Anchorage Mayor-elect, Dave LaFrance, has announced his transition team, comprising of prominent nonprofit and business leaders, as well as former politicians, for his upcoming term. The team includes individuals with various backgrounds and expertise to assist in the smooth transition and development of policies for the city.
Among the team members are well-known figures such as former Anchorage Mayor Rick Mystrom, who will serve as the transition team chair, and Laurie Wolf, the president and CEO of The Foraker Group, a nonprofit supporting Alaska’s nonprofit sector. Other members include John Norris, the CEO of PenAir, and Dr. Christina Van Kirk, the executive director of the Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program.
LaFrance stated that he is excited to work with such a talented and diverse group of individuals who are dedicated to serving the community and bringing positive change to Anchorage. He believes that their collective experience and knowledge will be instrumental in creating effective policies and addressing the city’s pressing issues.
The transition team’s primary focus will be on economic development, public safety, housing, and homelessness, among other key issues facing Anchorage. They will work closely with LaFrance to ensure a seamless transition of power and to lay the groundwork for his administration’s priorities.
The appointment of this esteemed transition team has garnered positive attention from the public and stakeholders, who are hopeful that their expertise will contribute to the city’s progress and prosperity under LaFrance’s leadership. The team’s diverse backgrounds and track records of success indicate a promising start to the new administration’s term.
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