Juneau Commission on Aging

The JCOA purpose is to advise the Assembly on issues regarding seniors in Juneau and to promote awareness of Juneau’s senior population, the quality of life of seniors; and the role of seniors in the social and economic life of Juneau.

The Juneau Commission on Aging was recently reestablished entirely by the Assembly through the adoption of Resolution 2802 and appointment of all new membership in December 2017. Resolution 2802 provides the following with respect to the membership make up of this new commission:

The JCOA shall consist of nine voting members appointed from the general public. Members shall be appointed to staggered two-year terms. The Assembly shall appoint members from a diverse population of people with knowledge of issues relating to aging or with expertise on health, housing, transportation, finances, insurance, and other areas of concern for seniors in Juneau. At least five public members shall be 65 years of age or older. Four public members shall serve without restriction as to age.