Even though it plans to adopt a final version by mid-June, Assembly members and city staff say they may have to revisit the budget later on if the state’s budget isn’t finalized in time.
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Jeff Rogers to take over as Juneau’s finance department director
Rogers comes from the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, where he directs administrative services. He will replace Bob Bartholomew, who is retiring in July.
Noticing an extra charge on your Amazon receipt? Here’s why.
As of this month, the majority of Amazon purchases made by Juneau customers will now collect local sales tax. A plan is in the works to standardize sales tax collection across the state.
No cuts to city services, facilities under Juneau’s proposed budget
The Juneau Assembly will meet as the finance committee each Wednesday through the end of May to refine the budget. As proposed, the city would have to draw down $500,000 from reserves.
AEL&P’s new owners say Juneau’s utility isn’t for sale
Canadian power company Hydro One isn’t interested in selling Alaska Electric Light & Power Company. But the Juneau Assembly still wants to study the prospect of a municipal-owned utility.
State, municipalities face higher borrowing costs from falling credit ratings
A state official estimates the rating downgrades since last year could cost the state an extra $5 million to $6 million over 20 years on a $100 million transportation bond issuance.