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RTP Grant Application - Christopher Trail Improvements

Department of Transportation and Public Facilities · Notice #225339

What is this notice about?

The City and Borough of Juneau is applying for a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant to improve the Christopher Trail in Juneau. The work would make the trail walkable and bikeable from above the Basin Road Gold Creek bridge to near the Cope Park picnic area, including a new pedestrian bridge over Gold Creek. The public can send comments or opposition to the city's Parks and Recreation Director by October 24, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

The City and Borough of Juneau is applying for a Recreational Trails Program grant, and the application process requires a public notice with a chance for public comment or opposition.

What action is being taken?

The notice announces a grant application for the Christopher Trail Improvements project. The project would make the trail walkable and bikeable from a spot above the Basin Road Gold Creek bridge. It would follow the existing social trail above the Flume Trail and connect to the newer stretch of trail below the Flume Trail. It would also add a new pedestrian bridge across Gold Creek near the Cope Park picnic area. Work is proposed from July 1, 2027 to October 31, 2027.

Who is involved: City and Borough of Juneau (applicant); Department of Transportation and Public Facilities

How can the public respond?

Respond by Sat, Oct 24, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“Deadline for Public Comment: October 24, 2026”

Ways to respond

  • Email parks.rec@juneau.gov
  • Mail Marc Wheeler, Director of Parks and Recreation, 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801
  • Phone 907.586.6226

What to include

Public comment or opposition can be submitted to the applicant contact, Marc Wheeler. Mention the Christopher Trail Improvements Recreational Trails Program grant application.

Contact

Marc Wheeler, Director of Parks and Recreation
City and Borough of Juneau
parks.rec@juneau.gov
907.586.6226
155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Sep 24, 2026: Public notice posted
  • Sep 30, 2026: Notice posted online
  • Oct 24, 2026: Deadline for public comment
  • Jul 1, 2027: Proposed project start date
  • Oct 31, 2027: Proposed project end date

Original notice text
Recreational Trails Program Grant Application – Public Notice Project Title: Christopher Trail Improvements Organization Name: City and Borough of Juneau Date Public Notice Posted: September 24, 2026 Posted Online: September 30, 2026 Brief Description of Proposed Project: The project will improve the Christopher Trail, making it walkable and bikeable from a spot above the Basin Road Gold Creek bridge, along the existing social trail above the Flume Trail, connecting to the newer stretch of trail below the Flume Trail, and crossing Gold Creek via a new pedestrian bridge near the Cope Park picnic area. Proposed Timeline of the Project: Project Start Date: July 1, 2027 Project End Date: October 31, 2027 Applicant Contact Information: Contact Name: Marc Wheeler, Director of Parks and Recreation Phone Number: 907.586.6226 Email Address: parks.rec@juneau.gov Mailing Address: 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801 Public Comment or Opposition can be submitted to the contact noted above. Deadline for Public Comment: October 24, 2026

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