Closest to the Fish

MEMORANDUM

Our city employees work hard every day to provide the services that keep our community running, and I am grateful to the many of you who treat them with kindness and respect. Unfortunately, there have been recent incidents where staff have faced verbal abuse or felt threatened during interactions with the public. This behavior is unacceptable and makes it more difficult for employees to serve you effectively.

If you have concerns, I encourage you to share them directly with the City Council - either in writing or during the public comment period at council meetings. These meetings are announced in advance and provide the best opportunity for your voice to be heard.

Let us continue working together with respect and understanding to keep our community strong. Thank you for your cooperation and for your ongoing commitment to making Pelican a better place for everyone.

Sincerely,

Patricia Phillips

Mayor of Pelican

News & Updates for Pelican Residents

October 2025

  • Regular Municipal Election - Tuesday, October 7th, 2025. Polls open 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Contact the City Clerk with any questions.

  • Pelican Fuels Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • See below for the ferry schedule. Dates/times are subject to change/cancellation. Always confirm with the AMHS website.

  • Upcoming Meetings:

    Regular City Council Meeting Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

    Canvass Committee Meeting Friday, October 10th, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

    Special City Council Meeting to Certify the Election Monday, October 13th, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

  • Property taxes are due on Wednesday, October 15th no later than 5:00 p.m. If property taxes are not paid when due, a penalty of 10% p.a. will be added.

  • As we head into snow-clearing season, we kindly ask that you keep the harbor floats and fingers as well as the boardwalk clear of construction materials or bulky items that may impede emergency vehicle access or snow-clearing equipment.

  • Friday, October 17th, 2025, all city businesses will be closed in observance of Alaska Day. Garbage service will be on Thursday, October 16th. Callouts at Pelican Fuels are subject to a $200 callout fee.

  • Seasonal Sales Tax: A reminder that the seasonal sales tax rate is reduced from 6% to 4% effective October 1.

Ferry Schedule

AMHS Scheduled sailings for 2025. Please visit http://dot.alaska.gov/amhs/ or call 1-800-642-0066 for more information or to buy tickets.

Safety Tips - City of Pelican

AMHS Schedule for Pelican:

  • Tuesday, October 21st, 2025

  • Saturday, November 15th, 2025

  • Tuesday, December 9th, 2025

*Dates and times are subject to change or cancellation. For the most up-to-date schedule, please visit the AMHS website.