Grants & funding in Alaska local government
What Alaska city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
179 Alaska meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Alaska with the most grants & funding activity
- Juneau city and, AK (57)
- Valdez, AK (30)
- Anchorage School District, AK (17)
- Houston, AK (17)
- Valdez, AK (12)
- Bethel Census Area, AK (12)
- Kodiak Unified School District, AK (12)
- Sitka, AK (8)
- Lower Kuskokwim School District, AK (8)
- Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK (3)
- Ketchikan, AK (1)
- Pelican, AK (1)
Latest matching meetings
Board to vote on $963K FAA grant for ATCT roof repair, elect officers
The Airport Board will vote on approving $50,697 in local match funding from the Airport Capital Reserve for a $963,247 FAA grant to replace the air traffic control tower roof. Board members will also elect officers for the coming year. Staff will present tenant comments on the Draft Master Plan, a non-federally…
School board approves FY27 budget revision with $11.6M in state funding
The Anchorage School Board approved a budget revision to allocate $11,658,787 in state funding, raising the total General Fund budget to $616,199,673. The funds will support classroom teachers, special education, and curriculum adoption.
Board to vote on reducing uninsured vessel surcharge to $1 per foot
The board will vote on a consent agenda including reducing the FY2027 uninsured vessel surcharge from $1.50 to $1.00 per linear foot, pursuing a submerged land lease for DIPAC at Amalga Harbor, and supporting two ADOT harbor facility grant applications for Echo Cove and Statter Phase 4. The board will also discuss a…
Uninsured vessel surcharge reduction to $1.00 per linear foot recommended
The Docks & Harbors Operations & Planning Committee will vote on three motions: pursuing a submerged land lease for DIPAC at Amalga Harbor, recommending a reduction of the uninsured vessel surcharge from $1.50 to $1.00 per linear foot for FY2027, and recommending the Assembly approve two ADOT harbor facility grant…
City Council discusses insurance renewal, engineering contracts, and land use permits
The City Council will review several financial and project items including property insurance and engineering services. The meeting includes a work session on the Valdez Lighthouse Project and discussions regarding temporary land use permits.
Council to discuss Trans Alaska Pipeline tax litigation in executive session
The Council will consider approval of major expenditures including property insurance renewal for $932,844 and contracts for baler replacement ($326,466) and scrap metal processing ($700,000). They will also vote on resolutions supporting a constitutional amendment to restructure the Alaska Permanent Fund and…
Utility Advisory Board to discuss funding update including proposed bond
The Utility Advisory Board meets to discuss updates on several projects, including Salmon Creek, pyrolysis, and Mendenhall Bank armoring. A key topic is the utility funding update, which includes a proposed bond. The board will also address members with expiring terms. This is a regular meeting with discussion items…
Committee reviews 2027 ADOT Harbor Facility Grant application and infrastructure projects
The Docks & Harbors Operations & Planning Committee will consider a 2027 ADOT Harbor Facility Grant application presented by the Port Director. The board will also discuss review packages for the Aurora Drive down‑float, a USACE tentative selection plan for breakwater replacement, and improvement plans for Douglas…
Commission to recommend $50,000 in beautification grants
The Beautification Commission will consider and vote on recommending funding for two Tier 1 applicants for the 2026 Beautification Matching Grant. Each recommendation is for $25,000, totaling $50,000. The recommendations will go to the City Council for final approval.
Council to vote on rezoning 14.51 acres near 1488 S Kenlar Rd to residential
The council will hold public hearings and vote on four ordinances: accepting a $21,035 grant, amending the FY26 budget by $49,551.70 for Station 9-3 feasibility, and changing mayor and deputy mayor compensation. New business includes a resolution to rezone 14.51 acres from Holding to Residential at 1488 S Kenlar Rd…
Board to vote on resolution to revise FY27 budget if state approves $700 student funding increase
The Anchorage School Board will consider a resolution directing the administration to revise the previously adopted FY27 budget if the Alaska Legislature approves a $700 increase to the Base Student Allocation before June 30, 2026. The resolution details how additional funds would be allocated to reduce class sizes…
Committee to discuss criteria for prioritizing non-federally eligible airport projects
The Airport Board Operations Committee will review proposed criteria for prioritizing non-federally eligible capital projects, focusing on safety, security, capacity, and sustainability. They will also discuss a list of terminal, landside, and airfield projects and potential funding pathways including airport revenues…
Valdez City Council discusses property tax rates and municipal code amendments
The City Council will consider establishing the 2026 real property tax rate and several municipal code updates. The meeting also includes certification of the May 5, 2026, regular municipal election results.
