Government
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Government is composed of a Mayor and the Assembly which serves as the Borough's legislative body. It sets policy, adopts the annual budget, enacts ordinances, and appoints the Borough Manager, Borough Clerk, and Borough Attorney.
Elected
Officers
Borough Clerk
Administers municipal elections, records management officer, parliamentary advisor to the Assembly, Assembly support, and initiative/referendum petitions.
Borough Manager
Oversees daily operations, implements policy, and supports Borough governance.
Borough Attorney
Provides legal counsel, drafts documents, and represents Borough in proceedings.
Boards & Commissions
Resources
Announcement & Public Notices
2025 Personal Use Christmas Tree Cutting Area (MSB008249)
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough’s Personal Use Christmas Tree Cutting Area will be open November 22 through December 25, 2025. Permits are required prior to cutting a tree.
2025 Personal Use Christmas Tree Cutting Area (MSB008249)
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough’s Personal Use Christmas Tree Cutting Area will be open November 22 through December 25, 2025. Permits are required prior to cutting a tree.
MSB008246 - Moose Creek Lake Salvage Timber Sale and Firewood Area
Land & Resource Management Division is proposing an outcry auction salvage timber sale on Borough owned parcel located along S. Trail Ridge Road, south of Petersville Road at Milepost 8, west of Trapper Creek.
Public Hearing Notice for Conditional Use Permit Application for a Marijuana Retail Facility
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing concerning the application on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Borough Assembly Chambers at 350 E. Dahlia Avenue in Palmer.
Avoid Third-Party Bill Pay Providers for Borough Payments
Some third-party websites that are not affiliated with the Borough suggest they are a valid way to pay your Borough bills. In reality, they add extra fees, omit essential payment details, cause delays, and increase the risk of errors.
Seasonal Road Closures
Seasonal closure of Borough managed rights-of-way to construction starts at 5 p.m. on November 7, 2025