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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to hold nuisance abatement hearings on three Bethel properties

The Bethel City Council is meeting to conduct nuisance abatement hearings for three properties. The agenda includes only these hearings and standard procedural items, with no other substantive business listed.

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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Posted August 7, 2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, September 1, 2026 – 6:00 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. NUISANCE ABATEMENT HEARINGS 4.1. 455 Ridgecrest Drive, Plat 98-7, Block 5, Lot 1A, Bethel Alaska 4.2. 410 Owl Street, Plat 81-10, Block 1, Lot 46, Bethel Alaska 4.3. 17 Kwethluk Lane, Pla …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PUBLIC SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Joy Anderson, Chair Musa Sailu John Hastie Jesslyn Elliot Mark Springer, Council Rep. Jody Brand STAFF Jeff Kirkham, Ex Officio Member jkirkham@cityofbethel.net 907-543-3781 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL A. Ex Officio Member's Attendance Log III. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS A. Election of Vice Chair IV. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to police@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA VI. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. COB Pound Stats B. Taxicab Prices (Kusko/Alaska Cab) C. Table Discussion on Proposed Taxi Fare Increase VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Animal Vaccine Code Amendment IX. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. Manager's Reports - August 2026 Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff X. MEMBER COMMENT …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, , Bethel
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, , Bethel
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, , Bethel
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, , Bethel
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, , Bethel
Thu Jan 14, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Thu Feb 11, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Apr 21, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed May 19, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon May 24, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Jun 16, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Jul 21, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Jul 26, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Aug 18, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Aug 23, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Sep 15, 2027 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Recent meetings

Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Bethel Council to hold public hearings on budget and city attorney ordinance

The Bethel City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances: one clarifying the city attorney's authority for routine litigation, and two amending the FY2027 operating and capital improvement budgets. The council will also consider appointing election officials for the October 6, 2026 election and review financial reports. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation in the case Bee v. City of Bethel.

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Posted August 18, 2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, August 25, 2026 – 6:30 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON 4.1. Written Public Comments can be submitted by opening your phone camera and hovering over this URL code. The link to the submission form will ap …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:30

Finance Committee

Bethel Finance Committee reviews FY 2027 financial policies and sales tax procurement docs

The City of Bethel Finance Committee will discuss the FY 2027 Financial Management Policies and Sales Tax Sole Source Procurement Documentation. The committee will also review the June 2026 Finance Reports and the August 2026 Manager's Report. Additionally, the body will discuss a potential change to the meeting time.

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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Posted 08/18/2026 at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL FINANCE COMMITTEE MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL, ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS John Hamilton, Chair Eileen Arnold, Vice-chair Greg Schiedler, Council Rep. Nathan DeHaan Kelli Kortemeier Vacancies: Alt:2 STAFF Ex Officio Members Cindy Sharp Nella Poquette Nathaniel Ayuluk finance@cityofbethel.net 907-543-3150 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to finance@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. July 27, 2026 - Finance Committee Meeting Minutes VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS A. City of Bethel - FY 2027 Financial Management Policies B. Sales Tax Sole Source Procurement Documentation C. Meeting Time Change Discussion VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. Finance Reports - June 2026 B. Manager's Report - August 2026 IX. MEMBER COMMENTS X. ADJOURNMENT Posted 08/18/2026 at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ …
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Fri Aug 21, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council holds nuisance abatement hearing for 251 Akiak Drive

The Bethel City Council is meeting for a nuisance abatement hearing regarding a property at 251 Akiak Drive. The agenda contains only this single property matter plus standard procedural items, with no other business listed.

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✓ Decided: Bethel City Council declares 251 Akiak Drive a public nuisance

The Bethel City Council unanimously passed Resolution #26-01, declaring the property at 251 Akiak Drive a public nuisance and health hazard due to an open sewage and wastewater leak. The owner, Larry Little, must submit an abatement plan by August 24, 2026, and repair the leak by August 25, 2026, or the city may abate the nuisance and place a lien on the property. The resolution was enacted with no opposition, and Mayor Henderson was excused due to a conflict of interest.

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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Posted 8/17/2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Melanie Roland. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL Nuisance Abatement Hearing August 21, 2026 – 6:00 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. NUISANCE ABATEMENT HEARING 4.1. 251 Akiak Drive, Bethel Alaska, 99559 5. ADJOURNMENT
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Introduced by: Councilmembers Conrad, Kime, Keller, Schiedler, Springer, Miner Date: August 21, 2026 CITY OF BETHEL, ALASKA Nuisance Abatement Resolution #26-01 A RESOLUTION AND ORDER BY THE BETHEL CITY COUNCIL DECLARING THE PROPERTY AT 251 AKIAK DRIVE, BETHEL ALASKA, A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND HEALTH HAZARD, AND ORDERING THE ABATEMENT THEREOF WHEREAS, the legal description of the property subject to this resolution and order is 251 Akiak Drive, recorded in the Bethel Recording District, Fourth Judicial District, State of Alaska, subject to reservations, exceptions, easements, covenants, conditions and restrictions of record, if any; WHEREAS, on July 31, 2026, the City Administration served the property owner of 251 Akiak Drive a notice of a wastewater leak on their property and was notified to correct the nuisance and was notified that failure to correct the nuisance may result in abatement of the nuisance by the city; WHEREAS, on August 12, 2026, the City Administration served the property owner a notice again about the continuing sewer line/plumbing violation and was reminded to correct the violations; WHEREAS, pursuant to Bethel Municipal Code {BMC) 15.04.010, the Bethel City Council received a written report on August 14, 2026, from the City Manager that the property located at 251 Akiak Drive as identified on the City's address map, constitutes a public nuisance and a health hazard; WHEREAS, the report identified Larry Little as the property owner …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

