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2026 Mayor’s Arts and Community Grant recipients
Today, Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance announced the recipients of the 2026 Mayor’s Arts and Community Grants, as well as the second round of the “Beyond the Beige” grant initiative.These programs provide essential financial support to local nonprofits and cultural organizations fostering a more vibrant, connected, and resilient Anchorage.“I am proud to support our local nonprofits and cultural organizations as they work to strengthen our community,” said Mayor LaFrance. “Investing in their work is a
Mayor LaFrance proposes two ordinances to encourage housing development
Mayor Suzanne LaFrance is proposing two new property tax incentives to encourage the building of lower-cost homes in the Municipality, promote mixed-use development and improve housing affordability.The pair of proposed ordinances is part of the Mayor’s broader 10,000 Homes in Ten Years strategy."For our community to truly thrive, Anchorage families need a housing market where homeownership is actually within reach," said Mayor LaFrance. "These tax incentives address the housing shortage head-on by
ACDA Launches “Meet Me Downtown” to Celebrate the Heart of Anchorage
New campaign gives downtown businesses, restaurants, and event organizers a free platform to promote specials, events, and experiences ANCHORAGE, Alaska — June 4, 2026 - The Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA) is proud to announce the launch of “Meet Me Downtown,” a new community-focused campaign designed to celebrate the energy, businesses, events, dining, entertainment, and experiences that make Downtown Anchorage unique. Developed in partnership with Visit Anchorage, Municipality of
Assembly Members Propose Missing Middle Housing Overlay to Enable Housing Choice & Affordability
Assembly Members Baldwin Day & Martinez Propose Missing Middle Housing Overlay to Enable Housing Choice & Affordability June 1, 2026Today, Assembly Members Erin Baldwin Day & George Martinez released an ordinance designed to expand housing options in Anchorage and implement the land use goals outlined in the 2020 Comprehensive Plan and 2040 Land Use Plan through a new zoning overlay for Missing Middle Housing. The proposed overlay would allow development of “missing middle” housing types — including
Mayor LaFrance provides update on public safety initiatives and enforcement successes
May 27, 2026Mayor LaFrance provides update on public safety initiatives and enforcement successesToday, Mayor Suzanne LaFrance, Anchorage Police Department Chief Sean Case, and Anchorage Fire Department Assistant Chief Ben Lewis gave a comprehensive update on the Municipality’s ongoing efforts to enhance public safety, increase accountability, and provide critical crisis resources to residents.The update highlighted significant progress in addressing retail theft and the enforcement of new local ordinances
