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Planning Director Alex Straun said the plan, developed with federal funds routed through the State of Alaska and consulting firm HDR, provides a long-term framework to manage access as the corridor develops. Straun said the plan is not a road-design project but a tool to guide future subdivision reviews, development proposals and road projects; it recommends aligning intersections, consolidating access, and in some cases creating frontage or backage roads or closing intersecting access points over time.

Several residents testified at the public hearing. Mason Jordan said a proposed access route would run through his dead-end street, affecting six homes on Burlwood Lane; Jordan said a commercial property owner (identified in the planning record as Sumner Properties) declined to sell land for a preferred frontage-road option and objected to the proposed placement of an access road through private front yards. Resident Renee Blake said she lives on East Serendipity Loop and urged the commission to avoid routing traffic through her neighborhood to reach North Larson Elementary Circle, citing school drop-off congestion, access to recreational fields and safety concerns for 83 homeowners in her area.

An Alaska Department of Transportation representative, Adam Bradway, said DOT supports the CAMP’s intent to minimize access and manage development along the corridor. Bradway said exact locations of frontage and backage roads will be determined during later design phases and that the plan’s recommendations are subject to additional public processes when individual projects move forward.

Straun told the commission that the plan provides multiple routing options in many areas and that when individual segments come up for funding there will be an additional public design process and hearings. He said the borough and state collaborated through the process and that the plan already served as a reference in recent reviews (Straun cited a recently permitted gravel pit as an example where the plan helped analysis).

Commissioner Lynn McCabe moved to advance Resolution 25-07; Commissioner Michael Collins seconded. After a brief opportunity for discussion and without objection, the commission approved the resolution unanimously.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Planning Commission Meeting - May 5, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Planning Commission on May 5 voted to support assembly adoption of the Bogard–Selden Corridor Access Management Plan, a long-term corridor access strategy developed with federal funding and engineering consultant HDR.","taxTitle","Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska","taxId",14460,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6568571,"Planning commission backs ordinance to add homeless shelters to conditional-use rules",383,1221000,1604000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3194411-e350017281c0c1506b65b37ea3fbddcb&start=1221&end=1604","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3194411-e350017281c0c1506b65b37ea3fbddcb/thumbnail_1221000.jpg","/articles/6568571/Matanuska-Susitna-Borough/Alaska/Planning-commission-backs-ordinance-to-add-homeless-shelters-to-conditional-use-rules","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6568571-d10ca109ffe977bf823e16e77780b1a3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771019023&Signature=Xu5LhLfdGlMuicYx-h~nby2dbTfww9N6~2z43LWt3UUGVljPr1MG~OjTIDMfBeMfZ-LVBiUOPvos4yfLeLAu65dJytruKYHQSa6YpayF5fS8oIDEMtMzICokJ7zD7ot8tOtX9eu3EcuLX8rwx9e4IAo7PCFi7VbTemYvULJlqQw55wsQK5VSoA0icCsD6XsAG234VAYq0LYOVyAwwejFRKHlmdF1mNg2Kyanwiczk6oJJbXzl-jJX9sD04ASMY-ilqiBSPc5x39~GmLVYoG2yIMwf7UoidrRlMZaQV3BHeH~smYq0eEXrjqKzhu5XMTCHWUBVhdkIUctl47xxkqdng__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Planning Commission on May 5 approved Resolution 25-06, recommending that the assembly adopt an ordinance amending MSB 17.60 to add homeless shelters to the borough’s conditional-use permit process for unincorporated areas.

Planning Director Alex Strahan told the commission the ordinance, requested by Assembly Member Sumner, inserts homeless shelters into the borough’s existing conditional-use code (MSB 17.60) and applies standards similar to other conditional uses. Those standards include minimum separation distances from schools, recreation centers and certain alcohol-related facilities, increased setbacks, minimum parking, requirements for a security plan and lighting that prevents glare on adjacent properties, landscaping, wastewater and fire marshal approvals. Strahan said decisions by the planning commission on such conditional uses would remain appealable to the borough Board of Adjustments and Appeals.

Commissioners asked where the proposed language originated; Strahan said standards had been drawn from existing sections of borough code and adapted to address likely impacts of shelter uses, including traffic and proximity to alcohol-related uses. Commissioner Lynn McCabe expressed concern about potential negative outcomes if shelters were not carefully sited; Strahan said the intent is to “get out in front of it” and establish review standards.

Public testimony was not offered on this resolution at the meeting. Commissioner McCabe moved the motion to advance Resolution 25-06; Commissioner Kurt Scoggin seconded. With no further discussion and no objections, the commission approved the resolution unanimously.

