In a 94-page report released today (Monday), state Ombudsman Linda Lord-Jenkins places blame on the Office of Children’s Services regulations, saying they’re confusing to both staff and the citizens who interact with the agency.
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Juneau Chamber sponsors coastal management debate
Two former employees of the Alaska Coastal Management Program debated in front of a packed house at the Juneau Chamber of Commerce today (Thursday). At issue – a measure on the August primary ballot that would re-establish the federally funded program, which gives the state oversight of permitting activities along its coastline.
More people running for the Alaska Legislature
More Alaskans are filing to run for the state Legislature as the deadline approaches.
Candidate filing deadline looms
Candidate filing has been steady since the state Supreme Court determined which plan should be used for the 2012 elections.
Many legislative races remain unchallenged
With the filing period nearly over, more than a third of the legislative seats on this year’s ballot remain unchallenged. Candidates have until 5 p.m. Friday (June 1) to submit their paperwork to the state Division of Elections.
Alaska Supreme Court denies redistricting motions
The Alaska Supreme Court says the candidate filing deadline for the August primary will remain June first.