Bethel Census Area public meetings in 2024

City Council

The council will consider several budget‑related ordinances, including amendments to the FY 2025 operating and capital improvement budgets and the removal of a $12,500 intradepartmental transfer limit. They will also vote on a compensation plan for non‑union city employees and on a resolution protesting the renewal of a restaurant license. Additional actions include appointing committee members, approving meeting dates for 2025, and authorizing $31,883 in grant checks. The most significant item is the authorization of a community‑center expansion project with a budget not to exceed $14 million, with up to $4 million pledged if grant funding falls short.

• Ordinance 24-04(c): amend FY 2025 annual operating budget
• Ordinance 24-05(e): amend FY 2025 capital improvement budget
• Ordinance 24-16: eliminate $12,500 intradepartmental line‑item transfer threshold
• Ordinance 24-17: establish pay grade and compensation plan for non‑union city employees
• AM 24-39: authorize community‑center expansion project, budget up to $14,000,000, commit up to $4,000,000 if grant funds are not secured

The Bethel City Council approved a motion to proceed with the Community Center Expansion Project with a budget not to exceed $16,000,000, after amending the original $14,000,000 cap and $4 million funding commitment to $16 million and $6 million respectively. The council also approved issuing $31,883 in Community Action Grant checks after a failed initial vote and a successful motion to reconsider. A resolution to conditionally protest the renewal of Uncommon Pizza's license failed unanimously.

• Approved AM 24-39: Community Center Expansion Project with budget up to $16,000,000 and $6 million funding commitment (5-0)
• Approved AM 24-38: Issue $31,883 in Community Action Grant checks to Year 7, Quarter 4 awardees (4-1)
• Rejected Resolution 24-14: Conditional protest of Uncommon Pizza license renewal (0-5)
• Approved AM 24-36: Regular City Council meeting dates for 2025 (5-0)
• Approved AM 24-37: Accepted resignation of Board of Ethics member Alicia Miner (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including introduction of ordinances 24-04(c), 24-05(e), 24-16, 24-17, and appointments (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Bethel Public Works Committee will approve the agenda and the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes. It will review unfinished business including committee duties, a capital project update, and a mass‑notification plan for utility customers. The committee will consider two draft ordinances—one to reduce meeting frequency (adopted by the City Council) and one to modify membership requirements (not adopted). New business includes discussion of the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Draft.

• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Capital project update
• Mass notification plan for utility customers (Butte)
• Draft ordinance to reduce meeting frequency (adopted by City Council)
• Draft ordinance modifying membership requirements (not adopted by City Council)

Finance Committee

The City of Bethel Finance Committee will meet to review a proposal regarding transient lodging delinquency penalties. The committee will also address a declaration of vacancy and approve the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Revision of BMC 4.14.050 regarding Transient Lodging Delinquency Penalties
• Declaration of Vacancy as per BMC 2.60.030 (F) (1A and B)
• Approval of 2025 Meeting Calendar
• Finance Department Report and Budget to Actuals

The Finance Committee voted 4-0 to declare Robert Rey's seat vacant, revise BMC 4.15.050, and approve the 2025 calendar. All votes were unanimous with four members present; two members were unexcused absences.

• Declared Robert Rey's seat vacant (4-0)
• Approved revision of BMC 4.15.050 (4-0)
• Approved 2025 calendar (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 10/28/2024 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/19/2024 (4-0)

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will review updates on the Community Center construction project, consider a budget request to purchase a shredder for Cut Willows and Trail Cover, and discuss land designation for additional park space. It will also examine the 2045 Comprehensive Plan outreach, a tribal technical assistance request, and funding for deep cleaning the YK Fitness Center shower and pool areas. Routine approvals of the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and manager reports are also on the agenda.

• Community Center construction project updates (unfinished business)
• Budget purchase request for a shredder for Cut Willows and Trail Cover (unfinished business)
• Consideration of land designation for park space (unfinished business)
• Tribal technical assistance request (new business)
• Budget for deep cleaning the YK Fitness Center shower and pool areas (new business)

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes, discuss unfinished business regarding harbor improvements and parking enforcement, and consider new business including a tariff rate increase and attendant wage incentives.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 10/21/2024
• Harbor Improvements and long-term parking enforcement devices
• Terminal Tariff Rates Increase for Services
• SBH attendant wage increase and rehire incentives
• Managers Reports

Planning Commission

The Bethel Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on December 12, 2024, to approve minutes and discuss unfinished business regarding nuisance properties. The session will be held at City Hall and streamed via Zoom.

• Approval of November 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Nuisance Properties discussion
• Public comments on agenda items
• Ex Officio Report
• Member Comments

Community Action Grant Technical Review Board

The Community Action Grant Committee will examine the amount of grant funding available and evaluate the applications and responses it has received. It will also address several committee vacancies and review the calendar for 2025. The meeting includes a public comment period and routine approvals of agenda and minutes.

• Review amount of CAG funding available
• Review, discuss, and score applications and responses received
• Declare CAG Committee vacancies for Leif Albertson, Tehani Haggard, and Nathanael Haggard
• Review the 2025 Committee calendar
• Declare CAG Committee vacancy for Miranda Robb

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will consider a BMC Title 5 amendment to permit transportation network companies to operate in Bethel. It will discuss recommended changes to public intoxication policies and review an amendment to Ordinance 24‑xx that updates BMC Title 6.04.03c. The commission will also review BMC 5.30 concerning taxi cab inspection requirements.

• BMC Title 5 amendment to allow transportation network companies to operate in Bethel
• Discussion of recommended changes to public intoxication policies
• Ordinance 24‑xx amending BMC Title 6.04.03c (draft approval)
• Review of BMC 5.30 regarding taxi cab inspection requirements

The Public Safety & Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for December 4, 2024, was not held because a quorum was not present. Only three members attended, while three were absent. No decisions were made.

Community Action Grant Technical Review Board

The Bethel Community Action Grant Committee will examine the amount of CAG funding available and evaluate and score the grant applications received. The board will also address several committee vacancies and review the calendar for 2025. Public comments may be submitted in writing before the meeting.

