January

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration proposed establishing critical habitat areas for humpback whales in three distinct population segments located off Mexico, Central American and the Western Pacific. The Petersburg Borough sent a letter of disapproval to the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the proposed critical habitat for humpback whales after residents spoke out against the proposal.

The Petersburg Borough authorized the hire of Josh Rathmann to fill the vacant EMS coordinator position at the Petersburg Volunteer Fire Department.

The Aquatic Center c...