Port Commission to elect leaders, review FY27 budget and tariff hike

The Bethel Port Commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, approve its 2026 calendar, and consider an amended terminal tariff rate increase. It will also accept resignations from two commissioners, review the proposed FY27 budget, and discuss the 2025 Army Corps of Engineers seawall inspection report.

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PORT COMMISSION MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026, 7:00 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL, ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Alan Murphy, Chair Rich Pope, Vice-Chair Stacey Reardon Pamela Conrad, Council Rep. Michael Meeks Victoria Sosa David McCormick STAFF Ed Flores, Ex Officio Member Bridget Haygood, Ex Officio Member Email: port@cityofbethel.net Phone: 907-543-2310 Website: www.cityofbethel.org I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Election of Chair & Vice-Chair (BMC 2.60.040D) B. Approval of the 2026 Port Commission Calendar IV. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to port@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA VI. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. Approval of meeting minutes from 01/20/25, 03/17/25, 04/21/25, 06/16/25, 07/21/25, 08/18/25, 09/15/25, 10/20/25,11/17/25, 12/15/25, 01/19/26, 02/16/26, 03/16/26, 04/20/26, 05/18/26, 06/15/26, & 07/20/26 VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Terminal Tariff Rate Increase for Services (Amended) VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss nuisance property rules and site permit

The Bethel Planning Commission is meeting to discuss updates on nuisance properties and a draft rewrite of nuisance regulations, as well as a site permit application. The agenda also includes a resignation and standard procedural items like approving minutes.

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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Posted <<08/07/2026>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PLANNING COMMISSION THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Kathy Hanson, Chair Lorin Bradbury, Vice Chair Rose Henderson, Council Rep. Alex Wasierski Shadi Rabi Haley Hanson Sundi Scott Jody Brand, Alternate 1 Vacant Seat, Alternate 2 STAFF Pauline Boratko, Ex Officio Member Lee Foley, City Planner planning@cityofbethel.net 907-543-5301 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to planning@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. MEETING MINUTES- 07/09/2026 VI. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. SUNDI SCOTT RESIGNATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. UPDATE DISCUSSION ON NUISANCE PROPERTIES AND PROGRESS B. UPDATE DISCUSSION ON DRAFT NUISANCE REWRITE VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. DISCUSSION ON SITE PERMIT 26-07 IX. EX OFFICIO REPORT X. MEMBER COMMENTS XI. ADJOURNMENT Posted <<08/07/2026>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post O …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council to introduce ordinances on city attorney authority and FY2027 budget amendments

The Bethel City Council will consider several consent-agenda items, including introductions of ordinances to clarify the city attorney's litigation authority and to amend the FY2027 operating and capital budgets. A separate action item authorizes a $55,000 salt purchase for streets and roads. The meeting includes public comment, committee reports, and council member comments.

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Posted 08/05/2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, August 11, 2026 – 6:30 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON 4.1. Written Public Comments can be submitted by opening your phone camera and hovering over this URL code. The link to the submission form will appear …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, , Bethel
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

Commission to discuss proposed taxi fare increases

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will meet to discuss taxi pricing and a proposed fare increase. The body will also address a declared vacant seat for member John Hastie.

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PUBLIC SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Joy Anderson, Chair Musa Sailu John Hastie Jesslyn Elliot Mark Springer, Council Rep. Jody Brand STAFF Jeff Kirkham, Ex Officio Member jkirkham@cityofbethel.net 907-543-3781 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL A. Ex Officio Member's Attendance Log III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to police@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. COB Pound Stats B. Police Blotter (Springer) C. Taxicab Prices (Kusko/Alaska Cab) VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Table Discussion on Proposed Taxi Fare Increase B. Declared Vacant Seat (BMC 2.60.030) - John Hastie VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. Manager's Reports - July 2026 IX. MEMBER COMMENTS Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff X. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Bethel City Council to hold public hearings on budget and tax code amendments

The City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances regarding the fiscal year 2026 operating budget, animal vaccination requirements, and the Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax Code. The council will also review June 2026 financial and water/wastewater reports.

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✓ Decided: Bethel Council adopts FY2026 budget amendment and animal vaccination rules

The Bethel City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 25-08(i), amending the FY2026 operating budget, and Ordinance 26-11, adding vaccination requirements for dogs entering or returning to the city. It also adopted Ordinance 26-12, updating the remote seller sales tax code to match the March 31, 2026 uniform code. The council approved the consent agenda, including the July 14 meeting minutes and appointments, and entered executive session for union negotiations.

