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## 1.20.010 Penalties. | A. A person who violates a provision of this code is guilty of a *misdemeanor* or a *violation*. Unless otherwise specified, *violations* shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $1,000. Unless otherwise specified, *misdemeanors* shall be punished by a fine or imprisonment for not more than 90 days or both.
B. All of... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 1.401367 | 1.24707 | -0.222168 | 1.574219 |
## 1.20.020 Penalty surcharge. | In addition to any fine or other penalty prescribed by law, a person convicted of a *misdemeanor* or *violation* of code shall pay the surcharge required under AS 12.55.039 and 29.25.074. All such surcharges collected shall be remitted to the state of Alaska as required by AS 29.25.074. (Ord. 2019-16 § 3, 2019; Ord. 98... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.840332 | -0.260498 | -0.264648 | -0.17627 |
## 1.20.030 Legal accountability based upon the conduct of another – Complicity. | A person is legally accountable for the conduct of another constituting an *offense* if:
A. The person is made legally accountable by a provision of law defining the *offense*;
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
B. With intent to promote or facilitate ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.128174 | 0.38916 | -0.152466 | 0.480713 |
## 1.20.040 Exemptions to legal accountability for conduct of another. | A. In a prosecution for an offense or in a civil action, in which legal accountability is based on the conduct of another person:
1. It is an affirmative defense that the defendant, under circumstances manifesting a voluntary and complete renunciation of intent:
a. Terminated the defendant’s complicity before the ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.268799 | 0.64502 | 0.149292 | 0.535156 |
## 1.20.050 Code Enforcement Officer designation. | The Mayor may designate in writing up to three total persons who shall be authorized to enforce this code as Code Enforcement Officers; however, Code Enforcement Officers listed in subsections (A) through (C) of this section are excluded from this total. Any officer so designated to enforce some or all provisions of th... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.757813 | 1.166016 | -0.98291 | -0.370605 |
## 1.20.060 Training requirements. | Citations authorized by this chapter shall be issued in accordance with a training manual approved by the Mayor. No citation shall be issued by a Code Enforcement Officer until that officer has been trained as to the requirements of this chapter and the training manual. (Ord. 2005-39 § 6, 2005. 2004 Code § 1.04.070.) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.497803 | -0.819824 | -0.140991 | -0.87793 |
## 1.20.070 Minor offense fine schedule. | A. The purpose of this section is to provide a standardized fine schedule for certain violations of the Borough code for use in accordance with the Alaska Rules of Minor Offense Procedure.
B. Any person violating any provision of this section or regulations issued hereunder is guilty of a violation and shall be punish... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 1.374023 | 1.15332 | 0.247437 | 0.90918 |
### 2.04.010 Power generally. | The executive and administrative power of the Borough is vested in the Borough Mayor. (Ord. 84-104 § 2, 1984. 2004 Code § 2.04.010.) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.773438 | -1.458984 | -1.412109 | -1.538086 |
### 2.04.020 Removal from office. | The Borough Assembly, with the concurrence of two-thirds of its members, may remove the Borough Mayor from office for a conviction of a violation of AS 15.13 or a felony or misdemeanor described in AS 15.56 as a corrupt practice. The Assembly shall consider a conviction of the Borough Mayor as a violation of AS 15.13 o... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.720703 | -0.218384 | -0.164063 | 0.876953 |
### 2.04.030 Powers and duties of Borough Mayor. | The Borough Mayor, as the chief administrative officer of the Borough, is responsible for the proper administration of all Borough affairs. The Borough Mayor shall:
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
A. Appoint Borough employees except as otherwise prov... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.329102 | -0.063599 | -0.803223 | -0.691895 |
## 2.04.040 Executive absence. | The Borough Mayor, subject to Assembly approval, shall designate a person to act as Mayor during the Mayor’s temporary absence or disability. (Ord. 84-104 § 2, 1984. 2004 Code § 2.04.050.) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.538086 | -1.731445 | -0.543945 | -1.104492 |
## 2.04.050 Assembly participation. | The Borough Mayor may take part in the discussion of all matters before the Assembly, but may not vote. (Ord. 84-104 § 2, 1984. 2004 Code § 2.04.060.)
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026. | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.645508 | -1.27832 | -1.104492 | -1.423828 |
## 2.04.060 Veto. | A. Except as provided in subsection (C) of this section, the Mayor may veto an ordinance, resolution, final motion, or other final action of the Assembly and may strike or reduce appropriation items to delete or decrease, respectively, the amount of an appropriation.
