KCAW Staff, Author at KCAW

Sitka administrator to step down within nine months

City Administrator Mark Gorman will step down from the position in six to nine months. He announced his decision during last Tuesday night’s Assembly meeting (09-13-16).

Pending vote, Sitka Assembly to dedicate one mill to electric fund

During their meeting last night (09-13-16), the Sitka Assembly approved a key element of their plan to raise property taxes while making Sitka more affordable. The ordinance says that if voters approve a 2 mill increase, the revenue generated by one of those mills will go towards Sitka’s electric fund.

Candidate statement: Evy Kinnear

"I focus on the economy, because the beauty of where we live, its charm and its power, are among its assets. For some that is enough, but with shifting demographics and cost of living expenses, this is what is on the table and must be addressed."

Sitka school board beefs up policy on sexual health

The Sitka School Board sent its policy covering sexually-transmitted infections back to the drawing board, after it learned it was missing the boat on the most common STI’s.

Boots: Not just a run — but fun!

Sitka Local Foods Network member Michelle Putz and event organizer Kerry Maclane will outline plans for this Saturday's Running of the Boots. Registration at 10, costume contest at 10:30, run at 11 beginning at the big tent in Totem Square. Downloadable audio.

Alexander Allison: Candidate statement

"The fishing fleet has always been the economic lifeblood of this community. Despite levying ever-increasing harbor fees and various fish taxes, not enough has been done to support the fleet."

Kevin Knox: Candidate statement

"Key to me in representing Sitka on the city assembly is to be responsive and conversant about the issues important to our community. Equity, fiscal and program sustainability will be at the forefront of my mind."

September 13, 2016: What’s happening at tonight’s Assembly meeting?

When the Assembly meets tonight (09-13-16), they’ll determine which of two tax breaks they’ll implement if voters approve raising the property tax cap this fall. The Assembly will also receive an update from the Sitka Community Playground Group and the Electric Department.

Hunter: A youthful ‘elder statesman’ seeks mayor’s chair

At 34, Matt Hunter has served four years so far in local government -- one as deputy mayor. He says he's got the experience -- and the patience -- to move to the mayor's chair.