Valdez public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Valdez City Council will review resolutions regarding land sales in the Mineral Creek Subdivision and airport subleases. The council is also set to consider budget amendments for state grants and technology upgrades for the local jail.

• Proposal from Valdez Veterinary Services, LLC for development of Mineral Creek Subdivision lots
• $43,000 award from Alaska Department of Corrections for jail technology upgrades
• $9,076.41 grant from Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
• Sublease of Airport Terminal Building with Alaska Wing Civil Air Patrol
• New rates and fees for use of Valdez Harbor facilities

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task Force is reviewing member comments regarding its draft recommendations to the City Council. This meeting focuses on discussing feedback related to the task force's draft strategic plan.

• Discussion of task force member feedback on draft recommendations to City Council

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is holding a work session to review the draft 2024 matching grant packet and timeline. This meeting serves in lieu of a regular December meeting.

• Review Draft 2024 Beautification Matching Grant Packet
• Review Draft 2024 Beautification Matching Grant Timeline

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the 2024 budget and review multiple budget amendments. The agenda also includes contract extensions, a property sale proposal, and various city reports.

• Adoption of the 2024 Budget (Resolution #23-58)
• $137,460.00 contract extension to Chugach Cleaning Company, LLC
• $179,650.00 contract extension to X-DLX Investments Corp
• $880,000 Thread Child Care Community Innovation Grant amendment
• Pipeline Club Property Sale Proposal by Valdez Veterinary Services, LLC

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a proposal for the sale of the Pipeline Club property. The discussion involves Valdez Veterinary Services, LLC and Kate Foster.

• Pipeline Club property sale proposal involving Valdez Veterinary Services, LLC and Kate Foster

Ports and Harbor Commission

The Commission will consider recommendations regarding rates and fees for using Valdez Harbor facilities. The meeting also includes a recommendation to the City Council to adopt Terminal Tariff No. 100-XX.

• Approval of November 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Recommendation for harbor rates and fees and repeal of Resolution No. 23-19
• Recommendation to City Council to adopt Terminal Tariff No. 100-XX

City Council

The City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss public and staff comments regarding the October 2023 Title 17 Zoning Code Revision draft. The agenda also includes training for Planning & Zoning Commissioners on conducting public hearings.

• Public and City Staff Comments on the October 2023 Title 17 Zoning Code Revision draft
• Public Hearing Training for Planning & Zoning Commissioners

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 City Budget. The agenda includes several budget amendments, contract approvals, and appointments to various commissions.

• Public Hearing: 2024 City Budget
• Contract with Orion Construction, Inc. for HHES Roof, Door & Siding Replacement ($9,528,585)
• Resolution #23-57: Appropriating $9.8 million to the Hermon Hutchens Elementary School Exterior Upgrade Project
• Resolution #23-55: Supporting State of Alaska Municipal Harbor Facilities Grant Program ($7,644,677)
• Resolution #23-56: Amending 2023 budget for $1,140.50 to the Police Scholarship Reserve Fund

Beautification Commission

The commission will elect a Chair and Chair Pro Tempore. The agenda includes reports on the Memorial Bench Policy and the Beautification Matching Grant Program.

• Election of Chair and Chair Pro Tempore
• Memorial Bench Policy report
• Beautification Matching Grant Program update
• Deferral of 2023 Beautification Matching Grant to Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 1971

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review proposed updates to the Park and Recreation Area Use Regulations for the Mineral Creek Trail Ordinance. The meeting also includes a report on the Fiscal Year 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission budget.

• Review of Chapter 12.08.010 of the Park and Recreation Area Use Regulations for Mineral Creek Trail Ordinance
• Fiscal Year 2024 PRCS Budget Overview report

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work session to discuss the 2024 budget. The agenda also includes revisiting previous topics and discussing matters related to legal issues and the Ports and Harbor Division.

• 2024 Budget Workshop
• Ports and Harbor Division discussion
• Revisit of previous topics
• Legal matters

City Council

The City Council will consider a retail marijuana store license for Coastal Cannabis Company. The agenda also includes a resolution for a $150,000 mariculture feasibility study grant and a procurement report for street paving.

