A-Town in Our Town Magazine: Spring/Summer 2024

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Officer Nybo is available Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. After those hours, calls are handled by Patrol Officers, if necessary. Non-emergency services offered:

• Animal waste problems

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Hello Anacortes, Public Engagement with City Planning

Welcome to the Spring/Summer edition of A-Town Magazine!

As we embark on this new and warmer season, I am excited to share with you some wonderful opportunities to explore and appreciate the richness of Anacortes. One of the joys of living in a small town is the ability to uncover hidden treasures right in your own backyard. Whether you are a long-time resident, or a newcomer, there is so much to discover.

Recreation is an integral part of our community’s identity, and we are fortunate to have an abundance of outdoor spaces to enjoy. From picturesque parks and winding trails, there’s no shortage of opportunities to immerse yourself in nature’s beauty. We are a lucky community to have our own pool, and I encourage you to explore the Fidalgo Pool and Fitness Center and their expanding offerings for the youngest to most mature of our citizens. We have included a comprehensive community calendar, and I am confident you will find an event, concert, or celebration that inspires you.

In addition to our natural wonders, our town boasts a rich history that is waiting to be uncovered. From quaint historical landmarks to fascinating tales passed down through generations, the Anacortes Museum offers multiple ways to learn about our roots. I invite

you to delve into our town’s past by visiting their current exhibits, attending historical tours, or simply chatting with longtime residents who have stories to share. By understanding where we come from, we can better appreciate the unique character of our community.

Furthermore, I’m excited to share an opportunity to explore the town’s layout and resources – our Geographic Information System (GIS) Interactive Maps online database at: anacortesgis. maps.arcgis.com Through this innovative tool, we can explore spatial data and gain valuable insights into various aspects of our community, including infrastructure, land use, and environmental features. Whether you’re interested in planning development projects, analyzing demographic trends, or simply navigating our town with ease, GIS mapping will prove to be an invaluable resource for us all.

Lastly, I’d like to highlight that this time last year we were working hard cleaning up our streets with the help of all our city departments and local non-profits to move folks living on the streets on to better housing circumstances. In this issue, you will learn more about recent successes with the Anacortes Family Center and Anacortes Housing Authority, a Housing Action Plan update, and recent policy changes to support safe,

diverse, and welcoming housing options for all citizens. The state legislature has laid out very clear directives for all aspects of our upcoming planning process. I would strongly encourage your participation as we move forward with our 2025 Comprehensive Plan.

In conclusion, I urge you to explore our small town and all it has to offer. Whether you’re drawn to outdoor adventures, historical discoveries, or community initiatives like GIS mapping and housing policies, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s come together to celebrate the beauty, diversity, and vibrancy of our beloved community.

All the best, Matt Miller, Mayor 360-299-1950 mattm@cityofanacortes.org

The Importance

of Participating in Public Engagement for City Planning

2024 is the year of planning in the City of Anacortes! This is a once-in-a-decade opportunity for the community to be involved in planning efforts that guide how the city develops its capital facilities for the next 20 years The City wants your input on the 2025 Citywide Comprehensive Plan Update, the Transportation Master Plan, Stormwater Master Plan, and the Transportation Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.

The Comprehensive Plan serves as a blueprint for guiding future growth and decision-making within the community. A Comprehensive Plan typically addresses various aspects of land-use planning, transportation,

housing, economic development, infrastructure, environmental conservation, and public services. It aims to balance competing interests and priorities with the goal of improving the overall quality of life for residents and economic vitality of its businesses.

The City and its consultants need you to participate in the upcoming public engagement opportunities to ensure that the voices, concerns, and aspirations of community members are heard and considered in decision-making processes. By engaging with the community, the City gains valuable insights into the diverse needs and perspectives of residents, businesses, and community groups leading to more inclusive, equitable, and responsive planning outcomes. Public engagement fosters transparency, builds trust between residents and decision-makers, and

ultimately leads to better-informed and more effective policies, projects, and initiatives that reflect the priorities of the community.

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City Council

Members

Ryan Walters, Ward 1 360-610-7770

ryanw@cityofanacortes.org

Christine Cleland-McGrath, Ward 2 360-708-0267 christinec@cityofanacortes.org

A Letter from Council Member TJ Fantini

Amanda Hubik, Position 4 360-499-3856 amandah@cityofanacortes.org

TJ Fantini, Ward 3 818-259-3613 thomasf@cityofanacortes.org

Bruce McDougall, Position 5 303-551-5554 brucem@cityofanacortes.org

Dear Residents of Anacortes,

I’m TJ Fantini, your new representative for Ward 3 on the City Council. As a lifelong resident of our beautiful city, I’m excited and proud to serve and contribute to our community’s growth and well-being in this new role.

Carolyn Moulton, Position 6 360-472-0335 carolynm@cityofanacortes.org

Anthony Young, Position 7 360-873-8407 anthony@cityofanacortes.org

We are at a pivotal moment in Anacortes’ history, ripe with opportunities for change and growth. With a fresh perspective, I aim to address longstanding issues and embrace new ideas, particularly in areas like affordable housing and infrastructure improvements. My goal is to enhance our city while preserving the charm, natural beauty and small town feel that make Anacortes unique.

In my first few months on the council, I’ve been warmly welcomed by fellow council members, the mayor, and city staff, all dedicated to the betterment of Anacortes. Their support has been invaluable as I navigate the complexities of city governance and connect with you, our residents. Your shared concerns and aspirations have deeply resonated with me, reinforcing my commitment to listening,

communicating effectively, and ensuring your voices are heard in our policy-making process.

For those who feel disconnected from city affairs or seek more active engagement, I want you to know my door is always open. Your input is crucial to our collective success, and I’m here to facilitate your involvement in shaping the future of Anacortes.

While I continue to learn about our city’s challenges and opportunities, I’m eager to apply my skills in communication, collaboration, and community advocacy to make a meaningful impact. I believe in engaging with all residents, respecting diverse viewpoints, and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability.

To stay informed and involved, please contact me directly via email or phone, subscribe to my newsletter for updates on public comment opportunities, and attend the quarterly meetings I’ll be hosting for open discussions on matters important to you. Together, we can ensure that Anacortes remains a dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking community for generations to come.

Thank you for placing your trust in me. I’m committed to working tirelessly on your behalf, embracing the challenges and opportunities ahead with optimism and determination. Let’s embark on this journey together, guided by a shared love for Anacortes and a vision for its bright future.

Sincerely,

TJ Fantini, Ward 3 818-259-3613

thomasf@cityofanacortes.org

TJ Fantini, City Council, Ward 3

The 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update: Housing

The City of Anacortes Comprehensive Plan is the local policy document, required by the state Growth Management Act (“GMA”) that guides land use, development, and capital expenditures for the City. The City completely revised the Comprehensive Plan in 2016, and is required to update it again by the end of 2025.

The state has added some new requirements, to this update, including an expanded requirement to plan for housing affordability. In prior update cycles, cities and counties had to plan for housing to accommodate population projections over the next 20 years. For this update, the City will need to plan for housing to accommodate the projected population at each of several income levels, grouped as percentages of the Area Median Income (“AMI”). For 2023, our median family income is $96,200. To be considered “affordable,” housing needs to be available for no more than 30% of a household’s income.

The County Commissioners, along with the mayors of Skagit County’s cities and towns, acting as the County’s GMA Steering Committee,

have approved the following initial allocations of housing units that Anacortes will need to plan for over the next twenty years at the various income levels (see chart below).

These numbers are a reflection of the urgent need for all jurisdictions to allow more housing to be built to help ease our local, regional, and national housing crisis. Over the last several years, Anacortes has permitted an average of fewer than 100 dwelling units per year. This is below our calculated 20year goal of 131 units per year.

To accommodate the projected housing unit figures, Anacortes will need to build more multi-family, cottage, and Accessory Dwelling Units as compared to single-family units, than in previous years. Already, we’ve seen an increase in multifamily development, as less expensive housing has been in high demand.

Earlier this year, the City Council adopted a Housing Action Plan to review the City’s progress in achieving our housing objectives so far, and to identify potential strategies and actions to promote greater housing diversity, affordability, and access

to opportunity for residents of all income levels. As the plan states:

The availability of housing for people in different stages of life and in different classes directly affects whether people choose to live and work in Anacortes, the success and vitality of local businesses, the protection of natural resources and rural lands, and the rate of climate-changing emissions.

The consequences of not planning for sufficient housing are already here—ballooning prices that outpace income growth, extremely low vacancy rates that reduce flexibility in the housing market, and long commutes for employees of Anacortes businesses. A diversity of new housing options, by contrast, will make it easier for those who work in Anacortes to live in Anacortes, for business to find workers, for seniors to downsize, and for growing families to find bigger housing.

Anacortes will offer many opportunities for public participation as it works through the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update. Watch for opportunities to get involved!

A Building Crisis: Housing

By now, nearly everyone is aware that we are experiencing a housing shortage of unprecedented scale, on a local, regional, and national level. The shortage is not simply a consequence of the pandemic—in fact, housing production in the U.S. plummeted during the Great Recession (c. 2007) and has failed to keep up with buyer demand since.

To keep up with demand and make up for our housing deficit, the

Department of Commerce estimates that Washington State needs 1.1 million more homes in the next 20 years. More than half need to be affordable for residents at the lowest income levels. That’s more than 50,000 new units of housing annually statewide.

By nearly every local metric we’re in a housing crisis:

• About a third of Anacortes households are considered

Recent Progress on Housing

Since 2016, the City of Anacortes has made substantial progress on policy supporting housing affordability and availability, even in the face of sharp economic headwinds. Following extensive public involvement, the 2016 Comprehensive Plan responded to strong public demand by adopting policies to:

• Promote a variety of residential densities and housing types in all price ranges to meet a range of housing needs and respond to changing needs and preferences [Policy H-1.2];

• Integrate smaller housing types, such as cottages, duplexes, townhouses, and accessory dwelling units, into residential neighborhoods [Policy H-1.3]; and

• Provide for development of multifamily housing in areas close to shopping, employment, services, and public transportation [Policy H-1.7].

The City followed its Comprehensive Plan update with adoption of a complete zoning code update in 2019, which enacted elements of the Comprehensive Plan including, importantly, creating new design standards for housing where none had previously existed. Those new design standards are intended to eliminate the unlimited discretion that existed in certain parts of the old code, and to ensure that new housing is compatible with existing neighborhoods. Now that we have those detailed design standards, the City recently streamlined the approval process for middle housing in the R3 zone by eliminating the requirement for conditional use permits. When allowed at all, all forms of housing are permitted by right in all residential zones.

