Updates Coming to Talkeetna Transfer Station
A compost program is coming to the Mat-Su Borough, thanks to an Environmental Protection Agency grant. About 5,000 pounds of yard debris are collected throughout the Borough each year. The
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Mobile Home Parks Goes Back to Planning Commission
Mat-Su Borough Assemblymember Stephanie Nowers sponsored a new ordinance to clarify the ban of mobile home parks. That ordinance was adopted in August. She asked to send it back to
Borough District 4 Seat Vacant
Mat-Su Borough District 4 Assemblymember Rob Yundt abruptly resigned his position on the Assembly. Applications for the District 4 seat are open through Friday, September 27th. Yundt resigned his position
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
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