A man who was shot by a Juneau police officer was medevaced to Seattle and is expected to live. The police, the Department of Law and the Alaska Bureau of Investigation are trying to determine why lethal force was used.
Local Government
Community of Stebbins experiencing ‘water crisis’
The community of Stebbins has been experiencing an ongoing “water crisis” for the better part of this week.
Local corporation sues city of Utqiagvik to halt name-change
A local native corporation is suing the city formerly known as Barrow, demanding it halts the official name-change to Utqiagvik. At least for now. The official switch from Barrow to Utqiagvik is scheduled to go into affect today.
Kodiak school maintenance issues need fixes and funds
The Kodiak Island Borough Assembly may redirect state bond funds to a specific issue within the school district. The topic of how to fund maintenance projects came up last night at borough assembly work session during discussion about the Main Elementary School walkway. Borough Manager Michael Powers said the structure is in disrepair – in part because of design flaws.
Deadline nears for Murkowski’s far-reaching energy bill
Time is running out on one of Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s top priorities: a far-reaching energy bill. Murkowski had hoped the legislation would serve as her crowning achievement after two years as chairman of the Senate Energy Committee.
Sitka Trail Works to get $1.8M grant for Cross Trail completion
Sitka’s Cross Trail has won funding for an extension to the far end of the road system. Sitka Trail Works announced last week that $1.8 million in federal funds have been approved for the final phase of the project – provided the next president signs the federal transportation bill.
Juneau Assembly derails affordable housing plan
In a 5-4 vote, the Juneau Assembly voted to exclude a housing action plan from the city’s comprehensive plan. It was written specifically to be included in the plan.
CBJ Assembly Meeting – 11-28-16
Regular Meeting
Ketchikan Borough writes marijuana disclaimer
The Ketchikan Borough has written a statement to distance itself from the state law legalizing marijuana. The assembly hopes to avoid legal entanglements with the federal government.
Petersburg mayor to attend arctic conference in Norway
Petersburg Mayor Mark Jensen will attend an international conference on the arctic in Norway. The conference will address questions regarding climate change and its impacts on oceans and fisheries.