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Residents urge preservation and alternatives for Telephone Hill as assembly weighs demolition bids
Summary
Multiple residents testified during public participation urging the assembly to slow demolition on Telephone Hill, winterize vacant houses to preserve options, and consider 'concept D' infill alternatives that would reduce demolition, retain historic fabric and create local housing opportunities.
Several residents used the public‑comment period at the November 17 Juneau assembly meeting to press city leaders to slow demolition plans on Telephone Hill and pursue less‑destructive alternatives.
Catherine Fritz, an architect, urged the assembly to consider an "infill" approach (she referenced a concept D discussed at a Fairbanks architects conference) that would integrate new housing while preserving historic…
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