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April 20 webinar shares options for reducing carbon emissions of food & waste

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability and AARP Alaska present “Grub and Garbage: Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Food and Waste.” The webinar is happening Wednesday, April 20 at 6 – 7:30 p.m. and will broadcast via Zoom and AARP Alaska’s Facebook page. For Zoom, register for the webinar here.

What we eat and how we throw things away matter greatly to personal health and the health of the planet. This session examines ways that food and waste systems can help us reduce our carbon footprints and build resiliency. Webinar speakers will share both practical tips and visionary pathways for how Juneau can turn our food and waste systems into climate change solutions. From community gardens to recycling and composting, you’ll leave better understanding how our food and waste systems are part of the solution. Currently, land use and agricultural practices, waste systems, and the industrial food system generate significant greenhouse gas emissions.

“If we focus on a circular economy and local food security, we can bring economic and health benefits to the community while doing our part to reduce carbon emissions,” says Juneau Commission on Sustainability member Colin Peacock. “Local folks are engaged in important work to get us on that path, and we are excited to share these solutions with the broader community.”

This webinar session is the fourth in a five-part series, “Reducing Our Carbon Footprint.” The series runs every other Wednesday through May 4. Join the April 20 webinar via Facebook Live at www.facebook.com/aarpak or register for the Zoom at states.aarp.org/alaska/reducing-our-carbon-footprint. Recordings of the previous session are also available.

The final session is:

Wednesday, May 4, 6 – 7:30 p.m. – Building Resiliency: Health and Climate Change

In our rapidly changing world, some are struggling with how to maintain grounded and hopeful. This session focuses on recent research confirming that climate change is impacting our mental health, including a greater risk of depression and even suicide. There are many self-help, therapist backed tips to help us become resilient in the face of changes accompanying changes in climate. This session will provide tools for reducing anxiety.

April 19th, 2022|

Planning Commission meets April 26. Here’s how to weigh in.

The Planning Commission has a Regular Meeting April 26 at 7 p.m. to review applications for a modification of Conditional Use Permit USE2021 0011, a proposed subdivision, and a Conditional Use Permit for construction of an awning. The public is encouraged to submit written comments to [email protected] by 12 noon, April 22, or testify at the meeting. Read the Planning Commission Meeting agenda here.

This hybrid meeting will be held in person and by remote participation. Join the meeting online https://juneau.zoom.us/j/87889807666, or call 1-346-248-7799 or 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 878 8980 7666. If you’re giving public comment, you’ll be asked to state your name, place of residence, and will be asked to stay on the phone after your testimony to answer any questions from the Commission. For more information about the procedure, contact the Community Development Department at 907-586-0715.

These are the public hearing items:

A modification (extension) of a Conditional Use Permit (USE2021 0011) for a cold weather emergency shelter at Resurrection Lutheran Church (USE2022 0005)

The applicant requests a modification (extension) of Conditional Use Permit USE2021 0011 to operate an emergency cold weather shelter at Resurrection Lutheran Church with conditions. USE2021 0011 is set to expire on May 1, 2022. The applicant is requesting a repeal of the expiration date.

A proposed subdivision of one (1) lot into three (3) lots with one (1) standard lot and two (2) bungalow lots (SMF2022 0001)

The applicant requests a final plat review for a subdivision of one standard lot in a D5 zoning district into two (2) bungalow lots and one (1) standard lot. This subdivision is required to go through the Major Subdivision process. The preliminary plat was approved on February 14, 2022 with conditions (SMP2021 0006).

A Conditional Use Permit for construction of an awning in a required side yard setback (USE2022 0004)

The applicants request a Conditional Use Permit for construction of an awning in a required side yard setback at 2611 John Street in a D18 zone. The proposed awning is to be constructed over an existing walkway and would be located in the southwest side yard setback. The applicants have stated that the addition would prevent ice from building up on the walkway to the entry door.

April 19th, 2022|

Planning Commission Meets April 26. Here’s how to weigh in….

The Regular Planning Commission meets April 26, 2022, at 7 P.M. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting held both in person and via Zoom, and will be to review applications for a modification of Conditional Use Permit USE2021 0011, a proposed subdivision, and a Conditional Use Permit for construction of an awning,

This hybrid meeting will be held in person and by remote participation. Join the virtual meeting online https://juneau.zoom.us/j/87889807666 or call: 1-346-248-7799 or 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 or 1-312-626-6799 or 1-929-436-2866 or 1-301-715-8592 and enter Webinar ID: 878 8980 7666. If you’re giving public comment, you’ll be asked to state your name, place of residence, and will be asked to stay on the phone after your testimony to answer any questions from the Commission. For more information about the procedure, contact the Community Development Department at 907-586-0715.

The public is encouraged to submit written comments to [email protected] by 12 noon, April 22, or testify at the meeting. Read the Planning Commission Meeting agenda here.

A modification (extension) of a Conditional Use Permit (USE2021 0011) for a cold weather emergency shelter at Resurrection Lutheran Church (USE2022 0005)

The applicant requests a modification (extension) of Conditional Use Permit USE2021 0011 to operate an emergency cold weather shelter at Resurrection Lutheran Church with conditions. USE2021 0011 is set to expire on May 1, 2022. The applicant is requesting a repeal of the expiration date.

