City and Borough of Sitka

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Nestled at the foot of magnificent glacial carved mountains facing the Pacific Ocean on Baranof Island, Sitka is located on the outer coast of Alaska’s Inside Passage and lies at the heart of the largest temperate rain forest in the world, the Tongass National Forest. With views of island-studded waters and forests descending to the water’s edge, Sitka is home to just over 9,000 people. Sitka’s colorful past is a unique blend of native Tlingit culture and Russian history. In 1867, when the United States purchased Alaska from the Russians, the transfer ceremony was held in Sitka, and Sitka became Alaska’s first capital city. Accessible only by air or sea, Sitka offers incredible scenery, fishing, hiking, abundant wildlife, and Alaska’s most culturally rich history and community. There are twenty two buildings and sites in Sitka that appear in the National Register of Historic Places. Residents and visitors alike enjoy and experience all this dynamic town has to offer.

Unofficial Election Results – October 6 Regular Municipal ElectionThe Assembly will certify the results on 10/13/26.Mayo...
10/07/2026

Unofficial Election Results – October 6 Regular Municipal Election
The Assembly will certify the results on 10/13/26.

Mayor
Kevin Mosher 1062 (58.2%) ELECTED
Thor Christianson 495 (27.1%)
Lisa Lane 263 (14.4%)
Write-ins 6 (0.3%)

Assembly
Darrell E. Windsor 1022 (30.7%)
Sherri Blankenship 1111 (33.4%) ELECTED (3-year term)
JJ Carlson 1117 (33.6%) ELECTED (3-year term)
Mary Ann J. Hall (Official Write-In Candidate) 22 (0.7%)
Write-ins 55 (1.7%)

𝑆𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑜𝑙 𝐵𝑜𝑎𝑟𝑑
Matt Potter 1308 (30.9%) ELECTED (1-year term)
Kat Richards 1445 (34.1%) ELECTED (3-year term)
Phil Burdick 1441 (34.0%) ELECTED (3-year term)
Write-ins 43 (1.0%)

𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑝𝑜𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑁𝑜. 1 (Charter Amendment – Mandatory Special Election)
Total:
YES – 800 (44.9%)
𝗡𝗢 – 981 (55.1%)

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲During installation of the new school zone flasher controls this fall, crews deter...
10/06/2026

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲

During installation of the new school zone flasher controls this fall, crews determined that the electrical meters also need to be replaced. The replacement meters are currently on back order from the manufacturer and are expected to arrive in early November, though the timeline is subject to change.

School zone flashers in the Edgecumbe Drive and Kashevaroff Street areas are not fully operational while we await the replacement equipment. Drivers should not rely on the flashing signals as an indication of when school zone restrictions are in effect.

Please use extra caution in school zones and watch for increased pedestrian and bicycle traffic, particularly during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times.
Thank you for your patience as we work to complete these school zone safety improvements. Contact Public Works at 907.747.1804 with questions.

Vote today in the Municipal Election! Polls are open at Harrigan Centennial Hall, 330 Harbor Drive, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:...
10/06/2026

Vote today in the Municipal Election! Polls are open at Harrigan Centennial Hall, 330 Harbor Drive, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Some really good reminders/information!
10/05/2026

Some really good reminders/information!

Update 10/06/26: The Tourism Commission meeting originally scheduled for October 8 has been rescheduled to October 22 at...
10/05/2026

Update 10/06/26: The Tourism Commission meeting originally scheduled for October 8 has been rescheduled to October 22 at 6 p.m.

Board/Committee/Commission Meetings scheduled for the week of October 5

The Sustainability Commission will meet for their Regular Meeting on Monday, October 5 at 6 p.m. Agenda items: Discussion on zoning code provisions for data centers.

The Library Commission will meet for their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 7, at 6 p.m.. Agenda items: Updates on technology issues, facility maintenance, and repairs, Annual library reports from Library Director Jessica Ieremia, and Possible name change of Commission to Sitka Public Library.

The Planning Commission will meet for their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 7, at 7 p.m.. Agenda items: Public hearing and consideration of a preliminary plat for a minor subdivision to result in two lots at 1403 Halibut Point Road in the R-1 single-family and duplex residential district, and Public hearing and consideration of a final plat for a lot merger to result in one lot at 3317, 3319, and 3321 Halibut Point Road in the R-2 MHP mutlifamily and mobile home district.

The Tourism Commission is scheduled to meet for their Regular Meeting on Thursday, October 8, at 6 p.m. Agenda items are pending.

Meetings are held at Harrigan Centennial Hall and are open to the public.

𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝘅𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗽 𝗬𝗮𝗿𝗱The City and Borough of Sitka’s Gary Paxton Industrial Park (GPIP) Scr...
10/05/2026

𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝘅𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗽 𝗬𝗮𝗿𝗱

The City and Borough of Sitka’s Gary Paxton Industrial Park (GPIP) Scrap Yard located at 4655 Sawmill Creek Road will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 8. Beginning at 9:00 a.m., GPIP Scrap Yard will resume regular business hours until 4:00 p.m.

Please contact the CBS Public Works Department with any questions. 907.747.1804.

10/05/2026

Boo! 👻🕸️🎃🐈‍⬛ October is here, and so are cool fall temperatures. As your heating system takes on a larger load through the winter months, adding a heat pump can increase efficiency and result in big savings. And even better, ACES can help fund your heat pump installation with a rebate! Apply today at AKHeatSmart.org/ACES.

Early voting is open this morning! 🗳️Stop by Harrigan Centennial Hall today from 9:00 a.m. to noon to vote early for the...
10/03/2026

Early voting is open this morning! 🗳️

Stop by Harrigan Centennial Hall today from 9:00 a.m. to noon to vote early for the October 6 Municipal Election.

𝗠𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴The City and Borough of Sitka’s contractor has scheduled pavin...
10/02/2026

𝗠𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟳 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴

The City and Borough of Sitka’s contractor has scheduled paving of the Moller Field parking lot for Wednesday, October 7 and Thursday, October 8. The main parking lot will be fully closed both days while paving is underway.

During the closure, visitors should use the following alternate parking areas: Turnaround Skate Park, Lower Moller parking area, and SEARHC Long-Term Care back parking lot. Please only park in the areas marked by cones to ensure adequate parking remains available for SEARHC employees and visitors.

Pedestrians should use the pathways shown on the project map to access Moller Field and bypass the work zone.

Please use caution, follow posted signage, and avoid entering active work areas. For questions, please contact Public Works at 907.747.1804 or [email protected]. Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we work to improve our community facilities.

Volunteer positions are available on the City and Borough of Sitka’s Municipal Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Info...
10/02/2026

Volunteer positions are available on the City and Borough of Sitka’s Municipal Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Information on current and upcoming vacancies and how to apply is available online at https://www.cityofsitka.com/Government/Boards-Commissions-Committees.

Applications are also available at the Municipal Clerk’s Office. Interested individuals may submit an application to the Municipal Clerk’s Office at 100 Lincoln Street or [email protected]. Applications are due by noon on the Wednesday before the Assembly meeting at which it will be considered.

Please contact the Municipal Clerk’s Office for more information at 907.747.1826 or [email protected].

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