Juneau city and public meetings in 2021

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks & Harbors Finance Sub-Committee will discuss the rational basis for CPI adjustments and review the FY22 and FY23/24 biennial budget cycle. Presentations are scheduled from the Sub-Committee Chair and Port Director.

• Presentation on Rational Basis for CPI Adjustment
• Review of FY22 and FY23/24 Biennial Budget cycle

The Finance Sub-Committee approved a motion to tie all rates marked 'yes' for CPI increase on the CBJ Docks & Harbors Rate Overview spreadsheet to the Alaska Department of Labor Consumer Price Index for Urban Alaska, effective as soon as possible. The committee also reviewed preliminary FY22 and FY23/24 budget figures, noting a potential minor profit or loss, and discussed the ongoing rate study and UAS property purchase. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to apply CPI to all rates marked 'yes' on the rate spreadsheet (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2021 Finance Sub-Committee minutes as presented
• Approved agenda as presented

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The Juneau Human Rights Commission is discussing plans for an Anti-Semitism Town Hall, including potential speakers and advertising. The commission is also reviewing a calendar of monthly awareness themes and continuing work on its strategic plan.

• Anti-Semitism Town Hall planning regarding speakers and advertising
• Training for JHRC members on crowdsourcing
• Review of monthly awareness themes and calendar
• Continuation of the Strategic Plan/Action Plan

The Juneau Human Rights Commission approved minutes and agenda, and scheduled three 2022 town halls: January 18 on transgender issues, February 23 on anti-Semitism, and March on women's history. They also selected February 28 to meet with the Juneau Human Resources Committee. No substantive policy decisions were made; actions were procedural and planning-focused.

• Approved November 16 and November 24 minutes by consensus
• Approved agenda as amended by consensus
• Scheduled town halls: Jan 18 (transgender), Feb 23 (anti-Semitism), March (women's history)
• Selected February 28 for meeting with Juneau Human Resources Committee
• Tabled October 19 and November 5 minutes
• Tabled strategic plan/action plan continuation to January

Juneau Commission on Aging

The Juneau Commission on Aging will discuss preparing an application for the 2022 AARP Community Challenge Grant. The board will also hold discussions regarding the Good Jobs Challenge and the formation of an Elder Care Coalition.

• Report on applying for the AARP 2022 Community Challenge Grant
• Discussion regarding the Good Jobs Challenge grant proposal
• Discussion on building an Elder Care Coalition
• Update on Assembly board seats and appointment dates
• Review of the Senior Community Resource List

The Juneau Commission on Aging met via Zoom and approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The board agreed to support the Good Jobs Challenge grant with a letter of support and discussed partnering with Parks and Recreation for an AARP grant to add fitness equipment at Sandy Beach. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to support Good Jobs Challenge grant with letter of support

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

The Assembly Committee of the Whole will discuss COVID measures, housing grants, and the North Douglas rezoning ordinance. The session also includes a presentation by DH&SS and a review of the Juneau Affordable Housing Fund summary.

• North Douglas ReZone (Ordinance 2021-26)
• COVID measures
• Housing grants
• Juneau Affordable Housing Fund Summary
• DH&SS presentation

The Committee of the Whole voted 5-3 to refer Ordinance 2021-26, the North Douglas rezone, back to the full Assembly for a public hearing, after a motion to amend the ordinance failed 4-4. The committee also approved forwarding $300,000 in housing grants for AWARE and St. Vincent DePaul projects to the January 10, 2022 Assembly meeting, and directed staff to work with Gastineau Lodge Apartments on loan collateral options. A motion to forward The Glory Hall project to the next COW meeting with additional information passed 6-2.

• Referred North Douglas rezone Ordinance 2021-26(am) to full Assembly (5-3)
• Amendment to remove condition from rezone failed (4-4)
• Forwarded $150,000 AWARE and $150,000 SVdP housing grants to Assembly (unanimous)
• Directed staff to work with Gastineau Lodge on loan collateral by May 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Forwarded The Glory Hall $350,000 grant request to next COW meeting (6-2)
• Amendment to add Assembly ratification of risk levels failed (3-5)

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The committee will review the legislative capital priority list and discuss selecting a site for a new City Hall. The meeting also includes an update on 2021 snow removal efforts.

• New City Hall site selection
• Legislative Capital Priority List review
• Snow Removal 2021 Update
• Contracts Division Activity Report

The Public Works & Facilities Committee approved forwarding the Legislative Capital Priority List to the full Assembly, with removed projects struck through and rationale noted. The committee also approved forwarding four recommended sites for the New City Hall project for further study, including the Walmart building option. The Augustus Brown Pool renovation was put on hold due to higher-than-expected bids.

• Approved forwarding Legislative Capital Priority List to Assembly (motion passed)
• Approved forwarding four New City Hall sites for further study (unanimous)
• Put Augustus Brown Pool renovation on hold due to high bids

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Planning Commission Title 49 Committee is meeting virtually to discuss proposed revisions to code section CBJ 49.70.310. This is the only topic listed for discussion on the agenda.

• Proposed Revisions to CBJ 49.70.310 (AME2017 0001)

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks and Harbors Board will review recommendations for marine passenger fee requests and an ordinance change regarding reservation agreements with private dock owners. The meeting also includes discussions on port staffing needs, the budget cycle, and a harbor rate study.

• Marine Passenger Fee Request recommendations
• Ordinance for reservation agreements with private dock owners
• CY22 Port Staffing Needs
• Selection of HDR for Harbor Rate Study
• Governor’s FY2023 Proposed Budget update

The Docks and Harbors Board approved recommendations for Marine Passenger Fee requests to the City Manager, including increased funding for port-customs building maintenance and a raised safety guardrail cost. The Board also directed staff to advance an ordinance change enabling Docks & Harbors to execute reservation agreements with private dock owners, with a request for Risk Management review. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational discussions.

• Approved Marine Passenger Fee recommendations to City Manager (unanimous)
• Directed staff to advance ordinance for private dock reservation agreements (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Nov 5, 6, 10 retreat, Nov 18 regular, and Dec 8 special meetings (unanimous)

Building Code Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing completed and remaining action items related to building, plumbing, and electrical codes. This includes status reports on various editions of the IBC, IRC, NEC, and IMC.

• Approval of October 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Status updates on reviews for the 2015 IBC, 2018 IBC, and 2015 IRC
• Progress reports on 2017 NEC and 2020 NEC reviews
• Updates on 2015 IMC and 2018 IMC reviews

The committee approved the October 20, 2021 minutes and reviewed progress on the 2015 and 2018 building code updates. Members completed several code review sections, and the committee decided to keep certain code provisions, including geotechnical investigation and frost protection requirements. No new substantive decisions were made beyond approving the minutes and setting review tasks.

• Approved October 20, 2021 minutes
• Kept 19.03.1803.5.2 geotechnical investigation provision
• Kept 19.03.1805.1 damproofing and waterproofing provision
• Kept 19.03.1809.5 shallow foundations frost protection provision
• Kept 19.03.1809.12 timber footings provision
• Assigned remaining code review tasks to members

Assembly

The Assembly is meeting to consider several appointments. These include positions for the Systemic Racism Review Committee, Bartlett Regional Hospital Board, and Planning Commission.

• Systemic Racism Review Committee Appointment
• Bartlett Regional Hospital Board Appointments
• Planning Commission Appointments

The Juneau Assembly held a special meeting and approved three personnel actions. It reappointed Dr. Lindy Jones, Deborah Johnston, and Hal Geiger to the Bartlett Regional Hospital Board, and Travis Arndt, Nathanial Dye, and Hans Erik Pederson to the Planning Commission, all for terms from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024. The Assembly also extended the application period for the Systemic Racism Review Committee to January 31, 2022, allowing the current applicant to be considered with additional applicants. All motions passed without objection.

• Reappointed Dr. Lindy Jones, Deborah Johnston, Hal Geiger to Bartlett Regional Hospital Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Travis Arndt, Nathanial Dye, Hans Erik Pederson to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Extended Systemic Racism Review Committee application period to Jan 31, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Juneau Planning Commission met to decide on several land use applications. The commission approved permits for a research laboratory structure extension, an accessory apartment, and explosives storage in lower Hidden Valley. Additionally, the commission voted to hear an appeal related to BLD2021 0765.

• Approval of a conditional use permit extension for a research laboratory structure
• Approval of a conditional use permit for an accessory apartment on an undersized lot
• Approval of a renewal for explosives storage in lower Hidden Valley
• Approval of a modification to an approved facility (WCF2021 0010)
• Vote to hear an appeal related to BLD2021 0765

The Juneau Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for an accessory apartment at 923 Glacier Avenue with a 7-1 vote, adding a condition requiring a site plan demonstrating parking compliance before a building permit is issued. The commission also approved a second-story addition to a nonconforming structure at the same address, a wireless tower modification, and several consent agenda items, including a marijuana retail license renewal and a UAS lab extension. An appeal of a building permit decision was accepted and will be heard on the record.

• Approved accessory apartment conditional use permit at 923 Glacier Ave with parking condition (7-1)
• Approved second-story addition conditional use permit at 923 Glacier Ave (no objection)
• Approved wireless tower modification at 10020 Crazy Horse Dr (no objection)
• Approved marijuana retail license renewal for Rainforest Farms at 201 Seward St (consent)
• Approved UAS lab conditional use permit extension at 11308 Glacier Hwy (consent)
• Approved explosives storage permit renewal for Orica USA in Lower Hidden Valley (consent)
• Adopted 2021 Legislative Capital Priority List letter (no objection)
• Accepted appeal APL2021 0006, to be heard on the record with Arndt as hearing officer (8-0)

Youth Activities Board

The Youth Activities Board met via Zoom on December 14, 2021. The board planned to review and finalize edits for FY23 grant applications. The meeting also included liaison reports from PRAC and JAHC.

• Review and final edits of FY23 Grant Applications
• Approval of November 9, 2021 minutes
• Liaison reports from PRAC and JAHC

The Youth Activities Board approved final edits to the FY23 grant application packet, including wording changes and clarifications to scoring criteria. The board also discussed plans for scoring spreadsheets and a February meeting with grant applicants. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 10, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY23 grant application packet changes (unanimous)

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The committee will discuss creating MU3 and NC zoning districts and a resolution to rename Archipelago Lot 2A as Peratrovich Plaza. The agenda also includes reviewing ordinances for capital improvement funding for the Civic Center, August Brown Pool, and Centennial Hall.

• Resolution to rename Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza
• Ordinance 2021-35 creating MU3 and NC zoning districts
• $2,000,000 for Capital Civic Center project
• $2,500,000 for August Brown Pool project
• $500,000 for Centennial Hall Renovation Phase 2

The Systemic Racism Review Committee recommended moving Resolution 2968 forward to the full Assembly to name the waterfront property 'Peratrovich Plaza' in honor of Elizabeth Peratrovich. The committee also recommended Ordinance 2021-35, which would create new zoning districts (MU3 and NC), for Assembly action. The committee approved its 2022 meeting calendar and the consent agenda, which included several ordinances for introduction. No public testimony was given.

• Recommended Resolution 2968 to name waterfront property 'Peratrovich Plaza' (unanimous)
• Recommended Ordinance 2021-35 to create MU3 and NC zoning districts (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including ordinances for capital projects and tax changes (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 meeting calendar (unanimous)

Assembly Human Resources Committee

The Assembly Human Resources Committee is considering appointments to the Building Code Advisory Committee and the Juneau Commission on Aging. The meeting also addresses nominations for the Local Emergency Planning Committee.

• Reappointment of Chris Gianotti and Douglas Murray to the Building Code Advisory Committee
• Reappointment of Emily Kane, Linda Kruger, Ann Stepetin, and Kathleen Samalon to the Juneau Commission on Aging
• Filling two vacant seats on the Juneau Commission on Aging
• Nominations for the Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Assembly Human Resources Committee approved forwarding recommendations to the full Assembly for reappointments to the Building Code Advisory Committee and Juneau Commission on Aging, and for appointments/reappointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee. All motions passed without objection.

• Forwarded reappointment of Chris Gianotti and Douglas Murray to BCAC (unanimous)
• Forwarded reappointment of Emily Kane, Linda Kruger, Ann Stepetin, Kathleen Samalon to JCOA (unanimous)
• Forwarded appointment of Bobbi Epperly to JCOA vacant general public seat (unanimous)
• Forwarded LEPC appointments/reappointments including Bill Legere, Warren Russell, Loren Jones, Christopher Russell, Ryan Sand, Karen Wood, Ed Williams, Erin Walker-Tolles (unanimous)

Assembly

The Assembly will consider introducing several ordinances for capital improvement projects, including the Capital Civic Center and Augustus Brown Pool. Public hearings are scheduled regarding cruise ship sales tax and authority for the Bartlett Regional Hospital Board. The agenda also includes reviewing state taxation resolutions and local business license updates.

• $2,000,000 appropriation for the Capital Civic Center project
• $2,500,000 appropriation for Augustus Brown Pool renovation
• Ordinance to collect sales tax on cruise ship goods and services
• $500,000 appropriation for Centennial Hall Phase 2 renovations
• 35-year lease of ATS 615 in Tee Harbor to Donohue’s Marina LLC

The Assembly adopted an ordinance appropriating $2,880,000 to purchase 2.8 acres from the University of Alaska Southeast for the Juneau Fisheries Terminal, with $2,000,000 from general funds and the remainder from the Harbors Fund. An amendment to fund the full amount from the General Fund failed 4-5. The Assembly also adopted several other ordinances, including funding for the Capital Civic Center, Augustus Brown Pool, Centennial Hall, and a $150,000 grant to The Glory Hall.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(P) appropriating $2,880,000 for UAS land purchase (unanimous)
• Rejected amendment to fund full $2.88M from General Fund (4-5)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-40 amending hospital board authority (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-44 requiring sales tax on cruise ship sales in Gastineau Channel (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-45 leasing ATS 615 in Tee Harbor for 35 years (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(O) appropriating $5.5M for Seawalk and Statter Harbor (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(Q) granting $150,000 to The Glory Hall (unanimous)
• Adopted Regulation 05 CBJAC 20.080 increasing passenger-for-hire fees by 10% (unanimous)

Housing Development Task Force (Sunset March 2022)

The Housing Development Task Force will review the Variance Ordinance and discuss examples of permitting delays. The meeting also includes an update on the Assembly Retreat.

• Review of Variance Ordinance
• Examples of Permitting Delays
• Recommendations for Changes to Title 49
• Assembly Retreat Update

The Housing and Development Task Force discussed variance and Conditional Use Permit processes with City Attorney Robert Palmer, heard updates on Assembly goals for Title 49 revision and housing initiatives, and received developer feedback on permitting delays. No formal decisions were made; the group approved prior meeting minutes and scheduled next meetings for January 7 and 21, 2022.

• Approved September 30 and October 15, 2021 draft minutes
• Set next meetings for January 7 and January 21, 2022

JNU Airport Board

The Juneau Airport Board met via Zoom on December 10, 2020, and approved the minutes of the November 12 meeting. The board received the Airport Manager's report covering financial updates, including CARES Act funds and a financial model update, as well as reports on taxiway/guard light outage, power outages, an aircraft incident, and ongoing projects. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes and agenda.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)

JNU Airport Board

The Juneau Airport Board is reviewing updates to airport fund balances and the allocation of CARES Act grant funds for various maintenance projects. The meeting also includes reports on staff recruitment, environmental testing, and federal anti-human trafficking initiatives.

• Proposed purchase of a forklift vehicle not to exceed $50,000 using CARES Act funding
• Update on the use of $108,000 for Float Pond Phase 2 Design work
• Agreement reached regarding construction costs for the Channel Flying/Coastal Helicopter Wall
• Recruitment underway for a full-time Architect/Project Manager position
• Update on groundwater monitoring and PFAS testing at the airport

The Juneau Airport Board approved the purchase of a forklift vehicle at a cost not to exceed $50,000, funded by the CARES Act grant, to replace a rented unit costing $890 per month. The board also received updates on grant balances, a human trafficking partnership, and ongoing projects. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved purchase of forklift vehicle, not to exceed $50,000, funded by CARES Act grant (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Docks & Harbors Board

The committee will review the prioritization of Capital Improvement Projects. Presentations are also scheduled regarding Statter Harbor 'D' float damage, marine passenger fee requests, and 2022 staffing needs.

• Prioritization of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
• Statter Harbor “D” Float Damage Assessment
• Marine Passenger Fee Request
• Ordinance for reservation agreements with private dock owners
• CY22 Port Staffing Needs

The board approved the FY23 Capital Improvement Projects list as prioritized, including moving the $500,000 Statter Breakwater Feasibility Study from FY26 to FY23. The board also discussed damage to Statter Harbor D Float, a Marine Passenger Fee request, a reservation agreement with private dock owners, and CY22 staffing needs, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Approved FY23 Capital Improvement Projects list as prioritized (unanimous)
• Moved $500,000 Statter Breakwater Feasibility Study to FY23 on priorities list
• Added breakwater study, safety railings, and UAS property purchase to appropriations ordinance

Docks & Harbors Board

The board is holding a public hearing to recommend changes to passenger-for-hire regulations. The proposal includes increasing fees for inspected and uninspected vessels by 10% for the 2022 season. This follows infrastructure improvements at Statter Harbor.

• Proposed 10% increase to passenger-for-hire rates (05 CBJAC 20.080)
• Increase of inspected vessel fee from $518.00 to $569.80
• Increase of uninspected vessel fee from $156.00 to $171.60
• Estimated $15,000 revenue increase for the Harbor Enterprise

The Docks & Harbors Board held a public hearing and unanimously recommended that the Assembly adopt a 10% increase to the passenger-for-hire fee, covering both per-vessel and per-passenger charges. The change responds to added moorage from the Statter Harbor phase IIIC construction and follows over a year of public discussion. The recommendation now moves to the Assembly for final action on December 13th.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Recommended Assembly adopt 10% passenger-for-hire fee increase (unanimous)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee is discussing COVID-19 updates and planning for future training exercises. The meeting includes presentations from the Red Cross, Travel Juneau, and Tribal representatives. Information will also be shared regarding the Van Winkle HAZMAT exercise scheduled for March 2022.

• Van Winkle Regional Full Scale HAZMAT Exercise (March 22-23, 2022)
• SE AK EMS Symposium (April 2-3, 2022)
• Red Cross Preparedness Program presentation
• Travel Juneau presentation
• Tribal presentation

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee voted unanimously to recommend adding a new seat to represent the Alaska Native population, with the CBJ Law Department to determine the seat's title and description. The recommendation will be reviewed by the LEPC in January 2022 before being forwarded to the Assembly. Other business included reports on grants, training exercises, and the upcoming Ironman event.

• Approved November 10, 2021 minutes
• Voted unanimously to recommend adding an Alaska Native seat, pending CBJ Law Dept. review
• Noted $36k federal funding for police training (reported)
• Scheduled VanWinkle HAZMAT exercise for March 22-23, 2022
• Scheduled Ironman event for August 7, 2022

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks & Harbors Finance Sub-Committee will discuss funding options regarding a UAS property purchase. The meeting also includes presentations on the basis for CPI adjustments and CY22 personnel requirements.

• Funding options for UAS property purchase
• Rational basis for CPI adjustment
• CY22 Docks Enterprise personnel requirements

The Finance Sub-Committee discussed funding options for the UAS property purchase, including a central treasury loan, but took no formal action. They also reviewed a draft CPI rate adjustment policy and personnel needs for the 2022 cruise season, forwarding the personnel request to the Operations Committee. The meeting was largely informational with no final decisions made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved November 23, 2021 minutes as amended
• Discussed UAS property purchase funding options; no decision made
• Discussed CPI rate adjustment policy; no consensus, revisit at next meeting
• Forwarded CY22 Docks personnel requirements to Operations Committee

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2023 through 2029. The agenda also includes a review of legislative priorities and an operations update.

• Capital Improvement Program (FY2023-29)
• Legislative Priorities
• Operations Update
• Approval of minutes from June 1, July 6, and September 7, 2021

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee recommended the FY23-29 Capital Improvement Program to the Assembly and agreed to request $5 million for trail development as a state legislative priority. A motion to remove Twin Lakes ice skating lights from the CIP failed, and a proposed amendment to prioritize Sigoowu Ye Park lighting was not voted on.

• Approved minutes from June 1, July 6, and September 7, 2021
• Recommended FY23-29 CIP to Assembly (unanimous)
• Agreed to request $5 million for trail development as legislative priority
• Motion to strike Twin Lakes ice skating lights from CIP failed (1-6)
• Noted resignation of Ron Crenshaw and welcomed new Assembly Liaison Alicia Hughes-Skandijs

Assembly

The assembly is conducting a special worksession as part of its annual retreat. The agenda includes progress updates on 2021 goals and financial status, alongside setting future assembly goals. No public testimony will be taken during this meeting.

• Progress update on 2021 goals
• Financial update
• Assembly goal setting

The Assembly held a retreat/worksession to review progress on 2021 goals and set priorities for the coming year. After small-group discussions, members used a dot-voting exercise to rank implementing actions under five goals. The results will be compiled and presented for formal approval at the December 13, 2021 meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a worksession.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Prioritized housing actions, with 'Revise and improve Title 49 to facilitate housing' receiving the most votes (7).
• Prioritized economic development actions, with 'Update the Comprehensive Plan' receiving the most votes (9).
• Prioritized budget actions, with 'Develop strategy for fund balance and protect restricted budget reserve' and 'Continue to evaluate sales tax structure including equity and evaluate removing sales tax on food' each receiving 7 votes.
• Prioritized community wellness actions, with 'Examine social service funding levels and process' receiving the most votes (5).
• Prioritized sustainability actions, with 'Develop a Zero Waste or Waste Reduction Plan' receiving the most votes (7).
• Directed staff to compile and tabulate voting results for review at the December 13, 2021 meeting.

Eaglecrest Board

The board will review reports from the Nordic Advisory and Finance committees. The meeting includes updates on financial status, season preparation, and COVID-19 operation plans. The board will also address FY 23 capital improvement requests.

• FY 23 Capital Improvement Requests
• Financial Report
• Updated COVID-19 Operation Plans
• Department season preparation update
• Scheduling Finance Committee meeting for Operating Budget

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors approved the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) list as presented in the board packet, with no objections. The board also approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and comments on budget, staffing, and season preparations.

• Approved the CIP list as presented in the board packet (unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda without changes
• Approved the November meeting minutes and board retreat minutes without changes

Board of Equalization

The Juneau Board of Equalization will meet to make final value determinations for several commercial property appeals. These cases involve disputes between appellants and the Assessor that could not be resolved through agreement.

• Appeal 2021-0202: Value determination for 225 Front St
• Appeal 2021-0477: Farm use value determination for NBN Sherwood Ln
• Appeal 2021-0471: Value determination for NBN Curtis Ave
• Appeal 2021-0476: Value determination for 10400 Glacier Hwy
• Appeal 2021-0472: Value determination for 5580 Montana Creek Rd

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Planning Commission Title 49 Committee met virtually on November 30, 2021. The committee reviewed proposed revisions to CBJ Code 49.70.310.

• Proposed Revisions to CBJ Code 49.70.310 (AME2017-0001)

Assembly

The Assembly will consider Resolution 2972A to authorize an agreement with the State of Alaska. This resolution would allow the City Manager to accept funds from the American Rescue Plan Act's Local Government Lost Revenue Relief Program. The final allocation amount for local municipalities has not yet been released.

• Resolution 2972A: Authorizing agreement to accept American Rescue Plan Act funds

The Juneau Assembly unanimously adopted Resolution 2972, authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with the State of Alaska to accept American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from the Local Government Lost Revenue Relief Program. The final allocation amount has not yet been released by the state. No public comment was received, and the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Adopted Resolution 2972 authorizing manager to execute ARPA grant agreement (unanimous consent)

Assembly Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss fiscal year updates and the status of commercial property appeals. The committee will also consider a resolution opposing a statewide sales tax and a land purchase.

• Purchase of 2.8 acres from UAS (Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(P))
• Resolution opposing a statewide sales tax
• Update on FY21, FY22, and FY23
• Status of commercial property appeals

The Juneau Assembly Finance Committee approved a motion to move Ordinance 2021-08(P)(am) to the full Assembly, which would purchase approximately 35,000 square feet of uplands and 2.8 acres of tidelands from the University of Alaska Southeast for $2.88 million. The committee amended the motion to split the cost, with $2 million from the General Fund and $880,000 from the Harbors Fund. The committee also approved moving Resolution 29XX, opposing a state sales tax, to the full Assembly. The committee received updates on the FY21 budget surplus, FY22 projections, and the status of commercial property appeals.

• Approved the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Moved Resolution 29XX, opposing a state sales tax, to the full Assembly.
• Moved Ordinance 2021-08(P)(am) to purchase approximately 35,000 square feet of uplands and 2.8 acres of tidelands from UAS to the full Assembly, with the cost split $2 million from the General Fund and $880,000 from the Harbors Fund.

Historic Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Juneau Townsite project, including its selected contractor, proposed timeline, and public outreach plans. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September and October 2021.

• Juneau Townsite project contractor selection
• Juneau Townsite project proposed timeline and public outreach
• Approval of September and October 2021 minutes

The Historic Resources Advisory Committee approved the minutes from September and October 2021. The committee discussed the Juneau Townsite project, including plans for a hybrid public kick-off meeting and the involvement of local historian Anjuli Grantham. No formal decisions were made on the project. The committee also received updates on a totem pole installation and the Pioneers of Alaska annual meeting.

• Approved the September and October 2021 minutes.
• Discussed the Juneau Townsite project, including a hybrid public kick-off meeting.
• Noted that Anjuli Grantham will lead research for the project.
• Heard an update on the totem pole installation in the State Office Building, with a raising ceremony scheduled for December 17.
• Announced the Pioneers of Alaska annual meeting in Juneau in September 2022.

Juneau Commission on Sustainability

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability will review input regarding legislative priorities and the FY2023 Capital Improvement Program. The commission will also discuss goal setting for the Assembly and potential dates for a retreat.

• Input on Legislative Priorities
• Input on FY2023 CIP
• Assembly goal setting input
• JCOS retreat planning

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability approved sending a letter on legislative priorities, with a suggestion to add federal land access for local food production deferred to future discussion. The commission also moved its FY2023 Capital Improvement Plan input to a final draft, authorizing Steve to make final edits. Both actions passed by motion.

• Approved sending the legislative priorities letter, with 'beneficial electrification' language suggested and included.
• Deferred the federal land access for local food production topic to future discussion.
• Moved the FY2023 CIP input list to a final draft, with Steve authorized to make final edits.
• Adopted minutes from November 3 and November 17, 2021, with amendments.

Board of Equalization

The Board will review six property value appeals filed by James and Jo Ann Sidney. These cases involve commercial and farm use parcels on Curtis Ave and Glacier Hwy where the Appellant and Assessor could not reach an agreement.