A proposed subdivision of one (1) lot into three (3) lots with one (1) standard lot and two (2) bungalow lots (SMF2022 0001)

The applicant requests a final plat review for a subdivision of one standard lot in a D5 zoning district into two (2) bungalow lots and one (1) standard lot. This subdivision is required to go through the Major Subdivision process. The preliminary plat was approved on February 14, 2022 with conditions (SMP2021 0006).

A Conditional Use Permit for construction of an awning in a required side yard setback (USE2022 0004)

The applicants request a Conditional Use Permit for construction of an awning in a required side yard setback at 2611 John Street in a D18 zone. The proposed awning is to be constructed over an existing walkway and would be located in the southwest side yard setback. The applicants have stated that the addition would prevent ice from building up on the walkway to the entry door.

April 18th, 2022|

Planning Commission to resume in-person meetings starting April 12

The City and Borough of Juneau Planning Commission will resume in-person meetings in City Hall Assembly Chambers on Tuesday, April 12. The meetings will continue to also be streamed via Zoom, so the public has the option to participate remotely or in person. The Planning Commission will meet in a Committee of the Whole at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, to prepare and train for the hybrid meeting style, followed by a Regular Planning Commission Meeting at 7 p.m. to review applications for the disposal of land and a rezone of 2.6 acres. Read the Committee of the Whole Meeting agenda here. Read the Planning Commission Meeting agenda here.

To join remotely, go online https://juneau.zoom.us/j/88987928148, or call 1-346-248-7799 or 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 with Webinar ID: 889 8792 8148. Public comment can be given in person or remotely. For more information about the procedure, contact the Community Development Department at 907-586-0715. The public is encouraged to submit written comments to [email protected] by 12 p.m. noon on Friday, April 8, or testify during the meeting.

The following items are up for public comment during the April 12 Regular Planning Commission Meeting at 7 pm:

City and Borough of Juneau Land Disposal – 1 Acre to Brian Maller (CSP2022 0001)

The applicant requests a City State Project Review for disposal of approximately one acre of CBJ-owned land off of Fritz Cove Road. The purchasing party has requested land from CBJ to facilitate a longer driveway for future development of the lot. If approved, the purchasing party would be required to submit a Minor Subdivision application.

A rezone of 2.6 acres from D10 to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) or Light Commercial (LC) (AME2021 0010)

Catholic Community Services (CCS) requests a rezone of 2.6 acres from D10 to NC or LC to accommodate more office development. CSS originally applied for a LC, but the project was put on hold while AME2021 0001 (North Douglas Highway) was experiencing delays. On March 7, 2022 the NC zoning was established and CSS feels it is a better fit than LC at this time.

For more information, contact the Community Development Department at 907-586-0715.

April 6th, 2022|

Planning Commission Meets April 12. Here’s how to weigh in….

The Planning Commission will hold a Committee of the Whole Meeting prior to the regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting on April 12, 2022, at 6:30 P.M. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting held both in person and virtual, and will use the same webinar information as the Regular Planning Commission meeting. This meeting will be used for training on Hybrid Meetings.

The Regular Planning Commission meets April 12, 2022, at 7 P.M. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting held both in person and via Zoom, and will be to review applications for the disposal of land to Brian Maller and a rezone of 2.6 acres.

These hybrid meetings will be held in person and by remote participation. Join the virtual meeting online https://juneau.zoom.us/j/88987928148 or call: 1-346-248-7799 or 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 or 1-312-626-6799 or 1-929-436-2866 or 1-301-715-8592 and enter Webinar ID: 889 8792 8148. If you’re giving public comment, you’ll be asked to state your name, place of residence, and will be asked to stay on the phone after your testimony to answer any questions from the Commission. For more information about the procedure, contact the Community Development Department at 907-586-0715.

You may also participate in person in City Hall Assembly Chambers. Please note that under current Covid-19 mitigation strategies, in-person participation will be limited to fifty (50) people, including the Planning Commission and staff. Overflow standing room is provided in the lobby of City Hall.

The public is encouraged to submit written comments to [email protected] by 12 noon, April 8, or testify at the meeting. Read the Planning Commission Meeting agenda here. Read the Committee of the Whole Meeting agenda here.

City and Borough of Juneau Land Disposal – 1 Acre to Brian Maller (CSP2022 0001)

The applicant requests a City State Project Review for disposal of approximately one acre of CBJ-owned land off of Fritz Cove Road. The purchasing party has requested land from CBJ to facilitate a longer driveway for future development of the lot. If approved, the purchasing party would be required to submit a Minor Subdivision application.

A rezone of 2.6 acres from D10 to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) or Light Commercial (LC) (AME2021 0010)

Catholic Community Services (CCS) requests a rezone of 2.6 acres from D10 to NC or LC to accommodate more office development. CSS originally applied for a LC, but the project was put on hold while AME2021 0001 (North Douglas Highway) was experiencing delays. On March 7, 2022 the NC zoning was established and CSS feels it is a better fit than LC at this time.

April 4th, 2022|