Board to vote on donating five launch ramp permits annually
The Docks and Harbors Board will vote on adopting a process to offer five donated launch ramp permits each year. They will also discuss an FY28 ADOT Harbor Facility Grant application and board member attributes for upcoming Assembly interviews. The meeting includes public participation and approval of prior minutes.
Finance Committee to discuss FY27 Eaglecrest budget
The Assembly Finance Committee is holding a worksession to discuss several funding items, including a follow-up on United Way grants, Youth Activity Grant funding, and the FY27 Eaglecrest budget. The meeting will also receive an updated budget calendar for informational purposes.
Commission discusses decorative lights and beautification grant recommendations
The Commission will discuss the maintenance or replacement of decorative lights on Egan Drive. Members will also vote on recommending two beautification grants to the City Council.
Commission to recommend $24K in beautification grants
The Beautification Commission will vote on recommending two grants to the City Council: $12,050 for Valdez Brewing and $12,500 for Captain Joe's Gas. They will also discuss maintenance or replacement of decorative lights on Egan Drive.
Youth Activities Board to score grants and allocate funding
The Youth Activities Board will meet to discuss and decide on scoring criteria for grant applications and allocation of available funds. No specific grant amounts or project names are listed on the agenda.
Port & Harbors Advisory Board to discuss raw fish tax and harbor improvements
The Port & Harbors Advisory Board will meet to continue discussions on the raw fish tax and identify harbor improvement projects for funding requests. The board will also consider the replacement of a finger float and a camera access policy.
Youth Activities Board to consider contingency grants for swimming
The board will consider contingency grant requests from four individuals for swimming. A subcommittee meeting and a session to meet with groups are also scheduled. The next meeting is set for April 15 at the Valley Library.
Assembly to consider $270,000 grant for summer childcare programs
This worksession agenda includes discussion of an ordinance to appropriate $270,000 from general funds for Juneau summer childcare programs via a grant to Southeast Childhood Collective. The committee will also discuss the Telephone Hill development timeline and a response from Goldbelt regarding the gondola project…
Council to vote on $59,672 design for No Name Hill road upgrade
The Houston City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one requiring the city clerk to attend executive sessions, and another appropriating $59,672 from the capital account fund balance for design work on No Name Hill from King Arthur to Bally Shannon. The consent agenda introduces ordinances…
Operations Committee reviews PFC projects and local capital funding priorities
The Airport Board Operations Committee will review and discuss the list of Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) projects proposed for the upcoming PFC-10 application and consider a motion to forward that list to the Airport Board. The committee will also examine non‑federally eligible capital projects that would require…
Finance Committee to discuss FY27 passenger fee, capital plan, and gondola update
The Assembly Finance Committee will meet on April 1, 2026 to discuss several financial items including export manufacturing exemptions, a gondola project update, the FY27 capital improvement plan, and the FY27 passenger fee proposal. The committee will also review the updated AFC budget calendar and assembly grants…
Assembly will introduce and refer FY27 budget appropriations and tax levy ordinances.
The Assembly will introduce three ordinances: one appropriating $551,169,100 for FY27 city and borough operations, another appropriating $97,248,400 for FY27 School District operations, and a third establishing a property tax mill rate of 9.92 mills for FY27. It will also introduce two resolutions—adopting the Capital…
Assembly to discuss FY2027 General Fund budget and award a grant
The Sitka Assembly will discuss and potentially decide on the FY2027 Draft Administrator's Budget for the General Fund and related funds. The body is also scheduled to award a FY26 Special Emergency Non-Profit General Fund Grant to the Sitka All-Terrain Riders.
