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.
Crumbling concrete against Glenn Highway bridge under repair
September 25, 2025
Drivers reported concrete crumbling from a Glenn Highway bridge over the Matanuska River.
Mat-Su asks feds to forgive millions in failed ferry project grants
September 19, 2025
The appeal follows an August repayment demand from federal transit officials.
Mat-Su Assembly votes to add Kirk memorial statement to official borough election guide
September 17, 2025
The statement also recognizes "other victims of political violence."
Mat-Su Assembly rejects major overhaul to waterfront no-build zone
September 17, 2025
Assembly members said they plan to offer a series of alternative proposals.
Mat-Su bus service heads for borough takeover
September 15, 2025
Public bus service in Mat-Su will move under a $2.2 million borough contract starting Oct. 1.
Big Lake rec center set to reopen with fresh paint, expanded hours and new fees
September 11, 2025
The changes are part of a borough takeover of the community center.
Borough declares disaster after new Talkeetna riverbank damage, Petersville Road washouts
September 09, 2025
The flooding and road damage were triggered by heavy rains earlier this month.
Mat-Su to present case for gas tax at open house events
September 08, 2025
The events will give officials a chance to explain what the proposed tax would mean for Mat-Su residents -- and why they think it's necessary.
Mat-Su Borough ordered to repay $5.8 million in federal grants used for failed ferry project
September 04, 2025
The repayment covers a portion of the millions linked to the never-used Knik Arm ferry.