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Port Angeles Seeks Board Members, Water Shortage, Park Closure

Friday, August 21, 2026

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Port Angeles is seeking applicants to represent the city on Clallam County's Opportunity Fund Board, according to a city announcement on August 21, 2026. The city is also seeking volunteers for various advisory committees, including those focused on beautification and public safety, per a separate announcement from the same day. A temporary playground closure at Shane Park began June 15, with residents directed to alternative playgrounds in the city. Stage III water shortage restrictions are in effect, with limited outdoor water use permitted, according to a city press release dated August 19, 2026. The city received a SEPA checklist for a 145,000-square-foot high school replacement project at Port Angeles High School, as reported on August 17, 2026.

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Port Angeles is seeking applicants to represent the city on Clallam County's Opportunity Fund Board“Seeking Applicants to Represent the City on the County's Opportunity Fund Board — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:44:00 -0800 The Opportunity Fund Board operates in accordance with Clallam County administrative policies regarding boards and committees. Source: https://www.cityofpa.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2058”
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The city announcement was on August 21, 2026“City Seeking Volunteers for Advisory Boards, Committees, and Commissions for Port Angeles, WA — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:02:00 -0800”
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The city is seeking volunteers for various advisory committees“The 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 city is seeking volunteers for advisory committees focused on beautification“The 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 city is seeking volunteers for advisory committees focused on public safety“The 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 city announcement was from a separate announcementNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The city announcement was from the same dayNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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A temporary playground closure at Shane Park began June 15“The playground at Shane Park will be temporarily closed beginning Monday morning, June 15. Residents are encouraged to visit alternative playgrounds in the city.”
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Residents were directed to alternative playgrounds in the city“Residents are encouraged to visit alternative playgrounds in the city.”
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Stage III water shortage restrictions are in effect“Press Release: Stage III Water Shortage declared for Port Angeles, Limited outdoor restrictions in effect Source: https://www.cityofpa.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2057”
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Limited outdoor water use is permitted“Press Release: Stage III Water Shortage declared for Port Angeles, Limited outdoor restrictions in effect Source: https://www.cityofpa.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2057”
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The city press release was dated August 19, 2026“Press Release: Stage III Water Shortage Declared for Port Angeles — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:40:11 -0800 Press Release: Stage III Water Shortage declared for Port Angeles, Limited outdoor restrictions in effect Source: https://www.cityofpa.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2057”
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The city received a SEPA checklist“The City of Port Angeles has received a State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Checklist from the Port Angeles School District for the construction of a three-story, 145,000 square foot high school replacement to accommodate grades 9-12.”
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The SEPA checklist was for a 145,000-square-foot high school replacement project“The City of Port Angeles has received a State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Checklist from the Port Angeles School District for the construction of a three-story, 145,000 square foot high school replacement to accommodate grades 9-12.”
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The high school replacement project is at Port Angeles High School“The City of Port Angeles has received a State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Checklist from the Port Angeles School District for the construction of a three-story, 145,000 square foot high school replacement to accommodate grades 9-12.”
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The SEPA checklist was reported on August 17, 2026“SEPA 26-0242 Port Angeles High School — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:56:16 -0800 The City of Port Angeles has received a State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Checklist from the Port Angeles School District for the construction of a three-story, 145,000 square foot high school replacement to accommodate grades 9-12. Source: https://www.cityofpa.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2056”