Bethel, AK

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Posted 10/29/2026 at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PUBLIC SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 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 Curtis Hastie Jesslyn Elliot Mark Springer, Council Rep. Jody Brand STAFF Jeff Kirkham, Ex Officio Member Shelly Myers, Ex Officio Member smyers@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. Election of Chair and Vice Chair VI. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. 10-7-2026 Public Safety and Transportation Commission Meeting Minutes VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. COB Pound Stats B. Table Discussion on Proposed Taxi Fare Increase C. Taxi Fee Ordinance Change 2026 VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Declaring a Seat Vacant Per BMC 2.60.030F - Joy Anderson IX. EX OFFICIO REPORT Posted 10/29/2026 at City Hal …

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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

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

Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

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

Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 19:00

Port 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

Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 19:00

Port 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

Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 19:00

Port 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

Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

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

Mon May 17, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

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 21, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 18:30

Finance Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Mon Jul 19, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

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

Mon Aug 16, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

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

Mon Sep 20, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Mon Oct 18, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Mon Nov 15, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Mon Dec 20, 2027 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Recent meetings

Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Bethel City Council to hold public hearings on sales tax and park funding

The City Council will hold a public hearing on amending sales tax definitions for remote sales and a resolution to seek grant funding for Pinky’s Park. The body will also consider updates to taxi rates and regulations regarding city easements and rights-of-way.

Public hearing on Ordinance 26-17 regarding sales tax definitions for remote sales
Public hearing and vote on Resolution 26-14 for a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Pinky’s Park
Introduction of Ordinance 26-18 regarding easements, rights-of-way, and property interests
Introduction of Ordinance 26-19 to update regulated vehicle rates for taxicabs and chauffeurs
Administrative review of Alaskabuds, LLC retail marijuana store license renewal #18735

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Posted October 21, 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 City Council Meeting Agenda, October 27, 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 Alicia Miner, Mark Springer, Teresa Keller, Pamela Conrad, Kelsi Kime, Joseph Klejka 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 …

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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to introduce Revenue Recovery Group

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss a meeting time change and hold a kickoff introduction for the Revenue Recovery Group. The committee will also review reports from RUBA and the Manager.

Revenue Recovery Group kickoff introduction
Discussion regarding meeting time change
RUBA Report for August 2026
Manager's Report for October 2026

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

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Posted 10/20/2026 at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL FINANCE COMMITTEE MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 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 John Hamilton, Chair Greg Schiedler, Council Rep. Eileen Arnold, Vice-chair Nathan DeHaan Kelli Kortemeier Vacancies:2 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 VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Meeting Time Change Discussion VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Revenue Recovery Group - Kickoff Introduction VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. RUBA Report - August 2026 B. Manager's Report - October 2026 IX. MEMBER COMMENTS X. ADJOURNMENT

Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to elect Mayor, Vice-Mayor, and commission representatives

The City Council will conduct elections for the Mayor and Vice-Mayor positions. The meeting also includes the appointment of representatives to various city committees and commissions.

Election of the Mayor
Election of the Vice-Mayor
Appointment of representatives to Planning Commission
Appointment of representatives to Finance Committee
Appointment of representatives to Public Safety and Transportation Commission

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✓ Decided: Bethel City Council elects Rose Henderson mayor and Alicia Miner vice-mayor

The Bethel City Council conducted leadership elections, unanimously electing Rose Henderson as mayor with seven votes. Alicia Miner was elected vice-mayor over Teresa Keller by a 6-1 vote. Mayor Henderson then designated council representatives to serve on various local committees, commissions, and Yuut Elitnaurviat.

Elected Rose Henderson as Mayor (7-0)
Elected Alicia Miner as Vice-Mayor (6-1)
Appointed council members to seven city committees/commissions and Yuut Elitnaurviat

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

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Posted 10/14/2026 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 City Council Meeting Agenda, October 20, 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, Joseph Klejka 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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City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Special Meeting October 20, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER A Special Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on October 20, 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 City Council Member Kelsi Kime Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad (telephonically) City Council Member Alicia Miner Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller City Council Member Joseph Klejka (telephonically) Members Absent: Also in attendance were the following: City Clerk Kevin Morgan 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 AGENDA Main Motion: Approval of the Agenda. Moved by: j Alicia Miner Seconded by: | Kelsi Kime In favor: | Mark Springer, Kelsi Kime, Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad, Alicia Miner, Teresa Keller, Joseph Klejka Opposed: | None Results: | Motion Carries City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska October 20, 2026 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7. NEW BUSINESS Item 7.1. - a) Election Of The Mayor b) Election Of The Vice-Mayor c) Appointment Of Committee/Commission Council Representatives 1. Council Committees And Commissions a. Planning Commission b. Finance Committee c. Public Safety And Transportatio …

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Joseph Klejka yea

ADJOURNMENT

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Joseph Klejka yea

Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to hold public hearings on land rights and property leasing

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the acquisition of land rights of way and the lease of city-owned real property. The meeting also includes the certification of the October 6, 2026, election results and the swearing-in of new council members.

