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Oak Harbor circulates RFP for recreation‑center feasibility; council discusses reusing existing building
Summary
Council was briefed that a recreation-center feasibility RFP has been issued and that staff are exploring a faster alternative: adapting the former North End Fitness building on Goldie Road to meet community-size benchmarks and parking needs.
Oak Harbor staff told the council May 27 that the city has issued a request for proposals for a recreation‑center feasibility study and is also exploring adaptive reuse of an existing structure to speed delivery.
Why it matters: A recreation center is a large, costly facility with long lead time; reusing an existing building could reduce cost and accelerate availability if the structure meets program needs and parking can be arranged.
What staff reported
- RFP status: Staff said the…
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