"Anthony Mallott"

Sealaska officials say investments in two seafood processors will help drive future earnings. But a critic doubts they will make much money.

Southeast’s regional Native corporation will pay out $10.6 million to its more than 22,000 members mid-month. That’s a third less than last spring.

The four leaders say removing campers from downtown district can be done in “a humane and compassionate” way by establishing a campsite elsewhere.

Sealaska’s newest board member will continue to push for election and management changes. At least one long-time board member says she’s willing to listen.

Sealaska just released its 2015 annual report, which illustrates its financial ups and downs. They affect more than 22,000 shareholders, who receive dividends twice a year.

“He really believed that Juneau could diversify our economy and control our destiny. He wanted to turn Juneau into a place people were clamoring to come,” said Ken Alper.