Valdez, AK

City Council on 2026-09-01 6:00 PM - Permanent Fund Annual Meeting

The Valdez City Council is holding its annual Permanent Fund meeting as a work session. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda contains only the single item of the Permanent Fund annual meeting, with no transcribed minutes taken.

• Annual meeting of the City of Valdez Permanent Fund

City Council on 2026-09-01 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Valdez City Council is holding its regular meeting, preceded by a work session on the City of Valdez Permanent Fund. The council will consider several action items, including a contract for the Old Town Museum lighting upgrade, a jail contract with the State of Alaska, fee write-offs, and a resolution to amend the 2026 budget with unbudgeted state revenue. Public appearances include a representative from Alderwood Mobile Home Park.

• Contract with Frontier Electric Services for Old Town Museum Lighting Upgrade in the amount of $82,475
• Resolution #26-39: Amending 2026 City Budget to accept $392,926 from State of Alaska Department of Education for water piping replacement projects
• Approval of FY2027 Community Jail Contract with the State of Alaska
• Approval of write-offs of various city fees and forwarding to collections agency
• Beverage Dispensary Tourism License Renewal for Totem Inn, Inc.

City Council on 2026-08-19 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting (Note Date Change Due to State Primary Election)

The Valdez City Council will hold a work session to discuss a rough draft code update for property tax exemption adjustments, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes a $75,000 contract amendment with Alaska Scrap & Recycling LLC for nuisance abatement and scrap metal collection, a recommendation to include decorative light replacement on Egan Drive in the 2027 budget, and several routine items such as license renewals, appointments, and reports.

• Work session: rough draft code update for property tax exemption adjustments
• Contract amendment with Alaska Scrap & Recycling LLC for $75,000
• Recommendation to include Egan Drive decorative light replacement in 2027 budget
• Renewal of marijuana cultivation facility license for DKW Farms LLC
• Temporary land use permit 26-05 to Gold Rush Days, Inc. for multiple Galena Drive properties

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2026-08-19 5:00 PM - Special Meeting

The Valdez Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and consider a recommendation to the Chief of Police regarding a kennel license application from Wags & Whiskers Grooming at 104 Chenega Ave. The commission will take public comment and then vote on whether to approve the recommendation.

• Public hearing for kennel license application from Wags & Whiskers Grooming
• Approval of recommendation to Chief of Police for issuance of kennel license at 104 Chenega Ave

City Council on 2026-08-04 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Valdez City Council will hold a work session on property tax exemption options under HB13, then consider a resolution to amend the 2026 budget by accepting $17.4 million in unbudgeted revenue and appropriating funds for debt service. The council will also vote on appointments, a contract award, and other routine items.

• Resolution #26-38: Amends 2026 budget, accepting $17.4M in unbudgeted revenue, appropriating $12.7M to debt service and $4.7M to repayment reserve
• Contract award to Prism Design and Construction for Animal Shelter Fuel Piping Project, $176,314.44
• Amendment #1 with North Star Fire Protection, LLC to extend 2025 Fire Prevention Systems Inspections Contract through 2027
• Appointments to Ports & Harbors Commission (applicants: Jamie Pierce, John May) and Beautification Commission (applicants: Meg Weaver, Timi Miner, Cassandra MacDonald)
• Proclamations for 2026 Coast Guard Day and Safe and Sound Week 2026

City Council on 2026-07-28 6:00 PM - Work Session - Nuisance Abatement Update

This is a City Council work session dedicated solely to a nuisance abatement update. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; it is a discussion item. Transcribed minutes will not be taken, though audio is available upon request.

• Nuisance abatement update discussion

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2026-07-22 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Valdez Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit (CUP 26-03) requested by the City of Valdez to allow a wireless communication tower on Block 5, Block 20 Add. No. 2, Plat 79-7. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May 13, 2026, and a report from the Community Development Director.

• Public hearing for CUP 26-03: wireless communication tower
• Approval of Conditional Use Permit 26-03 for City of Valdez
• Tower location: Block 5, Block 20 Add. No. 2, Plat 79-7
• Approval of May 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Community Development Director's report

Beautification Commission on 2026-06-26 12:00 PM - Regular Meeting (Rescheduled from 6/15/26)

The Valdez Beautification Commission is holding a regular meeting, rescheduled from June 15, to discuss its role and responsibilities and to identify project and maintenance priorities for 2027. The agenda includes public comment periods and commission business, but no specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of Commission role and responsibilities
• Identifying project and maintenance priorities for 2027

Beautification Commission on 2026-07-14 6:00 PM - Joint Work Session with Parks & Recreation Commission - Duck Flats Boardwalk Discussion

Parks and Recreation Commission on 2026-07-14 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting (Note Time Change)

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with two presentations: the city's Communication Manager will introduce FlashVote, and a Beautification Commission member will present the new City of Valdez Art Policy, which was reviewed in March and approved by the Council in April. The commission will also approve minutes from two prior meetings and hear reports from the PRCS Director and Commission Chair.

