The reduction follows a 2022 agreement meant to extend the life of Juneau’s landfill.
Tourism
Alaska tourism industry expecting another strong year, led by cruise passengers
Visitors to the state during the 2022 season had an economic impact of $5.6 billion, according to a recent report from the Alaska Travel Industry Association with the most recent available data.
Washington man pleads guilty to selling fake Alaska Native art in Ketchikan
They products, which were actually produced in the Philippines, were sold out of two storefronts in Ketchikan.
Big changes are coming to the Mendenhall Glacier area
The area’s finalized improvement plan includes a new visitor center, more parking, an expanded trail system and more.
City leaders are considering whether – and how – to limit cruise ship visitors in Juneau
Tourism Manager Alexandra Pierce says the cruise industry may be willing to discuss ship-free days, ship size limits or a daily visitor cap.
Juneau residents have 1 month to submit proposals for using cruise ship passenger fees
The $5 per passenger fee has funded public wi-fi, the Rainforest Trail and bathroom maintenance at the docks.