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Assembly accepts Denali Commission matching funds for separated pathways
Summary
The assembly unanimously approved ordinance 25-16 to accept and allocate up to $300,000 in Denali Commission match funds for separated pathways near the school; members discussed fund obligation language and timing for deobligation before voting.
The Denali Borough Assembly voted unanimously on Dec. 3, 2025, to accept Denali Commission matching funds (discussed in the meeting as up to $300,000) for separated pedestrian/bicycle pathways that will connect to the school.
Assembly members and staff discussed technical language about whether allocated Denali Commission funds would remain obligated if unspent and whether the ordinance should include automatic deobligation. Staff advised that Allison (treasurer) had reviewed the ordinance, there was no time-critical deadline requiring immediate action, and the borough could reallocate unused funds later by ordinance if needed.
Why it matters: The funds are intended to reduce the borough's share of a local pathway project and help make the project financially viable for construction and engineering. Members said using the Denali Commission program matched the program's goal of moving ready-to-construct projects across the finish line.
Vote: The ordinance passed by unanimous roll-call vote of the assembly.
Next steps: Staff will coordinate on design and reimbursement details; the assembly discussed using the funds for design and engineering as reimbursable costs and reserving the larger match until construction funding is required.