The 2019 code update included design standards for accessory dwelling units, and the City recently eliminated the owneroccupancy requirement for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), implementing a state

“housing cost burdened,” meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing costs.

• About a third of senior households (44% of the city’s population) are housing cost burdened.

• Skagit County’s housing vacancy rate (a measure of fluidity in the housing market) has been near zero for many years— the lowest in the state.

law requiring cities to do so. Within six months after our 2025 Comprehensive Plan update, the City will also be required to increase the allowed size of an ADU from 900 to 1,000 square feet, and allow two ADUs per lot in residential zones.

Recognizing the negative effect the growing short-term rental market has had on housing supply, the 2019 code update also prohibited new short-term rentals in residential zones, and a City Council moratorium in 2023 prohibited new short-term rentals in residential buildings in commercial zones.

To reduce the cost of new housing, the City of Anacortes offers an 80% exemption from impact fees (80% is the limit under state law) and 100% exemption from utility connection fees for new income-limited housing that guarantees affordability to those making less than 80% of the area median income (AMI). No impact fees or connection fees are required for an ADU that shares the same utility connections.

Why Housing Matters

Nationally, 85% of Americans say the availability of affordable housing in their community is a problem. In a recent survey of about 1,000 Anacortes residents, 75% of renters indicated they want to become a homeowner but are concerned they won’t be able to buy a home in Anacortes. Nearly 35% of homeowners indicated they were concerned about their income not keeping up with the cost of their housing—a number that may be larger if those families needed to upsize or downsize in a market with few vacancies.

Why does housing matter?

Housing affects these major interests of Anacortes:

Quality of Life

Low vacancies prevent all generations and families from trading up or trading down their housing. Recent graduates looking for work seek housing they can afford at entry-level wages. Families make decisions on whether and where to raise children based on the availability and location of housing that fits their needs. The ability of seniors to have familial or hired caretakers relies on the availability and price of housing for themselves and healthcare workers.

Protecting Rural Landscapes

The lack of housing in the city puts pressure on the development of rural farms, forests, and resource lands outside of the city. This effect occurs at both a local and regional scale across Skagit County. Compact and taller housing helps Anacortes grow up instead of growing out.

Economic Development and Essential Workers

Local Anacortes businesses, industries, and essential services like policing, teaching, and healthcare depend on a stable workforce. Having housing choices affordable to most people earning local wages is critical to building a diverse economy and thriving community.

Traffic and Emissions

Without financial and practical options to live where they work, workers will mostly drive into Anacortes from elsewhere. This contributes to increased traffic congestion, safety risk, and carbon emissions. Transportation is the biggest contributor to carbon emissions in the state.

Avoiding Displacement

Higher housing costs make more people more vulnerable to losing their home, which affects their ability to hold down a job, graduate school, care for children, or contribute to community.

Yes for Housing!

In 2020, the City Council placed a 0.1% sales tax measure on the ballot to help support housing affordable for low-income families. The measure, which passed with 55% of the vote, raises about $600,000 per year and also garners the City an additional $83,310 annually in a tax rebate from the State of Washington.

State law allows the revenue from this tax to fund housing for people whose income is at or below 60% of the area median income. For Anacortes, 60% of the median family income as calculated by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development was $57,720 in 2023. To be considered affordable, a family making that income needs to find housing for rent for less than $1400 per month—housing that’s in short supply in Anacortes.

The City Council crafted the measure to deliver three projects owned by the Anacortes Family Center and the Anacortes Housing Authority. Anacortes commits 100% of the housing tax revenue to the three projects. Two of those projects are now complete and serving Anacortes families; the third is nearing the start of construction. Anacortes should be proud that the three projects we were promised are being delivered!

Birch Tree Village is a set of five two-bedroom townhouses on 19th Street, owned and operated by the Anacortes Housing Authority, that opened its doors in December 2022.

The Landing Apartments is a 21unit apartment building on 26th Street owned and operated by the Anacortes Family Center completed in August 2023. Importantly, it also includes a childcare center operated by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Skagit County.

The Olson Building at the northwest corner of 3rd and Commercial Avenue is a historic and treasured part of Anacortes’s downtown. The Port

acquired this building in 2014 as part of its purchase of the Demopoulos block, and gave the building to the Anacortes Housing Authority (the “AHA”) in 2019. The AHA has continued to lease out the commercial spaces in the building until recently, as it gears up for renovation. The Yes for Housing ballot measure promised historic preservation, and the AHA is delivering—their plan is to retain the street-facing historic brick façade (with all its detail) while completely reconstructing the interior and adding a new third story. The resulting building will be built to current code and feature 18 dwelling units—a mix of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments—while retaining the commercial spaces at street level. The AHA is currently working with the Port to resolve issues related to the building attached to the north and with the Planning Department to permit the renovation. It expects to begin construction later this year.

Together, these three projects are delivering housing for 44 Anacortes families, thanks to Anacortes voters, generous donors, and committed volunteers. That’s small compared to the need, but it’s a critical demonstration of the potency of local leadership. The other three Skagit cities, as well as Skagit County itself, have followed suit in enacting their own affordable housing sales taxes as we all work to solve the local, regional, and national housing crisis.

The Proposed Port-City Event Facility

For many years, our community has enjoyed the Port’s Transit Shed event center, especially its rustic charm, downtown accessibility, and waterfront location.

Now that the Port of Anacortes has returned the Transit Shed to a maritime industrial use, public events and festivals have needed to find alternative venues— mostly outside our downtown or even the city limits.

In February, Councilmembers Christine Cleland-McGrath, Bruce McDougall, and Ryan Walters made a proposal for a new approach to funding and operating an events center for the Anacortes community. That proposal has been enthusiastically embraced by both Port and City elected officials.

The objective and vision of the proposal is to provide a permanent event space for both large touristoriented and community-based events that can host events long into the future and takes advantage of Anacortes’s distinct characteristics.

The shared understanding of the community need is for an event venue that is suitable for:

1. large-scale events (e.g., Bier on the Pier, Uncorked, Boat & Yacht Show) that bring in tourists;

2. community events hosted by local non-profits which are critical to the vitality of our community; and

3. weddings and other private events, which have continuing demand and bring in rental revenue and overnight tourists and support local vendors and merchants.

This likely translates to a facility that meets the following criteria:

1. Oriented to take advantage of the distinct attributes of Anacortes (e.g., its waterfront).

2. Centrally located to support our downtown core.

3. Capable of seating for 400 people at 8-person round tables plus room for auxiliary uses, e.g., a dance floor, buffet table, beverage station, gift table, and stage.

4. A green room with separate bathroom.

5. A warming kitchen for outside caterers (sink, worktables, refrigeration, exterior access).

6. Enclosed storage for tables, chairs, etc.

7. Patron restrooms.

8. Capacity for overflow/ outside seating.

The proposed location for such an event center is at the corner of 9th Street and R Ave, south of the current dog park property, within the Port’s planned west basin redevelopment. See Development Area C, in the image on the previous page.

The proposed construction would be a simple but durable building with a marine/industrial aesthetic to attempt to capture some of the rustic charm that embodied the Transit Shed.

The proposal would split the costs of the facility between the Port and the City, with the Port providing the land and the City providing construction funding from lodging tax funds (which are restricted by state law for uses like this). The City would operate the facility through an agreement with the Port, who would own and manage it day-to-day. The City would not use a tax increase or general revenue source (e.g., property, sales, or utility taxes) to fund the construction.

The City and Port continue to collaborate on the concept, and met in a joint Council/Commission meeting on March 25 to approve an agreement to perform conceptual (15%) design of the event facility.

After that stage is complete, the City and Port will negotiate a future agreement for construction,

operation, and management. While there are many details yet to be worked out, City and Port officials are bullish on its chance of success. We look forward to welcoming public events back to downtown Anacortes in the near future!

Lodging Tax & the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The City of Anacortes collects a 4% tax on lodging—by hotels, motels, (pre-existing) short-term rentals, and other transient lodging.

Under state law, that revenue can be spent only on tourism marketing, special events designed to attract tourists, and the operations and capital expenditures of tourism-related facilities. The City’s goals for the use of lodging tax revenue are to attract visitors to Anacortes, both for overnight stays and day trips. Tourist visits to our shopping, restaurants, art galleries and other activities help ensure the economic vitality of these enterprises and the liveliness of Anacortes.

State law and local code requires the city to have a local Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (“LTAC”), composed of equal numbers of collectors of the tax and persons engaged in activities eligible to be funded by the tax. LTAC considers applications for use of lodging tax revenue and makes recommendations to the City Council.

The City Council recently appointed the following members of LTAC for 2024:

• Mark Lione (Cap Sante Inn)

• Travis Sherman (Majestic Inn and Spa)

• Jessica Ferguson (The Nantucket Inn)

• Sommer Carter

• Anastasia Brencick

• Lynne Jordan

For 2023-2024, City Councilmember Ryan Walters serves as LTAC chair.

While LTAC does not meet on a regular schedule, all meetings of LTAC are noticed and subject to the Open Public Meetings Act, so anyone can attend. In the fall, LTAC will make recommendations to the City Council on funding applications for special events and other uses, with the expectation of City Council approval prior to the end of the year. Any lodging

tax funding award is authorized by a contract that will include detailed and mandatory reporting requirements on how many tourists were actually attracted to Anacortes.

The total amount of lodging tax revenue the City receives annually is about $650,000, which has been steadily increasing year after year. Since 2016, the City has had a policy of saving 25% of annual revenues for a future capital project. If the proposed City-Port event facility moves forward, the City will spend down lodging tax reserves and less money will be available annually for support of events. But we also expect a new event center, as well as new hotels that are already on the horizon, will generate greater lodging tax revenue in the years ahead.

For more information:

anacorteswa.gov/558

Wastewater Treatment Plant

Wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) are vital but often overlooked protectors of public health, the environment, and economic stability. Here’s why:

1. Public Health Protection: A WWTP removes harmful pollutants and pathogens from sewage, preventing the spread of waterborne diseases and safeguarding the well-being of residents. By ensuring the continuous treatment of sewage and the safe disposal of effluent, the plant helps maintain essential services and minimizes the risk of waterborne illnesses.

