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Agenda Packet
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
City Council Chambers Beginning at 12:00 p.m.
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The City of Seward, Alaska
PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD
MEETING AGENDA
City Council Chambers, 410 Adams Street
Please silence all cell phones and devices during the meeting
Chair Bruce Jaffa
Vice Chair Dwayne Atwood
Board Member Melissa Schutter
Board Member Norm Regis
Board Member Jesse Groom
Board Member Darian Draper
Board Member Deborah Altermatt
Harbormaster Tony Sieminski
City Clerk Kris Peck
March 18th, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT (Those who have signed in will be given the first
opportunity to speak. Time is limited to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this agenda item.)
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA (Approval of Consent Agenda passes all
routine items (marked with *) listed in this section. Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless
a board member requests. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda.)
A. Minutes of Preceding Meeting Page 4
1)* Approve February 18th, 2026 Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
B. Resolutions- None
C. Other Items- None
6. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS, AND REPORTS
A. Proclamations and Awards- None
B. City Administration Report Page 6
C. Other Reports and Announcements
1) Alaska Railroad Report Page 25
2) Seward Chamber of Commerce Report
D. Presentations (Presentations are limited to ten minutes each, excluding Q&A, and are limited to two
per meeting unless increased by the board.)
1) Commercial Fishing Presentation- Copper River Seafoods/ Eddie Wilbur
2) Sport Fishing Presentation- Fish House/ Mark Clemens
Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Agenda March 18, 2026
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7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Resolutions- None
B. Other Items
1) Harbor Uplands Parking and Lease/Public Space- Deputy City Manager Bickling
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolutions- None
B. Other New Business- None
9. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No action required.)
A. Reminder of Meetings Page 26
1) Regular Meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 B. Other Items- None
10. CITIZEN COMMENTS (There is no sign in for this comment period. Time is limited to five (5) minutes
per speaker.)
11. BOARD AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS AND RESPONSES TO CITIZEN
COMMENTS
12. ADJOURNMENT
Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Agenda March 18, 2026
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City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
February 18, 2026 Volume 4, Page
CALL TO ORDER
The February 18, 2026, regular meeting of the Port and Commerce Advisory Board was called to
order at 12:00 p.m. by Chair Bruce Jaffa.
OPENING CEREMONY
Chair Bruce Jaffa led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Bruce Jaffa, presiding, and
Dwayne Atwood
Melissa Schutter
Norm Regis,
Jesse Groom
Darian Draper
comprising a quorum of the Board; and
Ryan Anger, Deputy Harbormaster
Kristin Wise, Executive Assistant to the City Manager
Kris Peck, City Clerk
Excused — Regis, Groom
Absent — None
Vacancy — One
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT — None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (lst/2nd) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Approval of the January 21, 2026, Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
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City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
February 18, 2026 Volume 4, Page
SPECIAL ORDERS, REPORTS AND PRESENTATION
Proclamations and Awards
Former PACAB Vice Chair Ben Smith accepted his Recognition of Service Award.
City Administration Report
Executive Assistant Kristin Wise highlighted that the Deputy Harbormaster had represented
Seward at the Seattle Boat Show.
Other Reports and Announcements
Alaska Railroad Report
Alaska Railroad Seward Port Manager Dwayne Atwood summarized from his written report
in the packet. He noted this report included a 2-page layout of the design of the new terminal and
dock.
Chamber of Commerce Report
Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Amanda Sweeting updated PACAB on the new 3-
year contract with the City of Seward. The 2026 visitor guide was in the works and would include
an extra 5,000 copies with the additional city funding. She also described maintenance and repair
issues with the visitor center and explained it was due for an overhaul.
Presentations
Deputy City Manager Jason Bickling presented on the Harbor Uplands Development.
Chair Jaffa relaxed the rules to allow Q&A from the audience members.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS
Other New Business
Discuss lease area to make recommendations to council was postponed.
2026 PACAB Priorities
PACAB mentioned the following topics: Commercial fishing, infrastructure, tourism, workforce
development, uplands development, heat pump follow up after rate study, SMIC, housing utility
costs, and alternative sources of energy,
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City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
February 18, 2026 Volume 4, Page
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
Reminder of Meetings: Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Amanda Sweeting, outside city limits, spoke about the cruise ship schedule for 2026. She
explained her theory about the uptick in the Chamber of Commerce visitor center numbers. In the
current era of artificial intelligence and false information, people liked to get authentic in -person
information.