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Posted July 22, 2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, July 28, 2026 – 6:30 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON 4.1. Written Public Comments can be submitted by opening your phone camera and hovering over this URL code. The link to the submission form will appea …
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1. CALL TO ORDER City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Regular Meeting July 28, 2026 A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on July 28, 2026 at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Bethel, Alaska. Mayor Henderson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Comprising a quorum of the Council, the following members were present: City Council Member Mark Springer City Council Member Kelsi Kime City Council Member Greg Schiedler (telephonically) Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad City Council Member Alicia Miner Members Absent: Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller Also in attendance were the following: City Manager Lori Strickler, City Clerk Kevin Morgan, City Attorney Libby Bakalar (telephonically) 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD- Five minutes per person No one present to be heard. Item 4.1. - Written Public Comments No Written Comments submitted. 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA Main Motion: Approve the Consent and Regular Agenda. Moved by: Mark Springer Seconded by: Alicia Miner In favor: Mark Springer, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler, Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad, Alicia Miner Opposed: None Results: Motion carries 6. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska July 28, 2026 Item 6.1. - *7-14-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Passed on the consent agenda. 7. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Item 7.1. - Committee/Commission A …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to declare three vacant seats

The Bethel Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comments, and declare three committee seats vacant under BMC 2.60.030. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business items involving spending or policy changes.

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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL FINANCE COMMITTEE MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026, 5:30 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL, ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS John Hamilton, Chair Greg Schiedler, Council Rep. Carol Ann Willard Grace Hass Richard Curtis-Smith Eileen Arnold, Vice-chair Nathan DeHaan Vacancies: Alt:2 STAFF Ex Officio Members Cindy Sharp Nella Poquette Julie Olick finance@cityofbethel.net 907-543-3150 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL A. Ex Officio Member's Attendance Log III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to finance@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. Meeting Minutes 06/22/2026 VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Declared Vacant Seat (BMC 2.60.030) - Carol Ann Willard B. Declared Vacant Seat (BMC 2.60.030) - Richard Curtis Smith C. Declared Vacant Seat (BMC 2.60.030) - Grace Haas VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. Manager's Reports - July 2026 IX. MEMBER COMMENTS Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _____________________ …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

Port Commission will consider FY27 budget and two commissioner resignations

The Bethel Port Commission will elect a chair and vice‑chair and approve its 2026 meeting calendar. It will review an amended terminal tariff rate increase and two resignation letters from Commissioners Reardon and Sosa. The commission will also discuss the proposed FY27 budget and a 2025 Army Corps of Engineers seawall inspection report.

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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PORT COMMISSION MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026, 7:00 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL, ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Alan Murphy, Chair Rich Pope, Vice-Chair Stacey Reardon Pamela Conrad, Council Rep. Michael Meeks Victoria Sosa STAFF Port Director: Ed Flores, Ex Officio Member Email: port@cityofbethel.net Phone: 907-543-2310 Website: www.cityofbethel.org I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSSINESS A. Election of Chair & Vice-Chair (BMC 2.60.040 D) B. Approval of the 2026 Port Commission Calendar IV. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to port@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA VI. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. Approval of meeting minutes from 01/20/25, 03/17/25, 04/21/25, 06/16/25, 07/21/25, 08/18/25, 09/20/25, 10/20/25, 11/17/25, 12/15/25, 01/19/26, 02/16/26, 03/16/26, 04/20/26, 05/18/26 & 06/15/26 VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Terminal Tariff Rate Increase for Services (Amended) VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Resignation Letter from Commissioner Reardon B. Resign …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Bethel City Council to review budget amendments and sales tax codes

The City Council will discuss updates to the fiscal year 2026 operating budget and animal vaccination requirements. The body is also considering updates to the Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax Code and the local hazards mitigation plan.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda with budget, tax, and hazard plan items

The Bethel City Council approved the consent agenda, which included introductions of ordinances amending the FY2026 budget, animal vaccination requirements, and the remote seller sales tax code, as well as resolutions adopting the local hazards mitigation plan and authorizing state revolving fund loan applications. The council also reviewed the administrative renewal of a retail marijuana store license for Good Vibes LLC. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

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Posted July 8, 2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, July 14, 2026 – 6:30 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON 4.1. Written Public Comments can be submitted by opening your phone camera and hovering over this URL code. The link to the submission form will appear …
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City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Regular Meeting July 14, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on July 14th, 2026 at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Bethel, Alaska. Mayor Henderson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL Comprising a quorum of the Council, the following members were present: City Council Member Mark Springer City Council Member Kelsi Kime (telephonically) Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad City Council Member Alicia Miner (telephonically) Members Absent: City Council Member Greg Schiedler Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller Also in attendance were the following: City Clerk Kevin Morgan, City Attorney Libby Bakalar (telephonically) 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD — Five minutes per person No one present to be heard. Item 4.1. - Written Public Comments No Written Comments were submitted. 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA Main Motion: Approval of the Consent and Regular Agenda. Moved by: | Mark Springer Seconded by: | Kelsi Kime In favor: | Mark Springer, Kelsi Kime, Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad, Alicia Miner Opposed: | None Results: | Motion Carries 6. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES City Council Meeting Minutes. City of Bethel, Alaska July 14, 2026. Item 6.1. - *6-23-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Passed on the consent agenda. 7. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Item 7.1. - Committee/Commission Agendas And Draft Meeting Minutes Port …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss nuisance ordinance rewrite and demolition program