2. Environmental Conservation:

Our city is nestled amidst natural landscapes with ecosystems that rely on clean water for survival. A WWTP helps preserve the environmental integrity of these fragile ecosystems by removing pollutants and preventing contamination of water bodies.

on the availability of safe water for their operations. By providing a reliable supply of treated water, the plant fosters economic stability and growth within the community.

3. Economic Stability: A WWTP is essential for supporting economic activities in our city. Industries rely on clean water for manufacturing processes, while businesses depend

In essence, we must invest in, maintain, and support wastewater treatment plants to ensure they sustain their vital role in serving our communities for generations.

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SeeClickFix (aka CivicPlus 311 CRM) allows you to send pictures, locations, descriptions, and more valuable information directly to our City crews to get the job done efficiently. Not only can you report a problem or request service, but you can choose to get automatic updates on the status of your report or request every step of the way!

Did you know that the City of Anacortes has an online, interactive map database?

You can search our Anacortes and Fidalgo Island Bike-Ped Network, the ACFL trails, find sidewalk ADA ramps, even find a cemetery plot at Grandview Cemetery. The options and layers are limitless!

*Pro Tip: try our measurement tool to measure anywhere on the map! From lot sizes to trail lengths!

Anacortes PD is Getting Ready for Summer Preventing Wildland Fires in the ACFL

As we approach warmer weather, event planning is in full swing at the City of Anacortes, and that means we’re marking our calendars here at the Anacortes Police Department.

Before that, however, was a decidedly colder affair! Officer Wilson spearheads the Skagit County Dash and Splash Polar Plunge and 5K Fun Run/Walk each year, and participants once again braved the cold air and chilly water for a good cause.

Easter came early in 2024, meaning the Friday Egg Dash did as well, and APD officers and Auxiliary Patrol members were there to keep egg-hunters of all ages safe.

After that, it was Earth Day with the Downtown Anacortes Alliance, where our officers and Auxiliary Patrol members help keep people where they’re supposed to be during the April festivities.

Summertime is when it really ramps up here in town, with Bark in the Park set to bring all kinds of dogs to Storvik Park June 15. Officer Nybo helps lead this event, and she loves meeting the dogs of Anacortes all day long at Bark in the Park. This also coincides with one of Officer Nybo’s two annual pet food and supply drives; keep an eye on our social media for more information on these!

The Fourth of July parade is a major event for APD officers and Auxiliary Patrol members alike, as

we make sure the giant crowds of people are kept safe for the duration of this storied Anacortes tradition.

Kids-R-Best Fest takes us farther into July, and it’s the perfect opportunity to score some APD swag while interacting with a variety of community-minded organizations. Our very own National Night Out happens at the beginning of August right before kids go back to school, and it’s a great chance for us to celebrate our work with our many varied community partners.

The APD’s participation in Anacortes events continues yearround, and it includes the worldfamous Anacortes Arts Festival and its surrounding events, the city’s festive holiday events, and more. We are overjoyed to lend a hand with these events, and they speak to what makes Anacortes an ideal place to live and work. The sense of community is evident at all of them, and the work of city stakeholders and the greater community makes our participation in them an obvious choice year in and year out. We look forward to saying hello and handing out badge stickers this summer!

Brent Lindquist Community Service Officer Anacortes Police Department

There is much to love about Anacortes and our forestlands, however, it is also important to be informed on the risks of wildland fires and what you can do to better prepare your home.

The City of Anacortes utilizes concepts from the Fire Wise program to help educate our residents on how to better prepare their homes in case of a wildland fire. This program states that; “There are three ways your home can be exposed to wildfire: direct flames from a wildfire or burning neighboring home; radiant heat from nearby burning plants or structures; and flying embers.” Flying embers from a wildfire can destroy homes up to a mile away and are responsible for the destruction of most homes during a wildfire. To decrease the risks of your home being exposed to a wildland fire is to have a proper defensible space between your home and the surrounding vegetation. This space should be up to 100 feet, but for homes close to our forestlands, this may not be attainable. Many homes can increase their home’s fire resistance by simply removing dead or dying grass, shrubs, leaves, and branches from around their home and gutters. Some other ways would be to relocate firewood away from the home, trimming trees and having

proper spacing between vegetation. Creating this defensible space can significantly decrease the risk of ignition and improve the chances of defending their property in the event of a wildfire.

There are different rules that may pertain to the Anacortes City Forest Lands, Parks, wetlands, HOAs or other critical and protected areas. Please contact the City of Anacortes Planning Department for guidance prior to implementing any vegetation trimming or removal at 360-293-1984

In addition to proactive measures, timely and efficient wildfire response is critical for mitigating the impact of fires in the Wildland Urban Interface. Your Anacortes Fire Department has been working hard to train and equip our firefighters with the tools necessary to protect our homes and forests.

Over the past year we have deployed a new Type 5 Wildland fire engine and equipped a Utility Task Vehical (UTV) to reach deeper and faster into the forests to extinguish small fires before they can become a threat. We also continue to contract with the Washington Department of Natural Resources so that their resources are available to us should the need arise.

On a related note, we want you to be safe when out enjoying the forests on our trail system. It is important to have a phone with you so that you can access 911 if you have an emergency or come across someone else who is. Another important item to carry is water. Even with our cooler temperatures, it is easy to become dehydrated when exerting yourself on the trails. A first aid kit may also come in handy to help yourself or others until EMS arrives.

Enjoy our forests and trails and know that the Anacortes Fire Department is always here for you.

Lt. Ryan Frazier Anacortes Fire Department

Additional information can be found at:

nfpa.org/education-and-research/ wildfire/firewise-usa

City’s Commitment to Data Protection: A Year in Review

In a world increasingly driven by technology and digital connectivity, safeguarding personal data has become paramount.

While people often focus on protecting their information from external threats such as hackers and identity thieves, they often overlook the data that gets shared and circulated through contractual relationships with tech companies. This data sharing, though seemingly benign, raises concerns about the privacy, security, and control of personal information.

Welcome Kendall Moyle, HR Director

Robust data protection terms in municipal contracts are critical in safeguarding citizen data. They help ensure that personal information is collected, processed, and stored appropriately, minimizing the risk of data breaches, unauthorized access, or misuse. These terms mandate compliance with data protection regulations, require secure data handling practices, and establish clear protocols for data retention and disposal. By implementing strong data protection terms, municipalities can protect citizen privacy, build trust, and avoid potential legal liabilities associated with data mishandling. Additionally, these terms encourage responsible data collection and processing, ultimately enhancing the quality of services provided to citizens.

In 2023, the City of Anacortes Legal Department initiated a comprehensive review of their data protection protocols within software and cloud service contracts, demonstrating a proactive commitment to enhancing data security. This initiative, led by the Contracts team, has culminated in significant improvements to data protection provisions in recently negotiated contracts. Within specific software contracts, the City has successfully negotiated a clause that explicitly prohibits third-party sharing and usage of City data, even in aggregate form. This provision effectively prevents software companies from selling or sharing City and citizen

data with other companies, thus mitigating the risk of predatory data usage. Additionally, the City has enhanced its data inventory and classification processes, negotiated more robust data retention policies for protection against data breaches, and reinforced compliance measures for personal and individual health information. While there may not be a quantifiable method to validate this, the City is confident that its comprehensive approach to data protection is among the strongest in Washington State.

As we move forward, the City will continue to prioritize the protection of citizen data. We will seek to strengthen data protection provisions, ensuring that our contracts adequately address emerging data risks. We are committed to continuous improvement and will strive to enhance our data protection measures to adapt to the evolving digital landscape. We look forward to achieving even greater gains in data protection in the years to come.

Please join us in welcoming Kendall Allen Moyle as our new Human Resources & Labor Relations Director.

Kendall Moyle, a native of Anacortes, has deep connections within the community. Following in her parents’ footsteps, she completed her education at Anacortes High School, subsequently earning a degree in Business Administration from Washington State University, majoring in Management Operations and Finance, with a minor in Human Resources.

Kendall and her husband, David, are proud parents of two sons, Camden, 9, and Cale, 7. During her free time, Kendall enjoys a good cup of coffee, reading, walking her two golden retrievers, and enthusiastically

cheering on her boys throughout their many sports endeavors.

With more than a decade of experience in Human Resources, Kendall previously held the role of Human Resources Manager at Island Health in Anacortes, overseeing HR functions and leading a team of six. Prior to that, she served as the Human Resources Director for Skagit Radiology.

Kendall is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) by both HRCI and the Society of Human Resources Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) by SHRM.

EXPLORE – Employment with the City of Anacortes

The Human Resources department supports and encourages employment practices that allow our employees to best serve the Anacortes community. We recruit, retain, and motivate highcaliber employees who help to shape the future of our community. Our goal

is to instill confidence in our ability to pursue business strategies that support both the City and our employees.

Applicants are encouraged to review the employment opportunities page for current postings:

Dive In and See What the Pool Has to Offer

Fidalgo Pool & Fitness Center (FPFC) has been an integral part of the Fidalgo Island community since it opened in 1975.

FPFC offers a wide range of programming from group and private swim lessons, land and aquatic group fitness classes, a fitness center for individual workouts, lap swimming and other pool exercise, recreational swimming, and competitive swimming for youth and adults. Recently we have increased our American Red Cross class offerings, including babysitting certification and community CPR/First Aid classes.

The pool at FPFC is multi-use. Drop in during public swim times and you might see lap swimmers next to water walkers and aquatic physical therapy clients, an instructor teaching a group swim or aquatic fitness class, families playing in the water, or scuba instructors training new divers. Weekends include Recreational Swim when we bring out the toys, turn on the water slide, and swing into the dive tank from the ball buoy. Active-duty and Reserve military members, as well as active-duty dependents can use the pool during public hours at no cost to them through an agreement with Navy Region Northwest. The pool can be rented for parties or to kayak groups and SCUBA instructors for training.

The gym is small but well-equipped with a variety of free weights, cardio and cable machines, an Olympic

rack, spin bike and more. If you like working out with friends, register for one of our group fitness classes led by certified instructors. Formats include aqua fitness, strength & conditioning, TRX, spin, barre and dance fitness, Pilates, and yoga.

FPFC has agreements with several insurance-based fitness benefit plans including Silver Sneakers, Prime (Fitness Your Way, Healthy Your Way, etc., Medicare eligible only), Silver & Fit, Active & Fit, Renew Active, and Peerfit by Fiton. These benefits cover some or all the cost of using our facility. Most of these benefits are for those who are Medicare eligible. However,

both Active & Fit and Peerfit by Fiton cover anyone eligible for their program who is 18 years of age or older. Find out if you have one of these programs by contacting your insurance company’s customer service department. To activate your benefit at FPFC, bring us your Fitness ID number or Confirmation Code for verification. You may also need to go to your fitness benefit program’s website to select FPFC as your fitness center.

