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Gary Oak Society proposes new plantings, historic nominations for Oak Harbor’s 110th
Summary
The Oak Harbor Garry Oak Society presented a slate of volunteer‑funded projects to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission on Jan. 13, 2025, asking the city to partner on new tree plantings, interpretive signage and historic nominations tied to the city’s 110th anniversary.
The Oak Harbor Garry Oak Society presented a slate of volunteer‑funded projects to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission on Jan. 13, 2025, asking the city to partner on new tree plantings, interpretive signage and historic nominations tied to the city’s 110th anniversary.
The society’s presentation, delivered by Kyle, a founding member and director of special projects for the Oak Harbor Garry Oak Society, outlined several initiatives: planting a second phase at Centennial Grove with locally sourced seedlings and acorns donated by the society; participation in the city’s tree plan; an April 12 ribbon‑cutting and plaque installation at Smith Park; and nominations of two pieces of public art—the Flintstone car and the Holland Gardens windmill—for local and state heritage registers. Kyle said the society will provide materials and most funding for the projects and asked only for limited city labor support.
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