• Retail Marijuana Store License issuance for Cannabis 49, LLC dba Coastal Cannabis Company
• Resolution #23-53: $150,000 grant application for Mariculture Processing Feasibility Studies
• Kobuk Street Asphalt Paving purchase order with Harris Sand & Gravel for $49,416.00
• Animal Shelter Appreciation Week 2023 Proclamation

Ports and Harbor Commission

The Commission will discuss changes to port tariff rates and harbor fees for facility use. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 1 and August 7, 2023.

• Discussion on harbor rates and fees for use of facilities in Valdez harbors
• Approval of May 1, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of August 7, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget workshop regarding the 2024 budget. The session focuses on the Economic Development and Public Safety divisions, as well as revisiting other topics.

• 2024 Budget Workshop: Economic Development
• 2024 Budget Workshop: Public Safety Division

City Council

The City Council is holding a joint work session with the Planning & Zoning Commission. The discussion focuses on significant changes and topics regarding the Title 17 Zoning Code.

• Title 17 Zoning Code Revision discussion

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget workshop regarding the 2024 budget. The session focuses on the Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services Division as well as the Facilities, Fleet, & Infrastructure Division.

• 2024 Budget Workshop: Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services Division
• 2024 Budget Workshop: Facilities, Fleet, & Infrastructure Division

City Council

The Valdez City Council is conducting a budget work session focused on community service organizations. No transcribed minutes are taken for this work session.

• Budget discussion for community service organizations

Economic Diversification Commission

The commission is conducting a work session focused on the 2023 Economic Strategic Plan. The meeting includes a note regarding a date change for this session.

• 2023 Economic Strategic Plan work session

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions, including a $450,000 budget appropriation for legal fees. The meeting includes discussions on jail contracts, teleconference policies, and federal matching funds.

• Resolution #23-50: Appropriating $450,000 to Legal Department from Repayment Reserve
• Resolution #23-52: Authorizing $70,000 in matching grant funds for a NOAA project
• Approval of FY2023 Community Jail Contract with State of Alaska
• Renewal of Marijuana Cultivation Facility License for DKW Farms, LLC
• Appointments to the Parks & Recreation Commission

City Council

The City Council will review annual updates from the Ports & Harbors and Capital Facilities departments. This is a work session, and transcribed minutes are not taken.

• Ports & Harbors Department Annual Report
• 2023 Capital Facilities Department Report

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work session to discuss the 2024 budget for the Education, Museum, and Administration divisions. No transcribed minutes are taken for this work session.

• 2024 Budget Workshop for Education, Museum, and Administration Divisions

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a joint work session regarding the Title 17 Zoning Code Revision Draft. The regular meeting includes public hearings and potential approvals for a church roof structure variance and an LPG storage tank permit.

• Title 17 Zoning Code Revision Draft
• Variance 23-02: First Baptist Church roof encroachment at 341 Mendeltna Street
• CUP 23-03: Petro Star Inc. dba North Pacific Fuel 18,000-gallon LPG storage tank

City Council

The City Council is holding a joint work session with the Planning and Zoning Commission. The discussion focuses on a draft revision of the Title 17 zoning code.

• Title 17 Zoning Code Revision Draft

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget work session to review the 2024 budget. The discussion includes an overview of revenues and reserves. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• 2024 Budget Workshop: overview, revenues, and reserves

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider entering an executive session. This session is for discussing a potential settlement related to redistricting fees and costs issues.

• Approval to enter executive session regarding redistricting fees and costs

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task Force will meet to discuss finalizing its recommendations. The meeting includes planning the final report with the Stellar Group.

• Finalizing Task Force Recommendations

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve a specific section of the Park and Recreation Area Use Regulations. This item concerns the Mineral Creek Trail Ordinance.

• Review and approval of Chapter 12.08.010 regarding Mineral Creek Trail Ordinance

City Council

The council will review several budget amendments, including $801,275 for Senior Apartments scope increases. They will also consider a $290,000.000 agreement amendment for covered parking construction with Valdez Senior Housing Associates, LLC. The agenda includes reports from the Child Care Task Force and various commission appointments.

• $801,275 budget appropriation for Senior Apartments
• $290,000.000 agreement amendment for covered parking construction
• $108,000 transfer to Leave Liability Reserve
• Resolution regarding federal employee service payments during shutdowns
• Renewal of liquor and marijuana store licenses

City Council

The agenda is procedural, consisting only of a notice for the Valdez Museum and Historic Archive Association Corporation annual meeting. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Valdez Museum and Historic Archive Association Corporation Annual Meeting

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task $Task Force will meet to discuss middle and long-term goal setting. The group will also set intentions for its October 5th meeting.

