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When: July 7, 2026 6:00 PM Alaska
Topic: Regular Assembly Meeting
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Any public testimony regarding Ordinance #2026-13 should be given during this public hearing. A copy of Ordinance #2026-13 may be found under agenda item 14A.
Any public testimony regarding Ordinance #2026-14A should be given during this public hearing. A copy of Ordinance #2026-14A may be found under agenda item 14B.
Persons wishing to share their views on any item on today's agenda may do so at this time.
Persons with views on subjects not on today's agenda may share those views at this time.
PMPL is requesting approval of Ordinance #2026-13 authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds in the amount of $3,315,000 for the completion of the Scow Bay Standby Generation project. Construction cost increases since the project's initiation caused a dramatic budget shortfall that would be funded through this bond issuance. If approved by the Assembly in three readings, the question of issuing the revenue bond debt will be placed on the October 6, 2026, local ballot for consideration by Petersburg voters.
Ordinance #2026-13 was unanimously approved in its first reading.
If approved in three readings, this ordinance would establish zoning and permitting standards for wireless communication facilities and other towers. It requires these facilities to be reviewed as conditional uses, providing public notice and Planning Commission review and approval, while remaining consistent with the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996 and related regulations.
The ordinance creates a new chapter of the municipal code governing wireless facilities. It would prioritize collocation, sets development standards, and provides a waiver procedure if strict adherence to the development standards would require technically impossible designs, cause structural instability, or result in an inability to close a significant coverage gap or leave a coverage area functionally unable to handle emergency calls. It is intended to balance the community’s need for reliable wireless and other communication services with public safety and aesthetic concerns.
A memo from Director Cabrera, a list of proposed amendments, and supporting maps are attached.
Ordinance #2026-14 was approved, as amended, in its first reading.
If approved, this resolution will accept conveyance of the Papke's Landing dock and related tide and submerged lands from the State of Alaska.
Public Works recommends replacing Sanitation Unit #117, a refuse truck nearing the end of its service life, with a new unit from Alaska Municipal Equipment LLC via Sourcewell for $385,758.38. A memo from Director Marohl and a quote is attached.
Mayor Lynn has prepared a letter to the Alaska Department of Transportation requesting additional snow removal services within the community to improve public safety and accessibility in the winter months.
This discussion item requested by Member Meucci
Potential criteria and procedures for the sale of nine Borough-owned lots in the expanded Airport Subdivision, as well as other Borough-owned properties; including valuation methods and sale options such as auction, sealed bid, or other processes. Assembly guidance is requested regarding the preferred approach for marketing and selling the parcels.
In accordance with Alaska Statute 44.62.310(C), upon motion of the Assembly, the assembly will adjourn to discuss with members of the Borough negotiating team the status of the wage negotiations in the labor agreement between the Borough and PMEA, including the parties' proposals.