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### 1.04.040 Prohibited acts. | A. The prohibition of an act in the code and in any ordinance intended to become a part of the code, whether such ordinance shall be an addition to, or an amendment of the code, and in any rule or
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026.
regulation adopted thereunder, shall... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.200806 | 0.952148 | -0.495605 | -0.175903 |
### 1.04.050 Headings. | No provision of this code shall be held invalid because of deficiency in any title, chapter or section heading. Title, chapter and section headings contained herein shall not be deemed to govern, limit, modify or in any manner affect the scope, meaning or intent of the provisions of any title, chapter or section hereof... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.466797 | -0.94873 | -1.541016 | -1.572266 |
### 1.04.060 Intent. | It is the legislative intent of the council that all provisions and sections of this code be liberally construed in favor of the purpose of the enactment construed. (Prior code § 1.12.060) | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.393555 | -0.8125 | -1.18457 | -1.587891 |
### 1.04.070 Severability. | Any ordinance heretofore or thereafter adopted by the council which lacks a severability clause shall be construed as though it contained the clause in the following language, “If any provision of this ordinance, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid, the remainder of this ordinance ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.363281 | -0.800781 | -1.145508 | -1.454102 |
### 1.04.080 Repeal. | When any ordinance repealing a former ordinance, section or provision is itself repealed, such repeal does not revive the former ordinance, section or provision, unless it is expressly so provided. (Prior code § 1.12.080)
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026. | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.97168 | -1.213867 | -0.862305 | -1.46582 |
### 1.04.090 Time ordinances take effect. | A. An ordinance which by its terms is to take effect on a specified day, unless otherwise provided in the ordinance, takes effect at 12:00 noon on the day specified.
B. An ordinance which by its terms is to take effect from and after a specified day takes effect at midnight of the day specified. (Prior code § 1.12.090... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.957031 | -1.003906 | -0.770508 | -1.254883 |
### 1.04.100 Computation of time. | The time in which an ordinance provided by law is required to be done is computed by excluding the first day and including the last, unless the last day is a holiday, and then it is also excluded. (Prior code § 1.12.100) | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.521484 | -1.242188 | -0.550293 | -1.478516 |
### 1.04.110 Retrospective ordinances. | No ordinance is retrospective unless expressly declared therein. (Prior code § 1.12.110) | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.579102 | -1.287109 | -0.365723 | -1.389648 |
### 1.04.120 Words and phrases. | Words and phrases shall be construed according to the rules of grammar and according to their common and approved usage. Technical words and phrases and those which have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning, whether by legislative definition or otherwise, shall be construed according to the peculiar and appropri... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.104492 | -1.070313 | -0.936035 | -1.726563 |
### 1.04.130 Tense, number and gender. | A. Words in the present tense include the past and future tenses, and words in the future tense include the present tense.
B. Words in the singular number include the plural, and words in the plural number include the singular.
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026.
C. W... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.910156 | -0.436768 | -0.697754 | -1.709961 |
### 1.08.010 Name of municipality – Form of government. | A. The city of Wasilla shall continue as a municipal corporation under the name: “City of Wasilla.”
B. The government of the city shall be that commonly known and designated as the mayor-council form. (Prior code § 1.08.010) | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.803711 | -1.527344 | -1.085938 | -1.517578 |
### 1.08.020 Municipal powers, facilities and services. | A. The city may exercise any municipal power not otherwise prohibited by law.
B. The city is authorized to provide public facilities and services, which shall include, but not be limited to:
1. Streets, roads, sidewalks, paths and trails, including related water drainage, landscaping and parking;
2. Sewers and sewag... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.099792 | -0.313477 | -0.774414 | -0.302246 |
### 1.08.025 Limited health powers to borough. | A. The city hereby transfers the power to expend funds in accordance with the allowed uses of the National Opioid Settlement Agreements to the borough to the extent that the borough receives settlement funds.