Commission to consider the 2026 Beautification Matching Grant Program Packet
The Beautification Commission will meet to elect a Chair and Chair Pro Tempore. The commission will also review the 2026 Beautification Matching Grant Program Packet for approval.
Council to consider $6.33M contract for pavement management on Meals Avenue
The Valdez City Council will vote on a $6,330,803 contract with Wolverine Supply, Inc. for Pavement Management Phase IV on Meals Avenue, along with related professional services and a $3.447 million water well contract. Resolutions include declaring intent to reimburse capital expenditures from future borrowing…
Council to consider $6.3M pavement contract for Meals Avenue
The Valdez City Council will vote on several contracts, including a $6.33 million pavement management project for Meals Avenue and a $3.45 million water well pumping station. Resolutions include declaring intent to reimburse capital costs from future borrowing, accepting two fire department grants, and authorizing the…
Board approves Hazard Mitigation Grant for Ptarmigan Elementary generator replacement
The Anchorage School District Board will hold a regular session, approve the meeting agenda, receive student, military, and committee reports, and monitor math and reading proficiency. The board will hear public comment and then vote on a consent agenda that includes acceptance of several reports, minutes, and a grant…
City passes federal audit; treasurer resigns, new hires planned
Mayor reported a clean federal audit for February, though it is not yet official. The city is seeking to fill vacancies after resignations from the treasurer, two planning and zoning members, and two park and rec positions. A $50,741.55 payment from the state for the 2022 August Mat-Su flood was received. A new dump…
Valdez Tourism Task Force holds initial meeting to discuss funding and process
The Valdez Tourism Task Force is convening for its first meeting to select leadership and discuss the status of City funding for the Valdez Convention and Visitors Bureau. The body will also review funding models and outline next steps.
Valdez Tourism Task Force holds initial meeting to discuss funding and process
The Valdez Tourism Task Force will hold its first meeting to select leadership and discuss the status of City funding for the Valdez Convention and Visitors Bureau. The group will review funding models and outline next steps for the task force's operations.
Committee to decide on $750 JHRC funding for spring town hall
The Assembly Human Resources Committee will discuss and possibly act on a Juneau Human Rights Commission draft resolution about increasing engagement on CBJ boards and committees. It will also consider a $750 funding request for a spring town hall event on April 10, 2026, and provide guidance on an FY27 funding…
Committee to discuss 3% temporary sales tax and bond propositions for 2026 ballot
The Finance Committee will hear partner agency presentations from Travel Juneau, Juneau Community Foundation, and Small Business Development Center. They will receive an update on a Gastineau Human Services Assembly grant and discuss the FY27 grant process and deadlines. A key topic is the proposed 3% temporary sales…
Houston City Council to vote on $50,000 park improvement grant
The City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on three budget-related ordinances and discuss a property tax overpayment. The session includes an executive session regarding litigation in the City of Houston v. Joseph Stanistreet case.
Council to vote on $50,000 park grant, budget amendments, and executive session for lawsuit
The Houston City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on three ordinances: accepting a $50,000 grant for park improvements at the city campgrounds, appropriating a $1,078.18 capital credit from Matanuska Electric Association, and appropriating $896.50 for tax conference attendance. The council will also discuss…
Council to accept $50K grant for campground park improvements
The Houston City Council will vote on ordinances to accept a $50,000 grant from the Mat-Su Parks and Trails Foundation for park improvements at the city campgrounds and to appropriate a $1,078.18 capital credit from Matanuska Electric Association. The council will also consider a resolution authorizing the Mat-Su…
Council to introduce $50,000 grant for city campground park improvements
The City Council will introduce two ordinances regarding grant funds and budget appropriations. The body will also consider a resolution for borough-provided animal care services and a commission appointment.
SRRC reviews zoning changes and affordable housing loans
The Systemic Racism Review Committee meets to review a consent agenda of ordinances including zoning map amendments and affordable housing fund appropriations. The committee may pull legislation for further discussion and use a checklist to assess racial equity impacts before forwarding recommendations to the full…