City of Anacortes - City Council Meeting (7/6/26)

The City of Anacortes City Council held a meeting on July 6, 2026, where several updates and reports were presented. Key procurement-related discussions included a $250,000 grant awarded for planning improvements at the failing Whitman School intersection, with a request for qualifications issued and consultant selection underway. The council was informed about ongoing capital projects such as the fiber internet network equipment replacement and the implementation of new software systems for utility billing and facilities planning. Additionally, the council discussed funding challenges for housing projects, including a $3 million allocation split between the Anacortes Family Center and the Anacortes Housing Authority for multiple affordable housing developments. Community Action of Skagit County provided a midyear update highlighting increased service delivery and outreach efforts, including grant-funded programs for energy assistance and employment support. No formal votes on new contracts or procurements were recorded, but several upcoming procurement actions and budget considerations were noted.