My colleagues and I find ourselves disappointed by the Republican Majority vote to increase spending to $500,000. We need to have functional offices for ourselves and our staff so we can serve our constituents, but I personally think that we have good options already. There is no need, in these tight fiscal times, to spend such an excessive amount of public funds on prettier chairs.
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Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: Thirteen days. Where are we?
Before moving to Juneau for the 90 day legislative session, I wrote a newsletter predicting the big issues for this year. Well, it’s day 77. Only thirteen days to go (assuming we do not go in to a special or “extended” session). In this newsletter, I want to give you an update on those issues and where they are in the legislative process.
Note from Rep. Gara: Good Urban and Rural Projects, and That Tennis Court.
A Newer, Safer, Stronger Covenant House
First, Covenant House opened a new facility in Anchorage – which the Legislature, private entities and foundations and others helped fund. And you might want to volunteer there after reading this – their number is 272-1255. I did last week on a pizza and movie outing, and plan to again.
Rep. Petersen’s Report from the Capitol: Muldoon Fire Station Open; Turning Waste Into Energy
Muldoon Fire Station 6 is open and operational! The dedication will be October 27th, from 1-4pm at 1301 Patterson St and I hope you’ll join me there.
The new station is located near Begich Middle School on Debarr to serve the Muldoon area. The new location will improve response times, which is important because every minute counts during an emergency. Senator Wielechowski and I worked hard to secure funding for the new fire station and we couldn’t have done it without strong support from the community. Thank you for making our neighborhoods safer!
Rep. Kerttula’s Juneau Newsletter: Cresting the Wave – Protecting and Enjoying Alaska’s Waters
Over the next few newsletters, I’ll recap this past session in greater detail. In this issue, I’ll address water-related issues like ocean acidification, tsunami debris, coastal management and boating safety.
Thank you for reading my newsletter. I appreciate hearing from you, so please stop by the office, call, write or email.