It’s been nearly a year since the City and Borough of Juneau demolished the Gastineau Apartments. Now the city is taking the owners to court to recoup some of the $1.4 million spent tearing it down.
Housing
Four Native institutions urge Juneau Assembly to abandon ‘camping’ ordinance
The four leaders say removing campers from downtown district can be done in “a humane and compassionate” way by establishing a campsite elsewhere.
Juneau Assembly considers downtown ‘camping’ ban
The Juneau Police Department chief spoke out in support of a proposed anti-camping ordinance that would empower officers to clear homeless people sleeping in front of the city’s downtown businesses.
Ketchikan High School club donates pie proceeds to Pioneers
The Ketchikan High School’s Rotary Interact Club raised more money than they’ve ever raised before selling pies for seniors. They raised a total over $3000.
Juneau Assembly adopts housing plan, but excludes it from comp plan
“Even if it’s not quite how I wanted it, I think it’s time to get moving toward implementation,” said assembly member Jesse Kiehl.
Successes and shortcomings in Anchorage’s homelessness strategy
As the year comes to a close, Anchorage officials are taking stock of the city’s problems with homelessness. Several assertive measures to connect people with housing and social services are succeeding, but the coordinated effort is showcasing just how much work is left to do.