City of Oak Harbor

06/23/2026

Know Before You Ride:
New Washington e-bike laws with Detective Rafferty from Oak Harbor PD
The new law keeps the three classes of e-bikes, but makes a clear distinction between e-bikes and the higher-powered electric motorcycles.
Parents, please have conversations with your kids about the new law. Our police officers will make stops and educate young riders for a period of time before issuing infractions.

FLYER IN COMMENTS
For more information, please see the following resources:
E-bike guide: https://wtsc.wa.gov/erideguide/
SB 6110 Legislative Summary: https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6110&Year=2025

06/23/2026

Day 1 of Camp Windjammer: SMILES ALL
AROUND!

If the size of these smiles is any indication, we’d say the first day of camp was a huge hit!

Campers jumped right in and made the most of their first day and we can’t wait to see what the rest of the summer has in store.

To sign up for a Camp Windjammer session visit us here https://www.oakharbor.gov/255/Parks-and-Recreation

06/22/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FROM THE Oak Harbor Chamber:

Please note: no charcoal grills at the park. Propane grills are ok!

Visit https://www.oakharborchamber.com/ for more information.

06/22/2026

Expect delays on the bridge this Wednesday for bridge flushing.

WSDOT

June 22, 2026 - Info from WSDOT - Deception Pass - Expect Alternating Delays on June 24 for Bridge FlushingIt's time to get cleaned up! From 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, June 24, expect alternati

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day from all of us at the City!

06/20/2026

Heads up! Our Parks Supervisor put up signs around the lagoon to let everyone know there are sand wasps in the area.
No need to panic, the wasps aren't dangerous as long as they aren't provoked. Just give them their space, and we can all enjoy a safe day at the park!
Message us at [email protected] if you have questions. Full image and flyer in comments.

06/19/2026

City offices are closed today in honor of .
There will be no garbage pick-up.
For a list of other City closures, click here https://www.oakharbor.gov/412/City-Holidays-Office-Closures

06/18/2026

PHOTO OF THE WEEK: America's 250 proclamation
At Tuesday's council meeting, the Whidbey Island Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the
George Washington National Society of the Sons of the American Resolution (SAR) read a proclamation honoring the America 250 Semi-quincentennial Anniversary and honoring the month of July as America 250 month.

06/18/2026

MAYOR WRIGHT’S “WE SEE YOU” AWARD:

At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, Mayor Wright presented the “We See You” Award to Emma H.
Emma is the youngest recipient and In just a few short years, Emma has become a force on the mat and an inspiration in our community.
Emma represents the very best of our community,” said Mayor Wright. “Her wrestling accomplishments are remarkable, but what stands out even more is the her determination and positive influence on those around her. We see you, Emma, and we couldn’t be prouder.”

Congratulations, Emma!

06/18/2026

“I’m proud of the teamwork happening behind the scenes to make the Chamber’s Independence Day festivities safe and enjoyable for everyone” -Mayor Wright.

Mayor Wright is correct, there is a lot of behind the scenes planning because community events don’t happen by accident, they happen when people come together and have a conversation.

Today, representatives from all City departments, first responders, and the Chamber of Commerce met to review the event permit.

More information on the Independence Day festivities, click here https://www.oakharborchamber.com/independence-day/

Oak Harbor Chamber