Deborah Altermatt, inside city limits, spoke about the PACAB work session and regular meeting
formats and suggested work sessions could be held on the first Wednesday of the month.
BOARD AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS & RESPONSE TO CITIZEN
COMMENTS
Draper liked the focus on the Harbor Uplands project.
Schutter thanked Ben Smith for years of service on the board. She thanked Jason Bickling for the
presentation on the Harbor Uplands and felt that topic should remain a priority.
Atwood appreciated all the discussion and thanked Ben Smith, Darian Draper, and Deborah
Altermatt.
Jaffa thanked the board members for their attendance. He thanked Kristin Wise for her effort that
went into each PACAB meeting. He thanked Darian Draper for joining the board. He looked
forward to organizing PACAB priorities. Jaffa announced a Spring Rendezvous in Moose Pass
this weekend. Lastly, he thanked Ben Smith for his service on PACAB.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 2:03 p.m.
Kris Peck Bruce Jaffa
City Clerk Chair
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City Manager Report
Administration
Last week I had the opportunity to attend the Parks & Recreation Town Hall, and it was a
great reminder of just how much this department contributes to the quality of life in
Seward. Parks & Rec plays a central role in building community, and I encourage everyone
to take a few minutes to complete the Parks & Recreation survey.
This is a great way for your voice to be heard and to help shape future improvements in our
community: https://tinyurl.com/muwrez5z.
I also spent much of the week conducting my regular monthly check -ins with department
heads. These conversations are an important touchpoint to understand current priorities,
identify needs, and ensure we're aligned as an organization. While we are only three
months into 2026, we are already beginning to look ahead to the FY2027 budget and
planning cycle to stay proactive and strategic in our approach.
I was lucky enough to hold several of these meetings while walking along the waterfront, a
good reminder of how beautiful Seward is just when I needed it, because the next few days
brought massive winds. I hope everyone's garbage cans, roofs, and fences survived that
weather!
I attended the monthly Providence Advisory Council meeting, where discussions focused
on an upcoming March 23 work session. In partnership with the hospital, we will be
submitting an application to the Rural Health Transformation Program early this month to
strengthen local healthcare services.
On February 19, I joined a group touring the cruise ship terminal construction site. The
progress is impressive, and it's exciting to see the space taking shape. Conversations
quickly turned to off-season community uses... I'm personally rooting for a pickleball
tournament. We also held our quarterly check -in on the Shore Power Grant and continue to
move forward at a strong pace.
Administration and the Harbormaster are working with R&M and KPB on the 35% Design for
the Harbormaster's Office and Uplands Development. We are looking to bring plans
before council for review late March or early April.
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The Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District (KPEDD) Industry Overview Forum
will be here in Seward on April 23rd at the Gateway Hotel. It is free but seating is limited
and attendees need to register in advance. Registration opens on March 20th. Go to
KPEDD.orgfor more information.
Finance Department
As required by the Seward Municipal Code 6.05.010, the following purchase orders
between $5,000 and $30,000 has been approved by the City Manager since the last
council meeting:
Department Date Vendor (Description Amount
CITY CLERK
2/19/2026
JUSTFOIA INC Annual public records software
7.432.50
MIS
2/12/2026
SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP ISophos MDR endpoint protection renewal
48.885.90
Electric Department
The most significant event this period was the windstorm that impacted Seward on
February 18. During the height of the storm, a tree fell into the Grouse Lake Feeder just
outside of the Fort Raymond Power Plant, resulting in an outage to a large portion of the
system.
Our line crew responded immediately and began restoration efforts. Prior to completing
the first repair, a second tree came down near the Pit Bar corner, bringing two additional
phases of the Grouse Lake Feeder to the ground.
The crew strategically isolated the feeder near Nash Road, which allowed power to be
restored to customers along Nash Road and in the Forest Acres area while work continued
on the remaining damaged section. Crews then focused efforts at the Pit Bar location,
cleared the tree, and restrung the downed phases to fully restore service.