FPFC’s Swim School offers group and private swim lessons year-round. Infants (starting at 6 months) to adult learners from throughout the region and are taught by American

Red Cross-certified Water Safety Instructors focusing on water safety and water competency. Group lesson scholarships are available to youth whose families reside or are registered in the Anacortes School district and who qualify for free or reduced lunch. Through an agreement with Anacortes School District, FPFC provides a session of six 30-minute swim lessons to every 3rd grader and elementary Life Skills student in the district.

The pool is host to several swim teams including the USA Swimming Age-group Thunderbird Aquatic Club, Thunderbird Aquatic Club Masters, Anacortes High School

Swim & Dive, and Fidalgo Flippers Special Olympics swim team. FPFC hosts swim meets throughout the year, including Pacific NW Swimming and US Masters sanctioned meets, high school dual meets, district dive and the NWIAA 2A district championships.

All pool, gym and group fitness sessions are by advance registration on our scheduling portal. Navigate to fidalgopool.com then Login for Scheduling to login or set up your account, if you don’t have one, and reserve your next pool or land fitness session.

May 18, 2024

Community Dance

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Rhythym Studio

Senior Center Unconventional Runway Show

@ Swinomish Casino & Lodge

Sponsor: Anacortes Senior Center Foundation

May 25, 2024

Dance

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Manieri Jazz

Jun 1 - 2, 2024

Waterfront Festival

@ Cap Sante Marina

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Community Calendar

May - December 2024

* Events listed are a mix of City of Anacortes-sponsored events and community-sponsored events being provided as a convenience, please contact sponsor with questions/comments.

Majestic Glass Corvette/ Car Show

@ Cap Sante Marina

Sponsor: The Majestic Glass Club

Jun 7, 2024

CSHS Graduation

@ Brodniak Hall

Sponsor: Anacortes School District

Jun 8, 2024

Anacortes Seahawks Middle

School Sailing Regatta

@ Seafarers Park

Sponsor: Anacortes

Waterfront Alliance

Kids Fishing Event

@ Heart Lake

Sponsor: Anacortes Parks & Recreation

Jun 9, 2024

Second Sunday Jazz

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: Second Sunday Jazz

Jun 11, 2024

Senior Car Parade

@ Downtown Commercial Ave

Sponsor: Anacortes School District

Jun 12, 2024

Anacortes High School

Graduation

@ AHS Stadium

Sponsor: Anacortes School District

Jun 15, 2024

Bark in the Park

@ Storvik Park

Sponsor: Skagit Humane Society

Jun 22, 2024

Pride Parade

@ Special Event - Street Fair

Sponsor: Anacortes Pride

Jun 24 - 28, 2024

RaceWeek Anacortes

@ Cap Sante Marina

Sponsor: Raceweek PNW

Jun 29, 2024

Whale of a Sale

@ Downtown - No Street Closure

Sponsor: Downtown

Anacortes Alliance

Community Dance

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Rhythym Studio

Jul 4, 2024

4th of July Parade

& Town Photo

@ Special Event - Street Fair

Sponsor: Anacortes Parks & Recreation

4th of July Fireworks Show

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Anacortes Parks & Recreation

Rock the Dock

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Jul 6, 2024

Heart of Anacortes

Summer Concert Series

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: How it Works

Sip and Sea

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Anacortes

Waterfront Alliance

Jul 10, 2024

Summer Concert Series

- Wednesdays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Jul 12, 2024

Summer Concert Series - Fridays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Jul 12 - 13, 2024

Ragnar Relay Race NW Passage

@ Designated Running Path

Sponsor: Run Ragnar

Jul 13, 2024

Heart of Anacortes

Summer Concert Series

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: How it Works

Kids R Best

@ Storvik Park

Sponsor: Anacortes Parks & Recreation

Jul 14, 2024

Second Sunday Jazz

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: Second Sunday Jazz

Jul 17, 2024

Summer Concert Series

- Wednesdays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Jul 19, 2024

Summer Concert

Series - Fridays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Jul 20, 2024

Heart of Anacortes

Summer Concert Series

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: How it Works

Community Dance

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Rhythym Studio

Shipwreck Day

@ Special Event - Street Fair

Sponsor: Fidalgo Island Rotary

Jul 24, 2024

Summer Concert Series

- Wednesdays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Jul 26, 2024

Summer Concert

Series - Fridays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Jul 27, 2024

Fine Art Opening

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Anacortes Arts Festival

Pirate Fun Run (prev. Art Dash)

@ Rotary Park at Cap

Sante Marina

Sponsor: Anacortes Arts Festival

Heart of Anacortes

Summer Concert Series

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: How it Works

Jul 31, 2024

Summer Concert Series

- Wednesdays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Aug 2 - 4, 2024

Anacortes Arts Festival

@ Special Event - Street Fair

Sponsor: Anacortes Arts Festival

Aug 9, 2024

Summer Concert Series - Fridays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Aug 10, 2024

Heart of Anacortes

Summer Concert Series

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: How it Works

Aug 11, 2024

Community Dance

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Rhythym Studio

Second Sunday Jazz

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: Second Sunday Jazz

Aug 16, 2024

Summer Concert

Series - Fridays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Aug 17, 2024

Heart of Anacortes

Summer Concert Series

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: How it Works

Aug 17, 2024

Ready to Learn Fair

@ Anacortes High

School Commons

Sponsor: Anacortes

Schools Foundation

Aug 18, 2024

Gut Run Car Show

@ Downtown - No Street Closure

Sponsor: Sheryl Kelley

Aug 23, 2024

Summer Concert

Series - Fridays

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Port of Anacortes

Fidalgo Bay Day

@ Fidalgo Bay RV Resort

Sponsor: Skagit MRC

Free Movie Night Kingsway

@ Culdesac locted near 5408

Kingsway Skyline nieghborhood

Sponsor: David Schmelke

Heart of Anacortes

Summer Concert Series

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: How it Works

Aug 25, 2024

Open Streets Festival

@ Special Event - Street Fair

Sponsor: Anacortes Bike

and Pedestrian Advocacy Committee (ABPAC)

Aug 31, 2024

Heart of Anacortes

Summer Concert Series

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: How it Works

Sep 7, 2024

AMPFest

@ Seafarer’s Park

Sponsor: Anacortes Music

Project (AMP)

Sep 8, 2024

Second Sunday Jazz

@ Heart of Anacortes

Sponsor: Second Sunday Jazz

Sep 14 - 15, 2024

98221 Studio Tour

@ All over Fidalgo Island

Sponsor: 98221 Studio Artists Tour

Sep 21, 2024

Anacortes Half Marathon & 5K

@ Swinomish Casino & Lodge

Sponsor: What the Heck Running Co

Sep 22, 2024

Oyster Run

@ Special Event - Street Fair

Sponsor: Oyster Run

Sep 28, 2024

Community Dance

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Rhythym Studio

ACFL Friends of the Forest Benefit Auction

@ Wisteria Gardens

Sponsor: ACFL

Oct 4 - 5, 2024

Bier on the Pier

@ South of the Depot

Sponsor: Chamber of Commerce

Oct 5, 2024

Anacortes Seahawks Middle

School Sailing: Regatta

@ Seafarers Park

Sponsor: Anacortes

Waterfront Alliance

Oct 12, 2024

Community Dance

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Rhythym Studio

Wag-O-Ween

@ Seafarers Park

Sponsor: The NOAH Center

Oct 26, 2024

Rotary at the Ranch Annual Community Benefit Dinner

@ Wisteria Gardens

Sponsor: Anacortes Noon Rotary

Haunted Forest

@ Washington Park

Sponsor: Anacortes Parks & Recreation

Oct 31, 2024

Halloween Trick or Treat

@ Downtown - Street Fair

Sponsor: Chamber of Commerce

Nov 2, 2024

Makers Market

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Creative Ave NW

Nov 2 - 3, 2024

Anacortes Seahawks High

School Sailing: NWISA Regatta

@ Seafarers Park

Sponsor: Anacortes Waterfront Alliance

Nov 7 - 10, 2024

Nutcracker Holiday Craft Show

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Nutcracker Holiday Gift Show

Nov 10, 2024

Veterans Day Parade

@ Downtown - Parade

Nov 15 - 16, 2024

Farmers Holiday Market

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Anacortes Farmer’s Market

Nov 23, 2024

Elves Night Out

@ Downtown - No Street Closure

Sponsor: Downtown Anacortes Alliance

Nov 28, 2024

Turkey Trot 5K Run

@ Seafarers to Tommy

Thompson Trail

Sponsor: Anacortes Christian School

Dec 6, 2024

Coastal Christmas Tree Lighting

@ Special Event - Street Fair

Sponsor: Anacortes

Chamber of Commerce

Dec 7, 2024

Celebrate the Season

Holiday Fair

@ Skyline Beach Club

Sponsor: Anacortes Schools Foundation

Lions Club Walk with Santa Holiday Parade

@ Special Event - Street Fair

Sponsor: Lions Club

Santa Run (marathon)

@ Cap Sante Marina

Sponsor: What the Heck Running Co.

Lighted Boat Parade

@ Cap Sante Marina

Sponsor: Chamber of Commerce

Dec 13 - 14, 2024

Wonderland Walk

@ Washington Park

Sponsor: Anacortes Parks & Recreation

Dec 15, 2024

Community Dance

@ The Depot

Sponsor: Rhythym Studio

Dec 21, 2024

Rockin’ Yule Ball

@ Art Center at Buxton’s

Sponsor: Anacortes Music

Project (AMP)

For more information on this historic Anacortes photo: anacortes.catalogaccess. com/photos/14793

Do you know a senior struggling to pay the bills? A family with young children who just got a steep rent increase and now can’t afford diapers or food? A parent wanting to get a better education or a better paying job? Community Action’s Anacortes Resource Center is here to help!

Resource Center Now Open

Resource navigation provided includes coaching on options and resources, help setting goals, and application assistance for programs and services with many nonprofits and government agencies including:

• Food and nutrition resources, senior food boxes, signing up for Basic Food, and help finding food banks and meal programs.

• On-site enrollment in WIC (Women, Infant & Children Program), nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.

• 211’s Coordinated Entry for homeless services, help navigating housing programs, and connection to homeless outreach.

