Anacortes public meetings in 2021

City Council

The meeting agenda consists of procedural items and the consent agenda. The Council will review minutes from December 20, 2021, and consider the approval of claims totaling $655,530.16.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $655,530.16
• Review of minutes from December 20, 2021

The Anacortes City Council met briefly on December 27, 2021, and approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the December 20 meeting and payment of claims totaling $655,530.16. No other substantive decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned at approximately 6:02 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes of December 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $655,530.16 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Anacortes Planning Commission meeting for December 22, 2021, has been cancelled.

• Cancellation of the December 22, 2021, Planning Commission meeting

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will act on interfund loans for water and parks funds and a contract modification for Fidalgo Avenue repairs. The council also has a decision hearing regarding the Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall Relocation. Additionally, members will discuss a potential real estate transaction in executive session.

• Approval of claims totaling $1,591,698.04
• Interfund loan between Water Fund and Storm Sewer Fund (Ordinance 4006)
• Interfund loan between Parks and Recreation Fund and Parks Construction Fund (Ordinance 4007)
• Contract modification for Fidalgo Avenue emergency repairs
• Decision hearing for Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall Relocation

The Anacortes City Council approved the shoreline permit for the wastewater treatment plant outfall relocation, adopted a resolution for a DNR easement, and authorized agreements with the Port of Anacortes. The consent agenda, including claims and interfund loans, was also approved. No action was taken on a potential real estate transaction discussed in executive session.

• Approved SDP-2021-0005 for wastewater outfall relocation (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3065 for DNR easement and indemnification (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Pier 2 ILA amendment (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign 2nd Street right-of-way use agreement (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,591,698.04 in claims (unanimous)

City Council

The council will consider ordinances for the 2022 budget and the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan. The agenda includes contract modifications for water treatment and intersection construction management. Several board appointments and a park renaming resolution are also scheduled for consideration.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $482,861.10
• Ordinance 4000 regarding the 2022 Budget and Ordinance 3999 for Capital Facilities Plan
• Contract modification for 32nd and M Avenue Intersection construction management
• Resolution 3063 to rename 'N' Avenue Park as Q’elech’ílhch Park
• Interlocal agreement with Skagit County Sheriff's Office for less lethal tools grant funding

The Anacortes City Council approved the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan and 2022 budget, adopted a new fund balance policy, and established a new salary schedule for the mayor's position. The council also approved a resolution renaming N Avenue Park to Q’elech’ílhch Park and authorized a contract for 2022 prosecution services. Several appointments to city boards and commissions were confirmed.

• Approved 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan and 2022 budget (7-0)
• Adopted fund balance policy with 17-20% target (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 4002 setting mayor's 2022 salary (6-0, Miller abstained)
• Approved Resolution 3063 renaming N Avenue Park to Q’elech’ílhch Park (6-0, Walters abstained)
• Authorized 2022 prosecution services contract with Craig Cammock and Julie Walters (6-0, Walters abstained)
• Approved Resolution 3064 urging Seattle to commit to equitable salmon investment in Skagit (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 4005 amending 2021 budget (6-1, Walters opposed)
• Confirmed appointments to Historic Preservation Board, Library Board, Arts Commission, and Forest Advisory Board (all unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the Flounders Bay Joint-Use Docks Project and the Smith Dock Project. The meeting also includes a review of draft minutes from November 24, 2021.

• Public Hearing: SDP-2021-0010 - Flounders Bay Joint-Use Docks Project
• Public Hearing: SDP-2021-0011 - Smith Dock Project
• Review of draft minutes from 11/24/2021

The Anacortes Planning Commission held a public hearing and approved two dock replacement projects: SDP-2021-0010 (Flounders Bay Joint-Use Docks) and SDP-2021-0011 (Smith Dock). Both approvals were subject to staff-recommended conditions, with no public comments. The votes were unanimous (5-0) with two commissioners absent.

• Approved SDP-2021-0010 Flounders Bay Joint-Use Docks project with conditions (5-0)
• Approved SDP-2021-0011 Smith Dock project with conditions (5-0)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss the 2022 Budget and the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on updated council procedures, a new fund balance policy, and a new salary schedule for the Mayor. Additionally, the Council will review committee reports and approve various contracts.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $569,223.91
• Contract Award: WWTP Influent Pump Room Coating #21-221-SEW-001
• Ordinance 4000: 2022 Budget
• Ordinance 4003: Adopting a Fund Balance Policy for the City of Anacortes
• Ordinance 4002: Establishing New Salary Schedule for Mayor's Position

The Council adopted Resolution 3051 updating City Council procedures, with amendments to restore clause 4.3.e, change the meeting count from 8 to 12, renumber it to 4.3.c, retain clause 4.3.f as 4.3.d, and add an effective date of January 1, 2022. The revised resolution will be brought back for final action on the Consent Agenda on December 13, 2021. The vote was 5-1, with Councilmember Anthony Young voting no. The Council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $569,223.91, and discussed but took no action on the 2022 budget, capital facilities plan, fund balance policy, and a new salary schedule for the mayor's position.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes of Nov. 22, 2021 and claims of $569,223.91
• Adopted Resolution 3051 with amendments, effective Jan. 1, 2022, to be finalized Dec. 13
• Excused Councilmember Jeremy Carter's absence unanimously
• Discussed but took no action on Ordinance 3999 (2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan) and Ordinance 4000 (2022 Budget)
• Discussed but took no action on Ordinance 4003 (Fund Balance Policy)
• Discussed but took no action on Ordinance 4002 (Mayor's salary schedule)
• Held executive session on potential litigation; no action taken

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two development permit applications. These include the Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall Relocation and the Skyline Dock & Piling Project. The commission will also review draft minutes from October 27, 2021.

• Public Hearing: SDP-2021-0005 City of Anacortes Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall Relocation
• Public Hearing: SDP-2021-0009 Skyline Dock & Piling Project
• Review of October 27, 2021 draft minutes

The Planning Commission held public hearings and voted 6-0 to recommend City Council approval of SDP-2021-0005, the wastewater treatment plant outfall relocation, subject to staff conditions. It also voted 6-0 to approve SDP-2021-0009, the Skyline Dock & Piling Project, subject to staff conditions. Both votes occurred with one commissioner absent. The October 27, 2021 minutes were accepted as submitted.

• Recommended City Council approval of SDP-2021-0005 (wastewater outfall relocation) with staff conditions, 6-0.
• Approved SDP-2021-0009 (Skyline Dock & Piling) with staff conditions, 6-0.
• Accepted the October 27, 2021 meeting minutes as submitted.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider the 2022 Budget and a 1% regular property tax levy increase. The meeting also includes public hearings for the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan and approval of city claims.

• Approval of $378,395.86 in claims
• Contract award for Slope Mower Purchase #21-257-ERR-001
• Resolution 3062 to seek state and federal broadband funds
• Public hearing for the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan
• Ordinance 4001 regarding a 1% regular property tax levy increase

The Anacortes City Council approved a 1% property tax levy increase for 2022, passing 5-2. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $378,395.86 and a contract for a slope mower. Public hearings on the 2022 budget and Capital Facilities Plan were closed, but adoption was deferred to the December 6 meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 4001 authorizing 1% property tax levy increase (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $378,395.86
• Approved contract award for slope mower purchase
• Authorized seeking state-administered federal broadband funds (Resolution 3062)
• Closed public hearing on 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan
• Closed public hearing on 2022 Budget

City Council

The Council will discuss resolutions regarding self-service storage facilities and height provisions in the R4 Use Zone. The agenda also includes board appointments, tourism promotion funds, and continued discussion of the 2022 annual budget.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $649,380.49
• Resolution 3057 regarding self-service storage facilities in the Commercial Use Zone
• Resolution 3058 regarding bonus height provisions in the R4 Use Zone
• Housing Authority and Museum Advisory Board appointments
• Continued discussion of the 2022 Annual Budget

The Anacortes City Council approved Resolution 3061, authorizing litigation to abate a public nuisance by William and Denise Coleburn, with a unanimous vote. The council also approved resolutions reaffirming interim land use regulations and updating work plans, and confirmed appointments to the Housing Authority and Museum Advisory Board. Tourism promotion fund contracts were approved with one abstention. The 2022 budget discussion continued, with support for adding a police officer and purchasing a ladder truck.