B. A veto must be exercised before the next regular... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.842285 | -0.261719 | -0.968262 | -0.214844 |
## 2.04.070 Vacancy. | A vacancy in the Office of the Borough Mayor occurring within six months prior to a regular election shall be filled by the Assembly. The person designated shall serve until the next regular election and until a successor is elected and has qualified. If an Assemblymember is chosen, they shall resign their Assembly sea... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.255859 | -1.367188 | -0.868164 | -0.78418 |
## 2.04.080 Salary. | The Assembly shall from time to time fix by ordinance the salary of the Borough Mayor. The salary of the Borough Mayor may not be reduced during their term of office. The Mayor may not receive any other compensation for services to the Borough. Per diem payments or reimbursements for expenses are not compensation under... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.451172 | -1.65918 | -0.375244 | -1.253906 |
## 2.04.090 Notification of non-routine litigation. | The Borough Mayor shall notify the Assembly within 10 days of filing any non-routine civil or administrative action, or an answer or reply thereto. For purposes of this section “non-routine” does not include minor offenses, collections, subrogation claims, estate claims, bankruptcy claims, foreclosure, small-claims, cr... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.611816 | 0.879395 | -0.695801 | -0.064819 |
### 2.08.010 Definitions. | As used in this chapter:
“Direct public service department” means a department whose principal function is to provide services directly to and used by the general public;
“Governance department” means a department whose principal function is to perform legislative or executive functions;
“Principal” means 75 percent... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.363281 | -0.609375 | -1.275391 | -1.414063 |
### 2.12.010 Duties. | A. The Borough Attorney is the legal advisor of the Mayor, the Assembly, the School Board, and the other officers of the Borough. They represent the Borough as attorney in all civil and criminal proceedings except where the Assembly or the School Board, in their judgment, may deem independent counsel is needed.
B. The... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.291992 | -0.284424 | -0.462402 | -0.665527 |
### 2.12.020 Vacancy. | A. The Mayor shall provide written notice within 14 days of the vacancy, whether by removal for cause, resignation or other causes, of the Borough Attorney, to the Assembly and set forth criteria for filling the position, with Assembly approval.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-3... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.308594 | -0.804688 | -0.646973 | -0.757324 |
### 2.16.010 Definitions. | In this chapter the following definitions apply:
“Disaster” means the occurrence or imminent threat of widespread or severe damage, injury, loss of life or property, or shortage of food, water, or fuel resulting from:
A. An incident such as storm, high water, wind-driven water, tidal wave, tsunami, earthquake, volcan... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.850098 | 1.652344 | 0.185913 | 1.946289 |
## 2.16.020 Intent and purpose. | A. It is the intent and purpose of this chapter to provide for the efficient utilization of the Borough’s personnel, facilities and equipment in the event of natural or human-caused disasters and to provide for the coordination of disaster and emergency management functions of the Borough with other public agencies and... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.405273 | -0.104858 | -0.856934 | 1.044922 |
## 2.16.030 Succession to Office of Mayor. | If the Mayor is absent, or unable to perform the duties of the Office of Mayor, the succession to the Office of Mayor shall be determined in accordance with FNSBC 2.04.040. (Ord. 2012-35 § 2, 2012; Ord. 86-017 § 22, 1986. 2004 Code § 2.28.031.) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.522461 | -0.641602 | -0.962891 | -1.34668 |
## 2.16.040 The Mayor and disasters. | A. The Mayor is responsible for responding to the dangers presented by disasters to the Borough and its people.
B. A proclamation issued under this chapter shall be disseminated promptly by means calculated to bring its contents to the attention of the general public.
C. A condition of disaster emergency shall be dec... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.54248 | 0.872559 | 0.304199 | 2.595703 |
## 2.16.050 Department of Emergency Operations. | A. The Department of Emergency Operations shall possess the powers and duties set out in FNSBC 2.16.060, shall serve as the Borough’s applicant agent for FEMA disaster assistance following a state or federal disaster and such other powers and duties as may be granted by law.
B. The Director of Emergency Operations sha... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.979004 | 0.074036 | -0.664551 | 1.369141 |
## 2.16.060 Duties of the Department of Emergency Operations. | A. The director shall be responsible to the Mayor with regard to all phases of emergency management in the Borough. Under the supervision of the Mayor, the director shall maintain liaison with the state and federal authorities and the authorities of other nearby political subdivisions so as to ensure the most effective... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.038483 | 0.797363 | 0.057739 | 1.857422 |
## 2.16.070 Financing. | A. It is the intent of the Assembly and the administration, and declared to be the policy of the Borough, that funds to meet disaster emergencies will always be available.