• Appeal No. 2021-0470: NBN Curtis Ave commercial/farm use parcel
• Appeal No. 2021-0469: NBN Curtis Ave commercial/farm use parcel
• Appeal No. 2021-0468: NBN Curtis Ave commercial/farm use parcel
• Appeal No. 2021-0473: 10360 Glacier Hwy single family residence with farm use
• Appeal No. 2021-0474: 10390 Glacier Hwy commercial/farm use parcel

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The committee reviewed several ordinances regarding harbor leases and COVID-19 mitigation strategies. Discussions also included funding for the Juneau Fisheries Terminal and expanded mobile health services. The November 30 meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

• Ordinance 2021-45: Lease of ATS 615 in Tee Harbor to Donohue’s Marina LLC
• Ordinance 2021-46: Reestablishing COVID-19 mitigation strategies and penalties
• Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(P): $2,880,000 for Juneau Fisheries Terminal land purchase
• Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(R): $570,000 for expanded Mobile Integrated Health Services
• Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(O): $5,500,000 for Seawalk and Statter Harbor projects

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The committee will provide input on Assembly Goals and discuss capital project planning for the AB pool and Centennial Hall. The agenda also includes reports on waste management, construction inflation, and City Hall survey results.

• Capital Project Big Picture Planning: AB pool and Centennial Hall
• PWFC Input on Assembly Goals
• Waste Management Quarterly Report
• New City Hall Survey Results
• Expansion of CBJ RecycleWorks Junk Vehicle Program

The committee approved a motion to appropriate and introduce two ordinances: $2.5 million for Augustus Brown Pool repairs and $500,000 for Centennial Hall renovations. The motion includes a caveat that the Assembly discuss the big picture capital funding conversation in Finance before the ordinances are set for public hearing. The committee also approved forwarding recommended changes to Assembly goals to the full Assembly retreat.

• Approved minutes from September 20, 2021 and November 1, 2021 meetings.
• Approved forwarding recommended changes to Assembly goals to the full Assembly retreat.
• Approved motion to appropriate and introduce two ordinances: $2.5M for Augustus Brown Pool and $500,000 for Centennial Hall, with a caveat for Assembly discussion in Finance before public hearing.
• Heard a verbal report from Waste Management on odor control, safety, and fee increases.
• Heard a report on New City Hall survey results.
• Discussed construction inflation and volatility.
• Discussed expansion of the Junk Vehicle program; will be on a future agenda.
• Heard an update on PWFC action items for 2021 Assembly goals.

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

The Assembly Committee of the Whole will discuss updates regarding the Capital Civic Center and a tourism survey. The committee will also review the annual report from JCHH. No public comment is being taken during this worksession.

• Annual Report from JCHH
• Capital Civic Center Update
• Tourism Survey/VITF Update

The Committee of the Whole voted to introduce a $2 million appropriating ordinance from the General Fund for Centennial Hall design work at the Dec. 13 Assembly meeting, refer it to the Finance Committee on Jan. 5, and set a public hearing for Jan. 10. An amendment to reduce the amount to $1M with the rest from partners failed 4-5. The committee also directed staff to draft an alternative procurement ordinance. No other formal decisions were made; the June 7 minutes will be amended by members and the clerk's office.

• Approved motion to introduce $2M General Fund appropriating ordinance for Centennial Hall design at Dec. 13 Assembly meeting, refer to Finance Committee Jan. 5, public hearing Jan. 10 (unanimous consent).
• Approved motion to direct staff to bring back an alternative procurement ordinance (unanimous consent).
• Rejected amendment to reduce funding to $1M from General Fund with remainder from partners (4-5 vote).
• Agreed to amend June 7, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes with more detail on AELP discussion, to be brought back at a future meeting.

Assembly Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee

The committee will review 2021 funding recommendations for the Juneau Affordable Housing Fund. The agenda also includes a Hidden Valley easement request and updates on housing initiatives.

• Hidden Valley Easement Request
• Juneau Affordable Housing Fund 2021 funding recommendations
• CBJ Christmas Tree Policy staff report
• Status of Title 49 updates

The committee approved forwarding $650,000 in Juneau Affordable Housing Fund recommendations to the Committee of the Whole, adding the Glory Hall's 247 N. Franklin project ($350,000) to the previously recommended AWARE Cordova Street ($150,000), St. Vincent DePaul Channelview ($50,000), and St. Vincent DePaul Teal Street ($100,000) projects. The committee also passed a motion of support for granting an access easement through city property to Secon Inc. for a road crossing at Lemon Creek.

• Approved forwarding $650,000 in affordable housing fund requests to the Committee of the Whole, including the Glory Hall project
• Added the Glory Hall 247 N. Franklin project for $350,000 to the funding recommendation list
• Approved forwarding AWARE Cordova Street project for $150,000
• Approved forwarding St. Vincent DePaul Channelview project for $50,000
• Approved forwarding St. Vincent DePaul Teal Street project for $100,000
• Passed a motion of support for granting an access easement through city property to Secon Inc.
• Approved the agenda and the November 1, 2021 draft minutes as presented

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The Juneau Human Rights Commission postponed its anti-Semitism Town Hall, originally planned for December 6th, until the end of January due to lack of speaker confirmations. The commission approved the agenda by consensus and discussed advertising costs for the Juneau Empire, with members planning to draft a PSA and advertising template for approval at the December 21st meeting. No public attended the special meeting.

• Postponed the anti-Semitism Town Hall from December 6th to end of January due to unconfirmed speakers
• Approved the meeting agenda by consensus
• Scheduled calendar planning for Town Halls at the December 21st meeting
• Assigned members to draft a PSA and print/radio ads for future Town Hall advertising

Juneau Commission on Aging

The Juneau Commission on Aging will review reports regarding the Age Friendly Community designation master plan and preparations for an AARP 2022 Community Challenge Grant application. The meeting also includes discussions on the Good Jobs Challenge Grant status and workforce needs.

• Report on the Age Friendly Community designation master plan
• Preparation for an AARP 2022 Community Challenge Grant application
• Discussion on Good Jobs Challenge Grant status and next steps
• Discussion on workforce needs beyond the Good Jobs Challenge
• Recruitment of a new Commissioner (age 65 or older)

The Juneau Commission on Aging (JCOA) met via Zoom and approved the agenda and previous meeting's minutes with unanimous consent. No public comments were made. The board discussed expiring board seats, with all four current members expressing interest in continuing, and noted two open public seats. They also discussed the Age Friendly Community Designation, a potential AARP 2022 Community Challenge Grant partnership with Parks and Recreation for fitness equipment, and the status of the Good Jobs Challenge Grant, where JEDC will act as System Lead Entity. The next meeting was set for December 21, 2021 at 10:30 AM.

• Approved the meeting agenda with unanimous consent.
• Approved the November meeting minutes with unanimous consent.
• Set the next meeting date for December 21, 2021 at 10:30 AM.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:07 AM.

Planning Commission

The Juneau Planning Commission reviewed several land use and infrastructure items. The commission approved a road rehabilitation project on Meadow Lane and a lot subdivision for a nonprofit wrestling center at 3221 Mendenhall Loop Road.

• Approval of Meadow Lane rehabilitation including water, sewer, and drainage improvements
• Approval of a lot subdivision at 3221 Mendenhall Loop Road for a nonprofit wrestling center
• Approval of a conditional use permit for an accessory apartment on an undersized lot

The Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat (SMP2021 0005) to subdivide a 20.49-acre lot at 3221 Mendenhall Loop Road, with a 5-2 vote, removing a requirement for an emergency turnaround. It also approved the final subdivision (SMF2021 0003) with no objection. Additionally, the commission approved a conditional use permit for an accessory apartment at 230 Highland Drive and a city project review for Meadow Lane improvements, both without objection.

• Approved USE2010 0010: Conditional Use Permit for accessory apartment at 230 Highland Drive, subject to conditions (lot consolidation, parking plan).
• Approved CSP2021 0003: City Project Review for Meadow Lane rehabilitation, with recommendation of approval to Assembly and waiver of road standards.
• Approved SMP2021 0005: Preliminary plat for subdivision at 3221 Mendenhall Loop Road, with amendment removing emergency turnaround requirement (5-2 vote).
• Approved SMF2021 0003: Final subdivision approval for same property, with conditions.
• Appointed Arndt, Voelckers, and Cole to the CIP Committee.
• Noted January 25, 2022 meeting cancelled; possible special meeting for training on January 18.

Aquatics Board (Sunset Date 4/30/2023)

The agenda consists of standard procedural items and routine reports. The board will review commercial use regulations and approve minutes from the October meeting. No specific new projects or decisions were detailed in this agenda.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Review of Commercial Use Regulations
• Staff Report

The Aquatics Board approved the October meeting minutes after amending Kristen Bartlett's role from liaison to Juneau School District member. The board also discussed the Human Rights Commission's recommendation to move proposed commercial use regulations to the full assembly, with the assembly expected to meet on this within two months. Staff reported attendance plateauing but noted increased participation in 5:30am swims, and the Augustus Brown Swimming Pool renovation bids were pushed back to December 7, 2021.

• Approved October minutes with amendment moving Kristen Bartlett to Juneau School District member
• Noted HRC recommendation to send commercial use regulations to full assembly
• Acknowledged bid deadline for Augustus Brown pool renovation extended to December 7, 2021
• Heard staff plan to post permanent positions at both facilities

Docks & Harbors Board

The Finance Sub-Committee will discuss a review of Docks & Harbors fees regarding prioritization and CPI. The committee will also receive information on the City & Borough of Juneau 2023/24 budget cycle process.

• Docks & Harbors Fee Review (Prioritization & CPI)
• City & Borough of Juneau 2023/24 Budget Cycle Process

The Finance Sub-Committee reached consensus to apply a Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase to listed Docks & Harbors rates, capped at 5% per year, and to advocate for this with the Assembly. No formal rate changes were approved; the discussion is a precursor to a future Board decision. The sub-committee also agreed to refer the FY2023/24 budget process to the Operations/Planning Committee for lead, with a quick review at its December 7th meeting.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the November 9th, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Reached consensus to pursue a CPI-based rate increase capped at 5% annually, pending Assembly support.
• Agreed to advocate for the rate increase with the Assembly and Mayor.
• Agreed to refer the FY2023/24 budget process to the Operations/Planning Committee.
• Scheduled next meeting for December 7th, 2021.

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is reviewing checklists for ordinances introduced at the November 22 Assembly Meeting. These items include tax code amendments, land purchases, and various funding appropriations.

• $5,500,000 for Seawalk and Statter Harbor Phase IIIC projects
• Up to $2,880,000 purchase of 2.8 acres from UAS for Juneau Fisheries Terminal
• $150,000 grant to Juneau Community Foundation for Glory Hall sheltering
• $570,000 for Expanded Mobile Integrated Health Services
• Amendment to Uniform Sales Tax Code regarding cruise ships

The Systemic Racism Review Committee approved the consent agenda as amended, which included several ordinances up for introduction at the November 22, 2021 Assembly meeting. The committee briefly discussed and then returned several ordinances to the consent agenda, including Ordinance 2021-45 (lease in Tee Harbor), 2021-46 (COVID-19 mitigation strategies), 2021-08(b)(am)(P) (purchase of waterfront property), and 2021-08(b)(am)(R) (expanded mobile health services). No ordinances were pulled for further discussion. The committee also added a meeting date of December 14, 2021, and scheduled a housing report for the November 30 agenda.

• Approved the consent agenda as amended, including all listed ordinances.
• Returned Ordinance 2021-45 (lease in Tee Harbor) to the consent agenda after discussion.
• Returned Ordinance 2021-46 (COVID-19 mitigation strategies) to the consent agenda; it will be considered by the Assembly in January 2022.
• Returned Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(P) (purchase of waterfront property) to the consent agenda after discussion.
• Returned Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(R) (expanded mobile health services) to the consent agenda after discussion.
• Added December 14, 2021 as an additional meeting date.
• Requested a housing report be added to the November 30, 2021 agenda.

Assembly

The Juneau Assembly is reviewing several ordinances, including a $5.5 million appropriation for maritime infrastructure. Other items include a proposed land purchase from the University of Alaska Southeast and updates to COVID-19 mitigation strategies.

• Ordinance 2021-44: Sales tax on goods/services aboard cruise ships in Gastineau Channel
• $5,500,000 appropriation for Seawalk and Statter Harbor Phase IIIC
• Up to $2,880,000 for purchasing 2.8 acres from UAS for the Juneau Fisheries Terminal
• Ordinance 2021-46: Updates to COVID-19 mitigation strategies
• $150,000 grant to support sheltering operations at The Glory Hall

Assembly Human Resources Committee

The committee is reviewing recommendations to appoint three members to the Juneau Economic Development Council. Members will also consider whether to uphold a protest against a liquor license renewal for Bowl of Pho. Additionally, staff requested dates for upcoming interviews for various board vacancies.

• Recommended JEDC Board appointments for Melissa Kookesh, Jake Carpenter, and Aaron Morrison
• Review of recommended protest for liquor license #1384 (Bowl of Pho)
• Proposed regulation on commercial use of aquatics facilities
• Setting interview dates for Planning Commission and Bartlett Regional Hospital Board vacancies

The committee forwarded three JEDC board appointments to the full Assembly, approved forwarding proposed regulations on commercial use of aquatics facilities, and recommended a protest of a liquor license renewal for Bowl of Pho. It also discussed scheduling interviews for empowered boards and thanked the Human Rights Commission for letters on Afghan refugees and anti-Semitism.

• Forwarded JEDC appointments (Melissa Kookesh, Jake Carpenter, Aaron Morrison) to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Forwarded proposed regulations on commercial use of aquatics facilities to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommended protest of liquor license #1384 renewal for Bowl of Pho to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Agenda approved as presented
• Minutes approved as presented

Docks & Harbors Board

The Board will discuss updates to Capital Improvement Project rankings and legislative capital priorities. Members will also address prioritization for the 1% Sales Tax Initiative. Additionally, the Board may initiate a public hearing process regarding vessel lightering fee changes.

• Proposed increase of vessel lightering fee from $600 to $1700
• Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) prioritization ranking
• Legislative Capital Priority List consideration
• Prioritization for the 1% Sales Tax Initiative
• Approval of Docks & Harbors Rate Setting Policy Statement

The Docks and Harbors Board approved a motion to direct staff to begin the public hearing process to increase the vessel lightering fee from $600 to $1,700, effective for the 2022 cruise ship season. The board also selected the Dock Waterside Safety Railings and Wayside Float Maintenance Dredging as its legislative capital priority projects for submission to the Assembly. Additionally, the board approved the Docks & Harbors Rate Setting Policy Statement and the October 28, 2021 meeting minutes as amended.

• Approved motion to direct staff to commence public hearing process to increase vessel lightering fee from $600 to $1,700.
• Approved motion to submit Dock Waterside Safety Railings and Wayside Float Maintenance Dredging as legislative capital priority projects.
• Approved the Docks & Harbors Rate Setting Policy Statement as presented.
• Approved the October 28, 2021 board meeting minutes as amended.
• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Discussed Capital Improvement Project priorities and set a deadline for board member rankings by November 22, 2021.
• Discussed the 1% Sales Tax Initiative and potential projects for the 2022 election, but took no action.
• Reviewed the draft annual letter to the Assembly and requested additions of asset totals and bolding of the deficit.

JNU Airport Board

The board is considering motions to purchase a forklift, upgrade circulation pumps, and install a back-up boiler using CARES Act grants. They will also review a request from the Civil Air Patrol to continue a nominal $1 per year rent for five years. Additionally, the meeting includes reports on recent FAA inspections and an aircraft accident.

• Purchase of airfield forklift for under $50,000 using CARES funding
• Upgrade of SREB circulation pumps and drives up to $115,000
• Installation of 80KW electric back-up boiler up to $175,000
• Five-year continuation of $1 per year rent for Civil Air Patrol
• Report on October 22 aircraft accident involving an Alaska Seaplanes Caravan

The Juneau Airport Board approved spending up to $115,000 from a CARES Act grant to replace two heat pumps in the snow removal equipment building, and up to $175,000 from the same grant for a backup boiler in the sand/chemical building. The board also approved a five-year continuation of the $1-per-year rent for the Civil Air Patrol's leased area, and referred a dispute with Channel Flying about an airport loader to staff for review.

Eaglecrest Board

The board discussed a Build Back Better grant application that could include a lift station near Cropley Lake to provide access to new terrain. Members established goals for daily grooming of the upper and lower loops from Wednesday through Sunday. Additionally, the club will work with the Juneau Nordic Ski Club to facilitate pass sales via their website.

• Build Back Better grant application for a lift station near Cropley Lake
• Daily grooming schedule for upper and lower loops (Wednesday–Sunday)
• Grooming updates via website and dedicated phone line
• Pass sales coordination with Juneau Nordic Ski Club

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is reviewing several commercial property appeals for final value determination. These cases involve instances where appellants and the Assessor were unable to reach an agreement on parcel values.

• Appeal 2021-0413: PDC Holdings LLC at 8319 Airport Blvd (Recommended Value: $578,250)
• Appeal 2021-0334: JLC Properties Inc. at NBN Vista Drive (Recommended Value: $697,500)
• Appeal 2021-0338: JLC Properties Inc. at 5761 Concrete Way (Recommended Value: $855,550)
• Appeal 2021-0365: JLC Properties Inc. at 5751/5753 Concrete Way (Recommended Value: $751,350)
• 12 grouped commercial property appeals for Bicknell Inc. on Honsinger Drive

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The commission postponed approval of prior meeting minutes and moved calendar and strategic plan items to December. It continued planning a December 6 anti-Semitism town hall, with speaker confirmations pending and advertising to be approved at a special meeting. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• Postponed approval of October 19 and November 5 minutes to December meeting
• Approved agenda by consensus
• Moved calendar and strategic plan discussions to December 21 meeting
• Scheduled special meeting for November 21 to approve town hall advertising

Housing Development Task Force (Sunset March 2022)

The Housing Development Task Force will review draft minutes from the October 29, 2021 meeting. The group will also discuss possible metrics related to workload and priorities and review a memo addressed to the Mayor and Assembly.

• Review of October 29, 2021 draft minutes
• Review of memo to Mayor/Assembly
• Discussion of possible metrics related to workload/priorities

The Housing and Development Task Force revised a motion recommending priorities to the Assembly, removing 'wholesale' and adding 'and/or partial rewrites' for code changes. They also reviewed a draft ordinance on pre-application processes, noting a typo and clarifying sketch plot requirements. No formal votes were taken; the revised motion will be brought to the Assembly by Chair Jones.

• Revised motion on Assembly priorities to include 'and/or partial rewrites'
• Added agenda items for ordinance review and discussion of Heumann's memo
• Sent October 29 minutes back for correction
• Reviewed draft ordinance on pre-application process; noted typo on Line 3, Page 4
• Clarified sketch plots remain required for major subdivision applications
• Discussed Heumann's memo on permitting delays; no action taken

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The committee will review COVID-19 information sharing and updates. The agenda also includes reports on upcoming regional training, including the Van Winkle HAZMAT exercise and the SE AK EMS Symposium.

• Van Winkle Regional Full Scale HAZMAT Exercise (March 22-23, 2022)
• SE AK EMS Symposium at Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall (April 2-3, 2022)
• August 7, 2022, Ironman event updates
• COVID-19 information and resource requests

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee approved the October 13, 2021 minutes and received updates on the all-hazards mitigation plan, avalanche season preparations, and a March 2022 regional hazmat exercise. No new business or action items were discussed, and the meeting was adjourned at 1:00 P.M.

• Approved October 13, 2021 minutes
• No new business or action items

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to determine final values for several commercial property tax appeals. These cases involve disputes between appellants and the Assessor regarding parcel valuations. The items include retail, office, restaurant, and mixed-use properties in Juneau.

• Appeal No. 2021-0307: Senate Properties LLC at 175 S Franklin St
• Appeal No. 2021-0233: Goldstein Improvement Company at 122/124/126 Front St
• Appeal No. 2021-0235: Goldstein Improvement Company at 130/140 Front St & 106/110 Seward St
• Appeal No. 2021-0246: Goldstein Improvement Company at 119 Second St & 120-140 Seward St
• Appeal No. 2021-0234: Goldstein Improvement Company at 214/216 Second St & 201-217 Seward St

Jensen-Olson Arboretum Advisory Board (Sunset Date 5/31/2023)

The Jensen-Olson Arboretum Advisory Board will discuss the Amalga Meadows Park Master Plan. The meeting includes reviews of water filtration and internet upgrade options for the residence. The board will also address upcoming term expirations and the Commercial Use Policy.

• Amalga Meadows Park Master Plan
• Residence water/filtration options
• Internet upgrade options for residence
• Commercial Use Policy & Administrative Supplement
• Upcoming term expirations

The Jensen-Olson Arboretum Advisory Board voted unanimously to recommend using unrestricted funds to pay for water delivery to the residence for the remainder of the fiscal year, as a stopgap until the city addresses a permanent solution. The board also discussed term expirations, the Amalga Meadows Park Master Plan, internet options, and a commercial use policy, but took no formal action on those items. The memorial policy proposal was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved motion to recommend using unrestricted funds for residence water (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from August 11, 2021 meeting
• Tabled memorial policy proposal to next meeting

Docks & Harbors Board

The committee will discuss follow-ups from a strategic retreat and a rate setting policy statement. The agenda also includes updates on proposed CPI discussions and the Sealift Haulout disposition letter.

• Motion to increase vessel lightering fee from $600 to $1700
• Presentation on Docks & Harbors Rate Setting Policy Statement
• Follow up to Board Strategic Retreat
• Finance Sub-Committee update on proposed CPI discussion
• Discussion of Maritime Administration (MARAD) disposition letter regarding Sealift Haulout

The Operations/Planning Committee approved a motion to increase the vessel lightering fee from $600 to $1,700 per 24-hour period, with a plan to reconfigure the rate in the following year. The committee also adopted a rate-setting policy to be forwarded to the full Board for enactment. Both motions passed without objection.

• Approved vessel lightering fee increase to $1,700 per 24-hour period (unanimous)
• Adopted Docks & Harbors Rate Setting Policy for full Board consideration (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved October 20, 2021 meeting minutes as presented

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed several five-year marijuana license renewals for local businesses. A conditional use permit for a cold weather emergency shelter at Resurrection Lutheran Church was approved as amended. A subdivision request for 3221 Mendenhall Loop Road was continued to November 23, 2021.

• Conditional Use Permit for a cold weather emergency shelter at Resurrection Lutheran Church
• 5-year marijuana license renewals for Tree Logic, LLC, Top Hat, LLC, The Fireweed Factory, and Green Elephant
• Subdivision of 20.49 acres to facilitate a wrestling center at 3221 Mendenhall Loop Road

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a cold weather emergency shelter at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 740 W. Tenth Street, with conditions including a 9:00 P.M. to 6:30 A.M. operating window, a November 1 through May 1 season, and a permit expiration of May 1, 2022. The commission also approved six marijuana license renewals on the consent agenda and continued a subdivision request to a future meeting.

• Approved conditional use permit for cold weather emergency shelter at Resurrection Lutheran Church (no objection)
• Approved 5-year renewal of marijuana cultivation license for Tree Logic, LLC at 5763 Glacier Highway (no objection)
• Approved 5-year renewals of marijuana manufacturing and cultivation licenses for Top Hat, LLC at 2315 Industrial Boulevard (no objection)
• Approved 5-year renewals of marijuana cultivation and retail licenses for The Fireweed Factory at 8415 Airport Boulevard and 237 Front Street (no objection)
• Approved 5-year renewals of marijuana cultivation and retail licenses for Green Elephant, LLC at 101 Mill Street (no objection)
• Continued subdivision SMP2021 0005 for a nonprofit wrestling center at 3221 Mendenhall Loop Road to next meeting (no objection)

Youth Activities Board

The Youth Activities Board will review contingency requests against an available balance of $8,125.00. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY23 grant application process and welcoming new board members.

• Review of contingency requests with an available balance of $8,125.00
• Welcome for new board members Jack Lovejoy and Samantha Schwarting
• Discussion of FY23 grant application, score sheet, and review schedule

The Juneau Youth Activities Board approved its agenda and August 10, 2021 minutes, and welcomed two new members, Jack Lovejoy and Samantha Schwarting. Members discussed the FY23 Youth Activity Grant application and scoring process, noting a committee is working to improve the score sheet. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and introductions.

• Approved meeting agenda (no objection)
• Approved August 10, 2021 meeting minutes (no objection)
• Welcomed new board members Jack Lovejoy and Samantha Schwarting

Board of Equalization

The Juneau Board of Equalization will review several property tax appeals where the appellant and assessor could not reach an agreement. The board will determine final values for industrial, commercial, and mobile home park parcels.

• Value appeal for Grant Properties LLC at 5011/5015 Short St ($2,737,259 vs $3,544,300)
• Value appeal for Grant Properties LLC at 5220 Stark St ($544,000 vs $742,500)
• Value appeals for Midway Business Center LLC at 5434 and 5422 Shaune Dr
• Value appeal for Jeffrey Grant at NBN James Blvd ($1,040,076 vs $1,310,550)
• Value appeal for Gastineau Mobile Home Park Inc at 5050 N Douglas Hwy

Docks & Harbors Board

The Finance Sub-Committee will discuss a proposal for the CBJAC 15.060 Lightering Fee. Members will also review docks and harbors fees regarding prioritization and CPI. The committee will also address scheduling for the 2022 meeting calendar.

• CBJAC 15.060 Lightering Fee Proposal
• Docks & Harbors Fee Review (Prioritization & CPI)
• CY2022 Finance Sub-Committee calendar scheduling

The Finance Sub-Committee voted to recommend adjusting the vessel lightering fee from $600 to $1,700 for the 2022 season, with annual CPI adjustments thereafter. The motion passed unanimously. The committee also discussed applying CPI increases to various other fees but took no formal action on those, deferring to a future meeting. The meeting was procedural in part, with agenda and prior minutes approved.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved October 27, 2021 meeting minutes (no objection)
• Recommended adjusting lightering fee to $1,700 with annual CPI (motion passed, no objection)
• Identified fees for potential CPI increases but deferred formal action

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks & Harbors Board is conducting a strategic retreat to discuss long-term goals and operations. The agenda includes reviewing financial priorities, capital projects, and COVID-19 strategies for port operations.

• Financial goals and fiscal priorities
• Review of capital projects and 1% sales tax projects
• SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats)
• Board public outreach and participation roles
• COVID strategy for Docks & Harbors operations

The Docks & Harbors Board held a strategic retreat over three days to review its mission, vision, and values, and to discuss long-term goals and priorities. The board affirmed its existing mission and vision statements and discussed adding 'Safety' and 'Transparency' to its values. No formal votes were taken; the retreat was a work session to set direction and priorities for staff.

• Affirmed existing mission statement (unanimous)
• Affirmed existing vision statement (unanimous)
• Discussed adding 'Safety' and 'Transparency' to core values (no formal vote)
• Requested staff provide details on values and service capabilities at next Operations meeting
• Discussed rate study proposals, with proposals due the following Tuesday
• Ranked capital improvement projects via survey (no formal vote)
• Agreed to send thank-you notes to Assembly members for support
• Discussed outreach strategies, including assigning board members to Assembly members

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The Juneau Human Rights Commission will review a transgender townhall and a letter regarding antisemitism. No minutes were presented for approval at this meeting.

• Transgender Townhall
• JHRC Letter on Antisemitism

Eaglecrest Board

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors will review manager reports regarding financial status, seasonal preparation, and COVID-19 operation plans. The board also intends to schedule a Finance Committee meeting to discuss the 2022 CIP Budget Request.

