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- Finance
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- Parks and Recreation
- Planning
- Police/Public Safety
- Port
- Public Works
| Form | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Dog Adoption Application | Request to adopt a pet from the Animal Shelter | $45 adopted pet |
| Foster Application | Become a foster home for pets needing adoption | NA |
| Cat Adoption Application | License for owning more than 4 cats, but no more than 10 | $45 adoption fee |
| Animal Shelter Volunteer Application | Request to volunteer at the Animal Shelter | NA |
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Request for Addendum and Plan Holders List | To receive addendums associated with projects, interested contractor must submit a Request for Addendum form for each project. |
| Form | Description | Fee |
| Board/Commission Application | Application for appointment to board or commission | NA |
| Economic Diversification Commission Application | Application for appointment to Economic Diversification Commission | NA |
| Massage Establishment License Application | Application for a massage therapists establishment license. All massage therapists practicing in Valdez must have a valid State of Alaska Massage Therapist license. All massage establishments must have a valid state of Alaska and City of Valdez business license prior to submission of original or renewal applications. All massage establishments must have a safety inspection conducted by the Valdez Fire Department prior to submission of original or renewal applications. Establishments with more than one practicing therapist must include copies of therapist state licenses with applications. Any changes shall be updated with the City Clerk’s office. | $50 original $25 renewal every 2 years |
| Public Convenience (Taxi Cab) Certificate Application | Application for taxi cab certificate | $100 annual fee |
| Public Records Request | Request for public records | NA |
| All America City Scholarship Application | Graduating seniors of Valdez High School who plan to pursue full-time higher education can apply for the All-America City Scholarship. Each year two All-America City scholarships in the amount of $2,500 will be awarded. Please contact the City Clerk’s Office for this year’s application packet (907) 834-3468. | NA |
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Adult photo/video release | Release permission for the City of Valdez to use your photos or video's. |
| Minor photo/video release | Release permission for the City of Valdez to use your photos or video's. |
| Photo license & release | Release permission for the City of Valdez to use your photos or video's. |
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Application and Conditions for Use | Submit to book an event at the Civic Center |
General Finance Forms
| Form | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Change of Ownership | The completed form and a recorded deed is required for property ownership modifications. | NA |
| Change of Contact/Billing Information Change of Occupancy for Rental | When no ownership changes, just changes in contact info for billing & correspondence For tenants and landlords when tenants move in or out. | NA |
| Dumpster Contract | Request to lease a dumpster; regular and construction dumpsters are available | Regular dumpster $20/month. $15/tip will be charged if more than 1 tip daily is required. Residential dumpster $15/day or $100/week. Construction dumpster $100/month, $50 drop fee, $50 pick up fee, $25 tip fee and $10/cubic yard (minimum of 15 yards.) |
| Public Accommodation Tax Return | Tax Return Required for Public Accommodation (hotels, motels, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns, etc.) | Tax Due |
| Vendor Direct Deposit/ACH Enrollment | Direct deposit payment for vendors. | NA |
| Water Contract | Request water and/or sewer service. | Residential $50 deposit Commercial deposit vary |
| 2024 CSO Request for Funding | Community Service Organizations requesting 2024 funding from the City of Valdez must submit this form by 8/25/2023 at 5:00 PM. Form will be available starting 7/24/23. | NA |
| 2023 Energy Assistance | Applications will be accepted Nov 1, 2022 - Dec 31 2022 from 8:30am to 5:00pm. | NA |
Property Tax Exemption Forms
| Form | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Community Purpose Exemption | The property of an organization not organized for business or profit making purposes and used exclusively for community purposes may apply for a community purpose exemption. Applications must be filed with the City Clerk’s office every year that exemption is requested before January 15th. | NA |
| Fire Suppression System Exemption Application | Any building that has a fire suppression that meets the city code and is approved by the State Fire Marshall Office is eligible for an exemption of 2% of the value of the structure at the time the system was installed or value of the structure at the year 2000 (the year the exemption went into existence). The amount of the exemption will not change. It will remain constant as long as the system is in place. Applications must be filed with the City Clerk’s office every year that exemption is requested before January 15th. | NA |
| Senior Citizen / Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption | Senior Citizen: To qualify for the property tax exemption, each senior citizen must have attained the age of 65 on or before December 31st of the previous year, and must have owned and occupied real property as a permanent place of abode as of December 31 of the previous year. A resident widow or widower age 60 to 64 is eligible if the deceased spouse of the widow or widower was eligible at the time of his or her death. Applications must be filed with the City Clerk’s office before January 15th every year the exemption is requested. New applicants must provide proof of age. Disabled Veteran: Real property owned and occupied as a permanent place of abode by a disabled veteran is exempt from taxation. "Disabled Veteran" means a disabled person separated from the military service of the United States under a condition that is not dishonorable who is a resident of the State, whose disability was incurred or aggravated in the line of duty in the military service of the United States, and whose disability has been rated 50% or more by the branch of service in which that person served or by the Veteran’s Administration. Applications must be filed with the City Clerk’s office before January 15th every year the exemption is requested. All applicants must provide proof of 50% or more disability each year. | NA |
| Senior Citizen / Disabled Veteran Homeowners Application for Hardship Exemption | In accordance with AS 29.45.030 (e) and 19AAC35.040, in case of hardship, the city may provide for exemption beyond the mandatory state exemption. Hardship exemption applications must be filed with the City Clerk’s office before July 1st of each year. All applicants must provide proof of income and age. | NA |
