Just one of the several ordinances that the Mat Su Borough Assembly postponed at their last meeting deals with mandatory land use permits and certified site plans.  The Planning Commission took a look at the proposal, heard public testimony and has come up with a proposal of their own.  But discussion on the proposal by the Assembly has now been postponed until November. (this story has been corrected from its initial airing – mandatory land use permits are required for buildings 480 sq. ft. and larger)

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The Talkeetna water utility board has moved forward with alternatives to the proposed rate hike.  The proposal sent a team of local residents scurrying to find help with the tens of thousands of dollars of debt instead of putting the burden on paying customers.  Sue Deyoe has more on the latest meeting and recent decisions…

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The Talkeetna Sewer and Water board voted Wednesday afternoon on a number of actions after months of discussion on a $100,000 debt.  (more…)

After an hour of discussion at the Mat Su Borough Assembly meeting Tuesday evening, the Assembly voted in favor of putting forth a road bond proposition to voters this fall. (more…)

KTNA’s morning news, weather forecasts, Denali echos, announcements for June 16th. Host is Sue Deyoe. Headlines – Congressional delegation releases disclosure forms; ADFG orders closure of Little Su; Talkeetna parks get an facelift; Trapper Creek Elementary School roof repairs on way to completion. 16 min.

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A few weeks ago, the Mat Su Borough Assembly passed their 2012 budget.  The mayor had his turn at vetos and the Assembly came back with their overrides.  One item that stayed out of the budget is information technology.  Upper Valley residents will have to wait another year to see if improved access to Borough meetings will happen.

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KTNA’s morning news, weather forecasts, Denali echos, announcements for May 17th.  Host is Sue Deyoe.  Headlines – Second climber in a week dies on Denali; Legislature adjourns Saturday; Trapper Creek festival under watchful eye of Borough; Dead climber from Thursday identified. 16 min.

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The Alaska Legislature finally adjourned late Saturday evening.  Governor Sean Parnell received a capital budget for 2012 that totals $3.2 Billion.

This year’s regular 90-day session was immediately followed by a 27- day special session that involved a number of disputes about energy projects and coastal zone management.  In the end, the Coastal Zone Management plan was not reauthorized. (more…)

An Alaska Superior Court judge on Thursday ordered the promoter of the Trapper Creek Bluegrass festivals to follow Mat Su Borough regulations on outdoor gatherings.

The Borough Attorney says the action came about because of citizen complaints.  Complaints on the two separate festivals started in 2006. (more…)

The Alaska House and Senate this morning (Friday) gave their final approvals to the negotiated operating budget for next fiscal year. (more…)