
Committees and Commissions
Public Safety Committee
This committee works to address public safety issues in the community. They work closely with Tlingit and Haida, Village Public Safety Officers (VPSOs), troopers, and the volunteer EMS and Firefighters in Kake.
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Chair: Kelli Jackson
Jori Grant
Alternate: Tessa Rostad

Harbor Committee
This committee works on issues pertaining to all the City of Kake's harbors. They work with the harbor master to set prices and address any concerns.
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Chair: Tessa Rostad
Ashley Padgett
Alternate: Jori Grant

Property/Buildings Committee
This committee works to address concerns and manage uses regarding the property owned by the city. They also work with the land planning commission to plan for Kake's future land uses. Any concerns or problems with buildings around town can be addressed to them.
Chair: Ashley Padgett
Tessa Rostad
Alternate: Kelli Jackson

Land Planning Commission
This commission is set up by the city council with the goal of having them address future goals and expansion of the city lands. They use the codes and provide recommendations to the city council on what should be done with the land.
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Chair: Rob Mills
Second Chair: Art Johnson
Secretary: Katie Anderson
Dani Knudsen
Benson James

Finance Committee
This committee works to create and balance the city budget.
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Chair: Monica Ashenfelter
Tessa Rostad
Alternate: Jori Grant

Airport/Roads/Water Committee
This committee works with the water operator and other city employees to keep the airport, city roads, and water and sewer running smoothly. Any concerns or issues with these areas can be brought to them.
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Chair: Hank Copsey
Ashley Padgett
Alternate: Kelli Jackson

Ordinance Committee
This committee works to address all the city codes and ordinances. They are systematically going through the codes and making sure they are up to date and enforceable.
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Chair: Jori Grant
Kelli Jackson
Alternate: Hank Copsey
