Downtown Douglas/West Juneau Steering Committee meets June 11

The Downtown Douglas / West Juneau (DD/WJ) Steering Committee will meet on Wednesday, June 11 at 5 p.m. to complete work on the draft DD/WJ Area Plan. The draft plan will then move out of committee and on to the Planning Commission.

The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

Zoom link: https://juneau.zoom.us/j/85452288069?pwd=j7YgpD5L9smtMScm0b3jNffTOn8maU.1
Dial-in: 1-253-215-8782
Meeting ID: 854 5228 8069
Passcode: 392027

Find more information about the draft Area Plan at juneau.org/community-development/douglas-west-juneau.

Questions or comments can be sent to [email protected].

June 9th, 2025|

May 14, Historic Resources Advisory Committee Meeting Cancelled

Historic Resources Advisory Committee (HRAC) Meeting Cancelled 

The Historic Resources Advisory Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, 2024, at 5:00pm in the Downtown Juneau Library Conference Room has been cancelled due to lack of quorum.

Please check the CBJ calendar at https://juneau.org/calendar for meeting and participation updates. For more information, please contact about the HRAC, please contact Scott Ciambor in the Community Development Department at 907.586.0753 ext. 4127 or [email protected].

May 14th, 2025|

Join May 7 open house for public comment on Downtown Douglas/West Juneau draft area plan

The Downtown Douglas/West Juneau (DD/WJ) Steering Committee is seeking public comment on the draft DD/WJ Area Plan. This plan encompasses the area from Sandy Beach to the Douglas Bridge, and, if adopted, will become part of CBJ’s Comprehensive Plan, a big-picture guide that helps the city decide how to grow and develop over the next 20 years.

The steering committee will host an open house on Wednesday, May 7 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. to discuss the draft plan and gather feedback. Community members who live, work, and/or recreate in the Douglas/West Juneau area are encouraged to attend to learn more about the plan and provide feedback on the vision, goals, and actions it proposes.

What: Public open house for draft Downtown Douglas/West Juneau Area Plan

When: May 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Sayéik: Gastineau Community School Commons

View the draft plan online at bit.ly/DDWJAreaPlan.

Submit your comments to [email protected]. The public comment period is open through Wednesday, May 21.

May 1st, 2025|

Join CBJ for Community Listening Sessions to shape Juneau’s future

The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) is launching an update to its Comprehensive Plan, a big-picture guide that helps the city decide how to grow and develop over the next 20 years. To kick off this important process, CBJ is hosting a series of Community Listening Sessions over two days at four different locations to hear directly from residents about their experiences, challenges, and vision for Juneau’s future.

Events over 2 days, at 4 locations – find one near you!

Tuesday, April 22:

  • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Centennial Hall, Egan Room
  • 5 – 7 p.m., Thunder Mountain Middle School, Commons

Wednesday, April 23:

  • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Mendenhall Valley Library, Large Meeting Room
  • 6 – 8 p.m., Juneau Douglas High School, Commons

The listening sessions will be open house style, with multiple opportunities to talk, brainstorm, and ask questions—you’re welcome to stop by at any time that’s convenient for you, or to stay all two hours.

What is a Comprehensive Plan?

The Comprehensive Plan is a big-picture guide that helps shape Juneau—from the types of housing available to the places you shop, work, and spend time with family and friends. It influences decisions about parks, schools, roads, and public transportation. The plan also helps protect our natural environment and support the local economy.

How can I participate?

This is just the first opportunity to get involved. Over the next three years, there will be additional chances to share feedback during the Comprehensive Plan’s three phases:

  • Phase 1: Listening and Learning — Gathering community input on challenges and opportunities to create a shared vision.
  • Phase 2: Imagining Possibilities — Exploring different scenarios for Juneau’s growth.
  • Phase 3: Shaping Policies for Action — Developing clear strategies and policies to guide future decisions.

For more information on the Comprehensive Plan update, upcoming events, and ways to stay involved, visit ourfuture.juneau.gov.

For questions, please contact Minta Montalbo in the CBJ Community Development Department at (907) 586-0715 or [email protected].

April 16th, 2025|

Regular Planning Commission meets March 25, 2025. Here’s how to weigh in.

The Regular Planning Commission meets Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Assembly Chambers. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting held both in person and via Zoom Webinar link, and will be to discuss a new dog grooming salon, a new dental clinic, and a rewrite of the Comprehensive Plan.

This hybrid meeting will be held in person and by remote participation. Join the virtual meeting online at https://juneau.zoom.us/j/85421744892 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: 854 2174 4892. If you’re giving public comment while participating virtually, you shall state your name and place of residence before beginning your testimony and will be asked to stay on the line 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, March 21, 2025, or testify at the meeting. Read the Planning Commission Meeting agenda at https://juneau-ak.municodemeetings.com.

Conditional Use Permit for a Dog Grooming Salon at 2217 Dunn Street (USE20250006)

Conditional Use permit for a Dog Grooming Salon at 2217 Dunn Street in a LC zone.

Conditional Use Permit for Dental Clinic at 3063 Vintage Blvd.  (USE20250007)

Conditional Use Permit for a three-story, 19,635 square foot dental clinic located at 3063 Vintage Boulevard (next to Safeway).

Comprehensive Plan Rewrite (AME20250002)

A rewrite of the Juneau Comprehensive Plan.

March 10th, 2025|