• Approved Resolution 3061 authorizing litigation to abate a public nuisance by William and Denise Coleburn (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3057 reaffirming interim regulations on self-service storage facilities in Commercial Use Zone (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3058 updating work plan for bonus height provisions in R4 Use Zone (5-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of William French to Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Pat Dunn to Museum Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3059 authorizing tourism promotion fund contracts (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $649,380.49 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Anacortes Planning Commission meeting on November 10, 2021, has been canceled. The provided notice contains no other agenda items.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss the 2022 Budget and the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan. The council also plans to approve claims totaling $927,126.51 and a server upgrade contract.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $927,126.51
• Contract award for WWTP & WTP servers upgrade purchase #22-006-ITS-001
• Ordinance 3099: 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan
• Ordinance 4000: 2022 Budget
• Resolution 3060: Anacortes Community Forest Lands Plan Update

The Anacortes City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously, including claims totaling $927,126.51 and a contract for WWTP & WTP servers upgrade. Public hearings on the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan and the 2022 Budget were opened but left open to future meetings for additional discussion. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, server upgrade contract, Santa Run street fair application, and Resolution 3060 (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $927,126.51 (unanimous)
• Approved WWTP & WTP Servers Upgrade Purchase #22-006-ITS-001 (unanimous)
• Approved Street Fair Application for Anacortes Santa Run December 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3060: Anacortes Community Forest Lands Plan Update (unanimous)
• Left public hearing on Ordinance 3099 (2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan) open to future meeting
• Left public hearing on Ordinance 4000 (2022 Budget) open to future meeting

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss the 2022 budget for departments other than Public Works. The council also plans to act on the Community Forest Lands Plan Update and a memorandum of agreement with the Anacortes Parks Foundation.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $530,481.88
• Anacortes Community Forest Lands Plan Update
• Memorandum of Agreement with Anacortes Parks Foundation
• Planning Commission Appointment
• Review of 2022 Budget - Departments Other Than Public Works

The Anacortes City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, claims totaling $530,481.88, and a Memorandum of Agreement with the Anacortes Parks Foundation. Jack Curtis was appointed to the Planning Commission unanimously. The 2022 budget review continued, with a public hearing scheduled for November 8.

• Approved consent agenda including claims of $530,481.88 (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Anacortes Parks Foundation (unanimous)
• Appointed Jack Curtis to Planning Commission (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission is conducting a continued public hearing regarding amendments to the Flood Plain Management section of the Anacortes Municipal Code. The meeting also includes reviewing draft minutes from October 13, 2021.

• Continued Public Hearing: Flood Plain Management Amendments (Anacortes Municipal Code Chapter 19.74)
• Review of draft minutes from 10/13/2021

The Anacortes Planning Commission continued its discussion on updating flood plain management regulations (AMC Chapter 19.74) and heard a presentation from a contracted expert on sea level rise projections. Commissioners expressed a preference for requiring a 2-foot rise above base flood elevation, rather than the standard 1-foot, and agreed to hold another public meeting to discuss this further. No formal decisions were made; the item remains under discussion.

• Accepted October 13, 2021 minutes as submitted
• Continued discussion on AMC Chapter 19.74 flood plain management updates
• Heard presentation from Coastal Geologic Services on sea level rise projections
• Agreed to consider 2-foot rise above base flood elevation instead of standard 1-foot
• Scheduled further discussion for November 24, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss collective bargaining topics in a closed session and review the 2022 Public Works Department budget. The council also plans to approve claims totaling $1,095,737.47 and an agreement with Skagit County for library materials funding.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $1,095,737.47
• Interlocal Agreement #21-249-LIB-001 with Skagit County for 2021 Library Materials Funding
• Review of 2022 Budget - Public Works Department
• Closed session discussion on collective bargaining topics

The Anacortes City Council approved the consent agenda, including $1,095,737.47 in claims and an interlocal agreement with Skagit County for library materials funding. The council also reviewed the 2022 Public Works budget, with further budget review scheduled for November 1. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes of October 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $1,095,737.47 (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement #21-249-LIB-001 with Skagit County for 2021 Library Materials Funding (unanimous)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss updates regarding COVID-19, housing affordability, and public works. The Council also plans to act on several agreements, including a sales and use tax revenue agreement with the Anacortes Housing Authority. A discussion is scheduled for the Community Forest Lands Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Approval of claims totaling $1,051,573.25
• Contract award for 2022 Janitorial Services
• Agreement with Shell Oil and HollyFrontier
• Sales and use tax revenue agreement with Anacortes Housing Authority
• Community Forest Lands Comprehensive Plan Update discussion

The Anacortes City Council held a public hearing on the Anacortes Community Forest Lands Comprehensive Plan update but took no action, instead directing staff to bring a revised plan the following week. The council approved the consent agenda, including $1,051,573.25 in claims and several contracts and agreements. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including claims of $1,051,573.25 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Janitorial Services contract #22-004-FAC-001 (consent agenda)
• Approved assignment agreement with Shell Oil and HollyFrontier (consent agenda)
• Approved sales and use tax revenue agreement with Anacortes Housing Authority (consent agenda)
• Approved interlocal agreement #21-239-WTR-001 with WAWARN (consent agenda)
• Deferred action on ACFL Comprehensive Plan update to next week for revised version

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Delmar/Brownson Dock Replacement (SDP-2021-0008). The commission will also conduct a concept discussion on bonus height provisions in the R4 Use Zone.

• Public Hearing: Delmar/Brownson Dock Replacement (SDP-2021-0008)
• Concept discussion: Bonus Height provisions in the R4 Use Zone (AMC 19.50.42 C)
• Review of draft minutes from September 22, 2021

The Anacortes Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved SDP-2021-0008, the Delmar/Brownson Dock Replacement, as submitted. The commission also began a concept discussion on bonus height provisions in the R4 Use Zone, with no decisions made on that topic.

• Approved SDP-2021-0008 Delmar/Brownson Dock Replacement (6-0)
• Accepted September 22, 2021 minutes as submitted
• Switched agenda order to discuss dock first, bonus height last

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will hold a public hearing on budgeted revenue sources, which includes a proposed 1% property tax increase. The council is also scheduled to discuss land use moratoriums and the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Public hearing on budgeted revenue sources including a 1% property tax increase
• Ordinance 3097 regarding a land use moratorium in the R4 zone west of Commercial Avenue
• Approval of claims totaling $728,320.75
• Resolution 3056 to commit city funds to the Anacortes Family Center Affordable Housing Project
• Resolution 3052 regarding the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds

The Anacortes City Council approved Ordinance 3097 extending a six-month moratorium on certain land use applications in the R4 zone west of Commercial Avenue, and Resolution 3052 establishing the city's use of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council also approved a $385,495 contract for a leak monitoring system, waived bidding requirements for that purchase, and committed city funds to support the Anacortes Family Center affordable housing project. A contract amendment with Waste Management was tabled for further information.

