Mat-Su Borough Assembly passes ordinance granting Borough Public Libraries access to $41,250.75 of grant money
On November 19th, 2024, the Mat-Su Borough Assembly adopted Ordinance 24-102 which accepted $41,250.75 dollars of grant funding from the State of Alaska for the Online with Libraries Internet Cost
On November 19th, 2024, the Mat-Su Borough Assembly adopted Ordinance 24-102 which accepted $41,250.75 dollars of grant funding from the State of Alaska for the Online with Libraries Internet Cost Assistance Program. The state-wide program aimed to equip libraries with high-speed internet and computing equipment for assisting with education, employment, and access to various government services.
While the ordinance accepted the money, it never specified where the funds should be appropriated. This meant that even though the money was given to the Borough, it could not be used without proper designation.
At the January 21st, 2025 Borough Assembly meeting, Assemblymembers passed Ordinance 25-006 to fix that mistake. The new ordinance outlined the $41,250.75 would be given to the Big Lake, Sutton, Talkeetna, Trapper Creek and Willow libraries.
The funding will offset internet and equipment costs for the libraries, freeing up some room in their budgets.
Read More
Summer Erosion Brings Water Line Work
The project included installing a water valve, removing two fire hydrants, and installing a new hydrant in front of Susitna River Lodge
Backpack Reigns as Alaska's Fattest Bear
The hunt for Alaska’s Fattest Bear has come to an end. A new Fat Bear Week Champion
Susitna Writers Voice September 27th, 2026 - some poems by Corinne Smith
A new episode from Corinne Smith, reading original poems about fall and winter in Alaska and beyond.
Petersville Organization Requests Funding to Support Trails, Rescue Operations
The Petersville Trails and Rescue Center is already partially built, but more funds are needed to finish the project.