• Middle and long-term goal setting
• Setting intentions for the October 5th meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review two final plat applications. These items involve replatting existing lots within the Port Valdez Subdivision and the C.V.E.A. Plant Site.

• Final Plat for Gilson Properties Subdivision (#23-03)
• Final Plat for 2023 CVEA - CVT Subdivision

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to update rates and fees for the Valdez Convention and Civic Center. The council will also consider extending a professional services agreement with Hilltop Securities, Inc. for $75,000.

• Resolution #23-45 updating Convention and Civic Center rates and fees
• One-year extension of Professional Services Agreement with Hilltop Securities, Inc. ($75,000)
• Proclamation for Ed Frank’s retirement
• July 2023 Monthly Treasury Report

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task Force will discuss establishing short term actionable goals. The meeting includes a review of Resolution 23-072 and planning for the upcoming timeline and schedule.

• Establishing Short Term Actionable Goals
• Review of Resolution 23-072
• Timeline and Schedule Planning

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit modification for a recreational vehicle campground. Additionally, the body will consider approval of two preliminary plats for property subdivisions.

• Public Hearing: Modification of Conditional Use Permit for ACH Properties, LLC / Kate and John Spadafora RV Campground
• Preliminary Plat: Gilson Properties Subdivision (#23-03) creating Lots 4A and 5A of Tract H
• Preliminary Plat: 2023 CVEA - CVT Subdivision creating Lots 1A and 2A

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review the August 8, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes an annual operations report and a director's report.

• Approval of August 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Annual Operations Report
• Director’s Report

City Council

The Council will review the 2022 Financial Audit and a request for a covered parking structure from Valdez Senior Housing Associates, LLC. Additionally, a resolution is proposed to seek proposals for the lease or sale of specific lots in the Mineral Creek Subdivision.

• Resolution #23-44: Request for Proposals for lease or sale of Lots 4a, 6-7, and 9b, Block 33, Mineral Creek Subdivision
• Discussion regarding a covered parking structure request by Valdez Senior Housing Associates, LLC
• Approval of the 2022 Financial Audit
• Appointments to the Economic Diversification Commission, Beautification Commission, and VMHA Board of Directors
• Quarterly Financial Summary Reports for June 30, 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding a federal lobbying update. This includes a review of the strategic plan with Capitol Hill Consulting Group. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• Federal lobbying update and strategic plan with Capitol Hill Consulting Group

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The task force will review Resolution 23-072 and plan future meeting timelines. Kathleen Phillips, Healthy & Equitable Communities Program Coordinator, is scheduled for a public appearance.

• Establishing short-term actionable goals
• Review of Resolution 23-072
• Timeline and schedule planning
• Public appearance by Kathleen Phillips

City Council

The Valdez City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the City Manager contract. The agenda includes a request for approval to enter an executive session regarding this matter.

• Approval to enter executive session regarding City Manager contract

City Council

The City Council will hold interviews for City Manager candidates. No formal action will be taken during this meeting and no transcribed minutes will be produced.

• City Manager Candidate Interviews

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing and review a variance request from Doug Johnson to construct a roof structure encroaching into the side yard setback at 1223 Coho Place. Additionally, a report will be issued regarding Temporary Land Use Permit #23-07 for The Fireweed 400, Inc. at 911 Meals Avenue.

• Public Hearing and Variance 23-01: Roof structure setback encroachment at 1223 Coho Place
• Temporary Land Use Permit #23-07: The Fireweed 400, Inc. for approximately 46,445 square foot portion of 911 Meals Avenue

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task Force will review updates from two subcommittees. These reports cover sustainable funding and management structures.

• Sustainable Funding Subcommittee Update report
• Management Structures Subcommittee Update report

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Valdez Convention and Visitors Bureau Budget and Work Plan. No transcribed minutes are taken for this work session.

• Valdez Convention and Visitors Bureau Budget and Work Plan

Economic Diversification Commission

The commission will hold a work session focused on the 2023 Economic Strategic Plan. The meeting is designated for economic development strategic planning.

• 2023 Economic Strategic Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider a $2,734,564.00 contract for Library/Museum HVAC upgrades and a settlement agreement in Lopez v. City of Valdez. The agenda also includes establishing 2024 budget priorities and amending the 2023 budget to accept grant funds for harbor reconstruction.

