North Franklin Construction Postponed, Taku Boulevard Construction Begins August 3
The first phase of construction work along North Franklin Street in downtown Juneau has been postponed to summer of 2027. Early site investigation revealed more preparation is needed than what was originally planned for. The area will return to normal traffic and pedestrian access by Monday, August 3. Construction on part of Taku Boulevard, from Mendenhall Loop Road to Aspen Avenue, will begin as early as Monday, August 3. Construction is expected to complete in…
Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool Closed August 10 to 16 for Annual Maintenance
Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool will be closed from Monday, August 10, through Sunday, August 16, for its annual maintenance. This maintenance includes draining and refilling both pools, patching the lap pool liner, and general maintenance on building systems. During the closure, Dimond Park Aquatic Center will remain open to the community. The pool will reopen for regular hours on Monday, August 17. Visit the Juneau Pools schedule to view the aquatics calendar. For…
Regular Planning Commission Meets August 11, 2026 — Here’s How to Weigh In
The Regular Planning Commission meets Tuesday, August 11 at 6 p.m. in the Assembly Chambers and over Zoom webinar. This meeting will discuss a proposed Conditional Use Permit. Join the virtual meeting using the Zoom link or by calling 1-346-248-7799 or 1-669-900-6833 or 1-253-215-8782 or 1-312-626-6799 or 1-929-436-2866 or 1-301-715-8592 and entering webinar ID: 868 4722 1296. If you’re giving public comment while participating virtually, state your name and place of residence before beginning your testimony. You will be asked to stay on…
As Construction Progresses, Three Playgrounds Set to Open Fall 2026
The City and Borough of Juneau is pleased to share that three playgrounds – Sigoowu Ye Park, Si’t Tuwan Park and Dzantik’i Heeni Playground – are expected to open this fall after exciting updates based on years of public input are completed. Below are the current statuses of each park’s construction. Sigoowu Ye Park – Lemon Creek Updates being made to Sigoowu Ye Park include new playground equipment, upgraded pathways and improved landscaping, and enhanced lighting. Currently, contractors are working on surfacing and final site clean-up. Most other park updates…
Election Day, October 6, 2026 – PRELIMINARY UNOFFICIAL RESULTS POSTED
Preliminary unofficial results for the 2026 CBJ Regular Municipal Election including all ballots received and verified through Monday, October 5, are now posted HERE. October 6, 2026, was Election Day for the CBJ Regular Municipal Election, conducted as a by-mail election. Ballots were mailed to voters on September 18 and began returning on September 21. To be counted, all ballots were…
Public Notice of Proposed Passenger Facility Charge
The Juneau International Airport is seeking public comment on a proposed Passenger Facility Charge of $4.50 per eligible enplaned passenger that is proposed to take effect November 1, 2026 and expire August 31, 2035. Comments must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26 via email to angelica.lopez-campos@jnuairport.com or by mail. Comments submitted by mail must be postmarked August 26, 2026 or earlier and addressed to: Juneau International Airport Attn: Airport Business Manager 1873 Shell Simmons Drive, Suite 200 Juneau, Alaska…
