In this file photo, Rep. Sara Hannan, D-Juneau, center, answers a question as Sen. Jesse Kiehl, D-Juneau, left, and Rep. Andi Story, D-Juneau, wait their turn during a standing-room only town hall meeting at the Mendenhall Valley Public Library on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

In this file photo, Rep. Sara Hannan, D-Juneau, center, answers a question as Sen. Jesse Kiehl, D-Juneau, left, and Rep. Andi Story, D-Juneau, wait their turn during a standing-room only town hall meeting at the Mendenhall Valley Public Library on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Juneau delegates will host town hall on budget

Here’s a chance to let your legislators know what you think

Juneau’s Democratic trio of legislators will be hosting a budget-focused town hall on at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, at Juneau-Douglas High School in the Yadaa.at Kale’ Commons.

Legislative Finance Division Director David Teal will give a short presentation on the budget. Then, Reps. Sara Hannan and Andi Story and Sen. Jesse Kiehl will be listen to their constituents’ concerns, and answer questions. They will also be giving tips on how to advocate for one’s self and community.

Pizza and beverages will be provided by the Juneau delegates.

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