The Bethel Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on nuisance properties and progress, a new Demolition Assistance Program policy, and a draft rewrite of the nuisance ordinance. Public comments can be submitted in writing before the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Bethel Planning Commission holds routine meeting, no major decisions

The Planning Commission met on July 9, 2026, and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; discussions were held on a new demolition assistance program policy and a draft nuisance ordinance rewrite, but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any formal votes on new business.

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Posted <<07/02/2026>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PLANNING COMMISSION THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Kathy Hanson, Chair Lorin Bradbury, Vice Chair Rose Henderson, Council Rep. Alex Wasierski Shadi Rabi Haley Hanson Sundi Scott Jody Brand, Alternate 1 Vacant Seat, Alternate 2 STAFF Pauline Boratko, Ex Officio Member Lee Foley, City Planner planning@cityofbethel.net 907-543-5301 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to planning@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. MEETING MINUTES 05/14/2026 B. MEETING MINUTES (NO MEETING) 06/11/2026 VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. UPDATE DISCUSSION ON NUISANCE PROPERTIES AND PROGRESS VII. NEW BUSINESS A. DISCUSSION ON NEW DEMOLITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM POLICY B. DISCUSSION ON DRAFT NUISANCE ORDINANCE REWRITE VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT IX. MEMBER COMMENTS X. ADJOURNMENT
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City of Bethel, Alaska Planning Commission July 09, 2026 Regular Meeting Bethel, Alaska I. CALL TO ORDER: A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held virtually via Zoom and in person at the City Hall Council Chambers in Bethel, Alaska on July 09, 2026. The Chair of the Commission, Kathy Hanson called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. II, ROLL CALL: Compromising a quorum of the Commission, the following members were present for roll call: Kathy Hanson, Lorin Bradbury, Alex Wasierski, Shadi Rabi, Haley Hanson, and Council Rep. Rose Henderson. Sundi Scott arrived at 6:32 pm. Unexcused Absent: Jody Brand. Also present: Pauline Boratko, Recorder III. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS IV. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD: no one wished to be heard. V. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: MOVED: Lorin Bradbury Motion to approve the agenda. SECONDED: Haley Hanson VOTE ON MOTION Unanimous VI. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: MOVED: Haley Hanson Motion to approved meeting minutes for 05/14/2026 SECONDED: Lorin Bradbury VOTE ON MOTION . Unanimous MOVED: Lorin Bradbury Motion to approve no meeting minutes for 6/11/2026 SECONDED: Haley Hanson VOTE ON MOTION . Unanimous VII. NEW BUSINESS: A. Discussion on new demolition assistance program policy: Commissioners discussed the assistance program policy. B. Discussion on draft nuisance ordinance rewrite: Commissioners would like more information on the rewrite from City Manager and City Attorney VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: A. Update discussion on nuisance proper …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

Parks and Recreation Committee to discuss facility fees and budget updates

The Community Parks and Recreation Committee will review updates on several construction and park projects. The body will discuss facility fees and rates and provide an update on the FY27 budget.

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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL COMMUNITY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026, 6:00 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL, ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Brian Lefferts, Chair Beverly Hoffman, Vice-Chair Teresa Keller Council Rep. Jessica Pew Sean Glasheen Zeff Prina Jody Brand Alternate 1- Alternate 2- STAFF Ex-Officio: Shane Iverson, Kayla Saddler Email: ksaddler@cityofbethel.net Phone: 907-543-1386 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL A. Ex Officio Member's Attendance Log III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to pwadmin@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. 5-11-2026 Meeting Minutes VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Community Center Construction Project Updates (Lefferts) B. Update on Larson Sub Park Progress (Pew) C. Riverview Dog Park Update (Pew) D. Discussion of Fitness Center Energy Audit (Glasheen) E. Letters of Support for Funding Gym Expansion (Hoffman) F. Native Wildflower Seed Distribution (Prina) G. Fees and Rates For Facility (Iverson) H. FY27 Budg …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

Bethel commission to approve past minutes and hear public comments.

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will approve meeting minutes from January through June 2026 and hear from the public. The agenda includes a hearing for a chauffeur license and discusses police blotter updates, streets and roads, and taxi cab prices.

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✓ Decided: Commission suspends chauffeur license for operating under another permit

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission voted 4-1 to suspend Sejdula Ajeti's chauffeur license #0125-01 until the Transportation Inspector approves the notification process under section 5.30, due to operating under another permittee's taxi permit. The commission also recommended Ordinance 26 (amending animal vaccines) to the council, tabled the taxicab price discussion, and approved multiple meeting minutes.