This event highlights both the professionalism of our line crew and the ongoing importance
of vegetation management within our utility right-of-way. AK Tree Service has performed
quality work in support of our vegetation management program; however, significant
mature growth remains in portions of the corridor. Continued right-of-way clearing and
hazard tree mitigation will be critical in reducing outage frequency and improving system
reliability in future storm events.
We appreciate the community's patience during the restoration process and remain
committed to strengthening the resilience of Seward's electric system.
Community Development
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission's regular meeting on March 3rd was cancelled. The next regular meeting
will be on Tuesday, April 7t"
The Commission will hold a work session on Tuesday, March 17t" to continue the
conversation on updating the City's subdivision code. Staff met with the Public Works
Department and Electric Utility to get their feedback on potential new code language.
Comprehensive Plan
As part of ongoing comprehensive plan outreach, staff met with and interviewed the
Seward Prevention Coalition, Seward Community Health Center, and JAG.
Staff Activities & Partnerships
Staff attended a tour of the new cruise ship terminal facilitated by the Alaska Railroad
Company.
Staff collaborated with the Parks and Recreation Department and met with the Qutekcak
Native Tribe to discuss the future of the Jesse Lee Cemetery.
Staff attended a webinar facilitated by the American Planning Association discussing
national planning trends.
Other
The Kenai Peninsula Borough currently has an opening on the Borough Nanning
Commission. Residents interested in serving are encouraged to apply. The Planning
Commission plays an important role in reviewing land use applications, subdivisions, and
zoning matters, and in making recommendations to the Borough Assembly.
More information about the Borough Planning Commission vacancy and how to apply can
be found on the Kenai Peninsula Borough website.
Public Works
Projects are still on track.
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The new Lowell Canyon Water Storage tank bids are due March Construction is planned to
be completed this year. There seems to be good interest from contractors so we are hoping
for some good competitive bids. The hypochlorite generator addition at the SMIC water
plant is going well. The contractor is just waiting for materials to arrive so they can
complete the build and we can put the improvement in to use right away.
Public Works has been dealing with frozen pipes at businesses and residential houses. If
you have experienced frozen pipes this year or in the past, keep a small stream of cold
water running in the sink. Preferably on the lowest floor of the house. Only a stream of
about 1/8" is needed to help avoid freezing pipes. The city has many very old buildings with
boilers trying to keep up. Many areas need electric heaters to supplement the boiler just to
keep inside temps warm.
High winds and cold temperatures have dominated our weather recently. Cold temps have
been a challenge for all to keep warm and avoid freeze ups on water pipes and vehicles.
High winds damaged the new sliding doors at the library, ripped tarps and covers on boats,
and even flipped a job shack trailer up Lowell Canyon. The wind chill makes it dangerous to
be working outside, so dressing warmly and taking small breaks to warm up is necessary if
we need to be out in the cold.
Fire Department
Emergency Responses for the Year 2025: 55
Fire and Life Safety Inspections 2025: 45
Fire & Life Safety Code Violations 2025: 27
Building permits YTD: 6 with a valuation of $277,000
On Sunday March 1, Seward Fire Department assisted via mutual aid in an injured hiker on
the Tonsina trail utilizing our new Can -Am SxS. Pictured is FF/EMT Amy Lyons providing
patient care and warmth to the injured patient.
Seward and Bear Creek Fire hosted a Fire Officer 1 course and graduated 8 members.
Concurrently we held trauma training for our new members.
EMT1 course starts April 20th
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Seward Harbor/SMIC
A reminder to check your vessel(s) regularly. No major incidents have been reported within
the Harbor/SMIC area.
I would like to welcome Deborah Altermatt to PACAB. As a longtime Seward resident and
harbor area business owner we look forward to her on the board.
Status on leases/Permits - AT&T lease renewal —first draft is still under their review, Jag
lease extension is still under their review. One other new lease within SMIC area is being
discussed and they are navigating the permitting/paperwork needed to move forward.
Working with attorney (Rob) on a new waterfront permit/lease and will send to lessee for
their review the last week of February.
