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Anchorage Assembly Meeting Summary – September 16, 2026

Assembly & Committee Meetings — Wednesday, September 16, 2026
BodyAnchorage, Alaska
SessionAssembly & Committee Meetings
DateWednesday, September 16, 2026
StatusFILED
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2:21

It's so it's so sick.

2:50

Maybe I can find me if I look hard.

3:03

The reason you're here is it cards of your teeth and it's very much you watching.

5:00

Nothing's better than being home with your loved ones you won't be alone when it's cold out you'll be in warm in your own bed in front of the storm Home is calling when you feel a drift it'll always be there and never miss life is got you all around you never feel you got your feet on the ground home sweet home is where I wanna be home sweet home a place to find some peace you are freedom wants to come but you never know until it's all said and done you can stay home all night and day resting your mind keeping all bad thoughts away home sweet home is where I wanna be home sweet home a place to find some peace turn back home sweet home is where I wanna be home sweet home a place to find some peace nothing's better than being home with your love once you won't be alone when it's cold out you'll be in warm in your own bed and from the storm how does one know how does one see how does one be anything at all does one does one see how does one be anything at all still I like it like that love has its cost no more back on by does one be anything at all does one home how does one how does one be anything at all how does one still I like it like that has a cost on by how does one does once how does one be anything at all does one does one see how does one be anything at all fresh from palm trees ready make good so fright cause you was on your own time coming don't stop running burning the leaves in the backyard summers flowers and a breeze keep warming me tired of the priest keep warning me seconds from the least it's hard to treat too scared to breathe for my belief the land of freedom the land for me too scared to sink to scared to be

10:00

Don't stop running, burning the leaves in the backyard sums.

10:04

Flowers and a breeze keep warming me.

10:07

Tired of the priests keep warning me.

10:09

Seconds from the least it's hard to treat.

10:14

I'm too scared to breathe from my belief.

10:19

The land of freedom, the land for me Too scared to think too scared to be my own, you see.

10:45

All this paper's all secret faces A seeks strangers Flood a while.

10:57

You fall across the gap, no bridge stood, no man could reach.

11:02

I pray three times at night.

11:04

Okay, hear it.

11:05

I'm nearing heights I dreamt of Heights I fear, and since nobody else can hear me, let my ears be left.

11:15

Heart strings were following the tide.

11:18

Never was a sign to aligned to the ceiling on the moon.

11:23

Low geez, low weight, low, everything cheap, these lights, these streaks might die.

11:29

Too bright, can't vision need my lenses, blue ball in the sky.

11:34

Keep turning on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on.

11:57

I'm too scared to breathe from my belief the land of freedom the live me too scared to see to be on my own, you see I know I just need some selfish time.

12:21

I need my relics back.

12:23

Give me truth to what I know, give me ruth, please.

12:42

So fresh from so fresh when I'm from fresh from fresh from me.

13:28

With no sign of slowing down, and the birds like sound so winter comes with the snow to blanket the town The middle skies are clear and blue with a cool breeze in the air You bond the love all nights and snow with something that's warm to wear and the midnight sun is gone away with the fall calmness to show the time to think on it is of the time I slow this quiet with no one wrong but your voice is singing loud Soy, so all can hear, so the laws can all be found and the midnight sun is gone away with the fall calmness to show a time to think gone reasons of a time I saw And the midnight sun is gone away with the fog coming

15:00

So all can you so the bones can all be found and the midnight sun is gone away with the four colors to show two things gone never reach over time I use And the midnight sun is gone away with the fog in my hand Is it a son?

16:03

Is it just me all of my life waited for some eyes all of her love call out my grill peaches with a little bit of character didn't make it quite far before the juice still stripping on down it we kiss my elbow and kisses the ground just like a chuke at one in a day off the cave I got too much to say Oh my God it happened again Wind up by asked me again Why don't you go visit the summer time cause it miss you don't know those freckles and the water Why don't you start siping on tea go get yourself some love why don't you follow the game peachy square feachers are you dance weaknesses sweetness and you have a patience in your life I know but big moments do each other peaches quite bitches are you dance sweetness and sweetness I dispicious when you say the message I was seeing I just I'm a nice you will never find it but you're face until you go change your mind or things for fun and know that it was stolen, but don't be a child once I lay out a lap, I let it wait for I leak it right off there with another bowl life is too short, he's dressed in enough that go with those days that keep you so tight and so you know I love you, but what I want so bad is to see you grow to see you laugh Fulfill your desires and move them along even yourself, mama make it and hurry along Why don't you go visit the summertime because it miss you begging message from your daughter Why don't you start sip it on tea Go get yourself some love while I follow the dream scream so you have a bitch and say

21:54

Oh yeah, really seriously nobody stays mad in your eyes but don't come down because we didn't get you take seriously.

