Visitors to the 2005 Anacortes Waterfront Festival will get a glimpse of things to come if they pass under the new arch framework at 10th and Commercial Avenue. The City of Anacortes took care of sidewalk, gutter, and street related improvements. The Destination Downtown Anacortes (DDA) Arch Committee will handle construction of the arch. All funds for the arch and its sign are being raised by the Arch Committee, with support from the DDA (a subsidiary of the Chamber of Commerce).
An industrious contractor crew, with the encouragement of City Hall’s Steve Lange, wrapped up this part of a block renovation project in time to open both lanes to traffic once again. Meanwhile, Jonn Lunsford and a dedicated Parks Crew did an awesome job of weeding along “R” Avenue, beautifying the entrance to the waterfront area for the busy weekend. More work lies ahead for the arch, inspired to welcome visitors to our seaside community.