2025-11-06 Regular MeetingKODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
Assembly Regular Meeting
November 6, 2025
A regular meeting of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly was held on November 6, 2025, in
the Assembly Chambers. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Staff present were
Borough Manager Aimee Williams, Community Development Director Christ French, Borough
Clerk Nova M. Javier, and Assistant Clerk Irene Arellano.
INVOCATION
Captain David Shatto of the Salvation Army gave the invocation.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Griffin led the pledge of allegiance.
3. STATEMENT OF LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We are gathered on the traditional homeland of the Sugpiaq/Alutiiq people, and we acknowledge the 10
tribes of the Kodiak Alutiiq Region. We recognize the Alutiiq culture that enriches our community to this
day.
4. ROLL CALL
Present were Mayor Jared Griffin, Assembly Members Jeremiah Gardner, Dave
Johnson, Caroline Roberts, Scott Smiley, and Bo Whiteside.
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
WHITESIDE moved to approve the agenda and consent agenda.
WHITESIDE moved to amend the agenda by removing items 14.E.5., 14.E.6, and
14.E.7 off the agenda.
VOICE VOTE ON THE MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
VOICE VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Approved under consent agenda).
A Regular Meeting Minutes of October 16 and Special Meeting Minutes of October
27, 2025
7. CITIZENS' COMMENTS
The following spoke under citizen's comments:
• Susan Brockman
• Nick Loomis
• Captain Diane Shatto
• Captain David Shatto
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8. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
A. Proclamation Supporting Operation Green Light For Veterans
Mayor Griffin proclaimed November 4 to 11, 2025 supporting Operation Green
Light for Veterans and presented the proclamation to Veteran Aimee Williams.
He encouraged the residents, businesses, and community organizations to
participate in the Operation Green Light by changing one light to a green bulb
from November 4 - 11, 2025, to let the veterans know that they are seen,
appreciated, and supported.
9. COMMITTEE REPORTS — None.
10. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Ordinance No. FY2026-11, Amending Various Sections Of Kodiak Island
Borough Code Title 17 Zoning, Related To Child Care Facilities
WHITESIDE moved to adopt Ordinance No. FY2026-11.
Mayor Griffin opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing none, he closed
the public hearing.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Gardner,
Johnson, Roberts, Smiley, and Whiteside.
11. BOROUGH MANAGER'S REPORT
Borough Manager Aimee Williams provided a manager's report, and it was included in
the meeting packet.
12. MESSAGES FROM THE BOROUGH MAYOR
Mayor Griffin reported on a recent meeting with the U.S. Arctic Research Commission
and a brief meeting with Dan Menth, CEO of Kodiak Electric Association. He also shared
that he would accompany the Special Olympics team to the State tournament in
Anchorage and extended his best wishes to the team.
13. CONSIDERATION OF CALENDAR - UNFINISHED BUSINESS
14. CONSIDERATION OF CALENDAR - NEW BUSINESS
A. Election Of The 2025-2026 Borough Assembly Deputy Presiding Officer
SMILEY moved to nominate Assembly Member Whiteside as Deputy Presiding
Officer.
VOICE VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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14.13. CONTRACTS
1. Contract No. FY2026-23, KIB Facilities Contract Re -Bid With MK Enterprises,
LLC
WHITESIDE moved to authorize the Borough Manager to execute Contract No.
FY2026-23 for KIB Facilities Contract Re -bid with MK Enterprises, LLC.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Johnson,
Roberts, Smiley, Whiteside, and Gardner.
2. Contract No. FY2026-34, A One -Year Contract With Matson Navigation
Company, For Recycled Metals Shipping
WHITESIDE moved to authorize the Borough Manager to execute Contract No.
FY2026-34 with Matson Navigation Company, for recycled metals shipping.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Roberts,
Smiley, Whiteside, Gardner, and Johnson.
14.C. RESOLUTIONS
1. Resolution No. FY2023-20C, Amending Resolution To Add The Borough Project
Manager As A Board Member To The Health Facilities Advisory Board (HFAB)
WHITESIDE moved to adopt Resolution No. FY2023-20C.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Smiley,
Whiteside, Gardner, Johnson, and Roberts.
14.D. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
1. Ordinance No. FY2026-12, Amending Title 2 Administration And Personnel,
Chapter 2.125 Architectural/Engineering Review Board, Section 2.125.030
Qualifications
WHITESIDE moved to advance Ordinance No. FY2026-12 to public hearing at
the next regular meeting of the Assembly.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Whiteside,
Gardner, Johnson, Roberts, and Smiley.