• Presentation of FlashVote by Communication Manager Sarah Jorgenson-Owen
• Presentation of new City of Valdez Art Policy by Beautification Commission member Elise Sorum-Birk
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2025 and February 10, 2026 meetings

Beautification Commission on 2026-07-14 6:00 PM - Joint Work Session with Parks & Recreation Commission - Duck Flats Boardwalk Discussion

The Valdez Beautification Commission and Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a joint work session to review initial concepts for a boardwalk at Duck Flats. No formal decisions, votes, or funding allocations are scheduled for this meeting. Work sessions do not generate transcribed minutes; an audio recording of the discussion will be available upon request.

• Joint work session between the Beautification and Parks & Recreation Commissions
• Discussion of initial ideas for a Duck Flats Boardwalk project

Parks and Recreation Commission on 2026-07-14 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting (Note Time Change)

The Commission will review a presentation on FlashVote by the Communication Manager. Additionally, the Beautification Commission's new City of Valdez Art Policy will be presented.

• Presentation of FlashVote by Sarah Jorgenson-Owen
• Presentation of the new City of Valdez Art Policy by Elise Sorum-Birk
• Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 10, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council on 2026-07-07 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Ports and Harbor Commission on 2026-06-29 6:30 PM - Special Meeting

The Ports and Harbor Commission will discuss updates to the naming of rates and fees for use of Valdez harbor facilities. The commission also intends to repeal Resolution No. 26-29 regarding those rates and fees.

• Discussion and update of naming rates and fees for use of facilities in the Valdez Harbors
• Repeal of Resolution No. 26-29

City Council on 2026-06-16 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several financial and project items including property insurance and engineering services. The meeting includes a work session on the Valdez Lighthouse Project and discussions regarding temporary land use permits.

• Annual Property and Casualty Insurance Renewal for $932,844
• Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for Baler Replacement Project for $326,466.00
• Contract Amendment #1 with Alaska Scrap & Recycling, LLC for $700,000
• Resolution #26-34: $25,000 Rasmuson Tier One Grant for Valdez Voices and Visions Placemaking Project
• Seven Temporary Land Use Permits for various locations including South Harbor Drive and Pioneer Drive

City Council on 2026-06-16 6:00 PM - Work Session: Valdez Lighthouse Project

This is a work session agenda for the Valdez City Council, dedicated solely to the Valdez Lighthouse Project. No transcribed minutes are taken for work sessions, though audio is available upon request. The agenda contains no specific discussion items, decisions, or proposals beyond the project title itself.

• Valdez Lighthouse Project discussion

City Council on 2026-06-02 6:00 PM - Work Session: Providence Valdez Medical Center Community Advisory Council

The City Council will hold a work session to receive an update from the Providence Valdez Medical Center Community Advisory Council. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• PVMC Community Advisory Council Update

City Council on 2026-06-02 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several new business items including construction change orders and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes second readings for ordinances regarding public accommodation tax and planning/zoning commissions.

• $70,500 change order with Knik Construction for Kelsey Dock Dolphin/Bollard Temp Install
• $139,877 purchase of CAT 265 Tracked Skid Steer and attachments from NC Machinery
• Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City of Valdez and the Valdez Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Physician Retention Agreement with Dr. John Cullen
• Ordinance #26-03: Amending Chapter 3.24 Public Accommodation Tax

Beautification Commission on 2026-05-18 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2026-05-13 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Commission will consider two conditional use permit applications from the City of Valdez regarding property in Evergreen Vista Addition No. 1. Additionally, the body will review a plat for Mineral Creek Koch Subdivision and an amendment to a temporary land use permit for Chugach Outfitters, LLC.

