Anacortes, WA
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AnacortesWA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$647,700 Typical home value $728,211 +1.2% yr/yr · +12.3% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (25)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Arts Commission
- Bob Hogan
- Todd Young
- Zach Wight
- Betty Connor
- Diane Marr
- Lisa Rhodes
- Trish Wilson
- Kami Bratten
- Stephen Cheng
- Clara Jeong
- Betty Conner
- Steven Cheng
Who’s on the Forest Advisory Board
- Brian Wetcher
- JoAnn York-Gilmore
- Tabb Stringer
- Kit Gerwels
- Nathan Schwarck
- Nathan Schwark
- Kit Gilmore
- York-Gilmore
Who’s on the Parks & Rec Advisory Commission
- JoAnn York-Gilmore
- Brad Adams
- Sarah Nichols
- Christine Hansen
- Alex Hernandez
Development activity
202529 housing units ($8.1M)
🗳️ Election results (13 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2025-11-04
Ryan Walters ✓ 5,593 · WRITE-IN 384
City Council At-Large Position 7 2025-11-04
Anthony L Young ✓ 5,018 · WRITE-IN 415
City Council At-Large Position 6 2025-11-04
Carolyn Y. Moulton ✓ 4,475 · Courtney Orrock 2,840 · WRITE-IN 12
City Council At-Large Position 5 2025-11-04
Bruce McDougall ✓ 5,060 · WRITE-IN 62
City Council At-Large Position 4 2025-11-04
Luke Currier ✓ 4,853 · Teresa Delarosa 2,451 · WRITE-IN 16
City Council Ward 3 Position 3 2023-11-07
TJ Fantini ✓ 1,802 · Linda Martin 1,213 · WRITE-IN 2
City Council Ward 2 Position 2 2023-11-07
Christine Cleland-McGrath ✓ 1,484 · WRITE-IN 32
City Council Ward 1 Position 1 2023-11-07
Ryan Walters ✓ 1,443 · WRITE-IN 51
Mayor 2021-11-02
Matt Miller ✓ 4,290 · Ryan Walters 4,091 · WRITE-IN 15
City Council At-Large Position 7 2021-11-02
Anthony Young ✓ 4,626 · WRITE-IN 323
City Council At-Large Position 6 2021-11-02
Carolyn Y. Moulton ✓ 5,123 · WRITE-IN 98
City Council At-Large Position 5 2021-11-02
Bruce McDougall ✓ 4,398 · Sara Holahan 2,965 · WRITE-IN 42
Upcoming
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
City Hall - 904 6th Street, Anacortes
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
Board approves Skagit Conservation District request to collect Grand Fir seeds
The Anacortes Community Forest Lands Advisory Board met to review staff reports and approve a request from the Skagit Conservation District to collect Grand Fir seeds from the area south of Heart Lake. The board also received updates on the Heart Lake shoreline restoration, Whistle Lake dam projects, and a $2.4 million city budget shortfall for 2027. No new ordinances or fee changes were decided at this meeting.
- Approved Skagit Conservation District request to collect Grand Fir seeds south of Heart Lake for seed banking
- Reported $2.4 million city budget shortfall for 2027
- Heart Lake shoreline restoration project continues with storm water treatment options
- Whistle Lake dam and A Avenue projects funded by Public Works funds
- Aqua Technex treated 11.5 acres of Heart Lake shoreline for Eurasian milfoil
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City of Anacortes
Parks & Recreation
www.anacorteswa.gov
Anacortes City Hall · PO Box 547 · 904 6th Street · Anacortes WA 98221 · 360-299-1900
Anacortes Community Forest Lands Advisory Board
September 3, 2026
6PM
In person and virtual meeting options.
In Person: City Hall Main Floor Conference Room
Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88308344363
Preliminary Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Approve August ‘26 Minutes
3. Public Comments for any item not on the agenda
4. Friends of the ACFL Update
5. Staff Reports
6. Parks Commission Update
7. Other Business
Adjourn
2
Minutes of the Meeting: August 6, 2026
Board members present: Brian Wetcher, JoAnn York-Gilmore, Tabb Stringer,
Kit Gerwels
Staff present: Bob Vaux, Darby Jordan
Meeting held in person and called to order at 6:01PM
Minutes: May minutes were unanimously approved.
Public Comments:
None
Skagit Conservation District: Cone Collection Request
Nick Kunz with the SCD was in attendance. He is a forester who works on
seed sourcing and tree regeneration and reforesting. Jim Brown was also in
attendance. He is a plant materials grower. They are working alongside
Transition Fidalgo on this project.
Nick spoke about the need for sourcing Grand Fir tree seeds. There has been
no collection in over a decade in this area. This collection would allow for seed
banking and to conserve the local genetics which could be developed into
rooting …
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
City Hall - 904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
City Hall - 904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
City Hall - 904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
City Hall - 904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
904 6th Street, Anacortes
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
City Hall - 904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
City Hall - 904 6th Street, Anacortes
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Mon May 10, 2027 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Mon Jul 12, 2027 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Mon Aug 9, 2027 · 09:00
Library Board of Trustees
Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to discuss interlocal agreement for event facility funding
The Anacortes City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and claims, and to discuss an interlocal agreement with Skagit County for grant funding for a Port/City event facility. The agenda also includes a presentation on the city's budget process and a closed session on collective bargaining.
- Approval of claims totaling $529,526.23
- Interlocal Agreement #C2026-0240 with Skagit County for grant funding for Port/City Event Facility construction
- Overview of the City's Budget Process (presentation)
- Police Officer Swearing In
- Closed session on collective bargaining per RCW 42.30.140(4)(b)
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Watch online or participate via Zoom at www.anacorteswa.gov/meetings. Comment via email to cityclerk@anacorteswa.gov or to City Clerk, P.O. Box
547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
August 24, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Announcements and Committee Reports
a.
Police Officer Swearing In
b.
Parks and Recreation Committee (Report)
c.
Public Safety Committee (Report)
d.
Personnel Committee (Report)
4.
Public Comment
a.
Participation Rules and Procedures
5.
Consent Agenda
a.
Minutes of August 17, 2026 (Action)
b.
Approval of claims in the amount of $529,526.23 (Action)
6.
Other Business
a.
Interlocal Agreement #C2026-0240 with Skagit County for Grant Funding for
Construction of Port/City Event Facility (Discussion/Action)
b.
Overview of the City's Budget Process* (Presentation)
7.
Closed Session
a.
Collective Bargaining topics per RCW 42.30.140(4)(b) (Discussion)
8.
Adjournment
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to approve contracts, claims, and SRO interlocal amendment
The Anacortes City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, claims, and several contract awards. They will also discuss a contract for the design of a maintenance storage building at the water treatment plant and receive a presentation on the Civic Academy.
- Approval of claims totaling $692,793.67
- Contract award for Water Treatment Plant Ballast Assisted Sedimentation Area Train Deck Coating #C2026-0226
- Contract award for Fire Detection, Suppression, and Inspection Services #26-205-FAC-001
- Interlocal Amendment 3 to the School Resource Officer Program #IL265
- Discussion/action on Contract Award: WTP Maintenance Storage Building Project - Design #C2026-0228
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✓ Decided: Council approves $309,824 design contract for WTP maintenance storage building
The Anacortes City Council unanimously approved a $309,824 contract with HDR Engineering, Inc. for design services for the Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Storage Building Project. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $692,793.67 and several contract awards. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included committee reports and a presentation on the Civic Academy program.
- Approved $309,824 design contract with HDR Engineering for WTP Maintenance Storage Building (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including claims of $692,793.67 (unanimous)
- Approved contract award for Water Treatment Plant Ballast Assisted Sedimentation Area Train Deck Coating #C2026-0226
- Approved contract award for Fire Detection, Suppression, and Inspection Services #26-205-FAC-001
- Approved Interlocal Amendment 3 to the School Resource Officer Program #IL265
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Watch online or participate via Zoom at www.anacorteswa.gov/meetings. Comment via email to cityclerk@anacorteswa.gov or to City Clerk, P.O. Box
547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
August 17, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Announcements and Committee Reports
a.
Economic Development Committee (Report)
b.
Finance Committee (Report)
4.
Public Comment
a.
Participation Rules and Procedures
5.
Consent Agenda
a.
Minutes of August 10, 2026 (Action)
b.
Approval of claims in the amount of $692,793.67 (Action)
c.
Contract Award: Water Treatment Plant Ballast Assisted Sedimentation Area Train Deck
Coating #C2026-0226 (Action)
d.
