Administration

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Mission Statement

The Municipality of Skagway will responsibly provide vital and dynamic services to the residents and visitors of the Municipality through the application of professional skills, adopted plans, and standards which facilitate the growth of the local economy and protect and enhance the quality of life, while fostering a respectful and successful workplace and preserving our environment and history for current and future generations. (Resolution No. 13-33R)

City Hall Offices are open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Offices are closed on municipal holidays.

The Administration Department is responsible for:

  • Real and personal property management;
  • Risk management;
  • Lease agreements and contracts;
  • Operation, maintenance and planning of computer resources;
  • Annual budgeting and capital improvement program;
  • Personnel functions;
  • Accounting and finance for all departments;
  • Planning, including platting, zoning, community development and land use;
  • Licensing and permitting.

The department head of Administration is the Borough Manager.