Council Unanimously in Favor of Port Tariffs and Regulations, Despite Debate Over Rate Effects on Users

Councilman Gerald Brown said that he understood why Sitnasuak would be in favor of this ordinance, and if passed without changes, it (the ordinance) could be seen as limiting other business in Nome’s waters. Ukallaysaaq Tom Okleasik said he wouldn’t characterize the situation like that and reiterated his view that this tariff ordinance would encourage investments in the local economy and boost onshore infrastructure.

Nome City Council to Consider Port Tariff Amendments

Nome City Council could make the final decision on a controversial ordinance regarding Port tariffs at tonight’s regular meeting. Vitus Energy is urging the Nome City Council not to create regulations that they say could cause the City to lose sales tax revenue.