• Review amount of Community Action Grant funding available
• Review, discuss, and score grant applications and responses
• Declare vacancies for Leif Albertson, Tehani Haggard, and Nathanael Haggard
• Review the 2025 Committee calendar
• Declare vacancy for Miranda Robb

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Budget. The body will also consider a grant application for the Bethel Transit System and a city manager employment agreement.

• Public Hearing of Ordinance 24-05(d): Amending the Capital Improvement Budget for FY 2025
• AM 24-34: FY 2026 Public Transportation Grant application for $278,271 with a $91,092 local match
• AM 24-33: Application for a Conditional Use Permit for Lots 2 and 3 L Block 7 USS 3230 as park land
• Alcohol License #6027 review for UnCommon Pizza at 401 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway
• Negotiated City Manager employment agreement between the City of Bethel and Lori Strickler

Community Action Grant Technical Review Board

The Community Action Grant Technical Review Board will examine the amount of CAG funding available under Ordinance 24-04(b). It will review, discuss, and score grant applications and responses received. The board will declare vacancies for three committee members. The meeting also includes a public comment period and routine agenda approval.

• Review amount of CAG funding available (Ord. 24-04(b) Administration)
• Review, discuss, and score grant applications and responses
• Declare vacancies for Leif Albertson, Tehani Haggard, and Nathanael Haggard
• Public comment period (five minutes per person; written comments due 4:00 p.m. day of meeting)
• Approval of agenda (routine)

Public Works Committee

The Bethel Public Works Committee meeting will discuss unfinished business items, including a review of its duties, two draft ordinances on meeting frequency and membership requirements, a capital project update, and a mass notification plan for utility customers. The committee will also consider new business and department head reports before adjourning.

• Review of Committee duties and topics of interest for 2024
• Draft ordinance to reduce meeting frequency for committees and commissions (adopted by City Council)
• Draft ordinance to modify membership requirements from seven to five members temporarily (not adopted by City Council)
• Capital project update
• Mass notification plan for utility customers (Butte)

Finance Committee

The Bethel Finance Committee will discuss a declaration of vacancy as required by BMC 2.60.030 (F) (1A and B). It will also review a proposed revision to BMC 4.14.050 concerning transient lodging delinquency penalties. Routine items include approval of the agenda and minutes, public comment time, and departmental financial reports.

• Declaration of Vacancy as per BMC 2.60.030 (F) (1A and B) – presented by Alexandra Batchelor
• Revision to BMC 4.14.050 – Transient Lodging Delinquency Penalties
• Finance Department Report and Balances
• City Department Reports
• Public comments – five minutes per person (written comments due 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding nuisance properties and subdivision open space. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and updates on unfinished business.

• Update on Nuisance Properties
• Update on Subdivision Open space

City Council

The Bethel City Council will hear presentations of the City Manager candidate finalists selected by GovHR and decide on the next steps in the selection process. An executive session will be held to review the candidates and develop the City Manager employment agreement.

• Presentation of City Manager candidate finalists from GovHR (Mayor Henderson)
• Executive session to review City Manager candidates and develop employment agreement (Mayor Henderson)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding animal licensing and impoundment and purchasing award procedures. The body will also consider a budget amendment for capital improvements and a contract for the YK Community Center expansion.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance 24-14 regarding animal licensing, impoundment, and destruction
• Public Hearing: Ordinance 24-15 regarding purchasing procedures for awards
• Ordinance 24-05(d): Amending the Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
• Resolution 24-13: Priorities for the SFY 2026 State of Alaska Capital Budget
• AM 24-32: Authorization to negotiate a contract for the YK Community Center expansion

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The Bethel Community Parks and Recreation Committee meets on Nov 11, 2024 to review updates on the community center construction, a shredder purchase request, and an energy audit of Cordova Pool. The committee will discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan outreach and will decide on a land designation for new park space and a capital budget appropriation for park rehabilitation. Public comments are accepted for five minutes per person before the meeting adjourns.

• Community Center Construction Project updates (unfinished business)
• Budget purchase request for a shredder for Cut Willows and Trail Cover
• Cordova Pool energy audit report
• Consideration of land designation for park space
• Budget plan for capital budget appropriations for park rehabilitation

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will discuss amendments to allow transportation network companies to operate. The body will also review changes regarding public intoxication and a draft ordinance amending BMC Title 6.04.03C.

• Consideration of BMC Title 5 Amendment for transportation network companies
• Discussion on recommended changes concerning public intoxication
• Draft approval of Ordinance 24-xx amending BMC Title 6.04.03C
• Declaration of a vacant seat per BMC 2.60.030F

Finance Committee

The Bethel Finance Committee will approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes, hear brief public comments, and discuss unfinished business on defining a rental. The meeting will also include September ex‑officio reports and other department updates.

• Approval of agenda (10/28/2024)
• Approval of meeting minutes (09/23/2024)
• Public comments (5 minutes per person)
• Unfinished business: Definition of a Rental (Alexandra Batchelor)
• Ex‑officio reports: September report and other department reports

City Council

The Bethel City Council will consider three ordinances that amend the municipal code and fees, and will adopt the city's 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The ordinances include repealing the City Business Licensing Code, updating non‑codified fees, and adopting the comprehensive plan. The council will also introduce new ordinances on animal licensing, purchasing procedures, and a resolution supporting neighborhood watch programs.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-11: repeal the City Business Licensing Code (Finance Committee)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-12: amend non‑codified fees and charges (Acting City Manager Strickler)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-13: adopt the 2045 City of Bethel Comprehensive Plan
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-14: amend animal licensing and impoundment rules (Public Safety and Transportation Commission)
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-15: amend purchasing procedures (Acting City Manager Strickler)

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission meeting on Oct 21, 2024 will review unfinished business on small‑boat harbor parking and harbor improvements, consider a new code amendment (14.07.090) to add a No Wake sign, and approve minutes from the Aug 19 and Sep 16 meetings. Public comments may be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. The meeting is at 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway and via Zoom.

