City surveys youth services
According to the 2000 Census, 25 percent of Oak Harbor’s population is 18 years of age and under.
In an effort to improve youth services, the city is conducting a survey that will aid in the development of future activities and programs for youth.
The city commissioned Big Brothers Big Sisters of Island County to conduct the community-wide survey and would like all adults to contribute their impression of the current quality of youth services.
The survey was distributed in utility bills. Please mail or drop off the completed survey at City Hall, 865 SE Barrington Dr., Oak Harbor. You may also access the survey at www.oakharbor.org, by clicking on “Youth Services Survey.”
Questions or comments? Contact Big Brothers Big Sisters at 279-0644.
Greenbank kicks off campaign
Somebody donated $15,000 to the Greenbank Farm with one string attached: They have to double that amount in order to receive the money.
The Greenbank Farm Management Group received the anonymous donation as officials are getting ready to kick off its annual donation drive. They have until the end of the year to match the donation.
Officials are sending out mailers to residents in hopes of gathering between $30,000 and $50,000 worth of donations including the anonymous gift.
Tom Baenen, president of the Greenbank Farm Management Group, said it’s not possible to cover the cost of farm operations without the help of donors, volunteers and contributors.
Last year, the campaign kickoff raised approximately $17,000.
Mailers will be sent to people Oct. 15. Donate either through the mail or online at www.greenbankfarm.com.
Get ready for the big transition
Skagit Hospice Services, Whidbey Memorial Funeral and Cremation Service, Regency on Whidbey, Oak Harbor Church of Christ and Home Health and Hospice of Whidbey General Hospital host “Touchstones for Transition” Friday, Oct. 24 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Skagit Valley College, Whidbey Island Campus.
This end-of-life educational event will feature two keynote speakers on the topics of the bereavement cycle and how and why to create a support system.
A reception will follow providing the opportunity for the community to speak with professionals in the areas of financial planning, funeral and memorial preparation, legal preparation and options for long-term care residences, among others.
Call 679-4905 or 1-800-894-5877.