Public hearing on Ordinance 26-15: Acquisition of interest in land rights of way from heirs of Lena Phillip and Kayana Swope
Public hearing on Ordinance 26-16: Lease of city-owned real property (U.S. Survey 3230 A and B, Block 7, Lots 16-21) to Alaska Directional
Resolution 26-12: Certifying the results of the October 6, 2026 Regular City Election
Introduction of Ordinance 26-17: Amending sales tax definitions for remote sales
AM 26-21: Appointment of committee and commission members

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✓ Decided: Bethel City Council certifies election results and swears in new members

The City Council certified the results of the October 6 election and administered oaths to four council members. The council also approved two ordinances regarding land rights and the lease of city-owned property.

Adopted Resolution 26-12 certifying October 6 election results (7-0)
Administered oaths to newly elected members Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad, Alicia Miner, and Joseph Klejka
Adopted Ordinance 26-15 for acquisition of land rights from heirs of Lena Phillip and Kayana Swope (7-0)
Adopted Ordinance 26-16 for lease of city-owned real property to Alaska Directional (7-0)
Approved introduction of Ordinance 26-17 regarding remote sales tax definitions via consent agenda (7-0)
Approved AM 26-21 for appointment of committee and commission members via consent agenda (7-0)
Approved September 22 and October 5 meeting minutes via consent agenda (7-0)

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Posted October 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, October 13, 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 a …

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City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on October 13, 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 Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad City Council Member Alicia Miner Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller City Council Member Greg Schiedler 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 Buster Hanson- Bethel, Alaska-Spoke about how the low hourly wage may cause critical staffing issues at the Fire Department. Recommends the full hourly pay rate found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Brian Kruse- Bethel, Alaska- Spoke about the challenges that firefighters face in Bethel. Spoke about the rate of pay being low and decreasing morale. Recommends that firefighters get paid the CBA rate. Matthew Cleaver- Bethel, Alaska- Spoke about the hazards that firefighters face and the rate of pay from other communities. Would like the pay in Bethel to be high enough to keep firefighters in the community and for them to be able to afford to live here. Max Lorentz- …

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Joseph Klejka yea

ADJOURNMENT

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Joseph Klejka yea

Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, , Bethel

Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Bethel Planning Commission to vote on declaring a vacant seat and discuss nuisance properties

The Bethel Planning Commission meets Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 6:30 PM at 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, with a Zoom option. The main new item is declaring a seat vacant under BMC 2.60.030F. Members will also get an update and discuss nuisance properties and progress. The rest of the agenda is routine: roll call, public comment, approval of the agenda and the 09/10/2026 minutes, staff reports, member comments, and adjournment.

Vote on declaring a seat vacant per BMC 2.60.030F
Update discussion on nuisance properties and progress
Approval of meeting minutes from 09/10/2026
Public comment: five minutes per person, written comments due by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting
Meeting at 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway and via Zoom (Meeting ID 335 015 4000)

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

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Posted <<10/02/2026>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL PLANNING COMMISSION THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 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 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 09/10/2026 VI. NEW BUSINESS A. DECLARING A SEAT VACANT PER BMC 2.60.030F VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. UPDATE DISCUSSION ON NUISANCE PROPERTIES AND PROGRESS VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT IX. MEMBER COMMENTS X. ADJOURNMENT

Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

Bethel commission to weigh taxi fare increase and taxi fee ordinance change

The City of Bethel Public Safety and Transportation Commission meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, with a Zoom option. The commission will elect a vice chair and take up unfinished business on animal pound statistics, taxicab prices for Kusko/Alaska Cab, and a table discussion on a proposed taxi fare increase. New business includes an animal vaccine code amendment, a recommendation on the City Sub-YK Trail Project, and a Taxi Fee Ordinance Change 2026. Public comments may be submitted in writing to police@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting.

