Covering these government agencies from Oak Harbor and North Whidbey Island.
| Whidbey Island Public Hospital District (WhidbeyHealth) | North Whidbey Fire and Rescue District |
| City of Oak Harbor | North Whidbey Pool, Parks and Recreation District |
| Oak Harbor School District | Cemetery District One (Maple Leaf Cemetery) |
OAK HARBOR: State, city may change some speed limits
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Officials are studying new Highway 20 speed limits in Oak Harbor, proposing lower speeds near urban areas and roundabouts, with final decisions expected in 2026 after public notification.
OAK HARBOR / BRYAN STUCKY: Potential speed changes on Hwy 20
BRYAN STUCKY: Hwy 20 is a state highway and the state secretary of transportation is the one with ultimate authority to set speed limits.
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OAK HARBOR: Nov. 25, 2025 City Council Workshop [VIDEO]
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Video of the City Council Workshop of Tue., Nov. 25, 2025.
OAK HARBOR: OHPS Earns Board of the Year
OAK HARBOR SCHOOL DISTRICT: The Oak Harbor Public Schools Board of Directors received the prestigious 2025 Board of the Year award in the medium-district category from the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA), recognizing the district’s sustained, student-focused governance and the successful adoption of a comprehensive strategic plan.
OAK HARBOR: City council asks committee for larger marina grant
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Oak Harbor seeks a larger lodging tax grant for marina debt service to avoid utility tax hikes, sending the request back to the advisory committee during its 45-day review.
WHIDBEY: Hospital adopts rosy budget
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: WhidbeyHealth’s 2026 budget projects surpluses, higher patient revenues, added healthcare services, and upgrades in phone and nurse call systems, with financial stability aided by strong Medicare revenue.
OAK HARBOR: “We’re sending a clear message”
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Mayor Ronnie Wright discusses the new Chronic Nuisance Property Ordinance.
OAK HARBOR: Nov. 19, 2025 Police Community Advisory Board meeting [VIDEO]
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.
OAK HARBOR: Nov. 18, 2025 City Council meeting [VIDEO]
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.
OAK HARBOR: City adjusts master fee schedule
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.