Public Comment Open on Oil License Application in Susitna Valley
An application for a gas exploration license in the Susitna Valley is now open for public comment. The Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil and Gas, or DOG, released
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Library Committee Recommends Another Book Removal
The Mat-Su Borough’s Library Citizens Advisory Committee, or LCAC, recommends removing another book from Public Library shelves. Citing a feminist slant, occult leanings, and other issues, the Committee ultimately recommends
Library Crosswalk Needs Additional Funds
State grant funding for the crosswalk at the Talkeetna Library will not be enough to complete the project. Earlier this summer, the State awarded the Talkeetna Community Council $70,000 for
Popular Public Easement Not Legally Vacated
A new proposed development along Comsat Road in Talkeetna did not include a State public access easement in the preliminary platting documents. The Correira Estates subdivision would create 10 lots
Revetment Maintenance Funding Approved
The Mat-Su Borough Assembly approved nearly $300,000 to perform maintenance and repairs on the Talkeetna revetment protecting the shoreline. Ice flows and floods damaged the emergency repairs made last fall.
Borough Candidate List Finalized
Twelve Candidates for Mat-Su Borough Mayor, Assembly, and School Board filed before the deadline on August 30th. Current Mayor Edna DeVries (de-VREES) is running to maintain her seat. Hillary Palmer
Road Experiment in Talkeetna a Bust
The Mat-Su Borough began testing a new organic compound on two gravel roads a year ago. But it didn’t perform as well as expected, according to Mat-Su Borough Roads Branch
Hydroponics a Success for Food Pantry
Creative growing options have proven to be successful for the Upper Susitna Food Pantry. A hydroponics setup provided plenty of fresh produce this year and hopes for next year.
Waterbody Board Close to Releasing Draft
The Mat-Su Borough Waterbody Setback Advisory Board is making progress on a draft ordinance to ultimately protect water quality. The Assembly will vote next week on a resolution to extend