B. The city retains the power to expend funds in accordance with the allowed uses of the National Opioid Settl... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.615723 | 0.461182 | -0.996582 | 0.297607 |
### 1.08.030 Eminent domain. | The city may exercise the powers of eminent domain and declaration of taking in the performance of an authorized power of function of the city, in accordance with AS 09.55.240 through 09.55.460; provided, that the city may exercise the powers of eminent domain or declaration of taking to acquire property only if the ci... | true | Rules | Zoning | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.552734 | 0.612793 | -1.019531 | -0.763672 |
### 1.08.040 Adverse possession. | The city cannot be divested of title to real property by adverse possession. (Prior code § 7.08.020) | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.667969 | -1.357422 | -0.561035 | -0.909668 |
### 1.12.010 City seal. | The design set forth in this section is adopted as the seal of the city. The seal of the city shall be kept by the city clerk and be affixed to all documents required to be so authenticated.
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026.
(Prior code § 1.08.... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.431641 | -1.125 | -0.970215 | -1.46875 |
### 1.16.010 City limits. | A. The boundaries of the city of Wasilla are described as follows:
> Beginning at the southeast corner of Lot 16, Block 4, of Happy Mountain Estates Subdivision, Plat No. 77-107, Palmer Recording District, which is the true point of beginning of this description,
>
> thence northerly to the southeast corner of Lot 6, ... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.819824 | 1.661133 | -1.291016 | -1.404297 |
### 1.20.010 General penalty. | A. *Penalty.* Unless another penalty is specifically provided by this code for the violation of any particular provision, any person who violates any of the provisions or fails to comply with any of the mandatory requirements of this code, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $300.00 and no less t... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 1.370117 | 0.501465 | -0.206055 | 1.364258 |
### 1.20.020 Penalty surcharge authorization and collection. | The surcharge required to be imposed pursuant to AS 12.55.039 is authorized and shall be imposed as a surcharge on penalties imposed for the violation of a code provision, or regulation of the city brought under citation or criminal complaint that would require a proceeding in the Alaska court system if the defendant w... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.215454 | 0.690918 | -0.322754 | 0.305664 |
### 1.20.030 Disposition of scheduled offenses – Fine schedule. | A. A person and/or entity cited for an offense for which a fine is established in subsection (C) of this section may mail or personally deliver to the clerk of court the amount of the fine indicated on the citation for the offense plus any surcharge required to be imposed by AS 29.25.074, together with a copy of the ci... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 1.19043 | 1.077148 | -0.343262 | 0.631348 |
## 2.01.010 Definitions. | The following words or phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings set forth in this section:
“Applicant” means any person that is applying for an official action by any official, employee, or body of the city including but not limited to:
1. Any person authorized to act for the applicant;
2. If the ... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.561035 | 1.242188 | -0.320068 | -0.649414 |
### 2.01.020 Scope and short title. | A. This chapter shall be known as the code of ethics.
B. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, this chapter applies to the conduct of city officials. The conduct of city employees, including but not limited to prohibitions against harassment and discrimination, conflicts of interest, and misuse of city propert... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.335449 | -0.182373 | 0.124146 | -0.068359 |
### 2.01.030 Statement of purpose. | A. The city expects all city officials to serve the public with equality, honesty, and transparency, and to take actions that the official believes best serve the public and city. The public has a right to conscientious, loyal, faithful, and unbiased service by its officials, performed free of deceit, undue influence, ... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.65332 | 0.078979 | 0.633301 | 1.068359 |
## 2.01.040 Conflict of interest – Council members and the mayor. | A. Except as otherwise provided in this section, no council member or the mayor shall participate in a matter in which that person has a substantial financial interest. Participation in a matter includes voting, debating or discussing that matter with council members or any person authorized to act on the matter.
B. A... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.335449 | 0.807617 | 0.160889 | 0.0802 |
### 2.01.050 Conflict of interest – Board and commission members. | A. Except as otherwise provided in this section, a city board or commission member may not participate in a matter in which the member has a substantial financial interest. Participation in a matter includes voting, debating or discussing a matter with members of the body or any person authorized to take official actio... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.419189 | 0.22644 | 0.180664 | 0.018295 |
## 2.01.060 Prohibited acts. | A. **False Statements.** City officials shall not knowingly make false statements to influence official action.
