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Both city officials and residents have been hesitant to adopt the new hazard maps since their introduction in the spring of 2021.

Dunleavy continues to call for an additional $1,250 PFD payment to increase the amount paid this year, which was $1,114.

Southeast Alaska’s largest tribe is reminding citizens that it could see a loss in funding if they don’t report in the 2020 census.

Funds are aimed at improving law enforcement, public safety infrastructure and services for victims of crime.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy is proposing bills that would repeal most of what’s left of the criminal justice overhaul enacted three years ago.

Gov. Bill  Walker asked the chairs of both finance committees Monday to re-allocate $10 million toward the state’s ailing 911 system. The money was originally proposed for oil and gas research, but the governor’s office said that this was more important.

Juneau’s public safety task force is recommending police-operated cameras be posted in areas with high crime. The Juneau Assembly has yet to deliberate on the proposal.

Attorney General Jahna Lindemuth said reducing crime will take enhanced collaboration across different departments.

“By stepping up and being a good citizen, he’s doing a great service to the entire community,” Juneau Police Chief Bryce Johnson said of assault victim Wesley Johnson.

Walker made the announcement Wednesday at the Alaska Federation of Natives and National Congress of American Indians annual conference in Anchorage.