Mayor Gere’s COVID-19 Briefing October 7, 2020

Art Shotwell 11 minutes read
We are watching our numbers at the County level get very near to the targeted levels, but we are not there yet.

Police Blotter, September 27 - October 2, 2020

Anacortes Police 7 minutes read
A teenage girl was arrested for DUI following a middle-of-the-night car crash.

Distrusting Trump, States Plan to Vet COVID Vaccines Themselves. Bad Idea, Say Experts

Art Shotwell 8 minutes read
California and at least five other states have said they may independently vet any vaccines. Experts warn that could needlessly confuse the public.

Analysis: ‘Don’t Be Afraid of COVID’? Not Buying It, Unless Businesses Do Job Right

Art Shotwell 8 minutes read
COVID precautions may seem like overkill. But I won’t set foot in a store unless certain steps are taken.

Mayor Gere's Budget Message - October 5, 2020

Art Shotwell 14 minutes read
This budget reflects our unwavering commitment to serving each and every resident to the highest standard and protecting the strong fiscal position of the City.

K–12 Internet Access Program Allows More Students to Learn from Home

Art Shotwell 2 minutes read
A new program allows students from low-income families to connect to their learning online from home at no cost to them. OSPI will cover the costs of internet connectivity for eligible students for the remainder of the 2020–21 school year.