B. **Inappropriate Use of Title or Authority.** No city official shall use the implied authority of office or position for the purposes of unduly influencing the decisions of others, or promoting a personal ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.150391 | 0.08844 | 0.449951 | 0.759277 |
### 2.01.070 Employment of city officials. | A. During the term for which elected or appointed, and for one year after leaving office, city council members and the mayor shall not be eligible for city employment, except with the approval of city council.
B. A board or commission member must resign from the board or commission before commencing city employment.
... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.391602 | -1.224609 | 0.611816 | -0.522461 |
### 2.01.080 Partiality in quasi-judicial matters. | A. A city official who has partiality concerning a quasi-judicial matter shall not advise on the matter, adjudicate the matter or serve as a member of a body adjudicating the matter.
B. A member of a quasi-judicial body who has or may have partiality concerning a matter before that body shall disclose to it and the pa... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.035156 | 0.240234 | -0.742188 | -0.528809 |
### 2.01.090 Financial disclosure. | A. Under AS 39.50, municipal officers of the city shall file a statement giving income sources and business interests.
B. Candidates for elected city office shall comply with AS 39.50, which requires a candidate for public office to file a disclosure statement of financial and business interests at the time of filing ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.238281 | 0.16333 | -0.274414 | -0.852539 |
## 2.01.100 Ethics of contracting and purchasing. | A. All city purchases and contracts shall be made solely for the public benefit of the city.
B. A city official who has a financial interest in any bid or proposal for a city contract shall disclose that interest by filing a written notice of it with the purchasing officer not less than 10 business days before submiss... | true | Rules | Business | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.703125 | -0.456787 | -0.08606 | 0.42041 |
## 2.01.110 Electronic facilities agreement. | A. City officials shall enter into an electronic facilities agreement with the city upon election or appointment.
B. The city official electronic facilities agreement and any changes to that agreement shall be approved by city council by resolution.
C. Violation of the terms of the agreement shall constitute a violat... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.650879 | -0.67334 | -0.188599 | -0.238525 |
### 2.01.120 Protection of public interest. | This code of ethics shall be liberally construed in favor of protecting the public’s interest in full disclosure of conflicts of interest and promoting high standards of ethical conduct for city government. However, the code shall be narrowly construed where it would limit or hinder a city official’s right and duty to ... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.004883 | -0.279541 | 0.150757 | -0.113647 |
### 2.01.130 Ethics training. | The city shall provide training to all persons covered by this code of ethics who shall sign an acknowledgement that they have received the training and understand the code of ethics. (Ord. 22-13(AM) § 2, 2022) | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.995605 | -1.463867 | -0.283691 | -0.890137 |
### 2.01.140 Advisory opinions. | A. A city official may request a written opinion from the city attorney regarding the application of the code of ethics to action or conduct by that official. Requests must be submitted to the city clerk in writing and should contain a clear statement of the city official’s questions and the underlying facts. The reque... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.45459 | -0.145264 | -0.330566 | -0.470947 |
### 2.01.150 Violation and penalty. | Any official who violates any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a violation subject to punishment pursuant to WMC Chapter 2.02, Ethics Complaints. A violation of the code of ethics constitutes misconduct. (Ord. 22-13(AM) § 2, 2022) | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.453613 | -0.487549 | -0.507324 | 0.168457 |
### 2.01.160 Application of state statutes. | Nothing in this chapter is intended to curtail, modify, or otherwise circumvent the application of the Alaska Statutes to any conduct involving bribery or other offenses against public administration. (Ord. 22-13(AM) § 2, 2022) | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.860352 | -0.470459 | -1.072266 | -0.309326 |
### 2.02.010 Filing an ethics complaint. | A. Any person who believes that a violation of any portion of the code of ethics in WMC Chapter 2.01 has occurred may file a written complaint of potential violation with the city clerk’s office.
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026.
B. All written complaints of potentia... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.394531 | -0.434326 | -0.269775 | -0.065613 |
## 2.02.020 Preliminary sufficiency review. | A. Each written complaint of a violation of the code of ethics received by the city clerk’s office shall be assigned an identification number, which shall be used in lieu of names when referring to the complaint to maintain confidentiality. The city clerk, city attorney, and the hearing officer shall keep all written c... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.060425 | 1.370117 | -0.086365 | 0.216064 |
## 2.02.030 Consideration of sufficient complaints. | A. The city clerk shall appoint a hearing officer to decide and investigate all sufficiently filed complaints under WMC 2.02.020. Except as provided in WMC 2.02.020, the hearing officer shall have sole jurisdiction to decide the merits of a complaint filed under this chapter.
