We appreciate the thoughtful editorial discussion of our proposal regarding the Permanent Fund Dividend. The editorial correctly notes that Alaska needs strong leadership, long-term fiscal planning, and adequate funding for essential public services.

Why the state believes it is unlawful for the Native Village of Eklutna to operate a commercial gambling facility on an Alaska Native Allotment, but the state has not objected to the Tlingit and Haida Central Council doing the same is an incongruent befuddlement.

For generations, Eaglecrest has been part of the fabric of Juneau. It is more than a ski area. It is a place where families gather, where lifelong memories are made and where residents and visitors alike experience the outdoors that make Southeast Alaska unique. Having access to year-round recreation and outdoor amenities is part of what makes Juneau such a special place to live.