Elizabeth Peratrovich Day February 16, 2021 WHEREAS, Elizabeth Wanamaker Peratrovich, an Alaska Native woman of the Tlingit Nation, set Alaska on the path of ensuring that every man, woman, and child is afforded equal opportunity and protection from discrimination. Leaving a permanent mark on Alaska’s history, Mrs. Peratrovich persistently campaigned against the pattern of discrimination against Alaska Natives that plagued the […]
Dunleavy Administration Releases COVID-19 Transition Plan February 14, 2021 February 14, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Governor Mike Dunleavy has released a new COVID-19 recovery and transition plan that begins the process of moving Alaska to the path to normalcy while still effectively managing the virus. Today, Governor Dunleavy issued a directive to all commissioners and state employees to continue following all policies regarding COVID-19 […]
Governor Dunleavy Releases Statement Regarding the COVID-19 Disaster Declaration February 12, 2021 February 12, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Governor Mike Dunleavy has released the following statement regarding the COVID-19 disaster declaration. “In the absence of a declaration, my administration is fully prepared to manage the rollout and distribution of the vaccine to ensure anyone that wants a vaccination will be able to get one. We will also continue […]
Governor Dunleavy Announces Leadership Change at Department of Public Safety February 12, 2021 February 12, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Governor Mike Dunleavy has accepted the resignation of Amanda Price as commissioner of the Alaska Department of Public Safety. The Governor wishes to thank Price for moving the department forward during her tenure. Governor Dunleavy has appointed long time former DPS employee Kelly Howell to temporarily serve on special […]
Dunleavy Authorizes Disaster Declaration for 2021 Tuluksak Water System Fire February 8, 2021 February 8, 2021 (Anchorage, Alaska) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has authorized a Disaster Declaration for the Tuluksak water system fire that occurred on January 16, 2021. The Disaster Declaration activates the State of Alaska Public Assistance program which is designed to help communities, government organizations, and certain non-profits make repairs to utilities, public buildings, […]