In recent months, residents have shared concerns about a growing amount of junk vehicles, unsecured trash and other health concerns at the sites. Several residents started a petition and testified at Assembly meetings earlier this summer, asking them to take action.
Clarise Larson
City Government Reporter, KTOO
"My mission is to hold Juneau’s elected officials accountable for their actions and how their decisions impact the lives of the people they represent. It’s rooted in the belief that an informed public has the power to make positive change."
When Clarise isn't working, you can find her skijoring with her dog, Bloon, or climbing up walls at the Rock Dump.
Juneau has three ballot propositions this municipal election. Here’s what to know.
Along with the three propositions on the ballot are three open Juneau Assembly seats and two open school board seats. The last day to vote in Juneau’s by-mail election is Tuesday, Oct. 6.
Juneau Assembly approves pay boosts to top city officials
Both City Manager Katie Koester and City Attorney Emily Wright received a 3% wage increase and a $2,000 lump sum payment. The increases boost Koester’s annual salary to just over $243,000 and Wright’s annual salary to just under $215,000.
Juneau Assembly tables ordinance requiring nonprofits to charge sales tax
The proposal came about as the Assembly looks to find new sources of revenue for the city after tax cuts last election and now struggles to maintain current services.
Juneau Assembly highlights: nonprofits sales tax, flood funding and city leader pay hikes
The Juneau Assembly met for a regular meeting to vote on whether to require nonprofits to charge sales tax, discuss several ordinances related to glacial outburst flood mitigation and evaluate the city manager and city attorney’s pay.
Juneau Assembly to vote whether to require nonprofits to charge sales tax on Monday
Juneau residents can testify on ordinances on Monday’s agenda – as well as on non-agenda items – in person or online before the Assembly votes.