The committee reviewed the Fiscal Year 2026 audit plan presented by BDO, which covered audit strategy, the auditor's responsibilities, and operational complexities involving the Land Office, the state accounting system, and investment portfolios. There was discussion regarding audit timing, historical scheduling issues, and potential strategies to expedite the report issuance process. Additionally, the committee convened in an executive session to receive an update on the Legislative Budget & Audit audit and to discuss staff positions.
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Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority Program and Planning Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee meeting covered a range of agenda items, including a COO update on budget recommendations and the 'moonshot' prevention initiative, as well as an update on the Improving Lives Conference. Contract approvals were granted for Mental Health Supports in Schools and several competitive peer services grants. The committee also approved a consent agenda of various authority grants and discussed non-consent agenda items, including self-directed home- and community-based services and domestic violence shelter funding. Finally, the committee reviewed statutory advisor updates and conducted a detailed review of the FY28/FY29 budget recommendations.
May 21, 2026·Board meeting
Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority Full Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The Board met to discuss various health and wellness initiatives in Kodiak. A community panel presented on available services, challenges, and gaps, such as the need for residential treatment, housing, and improved workforce retention. The Board reflected on recent visits to rural communities, discussing local needs and commonalities across Alaska. Additionally, an executive session was held for a legislative audit update, and Trustees discussed future foundational changes and opportunities to better utilize school-based therapy infrastructure.
May 20, 2026·Board meeting
Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority Full Board of Trustees Full Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The Full Board of Trustees meeting covered a broad agenda, including reports from the CEO on strategic planning and budget updates, and presentations from statutory advisors like the Alaska Commission on Aging and the Governor's Council on Disabilities and Special Education. Data updates on treatment and recovery were presented, followed by a public comment session addressing issues such as homelessness support, mental health services, and alcohol harm reduction. The board held an executive session regarding commercial real estate, approved commercial real estate dissolutions, and handled Finance and Resource Management committee reports, including asset allocation, budget amendments, and land management decisions. Significant time was dedicated to Program and Planning, resulting in the approval of numerous Authority Grants for behavioral health, homelessness prevention, housing, and reentry initiatives, while one grant request for alcohol harm reduction was denied.