B. Whenever and to the extent that money is needed to cope with a disaster, the first recourse shall be to funds regularly appropriated for that pu... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.579102 | -0.905273 | -0.943848 | 0.683105 |
## 2.16.080 No governmental or private liability. | A. This chapter is an exercise by the Borough of its governmental functions for the protection of the public peace, health and safety, and neither the Borough nor agents and representatives of the Borough, or any individual, receiver, firm, partnership, corporation, association or trustee, or any of the agents thereof,... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.319336 | 0.352539 | -0.423584 | 1.500977 |
### 2.16.090 Disaster mitigation. | In addition to the *disaster mitigation* measures as *included* in the Borough and local disaster plans, the Mayor shall consider, on a continuing basis, steps that could be taken to prevent or reduce the harmful consequences of disasters. The Mayor shall make recommendations to the Assembly that facilitate measures fo... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.628906 | -0.389404 | -0.535156 | 0.956543 |
### 2.16.100 Limitations. | Nothing in this chapter:
A. Interferes with or allows interference with the course or conduct of a labor dispute, except that actions otherwise authorized by this chapter or other laws may be taken when necessary to forestall or mitigate imminent or existing danger to public health or safety;
B. Interferes with or al... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.194214 | 0.108765 | -0.482422 | 1.151367 |
### 2.16.110 Administration. | This chapter shall be administered by the Director of Emergency Operations, which is responsible to and which may receive delegations of authority from the Mayor. (Ord. 2012-35 § 2, 2012; amended during 2004 republication; Ord. 80-5 § 2, 1980. 2004 Code § 2.28.141.) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.376953 | -0.95752 | -1.300781 | -0.714355 |
### 2.16.120 Disaster emergencies. | In the event of a *disaster emergency* in the area outside of the cities of Fairbanks and North Pole, the Mayor or their designee shall have the authority to direct those actions and the response of any public or contracted resource of the Borough to mitigate the actual or potential effects of such emergency. (Ord. 201... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.452637 | -0.275879 | -0.76416 | 1.495117 |
### 2.16.130 National Incident Management System. | A. **Use of National Incident Management System.** The use of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) is mandated for the management of all emergency incidents within the Fairbanks North Star Borough.
B. **Definition.** “National Incident Management System (NIMS)” is a system and set of procedures mandated in P... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.747559 | 0.033142 | -0.594727 | 0.523438 |
### 2.16.140 Interference with disaster relief personnel – Penalty. | It is a *violation* punishable by a fine as set forth at Chapter 1.20 FNSBC for any person during a disaster emergency to do the following:
A. Willfully to obstruct, hinder or delay any member of the emergency management organization in the enforcement of any lawful rule or regulation issued pursuant to this title, or... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 1.548828 | 0.219727 | 0.280762 | 2.5 |
### 2.16.150 Public meetings during a disaster. | Notwithstanding anything in the Fairbanks North Star Borough Code of Ordinances to the contrary, the Presiding Officer or the Mayor, as appropriate, shall have the authority to modify and/or waive code provisions or rules of procedure governing public meetings, including pertaining to scheduling, public participation a... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.16626 | 0.783203 | -0.194702 | 1.374023 |
### 2.20.010 Risk Management Division established – Administrator. | There is in the Department of Human Resources the Division of Risk Management. The Division of Risk Management shall be administered by the Risk Manager. (Ord. 2002-10 § 2, 2002; Ord. 86-017 § 4, 1986; Ord. 78-32 § 2, 1978. 2004 Code § 2.05.010.) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.755859 | -1.076172 | -0.901855 | -1.148438 |
### 2.20.020 Objectives. | The Borough’s policy with respect to the management of all risk of accidental loss shall have as its objectives:
A. The protection of the Borough against the financial consequences of accidental loss which are catastrophic in nature;
B. The preservation of Borough assets and public service capabilities from loss, des... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.050781 | -0.093994 | 0.288086 | 1.142578 |
### 2.20.030 Risk management – Authority and duties. | A. The Risk Management Committee shall have authority, responsibility and duties for:
1. Identification and measurement of all risk of accidental loss;
2. Selection of the appropriate risk management techniques for resolving exposures to loss, including:
a. Risk assumption,
b. Risk reduction,
c. Risk rete... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.443115 | 1.041016 | 0.568359 | 1.03418 |
## 2.20.040 Risk retention. | A. With regard to risk of accidental loss, it shall be the Borough’s policy to self-insure all losses:
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
1. Which occur with predictable frequency; and
2. Which will not have a significant adverse impact on the Borough’... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.792969 | 0.264404 | 0.032349 | 0.377197 |
