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.
Free annual $25 Mat-Su landfill coupon now available
April 14, 2025
Mat-Su property owners must register online to receive this annual benefit.
Borough to propose Mat-Su property tax bump as part of annual budget
April 11, 2025
The budget proposal includes voter-approved funding for road and school construction.
Alaska Head Start programs in limbo after regional office closed by U.S. Health Secretary
April 10, 2025
The Seattle-based Region 10 office supports CCS Early Learning in Mat-Su.
Mat-Su residents can get free smoke alarms, reflective address signs
April 10, 2025
The signs and alarms are available through a pair of borough safety programs.
State updates work, closure dates for Knik River Bridge project
April 03, 2025
Drivers should expect significant backups and delays, officials said.
Mat-Su expands 2 Road Service boards despite area-wide volunteer shortages
April 02, 2025
The change increases the boards from three members to five.
'No getting on that bridge': Glenn Highway bridge closures, detours to cause major delays
March 21, 2025
The northbound span of the Knik River bridge will close for at least 30 days starting next month.
Mat-Su election law update allows more poll watchers, reaffirms ballot hand count rule
March 20, 2025
The update allows political parties to send poll watchers during borough elections.
Wasilla pool reopens as officials prep lesson system overhaul
March 17, 2025
The new online pool system will also allow open swim pre-registration.