• Approved Ordinance 3097 extending R4 zone moratorium (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3052 establishing ARPA fund use (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3055 waiving bidding for PermaSense leak monitor (5-0)
• Awarded $385,495 contract to Craley Group for leak monitoring system (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3056 committing funds to Anacortes Family Center housing project (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled Waste Management contract amendment for CPI inflator change

City Council

The Anacortes City Council approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $512,586.66, and heard the Mayor's 2022 Budget Message. Resolution 3052 on ARPA fund use was tabled for revision to potentially include the Anacortes Family Center project. The 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan was presented and discussed, with no final action taken.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims totaling $512,586.66 (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 3052 on ARPA fund use for revision to include Anacortes Family Center
• Presented 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan for Public Works; no action taken

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will review committee reports and approve various claims and contracts. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a land use moratorium for self-service storage facilities.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $215,041.36
• Contract modification: WWTP Outfall construction management services
• Ordinance 3095: Moratorium on certain self-service storage land use applications
• Closed record decision hearing for MJB Properties Shoreline Clearing & Grading
• Street Fair Application: Anacortes Christmas Parade

The Anacortes City Council approved a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit (SDP-2021-0001) for MJB Properties' shoreline clearing and grading, subject to conditions in the staff report and Planning Commission recommendation. The council also unanimously approved a moratorium on certain land use applications for self-service storage facilities in the Commercial Use Zone. A conservation easement agreement update with Skagit Land Trust was discussed but deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved SDP-2021-0001 shoreline clearing and grading permit for MJB Properties (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3095 moratorium on self-service storage facility applications in Commercial Use Zone (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $215,041.36 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 3053 extending COVID-19 temporary procedures (6-0)
• Approved contract modification for WWTP Outfall construction management (6-0)
• Approved Street Fair Application for Anacortes Christmas Parade (6-0)
• Excused Councilmember Bruce McDougall's absence (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider Ordinance 3091 and Resolution 3043 regarding land use. This item addresses allowing Day Care II, defined as more than 12 adults or children in a 24-hour period, in the R4 Use Zone. The meeting is being held electronically only.

• Ordinance 3091 and Resolution 3043 regarding Day Care II in R4 Use Zones
• Review of September 8, 2021, draft minutes

The Anacortes Planning Commission held a public hearing on Ordinance 3091 and Resolution 3043, which would allow Daycare II (more than 12 adults or children in a 24-hour period) as a permitted use in the R4 Use Zone, eliminating the need for a Conditional Use Permit. No public comments were made, and no decision was reached; the item remains under discussion as part of the work plan.

• Accepted minutes from September 8, 2021, as submitted
• Heard presentation on Ordinance 3091 to permit Daycare II in R4 zone
• No public comments received
• No vote taken; discussion only

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider resolutions regarding updated council procedures and the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The agenda also includes contract modifications for Fidalgo Avenue repairs and stormwater repairs.

• Approval of claims totaling $1,798,466.74
• Contract modification: Fidalgo Avenue Emergency Repairs #21-138-STM-001
• Contract modification: FEMA Funding For Stormwater Repairs #20-152-STM-001
• Resolution 3051: Adopting Updated City Council Procedures
• Resolution 3052: Establishing the City's use of American Rescue Plan Act Funds

The Council did not adopt Resolution 3051 (updated City Council procedures) after motions failed or were withdrawn; staff will instead prepare a separate resolution to extend the special COVID-19 procedures of Resolution 2082 through December 31, 2021, for action at the September 27 meeting. The Council also held a first read of Resolution 3052 on American Rescue Plan Act funds, with staff to bring a possibly revised version back after further Finance Committee review. The consent agenda was approved, including claims of $1,798,466.74 and two contract modifications.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes of September 13, 2021, claims totaling $1,798,466.74, and two contract modifications (Fidalgo Avenue Emergency Repairs and FEMA Stormwater Repairs)
• Failed to adopt Resolution 3051 (updated Council procedures) as presented; motion died for lack of a second
• Withdrew motion to adopt Resolution 3051 amended to remove paragraph 4.3(e)
• Agreed staff will prepare a resolution to extend special COVID-19 procedures (Resolution 2082) through December 31, 2021, for Council action on September 27, 2021
• Held first read of draft Resolution 3052 on use of American Rescue Plan Act funds; staff to bring possibly revised version after Finance Committee review on September 22, 2021
• Excused the absence of Councilmember Anthony Young

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss COVID-19 updates and various committee reports. The council is also scheduled to act on contract awards for police body cameras, water meter software, and cemetery expansion.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $520,829.96
• Contract award: Anacortes Police Department Body Cameras #21-168-APD-001
• Contract award: Sensus Water Meter Software #21-136-WTR-001
• Contract award: Grand View Cemetery Expansion - Phase 2 #19-092-PRK-004
• Street Fair Application: Hot September Nights

The Anacortes City Council approved a $605,972.48 contract with Trinity Contractors Inc. for the Grand View Cemetery Expansion Phase 2, and a $195,712.16 contract with Ferguson Waterworks for Sensus water meter software. Both motions passed unanimously. The council also approved the consent agenda, including police body cameras and $520,829.96 in claims, and discussed the Anacortes Community Forest Lands Management Plan, which will be brought back for action at a future meeting.

• Approved $605,972.48 contract with Trinity Contractors Inc. for Grand View Cemetery Expansion Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved $195,712.16 contract with Ferguson Waterworks for Sensus Water Meter Software (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $520,829.96 in claims, police body camera contract, and street fair application (unanimous)
• Discussed ACFL Management Plan; will be presented for action at a future meeting

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding SDP-2021-0001 for MJB Properties Shoreline Clearing & Grading. The meeting also includes a review of the draft minutes from August 25, 2021.

• Public Hearing: SDP-2021-0001 - MJB Properties Shoreline Clearing & Grading
• Review of August 25, 2021, draft minutes

The Anacortes Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved SDP-2021-0001, a shoreline clearing and grading project by MJB Properties, with an added condition requiring coordination with the WA Dept of Ecology to verify the ordinary high-water mark before construction. The minutes also noted that flood plain management updates were postponed to a later meeting.

• Approved SDP-2021-0001 (MJB Properties shoreline clearing and grading) with added condition (7-0)
• Added condition: coordinate with WA Dept of Ecology to verify ordinary high-water mark before construction
• Accepted minutes from August 25, 2021, as submitted

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider a resolution regarding daycare development in the R4 use zone and a permit for an RV park. The meeting includes committee reports on housing affordability, fiber, and finance. The council will also review contract modifications and claim approvals.

• Resolution 3043: Daycare development in the R4 Use Zone
• Approval of claims totaling $1,282,385.47
• Conditional Use Permit for Cap Sante North Basin RV Park
• Contract modification for 2021 Waterline Replacements
• Resolution 3050: Distribution of tourism promotion funds

The Anacortes City Council approved a conditional use permit for an RV park at Cap Sante Marina North Basin, 611 T Avenue, with a modification removing Condition 17 regarding intersection engineering. The council also approved Resolution 3043 confirming an interim ordinance to facilitate daycare development in the R4 zone, and Resolution 3050 authorizing $27,000 in tourism promotion funds for a Christmas tree. Consent agenda items were approved, including claims totaling $1,282,385.47 and contract modifications.

• Approved CUP-2021-0001 for Cap Sante North Basin RV Park, amended to remove Condition 17 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 3043 confirming interim ordinance for daycares in R4 zone and adopting work plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 3050 authorizing $27,000 to Chamber of Commerce for Christmas tree (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A, B, C, F including claims of $1,282,385.47 (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda items D and E, contract modifications for WWTP outfall and Anchor QEA (voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the draft minutes from August 11, 2021. The agenda also includes a discussion on Flood Plain Management under Anacortes Municipal Code Chapter 19.74.

• Review of August 11, 2021, draft minutes
• Discussion of Flood Plain Management (Anacortes Municipal Code Chapter 19.74)

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 25, 2021, to consider updates to Anacortes Municipal Code Chapter 19.74 (Flood Plain Management), required by FEMA. Due to audio issues during the staff presentation, Chair MacKenzie delayed the hearing to the next Planning Commission meeting. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made.

• Delayed public hearing on AMC Chapter 19.74 flood plain updates to next meeting
• Accepted minutes from August 11, 2021, as submitted

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider a water supply agreement with the Samish Indian Nation and an interlocal agreement with the Port of Anacortes regarding outfall replacement. The agenda also includes committee reports on housing, traffic safety, and parks. Additionally, the council will act on claims totaling $376,136.60.

