Juneau 4th of july parade

This year's parade theme is, "Building Bridges Across the Last Frontier." Two distinguished Grand Marshals have been recognized for their efforts in building bridges between the diverse groups that make up our beautiful Capital City.  In each one’s unique path, both have used education, cultural celebration, and historical stories to create an atmosphere of understanding and appreciation between brown, Black, white, Asian American and Pacific Islanders, and Indigenous Americans.

Benjamin Danny Coronell has dedicated his career to the motto “to serve and protect.”  He has dedicated many years of his life to serving our community, through his time as a police officer and later an advocate for the dangers of substance abuse and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. His distinguished service has contributed to a well-deserved honor of Grand Marshal. The other honored Grand Marshal, Sherry Patterson is an active community leader, juggling many roles such as president of the Black Awareness Association, co-chair to First Lady Donna Walker to Bridge Builders of Juneau, and an on-call religious counselor at Lemon Creek Correctional Center. Sherry has directly elevated the role of women and overcome racial barriers in our community, making her an obvious choice for an admirable Grand Marshal at this years celebration. 

Both of our GM’s represent the amazing impact of living a life of service to others. A notable shared characteristic of each GM is a vigilance to bring together our community. With extraordinary grace, Benjamin and Sherry, have risen above the societal obstacles and have contributed to building a community-bridge; a strong bridge established on principles of honor, respect, and courage. 

All entries must stop at the check-in stand before going to the assembly area. Department of Labor Parking Area at West 8th and Egan, near the Juneau-Douglas Bridge.

1. All entries must be completed and staffed as they will be in the parade by the beginning of the judging time and the participants must remain until the end of their judging time. Entries not ready will not be judged for awards.
2. THIS IS A MOVING PARADE! No unit will stop for any reason, except in an emergency. If unit holds up the parade, you will be asked to step out and let the rest of the parade continue.
   1. Interval of space to be maintained between units in the parade is 30'. Travel speed is .5 miles per hour with a maximum speed of 10 miles per hour. Please choose a representative from your group to step out of the parade to speak with news media while in the parade. DO NOT STOP YOUR UNIT!!!
   2. GAPS are created by the parade participants during the parade. Please pay attention to the PARADE SECURITY OFFICERS! IF YOU ARE ASKED BY THEM TO MOVE ALONG, YOU MUST DO SO!
3. NO THROWING OF ANY MATERIALS along the parade route by any of the participants. Distribution of material may be made by walkers at curbside only.
4. Animal entries: You must have an active "Pooper Scooper" with you at all times in the staging area and on the parade route, or have a diaper on your animal.
5. Motorized Vehicles: Must carry proof of insurance. NO UNLICENSED OPERATOR/DRIVER OF A MOTOR VEHICLE WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE PARADE. ALL WHEELS MUST REMAIN ON THE GROUND AT ALL TIMES!!  Initial:   For your protection, please wear proper protective gear. Max length: 75 ft. Max height: 17 ft. Max width: 10 ft.
6. There will be no unauthorized vehicles allowed beyond the checkpoint. Authorized vehicles are defined as those taking part in the parade, meaning they will actually travel the route during the parade.
7. If your entry is composed of a number of smaller independently operated units, you must remain together at all times during the parade.
8. NUMBERS assigned to you must be visible throughout the entire parade.
9. Please assure that all in your unit are aware of these rules and regulations.
10. ENTRY FORMS must be completely filled in. Must select a CATEGORY and especially LENGTH & MUSIC.