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Volunteer Application | Request to be a City of Valdez Fire Volunteer; View additional volunteer opportunity information. |
| Medical Exam | Medical Exam Form and Health Questionnaire for Volunteers. |
| Form | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Boat Lift Agreement | Request to rent the City of Valdez Boat Lift and operator to lift/move a vessel. | See form for details |
| Fisherman's Dock Storage Agreement | Request to use the City of Valdez Fisherman's Dock for storage. | Visit or call Harbor for pricing |
| Float Plan | Form to file for any boating trip that explains exactly where you will be and when you are scheduled to return. | NA |
| Grid Use Agreement | Request to schedule the use of the City of Valdez Grid for boat work. | Visit or call Harbor for pricing |
| Transient Moorage Agreement | Request to moor a transient vessel in the Valdez Small Boat Harbor. | Visit or call Harbor for pricing |
| Uplands Storage Agreement | Request for storage in the Valdez Small Boat Harbor uplands | See form for details |
| Waiting List Form | Request placement on the waiting list for a boat slip assignment in the Valdez Small Boat Harbor | $50/year |
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Application to allow Alcohol on City Property | Request to serve alcoholic beverages on city property. The applicant shall pay a permit fee of $10.00 for each day/time if this permit is issued for events that are fundraisers and/or charges for beverages at the event. |
| Park/Shelter Rental Application | Rent a Park Shelter for a birthday, picnic, or event. |
| Pool Rental Application | Pool Rental Information |
| Recreation Center Rental Application | Ike "Woody" Woodman Recreation Center facility rental form an facility use agreement. |
| Rock Wall Rental Application | Rock Wall Rental Form for GMS Wall |
| Military Hall of Heroes | The Hall of Heroes has been developed to show our gratitude, appreciation, and respect to those who are serving and to those who have served in the U.S. Military. |
| Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk Form | All program registrants are required to have this waiver on file at time of registration. This form must be renewed annually. |
Building Permit Applications
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Building Permit Application | Request permit for any construction within Valdez. For any inquiries, please call (907) 834-3401. |
| Electrical Permit Application | Request permit for electrical related building projects. |
| Plumbing / Mechanical Permit Application | Request permit for plumbing and mechanical related building projects (ex: remove & replace boiler). |
| Mobile Home Permit Application | Request permit for placement of mobile home. |
| Septic Permit Application | Request permit for placement of a septic tank. |
Business Registration Forms
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Business Registration Form | Submit if you are starting a new business in Valdez and/or are planning on conducting business in Valdez even if your company resides elsewhere. Our office verifies that you hold a valid State of Alaska Business License and then you are issued a "green letter" stating that you can conduct business in Valdez. |
| Business Registration Renewal Form | Yearly business registration renewal for active businesses due January 31st of every year. This form is mailed to active businesses once a year (usually by January). |
| Home Occupation Permit Application | Submit if you are operating a business from your home. For further information, reference Ordinance # 98-03. |
| Itinerant Vendor Application | Request an Itinerant Vendor license. The license is valid for up to a maximum of 180 days. For further information, review Ordinance # 07-04. |
| Public Accommodation Tax Certificate of Registration | Required for Public Accommodation (hotels, motels, B&B, Inns, etc.) |
Land Use Forms
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Application | Request a conditional use permit. For further information, reference Municipal Code Chapter 17.50. |
| Exception Application | Request an exception if a new structure was constructed in violation of the Municipal Code by innocent error. |
| Gravel Lease of City Land Application | Request to lease City-owned land for gravel extraction. |
| Land Lease Application | Request to lease City-owned land. |
| Right of Way Permit Application | Request permission to work in public right of way. |
| Purchase of City Land Over the Counter (OTC) Application | Request to purchase City-owned land (over the counter). |
| Rezone Application | Request to rezone a parcel of land. |
| Subdivision Application | Request to change property boundaries. |
| Temporary Land Use Permit (TLUP) Application | Request for temporary land use. |
| Variance Application | Request a variance to a standard of a zoning district. |
| Floodplain Development Permit | Required for any kind of development activity within the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). |
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Abandoned Vehicle Release | Form to release a vehicle to the Valdez Police Department or their agent for removal from property in conjunction with City of Valdez's Vehicle Abatement & Removal Program - Available in summer months. |
| Alaska Motor Vehicle Crash Form | Use for any collision where the damage is less than $1,000 or any minor collisions where the suspect(s) are no longer on scene |
| Certificate of Insurance | Submit form to SOA DMV within 15 days from date of the crash |
| Education Advancement Scholarship | Application for Valdez Police Department $1,500 scholarship dedicated to tuition and/or housing costs for 1 graduating high school senior from Valdez. DEADLINE MAY 1st current year. |
| Fingerprints | Request for employment fingerprints - $10 per card |
| Police Ride-Along | Request to participate in the Ride-Along Program |
| Security Check for Residence | Request for residence security check |
| VPD Records Request | Request for VPD Records |
| Witness Statement Form | To provide VPD with a written witness statement |
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Kelsey Plaza Information | Visit the “Rental Resources” section of the “John Thomas Kelsey Municipal Dock” web page for additional information and forms |
| Landing Request Form | Vessels docking at either the Valdez Container Terminal (VCT) or Kelsey Dock are required to submit a landing request form. See Port of Valdez Tariff for details. |
| Kelsey Dock Landing Request - Commercial Fishing Fleet | Vessels docking at Kelsey Dock are required to submit this Online Fillable Landing Request Form. See Port of Valdez Tariff for details. |
| Hot Work Permit | Vessels planning to perform any hot work need to fill out and submit a hot work permit request to the Port of Valdez |
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Water Sample | Request bacterial analysis on your drinking water. Additional information can be found on the Water Samples page. |
| Wildlife Resistant Container Agreement | Learn about our Wildlife resistant Container Program. Residential no charge for 1st container, additional can be purchase for $280. |