• $2,734,564.00 contract with Orion Construction Inc. for Library/Museum HVAC upgrades
• Resolution #23-42: $317,476 budget amendment for Small Boat Harbor H-K reconstruction
• Approval of Lopez v. City of Valdez settlement agreement
• Resolution #23-43: Establishing fees for temporary land use permits on city property
• Appointments to the Ports & Harbors and Economic Diversification Commissions

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding Public Works Department operations. The session includes an operation report from the department. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• Public Works Department Operation Report

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss potential conflicts with October and December meeting dates. The commission will also discuss extending the trail system to Alpine Woods.

• Discussion of October and December meeting date conflicts
• Discussion regarding extension of trail system to Alpine Woods
• Report on Municipal Naming, Monument and Sponsorship Policy Guide

Ports and Harbor Commission

The commission will review airport advertising and marketing wall space. The agenda also includes a review of Valdez Municipal Code 2.56 regarding the Ports and Harbors Commission.

• Review of Airport Advertising & Marketing Wall Space
• Review of Valdez Municipal Code 2.56 Ports and Harbors Commission

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task Force will conduct a review of the Workforce and Facilities Subcommittee. This is the only discussion item listed on the agenda.

• Workforce and Facilities Subcommittee Review

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure items, including a budget amendment for pavement management and a new water line contract. The meeting also includes an appointment to the Providence Valdez Medical Center Community Advisory Council and a request to enter executive session regarding legal settlements.

• Change Order #1 with Harris Sand & Gravel, Inc. for Whalen Avenue CMGC ($220,420.80)
• Contract with Keith’s Plumbing & Heating for water line extension at 534 W. Pioneer Dr. ($32,243.00)
• Resolution #23-40: Amending the 2023 Budget to transfer $286,276 to Pavement Management Phase III
• Temporary Land Use Permit #23-07 for The Fireweed 400, Inc. at 911 Meals Avenue
• Executive session discussion regarding Redistricting Attorneys’ Fees and Lopez v. City of Valdez

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work session for the Annual Permanent Fund Meeting. The provided agenda does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

• No specific agenda items were listed for this work session.

City Council

The City Council will review a contract amendment for the Sewer Force Main Replacement Project and a purchase for a Volvo articulated hauler. Other items include lease amendments for Silver Bay Seafoods and a request for proposals regarding Pipeline Club property.

• Contract Amendment #2 with Day Engineering for $2,700,000 (Sewer Force Main Replacement Project)
• Purchase of Volvo A30G Articulated Hauler for $488,792.00
• Resolution #23-39 regarding Silver Bay Seafoods leases
• Request for Proposals draft for Pipeline Club Property
• Purchase of Romtec Restroom for Meals Hill for $56,349.91

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work session regarding the Strategic Communications Plan process. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled for this session.

• Strategic Communications Plan Process

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is holding a work session to discuss the planning of an Art Walk and Mural Grant Program. This meeting is for discussion purposes only; transcribed minutes are not taken for work sessions.

• Art Walk/Mural Grant Program Planning and Discussion

City Council

The City Council will vote on major infrastructure contracts for sewer replacement and hospital reconstruction. The agenda also includes budget amendments for a public health program and updates to personnel regulations.

• Sewer Force Main Replacement Project contract for $24,283,312.03
• SBH H-K Major Reconstruction Project contract for $16,384,100.00
• Budget amendment of $63,753,48 for the Healthy and Equitable Communities Program
• Petition for up to 10 additional restaurant or eating place licenses
• Professional services agreement with Wolf Architecture, Inc. for $73,888

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to reconsider the Robe Lake Swierk Two Subdivision plat. The agenda also includes approvals for the Alpine Woods Walker Subdivision and a temporary land use permit for Orion Construction.

• Reconsideration of Final Plat for Robe Lake Swierk Two Subdivision
• Approval of Final Plat for Alpine Woods Walker Subdivision
• Temporary Land Use Permit #23-11 for Orion Construction at 560 W Hanagita Street
• Report on Temporary Land Use Permit 23-08 for 3100 Richardson Highway

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Valdez Police Department Operations Report. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• Valdez Police Department Operations Report

Beautification Commission

The commission will discuss a recommendation regarding the removal of the gazebo on the Richardson Highway. The meeting also includes a report on Valdez Harbor beautification efforts and setting project priorities.

