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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-122
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA,EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR LOCAL SCHOOLS AND
DIRECTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF PARTNERSHIPS AND
COLLABORATIONS THAT ENHANCE STUDENT LEARNING,CIVIC
ENGAGEMENT,AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
WHEREAS,the Seward 2030 Comprehensive Plan identifies education as a core
community value,affirming support for pre-K through post-secondary institutions,including Head
Start,AVTEC,Kenai Peninsula College,and experiential learning opportunities that are enriched
by Seward’s unique geography and economy;and
WHEREAS,the Plan directs the City to “support educational opportunities which are
enhanced by Seward’s physical geography and economic activities”and encourages collaboration
with organizations such as the Seward Community Library &Museum,Alaska SeaLife Center,
National Park Service,Kenai Mountains-Tumagain Arm,and U.S.Forest Service to provide
community-based education;and
WHEREAS,the Comprehensive Plan emphasizes community partnerships as a guiding
principle,calling on the City to support organizations and initiatives that strengthen collaboration
and benefit the community;and
WHEREAS,the City of Seward affirms that all students,including those with special and
exceptional needs,are entitled to equitable access to education,civic engagement,and workforce
development,and recognizes that City-school partnerships play a critical role in providing
inclusive opportunities that meet diverse learning needs;and
WHEREAS,the Plan’s Economic Development goals underscore the importance of
building a skilled,year-round workforce,specifically highlighting support for AVTEC and the
University ofAlaska in advancing workforce training and education;and
WHEREAS,the Plan’s Quality of Life values envision a vibrant community with youth
opportunities,civic engagement,and access to recreation and cultural resources;and
WHEREAS,other Alaska communities,including Sitka,Homer,and Juneau,have
demonstrated successful models of city-school partnerships through initiatives such as studentjob
shadowing,recreation access vouchers,and youth employment programs,which may serve as
useful frameworks for Seward to consider;and
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-122
WHEREAS,the City of Seward recognizes that strengthening youth opportunities,
educational partnerships,and community collaborations will prepare local students for success,
enrich the broader community,and advance the vision ofthe Seward 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
Section 1.The City Council authorizes the City Manager to develop and formalize
partnerships with local schools,educational institutions,and community organizations that support
local education and align with the Comprehensive Plan.
The City will look to other communities and municipalities for successful models of
collaboration and programs that could be adapted for Seward.Potential opportunities may include
student field trips and educational tours of City facilities,structured job shadowing and internship
programs,recreation vouchers,and expansion ofthe Teen Council.
In exploring these opportunities,the City may draw on practices from other small Alaska
communities.
The City Manager shall provide regular updates to the City Council on partnership
activities,including student participation,partner organizations,and program outcomes.
Section 2.This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward,Alaska this 1
5th
day of December 2025.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:Osenga,Warner,Caihoon,Barnwell,Crites,Draper,McClure
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTAIN:None
ATTEST:
Kris Peck,City Clerk