Port of Anacortes

08/08/2026

At the July 17 Port Commission meeting, Commissioners authorized a $1.7 million contract for critical repairs and rehabilitation at Pier 2, the Port’s primary deep-water cargo terminal.

Pier 2 is the Port’s largest marine terminal and deepest berthing facility along the Guemes Channel, supporting commercial cargo, shipping, manufacturing and vessel berthing operations. The rehabilitation project will strengthen critical marine infrastructure, improve reliability and extend the service life of this important working waterfront asset.

“By continuously reinvesting in what we already own, we avoid deferred maintenance, protect long-term revenue streams and maintain a resilient foundation for future growth opportunities,” said Port of Anacortes Executive Director John Dumas. “This approach aligns with the Port’s commitment to responsible asset stewardship and meeting our mission of operational excellence for our customers, stakeholders and community.”

Read more on our website: https://www.portofanacortes.com/news/port-of-anacortes-invests-in-pier-2-to-strengthen-marine-terminal-operations/

08/06/2026

Jenkins Dossen first joined the team in May 2003. Over the past 23 years, he has made a lasting impact through several roles, beginning as Construction Field Supervisor and later serving as Project Manager, Facilities Services Manager, and now Project Manager II.

His initiative, practical experience, and big-picture perspective have been integral to the Port’s success. He understands how each strategic action moves a project closer to its goals, and ultimately helps the Port better serve its community through economic development, job creation, and environmental stewardship.

What might surprise you about him? Although he’s very driven and committed to his work, Jenkins tries not to take himself too seriously. If you want evidence, check out the photos from the Caribbean cruise he took with his family this summer—work hard, play hard.

Read more about Jenkins on our web post: https://www.portofanacortes.com/news/get-to-know-jenkins-dossen-2/

08/05/2026

The multitalented The Chris Eger Band & the Powerhouse Horns are returning to the Summer Concert Series stage this Friday at 6 p.m., sending us off into the weekend in the right way.

Very few musicians are said to be extraordinary examples of excellence in any one genre of music. Even fewer can be described as exceptional across multiple. Considering that Chris Eger fits into the latter category as both a guitarist and vocalist, we are lucky to have his talents on stage for our free summer concert! The experience the band brings is raw, powerful and handmade in the USA. The Chris Eger Band is real American music.

Find yourself getting hungry during the show? Have no fear, our local food vendors will be here for you at Seafarers’ Memorial Park!

Arbia Pizza
BeachCastle Sweets
Coastal Sips
Kreative Eats Catering
Ma & Pa Kettle Corn
Momo Pop
Say Cheese Coupe's Last Stand
Deb's Dog Haus

08/04/2026

Friendly reminder: the Port of Anacortes sends a newsletter out to subscribers every month, containing upcoming events and noteworthy updates from your Port. Check out the July newsletter below to see for yourself, and sign up if you’d like to see more!

Read our latest newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/portofanacortes.com/latest-updates-from-the-port-of-anacortes-10599990

If you’d like to stay in the loop, sign up to join the mailing list: https://portofanacortes.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=728361439f8dcc059245db8ae&id=f547fab9b8

The Port of Anacortes has supported 100 years of economic development, job creation, and environmental stewardship. As we celebrate our Centennial year, we wanted to capture and preserve this story through a commemorative film that shares our history through the voices of our community and working w...

08/03/2026

At the July 16 Port Commission meeting, Commissioners supported future electric vessel operations by authorizing the Port to procure long-lead construction materials for clean energy and power capacity upgrades to A-Dock.

A-Dock is home to commercial vessel services, including vessels operated by Arrow Launch Service. Thanks to funding partners at U.S. EPA and WSDOT, these infrastructure upgrades will help make it possible for Arrow to operate future zero-emission vessels from A-Dock.

“We are excited to deliver this shore power upgrade to A-Dock,” said Kevin Anderson, Planning, Projects, and Environmental Manager at the Port of Anacortes. “The upgrades will facilitate our tenants as they transition to newer and cleaner technology and will make meaningful improvements at Cap Sante Marina.”

Read more on our website: https://www.portofanacortes.com/news/port-of-anacortes-advances-port-modernization-with-a-dock-electrification-and-infrastructure-upgrades/

08/02/2026

Live music, good food, and great company: that's what the Free Summer Concert Series is all about. Each summer, some of the Northwest's best bands take the stage to bring our community together, playing everything from classic rock and blues to the oldies you know and love. Haven't made it out to a show yet? There's still time. Grab your lawn chairs, pick up a bite from one of our food vendors, and join us at Seafarers' Memorial Park from 6-8 p.m. for our final concerts of the season in August:

August 7: The Chris Eger Band and the Powerhouse Horns
August 14: Point of Sail Band - A Tribute to Yacht Rock
August 21: Santa Poco
August 28: The Wallys (Wally & The Beaves)

We also want to extend a big thank you to our sponsors for making this annual free concert series possible!

Metro Ports
HF Sinclair
Nelson Reisner
CSD Attorneys at Law
Pacific Surveying and Engineering
Grette Associates
HBB Landscape Architecture
Maul Foster & Alongi

07/30/2026

Congratulations to our partner, the City of Anacortes Wastewater Team!

🎉 Congratulations to our Wastewater team! 🎉

Receiving the Ecology 2025 WWTP Award for Compliance is an honor and a testament to our team's commitment to protecting public health, preserving the environment, and serving our community! This recognition reflects the pride, professionalism, and dedication our staff brings every day to maintaining critical infrastructure and meeting the highest environmental standards.

07/30/2026

During the July 13 Port of Anacortes Commission Retreat, our five Commissioners toured Cortland International, a longtime tenant on Anacortes’ working waterfront. The visit offered a firsthand look at Cortland’s synthetic rope manufacturing and fabrication processes, and highlighted the important role local maritime and manufacturing businesses play in delivering a healthy economy in our community.

Learn more about Cortland here: https://cortlandinternational.com/

07/28/2026

Joining us on the free Summer Concert stage at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29 will be the Troy Fair Band! Swing on by Seafarers’ Memorial Park to enjoy your favorite country hits.

Having grown up in a musical family right here in Skagit Valley, Troy spent time in Nashville to hone his craft. He returned home to form his own group – The Troy Fair Band – and hit the live music scene. The band features diverse talent and high-performance energy and has been entertaining Northwest country music fans for the last 20 years!

Hungry? Our local vendors will have the wares to satisfy your cravings

BeachCastle Sweets
Coastal Sips
Say Cheese Coupe's Last Stand
Deb's Dog Haus
AJM Kettle Corn

07/25/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Seafarers’ Memorial Park on Wednesday for an evening of music, community, and storytelling. After another great Summer Concert with The Davanos, we had the privilege of screening local filmmaker Will Dickinson’s debut documentary, "It’s What We Do."

We are grateful to our community for showing up, to our vendors for keeping everyone fed, and especially to Will for creating such a meaningful film. By sharing the stories of the commercial fishermen he grew up alongside, Will shines a light on an industry that has long been woven into the fabric of Anacortes.

Thank you to Will for joining us to introduce the film and connect with our community.