Contract Award: Fire Detection, Suppression, and Inspection Services #26-205-FAC-001
(Action)
e.
Interlocal Amendment 3 to the School Resource Officer Program #IL265 (Action)
6.
Other Business
a.
Civic Academy (Presentation)
b.
Contract Award: WTP Maintenance Storage Building Project - Design #C2026-0228
(Dis …
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - August 17, 2026
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - August 17, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the August 17, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:05pm.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Carolyn Moulton, Bruce McDougall and TJ
Fantini were present. Councilmember Christine Cleland-McGrath participated in the meeting remotely via
Zoom.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters made announcements regarding the 12th Street and Commercial Avenue project, a planned
Fiber internet maintenance outage on August 24th from 12-4am, Elliott the Magician performing on August
18th at 6:30pm at Causland Park, Open Streets on August 30th from 11am-3pm, Residential Clean Up Day on
September 19th from 9am-12pm, and the new rules regarding e-bikes and e-motorcycles, referring to a slide
presentation that was added to the packet materials for the meeting.
Economic Development Committee
Mr. Young reported from the Economic Development Committee meeting held August 11th. The topics
discussed included a presentation by Skagit Tourism Bureau Chief Executive Officer Kristen Keltz that covered
tourism numbers, especially the ANACORTES letters installed near the Washington State Ferry terminal that
generated 400 web views and 1,000 reactions, the impending visit of travel writers to the area, the possible
filming of …
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 16:00
Arts Commission
Anacortes Arts Commission August meeting cancelled
The Anacortes Arts Commission meeting scheduled for August 12, 2026 at 4pm has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
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ANACORTES ARTS COMMISSION
P.O. BOX 547, ANACORTES, WA
98221
(360) 293-1918 / (360) 293-1928
Anacortes Arts Commission
August 12th, 2026 at 4pm
Meeting Cancelled
If reasonable accommodation due to a disability are needed, please contact Brandon Krause at 299-1961 at least 48 hours prior to
the meeting date.
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00
Parks & Rec Advisory Commission
Parks & Rec Advisory Commission meeting cancelled for summer break
The Anacortes Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for August 11, 2026, has been cancelled for summer break. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
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ANACORTES PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
P.O. BOX 547, ANACORTES, WA 98221
(360) 293-1918 / (360) 293-1928
Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
Aug 11th, 2026 at 6pm
This meeting has been cancelled
for summer break.
If reasonable accommodation due to a disability are needed, please contact Brandon Krause at least 48 hours
prior to the meeting date (360-299-1961).
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review critical areas and shoreline updates
The Anacortes Planning Commission is meeting to consider updates to the Critical Areas Regulations and the Shoreline Master Program, including a best available science review and a gap analysis. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment periods.
- Critical Areas Regulations Periodic Update - Best Available Science Review
- Shoreline Master Program Periodic Update - Updated Gap Analysis and Consistency Review
- Approval of minutes from 07/14/2026
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*Citizens wishing to comment on items not on the agenda may do so under Public Comment. Citizens wishing to comment during a
public hearing may do so as those items are considered by the Planning Commission during the course of the meeting.
The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings available and accessible to all members of the community. For
assistance with special needs, please contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
• Meetings may be viewed on the City of Anacortes website, on the City of Anacortes YouTube Channel, or on TV Channel
10.
• To watch, listen to, or participate in the meeting live, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84685300609 or telephone 1-253-215-
8782 and enter Meeting ID 846 8530 0609.
• The public is encouraged to comment via email to pced@anacorteswa.gov, via written comment addressed to PCED, P.O.
Box 547, Anacortes, WA 98221. Public comments received prior to 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting will become part of the
record for the meeting, just as if presented in person.
• Complete guidelines for virtual participation in Anacortes Planning Commission meetings are available here. View the quick
video example for connecting to the meeting here.
Anacortes Planning Commission
Municipal Building - Council Chambers
904 6th Street
August 11, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Minutes
a. Minutes of 07/14/2026 w …
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider $1.3M in claims, fiber contract, and hazard plan
The City Council will vote on consent agenda items including minutes and $1,306,507.41 in claims, and discuss/act on a Ziply Fiber internet contract, adoption of the Skagit County Hazard Mitigation Plan, a water treatment plant intake pump station analysis contract, and an ordinance on contract numbering. An executive session for a potential real estate transaction is also scheduled.
- Approval of claims totaling $1,306,507.41
- Contract award for Ziply Fiber Dedicated Internet Access
- Resolution 3196 adopting Skagit County Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Contract award for Water Treatment Plant Intake Pump Station Alternatives Analysis
- Ordinance 5035 on contract numbering
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✓ Decided: Council approves $151,200 Ziply Fiber internet contract
The Anacortes City Council approved a $151,200 contract with Ziply Fiber for dedicated internet access, adopted the 2026 Skagit County Hazard Mitigation Plan, and authorized a $158,700 alternatives analysis for the water treatment plant intake pump station. The council also passed Ordinance 5035 updating the city's contract numbering system. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved $151,200 Ziply Fiber internet contract (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 3196, Skagit County Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
- Authorized $158,700 HDR Engineering contract for WTP intake pump station analysis (unanimous)
- Passed Ordinance 5035 updating contract numbering system (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $1,306,507.41 in claims (unanimous)
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Watch online or participate via Zoom at www.anacorteswa.gov/meetings. Comment via email to cityclerk@anacorteswa.gov or to City Clerk, P.O. Box
547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
August 10, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Housing Affordability and Community Services and Planning Committee (Report)
b. Port / City Liaison Committee (Report)
c. Mayor's Awards of Merit (Presentation)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of August 3, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $1,306,507.41 (Action)
6. Other Business
a. Contract Award: Ziply Fiber Dedicated Internet Access #26-178-FBR-001/#26-178-FBR-
002 (Discussion/Action)
b. Resolution 3196: Adoption of the Skagit County Hazard Mitigation Plan
(Discussion/Action)
c. Contract Award: Water Treatment Plant Intake Pump Station Alternatives Analysis
#C2026-0218 (Discussion/Action)
d. Ordinance 5035: Contract Numbering …
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - August 10, 2026
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - August 10, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the August 10, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Christine Cleland-McGrath, Carolyn Moulton,
Bruce McDougall and TJ Fantini were present.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters made announcements regarding the 12th Street and Commercial Avenue intersection project,
August events at the Library, Open Streets on August 30th from 11am-3pm, Residential Clean Up Day on
Saturday, September 19th from 9am-12pm, and Ordinance 5032 regulating the use of e-bikes, e-motorcycles,
and other personal transportation devices is effective as of today.
Housing Affordability and Community Services and Planning Committee
Ms. Moulton reported from the Housing Affordability and Community Services and Planning Committee
meeting held earlier in the evening immediately before the regular City Council meeting. The topics discussed
included the award of a $750,000 grant from Skagit County for the Event Center, the release of a request for
proposal by the Port of Anacortes for a hotel near the Event Center, a $75,000 grant application to continue to
refine planning processes, updates to the Planning, Community, & Economic Development web page, and
results of the recent appeals …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 5035 to update the system for numbering city contracts. Vote:
5 yea
Carolyn Moulton yea · Anthony Young yea · TJ Fantini yea · Luke Currier yea · Marcia Hunt yea
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
City Hall - 904 6th Street, Anacortes
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
Forest Advisory Board to review cone collection request
The Anacortes Community Forest Lands Advisory Board will meet to discuss a cone collection request from the Skagit Conservation District. The board will also receive updates from the Friends of the ACFL and the Parks Commission.
- Skagit Conservation District cone collection request
- Friends of the ACFL update
- Parks Commission update
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City of Anacortes
Parks & Recreation
www.anacorteswa.gov
Anacortes City Hall · PO Box 547 · 904 6th Street · Anacortes WA 98221 · 360 -299-1900
Anacortes Community Forest Lands Advisory Board
August 6, 2026
6PM
In person and virtual meeting options.
In Person: City Hall Main Floor Conference Room
Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88308344363
Preliminary Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Approve May ‘26 Minutes
3. Public Comments for any item not on the agenda
4. Skagit Conservation District: cone collection request
5. Friends of the ACFL Update
6. Staff Reports
7. Parks Commission Update
8. Other Business
Adjourn
2
Minutes of the Meeting: May 7th, 2026
Board members present: Brian Wetcher, JoAnn York-Gilmore, Tabb Stringer,
Kit Gerwels
Staff present: Bob Vaux, Darby Jordan
Meeting held in person and called to order at 6:00PM
Minutes: April minutes were unanimously approved.
