In a case of identity theft, an Anacortes resident reported that someone had used his Social Security number to file a false tax return.

The city of Anacortes, the town of La Conner and Fire District 13 continue to meet on a proposal to combine operations in and form a regional fire authority. But, a meeting this past week left the impression it will be a tough sell for District 13.

The Mayor’s office has announced the appointment of Don Measamer as the Interim head of the city planning department, temporarily replacing Ryan Larsen, who leaves office as director on Friday.

The city Historic Preservation Board is trying to find a way to save one of the last original wood structures in Anacortes from destruction.

When planners are looking to find out what kind of developments residents like, one way is to ask them to weigh in. One planner shares key lessons learned about conducting and creating surveys as part of the planning process.

The city government has launched a new Web site; one that is more attractive and more modern-looking than the one that has served the city for many years. Don’t rush to it yet, though, there are loads of startup issues.