• Interlocal Agreement with Port of Anacortes for Outfall Replacement
• Water Supply Agreement with Samish Indian Nation #21-198-WTR-001
• Approval of claims totaling $376,136.60
• Contract Award: Treatment Plant Chemicals #21-185-IDS

The Anacortes City Council approved a water supply agreement with the Samish Indian Nation, authorizing the mayor to sign contract #21-198-WTR-001. The vote was 5-0 with one abstention due to a councilmember's remote interest. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $376,136.60 and a contract for treatment plant chemicals.

• Approved water supply agreement with Samish Indian Nation (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims of $376,136.60, and treatment plant chemicals contract
• Excused absence of Councilmember Cleland-McGrath (unanimous)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider Resolution 3049 regarding personnel policies. The agenda includes committee reports on COVID-19, finance, and public works. The Council is also scheduled to approve claims totaling $809,439.96.

• Resolution 3049 regarding Personnel Policies
• Approval of claims in the amount of $809,439.96
• Committee reports on COVID-19, finance, and public works
• Executive session regarding potential litigation

The Anacortes City Council adopted Resolution 3049, revising the city's personnel policies, with a correction to Policy 213 to reference the Human Resources Director. The vote was unanimous (6-0). The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and claims totaling $809,439.96, and excused Councilmember Cleland-McGrath's absence.

• Adopted Resolution 3049, revised Personnel Policies with Policy 213 correction (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of August 9, 2021 and claims of $809,439.96 (unanimous)
• Excused Councilmember Cleland-McGrath's absence (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding CUP-2021-0001 for the Cap Sante North Basin RV Park. The meeting also includes a review of the draft minutes from July 28, 2021.

• Public Hearing: CUP-2021-0001 - Cap Sante North Basin RV Park (Port of Anacortes)
• Review of July 28, 2001, draft minutes

The Anacortes Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved a conditional use permit and site plan for the Cap Sante North Basin RV Park on Port of Anacortes property, with conditions recommended by staff. No public comments were made during the hearing. The motion passed 7-0.

• Approved CUP-2021-0001 for Cap Sante North Basin RV Park with staff conditions (7-0)
• Accepted minutes from July 28, 2021, as submitted

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss updates to the 2021 budget and the Capital Facilities Plan. The meeting also includes a proposed water system agreement with Skagit County PUD No. 1. Additionally, the council will review committee reports and utility contracts.

• Ordinance 3093: Amending the 2021 Budget
• Ordinance 3094: Amending the Capital Facilities Plan 2021 - 2026
• Approval of claims in the amount of $881,286.94
• Resolution 3048: Fidalgo Island Water System asset transfer agreement
• Contract Award: Sensus Water Meter Software #21-136-WTR-001

The Anacortes City Council adopted two ordinances amending the 2021 budget and the 2021-2026 Capital Facilities Plan, both unanimously. It also approved a water system asset transfer agreement with Skagit PUD #1. A contract for water meter software was postponed pending more information.

• Adopted Ordinance 3093 amending the 2021 budget (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3094 amending the 2021-2026 Capital Facilities Plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 3048 for Fidalgo Island Water System asset transfer and improvement agreement with Skagit PUD #1 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $881,286.94 and water treatment plant filter anthracite contract (unanimous)
• Postponed contract award for Sensus Water Meter Software pending business case

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider several action items including the confirmation of the Police Chief and approval of claims totaling $563,614.22. The agenda also includes discussions on COVID-19 updates and committee reports from Finance and Public Works. Additionally, the council will review resolutions regarding wastewater treatment plant repairs and an agreement with Comarnic, Romania.

• Confirmation and swearing in of the Police Chief
• Approval of claims totaling $563,614.22
• Bidding waivers for wastewater treatment plant mercury modules and repairs
• Agreement between Anacortes and the City of Comarnic, Romania
• Street fair applications for an outdoor music event and a half marathon

The Anacortes City Council confirmed Mayor Laurie Gere's appointment of Dave Floyd as Police Chief, effective immediately, and he was sworn in. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims of $563,614.22, and adopted Resolution 3045 establishing a Sister City relationship with Comarnic, Romania. A street fair application for an outdoor music event was approved with Councilmember Moulton abstaining.

• Confirmed Dave Floyd as Police Chief (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $563,614.22 (unanimous)
• Approved Street Fair Application: Outdoor Music Event (unanimous, Moulton abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 3045 for Sister City agreement with Comarnic, Romania (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the Croatian Way seawall reinforcement project (SPD-2021-0002, SPD-2021-0003, SPD-2021-0004) with conditions, following a site visit and staff presentation. No public comments were made. The commission also received a presentation on flood plain management updates to the Anacortes Municipal Code, but no action was taken on that item.

• Approved Croatian Way seawall reinforcement with conditions (motion by Cortright, second by Martin)
• Accepted minutes from March 24, 2021 as submitted
• Granted agenda order change to discuss item #2 first

City Council

The Anacortes City Council approved Ordinance 3064 updating the Critical Areas Regulations with a correction to a date reference, and authorized a $111,675.80 contract for school zone flashing beacons. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $656,199.23, and introduced two ordinances for future action. No substantive decisions were made on the budget or capital facilities plan amendments, which are scheduled for action on August 9, 2021.

• Approved Ordinance 3064 updating Critical Areas Regulations (6-0)
• Authorized $111,675.80 contract with Traffic Safety Supply for school zone flashing beacons (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $656,199.23 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 3093 amending 2021 budget (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 3094 amending 2021-2026 Capital Facilities Plan (first reading)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss the disposition of the Tommy Thompson Train and receive an update on Access Anacortes Fiber Internet. The council also plans to approve claims totaling $658,127.51.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $658,127.51
• Resolution 3044: Disposition of Tommy Thompson Train
• Access Anacortes Fiber Internet Update
• Ordinance 3064: Critical Area Update Draft 3 Discussion

The Anacortes City Council approved Resolution 3044, declaring the Thomas G. Thompson, Jr. Train and related equipment surplus and directing their return to the Thompson family, with a minor typo correction. The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and claims totaling $658,127.51. Discussions were held on the Access Anacortes Fiber Internet update and the critical areas regulations draft, but no final action was taken on those items.

• Approved Resolution 3044 to declare the Tommy Thompson Train surplus and return it to the Thompson family.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the July 12, 2021 minutes and claims totaling $658,127.51.
• Excused Councilmember Anthony Young's absence from the meeting.
• Proclaimed the week of July 26, 2021 as Dinosaur Week in Anacortes.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council approved Ordinance 3091, an interim ordinance to facilitate daycare facilities in the R4 zone, and adopted Resolution 3042 establishing the 2021 docket for comprehensive plan amendments. The council also passed Ordinance 3092, repealing the single-use plastic bag ban (AMC Chapter 5.47). No substantive decisions were made on the Thompson train display; the council directed the city attorney to draft documents to return the train to the Thompson family for future action.

• Approved Ordinance 3091 interim daycare facility ordinance (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3042 establishing 2021 comprehensive plan amendment docket (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3092 repealing single-use plastic bag ban (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $570,121.33 in claims (unanimous)
• Directed city attorney to draft documents to return Thompson train to family (no vote)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss COVID-19 updates and committee reports. The council is also scheduled to act on various items, including street fair applications and a contract for the City Hall parking lot retrofit project.

• Approval of claims totaling $324,993.18
• Interlocal Agreement with Skagit County for Community Court Program
• Contract Award: City Hall Parking Lot LID Retrofit Project #21-001-STM-002
• Street Fair Application: Anacortes Arts Festival
• Museum Advisory Board Appointment Confirmation

The Anacortes City Council approved a $403,928.27 contract with Valdez Construction, Inc. for the City Hall Parking Lot LID Retrofit Project. The council also confirmed Judith Zersen to the Museum Advisory Board and approved consent agenda items, including claims totaling $324,993.18 and a street fair application for the Anacortes Arts Festival.

