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August 7, 2024

August 7 Special Assembly and Assembly Finance Committee meetings cancelled

In order to continue to respond to the recent Mendenhall River flooding in Juneau, the August 7 Special Assembly and Assembly Finance Committee (AFC) meetings have been cancelled. The Special Assembly meeting agenda topic related to the City Attorney appointment will be taken up during the August 19 Regular Assembly meeting. The Assembly Finance Committee meeting will not be rescheduled…
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Aerial view of Mendenhall River with surrounding streets flooded
EmergencyNews Item
August 7, 2024

Mendenhall River flooding update: information for residents and homeowners

In the early morning hours of August 6, the Mendenhall River crested at 15.99 feet, causing unprecedented flooding in the Mendenhall Valley. Although fortunately there were no injuries or fatalities, damage was widespread. Over 100 homes have been damaged or impacted by floodwaters. The community is now facing a long recovery. Read on for more information about first steps to…
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CBJ crews hauling a large pile of black trash bags full of flood debris away from a residential lawn
EmergencyNews Item
August 7, 2024

Mendenhall River flooding update: CBJ will organize debris collection

UPDATE: CBJ is working with the State of Alaska to collect disaster debris in the upcoming days. As of today, DOT&PF crews are out in the field picking up an initial round of household garbage, furniture, and other non-hazardous-waste. Please help the crews work quickly by separating hazardous waste from the garbage pile. Hazardous items include cleaning chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides,…
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Aerial photo of neighborhood streets flooded with river water.
Community DevelopmentNews Item
August 6, 2024

Flood insurance FAQ

How do I know if my home insurance covers flood damage? Contact your home insurance agent. Most home insurance policies do not cover flood damage. Flood insurance is available separately through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) National Floodplain Insurance Program (NFIP) or through some limited private policies. It is not necessary to be in a mapped flood zone to…
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ParksRecNews Item
August 6, 2024

August 6 Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting cancelled

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, August 6 has been cancelled. The next Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting will take place Tuesday, September 3 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Chambers and via Zoom. See the full CBJ public meetings calendar at juneau.org/calendar.
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Aerial view of flooded streets in Mendenhall Valley
EmergencyNews Item
August 6, 2024

Mendenhall River flooding update (8/6 2 PM)

At a special Assembly meeting today, August 6, the City and Borough of Juneau Assembly declared a local emergency following the Mendenhall River glacial outburst flood and formally requested state and federal assistance. Shortly afterwards, Governor Dunleavy declared a state emergency. The glacial outburst flood, which took place on August 5 and 6 due to a major release from Suicide…
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