Juneau residents on Thursday weighed in for and against a $35 million appropriation for the Juneau Access project in Gov. Sean Parnell’s proposed capital budget.
Energy & Mining
Boost in B.C. mining has Alaska fishermen nervous
The head of British Columbia’s government has pledged to spur mining development, and that has fishermen in Southeast Alaska nervous.
Bill would help fund two Southeast mines
Two Southeast Alaska mines could get close to $300 million in state support under a bill moving through the Legislature.
Southeast tribes meet about mining concerns
Southeast Alaska tribal leaders are meeting to discuss Canadian mines that could impact regional fisheries.
State Senate passes bill advancing gasline project
After six hours of debate, the state Senate voted in favor of a bill advancing a natural gas megaproject where Alaska is a part owner.
Parnell: Gas line should help coastal communities
Gov. Sean Parnell wants to get natural gas to Alaska’s coastal communities. He says a gas line and LNG plant could benefit more than the Railbelt.
Californian pulls name from board consideration
The decision came before a legislative hearing where the nominee was expected to be questioned on his residency status, his tax records, and his ties to the oil industry.
Labor language reinserted in gasline bill
The latest version of a bill advancing a natural gas mega-project restores language concerning collective bargaining.
Yakutat prepares to try out wave-generated power
The northern Southeast city of Yakutat is gearing up for a wave-energy experiment. If it’s a success, the community of about 650 residents could lower its high, diesel-fueled power costs.
Begich: Public dollars are for public education
Begich singled out public school funding and constitutional amendment for state support of private or religious schools