Giessel-Newsletter

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Senate Bill 88 passed the Senate floor on Wednesday, Jan 31, by a vote of 12-5. I’ve outlined the bill in several past newsletters so I won’t do that again. (Past newsletters can be found here)

Dear Friends and Neighbors, It’s snowing in Juneau. Wet, heavy, lots of feet of snow. Road clearing is an issue. Anchorage is familiar with this scenario!

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Welcome to the 2nd session of the 33rd Legislature! Things are busy already; everyone is here to work and get things done.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, My staff and I are in the process of moving to Juneau. My office will be up and fully functional by Sunday (Jan. 14) or around then.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, As the start of the next Legislative session approaches, there is lots of speculation about priorities, potential accomplishments and more.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, I wish you a peaceful conclusion to 2023, and a challenging but fruitful 2024.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Happy Winter Solstice! We start to gain daylight tomorrow. Today’s sunlight:

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This is the last year that Chef Joe Hickel will be building this amazing gingerbread village in the lobby of the Hotel Captain Cook. Don’t miss seeing it. Every year, for decades, we have gone to see the village.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Finance and Revenue forecasts are due by December 15 from the Governor. As is stated often, budgets reflect values.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Happy Hanukkah!