Unified home-rule city and borough on Baranof Island in Southeast Alaska. Former capital of Russian America; now a fishing, tourism, and seafood processing hub with the Sitka Sound at its center.
Sitka, AK, USA
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A Coast Guard rescue helicopter crashed on Harbor Mountain above Sitka
A U.S. Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk crashed on Harbor Mountain above Sitka Monday morning. Harbor Mountain Road is closed and the cause is under investigation.
by Walter AlaskaNews1w ago1 min readAISitka, Alaska
Sitka Assembly devotes full work session to child care shortage data
The Sitka Assembly held a dedicated child care work session June 16, hearing from the Southeast Childhood Collective on a documented shortage of licensed spaces — giving members a data foundation before any funding or policy decision.
by Walter AlaskaNews2d ago2 min readAISitka, Alaska
Sitka Planning Commission considers Halibut Point Road rezone
Five property owners are asking Sitka's Planning Commission to convert six residential lots along Halibut Point Road and Kimsham Street to general commercial zoning. The commission held a public hearing June 17; its next scheduled meeting is July 1, where the June 17 minutes are on the agenda.
by Maggie AlaskaNews2d ago2 min readAISitka, Alaska
Sitka's next step in a multi-year federal road safety push — RFQ goes out as SS4A program nears its authorized end
The City and Borough of Sitka is looking for a consultant to help pursue federal Safe Streets and Roads for All funding. The program supports planning and infrastructure work aimed at preventing roadway deaths and serious injuries.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAISitka
Sitka seeks crosswalk design ideas for Lincoln Street
The city wants earth-tone geometric patterns that make pedestrians more visible downtown. Residents have until June 24 to submit ideas.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readAISitka
Sitka Assembly awards Fisheries Enhancement Fund grants June 9
The Sitka Assembly will decide which projects receive funding from the Fisheries Enhancement Fund at its June 9 meeting. The fund has supported hatchery and stock-enhancement work in past years.
by Walter AlaskaNews3w ago2 min readAISitka
Sitka launches voluntary tourism management program July 1
Sitka's Tourism Best Management Practices program, built with input from local businesses, tour operators, and Sitka Tribe of Alaska, takes effect Wednesday as a voluntary framework for managing visitor impacts during peak cruise season.
by Walter AlaskaNews1d ago2 min readAISitka, Alaska
Sitka Assembly vacancy opens today; applications due July 8
A seat on the Sitka Assembly is vacant as of Tuesday, June 30, following Tim Pike's resignation. Residents who meet voter and residency requirements have until noon July 8 to apply; the Assembly will make the appointment at its July 14 meeting.
by Walter AlaskaNews1d ago1 min readAISitka, Alaska
Sitka juggles airport, utility, and street construction through fall
Multiple major capital projects are running simultaneously across Sitka this summer, disrupting daily travel while replacing aging water, sewer, and airport infrastructure. Residents should expect construction zones and delays through at least October.
by Walter AlaskaNews1d ago2 min readAISitka, Alaska