B. A hearing officer designated by the cit... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.384277 | 0.623535 | -0.780762 | -0.890137 |
## 2.02.040 Function and authority. | A. A hearing officer appointed under this chapter has authority to perform the following functions:
1. Investigate reported violations of the code of ethics.
2. Hear and decide written complaints of violations of the code of ethics.
3. Hear and decide on requests for exceptions as specified in the code of ethics.
4... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 1.450195 | 0.107056 | -0.024017 | 0.519043 |
## 2.02.050 Disclosure of complaint prohibited. | A. Except as otherwise provided in this section or required by law, a person filing a complaint of potential violation under the code of ethics and this chapter shall keep confidential the fact that the
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026.
person has filed the complaint... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.77002 | 0.513672 | 0.567871 | 0.814453 |
## 2.02.060 Deliberations and final decision. | A. Deliberations of the hearing officer shall be conducted in a confidential hearing, which may be attended by the person who filed the complaint, the person that is the subject of the complaint, and other necessary parties and witnesses identified by the hearing officer.
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through ... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.461914 | 0.44873 | -0.406006 | -0.018875 |
## 2.02.070 Sanctions, civil penalties, and remedies. | A. Upon conviction for any violation of the code of ethics in WMC Chapter 2.01, the hearing officer may impose as a sanction, penalty, or remedy any or all of the following, as appropriate to the seriousness of the violation:
1. A public or private reprimand may be given to the city official.
2. The city official may... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 1.03125 | 0.361816 | 0.579102 | 1.219727 |
### 2.02.080 Conflict of interest – Hearing officer. | A hearing officer shall disclose any conflict of interest or ex parte communications with the person filing a complaint, the person that is the subject of the complaint or any witnesses to it before conducting an investigation or holding a hearing under this chapter. The person filing the complaint or a person respondi... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.399658 | -0.275391 | -0.083801 | -0.204834 |
### 2.02.090 Duty of cooperation. | A city official subject to a complaint shall work cooperatively with the city clerk to establish a hearing date and shall appear at the place and time set for the hearing, regardless of that city official’s intentions concerning defense or exercise of other rights. Failure to appear, except when failure results from a ... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.197144 | -0.027161 | 0.816406 | 1.012695 |
### 2.02.100 Settlement of complaints. | A. The city official subject to a complaint may propose a resolution of the complaint once the complaint has been found sufficient. A proposed resolution and settlement will include the admitted violation of the code of ethics in WMC Chapter 2.01; the remedial actions agreed to by the accused city official subject to t... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | 0.143555 | 0.36084 | -0.248413 | -0.113159 |
### 2.02.110 Record of proceedings and public record. | Permanent records shall be kept of the hearing. Every decision issued by the hearing officer shall immediately be filed in the office of the city clerk, and shall be a public record open to inspection by any person except as expressly required to be held confidential by law. Except as required under this chapter or by ... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.986816 | -0.730469 | -0.695313 | -0.885742 |
### 2.02.120 Limitation period. | Notwithstanding any other section of this chapter or the code of ethics, a complaint must be filed within two years of the date of the alleged violation. (Ord. 22-13(AM) § 3, 2022)
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026. | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.741211 | -1.132813 | 0.023132 | -0.754883 |
### 2.04.010 Composition. | The city council shall consist of six members. Council members shall file for and be elected at large to seats designated A, B, C, D, E and F. (Prior code § 2.04.010) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.443359 | -2.105469 | -1.172852 | -1.663086 |
### 2.04.020 Qualification of council members. | A. A person is eligible to be a council member if the person:
1. Is registered and in all other respects qualified to vote in city elections as provided in WMC 4.08.010; and
2. Has been a resident of the city or of territory annexed to the city for one year immediately prior to the election or appointment to fill a v... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.128906 | -0.365723 | -0.061707 | -0.90625 |
## 2.04.030 Terms. | A council member’s term shall be three years. A qualified candidate succeeds to the candidate’s elected office at the next regular council meeting following the certification of election and upon taking an oath of office. No person shall serve on the council for more than two consecutive, full terms without a break in ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.313477 | -1.432617 | 0.196411 | -1.055664 |
