Commonwealth North

Alaska's Premier Public Policy Forum

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Cheryl Frasca and Eric Wohlforth say, "Show us the money!" What Alaska Budget Choices would you make to balance the State of Alaska budget? Here's your chance to do just that. https://https://t.co/8ucMnABpMS

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

@kberry6788 Thanks for sharing this Kevin. Appreciate the comments from Dermot, et al. Will consider these moving forward. We started with last year's budget and the spring revenue forecast. Then focused on UGF dependent programs, where the #akleg spends most of its time.

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

What would you do to close the $1.3 billion gap in next years state budget? #AlaskaBudgetChoices

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

@libbybakalar There is a bust of Elizabeth Peratrovich at the entrance to the capitol building.

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Does Alaska need election reform? Join CWN next Wednesday to hear national speaker and author discuss the issue and suggestions for changing local elections. Registration and details at https://t.co/Br3gTVNkil

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Craig Richards, chairman of the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation, is briefing the CWN Fiscal Policy Study Group. #Alaska #akleg #sovereignwealthfund

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

AK Dept of Administration Commissioner Kelly Tshibaka outlines her department’s priorities at CWN’s Fiscal Policy Group. Automating processes, reducing spending via data analytics, and centralization services are the department’s goals in seeking to close state's budget deficit.

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Did you know that since its creation in 1965, the National Endowment for the Humanities has awarded 64,000 grants totaling $5.5 billion? Join us for breakfast tomorrow with the Chairman of the NEH. 7:30am, The Petroleum Club. Register at the door. Details https://t.co/WQaFRC10Ek

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Join CWN Wednesday morning when we host the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities to discuss the roll civics education plays in shaping our communities.

Details and registration at https://t.co/WQaFRC10Ek

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Join CWN today for a briefing from University of Alaska President Jim Johnsen. Noon-1pm, at The Petroleum Club of Anchorage 3301 C St. Details at https://t.co/Vnq3l5Nz5R

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Tomorrow, CWN hosts the President of The University of Alaska. Find out the University uses its land grant program to support education and plans for the future. Details and registration at https://t.co/Vnq3l5Nz5R

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Since 1987, University of Alaska's Land Management Office has generated $211 million to support education. Learn more about UA's land grant and plans for the future this Thursday when CWN hosts UA President Jim Johnsen. Details and registration at https://t.co/dwTabJZMLL.

[Jason Brune @jasonbrune]

Thank you members of the Alaska Senate and House on confirming my appointment as DEC Commissioner. I’d also like to thank all of those Alaskans who participated in the process, both pro and con. I will work hard to earn and maintain your trust. #35

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Join CWN next week when we host University of Alaska President Jim Johnsen. The University is a land grant institution which received lands from Congress to support education. Find out how UA uses its land and the plan for the future. Visit https://t.co/dwTabJZMLL to register.

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

"Overcharged: Why Americans Pay Too Much for Health Care." This book is gaining national attention and CWN is pleased to host the authors this month. Join us for lunch on the 21st! Registration and details at https://t.co/wK7SofTkPC

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

CWN's signature annual luncheon with Alaska's legislators is Wednesday! Join us for discussions about the critical issues facing the 2019 Legislature and keynotes from House and Senate leadership. Seats are filling up fast! Details and registration at https://t.co/AV8T5f2Alm

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Join CWN's 12th annual luncheon with Alaska's legislators next Wednesday. Your participation is vital to ensuring your voice is heard by legislators and that you know their priorities for the 2019 legislative session.

Registration and details…https://t.co/NNwtGjxKc0

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

95% of the $2 billion of food Alaskans purchase is imported. Alaska's vulnerable supply chain is sensitive to fuel prices and can be disrupted by natural disasters or severe weather. Alaskans pay high prices for food in part due to…https://t.co/QaAhRkozOv https://t.co/hdADsxTTFg

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

95% of the $2 billion of food Alaskans purchase is imported. Alaska's vulnerable supply chain is sensitive to fuel prices and can be disrupted by natural disasters or severe weather. Alaskans pay high prices for food in part due to…https://t.co/CRjFrjRQog https://t.co/hdADsxTTFg

[Commonwealth North @cwnorth]

Alaskan interest in local food is growing. We've seen a 49% increase in the number of Alaskan farms since 1992, and farmers markets are growing. CWN hosts a panel Wed to discuss what the state can do to enhance Alaskan commercial and rural farming. Details https://t.co/fyqY22CjX5