JuneauEmpire.com: Looking Forward: December 30, 2004

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Tourism: Is Juneau ready for a million cruise passengers?
	Some summer not so far away, a million cruise passengers might visit Juneau.

Alaska's capitol: Plans for a new capitol moving along despite opposition
	If building a new capitol in Juneau only involved a design competition, the project would be going pretty well.

Mining: Mines forge ahead with new construction
	Not long ago, mining in and around Juneau was in a serious slump.

Oil and gas: Oil field construction may pick up in 2005
	Oil and gas activity continues at a modest pace around the state. The upcoming 2004-2005 winter exploration season looks to be a repeat of last year, with a handful of exploration wells drilled mainly by independent companies. ConocoPhillips Alaska, the one slope producer still exploring, has yet to announce its plans for the winter.

Fishing: Fishermen see signs of growth
	Southeast's salmon and halibut fishermen are optimistic about the year ahead.

Housing: Property values in Juneau continue to increase
	Home ownership is thriving in Juneau, but a shortage of available land for development is making it more difficult and expensive to find a home.

Building: Three major building projects well under way in 2005
	By the end of next year, Juneau residents should see the exteriors of a big addition to Bartlett Regional Hospital and a fisheries research center at Lena Point.

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