Published: Feb. 28, 2023 at 7:35 PM PST | Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 9:29 PM PST. The start of the recall petition initially targeted four sitting council members and began in the fall of 2021. Left-leaning candidates Julie Berberich (an incumbent) and Lee Henrikson were far behind the two conservatives, incumbent Steve Carrington and newcomer Pamela Melin. The Friday Fling was an idea birthed from the adhoc downtown merchants group. [1] Federal officials The current members of the U.S. Senate from Alaska are: To view a map of U.S. House districts in Alaska and find your representative, click here . The high stakes Palmer recall vote is officially set for Tuesday, but as of the April 16 tally, 318 residents had already swung by City Hall or mailed in their ballots early. Its good to hear that the city is working on online payment of sale tax thats one issue that I have wanted to see. Click here to support Alaska Watchman reporting. It has grown and flourished over the years. APC 5,562. Receive the digital, interactive PDF of the newspaper in your inbox. PDP 2,358. . Keke Palmer is a mother! We also visited @JamesCityCounty Director of Elections, Dianna Moorman, who recently testified to the @EACgov on poll worker recruitment best practices and continues to administer top quality elections. 231 West Evergreen Avenue Half of the Legislative Council is not up for re-election. play_arrow. Twice Oscar-nominated Avengers actor Jeremy Renner is putting in the work, both physically and mentally, following his near-fatal New Year's Day snowplow Located 42 miles northeast of Anchorage on Palmer Public Library Closed Until Further Notice, Click Here For More Information, City Offices Closed on February 20th for Presidents Day, Community Center (Depot) & Downtown Pavillion. 231 West Evergreen Avenue Palmer, AK 99645. Alaskas News Source reached out to recall petitioner Cindy Hudgins and recall campaign treasurer Jacquelyn Goforth for comment but they declined to comment. Our reports look to inform and equip Alaskans to effectively engage the culture for the common good. Copyright 2023 - Alaska Watchman All Rights Reserved, Conservatives lead city council, mayoral races in Palmer & Wasilla, Fairbanks conservatives lead in 6 of 8 races on election night, Is the Anchorage School District breaking the law by offering graphic sexbooks to kids, OPINION: Vilifying truth-tellers in Alaska and beyond. From left, Palmer City Council Members Sabrena Combs, Brian Daniels and Jill Valerius are up for a recall vote on April 19. This tool will not provide information for individuals who chose to keep their residence address private. Q: Why did you decide to run for City Council and why do you feel Palmer residents should vote for you? Other public mayoral forums have been scheduled for the following dates: Tuesday, March 7, Palmer Land Conservancy Mayoral Candidate Forum, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at Ivywild . Elections occur every two years for the Mayor (2-year term) and Board of Trustees (4-year terms) -. Click here to see unofficial results. The Palmer Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 22-008, passed October 11, 2022. A: As a business owner myself, I take into consideration the effect on local businesses every decision we make as a Council. My style is to collaborate, build consensus, and work with others to achieve goals. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. The request for an absentee ballot must be received by the City Clerks Office no later than Friday, April 8, by 4 p.m. Click here to learn more about the recall effort. The Alaska Watchman aims to raise awareness of key issues affecting Alaskans. PDP 7,203. I would like to pursue economic development of the Mat Maid block. The requested information could not be loaded. This translates pretty well into how I approach service on the council. The April 2021 Annexation Report by Agnew::Beck is a good place to start. Many of our children are missing [] Copyright 2022 KTUU. Three other candidates, who the city council chose earlier this year to temporarily replace three left-leaning council members who voters recalled, were headed to victory. The city is limited in retail, commercial, and residential growth by its five-square mile area. The list also. The candidates each completed questionnaires for the Frontiersman. In April, Russians started violently dispersing the ongoing protests, shooting at unarmed civilians. Part of the trade that sent Kevin Durant to Phoenix, Bridges has reached 30 or more points in three of Brooklyn's last six games. The last day of early, in-person voting for the recall election will be on Monday, April 18, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., atCity Hall (231 W. Evergreen Ave., Palmer, AK 99645). Combs works in community relations for Palmer-based Matanuska Electric Association, Valerius is a doctor who started a medical practice in Palmer and Daniels is co-owner of 203 Kombucha, a Palmer business. 