## 2.20.050 Safety program – Effect on other municipal departments. | It is the duty of the Risk Manager to develop and administer a safety program. All Borough departments are responsible for implementation and enforcement of the program. (Ord. 78-32 § 2, 1978. 2004 Code § 2.05.060.) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.121094 | -1.334961 | -0.398193 | -0.605469 |
## 2.20.060 Self-insurance program. | The Risk Manager shall establish a self-insurance program, in accordance with FNSBC 2.20.040. The self-insurance program shall include employee benefit programs and items referenced in collective bargaining agreements, i.e., health plan administration, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, utilization review, ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.204102 | -0.051117 | 0.286377 | -0.525391 |
## 2.20.070 Long-term award account. | The Chief Financial Officer may establish an account for the payment of long-term awards. The Chief Financial Officer may delegate the management of the account to a financial institution authorized to act as a trustee. (Ord. 2012-38 § 4, 2012; Ord. 78-32 § 2, 1978. 2004 Code § 2.05.100.) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.189453 | -1.337891 | -0.848145 | -1.474609 |
## 2.20.080 Adjustment and payment of settlements or losses. | A. The Risk Manager has the authority to adjust and pay all self-insured and uninsured losses to the extent that funds have been appropriated for those purposes. The authority to adjust includes payment of costs of investigation, litigation, mediation and arbitration.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current t... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.040222 | 0.617188 | -0.191284 | -0.110352 |
## 2.20.090 Municipal officer and employee bond. | A. The Risk Manager shall be responsible for maintaining a blanket faithful performance bond on all Borough employees. Such bond shall be in an amount not less than $1,000,000 for the benefit of the Borough.
B. The persons appointed to the positions listed below shall procure and maintain, for the benefit of the Borou... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.077148 | 0.158691 | 0.032745 | -0.311768 |
## 2.20.100 School District included. | Within this chapter, unless the context or other provisions of law indicate the contrary, the words “Borough” and “employee” include the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District and its employees. (Ord. 78-32 § 2, 1978. 2004 Code § 2.05.200.)
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.294922 | -0.722656 | -1.298828 | -1.369141 |
## 2.20.110 Establishment of Risk Management Committee. | A. There is hereby established a Risk Management Committee consisting of the Risk Manager, Fairbanks North Star Borough Chief Financial Officer, and, on School District matters, the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District designee. The members of the Risk Management Committee may each designate a person to act in ... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.113281 | -0.620117 | -0.237305 | -0.095703 |
### 2.24.010 Library Director. | The Library Director, under the supervision of the Borough Mayor, shall direct the services and perform all administrative tasks necessary for the efficient and economical conduct of the library. (Ord. 75-40 § 2, 1975. 2004 Code § 2.32.042.) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.458008 | -1.731445 | -0.855469 | -1.50293 |
### 2.24.020 Internet filters. | A. The Library Director, under the supervision of the Borough Mayor, shall implement a policy of Internet safety for all patrons and employees that includes the operation of Internet filtering software on every library computer with Internet access. The Internet filtering software must protect against anyone’s access t... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.731445 | 0.432129 | 2.095703 | 1.713867 |
### 2.28.010 Director – Office created. | There is created the Office of Parks and Recreation Director. The director shall be directly responsible to the Borough Mayor for the implementation of plans and programs. (Ord. 72-42 § 3, 1972. 2004 Code § 2.36.070.) | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.65332 | -1.796875 | -1.047852 | -1.407227 |
### 2.28.020 Director – Powers and duties. | The director shall with the advice of the commission and the Borough Mayor have the following duties:
A. Develop a parks and recreation plan for the Borough and periodically review and update the plan;
B. Assist the Borough Mayor in the preparation of the annual parks and recreation budget;
C. Provide technical and ... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.323242 | -0.266113 | -0.927246 | -1.017578 |
## 2.28.030 Park names. | A. Parks and park facilities shall be named in a manner that will enable the public to easily recognize, locate and remember them. Names for parks and facilities shall be selected in the following order of priority:
1. Places and features, including streets, schools and natural features;
2. Historic sites or events;
... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.022705 | -0.095276 | -0.361816 | -0.622559 |
## 2.28.040 Park memorials and plaques. | A. The preferred types of park memorials and plaques are:
1. Tree plantings;
2. Memorial/rose gardens;
3. Park amenities including benches, tables, receptacles, fountains and shelters;
4. Landscaping and improvements.
Large monuments and shelters are discouraged.
