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Fairbanks North Star Borough air commission questions its role as vacancies persist
Summary
At a May 7 meeting commissioners reviewed the Air Pollution Control Commission’s advisory role after regulatory authority shifted to the state, discussed persistent vacancies (four of seven members currently seated) and debated whether to suspend regular meetings or keep quarterly sessions on the calendar.
Fairbanks — The Fairbanks North Star Borough Air Pollution Control Commission debated its ongoing role and how to handle persistent vacancies at its May 7 meeting, after a commissioner presented research on the commission’s statutory role and membership requirements.
Commission Chair Kathleen said the commission was established under chapter 4.12 of the borough ordinances and that it is intended to be a seven‑member body with three‑year terms and a four‑member quorum. “While Prop 4 removed the Bureau’s direct ability to regulate certain air quality measures, the APCC still has an opportunity to shape air quality policies, educate the public, propose legislature solutions and…
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