• Public Hearing: Well House (Utility, Class I) conditional use permit
• Public Hearing: Child Care Facility conditional use permit
• Final Plat approval for Mineral Creek Koch Subdivision
• Conditional Use Permit 26-01: Well House on Lot 7, Evergreen Vista Addition No. 1
• Amendment to Temporary Land Use Permit 26-03 for Chugach Outfitters, LLC at Valdez Pipe Yard

City Council on 2026-05-06 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting (Note Date Change Due to Municipal Election)

The City Council will consider establishing the 2026 real property tax rate and several municipal code updates. The meeting also includes certification of the May 5, 2026, regular municipal election results.

• Captain Joe’s Gas 2026 Beautification Grant Project: $12,500
• Valdez Brewing 2026 Beautification Matching Grant Project: $12,050
• Ordinance #26-03: Amending Public Accommodation Tax
• Ordinance #26-04: Repealing and reenacting Title 16 (Subdivisions)
• Ordinance #26-05: Amending Planning and Zoning Commission chapter

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2026-04-22 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Commission will consider a public hearing regarding the repeal and reenactment of Title 16 of the Valdez Municipal Code. Additionally, they will review a temporary land use permit for Alyeska Pipeline Service Company.

• Public Hearing: Proposed Repeal and Reenactment of the Title 16 Subdivision Code
• Recommendation to City Council to repeal and reenact Title 16 (Subdivisions)
• Temporary Land Use Permit #26-07 for Alyeska Pipeline Service Company regarding a 2.5-acre portion of Tract B & E Section 34

City Council on 2026-04-21 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Valdez City Council will vote on several agreements and policies during its April 21 meeting. Key actions include approving a contract for the Valdez Radio Infrastructure Upgrade Project to improve municipal communications, adopting Ordinance #26-02 that establishes firefighter collective bargaining rules, and reviewing the 2026-2027 Valdez City Schools Budget which determines local education funding. The council will also appoint election officials for the May 5 municipal vote.

• Contract award to New Horizons Inc. for the Valdez Radio Infrastructure Upgrade Project ($1,145,135.20)
• Ordinance #26-02 creating a firefighter collective bargaining chapter in Title 2
• Approval of the 2026-2027 Valdez City Schools Budget
• Resolution appointing judges and clerks for the May 5, 2026 municipal election
• MOU with Alyeska Pipeline Service Company for firefighting and emergency response services

Beautification Commission on 2026-04-20 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Commission will discuss the maintenance or replacement of decorative lights on Egan Drive. Members will also vote on recommending two beautification grants to the City Council.

• Discussion: Maintenance or replacement of decorative lights on Egan Drive
• Recommendation: $12,050 grant for Valdez Brewing (Tier 2 Applicant)
• Recommendation: $12,500 grant for Captain Joe’s Gas project

Beautification Commission on 2026-01-12 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting (Note Date and Location Change Due to Holiday)

The Commission will discuss Phase 3 of the Wayfinding Project and options for creating a Public Art Policy Working Group. The meeting also includes a discussion on flash vote and public outreach options.

• Wayfinding Project Phase 3 discussion
• Options for Public Art Policy Working Group creation
• Flash Vote and Public Outreach Options discussion

Valdez Tourism Task Force on 2026-04-15 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Valdez Tourism Task Force will meet to discuss governance structures and oversight mechanisms. These discussions are intended to inform the development of future bylaws.

• Discussion on governance structures and oversight mechanisms in future bylaws

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2026-04-08 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the March 25, 2026 meeting and consider the preliminary plat for the Mineral Creek Koch Subdivision.

• Approval of Preliminary Plat for Mineral Creek Koch Subdivision
• Approval of March 25, 2026 Commission Minutes
• Community Development Director’s Report

City Council on 2026-04-07 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider amending the 2026 budget to allocate funds for tourism and ambulance services, approve a firefighter collective bargaining policy, and authorize a contract for lawn care services. The body will also hear reports from city boards and commissions.

• Amending 2026 budget to allocate $250,000 to Economic Development for tourism
• Amending 2026 budget to allocate $2.8M to Projects Planning Reserve
• Amending 2026 budget to accept $155,197.19 in new ambulance revenue
• Approval of contract with RSR Contracting LLC for lawn care services
• First reading of ordinance creating Firefighter Collective Bargaining chapter

City Council on 2026-04-07 6:00 PM - Work Session - Valdez Museum

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss planning for the Valdez Museum & Historical Archives. No formal decisions or actions are expected; this is a discussion-only meeting. Transcribed minutes will not be taken, but audio will be available upon request.

• Valdez Museum & Historical Archives planning session

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2026-03-25 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting