Avalanche mitigation public hearing tonight
An avalanche mitigation study for the neighborhoods at the base of Mt. Juneau says the best way to manage risk is to have the city buyout homes in the area. Public hearing is tonight at 7 p.m.
CBJ funds local schools to the cap
The City and Borough of Juneau will contribute nearly $26-million toward school district operations for the next fiscal year, expected to total more than $76 million.
Conference critical of regional energy plan
A roadmap for Southeast Alaska energy development is meeting some resistance from the Southeast Conference.
Taku River task force draft report
A task force looking at the health of the Taku River and impact of future development should come up with recommendations for more river protections.
Hoonah dock project sparks controversy
The City of Hoonah is feeling pressure from cruise lines and local Native village Corporation Huna Totem to build a multi-million dollar dock at the corporation’s popular Icy Strait Point tourist destination.
Eaglecrest Master Plan is out for public comment
The Eaglecrest Master Plan is out. Now it’s time for public comments.
City wants public comments on AJ Mine Water Study
The public comment period on the AJ Mine Water Study ends March 28th.
The report is an overview of Juneau’s water system, and identifies several scenarios and management concepts, with and without a nearby operating gold mine.
Steedle appointed CBJ Deputy Manager
Rob Steedle has been appointed Juneau’s next Deputy City Manager. The long-time CBJ employee was selected by current Deputy Manager Kim Kiefer, who assumes the top job next month.
CBJ Assembly gives direction for closing budget gap
The city manager’s office now has a little less than a month to craft a proposed budget, which will be balanced without layoffs or major new cuts to services.
CBJ Assembly willing to raise overall property tax rate
The Juneau Assembly is willing to raise property taxes, but not layoff employees, in order to balance the city’s budget.