B. A person or group may make written application ... | true | Rules | Nuisance | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.061218 | 0.195435 | -0.263184 | -0.504395 |
## 2.32.010 Definitions. | As used in this chapter:
“Advancement” means a salary increase within the limits of a pay range established for a class.
“Appeal” means a request to a supervisor, department head, or Borough Mayor for consideration of and decision or ruling on a problem or situation.
“Appointing authority” means the Borough Mayor or... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.162109 | 0.79834 | 0.62793 | -0.652344 |
## 2.32.020 Statement of purpose. | A. The purpose of this chapter is to implement and give effect to the requirements of the Fairbanks North Star Borough to establish and operate a system of personnel administration based upon equitable merit principles and professional methods governing the recruitment, selection, employment, transfer, removal, discipl... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.317383 | 0.305908 | -0.327148 | -0.159912 |
## 2.32.030 Scope of coverage. | A. Unless a section of this chapter specifically provides otherwise, this chapter applies to all Borough employees, except as follows:
1. Elected officials and casual employees;
2. Members of citizen boards and commissions;
3. All persons who are appointed to serve without compensation;
4. The Borough Clerk and Dep... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.736328 | 1.266602 | -0.588379 | -0.827148 |
## 2.32.040 Amendments and variances. | The Borough Mayor shall have the authority to vary or modify the strict application of the provisions of this chapter in specific cases in which the strict application of a particular provision would result in significant operating difficulties; however, the Borough Assembly will be advised of any such modification in ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.408936 | 0.148926 | -1.011719 | -0.750977 |
## 2.32.050 Appointments. | The Borough shall establish and maintain a formal recruitment policy that ensures that employment actions taken to fill position vacancies shall be made solely on the basis of merit. This impartial evaluation will involve the following:
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.145508 | 0.06842 | -0.127441 | -0.511719 |
## 2.32.060 Categories of appointments. | The following categories are utilized in the context of Borough employment:
A. Regular. This is a position that does not have a specified terminal date, is included as a part of the annual operating budget, and is considered to be a part of the regular staffing complement.
B. Term. Positions funded for more than six ... | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.032227 | 0.160645 | 0.676758 | -1.06543 |
## 2.32.070 Special salary provisions. | A. Any nonexempt employee employed on a workweek schedule of less than full-time shall be compensated on the basis of the hourly rate established for the pay grade in the pay plan for actual hours worked. Exempt employees less than full-time shall be compensated on the basis of the percent of full time (FTE).
The Fair... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.306641 | -0.506348 | -0.070557 | -1.350586 |
## 2.32.080 Hours of work – Workweek. | Department directors shall determine the number of weekly and daily hours of work to be scheduled within the designated workweek applicable to their respective departments, in accordance with budget authorization. The Borough workweek is deemed to begin at 12:01 a.m. on Monday and conclude at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on S... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.28125 | -1.53125 | 0.156616 | -1.329102 |
## 2.32.090 Personnel records and general files. | The Human Resources Director shall provide for the maintenance of a records system which shall consist of three types of matter:
A. Personnel Record. The personnel record is a file of those documents which reflect an individual employee’s complete status as an employee from date of hire to termination.