• Financial Report
• Summer Capital Project Update
• COVID-19 Operation Plans
• Scheduling of 2022 CIP Budget Request discussion

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors met on November 4, 2021, and approved the agenda and October minutes without changes. They scheduled a finance committee meeting for November 29 and a Nordic Advisory meeting for November 18. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved agenda with added Nordic Advisory meeting item
• Approved October meeting minutes without changes
• Scheduled finance committee meeting for November 29 at 5:30 pm
• Scheduled Nordic Advisory meeting for November 18

Board of Equalization

The Juneau Board of Equalization will review several property tax appeals where appellants and the Assessor were unable to reach an agreement. The board is tasked with making final value determinations for various residential and commercial parcels.

• Residential parcel appeal at NHN Nowell Ave
• Commercial condo appeals at 431 N Franklin St
• Commercial vacant parcel appeal at 339 N Franklin St
• Gas station/parking parcel appeal at 5157 Glacier Hwy ($3,561,000 assessed value)
• Retail parcel appeal at 5165 Glacier Hwy ($1,563,920 assessed value)

Juneau Commission on Sustainability

The Commission will discuss the CBJ Sustainability Report and other E&PW efforts. Members will also review a draft report for the Cruise Ship Dock Electrification Study and prepare comments for the December 4 Assembly retreat.

• CBJ Sustainability Report
• Cruise Ship Dock Electrification Study Draft Report
• Comments for Dec 4 Assembly Retreat
• Potential FY2023 CIP

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability met and discussed several ongoing initiatives, including the CBJ Sustainability Report, a cruise ship dock electrification study, and a potential FY2023 CIP. No formal votes were taken; the commission approved the October 20 minutes with minor clarifications and agreed to submit public comments on the dock electrification report. The commission also discussed supporting a NOLO grant application for charging infrastructure and reviewed a draft of comments for the Assembly retreat.

• Approved October 20, 2021 minutes with clarification modifications (motion by Anjuli, seconded by Duff)
• Agreed to submit public comments on the cruise ship dock electrification study draft
• Discussed soliciting letters of support for NOLO grant application for charging infrastructure
• Reviewed draft JCOS comments for Assembly Dec 4 retreat; prioritized goals recommended
• Reviewed draft FY2023 CIP recommendations with new sustainability element

Assembly Finance Committee

The Assembly Finance Committee is reviewing economic reports and local funding topics. Agenda items include a COVID-19 economic impacts report and the repeal of an on-board cruise ship sales tax exemption. The committee will also address social service grant funding and hospital bonding.

• Repeal of On-Board Cruise Ship Sales Tax Exemption (Ordinance 2020-48)
• COVID-19 Economic Impacts Report from McKinley Research Group
• CBJ Social Service Grant Funding
• Bartlett Regional Hospital Bonding
• ARPA Funds for Lost Commercial Passenger Vessel Fees

The Assembly Finance Committee approved several items, including directing staff to apply for a $20 million revenue bond for Bartlett Regional Hospital and moving an ordinance to repeal the on-board cruise ship sales tax exemption to the full Assembly. The committee also approved $150,000 in FY22 funding for The Glory Hall, introduced a $5.5 million appropriation for harbor and seawalk projects, and formed a group to draft a resolution opposing a statewide sales tax.

• Approved $150,000 FY22 grant for The Glory Hall (unanimous)
• Directed staff to apply for $20M Bartlett Regional Hospital revenue bond (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance 2020-48 repealing cruise ship sales tax exemption to full Assembly (8-1)
• Introduced $5.5M ARPA/CPV appropriation for Statter Harbor and Seawalk projects (unanimous)
• Moved FY22 supplemental appropriation for Plat Reviewer position to Assembly (unanimous)
• Formed group to draft resolution opposing statewide sales tax (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will review several commercial property appeals where the appellant and assessor could not reach an agreement. The board is tasked with making final value determinations for retail, hotel, and apartment properties.

• Value determination for 289/291 S. Franklin St (Retail)
• Value determination for 9400 Glacier Hwy (Hotel)
• Property appeals for multiple hotels on W Ninth St
• Value determination for 2354 Mendenhall Loop Rd (Hotel/Retail)

Assembly Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee

The Lands, Housing, and Economic Development Committee is meeting to review a request for a negotiated property exchange in Auke Bay. The agenda also includes updates on housing initiatives and the Mendenhall Valley Air Quality Program.

• Request for a Negotiated Property Exchange in Auke Bay
• Status of Housing Initiatives
• Status of Title 49 Updates
• Mendenhall Valley Air Quality Program staff report
• Tourism Marketing Strategy - Watt Memo

The Lands, Housing, and Economic Development Committee voted to forward a request for a negotiated property exchange in Auke Bay to the Assembly with a motion of support. The committee also received updates on the Juneau Affordable Housing Fund, Title 49, and Travel Juneau's marketing strategy, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Forwarded Auke Bay property exchange application to Assembly with support motion (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved September 27, 2021 draft minutes as presented

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

The Assembly Committee of the Whole will receive updates on cruise dock electrification and childcare. The committee will also discuss the UAS property acquisition for the Downtown Boatyard.

• Cruise Dock Electrification Update
• UAS Property Acquisition (Downtown Boatyard)
• Childcare Update
• Approval of August 30, 2021 Assembly Committee of the Whole Minutes

The Committee of the Whole voted to provide $2,880,000 from the Assembly to fully fund the purchase of the UAS property (downtown boatyard), amending an earlier motion that proposed $1,000,000. The committee also discussed a cruise dock electrification update, hearing cost estimates and plans, and agreed to schedule the topic for a future meeting after public comment. Additionally, the committee approved modifying the childcare per-child stipend program to release remaining FY22 funds to providers based on licensed capacity.

• Approved $2,880,000 for full purchase of UAS downtown boatyard property (5-1, amendment)
• Approved main motion for boatyard purchase as amended, by unanimous consent
• Scheduled cruise dock electrification for future COW meeting after public comment period (unanimous)
• Approved modifying childcare stipend MOA to release funds based on licensed capacity (unanimous)
• Approved August 30, 2021 COW minutes (unanimous)

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The Public Works & Facilities Committee will consider action items regarding human services transportation projects and the legislative capital priority list process. The meeting also includes updates on road reconstruction and a $50,000 composting pilot program.

• Juneau Coordinated Human Services Transportation Capital Projects
• ADOT Project Refund Appropriation, CIP Closeout and Funds Transfer
• $50,000 Composting Pilot Program update
• Goodwin Road Reconstruction Update
• Junk Vehicle Clean Up at River Road update

The Public Works & Facilities Committee recommended a resolution supporting two SAIL transportation projects (a lift-equipped taxi purchase and a taxi voucher program) to the full Assembly, with priority on the lift-equipped taxi. The committee also approved the FY2023 Legislative Priorities Schedule and forwarded an appropriation request to accept a $341,000 refund from ADOT for the Industrial Blvd. project, along with a transfer of approximately $92,000 in remaining funds. No substantive decisions were made on other items; updates were provided on composting, Centennial Hall renovations, Goodwin Road reconstruction, and junk vehicle cleanup.

• Recommended resolution supporting SAIL transportation projects (lift-equipped taxi and taxi voucher program) to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 Legislative Priorities Schedule (unanimous)
• Forwarded appropriation request to accept $341,000 ADOT refund for Industrial Blvd. project to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Forwarded transfer request for approximately $92,000 remaining Industrial Blvd. Match CIP funds to full Assembly (unanimous)

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Planning Commission Title 49 Committee is meeting virtually to discuss proposed revisions to CBJ Code 49.70.310. The agenda also includes roll call and approval of the agenda.

• Proposed Revisions to CBJ Code 49.70.310 (AME2017 0001)

Housing Development Task Force (Sunset March 2022)

The task force will discuss CDD workload and resources based on memos from the City Manager and CDD. Members will also comment on draft documents regarding the process for moving recommendations to another body.

• Discussion of CDD workload and resources
• Review of City Manager memo to Lands, Housing, & Economic Development
• Review of CDD memo regarding priorities
• Comments on draft documents for moving recommendations

The Housing & Development Task Force approved a motion to draft and forward a memo to the Assembly listing its priorities: timely permitting, a thorough review of Title 49, and rewriting the Comprehensive Plan. The motion passed with unanimous consent. The task force also discussed CDD workload and resources, and agreed to add a new agenda item for recommendations to the Assembly.

• Approved agenda amendment adding 'Task Force Recommendations to the Assembly' under Item E (unanimous)
• Approved motion to draft and forward memo to Assembly listing priorities: timely permitting, Title 49 review, Comprehensive Plan rewrite (unanimous)

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks and Harbors Board will consider a new 35-year lease for Lisa Haffner at $5,545.12. The board will also discuss renaming Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza. Additionally, the board is proceeding with a public hearing process regarding passenger-for-hire fees.

• New 35-year lease for Lisa Haffner at $5,545.12
• Renaming Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza via Resolution 2968
• Regulation change regarding passenger-for-hire fees
• UAS Property Acquisition Strategy discussion
• Community Development Department Areawide Planning update

The board approved a new 35-year lease for Lisa Haffner at $5,545.12 per year for 3.2 acres in Tee Harbor, forwarding it to the Assembly for final approval. They also approved the consent agenda, which included renaming Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza, and directed staff to begin the public notice process for a 10% increase in passenger-for-hire fees with a public hearing set for December 8, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational.

• Approved new 35-year lease for Lisa Haffner at $5,545.12/year (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including renaming Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza (unanimous)
• Directed staff to begin public notice for passenger-for-hire fee increase (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board will conduct final value determinations for several commercial property appeals. These cases involve disagreements between appellant Ken Williamson and the Assessor regarding parcel values. The items include vacant land, warehouses, and retail spaces with apartments.

• Value determination for commercial parcels on Jenkins Dr.
• Property appeals for warehouses on Shaune Dr.
• Commercial land appeals at NBN Bentwood Place and Industrial Blvd.
• Review of office building and parking lot values on Fourth St.
• Appeals for retail with apartments on S Franklin St totaling $2,963,100 (combined)

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks & Harbors Finance Sub-Committee will discuss fee reviews and the process for a harbor rate study. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Port Director’s definition of user groups.

• Docks & Harbors Fee Review (Prioritization & CPI)
• Port Director’s definition of User Groups
• Harbor Rate Study – Process & Update

The Finance Sub-Committee discussed applying a Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment to harbor fees but made no final decision, tabling the matter for further discussion. Staff was asked to update the fee review chart with CPI calculations and last review dates for the next meeting. The sub-committee also reviewed user group definitions and received an update on the harbor rate study, with RFP responses due November 9th.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved October 13th, 2021 meeting minutes (no objection)
• Tabled decision on applying CPI to harbor fees; staff to update fee chart with CPI calculations and last review dates
• Discussed user group definitions; will verify if boat yard operators can sub-lease
• Set next meetings for November 9th, November 23rd, and December 22nd

Juneau Commission on Aging

The Juneau Commission on Aging is discussing an application for the AARP Age Friendly Designation for Juneau. The board is also preparing a joint grant application for playground equipment and outdoor musical instruments. Additionally, members will discuss using Federal Build Back Better funds for senior projects.

• Application for AARP Age Friendly Designation for Juneau
• Preparation for AARP 2022 Community Challenge Grant for playground equipment and musical instruments
• Discussion on Federal Build Back Better funds for senior projects
• Recruitment of a new Commissioner

The Juneau Commission on Aging discussed and agreed to pursue an AARP Age-Friendly Community designation, with Emily Kane leading the application. They also decided to submit an AARP 2022 Community Challenge Grant, led by Linda Kruger, potentially partnering with Parks and Recreation for fitness equipment at Dimond Park. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Agreed to apply for AARP Age-Friendly Community designation (unanimous consent)
• Agreed to submit AARP 2022 Community Challenge Grant application (unanimous consent)
• Approved agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous consent)

Planning Commission

The Juneau Planning Commission met virtually to approve minutes from September 2021 meetings. The commission also addressed a conditional use permit and amendments to the Rules of Order.

• Conditional Use Permit USE20210009 for an accessory apartment on an undersized lot (Approved as amended)
• Approval of September 14, 2021, and September 28, 2021, draft minutes
• Amendments to the Rules of Order (Approved as amended)

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for an accessory apartment on an undersized lot at 1500 Glacier Avenue, with a condition that parking must satisfy code. The commission also adopted new Rules of Order with two corrections, including amending Rule 11C regarding late submission of materials. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved conditional use permit USE2021 0009 for accessory apartment at 1500 Glacier Avenue, with condition that parking must satisfy code (no objection)
• Adopted new Rules of Order with corrections to date and Rule 11C (8-0 roll call)

Aquatics Board (Sunset Date 4/30/2023)

The Juneau Aquatics Board will meet via teleconference to conduct a code review for commercial usage. The board also plans to finalize the Annual Report Letter and approve minutes from the July meeting.

• Final Approval of Annual Report Letter
• Code Review for Commercial Usage
• Approval of July meeting minutes

The Aquatics Board approved moving forward with Commercial Usage Permits and forwarding them to the assembly. The board also approved the annual report letter to be sent to the assembly. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included staff reports and updates on schedules and maintenance.

• Approved minutes of July 27th meeting
• Approved annual report letter to send to assembly
• Approved Commercial Usage Permits and forward to assembly

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee reviewed ordinances introduced at the October 25 meeting. These items include funding for airport projects and police training. The committee also reviewed changes to hospital board authority and compensation increases.

• $650,000 for airport bag belt replacement and parking lot paving
• $70,000 for a Community Development Plat Reviewer
• $200,000 transfer to Hospital Drive Improvements
• $36,135 for Juneau Police Department training events
• $41,000 for Assemblymember and Mayor compensation increases

The Systemic Racism Review Committee met and approved its consent agenda, which included six ordinances introduced at the October 25, 2021 Assembly Reorganization Meeting. No public comments were received, and no ordinances were pulled for further discussion. The committee also discussed staff workload and requested hyperlinks in future summaries.

• Approved consent agenda as presented (motion passed, no objections)
• Agenda approved as presented
• No ordinances pulled from consent agenda for further discussion

Assembly

The Juneau Assembly is reviewing several ordinances regarding airport improvements and Bartlett Regional Hospital property authority. The meeting also includes discussions on compensation increases and infrastructure funding. Additionally, the body will consider contract awards for wastewater and seawalk projects.

• Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(L): $650,000 for airport bag belt replacement and parking lot paving
• Ordinance 2021-40: Expanding Bartlett Regional Hospital Board authority to buy or lease property
• Bid award of $107,100 to Island Contractors, Inc. for Taku Seawalk releveling
• Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(J): $70,000 for a Community Development Plat Reviewer position
• Resolution 2969: Supporting $11,492,760 in state harbor facility grant funding

The Juneau Assembly held its reorganization meeting, swearing in Mayor Beth Weldon and Assemblymember Michelle Hale, and selecting Maria Gladziszewski as Deputy Mayor. The Assembly adopted a consent agenda and several ordinances, including a $20.9 million appropriation for Bartlett Regional Hospital operations and a $24.75 million appropriation for COVID-19 related costs. All actions were passed by unanimous consent.

• Adopted Ordinance 2020-09(BE) appropriating $20,900,000 for Bartlett Regional Hospital FY21 operations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2020-09(BF) appropriating $24,750,000 for COVID-19 related costs (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2020-09(BC) appropriating $7,260,772 for PERS contributions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2020-10(C) appropriating $700,000 for Juneau School District PERS/TRS contributions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2020-09(BD) transferring $350,964 from Marine Passenger Fee Fund to Port Development Fee Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-38 rezoning Honsinger Pond lots to General Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved motion to support negotiated sale of city property at 139 S. Franklin St. to Franklin Foods, contingent on purchase of adjoining property (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including introduction of six ordinances, adoption of Resolution 2969, bid awards, and liquor/marijuana license renewals (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will review five commercial property appeals submitted by Coogan Alaska LLC. These hearings aim to reach a final determination on assessed parcel values after negotiations between the appellant and the Assessor failed.

• Appeal for mobile home park at 5875 Glacier Hwy ($3,263,900 recommended value)
• Appeal for apartment complex at 401 Cordova St (recommended value of $8,530,848)
• Appeal for mobile home park at 9900/9945 Stephen Richards Memorial Dr ($5,688,290 recommended value)
• Appeal for commercial/industrial site at 5600 Montana Creek Rd ($566,600 recommended value)
• Appeal for commercial/industrial site at 5611 Montana Creek Rd ($1,125,000 recommended value)

Building Code Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing completed updates to several building, plumbing, and electrical codes. Members are also tracking remaining tasks for the 2015 IBC and IFC reviews. New action items include initiating reviews for the 2018 Code and 2020 NEC.

• Approval of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Status updates on completed reviews for 2015 IBC, IMC, and IFGC
• Progress reports on the 2017 NEC review
• New action items for 2018 Code and 2020 NEC reviews

The Building Code Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the October 6, 2021 meeting. Members reported progress on reviewing various building codes, including the 2015 and 2018 International Building Code, plumbing, electrical, and other codes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily procedural and focused on status updates.

• Approved minutes from 10/06/2021 meeting
• Kept 19.03.1803.5.2 with change from 'Delete' to 'Add'
• Kept 19.03.1805.1 (Damproofing and waterproofing)
• Kept 19.03.1809.5 (Shallow foundations; frost protection)
• Kept 19.03.1809.12 (Timber footings)

Board of Equalization

The Juneau Board of Equalization will conduct final value determinations for three commercial property appeals. These cases involve disagreements between appellants and the Assessor regarding parcel values.

• Appeal No. 2021-0217: 194 S. Franklin St.
• Appeal No. 2021-0206: 231 S. Franklin St.
• Appeal No. 2021-0467: 1107 W Eighth St.

Docks & Harbors Board

The committee is reviewing a regulation change regarding the passenger-for-hire fee. Members will also consider recommending the renaming of Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza. The agenda includes discussions on rate setting policies and cruise ship operations.

• Proposed regulation change for passenger-for-hire fee (05 CBJAC 20.080)
• Recommendation to rename Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza (Resolution 2968)
• Discussion of Docks & Harbors Rate Setting Policy Statement
• Update on worldwide cruise ship operations

The Docks & Harbors Board voted 7-1 to recommend the Assembly adopt Resolution 2968 renaming Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza. The board also approved moving forward with a public notice period for a 10% increase in the passenger-for-hire fee, with a public hearing set for December 8, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the rate setting policy was discussed but no motion was taken.

• Recommended Assembly adopt Resolution 2968 renaming Archipelago Lot 2A to Peratrovich Plaza (7-1)
• Approved public notice period and public hearing for Dec 8, 2021 to amend 05 CBJAC 20.080 increasing passenger-for-hire fee by 10% (unanimous)

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is reviewing several ordinances introduced at the September 13, 2021, Assembly meeting. The committee will examine items on the consent agenda and legislation specifically requested for further review. These include funding for hospital operations, COVID-19 response, and zoning changes.

• Rezoning of Honsinger Pond lots near 7900 Honsinger Drive
• $24,750,000 appropriation for COVID-19 related costs
• $20,900,000 appropriation for Bartlett Regional Hospital's FY21 budget
• $1,000,000 appropriation for COVID-19 emergency response management
• $24,000 for a building survey of Juneau Townsite Historic Neighborhood

Eaglecrest Board

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors is holding an annual retreat to discuss operational strategies. The board will review the 2020 retreat minutes and hold discussions regarding payplan updates, infrastructure status, and COVID-19 operations for the 2021-2022 winter season.

• Payplan update strategy conversation
• Snow Luge expansion discussion with Doug Sanvik
• COVID Operations Plan for winter 2021-2022
• BBB Grant update
• Financing strategies for summer and winter expansion

Housing Development Task Force (Sunset March 2022)

The Housing Development Task Force is reviewing several housing and development documents. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the pre-application process.

• Approval of September 30, 2021, draft minutes
• Review of Title 49 Land Use Code updates and zoning memos
• Discussion of the pre-application process
• Review of the 2020 Housing Forum Presentation

The Housing and Development Task Force approved a motion to draft an ordinance that would give all applicants the option to opt out of the required pre-application conference process. The motion was amended to apply to all applicants, not just minor subdivisions, and passed unanimously. The task force also approved the September 30, 2021 minutes with a spelling correction and reordered the agenda to discuss the pre-application process before reviewing documents.

• Approved motion to draft ordinance allowing all applicants to opt out of pre-application conference (unanimous)
• Approved September 30, 2021 minutes with corrected spelling of Heumann (unanimous)
• Reordered agenda to place pre-application discussion before document review (unanimous)

JNU Airport Board

The Board is reviewing proposals for design services to repair a gas detection system and an outbound baggage conveyor. They are also considering funding for the AirBadge automation platform, which may increase annual badging fees. Additionally, the Airport Manager reported on increased police activity and passenger disruption initiatives.

• Approval of $42,885 for design and contract administration for gas detection system repairs
• Approval of $50,000 for electrical design work for the outbound baggage conveyor replacement
• Proposal to fund AirBadge automation at $60,000 per year for three years
• Proposed increase in annual badge issuance fees from $25 to $30

The Juneau Airport Board approved two design contracts: $42,885 for the bag well gas detection/alarm system mechanical repair design and contract administration, and $50,000 for the outbound baggage conveyor system replacement design and bid specifications. Both are funded by CARES Act grants. The board also discussed but did not vote on a proposed computerized badging system, deferring fee changes to the Rates and Fees process.

• Approved $42,885 for bag well gas detection/alarm system design and contract administration (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 for outbound baggage conveyor system design and bid specifications (unanimous)
• Appointed Dennis Bedford as Operations Committee Chair, Jerry Godkin and Jerry Kvasnikoff as members
• Appointed Jodi Garza as Finance Committee Chair, Dan Spencer and Chris Peloso as members
• Approved minutes of September 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks & Harbors Finance Sub-Committee will discuss the Rate Setting Policy Statement. Members will also review fee prioritization and the Port Director’s definition of user groups.

• Recommendation to advance the Rate Setting Policy Statement to the Operations-Planning Committee
• Docks & Harbors Fee Review & Prioritization
• Presentation on the Port Director's definition of User Groups

The Finance Sub-Committee approved advancing the Rate Setting Policy Statement to the Operations-Planning Committee, with a minor wording change. They also discussed fee review priorities, focusing on rates generating over $100,000, and considered interim CPI-based adjustments for older rates. No final rate changes were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 29, 2021 meeting minutes (no objection)
• Recommended advancing Rate Setting Policy Statement to Operations-Planning Committee (unanimous)
• Agreed to change 'recent' to '2020' in rate adjustment section (unanimous)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee will review COVID-19 information sharing and presentations regarding emotional support and priority communications. The meeting also includes updates on upcoming regional training and emergency exercises.

• Presentation on Emotional Support for COVID-19 by Chava Lee
• Priority Communications presentation by Cathy Orcutt, DHS
• Planning for the Van Winkle Regional Full Scale HAZMAT Exercise
• Victim Advocacy Trainings scheduled for October 29 and 30, 2021
• Approval of September 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee met virtually on October 13, 2021, and approved the minutes from the September 8 meeting. No action items or new business were discussed. Reports covered a generator grant for the alternate EOC, a HAZMAT exercise planning meeting, and upcoming events like the EMS Symposium and Ironman.

• Approved September 8, 2021 minutes
• No action items taken
• No new business discussed

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Planning Commission Title 49 Committee met virtually on October 7, 2021. The agenda included a discussion of sign code updates. No other specific topics were listed for decision or discussion.

• Sign Code Updates

Eaglecrest Board

The board will review manager reports covering finances, departments, and capital projects. Members will also discuss agenda topics for the October 16th Board Retreat, including BBB Grant updates and payplan correction strategy.

• Manager's financial report
• Summer Capital Project update
• Board Retreat agenda planning
• BBB Grant update
• Payplan correction discussion

The board approved the October agenda and September minutes without changes. Public comments included a request to consider supporting the luge program and concerns about unfinished trail hardening. No unfinished business was discussed, and the board planned topics for an upcoming retreat.

• Approved the October 7, 2021 agenda without changes
• Approved the September meeting minutes without changes
• No unfinished business was discussed
• Board requested a sales breakdown and visitor tracking for the next meeting
• Planned retreat topics: CIP review and winter sustainability

Building Code Advisory Committee

The Building Code Advisory Committee met to review completed and remaining action items regarding building, plumbing, and electrical code updates. The meeting focused on status reports for ongoing technical reviews of the IBC, IRC, NEC, and IMC.

• Approval of July 14, 2021, meeting minutes
• Status updates on various 2015 IBC, 2015 IRC, and 2017 NEC reviews
• Planned review of the 2018 Code and 2020 NEC

The committee approved the July 14, 2021 minutes and completed a review of the 2018 International Mechanical Code, making several changes to Title 19 sections, including renumbering and deleting certain provisions. Progress was reported on reviews of the 2015 and 2018 codes, with no new business or public comments. The meeting adjourned at 6:25 PM.

• Approved 7/14/2021 minutes
• Completed 2018 IMC review with changes to sections 19.07.802.3, 19.07.929.1, 19.07.1006.6, and 19.07.1105.3
• Deleted 19.07.1105.3 (refrigerant detector) from Title 19
• Added UPC 604.1 reference to 19.07.1006.6, removing IPC reference
• Kept multiple 2018 IMC sections as-is, including 19.07.907.1 and 19.07.1001.1

Historic Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Historic District Design Review application, workflow, and checklist. The meeting also includes an update on an RFP. Approval of September 2021 minutes has been postponed until November.

• Historic District Design Review application, workflow, and checklist
• RFP update
• Postponement of September 2021 minutes approval

The committee discussed the building permit review process for the Downtown Historic District, providing feedback on the application FAQ and recommending the full committee review permits when possible. They also recommended changes to the RFP for the building survey project, including removing or lowering the fee proposal points. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily discussion and feedback.

• Approved October agenda as is
• Postponed approval of September 2021 minutes until November
• Recommended removing or lowering fee proposal points in RFP for building survey
• Staff to consult bylaws and CBJ Clerk on sub-committee authority for building permits

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks and Harbors Board is reviewing several items, including a $107,100 bid for the Taku Seawalk Releveling Project. The board will also consider recommendations for increasing vessel and passenger fees at Statter Harbor and appropriating FEMA grant funds for Auke Bay security.

• Recommend 10% increase for vessel and passenger fees at Statter Harbor
• Bid award of $107,100 to Island Contractors, Inc. for Taku Seawalk Releveling Project
• Appropriation of $24,730 from FEMA Port Security Grant for Auke Bay Loading Facility security
• Resolution urging $11,492,760 in funding for ADOT Harbor Facility Grant Program
• Authorization to create a new Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Harbor Security Officer position

The Docks and Harbors Board held a regular meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed public outreach ideas, a potential year-round harbor security position, a launch ramp survey, and the Taku Lot/Seawalk re-leveling project. The board agreed to add outreach and security topics to future agendas, and staff will bring cost estimates for the security position.

• Agenda approved as presented (unanimous)
• July 29, 2021 minutes approved as presented
• Outreach ideas to be discussed at Board retreat
• Staff to bring cost estimate for year-round night security position to next Operations meeting
• Taku Lot/Seawalk re-leveling project to be bid, with bids to be brought to Board for approval on October 20th

Housing Development Task Force (Sunset March 2022)

The task force will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Vice Chair and establish housekeeping rules. Members will also review the Mayor's charge regarding housing and development advice for the Assembly.

