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 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...
The City of Hoonah, Alaska received a $5.8 million project grant award from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration on June 24, 2021. The funding supports infrastructure and public works projects under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program (CFDA 11.307). This program provides assistance to regions experiencing adverse economic changes, which may occur suddenly or over time due to factors like steep industry declines. With this award, the City of Hoonah will deliver...
The Federal Aviation Administration awarded $1,063,126 through the Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs (CFDA 20.106) to the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities on December 14, 2021. The project grant will fund costs related to operations, personnel, cleaning, sanitization, janitorial services, debt service payments, and combating the spread of pathogens at airports associated with Yakutat, Alaska...
This $8.37 million Economic Adjustment Assistance Project Grant from the Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration will support the development of new visitor infrastructure and amenities in Palmer, Alaska. Administered by the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, the project aims to boost tourism in the region by providing local businesses with retail space to connect with visitors in a central location. Upon completion in May 2027, the project is expected to support start-up and...
The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration awarded a $259,591 Project Grant to the Haines Economic Development Corporation on March 18, 2021 through June 30, 2022 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (CFDA 11.307) federal grant program. The EAA program provides technical, planning, and infrastructure assistance to regions experiencing adverse economic changes. This award will support the Haines Economic Development Corporation in delivering services to stabilize the...
The City of Nome, Alaska was awarded a $730,068 project grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration under the Investments for Public Works and Economic Development Facilities program (CFDA 11.300) on March 18, 2021. The grant funding will support repairs to the launch ramp in Nome to help implement regional economic development strategies. Through the construction-oriented Public Works program, EDA aims to support distressed communities in building critical...
The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration awarded a $350,894 Project Grant to Launch Alaska on May 12, 2021 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program. The funding will support a feasibility study to aid the Anchorage, Alaska region which has experienced adverse economic impacts. The Economic Adjustment Assistance program provides planning and public infrastructure assistance to regions facing sudden or gradual economic changes through technical assistance and...
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...