The Haines Chamber of Commerce asked business and economy-focused questions of assembly and mayoral candidates at the third and final candidate forum before the Oct. 3 municipal election. Chamber Executive Director Tracy Harmon asked the eight candidates seven questions and each had one minute to respond. Chamber president John Hagen assisted in moderating the forum […]
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One of these candidates will be Haines’ next mayor
Challenger Joanie Wagner says Haines needs a fresh perspective. Incumbent Jan Hill says experience counts. In one sentence, please describe the role of the mayor. Wagner: The Mayor sets the tone for our community and also is an example for the community. Hill: The role of the Mayor is to run assembly meetings, represent the community locally and beyond, and to […]
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Three of these six candidates will be Haines’ next assembly members
Common criticisms of assembly meetings are that discussions tend to be lengthy, repetitive and inefficient. Do you agree? If so, how will you participate in discussions? Gray: Unfortunately, yes. I will not bring personal tirades and unnecessary things to the meetings and I will be the most studied, most well-read person on the packet that we’re […]
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Police Report
Monday, Dec. 17 A caller inquired about a meeting with a family member regarding a civil suit. Dispatch said they were unaware of any meeting and advised both parties to contact lawyers. A protective order stemming from a Dec. 16 assault was served on a prisoner in custody. An anonymous individual turned in a small […]
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Police Report
Monday, Feb. 24 A local agency representative reported a theft of wood, then called back later to say the wood had been paid for. A 911 caller reported a vehicle accident near 9 Mile Haines Highway that damaged the guardrail. Troopers responded. There were no injuries. A business reported icy road conditions from […]
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Assembly candidates outline competing visions
Five Haines Borough Assembly candidates outlined different visions for the future of Haines during a public forum Monday where they discussed recent issues such as police response outside the townsite, balancing the budget and fixing the Lutak Dock. Michael Fullerton brought up the Lutak Dock in his opening remarks and said repairing the infrastructure should the borough’s first priority. He said […]
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Logging on Peninsula: University pulls trigger on timber sale in response to potential zoning restrictions
The University of Alaska’s Board of Regents last week approved a competitive timber sale on about 400 acres of land on the Chilkat Peninsula in response to local discussions on limiting resource extraction in the area. For the past several months, the Haines Borough Planning Commission has been discussing limiting resource extraction in the Mud Bay Land […]
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Police Report
Tuesday, September 5 A citizen reported several items were left in her home on Young Road from an unknown person. Police responded to a vehicle accident on Third Avenue. No injuries were reported. Officers responded to a report of gun shots on Mud Bay Road that were determined to be fireworks. A caller reported finding […]
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Police Report
Tuesday, August 29 A citizen reported a deceased bear at 18 Mile Haines Highway. The Alaska State Troopers were advised. A caller reported a trespasser near 1 Mile Haines Highway. Officers made contact with the person. Drugs were involved. Police received a 72-hour protective order to serve on a 30-year-old man. A citizen reported hearing […]
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Monday, Feb. 17 A 911 caller reported a domestic dispute at a Small Tracts Road residence. Police responded and found a man and woman arguing, but no crime had been committed. The couple was separated for the evening. Alcohol was a factor. A woman reported being a victim of identity theft. The woman learned someone […]