## 2.04.035 Compensation and reimbursement. | A. Council members shall be compensated as follows:
1. Meetings. Two hundred sixty dollars for each council meeting attended.
B. A council member may elect to purchase individual and related insurance coverage at their own expense. (Ord. 24-26(AM) § 2, 2024; Ord. 18-14 § 2, 2018; Ord. 10-25(AM) § 2, 2010; Ord. 06-22 ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.123047 | -1.227539 | -0.626953 | -1.178711 |
## 2.04.040 Vacancy on the council. | A. The council shall, by two-thirds concurring vote, declare a council seat vacant only when the incumbent:
1. Fails to qualify or take office within 30 calendar days after election or appointment;
2. Unless excused by the council, is physically absent from the city for 90 consecutive calendar days;
3. Resigns and t... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.940918 | 0.411377 | -0.367432 | 0.094604 |
## 2.04.060 Meetings. | A. Regular meetings of the council shall be held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the council chambers, unless otherwise designated by the council. The council may cancel a regular meeting, however, if no quorum exists. In an emergency, the mayor may cancel a regular meeting. No ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.881348 | -0.697754 | -0.748535 | -0.094971 |
## 2.04.070 Public meetings. | A. All meetings and work sessions of the council, except for executive sessions, are open to the public and shall be electronically recorded.
B. At least 24-hour advance public notice, setting out the date, time, place and agenda or issue of the meeting shall be given for all regular and special meetings and work sess... | true | Rules | Nuisance | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.0625 | -0.546387 | -0.561035 | -0.523438 |
## 2.04.080 Executive session. | A. If subjects excepted from public meetings are to be discussed, the meeting shall first be convened as a public meeting and the question of holding an executive session to discuss matters that come within the exceptions of subsection (B) of this section shall be determined by an affirmative vote of the council. Subje... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.213867 | 0.540039 | -0.597168 | -0.394775 |
### 2.04.090 Parliamentary authority. | All meetings shall be conducted in accordance with the current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised, which shall be used as an advisory guide and kept by the city clerk, or other rules the council may adopt. (Prior code § 2.08.030) | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.572266 | -0.566895 | -1.087891 | -1.629883 |
### 2.04.100 Quorum. | Four council members shall constitute a quorum of the council, but a smaller number may adjourn from time to time and may compel the attendance of absent members in the manner and subject to the penalties prescribed by the rules of the council. (Prior code § 2.08.035) | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.46582 | -1.3125 | -1.09375 | -1.423828 |
### 2.04.110 Agenda. | A. The clerk shall prepare the agenda for each meeting after consultation with the mayor. The agenda shall include any proposed ordinance, resolution, action memorandum or information memorandum in which the mayor or one council member wishes to bring forward. A discussion item, to include an agency report, shall be pl... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.212891 | -0.116882 | -1.070313 | -1.052734 |
### 2.04.120 Persons to be heard. | A. A person wishing to speak before the council under the agenda item “persons to be heard” shall file an appearance request with the clerk specifying the topic on which the person intends to speak. The clerk shall place the appearance request on the next available regular meeting agenda.
B. The clerk shall not accept... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.904785 | -0.411377 | -0.646973 | -1.101563 |
### 2.04.130 Council voting. | A. Four affirmative votes shall be required to carry any measure before the council unless a greater number is required by ordinance. Any lesser number, even though it constitutes a majority of the members present, shall not carry and the measure shall be defeated.