• Recommendation on removal of the Richardson Highway gazebo
• Report on Valdez Harbor beautification efforts
• Setting Commission project priorities

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task Force will discuss a facility rubric and a proposed subcommittee process. The group will also receive a report on preliminary feedback from a child care professional survey.

• Review of Facility Rubric
• Proposed Subcommittee Process
• Report: Preliminary Feedback from Child Care Professional Survey

Economic Diversification Commission

The Economic Diversification Commission will hold a joint work session with the Ports and Harbor Commission. The discussion focuses on updates regarding mariculture provided by the Alaska Blue Economy Center.

• Mariculture Update with Alaska Blue Economy Center

City Council

The City Council will review several professional service agreements and contract extensions. The meeting includes a work session regarding updates to employee personnel regulations and discussion of reimbursement bond options.

• Amendment to 2023 Capital Request for Providence Valdez Medical Center for $471,000
• Annual Property and Casualty Insurance Renewal for $884,092 over two years
• Professional Services Agreement with NV5 for aerial photography and lidar services for $144,961
• Professional Services Agreement with Hale & Associates for brokerage services for $72,000
• Resolution 23-35: Amending the 2023 City Budget to accept a $1,780 grant from the State of Alaska Highway Safety Office

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss Resolution 23-32. The discussion focuses on adopting updates to the City of Valdez Employee Personnel Regulations and assigning a new effective date.

• Discussion of Resolution 23-32 regarding employee personnel regulations

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing requests to divide or re-map existing land lots. These applications include several subdivisions in Alpine Woods, Robe Lake, and the USS 4868 Kennedy area.

• Preliminary Plat for Alpine Woods Walker Subdivision
• Final Plat for Robe Lake Swierk Two Subdivision (#22-8)
• Final Plat for USS 4868 Kennedy Subdivision (#22-09)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a request to explore the possibility of opening swing gates on the West Dike Trail. The agenda also includes approval of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes and a monthly report.

• Request to discuss opening swing gates on West Dike Trail
• Approval of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• PRCS Monthly Report

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The City of Valdez Child Care Crisis Task Force meeting scheduled for June 8, 2023, was canceled due to schedule conflicts. No discussion items were addressed.

• No items were discussed as the meeting was canceled.

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The task force will receive a presentation on Alaska’s Early Learning System and Resources. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding expert panel structure and desired outcomes.

• Presentation: Introduction to Alaska’s Early Learning System and Resources
• Discussion: Expert Panel Structure and Desired Outcomes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval for a request by Silver Ridge Properties LLC. The request involves modifying previously approved Conditional Use Permit 21-04 for properties at 1129, 1157, and 1175 W Egan Drive.

• Public Hearing for Conditional Use Permit 23-01 (Silver Ridge Properties LLC)
• Modification of Conditional Use Permit 21-04 for Lots 3, 4, & 5, Block 1, St. Patrick’s Subdivision
• Proposed changes for 1129, 1157, & 1175 W Egan Drive

City Council

The council will consider contracts for electrical repairs at Fisherman’s Wharf and pool repairs at VHS. Agenda items also include amending the 2023 city budget to accept FEMA grant revenues and fund park development. Additionally, the council will review the 2023-2024 Valdez City Schools Budget.

• $370,000.00 contract with Curtis Electric, LLC for Fisherman’s Wharf electrical repairs
• $110,818.00 contract award to Orion Construction, INC for VHS Pool Column Repair Project
• Amending the 2023 City Budget to accept $825,458.96 in FEMA grant revenues
• Transferring $350,000 from the General Fund to the Park Meals Hill Development Account
• Approval of the 2023-2024 Valdez City Schools Budget

City Council

The Board of Equalization will hold public hearings regarding appeals. The provided agenda does not list specific cases or details.

• Public hearings for appeals

City Council

The Board of Equalization will conduct public hearings regarding property tax appeals. This meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM at the Civic Center Conference Room.

• Board of Equalization Hearing - Appeals

Economic Diversification Commission

The Economic Diversification Commission will discuss a Seatrade update and "Valdez by the numbers." The commission will also consider approving minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of April 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• Seatrade update
• Valdez by the numbers

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task Force is meeting to discuss facility assessments. The group will work on establishing criteria for an assessment rubric and identifying an initial list of facilities for consideration.

