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Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Acronyms & Definitions ................................................................................................................................................... 3 1.1 Southeast Conference (SEC) ................................................................................................................................... 4 1.2 Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska (CCTHITA) ..................................................... 8 1.3 CEDS Steering Committee ...................................................................................................................................... 12 2.0 Southeast Alaska Overview ........................................................................................................................................ 15 2.1 Physical Geography .................................................................................................................................................. 15 2.2 Population & Labor Force ...................................................................................................................................... 15 2.3 Regional Facilities & Services ............................................................................................................................... 17 2.4 Infrastructure.............................................................................................................................................................. 23 2.5 Regional Economy .................................................................................................................................................... 33 Sealaska Corporation ...................................................................................................................................................... 46 3.0 Goals .................................................................................................................................................................................... 50 Goal 1: Community & Regional Development ....................................................................................................... 50 Goal 2: Economic Development .................................................................................................................................. 50 Goal 3: Quality Environment ........................................................................................................................................ 51 Goal 4: Workforce Development & Education ...................................................................................................... 51 4.0 Strategic Projects, Programs and Activities: Southeast Alaska Regional Action Initiatives (Objectives) .............................................................................................................................................................................. 52 4.1 Southeast Asset Map: Analysis of Economic Development Problems and Opportunities .......... 52 4.2 CEDS Plan of Action .................................................................................................................................................. 52 4.3 Performance Measures ........................................................................................................................................... 67 5.0 Community Profiles & Project Lists ........................................................................................................................ 70 5.1 Haines Borough .......................................................................................................................................................... 70 5.2 Hoonah-Angoon Census Area ............................................................................................................................... 72 5.3 Juneau, City & Borough ........................................................................................................................................... 87 5.4 Ketchikan Gateway Borough ................................................................................................................................ 91 5.6 Petersburg Census Area ......................................................................................................................................... 98 5.7 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area ............................................................................................................... 106 5.8 Sitka, City & Borough ............................................................................................................................................ 129 5.9 Skagway, Municipality of..................................................................................................................................... 132 5.10 Wrangell, City & Borough ................................................................................................................................. 134 5.11 Yakutat, City & Borough .................................................................................................................................... 138 Page 1 of 139 1.0 Introduction The purpose of a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) is to initiate and sustain a local planning and implementation process by which jobs are created, more stable and diversified economies are fostered, and living conditions are improved. A CEDS is a mechanism for coordinating economic developments activities and is a valuable tool for bringing focus to the planning and development efforts of these unique and diverse communities throughout the region. This CEDS has been prepared, in part, to meet a prerequisite for designation as an Economic Development District (EDD). EDD designation is necessary in order to qualify for Economic Development Administration (EDA) assistance under its public works, economic adjustment and planning programs. These 23 incorporated and 21 unincorporated communities that have been included in this regional plan are also eligible to seek funding under the EDD designation for projects that have been outlined in the CEDS. In 2000 Southeast Conference and Central Council Tlingit Haida Tribes of Alaska established a CEDS Steering Committee with representatives of various communities, Tribes, Native Corporations, non- profit organizations, professions, and industries to provide additional background information and to assist with the development of the goals, objectives and strategies. The first CEDS for Southeast Alaska was completed in June 2001. The result was a publication that gives a comprehensive overview of Southeast Alaska economic history, current developments, and future opportunities. Also included is a list of projects each Southeast Alaska community hopes to accomplish to improve the economic health of that community. The Southeast Alaska CEDS has been recognized nationally by EDA as an excellent example of a CEDS document. The preparation of this CEDS has been again undertaken as a joint project of Southeast Conference (SEC) and Central Council Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska (CCTHITA) with special assistance from Juneau Economic Development Council. The requirements of our respective economic development programs stipulate our participation in and the production of a regional economic development plan for Southeast Alaska. It was agreed that our region, our constituencies, and our organizations are best served by cooperating in the production of a single document. Although the CEDS has been jointly produced, each organization is individually responsible for the preparation of its own annual work plan for achieving mutual objectives and for evaluating and reporting progress in the CEDS updates. Insofar as the Southeast Conference is the designated Alaska Regional Development Organization (ARDOR) for Southeast, this CEDS has been prepared to fulfill the requirements for preparation of an ARDOR Regional Development Strategy. Page 2 of 139 Acronyms & Definitions ACRC – Alaska Coastal Rainforest Center AEA – Alaska Energy Authority AFN – Alaska Federation of Natives AK DOT&PF – Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities AKDCCED – Alaska Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development AMHS – Alaska Marine Highway System ANILCA – Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act ARDOR – Alaska Regional Development Organization BEDD – Business & Economic Development Department – Central Council C. N. A. – Certified Nursing Assistant CCTHITA – Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska CDL – Commercial Driver’s License CEDS – Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CWG – Cluster Working Group DNR – Department of Natural Resources EDA – Economic Development Administration EDD – Economic Development District HUD – U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development ISER – Institution for Social & Economic Research JEDC – Juneau Economic Development Council LIHEAP – Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program MMBF – Million Board Feet (lumber) MTAB – Marine Transportation Advisory Board NAHASDA – Native American Housing Self Determination Act PCE – Power Cost Equalization SATP – Regional Transportation Plan SEACC – Southeast Alaska Conservation Council SeAk Co. – Sealaska Native Corporation SEAPA – Southeast