Public Comments:
None
Friends of the Forest Update:
Ellie shared that summer is quickly approaching. The kindergarten program is
complete and the 3rd and 7th ending soon. Hannah has been leading the family
hikes and all have been at capacity on registration. However there are no-
shows each time, preventing others from participating. The Friends are
requesting to bump the registration numbers up to allow for more
opportunities. They anticipate that the group would still be at the 25 number
with some registrants not ac …
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to consider 2026 budget amendment and skate park contracts
The Anacortes City Council will meet to approve claims and a contract modification for the March's Point Road project. Members will also discuss a budget amendment to consolidate accounting funds and a contract award for the Ben Root Skate Park.
- Approval of claims totaling $435,225.78
- Contract modification for March's Point Road Water Main and Bike Lane Project #24-159-ENG-001
- Contract award for Ben Root Skate Park Restroom & Parking Lot Project #25-136-PRK-004
- Ordinance 5034: 2026 Budget Amendment to consolidate accounting funds and establish a construction fund
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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.2M Safe Routes to School grant for 22nd Street trail
The Anacortes City Council approved a $1.2 million no-match Safe Routes to School grant for a multimodal trail and sidewalk improvement project on 22nd Street between M Avenue and J Avenue. The council also unanimously approved a contract with Colacurcio Brothers, Inc. for the Ben Root Skate Park Restroom & Parking Lot Project, and passed Ordinance 5034 to consolidate accounting funds and establish a construction fund. All consent agenda items, including claims totaling $434,096.90, were approved unanimously.
- Approved $1.2M Safe Routes to School grant for 22nd Street trail (unanimous)
- Approved contract #25-136-PRK-004 with Colacurcio Brothers, Inc. for Ben Root Skate Park restroom & parking lot (unanimous)
- Passed Ordinance 5034 consolidating funds 101, 102, 103 into General fund and establishing construction fund 301 (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims totaling $434,096.90 (unanimous)
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meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
August 3, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Public Works Committee (Report)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of July 27, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $435,225.78 (Action)
c. Contract Modification: March's Point Road Water Main and Bike Lane Project – Design
#24-159-ENG-001 (Action)
6. Other Business
a. Contract Award: Ben Root Skate Park Restroom & Parking Lot Project #25-136-PRK-
004 (Discussion/Possible Action)
b. Ordinance 5034: 2026 Budget Amendment Consolidating Accounting Funds and
Establishing a Construction Fund.* (Discussion/Possible Action)
7. Adjournment
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - August 3, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the August 3, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Christine Cleland-McGrath, Carolyn Moulton,
and TJ Fantini were present. Councilmember Bruce McDougall participated in the meeting remotely via Zoom.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters made announcements regarding the 12th Street and Commercial Avenue intersection project,
upcoming events at the Library, and National Night Out on August 4th from 6-8pm, referring to a slide
presentation that was added to the packet materials for the meeting.
Public Works Committee
Ms. Cleland-McGrath reported from the Public Works Committee meeting held earlier in the evening. The
topics discussed included the committee's appreciation for the work that was done on the Wastewater Treatment
Plant Alternatives Analysis with the next workshop scheduled for October 8th, and a pending $1.2 million no-
match Safe Routes to School grant for a multimodal trail and sidewalk improvement project on 22nd Street
between M Avenue and J Avenue. The committee also discussed traffic safety concerns from the staff and the
public, including possible implementation of a 4-way stop at the 4th Street and Q Avenue intersection,
measures to di …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 5034 to consolidate funds 101, 102, and 103 into the General fund, and establish fund 301 for governmental construction projects. Vote:
5 yea
Carolyn Moulton yea · Anthony Young yea · TJ Fantini yea · Luke Currier yea · Marcia Hunt yea
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider new rules for personal transportation devices, replacing scooter ordinance
The City Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 5032 to repeal and replace the motorized scooter chapter with new regulations for personal transportation devices. Other actions include approving $306,030.31 in claims, awarding a contract for HVAC improvements at the water treatment plant, and discussing contract modifications for the A Avenue Landfill and Fire Station 1 remodel projects.
- Ordinance 5032: Repealing AMC 10.38 'Motorized Scooters' and replacing with new chapter 'Personal Transportation Devices' (second reading, possible action)
- Approval of claims totaling $306,030.31 (consent agenda action)
- Contract award for Water Treatment Plant High Service Pump Station HVAC improvements, design #C2026-0212 (consent agenda action)
- Contract modification discussion for A Avenue Landfill project with Anchor QEA (project #21-024-LEG-001)
- Contract modification discussion for Fire Station 1 Remodel project (#25-035-AFD-002)
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✓ Decided: Anacortes City Council adopts new personal transportation device rules
The Council passed Ordinance 5032 to regulate personal transportation devices and approved several contract modifications for city projects. They also reviewed a biosolids handling analysis for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and the Quarter 2 Finance update.
- Adopted Ordinance 5032 replacing 'Motorized Scooters' with 'Personal Transportation Devices' (7-0)
- Approved $306,030.31 in claims (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved $25,100 contract modification for A Avenue Landfill Project #21-024-LEG-001 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved $29,771.37 contract modification for Fire Station 1 Remodel Project #25-035-AFD-002 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Request for Work Under Interlocal Agreement #25-064-IDS-001 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Water Treatment Plant High Service Pump Station HVAC Improvement Design #C2026-0212 (unanimous voice vote)
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meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
July 27, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Finance Committee (Report)
b. Library and Museum Committee (Report)
c. Public Safety Committee (Report)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of July 20, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $306,030.31 (Action)
c. Approval of Request for Work Under Interlocal Agreement #25-064-IDS-001 (Action)
d. Contract Award: Water Treatment Plant (WTP) High Service Pump Station (HSPS)
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Improvement — Design #C2026-0212
(Action)
6. Other Business
a. Ordinance 5032: Repealing AMC 10.38 "Motorized Scooters" and Replacing it with New
Chapter AMC 10.38 "Personal Transportation Devices"* (Second Read),
(Discus …
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - July 27, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the July 27, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Carolyn Moulton, Bruce McDougall and TJ
Fantini were present. Councilmember Christine Cleland-McGrath participated in the meeting remotely via
Zoom.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters made announcements regarding the 12th Street and Commercial Avenue intersection project;
vacancies on the Arts Commission, the Anacortes Housing Authority Board, and Library Board of Trustees
(information on boards and commissions and how to apply); a new page on the website that includes property
tax information; upcoming August events at the Library; the Anacortes Arts Festival this coming weekend from
July 31st - August 2nd; and National Night Out at Storvik Park on August 6th from 6-8pm; referring to a slide
presentation that was added to the packet materials for the meeting.
Finance Committee
Ms. Moulton reported from the Finance Committee meeting held July 23rd. The committee discussed the 2nd
Quarter Finance update that would be presented later in the meeting.
Library and Museum Committee
Ms. Hunt reported from the Library and Museum Committee meeting held July 23rd. The topics discussed
included the many cul …
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council will approve $1.12 million in claims and swear in new firefighters
The council will approve claims totaling $1,120,658.96. It will also approve the minutes from the July 13, 2026 meeting. A swearing‑in ceremony will be held for Chief Mannix McDonnell and several firefighters, including a promotion to lieutenant for David Gettmann. An all‑department update for the second quarter will be presented for discussion.
- Approval of claims in the amount of $1,120,658.96
- Approval of minutes from the July 13, 2026 meeting
- Swearing‑in of Chief Mannix McDonnell and firefighters (including promotion of David Gettmann to lieutenant)
- Quarter 2 all‑department update (report and discussion)
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✓ Decided: Anacortes City Council approves $1.1M in claims
The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from July 13, 2026, and the payment of claims totaling $1,118,734.46. The meeting also featured the swearing-in of five fire department personnel and second quarter updates from city departments.
- Approved minutes of July 13, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved claims in the amount of $1,118,734.46 (unanimous)
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meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
July 20, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Firefighters Swearing In
a. Chief Mannix McDonnell
b. Firefighter Paramedic David Gettmann (Promotion to Lieutenant)
c. Firefighter Paramedic Austin Foster
d. Firefighter Emergency Medical Technician Kevin Paggao
e. Firefighter Emergency Medical Technician Andrew Ferrell
4. Announcements
5. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
6. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of July 13, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $1,120,658.96 (Action)
7. Other Business
a. Quarter 2 All-Department Update (Report), (Discussion)
8. Adjournment
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - July 20, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the July 20, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:01 p.m.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Carolyn Moulton, Bruce McDougall and TJ
Fantini were present. Councilmember Christine Cleland-McGrath was absent.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Ms. Moulton moved, seconded by Mr. Young, without objection to excuse the absence of Ms. Cleland-
McGrath.