• Election of a Vice Chair
• Discussion of housekeeping rules including staff support and web presence
• Review of the Mayor's charge regarding housing and development issues

The Housing and Development Task Force held its first meeting, elected Maria Gladziszewski as vice chair by unanimous consent, and discussed housekeeping rules, Open Meetings Act compliance, and the mayor's charges. No substantive policy decisions were made; the group scheduled its next meeting for October 15, 2021.

• Appointed Maria Gladziszewski as Vice Chair by unanimous consent
• Agreed to meet every other Friday at 12:00 p.m., with next meeting on October 15, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.

Assembly

The Assembly is considering Ordinance 2021-42 to extend current COVID-19 mitigation measures until June 1, 2022. This ordinance also proposes reinserting a penalty provision for these community mitigation strategies.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2021-42 regarding COVID-19 mitigation extension
• Proclamation of National Drive Electric Week
• Proclamation of Energy Efficiency Day

The Assembly adopted Ordinance 2021-42, extending COVID-19 mitigation strategies (including a mask mandate) until March 31, 2022, after amending the original June 1, 2022 date. The penalty provision was retained after a motion to strike it failed. The ordinance was adopted by unanimous consent.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-42 extending COVID-19 mitigation measures to March 31, 2022 (unanimous consent)
• Amendment to change expiration date to March 31, 2022 failed (3-5)
• Amendment to change expiration date to March 1, 2022 passed (6-2)
• Amendment to strike penalty section failed (2-6)
• Amendment to keep civil enforcement language failed (3-5)
• Exhibit A updated with clarified mask language (unanimous consent)

Assembly Finance Committee

The Assembly Finance Committee will discuss Bartlett Regional Hospital bonding and receive a COVID-19 economic update. The meeting includes reviews of several FY2022 supplemental appropriations regarding COVID response, passenger fees, and CDD plat review.

• Bartlett Regional Hospital Bonding
• FY2022 Supplemental Appropriation for COVID Response
• FY2022 Supplemental Appropriation of Passenger Fees
• FY2022 Supplemental Appropriation for CDD Plat Reviewer
• COVID-19 Economic Update by McKinley

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks & Harbors Finance Sub-Committee is meeting to review the department's rate setting policy statement. The committee will also discuss and prioritize docks and harbors fees.

• Docks & Harbors Rate Setting Policy Statement presentation
• Docks & Harbors Fee Review & Prioritization presentation

The Finance Sub-Committee discussed a draft rate-setting policy and a fee review matrix, but made no final decisions. They agreed to refine the fee list with CPI applicability and user group definitions, and to forward the policy to the Operations Committee after further review. No votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 8, 2021 meeting minutes (no objection)
• Discussed draft rate-setting policy; no action taken
• Discussed fee review matrix; agreed to update status and add CPI column

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee will discuss Foundations Training regarding major City and Borough of Juneau plans. The agenda also includes Ordinance 2021-42, which reestablishes COVID-19 mitigation strategies and penalties.

• Ordinance 2021-42: Reestablishing COVID-19 mitigation strategies and providing for a penalty
• Foundations Training regarding major CBJ plans

Planning Commission

The Juneau Planning Commission met on September 28, 2021. The commission voted not to grant a non-administrative variance for construction within buffers from Lemon Creek. Discussions regarding Rules of Order were amended and continued to the October 12 meeting.

• Failed to grant variance VAR2021-0002 regarding Lemon Creek buffers
• Amended and continued Rules of Order to October 12, 2021
• Approved August 10 and August 24, 2021 draft minutes

The Planning Commission denied a non-administrative variance (VAR2021 0002) that would have allowed new construction within the 50-foot no-development and 25-foot no-disturbance buffer from Lemon Creek at 1940 & 1941 Anka Street. The motion to approve failed on a 3-3 roll call vote, with commissioners split on whether the property met the unique hardship standard. The commission also discussed but did not finalize updates to its Rules of Order, sending them back for further wordsmithing.

• Denied variance VAR2021 0002 for construction within Lemon Creek buffer (3-3 vote failed)
• Approved August 10, 2021 Planning Commission minutes
• Approved August 24, 2021 Planning Commission minutes
• Tabled Rules of Order updates for final wordsmithing and later adoption

Aquatics Board (Sunset Date 4/30/2023)

The September 28, 2021, Aquatics Board meeting agenda consists of standard procedural items. No specific project details or new business topics were listed in the provided text.

• Approval of July minutes
• Commercial Use Regulations
• Staff Report
• Subcommittee reports

Assembly Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee

The committee will consider a request from Franklin Foods to purchase city property at 139 S. Franklin St. The meeting also includes discussions on Ordinance 2021-38 to rezone several lots near 7900 Honsinger Drive. Updates on housing initiatives and Travel Juneau are also scheduled.

• Franklin Foods request to purchase 139 S. Franklin St.
• Ordinance 2021-38: Rezoning of Honsinger Pond Lots 3-11
• Status update on housing initiatives
• Status update on Title 49 updates
• Travel Juneau update

The committee voted to forward a motion of support for the sale of city property at 139 S. Franklin St. to the Assembly, contingent on the buyer's successful purchase of the adjoining Gastineau Apartments property. The committee also voted to forward a motion of support for rezoning nine lots near Honsinger Drive from Industrial to General Commercial, as recommended by the Planning Commission. No other substantive decisions were made; the Travel Juneau update and housing initiative updates were informational only.

• Forwarded support for sale of 139 S. Franklin St. to Assembly, contingent on purchase of adjoining Gastineau Apartments (motion passed)
• Forwarded support for rezoning Honsinger Pond lots 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13 from Industrial to General Commercial (motion passed)

Docks & Harbors Board

The committee is reviewing harbor rate changes and security staffing. Members will consider recommending a 10% increase in vessel and passenger fees for the 2022 calendar year.

• Proposed 10% increase for Statter Harbor charter vessel and passenger fees
• Authorization of a new full-time harbor security officer position
• Appropriation of $24,730 from FEMA grant for Auke Bay Loading Facility security
• Resolution urging $11,492,760 in state funding for the ADOT Harbor Facility Grant Program
• Motion to dispose of a self-propelled hydraulic boatlift to the Maritime Administration

The Operations/Planning Committee recommended a 10% increase in charter vessel and passenger fees for 2022, and authorized creation of a new Harbor Security Officer FTE. It also approved an ordinance appropriating $24,730 from a FEMA grant for Auke Bay facility security, and a resolution urging full state funding for harbor grants. The committee voted to dispose of the Sealift boatlift and discussed ARPA funding, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Recommended 10% increase in vessel and passenger fees for 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized creation of Harbor Security Officer FTE (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance appropriating $24,730 FEMA grant for Auke Bay security (unanimous)
• Approved resolution urging $11,492,760 state harbor grant funding (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of Sealift boatlift via federal process (unanimous)

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The Juneau Human Rights Commission will review tabled items regarding United Nations training on the Millennium Goals. The meeting also includes an overview of the Strategic Plan for new commission members.

• United Nations Training on the Millennium Goals
• Strategic Plan overview for new Commission members
• Approval of August 24, 2021 meeting minutes

Juneau Commission on Aging

The Juneau Commission on Aging will discuss Assembly updates and EDA grants. The meeting also includes an update on recruiting a new board member to fill one open seat.

• Assembly update
• EDA grants discussion
• Board member recruitment update

The Juneau Commission on Aging (JCOA) met and approved the agenda and amended June minutes. The meeting was primarily informational, with updates on the city's new tourism manager position, the public process for a new city hall, and the purchase of equipment and a warehouse on Thane for a voting facility. No formal decisions were made by the JCOA.

• Approved agenda with unanimous consent
• Approved amended June meeting minutes with unanimous consent

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The committee will review actions regarding water main replacement and soil disposal. The agenda also includes updates on passenger fee projects and material supply delays.

• $200,000 transfer for Hospital Water Main Replacement
• $150,000 to Capital Avenue Reconstruction for Contaminated Soil Disposal
• Proposed Passenger Fee Projects
• Green House Gas Data Update and Renewable Energy Pathway Model
• Update on streets and utility projects delayed by material supply issues

The Public Works & Facilities Committee approved four action items: transferring $200,000 from Douglas Highway Water System CIP to the Salmon Creek Water Filter Plant Bartlett Regional Connection Improvement CIP for water main replacement; transferring $150,000 from Areawide Drainage CIP to Capital Avenue Reconstruction for contaminated soil disposal; introducing a passenger fee projects ordinance at the September 29 special meeting and forwarding it to the Finance Committee; and recommending funding up to $40,000 for a greenhouse gas reduction model. All motions passed without objection.

• Approved $200,000 transfer for hospital water main replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 transfer for Capital Avenue contaminated soil disposal (unanimous)
• Moved to introduce passenger fee projects ordinance at Sept 29 special meeting and forward to Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Recommended funding up to $40,000 for greenhouse gas reduction model (unanimous)

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

The Assembly Committee of the Whole will discuss landslide hazard mapping, updates on homeless services, and recommendations for the solid waste plan. No public testimony will be taken during this worksession.

• Landslide Hazard Mapping
• Homeless Service Update
• Solid Waste Plan Recommendations

The Committee of the Whole heard presentations on solid waste recommendations, homeless services, and landslide hazard mapping, but took no formal votes. Public Works Director Katie Koester outlined PWFC recommendations including odor control at the Lemon Creek Landfill, a $50,000 composting pilot program, and a $100,000 zero-waste planning effort. City Manager Rorie Watt reported that the Glory Hall and St. Vincent need additional funding, with requests expected at the November Assembly Finance Committee meeting. CDD Planning Manager Alix Pierce presented updated 2021 landslide and avalanche hazard maps, noting the Planning Commission recommended holding adoption pending further community review.

• Agenda amended by unanimous consent to move Solid Waste presentation first
• No formal votes taken; all items were informational presentations
• PWFC recommended $50,000 composting pilot program (proposed, not approved)
• PWFC recommended $100,000 zero-waste plan appropriation (proposed, not approved)
• Planning Commission recommended holding adoption of 2021 hazard maps pending policy development
• Assembly advised to consider funding requests at November AFC meeting

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The Planning Commission Committee of the Whole will discuss parking code revision AME2021 0003. This includes establishing a 'town center' parking standard, revising district boundaries, and allowing downtown parking waivers. The committee will also discuss adopting a Land Acknowledgment.

• Parking code revision AME2021 0003
• Establishment of a 'town center' parking standard
• Revision of parking district boundaries
• Discussion regarding the adoption of a Land Acknowledgment

The Planning Commission Committee of the Whole reviewed and revised the proposed parking code changes, making line-by-line adjustments to parking requirements for various land uses. Decisions included reducing single-family and duplex parking to 1 space per unit, setting motel/hotel parking at 1 per 12 units, and requiring zero spaces for accessory apartments. The commission also discussed adopting a land acknowledgment, moving that discussion to the next regular meeting.

• Reduced single-family and duplex parking to 1 space per dwelling unit
• Set motel/hotel parking at 1 space per 12 units
• Reduced accessory apartment parking to 0 spaces per unit
• Kept hospital and nursing home parking at 4 per 5 beds or 1 per 1,000 sq ft
• Reduced restaurant parking to 1 space per 750 sq ft
• Reduced swimming pool parking to 1 per 10 persons
• Reduced repair/service station parking to 3 spaces per bay
• Moved land acknowledgment discussion to next regular meeting

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hear a property value appeal for RH Rentals LLC at 225 Front St. The appellant and the Assessor were unable to reach an agreement on parcel values. The board's decision will determine the final assessed value for this commercial site.

• Property Appeal No. 2021-0316 (RH Rentals LLC)
• Review of property values ranging from $1,450,000 to $2,431,000

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is reviewing several ordinances for introduction to the Regular Assembly Meeting. These items include funding for COVID-19 response, hospital operations, and retirement system contributions. The committee also reviewed a zoning change for Honsinger Pond.

• Zoning change for Honsinger Pond lots near 7900 Honsinger Drive
• $24,750,000 appropriation for Juneau's FY2021 COVID-19 related costs
• $20,900,000 appropriation for Bartlett Regional Hospital's FY2021 operating budget
• $7,260,772 for City and Borough of Juneau and Bartlett Regional Hospital's FY2021 PERS contribution
• $700,000 appropriation for Juneau School District's FY2021 PERS and TRS contribution

Assembly

The Juneau Assembly is considering several ordinances for introduction. These include proposals to rezone lots near 7900 Honsinger Drive and extend COVID-19 mitigation strategies through June 2022. The agenda also includes appropriations for hospital operations and pandemic-related costs.

• Ordinance 2021-38: Rezoning lots near 7900 Honsinger Drive from Industrial to General Commercial
• Ordinance 2021-42: Reestablishing COVID-19 mitigation strategies and penalties through June 1, 2022
• Ordinance 2020-09(BE): $20,900,000 appropriation for Bartlett Regional Hospital's FY21 operating budget
• Ordinance 2020-09(BF): $24,750,000 appropriation for Juneau’s FY2021 COVID-19 related costs
• Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(E): $24,000 appropriation for a survey of the Juneau Townsite Historic Neighborhood

The Juneau Assembly adopted Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(D), appropriating $700,000 to establish a ballot processing center at the Thane Warehouse for vote-by-mail elections. It also adopted Ordinance 2021-13, amending Title 49 to repeal the Coastal Zone Management provisions and clarify shoreline habitat rules, despite a failed motion to refer it back to the Planning Commission. The Assembly introduced several ordinances, including extending COVID-19 mitigation strategies until June 1, 2022, and approved a 3.2% salary raise and $500 bonus for the City Manager, plus a market-rate adjustment to $175,000 and $500 bonus for the City Attorney.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(D) appropriating $700,000 for a ballot processing center (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-13 amending Title 49, repealing Coastal Zone Management provisions (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-29(b) changing sales tax discount to flat $30, requiring eGov filing (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-39 extending sunset date for food/beverage right-of-way licenses (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinances to extend COVID-19 mitigation strategies and appropriate $24.75M for COVID costs
• Adopted Resolution 2964 to participate in Alaska opioid settlements
• Adopted Resolution 2965 renaming Capital School Park to Capitol Park
• Approved 3.2% salary raise and $500 bonus for City Manager; $175,000 salary and $500 bonus for City Attorney

Assembly Human Resources Committee

The Assembly Human Resources Committee is reviewing applications for appointments to the Aquatics Board and the Sister Cities Committee. The committee will also conduct a review and recommendation regarding the Community Development Block Grant.

• Aquatics Board appointment (one application received for three seats)
• Sister Cities Committee appointment (one application for two open seats)
• Review and recommendation of Community Development Block Grant

The Juneau Assembly Human Resources Committee met and forwarded three recommendations to the full Assembly: reappointing Lena Merrell to the Aquatics Board, appointing Samantha Brown to the Sister Cities Committee, and asking the Community Development Department and AWARE to apply for a Community Development Block Grant. All motions passed without objection. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding Lena Merrell's reappointment to the Aquatics Board (term through June 30, 2024)
• Approved forwarding Samantha Brown's appointment to the Sister Cities Committee (term through January 1, 2024)
• Approved forwarding recommendation for Community Development Department and AWARE to apply for the CDBG grant

Utility Advisory Board

The Utilities Advisory Board will receive information regarding the Source Control Program introduction, a biosolids update, and revenue projections. The meeting also includes the introduction of the Deputy Director of Public Works. No action items are listed for this session.

• Introduction of Deputy Director of Public Works
• Source Control Program Introduction
• Biosolids Update
• Revenue Projections

The Juneau Utility Advisory Board met by teleconference on September 9, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda and the May 31, 2021 draft minutes with one edit (correcting Janet Schempf's attendance status). No action items were taken. The board heard informational updates on the Source Control program, including a Fred Meyer agreement to stop using a food grinder, and on biosolids storage and disposal challenges.

• Approved the September 9, 2021 agenda by board vote.
• Approved the May 31, 2021 draft minutes by board vote, with an edit to mark Janet Schempf as absent.
• No action items were presented or voted on.

JNU Airport Board

The Airport Board is reviewing updates on PFAS testing results and security badging automation. The board is also discussing a variance request to remove vegetation near Jordan Creek to manage wildlife on the runway.

• $5,430,992 Airport Rescue Grant received August 17, 2021
• Variance request for vegetation removal near Jordan Creek
• PFAS soil and groundwater analysis from twenty-two test sites
• $108,000 approved for Float Pond Phase 2 Design work
• Total COVID relief grant funds to date of $30,590,133

The Airport Board approved the August minutes and agenda, elected Al Clough as Chair, Jerry Godkin as Vice Chair, and Jodi Garza as Secretary, and discussed several ongoing items including a PFAS report showing levels below EPA health advisories, a $5.43 million federal COVID relief grant, and issues with Oshkosh plow trucks. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended, removing committee appointments (unanimous)
• Elected Al Clough as Chair, Jerry Godkin as Vice Chair, Jodi Garza as Secretary (unanimous)

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The City and Borough of Juneau Planning Commission Title 49 Committee meeting includes a discussion on signs. The provided agenda does not include specific details regarding the scope or nature of this topic.

• discussion regarding signs

Docks & Harbors Board

The Finance Sub-Committee will consider a recommendation to increase per vessel and per passenger fees by 10% at Statter Harbor for the 2022 calendar year. The committee will also discuss policies regarding the consistency and fairness of the fee review process.

• Proposed 10% increase in per vessel and per passenger fees at Statter Harbor
• Discussion on Docks & Harbors policy for the fee review process

The Finance Sub-Committee voted to recommend a 10% increase to both the per-vessel and per-passenger fees for charter vessels at Statter Harbor, effective for calendar year 2022, and to forward the proposal to the Operations-Planning Committee. The committee also discussed developing a formal fee review policy, with Chair Wostmann volunteering to draft it. No final decisions were made on the fee policy.

• Recommended 10% increase in per-vessel and per-passenger charter fees for 2022 (motion passed)
• Forwarded fee increase proposal to Operations-Planning Committee
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved August 25th meeting minutes

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to determine the final value for a commercial property appeal. This follows an inability to reach an agreement between the appellant and the assessor.

• Property appeal No. 2021-0227 at 230 S. Franklin St
• Value determination for Robbins-Hattrup Partnership/Joe Brotherton
• Comparison of $7,962,500 appellant estimate to $9,053,000 assessed value

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The committee will review emergency program reports, including airport reviews and weather updates. Members will discuss COVID-19 situational updates and mitigation efforts. The agenda also includes information on upcoming regional HAZMAT exercises.

• BRH COVID Situational Update
• Van Winkle Regional Full Scale HAZMAT Exercise planning for November 3, 2021
• Van Winkle Regional Full Scale HAZMAT Exercise scheduled for March 7-11, 2022
• JNU Airport TTX & AER Review
• Update on COVID Mitigation Officer

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee met virtually on September 8, 2021, and approved the August 11, 2021 minutes. No new business or action items were discussed. Members heard updates on an upcoming airport active shooter exercise, COVID-19 vaccine booster planning, and a regional hazmat exercise scheduled for March 2022.

• Approved August 11, 2021 minutes
• No new business or action items

Assembly Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee

The committee will review Ordinance 2021-35, which proposes creating MU3 and NC zoning districts. Members will also discuss the tourism marketing strategy and receive updates on housing initiatives and grants.

• Ordinance 2021-35: Creating MU3 and NC zoning districts
• Tourism Marketing Strategy discussion
• Accessory Apartment Incentive Grant update
• Status of housing initiatives
• Status of Title 49 updates

The committee voted to send Ordinance 2021-35, which would create Mixed Use 3 (MU3) and Neighborhood Commercial (NC) zoning districts, to the full Assembly. The ordinance aims to allow denser, mixed-use development in certain areas, with single-family housing not permitted in these districts. The committee also heard updates on the Accessory Apartment Incentive Grant program and a presentation from Travel Juneau on its tourism marketing strategy.

• Approved motion to send Ordinance 2021-35 (MU3 and NC zoning districts) to full Assembly (passed, no objections)
• Approved August 9, 2021 draft minutes as presented
• Approved agenda amendment adding supplemental items from Travel Juneau and moving agenda topic B to start

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Juneau Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the disposal of Gunakadeit Park and the renaming of Capital School Park. The meeting also includes updates on the Auke Bay Easement, Montana Creek Master Plan, and ORV planning.

• Gunakadeit Park disposal
• Capital School Park renaming
• Auke Bay Easement update
• Montana Creek Master Plan update
• ORV planning update

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee voted 6-2 to recommend the Assembly remove Gunakadeit Park from the Juneau Parks & Open Space System and dispose of it, with proceeds from the sale to benefit the park system. The committee also unanimously recommended renaming Capital School Park to Capitol Park, following a $550,000 donation from the Juneau Community Foundation for park improvements.

• Recommended disposal of Gunakadeit Park (6-2)
• Recommended proceeds from Gunakadeit Park sale go to park system improvements
• Recommended renaming Capital School Park to Capitol Park (unanimous)

Eaglecrest Board

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors will review reports from the Planning Committee and Summer Development Task Force. The meeting also includes manager updates on finances, staffing, and capital projects.

• Election of Officers
• Committee Assignments
• Fireworks recommendation for Assembly
• Summer Capital Project Update
• Planning Committee Report

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors met on September 2, 2021, and approved a drafted fireworks recommendation for the mountain, as well as keeping all current officers in place. The board also removed the trails committee, assigning trails business to the Planning Committee, and discussed staffing and e-commerce concerns.

• Approved fireworks recommendation (unanimous)
• Retained all current officers (unanimous)
• Removed trails committee, assigned trails business to Planning Committee

Historic Resources Advisory Committee

The Historic Resources Advisory Committee will review a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Juneau Townsite Survey. The meeting also includes approval of the August 2021 minutes and a period for public comment.

• Review of RFP for Juneau Townsite Survey

The committee reviewed the RFP for the Juneau Townsite Survey and raised concerns about the grant amount relative to the intensive-level survey workload, questioned whether an update to the 1988 survey would suffice, and disliked the contractor scoring system's heavy weight on fee proposals. Staff will contact SHPO for answers and make requested changes to the RFP. No formal decisions were made; the agenda and August minutes were approved.

• Approved agenda as is
• Approved August 2021 minutes as is
• Staff to contact SHPO about survey type and workload concerns
• Staff to make requested changes to RFP

Assembly Finance Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance regarding incentives for online filing of sales and hotel taxes. The agenda also includes reviews of 2021 commercial property assessments and an updated consumer tax forecast. Additionally, the committee will address resources and processes for grant seeking.

• Ordinance 2021-29: Incentive for online filing of sales/hotel taxes
• 2021 Commercial Property Assessments
• Updated Consumer Tax Forecast
• Resources and process for grant seeking

The Assembly Finance Committee approved moving Ordinance 2021-29, which would create an incentive for online filing of sales and hotel taxes, to the full Assembly. The motion was amended to include a flat $30 incentive for timely online filing, replacing the variable structure, and to repeal the hotel bed tax incentive. The committee also directed staff to draft an appropriation ordinance for up to $120,000 to fund a centralized Grant Writer position.

• Approved moving Ordinance 2021-29 to the full Assembly, with an amendment for a flat $30 online filing incentive.
• Directed staff to draft an appropriation ordinance for up to $120,000 for a Grant Writer position.
• Approved the August 18, 2021 minutes as presented.
• Discussed commercial property assessments and plans to contract with a consultant to assist with appeals.
• Discussed the possibility of amending the sales price disclosure ordinance to include a penalty.
• Received an updated consumer tax forecast, noting hotel bed tax exceeded projections.
• Discussed resources and process for grant seeking, including federal stimulus funding.

Juneau Commission on Sustainability

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability will discuss a letter of support for the Alaska Heat Smart grant application. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from August 4, 2021.

• Letter of Support for Alaska Heat Smart grant application
• Approval of August 4, 2021 minutes

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability voted to submit a letter of support for Alaska Heat Smart's HUD grant application, which seeks $1-2 million for a Healthy Homes program installing heat pumps in lower-income homes. The commission also approved a motion for its solid waste subcommittee to draft a letter to the Public Works and Engineering committee regarding landfill management. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were informational discussions.

• Approved motion to submit letter of support for Alaska Heat Smart grant application (unanimous)
• Approved motion for solid waste subcommittee to draft letter to PWE committee (unanimous)

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The committee will hear presentations regarding solid waste from AKDEC and Waste Management. Members will also discuss the format for future Solid Waste Plan Recommendations and receive updates on New City Hall.

• Solid waste presentations by AKDEC and Waste Management
• Discussion on format for Solid Waste Plan Recommendations
• Update on New City Hall
• Contracts Division Activity Report (August 4–25, 2021)

The Public Works & Facilities Committee passed an amended motion recommending the Assembly pursue a 2022 timeline for a new or renovated city hall, while also including information about a 2023 timeline that the committee has reviewed, along with pros and cons. The committee also heard presentations from state and private landfill officials about Juneau's landfill operations, closure, and odor issues. No formal action items were on the agenda.

• Approved minutes from the August 9, 2021 regular meeting.
• Passed an amended motion to recommend a 2022 city hall timeline to the full Assembly, including reviewed 2023 timeline information and pros/cons.
• Heard presentations from AKDEC and Waste Management on landfill regulations, closure, and odor mitigation.
• Discussed a revised timeline for public input on building a new city hall or renovating an existing one.

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

The Assembly will hold joint meetings with the Systemic Racism Review Committee and the Planning Commission. The session also includes a discussion on Ordinance 2021-13, which proposes amendments to coastal management and habitat provisions in the Land Use Code.

• Ordinance 2021-13: Amending Title 49 regarding coastal management and habitat provisions
• Joint meeting with Systemic Racism Review Committee for tool review
• Joint meeting with Planning Commission regarding roles, functions, and staff capacity

The Committee of the Whole held joint meetings with the Systemic Racism Review Committee and the Planning Commission to discuss ongoing work and processes. The only formal action taken was a unanimous motion to advance Ordinance 2021-13, which would amend the Land Use Code by repealing the Coastal Management section, to the Assembly for a public hearing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Moved Ordinance 2021-13 (Coastal Management repeal) to Assembly for public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved August 9, 2021 minutes by unanimous consent

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Title 49 Committee will discuss items regarding downtown parking and signs. The committee is also scheduled to approve draft minutes from meetings held in May, June, and July 2021.

• Downtown Parking discussion
• Signs discussion
• Approval of May 27, 2021 Draft Minutes
• Approval of June 10, 2021 Draft Minutes
• Approval of June 24, 2021 Draft Minutes

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks and Harbors Board will discuss updates regarding the harbor staff security position and a launch ramp survey. The board will also receive a presentation on the Taku Lot/Seawalk Re-leveling Project.

• Update on Harbor Staff Security Position
• Launch Ramp Survey update
• Taku Lot/Seawalk Re-leveling Project presentation
• Presentation on opportunities for outreach

The board discussed public outreach ideas, harbor security staffing, a launch ramp survey, and the Taku Lot/Seawalk re-leveling project. No formal decisions were made; items were for discussion and will be revisited at future meetings, including a board retreat and rate study.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved July 29, 2021 board minutes (no objection)
• Discussed public outreach options; deferred to board retreat
• Discussed hiring a full-time Harbor Officer for night security; cost estimated at $125,000 with benefits
• Discussed launch ramp survey; staff to add to Tide Line
• Discussed Taku Lot/Seawalk re-leveling project; bids to open September 28, 2021
• Finance sub-committee proposed 10% charter vessel rate increase for next season (further discussion September 8)
• Noted FEMA Port Security grant for Auke Bay cameras; Assembly introduction September 13

Eaglecrest Board

The task force will discuss land authorizations required for plans to proceed, including a lease with the State of Alaska. The meeting also includes an overview of the current conceptual plan and potential grant opportunities.

