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.
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Weekslong closure at Trunk Road intersection set to begin next week
June 08, 2026
The new roundabout project will completely shut down the Trunk and Palmer-Fishhook intersection from June 15 through July 3.
Road closures, delays ahead as crews finish Seward Meridian project
June 06, 2026
Drivers should expect detours as final phase of road project begins.
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 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.
Weekslong closure at Trunk Road intersection set to begin next week
June 08, 2026
The new roundabout project will completely shut down the Trunk and Palmer-Fishhook intersection from June 15 through July 3.
Road closures, delays ahead as crews finish Seward Meridian project
June 06, 2026
Drivers should expect detours as final phase of road project begins.
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.
30 years later, Big Lake remembers devastating Millers Reach Fire
June 04, 2026
Community members will gather Saturday to mark the anniversary of the disaster.
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 doubles down on leaf blowers in response to Anchorage rule
May 25, 2026
The resolution is meant to remind people that leaf blower use is legal in Mat-Su.
New Mat-Su board to review kennel rules in wake of Caswell dog deaths
May 20, 2026
The temporary advisory panel of mushers and kennel owners must recommend updates to borough kennel policies by December.
Windstorms, construction fuel spike in trash along Mat-Su greenbelt
May 15, 2026
Mat-Su landfill officials said they are working to control the spread of litter in the trail system.