B. All council members, unless lawfully excused, shal... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.131836 | -1.558594 | -0.51123 | -0.764648 |
### 2.04.140 Council appointees. | The council shall appoint the clerk and attorney. The appointees shall serve at the pleasure of the council. (Prior code § 2.04.080)
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026. | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.678711 | -1.305664 | -1.138672 | -1.478516 |
### 2.08.010 Acts required to be by ordinance. | A. Those acts of the council shall be by ordinance which:
1. Establish, alter or abolish any city department;
2. Fix the compensation of the members of the council;
3. Provide for a fine or other penalty, or establish a rule or regulation for violation of which a fine or other penalty is imposed;
4. Levy taxes;
5.... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.449219 | 0.594727 | -0.741211 | -0.285645 |
## 2.08.020 Ordinance enactment procedure. | A. The following procedure shall govern the enactment of all ordinances, except emergency ordinances:
1. **Introduction.** An ordinance may be introduced by the mayor or a member or committee of the council, at any regular or special meeting. An ordinance shall be set for public hearing by the affirmative vote of a ma... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.152344 | -0.229248 | -1.175781 | -0.916016 |
## 2.08.040 Non-code ordinances. | A. Ordinances of less than general and permanent nature, and not intended to become a part of the code, shall conform to the requirements of WMC 2.08.030(A) excluding provisions of code ordinances.
B. Section one of the ordinance shall classify the contents as non-code. Subsequent sections shall contain the appropriat... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.332031 | 0.692383 | -0.98584 | -1.313477 |
## 2.08.050 Emergency ordinances. | A. To meet a public emergency the council may adopt emergency ordinances that become effective upon the same date as introduction. Every emergency ordinance must contain a finding by the council that an emergency exists and a statement of the facts upon which the finding is based. The ordinance may be adopted, amended ... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.655273 | -0.33252 | -0.755859 | 1.092773 |
## 2.08.060 Codes of technical regulations. | A. The council may adopt any standard published code of technical regulations in a single ordinance which shall be governed, except as otherwise provided in this section, by the procedure and requirements prescribed for ordinances generally. Upon introduction of the ordinance, the council shall make available at least ... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.036133 | 0.80127 | -1.066406 | -1.101563 |
## 2.08.070 Resolution form and procedure. | A. The form of resolution shall include:
1. Heading. “City of Wasilla”;
2. The space for the serial number to be assigned “Resolution Serial No.”;
3. A short and concise title descriptive of its subject and purpose;
4. Short premises or whereas clauses descriptive of the reasons for the resolution, if necessary;
5... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.084961 | -0.175049 | -1.003906 | -0.893066 |
## 2.08.075 Forms of action by council.* | A. Subject to provisions of state law or this code that require council action to be taken in a particular form:
1. The mayor may propose council action by ordinance, resolution, action memorandum, or motion; and
2. The council may take action in the form of an ordinance, resolution, action memorandum, or motion. (IM... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.388672 | -0.521484 | -1.200195 | -1.300781 |
## 2.08.080 Codification. | A. Each ordinance shall be codified after it is adopted, by being assigned a serial number or other permanent identifying number, together with the date of adoption and the designation of the adopting authority, and entered by the clerk into an indexed system maintained to organize and record the ordinances.
B. The cl... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.911133 | -0.510742 | -0.902344 | -0.852051 |
## 2.08.090 Revisor of ordinances. | A. The clerk, with advice and assistance of the attorney, is the revisor of ordinances and shall revise for consolidation into the city code all ordinance of a general and permanent nature.
B. The revisor shall edit and revise the ordinances for consolidation, without changing the meaning of any ordinance, in the foll... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.96875 | 0.987793 | -0.983887 | -0.910645 |
### 2.16.010 Department established. | There is established the department of administration. The executive power and administrative duties are vested in the mayor. (Prior code § 2.16.005) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.688477 | -1.442383 | -1.119141 | -1.420898 |
### 2.16.020 Power and duties of mayor. | **A.** The mayor is the chief administrator of the city, has the same powers and duties as those of a manager under AS 29.20.500, and shall:
1. Preside at council meetings. The mayor may take part in the discussion of matters before the council, but may not vote, except that the mayor may vote in the case of a tie;
2... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.900391 | -0.218506 | -0.698242 | -0.59668 |
