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Marine Advisory Commission raises hydroplane spectator rate to $2.50 per foot, keeps standard electrical fee
Summary
The Oak Harbor Marine Advisory Commission set a $2.50-per-foot nightly spectator rate for the summer hydroplane event, with a three-night minimum, and affirmed the standard $6.35 nightly electricity charge. Commissioners also asked staff to seek clearer commitments from event organizers on course setup and staff support before the August event.
The Marine Advisory Commission voted to set spectator rates for this summer's hydroplane races at $2.50 per foot per night with a three-night minimum and to keep the standard electricity charge at $6.35 per night.
The change was proposed during the commission's Feb. 10 meeting as staff said the marina typically loses a night of transient business because many visiting boats arrive Friday, race on Saturday, and depart Sunday. Chris, the harbor master, recommended the $2.25 rate earlier in the discussion but…
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