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Parks & Recreation ramps up programs, marina work and capital projects in Oak Harbor
Summary
Parks and Recreation Director Brian Smith reported expanded programming, new staff, marina maintenance and several capital projects including a 4,400‑foot trail, pickleball design nearing completion, an inclusive playground RFP and an urban forestry plan funded by grant support.
Brian Smith, Director of Parks and Recreation, presented the department’s annual report and described rapid expansion of recreational programming, staffing and capital work over the last year.
Smith said the department has added dozens of programs for youth and adults, hired new recreation staff and produced the first activity guide since the 1990s. He reported more than 645 program participants (not counting later summer registrations), 72 new programs added in one year, and a recreation center membership of about 900. Smith said summer camp registrations were already strong and that the department has transitioned special‑event…
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