Past Issues of JEDC News
Federal Shutdown Impacts: SNAP Benefits
The upcoming potential lapse in SNAP benefits would have a significant economic impact on Juneau, affecting approximately between 2,500 and 3,000 Juneau residents who currently receive an average of $323 per month.
VOTE on Tuesday, Oct.7 and let your voice be heard!
The Juneau Economic Development Council (JEDC) encourages everyone to exercise their right to vote. We believe that by participating in the democratic process, each individual can have a direct impact on shaping the future of our community.
2025 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood
As the waters of the Mendenhall flow normally again and our community assesses the impacts of this year’s Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF), JEDC is pleased to see that the 2025 event, while significant, resulted in notably less widespread damages than in 2024. This outcome underscores the importance of community preparedness, collaborative planning, and the resilient spirit that defines Juneau.
Community Land Trust Model for Juneau
Strategies to encourage the construction of more affordable housing is key for the future stability and growth of our economy. Community Land Trust (CLT) housing offer Juneau another tool to address our housing affordability crisis while maintaining community control over development.
2025 Legislative Satisfaction Survey
The Juneau Economic Development Council (JEDC) recently partnered with the Alaska Committee to survey all elected officials and staff of the 34th Alaska State Legislature about their satisfaction with Juneau and its amenities.
Learn What Non-Resident Miners Think About Juneau
Juneau relies on a significant number of nonresident workers (Figure 1), and the share of nonresident workers has been slowly increasing among all industries in Juneau. This indicates an increasing reliance on non-local labor, which has a negative economic impact due to less wages being re-circulated within the local Juneau economy.
Register for a JEDC STEM Summer Camp
STEM Summer Camps are filling up FAST! Claim your spot today! Entrepreneur and Trades camp opening this week!
STEM education strives to teach core concepts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, but STEM education, as a whole encompasses much more. Help make these “Pay as you can” camps accessible to all Juneau Youth who want to participate. To support our 2025 summer camps visit: www.akdevcorp.org/2025-summer-camp-sponsorship-form/
Save the Date: Juneau Maritime Festival
Celebrate Juneau’s rich maritime culture, history, and commerce with 80+ vendor booths, live music, FREE kid’s activities, beer garden, fresh grilled seafood, harbor cruises, tug-o-war, and special appearances by the One People Canoe Society, Yees Ku Oo Dancers, and maritime services, including the USCG and Navy!
Alaska Innovation Summit: The Business of AI
Join us at the Alaska Innovation Summit to discover how these cutting-edge technologies like generative AI and digital transformation can impact your business, sector, and more! Don’t miss the chance to learn from experts and gain insights that can help you stay ahead in your industry. Register now to secure your spot and start innovating for the future!
Also in this issue, choose Alaska Development Corportation when you Pick.Click.Give., view our economic indicator of the month, learn about Juneau’s new Widow/Widowers group, and share your voice on the Draft Assessment for Tongass Forest Plan Revision.
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