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North Slope Borough mayor candidates clash over roads and litigation

Roads vs. Litigation

6h ago2 min read
  • Mayor Josiah Patkotak and challenger Harry Brower Jr. faced off ahead of the Oct. 6 North Slope Borough election.
  • Brower pushed for immediate road construction to cut costs. Patkotak touted $600 million in projects and a property tax waiver starting in 2027.
  • Both emphasized local control over oil and gas development and tackling drugs in villages.
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