All the news and updates you don't want to miss. Thanks for speaking out August 16, 2019 Visit Me! Alaska State Capitol Room 419 Juneau, AK 99801 800 550 4947 907 465 4947 Email Me! ‌ ‌ ‌ Contact My Staff: Edric Carrillo 907 465 6419 [email protected] Cathy Schlingheyde 907 465 6827 [email protected] Dear Friends and Neighbors, I had an incredible week talking with people around our district. I hope you got out and enjoyed the sunny weather this week—and maybe got on the ferries too. On the bridge of the M/V Leconte with Rep. Hannan and Capt. Golczynski Walking Back the Vetoes The governor announced he'll make final decisions on the supplemental operating budget Monday. Over the past week, the governor changed directions and decided he won't re-veto some of the funding the legislature restored. That includes a significant portion of the funding for the University, early childhood education, libraries, legal services for poor Alaskans, and senior benefits. None of this would be possible without the thousands of Alaskans who spoke out. Your outreach—to legislators, the governor, and your friends & neighbors—changed the direction of our state. The governor went from proposing cuts and vetoing funding, to declaring he'll sign the appropriation for these vital services. There are still essential programs in limbo: public broadcasting, fisheries management, mental health treatment, addiction, Medicaid, prosecutors, agricultural inspections, VPSOs, the Arts Council, and more. HB 2001 also has a $1,600 PFD and protects our financial future by moving money to the principal of the Permanent Fund. I don't know whether the governor will sign these sections either. Please keep reaching out to him in these final days before he acts on the bill. At the Jilkaat Kwaan Heritage Center with Jack Strong and Rep. Hannan Hearing from You I can't tell you how much I appreciate everyone who came to the town halls and office hours in Juneau, Haines, Klukwan, Skagway, and Gustavus. Even when the sun was shining, the fish were running, and the berries were ripe, folks turned out in great numbers. Thank you also to everyone from the governments, non-profits, and other local organizations who met with Rep. Hannan and me about how the state can help (or get out of the way) on issues that matter. If I missed you during these meetings, you can always reach out to me or my staff any time. You scrolled past the phone numbers and e-mail links on your way to reading this. Outside Gustavus City Hall with Vice Mayor Sue Warner on International City Hall Selfie Day. (Also known as Thursday.) All my best, Events around District Q Juneau Day of Play Parks & Rec is hosting this amazing day of activities - swimming, ice skating, and more! See here. Juneau: KTOO Presents Tiny Desk Contest Winner Check out a fun night of music with NPR's Tiny Desk Contest winner! All the info is here. Gustavus Jackie Venson Concert Go see this great performance hosted by the Gustavus Community Center. Here are the details. Haines Garden Party Have fun at this party with live auction, local food competition, children's art, and more—all supporting the Starvin' Marvin School Garden. Check it out here. Haines Totem Trot Join in on the 5k or half marathon, supporting the Sheldon Museum. See the info. Juneau Color Run Sign up for this vibrant fun run. More information here. Is there an event in our district I should know about? Please call or email! Senator Jesse Kiehl | Alaska State Capitol, Rm. 419, 4th Avenue & Main Street, Juneau, AK 99801 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | About Constant Contact Sent by [email protected]