• Unfinished Business – Small Boat Harbor Parking
• Unfinished Business – Harbor Improvements
• New Business – Code amendment 14.07.090 No Wake Sign
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 19, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 16, 2024

Public Works Committee

The Bethel Public Works Committee will review its duties and topics of interest for 2024. It will consider two draft ordinances—one to reduce the frequency of committee meetings, which the City Council has already adopted, and another to temporarily change membership requirements, which the City Council did not adopt. The committee will also receive a capital project update and discuss a mass‑notification system for utility customers.

• Draft ordinance to reduce public works committee meeting frequency (adopted by City Council)
• Draft ordinance to modify membership requirements from seven to five members temporarily (not adopted)
• Capital project update
• Mass notification system for utility customers (Butte)
• Review of committee duties and topics of interest for 2024

City Council

The Bethel City Council will consider several items, including the election of a mayor and vice‑mayor, appointments to various committees and commissions, a public hearing on Ordinance 24-05(c) to amend the capital improvement budget for FY 2024‑2025, and a contract to purchase and install a security fence and gates around the New Streets and Roads Division Shop on First Avenue. The contract will be negotiated by direct administration with the highest‑scoring company identified by the proposal review committee, as directed by Acting City Manager Strickler. These items will be addressed during the regular meeting on October 14, 2024.

• Election of the Mayor
• Election of the Vice‑Mayor
• Appointment of committee and commission representatives (Planning, Finance, Public Safety and Transportation, Port, Public Works, Community Parks and Recreation, Community Action Grant)
• Public hearing of Ordinance 24-05(c) to amend the Capital Improvement Budget for FY 2024‑2025
• Direct administration to negotiate and execute a contract for a security fence and gates around the New Streets and Roads Division Shop on First Avenue

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The Bethel Community Parks and Recreation Committee will review unfinished business, including updates on the Community Center construction, a budget purchase request for a shredder, and the Cordova Pool energy audit report. New business will cover a review of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and discussion of community outreach opportunities. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and monthly staff reports.

• Community Center Construction Project Updates
• Budget Purchase Request – Shredder for Cut Willows and Trail Cover
• Cordova Pool Energy Audit Report
• Review of 2045 Comprehensive Plan and outreach opportunities
• Monthly Ex Officio staff reports

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposals to subdivide land designated as open‑space parks and will consider issues concerning public nuisance properties. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and the September 12 and September 19 meeting minutes. A five‑minute public comment period is provided, with written comments due by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

• Unfinished Business: Discussion on Subdivisions on designated open space for parks
• Unfinished Business: Discussion on public nuisance properties
• Approval of regular September meeting minutes (09/12/2024)
• Approval of special September meeting minutes (09/19/2024)
• Public comments: written submissions to planning@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting

City Council

The Bethel City Council will consider several ordinances, including an amendment to the FY2025 capital improvement budget and a sole‑source contract with Dale Construction for concrete mix and repair work on the Port East Wall. The agenda also includes the repeal of the City Business Licensing Code, changes to non‑codified fees, and adoption of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Consent agenda items, meeting minutes, and election certification will be approved before moving to new business.

• Introduction of Ordinance 24-05(c): amendment to the FY2025 capital improvement budget (Acting City Manager Strickler)
• Authorization (AM 24-28) for a sole‑source procurement with Dale Construction for concrete mix and repair work for the Port East Wall (Acting City Manager Strickler)
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-11: repeal of the City Business Licensing Code (Finance Committee)
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-12: amendment of non‑codified fees and charges for the City of Bethel (Acting City Manager Strickler)
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-13: adoption of the 2045 Bethel Comprehensive Plan and amendment to Municipal Code 16.08 (Acting City Manager Strickler)

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will consider a BMC Title 5 amendment to permit Transportation Network Companies to operate in Bethel. It will also vote on Resolution 24-xx supporting Neighborhood Watch Programs, discuss recommended changes to public intoxication policies, and review Ordinance 24-xx amending BMC Title 6.04 Dog Impoundment for referral to the City Council. The meeting includes routine approval of the August 15, 2024 minutes.

• BMC Title 5 amendment to allow Transportation Network Companies to operate in Bethel
• Resolution 24-xx: Supporting Neighborhood Watch Programs
• Discussion on recommended changes to public intoxication policies
• Ordinance 24-xx amending BMC Title 6.04 Dog Impoundment for City Council review
• Approval of August 15, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Bethel City Council will approve the consent agenda and meeting minutes, hear reports from standing committees, and discuss new business. New business includes Ordinance 24-05(c) to amend the capital improvement budget for fiscal year 2025, and AM 24-28 to authorize a sole‑source contract with Dale Construction for concrete mix and repair work on the Port East Wall. The council will also receive documentation of the August 2024 financial budget and water & wastewater activity report.

• Ordinance 24-05(c): amendment to the capital improvement budget for FY 2025 (July 1 2024–June 30 2025)
• AM 24-28: sole‑source procurement with Dale Construction for concrete mix and repair work on the Port East Wall
• IM 24-09: documentation that the council received and reviewed the August 2024 financial budget and water & wastewater activity report
• Approval of consent agenda items, including minutes from 9‑10‑2024 and 9‑17‑2024 meetings
• Public comment period: five minutes per person

Finance Committee

The City of Bethel Finance Committee will meet to discuss a proposed ordinance to repeal business licenses. The committee will also review the Finance Report with Budget to Actuals and the August 2024 Manager's Reports.

• Ordinance 24-xx: Business License Repeal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning change. The proposal involves amending the Land Use Zoning Map for a specific location on 5th Avenue.

• Public hearing to change zoning from Public Lands and Institutions Zone (PLI) to General Use Zone (GU) at 5th Avenue, 3230 U.S. Survey 3230 AB Block 7 Lots 4, 5, & 6

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review its duties and 2024 topics of interest. It will discuss two draft ordinances—one that reduces how often committees meet, which the City Council has adopted, and another that changes membership requirements, which the Council did not adopt. The meeting also includes a capital project update and a discussion of a mass‑notification system for utility customers.