Firefighters Swearing In
Mayor Walters administered the Firefighter's Oath to Chief Mannix McDonnell, Firefighter Paramedic David
Gettman on his promotion to Lieutenant, and Firefighter Paramedic Austin Foster, Firefighter Emergency
Medical Technician Kevin Paggao, and Firefighter Emergency Medical Technician Andrew Ferrell.
Mr. Young expressed his appreciation for the Fire Department’s work and service to the community
following a
recent visit to the Fire Station.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters made announcements regarding how to sign up for updates to Fiber customers, volunteering for
vacancies on Boards and Commissions, National Night out on August 6th from 6pm to 8pm at Storvik
Park, anacorteswa.gov/report for reporting issues in the community, referring to a slide presentation that was
added to the packet materials for the meeting.
Public Works Committee
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses permit streamlining amendments
The Anacortes Planning Commission will review the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding proposed amendments to the AMC Title 19 Unified Development Code for permit streamlining.
- Amendments to AMC Title 19 Unified Development Code – Permit Streamlining
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission reviews permit streamlining code amendments
The Planning Commission reviewed proposed amendments to AMC Title 19 Unified Development Code for permit streamlining, presented by Planning Manager Libby Grage. No vote was taken; minor changes will be made before public comment. The commission also approved the June 9, 2026 minutes and excused Commissioner Chad Sage's absence.
- Approved minutes of June 9, 2026 (all ayes)
- Excused Commissioner Chad Sage's absence (all ayes)
- Reviewed AMC Title 19 permit streamlining amendments; no vote taken
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*Citizens wishing to comment on items not on the agenda may do so under Public Comment. Citizens wishing to comment during a
public hearing may do so as those items are considered by the Planning Commission during the course of the meeting.
The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings available and accessible to all members of the community. For
assistance with special needs, please contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
• Meetings may be viewed on the City of Anacortes website, on the City of Anacortes YouTube Channel, or on TV Channel
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• To watch, listen to, or participate in the meeting live, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84685300609 or telephone 1-253-215-
8782 and enter Meeting ID 846 8530 0609.
• The public is encouraged to comment via email to pced@anacorteswa.gov, via written comment addressed to PCED, P.O.
Box 547, Anacortes, WA 98221. Public comments received prior to 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting will become part of the
record for the meeting, just as if presented in person.
• Complete guidelines for virtual participation in Anacortes Planning Commission meetings are available here. View the quick
video example for connecting to the meeting here.
Anacortes Planning Commission
Municipal Building - Council Chambers
904 6th Street
July 14, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Minutes
a. Minutes of 06/09/2026 sub …
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Roll Call
Chairperson Frank Jeretzky called to order the Anacortes Planning Commission meeting of July 14, 2026, at
6:00 p.m. Commissioners Jill Underwood, William McCombs, Linda Martin, Tarn Ohana and Mike Mills were
present.
Commissioner Chad Sage was absent.
Will McCombs motioned to excuse Chad Sage. Linda Martin seconded the motion.
All Ayes.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Minutes
Minutes of 06/09/2026 submitted for approval
June 9th, 2026 minutes submitted for approval.
Linda Martin motioned to approve the minutes. Mike Mills seconded the motion.
All Ayes.
Public Comment
Chairperson Frank Jeretzky opened it up to the public to make comments at 6:02pm.
No public comments.
Closed the public comments at 6:03pm.
Public Hearings
No public hearing.
Other Business
Amendments to AMC Title 19 Unified Development Code – Permit Streamlining
Planning Manager, Libby Grage, presented to the Planning Commission the Amendments to AMC Title 19
Unified Development Code — Permit Streaming in a slide presentation. Libby went over the
implementation of the Mayor's Executive Order on permit streamlining. This amendment is intended to
improve the efficiency, predictability, and organization of the City's development review process.
Discussion Topics:
• Clarification on the reduced objective numer …
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00
Parks & Rec Advisory Commission
Anacortes Parks & Recreation discusses park upgrades and project updates
The commission reviewed progress on the W 6th Street Park, including upcoming skatepark bidding, and discussed potential improvements for Rotary Park. Staff provided updates on seasonal recreation programs, cemetery maintenance, and the Ship Harbor Boardwalk project.
- Rotary Park gazebo replacement presentation
- W 6th Street Park project involving $75,000 in impact fees
- Skatepark design contract to go to Council on June 15th
- Ship Harbor Boardwalk, Viewpoint and Beach Access Project grant resubmission
- Port donation of $20,000 for 4th of July fireworks
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ANACORTES PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
P.O. BOX 547, ANACORTES, WA 98221
(360) 293-1918 / (360) 293-1928
Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
July 14th, 2026 at 6pm
This meeting will be held BOTH virtually and
in person at City Hall
(904 6th Street)
Access to the meeting via Zoom through this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86782645955
Preliminary Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Approve June Minutes
3. Public Comments
4. Rotary Park Gazebo Replacement Presentation
5. Correspondence/Communication
6. Department Reports
7. Other Business
If reasonable accommodation due to a disability are needed, please contact Brandon Krause at least 48 hours
prior to the meeting date (360-299-1961).
June 9, 2026
Parks Commission in Attendance: JoAnn, Brad, Alex, Brad, Sarah and Chris
Staff in Attendance: Jonn, Bob, Dustin, Karl and Darby
Call to order: 6:00pm
Minutes: May minutes passed unanimously.
Public Comments:
Jim and Cheryl were in attendance from the Noon Rotary club to speak about upgrading the area of the gazebo
at Rotary Park. Now that the lookout project is done, they are looking to improve other areas. They have met
with Jonn and Mayor Walters about the gazebo area and shared that it is need of some repair and upgrade. It
was built in 1987 and has aged. The Club has also met with Strandberg Construction and gotten a plan and
design for a demo of the gazebo and improvement of the space. They have funds leftover …
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Anacortes City Council holds special meeting to evaluate job applicant
The Anacortes City Council will hold a special meeting on July 13, 2026. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss the qualifications of a public employment applicant.
- Executive Session: Evaluating qualifications of a public employment applicant
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✓ Decided: Council holds executive session, takes no action
The Anacortes City Council met in special session solely to hold an executive session to evaluate a job applicant's qualifications. No final action was taken on any matter, and the meeting adjourned after the closed session.
- Held executive session to evaluate public employment applicant (no action taken)
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meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Special Meeting
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
July 13, 2026
5:30 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Executive Session
a. Evaluating the qualifications of an applicant for public employment per RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)
(25 minutes) (Discussion)
3. Adjournment
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Anacortes City Council Special Meeting Minutes - July 13, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the July 13, 2026, Anacortes City Council special meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Christine Cleland-McGrath, Carolyn Moulton,
and TJ Fantini were present. Councilmember Bruce McDougall was absent.
Executive Session
Evaluating the qualifications of an applicant for public employment per RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) (25
minutes)
At 5:30 pm, Mayor Walters announced that the City Council would convene in Executive Session per RCW
42.30.110 (1)(g) for approximately 25 minutes to evaluate the qualifications of an applicant for public
employment. The mayor advised that the special meeting would then adjourn with no final action having been
taken. Councilmembers TJ Fantini, Anthony Young, Christine Cleland-McGrath, Carolyn Moulton, Luke
Currier, and Marcia Hunt attended the executive session. Human Resources and Labor Relations Director
Kendall Moyle and City Attorney Darcy Swetnam also attended the executive session.
At 5:59 pm Mayor Walters announced that the City Council would require an additional 20 minutes in
executive session.
At 6:23 pm the City Council returned from executive session with no final action having been taken.
Adjournment
There being no further business, at approximately 6:23 pm, the Anacortes City Council special meeting of July …
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Anacortes City Council discusses streetscapes, water projects, and budget amendments
The City Council will consider several legislative items including a second quarter budget amendment and updates to the Unified Fee Schedule. The meeting includes discussions on the Final Downtown Streetscapes Plan and a water main replacement project.