Strahan said the ordinance was referred by the assembly for a 60-day review; the planning commission recommendation will go back to the assembly for final action.","The commission voted to recommend an ordinance amending MSB 17.60 to require conditional-use permits and standards for homeless shelters located outside borough cities, including setback, parking, security and other standards.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6568576,"Planning commission approves conditional use permit for Fort Greene marijuana retail store with conditions",665,560000,1225000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3194411-e350017281c0c1506b65b37ea3fbddcb&start=560&end=1225","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3194411-e350017281c0c1506b65b37ea3fbddcb/thumbnail_560000.jpg","/articles/6568576/Matanuska-Susitna-Borough/Alaska/Planning-commission-approves-conditional-use-permit-for-Fort-Greene-marijuana-retail-store-with-conditions","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6568576-b840d5e90a13b675eab49416d71eea9e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771019023&Signature=RR2OPgBQDdxGu-AnMblxpdBH8ifze5g04-42AZuw-LWPbbM2Wi0QDPNcMKFpJsJkuVdDvP2odI8-p5LladLxwg8zEczCxt3z2WDwLqb7JKkKZrxtrfd0un4K-pIaimjtiF247NIY4h~G51lkS~W0OKwHmUCwb37p-YGMGDsXzN~jMQLfAhhjeNl0oBrTvAB6dx9fqyQiA-DDsWo9SJ86s~Tw~k8lr9k2Hor58ShzoS-0SYHHXdGFIN4ZOe9Z9aFDT2lt2gbbZBEJMG6jkSSpkE3mao8vCKA6nDUrWuYLXpx~l5fGN3FpH0ysAIlhD2TKrXd9LhfSD2EeHXKCnjZRSw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Planning Commission on May 5 approved Resolution 25-04, granting a conditional use permit to Fort Greene, Alaska to operate a marijuana retail facility at 7821 West Parks Highway.

The permit covers a commercial structure of approximately 1,237 square feet on a roughly 1-acre parcel in the Ralph Kilborn subdivision, within the Meadowlakes Community Council area. The approval includes a future drive-through window as part of the applicant’s plans.

Staff planner Rick Benedict told the commission that public notice was conducted under MSB 17.03 and that the application was evaluated against MSB 17.6 conditional-use standards. Benedict said the applicant had secured a marijuana retail license from the State of Alaska Marijuana Control Board in a delegated status pending planning approval, and that the proposed use is required by borough code to be no closer than 1,000 feet to school grounds. Benedict reported the closest schools, Little Hands Preschool and American Charter Academy, are about 2,200 feet from the site. He also said an approved plan review from the Alaska Fire Marshal indicates the structure will meet applicable state and Alaska fire codes.

Benedict reported site deficiencies observed during a staff visit on April 17: the required vehicle impact protection at a natural gas meter had not been installed, three proposed infiltration (drainage) areas were not yet constructed, and accessible parking spaces and access aisles did not meet ADA surfacing and signage standards. Based on those observations, staff recommended approval with eight conditions requiring corrections before operation or in phases tied to construction milestones.

Applicant Ryan McKay said the project team will install a protective cage around the gas meter, noting burying bollards in that location is not feasible because of existing gas lines. He said ADA parking and the drainage features are being completed and that the drive-through installation likely will be delayed until the safety measures are in place and before significant drive-through use begins. McKay said the team will provide photo documentation of completed infiltration areas to staff.

Commissioner Lynn McCabe moved to advance Resolution 25-04; Commissioner Kurt Scoggin seconded. With no discussion and no objections, the commission approved the resolution unanimously.

The resolution’s conditions require the applicant to install vehicle protection at the natural gas meter per fire marshal guidance, complete the drainage infiltration features and ADA-compliant accessible parking and signage, and otherwise comply with state Marijuana Control Board and applicable borough and fire-code requirements. Benedict noted the drive-through remains part of the permitted use but indicated practical steps tied to safety measures will determine its activation.

The planning commission record shows no written public comments and no responses from the Meadowlakes Community Council on the application.","The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Planning Commission voted to approve a conditional use permit for Fort Greene, Alaska to operate a marijuana retail store with a future drive-through at 7821 West Parks Highway, subject to conditions including vehicle protection for a nearby natural gas meter and completion of ADA and drainage work.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6568562,"Wilfred Fernandez unanimously elected chair of planning commission",132,2666000,2798000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3194411-e350017281c0c1506b65b37ea3fbddcb&start=2666&end=2798","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3194411-e350017281c0c1506b65b37ea3fbddcb/thumbnail_2666000.jpg","/articles/6568562/Matanuska-Susitna-Borough/Alaska/Wilfred-Fernandez-unanimously-elected-chair-of-planning-commission","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6568562-5a769bcc6a6325cd7ba492237f1e2440/orig.mp4?Expires=1771019023&Signature=c-7SvHQFir-KcBE5VjIBmAXsI0MrQwwD5qPoPeAgg7ELNohK797y-3VG2kClW2YV5KuOsN15aPdTUkYFhNfV-zV7tRHKD1vLL2y4ds9PFYge8w~zEYnGZuuT68kQYQ9SjIQMHxHKKbSi4Ps0QQIF-~AGvQ5MuwvBedZelWMgrR5QIG0nbc5elfTNBxVk5~VlVvP4s0SKK4aOj4VOvyoYqJ5he7XAvgeQpArcHGRL788I8c6SYv26wZF93d5x33l4ve~1o6h8gzGVlmn6NJN3ZXPdqfbmJccxrnVH1G2ORgOapGgk86WNMRPHioodL9pFXDnrILgrXmbJxzld3jf9Pg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the May 5 meeting the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Planning Commission held officer nominations and selected Wilfred Fernandez as chair.

Commissioner Michael Collins nominated Wilfred Fernandez; the nomination was seconded and, with no other nominations or objections, commissioners approved Fernandez unanimously. Commissioners also thanked outgoing officer(s) during the commissioner business portion of the agenda.

Fernandez thanked members and said he looked forward to serving as chair.","Commissioner Michael Collins nominated Wilfred Fernandez for chair. With no other nominations and no objections, the commission unanimously approved Fernandez as the new chair.","actionData","errors"]

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