Juneau Economic Development Council NEWS | August 2021
JEDC Focuses on Grant Opportunities for SE Alaska
Under the American Rescue Plan, the US Economic Development Administration (EDA) has been allocated $3 billion in supplemental funding. This funding is available to assist communities nationwide in their efforts to build back better by accelerating the economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic while building local economies that will be resilient to future economic shocks.
There are six different grant opportunities offered through the EDA that our region is qualified for. JEDC is working with regional partners to identify, coordinate and potentially facilitate submitting grant proposals under these programs.

If you are interested in more information about JEDC’s efforts in this area, please contact Anton Rieselbach at arieselbach@jedc.org
State of Alaska Grant Funding
AK-ARPA Travel & Business Relief Program
The Alaska State Legislature appropriated $90 million from the State’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Covid State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (CSLFRF) toward a tourism and business relief grant program to be administered by the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development (DCCED).
Please make sure to follow our social channels and the state website for updates on the funding that will be available through this program.
You are Invited
Town Hall: Infrastructure for our Future
Are you interested in learning more about ways that SE Alaska can lay a roadmap for the future as it relates to the Federal Infrastructure Bill that is in the works.
Learn more about becoming a JEDC investor.

The Investor Program offers comprehensive and consistent marketing. By joining the JEDC Investor Program, your organization will be recognized as a JEDC sponsor in presentations, JEDC collateral materials, JEDC website, and monthly newsletters. Investment levels range from $650 - $7,500+ with increasing benefits.

Best of all: your investment supports economic development programming!
Investor of the Month
Coastal Helicopters
Coastal Helicopter's primary objective is to support local business and industry in Air Taxi and Charter Flying. Coastal provides air support for the local power company with over 45 miles of remote power lines. This often requires hovering in close proximity to the power lines and towers in adverse weather conditions to aid in troubleshooting line problems.

Coastal Helicopters also provides logistical support for the mining community in the form of transporting crews and geologists to remote areas for research and development and to transport supplies.

So much more than a tour company!
JEDC Board of Directors Open Seats for 2022
Available Seats

At-Large Seats: Three, 3-Year Terms
Labor Seat: One, 1-Year Term

Deadline to Apply: October 15

Send a current CV and letter stating your interest and relevant skills to the JEDC Board of Directors to Brian Holst at bholst@jedc.org. You will also need to complete a Boards and Commissions application with CBJ found here.
We will be recruiting four JEDC Board Members with terms starting in 2022.

JEDC Board Members are interviewed and recommended by the current JEDC Board and then appointed by the CBJ Assembly based upon their experience and expertise in fields relating to economic development, including but not limited to large and small business, entrepreneurship, mining, oceans products, tourism, research, banking and finance, engineering and construction, and government.
JEDC LOAN SERVICES
The purpose of the Child Care Loan Program is to create more childcare capacity in Juneau by assisting new or existing 
childcare providers to access, improve or expand the physical infrastructure needed to deliver a quality childcare program to more families.
The Southeast Alaska Revolving Loan Fund was launched in 1997 to bridge the gap between what banks will finance and what the business community needs. Our goal is to provide financing for viable projects that will create and retain quality jobs and help to diversify local economies in Southeast Alaska.
JEDC Platinum Investor
JEDC COMMUNITY OUTREACH
JEDC Gold Investor
Local Frequency
Good For You & Good for Business
Good for You: Earn a cash back reward every time you shop at participating merchant locations

Good For Business: Build and retain a loyal customer base and provide a unique marketing experience
Welcome to our newest merchants!

Providing delicious good quality authentic Thai cuisine to locals and visitors of Juneau.

Pizzas made using the highest quality ingredients. Bringing a strong appreciation for Italian living and eating after living in Italy.

A belief in empowering others, helping people find and become their best self. A Rising Tide Lifts all Boats.

Serving the best sushi in Juneau since 1997. Open for lunch and dinner. Take out and catering available. 
LOCAL FREQUENCY GIFT CARD
Treat a friend!
Find Local Frequency gift cards on the Juneau website.
JEDC Silver Investor
Welcome to the 2021-2021 FIRST Robotics season!
We are so excited for a new season with in-person tournaments and a game that reflects the challenges of getting what we need to the place we need it quickly and safely.
Check out the FIRST® LEGO® Season Launch Video

In CARGO CONNECT, FIRST® LEGO® League teams will re-imagine our global transportation system and explore ways of improving how we access and deliver needed and desired goods, making all communities more connected.
FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge - CARGO CONNECT - Robot Game Missions Video

Watch to learn the details of the FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge CARGO CONNECT Robot Game missions for the FIRST FORWARD season.
FIRST® Tech Challenge Teams
Kick Off Date: September 18
FIRST® Tech Challenge teams, get ready! Kickoff for the 7th-12th grade teams will be September 18, 2021. Keep an eye on the FIRST in Alaska Facebook page for details!
Support the FIRST® in Alaska Program
Along with These Statewide Sponsors
email Alyson Cooper STEM Coordinator at acooper@jedc.org
Indicator of the Month
Consumer Spending Continues to Rise Through July
Juneau consumer spending continued its upward trajectory through July, despite a significant rise in COVID-19 cases in the Borough. Consumer spending was down an average of 16% in February and has risen to just 6% down form normal seasonally adjusted levels.

Previous examinations of the relationship between COVID-19 case numbers and consumer spending have shown a moderately strong relationship between the two (more COVID-19 cases coincides with lower consumer spending). At the current rate of change, we would be expected to return to normal consumer spending levels in early November, although the recent spike in cases will likely set that milestone back.
 
About the data: This data comes from tracktherecovery.org, a project that compiles data relevant to the pandemic for a variety of geographical levels. The consumer spending metric is based off of credit card spending by card holders from associated zip codes for each borough. This means the consumer spending metric is a measurement of spending by locals and does not include any spending for non-CBJ residents. 

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JEDC
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Garrett Schoenberger, Chair
Dr. Karen Carey, Vice Chair
Jake Carpenter, Treasurer
Melissa Kookesh, Secretary
Mayor Beth Weldon
Alec Mesdag
Marc Guevarra
Alexander Kotlarov
Chris Dimond
Jill Weitz
Raymond Paddock III
Maria Gladziszewski, CBJ Assembly Liaison
JEDC Five Area's of Focus

  1. Help make Juneau a Great (capital) City
  2. Strengthen Key Regional Industries
  3. Develop Talent
  4. Promote Entrepreneurship & Small Business Development
  5. Deliver Economic Services

We invite you to invest in Juneau by becoming a JEDC Investor. Show your support of the work done to advance Juneau and Southeast Alaska's economy.
 
Supporting JEDC impacts the long-term economic success of Alaska's Capital City while creating a business climate that bolsters your business or organization.
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Juneau Economic Development Council
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