• Awarded contract 21-001-STM-002 to Valdez Construction, Inc. for $403,928.27 for the City Hall Parking Lot LID Retrofit Project
• Confirmed Judith Zersen to the Museum Advisory Board for a term expiring December 31, 2022
• Approved consent agenda items A, B, D, and E, including minutes, claims of $324,993.18, a street closure, and an interlocal agreement with Skagit County
• Approved consent agenda item 5c, the Anacortes Arts Festival street fair application, with Councilmember Cleland-McGrath abstaining

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2021 Docket of Proposed Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulation Amendments. The council will also discuss ordinance 3091 for day care facilities in the R4 zone and emergency repairs for Fidalgo Avenue.

• Public hearing: 2021 Docket of Proposed Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulation Amendments
• Approval of claims totaling $434,533.91
• Ordinance 3091 regarding day care facility development in the R4 zone
• Resolution 3040 and Contract 21-138-STM-001 for Fidalgo Avenue emergency repair
• Resolution 3041 to waive bidding requirements for sodium hypochlorite purchase

The Anacortes City Council approved Resolution 3040, declaring an emergency and waiving competitive bidding to award a $275,000 contract to Welch Brothers Construction for Fidalgo Avenue emergency repairs. The council also approved Resolution 3038 extending COVID-19 response procedures through September 30, 2021, and Resolution 3041 waiving bidding for sodium hypochlorite purchase. A public hearing was held on the 2021 docket of Comprehensive Plan amendments, with a draft resolution to be considered July 12. The consent agenda, including claims totaling $434,533.91, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 3040: emergency declaration and $275,000 contract to Welch Brothers Construction for Fidalgo Avenue repairs (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 3038: extended COVID-19 response procedures through September 30, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 3041: waived bidding for sodium hypochlorite purchase due to force majeure (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $434,533.91 (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on 2021 Comprehensive Plan amendment docket; draft resolution scheduled for July 12

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for June 23, 2021, has been canceled.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider approving claims totaling $881,141.87 and the 4th of July parade application. The agenda includes discussions on fiber internet updates and a plan for a Thompson Train static display. The council will also vote on extending COVID-19 emergency procedures.

• Approval of claims totaling $881,141.87
• Street Fair Application: 4th of July Town Photo and Parade
• Resolution 3038: Extending COVID-19 emergency procedures
• Thompson Train Static Display Plan
• Resolution 3039: Purchase of storage box for emergency safety equipment

The Anacortes City Council approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $881,141.87, and adopted Resolution 3039 to purchase a used storage container for emergency supplies, waiving bidding requirements. The council discussed but did not vote on extending COVID-19 temporary procedures (Resolution 3038) or a static display plan for the Tommy Thompson train, with the former to be revisited on June 28 and the latter deferred pending a three-week fundraising effort.

• Approved consent agenda: minutes of June 14, 2021, claims of $881,141.87, Street Fair Application, and Fourth Amendment to Jail Facility Use Agreement.
• Adopted Resolution 3039 authorizing purchase of a storage box for emergency safety equipment, waiving competitive bidding per RCW 39.04.280.
• Tabled Resolution 3038 (extending COVID-19 temporary procedures) for further review and action at the June 28, 2021 meeting.
• Discussed but took no action on the Thompson train static display plan; agreed to allow three weeks for private fundraising before a vote.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will review committee reports and a COVID-19 update. The council is scheduled to act on approving claims and a street repair contract award. Discussion items include critical area regulations and a resolution regarding service terminals.

• Approval of $537,657.13 in claims
• Anacortes Street Repair 2021 #21-059-TRN-002 contract award
• Ordinance 3064: Critical Area Regulations Draft 3 discussion
• Resolution 3037: Waiving competitive bidding for 271 Multi-port Service Terminals (MSTs)
• Friends of Skagit Beaches Citizen Science Outfall Monitoring Program discussion

The Anacortes City Council approved Resolution 3037, waiving competitive bidding to purchase 271 Multi-port Service Terminals (MSTs) for the Access Fiber Project from Millennium, citing special market conditions. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The council also approved the consent agenda, including $537,657.13 in claims and a street repair contract, and heard presentations on a stormwater monitoring program and critical area regulations.

• Approved Resolution 3037 to waive competitive bidding and purchase 271 MSTs from Millennium (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of June 7, 2021
• Approved claims totaling $537,657.13 (EFT, checks, wire transfers)
• Approved contract award for Anacortes Street Repair 2021 #21-126-TRN-001
• Excused Councilmember Anthony Young's absence (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for June 9, 2021, has been canceled.

City Council

The council is meeting to review committee reports and approve claims totaling $1,154,369.45. The agenda includes a public hearing on critical area regulations and discussion of a mobile healthcare pilot program. The council will also consider an ordinance to amend the 2021 budget.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $1,154,369.45
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Marysville for outdoor video services
• Public hearing regarding Critical Area Regulations Draft 3
• Ordinance No. 3090 to amend the 2021 budget
• Board and Commission Reappointments

The Anacortes City Council approved Ordinance 3090, amending the 2021 budget to fund five new positions: a firefighter/paramedic, two fiber technicians, an IT technician, and a SCADA technician. The council also confirmed Deane Brazas to the Museum Advisory Board and approved consent agenda items including claims totaling $1,154,369.45. A public hearing on critical area regulations was continued to June 14, 2021.

• Approved Ordinance 3090 adding five positions to 2021 budget (5-0)
• Confirmed Deane Brazas to Museum Advisory Board retroactive to 1/1/2020 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $1,154,369.45 (voice vote)
• Continued public hearing on Critical Area Regulations Draft 3 to June 14, 2021

General

The Anacortes City Council is conducting a special budget retreat meeting to review departmental requests. The session includes discussing councilmember priorities and specific budget issues. Topics for discussion include ERR funding, Fiber/IT, and the 2020 budget reduction rollover.

• Review of departmental budget requests
• Discussion on ERR funding
• Discussion on Fiber/IT
• Discussion on 2020 budget reduction rollover

The Anacortes City Council held a special meeting as a budget retreat, discussing the 2022 budget schedule, revenue trends, and carryover issues from 2020-2021. Councilmembers reviewed departmental budget requests and discussed individual budget priorities, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned after the discussion.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the budget retreat

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting on May 26, 2021, has been canceled. No other agenda items were listed.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will review claims totaling $595,796.08 for approval. The meeting includes votes on waiving competitive bidding requirements for maritime pole lights and water meter products. The council will also discuss wastewater treatment reports and parklet contracts.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $595,796.08
• Resolution 3032: Waiving bidding requirements for Maritime Theme Pole Lights from DiJulio Displays
• Resolution 3036: Waiving bidding requirements for Sensus Water Meter Products
• Resolution 3033: Authorizing a contract for the purchase of two parklets
• Resolution 3035: Waiving bidding requirements for parklets from Dero Bike Racks

The Anacortes City Council approved two resolutions to purchase parklets for Commercial Avenue using lodging tax funds, despite a price increase due to rising steel costs. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $595,796.08, and excused Councilmember Carter from meetings from June 2 to August 3, 2021. A public hearing on critical area regulations was continued to June 7, 2021.

• Approved Resolution 3033 authorizing purchase of two parklets for $26,568 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 3035 waiving competitive bidding for parklets from Dero Bike Racks (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $595,796.08 (7-0)
• Excused Councilmember Carter from meetings June 2-August 3, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing on critical area regulations to June 7, 2021

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will meet electronically to discuss several municipal items. The agenda includes a resolution regarding height provisions in the R4 zone and an update on fiber internet. The council will also consider claims totaling $536,027.16.

