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 "city": "Sitka",
 "state": "AK",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/sitka/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-21",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Sitka Assembly interviews two finalists for municipal administrator job",
   "summary": "The Sitka City and Borough Assembly is holding a special meeting to interview two finalists for the position of Municipal Administrator: Jeremy Marshall and Gerri Cotter. After the interviews, the Assembly will discuss, direct, and decide on the candidates, possibly in an executive session. Public comment is also scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/8/7722_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-08-21_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7722&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to weigh food truck lot, housing variances, ADU code changes",
   "summary": "The Sitka Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a food truck lot at 328 Lincoln Street, two variances and a preliminary plat for a three-lot subdivision at 1306 Halibut Point Road, and discuss zoning code changes for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The commission will also consider approving the August 5, 2026 meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/8/7721_A_Planning_Commission_26-08-19_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7721&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-11",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly to consider replacing taxicab rules with commercial passenger vehicle regulations",
   "summary": "The Sitka Assembly will hold a first reading of an ordinance that repeals the current taxicab chapter and replaces it with new commercial passenger vehicle regulations, also amending parking rules for buses and taxicabs. The agenda also includes a supplemental appropriation for a fee waiver at Harrigan Centennial Hall, an amendment to a parks and recreation master plan agreement, and several routine items such as minutes approval, marijuana license renewals, and a planning commission reappointment. The meeting will also include a presentation on cruise activity and economic impacts, and an executive session to screen municipal administrator applicants.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/8/7711_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-08-11_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7711&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to hold hearings on zoning and lot adjustments",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider a zoning variance and two property subdivision or merger requests. These decisions affect how land is divided and used at specific addresses in the city.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/8/7714_A_Planning_Commission_26-08-05_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7714&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to hear three land-use requests on Sawmill Creek and Marine Street",
   "summary": "The Sitka Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three land-use requests: a front setback variance at 414 Marine Street, a lot merger and property line adjustment on Sawmill Creek Road, and a preliminary plat for a minor subdivision on Sawmill Creek Road. The commission will also consider approving the July 1, 2026 meeting minutes and hear public comment on non-agenda items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/8/7716_A_Planning_Commission_26-08-05_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7716&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Sitka Planning Commission holds routine meeting with no substantive items",
   "summary": "The Sitka Planning Commission will convene a routine meeting with no substantive agenda items. The body will consider the agenda, minutes, and public comments, but no decisions or discussions on zoning, contracts, or ordinances are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7715_A_Planning_Commission_26-07-30_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7715&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Sitka Planning Commission to meet July 28, 2026",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda contains placeholder text and does not list specific decisions or discussion topics.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7713_A_Planning_Commission_26-07-28_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7713&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly to consider supplemental budgets, industrial park leases, and admin recruitment",
   "summary": "The Sitka Assembly will hold a regular meeting on July 28, 2026, with several new business items including supplemental appropriations for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and a fee waiver for Harrigan Centennial Hall, as well as authorizing a lease to Northern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association at Gary Paxton Industrial Park. The assembly will also discuss requests for proposals for long-term leases of two lots at the industrial park for private sector development, and provide direction on next steps for recruiting a new municipal administrator. Consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7708_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-07-28_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7708_M_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-07-28_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7708&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly reviews Sitka child care reports and survey in work session",
   "summary": "The City and Borough of Sitka Assembly held a work session on child care. Members will review a memo from Assembly members Mosher and Christianson, the 2026 Sitka Child Care Report, an executive brief on the child care system, the ECC survey, and career pathway cost information. The discussion focuses on the current child care system and related costs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7709_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-07-21_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7709&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Sitka Assembly discusses industrial leases, legal contracts, and appointments",
   "summary": "The Assembly will consider several ordinances including a lease for the Gary Paxton Industrial Park and supplemental appropriations for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Discussion also includes a resolution regarding a legal services contract for microplastics contamination claims and filling an Assembly vacancy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7707_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-07-14_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7707_M_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-07-14_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7707&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Zoning variance request for Sawmill Creek Road property",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will consider a minor zoning variance requested by James Penny. The request involves reducing two side setbacks from 15 feet to 10 feet for a boundary line adjustment at 2013 and 2015 Sawmill Creek Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7706_A_Planning_Commission_26-07-01_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7706&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to hear minor zoning variance for Sawmill Creek Road",
   "summary": "The Sitka Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a minor zoning variance request to reduce two side setbacks from 15 feet to 10 feet for a proposed boundary line adjustment at 2013 and 2015 Sawmill Creek Road. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the June 17, 2026 meeting minutes, public comments, and the planning director's report.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7718_A_Planning_Commission_26-07-01_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/7/7718_M_Planning_Commission_26-07-01_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7718&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly votes on rezoning the Gary Paxton special zone.",
   "summary": "The Sitka Assembly will review quarterly financial and police reports, approve a supplemental budget for Secure Rural Schools, and consider zoning and tax code amendments. The body will also reappoint a member to the Investment Committee, screen candidates for Municipal Administrator in executive session, and recognize a service award.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7705_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-06-23_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7705_M_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-06-23_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7705&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on rezoning 6 properties to commercial mobile home district",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major items: a lot merger at 135/137 Knutson Drive and a zoning map amendment to rezone six properties on Halibut Point Road and Kimsham Street from R-1 residential to C-2 general commercial mobile home district. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes from previous sessions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7703_A_Planning_Commission_26-06-17_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7703_M_Planning_Commission_26-06-17_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7703&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Sitka Planning Commission to weigh rezone and lot merger",