• Land lease with the State of Alaska
• Land conversion with the Land Water Conservation Fund
• Overview of current conceptual plan
• Economic Development Association Build Back Better Grant
• Economic Development Association Travel, Tourism & Outdoor Recreation Grant

Docks & Harbors Board

The Finance Sub-Committee will discuss a review of all Docks & Harbors fees in regulation. The committee will also discuss a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a rate study. No action items are currently scheduled for this meeting.

• Review of all Docks & Harbors Fees in Regulation
• Request for Proposal (RFP): Rate Study

The Finance Sub-Committee discussed a potential 10% increase to charter vessel and per-passenger fees at Statter Harbor, with a final recommendation to be made at the September 8th meeting. The committee also approved moving a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a harbor rate study, with the option to include a market study for cruise ship dockage fees, to the next Operations Committee meeting. No final fee increase was approved at this meeting.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the August 12th, 2021 Finance Sub-Committee meeting minutes.
• Discussed a potential 10% increase to Statter Harbor charter vessel and per-passenger fees; no final decision made, item to be revisited September 8th.
• Approved moving the RFP for a rate study, with the option to include a market study for cruise ship dockage fees, to the next Operations Committee meeting.
• Set next meeting for September 8th, 2021 at 5 pm.

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is conducting continued foundational training regarding the City and Borough of Juneau organization and its master plans. The committee will also review draft minutes from a training session held on August 10, 2021.

• Review of draft minutes from the August 10, 2021, training session
• Continued foundational training on CBJ organization and master plans

The Systemic Racism Review Committee held a training session on CBJ organization and master plans, with no formal decisions made. The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and set future meeting dates for September 14 and 28, 2021.

• Approved 2021-08-10 training session minutes as presented
• Set future meeting dates for September 14 and 28, 2021

Planning Commission

The Juneau Planning Commission held a virtual meeting to conduct regular business. The commission approved an amended conditional use permit for an aquatic plant farm and reviewed minutes from previous meetings.

• Approval of a conditional use permit (USE2021 0007) for an aquatic plant farm
• Approval of June 8, 2021, and July 27, 2021, meeting minutes

The Juneau Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for an aquatic plant (kelp) farm at Lena Cove, with a 5-3 vote. The permit was approved with amendments removing the 10-year expiration date and the condition requiring a new permit for significant expansions. The commission also approved minutes from previous meetings and suspended rules for COVID protocols.

• Approved conditional use permit for aquatic plant farm at Lena Cove (5-3)
• Amended motion to delete 10-year expiration condition
• Amended motion to delete significant expansion condition
• Approved June 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved July 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Suspended rules for COVID protocols through December 31, 2021

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The Juneau Human Rights Commission approved the minutes from its August 10, 2021 meeting by consensus. The commission also decided to switch from two one-hour meetings per month to one two-hour meeting per month starting in September, and set a rotating note-taker schedule through August 2022. No public participation occurred, and no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved the August 10, 2021 meeting minutes by consensus
• Adopted a rotating note-taker schedule for meetings through August 2022
• Decided to hold meetings as standard Zoom meetings instead of webinars when election-season scheduling conflicts arise
• Moved to one two-hour meeting per month starting September 21, 2021
• Tabled discussion of the Strategic Plan until the next meeting
• Tabled discussion of United Nations training until the next meeting, with the trainer invited to attend

Aquatics Board (Sunset Date 4/30/2023)

The Aquatics Board is scheduled to discuss commercial use regulations and review an annual report. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approval of July minutes and subcommittee reports.

• Commercial Use Regulations
• Annual Report
• Approval of July meeting minutes

Assembly Human Resources Committee

The Assembly Human Resources Committee will review annual reports from the Historic Resources Advisory Committee and the Juneau Commission on Sustainability. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Eaglecrest Pay Plan and the potential dissolution of the ADA Committee. Additionally, the committee will consider appointments for the Youth Activities Board and the Local Emergency Planning Committee.

• Appointment of Christopher Russell to the LEPC Right to Know Act seat
• Two public seat appointments for the Youth Activities Board
• Discussion regarding the Eaglecrest Pay Plan
• Discussion on dissolving or sunsetting the ADA Committee

The committee approved forwarding the appointments of Jack Lovejoy and Samantha Schwarting to the Youth Activities Board for terms beginning September 1, 2021 and ending August 31, 2024. It also approved forwarding the recommendation to appoint Christopher Russell to the Local Emergency Planning Committee's Right to Know Act Alternate Seat. The committee heard annual reports from the Historic Resources Advisory Committee and the Juneau Commission on Sustainability, and discussed the Eaglecrest pay plan, but took no action on those items.

• Approved forwarding Jack Lovejoy and Samantha Schwarting to full Assembly for YAB appointments (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Christopher Russell to full Assembly for LEPC Alternate Seat recommendation (unanimous)

Assembly

The Assembly is considering several ordinances, including funding for a new ballot processing center at the Thane Warehouse and creating new mixed-use zoning districts. They are also reviewing changes to sales tax treatment for services and allowing property taxes to be paid in two installments.

• Ordinance 2021-35: Creating new MU3 and NC zoning districts
• Appropriation of $700,000 for a Juneau Ballot Processing Center
• Contract award of $147,500 to Carbon Activated Corp. for carbon media
• Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(C): $150,000 appropriation for a Tourism Manager
• Ordinance 2021-37: Allowing property taxes to be paid in two installments

The Assembly voted 5-4 to refer Ordinance 2021-26(am), which would rezone Channel View Lot 1 near 4650 North Douglas Highway from D-15 to Light Commercial, to the Committee of the Whole for further consideration. The Assembly also adopted several ordinances, including one extending the sunset date for the downtown alternative development overlay district (8-1) and one appropriating $150,000 for a tourism manager position. All other ordinances and resolutions on the agenda were adopted by unanimous consent.

• Referred Ordinance 2021-26(am) (Douglas Highway rezoning) to Committee of the Whole (5-4)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-34 extending downtown alternative overlay district sunset to Aug 1, 2022 (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(C) appropriating $150,000 for tourism manager (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-28 removing minimum lot depth requirement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-30 exempting locally performed services delivered outside borough from sales tax (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-37 allowing property taxes to be paid in two installments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2963 delegating bond expenditure certification authority (unanimous)
• Awarded $147,500 activated carbon media bid to Carbon Activated Corp. (unanimous)

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items including roll call and agenda approval. The committee will discuss Planning Commission priorities.

• Planning Commission Priorities

Douglas Advisory Board

The board will continue discussions on unfinished business regarding local signage, bus stops, and park facilities. Members will also receive various departmental and committee reports. No new business or presentations are scheduled for this meeting.

• “Welcome To Douglas Island” Sign at Roundabout
• Douglas Bus Stops/Crosswalks
• Bathrooms at Savikko Park
• Recycling on Douglas Island
• Douglas Island Cemeteries

The Douglas Advisory Board met and approved its agenda and the minutes from the July 21, 2021 meeting, both as amended. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussions about ongoing items such as the Douglas Island cemeteries, a welcome sign, bus stops, and park bathrooms. The board also heard reports from various committees and organizations.

• Approved agenda, as amended
• Approved minutes from 7.21.21, as amended

Assembly Finance Committee

The Assembly Finance Committee is reviewing ordinances regarding sales tax filing incentives and the taxability of services. The committee will also discuss property tax payment installments and bond-funded project reimbursements.

• Online sales/hotel tax filing incentive (Ordinance 2021-29)
• Sales Tax Code amendment for service taxability (Ordinance 2021-30)
• 2021 property tax payment installments (Ordinance 2021-37)
• Reimbursement for bond funded projects (Resolution 2963)
• Passenger fee projections and City Hall financing information

The Assembly Finance Committee approved moving Ordinance 2021-30 (sales tax on services), Ordinance 2021-37 (property tax installment plan), and Resolution 2963 (bond reimbursement) to the full Assembly. An amendment to change online filing incentives failed, and a proposed flat-rate incentive was withdrawn for further discussion.

• Moved Ordinance 2021-30 (sales tax on services) to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance 2021-37 (property tax installments) to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Moved Resolution 2963 (bond reimbursement) to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Amendment to change online filing incentive to $50/$100 and $75/$150 failed (3-6)
• Withdrew amendment for flat $30/$60 online filing incentive; to be discussed next meeting
• Kept Ordinance 2021-29 on agenda for next AFC meeting (unanimous)

Docks & Harbors Board

The committee will review opportunities for outreach and receive an update from the Finance Sub-Committee. No new business or consent agenda items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation on Operations-Planning Committee opportunities for outreach
• Finance Sub-Committee update presentation by Mr. Wostmann
• Approval of July 21, 2021, meeting minutes

Assembly

This special meeting of the Juneau Assembly focuses on a single agenda topic. The assembly will address appointments for the Airport Board.

• Airport Board Appointments

The Juneau Assembly held a special meeting and approved the appointment of Al Clough and Danial Spencer to the Airport Board for terms from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2024. The motion passed by unanimous consent with no objections. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Al Clough to Airport Board (unanimous consent)
• Appointed Danial Spencer to Airport Board (unanimous consent)

Assembly

The Assembly will consider introducing Ordinance 2021-37, which would allow 2021 property taxes to be paid in two installments. The proposal allows 80% of taxes and assessments to be paid by September 30, 2021, with the remaining 20% due on December 31, 2021.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2021-37 regarding two-installment property tax payments

The Juneau Assembly introduced Ordinance 2021-37, which would allow property taxes to be paid in two installments for 2021, with 80% due September 30 and 20% due December 31. The ordinance was introduced by unanimous consent and referred to the Assembly Finance Committee for August 18, with a public hearing set for August 23. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Introduced Ordinance 2021-37 for two-installment property tax payment (unanimous consent)
• Referred Ordinance 2021-37 to Assembly Finance Committee for August 18
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 2021-37 on August 23

Eaglecrest Board

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors Planning & Policy Committee will conduct a roll call. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding the fireworks ordinance for Eaglecrest.

• Discussion on fireworks ordinance for Eaglecrest

JNU Airport Board

The board will review a presentation regarding automation for the airport's security badging office. Updates will also be provided concerning PFAS testing, terminal reconstruction progress, and the status of CARES Act funding.

• Presentation on computerized security badging office automation
• Update on PFAS soil and groundwater testing results
• $108,000 approved for Float Pond Phase 2 Design work
• Estimated $1,560,000 for baggage belt replacement using CARES funds

The Board discussed a computerized security badging office automation system, directing staff to move forward while reaching out to tenants. They also reviewed ongoing issues including Oshkosh plow truck breakdowns, terminal reconstruction progress, and PFAS test results pending. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only actions were approving minutes, agenda, and entering executive session for the Airport Manager's evaluation.

• Approved minutes of July 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Moved to executive session for Airport Manager annual evaluation (unanimous)

Docks & Harbors Board

The Finance Sub-Committee will discuss its purpose, meeting frequency, and public outreach strategies. The committee also plans to discuss annual goals regarding fee structures, new revenue sources, and CIP requirements.

• Introduction of new members
• Review of sub-committee purpose and meeting time
• Discussion of public outreach opportunities and challenges
• Review of fee structure and new revenue sources
• Discussion of CIP requirements

The Docks & Harbors Finance Sub-Committee met and discussed its purpose, public outreach, and goals for the coming year. No formal decisions were made, but members agreed to meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 5pm, and the Port Director will draft an RFP for a harbor rate study. The committee also discussed improving public engagement and reviewing the fee structure.

• Set meetings for 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 5pm
• Port Director to draft RFP for harbor rate study
• Staff to provide list of all Docks & Harbors rates and last revision dates
• Next meeting scheduled for August 25th at 5pm

Jensen-Olson Arboretum Advisory Board (Sunset Date 5/31/2023)

The meeting consists primarily of procedural items and reports. The board will address unfinished business regarding revenues withheld for household use.

• Approval of May 12, 2021 minutes
• Review of revenues withheld for household use
• Reports from the Chair, Manager, and Friends of JOA

The Jensen-Olson Arboretum Advisory Board met on August 11, 2021, and approved the minutes from its May 12, 2021, regular and subcommittee meetings. No new business was discussed. The board discussed priorities for spending unrestricted endowment funds, focusing on water quality and internet improvements at the manager's residence, and heard reports on recent events and operations.

• Approved May 12, 2021, regular meeting minutes (no objection)
• Approved May 12, 2021, subcommittee meeting minutes (no objection)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The committee will review reports from recent emergency exercises at Salmon Creek Dam and Juneau Airport. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a COVID Mitigation Officer and a presentation on the FBI Alaska Victim Assistance Partnership.

• Discussion of a COVID Mitigation Officer
• Presentation on FBI AK Victim Assistance Partnership (AVAP)
• Review of Salmon Creek Dam and Juneau Airport emergency exercise reports
• Information regarding the Salmon Creek Dam functional exercise on September 2

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) met virtually on August 11, 2021, and approved the minutes from the July 14, 2021 meeting. The committee discussed a proposal for COVID safety compliance officers, introduced by Corey Padron of the CCTH Tribal EOC, and agreed to bring the idea to the CBJ EOC. No formal action items were taken during the meeting.

• Approved July 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussed COVID safety officer proposal; to be brought to CBJ EOC
• Noted upcoming Salmon Creek dam failure functional exercise on Sept 2
• Heard report on FBI AK Victim Assistance Partnership training opportunities

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The Juneau Human Rights Commission will introduce new members and receive a report from the July 12, 2021, Annual Report meeting with the Human Resource Committee. The commission will also discuss website infographics and attribution requirements.

• Introduction of new JHRC members
• Report on the July 12, 2021, Annual Report meeting
• Discussion regarding website infographics

The Juneau Human Rights Commission approved the minutes from its June 22, 2021 meeting by consensus. The commission discussed tabled items including website infographics, a strategic plan, and potential UN training, but made no substantive decisions beyond the minutes approval. The meeting was procedural, with no public participation and no new agenda items.

• Approved minutes of June 22, 2021 meeting by consensus

Planning Commission

The Juneau Planning Commission is reviewing a request to rezone an area from Industrial to General Commercial. The commission also discussed ordinance changes related to the May 28, 2021 Downtown Juneau Landslide and Avalanche Assessment.

• Rezoning from Industrial to General Commercial (AME2021-0009)
• Ordinance changes for Hillside Development and Landslide/Avalanche Areas (AME2021-0008)
• Approval of July 13, 2021, Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission approved a rezone of lots on Honsinger Drive from Industrial to General Commercial (8-1), forwarding it to the Assembly. The Commission also voted 5-4 to forward the Downtown Juneau Landslide and Avalanche Assessment ordinance to the Assembly without adoption, requesting further community review and policy development.

• Approved rezone AME2021 0009 for Honsinger Drive lots 3-11 to General Commercial (8-1)
• Forwarded AME2021 0008 hazard map ordinance to Assembly without adoption, requesting 8-month review (5-4)
• Approved July 13, 2021 Committee of the Whole, Special, and Regular meeting minutes
• Denied alternative rezone motion excluding lots 2, 12, 13 and including 7, 8 (4-5)

Youth Activities Board

The Youth Activities Board is meeting to review contingency requests and address two board vacancies. The agenda also includes liaison reports from PRAC and JAHC.

• $10,000 contingency request for Midnight Suns Baseball Club/American Legion Post 25-Northwest CART Tournament
• Two Youth Activity Board vacancies
• HRC Annual Report for August 23 meeting

The Youth Activities Board approved a $8,500 contingency request from the Midnight Suns Baseball Club for the Northwest CART Tournament, covering $7,000 for airfare and $1,500 for lodging. The board also accepted the FY21 Annual Report for the upcoming HRC meeting and discussed filling two board vacancies. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $8,500 contingency award to Midnight Suns Baseball Club (unanimous)
• Accepted FY21 Youth Activity Board Annual Report (unanimous)

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The committee will review draft minutes from the July 27, 2021, work session. The agenda also includes foundational training regarding the City and Borough of Juneau legislative process and organization.

• Approval of July 27, 2021, draft work session minutes
• Foundational training on CBJ legislative process and organization

The Systemic Racism Review Committee held a work session focused on foundational training about the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) legislative process and organization. No formal decisions were made; the committee approved the agenda and minutes, and discussed budget, revenue, and ordinance processes. The next meetings were scheduled for August 24 and a joint meeting with the Assembly Committee of the Whole on August 30.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved 2021-07-27 work session minutes as presented
• Scheduled next meeting for August 24, 2021 at 12:00pm
• Scheduled joint meeting with Assembly COW for August 30, 2021 at 6:00pm

Assembly Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee

The Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee will discuss assembly priorities and updates to the Title 49 Land Use Code. The meeting also includes status reports on housing initiatives and the tourism marketing strategy.

• Title 49 Land Use Code Update
• Tourism Marketing Strategy
• Status of Housing Initiatives
• Travel Juneau Memorandum of Agreement

The committee discussed the Title 49 Land Use Code update, focusing on area plans, housing priorities, and potential code changes. They also discussed the Tourism Marketing Strategy with Travel Juneau, considering whether to amend the agreement or issue an RFP. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• Agenda approved as presented
• July 19, 2021 draft minutes approved as presented
• No formal decisions on Title 49 or tourism marketing; items discussed only

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

This worksession includes presentations from the Redistricting Board and ArtWorks. The committee will also receive an update regarding the Juneau Election Center's vote-by-mail process. No public comment is being taken during this session.

• Redistricting Board presentation
• ArtWorks presentation
• Juneau Election Center Vote By Mail update

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to draft a $700,000 appropriation ordinance to remodel the Thane Warehouse and purchase election equipment for a Juneau Election Center, supporting the previously selected Vote by Mail Option C2. The motion passed by unanimous consent. The Assembly also received presentations on the Alaska Redistricting Board's timeline and the ArtWorks grant program, but took no formal action on those topics.

• Directed staff to draft $700,000 appropriation ordinance for Thane Warehouse remodel and election equipment (unanimous)
• Approved July 19, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The Public Works & Facilities Committee will review recommendations regarding the Solid Waste Plan. The committee will also receive updates on the Valley Transit Center and New City Hall.

• Solid Waste Plan Recommendations to the Assembly
• Valley Transit Center Update
• New City Hall update
• Contracts Division Activity Report (July 14, 2021 – August 3, 2021)

The Public Works & Facilities Committee approved a motion to submit its solid waste plan recommendations to the Assembly for further discussion at a Committee of the Whole meeting. The committee also discussed updates on the Valley Transit Center and a potential new City Hall, including a possible ballot measure in October 2023. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved motion to submit solid waste plan recommendations to Assembly (unanimous)
• Requested DEC speak on landfill regulations
• Discussed Valley Transit Center opening summer 2022 with bus rerouting
• Discussed new City Hall survey and possible October 2023 ballot measure

Eaglecrest Board

The Eaglecrest Board will review reports from the Planning Committee and the Manager. The board also intends to schedule a committee meeting for August 12th to discuss fireworks policy.

• Planning Committee Report from July 15, 2021
• Manager's financial report
• Summer Capital Project Update
• Scheduling of fireworks policy discussion for August 12th

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors met on August 4, 2021, and approved the agenda and July minutes without changes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports and discussions, including a pay plan for staff, a planned policy meeting on fireworks, and a finance meeting date.

• Approved agenda without changes
• Approved July meeting minutes without changes
• Approved 3 memorial requests (Planning Committee report)

Docks & Harbors Board

The Finance Sub-Committee will discuss goals for the upcoming year. This includes reviewing fee structures, identifying new revenue sources, and discussing CIP requirements.

• Introduction of new members
• Review of sub-committee purpose
• Review and revision of fee structure
• Discussion of new revenue sources
• Discussion of CIP requirements

The Docks & Harbors Finance Sub-Committee meeting on August 5, 2021, was called to order but ended early due to internet connectivity issues that made it hard for members to hear each other. No substantive decisions were made, and the meeting was adjourned without discussing any agenda items. A new meeting will be scheduled for the following week.

• Meeting adjourned early due to internet issues (unanimous)
• New meeting to be scheduled via doodle poll

Historic Resources Advisory Committee

The Historic Resources Advisory Committee will review an RFP for the Juneau Townsite Survey and work to appoint a Vice Chair. The meeting also includes approving June 2021 minutes and discussing a webpage update.

• Appointment of a Vice Chair
• RFP review for Juneau Townsite Survey
• Webpage update

The Historic Resources Advisory Committee approved its 2020 annual report with amendments to membership descriptions. Shannon Crossley was unanimously elected as the new vice chair. The RFP review for the Juneau Townsite Survey was postponed due to loss of quorum after Crossley recused herself.

• Approved June 2021 minutes
• Approved 2020 annual report with amendments to membership descriptions
• Elected Shannon Crossley as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Postponed RFP review for Juneau Townsite Survey until September or special meeting

Assembly

The Juneau Assembly is reviewing several ordinances regarding land use, sales tax, and tourism management. The agenda includes public hearings on police training grants and property transfers to the Alaska DOT&PF. Members will also consider new marijuana license applications and a sewer project bid award.

• $1,170,275 contract recommendation for Gruening Park lift station
• Proposed $150,000 appropriation for a Tourism Manager position
• Ordinance to remove minimum lot depth requirements from the Land Use Code
• $42,300 appropriation for summer tourism services via marine passenger fees
• Property and easement transfer to Alaska DOT&PF for Douglas Highway work

The Assembly passed a motion to support the City Manager working with Norwegian Cruise Lines as the original proposer for a tideland lease, initiating negotiations. It also adopted Ordinance 2021-26, rezoning Channel View Lot 1 near 4650 North Douglas Highway from D-15 to Light Commercial, but with an amendment requiring infrastructure improvements before higher-density development. Several other ordinances were adopted, including funding for tourism services and police training, and one ordinance was postponed.

• Approved motion to support negotiations with Norwegian Cruise Lines for tideland lease (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-26 rezoning Channel View Lot 1 to Light Commercial with infrastructure condition (6-2)
• Postponed Ordinance 2021-13 (Coastal Management) to September, referred to Committee of the Whole (7-1)
• Tabled Ordinance 2021-27 (Comprehensive Plan amendment near 4650 N. Douglas Hwy) indefinitely (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(B) appropriating $42,300 for tourism services (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08(b)(am)(A) appropriating $34,240 for JPD training (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-19 establishing Planning Commission as Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-31 authorizing property conveyance to DOT&PF for Douglas Highway project (unanimous)

Docks & Harbors Board

The board will conduct elections for the Chair and Vice-Chair positions. Members will also appoint standing and special committees. Additionally, the board will discuss bylaw reviews and planning goals.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of Standing Committee assignments
• Review of Docks & Harbors Bylaws
• Discussion of Board Planning and Goals

The board unanimously re-elected Don Etheridge as chair and Jim Becker as vice-chair. It also recognized Sara Boyd as Employee of the Quarter, approved the June 24 minutes, and made committee appointments. No substantive policy decisions were made; most discussion focused on future planning and reports.

• Re-elected Don Etheridge as Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Becker as Board Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved June 24, 2021 board minutes as presented
• Appointed Mark Ridgway as Operations/Planning Committee Chair and Lacey Derr as Vice Chair
• Appointed Bob Wostmann as Finance Sub-Committee Chair and David Larkin as Vice Chair
• Recognized Sara Boyd as Employee of the Quarter with $100 cash award

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct final value determinations for several property tax appeals. The board will also consider a late file appeal for Trucano Construction Co. Inc. These reviews involve assessed values for residential properties in Juneau.

• Late file appeal: Trucano Construction Co. Inc. (313 Carrol Way Unit A)
• Property value appeal: 8514 Evergreen Park Rd ($331,800 recommended)
• Property value appeal: 8751 N Douglas Hwy ($533,400 recommended)
• Property value appeal: 512 Sixth St ($438,700 recommended)

Assembly

The Assembly will hold a public hearing on Emergency Ordinance 2021-33 to reestablish COVID-19 mitigation strategies. The ordinance proposes extending current community measures until October 31, 2021, due to increased case activity and the Delta variant. The proposal includes lightened restrictions based on vaccination rates and a new 'level green' status.

• Public hearing for Emergency Ordinance 2021-33 regarding COVID-19 mitigation strategies
• Proposal to extend community mitigation measures until October 31, 2021

The Assembly adopted Emergency Ordinance 2021-33, extending the city's COVID-19 mitigation strategies through October 31, 2021, with amendments to remove a penalty section and adjust certain restrictions. The ordinance passed unanimously after public testimony, with some residents opposing the measures and others supporting them. The extension aims to address the recent spike in cases and the spread of the Delta variant.

• Adopted Emergency Ordinance 2021-33 extending COVID-19 mitigation strategies to Oct. 31 (unanimous)
• Struck Section 3(e) from the ordinance, removing penalty provisions (unanimous consent)
• Approved agenda as presented

Aquatics Board (Sunset Date 4/30/2023)

The Aquatics Board meeting consists of administrative items. The agenda includes a review of board terms and an annual report.

• Review of board terms
• Annual report
• Subcommittee reports

The Aquatics Board approved moving forward with a proposed one-time $100 application fee for commercial use of aquatics facilities, with the permit fee set at $0 and regular entry fees still applying to instructors and attendees. The motion passed without objection and will now go through a 21-day public comment period. The board also approved the June 22 meeting minutes and discussed operational updates, including extended hours at Augustus Brown during Dimond Park's maintenance closure.

• Approved commercial use fee proposal: $100 one-time application fee, $0 permit fee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 22 meeting (moved by Muldoon, seconded by Griffith)
• Added appointment of board chair, co-chair, and secretary to agenda under new business

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed text amendments regarding accessory apartments and the Alternative Development Overlay District. These revisions were recommended to the Assembly for approval. A request to reduce off-street parking spaces for a daycare expansion was postponed.

• Recommended text amendment for Accessory Apartments (Title 49 Section 49.25.510(k)) to the Assembly
• Recommended revisions to the Alternative Development Overlay District in downtown Juneau to the Assembly
• Postponed request to reduce off-street parking from 14 to 9 spaces for a daycare expansion

The Planning Commission approved a parking waiver for a daycare expansion at 4341 Windfall Avenue, reducing required spaces from 14 to 9. It also recommended the Assembly approve a text amendment to allow accessory apartments by director approval in certain zones, with a clarification for lots under 3,000 square feet. The commission forwarded revisions to the Alternative Development Overlay District (ADOD) with working amendments and recommended extending current ADOD regulations to August 1, 2022.

• Approved parking waiver PWP2021 0003 for daycare expansion at 4341 Windfall Avenue (no objection)
• Recommended Assembly approve accessory apartment text amendment AME2018 0001 with clarification for lots under 3,000 sq ft (no objection)
• Moved AME2018 0004 ADOD revisions to Assembly with working amendments (no objection)
• Recommended Assembly extend current ADOD regulations to August 1, 2022 (no objection)

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is meeting to continue outlining the criteria and process for reviewing city legislation. This includes a review of checklist forms and examples of past ordinances and resolutions.

