A measure helping villages set up safe water and sewer systems is getting some attention in the Legislature.
Government
Coastal management bill stalled in House
With less than three weeks remaining in the legislative session, it’s looking unlikely lawmakers will pass a bill to re-establish the Alaska Coastal Management Program.
Young conservationists learn about legislative process
Twenty young activists from around the state gathered in Juneau this week for the 12th annual Civics and Conservation Summit, sponsored by Alaska Youth for Environmental Action. The week-long conference teaches teens about the legislative process and how to talk to lawmakers about their issues.
Sanford intends to run for mayor
Former Juneau Assemblyman Merrill Sanford plans to run for mayor. He says he decided to go public after participating in last week’s Southeast Conference Mid-Session Summit.
CBJ moving forward with avalanche mitigation home buyout proposal
The City and Borough of Juneau is moving forward with a plan that could lead to a buyout program for homes threatened by avalanches from Mt. Juneau.
Angoon fishery petition before subsistence board
Kootznoowoo Incorporated says state-managed commercial fishing is hurting subsistence harvests near Angoon.