Election of Vice Chair
Table discussion on proposed taxi fare increase
Taxicab prices (Kusko/Alaska Cab)
Animal vaccine code amendment
Taxi Fee Ordinance Change 2026

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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, OCTOBER 7, 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 Curtis Hastie Jesslyn Elliot Mark Springer, Council Rep. Jody Brand STAFF Jeff Kirkham, Ex Officio Member Shelly Myers, Ex Officio Member smyers@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 B. City Sub-YK Trail Project Recommendation C. Taxi Fee Ordinance Change 2026 Posted <<DATE>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________ …

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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 12:00

City Council

Bethel City Council meets Oct. 5 with no new business listed; executive session on union negotiations

The Bethel City Council is scheduled to meet at noon on October 5, 2026, at Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway. The agenda lists no new business items; the only substantive item is an executive session on union negotiations with City Manager Strickler, closed under AS 44.62.310(C)(3). The rest of the agenda is procedural: call to order, pledge, roll call, public comment, and approval of the agenda. Public comment is allowed at five minutes per person, and written comments must be submitted 24 hours before the meeting.

Executive session on union negotiations (City Manager Strickler), closed under AS 44.62.310(C)(3)
No new business items listed on the agenda
Public comment: five minutes per person; written comments due 24 hours before the meeting
Meeting at Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel, at 12:00 Noon

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✓ Decided: Bethel City Council holds special meeting for union negotiations

The City Council met for a special session and entered an executive session to discuss confidential union negotiations. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
Entered executive session for union negotiations (7-0)

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

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Posted September 29, 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 City Council Meeting Agenda, October 5, 2026 – 12:00 Noon 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 …

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1. CALL TO ORDER City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Special Meeting October s, 2026 A Special Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on October 5, 2026 at 12:00 noon in the Council Chambers, Bethel, Alaska. Vice-Mayor Keller called the meeting to order at 12:00 noon. 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) City Council Member Greg Schiedler Mayor Rose Henderson (telephonically) City Council Member Pamela Conrad (telephonically) City Council Member Alicia Miner (telephonically) 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 S. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Main Motion: Approval of the Agenda. Moved by: Greg Schiedler Seconded by: Mark Springer In favor: Mark Springer, Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler, Rose Henderson, Pamela Conrad, Alicia Miner, Teresa Keller Opposed: None Results: Motion Carries 6. NEW BUSINESS City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska October 5, 2026 7. EXECUTIVE SESSION Item 7.1. - In Accordance With AS 44.62.310(C)(3) Matters Which By Law, Municipal Charter, Or Ordinance Are Required To …

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APPROVAL OF AGENDA

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Greg Schiedler yea

ADJOURNMENT

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Greg Schiedler yea

Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00

Finance Committee

Bethel Finance Committee to review FY 2027 financial policies, sales tax procurement docs

The Bethel Finance Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior meeting minutes and hearing public comments. The main items are unfinished business: reviewing the City of Bethel's FY 2027 Financial Management Policies, sales tax sole source procurement documentation, and a discussion about changing the meeting time. The committee will also receive the July 2026 Finance Report and the September 2026 Manager's Report.

Review of City of Bethel FY 2027 Financial Management Policies
Sales Tax Sole Source Procurement Documentation
Discussion on changing the meeting time
Finance Report - July 2026
Manager's Report - September 2026

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

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Posted 09/22/2026 at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff CITY OF BETHEL FINANCE COMMITTEE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 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 John Hamilton, Chair Greg Schiedler, Council Rep. Eileen Arnold, Vice-chair Nathan DeHaan Kelli Kortemeier Vacancies:2 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. 08-24-2026 - Finance Committee Meeting Minutes VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. City of Bethel - FY 2027 Financial Management Policies B. Sales Tax Sole Source Procurement Documentation C. Meeting Time Change Discussion VII. NEW BUSINESS VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. Finance Report - July 2026 B. Manager's Report - September 2026 IX. MEMBER COMMENTS X. ADJOURNMENT Posted 09/22/2026 at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. ________________________ …

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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on ordinance allowing holiday meeting rescheduling

The Bethel City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 26-14, which would amend the municipal code to allow rescheduling council meetings due to holidays. The council will also introduce ordinances to acquire land rights-of-way and lease city-owned property, and consider authorizing continued utility payments for a permanent supportive housing facility. Several items are on the consent agenda and may be approved together unless removed.