9:55 a.m., ESPN2 Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying from Sakhir. Those in Precinct 11-075 can vote in the Mat Su Borough Gym. The Mayor's seat currently held by Glant . Ald. NBC/Will Heath Keke Palmer is a mother! Click hereto see the unofficial results. The council already includes one appointed member. by Chris Palmer. . var today = new Date() Users should contact the city clerks office for ordinances passed subsequent to the ordinance cited above. Three Palmer city council members are being recalled, according to updated results of a special election held this week. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Joel is an award winning journalist and has been reporting for over 20 years, He is a proud father of 8 children, and lives in Palmer, Alaska. Generally regarded as a conservative, Sumner donated $500 to oppose recalling City Council Members Sabrena Combs, Brian Daniels and Jill Valerius. On the ballot before voters in the city of Palmer is a recall petition for council members Brian Daniels, Sabrena Combs and Jill Valerius. A city-funded investigative report released before the recall effort got underway, however, found the council members participated in discussion with comments and likes rather than overtly debating public policy. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Palmers unofficial election results will be updated after the Canvass Board completes the ballot count on Friday, Oct. 8, after 4 pm. While Sumner said he hates to give money to Democrats, he opposes the recall because he believes most recalls simply undermine the effectiveness of elected officials. Budget Procedure and General Finance Provisions, Special Assessments and Public Improvements. Later that month on Aug. 24, council member Richard Best moved to direct City Manager John Moosey to have an investigation of the alleged violations conducted by an independent law firm based on the claims made by Coons. Coming from a broadly Judeo-Christian perspective, we are committed to the highest standards of journalism and ethical reporting. The investigation concluded that the council members private discourse in a closed Facebook group was a violation of Alaskas Open Meetings Act, and a failure to perform their duties of office. 6:25 a.m., ESPN2 Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix practice from Sakhir. Joel is an award winning journalist and has been reporting for over 20 years, He is a proud father of 8 children, and lives in Palmer, Alaska. Our reports look to inform and equip Alaskans to effectively engage the culture for the common good. Thats nearly half the turnout from the last regular election and the official April 19 election day hasnt even arrived. Nicknamed the "City of Lakes", Minneapolis is abundant in water, with thirteen lakes, wetlands, the Mississippi . You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Competitive pay would help create a stable force. "That's the moment she wants . This would improve walkability and bikeability in our town since safety is a first step. Chief Shelton told me that he would like to be able to schedule more unallocated time for his officers so that they can do traffic stops, visit businesses, and just be out in the community. Unofficial Election Results are on the website! I am heavily invested in Palmer and the economic success of Palmer. A: I do not feel there needs to be policy or procedure changes to the Palmer Police Department. I hope to expand commercial and retail development in the city through annexation. play_arrow. The Recall Palmer Three group accused the trio of secretly planning action on mask mandates and police oversight during backdoor meetings on the social media platform. Voters who wish to cast their ballots on Election Day can vote at either of the two precincts at the Dorothy Swanda Jones Matanuska-Susitna Borough building. The investigation revealed that the four councilmembers likely broke state law. BOSTON (AP) Mikal Bridges scored 38 points and the Brooklyn Nets overcame a 28-point deficit to stun the Boston Celtics 115-105 on Friday night. The city had 5,888 residents as of 2020, according to the United States Census Bureau. Election Day is October 4, 2022 The polls are open from 7:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m. Below are the two City of Palmer precinct locations: 25-320: Mat-Su Borough Building - Assembly Chambers (350 E. Dahlia Avenue) 25-325: Mat-Su Borough School District Administration Building (501 N Gulkana Street) Early In Person Voting: NNPP 301 . These classes are good but what is more important are the people. A legal review was produced by Brandt-Erichsen for both alleged violations, which were then distributed to the council under attorney-client privilege on Sept. 15. I would like to see additional use of safe and effective traffic calming methods on our streets. In the days leading up to the Palmer election, Berberich was the subject of a city investigation into whether she and three other council members violated Alaskas Open Meetings Act by discussing