1. The personn... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.360107 | 0.417969 | 0.934082 | -0.677734 |
## 2.32.100 Position classification plan. | The Borough Mayor shall direct the establishment and continued maintenance of a position classification plan applicable to all employees. This classification plan shall establish a system by which all jobs in the Borough are evaluated according to required expertise, financial responsibility, level of decision and/or p... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.430664 | -0.628906 | -0.541016 | -1.211914 |
## 2.32.110 Applicant prerequisites. | A. All information provided by an applicant on the employment application or a resume shall be subject to investigation and verification. The Borough may also elect to conduct background investigations. Should such applicant-provided data prove to be false or deceptive, the applicant will be rejected; should the applic... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.032745 | 0.243164 | 0.06427 | 0.251953 |
## 2.32.120 General appointment policy. | The Borough’s general appointment policy is based upon the following criteria:
A. The Borough is committed, by policy and preference, to afford all individuals who have the necessary qualifications an equal opportunity to compete for employment and advancement with the Borough. To assure equal opportunity, the Borough... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.741211 | -0.085022 | -0.156738 | -0.038666 |
## 2.32.130 Recruitment/relocations allowance. | A. The Borough Mayor is empowered to promulgate formal internal policy and operating procedures to reimburse individuals recruited outside the confines of the Borough boundaries for documented relocation expenses. This relocation allowance shall be limited to reimbursement of travel and moving expenses for amounts equa... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.218018 | 0.322754 | 0.975098 | -0.280273 |
### 2.32.140 Preemployment investigations. | The Borough Mayor may determine that certain positions, because of the unique elements of the job, may be required to undergo a detailed background investigation and establish parameters of past conduct that candidates for employment in these jobs must satisfy in order to be employed or retain employment with the Borou... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.358887 | -0.23645 | 0.097839 | -0.471924 |
### 2.32.150 Probationary period. | A. All original and promotional appointments shall be tentative, and subject to a probationary period of six consecutive months of service for original appointments and three months for promotional appointments. Absences off the job, excluding approved paid leave, shall not be counted and will extend the probationary p... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.028717 | 0.188843 | 1.077148 | -0.36084 |
### 2.32.160 Attendance. | A. All Borough departments shall maintain uniform records of employees’ hours of work, to include absences, in accordance with procedures approved by the Borough Mayor.
B. Borough employees shall not absent themselves from their scheduled workday without prior approval of their appropriate supervisor, and such absence... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.074219 | -0.331055 | 2.162109 | 0.369385 |
## 2.32.170 Leave without pay. | A. Regular employees may be granted leave without pay for periods not to exceed 12 months, provided such leave can be scheduled without adversely affecting operations of the employing department and will not have a negative financial impact. Prior to entering a leave without pay status, all accrued leave must be exhaus... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.322266 | 0.16272 | 1.421875 | 0.263184 |
## 2.32.180 Administrative leave. | The Borough Mayor or their designee may approve administrative leave (leave during which an employee does not suffer a loss of pay) for the following reasons:
A. **Court Leave.** Employees who are summoned for jury duty or are subpoenaed as a witness for a Borough work-related matter shall not suffer a loss in base pa... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.234253 | 0.249268 | 1.245117 | -0.375732 |
## 2.32.190 Employee transfers. | Employees may be transferred within a department or from one department to another, with the concurrence of the Borough Mayor or their designee; however, no employee shall be involuntarily transferred to a position for which they do not possess the minimum qualifications, except on a trainee basis. (Ord. 2019-09 § 2, 2... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.080078 | -0.9375 | -0.224976 | -0.963867 |
### 2.32.200 Employee promotions. | No employee will be promoted unless they fulfill the specified minimum job requirements of the vacant position. (Ord. 2019-09 § 2, 2019; Ord. 2003-58 § 9, 2003; Ord. 86-017 § 14, 1986; Ord. 84-102 § 2, 1985. 2004 Code § 2.24.191.) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.198242 | -1.035156 | 0.237061 | -1.348633 |
### 2.32.210 Reductions in force/layoff. | When substantial changes in the organization, lack of funds, or lack of work require that the *appointing authority* implement a reduction in the workforce, reasonable attempts will be made to integrate those employees subject to *layoff* into another *department* by *transfer*, providing they meet the minimum qualific... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.108398 | -0.100525 | -0.129395 | -0.813965 |
### 2.32.220 Conflict of interest. | No Borough employee shall accept outside employment or engage in an activity that:
A. Violates Chapter 6.32 FNSBC or otherwise conflicts with the interests of the Borough or in any way reflects unfavorably upon the Borough;
B. Is not compatible with the employee’s Borough work;
C. Detracts from the employee’s effici... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.831543 | -0.143311 | 0.827637 | -0.137695 |
### 2.32.230 Travel and host reimbursement. | When employees or members of the Borough Assembly are required to travel outside the Borough on official business, or when they incur approved out-of-pocket expenses in the conduct of official business, reimbursement or advance payment shall be in accordance with the following guidelines:
A. Travel on official busines... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.111328 | 0.657227 | -0.597656 | -0.580078 |
## 2.32.240 Training. | It is the policy of the Borough to encourage employees to avail themselves of training/education opportunities directly applicable to their Borough position in order that employees may render more effective service to the public.
