“If oil averages $85, the deficit for the state is about $3 billion,” says Kevin Jardell, the City and Borough of Juneau’s lobbyist for state issues.
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Should management of Juneau swimming pools change hands?
Juneau voters next week will voice their opinions on whether an empowered board should run city swimming pools.
Bus drivers say new Capital Transit plan is flawed
“We’re very concerned with trying to add more service and cutting lots of other needed service,” said Kirt Stage-Harvey.
Downtown parking system not a city priority
The low-tech coin-operated boxes for hourly parking are working, says city manager Kim Kiefer.
Juneau Assembly sets school funding floor
The Juneau Assembly voted to provide no less than $24.1 million to local schools next year, but two members argued for a lower amount.
Aquatic facilities board to take public comments on closing Augustus Brown pool
The board meets at 4:45 p.m. Tuesday in city hall to take public testimony.
Is Juneau’s budget shortfall as bad as it seems?
While an estimated $12 million shortfall may sound dire, the Juneau Assembly has nearly $20 million in savings to work with.
City sets deadline for cleanup of Gastineau Apartments
The City and Borough of Juneau has given the owner of the Gastineau Apartments until May 1 to partially clean up the building.
Kiefer offers plan for addressing Juneau’s budget shortfall
City Manager Kim Kiefer wants to balance Juneau’s budget with a combination of savings, spending reductions and property tax increases.
Proposed budget cuts would close Augustus Brown Swimming Pool
Juneau City Manager Kim Kiefer is expected to detail her proposed budget cuts to the Assembly Finance Committee on Wednesday, as the city faces a $12 million shortfall for the next two fiscal years.