Anchorage Assembly Approves $657M Budget, Proposes Sales Tax

The Anchorage Assembly approved a $657 million budget for 2026, largely mirroring Mayor LaFrances proposal. The budget focuses on housing, infrastructure, and public safety, but lacks funds for additional firefighters and health department repairs. Despite being under the tax cap, the city still faces funding challenges, leading to a proposed three percent sales tax. Assembly members suggested cuts, but most were not approved. A package of amendments reduced the budget by $24,000, including funds for a comprehensive plan and free bus days for seniors. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.