Ken Barkley

The agenda for the meeting includes approval of the agenda, the pledge of allegiance, and staff reports from the managers of Outdoor Recreation and Recreation Facilities. Unfinished business pertains to electric motorbikes and commercial permits for Talkeetna Lakes Park. New business involves a possible letter of support for the Denali Nordic Ski Club regarding a proposed G-Loop Nordic ski trail at Talkeetna Lakes Park. The document also contains minutes from the February 23, 2026 meeting, which discussed electric bikes, Matanuska Valley Moose Range updates, and tabulated the commercial permits for Talkeetna Lakes Park. Furthermore, a proposed resolution (PRTAB Resolution 26-01) recommends restricting certain electric motorbikes, specifically those capable of propulsion without human power or exceeding 20 mph, and mandates signage.

The Platting Board meeting agenda included the determination of a quorum, approval of the agenda, and consideration of public hearings. The public hearings scheduled concern several platting actions: the creation of 5 lots and dedication of right-of-way for HOUSTON RAIL NW SUBDIVISION; the elimination of easements and creation of 35 lots for MOUNTAIN TOP ACRES ADDITION 1; and the vacation of a 50' section line easement for LOT 6 BLOCK 6 GEOR DOL ESTATES. The agenda also included provisions for audience participation and comments from the Platting Staff regarding an upcoming meeting case.

The agenda for the regular meeting included calling to order, roll call, determination of quorum, approval of the agenda, and the Pledge of Allegiance. The consent agenda covered approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes from March 2, 2026. Legislative matters introduced for public hearing included Resolution 26-02, recommending approval of an ordinance repealing MSB 8.25 (Water Pollution Control) and MSB 17.55.020(E), and Resolution 26-03, recommending approval of an ordinance amending MSB 17.80 (Nonconforming Structures) to repeal the notification process and fee section. The meeting included sections for committee reports, agency/staff reports, land use classifications, audience participation, and public hearings for quasi-judicial and legislative matters. The minutes for the March 2, 2026 meeting were also included, detailing the approval of the agenda and consent agenda items, and comments from Commissioners regarding the new commissioner and administrative updates.

The Platting Board agenda for March 19, 2026, included the continuation of the Feather Lake subdivision case, which involves creating eight lots. The packet also contained the minutes from the Regular Meeting of March 5, 2026, where the Board approved preliminary plats for Chopper Industrial Park, Rafter Ridge, Lucas 2025, and Wilmington Hill following public hearings and staff recommendations. The Platting Officer also highlighted upcoming agenda items for the April 2, 2026 meeting, including Houston Rail NW and Mountain Top Acres ADD 1.

The agenda for the regular meeting included several items for discussion and action. Unfinished business featured discussions regarding the strategy for the upcoming Board of Fisheries March Meeting, preparation for the 2026-2027 Board of Fisheries Cycle, updates on the Waterbody Setback Ordinance, scheduling of ADF&G Summary Meetings, the Deshka Watershed Land Classification Resolution, and follow-up items concerning the Resource Development Council email and North Pacific Fisheries Management Council participation. New business included the 2026 FWC Officer Elections, a review of a proposal concerning changing Pike from a sport fishery to a commercial fishery, and considering future presenters for FWC meetings.