Forest Advisory Board

The Forest Advisory Board is made up of five members appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. The Forest Advisory Board helps set use policies and recommends an annual budget for management of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands. The Forest Advisory Board provides technical advice to City staff regarding the Anacortes Community Forest Lands. The Forest Advisory Board members also serve in a liaison capacity with interested community groups, citizens, user groups, educational institutions and volunteer service organizations.

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Authorizing Resolution and Overview

The Forest Advisory Board was created by Resolution No. 663 found here.

Their are five members of the Forest Advisory Board serving five year terms. These members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council.

Forest Advisory Board Membership

Member Name Term Expires Seat Requirement
Brian Wetcher November 2024 General Public*
Tabb Stringer November 2027 General Public*
Joann York-Gilmore November 2027 Member of the Parks and Recreation Commission*
Nathan Schwarck November 2027 General Public*
Kit Gerwels November 2026 General Public*

*At least four members should be residents of the City of Anacortes, with it being permissible for the fifth member to reside on Fidalgo Island.

Are you interested in applying? Click here for the application to the City of Anacortes Talent Bank.  


Regular Meetings

Meetings are held on the First Thursday of every month at 6PM at City Hall (Address: 904 6th Street, Anacortes, WA 98221).

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval. Sign up here to be notified when agendas are posted. 

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Bike Skills Park Proposal

Contact Information

Phone: 360-293-1918

Email the Parks and Recreation Department

Link: Parks & Recreation Page

Additional Information

The Anacortes Community Forest Lands are owned and operated by the City of Anacortes. For more information please Email the Parks and Recreation Department. The City of Anacortes also works with community organizations such as the Skagit Land Trust and the Friends of the Forest.