• Continued work outlining legislation review criteria and process
• Review of Legislative Criteria Review Checklist Form v5
• Review of example ordinance and resolution checklists
• Review of specific legislative examples including Ord2019-06(E), Resolution 2882, and Resolution 2923

The Systemic Racism Review Committee held a work session to continue developing its legislation review criteria, reviewing example ordinances and resolutions with staff. No formal decisions were made; the committee discussed training needs and scheduled future sessions for August 10 and August 24, plus a meeting with the Assembly Committee of the Whole on August 30. The meeting was procedural and focused on preparation for future legislation reviews.

• Agenda approved as presented
• Minutes for June 22, June 29, and July 13 work sessions approved
• Scheduled training sessions for August 10 and August 24, 2021
• Scheduled meeting with Assembly Committee of the Whole for August 30, 2021

Docks & Harbors Board

The committee will discuss pile removal at the Auke Bay Loading Facility and parking at the Tanner Service Center, Inc. Douglas Harbor lot. The agenda also includes updates on grant applications and charter vessel rates at Statter Harbor.

• Pile removal at Auke Bay Loading Facility (ABLF)
• Parking at Tanner Service Center, Inc (Douglas Harbor Parking Lot)
• Status of Self-Propelled Hydraulic Boat Lift at Auke Bay Loading Facility
• Charter Vessel Rates at Statter Harbor
• July 4th fireworks impacts to harbor property

The Docks & Harbors Board voted unanimously not to remove five guide piles between the Auke Bay Loading Facility and Alaska Glacier Seafood, ending a proposal to allow barge operators to use the facility for rock transport. The board also approved sending a letter to Tanner Service Center requiring them to pay for parking/storage at Douglas Harbor. No other formal actions were taken; remaining items were informational discussions.

• Approved motion to NOT remove guide piles at Auke Bay Loading Facility (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to Tanner Service Center requiring payment for parking/storage at Douglas Harbor (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2021 meeting minutes as presented

Douglas Advisory Board

The Douglas Advisory Board will discuss several ongoing local service items. Topics include bus stops, park bathrooms, and recycling on Douglas Island. Members will also hear reports from various community committees.

• Bus stop at Crow Hill and Cordova St.
• Bathrooms at Savikko Park
• Douglas Island Cemeteries
• “Welcome To Douglas Island” Sign at Roundabout
• Recycling on Douglas Island

The Douglas Advisory Board (DAB) met on July 21, 2021, and approved the agenda and the minutes from the June 16 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on ongoing issues such as cemetery ownership, bus stop shelters, and recycling, with members agreeing to continue meeting via Zoom.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes of 6.16.21, as amended
• Agreed to continue meeting by Zoom until further notice

Juneau Commission on Aging

The meeting includes reports from subcommittees regarding assisted living, alternative housing, a master plan, and the caregiver workforce. The commission will also receive an update from the Assembly.

• Assisted Living/ Alternative Housing Subcommittee Update
• Master Plan Subcommittee Update
• Care-Giver Workforce Subcommittee Update
• Assembly update

The Juneau Commission on Aging (JCOA) did not have a quorum for its July 20, 2021 meeting and decided to cancel the regularly scheduled July meeting. The group discussed future meeting times, proposing no August meeting and a potential September 14th meeting. Subcommittee updates were provided on assisted living/alternative housing and a master plan, but no formal decisions were made.

• Cancelled regularly scheduled July meeting due to lack of quorum
• Proposed no August meeting
• Discussed potential September 14th meeting date (10:30-11:30 AM)

Assembly Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee

The committee will consider a request from Norwegian Cruise Line to lease tidelands and a request from Franklin Foods LLC to purchase city property at 139 S. Franklin St. Members will also receive updates on Title 49 Land Use Code amendments and housing initiatives.

• Norwegian Cruise Line tidelands lease request
• Franklin Foods LLC purchase request for 139 S. Franklin St.
• Title 49 Land Use Code/TPU updates
• Status of housing initiatives

The Lands, Housing and Economic Development Committee voted to recommend the Assembly work with Norwegian Cruise Line on a tidelands lease, as NCL is the only adjacent property owner. The committee also voted to forward Franklin Foods' request to purchase city property at 139 S. Franklin St. to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (PRAC) for review before Assembly consideration. A proposed amendment to skip PRAC and send the purchase directly to the Assembly failed. The committee discussed but took no action on Title 49 land use code updates.

• Approved motion to recommend Assembly work with Norwegian Cruise Line on tidelands lease per City Code 53.09.260
• Approved motion to forward Franklin Foods' purchase request for 139 S. Franklin St. to PRAC for review
• Rejected amendment to forward Franklin Foods' purchase request directly to the Assembly
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved June 7, 2021 draft minutes as presented

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

The committee will discuss ordinances regarding a rezone request for a 15-acre parcel near 4650 North Douglas Highway. The discussion includes changing the land use from D-15 to Light Commercial and amending the Comprehensive Plan density designation. A public hearing is scheduled for August 2, 2021.

• Rezoning of Channel View, Lot 1 near 4650 North Douglas Highway (Ord. 2021-26)
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for density change near 4650 North Douglas Highway (Ord. 2021-27)
• Discussion on Tourism Manager survey and VITF implementation

The Committee of the Whole directed the City Manager to draft an appropriation ordinance for $150,000 from Marine Passenger Fees to fund a new Tourism Manager position for FY22. The motion passed by unanimous consent. The committee also discussed two rezoning ordinances (2021-26 and 2021-27) but took no action, as they are scheduled for public hearing on August 2.

• Directed City Manager to draft appropriation ordinance for $150,000 Tourism Manager position using MPF funds (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved May 10, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes (unanimous)

Treadwell Arena Advisory Committee (Sunset Date 4/30/2023)

The committee will introduce members and assign board seats. Staff will also present reports regarding the arena reopening plan, rink schedules, concession room updates, and financial revenue and expenditures.

• Assignment of board seats
• Arena reopening plan report
• Rink schedule and upcoming season changes
• Concession room update
• Revenue and expenditure financial reports

The Treadwell Arena Advisory Board meeting was canceled because it lacked a quorum. Members present were newly elected and only reviewed the agenda and introduced themselves. No formal decisions were made, and the agenda and minutes were not approved.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Agenda not approved
• Minutes from March 16, 2021 not approved

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The committee will review solid waste plan recommendations and an ArtWorks presentation. It will also receive updates on community-wide energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions data. A report on contracts division activity from June 2 to July 15, 2021, is also scheduled.

• Solid Waste Plan Recommendations to Assembly
• ArtWorks Presentation
• Vote By Mail Elections Center update
• Community-wide energy usage and GHG emissions data update
• Contracts Division Activity Report (June 2, 2021 – July 15, 2021)

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The Public Works & Facilities Committee agreed to remove 'to Prolong the Life of the Landfill' from the long-term goal title, making it 'Reduce Waste Stream'. They also discussed adding mid-term goals focused on composting and expressed interest in updates on junk vehicles and involving outside organizations in future action items. No formal action items were approved.

• Agreed to change long-term goal title from 'Reduce Waste Stream to Prolong the Life of the Landfill' to 'Reduce Waste Stream'
• Discussed adding mid-term goals for composting as a pilot toward a Zero Waste Plan
• Expressed interest in an update on the junk vehicle program and abandoned vehicles
• Noted that outside organizations affected by future goals should be included in discussions

Eaglecrest Board

The committee will discuss memorial agreements for benches and a tree. The meeting also covers land conservation funds, land entitlements, and potential partners for development.

• Memorial bench request from Matthew Campbell
• Memorial tree request from Rosemarie Isett and Craig Lindh
• Memorial bench for Craig Lindh
• Land Water Conservation Fund Small Conversion
• Potential partners including Goldbelt Native Corporation and Alaska Permanent Fund Corp

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee voted unanimously to continue holding meetings via Zoom rather than returning to in-person meetings. The committee also approved the June 9, 2021 minutes and discussed updates on the Salmon Creek Dam, Silver Alerts, and upcoming exercises.

• Approved June 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Voted 13-0 to keep future LEPC meetings on Zoom, not in person
• Agreed to offer Red Cross cookies to City Hall
• Discussed Silver Alert system; Trooper Zito to investigate why a recent alert did not activate Wireless Emergency Alert

Building Code Advisory Committee

The Building Code Advisory Committee approved the July 7, 2021 minutes. Members reviewed the 2015 International Residential Code (IRC) chapters 10 and 11, deciding to keep most provisions but delete one section and renumber others. They also reported progress on reviewing various 2015 and 2018 codes, with no public comments or other business.

• Approved the July 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Kept 19.04.R1006.2 (Exterior air intake) as is
• Kept 19.04.N1101.1 (Energy efficiency scope) as is
• Renumbered 19.04.N1101.10 to 19.04.N1101.7 and kept it
• Renumbered 19.04.N1102.2.8 to 19.04.N1102.2.9 and kept it
• Renumbered 19.04.N1102.2.10 to 19.04.N1102.2.11 and kept it
• Deleted 19.04.N1103.3 (Energy efficiency mechanical systems) from Title 19
• Adjourned at 6:10 PM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a text amendment to the CBJ Land Use Code Title 49 to remove the lot depth requirement for all new lots borough-wide. The approval included two amendments: setting the maximum panhandle portion of a lot at 300 feet and adding 'street side' to the section on yard setbacks for substandard lots. The amended motion passed with no objection and will be recommended to the Assembly for adoption.

• Approved AME2021 0007 to remove lot depth requirements from Title 49, with amendments
• Amended section 49.15.423(A)(1)(c) to set panhandle length at 300 feet and delete the corresponding table
• Amended page 5 line 15 to add 'street side' to the text on reduced setbacks
• Adopted Special Covid Protocols for June 30 through August 23, 2021
• Suspended regular meeting protocols and adopted COVID Protocols for the meeting

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The Planning Commission received an update from Parks & Recreation on the Off Road Vehicle (ORV) and Montana Creek Recreation Master Plan. No formal decisions were made; the item was informational only. Potential ORV sites discussed included the 35-mile parcel and Montana Creek, with other sites mentioned but not discussed due to time.

• No formal decisions were made at this meeting.
• Received an update on the ORV and Montana Creek Recreation Master Plan from Parks & Recreation.
• Discussed potential ORV sites, including the 35-mile parcel and Montana Creek area.
• Noted that multiple ORV sites may be needed to meet different user group needs.
• Acknowledged that the issue may come before the Planning Commission as conditional use permits in the future.

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed several requests regarding stream buffers and pedestrian trails. It approved restoration for Duck Creek and trail work in Amalga Meadows and Switzer Creek. Revisions to the Alternative Development Overlay District were postponed.

• Approved Duck Creek stream bank and stream restoration (VAR2021 0004)
• Approved pedestrian trail relocation in Amalga Meadows (VAR2021 0005)
• Approved pedestrian trail relocation in Switzer Creek (VAR2021 0003)
• Failed to approve Duck Creek trail reconstruction (VAR2021 0007)
• Postponed revisions to the Alternative Development Overlay District (AME2018 0004)

The Planning Commission approved a modified variance for stream restoration at 3101 Mendenhall Loop Road, allowing a culvert but removing channelization, and denied a separate variance for Duck Creek trail reconstruction. It also approved variances for trail relocations at Amalga Meadows and Switzer Creek, and continued a Lemon Creek variance to September 28.

• Approved VAR2021 0004 with amendment: allowed culvert installation, removed stream channelization (Element 2), denied bank stabilization (Element 3).
• Denied VAR2021 0007 for Duck Creek trail reconstruction and revegetation, failing 4-2.
• Approved VAR2021 0005 for pedestrian trail relocation and revegetation at Amalga Meadows.
• Approved VAR2021 0003 for Switzer Creek trail relocation between 25-50 feet from stream.
• Continued VAR2021 0002 for Lemon Creek variance to September 28, 2021.
• Rejected appeal APL2021 0003, ruling it must go to Assembly, 1-5.

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is continuing its work to outline the process and criteria for reviewing legislation. This includes reviewing checklist forms and examples of past ordinances and resolutions.

• Reviewing Legislative Criteria Review Checklist Form v4
• Examining example review checklist forms for various ordinances/resolutions
• Reviewing examples of City and Borough of Juneau legislation, including Ord2019-06(E) and Resolution 2882

The Systemic Racism Review Committee met and continued developing its legislation review criteria, identifying two typos in the checklist form. The committee reviewed example ordinances and discussed the review process, including how much research is needed and how much advance notice members will have for upcoming legislation. The committee scheduled its next meetings for July 27 and August 10 and 24, all at 12:00 p.m. via Zoom.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Identified two typos in the legislative review checklist form (Step 1 item a and Step 2 item b) for correction.
• Reviewed example ordinances 2019-06(N) and 2020-20(b) as part of the continued work on the review process.
• Scheduled the next meeting for Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 12:00 p.m.
• Approved a motion to hold meetings on August 10 and 24, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. via Zoom.

Assembly

The Assembly will consider Resolution 2958(b) to support a federal RAISE grant application. This funding would cover the electrification of cruise ship docks owned by CBJ Docks and Harbors. The Assembly is asked to determine a maximum local match amount for the project.

• Resolution 2958(b) regarding federal RAISE grant support
• Estimated $21 million cost for dock electrification and power transformation

The Assembly approved Resolution 2958(b) supporting a RAISE grant application for electrification of cruise ship docks, with a nonbinding local match of $4.9 million (20% of the grant amount). An amendment to set the match at $3.5 million failed 4-3. The motion to set the match at $4.9 million passed 5-2.

• Approved Resolution 2958(b) supporting RAISE grant application for dock electrification (5-2)
• Set nonbinding local match at $4.9 million (20% of grant amount) (5-2)
• Rejected amendment to set match at $3.5 million (4-3)

Assembly

The Juneau Assembly is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions. These include the acceptance of up to $14 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds and appropriations for police training and summer tourism services.

• Ordinance introducing $34,240 for police training
• Ordinance appropriating $42,300 for tourism-related services
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of up to $14 million in ARPA funds
• Ordinance amending coastal management and habitat provisions
• Resolution for murals on the Marine Parking Garage

The Assembly voted 5-2 to include a $4.9 million local match (20% of the grant request) in the RAISE grant application for cruise ship dock electrification. An amendment to lower the match to $3.5 million failed 4-3. The match is non-binding but will be included in the grant application due by 1:00 p.m. that day.

• Adopted Resolution 2958(b) supporting RAISE grant application for dock electrification
• Approved $4.9 million local match commitment (5-2)
• Rejected amendment to set match at $3.5 million (4-3)

Assembly Human Resources Committee

The committee will consider various appointments to local advisory bodies. This includes seats for the Historic Resources Advisory Committee, the Juneau Human Rights Commission, and the Juneau Commission on Sustainability. The agenda also covers annual reports for two of these commissions.

• Appointments for three seats on the Historic Resources Advisory Committee
• Appointments for three seats on the Juneau Human Rights Commission
• Appointments for three full term and one unexpired seat on the Commission on Sustainability
• Annual report for the Juneau Human Rights Commission
• Annual report for the Juneau Commission on Sustainability

The Assembly Human Resources Committee recommended appointments to the Historic Resources Advisory Committee, Juneau Human Rights Commission, and Juneau Commission on Sustainability. All recommendations were approved by unanimous consent and will go to the full Assembly. The Juneau Commission on Sustainability annual report was postponed due to technical difficulties.

• Recommended reappointing Dorene Lorenz and Shannon Crossley and appointing Benjamin Huskinson to Historic Resources Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Recommended appointing Aidan Key and Summer Christiansen to one-year terms and Emily Mesch to full term on Juneau Human Rights Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointing Gretchen Keiser, Steve Behnke, Anjuli Grantham and appointing Colin Peacock to Juneau Commission on Sustainability (unanimous)
• Postponed Juneau Commission on Sustainability annual report to August 2, 2021 meeting

JNU Airport Board

The Juneau Airport Board reviewed the allocation of CARES Act funds for projects such as bag belt replacement and parking lot design. Staff provided updates on increasing passenger traffic and mechanical issues with $1.7 million in new plow trucks. The meeting also addressed federal mask mandate extensions and security badging system changes.

• Estimated $1,560,000 for bag belt replacement using CARES funds
• $108,000 allocated for Float Pond Phase 2 Design work
• Repairs for $1.7 million Oshkosh plow trucks scheduled for July
• Extension of federal mask mandate through September 13, 2021
• $50,000 approved for a property acquisition specialist

The Airport Board received correspondence from Alaska Seaplanes about the new north terminal not being ready for passenger operations, citing missing counters, data cabling, and scales. The Board took no action but directed staff to coordinate with the tenant and keep the Board updated. The Board also approved the June 10, 2021 meeting minutes and the agenda.

• Approved the minutes of the June 10, 2021 Board meeting by unanimous consent.
• Approved the agenda as submitted.
• Heard Alaska Seaplanes' concerns about the new terminal's readiness and directed staff to coordinate and report back.
• Noted the Airport's move to an online badging appointment system.
• Discussed ongoing issues with Oshkosh plow trucks, with a repair team expected the week of July 12.
• Reviewed the mask mandate at airports, still in effect until September 13.
• Noted the upcoming Airport Table Top Exercise on July 21 to review the Airport Emergency Plan.
• Heard that the Ramp Lighting Project may lose funding if not expended by September 30.

Building Code Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing progress on several building, plumbing, and electrical code updates. Members reported on the completion of various sections of the 2015 IBC, IRC, and NEC. New action items were introduced for the 2018 Code and 2020 NEC reviews.

• Progress reports on 2015 IBC, IRC, and NEC reviews
• New action item for 2018 Code Review
• New action item for 2020 NEC Review

The Building Code Advisory Committee approved the minutes from May 12, 2021, and continued its review of the 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC), deciding to keep most provisions while deleting or amending a few, such as removing clearance reduction rules for steam and hot water pipes. The committee also made progress on reviewing the 2015 codes, with members completing reviews of the Uniform Plumbing Code, International Property Maintenance Code, International Existing Building Code, National Electrical Code, and various chapters of the International Building Code and International Residential Code. No public comments were made, and no new business was discussed.

• Approved the May 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Kept most 2018 IMC provisions, including sections on heat recovery devices, clearances, and duct construction
• Deleted 19.07.308.12 on clearance reduction for steam and hot water pipes, as it is covered by the IMC
• Deleted 19.07.504.1 on clothes dryer exhaust installation and 19.07.505.1 on domestic kitchen exhaust equipment
• Amended 19.07.501.3 on exhaust discharge by deleting exceptions and adding to the second sentence
• Changed 19.07.403.3 and Table 403.3 numbering to 19.07.403.3.1.1
• Changed 19.07.511.1 to add text to the end of the paragraph instead of an exception
• Deleted item #6 in 19.07.601.5 on return air openings

Juneau Commission on Sustainability

The Commission on Sustainability will discuss Juneau Energy Data/Pathways and receive an update regarding the Federal RAISE Grant. The meeting also includes a presentation of the JCOS 2021 Annual Report.

• Juneau Energy Data/Pathways discussion
• Federal RAISE Grant Update
• JCOS 2021 Annual Report

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability approved its 2021-2022 Annual Report for submission to the Human Resources Committee. The commission also discussed draft recommendations for updating the greenhouse gas inventory, including exploring a fuel surcharge approach and hiring a consultant, and agreed to support the RAISE grant application for electrifying docks.

• Approved the 2021-2022 JCOS Annual Report to be passed to the Human Resources Committee.
• Discussed draft recommendations for updating the greenhouse gas inventory, including a fuel surcharge approach and hiring a consultant.
• Agreed to write a letter of support for the RAISE grant application to electrify CBJ's 16 B docks.
• Noted that the Docks & Harbor board approved applying for $25 million for a small cruise ship terminal and $2.6 million for a fishermen's terminal through the RAISE grants program.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss a new policy regarding Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Staff will also provide an update on the Thunder Mountain Bike Trails.

• Unmanned Aircraft Systems Policy discussion
• Thunder Mountain Bike Trails staff report

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee unanimously recommended that the Department adopt Policy No. 100-04 (Unmanned Aircraft Systems), which governs the department's use of drones for building inspections, energy surveys, and aerial photography. The policy does not affect public drone use on parklands. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Recommended adoption of Policy No. 100-04 (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) (unanimous)

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Planning Commission Title 49 Committee met virtually on July 1, 2021. The meeting included a discussion regarding proposed revisions to CBJ Code 49.70.310 under item AME2017-0001.

• Proposed Revisions to CBJ Code 49.70.310 (AME2017-0001)

The Title 49 Committee of the Juneau Planning Commission discussed proposed revisions to CBJ Code 49.70.310 regarding riparian buffer standards, including hazard tree cutting, buffer measurements, and view shed enhancements. No formal votes were taken on the ordinance changes; the committee directed staff to refine the language, consult with the Law Department on licensing and public safety definitions, and bring the revised draft to a Planning Commission Committee of the Whole meeting. The committee also discussed requiring a surveyor to stake the ordinary high water mark (OHWM) and creating separate sections for view shed and public safety uses.

• Approved the meeting agenda as noted.
• Directed staff to revise ordinance language on tree limb standards, buffer definitions, and nonconforming use restoration.
• Directed staff to consult with the Law Department on arborist licensing and public safety definitions.
• Agreed to send the revised ordinance to a Planning Commission Committee of the Whole meeting.
• Discussed requiring a surveyor to stake the OHWM, with no final decision made.
• Agreed to create separate ordinance sections for view shed and public safety uses.

Eaglecrest Board

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors will review manager reports including financial and summer capital project updates. The board also plans to schedule a Policy & Planning Committee meeting regarding fireworks policy recommendations and summer development.

• Summer Capital Project Update
• Scheduling of Policy & Planning Committee meeting for fireworks policy recommendations
• Review of Annual Board Timeline
• Approval of June 3rd Meeting Minutes

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors met July 1, 2021, and approved the agenda and June meeting minutes, with a correction to the March minutes regarding a motion on vendor work. Senator Jessie Kiehl presented a legislative memorandum honoring Craig Lindh. No substantive decisions were made; the board discussed committee roles, set a fall retreat date for the next meeting, and considered input on fireworks use at Eaglecrest.

• Approved the meeting agenda without changes
• Approved June meeting minutes
• Corrected and approved March meeting minutes regarding GM vendor motion details
• Discussed committee roles and asked members to express interest
• Planned to set fall retreat date at next monthly meeting
• Discussed potential August 12 meeting on fireworks use at Eaglecrest

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is continuing its work to outline the criteria and process for reviewing legislation. The committee will review checklist forms and examples of city ordinances and resolutions provided by City Attorney Rob Palmer.

• Outlining legislation review criteria and process
• Review of Legislative Criteria Review Checklist Form v3
• Review of example ordinances and resolutions, including Resolution 2882, 2898, and 2923

The Systemic Racism Review Committee continued work on its legislation review criteria, approving a motion to add an open space for questions or comments under step 5 of the checklist. The committee also discussed adding spaces for dissenting opinions and stakeholder notifications, and agreed to meet again on July 13 and July 27, 2021. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to add an open space for questions or comments under step 5 of the legislation review checklist.
• Agreed to meet on July 13, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. via Zoom.
• Added July 27, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. as an additional meeting date.

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Planning Commission Title 49 Committee is meeting virtually to discuss topics regarding parking and industrial office space. The agenda does not list specific motions, ordinances, or decisions for this meeting.

• Parking
• Industrial Office Space

The Title 49 Committee of the Juneau Planning Commission met to discuss proposed changes to parking and loading space requirements in the zoning code, but took no formal votes. Members agreed on several points, including setting mobile food vendor parking at zero and adjusting loading space thresholds, but these are recommendations for further discussion. The committee also discussed deleting Note S to allow office space in all Industrial zones, but deferred action pending further conversation.

• Agreed to set mobile food vendor parking requirement to zero everywhere
• Agreed to set loading space threshold at 6,000 square feet and remove second space requirement in parking district
• Agreed to recommend deleting Note S to allow office space in all Industrial zones, pending further discussion
• Agreed to have staff reach out to schools and UAS about parking needs
• Agreed to move childcare parking requirement into the table with a note that it cannot be varied

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks and Harbors Board will consider reducing tour sales permit fees to $1500 for certain companies. The meeting also includes discussions on increasing dockage fees and guide pile removal at Auke Bay Loading Facility.

• Reduction of tour sales permit fee to $1500 for specific companies
• Proposal to increase dockage fees under 05 CBJAC 15.030
• Guide pile removal option for Auke Bay Loading Facility
• Gill net recycling challenges at CBJ RecycleWorks
• Communication regarding the CBJ Fireworks Ordinance

The Docks and Harbors Board approved a consent agenda that reduced the tour sales permit fee to $1,500 for the remainder of 2021 for companies permitted in 2019, and approved forwarding a letter to the City Manager to re-engage discussion on increasing dockage fees. The board also discussed but did not vote on a comprehensive fee review, guide pile removal at Auke Bay, and other items.

• Approved the agenda as amended, removing the recognition of outgoing board members.
• Approved the May 27, 2021 Board minutes and June 7, 2021 Finance Sub-Committee minutes as presented.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the fee reduction for tour sales permits to $1,500 for the remainder of CY2021 for companies permitted in CY2019.
• Approved forwarding a letter to the CBJ Manager to re-engage discussion on increasing dockage fees under 05 CBJAC 15.030.

Assembly

This special assembly meeting focuses on filling vacancies on local boards. The Assembly will address appointments for the Docks and Harbors Board and the Eaglecrest Board.

• Docks and Harbors Board Appointments
• Eaglecrest Board Appointments

The Juneau Assembly held a special meeting and approved appointments to two boards. James Becker, Matthew Leither, and Paul Grant were appointed to the Docks & Harbors Board, and Michael Satre and Mark Rainery were appointed to the Eaglecrest Board, all for terms running from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2024. Both motions passed by unanimous consent with no public comment.

• Appointed James Becker, Matthew Leither, and Paul Grant to Docks & Harbors Board (unanimous consent)
• Appointed Michael Satre and Mark Rainery to Eaglecrest Board (unanimous consent)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing text amendments to establish Neighborhood Commercial and Mixed Use 3 zoning districts. The agenda also includes proposals for landscaping purpose statements and the creation of an Auke Bay Overlay District. Staff recommendations include forwarding several items to the Assembly for approval.

• Proposed Neighborhood Commercial and Mixed Use 3 zoning districts (AME2020 0001)
• Text amendment for landscaping and vegetative cover purpose statements (AME2020 0002)
• Rezoning proposal for a portion of the Auke Bay Center (AME2015 0010)
• Creation of the Auke Bay Overlay District (AME2021 0006)

The Planning Commission met and heard four proposed zoning text amendments, but took no final action. The items were reordered to be heard together and were continued as unfinished business to the regular meeting immediately following. No votes were taken on the proposals.

• Reordered the agenda to hear all four zoning items together, motion passed with no objection.
• Heard AME2020 0001, a text amendment to create Neighborhood Commercial and Mixed Use 3 zoning districts; no action taken.
• Heard AME2020 0002, a text amendment to add landscaping and vegetative cover purpose statements; no action taken.
• Heard AME2015 0010, a rezone proposal for the Auke Bay Center; no action taken.
• Heard AME2021 0006, a text amendment to create the Auke Bay Overlay District; no action taken.
• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:57 p.m., continuing all items as unfinished business to the regular meeting.

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is continuing its work to outline the criteria and process for reviewing legislation. The meeting includes a review of checklist forms and example legislation.

