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Oak Harbor parks updates: Smith Park nominated for state register, $100K maintenance grant underway and field-use fee to rise 50 cents

Oak Harbor Park Board · January 17, 2026
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Staff reported the Washington State Advisory Council on Historic Preservation unanimously nominated Smith Park for state register listing; a $100,000 local park maintenance grant and redirected $45,000 were described; staff also said field-use fees will increase from $8.50 to $9 per participant to aid maintenance.

Staff provided a series of operational updates covering grants, hiring, field fees and community programs.

On preservation, staff said the Washington State Advisory Council on Historic Preservation met on Sept. 1 and "nominated unanimously, to accept Smith Park for listing on the the register." Staff said the board will likely present the formal notice to the city council when the…

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