It’s just one way the Assembly and city are trying to incentivize developers to build more housing in the borough.
Local Government
After months in a stalemate, union employees at Juneau’s hospital have a contract
Negotiations for a new contract had stalled over disagreements with Bartlett Regional Hospital administration over how much wages should increase.
Potential new hurdles for Hoonah’s borough petition arise following state commission’s approval
The City of Gustavus may file a request for reconsideration of the commission’s decision to approve the Xunaa Borough proposal.
Juneau residents wary of proposed utility rate hikes down the pipe
The city’s utility division proposes increasing the flat residential water rate by just over 10% starting next July and each year until 2029. The proposed sewer increase is nearly 13% each year.
On fourth try, Sitka cruise limit ballot prop goes out for signatures
The last three petition applications were denied by the city’s legal department because they were deemed unenforceable, and included confusing or misleading provisions.
Flood-prone Juneau homeowners remain divided on city’s plan to address glacial outbursts
More than 20 residents shared public testimony at Monday night’s Assembly meeting. While some championed the city’s plan, others expressed frustration with its rollout and cost.