Supply chain difficulties add an additional layer to the already complex challenge of building in rural Alaska.
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Pandemic rent relief program received applications for about 1 in every 10 Alaskans
The first phase of the federally funded program is expected to send almost a quarter of a billion dollars to landlords and utilities.
Grants to help Kasaan build duplex for teachers, low-income residents
The Village of Kasaan on Prince of Wales Island has been awarded a $373,000 grant to build a duplex that will provide housing for teachers on one side and low-income tribal members on the other.
Bethel opens housing to retain city workers
Bethel’s new housing project is intended to help the city retain teachers, health professionals and public safety workers. Four of the six units have been occupied since opening Nov. 30.
Headcount of city’s homeless conducted at charity event
Local agencies offer various services such as blood testing, oral cancer screenings, legal advice and housing applications at the annual Project Homeless Connect event. Job loss has been surveyed as the most reoccurring reason for homelessness in Juneau from previous years at the event.