City of Anacortes - City Council Meeting, 7/13/26 (Zoom Livestream)

The City of Anacortes City Council held a meeting on July 13, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement topics included the ratification of an emergency declaration and contract with Summit X Contractors for the replacement of a failing water main on 34th Street, with a budget amendment of $325,000 to fund this project. The council also approved a resolution to update museum admission fees and passed a budget amendment ordinance addressing various items such as restricted opioid funds, insurance costs, and continuation of water fund projects including a $1.9 million North Line repair. Additionally, the council received a presentation on the final downtown streetscapes plan, outlining a multi-year action plan with projects aimed at enhancing Commercial Avenue and downtown public spaces, with emphasis on grant opportunities and partnerships for implementation. The council adopted a public participation plan for the periodic update to critical areas regulations, a regulatory compliance matter. A significant personnel action was the confirmation vote for Manx McDonald as the permanent fire chief following a competitive recruitment process, which passed despite some council members requesting additional time to consider new information. The meeting also included discussion on a proposed ordinance regulating electric bikes and motorized scooters, focusing on safety, enforcement, and public education, with plans to revisit the ordinance for further refinement. Overall, the meeting addressed capital improvement contracting, budget amendments, regulatory updates, and key personnel appointments affecting city operations and services.