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Nome Utility in Financial Crisis | Anchorage News
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The Nome Joint Utility System is in financial chaos—five years behind on audits and no budget in sight, crippling decision-making and costing the community access to state programs meant to lower energy costs. Despite claims from the long-serving general manager that staff shortages and medical leave are to blame, board members are furious, calling the lack of oversight “insane,” and even proposing a $10,000 expense cap until a budget returns. With critical infrastructure projects stalled and grant funding on hold, the utility’s delays could derail essential upgrades—and leave residents paying the price.
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