Public hearing on Ordinance 26-14 to amend BMC 2.04.180 allowing rescheduling of council meetings due to holidays
Introduction of Ordinance 26-15 to acquire land rights-of-way from heirs of Lena Phillip and Kayana Swope
Introduction of Ordinance 26-16 to lease city-owned property (U.S. Survey 3230 A and B, Block 7, Lots 16-21) to Alaska Directional
AM 26-20 to authorize continued water, sewer, and solid waste payments for Atsaq Place and purchase/install a replacement water meter for Bethel Winter House
IM 26-09 to document council receipt and review of August 2026 financial budget and water/wastewater activity reports

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✓ Decided: Bethel City Council adopts ordinance to allow rescheduling meetings for holidays

The City Council adopted Ordinance 26-14 to allow the rescheduling of council meetings due to holidays. The Council also authorized continued utility payments and a new water meter for the Bethel Winter House. Several ordinances were introduced via the consent agenda.

Adopted Ordinance 26-14 to allow rescheduling of council meetings due to holidays (7-0)
Approved AM 26-20 to provide water, sewer, and solid waste payments and install a replacement water meter for the Bethel Winter House (7-0)
Introduced Ordinance 26-15 regarding acquisition of land rights of way from heirs of Lena Phillip and Kayana Swope (Consent Agenda)
Introduced Ordinance 26-16 regarding the lease of city-owned real property to Alaska Directional (Consent Agenda)
Acknowledged receipt of August 2026 financial budget and water/wastewater activity reports (Consent Agenda)

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Posted September 16, 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 22, 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 w …

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1 City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska September 22, 2026 Regular Meeting September 22, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on September 22, 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) 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 4. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – Five minutes per person No present to be heard. Item 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. You may also go to www.cityofbethel.org. Written public comment must be submitted 24 hours before the meeting. No written comments were submitted. 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska 2 City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska September 22, 2026 Main Motion: Approve the Consent and Regu …

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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Greg Schiedler yea

ADJOURNMENT

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Greg Schiedler yea

Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00

Port Commission

Bethel Port Commission to review duties and guide

The Bethel Port Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from August 17, 2026, and to discuss new business, including a review of the Port Commission Duties & Guide. The meeting also includes public comments and reports from ex-officio staff.

Approval of meeting minutes from 08/17/2026
Discussion of Port Commission Duties & Guide
Public comments accepted via email by 4:00 p.m. on meeting day
Ex officio reports from all departments

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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, SEPTEMBER 21, 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. 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. IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. Approval of meeting minutes from 08/17/2026 VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Port Commission Duties & Guide VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. All Department Reports IX. MEMBER COMMENTS X. ADJOURNMENT

Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:30

Public Works Committee

300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00

Community Parks and Recreation Committee

Committee to discuss community center, parks, and facility fees

The Community Parks and Recreation Committee will review updates on several local projects and budget items. Discussions include progress on the Community Center, Larson Sub Park, and Riverview Dog Park.

Community Center Construction Project updates
Larson Sub Park progress update
Riverview Dog Park update
Fitness Center energy audit discussion
Facility fees and rates discussion

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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 COMMUNITY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 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. 7-6-2026 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. Fees and Rates For Facility (Iverson) F. FY27 Budget Update G. Pit Recreational Usage (Lefferts) VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Determinat …

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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Bethel Planning Commission to discuss nuisance property updates

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss progress regarding nuisance properties. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the August 13, 2026, regular meeting.

Discussion on nuisance properties and progress
Approval of August 13, 2026, meeting minutes

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300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway, Bethel

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# CITY OF BETHEL PLANNING COMMISSION # THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026, 6:30 PM LOCATION: 300 CHIEF EDDIE HOFFMAN HIGHWAY, BETHEL ALASKA **JOIN MEETING AT ZOOM.US:** <u>HTTPS://US06WEB.ZOOM.US/J/3350154000?PWD=HYFLQJB5BBF9IUAXHBN9SOZQAFWPLS.1&OMN=81314125060</u> **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 Kathy Hanson, Chair Lorin Bradbury, Vice ChairPauline Boratko, Ex Officio Member Lee Foley, City Planner Rose Henderson, Council Rep. <u>planning@cityofbethel.net</u> Alex Wasierski Shadi Rabi 907-543-5301 Haley Hanson Jody Brand, Alternate 1 Vacant Seat, Alternate 2 |I.||CALL TO ORDER| |---|---|---| |II.||ROLL CALL| |III.|A.|PEOPLE TO BE HEARD – FIVE MINUTES PER PERSON Please submit written public comments to planning@cityofbethel.net by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting.| |IV.||APPROVAL OF AGENDA| |V.|A.|APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FOR AUGUST 13, 2026| |VI.|A.|UNFINISHED BUSINESS UPDATE DISCUSSION ON NUISANCE PROPERTIES AND PROGRESS VII. NEW BUSINESS VIII. EX OFFICIO REPORT| |IX.||MEMBER COMMENTS| |X.||ADJOURNMENT| Posted <<09/04/26>> at City Hall, AC Co., Swanson’s, and the Post Office. _________________________ Ex-Officio Staff

Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

Bethel City Council to introduce holiday meeting rescheduling ordinance and new state loan application

The Bethel City Council will meet on September 8, 2026, to approve meeting minutes, introduce ordinances, and discuss administrative items. The meeting includes a consent agenda with routine approvals and a new ordinance to allow rescheduling meetings due to holidays.

Introduction of Ordinance 26-14: Amending Bethel Municipal Code 2.04.180 to allow rescheduling council meetings due to holidays
Resolution 26-11: Authorizing a new State Revolving Fund loan application
Administrative review of alcohol license transfer for Uncommon Pizza at 401 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway
Approval of 8-25-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
Consideration of Council Member Springer’s absence from the 2026 Alaska Municipal League Summer Conference

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✓ Decided: Council adopts amended FY2027 budget and capital project ordinances

The Bethel City Council adopted three ordinances: one clarifying the city attorney's authority for routine litigation, and two amending the FY2027 operating and capital improvement budgets. The budget amendments included reallocating $55,000 for road salt and adding $20,000 for the QFC #2 lift station project. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Adopted Ordinance 26-13 clarifying city attorney authority for routine litigation (5-0)
Adopted Ordinance 26-09(a) amending FY2027 operating budget, including $55,000 for road salt (5-0)
Adopted Ordinance 26-10(a) amending FY2027 capital budget, adding $20,000 for QFC #2 lift station (5-0)
Approved AM 26-18 appointing election officials for October 6, 2026 election (5-0)
Approved consent agenda including minutes and financial reports (5-0)
Entered executive session for litigation Bee v. City of Bethel; Council Member Kime excused due to conflict (4-0)

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Posted September 2, 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 City Council Meeting Agenda, September 8, 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 wil …

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1. CALL TO ORDER City Council Meeting City of Bethel, Alaska Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on August 25, 2026 at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Bethel, Alaska. Vice-Mayor Keller 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 Kelsi Kime City Council Member Greg Schiedler City council Member Pamela Conrad City Council Member Alicia Miner Vice-Mayor Teresa Keller Members Absent: City council Member Mark Springer ( excused) Mayor Rose Henderson ( excused) 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 Jared Buster Hanson- Bethel Alaska- Discussed Compensation dispute between the City Administration and the Bethel Fire Department Maximilian Lorentz- Bethel Alaska- Agreed with Buster Hanson. Nathan Uhrinek- Bethel Alaska- Spoke in favor of raising cab fare prices. Item 4.1. - Written Public Comments No written comments submitted. 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA Main Motion: Approve and Regular Agenda. Moved by: Kelsi Kime Seconded by: Greg Schiedler In favor: Kelsi Kime, Greg Schiedler, Pamela Conrad, Alicia Miner, Teresa Keller Opposed: None Results: Motion Carries City Council Meeting Min …

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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA

5 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Alicia Miner yea · Greg Schiedler yea

Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:30

Public Safety and Transportation Commission

Commission to discuss taxi fares and animal vaccine code amendments

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission will discuss proposed taxi fare increases for Kusko/Alaska Cab. The meeting also includes a discussion on animal vaccine code amendments and COB pound statistics.

Table discussion on proposed taxi fare increase
Animal vaccine code amendment
COB pound statistics
Election of Vice Chair
Taxicab prices (Kusko/Alaska Cab)

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✓ Decided: No meeting held due to lack of quorum

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for September 2, 2026, did not take place because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

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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City of Bethel, Alaska Public Safety and Transportation Commission Minutes September 2, 2026 Regular Meeting Bethel, Alaska CALL TO ORDER: 6:30PM A regular Public Safety and Transportation Commission Meeting was held on September 2, 2026; called the meeting to order at 6:30pm. No Meeting was held due to lack or quorum. 7 Odkdeet APPROVED THIS __ 2" DAY OF September__, 2026. Te Peel A inty ers Joy lerson Shelly Myers Committee Chair Recorder of Minutes Public Safety and Transportation Commission Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska September 2, 2026

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.

