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Port Angeles Seeks Advisory Board Volunteers

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The City of Port Angeles is seeking volunteers for its advisory boards, committees, and commissions, according to a July 10, 2026, news flash. These groups address topics including beautification programs and public safety services, offering residents a chance to contribute to city decisions.

Municipal Code Amendment 26-0180, approved on July 10, 2026, updates the city's code to align with the Growth Management Act as part of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The amendment is required under Washington State law.

The City Council also approved a 0.1% criminal justice sales tax on July 10, 2026, to fund four new police officer positions. The tax is estimated to cost average households $20.60 annually. Meanwhile, the Parks & Recreation Department announced tennis court improvements at Erickson Playfield scheduled for July through August 2026.

πŸ“„ Source: City of Port Angeles β€” News Flash β€” https://www.cityofpa.us/RSSFeed.aspx?ModID=1&CID=All-0
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    The City of Port Angeles is seeking volunteers for its advisory boards, committees, and commissionsβ€œThe City of Port Angeles has a variety of permanent committees, from beautification programs to public safety services, these advisory groups offer an opportunity for dedicated individuals to weigh in on a range of important issues.”
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    The information was provided in a July 10, 2026, news flashβ€œnull”
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    These groups address topics including beautification programsβ€œThe City of Port Angeles has a variety of permanent committees, from beautification programs to public safety services, these advisory groups offer an opportunity for dedicated individuals to weigh in on a range of important issues.”
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    These groups address topics including public safety servicesβ€œThe City of Port Angeles has a variety of permanent committees, from beautification programs to public safety services, these advisory groups offer an opportunity for dedicated individuals to weigh in on a range of important issues.”
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    Residents have a chance to contribute to city decisionsβ€œThe City of Port Angeles has a variety of permanent committees, from beautification programs to public safety services, these advisory groups offer an opportunity for dedicated individuals to weigh in on a range of important issues.”
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    Municipal Code Amendment 26-0180 was approved on July 10, 2026β€œnull”
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    The amendment updates the city's code to align with the Growth Management Actβ€œMunicipal Code Amendments require by Washington State legislation associated with the Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A) 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update (CPA 25-0004).”
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    The amendment is part of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Updateβ€œMunicipal Code Amendments require by Washington State legislation associated with the Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A) 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update (CPA 25-0004).”
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    The amendment is required under Washington State lawβ€œMunicipal Code Amendments require by Washington State legislation associated with the Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A) 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update (CPA 25-0004).”
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    The City Council approved a 0.1% criminal justice sales tax on July 10, 2026β€œCity Council approves 0.1% criminal justice sales tax to fund four new police officer positions β€” Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:47:00 -0800 Revenues collected will be dedicated to increasing staffing in the Port Angeles Police Department. The estimated cost to average local households will be $20.60 per year.”
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    The tax is estimated to cost average households $20.60 annuallyβ€œThe estimated cost to average local households will be $20.60 per year.”
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    The Parks & Recreation Department announced tennis court improvements at Erickson Playfieldβ€œThe Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce upcoming improvements to the Erickson Playfield Tennis Courts.”
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    The tennis court improvements are scheduled for July through August 2026β€œPress Release: Erickson Playfield Tennis Court Improvements Scheduled July through August β€” Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:27:00 -0800 The Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce upcoming improvements to the Erickson Playfield Tennis Courts.”

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