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Sophia wrote on Nov 14, 2009 9:53 AM:

" How many folks remember how long it took for "the City of Wasilla" to get water to the new Home Depot?? I also remember when the sales tax went in that it was for "a" police officer, how did that number increase to 22 officers? First thing City Hall did was to give employees raises. But the biggest question is WHY does the City want to annex? The answer of course MORE TAXES". "




JustMe wrote on Nov 13, 2009 5:07 PM:

" The City of Wasilla had 2 ways of going about annexation, a vote by the people, or taking it to the State Legislature, they chose the latter. There has already been enough opposition that most of the areas won't be included in annexation. The city is most interested in the Wiiliwaw and the Seward-Meridian area. These areas offer the COW the fastest and easiest way to expand their tax base, their government, and their power. No matter your stance on the situation, go to the Mayor, the Council, and the legislature, and let your voice be heard, it matters. "




Kevin Priestley wrote on Nov 13, 2009 12:16 PM:

" I find it absolutely ridiculous that people are comparing annexation to Nazism. Really? I guess I should be fearful of the awe-inspiring militaristic superpowers Palmer and Wasilla, Alaska.

I never said I was for or against annexation, just that you people are clueless... "




Similarities wrote on Nov 13, 2009 3:40 AM:

" There is not much difference between this issue and the recent borough sales tax mess.

An obvious majority of citizens opposed the sales tax, and were ignored (time and again) by elected and salaried govt. "




mvw wrote on Nov 12, 2009 11:18 PM:

" Didn't Germany use this same tactic to 'annex' Czechoslovakia in 1938, as the rest of Europe stood dumbfounded and did nothing? We cannot allow this to happen!! "




leon wrote on Nov 12, 2009 7:03 PM:

" monday afternoon 2pm and Wasilla had the only thorough-fair "road" main artery that was not plowed, so please tell me what is the city going to do for us when they cannot even plow there own darn roads in a timely manner? and if you do not have the budget to do youre own roads then you might want to look at how you manage youre money and start trimming some of the fat around there. "




ValleyMessenger wrote on Nov 12, 2009 4:29 PM:

" Last nights meeting at Cottonwood Creek school went well, as far as the City proving that they couldn't provide any answers as to why this annexation would be good for the citizens and every single person in attendance let the City know that they did not want this to happen. Very few City officials showed up, Mayor Rupright, Councilwoman Woodruff, and Marvin Yoder, and the only news agency present was KTUU. The Cities pitch for annexation was given by Mr. Yoder, who lives in Palmer, and a gentleman from Anchorage who represented USKH. "




John wrote on Nov 11, 2009 10:52 AM:

" They want to run this through the legislature without a public vote. Power and control, administered by idiots. The Anchorage budget went up by about 50% over the last 6 years, and our property taxes doubled over the same time. Can't protest it without paying $750 to have a hearing. Want water and sewer, you'll agree to $250-$300/month in a special assessment to get it, over a 20 year period. This is wrong, expanded government offers you nothing! "




jr wrote on Nov 10, 2009 9:39 AM:

" as anyone can see the city of Palmer needs to annex who ever it can because the city needs more money to bail it out because of P. P. management. "




Fido wrote on Nov 9, 2009 2:37 PM:

" Forced annexation is unacceptable! Let's see the city spend some money to poll every single home, property, and business owner in the affected areas the city is planning on grabbing. I'd bet the ones that would be in favor would be the minority! If that's the case, DROP IT! "




not in wasilla wrote on Nov 8, 2009 3:06 PM:

" Becomming a part of Wasilla isn't something I want. They claim they will provide better police service than the troopers. Ever asked the city why they have such a high crime rate and they can't slow it down ask the businesses who have been broken into and jus get excuses from the city of Wasilla. The only reason the city wants to grow is they want more money. If you own a recreational vehicle you will have to still pay taxes to the borough "




David wrote on Nov 8, 2009 11:23 AM:

" I bet that most of the people against the annexation plans and the higher taxes that come with larger populations and the more government regulations are the same ones on here who are in favor of the public option and the government run health care. And I bet they are the ones who voted for 'The One' who wants to 'fundamentally transform America'. Sounds a little hypocritical to me. Deep down I think everyone is for limited government. "




long time liberal wrote on Nov 8, 2009 11:13 AM:

" Bring on Wasilla. With me being a liberal I welcome more government into my life. I need the government to tell me when, where and how I can drive my ATV. Just like I need them to tell me what's the best health care for me. I welcome higher taxes and all the benifits that come with it. Thank you government, may I have another. "




BO wrote on Nov 7, 2009 2:44 PM:

" Wasilla needs to grow. I welcome the city. "




flbynite wrote on Nov 6, 2009 3:06 PM:

" nnexation Informational Meetings scheduled for the following dates:

Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 7 - 9 p.m.
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School
800 N. Seward Meridian Parkway
Wasilla, Alaska

Thursday, November 12, 2009, 7 - 9 p.m.
Tanaina Elementary School
2250 Lucille Street
Wasilla, Alaska

Thursday, November 19, 2009, 7 - 9 p.m
Goose Bay Elementary School
6350 W. Hollywood Road
Wasilla, Alaska "




to Please stop wrote on Nov 6, 2009 3:06 PM:

" The expectation of Palmer City Government is that with time most of the farmers will sell out to developers who will use the land for more subdivisions or big box commercial development. Either will bring more money to the City which has an unquenchable thirst for money,power and control. Sadly, Palmer will lose that small town rural charm that we who live here love and is so unique...but there is money to be had so tough luck. Palmer wants to be Wasilla as Wasilla wants to be Anchorage. Annexation is about money,power and control.....people come last-remember and fight it. "




Need to Know wrote on Nov 6, 2009 1:22 PM:

" Frontiersman, you are our local paper. please publish readable maps of areas to be annexed adjacent to both cities. Many of us would like to see the maps now and know the areas to be absorbed rather than be surprised at the meeting. Many may not be able to attend so may not be fully informed. "




Please stop wrote on Nov 6, 2009 1:09 PM:

" We really need to stop letting the Frontiersman write editorials... Half the views expressed in this letter are just plain incorrect. Seriously, Palmer, the community built on farming, is going to tell a farmer that he is going to be annex and, oh, by the way, you can't farm anymore? That is just plain stupid and not remotely close to reality. Please, find an editor with just a bit of common sense. "




Just Say NO to Annexation wrote on Nov 6, 2009 12:37 PM:

" Annexation for residents outside either the Palmer or Wasilla city limits is a bad deal. Those outside Palmer city limits beat back Annexation in 2007 and now face a new attempt by the C.O.P. to force Annexation upon them without their consent. Annexations go through the Local Boundary Commission without a vote of of the people in the areas to be annexed. That"s right YOU AS A CITIZEN HAVE NO RIGHT TO VOTE ON YOUR FUTURE. Those in power with the "proper" authority will choose your path. Citizens outside Palmer and Wasilla need to organize and kill Annexation now. "




Observer wrote on Nov 6, 2009 12:20 PM:

" After some inquiries(what a a concept!!!) I can report the meeting on the Agnew Beck Annexation Plan for the City of Palmer will be held in the form of an open house November 16 from 5:30-8:30 PM at the AT&T Sports Center on the PWH. The Palmer City Council will review the report during their November 10 regular meeting. This is not listed in their published agenda.The new battle over Palmer Annexation is about to heat up. "




Mike wrote on Nov 6, 2009 9:22 AM:

" how about a mep to show what is being annexed. The bough disownes roads that are to expencisive to up grade now being a part of a city will make it worse. they need to keep there coruptionn in side the city limits where it belongs. "




Wasilla_blogzilla wrote on Nov 6, 2009 3:16 AM:

" When you do it like they do in the lower 48, annexation always leads to substantial tax increases. Folks think about this and find a place down south where this is not true. The beneficiaries are always business people that deal with development, many of whom are not even residents. Once their profits are made they usually care very little about the costs of infrastructure. "




leon wrote on Nov 5, 2009 9:57 PM:

" the city of Wasilla and the Gestapo can kiss my zopa, there pathetic poor management of funds and there idea of a perfect colony of zealous followers who never question there rhetoric of Nazism is insulting to every citizen or residence that moved here to get away from such over bloated idealistic ways of California and government controlled way of life,,36 years here has showed me Wasilla and its managers could not even manage a Kool Aid stand, and its services are quote "Pathetic" Revenue is its only directive period and to say anything else is a lie "




Layne wrote on Nov 5, 2009 9:53 PM:

" It would have been nice if you'd included dates and times of these upcoming meetings. "