Nuisance abatement hearing for 455 Ridgecrest Drive, Plat 98-7, Block 5, Lot 1A
Nuisance abatement hearing for 410 Owl Street, Plat 81-10, Block 1, Lot 46
Nuisance abatement hearing for 17 Kwethluk Lane, Plat 71-425, Block 1, Lot 3

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✓ Decided: Council declares 17 Kwethluk Lane a nuisance, orders cleanup

The Bethel City Council unanimously declared the property at 17 Kwethluk Lane a public nuisance, fire hazard, and health hazard, and ordered the owner to abate the conditions within 90 days. The owner, George Hohman Jr., did not attend the hearing. If the owner fails to comply, the city may abate the nuisance and place a lien on the property.

Declared 17 Kwethluk Lane a public nuisance, fire hazard, and health hazard (6-0)
Ordered owner to secure main structure and shed within 15 days
Ordered removal of loose trash, appliances, and combustible materials within 30 days
Ordered removal of junk vehicles and large refuse within 60 days
Ordered full property cleanup within 90 days
Authorized city-initiated abatement and property lien if deadlines missed

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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Introduced by: Councilmembers Henderson, Keller, Schiedler, Kime, Conrad, and Springer Date: September 1, 2026 CITY OF BETHEL, ALASKA Nuisance Abatement Resolution #NA26-03 A RESOLUTION AND ORDER BY THE BETHEL CITY COUNCIL DECLARING THE PROPERTY AT 17 KWETHLUK LANE, PLAT 71-425, BLOCK 1, LOT 3, BETHEL ALASKA, A PUBLIC NUISANCE, FIRE HAZARD AND HEALTH HAZARD, AND ORDERING THE ABATEMENT THEREOF WHEREAS, the legal description of the property subject to this resolution and order is Plat 71- 425, Block 1, Lot 3, 17 Kwethluk Lane 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, pursuant to Bethel Municipal Code (BMC) 15.04.010, the Bethel City Council received a written report on July 9, 2026, from the City Manager that the property located at 17 Kwethluk Lane as identified on the City's address map, constitutes a public nuisance, fire hazard, and a health hazard; WHEREAS, the report identified George Hohman Jr, as the property owner of record; WHEREAS, pursuant to BMC 15.04.0lO(B), after receiving the report regarding the potential nuisance, the Bethel City Council set a hearing for September 1, 2026, and the City Clerk notified all necessary parties by public notice; WHEREAS, pursuant to BMC 15.04.0l0(C), on August 7, 2026, the City Clerk posted notice of the hearing in three public places around town, not …

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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.

Public hearing on Ordinance 26-13: City attorney authority for routine litigation
Public hearing on Ordinance 26-09(a): FY2027 operating budget amendment
Public hearing on Ordinance 26-10(a): FY2027 capital improvement project budget amendment
AM 26-18: Appointment of election officials for October 6, 2026 election
Executive session on litigation: Bee v. City of Bethel, 4BE-26-00294CI

✓ Decided: Bethel City Council approves budget amendments and litigation authority changes

The City Council adopted several ordinances regarding municipal code, the FY2027 operating budget, and the capital improvement budget. The council also approved election official appointments for the October 2026 election.

Adopted Ordinance 26-13 to clarify authority for filing routine litigation (5-0)
Adopted Ordinance 26-09(a) with amendments increasing road salt appropriation to $55,000 (5-0)
Adopted Ordinance 26-10(a) with a $20,000 budget modification for the QFC #2 Lift Station project (5-0)
Approved appointment of election officials for the October 6, 2026 election (5-0)
Entered executive session to discuss Bee v. City of Bethel litigation (4-0)

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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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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA

5 yea

Kelsi Kime yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Greg Schiedler yea

ADJOURNMENT

5 yea

Kelsi Kime yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Greg Schiedler yea

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.

Review of City of Bethel FY 2027 Financial Management Policies
Review of Sales Tax Sole Source Procurement Documentation
Discussion regarding a change to the meeting time
Review of June 2026 Finance Reports
Review of August 2026 Manager's Report

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves FY 2027 financial management policies

The Finance Committee approved the FY 2027 Financial Management Policies and sales tax sole source procurement documentation. The committee also voted to change the meeting time.

