Mat-Su Assembly delays debate on sales tax proposal until May
March 16, 2026
The proposal asks the assembly to approve a ballot question regarding whether a sales tax should replace some of Mat-Su's property tax.
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Mat-Su data center plan in doubt after mayor’s veto
March 11, 2026
Mayor Edna DeVries has vetoed an assembly resolution backing a data center or other large energy consumption project.
Mat-Su Assembly kills proposal to raise member salaries
March 04, 2026
The proposal was designed bring Mat-Su assembly and mayoral salaries in step with the rate of inflation.
Mat-Su Assembly approves animal control takeover, tax shift for city residents
February 23, 2026
The update changes how city residents get help with animal issues, including lost pets.
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.
Borough officials hope a massive clean-up project can turn a Wasilla neighborhood around
September 03, 2025
The borough is looking for volunteers to help with the effort Sept. 11 to 13.