Located at 819 Commercial Ave. Suite C, the Resource Center is open Mon.-Fri., 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., or can be accessed by calling 360-7074030 or emailing Anacortes@ CommunityActionSkagit.org

“Our team of caring staff and volunteers is here to walk alongside people of all ages and backgrounds as they navigate complicated community services,” said Sandi Phinney, Anacortes resident and Community Action’s Chief Strategy Officer. Community Action operates Resource Centers in Mount Vernon and Concrete, as well as Skagit Vets Connect in Burlington.

• Screening for Care Coordination, wrap-around case management and support.

• Options for GED completion and English language classes.

• Job coaching, employment experience, benefits planning, and financial education.

Community Action opened the center in partnership with the City of Anacortes, the Anacortes Family Center, and many other local partners. “The Anacortes Resource Center has been able to coordinate services with other Anacortes agencies when there have been gaps in eligibility or resources necessary for particular clients,” Phinney said.

“Together, we can do more for our neighbors than we can on our own.”

• Special services for low-income seniors to live independently at home, such as running errands and light housekeeping and yardwork.

For more information on how to volunteer or get involved: VolunteerCenter@ CommunityActionSkagit.org

Coordinated Entry Services

What is 211? A free confidential community service and your one-stop connection to the local services you need, from utility assistance, food, housing, health, child care, after school programs, elder care, crisis intervention and much more. 211 is always ready to assist you in finding the help you need.

Dial the threedigit number 211 on your phone or find help here.

If you are outside of Washington or have a problem dialing the number 211, please dial 1-877-211-9274

A Busy Spring and Summer Full of Fun!

Friends of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands has been protecting the forest and serving the community for over 30 years.

From the beginning, education and community-building have been the cornerstone of our stewardship strategy, with the belief that to be a good steward of the forest, you need to be connected to it, and to connect to it, you need to experience it. Our program offerings aim to do just that!

Join us at any of our upcoming events and programs, which can all be found on our website: friendsoftheacfl.org

Youth Forest Education

Forest Discovery Camp - Summer is almost here, and that means kids will be hitting the trails in the

ACFL during our Forest Discovery Summer Camp! Throughout the summer you’ll see our campers doing bug hunts, getting to know our plants, making art, playing games, and enjoying the ACFL together.

After School in ACFL

Throughout the school year, our afterschool program offers an opportunity for students to spend their early release Wednesdays exploring the ACFL with friends from across the district.

Our spring 8-week session is currently up and running, but you can look for sign ups in August for our fall sessions.

Our programs are always free To learn more, you can go directly to our Youth Education page at: friendsoftheacfl.org/ youth-education-programs

Trail Stewardship Trail Work Parties

Along with Anacortes Parks and Recreation, we offer quarterly work parties to give our community the opportunity to get their hands dirty and give back to the forest lands by pulling invasive plants, building bridges, and re-grading trails.

Become a Volunteer Trail Ambassador

Every summer, a group of trained volunteers are posted at busy ACFL trailheads on weekends, educating guests about the forest and providing them with maps, doggie bags, and resources to recreate safely and resourcefully on the trails.

To learn more and sign up for the volunteer e-newsletter, you can go directly to our volunteer page at: friendsoftheacfl.org/volunteer

Community Programs

Community Hikes - Enrich your forest experience by learning about local plants and animals and their

relationships with each other and the land. We offer regular hikes on both weekdays and weekends, and mornings and evenings in order to accommodate a wide range of schedules.

Citizen Science

Help us tell the scientificallyinformed story of the ACFL! We meet monthly to monitor the health of the wetlands in the Little Cranberry Lake corridor, through chemical water quality tests and by examining our local aquatic insect populations.

Community programs are always free and open to the public To RSVP for our next program, visit: friendsoftheacfl. org/upcoming-events

Annual Fall Benefit Auction

New date and location! Friends of the ACFL’s fall fundraiser will be at Wisteria Gardens on September 28, 2024. New location, same FUN event! Enjoy our silent and live auction and celebrate the community and work of Friends of the Forest. Mark your calendars; we hope to see you there!

friendsoftheacfl.org

ADULTS

LIBRARY HOURS

Weekdays 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturdays 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Contact 360-293-1910 library@cityofanacortes.org

CLOSURES

May 27 - Memorial Day

June 19 - Juneteenth

July 4 - Independence Day

Aug 31 - Sept 2 - Labor Day

SERVICES

Tech Assistance

Monday - Friday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

FriendShop Hours

Mon, Tues, Fri, & Sat 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

ADULT PROGRAMS

APRIL

Woman, Captain, Rebel

Wed, April 17 - 6:00 pm

Join us for a reading and book signing with Margaret Willson, author of Woman, Captain, Rebel: The Extraordinary True Story of a Daring Icelandic Sea Captain This event is co-hosted by Watermark Books.

Grown-Up Gaming

Sat, April 20 - 2:00 pm

Grown-ups, get your game on! We’ll have games and puzzles that are both classic and modern set up in the meeting room for drop-in play. This event is for adults 18 and older.

Quarterly Q&A: Your Tech Questions

Answered

Wed, April 24 - 6:00 pm

Join us at this new quarterly program with our Library Technology Assistants. We’ll help with frequently asked tech questions and empower you to navigate the digital world.

MAY

Chat with the Mayor

Tue, May 7 - 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Fireside Lounge Upstairs

Drop in for an informal chat with Mayor Matt Miller at the library.

For library updates, news, upcoming programs and more, see the library website or sign up for our eNewsletter.

Go and Do Likewise

Wed, May 8 - 6:00 pm

Join us for a conversation with author of Go and Do Likewise, Reverend Terry Kyllo. In his latest book, Kyllo tells the story of his journey out of white Christian Supremacy. This event is co-hosted by Watermark Books.

Avoiding Common Scams

Wed, May 15 - 6:00 pm

Learn how to recognize and handle the most commonly used scams with special guest, Anacortes Police CSO Brent Lindquist. Officer Lindquist will share tips on spotting scams, how to avoid them, and what to do if you find yourself targeted by a scammer.

Stomp & Shout: The Untold Story of Northwest Rock & Roll

Wed, May 22 - SPECIAL TIME 5:00 pm

Northwest Rock & Roll’s rich history spans from the iconic grunge era to earlier heavy metal dominance. Delve deeper with author Peter Blecha to uncover lesser-known bands that shaped the region’s music scene and the birth of the “Original Northwest Sound.”

JUNE

Repair Clinic

Sat, June 15 - 12:00 - 4:00 pm

Bring in your broken treasures and the Transition Fidalgo volunteer repair team will evaluate and fix your item, if possible. Example repairs: appliances, tools, shop tools, sewing machines, clothing, and more. Transition Fidalgo is a local non-profit organization working to promote a more sustainable and resilient community.

ADULTS CONTINUED

MANIERI JAZZ AT THE LIBRARY

Jazz Lecture Series

Select Thursdays in April, May, and September - 7:00 pm

Join us once a month for a free lecture about jazz history.

Second Sunday Jazz

Second Sundays - 2:00 pm

May 12 - Library Community Meeting Room.

June 9 & July 14 - The Heart of Anacortes

Enjoy live music from local musicians every second Sunday April - July.

Jazz Stage at the Arts Festival

August 2 - 4

Manieri presents a weekend of jazz at the Anacortes Arts Festival. For information on all upcoming jazz events, visit jazzatthelibrary.com.

MARITIME SPEAKER SERIES

Sat, Apr 13 - 2:00 pm

Phyllis Woolwine - Hear from a captain’s experiences on the Salish Sea.

Sat, May 11 - 2:00 pm

David Knudsen - Learn about building a viking ship. Maritime programs will be on summer hiatus after May. Look for the return of Maritime in the fall.

DONATIONS UPDATE

Due to the recent increase in donations, we have adjusted our donation acceptance policies.

We welcome donations of recently published items that are in good condition.

Magazines and small donations (fewer than 5 items) can be left on the donation cart inside the Library.

Please bring donations of more than 5 items to a staff member at the desk or Library back door. We will only accept up to one box at a time, subject to staff review. Thank you to our generous community for your understanding and continued support of our Library FriendShop.

SUMMER OF ADVENTURE

Enjoy summer reading & programs with the Library!

Meet your summer reading goal to get a free book & attend great programs just for you to earn extra entries for the summer reading grand prize.

Summer Scavenger Hunt

July 8 - August 31

Explore Anacortes on an adventurous scavenger hunt through local businesses, landmarks, parks & more!

Be on the lookout for these fun programs:

» “Mystery Match” Scavenger Hunt

» Nature Journaling

» Gloomhaven Gaming Series for ages 16+

» Tell Your Story: Collage Workshop

» Library Trivia Night: Around the World

» Tour Your Library Day

» Choose Your Own Forest Adventure with Friends of the Anacortes Forest Lands

Details & registration can be found on our Library website: library.cityofanacortes.org.

CHILDRENS PROGRAMS

LEGO in the Library

MONDAYS

3:30 - 5:30 PM

Come create your own LEGO masterpiece! We provide the bricks, you provide the creativity. Please leave your own LEGO bricks at home.

Maker Time: STEAM Challenges

THURSDAYS

4:00 PM

Drop your 8 - 12 year old off each week for a fun STEAM challenge to work on as a team. Register online for our April and May sessions of Maker Time. Each month we will tackle a different theme such as robots, building, flight, and chemistry.

Family Storytime

FRIDAYS

10:00 AM & 10:45 AM

Join us Friday mornings for stories, songs, bubbles, and fun while exploring new books as well as old favorites. For ages birth - 5, siblings welcome.

Saturday Stories

SATURDAYS

2:00 PM

Read and make some music together at this new storytime for families with kids of all ages.

Pajama Storytime

SECOND THURSDAYS

5:00 PM

Snuggle up in your pajamas for bedtime stories. We’ll read books and get cozy. All ages welcome. Pajamas encouraged but not required.

FAMILY PLACE LIBRARY PLAY & LEARN SERIES

TEENS

High School Creative Writing

Wednesdays - 2:00 pm

Anacortes Public Library is the only Family Place Library in Washington state. Part of this involves our early learning play space that is available to families with young children to play, share books, and spend time together any time the library is open. The library also hosts a Play & Learn Series twice a year. This informal program for toddlers and their caregivers allows families to explore and learn, meet other families, and talk one-on-one with child development and early literacy specialists. This free program is for children 2 to 3 years old and their caregivers. Our spring series will be Mondays from April 29th - May 20 at 10 - 11:30 am in the Community Meeting Room. Registration will open on April 15th and is required.

