Thanks to a Depression-era style conservation corp paid for with local CARES Act funds, some of locals laid off from their seasonal jobs this summer are now getting back to work.
"COVID-19 Conservation Corps"
Juneau draws inspiration from Depression-era solutions with plan to put locals to work on trails
Supporters say the COVID-19 Conservation Corps would help stimulate the local economy, provide work training and improve many of Juneau’s well-loved trails. And it’s not the only legislation aimed at stimulating the outdoor economy.