P&Z Work Session w audio 9 15 2026

The City of Seward Planning and Zoning work session held on September 15, 2026, focused on the development of a new comprehensive wayfinding system for the city. The session included discussions about the recently awarded contract to Corvis Design, an Anchorage-based firm selected through an RFP process to design the wayfinding system. The system aims to improve pedestrian navigation, reduce congestion, and enhance connections between key city areas such as the cruise terminal, train depot, small boat harbor, and downtown. Attendees provided local insights on destinations, pedestrian routes, signage challenges, and branding considerations to inform the design process. The project is currently in the early design phase, with public workshops planned for late October and funding for fabrication and installation still to be finalized. The meeting emphasized the importance of supporting local businesses, addressing accessibility, and integrating the city’s existing branding guide into the signage design.