• Approval of claims totaling $536,027.16
• Contract award for 2021 Pedestrian Improvements Project #21-092-TRN-001
• Resolution 3028 regarding R4 zone height provisions
• Access Anacortes Fiber Internet update
• Wastewater Treatment Plant solids handling report

The Anacortes City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 3028, which updates the work plan for bonus height provisions in the R4 zone west of the Commercial zone, as companion legislation to Ordinance 3088. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $536,027.16 and a contract for the 2021 Pedestrian Improvements Project. No other formal decisions were made; the wastewater treatment plant solids handling options were presented but deferred for discussion at the May 24 meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 3028 updating R4 bonus height work plan (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of May 10, 2021
• Approved claims totaling $536,027.16
• Awarded 2021 Pedestrian Improvements Project contract #21-092-TRN-001

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Anacortes Planning Commission for May 12, 2021, was canceled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider approving claims totaling $967,305.50 and an emergency declaration for 41st Street repairs. The agenda also includes a contract award for ambulance billing services and discussions on housing affordability. Public hearings are scheduled regarding the CDBG 2021 Annual Action Plan and Critical Area Regulations.

• Approval of claims totaling $967,305.50
• Contract Award: Ambulance Billing Services #21-103-FIN-001
• Resolution 3034: Emergency Declaration for 41st Street Repairs
• Ordinance 3087: Vacating right-of-way on 11th Street
• Public hearing: CDBG 2021 Annual Action Plan

The Anacortes City Council adopted Ordinance 3087, vacating a portion of 11th Street right-of-way adjacent to blocks 242 and 243, with a correction to the second recital. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $967,305.50, and accepted the 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan for submission to HUD. A public hearing on critical area regulations continued with no final decision.

• Adopted Ordinance 3087 vacating 11th Street right-of-way (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $967,305.50 (unanimous)
• Approved ambulance billing services contract #21-103-FIN-001 (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 3034 emergency declaration for 41st Street repairs (consent agenda)
• Approved street fair application for Anacortes Farmers Market (consent agenda)
• Accepted 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan and directed submission to HUD by May 15 (6-0, one abstention)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss COVID-19 updates and committee reports. The Council will also consider approving $122,614.68 in claims and two resolutions to waive state competitive bidding requirements for equipment. Public hearings are scheduled regarding right-of-way vacation and critical area regulations.

• Approval of $122,614.68 in claims
• Resolution 3030: Waiving bidding for Fairbanks Nijhuis pumps and service
• Resolution 3031: Waiving bidding for Foxboro Instrumentation
• Ordinance 3087: Vacating right-of-way on 11th Street and B Avenue
• Discussion of Critical Area Regulations Draft 3

The Anacortes City Council held a continued public hearing on Ordinance 3087 to vacate portions of 11th Street and B Avenue. After public comment, a majority of councilmembers favored vacating the 11th Street segments but not the B Avenue portions, so staff was directed to revise the ordinance and bring it back for action. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims of $122,614.68 and two resolutions waiving competitive bidding for equipment purchases. The critical area regulations public hearing was continued to May 10, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims of $122,614.68 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3030 waiving competitive bidding for Fairbanks Nijhuis pumps (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3031 waiving competitive bidding for Foxboro instrumentation (unanimous)
• Directed staff to revise Ordinance 3087 to vacate only 11th Street segments, not B Avenue
• Continued critical area regulations public hearing to May 10, 2021

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for April 28, 2021, was canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss the CDBG 2021 Annual Action Plan and fiber internet updates. The council also plans to act on budget amendments, staff hiring, and contract modifications for the Commercial Ave Corridor Plan.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $391,030.87
• Contract modification: Commercial Ave Corridor Plan Phase 1 - 11TH ST to 13TH St
• Ordinance 3089: Amending the 2021 Budget
• Resolution 3029: Hiring one ASAC Administrator and two Parks Maintenance Workers
• Contract award: Municipal Broadband Network – 2021 Westside Backbone Expansion

The Anacortes City Council approved a $5,055,304.09 contract with Robinson Brothers Construction, Inc. for the 2021 Westside Backbone Expansion of the municipal broadband network. The council also adopted an ordinance adding a Parks Maintenance FTE to the 2021 budget and a resolution authorizing hiring an ASAC Administrator and two Parks Maintenance workers. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Awarded $5,055,304.09 contract to Robinson Brothers Construction for broadband backbone expansion (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3089 amending 2021 budget to add one Parks Maintenance FTE (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3029 authorizing hiring of 1 ASAC Administrator and 2 Parks Maintenance workers (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $391,030.87 in claims (6-0)
• Approved April 19, 2021 minutes as corrected (6-0)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council held a special meeting on April 19, 2021, for a site visit regarding proposed Ordinance 3087, which would vacate a portion of 11th Street and part of B Avenue. No testimony was received and no action was taken; the meeting adjourned at approximately 5:30 p.m.

• No action taken on proposed Ordinance 3087 (site visit only)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss a COVID-19 update and critical area regulations. The council also plans to act on claims totaling $433,890.32 and several infrastructure contract awards.

• Ordinance 3087 regarding vacating right-of-way on 11th Street and B Avenue
• Approval of claims in the amount of $433,890.32
• Contract modification for Skagit River Raw Water Pipeline and Clearwell Project
• Contract award for Slurry 2021
• Contract award for 2021 Asphalt Overlay

The Anacortes City Council approved a $904,715.35 contract with Lakeside Industries for the 2021 Asphalt Overlay Project. The public hearing on Ordinance 3087 (vacating right-of-way on 11th Street and B Avenue) was continued to May 3, 2021, as was the public hearing on the Critical Area Regulations Draft 3. The consent agenda, including claims of $433,890.32, was approved unanimously.

• Approved $904,715.35 asphalt overlay contract with Lakeside Industries (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $433,890.32 in claims (unanimous)
• Continued Ordinance 3087 public hearing to May 3, 2021
• Continued Critical Area Regulations Draft 3 public hearing to May 3, 2021

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Anacortes Planning Commission meeting on April 14, 2021, has been canceled.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss committee reports and an extension of a land use application moratorium west of Commercial Avenue. The council also plans to approve claims totaling $411,323.08 and two contract awards.

• Extension of land use application moratorium in the R4 Use Zone West of Commercial Avenue
• Approval of claims totaling $411,323.08
• Contract award for 2021 Cape Seal Preparation #21-058-TRN-001
• Contract award for Server Room/Fiber Room Fire Suppression System #21-085-FAC-001
• Discussion regarding Thompson Train Static Display Planning

The Anacortes City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 3088, extending for six months the moratorium on accepting land use or building permit applications in the R4 zone west of Commercial Avenue that would use bonus height provisions. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims of $411,323.08 and two contract awards. Discussion on a static display for the Tommy Thompson train drew objections from the Thompson family, who requested the train's return, but no decision was made; staff will bring a more specific proposal within a month.

• Approved Ordinance 3088 extending R4 zone moratorium (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $411,323.08 in claims
• Awarded 2021 Cape Seal Preparation contract #21-058-TRN-001
• Awarded Server Room/Fiber Room Fire Suppression System contract #21-085-FAC-001

City Council

The City Council will discuss COVID-19 updates and various committee reports. The Council is scheduled to confirm William "Bill" Harris as Fire Chief and approve claims totaling $533,725.57. A public hearing regarding a right-of-way vacation on 11th Street was continued to April 19, 2021.

• Confirmation of William "Bill" Harris as Anacortes Fire Chief
• Approval of claims in the amount of $533,725.57
• Resolution 3027 opposing Imperial Metals’ Minerals Exploration Permit
• Discussion of Waste Management Annual Report

The council unanimously confirmed Mayor Gere's appointment of William "Bill" Harris as Fire Chief, effective April 6, 2021. It also continued the public hearing on Ordinance 3087 (vacating part of 11th Street and B Avenue) to April 19, 2021, to allow residents more time to respond. The council approved the consent agenda, including minutes and claims totaling $533,725.57, and passed Resolution 3027 opposing Imperial Metals' minerals exploration permit in British Columbia's Skagit headwaters, with amendments to correct the water treatment plant cost to $70M and request extinguishment of mineral extraction rights.