## 2.16.030 Qualification of mayor. | A. A person is eligible to hold the office of mayor if the person:
1. Is registered and in all other respects qualified to vote in city elections as provided in WMC 4.08.010; and
2. Has been a resident of the city or of territory annexed to the city for two years immediately prior to the election.
B. The mayor may n... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.105469 | -0.594727 | -0.174683 | -0.898438 |
## 2.16.040 Election and term of office of mayor. | The mayor shall be elected at-large for a term of three years. The qualified candidate succeeds to the office of mayor on the first Monday following the certification of the election and upon taking an oath of office. No person may serve as mayor for more than two consecutive, full terms without a break in service of a... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.197266 | -1.923828 | -0.116089 | -0.940918 |
## 2.16.050 Vacancy in the office of mayor. | A. A vacancy in the office of mayor occurring within six months prior to a regular election shall be filled by appointment by the council. The person appointed shall serve until the next regular election and until a successor is elected to serve the balance of the term. If a council member is appointed, the council mem... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.794922 | -0.258301 | 0.262451 | 0.077332 |
## 2.16.060 Temporary absence or disability. | The mayor shall designate a council member as deputy mayor to preside at council meetings during the mayor’s temporary absence or disability. The mayor, subject to council approval, shall designate a city employee, or series of city employees in order of succession, to perform the executive and administrative functions... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.282227 | -1.345703 | -0.065002 | -0.599121 |
## 2.16.070 Salary of mayor. | A. The council shall determine the appropriate salary for the mayor. The council may base the wage on prevailing wages in similar sized Alaskan municipalities. A newly elected mayor shall begin at Step 26A on the salary grade and step matrix. A mayor who is elected to a second term of office will not be subject to a ne... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.977051 | -0.144043 | -0.465576 | -1.074219 |
## 2.16.075 Benefits of mayor. | A. The mayor shall receive employee benefits as provided to all permanent employees of the city, except for the benefit of personal time off, which is covered in subsection (B) of this section.
B. The accrual of personal time off for the office of mayor shall not begin to accrue until the first day of the first full m... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.256836 | -0.500488 | 0.835449 | -0.900391 |
## 2.16.080 Veto by mayor. | The mayor may veto an ordinance, resolution, motion, or other action of the council and may strike or reduce appropriation items. A veto must be exercised before the next regular council meeting and must be accompanied by written explanation of the reasons for the veto. A veto may by overridden by a vote of two-thirds ... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.708984 | -1.25 | -0.756348 | -0.355225 |
## 2.20.010 City clerk’s office established. | There is established the office of city clerk. The city clerk’s office shall function as any city department in matters of following personnel rules, purchasing, administrative and council policies and regulations unless otherwise specified in this chapter. Annual budgets will be prepared and submitted to the city coun... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.674805 | -0.539551 | -1.149414 | -1.299805 |
## 2.20.020 Appointment. | A. The city clerk shall be appointed by the council and serve at the pleasure of the council.
B. The deputy city clerk shall be appointed by the city clerk and confirmed by the city council. The deputy clerk shall be a classified position. (Ord. 01-02 § 2, 2001; prior code § 2.28.010) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.34375 | -1.629883 | -1.126953 | -1.421875 |
## 2.20.030 Mission, powers and duties. | A. The mission of the clerk’s office is to serve as liaison between the public, administration, and the council. The city clerk shall:
1. Attend meetings of the city council as required and keep the minutes;
2. Have custody of the official city seal;
3. Assure that notice and other requirements for city council and ... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.15625 | 0.007668 | -0.616699 | -0.719238 |
## 2.20.050 Deputy clerk. | A. In the temporary absence of the city clerk, the deputy city clerk is authorized to act on behalf of the city clerk, with all the powers and obligations of the city clerk. The deputy city clerk shall be duly qualified.
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026.
