Pedestrian detour on Egan Drive sidewalk starting May 20

The sidewalk on the channel side of Egan Drive between Whittier Street and Willoughby Avenue will be closed due to construction work on the Outer Drive Wastewater Lift Station starting Tuesday, May 20. Construction is expected to last through September.

Pedestrians should cross Egan Drive at the Whittier Street traffic lights and/or the crosswalk in front of the Four Points Hotel to bypass the construction zone.

Sidewalk closure barricades and pedestrian detour signs will be in place for the duration of construction. Please obey all signage and detours for the safety of yourself and others. We appreciate your patience and cooperation while work is underway.

For questions, please contact:

May 19th, 2025|

Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool closed for annual maintenance May 24 – June 9

Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool will be closed for annual maintenance beginning Saturday, May 24. The facility is expected to reopen on Monday, June 9.

This routine closure allows staff to perform important upkeep to ensure the facility remains safe, efficient, and ready for summer programming. We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding during this time.

Dimond Park Aquatic Center will be open to the public during this time. See the DPAC schedule at juneaupools.org.

For more information, please contact Pool Supervisor Chris Barte at [email protected] or (907) 586-0839 ext. 4147.

May 16th, 2025|

Celebrate Arbor Day 2025 at Evergreen Cemetery & Park on May 19

CBJ Parks & Recreation invites the community to celebrate Arbor Day 2025 at Juneau’s newest arboretum, Evergreen Cemetery & Park. Join us at 12 p.m. noon on Monday, May 19.

This year’s Arbor Day celebration includes a ceremonial tree planting and a chance to recognize the continued growth and care of our city’s green spaces. Join us for a brief gathering to honor the importance of trees in our community and to welcome the newest additions to the Evergreen arboretum.

All are welcome! Come celebrate nature, community, and the beauty of our shared spaces.

For questions, contact CBJ Parks & Recreation at (907) 586-5226 or [email protected].

 

 

May 16th, 2025|

Apply for a Fourth of July vendor spot at Savikko Park

The City and Borough of Juneau Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting vending permit applications for Fourth of July festivities at Savikko Park. All permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 23 at 4:30 p.m. Learn more on the Parks & Recreation Vending Permits webpage.

All food vendors will be located near Treadwell Arena. There are 19 food vending spots available including a bigger space to accommodate a large food truck. For non-food vendors, there are five spots available along Savikko Road. Parks & Recreation supplies the vending space only. All other equipment – like tables, tents, and generators – must be provided by the vendor.

Applications and related material should be emailed to Recreation Supervisor Dave Pusich at [email protected] by the June 23 deadline.

For more information, contact Dave Pusich at (907) 586-0417 or [email protected].

May 15th, 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|