city matters in a private far-left Facebook page, Mat-Su Moms for Social Justice, which was closed to the public. Election day is Oct. 5 and polling places are located at the Dorothy Swanda Jones Mat-Su Borough building. With early voting in Palmer now underway to recall three far-left city council members, political lines have been drawn in the small Mat-Su town. The Town Clerk is the designated election official for elections in the Town of Palmer Lake. This has been a long time coming and something I think all our city council wants to see. Published Mar 1, 2023. Create a password that only you will remember. A majority of voters backed the recall of Sabrena Combs, Jill Valerius and Brian Daniels after an unofficial ballot count wrapped up Friday. In Palmer, incumbent Mayor Steve Carrington won unopposed, while fellow conservatives on the city council Carolina Anzilotti and Richard Best had comfortable leads. The hotly-contested At-Large Division II race was almost projected to be a runoff between former State Rep. JP Morrell and City Council member Kristin Gisleson Palmer until the very end, when all . A majority of voters backed the recall of Sabrena Combs, Jill Valerius and . Joshua Macias and Antonio Lamotta were each sentenced to 11 to 23 months behind . We dont need to be wasting time and money on this. Joel is Editor-in-Chief of the Alaska Watchman. Those who live in Precinct 11-070 should go to the Borough Assembly Chambers. Palmer council members that attend the Alaska Municipal League newly elected official training are given instruction on how the Open Meetings Act affects their communication, and are given updates once a year by the city attorney. But ultimately there is far more tedious but important things that we deal with on a local level that we have been unable to do because of these huge distractions.. AHOADA EAST LGA. Thousands of dollars have been raised both supporting and opposing the recall election of the three council members for alleged violations of the Open Meetings Act that sparked two separate investigations by a Ketchikan law firm. or anything. Copyright "Awww," Tom Brady wrote, adding a red heart emoji. The special election is Tuesday with polling places in Mat Su Assembly chambers and the Mat-Su Borough gym. City of Palmer October 3, 2023, Regular Election. The election results will be certified May 3. Our reports look to inform and equip Alaskans to effectively engage the culture for the common good. The Palmer Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 22-008, passed October 11, 2022. We'd love to hear eyewitness On Monday during the Wasilla City Council meeting, the results from the Oct. 4 elections were certified. On Aug. 10, Lazy Mountain resident Mike Coons alleged that four council members participating in the closed Mat-Su Moms for Social Justice Facebook group had committed Open Meetings Act violations in 2020. person will not be tolerated. Don't knowingly lie about anyone A: If there hasnt been a recent survey of what Palmer businesses would like from the city, that is a good starting point. Like everyone who runs for Council, I love Palmer. document.write(year) After being a mom for a month, Heather Rae El Moussa has come to a sinking realization: being a mom is exhausting! Many community leaders, on both the left and right, have taken opposing sides on the recall election, which began with early voting on April 4. The leftist organization advocates for issues such as critical race theory, community oversight of police, city mask mandates, Black Lives Matter protest marches and other pet causes of the far left. The city administration has prepared to run the. document.write(year) 2022 Anchorage Daily News. 103.7 MikeFM Your Hill Country Mix Tape. Please keep your comments respectful. Its a win all around. A runoff election is scheduled for April 4, 2023. LP 62,451. The information available through the Voter Information tool is pursuant to AS 15.07.195. These include a number of prominent, conservative business owners. More importantly, a good trusting partner. Joel is Editor-in-Chief of the Alaska Watchman. Taking to Instagram the actress, 29, announced she welcomed her first child -- a baby boy -- with Darius Jackson. With 189 provisional ballots still left to tally, former State Representative Colleen Sullivan-Leonard was comfortably ahead of incumbent and fellow conservative Jordan Rausa 128 to 55. Court ruling may give Anchorage School Board pause in barring parents from testifying against sex books, Alaska deaths outpace births by widest margin since 1951, Founding member of Covenant House AK details how youth shelter deliberately rejected its faith-based morals. accounts, the history behind an article. 