Michael Gatti Archives

City of Sitka denies allegations in police whistleblower suit

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Sep 19, 2018 | Local News, Syndicated

The City of Sitka is denying all allegations in a whistleblower lawsuit filed against the police department last month. Former Sitka police detective Ryan Silva claims he was harassed and demoted for calling out the department’s inappropriate purchase of automatic weapons, among other charges. Read More

Assembly: Proposals for Sitka Community must be made public to advance

by Emily Kwong, KCAW | Jun 6, 2018 | Local News, Syndicated

During a meeting to review management proposals for Sitka Community Hospital, the Assembly chose to advance all of them to the next round. In order to advance, the applicant has to make their proposal public. Read More

Amid public push back, Assembly postpones changes to land sale laws

by Emily Kwong, KCAW | May 9, 2018 | Local News, Syndicated

Under current city code, any major sale of municipal property in Sitka requires a vote of the people. This law has been around a long time, but hasn’t been used much. Now, some see it as an impediment to progress. Read More

Sitka assembly moves to repeal voter approval of large land sales

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Apr 30, 2018 | Local News, Syndicated

Voters will no longer have the authority to ratify major land transactions in Sitka, if a proposed amendment to local code passes a second reading. The Sitka Assembly last week (4-25-18) on first reading repealed language requiring voter approval, in order to lower barriers to some prospective large sales. Read More

Floating dock lawsuit goes to Sitka court

by Emily Kwong, KCAW | Dec 19, 2017 | Local News, Syndicated

A public interest lawsuit played out in Sitka last week for a case involving a dock and a disagreement over the municipal charter. Former Mayor Marko Dapcevich filed suit against the City of Sitka for what he considers a violation of the competitive bid process. Read More