• Outlining legislation review criteria and process
• Review of SRRC Review Checklist Form v3

The Systemic Racism Review Committee continued refining its legislation review checklist, using a 2019 ordinance as a practice example. Members suggested removing a redundant step, adding links to public comments, and starting with simpler ordinances next time. No formal decisions were made; the committee scheduled additional work sessions for June 29 and July 13.

• Agenda approved as presented
• Removed 2nd block in Step Four of review checklist (suggested by Chair Worl)
• Staff to fill out Step Two sections e-h on checklist
• Added June 29 and July 13 as work session dates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed amendments to the Land Use Code, including proposals regarding coastal management and the Board of Adjustment. The commission also addressed a slope stabilization project at Cope Park and a variance request near Lemon Creek.

• Proposal to replace the Board of Adjustment with the Planning Commission (AME2021 0005)
• Amendments to Coastal Management and Habitat sections of the Land Use Code (AME2021 0004)
• City project review for slope stabilization at Cope Park (CSP2021 0002)
• Variance request for construction within Lemon Creek buffers (VAR2021 0002)
• Postponement of accessory apartment text amendments to July 27, 2021 (AME2018 0001)

The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to reject AME2021 0006, which would have created the Auke Bay Overlay District, and voted 6-1 to reject AME2015 0010, a related zoning amendment. The commission also approved several other items, including a coastal management amendment and a variance for construction near Lemon Creek, though the variance was later denied. The meeting included public testimony against the Auke Bay proposals.

• Rejected AME2021 0006 Auke Bay Overlay District (7-0)
• Rejected AME2015 0010 zoning amendment (6-1)
• Approved AME2021 0005 to repeal Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved AME2021 0004 coastal management amendment (unanimous)
• Postponed AME2018 0001 accessory apartments to July 27 (5-1)
• Denied VAR2021 0002 variance for Lemon Creek buffer (2-4)
• Approved CSP2021 0002 Cope Park slope stabilization (unanimous)
• Affirmed compliance order ENF2021 0015 (unanimous)

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The Juneau Human Rights Commission held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions on the agenda. The only concrete action was setting the next meeting for July 13, 2021.

• Next meeting scheduled for July 13, 2021
• Deb Etheridge and Tristan Knutson-Lombardo from SAIL were present

The commission heard presentations from SAIL and ORCA about disability services and accessibility, including taxi voucher programs and adaptive recreation. No formal votes or decisions were made; the commission agreed to cancel its July meeting due to lack of quorum and tentatively scheduled its next meeting for August 10, 2021. The annual report was completed and is tentatively scheduled for presentation to the Human Resource Committee on July 12, 2021.

• Agreed to cancel July 2021 meeting due to lack of quorum
• Tentatively scheduled next commission meeting for August 10, 2021
• Completed annual report during the meeting
• Tentatively scheduled annual report presentation to Human Resource Committee on July 12, 2021

Aquatics Board (Sunset Date 4/30/2023)

The Aquatics Board will review March meeting minutes and receive a staff report. New business includes discussions regarding board member terms and a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update.

• Approval of March meeting minutes
• Discussion of board member terms
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update
• Review of commercial use regulations
• Subcommittee reports

The Aquatics Board directed staff to begin the public comment process for updated commercial use regulations for aquatics facilities. The board also heard updates on pool attendance recovery, summer swim lessons, and the upcoming Augustus Brown Pool renovation. No final regulations were adopted at this meeting.

• Instructed staff to proceed with public comment process for commercial use regulations (no objection)
• Approved minutes from April 27 meeting

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee will consider two items for action. These include a CIP transfer request for Capital Avenue reconstruction and the Elizabeth Peratrovich Mural at the South Side Marine Parking Garage.

• Capital Avenue Reconstruction CIP Transfer Request
• Elizabeth Peratrovich Mural South Side Marine Parking Garage

The Public Works & Facilities Committee voted to forward a $100,000 transfer request for the Capital Avenue Reconstruction project to the full Assembly for approval. The committee also accepted a proposal to add a public art mural by Crystal Worl to the south side of the Marine Parking Garage, funded by a Rasmussen Foundation grant with a Sealaska Foundation match. Both motions passed without objection.

• Approved forwarding the $100,000 Capital Avenue Reconstruction CIP transfer request to the full Assembly
• Accepted the Elizabeth Peratrovich Mural proposal for the south side of the Marine Parking Garage

Rules & Procedures Committee (Sunset June 2021)

The Rules & Procedures Committee met virtually on June 18, 2021. The meeting agenda focused on discussing updates to the rules of order.

• Rules of Order Updates

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee and Juneau Human Rights Commission are holding a joint training workshop. The agenda includes an overview of committee roles and responsibilities, discussions on equity-related policies, and activities regarding bias and shared language.

• Overview of SRRC and JHRC roles and responsibilities
• Discussion on equity-related policies
• Training on racial, disability, and gender micro-aggressions

Docks & Harbors Board

The committee will consider a motion to reduce tour sales permit fees for certain companies due to economic hardship. Members will also discuss dockage fee next steps and updates on the Auke Bay Loading Facility.

• Motion to reduce Tour Sales Permit fee to $1500 for specific companies
• Discussion regarding next steps for dockage fees
• Update on Auke Bay Loading Facility needs
• Planning for Aurora Harbor Phase III
• Impact of Fireworks Ordinance on harbor facilities

The committee approved reducing the tour sales permit fee from $30,000 to $1,500 for the remainder of the 2021 cruise season, limited to companies that held permits in 2019, citing economic hardship. They also discussed a draft letter to the City Manager about dockage fee delays, potential removal of guide piles at Auke Bay, and a possible comprehensive fee study, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved reducing tour sales permit fee to $1,500 for CY2021 for companies permitted in CY2019 (unanimous)
• Appointed sub-committee (Etheridge, Larkin, Ridgway) to draft letter on dockage fee delay
• Discussed Auke Bay guide pile removal, no action taken
• Discussed drafting RFP for comprehensive fee study, no action taken
• Discussed Aurora Harbor Phase III planning, no action taken
• Noted fireworks ordinance not passed by Assembly, no action taken

Douglas Advisory Board

The Douglas Island Advisory Board will discuss several unfinished business items, including cemetery management and recycling on the island. The meeting also includes reports from various local agencies and a discussion regarding future meeting formats.

• Discussion of Douglas Island Cemeteries
• Discussion of 'Welcome To Douglas Island' sign at Roundabout
• Discussion of recycling on Douglas Island
• Discussion of bus stop at Crow Hill and Cordova St.
• Discussion regarding future meeting formats (Zoom vs. in-person)

The Douglas Advisory Board approved its agenda and May minutes, and agreed to continue meeting by Zoom rather than in person. The board discussed the lack of Assembly funding for Douglas Island cemeteries and plans to draft a letter about Savikko Park bathrooms. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved the agenda for the June 16, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the May 19, 2021 minutes, as amended.
• Agreed to continue meeting by Zoom, with no objection, and revisit in-person meetings later.

Historic Resources Advisory Committee

The Historic Resources Advisory Committee will review the 2020 Annual Report. The committee is also scheduled to discuss a proposed master plan for Deckhand Dave.

• Review of 2020 Annual Report
• Deckhand Dave's proposed master plan

The Historic Resources Advisory Committee met on June 16, 2021, to review the 2020 annual report and Deckhand Dave's proposed master plan. The minutes do not record any formal decisions or votes on these items. The meeting was held via Zoom, and the next meeting was scheduled for July 7, 2021.

• No formal decisions were recorded in the June 16, 2021 minutes.
• The committee reviewed the 2020 annual report, which was prepared for the Alaska Office of History and Archaeology.
• The committee reviewed Deckhand Dave's proposed master plan, but no action was recorded.
• The agenda was approved as is, and the May minutes were approved unanimously.
• No public comment was made during the meeting.

Juneau Commission on Aging

The Juneau Commission on Aging (JCOA) approved its agenda and the minutes from the March meeting. The assembly liaison reported that mail-in elections were officially approved, and cruise ship initiatives will not be on the fall ballot due to insufficient signatures. The city manager will enter port agreements with cruise companies, and CBJ declined a $2 million gift from Norwegian Cruise Lines over impartiality concerns. The commission also finalized distribution of a senior survey postcard and flyer, and discussed a home-sharing program for seniors as a potential future initiative.

• Approved the meeting agenda with unanimous consent.
• Approved the March meeting minutes with unanimous consent.
• Finalized the postcard, flyer, and distribution list for the senior survey; JEDC will add a survey link and begin distribution.
• Discussed a home-sharing program for seniors, noting a feasibility study and grant funding through a non-profit umbrella entity would be needed.
• Heard that CBJ declined a $2 million gift from Norwegian Cruise Lines due to impartiality concerns.
• Heard that the mill rate was lowered by 10 points and capital park improvements will start this year.

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee is continuing its work to outline criteria and a process for reviewing legislation. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 1, 2021, work session.

• Continued work outlining legislation review criteria and process
• Approval of June 1, 2021, SRRC Work Session Minutes

Assembly Human Resources Committee

The committee is considering appointments to the Utility Advisory Board and Bidding Review Board. Staff also requested guidance on scheduling Empowered Board interviews and extending the Airport Board application period.

• Utility Advisory Board appointments for two seats
• Bidding Review Board appointments for one incumbent and one vacancy
• Guidance on combining Empowered Board interviews into one evening
• Proposal to extend the Airport Board application period

The Assembly Human Resources Committee approved forwarding two appointment recommendations to the full Assembly. Andrew Campbell and Geoffrey Larson were recommended for reappointment to the Utility Advisory Board for terms running June 1, 2021 through May 31, 2024. Stephen Sorensen was recommended for reappointment to the Bidding Review Board for a term ending May 31, 2024, and Jason Soza was recommended for appointment to an unexpired term ending May 31, 2023. The committee also discussed extending the Airport Board application period and proposed June 23, 2021 for combined Docks & Harbors and Eaglecrest Board interviews.

• Approved forwarding UAB reappointments of Andrew Campbell and Geoffrey Larson to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Bidding Review Board reappointment of Stephen Sorensen to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Bidding Review Board appointment of Jason Soza to unexpired term (unanimous)
• Recommended extending Airport Board application period until next HRC meeting
• Proposed June 23, 2021 for combined Docks & Harbors and Eaglecrest Board interviews

Assembly

The Juneau Assembly is reviewing ordinances to fund Capital School Park reconstruction and extend shelter services at the JACC. The meeting also includes discussions on updating election procedures and authorizing agreements for cruise ships to visit the port. Additionally, the Assembly will consider bid awards for transit and hospital site improvements.

• Ordinance 2020-09(BA): Up to $550,000 for Capital School Park reconstruction
• Resolution 2957: Port agreements for cruise ships with vaccination requirements
• Bid Award BE20-268: $1,948,216 for Capital Transit Valley Transfer Station
• Ordinance 2021-24: Amending traffic fine for driving without a license to $300
• Resolution 2958: Support for $21 million federal grant for dock electrification

The Assembly Human Resources Committee approved forwarding two appointment recommendations to the full Assembly. It recommended reappointing Andrew Campbell and Geoffrey Larson to the Utility Advisory Board for terms from June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2024. It also recommended reappointing Stephen Sorensen and appointing Jason Soza to the Bidding Review Board. The committee also discussed extending the Airport Board application period and scheduling board interviews.

• Approved forwarding the reappointment of Andrew Campbell and Geoffrey Larson to the Utility Advisory Board for terms beginning June 1, 2021 and ending May 31, 2024.
• Approved forwarding the reappointment of Stephen Sorensen to the Bidding Review Board for a term beginning June 1, 2021 and ending May 31, 2024.
• Approved forwarding the appointment of Jason Soza to the Bidding Review Board for an unexpired term beginning immediately and ending May 31, 2023.
• Recommended extending the Airport Board application period until the next HRC meeting.
• Recommended combining Docks & Harbors Board and Eaglecrest Board interviews and appointments into one evening meeting, with June 23, 2021 proposed as the date.

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Juneau Planning Commission Title 49 Committee is holding a virtual meeting to review agenda topics. The scheduled discussions include parking and lot depth.

• Parking
• Lot Depth

The Title 49 Committee voted to forward ordinance AME20210007, which would remove lot depth requirements for new lots, to the full Planning Commission for approval, incorporating comments from the meeting. The committee also discussed parking and ADA requirements, with staff to research options and report back. No final decisions were made on parking or ADA.

• Approved forwarding AME20210007 to the full Planning Commission, with noted comments.
• Agreed to continue discussion on parking and ADA requirements at a future meeting.
• Set next meeting for June 24, 2021, to discuss parking.
• Scheduled a joint meeting with the Assembly Lands Committee for July 19 or August 9, 2021.

JNU Airport Board

The board is reviewing updates to the Airport Fund Balance and CARES/CRRSAA funds, including proposed uses for tenant rent relief and operational expenses. Discussion includes options for transitioning from Zoom meetings to in-person formats. The agenda also covers an accidental chemical discharge near Jordan Creek and terminal construction updates.

• $25,158,478 in CARES/CRRSAA grant awards and proposed uses for operational expenses
• Accidental discharge of 2.25 gallons of AFFF chemical concentrate near Jordan Creek
• Public comment period for Egan/Yandukin Intersection Improvements Project until June 16, 2021
• Update on terminal reconstruction and upcoming changes to main entrance access

The Juneau Airport Board approved the May 13, 2021 meeting minutes and the agenda as published. The board heard the Airport Manager's report, including updates on CARES/CRRSAA fund balances, an accidental AFFF foam discharge, and terminal construction progress. No formal decisions were made on new business items; the board concurred to continue Zoom meetings for now.

• Approved the minutes of the May 13, 2021, Board meeting by unanimous consent.
• Approved the agenda as published.
• Concurred to continue holding meetings via Zoom for the next few months.
• Noted the $108K Float Pond Design was placed in the Capital Revolving Account pending federal reimbursement.
• Heard that the CARES/CRRSAA fund balance is estimated at $13.57M for FY22 end, with $98K needing accounting for concessions rent.
• Staff is preparing a prioritized wish list of non-federally funded projects for CARES Act consideration.
• Noted an accidental AFFF discharge of about 2.25 gallons near Jordan Creek; DEC was notified and a separate letter on cleanup and fines is forthcoming.
• Heard that terminal relocation is targeted for August 5, 2021, barring further change orders.

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The committee will review a hospital hazard and vulnerability assessment and the new Tier II reporting system. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 vaccination clinics and discussions regarding Silver Alerts.

• Hospital Hazard & Vulnerability Assessment presentation
• New Tier II Reporting System (E-Plan) presentation
• Silver Alerts discussion
• UAS Onsite/Mobile COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic update
• Salmon Creek Dam training exercises

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee met virtually and approved the May 12, 2021 minutes. No formal action items were taken; the meeting consisted of reports on COVID-19 vaccination progress, a hospital hazard assessment, a new chemical reporting system, and upcoming training exercises.

• Approved May 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• No action items were presented or voted on

Youth Activities Board

The Youth Activities Board will discuss changes to Youth Activity Contingency applications and review grant scoring. The meeting also includes approval of April 21, 2021 minutes and reports from PRAC and JAHC liaisons.

• Youth Activity Contingency Application Changes
• Grant Scoring Discussion
• Approval of April 21, 2021 minutes
• PRAC liaison report
• JAHC liaison report

The board approved changes to the contingency grant application form, adding language that youth qualify by competition or formal invitation to advanced-level events, with final determination at the board's discretion. They also formed a sub-committee to develop an electronic grant scoring worksheet. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Amended contingency grant application form (unanimous)
• Formed grant scoring sub-committee (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Juneau Planning Commission met to approve various development permits and parking waivers. Several text amendments regarding zoning and the Auke Bay Overlay District were postponed until June 22nd. The commission also scheduled a compliance hearing for enforcement case ENF2021 0015.

• Approval of conditional use permit for an accessory apartment in a landslide/avalanche area
• Approval of parking waiver for a single-family dwelling and accessory apartment
• Approval of three alternative development permits to reduce yard setbacks
• Postponement of zoning amendments for Neighborhood Commercial and Mixed Use 3 districts
• Postponement of Auke Bay Overlay District text amendment

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit, a parking waiver, and three alternative development permits for a single-family dwelling with an accessory apartment at 275 Irwin Street. The commission also heard an appeal regarding noncompliant apartment units but did not make a decision, entering executive session to deliberate. Several agenda items were postponed to June 22, 2021.

• Approved conditional use permit USE2021 0004 for accessory apartment at 275 Irwin Street (no objection)
• Approved parking waiver PWP2021 0001 waiving three required parking spaces (no objection)
• Approved alternative development permits ADP2021 0001, ADP2021 0002, ADP2021 0003 for setback reductions (no objection)
• Postponed items AME2020 0001, AME2020 0002, AME2015 0010, AME2021 0005 to June 22, 2021
• Heard appeal APL2021 0001 regarding noncompliant apartment units; no decision made, entered executive session

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The Juneau Human Rights Commission met to complete its annual report. This report is intended for presentation to the Assembly.

• Finalization of the Annual Report for the Assembly

The Juneau Human Rights Commission approved minutes and the agenda as amended, moving the annual report discussion to the June 22 meeting. They discussed plans for a community event, possibly named 'Community Voices' or 'Seed the Future,' to gather public input on human rights issues, with details like venue, food, and surveys still to be finalized. No formal decisions were made on the event.

• Approved minutes as submitted
• Approved agenda as amended, moving annual report to June 22 meeting

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The committee will review Juneau International Airport maintenance projects funded by CARES Act funds. Members will also consider a donation for Capitol Park. The agenda includes updates on solid waste conversations and the Contracts Division activity report.

• Juneau International Airport Maintenance Projects (CARES funded)
• Capitol Park Donation
• Next steps for Solid Waste conversation
• Contracts Division Activity Report (May 5, 2021 to June 1, 2021)

The Public Works & Facilities Committee forwarded three funding items to the full Assembly: up to $1.56 million for airport baggage conveyor system replacement, up to $600,000 for airport parking lot design, and acceptance of a $550,000 donation for Capitol Park reconstruction. The committee also discussed landfill odor issues and directed staff to develop a plan for solid waste management.

• Forwarded $1.56M airport baggage conveyor replacement appropriation (unanimous)
• Forwarded $600K airport parking lot design appropriation (unanimous)
• Forwarded $550K Capitol Park donation acceptance (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop solid waste problem statement and action plan

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

This worksession includes discussions on updating compensation for city officials and establishing requirements for cruise ships to visit Juneau. The committee will also review a draft ordinance regarding travel marketing services and a resolution defining Assembly Liaison roles. Public testimony will not be taken at this meeting.

• Ordinance 2021-20: Sets Mayor pay at $3,500/month and Assemblymembers at $750/month.
• Resolution 2957: Authorizes port agreements for cruise ships with specific vaccination requirements.
• Travel Marketing Ordinance: Proposes changing marketing services from a grant to a competitive solicitation.
• Resolution 2949: Discusses the definition of Assembly Liaison roles.

The Committee of the Whole forwarded Resolution 2957 to the full Assembly for consideration at the June 14 meeting, authorizing the City Manager to sign a port agreement with cruise lines under CDC requirements, including a 90% passenger vaccination threshold. The committee also forwarded Ordinance 2021-20, as amended, to set compensation for the Mayor at $3,500/month, Assemblymembers at $750/month, and Planning Commission and Hospital Board members at $225/month, with a five-year review cycle. A motion to refer a draft travel marketing ordinance to the LHEDC passed 5-4. The committee approved a resolution of support for the RAISE Grant and discussed the Systemic Racism Review Committee's draft legislative review criteria.

• Forwarded Resolution 2957 to full Assembly for June 14 action (unanimous consent)
• Forwarded Ordinance 2021-20 as amended to full Assembly (unanimous consent)
• Referred draft travel marketing ordinance to LHEDC (5-4 vote)
• Approved motion to put RAISE Grant resolution of support on agenda (unanimous consent)
• Adopted amendments to Resolution 2949 changing liaison language (unanimous consent)
• Forwarded Resolution 2949 to full Assembly (unanimous consent)
• Adopted amendment to review compensation every five years (unanimous consent)
• Rejected amendment to set future compensation at $4,000/$1,000 per month (4-5 vote)

Docks & Harbors Board

The Finance Sub-Committee is reviewing proposals to increase live-aboard fees and dockage reservation fees. Members will also discuss the potential hiring of a consulting firm for a rate study. This study would address facility maintenance, capital investments, and fee structures.

• Proposal to increase Residence Surcharge (Live-aboard Fees)
• Proposal to increase Dockage Charges (Reservation Fee)
• Consideration of retaining a consulting firm for a rate study
• Discussion regarding the North Douglas boat ramp and harbor security

The Finance Sub-Committee discussed a proposed fee for vendor booth sales, with suggestions ranging from $1,500 to $3,000 per permit, but took no formal action. They also discussed the live-aboard fee increase proposal, considering a CPI-based increase and additional surcharges, but made no final decision. The committee agreed to draft a memo to the City Manager and Assembly regarding the reservation fee increase and to consider a rate study.

• Approved agenda as amended to add vendor booth fee discussion
• Approved May 17, 2021 meeting minutes as presented
• Discussed vendor booth fee, no formal action taken
• Discussed live-aboard fee increase, no formal action taken
• Agreed to draft memo on reservation fee increase to City Manager and Assembly

Assembly Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee

The Lands, Housing, & Economic Development Committee will discuss utility and park easement requests. The committee will also receive verbal updates regarding Title 49 and housing initiatives.

• Valley Transit Center Utility Easement Request
• Cope Park Easement
• Lot Depth
• Status of Title 49 Updates
• Status of Housing Initiatives

The Lands, Housing & Economic Development Committee passed motions of support for two utility easements: one for the Valley Transit Center and one for slope stabilization at Cope Park. The committee also directed the City Manager to send a Title 49 code change to the Planning Commission that would delete lot depth as a governing criteria, and requested a future presentation on other lot dimensional standards.

• Approved motion of support for Valley Transit Center utility easement (unanimous)
• Approved motion of support for Cope Park drainage easement to owners of 101 and 747 Goldbelt Ave (unanimous)
• Directed City Manager to send Title 49 code change deleting lot depth to Planning Commission (passed)
• Directed presentation at next meeting on other lot dimensional standards (passed)

Eaglecrest Board

The Eaglecrest Board of Directors will review the end of season financial report and final budget approval. The board also plans to approve pricing for Fiscal Year 2021. Additionally, members will discuss board member attributes for Assembly.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2021 Pricing
• Final Budget Approval
• End of Season Financial Report
• General Manager’s Annual Performance Evaluation
• Review of Board Member attributes for Assembly

Assembly

The Assembly will consider Ordinance 2021-23 to amend the City and Borough of Juneau Elections Code. The proposed changes would remove the witness signature requirement for by-mail ballots and add a personal identifier requirement. The City Manager recommends introducing this ordinance for a public hearing at the next regular meeting.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2021-23 to amend the Elections Code
• Removal of witness signature requirement on by-mail return ballot envelopes
• Requirement for voters to add one personal identifier on return ballot envelopes
• Addition of a privacy flap over voter signature and identification portions of the envelope

The Juneau Assembly introduced Ordinance 2021-23, which amends the municipal elections code to remove the witness signature requirement for mail-in ballots and instead require a personal identifier and a privacy flap for voter signature and identification. The ordinance was set for a public hearing at the next regular Assembly meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Introduced Ordinance 2021-23 amending elections code (unanimous, no objection)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 2021-23 at next regular Assembly meeting

Assembly Finance Committee

The Assembly Finance Committee will discuss the renewal of a 3% temporary sales tax and taxation of services delivered outside Juneau. The committee will also review incentives for online sales tax filing and receive an update on mandatory real estate sales price disclosure.

• Renewal of 3% Temporary Sales Tax (Ord 2021-17)
• Sales taxation of services delivered out of Juneau
• Incentive for online filing of sales taxes (Ord 2021-XX)
• Update on mandatory real estate sales price disclosure
• Bond refinancing update

The Assembly Finance Committee unanimously forwarded Ordinance 2021-17 to renew the 3% temporary sales tax to the full Assembly for public hearing. The committee also directed staff to draft an ordinance exempting services delivered outside Juneau from sales tax, and to introduce an ordinance incentivizing online sales tax filing. No final decisions were made on these items; they are pending further review.

• Forwarded Ordinance 2021-17 (3% temporary sales tax renewal) to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance exempting services delivered outside borough from sales tax (unanimous)
• Directed staff to introduce online filing incentive ordinance on August 2 (unanimous)
• Kept mandatory real estate sales price disclosure discussion in committee for more information (unanimous)

Juneau Commission on Sustainability

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability will discuss background information regarding Integrated Resource Planning. The agenda also includes updates on the Federal RAISE Grant and recent sessions regarding solid waste.

• Integrated Resource Planning background info
• Recap of Solid Waste Sustainability Session
• Federal RAISE Grant Update
• Assembly PWFC June 7th meeting regarding Solid Waste

The Juneau Commission on Sustainability discussed an Integrated Resource Plan for local utilities, noting it would be a public-driven document but not legally required. The commission voted to allow Chair Gretchen Keiser to write a letter to the Committee of the Whole, reviewed by Steve Behnke, urging more work on the federal RAISE grant application draft. No other formal decisions were made; the annual report draft is pending review.

• Approved motion to send letter to Committee of the Whole on RAISE grant (unanimous)
• Discussed Integrated Resource Plan as non-binding 'IRP light' for Juneau
• Annual report draft to be circulated for feedback and posted online

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and liaisons. The agenda includes recommendations for Cope Park and Auke Bay beach access easement applications. The committee will also consider the memorial bench policy and a Juneau Capital Fund Grant.

• Chair and liaison elections
• Cope Park easement application recommendation
• Auke Bay Beach Access easement application recommendation
• Memorial Bench Policy recommendation
• Juneau Capital Fund Grant recommendation

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee recommended the Assembly approve an easement for Helen & Albert Clough to stabilize a slope in Cope Park, and recommended the Department adopt a memorial bench policy. The committee took no action on a permanent easement request from Peak Construction for a driveway on a beach access parcel in Auke Bay, referring it back to the applicant and staff for a more refined proposal. The committee also recommended the Assembly accept up to $550,000 from the Juneau Capitol Fund for the Capital School Park improvement project.

• Approved minutes from May 4, 2021
• Elected Chris Mertl as Chair, Will Muldoon as Co-Chair, Josh Anderson as 2nd Chair (all unanimous)
• Recommended Assembly approve Cope Park easement for slope stabilization (unanimous)
• Took no action on Auke Bay Beach Access easement; referred back for more work
• Recommended adoption of Policy No. 700-001 Memorial Benches (unanimous)
• Recommended Assembly accept $550,000 from Juneau Capitol Fund for Capital School Park (unanimous)

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee held a work session to continue outlining the criteria and process for reviewing legislation. The committee also reviewed draft minutes from May 8 and May 18, 2021. No public testimony was taken during this meeting.

• Outlining legislation review criteria & process
• Review of May 8 and May 18 draft minutes

The Systemic Racism Review Committee continued work on its legislative review criteria, discussing a consolidated draft checklist and considering amendments to specific steps, including the 50% non-white population threshold. The committee agreed to move the draft criteria to the Assembly for review at the June 7 joint meeting, with plans to begin reviewing legislation in July. No formal votes were taken; the session was a work session focused on discussion and refinement.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes from May 8 and May 18 work sessions
• Agreed to move draft legislative review criteria to Assembly for review at June 7 joint meeting
• Planned to use June 15 work session for a practice run on sample legislation
• Discussed amending Step Two(c) threshold of >50% non-white population
• Discussed consolidating similar steps in the review criteria

Planning Commission Title 49 Committee

The Title 49 Committee met to address revisions to the Stream Buffer Code. The committee also reviewed draft minutes from February 18, 2021, and April 1, 2021.

