Swantown Avenue Paving and Safety Project

Oak Harbor is launching the Swantown Avenue Paving and Safety Project to improve bike safety and mobility in response to community feedback. The initiative aligns with the city's 2024 Active Transportation Plan, which emphasizes the need for dedicated walking and biking spaces. Extensive public engagement highlighted a strong demand for safer transportation options, especially among students and residents. The city secured $400,000 in grants from the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board, supplemented by local funds, to support the project. Officials plan to implement more bike lanes in future road improvements, enhancing connectivity throughout the city.

Traffic calming measures will also be introduced to make the streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists. The project team is addressing concerns about lane management and signaling to improve traffic flow. Ultimately, these changes aim to contribute to a more vibrant, healthy, and sustainable Oak Harbor.