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|

Request for public comment: Hazard Mitigation Plan Update – Draft Mitigation Action Projects

The CBJ and Tlingit & Haida are pleased to release the draft list of Mitigation Action Projects for public review and comment. These project ideas have been selected and prioritized by the Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) planning team and represent an important component of the 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update.

The full draft HMP is expected to be released for public review early next week. While the next public review period for the HMP will be brief due to grant deadlines, the planning team is sharing the Mitigation Action Projects list in advance to give the public as much time as possible to review this key section of the plan. CBJ & T&H anticipate submitting the final, adopted HMP to the State and FEMA by the end of July.

Public input has played an essential role in developing this plan. The HMP draft incorporates feedback from community meetings, the public survey, social media, and comments on the draft risk assessment. If you have feedback on the Mitigation Action Projects, please send comments to [email protected] by July 25, 2025.

July 10th, 2025|

Volunteers needed for full-scale disaster exercise at Juneau International Airport

The Juneau International Airport (JIA) seeks nearly 100 volunteers for a full-scale emergency disaster drill on Saturday, July 26. Volunteer participation in this simulated disaster exercise is critical for JIA, first responders and partner agencies to effectively prepare for the event of a potential aircraft emergency.

The outdoor exercise will take place from 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Juneau International Airport. Volunteers must attend an informational briefing on Friday, July 25 at 5 p.m. to participate in the live exercise the following day.

Volunteers are needed for the following roles:

  • Role playing of injured passengers, distraught family members & other bystanders
  • Make-up artists
  • Event support

Volunteers interested in this unique opportunity to lend a hand and get an inside look at the community’s emergency response and preparedness efforts can register at www.jotform.com/form/251766389730165. Additional information regarding volunteer participation will be provided following registration.

For more information, contact Andres Delgado: [email protected].

 

July 9th, 2025|

Registration opens July 16 for Art in the Garden at Jensen-Olson Arboretum

Juneau Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Friends of Jensen-Olson Arboretum, invites local youth to participate in Art in the Garden, a hands-on art experience designed to connect students with the natural world through creative expression.

Art in the Garden – A Creative Afternoon for Youth at Jensen-Olson Arboretum
Date: Saturday, 26, 2025
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Jensen-Olson Arboretum

This free event is open to children ages 6 to 12. Participants will be divided into two groups based on age and skill level. Older students will focus on painting, while younger students will engage in drawing activities. Please note that placement in either group is not guaranteed and will be determined on the day of the event.

Art in the Garden encourages young artists to explore the beauty of the Arboretum while developing their artistic abilities in a supportive outdoor setting.

Registration is required (bit.ly/44C5Iyu) and will open at noon on Wednesday, July 16. Space is limited to 20 participants, and early registration is recommended.

For more information or to register, visit bit.ly/44C5Iyu or contact Juneau Parks & Recreation at 907-586-5226.

July 9th, 2025|
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