• Establishing criteria for a facility assessment rubric
• Identifying an initial list of facilities for consideration

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a temporary land use permit for the End of the Road Ren Fair at 251 Pioneer Drive. They will also review a preliminary plat for the Kennedy Subdivision.

• Temporary Land Use Permit #23-05 for End of the Road Ren Fair
• Preliminary Plat for USS 4868 Kennedy Subdivision

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a report regarding the Meals Hill 65% design and funding update. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 11, 2023.

• Meals Hill 65% design and funding update report
• Approval of April 11, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will certify the May 2, 2023, municipal election results and consider several large contracts. Items include funding for glacier stream erosion mitigation, hospital expenditures, and various budget transfers.

• Contract with Harris Sand & Gravel for Glacier Stream Erosion Mitigation Project: $3,699,600
• Contract with Build Alaska General Contracting, LLC for VHS Exterior Door Replacement Project: $279,720.00
• Hospital Project Expenditures not to exceed $6,375,000
• Budget amendment transferring $600,000 to Flood Mitigation and Maintenance Reserve Glacier Stream Landfill Protection Project
• Budget amendment transferring $2,793,800 from Valdez Housing Improvement Authority Fund to housing programs

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review three requests for temporary land use permits involving public right-of-way or city-owned property. The commission will also receive a report regarding a previously issued permit for Pulseline Adventure, LLC.

• Temporary Land Use Permit 23-09: Roadside Potatohead Too, LLC (369 sq ft adjacent to Lot 12, Block 40, Harbor Subdivision)
• Temporary Land Use Permit 23-06: Fat Mermaid Restaurant (518 sq ft adjacent to Lot 1A, Block 39A, Harbor Subdivision)
• Temporary Land Use Permit 23-10: Faith Harbor Fellowship (334 Galena Drive, Lot 22, Block 35 Mineral Creek Subdivision)
• Report on Temporary Land Use Permit 23-03: Pulseline Adventure, LLC (7,500 sq ft adjacent to North Harbor Drive)

City Council

The agenda contains only a notice for a Board of Equalization hearing. No specific details or subject matters are provided in the document.

• Board of Equalization Hearing

Flood Mitigation Task Force

The Flood Mitigation Task Force is holding its regular quarterly meeting. The agenda includes a project update regarding the Glacier Stream Project and a meeting with DNR Commissioner John Boyle.

• Project Update on the Glacier Stream Project
• Meeting with DNR Commissioner John Boyle

City Council

The City Council will vote on property tax adjustments and contracts for park shelter repairs. The meeting includes public hearings regarding ordinances for peddlers and for-hire vehicles. The council will also review beautification grant funding and a commissioner's resignation.

• Contract with CMH Construction, LLC for $142,428.00 for Park Shelter Structural Repairs
• $73,995.20 in funding for 2023 Beautification Matching Grant Tier 1 applicants
• $21,060.00 in funding for 2023 Beautification Matching Grant Tier 2 applicants
• Ordinance #23-03 regarding property tax adjustments for disaster-affected property
• Public hearings for ordinances on peddlers and for-hire vehicles

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The Child Care Crisis Task Force will hold a work session to review Community INNOVATE Grant applications. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• Community INNOVATE Grant application review

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a temporary land use permit for Wilson Brothers Distributing at 226 S Harbor Drive. Staff will also provide reports on the Hazard Mitigation Plan implementation and a land use permit for Valdez Adventure Alliance.

• Temporary Land Use Permit #23-04: Wilson Brothers Distributing, 1.44 acres at 226 S Harbor Drive
• Temporary Land Use Permit #23-01: Valdez Adventure Alliance, ~6,000 square feet at 1500 Valdez Glacier Road
• Report on the Implementation of the Hazard Mitigation Plan

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates regarding the development of the Meal Hill Project. The agenda also includes a discussion about renaming Shoup Bay Trail.

• Meal Hill Project development update
• Shoup Bay Trail renaming
• Approval of February 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Beautification Commission

The commission will consider recommendations for the 2023 Beautification Matching Grant. This includes funding requests for both Tier 1 and Tier 2 applicants. These recommendations are being presented to the City Council for approval.

• Recommendation of $73,995.20 for Tier 1 grant applicants
• Recommendation of $21,060.00 for Tier 2 grant applicants
• Approval of February 23, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several heavy equipment purchases and multiple grant applications. The agenda also includes a first reading for an ordinance regarding property tax adjustments following a disaster.