• Review of Committee Duties and 2024 Topics of Interest
• Draft Ordinance to Reduce Frequency of Committee Meetings – adopted by City Council
• Draft Ordinance Modifying Membership Requirements from Seven to Five – not adopted
• Capital Project Update
• Mass Notification for Utility Customers (Butte)

City Council

The Bethel City Council will discuss authorizing additional advertising for the GovHR city manager recruitment contract and limiting the search period, as proposed by Mayor Mark Springer. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, public comment time, and agenda approval. No other substantive actions are listed on the agenda.

• Authorize additional advertising for the GovHR City Manager recruitment contract (Mayor Springer)

The Bethel City Council held a special meeting and approved AM 24-27, authorizing additional advertising for the GovHR city manager recruitment contract and limiting the search period. The motion passed unanimously with all five present members voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved AM 24-27 authorizing additional advertising for GovHR city manager recruitment and limiting search period (5-0)

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission meeting will review unfinished business on small‑boat harbor parking and harbor improvement projects, and will introduce a new ordinance amendment (14.07.090) to add a No Wake sign. Public comments are accepted up to the meeting time, and the commission will vote on these items.

• Small Boat Harbor Parking
• Harbor Improvements
• 14.07.090 No Wake Sign Code Amendment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the Bethel Comp Plan 2035. The body is also considering a rezoning request for specific lots in US Survey 3230 AB.

• Rezoning of lots 4, 5, and 6 Block 7 of US Survey 3230 AB from Public Lands and Institution (PLI) to General Use (GU) zone
• Review and approval of Bethel Comp Plan 2035

City Council

The Bethel City Council will consider several budget-related ordinances, including amendments to the FY 2024 operating budget, the FY 2025 operating budget, and the FY 2025 capital improvement budget. New business includes authorizing the Acting City Manager to negotiate a memorandum of understanding with Colorado State University and a contract for a transit center boiler replacement. The council will also approve the consent agenda, meeting minutes, and review financial and water‑wastewater reports.

• Public hearing on Budget Ordinance 23-11(h): amendment to FY 2024 operating budget
• Public hearing on Budget Modification 24-04(b): amendment to FY 2025 operating budget
• Public hearing on Budget Ordinance 24-05(b): amendment to FY 2025 capital improvement budget
• Authorize Acting City Manager to negotiate MOU with Colorado State University (AM 24-25)
• Authorize Acting City Manager to negotiate contract for transit center boiler replacement (AM 24-26)

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The Bethel Community Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss updates on the Community Center construction project, the Cordova Pool energy audit, and the Boardwalk Maintenance Plan. It will consider a draft ordinance modifying monthly meeting requirements for committees and commissions, review FY 24 budget actuals, equitable access program data, and a purchase request for a shredder for cut willows and trail cover. The committee will also accept Kathy Hanson’s resignation.

• Community Center Construction Project Updates
• Cordova Pool Energy Audit Report
• Boardwalk Maintenance Plan
• Draft Ordinance Modifying Monthly Meeting Requirements for Committees and Commissions
• Budget Purchase Request for Shredder for Cut Willows and Trail Cover

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Public Safety and Transportation Commission scheduled for September 4, 2024, is cancelled.

City Council

The Bethel City Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances that amend the municipal code regarding committee composition, meeting schedules, disposal of a building at 105 Ptarmigan, and a land lease to Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation. The council will also consider a zoning amendment (Ordinance 24-10) that would add a general‑use designation to city‑owned property on Fifth Avenue, Lot 4‑6, Block 7. Additional items include budget ordinances for FY 2024‑2025 and a contract to build a new animal control facility.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-06: reduce voting members on committees
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-07: change committee meeting schedule to every other month
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-08: authorize demolition of building at 105 Ptarmigan
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-09: lease municipal land to Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-10: apply for general‑use zoning for Fifth Avenue property

Finance Committee

The City of Bethel Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the repeal of business licenses and the frequency of committee meetings. The body will also review the July report and finance budget.

• Business License Repeal
• Committee Meeting Frequency
• July Report and Finance Budget

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review its duties and topics of interest for 2024, consider two draft ordinances proposed by the City Council—one to reduce meeting frequency and another to temporarily lower membership requirements—and receive updates on a capital project and a mass‑notification system for utility customers.

• Review of Committee Duties and Responsibilities and Determination of Committee Topics of Interest for 2024
• Draft Ordinance to Reduce the Frequency of Meetings for Committees and Commissions (Council agenda for adoption 8‑13‑24)
• Draft Ordinance Modifying Membership Requirements from Seven to Five Temporarily When Less Than Five Members Are Appointed (adopted by the City Council)
• Capital Project Update
• Mass Notification for Utility Customers (Butte)

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission meeting will review Ordinance 24-07 on meeting frequency, approve the agenda and the July 15 minutes, and consider two new items: Small Boat Harbor Parking and Harbor Improvements.

• Review Ordinance 24-07 Meeting Frequency Reduction for Committees and Commissions
• Approve agenda
• Approve July 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Small Boat Harbor Parking
• Harbor Improvements

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will discuss the Neighborhood Watch program and consider a Title 5 amendment to permit transportation network companies to operate in Bethel. They will also draft a resolution for the Neighborhood Watch program and note the cancellation of the September 4, 2024 meeting. Public comments are invited via email before the meeting.

• Neighborhood Watch Program – unfinished business
• BMC Title 5 amendment to allow transportation network companies
• National Night Out discussion
• Draft resolution for Neighborhood Watch Program
• Cancellation of September 4, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Bethel City Council will consider several agenda items, including a public hearing on Ordinance 24-06 to reduce voting members of committees. New ordinances 24-07, 24-08, and 24-09 will be introduced, covering committee meeting schedules and disposal of city property. Two administrative motions will be voted on: AM 24-22 to negotiate agreements with the University of Alaska Fairbanks with $112,000 and $72,600 allocations, and AM 24-23 to contract the construction of two three‑plexes funded by a $3 million Alaska Housing Finance Corporation grant.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-06: amend municipal code to reduce voting members of committees under special circumstances
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-07: amend code to reduce meeting schedule requirement for committees
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-08: authorize demolition of the building at 105 Ptarmigan
• AM 24-22: authorize city manager to negotiate agreements with UAF, allocating $112,000 to UAF Cooperative Extension 4‑H and $72,600 to Kuskokwim Consortium Library
• AM 24-23: authorize contract to construct two three‑plexes using the city’s $3 million grant from Alaska Housing Finance Corporation

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The Community Parks and Recreation Committee will review budget requests, draft ordinances, and maintenance plans. The agenda includes unfinished business on the Community Center Construction Project and a draft ordinance modifying committee meeting requirements.

