# Anchorage Voters Weigh In on Bond Requests

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Podcast: [Anchorage News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anchorage-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7570138)
Published: 2026-05-13T04:57:23+00:00
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## Resource

Anchorage voters recently approved seven out of ten bond propositions, totaling over $155 million, for city parks, park upgrades, new fleets, and road repairs. However, they rejected police department improvements, a school district capital bond, and a one-time tax levy. The citys reliance on property taxes, due to state funding cuts, and concerns over education spending and property tax hikes led to mixed reactions. Long-time residents supported the propositions, while others expressed frustration over rising property taxes and perceived overspending on police. The city now faces pressure to rethink funding and balance corporate breaks to keep Anchorage thriving without overburdening residents. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/af9c59013bdc644e

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