EVAR (Airport Dike Trail) closed due to construction through July

The Juneau International Airport this week began work on the Mendenhall Riverbank Stabilization project at the end of Runway 8, adjacent to the Emergency Vehicle Access Road (EVAR), also known as the Airport Dike Trail. Given the project location, the trail will be closed until work is completed in late July or early August.

The project includes stabilization of approximately 110 feet of riverbank that was damaged during the 2023 jökulhlaup (glacier outburst flood). Because the work is tide-dependent, exact days and hours of work will vary.

Please abide by posted trail closure signs for your safety. We recognize the inconvenience to trail users and appreciate your patience while these critical repairs are underway.

 

For more information, contact Ke Mell, JNU Airport Project Manager at (907) 321-3809 or [email protected].

July 16th, 2025|

Dimond Park Field House front parking lot closed July 17

The front parking lot at Dimond Park Field House will be closed on July 17 due to construction activity. The side parking lot will remain open as usual. The construction will not impact Field House hours. Turf for Tots will run as scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

 

For more information contact the Dimond Park Field House at (907) 364-3734 or [email protected].

July 16th, 2025|

Regular Planning Commission Meeting on July 22 – Notice of Public Comment

The Regular Planning Commission will meet Tuesday, July 22 at 7:00 p.m. in Assembly Chambers. This hybrid meeting will be held both in person and via Zoom, and discussion will include several topics for which the City & Borough of Juneau is currently accepting public comments. The full meeting agenda is available at https://juneauak.portal.civicclerk.com/.

Agenda topics include:

  • State Project for Conversion to a Continuous Green T (CGT) Intersection (CSP2025 0001)
    • Conversion to a Continuous Green T (CGT) Intersection at Egan Drive and Vanderbilt Hill Road.
  • Alternative Residential Subdivision Final Plan Approval (ARF2025 0001)
    • Creating 42 unit lots and one parent lot (43 total) at 4760 Glacier Hwy.
  • Major Subdivision for Alternative Residential Subdivision (SMP2025 0001)
    • Creating 42 unit lots and one parent lot (43 total) at 4760 Glacier Hwy.
  • Amendment to Downtown Douglas / West Juneau Area Plan Draft (AME2019 0015)
    • Downtown Douglas / West Juneau Area Plan Draft.
  • Flood Zone Exception for HESCO Barrier Project (FZE2025 0001)
    • Flood Zone Exception to allow an encroachment and development of the HESCO Barrier, Phase 1 project from 9399 Rivercourt Way to 4395 Riverside Drive.

More information about each of these cases is available at on the Community Development website. The public is encouraged to submit written comments to [email protected] by 12 noon, July 18, 2025, or testify at the meeting on July 22.

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

July 11th, 2025|

Additional sandbag distribution events scheduled for July 19 & July 26

The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) and Tlingit & Haida are partnering to host two sandbag distribution events later this month at the Dimond Park Field House. Events will be held on:

  • Saturday, July 19 – 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, July 26 – 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

These events aim to help residents prepare for potential flooding along the Mendenhall River.

What to Expect

  • Sand, empty bags, and shovels will be provided for public use.
  • Pre-filled sandbags will not be available.
  • Space will be available for residents to fill their own bags on site.
  • Volunteers may be on hand to assist.

Important Guidelines

  • Households located within the predicted 18-foot flood inundation area may collect up to 75 sandbags, including those that participated in a previous sandbag distribution event(s).
  • Supplies are limited. Please take only what you need to help ensure availability for others in need.

Stay Informed

Flood maps & preparedness info:

Don’t forget to sign up for emergency alerts: bit.ly/CBJAlerts.

July 11th, 2025|

2025 CBJ municipal election candidate filing period opens July 18

The 2025 City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Regular Municipal Election candidate filing period opens Friday, July 18 at 8 a.m. and closes Monday, July 28, at 4:30 p.m.

This fall, Juneau voters will elect three (3) Assembly members and three (3) Board of Education (School Board) members. Juneau residents are encouraged to consider this opportunity to serve the public and contribute to their community.

All candidate filings must be submitted in person at the Municipal Clerk’s Office located on the second floor of City Hall — 155 Heritage Way, Room 215. Candidates are encouraged to file as early as possible during the filing period to allow for time to correct any errors or insufficiencies in their paperwork.

The Clerk’s Office cannot certify a candidate’s nominating petition without the following paper documents filed in the Clerk’s Office by Monday, July 28 at 4:30 p.m.

Declaration of Candidacy must be submitted to the Clerk in their original paper form including signatures and notarization. Form available at juneau.org/clerk/elections

Nominating Petition must be submitted to the Clerk in their original paper form including signatures. Form available at juneau.org/clerk/elections

Public Official Financial Disclosure (POFD) must be filed electronically though APOC’s website and a printed signed copy submitted to the Clerk. Log in to my.alaska.gov to start the process.

Candidates for office must meet eligibility criteria including voter registration and residency requirements. Eligibility criteria for Assembly and Board of Education differ, so be sure to check the correct form.

Candidates may only run for one elected office (Assembly or Board of Education) at a time.

 

The following seats are open in this election:

Assembly – 3 Open Seats for Full 3-Year Terms

  • One (1) Areawide Assembly Seat, candidates may live anywhere within the CBJ.
  • One (1) District 1 Assembly Seat, candidates must live in Downtown Juneau, Douglas, North Douglas, Lemon Creek or the Airport area.
  • One (1) District 2 Assembly Seat, candidates must live in the Mendenhall Valley, Auke Bay or Out-the-Road.

View a map of Assembly districts.

Assemblymembers are limited to a maximum of three consecutive three-year terms and must take a minimum of a one-year break before they are eligible to run again for Assembly. Juneau area voters may vote for all races on the ballot.

 

Board of Education – 3 Open Seats for Various Terms

  • Two (2) seats are for full three-year terms
  • One (1) seat is for an unexpired two-year term.

Juneau voters may vote for up to three candidates.

Board of Education candidates may reside anywhere within the CBJ. There are no term limits for Board of Education members.

 

2025 Regular CBJ Municipal Election Information

The last day to vote in the Municipal Election is Tuesday, October 7. Ballots are mailed to all registered voters on Friday, September 19. Voters are encouraged to return their voted ballot by-mail via USPS or at one of the five Ballot Drop Box locations around town to avoid waiting in line at a Vote Center on Election Day. The deadline to register to vote or update your voter information (including mailing address) is September 7.

For more information on CBJ elections, including what to do if you are traveling during election season, visit juneau.org/clerk/elections or contact the Clerk’s Office at (907) 586-5278 or [email protected]

July 11th, 2025|
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