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Home My WebLink About260527 Council CalendarCity of Seward - Council Calendar Page 1 of 4 Posted on May 27, 2026, at City Hall, Post Office, Harbormaster, Seward Community Library, and online at www.cityofseward.us Council Calendars are released every week and contain all the latest information on meeting results, agendas, public hearings, upcoming meetings & work sessions, and vacancies on the boards & commissions. The last page contains QR codes to Council, P&Z, PACAB, and Historic Preservation meeting information to help you stay informed on your local government! *** This edition is for Wednesday, May 27, 2026 *** City Council Meeting Action Agenda Results from Tuesday, May 26, 2026 The following Ordinance was introduced: Introduction of Ordinance 2026-005: Amending Seward City Code 2.10.071 Council Packet and 2.10.100 Decorum [Sponsored by the City Clerk] The following Resolution was approved: Resolution 2026-053: Authorizing the City Manager to Accept the Proposal from CRW Engineering for Professional Design, Engineering, and Surveying Necessary to Expand Electrical and Water in Resurrection, Resurrection South and Iditarod Area Campgrounds in the Amount of $119,454 Plus 10% Contingency and Appropriating Funds Other items: The May 11, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes were approved. No Grounds for protest for the AMCO Beverage Dispensary liquor license renewal for the Gateway Hotel. No Grounds for protest for the AMCO Restaurant/Eating Place liquor license renewal for the Highliner Restaurant. Council directed administration to proceed with a lease agreement with the borough to utilize the Seward Middle School, as well as bring back a detailed overview of how the city would be using the building with information on potential revenue and sub-leasing within the building. An Executive Session was held for the Annual Evaluation of the City Clerk. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA City of Seward - Council Calendar Page 2 of 4 Posted on May 27, 2026, at City Hall, Post Office, Harbormaster, Seward Community Library, and online at www.cityofseward.us 6. CONSENT AGENDA* A. Minutes of Preceding Meeting 1)* Approve April 7, 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes 2)* Resolution 2026-006, of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, granting a six-month extension of CUP 2025-010 for the construction and operation of a hotel at 313 and 315 Fourth Avenue 7. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS, AND REPORTS A. Proclamations and Awards - None B. City Administration Report C. Other Reports and Announcements - None D. Presentations - None 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Resolutions Requiring Public Hearing 1) Resolution 2026-004 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, recommending City Council amend Seward City Code §15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed for Marijuana Establishments 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None 10. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolutions 1) Resolution 2026-005 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, Adopting the Planning and Zoning Commission Rules of Procedures 2026 Update B. Other New Business 1) Discuss work session topic for June 16, 2026 11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS A. Reminder of upcoming P&Z Meetings 1) Work Session on Tuesday, June 16, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall 2) Regular meeting on Tuesday, July 7, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall 12. FINAL PUBLIC COMMENTS 13. ADMINISTRATION AND COMMISSION COMMENTS AND RESPONSES TO PUBLIC COMMENTS 14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None 15. ADJOURNMENT UPCOMING MEETINGS Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers City Council Regular Meeting Monday, June 8, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers City of Seward - Council Calendar Page 3 of 4 Posted on May 27, 2026, at City Hall, Post Office, Harbormaster, Seward Community Library, and online at www.cityofseward.us PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on the following item of business at the regular meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2026: Resolution 2026-004 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, recommending City Council amend Seward City Code §15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed for Marijuana Establishments NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Seward City Council will conduct a public hearing on the following item of business at the regular meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026: Ordinance 2026-005: Amending Seward City Code 2.10.071 Council Packet and 2.10.100 Decorum [Sponsored by the City Clerk] Applications and all other pertinent copies of public hearing documents are available for review at City Hall. The public hearings will commence at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as business permits, in the Council Chambers at City Hall at 410 Adams. All interested persons are invited to attend the meeting and participate in the discussion; or written comments may be sent to the City Clerk. BOARDS & COMMISSIONS VACANCIES Historic Preservation Commission City Council is seeking applications from those interested in serving on the Historic Preservation Commission. The commission meets four times a year, typically on a designated Thursday in January, May, September, and November. There are three seats expiring [Libbrecht,Ward, and LeMaster] at the end of May 2026 and there will be three new 3-year terms available. There is also one vacant seat available on the commission with a term set to expire May 2028. The Historic Preservation Commission consists of seven residents of the City of Seward, and general Seward area spanning from Lowell Point to the Tern Lake Junction on the Seward Highway, who shall be appointed by the council. At least four seats shall be filled by residents inside Seward city limits. Application forms are available in the Office of the City Clerk and on the City Council Meetings webpage. City of Seward - Council Calendar Page 4 of 4 Posted on May 27, 2026, at City Hall, Post Office, Harbormaster, Seward Community Library, and online at www.cityofseward.us CORRESPONDENCE IS WELCOME If you wish to communicate with the City Council, the Planning & Zoning Commission, the Port & Commerce Advisory Board, or the Historic Preservation Commission, send an email to clerk@cityofseward.net and specify which group you want to receive it. In return, you will receive an email confirmation back from the City Clerk verifying your email has been forwarded as you requested. Please note that all correspondence may be subject to public record requests. MORE WAYS TO STAY INFORMED Attend meetings in person, listen on KIBH-FM 91.7 or watch the City of Seward YouTube channel live streams City of Seward - YouTube Go to Email Notifications | Seward, AK (cityofseward.us) to sign up for email notifications! For more information call the City Clerk’s office (907) 224-4046 or email clerk@cityofseward.net City Council materials are posted on the city website: City Council Meeting | Seward, AK (cityofseward.us)