The materials cover key discussion topics including the Passenger for Hire fee increase and regulation changes, as well as planning for a Board retreat. The board reviewed a 35% design briefing for dock electrification and evaluated the status of grant funding for Echo Cove and Statter Harbor projects. Additionally, the board considered revisions to Huna Totem conditional use permits and received operational and engineering reports regarding harbor infrastructure, maintenance, and community relations.
Oct 27, 2026·
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The Planning Commission agenda focuses on a requested conditional use permit modification for Huna Totem, Áak'w Landing, LLC. The proposal seeks to amend a previously approved permit to develop a smaller-scale upland project, featuring reduced building sizes, reconfigured plaza and greenspace areas, and a redesign of bus staging and off-street parking. Staff recommends approval of the requested permit. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as a land acknowledgment, public participation, and various staff and committee reports.
The committee reviewed various operational and planning initiatives, including the proposed transfer of funds for the North Douglas Launch Ramp Expansion and Taku Harbor improvements. Key discussion topics included the status of the Downtown Waterfront Improvements Phase II project, the FY28 Capital Improvement Plan process, and goal setting for the upcoming board retreat. The committee also addressed pending legislation regarding the disposition of state subventions and deliberated on a proposed increase to the Passenger For Hire fee structure. Additionally, staff and liaison reports were presented covering port engineering, harbor management, and visitor industry activities.
Aug 20, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Visitor Industry Task Force 2.0 Meeting
The meeting focused on addressing downtown congestion through various traffic management and pedestrian safety strategies. Key discussion topics included the development of a comprehensive tourism plan, the establishment of strategic goals, and the creation of standardized metrics to monitor tourism impact. Additionally, the Task Force reviewed operational input regarding downtown vehicle logistics and data collection methods to support evidence-based decision-making for future visitor industry policy.
