The assembly unanimously adopted Ordinance 26-107 and Resolution 26-97 to accept $2.5 million from the Mat‑Su Health Foundation to install refrigeration, dasher boards and plexiglass at the Big Lake Lions Recreation Center, a move supporters said will expand year‑round ice access.

Matanuska-Susitna Borough — Oct 21, 2026

Residents press assembly for study, transparency on proposed data centers

Oct 21, 2026

Assembly rejects resolution demanding school start change; members call for joint discussion

Oct 21, 2026

Library board outlines review process as commenters denounce book challenges

Oct 21, 2026

Assembly defeats amendment to re-open southern alignment study for Inkstrom Road corridor

Oct 21, 2026

Gis Analysis

Planning director: GIS analysis flags 763 lakefront structures likely out of compliance with 75‑foot setback

Oct 21, 2026

Public Engagement

North Lakes Community Council and residents push for 6‑month task force on setback policy

Oct 21, 2026

Shoreline Permitting

Assembly debates 48‑hour shoreline compliance window, seeks clearer permitting rules

Oct 21, 2026

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In 2024, Matanuska-Susitna Borough was less favorable than communities in Alaska on average travel time to work.

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Oct 21Assemby Regular MeetingAssembly did not approve further study or funding for Southern Route at this time.Oct 21Assembly Special MeetingAssembly used the presentation as context for considering registration windows, permit changes, and testing.Oct 21Assembly Special MeetingHow to balance fairness for past violators against the need for future compliance Oct 20Port Mac Rail UpdateFunding award announced; no local legislative vote recorded in the transcript

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Assembly members debate registration window, pavement rules and water testing as paths to compliance

Oct 21, 2026

Some assembly members favor resetting shoreline compliance and grandfathering existing properties

Oct 21, 2026

Matanuska-Susitna Assembly reopens debate over 75‑foot water‑body setbacks

Oct 21, 2026

Assembly members urge restoration of volunteer lake water‑quality testing

Oct 21, 2026