The dock will be constructed next to the U.S. Coast Guard station along Egan Drive and paired with an upland waterfront development called Áak’w Landing. It’s estimated to cost at least $150 million.
Economy
Alaska Senate leaders still aiming for $1,000 dividend despite high oil prices
Sen. Bert Stedman, a Sitka Republican, said he’d rather direct additional revenue toward long-deferred maintenance and upgrades for state facilities.
Roe seized from factory trawler accused of fishing violations in Alaska’s Bering Sea
The enforcement action is against the Northern Eagle, a catcher-processor owned and operated by Seattle-based American Seafoods. The company disputes the allegation.
Juneau Assembly agrees to reexamine Telephone Hill demolition plan and timeline
Assembly member Nano Brooks made the motion, which passed in a 6-2 vote. Brooks was elected last fall after the Assembly voted to move forward with the neighborhood’s demolition to redevelop the area into newer, denser housing.
Juneau Assembly approves opening winter warming shelter year-round
The aim is to address Juneau’s current lack of shelter space and housing units and reduce the number of unhoused people camping outside in the summer.
Southeast Alaska back to average harvest goal for king salmon after 2025 low
Fishermen in Southeast Alaska will be able to harvest about 70,000 more king salmon this season than last year.