The crew will continue to install ladder extensions. The new cutting board on B float fish
cleaning station has been installed and have started replacing J Float.
I was in Kodiak on the 12th and 13th attending the commissioning ceremony for the FRC
Frederick Mann. While there, I had the pleasure of speaking with the CO and crew. We
discussed their upcoming summer and possible dates they will be traveling through
Seward. They are excited to come to Seward and experience all the area has to offer.
On the week of the 16-20th I was in Juneau on behalf of Seward through the AAHPA for our
Annual Legislative fly -in. We met with DOT, and area senators/representatives to discuss
to the Harbor Facility Grant and how important that funding source is to the state and other
projects if time allowed.
Parks and Recreation
Sports & Recreation:
• We held our 2nd annual Book Lover Sip-n-Swap at Resurrect Art Gallery & Coffee
House on Sunday, February 8th. We had around 40 participants wrap their favorite
book in gift wrap with a note from them explaining why they love the book. Once
they drop off their book, they pick up a wrapped book brought by another
participant and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee on us!
• Build -A -Bouquet was a giant success for those celebrating Valentine's Day, or for
those just wanting a fresh bouquet of flowers. SPRD staff drove to Anchorage to
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deliver the flowers for our community members to use to build their own custom
bouquet. With this being the third year we have run this program, we managed to
sell 38 bouquets!
• SPRD staff member Tara Butcher has been leading a series of art classes every
Thursday during the month of March. Tara is a talented watercolor artist and shared
their talents during watercolor instruction and then moved into printmaking.
• We were lucky enough to receive enough snow for the course at Bear Lake to
overcome the overflow issues it has had this year. With that being said, the Seward
Nordic Ski Club was able to successfully get the loop groomed for our annual ski
race - Grizzly Glide! This year's race was held on a sunny, albeit windy, day out at
Bear Lake. 5 classic skiers and 10 skate skiers charged around the course to see
who could get the quickest time! Justin Hansen, a 22-year-old from Kenai, took the
victory in the Classic Skiing with a time of 41:42.30. Jay Leslie had a spectacular
performance and won the Skate Skiing event with a time of 22:22.58 around the
4.75 mile course. We look forward to growing this event in the future.
• Dinosaur Skate night was Dino -mite and one of the busiest skate nights we have
had all year! We sold 116 tickets to this event, where youth dressed up like
dinosaurs and skated and danced underneath laser disco lights. Oh, how we have
evolved!
Teen Rec Room
The past two weeks at the Teen Room have been some of the most transformative weeks
since we first re -opened last year. With changes ranging from increased programming, to
increased visitation, to a whole new staff organization, we are very excited about where
this new momentum is going to take us!
• Over the past two weeks, the Teen Rec Room has seen 116 Scan -Ins and 150 hours
of use. This is a little higher than we have been experiencing in the past couple of
weeks.
• This month the Teen Room visited the Alutiiq Pride Facility. We are so grateful for
the Alutiiq Pride staff for exposing these kids to different professional opportunities
that can be found in Seward. Beyond that, it was fun showing them some of the cool
and unique work that is done in Seward.
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• This month we also welcomed Seaview staff, who hosted their first monthly Youth
Table at the Teen Room. This is a once a month program where we sit down with Sea
View Staff and whatever kids want to join. The purpose of this program is to eat good
food and talk to the kids about healthy habits! The first meeting was a blast!
• One big development at the Teen Room over the past two weeks is staffing! Over the
past year the Teen Room has had a rotating staff from the Sports and Rec
Department. As of this month, the Teen Room finally has a dedicated staff who will
be there every day. We believe that having a consistent group of trusted adults will
help the kids feel more at home. We also hope this change allows us to focus more
on programming, and other ways we can enhance their overall experience.
Campgrounds:
• Prepping for Campground opening April 15th
• Hiring seasonal Campground staff
• Working on Shower house and restroom improvements
Park Maintenance:
• Indoor Projects — Refurbishing picnic tables / signs / garbage cans / benches
• Fashioning Dog Park Equipment. Ordered fencing material and will start project as
soon as the ground thaws.
• Helping with Campgrounds with setting up operations.
• Getting started on Kawabe Park improvements.
