The Haines Borough Public Safety Commission met Wednesday to hear what the community wants of its next police chief, and apparently it’s interim chief Robert Griffiths. Mayor Jan Hill said she has received a document with more than 50 signatures from residents who want the borough to encourage Griffiths to stay. Griffiths this week said he would make a […]
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Sosa discloses some contents of police report
In anticipation of the release of a $22,000 police department study, Haines Borough officials this week circulated a letter alluding to “shortfalls” identified in the document, which the municipality expects to publicly release Friday. The letter, signed by manager David Sosa, Mayor Jan Hill and interim police chief Robert Griffiths, referred to long-standing departmental “issues” in many areas, including management, […]
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Harbor expansion critics: Aesthetics study not enough
A Monday meeting of the Waterfront Aesthetics Committee once again veered toward more fundamental aspects of the Small Boat Harbor expansion project, prompting the Mayor and deputy Mayor to repeatedly admonish people that the meeting was intended to focus only on aesthetics. The meeting was held at Lookout Park so committee members could better visualize how the project would […]
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Borough Briefs
Assembly cancels Dec. 18 meeting The Haines Borough Assembly unanimously voted on Tuesday to cancel their Dec. 18 meeting, in a suggestion brought forward by Mayor Jan Hill. “Typically we only have one meeting in December,” Hill said. “This year, for some reason because of the way Christmas falls, we have a meeting scheduled for the 18th this month.” […]
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Members chosen for harbor aesthetics
Membership of an ad-hoc committee charged with “monitoring” the aesthetic design of the Small Boat Harbor expansion project is nearly finalized. Seated members include chair Jan Hill, deputy chair Diana Lapham, Port and Harbor Advisory Committee representative Don Turner, Planning Commission representative Donnie Turner, Tourism Advisory Board representative Sean Gaffney, and Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee […]
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Assembly may not dissect violation law after all
Despite last week’s recommendation from a Haines Borough Assembly committee to comb through a minor offense ordinance that has caused public outcry, it’s not clear leaders will go in that direction. The ordinance compiles existing borough violations outlined in various sections of code into a single list. It also establishes fines ranging from $25-$500 for the violations, […]
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Filing period opens Aug. 1 for local offices
Residents who have clamored at recent Haines Borough Assembly meetings for more public involvement can step up Aug. 1 and declare their candidacy for local office. Candidate filing applications are available on the borough website and at the administration office. The filing period is open Aug. 1 through Aug. 20. In October, voters will elect two assembly […]
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Badgley grateful for support, kind words
Wow! I am overwhelmed by the support of the Haines Volunteer Fire Department members, Haines Presbyterian Church and the community of Haines upon my retirement and throughout my career as a paid staff of the HVFD. Thank you for your kind words and letters of encouragement. I am honored and blessed to be part of […]
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Mayor creates new harbor group
Haines Borough Mayor Jan Hill created a joint committee this week charged with “monitoring” the aesthetic design of the waterfront and Small Boat Harbor expansion project, but many community members who showed up said the project’s problems go beyond merely tweaking appearances. The new committee will consist of Hill, a Planning Commission representative, a Tourism Advisory Board representative, […]
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Residents revel; sun caps 4th festivities
“The Slayers,” a team of teenagers, upended perennial champion Kevin Shove’s squad in the Mad Raft Race and Chandler Kemp cruised to victory in the Mount Ripinsky Run during sun-drenched Fourth of July festivities in Haines Saturday. Hundreds of residents turned out at Tlingit park for games and refreshments. The line of youths waiting to serve as […]