• Stream Buffer Code Revisions
• Approval of February 18, 2021, draft minutes
• Approval of April 1, 2021, draft minutes

The Title 49 Committee held a discussion-only meeting on proposed stream buffer code revisions. No formal decisions were made; the committee provided feedback and directed staff to revise the draft ordinance. The next meeting was scheduled for June 10, 2021, to address parking.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved February 18, 2021 minutes with minor corrections
• Approved April 1, 2021 minutes with minor corrections
• Scheduled next meeting for June 10, 2021

Docks & Harbors Board

The Board moved to set a June 24 public hearing regarding special cruise ship dockage fees for 2021. Discussion items include consulting support for a potential harbor rate study and a dock electrification study briefing. The meeting also covers tideland conveyance near Franklin Dock.

• Public hearing set for June 24 regarding cruise ship promotional fees
• Discussion on consulting support for a potential harbor rate study
• Briefing on the dock electrification study
• Update on ADNR Tideland Conveyance near Franklin Dock

The board discussed the Assembly's rejection of a cruise ship dockage fee increase and considered hiring a consultant for a harbor rate study, but took no formal action on either. They also received briefings on dock electrification and tideland conveyance for the Franklin Dock expansion. The meeting was largely informational, with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved May 3rd and May 19th board minutes (no objection)
• No action taken on CY2021 dockage fee increase
• No action taken on potential harbor rate study

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The commission will review its 2020-2021 Annual Report and discuss reports regarding community events. Members will also decide on a presentation from a UN Representative and discuss outreach to local community groups.

• Review of the 2020-2021 Annual Report
• Recognition of Leslie Ishii for Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Decision on a presentation from a UN Representative
• Report on outreach to Juneau community groups

The Juneau Human Rights Commission heard a presentation from Perseverance Theatre Artistic Director Leslie Ishii on anti-Asian hate crimes and historical discrimination, and discussed the 2020-2021 Annual Report. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved May 11, 2021 minutes
• Approved agenda with presentation and reports
• Discussed 2020-2021 Annual Report for review before June 8 deadline
• Discussed community event report from Mary and Angel
• Discussed potential presentation from UN Rep (Haifa's guest)
• Discussed outreach to Juneau community groups for future speakers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed land use permits and parking code revisions. The commission approved conditional use permits for marijuana retail and a 98-bed assisted living facility. A proposed parking code revision was sent back to the Title 49 subcommittee.

• Approved conditional use permit for marijuana retail, cultivation, and on-site consumption
• Approved parking waiver for a proposed assisted living and memory care facility
• Approved conditional use permit for a 98-bed assisted living and memory care facility
• Parking code revision sent back to Title 49 subcommittee

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a marijuana retail, cultivation, and on-site consumption facility at 10011 Glacier Highway, with a 6-2 vote after adding a condition requiring state endorsement for on-site consumption. It also unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a 98-bed assisted living and memory care facility at 3041 Clinton Drive, along with a parking waiver for six spaces. The commission discussed but took no action on a borough-wide parking code revision, directing staff to continue work.

• Approved USE2021 0005 for marijuana retail, cultivation, and on-site consumption at 10011 Glacier Highway (6-2)
• Approved USE2021 0006 for 98-bed assisted living and memory care facility at 3041 Clinton Drive (unanimous)
• Approved PWP2021 0002 parking waiver for six spaces at 3041 Clinton Drive (unanimous)
• Took no action on AME2021 0003 parking code revision; directed staff to continue work

Eaglecrest Board

The Eaglecrest Board is meeting to review historical pricing and discuss potential increases for fiscal year 2022. The agenda also includes discussions regarding mid-season 7-day operations, night skiing possibilities, and cabin sales formats.

• Potential pricing increases for FY 22
• Uphill access pass and arm band identification
• Mid-season 7-day per week operational opportunities
• Thursday night skiing proposals
• Reciprocal pricing and boarding pass programs

Aquatics Board (Sunset Date 4/30/2023)

This agenda contains procedural items and general categories for discussion. No specific projects or new ordinances are detailed in the document.

• Approval of March minutes
• Commercial Use Regulations
• Subcommittee Reports

Assembly

The Assembly adopted Ordinance 2021-03, creating a comprehensive fireworks regulation that prohibits concussive fireworks like mortars inside the fire service area. A related ordinance to tax fireworks sales (2021-18) failed with a 1-7 vote. The Assembly also introduced Ordinance 2021-22 to reestablish COVID-19 mitigation strategies as requirements and tabled Resolution 2953, which would have made them recommendations.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-03 regulating fireworks, prohibiting concussive fireworks in the fire service area (6-2)
• Failed to adopt Ordinance 2021-18 taxing fireworks sales (1-7)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-22 reestablishing COVID-19 mitigation strategies as requirements; tabled Resolution 2953
• Adopted FY22 School District operating budget of $92,396,600 by unanimous consent
• Approved supplemental agreement for Bartlett Regional Hospital Crisis Stabilization CIP to add a third floor
• Referred dockage rate change regulation back to Manager for further review
• Adopted Resolution 2955 authorizing Manager to enter into port agreements with cruise lines
• Approved 21 late-filed property tax exemption applications for Assessor review

Assembly Human Resources Committee

The Assembly Human Resources Committee is reviewing several board appointments, including seats for the Treadwell Arena Advisory Board and the Board of Equalization. The committee will also discuss the definition of an Assembly Liaison and review a liquor license protest for DeHarts Grocery L.L.

• Appointment of three seats to the Treadwell Arena Advisory Board
• Review of applicants for the Board of Equalization
• Recommendation of Daniel Wiersma to the LEPC BRH Primary seat
• Discussion on Resolution 2949 vHRC1 regarding Assembly Liaison definition
• Liquor license protest recommendation for DeHart's, LLC d/b/a DeHarts Grocery L.L. #300

The Assembly Human Resources Committee approved forwarding appointments to the full Assembly for Treadwell Arena Advisory Board (Sigrid Dahlberg, Nicchia Leamer, Paulette Schirmer), Board of Equalization (Barbara Sheinberg, Barbara Meacom, James Collman, David Epstein, Raymond Williams, Gary Sonnenberg), and Local Emergency Planning Committee (Daniel Wiersma). The committee also moved Resolution 2949 on Assembly Liaison definition to the Committee of the Whole, recommended drafting an ordinance for election code updates, and voted to protest DeHart's Grocery liquor license renewal until compliant.

• Approved forwarding Treadwell Arena Advisory Board appointments (3 members) to full Assembly
• Approved forwarding Board of Equalization appointments (6 members) to full Assembly
• Approved forwarding LEPC appointment of Daniel Wiersma to State Emergency Response Commission
• Moved Resolution 2949 (Assembly Liaison definition) to Committee of the Whole
• Recommended drafting ordinance for election code updates (Vote-by-Mail, personal identifiers)
• Approved protest of DeHart's Grocery liquor license renewal until compliant

Docks & Harbors Board

The Docks & Harbors Board is holding public hearings regarding proposed fee changes. The board will consider recommendations to the Assembly to adopt increases to residence surcharges and dockage charges.

• Proposed rate increase to 05 CBJAC 20.050 (Residence surcharge)
• Proposed rate increase to 05 CBJAC 15.030 (Dockage Charges)

The Board voted 4-3 against recommending the Assembly adopt a proposed $69/month increase to the resident (live-aboard) surcharge, after public opposition. The item will return to the Finance Sub-Committee for further review and a new 21-day public notice period. Separately, the Board unanimously approved recommending dockage fee increases for larger vessels at the Steamship Wharf, Cruise Ship Terminal, and other facilities.

• Rejected proposed $69/month resident surcharge increase (4-3)
• Sent live-aboard fee increase back to Finance Sub-Committee for further review
• Approved dockage fee increases for vessels over 65 feet (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

Douglas Advisory Board

The Douglas Island Advisory Board is meeting to review unfinished business and receive various committee reports. Discussion items include a draft letter to the CBJ Assembly and a new roundabout sign.

• Review of draft letter to CBJ Assembly regarding Douglas Island Cemeteries
• Discussion of “Welcome To Douglas Island” Sign at Roundabout
• Update on recycling on Douglas Island
• Discussion of Bus Stop/Public Works
• Reports on Treadwell Ditch Renovation and Eaglecrest Ski Area

The Douglas Advisory Board approved its agenda and minutes, and discussed several ongoing items. The most substantive action was a report that a letter recommending CBJ take over ownership and maintenance of some Douglas Island cemeteries was delivered to the Assembly and city manager, with follow-up planned. No formal votes were taken on policy matters; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved agenda, as amended
• Approved minutes from April 21, 2021
• Reported recommendation to CBJ for cemetery ownership and maintenance
• Planned follow-up with mayor and city manager on cemetery recommendation
• Assigned research on bus stop at Crow Hill and Cordova St
• Agreed to discuss future meeting format at June meeting

Assembly Finance Committee

The committee will review the FY22 wrap-up and preview FY23. It will take final action on the Mill Levy Ordinance 2021-10 and General CBJ Operating Ordinance 2021-08. The agenda also includes interest rate resolutions for bond refundings.

• Mill Levy Ordinance 2021-10 final action
• General CBJ Operating Ordinance 2021-08 final action
• Interest Rate Resolutions for Bond Refundings
• Commercial Passenger Vehicles Fee Reduction Resolution 2954

The Assembly Finance Committee voted to keep the mill rate flat at 10.66 mills for FY22, rejecting the manager's proposed 10.86 mill rate, and reserved 0.1 mills for childcare. The committee also moved the mill levy ordinance, the general operating ordinance, and three bond refunding resolutions to the full Assembly for action.

• Rejected manager's proposed 10.86 mill rate, kept flat at 10.66 mills (unanimous)
• Reserved 0.1 mill of the 10.66 mill rate for childcare (unanimous)
• Failed to lower mill rate to 10.56 mills (3-6)
• Moved Mill Levy Ordinance 2021-10 to full Assembly (unanimous)
• Moved General CBJ Operating Ordinance 2021-08 to full Assembly, amended to fund childcare with 3% marijuana tax (unanimous)
• Moved bond refunding resolutions 2948, 2951, 2952 to full Assembly (unanimous)

Docks & Harbors Board

The committee will review presentations regarding next steps for the Harris Harbor Security Gate and Port & Harbor Security Patrols. The meeting also includes a presentation on a White Paper for the Port of Juneau.

• Harris Harbor Security Gate next steps
• Port & Harbor Security Patrol presentation
• Port of Juneau White Paper presentation

The Docks & Harbors Board Operations/Planning Committee discussed next steps for the Harris Harbor security gate, with staff planning to continue design work and bring back a refined cost estimate. The committee also discussed a new swing shift security patrol position, which will be created by moving an existing staff member, with minimal cost increase. No formal decisions were made on these items; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 21, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (correction on page 3)
• Discussed continuing Harris Harbor security gate design, with cost estimate to be refined
• Discussed new swing shift security patrol (3:30pm-midnight, Tue-Sat) using existing staff
• Noted three vacant Board positions; Becker re-applied
• Noted Aurora Harbor staff vacancies (Admin III, Admin I, Seasonal Admin I)
• Noted favorable outlook for cruise ships starting late July
• Noted Alaska DOT grant likely for $2M for north end of Aurora Harbor

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee met to continue working on draft criteria developed during a May 8, 2021, work session. The committee also reviewed minutes from the May 11, 2021, work session and received an updated calendar of possible meeting dates.

• Continued work on draft criteria created during May 8, 2021, work session
• Review of May 11, 2021, work session minutes
• Updated calendar of possible committee meeting dates

The Systemic Racism Review Committee approved a process to finalize draft criteria for reviewing legislation, using David Russell-Jensen's document as the base and incorporating member edits. Members will submit comments by May 25, and staff will combine them into one document for review at the next meeting. The committee also scheduled a June 7 meeting with the full Assembly to discuss the review process.

• Approved using Russell-Jensen's draft criteria as base for edits (unanimous)
• Set May 25 deadline for member comments to Clerk's Office
• Scheduled June 7, 2021, 6pm meeting with Assembly Committee of the Whole (unanimous)

Juneau Commission on Aging

The Juneau Commission on Aging is reviewing updates to the Senior Survey and subcommittee plans. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Blueprint for a Master Plan on Aging.

• Senior Survey updates, plans, and subcommittees
• Blueprint for Master Plan on Aging
• Welcome to new member Ann Stepetin

The Juneau Commission on Aging approved its agenda and March meeting minutes unanimously. The board discussed the senior survey distribution, plans for a master blueprint for aging, and potential collaboration on home health care and childcare worker training. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved agenda with modifications (unanimous)
• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)

Docks & Harbors Board

The Finance Sub-Committee will discuss the FY21 budget overview and tracking. The committee will also review reports regarding harbor fees, moorage, launch ramp, and other fees. Additionally, members will discuss vessel salvage and disposal fees.

• FY21 Budget overview/tracking
• Review of April 21st Operations-Planning Committee report on harbor fees
• Discussion of moorage, launch ramp, and other fees
• Discussion of vessel salvage and disposal fee

The Finance Sub-Committee approved several fee increases to forward to the Operations/Planning Committee, including raising annual recreational launch permits from $90 to $120 and daily permits from $15 to $20, a $75 initial sign-up fee with $20 annual fee for the reserved moorage waitlist, and increasing the private boat house surcharge from $0.13 to $0.20 per square foot. The committee also discussed but did not decide on changes to prepaid discounts, staff labor fees, vessel salvage fees, and moorage rates, deferring those to future meetings. The meeting was procedural in part, with agenda and prior minutes approved.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 8th minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 15th minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved launch ramp fee increase: annual $90 to $120, daily $15 to $20 (unanimous)
• Approved reserved moorage waitlist fee: $75 initial sign-up, $20 annual (unanimous)
• Approved private boat house surcharge increase from $0.13 to $0.20 per square foot (unanimous)

JNU Airport Board

The Juneau Airport Board is reviewing several major infrastructure proposals. These include a request to replace the outbound baggage conveyor system for up to $1.56M and options for repairing or repaving airport parking lots. The Board will also discuss fund transfers for Float Pond Phase II design work.

• Replacement of outbound baggage conveyor system at a cost not to exceed $1.56M
• Proposed transfer of $108,000 for Float Pond Phase II design services
• Maintenance options for airport parking lots ranging from $600,000 to $5 million
• Presentation of a new financial model by Frasca & Associates
• Surplus of the ARFF Unit A-4 truck

The Juneau Airport Board approved several capital projects, including a $1.56M outbound baggage conveyor system replacement funded by CARES Act grants and an additional $108,000 transfer for Float Pond Phase II design work. The board also approved a $600K engineering contract for parking lot repaving scoping and design. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $1.56M baggage conveyor replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $108K transfer for Float Pond Phase II design (unanimous)
• Approved $600K parking lot repaving engineering contract (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with added Bagwell gas detection item (unanimous)

Utility Advisory Board

The Utility Advisory Board will meet via conference call to perform an annual report review. The meeting also includes updates on Representative Young’s infrastructure funding and a working session follow-up.

• Annual Report Review
• Update on Rep. Young’s Infrastructure Funding
• Approval of March 31, 2021 meeting minutes

The Utility Advisory Board approved the agenda and the March 31, 2021 draft minutes. The board agreed to review and approve the Annual Report before the June 14 HRC meeting, with specific edits including correcting attendance records and adding a rate history paragraph referencing ordinances 2019-31 and 2019-44. Staff discussed PFAS in wastewater, bio-solids disposal options (including a possible incinerator), and costs, but no formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved May 13, 2021 agenda by board vote
• Approved March 31, 2021 draft minutes by board vote
• Agreed to review and approve Annual Report before June 14 HRC meeting
• Approved edits to Annual Report including attendance corrections and rate history paragraph

Building Code Advisory Committee

This meeting consists of procedural updates regarding the progress of various building, electrical, and plumbing code reviews. Members reported on completed sections of the 2015 IBC, IRC, and 2017 NEC. The committee also identified remaining tasks for upcoming code evaluations.

• Status updates on completed reviews of the 2015 IBC, IRC, and 2017 NEC
• Ongoing review of Title 19 through 426 of the 2015 IBC
• Planned review of the 2018 Code and 2020 NEC
• Review of temporary power connection regulations (T19.8.590.8)

The committee approved the May 5, 2021 minutes with corrections. Members reported progress on reviewing various building codes, including the 2015 IBC, IRC, NEC, and others, and decided to keep several provisions in the 2018 IBC. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily procedural and focused on code review updates.

• Approved May 5, 2021 minutes with corrections
• Kept 19.03.1607.9.3 (live loads) in 2018 IBC
• Changed 19.03.1607.12.2.1 to 19.03.1607.13.2.1 and kept
• Kept 19.03.1608.1.1, 19.03.1608.2, 19.03.1609.3, 16.03.Figure 1609, 19.03.1610.1, 19.03.1612.2, 19.03.1612.3, 19.03.1612.5 in 2018 IBC
• Moved 19.03.1612.2 (flood loads definitions) to Chapter 2 and kept

Assembly

The Assembly will consider introducing ordinances to regulate fireworks use and clarify sales tax on their sale. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding funding for the Pile Anodes Installation project in Harris Harbor. A contract award for harbor maintenance is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2021-03 introducing regulations for fireworks use and possession
• Ordinance 2021-18 clarifying that fireworks sales are subject to sales tax
• Appropriation of up to $125,000 for the Pile Anodes Installation Capital Improvement Project
• Contract award to Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. for $174,650 for Harris Harbor anodes installation

The Juneau Assembly introduced two fireworks ordinances (2021-03 and 2021-18) and set them for public hearing on May 24, 2021. It also adopted Ordinance 2020-09(AV) appropriating up to $125,000 for the Pile Anodes Installation project and awarded the Harris Harbor Anodes Installation bid to Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. for $174,650. The Assembly ratified changes to COVID-19 community mitigation measures.

• Set Ordinance 2021-03 (fireworks regulations) for public hearing May 24 (unanimous)
• Set Ordinance 2021-18 (fireworks sales tax) for public hearing May 24 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2020-09(AV) appropriating $125,000 for Pile Anodes Installation (unanimous)
• Awarded Harris Harbor Anodes Installation to Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. for $174,650 (unanimous)
• Ratified changes to COVID-19 community mitigation measures (unanimous)

Assembly Finance Committee

The Assembly Finance Committee will review revised budgets for Docks & Harbors and Eaglecrest. The meeting also includes discussions regarding sales and consumer tax updates and the mill rate.

• Final action on School District Funding
• Revised budget for Docks & Harbors
• Revised budget for Eaglecrest
• Update on Sales and Consumer Taxes Q3 actuals
• Further consideration of Mill Rate

The Assembly Finance Committee approved revised FY22 budgets for Docks & Harbors and Eaglecrest, reflecting updated revenue expectations due to the lack of cruise ships and a better-than-expected ski season. It also approved the full school district funding request of $29,336,100, including $2,071,500 outside the cap, and Travel Juneau's $625,000 request. The committee removed vote by mail from the pending list, amended a motion to only bring compensation changes as an ordinance without budget appropriation, and tabled commercial passenger vehicle grants.

• Approved revised FY22 Docks & Harbors budget (unanimous)
• Approved revised FY22 Eaglecrest budget (unanimous)
• Approved $29,336,100 school district funding, including $2,071,500 outside cap (unanimous)
• Approved Travel Juneau FY22 funding of $625,000 (unanimous)
• Removed vote by mail from pending list (unanimous)
• Amended compensation motion to eliminate budget appropriation, passed 5-4
• Approved compensation changes as amended (unanimous)
• Tabled commercial passenger vehicle grants (unanimous)

Jensen-Olson Arboretum Advisory Board (Sunset Date 5/31/2023)

The Jensen-Olson Arboretum Advisory Board met on May 12, 2021. The agenda includes a discussion of a memorial policy proposal and reports from the chair, manager, and Friends of JOA.

• Memorial Policy Proposal
• Approval of February 10, 2021 minutes

The Jensen-Olson Arboretum Advisory Board met and approved the agenda and February minutes, but made no substantive decisions. The main discussion was a proposed memorial policy for plaques, benches, and other items, with ideas exchanged but no action taken. The board also received updates on the manager's report and Friends of JOA activities.

• Approved meeting agenda (no objection)
• Approved February 10, 2021 minutes (no objection)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The committee will discuss COVID-19 impacts on mental health and updates regarding pop-up vaccination clinics. The meeting also includes reports on committee member changes and weather updates.

• Discussion of COVID-19 and mental health in Juneau
• Updates on pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics
• Review of committee seat changes and resignations
• Request for written lessons learned from the pandemic and changing weather

The Juneau Local Emergency Planning Committee met virtually on May 12, 2021, and approved the minutes from its March 10 and April 14 meetings. No new business or action items were discussed, and no formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval. Members heard reports on COVID-19 mental health impacts, pop-up vaccination clinics, and ongoing hazard planning.

• Approved March 10, 2021 minutes
• Approved April 14, 2021 minutes

Juneau Human Rights Commission

The commission will review a presentation from a UN Representative and a report regarding outreach to Juneau community groups. Members will also discuss proposed changes to Alaska Human Rights Commission regulations and potential collaboration with SRRC.

• Presentation from UN Rep
• Report on Juneau community group outreach
• Alaska Human Rights Commission regulation changes
• JHRC and SRRC collaboration dialogue
• Annual Report updates

The Juneau Human Rights Commission met and approved its agenda as amended, moving two items to the May 25 meeting. The commission discussed creating a recommendation to the Assembly to sign a declaration on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG), with plans to draft a cover letter, link, and resolution. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Agenda approved as amended
• Minutes from April 27, May 4, and May 5, 2021 approved
• Moved UN Rep presentation to May 25, 2021 meeting
• Moved Ibn's outreach report to May 25, 2021 meeting
• Discussed drafting MMIWG resolution recommendation to Assembly (no vote)

Planning Commission

The Juneau Planning Commission approved the final subdivision for Delta Drive Subdivision, creating 14 unit lots. The commission also approved a zoning amendment from D15 to various commercial designations and a variance for D18 lot depth. Additionally, a request was made for a compliance hearing date regarding an appeal of a Director's determination.

• Final subdivision approval for Delta Drive Subdivision (14 unit lots)
• Zoning amendment from D15 to General Commercial, General Commercial/Light Commercial, or Light Commercial
• Variance to change D18 lot depth from 80 to 78.2 feet
• Request for a compliance hearing date regarding appeal APL2021-0001

The Planning Commission approved a rezone of a 15.5-acre parcel on N. Douglas Highway from D15 to Light Commercial (LC), recommending the Assembly also update the Comprehensive Land Use Map from MDR to HDR, and removed two conditions that would have required infrastructure improvements. The commission also approved a variance for a lot on Peters Lane, allowing a lot depth of 78.2 feet instead of the required 80 feet, and approved final subdivision plats for the Delta Drive subdivision.

• Approved AME2021 0001: rezone from D15 to Light Commercial, recommended Assembly update land use map, removed conditions (passed with no objection)
• Approved VAR2021 0001: variance for lot depth from 80 to 78.2 feet on Peters Lane (6-2)
• Approved SMF2021 0002: final subdivision plat for Delta Drive subdivision (no objection)
• Approved ARF2021 0001: final plan approval for Delta Drive subdivision, subject to HOA document condition (no objection)
• Amended Joint Procedural Motion APL2021 0001 to one-hour hearing for appeal (no objection)
• Reopened VAR2021 0001 for public testimony (no objection)

Systemic Racism Review Committee

The Systemic Racism Review Committee held a work session on May 11, 2021. The committee met to review and finalize draft criteria created during the May 8, 2021, work session. No public testimony was taken during this meeting.

• Review and finalization of draft criteria from the May 8, 2021, work session
• Approval of April 27, 2021, draft work session minutes

The Systemic Racism Review Committee discussed and refined draft criteria for reviewing legislation, deciding to have members submit edits to the City Clerk for inclusion in the next meeting packet. The committee also set future meeting dates and scheduled a joint training with the Juneau Human Rights Commission. No formal votes were taken on the criteria itself.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved April 27, 2021 minutes as presented
• Set next meeting dates for May 18, June 1, and June 15 at 12:00pm (motion passed)
• Scheduled joint training with Juneau Human Rights Commission for June 19, 2021

Assembly Public Works & Facilities Committee

The Public Works & Facilities Committee is considering action on downtown sidewalk capacity improvements and fire station heat pump funding requests. The agenda also includes information updates on cruise ship infrastructure, solid waste conversations, and Calhoun Avenue underground utilities.

• Downtown Sidewalk Capacity Improvements and Seawalk Maintenance CIP Transfers
• Ground Source Heat Pump at Fire Stations Funding Request
• Small Cruise Ship Infrastructure Master Plan update
• Calhoun Avenue Underground Utilities report
• Contracts Division Activity Report (April 7, 2021 to May 5, 2021)

The Public Works & Facilities Committee approved forwarding three funding requests to the full Assembly. It moved $550,000 in transfers from the Marine Park/Archipelago CIP to fund downtown sidewalk and seawalk maintenance projects. It also approved transferring $535,000 from the Centennial Hall CIP to fire station ground-source heat pump upgrades, and de-appropriating $2.5M from the Salmon Creek Building purchase to add $2.75M for the Behavioral Health facility expansion. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were informational only.

• Approved forwarding $550,000 CIP transfer for sidewalk and seawalk projects (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $535,000 transfer from Centennial Hall to fire station heat pumps (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding $2.5M de-appropriation and $2.75M appropriation for Behavioral Health (unanimous)

Assembly Committee of the Whole Worksession

The committee will discuss proposed ordinances regarding fireworks use on city property and the taxation of fireworks sales. The session also includes a presentation on the Juneau Commission on Aging survey findings and updates on UA property at Aurora/Harris Harbor.

• Ordinance 2021-03 regarding fireworks use on city property
• Ordinance 2021-18 regarding taxation of fireworks sales
• Resolution 2947 to amend Assembly Rules of Procedure
• Juneau Commission on Aging Survey Report presentation
• UA Property Update (Aurora/Harris Harbor)

The Committee of the Whole voted to introduce Ordinance 2021-03, which regulates fireworks use and sales, at the May 12 Special Assembly meeting, with a public hearing set for May 24. It also voted to forward Ordinance 2021-18, which would require sales tax on fireworks, for introduction. Several amendments to the fireworks ordinance were rejected, including one to allow concussive fireworks in neighborhoods.

• Approved motion to introduce fireworks ordinance 2021-03 vCOW3 (7-2)
• Approved motion to forward fireworks sales tax ordinance 2021-18 for introduction (7-2)
• Rejected amendment to allow concussive fireworks in neighborhoods (2-7)
• Rejected amendment to reduce fireworks hours (4-5)
• Rejected amendment to divide fireworks ordinance question (2-7)
• Approved amendment to list all standing committees in Rule 16-O (6-3)
• Approved amendment to add land acknowledgement to agenda (6-3)
• Rejected amendment to clarify liaison voting role (1-8)