Admin:
• Hosted SPRD's 1st Town Hall on Thu, Feb 26th_ Will hold another meeting mid -April.
• Working on an RFP for the Boardwalk replacement.
• Working on the AVTEC contract
• Parks and Rec Director and Deputy Director attended an online 3-day FEMA Mass
Care training March 2 — 4th
• Park and Rec Director attending Revenue management school March 9 —13th
• Collaborating with the scouts who are coming down for a Camporee. We will
accommodate them at the Forest Acres Campground in exchange for volunteerism
at the 2 Lakes trail and ballfields. 150 scouts are expected to come to Seward May
29-31st
Parking:
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• Working on operating plan for Summer staff
• Planning on full time staffing the Parking shack this summer alleviate foot traffic
and questions directed to the Harbor office and City Hall
• Updating Parking fees on website, pay stations and lot signs.
• Updating software for the Parking pay stations
Library & Museum
Museum Updates:
March: Women's History Month
We invite you to stop by the Library and Museum to explore our Women's History displays!
Downstairs in the atrium, you'll find a special exhibit highlighting inspiring women and their
impact, and upstairs we'll have curated book displays featuring stories, biographies, and
works by remarkable women across genres.
March 14 - Genealogy Workshop
Come join us for Seward's first Genealogy Workshop! Joined by members of the Anchorage
Genealogical Society, we will offer tips on researching family history, presenting topics like
DNA, obituaries, census records, and archival research. Introduce both local and virtual
resources. Bring your own device if need assistance with Ancestry.com, Find A Grave,
Family Search, etc.
Library Updates:
Digital Literacy Workshops (Wed 1:30-3:30 PM @ Senior Center):
March 4- iPhone Basics
Get comfortable using your iPhone or iPad! Learn how to navigate settings, manage apps, adjust
accessibility features, and make the most of your device's built-in tools.
March 11- Internet Basics
Learn about web browsers and search engines, build skills to navigate the internet, and discover
tips and tricks for basic and advanced searching online.
March 18 — Intro to Telehealth & MyChart
Explore how to access healthcare online! We'll cover how to set up a TeleHealth appointment, use
common platforms, and ensure your device is ready fora virtual visit.
March 25- Facebook Basics
Learn how to create a Facebook account, connect with friends and family, post updates, and
adjust privacy settings. Perfect for beginners who want to feel confident using social media safely.
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Life Skills Series: Knife Skills taught by AVTEC culinary instructor Sadie Allen -March
12th 5:30-6:30pm
A hands-on life skills workshop at the library will introduce participants to essential knife
skills for safer, more confident food preparation. Attendees will practice proper techniques
in a supportive environment and leave ready to tackle everyday kitchen tasks with ease.
Strawberry DNA Extraction -March 19th3pm-4:30pm Community Room
In this interactive program, kids and families will learn the basics of DNA through games,
movement, and creative activities. Participants will extract real DNA from strawberries,
build edible DNA candy bracelets, decode genetic sequences, and more!
Along the way, we'll share fascinating facts about genetics, explore how DNA makes each
of us unique, and highlight great books and videos for curious minds who want to keep
learning.
Recommended for: Elementary -aged kids and families
Documentary Film Series: The Tallest Dwarf - March 26th 6:30pm & March 28th 2pm
A filmmaker seeks belonging in the little people community and explores dwarfism within
her family. The film delves into identity and medicine, asking whether society should
change people or the structures that limit them.
The Tallest Dwarf - Independent Lens
Continued Ongoing Events
Lego Lounge I Mondays' 3-4pm
Tech Tutoring I Tuesdays 1 2-4pm
Play and Chat l Thursdays 110:30-11:45
Storytime I Fridays 1 12:30pm
Life Skills Series: Digital Literacy Parental Controls Debrief:
The Digital Literacy: Parental Controls workshop provided caregivers with a clear overview
of the tools available to help manage children's online experiences. Participants learned
how to set appropriate limits, adjust privacy settings, and make informed decisions about
digital access, leaving with practical strategies they can apply at home.
