Karina Andrew reports:
Oak Harbor City Council members are considering a proposal to close a small section of Southeast Third Avenue to vehicles in an effort to protect pedestrians arriving at or leaving Volunteer Park.
They Said It
Councilmember Bryan Stucky wondered whether a cheaper option — and one more in line with the wishes of public commenters — such as striping the gravel road adjacent to the park would be feasible.
Councilmember Dan Evans recommended if the city closes the road to vehicle access that it also put up signs indicating where available parking is located.
Mayor Bob Severns asked Monken how the city would pay for the construction of the new proposed parking lot. Monken said the Public Works department had not determined that yet and would be interested in hearing the council’s recommendations.
