Anchorage residents could soon decide whether to adopt a 3% city sales tax aimed at investing in public safety, infrastructure, housing and child care, while easing property taxes.
Mayor Suzanne LaFrance said Wednesday that her administration is finalizing its proposal now. The Assembly would have to approve it before it’s placed on the spring ballot.
LaFrance said the proposal comes as the city faces a dire financial future. State and federal support has dwindled, forcing property taxpayers to cover most of the city’s expenses…