• Community Center Construction Project (no updates)
• Draft ordinance modifying committee meeting requirements
• Budget purchase request for a shredder
• Cordova Pool energy audit report
• Boardwalk maintenance plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to provide recommendations on a proposed fee schedule and a land swap involving Blue Sky. The body will also consult with the City Lawyer regarding fill requirements.

• Proposed fee schedule recommendation
• Blue Sky land swap recommendation
• City Lawyer discussion on fill requirements
• Proposed change to commission meeting frequency to every 3 months

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will discuss amendments to BMC Title 5 regarding transportation network companies. The body is also reviewing the Neighborhood Watch Program and National Night Out.

• Consideration of BMC Title 5 Amendment to allow transportation network companies to operate in Bethel
• Drafting a resolution for the Neighborhood Watch Program
• Discussion of National Night Out

City Council

The Bethel City Council will tour several city facilities, including the Ptarmigan culverts, Public Works at 1155 Ridgecrest, the Animal Shelter at 1135 Ridgecrest, and the Port dock near 919 Front St. After the tour, Acting City Manager Strickler will lead a discussion on funding priorities for city projects. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and public comments.

• Tour of city facilities (Ptarmigan culverts, Public Works at 1155 Ridgecrest, Animal Shelter at 1135 Ridgecrest, Port dock near 919 Front St, City Hall)
• Discussion of funding priorities for city projects (led by Acting City Manager Strickler)

Public Works Committee

The Bethel Public Works Committee meeting on July 24, 2024 will discuss unfinished business, including evaluation of 2024 committee goals, review of duties and responsibilities, and two draft ordinances—one to reduce the frequency of meetings for committees and commissions and another to temporarily lower membership requirements from seven to five when fewer members are appointed. The committee will also hear public comments and address any new business.

• Evaluation of 2024 committee goals, tasks, and priorities
• Review of committee duties, responsibilities, and topics of interest for 2024
• Draft ordinance to reduce the frequency of meetings for committees and commissions
• Draft ordinance to modify membership requirements from seven to five temporarily when fewer than five members are appointed

City Council

The Bethel City Council will conduct public hearings to amend the fiscal year 2025 operating budget and the capital budget allocation. Council members will also consider an ordinance to reduce voting members on committees under special circumstances. New business includes authorizing disposal of two water trucks and one sewer truck and approving an electrical services contract with Company A.

• Public hearing on Budget Modification 24-04 to amend FY 2025 operating budget (Acting City Manager Strickler)
• Public hearing on Budget Ordinance 24-05 to amend FY 2025 capital budget allocation (Acting City Manager Strickler)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-06 to reduce voting members of committees under special circumstances (Council Member Snow)
• Resolution 24-10 authorizing disposal of two city water trucks and one sewer truck (Acting City Manager Strickler)
• AM 24-21 authorizing Acting City Manager to negotiate and execute an electrical services contract with Company A (Acting City Manager Strickler)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing. The commission will consider a permitting request from Bethel Broadcasting dba KYUK.

• Public hearing regarding the replacement of a self-support tower at 640 Radio Street

Public Works Committee

The Bethel Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes, review 2024 goals and tasks, and consider two draft ordinances. The meeting is open to public comments submitted in writing by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting.

• Evaluation of 2024 Committee Goals, Tasks, and Priorities
• Review of Committee Duties and Responsibilities for 2024
• Draft Ordinance to reduce committee meeting frequency (Administration)
• Draft Ordinance modifying membership requirements temporarily (Administration)

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission will convene to approve minutes from June 2024, discuss unfinished business, and consider Ordinance #24-xx regarding meeting dates. The meeting will be held at 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 6/17/2024 and 6/24/2024
• Ordinance #24-xx Move meeting dates
• Public hearing for people to be heard
• Department reports
• Member comments

Planning Commission

The Bethel Planning Commission will discuss a land exchange for Bluesky Park. The commission will also continue discussions regarding site permit fill requirements and a proposed fee schedule.

• Land Exchange for Bluesky Park
• Discussion and recommendation on proposed fee schedule
• Follow up discussion on fill required for site permit

City Council

The council will consider introductions for amendments to the FY 2025 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes a contract amendment for IT services and a statement regarding the KNIK Dock seawall expansion. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a legal matter.

• Introduction of Budget Modification 24-04 (a) for FY 2025 operating budget
• Introduction of Budget Ordinance 24-05 (a) for FY 2025 capital budget
• Ordinance 24-06 regarding committee voting member reductions
• Contract amendment with Alaska Communications for remote IT services
• Statement of Non Objection for KNIK Dock seawall expansion

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will discuss a boardwalk maintenance plan and draft ordinances regarding membership requirements and meeting frequency. Members will also revisit topics including lifeguard shortages and pool rental fees. No updates are currently available for the Community Center Construction Project.

• Boardwalk Maintenance Plan
• Draft ordinance on membership requirements
• Draft ordinance on committee meeting requirements
• LKSD Swim Team pool rental fees
• Cordova Pool energy audit report

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The commission will discuss dispatcher pay increases and the regulation of transportation network companies in Bethel. Members will also consider draft ordinances regarding committee meeting frequencies and membership requirements.

• BMC Title 5 Amendment for Transportation Network Companies
• Pay increase for dispatchers
• Taxi cab permit extension support
• Ordinance to reduce committee meeting frequency
• Ordinance to modify commission membership requirements

City Council

The Bethel City Council will meet to review administrative appointments and housing initiatives. The agenda includes a presentation on human and animal health and updates regarding the Last Frontier Housing Initiative. Additionally, the council will review May 2024 water and wastewater activity reports.

