It is the policy of the Kodiak Island Borough to name borough-owned buildings, other fixed facilities and public places in honor of prominent Alaskans who, by virtue of special efforts, accomplishments or contributions which have benefitted the Kodiak Island Borough of the state of Alaska, have achieved public status worthy of long-term recognition. Non-Alaskans who have substantially contributed to the Kodiak Island Borough, the state of Alaska or the nation as a whole may also be considered. [Ord. FY2009-16 §3, 2009].