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TAB reappoints Laurie Smith and Rhonda Hinson and approves Jacob as a nonvoting member
Summary
The board recommended reappointment of Laurie Smith and Rhonda Hinson to the Tourism Advisory Board and approved an applicant, Jacob, as a nonvoting member; the mayor will present the recommendations to the assembly for formal appointment.
The board moved to recommend reappointment of Laurie Smith and Rhonda Hinson to the Tourism Advisory Board and voted in favor; the chair announced the recommendation will be forwarded to the mayor and placed on the assembly agenda for formal appointment.
Applicant Jacob introduced himself to the board, described recent work as manager of the Haines‑Skagway fast ferry in 2024–25 and said he is developing a tour business, Big Nugget Tours, aimed at launching in 2027. Board members praised his youth perspective and voted to offer him a nonvoting seat on TAB to allow participation while he remains based off‑season.
The board recorded roll‑call assent for the reappointments and the nonvoting appointment; staff said the mayor will include the recommendations in the assembly packet and that board members present should sign records and decisions at the Admin Building so the formal appointment can be considered at the next assembly meeting.
