Coastal management bill introduced in state House
House Bill 325 closely mirrors a citizen’s initiative that’s on track for a statewide vote later this year. Lawmakers can pre-empt the measure by passing substantially similar legislation.
Kiefer chosen as next CBJ city manager
The Juneau Assembly has appointed Kim Kiefer as the next city manager. The longtime city employee, and current deputy manager, will replace Rod Swope, who’s retiring March 31st.
Botelho disappointed in LBC’s consolidation decision
Juneau Mayor Bruce Botelho says he’s disappointed the state’s Local Boundary Commission has denied the city’s request to consolidate competing land claims between Juneau and Petersburg.
Juneau Assembly narrows manager search
The CBJ Assembly has settled on a shortlist of finalists, but the public won’t find out who until all the candidates are notified.
ACMP initiative sponsors eager to collect signatures
The group behind a citizens’ initiative to re-establish an Alaska Coastal Management Program plans to have signature gatherers in every corner of the state.
CBJ Assembly honors Anna Graceman
The 11-year-old Juneau singer-songwriter caught the nation’s attention earlier this year, when she made it to the semi-final round of NBC’s America’s Got Talent.
Assembly approves expedited manager search
The Juneau Assembly will undertake an expedited search for a new city manager to replace the retiring Rod Swope.
