Utilities News

Beginning the week of September 1, 2026, the City and Borough of Juneau Water Utility will begin flushing the water distribution system. Work is scheduled to begin in Douglas, then moving downtown and working north to the hospital, the Lemon Creek area, the Valley, Auke Bay and the Tee Harbor area, in that order. Work will occur between 8:00 AM…

The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) is pleased to share the positive results found in this year’s annual water quality report. The report, which assesses Juneau’s drinking water sources, is available to the public each year. Highlights from the 2025 water quality report include:   Juneau’s treated drinking water, sourced from the Last Chance Basin wellfield and the Salmon Creek Reservoir, met all state and federal public health standards. After comprehensive monitoring, no…

Starting today, July 1, the water and sewer utility rate will increase by 5 percent. Utility users should expect changes to their billing statements and all manual Bill-Pay customers will need to update their accounts to reflect the new rates. AutoPay users will have their payments automatically updated and will not need to take action. Find more information on how to pay for utilities on the…

The City and Borough of Juneau Assembly approved increases to both water and sewer utility rates in June 2025. The 5 percent utility rate increase will go into effect on July 1, 2026. New rates can be found on the water and wastewater rates webpage.   Utility users should expect changes to their billing statements. All manual Bill-Pay customers will need to update their accounts to reflect the new…

After a temporary shutdown to address major equipment repairs and material build-up, the Recycling Center returns to full service and operations on Tuesday, March 17. All recyclable materials – cardboard, mixed paper, glass, aluminum, and plastic – can be dropped off on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Residents can visit juneaurecycling.com to learn more about the Recycling Center and its services.  …

The Utility Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 12 at 5:15 p.m. is cancelled.   For more information about the meeting cancellation, reach out to Amanda Hatch at amanda.hatch@juneau.gov.