• Purchase of 2023 CAT 906 Compact Loader from NC Machinery for $148,141.00
• Purchase of 2023 CAT 966 Loader from NC Machinery for $426,075.00
• Purchase of 2024 Peterbilt 520 Chassis with Labrie Starlight body for $385,746.00
• Purchase of 2024 Peterbilt 567 Truck with Stellar Hook Lift for $275,138.76
• Purchase of 2023 CAT 966 Loader from NC Machinery for $417,353.00

City Council

The Museum Corporation will consider amendments to its Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. The meeting also includes the consideration of two applicants for the Board of Directors.

• Amendment to Article IX (b) of the Articles of Incorporation
• Amendments to the Bylaws of the Valdez Museum and Historical Archive, Inc.
• Board of Directors appointment: Jim Shirrell
• Board of Directors appointment: Karen Allred

Child Care Crisis Task Force

The task force will conduct an initial meeting including member introductions and a task force overview. The meeting also includes a work session regarding the community INNOVATION Grant with thread1.

• Member introductions and task force overview
• Community INNOVATION Grant Q&A session with thread1

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new conflict of interest policy for city officials and review quarterly financial reports. The agenda also includes marijuana license renewals and appointments to the Museum & Historical Archive Board.

• Resolution #23-13: Authorizing an operating agreement for Valdez Senior Housing Associates, LLC
• Discussion regarding City Officials Conflict of Interest Policy
• Marijuana license renewals for DKW Farms LLC and Herbal Outfitters, LLC
• Appointment of Jim Shirrell to the Museum & Historical Archive Board
• Review of Quarterly Financial Summary Reports for December 31, 2022

Ports and Harbor Commission

The Commission will consider recommendations regarding harbor rates, fees, and the residential surcharge. The agenda also includes a discussion on the H-K Harbor Reconstruction Project and a ferry authority feasibility study.

• Naming of rates and fees for use of Valdez harbor facilities
• Update to the Harbor Residential Surcharge fee structure
• Renewal of Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Valdez Yellow Cab
• H-K Harbor Reconstruction Project update
• Feasibility Study for Prince William Sound Ferry Authority, Phase 1 Summary

Beautification Commission

The commission is conducting a work session to review the 2023 Beautification Matching Grant Applications. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• Review of 2023 Beautification Matching Grant Applications

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including a large appropriation for capital and major maintenance projects. Other items include contract approvals for center control systems and various land use and fee waiver requests.

• Approval of $1,244,000.00 contract with Wolverine Summit JV for Senior Center and Civic Center controls upgrades
• Resolution #23-08: Transferring $14,227 from Reserve Funds to General Fund for Prince William Sound College costs
• Resolution #23-10: Waiving landfill fees for Valdez Fisheries Development Association up to $10,000
• Resolution #23-11: Transferring $17,500 to the Citywide Public Access AED Program
• Resolution #23-12: Appropriating $13.5M to Council-Approved Capital and Major Maintenance Projects

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review a land sale proposal from Raymond & Estefania Stock. The discussion involves the property formerly known as the Pipeline Property and includes conceptual drawings for 120-142 Egan Dr.

• Proposal from Raymond & Estefania Stock for Pipeline Club property
• RFP for negotiated land sale at Egan
• Conceptual drawing draft for 120-142 Egan Dr

City Council

The meeting consists of a Board of Equalization training session. No official business is scheduled to take place during this work session.

Beautification Commission

The commission will discuss options for refurbishing the Royal Center Mural. The meeting also includes a request to approve a $695 KVAK advertising package for the 2023 Beautification Grant deadline.

• Discussion of options for refurbishing the Royal Center Mural
• Approval of a $695 KVAK advertising package for the 2023 Beautification Grant deadline

City Council

The Valdez City Council is holding a work session to discuss hospital projects. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session, though audio is available upon request.

• Discussion of hospital projects

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider Temporary Land Use Permit 23-02. This involves a two-month permit for 907 Snowcat, LLC to use part of the property at 3001 Richardson Highway.

• Temporary Land Use Permit 23-02 for 907 Snowcat, LLC
• Use of approximately 2,200 square foot portion of 3001 Richardson Highway

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding the 2023 projects funding strategy. The agenda includes resolutions to establish a child care crisis task force and amend a lease for the Valdez Medical Clinic, LLC. The council will also review property tax exemption applications and liquor license renewals.

