Juneau Assembly Announces New Appointments to Boards and Commissions
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The Juneau Assembly recently announced several appointments to key boards and commissions, including the Bristol Bay Regional Housing Authority (BRH) Board and the Planning Commission. These appointments will take effect in January 2026, with terms extending through December 2028 for the Planning Commission and December 2025 for the BRH board.The Assembly also expressed gratitude to outgoing members for their dedicated service.
New BRH Board Appointments
On December 17, 2025, the Juneau Assembly appointed Bridgette Andersen and JoAnn Fisher to full terms on the Bristol Bay Regional Housing Authority (BRH) Board, beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2028. More information on the BRH Board can be found on the City and Borough of Juneau website.
New Planning Commission Appointments
The Assembly also appointed Carlee Simon, Keith Koruna, and Karinne Wiebold to full terms on the planning Commission, beginning January 1, 2026, and ending december 31, 2028. Details about the Planning Commission and its work are available on the City and Borough of Juneau’s Planning Department website.
Recognizing Outgoing Members
The Juneau Assembly extended its thanks to outgoing BRH Board members Kenny Solomon-Gross and Richelle (shelly) Deering, as well as outgoing Planning Commissioners Adam Brown, Nina Keller, and David Epstein for their contributions and service to the community.
Opportunities to Serve
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) encourages residents to consider serving on its various boards, commissions, and committees. vacancies arise on a rotational basis. A current list of openings and request forms can be found on the CBJ Clerk’s office website: juneau.org/clerk/boards-committees.
Accessing Meeting materials & Further Information
meeting materials from the December 17 Special Assembly meeting are available at juneauak.portal.civicclerk.com. For additional information, please contact the Municipal Clerk’s Office at 586-5278 or via email at [email protected].
Key Takeaways:
* New Appointments: Bridgette Andersen and JoAnn Fisher were appointed to the BRH Board, while Carlee Simon, Keith koruna, and Karinne Wiebold were appointed to the Planning Commission.
* Term Dates: All appointments begin January 1, 2026. BRH Board terms end December 31, 2028, while Planning Commission terms also end December 31, 2028.
* Volunteer Opportunities: CBJ actively seeks residents to fill vacancies on various boards and commissions.
* Resources Available: Information on boards, applications, and meeting materials are readily available online through the CBJ website.