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Documentary Film Series: The Inquisitor
Our Spring Documentary Film Series opened with a compelling look at The Inquisitor, a
powerful film chronicling the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan —the groundbreaking
lawyer, educator, and civil rights leader whose unwavering voice helped shape modern
American history.
Across two screenings at the library, attendees were invited to explore Jordan's
extraordinary contributions, from her trailblazing political career to her enduring impact on
civic life and social justice.
The first showing was a full 95-minute screening followed by an optional facilitated
conversation. Participants reflected on Jordan's leadership, her rhetorical brilliance, and
the relevance of her work today. The discussion offered space for questions, shared
insights, and thoughtful engagement with the film's themes.
A second screening provided another opportunity for community members to experience
the documentary in a relaxed, viewing -only format.
Both events were free and open to the public, continuing the library's commitment to
accessible, community -centered programming.
Picture of Lego Lounge:
Kids (and their parents) have been having fun at the Library Lego Lounge
Police Department
Patrol
Written Reports: 40
Criminal Charges: 16
Minor Offense Citations: 90
Motor Vehicle Accidents: 3
PATROL:
Officer at DPS Academy as TAC Officer. Providing tactical assistance for staff and cadets.
Photo taken during security check at airport by Officer C. Simmons.
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Hiring Progress —Accepting applications for four vacant Patrol Officer Positions.
2- 1 Inquiry
2- 1 Application Received
Dispatch
Event/Incident/ Service Calls: 640
911 Calls: 51
DISPATCH:
Newly hired dispatchers are continuing training.
DMV
Driver's License and ID cards: 84
Motor Vehicle Registrations: 136
Boat Registrations: 2
Road Tests: 4
ANIMAL CONTROL:
Complaints 6
Impounds 13
Surrenders 2 dog
Surrenders 8 cats and 5 kittens
Community assists 20
Visitors 380
YTD shelter population
15 cats and 5 kittens
4 dogs
2 dogs in foster
4 cats in foster
3 cats are out of trial to adopt
Human Resources
The City of Seward currently has 107 authorized full-time positions. which include six
unfunded corrections (jail) positions. For practical purposes, there are 101 full-time
positions with 97 filled.
All departments, except for Police, are fully staffed. The Police Department has 27
authorized positions with 17 filled, including four of the eight available Patrol Officers, and
six unfunded corrections positions. See attached Human Resources Manager Report for
details on full-time staff.
Recruitment for seasonal staffing is underway for the summer, with Parks & Recreation
and the Library already advertising positions. Parks & Recreation has 14 summer seasonal
positions available, and the Harbor and Library both have 2 positions each. The Harbor
does not always utilize their summer seasonal positions, while the Library and Parks &
Recreation operate the busy summer season fully staffed.
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Human Resources Manager Report
Full -Time Staff
Total
Department Job Title Positions Filled
Administration City Manager 1 1
Deputy City Manager 1 1
Human Resources Manager 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 4 4
Finance
Director 1 1
Deputy Finance Director 1 1
Senior Accountant 1 1
Accounting Technician III 1 1
Accounting Technician II 1 1
Accounting Technician Utility Cashier 1 1
Accounting Technician Payroll 1 1
Accounting Technician Accounts Payable 1 1
TOTAL: 8 8
Public Works Director 1 1
Street Foreman 1 1
Operator/Mechanic 3 3
Public Works Technician 1 1
Shop Foreman 1 1
Water/Wastewater Foreman 1 1
Water/Wastewater Operator 3 3
Building Maintenance Technician 2 2
TOTAL: 13 13
Community
Development Director 1 1
Planner 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 3 3
Electric
Director 1 1
Operations Supervisor 1 1
Field Engineer 1 1
Office Manager 1 1
Electric Utility Cashier 1 1
Billing Specialist 1 1
Journeyman Lineman 4 4
Apprentice Lineman (NECA) 1 1
Plant Operator 2 2
TOTAL: 13 13
Fire
Chief 1 1
Deputy Chief 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
Building Official 1 1
Fire Marshal 1 1
Firefighter/EMT 2 2
Fire Lieutenant 1 1
TOTAL: 8 8
Harbor
Harbormaster 1 1
Deputy Harbormaster 1 1
Office Manager 1 1
Executive Assistant 2 2
Harbor Worker II 6 6