34:07

Okay, everyone, I'm going to call this meeting to order.

34:11

Tonight is Tuesday, September 15th.

34:24

Present.

35:02

And to the republic for which it stands one nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.

35:12

Thank you.

35:13

Mr.

35:13

Martinez, would you please uh read the land acknowledgement?

35:28

Our land acknowledgement is a formal statement recognizing the indigenous people of a place.

35:33

It is a public gesture of appreciation for the past and present indigenous stewardship of the lands we now occupy.

35:39

It is an actionable statement that marks our collective movement towards decolonization and equity.

35:45

The Anchorage Assembly would like to acknowledge that we gather today on the traditional land of the Denina Athabascans.

35:51

For thousands of years, the Denina have been and continue to be the stewards of this land.

35:56

It is with gratitude and respect that we recognize the contributions, innovations, and contemporary perspectives of the upper cook and lit denina.

36:04

Thank you, Chair.

36:06

Thank you.

36:07

Next on our agenda, we have uh no minutes of previous meetings, uh, so I will turn to the mayor for the mayor's report.

36:13

Go ahead, Madam Mayor.

36:19

Thank you, Chair Brawley, and good evening, everyone.

36:24

Before we get into tonight's agenda, I want to acknowledge the passing of longtime former assembly member and chair, Dick Trainey.

36:33

And to acknowledge, too, that we have a number of former assembly members here in the chambers tonight.

36:40

Dick was chair when I joined the assembly in 2017, and it was a privilege to work alongside him during my first two years on the body.

36:47

His leadership and years of expertise helped me understand my role on the assembly and how to effectively serve my constituents.

36:56

He was a staunch advocate for his community and always stood up for what he believed in.

37:00

Dick was also a true family man who cherished time with his wife Sandy, their children and 20 grandchildren.

37:07

Our community is better because of his leadership.

37:10

Deepest condolences to Sandy and all of Dick's family.

37:15

I also want to acknowledge that this last Friday marked 25 years since the deadly September 11 attacks that killed 3,000 people from across the nation.

37:26

We remember those lost and their families, and we honor the courage and sacrifice of the first responders who answered the call for help.

37:37

Thank you to our municipal first responders who put themselves in harm's way to keep us safe.

37:44

Turning to tonight's agenda, there's an appropriation of community assistant assistance program funds from the state of Alaska to replenish our shirt our shelter surge funding.

37:57

Due to extreme cold last winter, we made the safe and responsible decision to spend surge money we had allocated for this season.

38:07

Our advocacy for increased community assistance funding worked, and we can now dedicate those funds to ensure we have surge capacity for this winter.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Affordable Housing████████████████████20%
Procedural████████████████16%
Technology and Innovation██████████████14%
Public Safety██████████10%
Public Engagement███████7%
Tax Incentives██████6%
Land Use Planning█████5%
Miscellaneous████4%
First Amendment Rights███3%
Summary of Proceedings

Anchorage Assembly Meeting Summary – September 16, 2026

This regular business meeting of the Anchorage Assembly covered a range of topics including memorial resolutions, a First Amendment concern involving the Anchorage Police Department, public hearings on housing incentives and surveillance technology, and the swearing‑in of youth representatives. Key outcomes included the postponement of several ordinances and the adoption of recognition resolutions.

Consent Calendar

  • The consent agenda was approved minus items pulled for discussion. Pulled items included recognition resolutions and other items later debated individually.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Reverend Emily Carroll announced the opening of Three Elements Educare, a new licensed child care center downtown with capacity for 10 infants, 12 toddlers, 20 preschoolers, and 40 school‑age children. She thanked the assembly for ACE funding in 2025 and 2026 and noted the project brought together federal, state, municipal, philanthropic, corporate, and faith‑based support.
  • Jeff Lanfield (Alaska Landmine) testified about an August 28 post critical of Chief Sean Case. APD’s director of community relations filed a copyright strike, removing the video (60,000+ views) from Facebook. After Lanfield’s article, APD retracted the strike and restored the video. Municipal Manager Falsey called it a well‑intentioned but mistaken call; the municipal attorney confirmed the use was likely fair use. Assembly members expressed concern about protecting First Amendment rights.
  • Public testimony on AO 2026‑89 (first‑time homebuyer tax incentive): supporters argued it would help young buyers and spur construction; opponents said it shifts the tax burden to existing homeowners and renters, and the $596,000 cap is too high for a “first‑time” home.
  • Public testimony on AO 2026‑93 (mixed‑use multi‑unit housing tax incentive): generally supported as a way to increase density along transit corridors and grow the tax base.
  • Public testimony on AO 2026‑108 (surveillance technology ordinance): many speakers opposed mass surveillance and called for stronger limitations; some urged caution to avoid hampering law enforcement. Concerns included data sharing with third parties, self‑policing by APD, and the lack of a retention limit in the S version.
  • Public testimony on AO 2026‑85 (missing middle housing opportunity overlay, MHOP): numerous young residents and housing advocates supported the overlay to increase affordable housing options and retain young adults; opponents cited parking, neighborhood character, seismic risks, and insufficient public notice.

Discussion Items

  • Mayor’s Report: acknowledged the passing of former Assembly Chair Dick Trainey and the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Announced appropriation of state community assistance funds to replenish shelter surge funding (40 beds opened that day). Presented substitute version of AO 2026‑108 establishing restrictions on surveillance technology. Reminded of youth climate microgrants up to $5,000.
  • Chair’s Report: outlined the upcoming budget cycle (memo review Sept 18, budget introduction in October), wrapped up the municipality’s 50th anniversary, and announced new assembly committee structure.
  • Appearance Requests: the assembly heard from Reverend Carroll (child care) and Mr. Lanfield (APD copyright strike). The municipal manager and attorney answered questions on the copyright incident.
  • Dick Trainey Memorial Resolution (AR 2026‑273): adopted unanimously. Former Senator Elvie Gray Jackson and others shared personal memories.
  • Youth Representatives: three new youth reps (Rikik Ali, Malachi Cochran, Rebecca McCullough) were sworn in and took seats on the dais.
  • Drone Report (AIM 139‑2026): after discussion about missing data and a constituent report, the item was postponed to the meeting of October 6 at 8‑3 vote (motion to postpone to a time certain). The administration committed to a revised report.
  • AO 2026‑89 (first‑time homebuyer tax incentive): after debate and a motion to postpone to October 20 failed (5‑7), a subsequent motion to postpone indefinitely passed 11‑1. The ordinance will not proceed.
  • AO 2026‑93 (mixed‑use housing tax incentive): discussed extensively. Members noted gaps between rental and ownership scenarios and potential overlap with existing multifamily incentive. The item was postponed to October 20 (11‑1).
  • AO 2026‑108 (surveillance technology): the original and S1 versions were debated. A motion to postpone to October 6 was amended to October 20 and passed unanimously (12‑0). A work session is scheduled for September 25.
  • AO 2026‑85 (missing middle housing overlay, MHOP): public hearing began but ran to midnight. The hearing was continued to the meeting of October 6.

Key Outcomes

  • AR 2026‑264 (Hispanic Heritage Month) adopted.
  • AR 2026‑265 (Board of Equalization service) adopted.
  • AR 2026‑266 (Dolly Day) adopted.
  • AR 2026‑273 (Dick Trainey memorial) adopted.
  • AM 580‑2026 (Youth Representatives) approved and sworn in.
  • AR 2026‑270 (school rightsizing committee) postponed indefinitely.
  • AM 586‑2026 (chip spreader purchase) approved (unanimous).
  • AO 2026‑89 – postponed indefinitely.
  • AO 2026‑93 – postponed to October 20, 2026.
  • AO 2026‑108 – postponed to October 20, 2026.
  • AO 2026‑85 – public hearing continued to October 6, 2026.
  • AIM 139‑2026 (drone report) – postponed to October 6, 2026.