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Posted <> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PUBLIC SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Joy Anderson, Chair Musa Sailu John Hastie Jesslyn Elliot Mark Springer, Council Rep. Jody Brand STAFF Jeff Kirkham, Ex Officio Member Kayla Saddler, Ex Officio Member ksaddler@cityofbethel.net 907-543-3781 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL A. Ex Officio Member's Attendance Log III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to police@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS A. Hearing for Sedjula Ajeti Chauffeur License #0125-01 VI. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. 1-7-2026 Meeting Minutes B. 2-4-2026 Meeting Minutes C. 3-4-2026 Meeting Minutes D. 4-1-2026 Meeting Minutes E. 5-6-2026 Meeting Minutes F. 6-3-2026 Meeting Minutes VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. COB Pound Stats Posted <> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff VIII. NEW B …
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City of Bethel, Alaska Public Safety and Transportation Commission Minutes July 1, 2026 Regular Meeting Bethel, Alaska I. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30PM A regular Public Safety and Transportation Commission Meeting was held on July 1, 2026; called the meeting to order at 6:30pm. It. ROLL CALL: Comprising a quorum of the committee, the following were present for Roll Call: Mark Springer, Musa Saliu, Joy Anderson, Jesslyn Elliott, John Hastie, Jody Brand Excused: Unexcused: Itt. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD: James Min-Cost increase/overtime, Reah-gas rate/tax fair concerns, Kelsi Kime-Concerns around Law Enforcement Officers response (Mental Health), Nathan Uhrinek/Kusko Cab-Request for Review and Adjustment of the Cab Fare Structure IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Motion to approve the agenda. MOVED BY: John Hastie Motion to approve the Agenda. SECONDED BY: Jesslyn Elliot VOTE ON MOTION =| Motion carried by unanimous vote. 5-0 V. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS: A. Hearing for Sejdula Ajeti Chauffeur License #0125-01 MOVED BY: John Hastie SECONDED BY: Musa Saliu Motion to suspend the license until the notification and approval process under 5.30 is approved and granted by the Transportation Inspector for operating under another permittee's taxi permit VOTE ON MOTION Motion carried by vote. 4-1 Musa Saliu, Joy Anderson, Jesslyn Elliott, John Hastie voted Yes — Jody Brand voted No. VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A. 1-7-2026 Meeting Minutes MOVED BY: Mark Springer SECONDED BY: Musa Saliu Motion …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Public hearing on FY 2027 Capital Improvement Budget adoption

The Bethel City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 26-10 to adopt the Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) and appropriate funds. The council will also consider a sole source procurement for sales tax consulting services through Revenue Recovery Group, and dispose of two city assets (hammer and shears) via consent agenda. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes and receipt of financial reports for May 2026.

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✓ Decided: Bethel City Council adopts Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Improvement Budget

The City Council adopted the Capital Improvement Budget for fiscal year 2027. The council also approved a sole source procurement for sales tax consulting and amended previous meeting minutes regarding utility fund expenditures.

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Posted 6-17-2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, June 23, 2026 – 6:30 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON 4.1. Written Public Comments can be submitted by opening your phone camera and hovering over this URL code. The link to the submission form will appear. Y …
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1. CALL TO ORDER City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Regular Meeting lune 23, 2026 A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on June 23, 2026 at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Bethel, Alaska. Mayor Henderson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Comprising a quorum of the Council, the following members were present: City Council Member Mark Springer (telephonically) City Council Member Greg Schiedler (telephonically) Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller Members Absent: City Council Member Kelsi Kime City Council Member Alicia Miner (excused) Also in attendance were the following: City Manager Lori Strickler, City Clerk Kevin Morgan 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD - Five minutes per person Taylor Anely- Bethel Alaska-Speaking on behalf of 7WC as the Youth Services Manager to give an update on violence prevention, outreach, education in the Community and activities at the Teen Center. Item 4.1. - Written Public Comments No Written Comments submitted 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA Main Motion: Ap rove the Consent and Regular Agenda. Moved by: Greg Schiedler Seconded by: Teresa Keller In favor: Mark Springer, Greg Schiedler, Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad, Teresa Keller Opposed: None Results: Motion carries City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska June 23, 2026 -Remove from the Consent Agenda the Item 6.1, 6-9-2026 Reg …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:30

Finance Committee

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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:30

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to set meeting schedule, cancel May 25 meeting

The Bethel Finance Committee will consider routine procedural items including approval of prior minutes, setting its meeting schedule for the year, and canceling the regular meeting originally scheduled for May 25, 2026. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves agenda, minutes, and meeting schedule

