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Informational program and update on US Coast Guard activities and responsibilities in Western Alaska and US Arctic area
&##127754; You’re Invited! Thursday, September 18, 2025 | 6:00 PM &##128205; Coast Inn at Lake Hood | 3450 Aviation Ave Join us for an evening of connection and insight with a distinguished leader in maritime safety and security. Program Highlight: &##127894;️ Guest SpeakerCAPT Christopher A. Culpepper, USCG Commanding Officer, Sector Western Alaska & U.S. Arctic Captain Culpepper is responsible for marine safety, security, and environmental stewardship throughout the U.S. Arctic and Western
Office of the Mayor Announces Two Executive Appointments
Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance on Thursday announced two new executive appointments to her administration, selecting Shanna Gamble as Director of Parks and Recreation and Mike Abbott as Interim Director of the Don Young Port of Alaska. Shanna Gamble has been leading Parks and Recreation as acting director since April, and Mayor LaFrance appointed Gamble to permanently lead the department. Gamble’s appointment is scheduled for confirmation at the next Assembly meeting. Gamble joined the Municipality in
Mayor LaFrance highlights Port of Alaska’s national significance during three visits from federal of
A visit Monday to the Don Young Port of Alaska by Dale R. Marks, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment, marked the third high-level federal visit to the port in just one week, underscoring its national importance.Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance hosted the tour and briefing alongside Acting Port Director Jim Jager and Colonel Lisa M. Mabbutt, Commander of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER).Assistant Secretary Marks’ visit follows tours last Tuesday by U.S. Secretary