   "summary": "The Sitka Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a final plat for a lot merger at 135/137 Knutson Drive and a zoning map amendment for properties on Halibut Point Road and Kimsham Street. The commission will also consider approving minutes from three prior meetings and hear public comment on non-agenda items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7720_A_Planning_Commission_26-06-17_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7720_M_Planning_Commission_26-06-17_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7720&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly discusses child care reports from Southeast Childhood Collective",
   "summary": "The Assembly holds a work session to review the Sitka Child Care Report 2026, a system executive brief, and a community survey on child care needs. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7704_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-06-16_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7704&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly considers Gary Paxton zone changes and PSEA contract",
   "summary": "The Assembly will hold first readings on two ordinances: supplemental appropriations for Secure Rural Schools and amending Title 22 zoning for the Gary Paxton Industrial Park. They will also consider awarding Fisheries Enhancement Fund grants and approving the 2026-2029 PSEA collective bargaining agreement. Consent items include approving minutes and a liquor license renewal for Cold Water Bar & Grill.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7702_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-06-09_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7702_M_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-06-09_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7702&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to weigh two conditional use permits, including ADU and assembly use",
   "summary": "The Sitka Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit applications: one for an accessory dwelling unit at 2011 Sawmill Creek Road and one for an assembly use at the Smokestack building at 801 Lincoln Street. The commission will decide whether to approve these permits after hearing public testimony.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7719_A_Planning_Commission_26-06-03_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7719_M_Planning_Commission_26-06-03_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7719&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to decide on assembly use permit for fine arts campus",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two conditional use permits: an accessory dwelling unit at 2011 Sawmill Creek Road and an assembly use at 801 Lincoln Street (Smokestack building) for the Sitka Fine Arts Campus.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7701_A_Planning_Commission_26-06-03_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/6/7701_M_Planning_Commission_26-06-03_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7701&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly to finalize FY2027 budgets and charter amendment",
   "summary": "The City and Borough Assembly will hold a regular meeting to adopt final budgets for fiscal year 2027, including the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and capital improvement plans. They will also set property tax millage rates for the upcoming year and vote on a charter amendment regarding initiative and referendum to be placed on the October 2026 ballot. Additionally, the assembly will accept the resignation of Assembly Member Timothy Pike and appoint a new member to the Local Emergency Planning Committee.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7700_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-05-26_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7700_M_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-05-26_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7700&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to hear plat note change, subdivision, and two food permits",
   "summary": "The Sitka Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four items: a plat note amendment for a height restriction, a conceptual minor subdivision, and two conditional use permits for food trucks/trailers. All items are open for public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7717_A_Planning_Commission_26-05-20_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7717_M_Planning_Commission_26-05-20_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7717&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to decide on subdivision for community land trust",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on four items: amending a build height restriction on Lot 9 at 1415 Davidoff Street, approving a minor subdivision into three lots at 1306 Halibut Point Road for Sitka Community Land Trust, and issuing conditional use permits for a food trailer at 330 Seward Street and a food truck at 331 Lincoln Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7698_A_Planning_Commission_26-05-20_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7698_M_Planning_Commission_26-05-20_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7698&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly adopts FY2027 budgets with utility rate and harbor fee hikes",
   "summary": "The Assembly will hold first reading of ordinances adopting the FY2027 operating and capital budgets for all funds, including rate increases for public utilities and harbor fees. They will also discuss a child care needs analysis report and consider a charter amendment on initiative and referendum. Consent items include approving minutes and appointing members to the Local Emergency Planning Committee.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7699_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-05-12_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7699_M_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-05-12_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7699&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission considers concrete batch plant on Granite Creek Road",
   "summary": "The Sitka Planning Commission holds public hearings on three conditional use permits: a short-term rental at 111 Wolff Drive, a bed and breakfast at 130 Anna Drive, and a concrete batch plant at 400 Granite Creek Road. The commission also considers a zoning text amendment for the Gary Paxton Industrial Park.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7696_A_Planning_Commission_26-05-06_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/5/7696_M_Planning_Commission_26-05-06_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7696&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Assembly to consider state loan for WWTP disinfection upgrade",
   "summary": "The Sitka Assembly will consider a resolution authorizing a State Revolving Fund loan for a wastewater treatment plant effluent disinfection system. Other business includes first readings of ordinances on donations, naming public places, and postponing meetings. The assembly will also hear an appeal of a public records request denial and review a sustainability commission work plan.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/4/7686_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-04-28_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/4/7686_M_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-04-28_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7686&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-24",
   "body": "City and Borough Assembly",
   "headline": "Interviewing municipal administrator candidates",
   "summary": "The assembly will interview candidate Jenny Alber and discuss next steps for both Alber and a second applicant, Dahl, possibly in executive session. They will decide on the process moving forward.",
   "agenda_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/4/7695_A_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-04-24_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://legistar1.granicus.com/Sitka/meetings/2026/4/7695_M_City_and_Borough_Assembly_26-04-24_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://sitka.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?LEGID=7695&GID=98&G=3C3263A1-439F-4A7D-8F9E-B05DD1696EAC"
  }
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