• Resolution #23-07: Establishing the Valdez Child Care Crisis Task Force
• Resolution #23-06: Lease amendment for Valdez Medical Clinic, LLC at Mary Kevin Gilson Medical Center
• 2023 Community Purpose Property Tax Exemption Applications
• Liquor license renewals for BPO Elks Lodge #25 and Valdez Brewing LLC
• Work session on 2023 Projects Funding Strategy

Flood Mitigation Task Force

The Flood Mitigation Task Force will hold its regular quarterly meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Glacier Stream Landfill Protection Project Report.

• Glacier Stream Landfill Protection Project Report

City Council

The Council will certify the February 7, 2023, special election results and consider ordinances regarding property taxes and explosives. The agenda also includes contract amendments for a marketing campaign and harbor reconstruction.

• Contract amendment with Thompson & Co. for $145,000 for a 2023 marketing campaign
• Contract amendment with Harris Sand and Gravel, INC. for $120,000 for the Small Boat Harbor H-K Major Reconstruction Project
• Ordinance #23-01 to repeal and re-enact property tax regulations
• Ordinance #23-02 amending regulations for fireworks, explosives, and stench bombs
• Resolution 23-05 authorizing a lease amendment for the Valdez Motor Sports Club

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding the 2023 Long Range Plan Update for capital projects. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• Capital Projects Work Session: 2023 Long Range Plan Update

City Council

The City Council and School Board will hold a joint work session to discuss early childhood community needs. The session includes presentations on an assessment report from the Stellar Group and kindergarten readiness data from Valdez City Schools. Members will discuss next steps, including prioritizing action items and the potential formation of a Citizen’s Advisory Group.

• Presentation of Early Childhood Need Assessment Report by the Stellar Group
• Presentation of Kindergarten Readiness Data from Valdez City Schools
• Discussion regarding the formation of a Citizen’s Advisory Group

Beautification Commission

The commission will discuss city project priorities based on the 2022 Long Range Plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Coast Guard City Sign alternatives and options for refurbishing the Royal Center Mural.

• Discussion of Beautification Commission City Project Priorities
• Discussion of Coast Guard City Sign alternatives
• Initial conversation on options for refurbishing the Royal Center Mural
• Approval of December 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Economic Diversification Commission

The Economic Diversification Commission held a work session to discuss Valdez by the numbers and a proposal regarding the development of the Pipeline Club property.

• Pipeline Club property development proposal
• Valdez by the numbers discussion

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to accept $5,000,000 in state grant funds for harbor reconstruction. The agenda also includes updates to property tax and fireworks ordinances.

• Resolution #23-04: Accepting $5,000,000 in state grant funds for the Small Boat Harbor H-K Major Reconstruction Project
• Ordinance #23-01: Repealing and re-enacting property tax regulations
• Contract extension with Altman Rogers for $87,740 for the 2022 financial audit
• Professional services agreement with Kim Hutchinson for $50,000 for state lobbyist services
• Ordinance #23-02: Amending regulations on fireworks, explosives, and stench bombs

City Council

The Valdez City Council is holding a work session regarding an update to the Hospital Master Plan. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• Hospital Master Plan Update

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will elect a new Chair and determine meeting times for the remainder of 2023. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the December 15, 2022, meeting.

• Election of Parks & Recreation Commission Chair
• Determination of 2023 meeting schedule
• Approval of December 15, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss legislative priorities and a fuel oil spill remediation agreement. The council also considers a budget amendment to accept a $250,000 Rasmuson Foundation grant for the Valdez Senior Living Apartment Project. Additionally, the agenda includes establishing new EMS fees and a procurement report for a mini ramp.

• $250,000 Rasmuson Foundation grant for Valdez Senior Living Apartment Project
• Right of Entry Agreement with Valdez Food Cache, LLC for fuel oil spill remediation
• Establishment of new Emergency Medical Services fees
• Purchase of a half pipe mini ramp for $59,897.32
• Appointment of Sarah Jorgenson-Owen to the Parks and Recreation Commission

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive an update from the state lobbyist and discuss legislative priorities for 2023. Transcribed minutes are not taken for this work session.

• State lobbyist update
• 2023 legislative priorities