News for Government
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
July 1, 2025Mayor LaFrance celebrates accomplishments from year one in officeToday marks one full year in office for Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance and her team. Since July 1, 2024, the Mayor has been laser-focused on five priority areas: Improving public safety, building more housing, addressing homelessness, restoring good government, and building Anchorage’s future through economic ...read more
Categories: Community, Economic, Government, Members, Press Release
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Mayor Suzanne LaFranceMunicipality of AnchorageJune 25, 2025Mayor LaFrance proposes faster intervention for prohibited camping in specific safety areas and unauthorized structures on public landsOn Tuesday, Mayor Suzanne LaFrance proposed an ordinance to accelerate intervention for prohibited camping in specific areas of the ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Government
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Mayor Suzanne LaFranceMunicipality of Anchorage June 26, 2025Mayor LaFrance launches major AnchorageChild Care and Early Education Fund investmentsMayor Suzanne LaFrance today announced the first disbursement of funds from the Alaska Child Care and Early Education (ACCEE) Fund, a landmark initiative made possible by Proposition 14, co-sponsored by Mayor LaFrance and Assembly Member Kameron ...read more
Categories: Community, Government, Press Release
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
The Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA) requests proposals from qualified contractors to construct and/or procure between 16 and 30 Microunits and design and develop the site, including associated utility connections and infrastructure.
The successful bidder will bring the required expertise to the project to deliver a product that meets project specifications and budget within a ...read more
Categories: Economic, Government, Members, Press Release
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Downtown Comes Alive: “Let’s Paint Nordy’s” Mural Reveal with Mayor LaFrance, Artist Rhonda Scott & Community Celebration June 20!FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 18, 2025Anchorage, AK — The community is invited to a vibrant celebration of Anchorage’s newest public art project, “Let’s Paint Nordy’s,” on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 1:00 to 1:30 PM at the old Nordstrom building in downtown Anchorage. This ...read more
Categories: Community, Economic, Events, Government, Members, Press Release
Monday, June 16, 2025
Public safety is the number one responsibility of local government. As part of Mayor LaFrance’s effort to improve safety and access to public spaces for all residents, we continue to make strong progress abating encampments on public land. The administration has cleared 27 camps since coming into office and will continue to abate encampments that create safety concerns for residents. Below is a ...read more
Categories: Community, Diversity & Inclusion, Government, Members, Press Release
Monday, June 09, 2025
Each year, the mayor of the Municipality of Anchorage awards grants to local nonprofits who serve the community. This long-standing tradition provides support and recognition for organizations dedicated to addressing community needs.
This year, $312,431 was available for award, and 42 organizations were selected to receive a range of funding for projects that dovetail with Mayor LaFrance's ...read more
Categories: Diversity & Inclusion, Members, Community, Government, Press Release
Monday, June 09, 2025
When Anchorage voters approved the alcohol tax in 2020, they dedicated the revenue to addressing public safety, child abuse and domestic violence, addiction and behavioral health, and homelessness. Five years later, the Municipality collects about $15 million every year from the tax, driving investments in a safer and healthier community.READ: Golden Lion Becomes Housing for Low-Income ...read more
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