B. The deput... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.462891 | -0.674316 | -1.160156 | -1.288086 |
### 2.24.010 Appointment. | The city attorney shall be appointed by the council, and shall serve at its pleasure. (Prior code § 2.32.010) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.606445 | -2.283203 | -0.856445 | -1.476563 |
### 2.24.020 Duties. | A. The city attorney shall assist and advise the city government in legal matters. The city attorney shall represent the city in all civil litigation and criminal prosecution except:
1. Where a separate legal counsel is required because of insurance defense requirements, conflict of interest, or other reason as determ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.225586 | -0.688965 | -0.884277 | -0.881348 |
### 2.28.010 Department established. | There is established, in accordance with AS 29, the finance department. Executive and administrative duties are vested in the finance director. (Prior code § 2.29.005) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.696289 | -0.856445 | -1.167969 | -1.558594 |
### 2.28.020 Appointment. | The finance director shall be appointed by the mayor and serve at the pleasure of the mayor. (Ord. 01-02 § 3, 2001; prior code § 2.29.010) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.520508 | -1.871094 | -0.866211 | -1.40625 |
### 2.28.030 Duties. | A. The finance director shall:
1. Be custodian of all city funds. He or she shall keep an itemized account of money received and disbursed. He or she shall pay money on vouchers drawn against appropriations;
2. Be bonded in a sum which the council directs;
3. Be responsible for all matters pertaining to the maintena... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.048828 | 0.367432 | -0.88623 | -0.724609 |
### 2.32.010 Department established. | There is established, in accordance with AS 29, the police department. Executive and administrative duties are vested in the police chief. (Prior code § 2.40.010)
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026. | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.439453 | -0.716309 | -0.98584 | -1.296875 |
### 2.32.020 Appointment. | The police chief shall be appointed by the mayor and serve at the pleasure of the mayor. (Ord. 01-02 § 4, 2001; prior code § 2.40.020) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.543945 | -1.981445 | -0.724609 | -1.328125 |
### 2.32.030 Duties. | The duties of the chief shall be to develop for council adoption the necessary ordinances and budget to govern and operate the police department and to assemble the personnel, facilities, equipment and supplies necessary to field a police force. The chief shall rely on the Draft Wasilla Police Department Conceptual Des... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.478516 | -0.269043 | -0.603027 | -0.614746 |
### 2.32.040 Mission. | The police department shall be responsible for the preservation of public peace and order, the prevention and detection of crime and apprehension of offenders of the law, the protection of persons and property, the enforcement of the law, and other duties for the general public welfare as may from time to time be assig... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -0.790039 | -0.92041 | -0.884766 | 0.731445 |
### 2.36.010 Department established. | There is established, in accordance with AS 29, the public works department. Executive and administrative duties are vested in the public works director. (Prior code § 2.48.005)
The Wasilla Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-06, passed March 23, 2026. | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.637695 | -0.58252 | -1.174805 | -1.526367 |
### 2.36.020 Appointment. | The public works director shall be appointed by the mayor and serve at the pleasure of the mayor. (Ord. 01-02 § 5, 2001; prior code § 2.48.010) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.688477 | -1.97168 | -1.011719 | -1.405273 |
### 2.36.030 Duties. | A. The duties of the public works department shall include supervision and responsibility of:
1. The city water utility;
2. The city sewer utility;
3. Road maintenance;
4. Utility permits;
5. Driveway permits;
6. Street numbering;
7. Maintenance, custodial services, repair, minor construction renovation and upkeep of ... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.121094 | -0.749023 | -0.900391 | -1.046875 |
### 2.40.030 Appointment. | The director of the department of recreation services shall be appointed by the mayor and serve at the pleasure of the mayor in accordance with the Wasilla Personnel Code. (Ord. 16-32 § 2, 2016; prior code § 2.58.015) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.801758 | -1.238281 | -1.020508 | -1.351563 |
### 2.40.040 Mission. | A. The department mission is:
1. To enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors by providing recreational activities and programs;
2. To operate and maintain the Curtis D. Menard Memorial Sports Center (Menard Center);
3. To develop annual budgets for the Menard Center and for recreational activities and ... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.561523 | -1.385742 | -0.727051 | -0.983398 |
### 2.40.050 Department/division advisory committees. | The city of Wasilla parks and recreation commission will act in an advisory capacity to the mayor and Wasilla city council, and thereby the department director as outlined in WMC Chapter 2.64. (Ord. 16-32 § 2, 2016; prior code § 2.58.025) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.732422 | -0.337402 | -1.272461 | -1.366211 |
### 2.40.060 Authorization. | The city shall assume all powers not specifically prohibited by state and borough statutes, relative to parks and recreation. (Ord. 16-32 § 2, 2016; prior code § 2.58.030) | false | Process | null | cities | ak | wasilla | null | -1.068359 | -0.759277 | -1.202148 | -1.348633 |
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