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Proposition #1: Why It Matters – Wildlife Protection

  Proposition #1: Why It Matters:  Wildlife Protection The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) requires the City of Cordova to install an electrified bear fence at the active waste area of the 17 Mile Landfill. This requirement is due to an...

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Proposition #1: Why It Matters – Alaska DEC Compliance

Proposition #1: Why It Matters: Alaska DEC Compliance The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) requires the City of Cordova to install an electrified bear fence at the active waste area of the 17 Mile Landfill. The fence will be about 8 to 10 feet...

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Proposition #1: Why It Matters – Landfill Safety

  Proposition #1: Why It Matters: Landfill Safety City of Cordova Refuse Division staff work daily at the 17 Mile Landfill. In recent years, brown bears have been regularly drawn to the active waste area. This creates unsafe working conditions for staff. When...

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Parks and Recreation Summer Activity Guide 2024

The City of Cordova Parks and Recreation Department is delighted to unveil the 2024 Summer Activity Guide. This new guide is filled with exciting opportunities, including events, sports, family activities and more! The 2024 Summer Activity Guide is now available on...

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Breakwater Park Concept Plan

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Cordova Parks and Rec is working on a Concept Plan for the Breakwater area (collectively known as Breakwater Park), which will help guide improvements in the future. Join our planning team for our workshop, and have the opportunity to give ...

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Upcoming City Board & Commission Vacancies

Mayor Allison and the City Council are soliciting applications for these upcoming City Board and Commission vacancies: Library Board – 2 seats, Planning Commission – 3 seats, Harbor Commission – 2 seats, Parks & Recreation Commission – 2 seats, Historic...

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United States Coast Guard VHF Outages Questionnaire

The United States Coast Guard has asked for help disseminating this questionnaire. Many Cordovans represent stakeholders that have been affected by VHF Channel 16 outages across Alaska. It’s a persistent issue and this Department of Homeland Security Office of...

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