Assembly reviews bear and garbage mitigation options; pilot containers, education suggested
After a multi-agency meeting, the assembly heard proposals for pilot placement of secured containers, public education on bear straps, and selective deployment of containers serviced by existing trucks; public works corrected cost estimates for large dumpsters to about $20,000 apiece.
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Assembly members and staff summarized a meeting with Alaska Department of Fish & Game, state wildlife trooper, police and school staff on rising bear activity and trash attractants. Member Mucci and the mayor said attendees favored proactive trials including demonstration of bear straps, public education, and limited placement of secured 96- and 64-gallon containers in high-bear areas.
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