14.E. OTHER ITEMS
1. Review Of The State Of Alaska Alcohol And Marijuana Control Office, Retail
Marijuana Store License Renewal Application For High Rise, LLC, DBA High
Rise, LLC (License #20113 Combined Renewal Notice For 2025-2026 Renewal
Cycle)
GARDNER moved to voice non -protest to the State of Alaska Alcohol and
Marijuana Control Office (AMCO) Retail Marijuana Store License Renewal
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Application for High Rise, LLC, and directed the Clerk to notify AMCO of this
decision.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Gardner,
Johnson, Roberts, Smiley, and Whiteside.
2. Mayoral Appointments Of Assembly Member Representatives To Different
Boards And Committees
WHITESIDE moved to confirm the mayoral appointments of assembly member
representatives to different boards and committees as reflected in the attached
list.
JOHNSON moved to amend the mayoral appointment by striking out Assembly
Gardner's name from the Solid Waste Contract Committee, adding Assembly
Member Whiteside's name to the Solid Waste Contract Committee, striking out
Assembly Member Whiteside's name from the Solid Waste Advisory Board, and
adding Assembly Member Gardner's name to the Solid Waste Advisory Board.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY:
Roberts, Smiley, Whiteside, Gardner, and Johnson.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY: Johnson, Roberts, Smiley, Whiteside, and Gardner.
3. Declaring A Seat Vacant On The Fire Protection Area No.1 Board (Mr. Craig
Dagen)
WHITESIDE moved to accept, with regret, the resignation of Mr. Craig Dagen
on the Fire Protection Area No.1 Board effective October 4, 2025, and directed
the Borough Clerk to advertise the vacancy per Borough Code.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Smiley,
Whiteside, Gardner, Johnson, and Roberts.
4. Authorization For The Borough Manager To Reimburse Providence Kodiak
Island Medical Center For The Permitting, Construction, Installation, And
Closeout Of Distribution Panel 6 (DP6) Replacement/Expansion In The Amount
Of $121,000
WHITESIDE moved to authorize the Borough Managerto reimburse Providence
Kodiak Island Medical Center for the permitting, construction, installation, and
closeout of distribution Panel 6 (DP6) replacement/expansion in the amount of
$121,000.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Whiteside,
Gardner, Johnson, Roberts, and Smiley.
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15. CITIZEN'S COMMENTS — None.
16. ASSEMBLY MEMBERS' COMMENTS
Assembly Member Gardner thanked everyone for attending and expressed
appreciation for the Assembly's efficiency in completing its work.
Assembly Member Johnson thanked the Salvation Army, Kodiak Area Native
Association, Baptist Mission, Kodiak Middle School Food Bank, and the many
other organizations that stepped up to support the community during the past
week of uncertainty and fear. He noted that several Assembly Members had
donated their stipends to worthy causes and shared that he will also be donating
his stipend. He offered a tip, suggesting that ordering food donations from
Costco for delivery can be a cost-effective way to stretch contributions.
Assembly Member Smiley had no comments.
Assembly Member Whiteside invited fellow Assembly Members who wish to co-
sponsor a proposed agenda item to amend Kodiak Island Borough Code
3.55.025(A) and (B), allowing revenue from short-term rentals to be used for
infrastructure development, noting the impact of short-term rentals on housing
availability. He also emphasized the importance of professional conduct and
encouraged Assembly Members to communicate respectfully while welcoming
community engagement.
Assembly Member Roberts thanked Project Manager Codi Allen and Interim
Senior Facilities Manager Tyler Steele from Providence Hospital for the
information shared during the work session regarding Providence projects. She
emphasized that being thorough and deliberate in those decisions is essential
to ensure compliance with the lease agreement and to use Borough funds
responsibly. She also thanked both law firms for their professional and well-
prepared proposals and expressed gratitude to her fellow Assembly Members
and staff for helping her get oriented over the past few weeks and for their
collaboration as she continues learning.
17. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Evaluation Of The Legal Counsel Candidates
WHITESIDE moved to convene into executive session to discuss the
evaluation/scores of the legal counsel applicants, a matter which might include
a discussion that could potentially prejudice the reputation and character of the
applicants.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Gardner,
Johnson, Roberts, Smiley, and Whiteside.
WHITESIDE moved to invite the Borough Mayor, Assembly, Borough Manager,
and the Clerk into executive session.
VOICE VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
After the vote, Mayor Griffin recessed the regular meeting and convened the
executive session at 7:30 p.m.
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Upon returning from the executive session, Mayor Griffin reconvened the regular
meeting at 7:45 p.m. and announced that direction was given to the Manager to
enter into contract negotiations with Landye Bennett Blumstein LLP.
18. ADJOURNMENT
WHITESIDE moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:46 p.m.
VOICE VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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November 6, 2025
ATTEST:
Nova M. Javier, MMC, Borq gh Clerk
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