Anderson 

 NEW DMV HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY 10-2

Special Meeting June 18th to pass the FY26 budget at 4:30

📣 Government Training Opportunity

The State of Alaska Government Specialist will be in Anderson to provide training for City Council Members and anyone interested in learning about local government. Date: Tuesday, June 18th🕔 Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

📍 Location: Anderson City Hall 

This is a valuable opportunity to gain insight into government procedures, responsibilities, and best practices.All are welcome! We need YOU to serve on the council! If interested email the clerk at coaclerk2@mtaonline.net

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A Brief History of Anderson, Alaska

The townsite of Anderson was originally settled by three homesteaders—Art Anderson, William Devon, and Charles DeWitt—in the late 1950s. Art Anderson, the town’s namesake, played a pivotal role in shaping the community. In 1959, he subdivided his 80-acre homestead into ¼-acre

lots, selling most of them to civilian workers from Clear Air Force Station, located just six miles away.

That same year, Anderson Elementary School was established, providing education to the growing population. Just a few years later, in 1962, the City of Anderson was officially incorporated.

A major milestone for the area was the construction of a road connecting Anderson to Nenana, which enabled travel north to Fairbanks. However, at that time, travelers had to ferry their vehicles across the wide Tanana River at Nenana. This changed in 1968 when the State of Alaska completed a $6 million steel bridge spanning the Tanana, greatly improving access for Anderson residents.

By 1971, the completion of the George Parks Highway further connected Anderson to Anchorage, allowing for greater mobility and economic opportunity.

Today, the City of Anderson continues to serve as a small but vibrant Alaskan community. City services such as City Hall, the Post Office, and the DMV are conveniently located in the heart of town. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the city’s natural beauty and community amenities, including Riverside Park—a scenic campground and recreational area nestled along the Nenana River, ideal for camping, picnics, and outdoor relaxation.