# City of Anacortes - City Council Meeting, 9/21/26 (Zoom Livestream)

The City of Anacortes City Council held a meeting on September 21, 2026, primarily focusing on procurement and capital improvement planning. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of an interlocal mutual aid agreement for fire and emergency services with neighboring jurisdictions, addressing operational and cost concerns such as overtime and ferry transport expenses. The council also reviewed the Public Works portion of the Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) for 2027, covering a wide range of projects including facilities repairs, fleet acquisitions, stormwater and street improvements, water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades, and compliance with state permits. Funding strategies were discussed in detail, highlighting reliance on Real Estate Excise Tax (REET), grants, cash reserves, and user fees. The council emphasized the need for prudent financial planning given budget constraints and the importance of prioritizing projects. Several projects were contingent on grant funding, and the council discussed the potential for foundation contributions for certain capital projects. The meeting concluded with plans for further review and public engagement on the CFP and budget adoption scheduled for November 2026.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Sources
- [City of Anacortes - City Council Meeting, 9/21/26 (Zoom Livestream)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TXal9_cy_0) - City of Anacortes