes for drivers and dispatchers, improving labor relations and aligning pay with regional peers, while maintaining large cash reserves.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Oak Harbor approved wide-ranging fee hikes to catch up on overdue adjustments, aiming for regular future reviews while balancing affordability and justifying each increased charge.