It's August And I Am Still In Juneau

This is the first year in the twelve years I have worked for the legislature I have been in Juneau in August. Fireweed in full bloom is something I am used to seeing at home in North Pole this time of the year. I am standing in front of the Capitol by a favorite toursit attractionThe legislature is in its second special session this year and the third special session of the 24th Legislature. The issues are, of course, the amending of production taxation for oil production, amednments to the Stranded Gas Development Act, and the gas line contract approval. (Photo taken by Katharine Moss).

This gigantic yacht came into Gastineau Channel last week and spent the night. Rumors going around town are that the yacht belongs to Clint Eastwood. If you you close enough, you can spot a red helicopter on the helicopter pad.

Juneau has a large popualtion of crows that aren't too fearful of people. This guy was sitting on the fence on my path to work last Friday.

Tourist travel to the Valley from the tour ships to see Mendenhall Glacier. There are up to five cruise ships docked in Juneau in a day. The streets are empty one minute and full of tourists the next. Most gift shops set their hours according to the arrival of the cruise ships.