The potential for avalanches in all known slide paths (see map) is elevated and increasing overnight due to heavy snowfall and continued northerly winds in the forecast. Due to the elevated risk, CBJ is moving to the “Set” stage of the “Ready, Set, Go” readiness framework. This is not an evacuation advisory, …
February 27, 2025 Good afternoon, Earlier this week, I shared the difficult news regarding the change in direction by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) on an enduring solution to the ongoing threat of glacial lake outburst flooding (GLOF) in the Mendenhall Valley. I want to acknowledge the weight …
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) Assembly will discuss updates and next steps on several major community priorities, projects and conversations at the Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. on Monday, February 23. Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) Solutions The meeting will include an update …
The planned rebuild of Marine Park will begin on Monday, March 2. Construction is expected to last through 2026 with estimated completion in April 2027. During this time, pedestrians will need to follow signs around the construction site. A map of pedestrian routes, along with information about the project, can …
Five firefighter apprentices were officially sworn in as members of Capital City Fire Rescue (CCFR) in October 2025, addressing vacancies in Juneau’s fire department. These apprentices are a part of CCFR’s new apprenticeship program for locals to earn firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certifications while actively working in the department. “The plan is to get locals with roots in our community the skills for a stable career and a reason to stay …
Capital City Fire Rescue (CCFR) Chief Rich Etheridge quietly retired on the last day of December 2025 after 27 years with the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) and 34 years supporting Alaska’s public safety. “Chief Etheridge provided steadfast leadership at CCFR and navigated many challenges with courage and positivity,” says CBJ Deputy City Manager Robert Barr. “We are grateful for his exemplary service to our community and are excited …
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) is asking Juneau residents to share what city services they value most by taking the CBJ Community Compass Survey before mid-February. Community feedback collected through this survey will help inform the CBJ assembly’s budgeting process this spring. Following the passage of Proposition 2 (sales tax exemptions) in the October 7, 2025 Regular Municipal Election, significant reductions in sales …
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Hatley as the new Fire Chief for Capital City Fire Rescue (CCFR). Chief Hatley’s first official day in the role will be February 9. “CBJ is excited to welcome Chief Hatley to our community and …
Eaglecrest general manager Craig Cimmons announced his resignation on January 8, 2026. The Eaglecrest Board appointed Erin Lupro, Director of Snowsports School, Rental, Retail & Repair, as Acting General Manager. Cimmons was hired as General Manager in 2024, bringing extensive ski area experience to the role. Most recently, he spent 12 years at Jay Peak Resort in Vermont as Ski School & Community Engagement Manager. His appointment came …
The evacuation advisory has been lifted for all slide paths, including the Behrends pathway. Risk from avalanche hazard remains elevated and future evacuation advisories are possible. CBJ is actively monitoring and assessing avalanche risk for all other known slide paths and will provide updates as conditions continue to change. Despite …
