{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Problem Corner","title":"Taxes, Trust, and Tough Choices: Juneau Debates How to Fund Its Future","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/abb0c5dc\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3086,"description":"On this episode of Problem Corner, host Connor Lendrum welcomes Pat Race and Brock Taber to discuss two proposed ballot initiatives aimed at addressing Juneau’s growing budget challenges. The conversation explores restoring the city’s previous property tax cap, creating a seasonal sales tax increase to support recreation programs, and balancing essential services with taxpayer concerns. Callers share candid perspectives on government spending, public trust, housing, tourism, mining, and community priorities, highlighting the difficult choices facing Juneau as residents work to shape the city’s future. ","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/vyra9lZGfjBWDHHDOhbl-tBUZSmv1BJZZDFFB9PdBO8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xMWJl/YmUyOTYxNTEyMmNl/M2Q1YmViM2JjZDMx/YjA2NS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}