Borough opposes statewide hatchery reductions in Resolution 2026-06

Mar 16, 2026

The Assembly unanimously approved Resolution 2026-06 opposing Alaska Board of Fisheries Proposals 170–172, which would impose statewide reductions and moratoria on salmon hatchery production, citing concerns for local fisheries and community sustainability.

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Resolution #2026-06 expresses Petersburg Borough’s opposition to Alaska Board of Fisheries Proposals 170, 171 and 172, which seek statewide reductions and moratoria on salmon hatchery production. The resolution frames the Assembly’s position as support for stable, science‑based hatchery management to protect local fisheries and economic activity.

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