A crosswalk in a downtown Juneau neighborhood is constantly being painted over in rainbow colors. Depending on who you ask, It’s either an expression of creativity or simple vandalism.
Jacob Resneck, CoastAlaska
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Juneau homeless served with trespass notices
Residents in a homeless camp off Egan Drive have been given 14 days to vacate the property. The area owned by the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority is slated for sale and redevelopment.
AEL&P’s new owners say Juneau’s utility isn’t for sale
Canadian power company Hydro One isn’t interested in selling Alaska Electric Light & Power Company. But the Juneau Assembly still wants to study the prospect of a municipal-owned utility.
Juneau Assembly reaffirms commitment to climate goals
The Juneau Assembly voted 6-3 to reaffirm its commitment to combating climate change. Opponents argued against interjecting into a national debate.
Agreement reached over former Auke Bay Marine Station
The City and Borough of Juneau and the University of Alaska Southeast have inked a deal to share a former federal marine lab on Auke Bay. The former NOAA facility has been largely shuttered since federal scientists moved to the larger Ted Stevens Marine Research Institute on Lena Point.
Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority moves to clear Juneau homeless camp
The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority wants a homeless camp on one of its downtown properties cleared by September 5. The city is working with social care agencies to find alternatives for the dozen people camped there.