The Juneau Arts Culture Center, seen in this August 2019 picture, is home to mold that can make the venue a no-go for some Juneau residents, (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

The Juneau Arts Culture Center, seen in this August 2019 picture, is home to mold that can make the venue a no-go for some Juneau residents, (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Community can breathe easier with a New JACC

Let’s show our support.

I would like to strongly encourage the citizens of Juneau to support funding for a new JACC building for health reasons. I know several people, including myself, who have missed special occasions — wakes, retirement parties, art shows, food festivals, etc. — due to allergies that are exacerbated by the air quality in the present building. I understand not everyone has allergies, but I do know that the air quality in the present JACC building does affect everyone and will only get worse as the building ages. Please support funding of a new JACC building for the health of all.

I believe it is a good investment for the entire community and something we can take pride in for years to come.

Look at the opposition to the Whale Project/Overstreet Park and now how much the area is used and appreciated — that was vision. Let’s show our support for the vision of a new JACC building when you go to vote.

Denice McPherson,

Juneau


My Turns and Letters to the Editor represent the view of the author, not the view of the Juneau Empire.