The Finance Committee held a regular meeting on June 22, 2026, and approved the agenda, the May 21, 2026 meeting minutes, and a motion to set the meeting schedule for the year while canceling the May 25, 2026 regular meeting. The committee also approved the conveyance of the Finance Committee attendance log. All votes were unanimous (4-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL FINANCE COMMITTEE MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026, 5:30 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL, ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS John Hamilton, Chair Greg Schiedler, Council Rep. Victoria Sosa, Vice-chair Carol Ann Willard Grace Hass Richard Curtis-Smith Eileen Arnold Vacancies: Alt:2 STAFF Ex Officio Members Cindy Sharp Nella Poquette Julie Olick finance@cityofbethel.net 907-543-3150 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL A. Ex Officio Member's Attendance Log III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to finance@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. Meeting Minutes for May 21, 2026 VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Determining a meeting schedule for the Year and Canceling the Regular Finance Meeting on May 25, 2026 VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Convey Finance Committee Attendance Log - Arnold VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. Manager's Reports - June 2026 IX. MEMBER COMMENTS Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-O …
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City of Bethel, Alaska Finance Committee Minutes June 22, 2026 Regular Meeting Bethel, Alaska I. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Finance Committee was held on June 22" , 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers at 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway. II. ROLL CALL The following Finance Committee members were present: Eileen Arnold, Nate Dehaan, John Hamilton, Greg Scheidler Also in attendance are (Ex Officio): Cindy Sharp, Julie Olick Unexcused Absences: Carol Ann Willard, Grace Haas, Richard Curtis Smith, Nella Poquette Excused Absences: Ill. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD Iv. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOVED BY Eileen Arnold Motion to approve SECOND BY Greg Scheidler 4-0 VOTE ON MOTION All in favor Yes Vv. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. 5/21/2026 MOVED BY Eileen Arnold Motion to approve SECOND BY Nate Dehaan 4-0 VOTE ON MOTION All in favor, yes 4-0 VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Determining a meeting schedule for the Year and Canceling the Regular Finance Meeting on May 25, 2026 MOVED BY John Hamilton Motion to approve SECOND BY Nate Dehaan 4-0 VOTE ON MOTION All in favor, yes 4-0 Vil. NEW BUSINESS A. Convey Finance Committee Attendance Log- Arnold MOVED BY Eileen Arnold Motion to approve SECOND BY Greg Scheidler 4-0 VOTE ON MOTION All in favor, yes 4-0 VII. EC OFFICIO REPORT A. Manager’s Reports — June 2026 IX. MEMBER COMMENTS Finance Committee Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska June 22, 2026 Carol Ann Willard: John Hamilton: Eileen Arnold: Nate Dehaan: Greg Shiedler: X. ADJOR …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee meeting cancelled

No meeting will be held on June 17, 2026, due to a lack of quorum.

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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CITY OF BETHEL PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, June 17, 2026, 5:30 PM LOCATION: 300 cuier EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL, ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://USO6WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJBSBBF9IUAXHBNSSOZQAFWPLS.1&0MN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS STAFF Ryan Butte, Council Rep. Kelsi Kime, Beth Hessler, Juan Delgado Ex-Officio Members: Bill Arnold, Public Works Director Reena Tumer, Recorder rmturner@cityofbethel.net 907-543-1386 NO MEETING WILL BE HELD DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM. If you are interested in joining the committee, contact the City Clerk at: cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone#: 907-543-1384 or Apply online at https://www.cityofbethel.org/ Posted June 11 , 2026 at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office, — Ex-Officio Staff
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

Port Commission to consider tariff increase and FY27 budget

The Bethel Port Commission will vote on an amended terminal tariff rate increase for services and review the proposed FY27 budget. The commission also plans to accept resignations from two commissioners and discuss the 2025 Army Corps of Engineers seawall inspection report. Other business includes approval of the 2026 commission calendar and numerous sets of past meeting minutes.

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PORT COMMISSION MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, 7:00 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL, ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Alan Murphy, Chair Rich Pope, Vice-Chair Stacey Reardon Pamela Conrad, Council Rep. Michael Meeks Victoria Sosa STAFF Port Director: Ed Flores, Ex Officio Member Email: port@cityofbethel.net Phone: 907-543-2310 Website: www.cityofbethel.org I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS A. Approval of the 2026 Port Commission Calendar IV. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to port@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA VI. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. Approval of meeting minutes from 01/20/26, 03/17/25, 04/21/25, 06/16/25, 07/21/25, 08/18/25, 09/20/25, 10/20/25, 11/17/25, 12/15/25, 01/19/26, 02/16/26, 03/16/26, & 04/20/26 VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Terminal Tariff Rate Increase for Services (Amended) B. Resignation Letter from Commissioner Reardon C. Resignation Letter from Commissioner Sosa D. Port of Bethel Proposed FY27 Budget E. 2025 Army Co …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss nuisance properties and demolition assistance policy

The Bethel Planning Commission will discuss ongoing progress on nuisance properties and consider a new Demolition Assistance Program policy. The meeting also includes a discussion on a draft rewrite of the nuisance ordinance. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: No quorum; meeting not held and no decisions were made

The Planning Commission could not achieve a quorum, so the regular meeting on June 11, 2026 was not held. Consequently, no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

