Jensen-Olson Arboretum closed October – December

The Jensen-Olson Arboretum will be closed to the public for the months of October through December while facilities maintenance is underway. The Arboretum will reopen on January 3.

The Arboretum will welcome visitors for one final week of fall from Wednesday, September 25 through Sunday, September 29 before wrapping up the season with a ribbon-cutting to celebrate a new accessible pathway on the grounds—stay tuned for event details soon. Visitation is available by appointment through October 5.

During the closure, access to the parking lot along Glacier Highway and Point Caroline Trail will remain open. The Arboretum is also available for wedding rentals and educational opportunities—contact the Arboretum Manager or CBJ Parks & Recreation for more information.

The Arboretum will reopen in January for winter hours, Fridays through Sundays from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Winter hours continue through March.

JOA sends a special thanks to all Arboretum volunteers, supporters, and visitors who made another wonderful summer season possible.

For hours, access, and other information, visit the JOA website.

For questions, please contact Jensen-Olson Arboretum Manager Ginger Hudson at (907) 789-0139 or [email protected].

 

September 23rd, 2024|

Final reminder: CBJ property tax payments due September 30

2024 property tax payments are due on Monday, September 30. Property tax payments must be received or postmarked by September 30 to be considered timely. Payments received or postmarked after September 30 will be considered late and will incur late fees.

Property tax payments can be submitted:

  • By mail to CBJ Treasury, 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801
  • In person (cash or check) at City Hall during regular business hours (*Credit cards are not accepted when paying in person)
  • Dropped in one of the City’s three dropbox locations at Super Bear IGA, Foodland IGA, or City Hall (*Use only payment drop boxes—do not put payments in CBJ Elections ballot drop boxes)
  • Online by ACH/eCheck or credit card through the InvoiceCloud online payment portal (*There is a convenience fee to use a credit card but it’s free to pay with ACH/eCheck )

Extended Cash Office Hours

The CBJ Cash Office, located on the first floor of City Hall off Heritage Way, will be open for extended hours from Monday, September 23 through Monday, September 30:

Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The Cash Office remains closed on Sunday.

Postmarks

CBJ property taxes submitted by mail must have a United States Postal Service (USPS) postmark dated on or before September 30, 2024, to avoid late fees and penalties. Taxpayers who send their payments by mail are cautioned that the USPS only postmarks certain mail depending on the type of postage used and may not postmark on the same day the item was deposited in the mail by the sender. If a payment is received after the deadline with a late or missing postmark, the payment is considered late, and penalties will be added to your bill. Visit juneau.org/finance/understanding-postmarks for more information. Avoid any postmark confusion and pay online with InvoiceCloud.

CAUTION: Online bill payments made through online banking systems (for example, via a “Bill Pay” tool in the taxpayer’s personal banking account) are often sent by bulk mail using a permit imprint and do not include a postmark. These payments can take up to two weeks or more to reach our office and will be considered late if received after September 30th.

Flood Damage

If your home or property was damaged in the flooding, you are encouraged to request partial property tax relief from the CBJ Assessor’s Office. Impacted property owners who are ready to take this step are welcome to fill out the Disaster Relief form and return it by email along with photos of damage, to [email protected] or by postal mail to 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, Alaska 99801. If you have questions, you can send them to the email address or call (907) 586-5215 ext 4033.

Please note that you will still need to pay the full amount of your property taxes by the deadline to avoid penalties, and refunds will be issued as applications are processed. We understand this is a challenging time for many. Unfortunately, City code does not allow for extensions of the property tax deadline, even under these extreme circumstances.

Questions

If you have questions regarding payment of your property taxes, contact the Treasury Office at [email protected], or call (907) 586-5215 ext. 4907. Please include your parcel number or the physical address that specifically identifies your property with any inquiries.

September 23rd, 2024|

Mendenhall River flooding update: disaster assistance and mitigation advocacy

In the wake of the August 6 Mendenhall River flooding, multi-pronged efforts are underway to secure federal assistance and pursue mitigation options. This week, a CBJ delegation is meeting with federal agencies and congressional officials in Washington, D.C. to advocate for disaster assistance and mitigation support. The delegation will report back to the Assembly at the September 23 Special Assembly Meeting.

Yesterday, September 19, Governor Mike Dunleavy formally requested a federal declaration of emergency from the White House via FEMA. Read the letter and supporting documents in full. A federal declaration authorizes funds for public assistance, individual assistance, and hazard mitigation. Alaska’s full Congressional delegation submitted a joint letter in support of the declaration.

CBJ is deeply grateful for the support of State and Congressional leaders and for their commitment to securing assistance for our community.

In addition, CBJ partners and stakeholders are advocating for emergency management and mitigation support from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. On September 19, the Governor’s Office requested USACE emergency management planning assistance, including flood-fighting resources. On September 18, Tlingit & Haida requested a USACE feasibility study to address the impacts of glacial erosion and flooding. Among other things, a feasibility study would enable CBJ and Tlingit & Haida to access critical federal resources, such as the Alaska Coastal Erosion grant, for damage prevention and protection.

CBJ continues to vigorously pursue all avenues to provide support and resources for those impacted by flooding and to address the imminent threat of future flood events.