• Transfer of Acting City Manager appointment from Bill Arnold to Lori Strickler
• Appointment of Kevin Morgan as Acting City Clerk for July 13–August 18
• Contract negotiations for Last Frontier Housing Initiative funds
• Temporary suspension of taxicab and chauffeur service regulations
• Presentation on the Human and Animal Health Project

Finance Committee

The Bethel Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes from several meetings held between January and April 2024. The committee will also discuss a proposal to change the regular meeting start time to 5:30 p.m.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 22, February 26, March 25, and April 22, 2024
• Proposal to change the meeting time to 5:30 p.m.

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission meeting includes discussion of the Knik Dock Project under new business. The agenda also covers approval of minutes and receiving public comments.

• Knik Dock Project

Public Works Committee

The City of Bethel Public Works Committee will review its 2024 goals, tasks, and priorities. The agenda includes a discussion on a utility rate study and the February 2, 2024, DEC O&M Best Practices Memo. The meeting also features the April 2024 Public Works Director's report.

• Utility rate study
• Evaluation of 2024 goals, tasks, and priorities
• Review of committee duties and topics of interest
• DEC O&M Best Practices Memo review
• April 2024 Public Works Director's report

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission is meeting to discuss parking permits and associated costs for vehicles in the Small Boat Harbor. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 18, 2024, meeting.

• Discussion of vehicle parking permits and costs in the Small Boat Harbor
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 18, 2024

Planning Commission

The Bethel Planning Commission will meet on June 13, 2024, to discuss site permit fill requirements and a proposed fee schedule change. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding Blue Sky Drainage.

• Follow up discussion on fill required for site permit
• Discussion and recommendation on proposed fee schedule change
• Discussion on Blue Sky Drainage

City Council

The Bethel City Council will hold public hearings regarding the adoption of the fiscal year 2025 annual operating budget and the capital improvement budget. The council will also consider a sole source procurement for road material emulsifier and a contract renewal for accounting services.

• Public hearing: FY 2025 Annual Operating Budget (Ordinance 24-04)
• Public hearing: FY 2025 Capital Improvement Budget (Ordinance 24-05)
• Sole source procurement of EK35 Emulsifier from Polar Supply (AM 24-14)
• Contract renewal with Carmen Jackson CPA, LLC (AM 24-15)
• Appointment of committee and commission members (AM 24-13)

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will review the Community Parks and Recreation Department draft budget and YK Fitness Center expenditures. Discussions also include LKSD Swim Team pool rental fees and an update on the YK Fitness Center roof.

• Consideration of Community Parks and Recreation Department draft budget
• Review of YK Fitness Center fiscal year expenditures, revenues, and transfers
• Vote on Harbor Park Sign finalists for Kids Vote ballot
• Discussion of LKSD Swim Team pool rental fees
• Update on the YK Fitness Center roof

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission meets on June 5, 2024, to approve past meeting minutes and review several public safety and transportation matters. Members are considering a Bethel Municipal Code Title 5 amendment that would permit transportation network companies to operate in the city. Other agenda items include proposed updates to the Neighborhood Watch Program, a pay increase for dispatchers, and commission support for extending taxi cab permits. The meeting also covers planning discussions for National Night Out and Shop With a Hero.

• Consideration of BMC Title 5 amendment to allow transportation network companies in Bethel
• Commission support for taxi cab permit extension
• Proposed pay increase for dispatchers
• Updates on the Neighborhood Watch Program
• Planning discussions for National Night Out and Shop With a Hero

City Council

The City Council will introduce ordinances for the Fiscal Year 2025 annual operating and capital improvement budgets. The body will also consider a bid for water and sewer improvements and certify a previous financial statement.

• Introduction of Ordinance 24-04: Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-05: Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
• AM 24-12: Bid for Bethel Heights Martina Oscar Water and Sewer Improvements Phase 1 with Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. for $1,660,489.00
• Resolution 24-08: Certifying the Annual Financial Statement of Revenues and Authorized Expenditures for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023

Planning Commission

The Bethel Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 9, 2024, to discuss unfinished business, including follow-up on activity done without a site plan permit, temporary and permanent structures, and the amount of fill required for site permits. They will also consider amending the Planning Department's fee schedule. The agenda includes standard items like call to order, roll call, public comments, and approval of minutes.

• Follow-up discussion on activity done without a site plan permit
• Discussion on temporary and permanent structures
• Discussion on amount of fill required for site permit
• Amending Fee Schedule for Planning Dept.

City Council

The Bethel City Council is meeting to review and possibly amend the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget, and to consider recommended candidates for city positions from Gov HR, including setting an interview schedule. The agenda includes routine items like public comments and consent agenda approvals.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget Review/Amendment
• Presentation of recommended candidates from Gov HR and determination of interview schedule

City Council

The City of Bethel Council is holding a special budget meeting to review and amend the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. The agenda contains no other specific business items, contracts, or ordinances. Public comments are limited to five minutes per person.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget Review/Amendment

City Council

The Bethel City Council will review a consent agenda containing four items. The most significant action is a resolution to place a hold on issuing Community Action Grant distributions until the third quarter of 2024 and waive grant committee meetings until September 2024. The council will also approve a contract with Bethel Friends of Canines for animal shelter services and conditionally protest a restaurant license renewal for Fili’s Pizza.

• Resolution 24-07: Place a hold on Community Action Grant distributions until Q3 2024 and waive committee meetings until September 2024
• AM 24-08: Authorize City Manager to negotiate a contract with Bethel Friends of Canines for animal shelter and care services
• Resolution 24-06: Conditionally protest the renewal of a restaurant eating place license for Fili’s Pizza at 110 Osage Street
• IM 24-05: Document receipt and review of the March 2024 Financial Budget Report and Water & Wastewater Activity Report

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review the March and financial reports. The committee is also considering a proposal to change the meeting time to 5:30.

• Proposed change of meeting time to 5:30
• Review of March Report
• Review of Financial Report

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review its 2024 goals, tasks, and priorities. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a utility rate study and an operations and maintenance best practices memo.

• Evaluation of 2024 goals, tasks, and priorities
• Utility Rate Study
• Feb 2, 2024 DEC O&M Best Practices Memo

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget. The body will also consider transit system operations and a liquor license renewal.