SKAGIT KIDS READS WEEK

We are excited to be participating in Skagit Kids Reads Week May 5 - 11. The Children’s Museum of Skagit County and libraries across Skagit County, including the Anacortes Library will host reading/concert events with Grammy and Emmy award winning artist Lucky Diaz. Lucky Diaz and his Jam Band have been called the “The Rolling Stones of Kids Music” and “Better than a four leaf clover.” Lucky Diaz will perform in Anacortes Saturday, May 11.

If you’re a 9th - 12th grader, come share ideas and get feedback at this creative writing workshop.

THE LIBRARY IS HERE FOR YOU

ADVENTURE BEGINS AT YOUR LIBRARY

We are looking forward to an exciting Adventure themed Summer Reading program this year! Pick up your reading logs beginning on Saturday, June 15th. Complete your log to receive a book and raffle entries. We will have special events for kids held at the Library and parks around Anacortes, along with special storytimes and camps for kids in 3rd - 6th grades. Stay tuned for more information on these upcoming events.

• 6/22 - Salish Sea Kickoff

• 7/10 - Field Day

• 7/17 - Reptile Man

• 7/24 - Shannon Point

• 7/31 - Wren Schultz Juggler

• 8/7 - Raptors @ Causland

• 8/14 - State Parks Jr. Ranger / Bug Explorer program

• 8/21 - Friends of the Forest

Want to find out about upcoming fun programs? Sign up for our newsletter.

Interested in volunteer hours? Let us know. Have ideas for fun events? Just want to reach out to the librarian to talk about options at the library? Need help with job applications or reading suggestions? Whatever you need, ask a librarian and find out what the Library has to offer. Sign up online to find out more about teen programs, volunteer for events, and reach the teen librarian.

Tell us what you want and apply to join our fall Teen Advisory Group to help us plan more adventures.

ASD STUDENT ACCESS

Your student ID number is your Student Anacortes Public Library Card number. If you have a student ID card, you can use that as a library card or we can look your ID up anytime you visit.

ADVENTURE IN THE LIBRARY

We have a lot planned this summer, and we want to invite you to join us for adventures in and outside the library. Sign up for our newsletter or keep an eye on the teen message board in the library and website for opportunities to:

• Test your trivia knowledge at a local cafe and win yummy prizes.

• Volunteer in costume during the 4th of July parade.

• Volunteer to help out with kid’s camps this summer and get volunteer hours.

• Write a script and perform it at the library.

• Share your skills at Open Mic night

• Hang out with friends and try out library games or join a campaign for role playing games.

Contact Diana, our teen librarian with questions or ideas!

dianaf@cityofanacortes.org

Friends of the Library is a volunteer organization that supports Library programs, collections, Summer Reading, & special events like Adventure Day!

Learn more: www.friendsoftheanacorteslibrary.org

The APL Foundation supports digital resources like HOOPLA & the New York Times, music and maritime programming, and outreach for events like Adventure Day, the Haunted Walk, and more. Contact us at the Foundation page of the Library website or email us at anacorteslibraryfoundation @gmail.com.

Events like Adventure Day are 100% funded by donations from support organizations like these.

ADVENTURE DAY THANK YOU:

The Friends of the Library Raffle raised over $900! All proceeds go directly back to the library to help provide library programs and collections.

Friends of the Library

Anacortes Public Library Foundation

Make Northwest Explorer Anacortes Kayak Tours

Anthony’s Restaurant at Cap Sante Marina

Dad’s Diner Emerald City Comic Con

Island Adventures Island Optometry Lopez Island Creamery

ANACORTES MARITIME HISTORY

VISIT THE DON HUME PAGE:

WALKING TOURS AND Expanded Hours and Exhibits Maritime Partnerships

FROM ANACORTES TO OLYMPIC GOLD

For those who have enjoyed the movie and book versions of The Boys in the Boat, the Anacortes Museum brings home the local connection of these Olympic gold medalists with a feature on the Fidalgo Island activities of Don Hume (AHS 1933). Anacortes held a special place in Don Hume’s life, although he wasn’t quite sure about it as a teenage new kid in town. In 1930, the family moved to a house on cannery row, a stone’s throw from the Guemes Channel. Before long, Don had acquired a clinker-built rowboat and was exploring by oar the waters surrounding Fidalgo Island.

At the Maritime Heritage Center and the entry of the Senior Activities Center you will find interpretive posters that provide more information on Salish Sea maritime traditions.

VISIT THE EXHIBIT PAGE: ANACORTESWA.GOV/1593/

SUMMER HOURS: JUNE — AUGUST

MARITIME HERITAGE CENTER

Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 4pm

Sunday: 11am - 4pm

W.T. PRESTON SNAGBOAT

Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 4pm

Sunday: 11am - 4pm

*Scan QR codes for non-summer days/hours.

WHAT IS THE MARITIME WASHINGTON NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA?

Spanning 3,000 miles of Washington State’s saltwater shoreline, the new Maritime Washington National Heritage Area is a recognition of our state’s unique and diverse waterbased heritage. After three years of planning, Maritime Washington is ready to set sail and build a network that connects, strengthens, and increases appreciation for Washington’s maritime heritage. Maritime stakeholders from Skagit

County met in February to learn from Alex Gradwohl, MWNHA Program Director, about ways the new program will encourage maritime preservation and education here.

OUR HISTORIC PHOTO ARCHIVE HAS A NEW URL

Our online historic photo archive, sporting over 86,000 photos, has gotten an upgrade.

Now with faster searching, the database also has a new URL: ANACORTES.CATALOGACCESS.COM

Historic Downtown Walking Tours ARE RESTARTING THURSDAYS - 2PM

Our Historic Downtown Walking Tours return, starting in May. Join our Education and Media Curator, Adam Farnsworth, for an approximately 45-MINUTE WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC DOWNTOWN ANACORTES

Tours meet on the sidewalk outside of the VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER (VIC), located in the Chamber of Commerce Building: 819 COMMERCIAL AVENUE. The tour ventures down one side of Commercial Avenue to 3rd Street and then returns to the VIC. SCAN THIS QR CODE TO VISIT THE TOUR SITE

ANACORTES.CATALOGACCESS.COM/PEOPLE/1642

PHOTO ID: 2019.016.037

PHOTO ID: 2024.004.006

PHOTO ID: WF 5788

Anacortes Museum Foundation PRESENTS...

• Events

• Mural Upkeep

• Exhibits

• Online Newspapers

• and much more, thanks!

Our foundation strives to bring awareness to how the past informs the present with programs that spotlight both. With generous donations from individuals and businesses we support museum events that keep our history alive.

Explore Anacortes

A small town on a small island. Three bridges (four, technically) and two public ferry systems. Railroad. Marinas and shipyards.

Boat launches and secret beaches. Forested shoreline nooks and crannies. One airport. Dreams. These are the most common ways on and off Fidalgo Island. This list, along with any list, is not complete. What would you add? Thus begins our journey of discovery into the quaint seaside village of Anacortes.

A good first step is to count the trees, first in town, then the rest of Fidalgo Island. This should keep you busy for some time, and you might just find a variety of hidden jewels along the way. If this approach seems too daunting, perhaps a journey into the forest, with less counting and more mindful breathing. Finding the moment in each of your steps. As your awareness deepens, your focus

brings the experience into vivid focus, and then suddenly there you are. In the middle of the woods? Does it always need to be the middle of the woods? What about a random stop in the woods wherever it might be?

What about not going into the woods at all? Perhaps a swing by the newly upgraded Ben Root Skate Park and Pump Track? How about a lovely evening walk along the Tommy Thompson Parkway trestle, enjoying the new lights. If you happen to live in town, try just stepping outside your home and listening? Here the cheers, the laughter? See the glow of field lighting? Walk toward any of these and you might find yourself enjoying a ball game, a lacrosse match, a track meet, a playground or some other popular spring summer outdoor activity.

History is the very best of maps. When we are new somewhere we like to believe we have come in peace and are here to help. Without the lessons of history, we undermine our personal mission in so many ways. Start your adventure in this town by getting to know some of the thousands of years that came before your footprints. If we are to hold on as a community, we need to know where we are looking for our own special places. When you find yours, know you are sharing it with distant generations of humans, animals, plants and planets.

Bob Vaux Assistant Director Parks and Recreation

bobv@cityofanacortes.org

360-293-1918

But what about finding the hidden, secret places? Locations we make our own because we have “discovered” them. Is it really there? Have we compromised it by making it “our own”? The way a camera steals the spirit? Important questions to ask, but here is the skeleton key to unlock all the mysteries and coolest places in this town: understanding history.

Parks & Recreation Programs

Girls Basketball

MAY 2024

Pee Wee Baseball

Spring is almost here and that means it is baseball season. If your child is between the ages of 4-6 years, they can play Pee Wee Baseball with APRD. The FUNdamentals of baseball (throwing, catching, batting, and running) will be presented in a fun and non-competitive atmosphere. Each player will receive a Pee Wee baseball t-shirt for their participation in the program! Space is limited so sign up early for one of the following sessions.

LOCATION: Storvik Park

FEE: $30

AGES: 4 - 6

DAY OF THE WEEK: Wednesdays

DATE(S): May 15 – June 5

TIME: Session 1 - 4:00 - 4:45 pm Session 2 - 5:00 - 5:45 pm

Community Dances

Offering a series of community dances at the Depot. Come dance or just enjoy the music. Depending on the day, different types of music will be played.

LOCATION: Depot Arts & Community Center

DAY OF THE WEEK: Saturdays

FEE: FREE

DATE(S): May 18, June 29, July 20, August 11 (Sunday)

TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Seahawk Shooting and Finishing Moves

In this camp, players will focus on shooting form, emphasizing balance, foot positioning, and body alignment to make the transition to shooting with one hand while using the other as a guide. Players will be given feedback on their shots and shown games and drills to use for future improvement. (Note: Players who participated in either our Shooting and Ball Handling or Shooting and Footwork camps will be moved on to more advanced skills and drills to meet individual needs).

The other focus of camp will be how to finish around the basket in a variety of ways. Players will practice using both hands around the rim and also learn some advanced skills, like Eurosteps, step backs, and more, if they are ready. Both fundamentals will be woven into drills and games designed to give campers a taste of the high school offensive system. Players will practice their skills in settings from 1 on 0 to 5 on 5.