For information about flood recovery and resources, visit juneau.org/manager/flood-response. For questions, email [email protected].

September 20th, 2024|

Register now for Juneau Pools lifeguarding class October 16-19

Juneau Pools is making a push to hire new lifeguards and eliminate a staffing shortage that is currently limiting pool hours and capacity. In addition to actively hiring for both full- and part-time positions, we’re offering a new training opportunity next month. Registration is now open for the October 16-19 Juneau Pools lifeguarding class at Dimond Park Aquatic Center. Participants who successfully complete the class will earn an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, valid for two years.

Register online via the Parks and Rec registration catalog (under the Juneau Pools tab). Registration closes on Monday, October 7.

The class will take place on Wednesday, October 16 through Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily.

Class fees are $250 for general participants but free for those who submit an application for employment as a Juneau Pools lifeguard by the end of the course. Both Dimond Park Aquatic Center and Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool are currently hiring lifeguards in both full- and part-time positions, with early morning, daytime, and evening shifts available.

The class is open to a maximum of 15 people.

Prerequisites: Complete a pre-course session in the pool prior to the first day of class. The pre-course includes a 200-yard swim, brick retrieval from 10 feet, and treading water for 2 minutes. Must be 15 years old by the last day of class.

For more information, contact Seth Cayce at (907) 586-0839 or [email protected].

September 20th, 2024|

Public Testimony Opportunities at Assembly Meetings 9/23 & 10/21

The following items are scheduled for public hearing by the City and Borough of Juneau Alaska Assembly, on the date(s) designated below.  The agenda and packet material for the meetings will be posted on the CBJ website at https://juneau-ak.municodemeetings.com/ by close of business the business day prior to the meetings.

Monday, September 23, 2024
12:15p.m. Special Assembly Meeting, Zoom Webinar ONLY
https://juneau.zoom.us/j/91515424903  or 1-253-215-8782 Webinar ID: 915 1542 4903

The public may participate via Zoom webinar only. Testimony time will be limited by the Mayor based on the number of participants. Members of the public that want to provide oral testimony must notify the Municipal Clerk by 10:00am the day of the meeting by calling 907-586-5278 and indicating the topic(s) upon which they wish to testify. Members of the public are encouraged to send their comments in advance of the meeting to [email protected].

Ordinance 2024-01(b)(M) An Ordinance Appropriating $3,000,000 to the Manager as Local Matching Funds for a United States Army Corps of Engineers Glacier Outburst Flooding General Investigation Study; Funding Provided by General Funds.

Ordinance 2024-01(b)(N) An Ordinance Appropriating $100,000 to the Manager for Expanded Inundation Maps and Hydrological Modeling of the Mendenhall River; Funding Provided by General Funds.

Monday, October 21, 2024
7p.m. Assembly Reorganizational Meeting Assembly Chambers/Zoom webinar
https://juneau.zoom.us/j/91515424903  or 1-253-215-8782 Webinar ID: 915 1542 4903

The public may participate in-person or via Zoom webinar. Testimony time will be limited by the Mayor based on the number of participants. Members of the public that want to provide oral testimony via remote participation must notify the Municipal Clerk prior to 4pm the day of the meeting by calling 907-586-5278 and indicating the topic(s) upon which they wish to testify. For in-person participation at the meeting, a sign-up sheet will be made available at the back of the Chambers and advance sign-up is not required. Members of the public are encouraged to send their comments in advance of the meeting to [email protected]

Ordinance 2023-14(b)(AR): An Ordinance Appropriating $2,809,082 to the Manager to Fund the City and Borough of Juneau and Bartlett Regional Hospital’s Fiscal Year 2024 Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) Contribution; Funding Provided by the Alaska Department of Administration.

Ordinance 2024-01(b)(G): An Ordinance Appropriating $200,000 to the Manager for Bartlett Regional Hospital’s Home Health and Hospice Services; Funding Provided by General Funds.

Ordinance 2024-01(b)(H): An Ordinance Appropriating $240,000 to the Manager for the Transit Fare Technology Capital Improvement Project; Grant Funding Provided by the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities.

Ordinance 2024-01(b)(I): An Ordinance Appropriating $8,900,000 to the Manager for the Bartlett Regional Hospital Emergency Department Addition Capital Improvement Project; Funding Provided by Hospital Funds.

Ordinance 2024-01(b)(K): An Ordinance Deappropriating up to $505,000 of General Funds and Appropriating up to $505,000 of Restricted Budget Reserves for the August 2024 Glacier Outburst Flood Response. 

Ordinance 2024-01(b)(L): An Ordinance Appropriating $938,324 to the Manager for the Planning Phase of the Airport Master Plan Capital Improvement Project; Funding Provided by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant and Airport Revolving Funds.

Ordinance 2024-31: An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City and Borough by Rezoning 12400 and 12410 Glacier Highway from D1(T)D3 to D3.

ADA accommodations available upon request: Please contact the Clerk’s office 36 hours prior to any meeting so arrangements can be made for closed captioning or sign language interpreter services depending on the meeting format. The Clerk’s office telephone number is 586-5278, TDD 586-5351, e-mail: [email protected].

 

September 19th, 2024|
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