- Approval of claims totaling $919,678.91
- Contract Modification: APD Employee Mental Wellness Program #24-045-APD-001
- Presentation of Final Downtown Streetscapes Plan
- Resolution 3223: Ratifying the 34th Street Water Main Replacement Project contract #26-206-WTR-001
- Ordinance 5033: 2026 Second Quarter Budget Amendment
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✓ Decided: Council confirms Mannix McDonnell as Fire Chief despite delays
The council confirmed Mannix McDonnell as Fire Chief (4-2) after rejecting motions to postpone the vote. It also approved resolutions for a public participation plan, an emergency water main contract, and a fee schedule update, plus a budget amendment. The Downtown Streetscapes Plan was presented but not formally adopted.
- Confirmed Mannix McDonnell as Fire Chief (4-2)
- Rejected motion to postpone Fire Chief vote for two weeks (3-4)
- Rejected motion to delay Fire Chief vote for one week (2-4)
- Adopted Resolution 3222 for Critical Areas Regulations public participation plan (unanimous)
- Ratified Resolution 3223 for 34th Street water main emergency contract (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 3224 updating Unified Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Passed Ordinance 5033 2026 Second Quarter Budget Amendment (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including $919,678.91 in claims (unanimous)
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547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
July 13, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Information Technology and ACCESS Anacortes Fiber Internet Committee (Report)
b. Housing Affordability and Community Services and Planning Committee (Report)
c. Port/City Liaison Committee (Report)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of July 6, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $919,678.91 (Action)
c. Contract Modification: APD Employee Mental Wellness Program #24-045-APD-001
(Action)
6. Other Business
a. Fire Chief Confirmation (Action)
b. Presentation of Final Downtown Streetscapes Plan* (Presentation), (Discussion)
c. Resolution 3222: Adopting a Public Participation Plan for the Periodic Update to the
Critical Areas Regulations* (D …
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Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the July 13, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:23 p.m.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Christine Cleland-McGrath, Carolyn Moulton,
and TJ Fantini were present. Councilmember Bruce McDougall was absent.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Fantini moved, seconded by Ms. Hunt, to amend the agenda to add item 7.a. Executive Session per RCW
42.30.110 (1)(g) to Evaluate the Qualifications of an Applicant for Public Employment and to move item 6.a.
Fire Chief Confirmation to item 7.b. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters announced the 4th of July Parade winners for best marching group (Anacortes Twisted Pixies)
and best float (Cabalgantes Del Northwest) and presented representatives of the winning groups with
certificates. He then made announcements regarding openings on the Arts Commission, Anacortes Housing
Authority Board of Commissioners, and the Library Board of Trustees (information and application instructions
available on the city website), and National Night Out at Storvik Park on August 6th from 6 to 8 pm, referring
to slide presentations that were added to the packet materials for the meeting.
Information Technology and ACCESS Anacortes Fiber Internet Committee
Mr. Fa …
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 16:00
Arts Commission
The July 8th Arts Commission meeting is cancelled
The Anacortes Arts Commission meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026, has been cancelled.
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ANACORTES ARTS COMMISSION
P.O. BOX 547, ANACORTES, WA 98221
(360) 293-1918 / (360) 293-1928
Anacortes Arts Commission
July 8th, 2026 at 4pm
Meeting Cancelled
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the meeting date.
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Anacortes City Council meeting scheduled for July 6, 2026
The City Council will review committee reports and a consent agenda including several special event requests. The meeting also includes a midyear update presentation from Community Action of Skagit County.
- Approval of claims totaling $909,254.38
- Special Event: Bike MS - Deception Pass Classic
- Special Event: Anacortes Half-Marathon & 5K
- Special Event: Halloween 2026
- Special Event: Anacortes Veterans Parade Events of 2026
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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approves $909,254 in claims and six special events.
The council approved a consent agenda containing the June 22 meeting minutes, $909,254.38 in claims and payments for routine city operations, and six special events that will take place in Anacortes this year by unanimous voice vote. These approvals allow vendors to be paid for services rendered and enable community groups to host public gatherings. Committee reports covered tax updates, software upgrades, housing funding requests, water conservation guidance, and planned public safety rule changes, but no further actions were taken during this session.
- Approved June 22 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote
- Approved $909,254.38 in claims and payments for routine operations
- Approved six special events: Bike MS, Anacortes Half-Marathon & 5K, Halloween 2026, Veterans Parade Events of 2026, Elves Night Out, Walk with Santa Parade
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Watch online or participate via Zoom at www.anacorteswa.gov/meetings. Comment via email to cityclerk@anacorteswa.gov or to City Clerk, P.O. Box
547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
July 6, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Finance Committee (Report)
b. Housing Affordability and Community Services and Planning Committee (Report)
c. Public Works Committee (Report)
d. Public Safety Committee (Report)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of June 22, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $909,254.38 (Action)
c. Special Event: Bike MS - Deception Pass Classic (Action)
d. Special Event: Anacortes Half-Marathon & 5K (Action)
e. Special Event: Halloween 2026 (Action)
f. Special Event: Anacortes Veterans Parade Events of 2026 (Action)
g. Special Event: Elves Night Out (Action)
h. Special Event: Walk With Santa Parade (Action)
6. Other Business
a. Community Action …
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - July 6, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Pro Tempore Christine Cleland-McGrath called to order the July 6, 2026, Anacortes City Council
meeting at 6:00 p.m. Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Carolyn Moulton, and TJ Fantini were
present. Councilmembers Bruce McDougall and Anthony Young were absent.
Mr. Currier moved, seconded by Ms. Hunt, without objection to excuse the absence of Mr. Young and Mr.
McDougall.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Pro Tempore Cleland-McGrath made announcements including the reading of a statement from Mayor
Walters apologizing for the fiber internet outage over the past weekend and outlining next steps to address the
root causes of the outage and improve communication during future outages, the town photo taken during the
Fourth of July celebration over the past weekend being available for download on the website, and the
upcoming Kids R Best Fest on July 11th at Storvik Park from 10am–2pm, referring to a slide presentation that
was added to the packet materials for the meeting.
Finance Committee
Ms. Hunt reported from the Finance Committee meeting held June 26th. The topics discussed included year-to-
date sales and lodging tax numbers, with the former being up and the latter being down considerably over the
prior year, the ongoing fiscal year 2025 annual a …
Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
Forest Advisory Board meeting cancelled; next meeting Aug 6, 2026
The regular July 2, 2026 meeting of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands Advisory Board was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2026. Staff contact is Bob Vaux (bobv@anacorteswa.gov, 360‑293‑1918).
- July 2, 2026 Forest Advisory Board meeting cancelled
- Next regular meeting set for August 6, 2026
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ANACORTES PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
P.O. BOX 547, ANACORTES, WA 98221
(360) 293-1918
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
Anacortes Community Forest Lands Advisory Board
July 2, 2026
6PM
The regular July meeting of the Forest Advisory Board has been cancelled.
The next regular meeting will be held August 6th, 2026.
Staff contact: Bob Vaux
bobv@anacorteswa.gov
360/293-1918
JUNE 2026
Assistant Director’s Highlights
Parks & Recreation
Submitted: June 25, 2026
Bob Vaux
ACFL
5/28 Helped Arborist Steve with a small hazard tree fall for a neighbor on Lake Erie Way.
6/1 Responded to a weekend report of an RV parked at the #312 trailhead. By the time I got
there on Monday it had turned into two. I contacted one, gave the usual spiel, and had no
response at the second one. Was told that the individual would be on their way soon. When I
visited again that afternoon, there was a third RV added to the mix. I exited my vehicle and
started making my way toward the three RV’s when the barking from at least 8 dogs, mostly
tied up, but not secure enough to my liking, begin to rise in volume. There was no way we were
going to have much of a conversation over the canine din, and with the sketchy job of tying the
dogs up, I left the scene and called APD. They are working on moving them along.
72 hours later, as per city code, the RV’s were gone. The good news coming from this is
that the Parks Director and the Police …
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Anacortes City Council discusses senior nutrition and school district agreements
The City Council will review meeting minutes and approve claims totaling $2,141,599.13. The agenda includes a contract award for the Senior Nutrition Program and an interlocal agreement with the Anacortes School District.