Approved 07/27/2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
Approved FY 2027 Financial Management Policies (4-0)
Approved Sales Tax Sole Source Procurement Documentation (4-0)
Approved meeting time change (4-0)

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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City of Bethel, Alaska Finance Committee Minutes August 24, 2026 Re gular Meeting Bethel, Alaska I. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Finance Committee was held on August 24", 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers at 300 Chief Eddie Hoffman Highway. Il. ROLL CALL The following Finance Committee members were present: Eileen Arnold, Nate Dehaan, John Hamilton, Greg Scheidler, & Kelli Kortemeier Also in attendance are (Ex Officio): Cindy Sharp, Nathaniel Ayuluk Unexcused Absences: Excused Absences: Nella Poquette Il. PEOPLE TO BE HEARD IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES A. 07/27/2026 — Finance Committee Meeting Minutes MOVED BY Eileen Arnold Motion to approve SECOND BY Nathan DeHaan 4-0 VOTE ON MOTION All in favor, yes 4-0 VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS A. City of Bethel — FY 2027 Financial Management Policies MOVED BY John Hamilton Motion to approve SECOND BY Greg Scheidler 4-0 VOTE ON MOTION All in favor, yes 4-0 B. Sales Tax Sole Source Procurement Documentation MOVED BY Nathan DeHaan Motion to approve SECOND BY Eileen Amold 4-0 VOTE ON MOTION All in favor, yes 4-0 C. Meeting Time Change Discussi on MOVED BY Nathan DeHaan Motion to approve SECOND BY Eileen Arnold 4-0 VOTE ON MOTION All in favor, yes 4-0 VI. EX OFFICIO REPORT A. Finance Reports — June 2026 B. Manager’s Reports — August 2026 Finance Committee Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska August 24, 2026 IX. MEMBER COMMENTS John Hamilton: N/A Eileen Arnold: T …

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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.

Nuisance abatement hearing for 251 Akiak Drive, Bethel, AK 99559

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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.

Declared 251 Akiak Drive a public nuisance and health hazard (unanimous)
Ordered owner to submit abatement plan by Aug 24, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
Ordered owner to repair wastewater leak by Aug 25, 2026
Authorized city to abate nuisance and place lien if deadlines missed
Directed City Clerk to post and mail the order to the property owner

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.

Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
Terminal Tariff Rate Increase for Services (Amended)
Resignation letters from Commissioners Reardon and Sosa
Port of Bethel Proposed FY27 Budget
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.

Discussion on nuisance properties and progress
Discussion on draft nuisance rewrite
Discussion on Site Permit 26-07
Sundi Scott resignation from Planning Commission
Approval of meeting minutes from 07/09/2026

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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.

Introduction of Ordinance 26-13 amending Bethel Municipal Code 2.12.050 on city attorney authority for routine litigation
Introduction of Ordinance 26-09 (a) amending the FY2027 operating budget (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027)
Introduction of Ordinance 26-10 (a) amending the FY2027 capital improvement project budget
AM 26-16: Authorizing the city manager to negotiate a contract for Bethel Water Plant and facility controls and automation
AM 26-17: Authorizing a $55,000 order for salt for streets and roads

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✓ Decided: Bethel Council approves water plant contract and $55,000 salt purchase

The City Council approved authorization for the City Manager to negotiate a contract for water plant controls and automation. The Council also authorized a $55,000 order for road salt. Additionally, Ordinance 26-13 was introduced to clarify authority for filing routine litigation.

Approved AM 26-16 to negotiate Bethel Water Plant and Facility Controls and Automation contract (7-0)
Approved AM 26-17 for $55,000 salt purchase for streets and roads (7-0)
Introduced Ordinance 26-13 regarding authority for filing routine litigation (7-0)
Passed FY 2027 operating budget amendments on consent agenda
Passed FY 2027 capital improvement project budget amendments on consent agenda
Approved July 28, 2026 meeting minutes on consent agenda

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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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1. CALL TO ORDER City Council Meeting Ci of Bethel Alaska Regular Meeting August 11, 2026 A Regular Meeting of the Bethel City Council was held on August 11, 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 Mayor Rose Henderson City Council Member Pamela Conrad City Council Member Alicia Miner (telephonically) 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: Approval of the Consent and Regular Agenda. Moved by: Greg Schiedler 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 -remove from the consent agenda- Item 10.4, AM 26-16- Mayor Henderson I City Council Meeting Minutes City of Bethel, Alaska August 11, 2026 -remove from the consent agenda- Item 10.1, Introduction of Ordinance 26-13- Cou …

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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA

7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Greg Schiedler yea

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7 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Teresa Keller yea · Greg Schiedler yea

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.

