Mat-Su proposal would add 1.5% sales tax outside cities, add property tax exemption
June 10, 2026
A second proposal also up for debate this month would add a new gravel tax.
Elections
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Mat-Su alcohol sales tax headed to November ballot
June 05, 2026
Some assembly members said the measure could help reduce property taxes, while business owners warn it would hurt sales.
Mat-Su Assembly to consider new alcohol tax, higher marijuana tax for November ballot
May 27, 2026
The taxes could generate more than $16 million each year in new revenue, according to the measures.
Mat-Su Assembly rejects proposal to limit its control over borough election guides
November 19, 2025
The proposal would have blocked the assembly from inserting changes into the annual nonpartisan brochure.
Houston and Palmer city council races too close to call after Tuesday’s election
October 03, 2024
Vote tallies will be updated over the week, city officials said.
Early voter turnout in Wasilla, Palmer city elections lags compared to last year
September 30, 2024
Early voting for elections in Houston, Wasilla and Palmer runs through Monday. Election Day is Tuesday.
Mat-Su voters will see two major changes on November ballots
September 26, 2024
The subtle yet significant changes impact candidate term lengths and partisan labeling.
What would a statewide hand-count election look like in Alaska?
September 23, 2024
The Mat-Su already has already switched to hand-counting its elections. But what would it look like statewide?
The Q&As with 2024 candidates for Palmer, Wasilla and Houston City Councils
September 03, 2024
Candidates for Houston, Wasilla and Palmer City Councils respond to questions in this handy, easy-to-use guide.
Who is running in Palmer, Wasilla and Houston city elections? Here's how to find out.
August 29, 2024
Want to know who is running in your local city elections? Here's how to find out.
Mat-Su residents can run for office in these key borough races
July 30, 2024
Would-be Mat-Su Borough candidates have until late August to file paperwork with the borough.
Mat-Su officials are looking for 2024 election volunteers
June 27, 2024
Nonpartisan Election Day workers can make a few hundred dollars while helping make sure ballots are issued and counted.