• Confirmed William "Bill" Harris as Fire Chief, effective April 6, 2021 (unanimous).
• Continued the public hearing on Ordinance 3087 (vacating 11th Street and B Avenue) to April 19, 2021.
• Approved consent agenda item 4a: Minutes of March 22, 2021 (unanimous).
• Approved consent agenda item 4b: Claims totaling $533,725.57 (unanimous).
• Passed Resolution 3027 opposing Imperial Metals' minerals exploration permit, with amendments to reflect $70M water plant cost and request extinguishment of mineral extraction rights (unanimous).

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission meeting includes a review of the commission's work plan. The agenda also contains a correspondence update regarding public works projects.

• Planning Commission Work Plan
• Public Works Projects Update

The Anacortes Planning Commission held a public hearing on March 24, 2021, and accepted the minutes from March 10, 2021. Staff presented upcoming planning commission legislative work for 2021, including updates to the Shoreline Master Program, R4 zone bonus height provisions, tree preservation regulations, and short-term rentals in R zones. Staff also presented current and upcoming Public Works projects, such as water line replacement, slurry seal road projects, and the R Ave long-term improvement project. No formal decisions were made beyond accepting the minutes.

• Accepted the minutes from March 10, 2021 as submitted.
• Heard a presentation on 2021 planning commission legislative work, including Shoreline Master Program update and R4 zone bonus height provisions.
• Heard a presentation on current and upcoming Public Works projects, including water line replacement and slurry seal road projects.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will meet remotely to consider updating the Unified Fee Schedule and reviewing a social worker contract for the Anacortes Family Center. The agenda also includes discussions regarding COVID-19 updates and the WWTP Outfall Project.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $259,927.98
• Contract modification for Depot Plaza Restroom #20-069-PRK-003
• Resolution 3026 to update the Unified Fee Schedule
• Anacortes Family Center Social Worker Contract #21-061-IDS-001
• Interlocal Agreement with Skagit County for Digital Aerial Photos

The Anacortes City Council approved Resolution 3026, updating the Unified Fee Schedule for Washington Park fees, Parks Impact Fees, and Transportation Concurrency Review costs, with a correction to the effective date of the Parks Impact fees to September 1, 2021. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $259,927.98 and several contracts. No substantive decisions were made on the WWTP outfall project or the request to oppose Imperial Metals' exploration permit; these were discussed and deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Resolution 3026 updating the Unified Fee Schedule (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $259,927.98
• Approved contract modification for Depot Plaza Restroom #20-069-PRK-003
• Approved contract award for Microsoft M365 Annual Renewal 2021 #21-065-ITS-001
• Approved interlocal agreement with Skagit County for digital aerial photos #21-067-ENG-001
• Approved Resolution 3025 extending temporary COVID-19 procedures
• Approved Anacortes Family Center Social Worker Contract #21-061-IDS-001

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss committee reports and the 2021 Stormwater Management Program Plan. The agenda also includes actions on contract modifications for broadband and water projects.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $538,515.90
• Contract modification: Municipal Broadband Network – Library to MSTs Aerial Areas
• Contract modification: Skagit River Raw Water Pipeline and Clearwell Project
• Anacortes Family Center Social Worker Contract #21-061-IDS-001
• Resolution 3025 regarding COVID-19 emergency procedures

The Anacortes City Council discussed a proposed contract with the Anacortes Family Center to provide social worker services, but did not approve it. Instead, Councilmember Walters requested staff revise the agreement to a 12-month term, quarterly reporting, and specified data collection standards, then bring it back for action on the Consent Agenda. The Council also received updates on the stormwater plan, fiber internet, and COVID-19 procedures, and approved the consent agenda including claims of $538,515.90.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims of $538,515.90, and two contract modifications.
• Tabled the Anacortes Family Center social worker contract for revisions to term, reporting, and data standards.
• Discussed draft Resolution 3025 to extend COVID-19 procedures, with a modification to rescind sections 2C and 2D, to be brought back for action.
• Received updates on the 2021 Stormwater Management Program Plan and Access Anacortes Fiber Internet.
• Noted the mayor's appointment of Geoffrey Holmes to the Anacortes Housing Authority Board.

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission will hold discussions regarding land use projects and legislative actions. The commission is also scheduled to discuss the Shoreline Master Program periodic update.

• Review of Land Use Projects and Legislative Actions
• Shoreline Master Program (SMP) Periodic Update Discussion

The Anacortes Planning Commission tabled a discussion about expanding its role and responsibilities to a later date. The commission also discussed the Shoreline Master Program (SMP) periodic update, including public comments on residential use, the Canneries area, and the Guemes Channel Trail, but took no formal action on the SMP.

• Tabled discussion on expanding Planning Commission role/responsibility
• Accepted February 10, 2021 minutes as submitted

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider amending the 2021 budget to add staff positions and authorizing two half-time library assistants. The council also plans to approve claims totaling $473,459.28 and a purchase for an HVAC control system. A closed record hearing regarding the Bayside Marina Replacement is scheduled.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $473,459.28
• Resolution 3023: Purchase of Siemens Desigo HVAC Control System
• Closed record hearing for Bayside Marina Replacement (SDP-2020-0002)
• Resolution 3024: Hiring of two half-time library assistants
• Ordinance 3086: Amending the 2021 budget to add staff positions

The Anacortes City Council approved a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit for Marine Floats Corporation to replace the creosote piling and floating marina at Bayside Moorage Marina, 2410 Skyline Way, with conditions. They also adopted Resolution 3024 to hire two half-time Library Assistants and Ordinance 3086 to add four new permanent staff positions and two temporary street positions to the 2021 budget. The consent agenda, including claims of $473,459.28 and a bid waiver for an HVAC system, was approved unanimously.

• Approved SDP-2020-0002 for Bayside Marina replacement with conditions (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 3024 authorizing hiring two half-time Library Assistants (unanimous).
• Adopted Ordinance 3086 amending the 2021 budget to add 4 FTE staff positions and 2 temporary street positions (unanimous).
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims totaling $473,459.28, Resolution 3023 (bid waiver for Siemens Desigo HVAC), and contract award for HVAC migration (unanimous).

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss funding for additional fire staff after the SAFER grant expires. The council also plans to act on resolutions regarding equipment purchases and contract awards.

• Approval of claims totaling $587,200.13
• Resolution 3020: Purchase of a new cardiac monitor/defibrillator
• Resolution 3021: Waiving bid requirements for a used bucket-boom truck
• Contract award for 2021 Waterline Replacements #21-006-WTR-001
• Discussion on funding additional fire FTEs after the SAFER grant expires

The Anacortes City Council approved Ordinance 3085, adopting updated Parks and Recreation Impact Fees with an effective date of September 1, 2021. The council also authorized applying for a SAFER grant to fund three full-time firefighters, awarded a $943,392.83 contract for 2021 waterline replacements, approved a $222,240 contract modification for the WWTP outfall project, and approved distribution of $17,188.24 in tourism promotion funds. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 3085, adopting updated Parks and Recreation Impact Fees, effective September 1, 2021.
• Authorized Mayor to apply for SAFER grant for 3 firefighters.
• Authorized Mayor to sign contract 21-006-WTR-001 with SummitX Contractors, Inc. for $943,392.83 for 2021 Waterline Replacements.
• Authorized Mayor to sign modification to Contract 20-032-SEW-001 with Dalton, Olmsted & Fuglevand, Inc. for $222,240.00, increasing total to $362,240.00.
• Approved Resolution 3022 authorizing distribution of $17,188.24 in Tourism Promotion Funds.
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, claims of $587,200.13, and resolutions 3017, 3020, and 3021.

