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Coverage dated October 2, 2026

Unveiling budget, mayor says it’s likely Anchorage can evade major cuts for only 1 more year

Headline from Anchorage Daily News

The 2027 draft budget relies on eliminating vacant positions and one-time funding sources to close a $15 million deficit. The shortfall could double in 2028.

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  1. KBRW

    Anchorage Mayor LaFrance proposes relatively flat budget, warns of fiscal cliff next year (opens KBRW)

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    The proposed budget mostly keeps services funded at the same level, using about $12 million in one-time funding, in part, to balance a $15 million deficit.

  2. Anchorage Daily News

    Unveiling budget, mayor says it’s likely Anchorage can evade major cuts for only 1 more year (opens Anchorage Daily News)

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    The 2027 draft budget relies on eliminating vacant positions and one-time funding sources to close a $15 million deficit. The shortfall could double in 2028.

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