Discussion on proposed taxi fare increase
Review of taxicab prices for Kusko/Alaska Cab
Declared vacant seat for John Hastie (BMC 2.60.030)
Review of COB Pound Stats
Review of Police Blotter

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✓ Decided: Commission approves taxi fare increase with elder discount

The Public Safety and Transportation Commission voted to amend city code to increase taxi rates. The approved change raises rates by $2 while providing a $1 discount for elders.

Approved amendment to 5.20.050 to raise taxi rates by $2 with a $1 elder discount (6-0)
Approved August 5, 2026 agenda (6-0)
Approved July 1, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
Removed Police Blotter from the agenda (6-0)

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

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City of Bethel, Alaska Public Safety and Transportation Commission Minutes August 5, 2026 Regular Meeting Bethel, Alaska I. CALL TO ORDER: 6:41PM A regular Public Safety and Transportation Commission Meeting was held on August 5, 2026; called the meeting to order at 6:41pm. II. ROLL CALL: Comprising a quorum of the committee, the following were present for Roll Call: Mark Springer, Joy Anderson, Jesslyn Elliott, Jody Brand, Curtis Hastie, Musa Saliu Excused: John Hastie Unexcused: Jody Brand III, PEOPLE TO BE HEARD: Nathan Uhrinek — input on taxi fare increase (for Kusko Cab)/James Min — question on proposal/taxi fare increase (for Alaska Cab) IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Motion to approve the agenda. MOVED BY: Mark Springer Motion to approve the Agenda. SECONDED BY: Jesslyn Elliot VOTE ON MOTION Motion carried by unanimous vote. 6-0 V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A. 7-1-2026 Meeting Minutes MOVED BY: Jesslyn Elliot Motion to approve Meeting Minutes. SECONDED BY: Mark Springer VOTE ON MOTION Motion carried by unanimous vote. 6-0 VI. | UNFINISHED BUSINESS: A. COB Pound Stats ___B.__ Police Blotter (Springer) MOVED BY: Mark Springer Motion to remove from Agenda. SECONDED BY: Jesslyn Elliot VOTE ON MOTION Motion carried by unanimous vote. 6-0 C. Taxicab Prices (Kusko/Alaska Cab) VII. NEW BUSINESS: A. Table Discussion on Proposed Taxi Fare Increase MOVED BY: Mark Springer Motion to amend 5.20.050 and raise rates by $2 with | SECONDED BY: Curtis Hastie $1 dollar discount for e …

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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.

Public Hearing of Ordinance 25-08(i): Amending the Adoption Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
Public Hearing of Ordinance 26-11: Adding vaccination requirements to Bethel Municipal Code Title 6, Animals
Public Hearing of Ordinance 26-12: Updating the Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax Code
IM 26-07: Review of June 2026 Financial Budget and Water & Wastewater Activity Report
Executive Session regarding union negotiations

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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.

Adopted Ordinance 25-08(i) amending the FY2026 operating budget.
Adopted Ordinance 26-11 adding dog vaccination requirements, with an amendment to Chapter 6.08.
Adopted Ordinance 26-12 repealing and replacing Chapter 4.16A to adopt the March 31, 2026 remote seller sales tax code amendments.
Approved the consent agenda, including the July 14, 2026 meeting minutes and committee appointments.
Declared three seats vacant on the Finance Committee.
Moved into 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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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA

6 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Greg Schiedler yea

ADJOURNMENT

6 yea

Mark Springer yea · Kelsi Kime yea · Rose Henderson yea · Pamela Conrad yea · Alicia Miner yea · Greg Schiedler yea

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.

Declared vacant seat for Carol Ann Willard (BMC 2.60.030)
Declared vacant seat for Richard Curtis Smith (BMC 2.60.030)
Declared vacant seat for Grace Haas (BMC 2.60.030)
Approval of June 22, 2026 meeting minutes

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee declares three seats vacant

The Finance Committee met to approve previous minutes and the meeting agenda. The committee voted to declare three specific seats vacant under BMC 2.60.030.

Approved agenda (4-0)
Approved 6/22/2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
Declared seat of Carol Ann Willard vacant (4-0)
Declared seat of Richard Curtis Smith vacant (4-0)
Declared seat of Grace Haas vacant (4-0)

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