On July 28, 1986, folks were getting ready for the 40th annual Golden North Salmon Derby. Earlier in the season, salmon catch rates were significantly less than expected, but as the event neared, catch rates improved. Though the catch rate was expected to be less during the derby than in previous events, the anticipated 20-hour per keeper king rate signaled a good event nonetheless.
Meanwhile, state commissioners were tallying the answers to a direct questionnaire given to state employees. Questionnaires asked if an individual employee would be willing to accept a pay cut over more layoffs; also, a complaint was filed by the Alaska Public Employee Association asserting that the state used unfair labor practice. APEA claimed that the move was a way for the state to maneuver around labor unions and get a vote from individual members without consult.
According to the City and Borough of Juneau’s new budget plan, construction for waterfront development and the downtown library was to be left relatively unscathed. The Office of Management has decided to fund one-third of capital projects in the upcoming year.
“This Day in Juneau History” is compiled by Empire intern Tasha Elizarde, who sums up the day’s events — 30 years ago — by perusing Empire archives.