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Posted <<6/5/2026>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PLANNING COMMISSION THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL ALASKA JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Kathy Hanson, Chair Lorin Bradbury, Vice Chair Rose Henderson, Council Rep. Alex Wasierski Shadi Rabi Haley Hanson Sundi Scott Jody Brand, Alternate 1 Vacant Seat, Alternate 2 STAFF Pauline Boratko, Ex Officio Member Lee Foley, City Planner planning@cityofbethel.net 907-543-5301 I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON A. Please submit written public comments to planning@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. MAY 2026 MEETING MINUTES VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. UPDATE DISCUSSION ON NUISANCE PROPERTIES AND PROGRESS VII. NEW BUSINESS A. DISCUSSION ON NEW DEMOLITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM POLICY B. DISCUSSION ON DRAFT NUISANCE ORDINANCE REWRITE VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT IX. MEMBER COMMENTS X. ADJOURNMENT
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City of Bethel, Alaska Planning Commission June 11, 2026 Regular Meeting _ I. CALL TO ORDER: Bethel, Alaska Due to the lack of quorum, a regular meeting was not held on June 11, 2026. TI. ROLL CALL: The following members were present for roll call: Lorin Bradbury and Council Rep. Rose Henderson. Excused Absence: Kathy Hanson, Alex Wasierski, and Sundi Scott Unexcused Absence: Shadi Rabi and Jody Brand Also Present: Pauline Boratko, Recorder and Lee Foley, City Planner APPROVED THIS DAY OF JULY 2026 TTEST: Paulifie Boratko, Recorder Planning Commission City of Bethel, Alaska 6/11/2026
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Public hearing on FY2027 operating budget adoption

The Bethel City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 26-09 to adopt the annual operating budget for FY2027 (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027) and appropriate funds. They will also introduce Ordinance 26-10 for the capital improvement budget. Other items include approving additional council travel for the Alaska Defense Forum Conference and amending a proclamation recognizing Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Day. The council may enter executive session on potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Bethel City Council approves FY2027 annual operating budget

The Bethel City Council adopted Ordinance 26-09, finalizing the Fiscal Year 2027 annual operating budget with amended revenue and expenditure allocations across general, special revenue, enterprise, and internal service funds. The adjusted appropriations fund FY2027 municipal services including police, fire, public works, parks, and utilities. The council also approved the introduction of the FY2027 capital improvement budget, authorized additional travel for a defense forum conference, and updated a community proclamation. All measures passed unanimously.

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Posted June 3, 2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, June 9, 2026 – 6:30 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON 4.1. Written Public Comments can be submitted by opening your phone camera and hovering over this URL code. The link to the submission form will appear. …
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1. CALL TO ORDER City Council Meeting Ci of Bethel Alaska Regular Meeting lune 9, 2026 A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on June 9, 2026 at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Bethel, Alaska. Mayor Henderson called the meeting to order at 6:29 p.m. 2. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Comprising a quorum of the Council, the following members were present: City Council Member Mark Springer (telephonically) City Council Member Kelsi Kime City Council Member Greg Schiedler (telephonically) Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad (telephonically) City Council Member Alicia Miner (telephonically) (arrived after roll ca/17:15 pm) Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller Members Absent: Also in attendance were the following: City Manager Lori Strickler (telephonically), City Clerk Kevin Morgan, City Attorney Libby Bakalar (telephonically) 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD - Five minutes per person No one present to be heard. Item 4.1. - Written Public Comments No written comments submitted. 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA Main Motion: Approve the Consent and Regular Agenda. Moved by: Teresa Keller Seconded by: Kelsi Kime In favor: Mark Springer, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler, Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad, Teresa Keller Opposed: None Results: Motion carries 6. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES 1 City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska June 9, 2026 Item 6.1. - *5-26-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Passed on …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, , Bethel
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

June 3 Public Safety & Transportation meeting cancelled

The June 3, 2026 meeting of the Bethel Public Safety and Transportation Commission has been cancelled due to lack of proper notice. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: No meeting was held due to lack of proper notice

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission did not hold a meeting on June 3, 2026. The record states that no meeting occurred because proper notice was not provided.

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Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PUBLIC SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US: HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060 MEETING ID: 335 015 4000 PASSCODE: 140569 US TOLL-FREE PHONE NUMBERS: 888 475 4499; 833 548 0276; 833 548 0282; 877 853 5257 MEMBERS Joy Anderson, Chair Musa Sailu John Hastie Jesslyn Elliot Mark Springer, Council Rep. Jody Brand STAFF Jeff Kirkham, Ex Officio Member 907-543-3781 police@cityofbethel.net THE JUNE 3RD PUBLIC SAFETY & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF PROPER NOTICE.
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City of Bethel, Alaska Public Safety and Transportation Commission Minutes June 3, 2026 Regular Meeting Bethel, Alaska I. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30PM A regular Public Safety and Transportation Commission Meeting was held on June 3, 2026; called the meeting to order at 6:30pm. No Meeting was held due to lack of proper notice. -_— APPROVED THIS Aet DAY OF suly 2026. Kayla Saddler Recorder of Minutes Public Safety and Transportation Commission Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska June 3, 2026
Thu May 28, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to review and amend the 2027 Fiscal Year Proposed Operating Budget

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially modify the proposed operating budget for the 2027 fiscal year. Other agenda items are procedural.