All Players interested in this camp should be able to shoot at

For More Information, & to Sign-Up, please visit our website:

Registration Opens May 13th at 8:00 am

a regulation 10-foot hoop. Prior playing experience is not required, but encouraged, as players will be implementing skills in game situations. If your child is interested in playing high school basketball, this will be a great experience.

LOCATION: Anacortes Middle School

FEE: $40

AGES: 4th – 6th Grades

DAY OF THE WEEK: Wednesday & Thursday

DATE(S): May 15th & 16th

TIME: 4:00 – 6:00 pm

Girls Youth Elementary

Have fun while improving your basketball skills in this active three-day camp. The fundamentals of dribbling, shooting, passing and footwork will be taught in an engaging way by Anacortes High School coaches and players.

LOCATION: Anacortes Middle School

FEE: $70

AGES: 1st – 4th Grades

DAY OF THE WEEK: Tuesday and Thursday

DATE(S): May 21st and 23rd

TIME: 5:00 – 8:00 pm

Girls Youth Intermediate

Have fun while improving your basketball skills in this active three-day camp. The fundamentals of dribbling, shooting, passing and footwork will be taught in an engaging way by Anacortes High School coaches and players.

LOCATION: Anacortes Middle School

FEE: $70

AGES: 5th – 8th Grades

DAY OF THE WEEK: Tuesday - Thursday

DATE(S): May 28th – 30th

TIME: 4:00 – 6:00 pm anacorteswa.gov/536

2024 Youth Soccer League

Don’t Wait, Register Today!

We are now taking registrations for the Fall season! Starting in late August, practices are held on weekday evenings and games are played on Saturdays. This is a recreational program where rules and field size are modified to increase learning of the game and maximize success. The league is available for boys and girls. Soccer team age groups are based on age as of August 31st. To see what age group your child will be in or to register online visit: anacorteswa.gov/552/ The fee includes a team shirt/jersey only, participants are responsible for providing their own cleats and shin guards.

City League

All practices and games are held in Anacortes. Teams will play on smaller fields with fewer players on each team.

FEE: $45

AGES: Co-ed Under-6, Boys Under-8, Under-10, Under-12, and Girls Under-8, Under-10, Under-12 County League

Teams participate in the Skagit Valley Youth Soccer Association recreational league. Teams will practice in-town but play games throughout the Skagit County, including Anacortes.

FEE: $75

AGES: Boys Under-11, Under-12, Under-13/14 and Girls Under-11, Under-12, Under-13/14

Registration Deadlines

DEADLINE: Monday, July 15th @ 5:00 pm

Late fees may apply for registrations after this date.

Volunteer coaches are needed for City and County teams. Interested? We will help train you and provide you with tools/resources to coach a team. Please contact as 360-293-1918 for more information about coaching.

Youth Flag Football Camp

Flag Football program is back! APRD is partnering with state championship high school football team to provide this opportunity for kids in grades 2nd through 6th. This coed program will be offered starting in May. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for your child to increase their football skills through fun practices taught by the Seahawk football coaches and players. Flag football can be a great opportunity for kids who are new to the sport as

it focuses on important development of skills such as running, throwing, and catching. All campers will receive a reversible jersey as part of their registration fee. The camp is held rain or shine, so it is important players come prepared with, cleats or tennis shoes, mouthpiece, and a water bottle.

LOCATION: Anacortes High School

FEE: $100

AGES: 2nd – 6th Grade

DAY OF THE WEEK: Tuesday and Thursday

DATE(S): May 28th – June 20th

TIME: 4:00-5:00 pm

JUNE 2024

Youth Volleyball Clinic

Pass, set and attack the ball with the High School Girls Volleyball team and coaching staff. This fun three-day camp will cover the basic fundamentals involved with playing volleyball. A camp T-shirt is included with your fee. Knee pads are not required, but highly recommended.

LOCATION: Anacortes High School Gym

FEE: $55

AGES: 3rd – 8th Grades

DAY OF THE WEEK: Mon, Tues, Wed

DATE(S): June 3th - 5th

TIME: 4:30 - 6:00 pm (3rd - 5th graders) 6:00 - 7:30 pm (6th - 8th graders)

Dance Classes

Offering a series of community dance classes at the depot.

LOCATION: Depot Arts & Community Center

INSTRUCTOR: Taylor Winningham

DAY(S): Tuesday

DATE(S): June 4 - 25

AGES: 12 - 99

FEE: $40

Night Club 2 Step

TIME: 5:30 – 6:30pm

West Coast Swing

TIME: 6:30 – 7:30pm

For those who would like to take different types of dance classes, the punch card is for you. Visit our website at: anacortesparksandrecreation. sportsites.com for more info and to purchase.

Kids Fishing Day

Youth 14 years old & under can participate in the free fishing day at Heart Lake in Anacortes.

Win prizes for the biggest and smallest fish as well as a certificate for a child first ever fish. A big “Thank You” to our local chapter of the Puget Sound Anglers for helping put this event on!

LOCATION: Heart Lake

FEE: FREE

AGES: 0 - 14

DAY OF THE WEEK: Saturday

DATE(S): June 8th

TIME: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Bark in the Park

The 2024 Anacortes Bark in the Park is a special event all about dogs! Come to Storvik Park on June 15th to enjoy dog demos, silly dog contests, and the many dog vendors. For ALL AGES!

To participate as a Vendor or sponsor please see the link: anacorteswa.gov/1236/ or email: dustins@cityofanacortes.org for more information.

LOCATION: Storvik Park

DAY OF THE WEEK: Saturday

DATE(S): June 15th

TIME: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Youth Soccer Camp

Fun for all children going into kindergarten through 5th grade interested in soccer. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for your child to increase their soccer skills through fun practices taught by the Seahawk girls soccer team. From goalkeeper to forward, your child will receive knowledgeable coaching through fun games, drills and small sided matches. This is a great opportunity for your child to see positive high school role models playing a sport they love. Come join the fun! The camp is held rain or shine so it is important players come prepared with; cleats or tennis shoes, shin guards, water bottle, healthy snack, goalie gloves (if applicable) and appropriate clothing for all weather.

A one-time goalkeeper specific session will be available for 2nd-5th graders only.

LOCATION: Kiwanis Meadows

FEE: $75

AGES: K – 5th Grade (going into)

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Thursday

DATE(S): June 17th - 20th

TIME: 9:00 - 11:00 am

Dino Camp

Go on a Jurassic adventure! This camp will create a prehistoric adventure where campers will learn about some of their favorite dinosaurs while playing dinosaur-themed games and activities. Sign up your future paleontologist today! Participants only allowed to sign up for one Dino, Pirate, OR Survivor Camp.

LOCATION: Washington Park

FEE: $70

AGES: 5 – 12

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Thursday

DATE(S): Session 1 - June 24 - 27

Session 2 - July 22 - 25

TIME: 9:00 am – 12:00pm

JULY 2024

Art & Craft Camp

Two art camps, one for kids, ages 4 - 6, and one for youth, ages 7 -12.

LOCATION: Depot Arts & Community Center

INSTRUCTOR: Lana Hickman

DAY OF T HE WEEK: Monday - Thursday*

DATE(S): Session 1 – July 8-11

Session 2 – July 15-18

Session 3 – August 6-9*

Session 4 – August 12-15

Session 5 – August 19-22

Session 6 – August 26-29

* Session 3 is TUESDAY - FRIDAY

Kids Camp

Art is a great way for children to express their imagination. Participants will explore different themes throughout the classes to help prompt their imagination. All supplies are included. Please dress appropriately for painting or getting messy. Also, bring along your water bottle and a small snack. Space is limited, so sign-up soon.

FEE: $80

AGES: 4 - 6

TIME: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Youth Camp

Encourage skills development and creativity with these artistic classes. Designed for budding artists aged 7-12 years old, this hands-on class provides projects that will focus on students discovering their passion for creativity. All supplies are included. An art show will be held at the end of each week, allowing students to build a portfolio of themed artworks. Please dress appropriately for painting or messy projects. Space is limited, sign up early.

FEE: $100

AGES: 7 - 12

TIME: 1:00 – 3:30 pm

Tennis Camp

LOCATION: Anacortes Middle School

Tennis Courts

AGES: 5 - 7 | 7 - 12

FEE: $78

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Wednesday

DATE(S): July 1st - 3rd

TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 pm (5-7) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (7-12)

Flag Rugby Camp

LOCATION: Anacortes Middle School

AGES: 7 - 12

FEE: $78

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Wednesday

DATE(S): July 1st - 3rd

TIME: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Track & Field Camp

LOCATION: Anacortes High School

FEE: $130

AGES: 6 - 12

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Friday

DATE(S): July 15th - 19th

TIME: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Mini-Hawk Camp (Baseball, Basketball & Soccer)

LOCATION: Anacortes High School

FEE: $130

AGES: 4 - 7

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Friday

DATE(S): July 15th - 19th

TIME: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Basketball Camp

LOCATION: Mt. Erie Elementary

FEE: $130

AGES: 6 - 12

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Friday

DATE(S): August 5th - 9th

TIME: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Lacrosse Camp

LOCATION: Mt. Erie Elementary

FEE: $130

AGES: 6 - 12

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Friday

DATE(S): August 5th - 9th

TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Multi-Sport Camp (Baseball, Flag Football & Soccer)

LOCATION: Mt. Erie Elementary FEE: $130 (HALF) / $225 (FULL) AGES: 6 - 12

DAY

STEM & Play Soccer Camp

LOCATION: Storvik Park

FEE: $130 (HALF) / $225 (FULL)

AGES: 6 - 12

DAY OF

Parks and Recreation partners with Skyhawk Sports to provide some weeklong sport camps throughout the summer. Below is a list of the camps offered this summer. Registration is taken directly through the Skyhawks website at: skyhawks.com

Water Sports (APRD)

This course is about fun and exposure to all things water sports! Students learn about in-the-water safety through multiple water activities. Students may participate in paddle boarding, kayaking, introductory sailing, and other on the water activities! Course content will vary based on weather and participant experience.

AGE: 8-12 MAX CLASS SIZE: 8 FEE: $225

SESSION 1: July 8th - 11th | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SESSION 2: July 22nd - 25th | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

SESSION 3: July 29th - August 1st | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SESSION 4: August 5th - 8th | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SESSION 5: August 19th - 22nd | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Adult LEARN TO SAIL (ARPD)

Students learn the fundamentals of sailing with an emphasis on safety on the water. At the end of the course, students will be comfortable with rigging and handling a small sailboat. They will become familiar with terminology, basic knots and theories and have the skills needed to check out a boat at one of the AWA Community Rentals to enjoy with their family over the summer. Double Handed Lidos 14 sailboats will be used for this course. *Students should be comfortable swimming and being on the water. Participants will need to have good mobility and be able to crouch, kneel, squat and maneuver in a small space to participate in the class.

