Project Grant 077907919
- The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration awarded a $2,852,828 project grant to the Alaska Travel Industry Association Inc. on March 18, 2021 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program. The EAA program provides technical, planning, and infrastructure assistance to regions experiencing adverse economic changes. Funding will support the Alaska Travel Industry Association Inc.'s efforts to bolster Alaska's travel and tourism industry in response to economic...
- The Alaska Travel Industry Association Inc. was awarded a $10,481,274 project grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program. This November 2021 award will support the Association's efforts to rejuvenate safe leisure, business, and international travel to Alaska through various marketing, infrastructure, and workforce development initiatives. As part of EDA's larger $750 million American Rescue Plan program focused on...
- The Copper Valley Development Association, Inc. was awarded a $160,000 project grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration's Economic Adjustment Assistance program on May 24, 2022. The funding will support updating and continuing implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for the Copper Valley region of Alaska. Key products and services include incorporating 2020 Census data, hosting sub-regional planning workshops, and gathering community...
- The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded the City of Ely, Minnesota $2,687,702 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program on July 12, 2022. The funding will support construction of a new Ely Regional Trailhead Facility, which will enhance the region's attractiveness as a tourist destination in Saint Louis County. Ely's economy relies significantly more on tourism than the rest of Minnesota, with pandemic-related business closures reducing...
- The City and Borough of Yakutat, Alaska will receive $500,000 through a Project Grant award from the Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (CFDA 11.307) federal grant program. The funding will support construction of a new public facility at the small boat harbor to enhance the travel, tourism and outdoor recreation sectors impacted by COVID-19. The facility aims to increase employment, spur private investment and advance...
- This $140,000 Project Grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration supports the development and implementation of a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the region served by the City of Wasilla, Alaska. The CEDS process brings together public and private sector stakeholders to create an economic roadmap that diversifies and strengthens the regional economy. The grant funds the City of Wasilla as the awardee under the Economic Development Support for...
- The Economic Development Administration awarded a $400,553 project grant to the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation on July 21, 2021 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program (CFDA 11.307). The grant will support the development of an economic resilience strategy to mitigate adverse impacts of economic disruptions in Anchorage, Alaska. Upon completion, the strategy is intended to position the regional economy to withstand and recover from economic shocks while functioning...
- The Economic Development Administration awarded a $9.5 million Project Grant to the Matanuska-Susitna Borough under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program (CFDA 11.307) on July 29, 2021. The funding will support infrastructure improvements at Port MacKenzie in Palmer, Alaska to increase its useful life and efficiency. Specifically, the grant will install 64 steel pile sleeves on an existing deep draft dock and construct a roll-on/roll-off cargo dock. These enhancements are expected to...
- The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration awarded the City of Angoon, Alaska a $1,775,470 Project Grant on April 29, 2021 under the agency's Economic Adjustment Assistance (CFDA 11.307) program. The funding will support tourism infrastructure development in Angoon, Alaska. The EAA program provides assistance to regions experiencing adverse economic changes, which may occur suddenly or over time due to factors resulting in steep economic impacts. This award will aid...
- Federal Grant Award Summary The Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded Denali Borough a $140,000 Project Grant under the Economic Development Support for Planning Organizations program (CFDA 11.302) effective September 1, 2025, with a completion date of February 28, 2027. The award funds the development and implementation of a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the region served by Denali Borough, located in Healy, Alaska. This strategic planning initiative will...
The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $3.2 million Project Grant to the City of Valdez, Alaska under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program. The funding will support the development of outdoor recreational infrastructure and amenities at Meals Hill to boost tourism and stimulate business growth in the region. Specifically, the City of Valdez will construct bike paths, hiking trails, and visitor amenities at Meals Hill to attract new visitors and counter fluctuations in tourism. Once completed, the project aims to assist the region's economic recovery by increasing employment opportunities, saving jobs, spurring private investment, and advancing overall economic resiliency. The work will be finished by May 2027.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $2.5m | 9/20/22 |