Coastal management bill gets first hearing
The bill is modeled on a citizen’s initiative scheduled for a statewide vote later this year. Lawmakers can preempt the ballot measure by passing substantially similar legislation.
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.
Public health chief says powder is benign
The FBI says four Alaska school districts received letters containing a suspicious white powder this week.
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.
Romney wins Alaska Preference Poll
Mitt Romney was the winner of Alaska’s Republican Presidential Preference Poll.