Harbor Worker III 1 1
TOTAL: 12 12
IT
Director 1 1
Senior IT Technician 1 1
IT Technician 1 1
TOTAL: 3 3
Library
Director 1 1
Deputy Library Director 1 1
Library Technician 1 1
Curator 1 1
Library Aide 1 1
TOTAL: 5 5
Police Chief 1 1
Deputy Chief 1 1
Sergeant 1 1
Patrol Officer 8 4
Assistant to the Chief 1 1
Corrections Sergeant Unfunded
Corrections Officer Unfunded
1 0
5 0
Dispatch Supervisor 1 1
Dispatcher 5 5
Animal Control Officer 1 1
Animal Control Officer Assistant 1 1
DMV Clerk 1 1
TOTAL: 27 17
Parks &
Recreation Director 1 1
Deputy Director 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
Campground Coordinator 1 1
Sports & Rec Manager 1 1
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Recreational Specialist 1 1
Park Maintenance Supervisor 1 1
TYC Recreation Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 8 8
City Clerk City Clerk 1 1
Deputy City Clerk 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 3 3
Total number of authorized positions 107
Total number of filled full-time positions 97
Note: The total authorized positions includes 6 unfunded corrections (jail) positions
City of Seward - Human Resources Manager Report
Staffing Information
# of
Department Job Title Positions Filled
Administration
City Manager 1 1
Deputy City Manager 1 1
Human Resources Manager 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 4 4
Finance
Director 1 1
Deputy Finance Director 1 1
Senior Accountant 1 1
Accounting Technician III 1 1
Accounting Technician II 1 1
Accounting Technician Utility Cashier 1 1
Accounting Technician Payroll 1 1
Accounting Technician Accounts Payable 1 1
TOTAL: 8 8
Public Works
Director 1 1
Street Foreman 1 1
Operator/Mechanic 3 3
Public Works Technician 1 1
Shop Foreman 1 1
Water/Wastewater Foreman 1 1
Water/Wastewater Operator 3 3
Building Maintenance Technician 2 2
TOTAL: 13 13
Community Development Director 1 1
Planner 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 3 3
Electric
Director 1 1
Operations Supervisor 1 1
Field Engineer 1 1
Office Manager 1 1
Electric Utility Cashier 1 1
Billing Specialist 1 1
Lineman 4 4
Apprentice Lineman (Journeyman)(NECA) 1 1
Plant Operator 2 2
TOTAL: 13 13
Fire Department
Chief 1 1
Deputy Chief 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
Building Official 1 1
Fire Marshal 1 1
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Department
# of
Job Title Positions Filled
Firefighter/EMT 2 2
Fire Lieutenant 1 1
TOTAL: 8 8
Harbor
Harbormaster 1 1
Deputy Harbormaster 1 1
Office Manager 1 1
Executive Assistant 2 2
Harbor Worker II 6 6
Harbor Worker III 1 1
Seasonal - Summer Laborer Part -Time 1 0
Seasonal - Summer Laborer Full -Time 1 0
TOTAL: 14 12
IT
Director 1 1
Senior IT Technician 1 1
IT Technician 1 1
TOTAL: 3 3
Library
Director 1 1
Deputy Library Director 1 1
Library Technician 1 1
Curator 1 1
Library Aide 1 1
Seasonal - Aides 2 2
TOTAL: 7 7
Police Chief 1 1
Deputy Chief 1 1
Sergeant 1 1
Patrol Officer 8 4
Assistant to the Chief 1 1
Corrections Sergeant Unfunded 1 0
Corrections Officer Unfunded 5 0
Dispatch Supervisor 1 1
Dispatcher 5 5
Animal Control Officer 1 1
Animal Control Officer Assistant 1 1
DMV Clerk 1 1
TOTAL: 27 17
Parks & Recreation
Director 1 1
Deputy Director 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
Campground Coordinator 1 1
Sports & Rec Manager 1 1
Recreational Specialist 1 1
Park Maintenance Supervisor 1 1
TYC Recreation Assistant 1 1
Seasonal - Summer 14 7
Seasonal - Winter 3 2
TOTAL: 25 17
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# of
Department Job Title Positions Filled
City Clerk's Office
City Clerk 1 1
Deputy City Clerk 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 3 3
Total number of authorized positions 128
Total number of filled full-time positions 97
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City of Seward - Human Resources Manager Report
Staffing Information
# of
Department Job Title Positions
Harbor
Seasonal - Summer Laborer 2
Library
Seasonal - Aides 2
Parks & Recreation Seasonal - Summer 14
Seasonal - Winter 3
TOTAL: 17
Total number of authorized positions 21
Total number of filled positions
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ALASKA
RAILROAD
Port Activity Update March 18, 2026
THE ALASKA RAILROAD'S MISSION -- Through excellent customer service and sound business
management practices, provide safe, efficient, and economical transportation and real estate services
that support and grow economic development opportunities for the State of Alaska.