- Approval of claims in the amount of $2,141,599.13
- Contract Award: Senior Nutrition Program July-December 2026 #26-184-ASC-001
- Interlocal Agreement #26-149-LIB-001 with Anacortes School District for the Student Card Program
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547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
June 22, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Library and Museum Committee (Report)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of June 15, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $2,141,599.13 (Action)
6. Other Business
a. Contract Award: Senior Nutrition Program July-December 2026 #26-184-ASC-001
(Discussion/Action)
b. Interlocal Agreement #26-149-LIB-001 with Anacortes School District for the Student
Card Program (Discussion/Action)
7. Adjournment
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
North Star jurisdictions discuss housing and behavioral health funding
City Councils, Mayors, and County Commissioners will meet to discuss shared funding for housing and behavioral health services. The meeting includes an overview of programming at Martha’s Place and a discussion regarding the next three-year strategic plan.
- Overview of current programming and service delivery changes at Martha’s Place
- Discussion on opportunities for shared funding for homeless housing
- Discussion of the process for the next three-year strategic plan
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North Star Joint City Councils, Mayors, & County Commissioners Meeting Agenda
June 16, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Skagit County Public Health Department,
Chinook Conference Room, 301 Valley Mall Way, Suite 110 in Mount Vernon
Meeting Goals:
• Continue building rapport and collaboration across jurisdictions
• Learn about current programs and services at Martha’s Place
• Discuss opportunities to engage in shared funding for housing and behavioral health services
• Learn about next steps for the North Star Strategic Plan
• Share updates across jurisdictions
1. Dinner & Networking (15 minutes) – 6:00 p.m.
2. Welcome & Purpose of the Meeting (10 minutes) – 6:15 p.m.
• Call to order/roll call/introductions
• Opening remarks - Commissioner Wesen
• Review meeting goals & agenda
3. Public Comments (5 minutes) – 6:25 p.m.
4. Martha’s Place (15 minutes) – 6:30 p.m.
• Overview of current programming and changes to service delivery
• Opportunity for attendees to ask questions about the facility and programs
5. Coordination on Housing & Behavioral Health Funding (50 minutes) – 6:45 p.m.
• Overview of the Housing & Behavioral Health funding process
• Hear from jurisdictions on their funding approach and process
• Where do you see opportunity for jurisdictions to engage in shared funding for homeless housing?
6. Next Three-Year Strategic Plan (15 minutes) – 7:35 p.m.
• Discuss the process to be used for the next three-year strategic plan
• What role do you se …
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Anacortes City Council discusses infrastructure projects and senior services
The City Council will review several contract modifications and awards related to city drainage, street enhancements, and a skate park project. The meeting also includes a presentation on the STAR Center and a discussion regarding an agreement with Skagit County for senior services.
- Approval of claims totaling $1,248,342.38
- Contract award for RC Mower R-60 Purchase #26-189-ERR-001
- Interlocal Agreement #26-045-ASC-002 with Skagit County for Senior Services Program
- Contract modification for 17th Street Drainage Improvement Project
- Contract award for Ben Root Skate Park Restroom & Parking Lot Project
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✓ Decided: Anacortes City Council approves several infrastructure and senior service contracts
The Council approved an interlocal agreement with Skagit County for Senior Activity Center programming and multiple contract modifications for drainage and street enhancements. Additionally, the Council authorized a contract award for a new restroom at Ben Root Skate Park.
- Approved June 8, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $1,248,342.38 in claims (unanimous)
- Approved RC Mower R-60 Purchase #26-189-ERR-001 (unanimous)
- Approved Skagit County interlocal agreement for Senior Services Program (7-0)
- Approved 17th Street Drainage Improvement Project contract modification (7-0)
- Approved Ben Root Skate Park Restroom & Parking Lot Project contract award (7-0)
- Approved Commercial Avenue Enhancement Project contract modification (7-0)
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547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
June 15, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Finance Committee (Report)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of June 8, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $1,248,342.38 (Action)
c. Contract Award: RC Mower R-60 Purchase #26-189-ERR-001 (Action)
6. Other Business
a. STAR Center Update (Presentation)
b. Interlocal Agreement #26-045-ASC-002 with Skagit County for the Senior Services
Program July-December 2026 (Discussion/Action)
c. Contract Modification: 17th Street Drainage Improvement Project - Design #25-166-
STM-001 (Discussion/Action)
d. Contract Award: Ben Root Skate Park Restroom & Parking Lot Project - CXT Unit #25-
136-PRK-003 (Discussion/Action)
e. Contract Modification: Com …
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Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the June 15, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Christine Cleland -McGrath, Carolyn Moulton,
Bruce McDougall and TJ Fantini were present.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters provided information on the changes to the Building & Planning department , as well as the city's
adopt-a-drain program.
He also provided multiple pieces of information on the update on the 4th of July programs.
Ms. Cleland -McGrath reported that she as well as other council and staff members went on a tour with City
Downtown Alliance members to view the City of Snohomish downtown area to see the light displays
downtown, which are done in partnership with their downtown alliance and the City of Snohomish.
Finance Committee
Ms. Moulton provided an update on the Finance Committee meeting held the prior Thursday. The update
included information on the Enterprise Resource Planning software implementation and remarks on the
May month-end budget to actual update provided at the committee meeting.
Public Works Committee
A Public Works Committee update was provided by Mr. Fantini about the committee meeting held prior to the
council meeting. The update included information on r ight of ways around the city. Also, information about the …
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20 yea
Carolyn Moulton yea · Anthony Young yea · TJ Fantini yea · Luke Currier yea · Marcia Hunt yea · Carolyn Moulton yea · Anthony Young yea · TJ Fantini yea · Luke Currier yea · Marcia Hunt yea · Carolyn Moulton yea · Anthony Young yea · TJ Fantini yea · Luke Currier yea · Marcia Hunt yea · Carolyn Moulton yea · Anthony Young yea · TJ Fantini yea · Luke Currier yea · Marcia Hunt yea
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 16:00
Arts Commission
Arts Commission to discuss Madrona Grove, Piano-cortes, and 98221 Gallery
The Anacortes Arts Commission will meet to discuss updates on local art projects and gallery exhibitions. The agenda includes items related to the Madrona Grove and Piano-cortes programs, as well as the 98221 Gallery.
- Madrona Grove project
- Piano-cortes program
- 98221 Gallery exhibition
- Communication and advertising strategies
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ANACORTES ARTS COMMISSION
P.O. BOX 547, ANACORTES, WA 98221
(360) 293-1918 / (360) 293-1928
Anacortes Arts Commission
June 10th, 2026 at 4pm
This meeting will be held in person & virtually.
Virtual meeting link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83082608401
Preliminary Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Approve May 2026 minutes
3. Public comment
4. Correspondence/Communication
5. Madrona Grove
6. Piano-cortes
7. 98221 Gallery
8. Communication/Advertising
9. Other business
If reasonable accommodation due to a disability are needed, please contact Brandon Krause at 299-1961 at least 48 hours prior to
the meeting date.
May 13, 2026
Members Present: Bob Hogan, Stephen Cheng, Trish Wilson, Todd Young, Joanie Schwartz, Kami Bratton
Staff Present: Jonn Lunsford, Darby Jordan
Called to Order: 4:05 PM
Minutes:
April minutes were unanimously approved.
Public Comments:
None
Welcome to Joanie:
Jonn introduced Joanie, the new Commission member. Joanie gave an overview of her interest in art and supporting artists
and businesses in town.
98221 Gallery:
This next show will feature a Bill Mitchell piece, a carving done prior to his accident. It was discussed that it may be
possible the newspaper could write a piece about this. Mark Mitchell is the one putting the piece in the show and the
desire was expressed to have him at the Art Walk. Todd shared that he has secured some musicians to play for the
evening. It was decided that the juryin …
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:00
Parks & Rec Advisory Commission
Commission advises City Council on potential pickleball court hour reductions
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission discussed noise concerns regarding the Clearidge pickleball courts. The Board decided to advise the City Council to implement a reduction in play hours or specific days of closure. This recommendation will move to the City Council for a final decision.
- Recommendation for reduced pickleball court hours
- Approval of the 2026 Forest Plan update by City Council
- Installation of Clearidge noise reducing curtains
- Availability of columbariums and green burials for sale
- Status update on U Ave park erosion control
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ANACORTES PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
P.O. BOX 547, ANACORTES, WA 98221
(360) 293-1918 / (360) 293-1928
Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
June 9th, 2026 at 6pm
This meeting will be held BOTH virtually and
in person at City Hall
(904 6th Street)
Access to the meeting via Zoom through this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86782645955
Preliminary Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Approve May Minutes
3. Public Comments
4. Correspondence/Communication
5. Department Reports
6. Other Business
If reasonable accommodation due to a disability are needed, please contact Brandon Krause at least 48 hours
prior to the meeting date (360-299-1961).