Meeting Transcript

It's so it's so sick. Maybe I can find me if I look hard. The reason you're here is it cards of your teeth and it's very much you watching. Nothing's better than being home with your loved ones you won't be alone when it's cold out you'll be in warm in your own bed in front of the storm Home is calling when you feel a drift it'll always be there and never miss life is got you all around you never feel you got your feet on the ground home sweet home is where I wanna be home sweet home a place to find some peace you are freedom wants to come but you never know until it's all said and done you can stay home all night and day resting your mind keeping all bad thoughts away home sweet home is where I wanna be home sweet home a place to find some peace turn back home sweet home is where I wanna be home sweet home a place to find some peace nothing's better than being home with your love once you won't be alone when it's cold out you'll be in warm in your own bed and from the storm how does one know how does one see how does one be anything at all does one does one see how does one be anything at all still I like it like that love has its cost no more back on by does one be anything at all does one home how does one how does one be anything at all how does one still I like it like that has a cost on by how does one does once how does one be anything at all does one does one see how does one be anything at all fresh from palm trees ready make good so fright cause you was on your own time coming don't stop running burning the leaves in the backyard summers flowers and a breeze keep warming me tired of the priest keep warning me seconds from the least it's hard to treat too scared to breathe for my belief the land of freedom the land for me too scared to sink to scared to be Don't stop running, burning the leaves in the backyard sums. Flowers and a breeze keep warming me. Tired of the priests keep warning me. Seconds from the least it's hard to treat. I'm too scared to breathe from my belief. The land of freedom, the land for me Too scared to think too scared to be my own, you see. All this paper's all secret faces A seeks strangers Flood a while. You fall across the gap, no bridge stood, no man could reach. I pray three times at night. Okay, hear it. I'm nearing heights I dreamt of Heights I fear, and since nobody else can hear me, let my ears be left. Heart strings were following the tide. Never was a sign to aligned to the ceiling on the moon. Low geez, low weight, low, everything cheap, these lights, these streaks might die. Too bright, can't vision need my lenses, blue ball in the sky. Keep turning on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on. I'm too scared to breathe from my belief the land of freedom the live me too scared to see to be on my own, you see I know I just need some selfish time. I need my relics back. Give me truth to what I know, give me ruth, please. So fresh from so fresh when I'm from fresh from fresh from me. With no sign of slowing down, and the birds like sound so winter comes with the snow to blanket the town The middle skies are clear and blue with a cool breeze in the air You bond the love all nights and snow with something that's warm to wear and the midnight sun is gone away with the fall calmness to show the time to think on it is of the time I slow this quiet with no one wrong but your voice is singing loud Soy, so all can hear, so the laws can all be found and the midnight sun is gone away with the fall calmness to show a time to think gone reasons of a time I saw And the midnight sun is gone away with the fog coming So all can you so the bones can all be found and the midnight sun is gone away with the four colors to show two things gone never reach over time I use And the midnight sun is gone away with the fog in my hand Is it a son? Is it just me all of my life waited for some eyes all of her love call out my grill peaches with a little bit of character didn't make it quite far before the juice still stripping on down it we kiss my elbow and kisses the ground just like a chuke at one in a day off the cave I got too much to say Oh my God it happened again Wind up by asked me again Why don't you go visit the summer time cause it miss you don't know those freckles and the water Why don't you start siping on tea go get yourself some love why don't you follow the game peachy square feachers are you dance weaknesses sweetness and you have a patience in your life I know but big moments do each other peaches quite bitches are you dance sweetness and sweetness I dispicious when you say the message I was seeing I just I'm a nice you will never find it but you're face until you go change your mind or things for fun and know that it was stolen, but don't be a child once I lay out a lap, I let it wait for I leak it right off there with another bowl life is too short, he's dressed in enough that go with those days that keep you so tight and so you know I love you, but what I want so bad is to see you grow to see you laugh Fulfill your desires and move them along even yourself, mama make it and hurry along Why don't you go visit the summertime because it miss you begging message from your daughter Why don't you start sip it on tea Go get yourself some love while I follow the dream scream so you have a bitch and say Oh yeah, really seriously nobody stays mad in your eyes but don't come down because we didn't get you take seriously. Okay, everyone, I'm going to call this meeting to order. Tonight is Tuesday, September 15th. Present. And to the republic for which it stands one nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all. Thank you. Mr. Martinez, would you please uh read the land acknowledgement? Our land acknowledgement is a formal statement recognizing the indigenous people of a place. It is a public gesture of appreciation for the past and present indigenous stewardship of the lands we now occupy. It is an actionable statement that marks our collective movement towards decolonization and equity. The Anchorage Assembly would like to acknowledge that we gather today on the traditional land of the Denina Athabascans. For thousands of years, the Denina have been and continue to be the stewards of this land. It is with gratitude and respect that we recognize the contributions, innovations, and contemporary perspectives of the upper cook and lit denina. Thank you, Chair. Thank you. Next on our agenda, we have uh no minutes of previous meetings, uh, so I will turn to the mayor for the mayor's report. Go ahead, Madam Mayor. Thank you, Chair Brawley, and good evening, everyone. Before we get into tonight's agenda, I want to acknowledge the passing of longtime former assembly member and chair, Dick Trainey. And to acknowledge, too, that we have a number of former assembly members here in the chambers tonight. Dick was chair when I joined the assembly in 2017, and it was a privilege to work alongside him during my first two years on the body. His leadership and years of expertise helped me understand my role on the assembly and how to effectively serve my constituents.

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