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Mendenhall River flooding update: information for residents and homeowners

August 6, 2024 – News

In the early morning hours of August 6, the Mendenhall River crested at 15.99 feet, causing unprecedented flooding in the Mendenhall Valley. Although fortunately there …

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August 7 Special Assembly and Assembly Finance Committee meetings cancelled

August 6, 2024 – FYI

In order to continue to respond to the recent Mendenhall River flooding in Juneau, the August 7 Special Assembly and Assembly Finance Committee (AFC) meetings …

Photo of Mendenhall Lake with glacier in the distance

Suicide Basin update: prepare for significant flooding

August 5, 2024 – News

Suicide Basin continues to release into Mendenhall Lake and River and current forecasts indicate that flooding could reach levels similar the August 2023 glacial outburst …

Adult skater holdings hands with two children on the rink ice

2024-2025 Treadwell Arena season kicks off with free Back to School Skate on August 8

August 5, 2024 – News

The ice is back at Treadwell Arena! Shake off the rust and get ready for a new season of skating—and a new school year—at a …

High water levels along the Mendenhall River on a deceptively sunny day

Suicide Basin update: higher floodwater crest expected – take action now

August 5, 2024 – News

Water levels in Mendenhall River continue to rise following the release of Suicide Basin and the latest forecast indicates that flooding could exceed the August …

High waters on the Mendenhall River below Back Loop Bridge

Suicide Basin update: floodwater crest potentially higher than 2023 – take action now

August 5, 2024 – News

All residents to the west of Riverside Drive are advised to make an evacuation plan and seek shelter away from their homes for the night. Water …

Emily Wright to serve as next CBJ Municipal Attorney

August 5, 2024 – News

The City and Borough of Juneau Assembly is pleased to announce the selection of Emily Wright as the next Municipal Attorney. Wright, who currently serves …

Photo of Mendenhall Lake with glacier in the distance

Suicide Basin release underway – avoid Mendenhall River

August 4, 2024 – News

Suicide Basin is currently releasing water into Mendenhall Lake and Mendenhall River. At this time, it is too early to know the scale of the outburst. …

Photo of Mendenhall Lake with glacier in the distance

Suicide Basin full, overtopping glacier

August 1, 2024 – News

Data indicates Suicide Basin has filled and has begun to overtop the glacier. What does this mean? Like water overflowing out a full bathtub, water …

Ship-Free Saturday FAQ now available online

July 30, 2024 – News

A selection of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the ship-free Saturday ballot initiative is now available online at juneau.org/tourism. Juneau residents will vote on an initiative …

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