Recovery Funds Available for Residents
Mat-Su Borough residents are eligible to apply for recovery funds for damages related to the recent windstorms through the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. According to Borough
Borough Library Board Leadership to Change in January
The Borough Library Board advises the Borough Manager and Assembly on library operations, policies, and long-term planning, according to the Borough website. They also review budgets, recommend new programs, and
Upper Valley Board Vacancies Not for Lack of Applicants
Several boards with vacant positions in the Upper Valley have multiple applicants, including the Caswell-Willow Fire Service Area and Caswell Lakes Road Service Area. But some seats will remain vacant
Borough Hazard Mitigation Plan Updated
An abbreviated update to the Mat-Su Borough’s Hazard Mitigation Plan is being forwarded to the Assembly after recommendation from the Planning Commission. According to Borough Floodplain Administrator and Planner Taunnie
Free Smoke Alarms for Residents
The State of Alaska is partnering with local fire departments to get smoke alarms into the communities. Talkeetna Fire Chief Eric Chappel says residents can fill out the online form
LCAC Recommends Disbanding
At their meeting this week, the Library Citizens’ Advisory Committee, or LCAC, voted to recommend disbanding the group. Without books in the queue for review, the group voted to sunset
Cleanup Efforts Underway With High Winds Due Again This Weekend
High winds last weekend led to power outages, vehicle and building damage, and scattered debris throughout the Mat-Su Borough. Borough Emergency Manager Casey Cook says the call volume was three
Mat-Su Borough Mayor Declares Disaster Due to High Winds
Mat-Su Borough Mayor Edna DeVries declared a disaster due to sustained high-speed winds from December 5 through 9. The Declaration states there is a significant threat to private and public
Library Committee to Discuss Disbanding
Beyond approving the previous meeting minutes and tonight’s agenda, the only item before the Mat-Su Borough’s Library Citizens’ Advisory Committee is a resolution to dissolve the group. The Committee last