SESSION 1: July 12th, 19th & 26th - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

SESSION 2: August 2nd, 9th & 16th - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

AGE: 16+ MAX CLASS SIZE: 8 FEE: $300

Cancellation made within one week of class start may include forfeiture of registration fee. Cancellations made greater than one week prior to class start will receive a full refund, less $10 admin fee.

Water Safety Swim Tests Required for all Youth participants

Youth participants must pass a swim test at Fidalgo Pool prior to participating in any AWA summer sailing classes. During the pool session

June 25th:

LOCATION: Fidalgo Pool

SESSION 1: 7:00 pm

SESSION 2: 7:30 pm

students will have their life jackets checked for proper fit and students will be tested on swimming, floating and other water safety skills.

June 29th:

LOCATION: Fidalgo Pool

SESSION 1: 4:00 pm

SESSION 2: 4:30 pm

Beginner LEARN TO SAIL Age 9-13

Students learn the fundamentals of sailing with an emphasis on safety on the water. By the end of the course, students will be comfortable with rigging and handling a small sailboat. They will become familiar with terminology, basic knots and theories. Sailboats used will be singlehanded RS Tera Dinghies.

SESSION 1: July 8th -11th 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

SESSION 2: July 15th - 18th 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

SESSION 3: July 22th - 25th 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SESSION 4: July 29th- August 1st 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

SESSION 5: August 12th - 15th 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SESSION 6: August 26th - 29th 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Intermediate

LEARN

TO SAIL Age 10-14

Build on skills learned in the Beginner course. Sailors will continue to advance boat handling skills with sailing drills. Sailboats used will be singlehanded RS Tera Dinghies.

SESSION 1: July 17 - 20 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm

SESSION 2: August 7 - 10 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

July 1st:

LOCATION: Fidalgo Pool

SESSION 1: 7:00 pm

INTRODUCTION TO RACING

SESSION 2: 7:30 pm

This course is geared towards sailors who have attended the Beginner and Intermediate courses and are ready to take their sailing skills to the next levels. An emphasis will be on preparing sailors to participate in the Seahawk Sailing Team. Sailboats used will be singlehanded RS Teras, Lasers, double handed Lidos or FJs.

HIGH SCHOOL: August 28 - 31 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm

MIDDLE SCHOOL: August 28 - 31 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm

For more information and to register, visit: anacorteswa.gov/536

More information & registration: anacorteswaterfront.org/ learn-to-sail-classes

Summer Fun Starts Here!

July August 2024

WATER SPORTS—APRD: Ages 8

This course is about fun and exposure to all things water sports! Students learn about water safety through multiple water activities. Students may participate in paddle boarding, kayaking, introductory sailing, and other on water activities! Course content will vary based on weather and participant experience. (Anacortes Parks & Recreation)

Adult LEARN TO SAIL —ARPD

Students learn fundamentals of sailing with an emphasis on safety on the water. By the end of the course, adults will be comfortable with rigging and handling a small sailboat. They will become familiar with terminology, basic knots and theories and have skills needed to check out a boat at AWA summer kiosk. Double handed sailboats will be used. Should be comfortable swimming and being on the water. (Anacortes Parks & Recreation)

Beginner LEARN to SAIL: Ages 9 13

Students learn fundamentals of sailing with an emphasis on safety on the water. By the end of the course, students will be comfortable with rigging and handling a small sailboat. They will become familiar with terminology, basic knots and theories. Sailboats used will be singlehanded RS Tera Dinghies. used will be singlehanded RS Tera Dinghies. $300

Intermediate LEARN to SAIL: Ages 10 14

Students build on skills learned in the Beginner Learn to Sail course. This course reviews fundamentals and safety of dinghy sailing (small boat sailing), terminology and knot tying. Sailors will continue to advance boat handling skills with sailing drills. Sailboats used will be singlehanded RS Tera Dinghies. be

INTRODUCTION TO RACING: High School & Middle School Racers

This course is geared towards sailors who have attended the Beginner and Intermediate courses and are ready to take their sailing skills to the next levels. Sailors will develop their understanding of sailing theory, sail trim, and crew communication in single and double handed sailboats. An emphasis will be on preparing sailors to participate in the Seahawk Sailing Team Fall and Spring programs. Sailboats used will be singlehanded RS Teras, Lasers, double handed

Water Safety Swim Tests (Required for all Youth participants)

Youth participants must pass a swim test at Fidalgo Pool prior to participating in any AWA sailing classes. During the pool session students will have their life jackets checked for proper fit and students will be tested on swimming, floating and other water safety skills.

Calling all Special Olympics athletes! Dates and location available soon, but now is your time to sign up. The Special Olympics are open to all children, teens, and adults with intellectual disabilities who have a passion for sports, being active, and bringing inspiration to their communities. Events will include Bocci Ball, Softball, and more!

And don’t forget, Special Olympics athletes count on you! We need volunteers and coaches, so show your love and support by signing up today!

To register or learn more about volunteering, email: specialolympicsanacortes@gmail.com

Hawkeye Youth Wrestling Clinic

ADULT PROGRAMS

Adult Co-ed Softball League

Adult Drop-in Sports

Camp

Arrr you ready for a great summer?

Join our friendly park staff for a piratethemed adventure. The camp will be filled with treasure hunts, piratethemed games, and creative activities. Participants only allowed to sign up for one Dino, Pirate, OR Survivor Camp.

LOCATION: Washington Park Group Camp

FEE: $70

AGES: 5 – 12

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Thursday

DATE(S): Session 1: July 8 - 11 Session 2: July 29 – Aug 1

TIME: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Kids R Best Fest

Celebrating kids in our Community for the past 32 years! Come join us and play with the giant inflatable bouncers, games and toys, game and informational booths, live entertainment, concessions, and craft projects! All to celebrate kids and what they contribute to the community. All activities are FREE; there is a nominal charge for food.

Interested in providing a booth?

Call: 360-299-1948 or email: dustins@cityofanacortes.org

LOCATION: Storvik Park

FEE: FREE

DAY OF THE WEEK: Saturday

DATE(S): July 13th

TIME: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Anacortes Hawkeyes Youth Wrestling Club 2024 Wrestling Day Camp is open to all levels this year (beginner - advanced). Wrestling shoes are available to borrow, or participants can wear socks, please wear appropriate clothing such as shorts/ sweats and a t-shirt. Campers will receive a Hawkeyes T-shirt at the conclusion of the camp. If you have questions, contact Rodney Bickley at 360-630-9859 or atownhawkeyes@gmail.com

LOCATION: Anacortes Middle School

FEE: $75

AGES: 2nd – 8th Grade (GOING INTO)

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Wednesday

DATE(S): July 15 - 17

TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Survivor Camp

Sign up today for this awesome summer camp! Spend time out at Washington Park exploring, competing in challenges as a team and as an individual. You will also get dirty, try new things, and hopefully make some new friends. Each day at camp we will provide a light snack and encourage kids to have as much fun as possible. This camp has limited capacity and registration will fill up very quickly. We ask that you only sign up for one of the two available weeks for Survivor Camp, Pirate OR Dino Camp.

LOCATION: Washington Park

FEE: $70

AGES: 5 – 12

DAY OF THE WEEK: Monday - Thursday

DATE(S): Session 1- July 15 - 18

Session 2- August 5 - 8

TIME: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

For more information and to register, visit: anacorteswa.gov/536

We are accepting team registrations for our annual Adult Co-ed Softball League. For more information or to register your team online visit the Parks and Recreation page at: anacorteswa.gov/540/

We are continuing the popular drop-in adult sports programs including Co-ed Volleyball, Pickle Ball, and Basketball, etc.

To view the schedule for these upcoming activities please visit our website at: anacorteswa.gov/971/ Pirate

Games will be played again on Sundays taking place in July and August.

Deadline for teams to register will be Friday, June 7 by 5:00 p.m. If after looking online, and you need more details please call: 360-299-1948 or email: dustins@cityofanacortes.org

For More Information, & to Sign-Up, please

visit our website:

Registration Opens May 13th at 8:00 am

anacorteswa.gov/536

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT EXTRA ORGANICS

You may soon be charged for the extra material overflowing from your cart. If your cart is brimming over with material, please place yard waste extras in a paper bag next to the cart. There is a charge for additional units of organics beyond the basic service (except double holiday loads).

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Good Container LID CLOSED

Customer only pays the base monthly fee.

Solid Waste 2024 Holiday Schedule

There is no garbage collection on holidays.

Garbage collection shifts one day.

Memorial Day

Monday, May 27, 2024

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Monday and Tuesday

COLLECTED ON: Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Thursday, November 28, 2024

Thanksgiving

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Wednesday and Thursday

COLLECTED ON: Wednesday, November 27, 2024

**If your collection day is Thursday be sure to put your garbage out a day EARLY!**

Juneteenth

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Wednesday and Thursday

COLLECTED ON: Thursday, June 20, 2024

Extra Charge OVERFILLED

When carts are overfilled, or additional yard waste is bagged next to the cart, customers will be charged an additional fee.

Yard Trimmings

For yard trimmings that don’t fit in your yard cart you may use:

• Paper yard bags (available at home and garden stores), or

• 32-gal. cans with handles & lids (65 lb. limit) labeled “Yard” or

• Bundles tied with sisal twine (4’x2’ limit)

Yard trimmings are not accepted in plastic bags. Plastic bags are not compostable and cause processing and odor problems at the composting facility. Thank you.

Independence Day

Thursday, July 4, 2024

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Thursday and Friday

COLLECTED ON: Friday, July 5, 2024

Labor Day

Monday, September 2, 2024

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Monday and Tuesday

COLLECTED ON: Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Native American Heritage Day

Friday, November 29, 2024

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Friday

COLLECTED ON: Monday, December 2, 2024

Veterans Day

Monday, November 11, 2024

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Monday and Tuesday

COLLECTED ON: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Christmas

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Wednesday and Thursday

COLLECTED ON: Thursday, December 26, 2024

New Year’s Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY: Wednesday and Thursday

COLLECTED ON: Thursday, January 2, 2025