• Public Hearing of Ordinance 23-11(g) to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget
• AM 24-06: Memorandum of Understanding with Tundra Women’s Coalition for transit and transitional housing
• AM 24-07: Revisions to FTA Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy for Bethel Transit System
• Alcohol license renewal application #5445 for Marina Inc. (Fili’s Pizza) at 110 Osage Street

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The Community Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to discuss the department's draft and final FY25 budgets. The body will also review YK Fitness Center operations and roof updates.

• Consideration of Community Parks and Recreation Department draft budget
• Review of YK Fitness Center fiscal year operational budget expenditures, revenues, and transfers
• Update on the YK Fitness Center roof
• Update from HealthFit on the Equitable Access Program roll out
• Discussion regarding lifeguard shortage

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will meet to discuss public safety and transit matters. The body is considering an amendment to BMC Title 5 regarding transportation network companies.

• Consideration of BMC Title 5 Amendment to allow transportation network companies to operate in Bethel
• Discussion of City of Bethel Police Department website
• Discussion of Neighborhood Watch Program
• Review of Manager's Reports 03-2024
• Review of Transportation Inspector's Report 03-2024

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on amending the Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget and removing expiration dates for senior exemption cards. The body will also consider a resolution to change the Bethel Precinct No. 1 location.

• Public Hearing of Ordinance 23-11(g): Amending the City of Bethel Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget
• Public Hearing of Ordinance 24-03: Removing expiration dates on senior exemption cards
• Public Hearing of Resolution 24-04: Changing Bethel Precinct No. 1 location to the Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center
• Resolution 24-05: Exempting the Grant Manager position from the Public Employees’ Retirement System Participation Agreement
• Executive session for annual evaluations of the City Attorney and City Clerk

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding 2024 goals and committee duties. The body is also reviewing a utility rate study and a February 2, 2024, DEC O&M Best Practices Memo.

• Utility Rate Study
• Evaluation of 2024 goals, tasks, and priorities
• Review of committee duties and responsibilities
• Feb 2, 2024 DEC O&M Best Practices Memo

Port Commission

The City of Bethel Port Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes discussions on a recommendation to Alaska DOT to raise Hanger Lake Road, parking rules for non-residents at the Small Boat Harbor, and a potential lot purchase. The body will also review a DNR notice on derelict vessels and approve the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Discussion of recommendation for Alaska DOT to raise Hanger Lake Road
• Discussion of vehicle parking for non-residents at Small Boat Harbor
• Discussion of purchasing the lot across from the Small Boat Harbor
• Review of DNR Notice of Proposed New Regulations on Derelict Vessels
• Approval of Knik Dock Letter of Non-objection

Planning Commission

The Bethel Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for a triplex with three two-bedroom units in a residential zone. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 8 meeting and hear public comments.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for triplex at 331 Akiachak, City Subdivision, Plat #71-425 Block 6 Lot 38
• Applicant/Property Owner: Sahmi Pellumbi
• Approval of February 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• People to be heard: 5 minutes per person, written comments due by 4:00 p.m. day of meeting

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The Bethel Community Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on items related to the YK Fitness Center, including its operational budget, expense reports, and a roof update. They will also consider the department's draft budget and receive reports from HealthFit on the Equitable Access Program and fitness center usage.

• Review of YK Fitness Center FY operational budget expenditures, revenues, and transfers
• FY22 and FY23 DOWL expense report for YK Fitness Center
• Update on YK Fitness Center roof
• Consideration of Community Parks and Recreation Department draft budget
• HealthFit reports for December 2023 and January 2024

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Bethel Public Safety and Transportation Commission is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including a proposed amendment to city code (BMC Title 5) that would allow transportation network companies (like Uber or Lyft) to operate in Bethel. The agenda also includes new business items such as a fire hydrant adoption program, insurance claims for city-caused damages, and complaints about community cabs. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in-person.

• Consideration of BMC Title 5 amendment to allow transportation network companies (e.g., Uber, Lyft) in Bethel
• Discussion of Bethel Fire Department Adopt-a-Hydrant program for residents to sponsor hydrants
• Discussion on making insurance claims for city-caused damages
• Community cab complaints discussion
• Approval of minutes from 02-07-2024 meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances regarding excise taxes and job classifications. The body will also review the Fiscal Year 2021 Audit Report and discuss City Manager employment in executive session.

• Public Hearing of Ordinance 24-01: Adding non-tobacco nicotine products to the excise tax
• Public Hearing of Ordinance 24-02: Adding a pay grade and job title for the Grant Manager position
• Fiscal Year 2021 Audit Report from BDO
• Executive session regarding City Manager review and employment agreement development

Finance Committee

The Bethel Finance Committee is meeting to continue discussion on a proposed change to the expiration date on senior exemption cards under city code, and to consider changing the meeting time. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving a staff report.

• Continued discussion on B.M.C. 4.16.170 (H) 2 - expiration date on senior exemption card
• Discussion on changing meeting time
• Approval of minutes from 01/22/2024
• Ex officio report for January

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission will hold its regular meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes from prior meetings, and discuss several port-related matters. Key discussions include recommending that the City Council ask Alaska DOT to raise Hangar Lake Road, addressing Small Boat Harbor parking for non-residents, and considering the purchase of a lot across from the harbor. The commission will also review the City Dock Inspection Report and approve the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Discussion on recommending City Council ask Alaska DOT to raise Hangar Lake Road
• Discussion on Small Boat Harbor vehicle parking for non-residents
• Discussion on purchasing lot across from Small Boat Harbor
• Discussion on City Dock Inspection Report
• Approval of Port Commission Regular Meeting 2024 Calendar

City Council

The City of Bethel Council will conduct a public hearing on Ordinance 23-11(f) to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget. The meeting includes the introduction of an ordinance to extend the excise tax on cigarettes and tobacco products to non-tobacco nicotine products. Additionally, the Council will consider resolutions regarding the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation’s Last Frontier Housing Initiative and state capital budget priorities for SFY 2025.

