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Sitka Assembly adopts historic preservation plan, votes down new long-term lease for NSRAA

by Hope McKenney | Apr 15, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated

The Sitka Assembly approved and adopted an updated historic preservation plan Tuesday night, and voted against a proposed lease agreement between the city and a regional salmon hatchery nonprofit Read More

August 12, 2025: What’s on the agenda when the Sitka Assembly meets tonight?

by KCAW News | Aug 12, 2025 | Local News, Syndicated

Should more restaurants in Sitka serve beer and wine? Tonight (8-12-25), the Sitka Assembly will consider if it will petition the state alcohol board for six additional alcohol licenses. Read More

As Sitka’s new haulout nears completion, park board aims at upland development

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Apr 21, 2025 | Local News, Syndicated

Short-term tenants on land designated for Sitka’s new public boatyard are going to have to vacate by the end of the summer, as the facility begins to haul and block boats. But officials are still shaping a long-term vision for the site, with the deadline for opening is just six weeks away.Read More

City moves to repurchase property at GPIP for $1.3 Million

by Katherine Rose | Oct 16, 2023 | Local News, Syndicated

The city is purchasing back a property it sold to a seafood processing company last year for more than double its original sale price. While some balked at the buyback plan, assembly members say repurchasing the property is the right decision, and a necessary investment for the city’s future marine haulout. Read More

Assembly adopts haulout plan with hopes to complete construction by January 2025

by Katherine Rose | Jul 26, 2023 | Local News, Syndicated

Sitka has officially adopted a plan for construction of a new marine haul out at its industrial park. The Sitka Assembly on Tuesday (7-25-23) approved the $14-million project – despite being far short of the full amount. Officials nevertheless hope that getting started with the bare bones will both support Sitka’s marine industry, and attract future funding to complete the job. Read More