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Long known as the "Halibut Fishing Capital of the World," Homer is also nicknamed "the end of the road," and more recently, "the cosmic hamlet by the sea." Homer was incorporated in 1964 as a first-class city and is located four hours south of Anchorage. The Homer Spit is one popular destination for visitors, who can choose from the exceptional shopping, fine dining, lively art scene, and outdoor adventure options available.

The Homer Police Department was organized in 1968 as part of the relatively new (Incorporated March 31, 1964) City of Homer's requirement for a "first class" city status.

Welcome! The library is open M/W/F/Sat;10:00-6:00pm and Tu/Th 10:00-8:00pm.

Curbside pickup is available. Click here for updated services.

Mission Statement: The City of Homer exists to provide quality services to all its citizens; to respond in the most appropriate, open and fiscally responsible manner possible to its citizens' needs and concerns; and to do so through the active participation of those citizens. These services include police, fire, emergency medical service, parks, cemeteries, animal control, street maintenance, water, wastewater collection and treatment, port and harbor, airport terminal, library, planning and general administration.

Homer City Council members, left to right: Brad Parsons, Shelly Erickson, Caroline Venuti, Mayor Rachel Lord, Storm Hansen, Donna Aderhold, Jason Davis

The Parks, Art, Recreation and Culture Advisory Commission (PARC) was established via Ordinance 16-22 and operates under Homer City Code Chapter 2.60 and Chapter 18.07.  The purpose of the PARC is to:

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