Juneau Economic Development Council (JEDC) is seeking a motivated expert in the visitor industry to support the sustainability of this sector in Southeast Alaska, including Juneau - the most visited city in Alaska during summer. This initiative involves collaboration with neighboring communities like Ketchikan, Sitka, and Skagway, as well as lesser-visited communities in the region. Reporting to the Executive Director, this individual will research, convene, and collaborate with recreation and tourism interests, communities, and agencies operating in and around Southeast Alaska, including the Tongass National Forest.

The Senior Regional Eldercare Coalition (SREC) is made of eldercare providers from across Southeast Alaska who have joined together to problem solve mutual issues, share information, and be a collaborative catalyst for change in the realm of eldercare services to support older adults in maintaining their independence at home for as long as possible.

According to Alaska's Department of Labor's data, for the first time in Juneau's history, the population of individuals aged 60 and above has surpassed the number of individuals under 20. This milestone highlights the importance of this work and emphasizes the need for this regional project.

Work is now underway as outreach to stakeholders and engaging in meaningful conversations about the project has begun. Tonya, SREC's Program Director, is also diligently researching the ongoing workforce efforts, both locally and nationally, to ensure we are well-informed and equipped to make a significant impact.

We would like to extend an invitation to those who are interested to join us for our monthly meeting. It will provide an excellent opportunity to meet others providing services to elders, exchange ideas, and collaborate on initiatives. Meetings are held the first Friday of each month at 8:30 AM. Contact Tonya below for more details.

Three positions are currently open for the SREC project. If you or someone you know possesses the necessary skills and passion for making a difference, we encourage applications.

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Our Mission

Quality

in all aspects of our shop, from customer service to coffee to food, and everything in between.

Sustainability

for the Tongass and our planet by providing compostable single-use products, participating in Juneau compost to reduce our food waste, and encouraging the community to refuse, reduce, reuse, and repurpose.

Community

is a basic need for every individual. This inspires us to cultivate a warm and welcoming place to gather, here in the shop, as well as within the greater Juneau community.

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The Juneau Economic Development Council (JEDC), who delivers the FIRST in Alaska program, is thrilled to announce that it has been one of five community organizations around the world awarded a STEM Equity Community Innovation Grant.

JEDC’s grant proposal stood out among many highly competitive applications, showcasing the organization's commitment to expanding STEM engagement for youth in the Bristol Bay region of Alaska. Our partnership with the Bristol Bay Regional Career and Technical Education (BBRCTE) Program has been instrumental in identifying the need for STEM opportunities in this remote area and devising a sustainable plan to meet those needs. This grant provides us with the opportunity to bring these programs to Bristol Bay and make a lasting impact on the students and communities we serve. Overall, FIRST in Alaska will work with four school districts in Bristol Bay to create FIRST LEGO League and FIRST Tech Challenge teams, impacting approximately 150+ students in the area

JEDC recognizes that achieving this goal still requires collaboration with local sponsors and air taxis to overcome the logistical challenges of operating in a remote area. By working closely with community partners, we will ensure that students have access to the resources, equipment, and transportation needed to participate in these program.

Interested in sponsoring FIRST in Alaska and helping Alaskan youth gain access to these programs? Click the link below.

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In 2022 Juneau's total average wages rose 4% compared to 2021 wages.



The Service Sector (+10.77%), Goods-Producing Sector (5.03%), and the Local and Tribal Sector (3.46%), all saw increases in monthly employment when compared to 2021. While the State of Alaska (-4.08%) and Federal Civilian (-.85%) monthly employment saw decreases when compared to 2021.

Juneau's unemployment rate dropped to 2.8% from 4.8% in 2021.

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"In 1887, the seven-year-old mining camp of Juneau enticed the owner of the Sitka Trading Company to open a branch on Front Street at the present location of Miners Mercantile, formerly Lyle’s. Its first manager made a name for himself that remains cemented in our history today.

Today the original 20-foot-high former bank building ceiling and tall windows provide soaring views of the mountains that inspired Betsy and Scott Fischer in the 1970s to name their outdoor store Foggy Mountain Shop. Fischers sold their downtown shop in 2014 to Sean Rielly and Courtney Nicholl, both long-time employees. When Sean and Courtney relocated the business to the Behrends Bank building from Franklin Street in 2022, they designed their sales counter to give customers great vistas of Mt. Juneau. On winter days they can watch their off-duty staff climb the steep mountain and frozen waterfalls that are clearly visible through the large windows."



For more details on one of Juneau's iconic buildings, check out Laurie Craig's latest installment of "Rooted in Community" in this week's Juneau Empire:

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Did you also know you can support STEM education in Juneau through the Alaska Development Corporation, a 501c3 Charity affiliated with JEDC? Choose Alaska Development Corporation via Fred Meyers or Local Frequency (or even your PFD via Pick Click Give) and support our wonderful Juneau programs!

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