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✓ Decided: Council amends the proposed FY 2027 operating budget

The City Council approved several amendments to the proposed FY 2027 operating budget. These changes included adjustments to health insurance, fuel costs, and various departmental accounts. A separate motion was passed to amend the Community Action Grant line item.

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Posted May 20, 2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, May 28, 2026 – 6:00 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON 4.1. Written Public Comments can be submitted by opening your phone camera and hovering over this URL code. The link to the submission form will appear. …
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City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Special Meeting May 28, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER A Special Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on May 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Bethel, Alaska. Mayor Henderson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL Comprising a quorum of the Council, the following members were present: City Council Member Mark Springer (arrived after roll call 6:07 p.m.) City Council Member Kelsi Kime City Council Member Greg Schiedler Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller Members Absent: City Council Member Alicia Miner (excused) Also in attendance were the following: City Manager Lori Strickler, City Clerk Kevin Morgan, City Attorney Libby Bakalar (telephonically) 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD — Five minutes per person Teresa Quiner- Bethel- Infavor for any additional increase the council could make to the Library Budget. Item 4.1. - Written Public Comments No Written Comment Submitted. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Main Motion: Approval of the Agenda. Moved by: | Greg Schiedler Seconded by: | Teresa Keller In favor: |Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler, Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad, Teresa Keller Opposed: | None Results: | Motion Carries 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7. NEW BUSINESS City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska May 28, 2026 Item 7.1. - Review And Amend The 2027 Fiscal Year Proposed Operating Budget Main Motion: Move into the Committee of the Whole. …
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Public hearing on FY2027 budget; loans for YK Community Center expansion

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 26-09, which adopts the Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget and appropriates funds. The council will also consider authorizing the city manager to pursue loan funding for the YK Community Center expansion and to accept private donations for the YK Fitness Center and Animal Control Shelter expansions. Consent agenda items include approval of past meeting minutes and review of April 2026 financial reports.

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✓ Decided: Council postpones FY 2027 budget adoption and authorizes YK project funding

The City Council postponed the public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget until June 9, 2026. The Council also approved authorizations regarding the YK Community Center expansion and fitness center/animal control shelter.

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Posted 5/20/2026 at AC Co., Swanson’s, City Hall, and the Post Office. _________________________ Kevin Morgan. City Clerk’s Office City Clerk’s Office Contact Information: Email cityclerk@cityofbethel.net Phone 907-543-1384 Items noted with an asterisk (*) are consent agenda items, unless removed from the consent agenda they are approved upon the approval of the agenda. Ordinances introduced at this meeting may be set for public hearing at the next regular meeting. The Council may by unanimous consent, after 12:00 AM Fix the Time to Which To Adjourn until the following day at 6:30 PM CITY OF BETHEL City Council Meeting Agenda, May 26, 2026 – 6:30 PM Website: https://www.cityofbethel.org/council Location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel Council Members: Mayor Rose Henderson, Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller, Mark Springer, Alicia Miner, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4888456188?pwd=bkN1dGI4MHpGZ1kwOUVYWU5kd0xhZz09 Zoom Meeting ID: 488 845 6188 Zoom Meeting Passcode: 13871 Zoom Meeting Conference Line Numbers: 833 548 0276 US Toll-free 833 548 0282 US Toll-free 877 853 5257 US Toll-free 888 475 4499 US Toll-free 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON 4.1. Written Public Comments can be submitted by opening your phone camera and hovering over this URL code. The link to the submission form will appear. Yo …
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City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Regular Meeting May 26, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on May 26, 2026 at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Bethel, Alaska. Mayor Henderson called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL Comprising a quorum of the Council, the following members were present: City Council Member Mark Springer City Council Member Kelsi Kime City Council Member Greg Schiedler Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad City Council Member Alicia Miner Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller Members Absent: Also in attendance were the following: City Manager Lori Strickler, City Clerk Kevin Morgan, City Attorney Libby Bakalar (telephonically) 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD -— Five minutes per person No one present to be heard. Item 4.1. - Written Public Comments No Written Comments Submitted. 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA Main Motion: Approval of the Consent Agenda and Regular Agenda. Moved by: | Alicia Miner Seconded by: | Kelsi Kime In favor: | Mark Springer, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler, Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad , ‘Alicia Miner, Teresa Keller Opposed: | None Results: | Motion Carries 6. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska May 26, 2026 Item 6.1. - *5-5-2026 Special City Council Meeting Minutes Passed on the consent agenda. Item 6.2. - *5-7-2026 Special City Council Meeting Minutes Passed on the consent agend …
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Mon May 25, 2026 · 17:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

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Traffic fatalities2 (1 pedestrian · 2021)
Business establishments215 (2,523 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,900/mo (126 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy26.5% (low numeracy 41% · 2017)

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