May 12, 2026
Parks Commission in Attendance: JoAnn, Brad, and Chris
Staff in Attendance: Jonn, Bob, Nicole, and Darby
Call to order: 6:00pm
Minutes: March minutes passed unanimously.
Pickleball Conversation:
Jonn gave an introduction of the history of the courts and efforts that have been done to help with the sound.
He shared that this will go before Council for their decision, inviting written comments to be submitted via email
by Friday at 5pm.
There have been numerous meetings to discuss this, hours have been reduced, and the Parks Foundation has
funded the sound dampening curtains.
Numerous members of the public spoke, none of whom provided their name. Major topics and questions
included:
-What data has been collected to support the neighbor’s complaints of being to …
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review draft public participation plan
The Anacortes Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Draft Public Participation Plan for the Critical Areas Regulations Update. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes and a planning department update.
- Public Hearing: Draft Public Participation Plan for the Critical Areas Regulations Update
- Approval of minutes from 04/14/2026 and 05/12/2026
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✓ Decided: Commission recommended City Council adopt revised Critical Areas Public Participation Plan
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 14 and May 12 meetings after minor spelling and grammar corrections; the May 12 approval recorded two abstentions. The commission then voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council adopt the Draft Public Participation Plan for the Critical Areas Regulations Update, adding three specific revisions.
- Approved April 14, 2026 minutes with spelling/grammar changes (unanimous)
- Approved May 12, 2026 minutes with spelling/grammar changes (2 abstentions)
- Recommended City Council adopt Critical Areas Public Participation Plan with three revisions (unanimous)
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*Citizens wishing to comment on items not on the agenda may do so under Public Comment. Citizens wishing to comment during a
public hearing may do so as those items are considered by the Planning Commission during the course of the meeting.
The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings available and accessible to all members of the community. For
assistance with special needs, please contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
• Meetings may be viewed on the City of Anacortes website, on the City of Anacortes YouTube Channel, or on TV Channel
10.
• To watch, listen to, or participate in the meeting live, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84685300609 or telephone 1-253-215-
8782 and enter Meeting ID 846 8530 0609.
• The public is encouraged to comment via email to pced@anacorteswa.gov, via written comment addressed to PCED, P.O.
Box 547, Anacortes, WA 98221. Public comments received prior to 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting will become part of the
record for the meeting, just as if presented in person.
• Complete guidelines for virtual participation in Anacortes Planning Commission meetings are available here. View the quick
video example for connecting to the meeting here.
Anacortes Planning Commission
Municipal Building - Council Chambers
904 6th Street
June 9, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Minutes
a. Minutes of 04/14/2026 & 05 …
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Anacortes Planning Commission Minutes - June 9, 2026
Roll Call
Chairperson Frank Jeretzky called to order the Anacortes Planning Commission meeting of June 9, 2026, at
6:00 p.m. Commissioners Jill Underwood, William McCombs, Linda Martin, Tarn Ohana, Chad Sage and Mike
Mills were present.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Minutes
Minutes of 04/14/2026 & 05/12/2026 were submitted for approval
April 14th, 2026 & May 12th, 2026, minutes were submitted for approval.
April 14th Minutes:
Linda Marin advised that there are minor corrections to spelling and grammar. Linda Martin motioned to
approve minutes with changes. William McCombs seconded the motion. All Ayes
May 12th Minutes:
Linda Martin advised there were minor corrections needed for spelling and grammar. Linda Martin
motioned to approve minutes with changes. William McCombs seconded the motion. Frank Jeretzky and
Mike Mills abstained from the vote; William McCombs, Chad Sage, Linda Martin, Jill Underwood and Tarn
Ohana voted yes.
Public Comment
Chairperson Frank Jeretzky opened it up to the public to make comments at 6:04pm.
Mark Nihart, Anacortes resident, vice-president of Smart Growth of Anacortes board, advised that Anacortes
does not have a Tree Preservation Plan, with no definitive document or solid plan that anyone can refer to. He
recommends a team or a council to develop a plan for best pr …
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 16:00
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Anacortes City Council discusses transportation, benefits, and water discharge agreements
The City Council will consider updates to the 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program and Complete Streets ordinance. The agenda also includes actions on employee benefit trust updates and a landfill remediation site water discharge agreement.
- Approval of claims totaling $646,509.75
- Resolution 3221: 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program Update
- Ordinance 5031: Updating AMC 12.60 Complete Streets (Second Read)
- Resolution 3219: AWC Employee Benefit Trust Employer Master Participation Agreement Update
- Resolution 3220: Amended and Restated Navia Welfare Benefit Plan
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✓ Decided: Anacortes City Council approves transportation updates and complete streets ordinance
The City Council approved a 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program update and an ordinance updating Complete Streets standards. Additional actions included approving the consent agenda, a social worker agreement modification, and employee benefit trust resolutions.
- Approved June 1, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $646,509.75 in claims (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Dumpster Order #26-055-SAN-002 (unanimous)
- Approved Social Worker Agreement modification #26-007-APD-001 (unanimous, one abstention)
- Approved Resolution 3221: 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program Update (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 5031: Updating AMC 12.60 Complete Streets (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 3219: AWC Employee Benefit Trust Employer Master Participation Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 3220: Amended and Restated Navia Welfare Benefit Plan (unanimous)
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Watch online or participate via Zoom at www.anacorteswa.gov/meetings. Comment via email to cityclerk@anacorteswa.gov or to City Clerk, P.O. Box
547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
June 8, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Housing Affordability and Community Services and Planning Committee (Report)
b. Port / City Liaison Committee (Report)
c. Presentation of 'ANACORTES' Letters Sign by the Anacortes Arts Festival and the
Skagit Tourism Bureau (Presentation)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
b. Written Public Comment
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of June 1, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $646,509.75 (Action)
c. Contract Award: 2026 Dumpster Order #26-055-SAN-002 (Action)
d. Contract Modification: Social Worker Agreement #26-007-APD-001 (Action)
6. Public Hearings
a. Resolution 3221: 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program Update*
(Discussion/Possible Action)
7. Other Busin …
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - June 8, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the June 8, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Councilmembers Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Christine Cleland-McGrath, Carolyn Moulton, Bruce
McDougall and TJ Fantini were present. Councilmember Marcia Hunt was absent.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Fantini moved, seconded by Mr. Young without objection, to excuse the absence of Ms. Hunt.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters made announcements regarding the transition of the Planning Department counter to by
appointment only, starting on July 6th, a community open house for the Shoreline Master Program Update on
June 9th from 4-6pm in City Council chambers, the Adopt-a-Storm Drain program, a Conversation with the
Mayor on June 10th from 1-2pm at the Senior Activity Center, Bark in the Park on June 13th from 10am-2pm at
Storvik Park, the Pride Parade on June 21st beginning at 1pm, and the 4th of July parade, referring to a slide
presentation that was added to the packet materials for the meeting.
Planning Committee
Ms. Moulton reported from the Planning Committee meeting held earlier in the evening. The topics discussed
included a timeline for major projects the department is working on, including the Critical Areas Ordinance
update, and the Shoreline Master Program update. Ms. Moult …
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Ordinance 5031 updating AMC 12.60 Complete Streets. Vote:
4 yea
Carolyn Moulton yea · Anthony Young yea · TJ Fantini yea · Luke Currier yea
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:00
Forest Advisory Board
June 4 Forest Advisory Board meeting cancelled for annual hike
The regular June meeting of the Forest Advisory Board is cancelled. The board will instead gather at 6PM at the Heart Lake Parking Lot for a joint hike with the Friends of the ACFL Board. No business will be conducted.
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Heart Lake Parking Lot, Anacortes
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ANACORTES PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
P.O. BOX 547, ANACORTES, WA 98221
(360) 293-1918
Anacortes Community Forest Lands Advisory Board
June 4, 2026
6PM
The regular meeting of the Forest Advisory Board for June is cancelled. The
Board will be gathering at 6PM at the Heart Lake Parking Lot for the annual joint
ACFL hike with the Friends of the ACFL Board. The public is welcome to join. No
business will be conducted.
Staff contact: Bob Vaux
bobv@anacorteswa.gov
360/293-1918
Minutes of the Meeting: May 7th, 2026
Board members present: Brian Wetcher, JoAnn York-Gilmore, Tabb Stringer,
Kit Gerwels
Staff present: Bob Vaux, Darby Jordan
Meeting held in person and called to order at 6:00PM
Minutes: April minutes were unanimously approved.
