Assembly votes down gas tax, but a sales tax proposal could be coming soon
December 03, 2025
Assembly member Michael Bowles said he wants to replace Mat-Su's property tax with a sales tax.
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Mat-Su animal control takover may boost taxes in Wasilla, Palmer and Houston
December 01, 2025
The plan would simplify animal control in the region, but could trigger higher property taxes for city residents.
New roads plan could bring more federal money to Mat-Su -- and officials want your help
November 25, 2025
The plan will include road and transportation projects for Mat-Su's core area.
That new towering plume over Mat-Su’s landfill? It’s filtered water from decomposing trash
November 21, 2025
Soupy black trash water, once trucked south and dumped into Cook Inlet, is now treated and vaporized above the landfill.
Q&As with 2024 Mat-Su Assembly, Mayor and School Board Candidates
October 07, 2024
Candidates for Mat-Su mayor, assembly and school board respond to questions in this handy, easy-to-use guide.
A local developer is the newest member of the Mat-Su Assembly
October 04, 2024
The Assembly selected the new member to fill the District 4 seat, which was vacated last month.
Ten Commandments, ‘historical documents’ to be displayed outside Mat-Su Borough Assembly chambers
October 03, 2024
Borough staff will also research whether to place similar displays in public libraries.
Dozens of trees to be removed from Matanuska River Park after federal airport funding ultimatum
October 01, 2024
The trees pose a safety hazard and must be removed, officials said.
Mat-Su assembly to consider Ten Commandments, 'historical documents' displays in libraries, borough office lobby
September 26, 2024
The proposed displays would include the Ten Commandments, the Magna Carta and four other documents.
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.
Want to be the next Mat-Su Assembly member for District 4? Here’s how to apply
September 11, 2024
The seat was vacated this month when former Assembly member Rob Yundt abruptly resigned.
2 Mat-Su candidates removed from ballot over missed disclosure deadline
September 10, 2024
The removals leave the race for Mat-Su Borough Mayor uncontested.
A Mat-Su safety survey could help secure federal funds for future road improvements
September 10, 2024
The survey is open through Friday and focuses on the experiences of the region's most vulnerable road users.