1:30 p.m., FS2 NASCAR Cup Pennzoil 400 . They estimated the cost of holding the special election at between $8,000 and $10,000. This site does not support Internet Explorer. Pine City, NY 14871 607-259-9262 . The key to annexation is letting affected land owners know in an unbiassed way what it will actually mean for them. If people know of specific problems, please contact me. Early, in-person voting for the recall election will be held Monday through Friday beginning on April 4 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at City Hall (231 W. Evergreen Ave., Palmer, AK 99645). The Sporting Exchange Limited. Polling Place Location. Other special elections may be called from time to time by the City Council. Click here for the latest updates. Click here to support Alaska Watchman reporting. The Palmer Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 22-008, passed October 11, 2022. According to state voter rolls, Palmer has 4,920 registered voters within the city limits, which means there are many more potential ballots that could be cast over the next few days. You have permission to edit this article. Click here to support Alaska Watchman reporting. Commissioner - Sperry Navone (R) Election Commissioner - Jim Hare (D) . This year's election is scheduled for October 7. Edna DeVries won her bid for Matanuska-Susitna Borough Mayor and her seat was vacated. I would like to see our dirt roads finally get paved! You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. The most recent campaign disclosures show each side drawing money from well-known movers and shakers in the community. A: I like Palmer and giving back to my community. Joel is an award winning journalist and has been reporting for over 20 years, He is a proud father of 8 children, and lives in Palmer, Alaska. It has since been made public at the request of the council. I will use my time wisely to find ways to partner with businesses and community leaders to discuss and solve real problems not perceived problems or personal agendas. Im pretty familiar with it, Combs said. 231 West Evergreen Avenue As of March 22, the pro-recall group has brought in $7,150 from 11 donors. The leftist organization advocates for issues such as critical race theory, community oversight of police, city mask mandates, Black Lives Matter protest marches and other causes. Read More Happenings Events Newsletters Press Releases Home of the Alaska State Fair Palmer residents can click here to see which voter precinct they live in. For additional information about the upcoming recall election, visit the City of Palmer Elections page or call the City Clerks Office at (907) 761-1301. I dont think you should be violating the Open Meetings Act, but I think we should reserve recalls for exceptional things, like if someone is embezzling money and committing a violation of the criminal code.. Click here to learn more about the reasons behind the recall effort. 1. I want to address this. The last times they reached the state finals was when they repeated as state champions in 2017 and 2018. PALMER, Alaska (KTUU) - Early voting in Palmer's special recall election began on Monday and will continue at Palmer City Hall until Election Day on April 19. Palmer, AK 99645. However, screenshots of the legal memo were shared on local Facebook groups on Oct. 1. The three are accused of holding . The anti-recall side has received $6,227 from 29 donors, most of whom are vocal supporters of left-leaning activism that has developed in the Mat-Su area in recent years. a Ketchikan-based law firm for up to $4,000 to conduct an investigation to determine if the Facebook group activity constituted a violation of the Open Meetings Act. The Palmer City Hall, located in Palmer, TX, provides municipal services for residents of Palmer. According to state voter rolls, Palmer has 4,920 registered voters within the city limits, which means there are many more potential ballots that could be cast over the next few days. She has served in #Virginia elections for 18 years. According to thecity financed investigation, the council members in question discussed mask mandates and other controversial matters in the private online group. Please keep your comments respectful. Office Hours Notices and updates regarding the election will be provided as available. . I would support annexing the areas that Agnew Beck has identified as making the most sense economically in order to provide orderly growth and development of our town. Palmer city council recall Officeholders Brian Daniels Jill Valerius Sabrena Combs Julie Berberich Recall status Recall approved (Daniels, Valerius, and Combs) Did not go to a vote (Berberich) Recall election date April 19, 2022 Signature requirement 169 signatures See also Recall overview Political recall efforts, 2022 Recalls in Alaska Its a scary thing that four of the seven people on the council could be appointed representing our city, Combs said. My husband and I have a very good relationship with Palmer PD. Federal elections The city of Chicago, Illinois, is holding general elections for mayor, city clerk, city treasurer, city council, and police district councils on February 28, 2023. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. They were sneaking and conniving and we dont want them in our council..
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