A. All requests for training or additional education shall be made in advance and must in... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.38916 | 0.231323 | 1.558594 | -0.196777 |
## 2.32.250 Relatives in the Borough service. | Two members of an immediate family shall not be employed at the same time, regardless of the administrative department, if such employment will result in an employee supervising any member of their immediate family, or if conditions are such that the confidentiality of official Borough business is endangered. The provi... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.635254 | -0.39209 | 1.505859 | 0.144897 |
## 2.32.260 Employee job performance appraisal. | A. The Borough Mayor shall cause to be developed and implemented a formal system by which each Borough employee’s job performance is evaluated in accordance with the following schedule:
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026.
1. Probationary employees will b... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.925781 | 0.351074 | 1.318359 | -0.357666 |
## 2.32.270 Employee conduct. | Public employees of the Borough have, as an integral part of their individual jobs, the obligation to perform their jobs in a manner that will reflect favorably upon the organization.
A. All employees shall be neat and clean in appearance, and dress in a manner that projects a favorable professional image. The Borough... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.094727 | -1.144531 | 0.024414 | -0.999023 |
## 2.32.280 Cost consciousness. | All Borough employees shall practice every economy possible in the discharge of their duties. Failure to follow this principle shall be considered negligence. (Ord. 84-102 § 2, 1985. 2004 Code § 2.24.281.)
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed January 15, 2026. | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.003906 | -1.025391 | 0.531738 | -0.42041 |
### 2.32.290 Work rules and standards of conduct. | The Borough Mayor is empowered to promulgate, implement, and enforce reasonable and equitable regulations governing work rules and standards of conduct in the workplace. (Ord. 84-102 § 2, 1985. 2004 Code § 2.24.291.) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.49707 | -0.629395 | -0.491211 | -1.277344 |
### 2.32.300 Causes for disciplinary action. | A. Employees of the Borough are expected to follow the generally accepted rules of conduct, whether posted or not. Examples of general categories of offenses which require disciplinary action are: absenteeism, carelessness and negligence, insubordination, failure to follow instructions, unauthorized use of Borough equi... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.172729 | 0.261475 | 0.962402 | 0.917969 |
### 2.32.310 Forms of disciplinary action. | A. It is the responsibility of all Borough directors and supervisors to assure that work rules and generally accepted standards of conduct are complied with by the Borough workforce in order to maintain efficiency and order. This shall be accomplished through the process of uniform and equitable administration of disci... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.569336 | 0.960938 | 0.928711 | 0.981445 |
## 2.32.320 Review of disciplinary actions. | A. The procedures outlined in this section shall apply to *disciplinary actions* other than *dismissal* taken against Borough employees, except that:
1. This section shall not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement. *Disciplinary actions* taken against such employees shall be governed solely b... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.304443 | 0.825195 | 0.84082 | 0.09906 |
## 2.32.330 Review of dismissal actions – Pre-termination hearings. | A. The procedures outlined in this section shall apply to *dismissal* actions proposed against employees holding regular positions, except that:
1. *Dismissal* actions against employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement that provides for *grievance* procedures and arbitration shall be governed solely by the... | false | Process | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.389404 | 1.333008 | 0.882813 | 0.354492 |
## 2.32.340 Safety. | A. It is the responsibility of all levels of Borough management to ensure that prudent safety rules and precautions are developed, implemented and observed.
B. Failure of Borough employees to comply with safety requirements and regulations shall be just cause for *disciplinary action* to include *dismissal*. (Ord. 84-... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.82373 | -0.707031 | 0.478271 | 0.553711 |
## 2.32.350 Protection for whistleblowers. | A. Persons Protected.
1. The Borough may not discharge, threaten, or otherwise discriminate against an *employee* regarding the *employee’s* compensation, terms, conditions, location, or privileges of employment because:
a. The *employee*, or a *person* acting on behalf of the *employee*, reports to a *public body... | true | Enforcement | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.490234 | 1.12793 | 0.849121 | 1.581055 |
## 2.32.360 Indemnification. | A. Except as otherwise precluded by law, all obligations by the Borough to indemnify, hold harmless or defend an employee in an individual capacity are subject to the conditions and limitations set forth in this section. If an indemnified employee or former employee does not comply with this section, the Borough may el... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.453369 | 1.243164 | 1.030273 | 0.601563 |
## 2.32.370 Employee separations. | A. Resignation. To resign in good standing, an employee shall give the appointing authority or their designee not less than 10 working days’ notice prior to the action date of severance, unless the Borough Mayor or their designee agrees to permit a shorter period for extenuating circumstances. The employee notice of re... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.098633 | 0.537598 | 1.104492 | 0.008751 |
## 2.32.380 Position descriptions. | The Borough shall maintain a position classification (job description) for the various occupations authorized by the organization’s staffing structure. This document will reflect the job title, representative functions of the position, minimum job requirements, and be coordinated with the Borough’s classification plan ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.220703 | -0.195068 | -0.674805 | -1.30957 |
## 2.32.390 Salary plan. | A. The Borough shall publish a salary schedule each year in conjunction with the publication of the Borough annual budget. Delays caused by extraordinary circumstances such as collective bargaining are excepted.
