Two incumbents, one newcomer, win Talkeetna Council seats
In addition to the Mat-Su Borough election, the Talkeetna Community Council held its annual election on Tuesday. Four candidates ran for three seats. Incumbents Mary Farina and Iris Vandenham retained
In addition to the Mat-Su Borough election, the Talkeetna Community Council held its annual election on Tuesday. Four candidates ran for three seats. Incumbents Mary Farina and Iris Vandenham retained their seats on the council’s board of directors. Paul Button will also be joining the board. Caitlyn Hunt-Engwis did not receive enough votes to claim a seat on the board. Current board member Katie Writer chose not to run to retain her seat on the council. The winners will be seated at the board’s November meeting.
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