• Public Hearing of Ordinance 23-11(f): Amending the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-01: Amending Bethel Municipal Code 4.17 to add non-tobacco nicotine products to the excise tax list
• Resolution 24-02: Authorizing evaluation of capacity for the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation’s Last Frontier Housing Initiative Grant Program
• Resolution 24-03: City Of Bethel Priorities For The SFY 2025 State Of Alaska Capital Budget
• AM 24-03: Commitment To Provide Cash Match For State Fiscal Year 2025 Federal Transit Administration 5311 Grant

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The Community Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including a review of the YK Fitness Center's fiscal year operational budget, DOWL expense reports, an update on the Equitable Access Program, and the fitness center roof. They will also consider detailed DOWL invoices as new business. The agenda includes standard items like call to order, roll call, public comments, and approval of minutes.

• Review of YK Fitness Center FY operational budget expenditures, revenues, transfers
• FY22 and FY23 DOWL expense report for YK Fitness Center
• Update on HealthFit Equitable Access Program rollout
• Update on YK Fitness Center roof
• Detailed DOWL invoices

Planning Commission

The Bethel Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and hearing public comments. The main new item is a request regarding the JJordan address. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• JJordan Address Request
• Approval of meeting minutes from 01/11/2023
• Public comments accepted until 4:00 p.m. on meeting day

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will consider amending city code to allow transportation network companies (like Uber or Lyft) to operate in Bethel, and will discuss a fire department training program for officials. They will also review police website updates and a neighborhood watch program.

• Consideration of BMC Title 5 amendment to allow transportation network companies in Bethel
• Discussion to support Bethel Fire Department's 'Fire Ops 101' for officials in Summer 2024
• Update on City of Bethel Police Department website
• Update on Neighborhood Watch Program
• Public comments accepted via email by 4:00 p.m. on meeting day

City Council

The City of Bethel Council will hold a public interview with City Manager candidate Bert O'Rear. Following the interview, the Council will enter an executive session to discuss the candidate's review and the development of an employment agreement. The agenda contains no other new business items, ordinances, or budget decisions.

• Public interview with City Manager candidate Bert O'Rear
• Executive session to discuss City Manager review and employment agreement development

City Council

The City Council will vote on consent items including an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget and a resolution supporting the renaming of the Bethel National Guard Armory. The meeting also includes a presentation on December 2023 water and sewer expenditures compared to the budget. Additionally, the council will hear from the Alzheimer's Association regarding potential state funding for adult day services.

• Introduction of Ordinance 23-11 (f) Amending the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget
• Resolution 24-01: Supporting The Renaming Of The Bethel National Guard Armory, After Bethel Resident And Alaska National Guard Serviceman Robert Hoffman
• IM 24-01: Presentation Of The City's Water And Sewer Services Expenditures Compared TO Budget For December 2023
• Presentation by Elizabeth Bolling of the Alzheimer's Association on potential state funding for adult day services

Finance Committee

The Bethel Finance Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, discuss its calendar, and consider a change to the expiration date on the Senior Exemption Card under B.M.C. 4.16.170 (H) 2. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving a December report.

• Election of Chair and Vice-chair
• Discuss changes to B.M.C. 4.16.170 (H) 2 - Expiration date on Senior Exemption Card
• Committee Calendar
• December Report from Ex Officio
• Approval of minutes from 12/18/2024

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to elect leadership and address several unfinished items. Discussions include potential amendments to municipal codes regarding plastic bags and disposable food service ware, as well as a street sweeping policy.

• Amending BMC 08.12.020 and 08.12.030 regarding plastic bags and disposable food service ware
• Creating a street sweeping policy for paved road owners
• Review of the Bethel Comprehensive Plan Update
• Utility Rate Study
• Declaration of vacancies for Alyssa Leary and Robert Lekander

Port Commission

The Bethel Port Commission is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, approve past minutes, and discuss several items including a recommendation to ask Alaska DOT to raise Hanger Lake Road, parking for non-residents at the Small Boat Harbor, the possibility of purchasing a lot across from the harbor, and the City Dock Inspection Report. The meeting is open to the public with time for comments.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion on recommending City Council ask Alaska DOT to raise Hanger Lake Road
• Discussion on Small Boat Harbor vehicle parking for non-residents of Bethel
• Discussion on purchasing the lot across from the Small Boat Harbor
• Approval of Port Commission Regular Meeting 2024 Calendar

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold elections for Chair and Co-Chair. Members will discuss the acquisition and disposal of land and review city needs and priorities with the new planner.

• 2024 election of Chair and Co-Chair
• Discussion of Acquisition and Disposal of Land
• Discussion of city needs and priorities with new planner
• Declaring seats vacant

City Council

The Bethel City Council will conduct interviews for the city manager position with three candidates: John Millan, Bert O'Rear, and Joe Rodriguez. Following the interviews, the council will enter an executive session to review the city manager's performance and develop an employment agreement, which may include discussion of all candidates. The meeting is otherwise a regular business meeting with public comment and consent agenda items.

• City manager candidate interviews: John Millan, Bert O'Rear, Joe Rodriguez
• Executive session on city manager review and employment agreement development
• Public comment period (5 minutes per person)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss new business and review reports from the Mayor, City Manager, and Clerk. The agenda includes an executive session regarding anticipated litigation in the case of Larisa Bogunovic v. Bethel.

• AM 24-01: Appointment of Committee and Commission Members for three-year terms
• Executive session regarding anticipated litigation: Larisa Bogunovic v. Bethel

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

The Community Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss the YK Fitness Center's operational budget, expense reports, and roof status. The committee will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and set the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Review of YK Fitness Center fiscal year operational budget expenditures, revenues, and transfers
• FY22 and FY23 DOWL expense report for YK Fitness Center
• Update on the YK Fitness Center roof
• Update from HealthFit on the Equitable Access Program roll out
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will meet to discuss budget requests for police and fire department pay increases and bonuses. The body will also address commission leadership elections and various public safety programs.

• Budget request for Police and Fire Department pay increases and bonuses
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of building a new pound
• Proposal for a Neighborhood/Community Watch Program
• COPS training program for American Indian and Alaska Native Missing Person Cases