# City Council Meeting 9/28/2026

The City Council meeting of Seward on September 28, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and contract approvals. The council approved a resolution authorizing the city manager to accept a proposal from Cronos Engineering for a 12 megawatt, 24 megawatt hour battery energy storage system for the Port of Seward vessel shore power project, funded by an EPA Clean Ports Grant, totaling nearly $9.73 million. Additionally, a design-build agreement with GEM Company for the shore power and cruise ship dock expansion project was authorized for up to $2.13 million, also funded by the EPA grant. The council also approved a $60,260 contract with Respect for transmission planning study services for the electric department and a purchase of fitness equipment from Top Fitness for $82,354 for the Parks and Recreation Department's new community center. The meeting included updates on the large $50 million shore power project, emphasizing cost management and procurement planning. A proposed ordinance to waive residency requirements for two seats on the Historic Preservation Commission was discussed but ultimately failed in a unanimous vote. The council also received a presentation from Alaska Housing Finance Corporation regarding land acquisition and housing development initiatives in Seward. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing major capital improvement projects, contract awards, and budget appropriations, with an emphasis on infrastructure and community facility enhancements.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Sources
- [City Council Meeting 9/28/2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVYEHDG_IyA) - City of Seward