Latest Curated Headlines from Oak Harbor and North Whidbey

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.

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: 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.

CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Video recording of the November meeting of the Oak Harbor Arts Commission.

CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Oak Harbor Marina Commission discussed dredging delays, safety map updates, pumpout services, facility upgrades, membership bylaw changes, and upcoming projects, with ongoing government shutdown impacting major progress.

CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Commission reviewed Scenic Heights Trail maintenance, bike speed safety, and pickleball court conversions; debate focused on balancing facility improvements, costs, sport needs, and future expansion in Oak Harbor.

CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Oak Harbor Historic Preservation Commission received a $20,000 grant for preservation work. November’s meeting is cancelled; progress updates and planning set for January 2026.

CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Video of the City Council meeting of Wed., Nov. 5, 2025. The council approved a 1% property tax levy increase, heard updates on veteran services, debated budget amendments, and discussed refining fee review and calendar processes.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Oak Harbor council reviewed a modified Parks master plan through 2032, debating spending, grants, and combining it with a recreation center feasibility study for possible 2026 implementation.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: It would allow judges to impose conditions on people convicted of drug crimes that bans them from entering the zone.