B. Normally, newly hired employees will be employed at the beginning rate of the appropriate salary range. ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.934082 | -1.140625 | -0.09198 | -1.172852 |
## 2.32.400 Payday. | Borough employees shall be paid biweekly every other Wednesday for the previous pay period, as established by the payroll calendar. However, if a designated pay date falls on a holiday, employees shall be paid on the last working day preceding the holiday. Payroll advances are prohibited except that the Chief of Staff ... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.026367 | -1.493164 | 0.207642 | -0.958984 |
## 2.32.410 Overtime – Compensatory time. | A. The Borough’s normal scheduled workweek encompasses 40 hours’ work within one week (Monday through Sunday). Nonexempt (hourly) employees (casual, regular or term) who are directed to work hours in excess of eight hours in a workday or 40 in a workweek shall be paid overtime calculated at a rate of one and one-half t... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.058746 | 0.808105 | 1.423828 | -0.051788 |
## 2.32.420 Holidays. | A. All Borough employees, excluding temporaries and casuals, shall be entitled to the holidays listed below with pay. The maximum holiday pay/benefit is eight hours. For purposes of computing holiday pay, employees whose actual hours worked during the pay period immediately preceding the holiday falls is less than 40 h... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.540527 | 0.092896 | 0.281738 | -0.665527 |
## 2.32.430 Leave. | A. Regular employees with less than three years’ continuous service shall be granted two working days per month leave with pay at the following rate per hour per pay period (0.09231). Regular employees with three years’ but less than five years’ continuous service shall be granted two and one-quarter working days per m... | true | Rules | Zoning | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | 0.10199 | 1.192383 | 1.426758 | -0.149414 |
## 2.32.440 Car allowance. | Employees who occupy such positions may, at the discretion of the Mayor, be authorized a car allowance which will be subject to Assembly review during the budget process. (Ord. 84-102 § 2, 1985. 2004 Code § 2.24.421.) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.0625 | -1.322266 | -0.213135 | -1.458984 |
## 2.32.450 Retirement. | The Borough is a participant in the State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System and all regular, full-time, part-time, seasonal, extraboards, and term employees are required to enroll in the system at the time of eligibility.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Code is current through Ordinance 2025-32, passed Jan... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.133789 | -0.422119 | 0.509277 | -0.996094 |
## 2.32.460 Social security. | All Borough employees are covered by the Federal Insurance Compensation Act (Social Security). (Ord. 84-102 § 2, 1985. 2004 Code § 2.24.441.) | false | Context | null | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.349609 | -1.043945 | 0.406494 | -1.339844 |
## 2.32.470 Medical and hospitalization benefits. | All regular, full-time, part-time, seasonal, and term employees shall be eligible to participate in the Borough’s group health, life and welfare plans. The Borough shall make available to the employees, in printed form, the schedule of benefits, limitations, and other pertinent information. (Ord. 2013-34 § 2, 2013; Ord... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.21875 | -1.256836 | 0.412598 | -1.251953 |
## 2.32.480 Service awards. | The Borough Mayor will provide for recognition of the faithful, effective service rendered by employees. Special recognition shall be given to those employees who have completed five, 10, 15 and 20, etc., years of service. (Ord. 2015-34 § 19, 2015; Ord. 2003-58 § 21, 2003; Ord. 84-102 § 2, 1985. 2004 Code § 2.24.461.) | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -1.206055 | -1.607422 | -0.728027 | -1.166992 |
## 2.32.490 Collective bargaining agreement approval and funding by the Assembly. | A. Prior to engaging in collective bargaining with any union or labor organization representing Borough employees, the Mayor shall meet with the Borough Assembly for the purpose of exchanging and discussing proposed suggested goals relating to labor management negotiations. Attendance at this executive session shall be... | true | Rules | Other | counties | ak | null | fairbanks_north_star_borough | -0.735352 | 0.759277 | 0.234375 | 0.03775 |
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