The new agreement pushes back the deadline for opening the gondola by a year, setting it at May 31, 2028. If it doesn’t open by then, Goldbelt can back out.
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Plans move forward for Goldbelt investing $10M in Eaglecrest’s gondola project
Under a revenue-sharing agreement, Goldbelt would contribute $10 million to the project and would get between 10-25% of gondola revenue.
Feds OK concept for new ferry terminal at the end of Juneau’s road
A Federal Highway Administration spokesperson says that the ferry terminal project is only “illustrative” at this point and is not yet eligible for federal funding.
Shipping a gondola system from Austria to Juneau will cost more than double the initial estimate
The gondola system weighs several hundred tons and will take more than 25 truckloads to get to Eaglecrest.
Alaska seeks private operators to fill gaps in winter ferry schedule
The state of Alaska is looking to the private sector to offer ferry service between Juneau and four Southeast villages facing months-long gaps this winter from January to March.
Infrastructure bill could boost ferries, energy projects in Southeast
Participants at a town hall forum discussed Southeast Alaska infrastructure projects — like energy projects and ferry funding — that could become possible with new funding.
Up to $3,600 available to Tlingit and Haida members, Goldbelt shareholders
Tlingit and Haida’s program is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. Goldbelt’s funding comes from last year’s CARES Act.
After nearly 15 months of Zoom lunches, Juneau’s Chamber of Commerce gathers for an in-person meal
U.S. Rep. Don Young spoke to a crowd of more than 50 at the Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall.
Goldbelt shareholder fined $1,000 over Facebook post accusing state regulator of inaction
The fine comes as the state’s broad powers over shareholder speech is under review by the Alaska Supreme Court.
Alaska DOT contracted private charters for Pelican and Gustavus. Two weeks later, they’re still waiting.
The Alaska Marine Highway System has only two vessels running, leaving many coastal communities without ferries.