Public Comments:
None
Friends of the Forest Update:
Ellie shared that summer is quickly approaching. The kindergarten program is
complete and the 3rd and 7th ending soon. Hannah has been leading the family
hikes and all have been at capacity on registration. However there are no-
shows each time, preventing others from participating. The Friends are
requesting to bump the registration numbers up to allow for more
opportunities. They anticipate that the group would still be at the 25 number
with some registrants not actually showing up. The Board recommended to
approve this change.
Ellie also announced that the Naturalist Club is also finishing u …
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Anacortes City Council discusses street ordinance and water line replacement
The City Council will review the May 26, 2026 minutes and approve $136,680.88 in claims. The meeting includes a first reading of Ordinance 5031 regarding Complete Streets updates.
- Approval of claims totaling $136,680.88
- Contract award for 2026 Satterlee Road Waterline Replacement #26-135-WTR-001
- First reading of Ordinance 5031: Updating AMC 12.60 Complete Streets
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904 6th Street, Anacortes
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547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
June 1, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Public Works Committee (Report)
b. Presentation of Pride Parade Poster (Presentation)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
b. Written Public Comment
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of May 26, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $136,680.88 (Action)
c. Contract Award: 2026 Satterlee Road Waterline Replacement #26-135-WTR-001
(Action)
6. Other Business
a. Ordinance 5031: Updating AMC 12.60 Complete Streets* (Discussion), (First Read)
7. Adjournment
Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Anacortes City Council discusses shoreline plans and pickleball courts
The City Council will consider a Planning Commission appointment and an updated Public Participation Plan for the Shoreline Master Program. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Clearidge Pickleball Court and several special event approvals.
- Resolution 3218: Confirmation of Planning Commission Appointment
- Approval of claims totaling $1,111,530.57
- Resolution 3217: Updated Public Participation Plan for the Shoreline Master Program
- Clearidge Pickleball Court discussion
- Special events: Anacortes High School Graduation Parade, Whale of a Sale, Fourth of July Parade, and Free Movie Night on Kingsway
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904 6th Street, Anacortes
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meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
May 26, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Personnel Committee (Report)
b. Parks and Recreation Committee (Report)
c. Public Safety Committee (Report)
4. Appointments
a. Resolution 3218: Confirmation of Planning Commission Appointment (Action)
5. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
6. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of May 18, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $1,111,530.57 (Action)
c. Special Event: Anacortes High School Graduation Parade (Action)
d. Special Event: Whale of a Sale (Action)
e. Special Event: Fourth of July Parade & Road Closure (Action)
f. Special Event: Free Movie Night on Kingsway (Action)
7. Other Business
a. Resolution 3217: Adopting an Updated Public Participation Plan for the Periodic Upd …
Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Anacortes City Council meeting on May 18, 2026
The City Council will review committee reports and a consent agenda including claims totaling $2,077,510.22. The council will also discuss or act on an interlocal agreement with Skagit County regarding behavioral health grant administration.
- Approval of claims in the amount of $2,077,510.22
- Whistle Lake Road Pipe Arch Modifications contract modification
- Ordinance 5030: Creating Anacortes Arts Commission chapter in Municipal Code
- Resolution 3216: Adopting Hearing Examiner Procedures
- Interlocal Agreement #26-042-AFD-002 with Skagit County for Behavioral Health Grant Administration
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✓ Decided: Anacortes Council approves behavioral health grant and consent agenda items
The City Council approved a series of consent agenda items including claims totaling $2,077,510.22. They also authorized the mayor to execute an interlocal agreement with Skagit County for behavioral health grant administration.
- Approved May 11, 2026 minutes
- Approved $2,077,510.22 in claims
- Approved Whistle Lake Road Pipe Arch Modifications contract
- Approved Ordinance 5030 regarding Anacortes Arts Commission
- Approved Resolution 3216 adopting Hearing Examiner Procedures
- Approved L Ave Block Party special event
- Authorized execution of interlocal agreement #26-042-AFD-002 with Skagit County (unanimous)
904 6th Street, Anacortes
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547, Anacortes WA 98221. Public comments received by the City Clerk prior to 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting will become part of the record for the
meeting. The City of Anacortes is committed to making public meetings accessible to all community members. For assistance with special needs,
contact the City Clerk at 360-299-1960 in advance of the meeting.
Anacortes City Council
Municipal Building Council Chambers
904 6th Street
May 18, 2026
6:00 PM
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Packet Materials / Watch Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements and Committee Reports
a. Finance Committee (Report)
b. Information Technology and Access Fiber Committee (Report)
c. Economic Development Committee (Report)
4. Public Comment
a. Participation Rules and Procedures
5. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes of May 11, 2026 (Action)
b. Approval of claims in the amount of $2,077,510.22 (Action)
c. Contract Modification: Whistle Lake Road Pipe Arch Modifications - Design #25-044-
WTR-001 (Action)
d. Ordinance 5030: An Ordinance Creating Chapter 2.51 in the Anacortes Municipal Code
regarding the Anacortes Arts Commission (Action)
e. Resolution 3216: Adopting Hearing Examiner Procedures (Action)
f. Special Event: L Ave Block Party (Action)
6. Other Business
a. Fleet Utilization Report Summary (Re …
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - May 18, 2026
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Anacortes City Council Minutes - May 18, 2026
Call to Order
Mayor Ryan Walters called to order the May 18, 2026, Anacortes City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Councilmembers Marcia Hunt, Luke Currier, Anthony Young, Christine Cleland-McGrath, Carolyn Moulton
(arrived at 6:01pm), Bruce McDougall and TJ Fantini were present.
Pledge of Allegiance
The assembly joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Announcements and Committee Reports
Mayor Walters made announcements regarding Public Works Week, National Bike Month, Fourth of July
Parade registration and rules for participants, and a Book Fair for Grown-Ups at the library on May 20th at
6pm. He also mentioned upcoming events at the Senior Activity Center, including a Cutting the Cables seminar
on May 26th from 10am to 12pm, a Hearing Loss Consultation on May 29th from 9am to 12pm, and a Veterans
Hangout on May 29th from 10am to 11:30. He then announced the upcoming Kids Fishing Day at Heart Lake
on May 30th from 7am to 12pm and Bark in the Park at Storvik Park on June 13th from 10am to 2pm. Finally,
he mentioned coming regulations regarding e-bikes and e-motorcycles for the safety of riders, pedestrians and
the community, referring to a slide presentation that was added to the packet materials for the meeting.
Finance Committee
Ms. Hunt reported from the Finance Committee meeting held May 14th. The topics discussed included the
revenue figures for April wi …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution 3216: Adopting Hearing Examiner Procedures f. Special Event: L Ave Block Party Vote:
5 yea
Carolyn Moulton yea · Anthony Young yea · TJ Fantini yea · Luke Currier yea · Marcia Hunt yea
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 72 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $5.4M | TRANSPAC MARINAS, LLC Department of Defense · CONCRETE FLOAT |
| $2.4M | DAKOTA CREEK INDUSTRIES INC Department of Commerce · FY 24 BELL M. SHIMADA DOCKSIDE. |
| $2.3M | T BAILEY, LLC Department of the Interior · PIPE AND ASSOCIATED FITTINGS |
| $1.5M | NORTHWEST MARINE TECHNOLOGY, INC. Department of the Interior · NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA OFFICE (NCAO) TRINITY RIVER FISH HATCHERY AUT |
| $920,000 | NORTHWEST MARINE TECHNOLOGY, INC. Department of the Interior · TRAILER REFURBISHMENT |
| $784,000 | T BAILEY, LLC Department of Defense · WASTEWATER STORAGE TANKS |
| $673,680 | NORTHWEST MARINE TECHNOLOGY, INC. Department of the Interior · CODED WIRE FISH TAGS UNDER IDIQ 140R2020D0001 - BDO |
| $671,600 | NORTHWEST MARINE TECHNOLOGY, INC. Department of the Interior · AUTO FISH MAJOR PARTS FOR MAINTENANCE |
| $599,435 | NORTHWEST MARINE TECHNOLOGY, INC. Department of the Interior · WI-GREEN BAY FWCO-MM CODED WIRE |
| $583,918 | CANFLEX USA INC Department of the Interior · CRANE WEIGHT TEST WATER BAGS |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Skagit County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments3,670 (44,636 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,701/mo (190 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy19.0% (low numeracy 27% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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