Port Traffic
• The 2026 cruise ship schedule now includes 63 ships and 84 ship days. The first ship, the Silver
Moon, is due on May 14. The last ship of the season is the Viking Orion on September 30.
• A SeaTac Marine cargo barge arrived for a two-day offload on February 22, discharging more than
6,000 tons of Spenard Builders Supply materials.
• The cargo ship Kodiak Island was scheduled for March 13, bringing more than 2,800 tons of
industrial salt.
• The port saw more than 150 non -cruise dockings during 2025, and the current winter traffic is
largely Samson break -bulk barges and Shoreside fuel shipments.
Port Capital Projects
• The cruise dock and terminal building replacement continues to move forward, and multiple
work barges are staged within the dock basin for final demolition and new piling installation. The
construction of the terminal building is nearing completion -- framing and wall panel installation
is complete, and crews are finishing interior drywall, flooring and painting. More information
about the $137 million project is available at: https://sewardcompany.com
• The freight dock expansion project and industrial road are still on schedule. The sheet pile
installation and fill work for the 400-foot extension is scheduled for May through September
2027. Most of the cost will be met by a $19.8 million federal grant, with $5 million in ARRC
matching funds and a gravel contribution by the City of Seward. More than 70,000 cubic yards
of project fill has been stockpiled, and final plans are under review.
Dwayne Atwood, Accredited Maritime Port Executive
Seward Port Manager
907-265-2696 office 1907-362-6038 mobile
mailing: PO Box 95, Seward, AK 99664
physical: 913 Port Avenue
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REGULAR 1/21/2026
Heat Pumps
WS with City Council
Set PACAB Priorities for 2026
REGULAR 2/18/2026
Harbor Uplands Development
REGULAR 3/18/2026
Commercial and Sport Fishing
REGULAR 4/15/2026
REGULAR 5/20/2026
Board & Officers Selection -Set priorities for 2026 PACAB Meetings
REGULAR 9/16/2026
REGULAR 10/21/2026
REGULAR 11/18/2026
REGURLAR 12/16/2026
Topic Directives:
City Manager- Fishing -commercial & Sport, Tourism, Harbor Uplands/SMIC, Cruise Ship operations.
City Council- Commercial & Sport Fishing, Over -Tourism, Lowell Point Traffic/Safety
Mayor McClure- Harbor Uplands Development & Upland Tourist Traffic Flow
Council Member Warner- Regional Development, Fisheries, Valdez Salmon Nonprofit Model
Council Member Draper- Workforce Development, Housing, Education, Commercial Fishing Data
Chair Jaffa- Commercial Development, Hydro -power, Fisheries, Cruise Ship Passenger flow, Airport,
Underground Utilities, Energy Electric Rates, Energy Generation, Heat pumps, Housing, Port Revenue, Port
small harbor usage, revenue and plans, Recreation Center, Child Care, Port SMIC plans.
Vice Chair Atwood- Cruise Ship Passenger/ Pedestrian Safety, Hydro -power, Port Ave work, Fishery Update,
USCG Fast Response Cutter, Board Representation
Board Member Regis- Harbor updates ( 50 ton lift, Boat Storage Rates, Harbor Yard Concerns), Uplands
Development, Bycatch Agenda, SMIC rules, Legislative Priorities
Board Member Groom- River Project, Battery Systems, Substation, Energy Presentations
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