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Anchorage Mayoral Runoff Election | |
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They're sending out the vote-by-mail ballots for the Anchorage Mayoral runoff today, April 30th.If you voted by mail in the Anchorage Municipal General Election, you should receive your runoff ballot to the same address. Ballots are due by Tuesday, May 14th.
If you will be travelling during the election, you can apply to have your ballot mailed to a temporary address. Or you can vote by email. All three Anchorage vote centers will also be open for in-person voting starting May 7th: City Hall, Loussac Library, and Eagle River Town Center.
For questions about the Anchorage runoff election, please visit the Anchorage Municipal Elections page.
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Brain Injury Awareness Month | |
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Last week, the governor signed Senate Bill 46 to designate March as Brain Injury Awareness Month. Between 3.2 and 5 million Americans live with traumatic brain injuries, and Alaska has one of the highest rates of traumatic brain injuries in the nation. Raising awareness about traumatic brain injuries can help encourage preventative measures, such as wearing a seatbelt while driving and wearing a helmet while biking.
I'm proud to support this measure to increase awareness for Alaskans living with traumatic brain injuries.
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Last week, the governor signed Senate Bill 93 into law. This bill increases the maximum allowable payout from the Alaska Fishermen's Fund from $10,000 to $15,000. The fund, which is currently valued at around $14 million, dates from before statehood provides medical reimbursements to fishermen, who are not covered under the Alaska Worker's Compensation Act. The fund acts as a last resort for fishermen who are injured on the job to pay their medical bills.
The fund is administered by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development and is self-funded through licensing permits and fees. To ensure financial stability of the fund, the bill contains a provision that if the value of the fund falls below $7.5 million, the maximum payout will return to $10,000.
Commercial fishing is an important part of Alaska's economy. I am proud to support this bill and the members of Alaska's fishing industry.
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The Way Forward
Last week, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on The Way Forward: Report of the Alyce Spotted Bear & Walter Soboleff Commission on Native Children. To watch the recording of our committee meeting, please watch the archive on Gavel Alaska. To read that report and learn more about the work of the Commission, please see last week's newsletter.
During the presentation, the committee viewed the film "Our Future Ancestors: A Story of Education in Alaska," by Cook Inlet Tribal Council. In working on the challenges and opportunities for Native children, it is critical to address the history of education in tribes and villages. You can view that film below:
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Turnagain Community Council
When: Thursday, May 2nd from 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Where: Online via zoom. Click here for details.
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Anchorage Citywide Cleanup
When: May 4th, 10 am - 1:30 pm
Where: Westchester Lagoon
It’s springtime in Alaska and that means it’s time for the Anchorage Chamber Citywide Cleanup presented by Matson. Come out to Margaret Eagan Sullivan Park at Westchester Lagoon on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. to register your crew, pick up bags, drop off trash, and learn how you can win $5,000 in prizes by cleaning up Anchorage.
So mark your calendars and we’ll see you at the Citywide Cleanup Kickoff. For more information, visit the event page.
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Spenardagain Neighborhood Cleanup
When: May 11, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: RMG Real Estate, 1900 West Benson Boulevard Anchorage, AK 99517
Welcome to the Spenardagain Neighborhood Clean Up! Join RMG Real Estate for a day of community service and fun. Let's work together to keep our neighborhood clean and beautiful. There will be dumpsters for trash drop off, recycling bins, and more!
Whether you're a long-time resident or new to the area, everyone is welcome to participate. Bring your friends, family, or even your furry companions to help out. Let's show our neighborhood some love! Together, we can make a positive impact and create a cleaner environment for all. For more information, visit the event page.
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Anchorage Bike to Work Day
When: Friday, May 17th from 7:00 - 9:00 AM and 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Where: Various locations around Anchorage bikepaths
For more information and a map of participating stations, visit the event webpage.
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As always, please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
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CONTACT INFORMATION
(907) 465-4919
Sen.Matt.Claman@akleg.gov
State Capitol Bldg. Rm 429
Juneau, Alaska 99801
https://www.alaskasenate.org/matt-claman/
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CONTACT THE GOVERNOR
(907) 465-3500
550 West 7th Ave. Suite 1700
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
STATE OF ALASKA
State Info: (907) 269-5111
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