RED AT THE ROUNDABOUT – More than 200 demonstrators rally at the roundabout Wednesday afternoon in support of raising the state’s contribution to public schools. The Sitka School District faces a shortfall of $1.5 million to $3.2 million in the 2025 budget, depending on the amount the Legislature finally approves. The School Board is obligated to submit a budget to the Sitka Assembly by next Wednesday. (Sentinel Photo by James Poulson)
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Daily Sitka Sentinel
May 17, 2021, Community Happenings
STE Opens Doors Today
At New Rental Kitchen
Sitka Tribal Enterprises, the business arm of Sitka Tribe of Alaska, hosted an open house today at its new Cottage Industry Development Center, located at the former tannery space, 4608 Halibut Point Road.
The new space includes a rental commercial kitchen and a classroom, which can be used to process and preserve fish and game, foraging, and garden harvests, as well as for lessons.
“Due to COVID-19, food security was identified as a real concern, especially for the island community of Sitka that is highly dependent on transportation,” Sitka Tribe of Alaska Economic Development Director Camille Ferguson said.
Ferguson, who was born and raised in Sitka, said the tribe “looked within our community and realized that we have an abundant amount of resources right in our own backyards. Sitkans have been harvesting seafood, game, and edible foods from shorelines and forest. What was missing for the community was a place to process foods that would maintain a safe shelf life, and benefit should we be faced with a shortage of foods. STE also realized harvesting and properly packaging for local stores would help with small businesses and create a cottage industry stimulating the economy.”
Sitka Tribal Enterprises used CARES Act funding for part of the projects. STE hired James Sturm and his crew at Dubs Handyman (Conner and Cory Nelson, with subcontractor Terry Elixman of Liberty Construction) to transform the space.
“The Dubs team went above and beyond to create the kitchen, putting in the extra effort and thinking of how people harvest and the type of commercial equipment that would be needed,” Ferguson said. “One highlight to the kitchen is the walk-in cooler that can hold up to six deer – perfect for aging the meat at a controlled temperature and keeping the meat safe from bears.”
Prices for renting the facility are available by emailing reservations@sitkatribe-nsn.gov and soon will be posted on the Sitka Tribe of Alaska website at http://www.sitkatribe.org.
Summer Expo
Slated Today at
Centennial Hall
Visit Sitka will host its Summer Expo 4-7 p.m. today at Harrigan Centennial Hall.
The trade-show-style event is being held for individuals and staff members of local businesses to learn about the activities and attractions available in Sitka this summer.
Vendors will be AC Lakeside, Alaska Raptor Center, Allen Marine Tours, Aspen Suites Hotel Sitka, Camp Starlight, Fortress of the Bear, Galanin + Klein, Sitka Chamber, Sitka Checkered Tours, Sitka Fishing Excursions, Sitka Maritime Heritage Society, Sitka National Historical Park, Sitka Sound Ocean Adventures, Sitka Sound Science Center, Sitka Trail Works, Sitka Tribal Tours, Visit Sitka and Westmark Sitka Hotel.
The public is invited to attend.
Kaagwaantaans Meet
The Sitka Kaagwaantaan will hold a clan meeting 3-4 p.m. Saturday, May 22, at Pioneer Park shelter, near Sea Mart.
The agenda will be fundraising, upcoming koo.eex, and a potential grant. For information, contact Harvey at 752-1200 or Akléi/Helen at 752-1781.
Plant Sale Set
At Pacific High
A plant sale will be held 1:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at Pacific High School. Plant starts are $3.
Attendees can park at the Cresent Harbor parking lot.
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April 2004
Photo caption: Luke Johnson helps Kathy Fournier as she removes trash from Swan Lake Saturday.
The Citywide Spring Cleanup this year included the lake cleanup by volunteers and was organized by Parks and Recreation Coordinator Lynne McGowan.
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April 1974
A 12-hour dance marathon sponsored by Sheldon Jackson College students will be held Saturday at Blatchley Junior High. .... Added attractions include twist and limbo contests. The city curfew will be extended until 1 a.m.