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will meet electronically to discuss street project alternatives and a request regarding the Tommy Thompson Train. The council will also consider approving claims totaling $787,925.18 and a resolution for micro-duct system equipment.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $787,925.18
• Resolution 3019: Purchase of CRALEY Fibre M-Series micro-duct system
• Commercial Avenue Complete Streets Project Phase 1 alternatives discussion
• Request from Thompson Family to return the Tommy Thompson Train

The Anacortes City Council voted to postpone indefinitely the Thompson family's request to return the donated Tommy Thompson train, and approved the roundabout option as the preferred alternative for the 12th and Commercial intersection, directing staff to begin preliminary design. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $787,925.18 and a resolution waiving competitive bidding for a micro-duct system purchase.

• Postponed indefinitely Thompson family's request to return Tommy Thompson train (6-0)
• Approved roundabout as preferred alternative for 12th & Commercial intersection (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $787,925.18 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3019 waiving competitive bidding for CRALEY Fibre M-Series purchase (unanimous)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will discuss COVID-19 updates and various committee reports. The agenda includes actions on claims totaling $756,724.87 and a $4.5 million line of credit with SaviBank for the City Access Fiber network. The council will also address the Anacortes Family Center Agreement and lodging tax committee appointments.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $756,724.87
• Ordinance 3084 establishing a $4,500,000 line of credit with SaviBank for fiber network build out
• Resolution 3018 waiving bidding requirements for leak detection equipment purchase
• Discussion regarding the Anacortes Family Center Agreement
• Annual appointments for the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The council approved a $4.5 million line of credit with SaviBank for the City Access Fiber network, waived competitive bidding for leak detection equipment, and approved an agreement with the Anacortes Family Center. All votes were unanimous except one abstention.

• Approved $4.5M line of credit with SaviBank for fiber network (unanimous)
• Waived competitive bidding for leak detection equipment purchase (unanimous)
• Approved Anacortes Family Center sales tax revenue agreement (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Reappointed and appointed Lodging Tax Advisory Committee members (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $756,724.87 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 8, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Anacortes Planning Commission will conduct an open record pre-decision hearing regarding the Bayside Moorage Marina project. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from the December 9, 2020, meeting.

• Open Record Pre-decision Hearing - SDP-2020-0002 Bayside Moorage Marina

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 6-0 to approve a shoreline substantial development permit for the Bayside Moorage Marina project by Marine Floats Corp, with conditions. The decision will be forwarded to the City Council for final action on March 8, 2021. Public comment was received regarding noise levels and operating hours.

• Approved SDP-2020-0002 Bayside Moorage Marina with conditions (6-0)
• Accepted December 9, 2020 meeting minutes as submitted

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will review committee reports regarding COVID-19, public safety, and housing affordability. The council will also consider claims totaling $124,140.16 and a fiber extension agreement for Bartholomew Road. Discussions are scheduled for park fee updates and a wastewater plant bidding waiver.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $124,140.16
• Interlocal Agreement: Bartholomew Road Fiber Extension #21-027-FBR-001
• Parks and Recreation Impact Fee Rate Study discussion
• Washington Park Fee Rate Update discussion
• Resolution 3016: Wastewater Plant Outfall Competitive Bidding Waiver

The Anacortes City Council approved Resolution 3016, waiving competitive bidding for the wastewater plant outfall replacement and relocation project, with a unanimous vote. The council also discussed but did not vote on proposed increases to Parks and Recreation impact fees and Washington Park fees, directing staff to gather more information.

• Approved Resolution 3016 waiving competitive bidding for wastewater outfall project (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $124,140.16 and interlocal agreement for Bartholomew Road Fiber Extension
• Discussed draft ordinance to raise Parks and Recreation impact fees; no action taken
• Discussed proposed Washington Park fee increase; no action taken

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will meet electronically to review committee reports and approve various contract modifications. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Commercial Avenue Complete Streets Project and an amendment to the 2020 budget.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $768,057.49
• Contract modification for Shoreline Master Program #19-111-PLN-001
• Contract modification for Grandview Cemetery Expansion - Phase 1
• Commercial Avenue Complete Streets Project Phase 1 alternatives discussion
• Ordinance 3083: Amending the 2020 Budget

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will meet to consider updating international building codes to the 2018 version. The agenda also includes contract awards for wastewater treatment plant projects and basin modeling. Additionally, the council will act on a memorandum of understanding regarding the Teamsters Local 231 agreement.

• Ordinance 3081: Updating International Building Codes to 2018 Version
• Contract Award: Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall Project - Design #20-032-SEW-007
• Resolution 3015: Memorandum of Understanding with Teamsters Local 231
• Approval of claims in the amount of $31,635.15
• Contract Modification: 32nd and M Intersection Design #19-002-TRN-001

The Anacortes City Council approved Ordinance 3081 updating the city's building codes to the 2018 International Building Code, with a modification striking fire sprinkler requirements. They also awarded a $991,523.18 contract to HDR Engineering for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall design, and approved a Master Services Agreement with Anchor QEA for cleanup planning. The council adopted Resolution 3014 for 2021 legislative priorities, removing support for specific housing tax bills.

• Approved Ordinance 3081 updating to 2018 International Building Code, striking Section 903.2 (6-0)
• Awarded $991,523.18 contract to HDR Engineering for Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall design (6-0)
• Approved Master Services Agreement with Anchor QEA with $458,400 not-to-exceed clause (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3014 for 2021 legislative priorities, deleting support for SB 5012 and HB 1035 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $31,635.15 (unanimous)
• Excused Councilmember Moulton's absence (unanimous)

City Council

The council will consider Ordinance 3082 to establish a $4,500,000 line of credit with SaviBank for the City Access Fiber network. Members will also discuss Resolution 3013 regarding employee leave benefits related to COVID-19. The agenda includes committee reports and the approval of claims totaling $1,174,245.95.

• Ordinance 3082: $4,500,000 line of credit with SaviBank for fiber network build out
• Resolution 3013: Employee leave benefits in response to the COVID-19 epidemic
• Approval of claims totaling $1,174,245.95
• Access Anacortes Fiber Internet update

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider adopting the 2018 International Building Codes and a resolution regarding city leave for COVID-19 absences. The meeting also includes committee reports and the approval of various service contracts and claims.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $920,874.11
• Contract modification: Municipal Broadband Network – Library to MSTs Aerial Areas
• Contract award: Intake Pump Station Redundancy and Resiliency Study
• Contract award: 2021 Janitorial Services
• Ordinance 3081: Adopting the 2018 International Building Codes

The Anacortes City Council approved Resolution 3012, extending sick leave for COVID-related absences through 2021, with a unanimous 7-0 vote. Action on Ordinance 3081, adopting the 2018 International Building Codes, was deferred to spring after discussion of sprinkler requirements and state delays. The consent agenda, including $920,874.11 in claims, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 3012 extending COVID-related sick leave through Dec 31, 2021 (7-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 3081 (2018 International Building Codes) to May or June
• Approved consent agenda including $920,874.11 in claims (unanimous)
• Approved contract modification for Municipal Broadband Network (consent)
• Awarded Intake Pump Station Redundancy and Resiliency Study contract (consent)
• Awarded 2021 Janitorial Services contract (consent)

City Council

The Anacortes City Council will consider a memorandum of understanding for the Teamsters Local 231 collective bargaining agreement and a contract award for the R Avenue Long-Term Improvement Project. The council will also take action to approve $315,935.94 in claims.

• Approval of claims totaling $315,935.94
• Resolution 3011: Teamsters Local 231 collective bargaining agreement MOU
• Contract award for R Avenue Long-Term Improvement Project consultant services
• CivicClerk public meeting demonstration

The Anacortes City Council approved Resolution 3011, authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with Teamsters Local 231, and awarded a $573,207 contract to H.W. Lochner, Inc. for the R Avenue Long-Term Improvement Project. Both items passed with votes as recorded. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $315,935.94.

• Approved Resolution 3011 for Teamsters Local 231 MOU (6-1)
• Authorized $573,207 contract with H.W. Lochner, Inc. for R Avenue project (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims of $315,935.94 (unanimous)