Build Alaska's Future

Build Alaska’s Future - a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to transparency that fosters public trust, a strong workforce, and good governance.

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From broadband to bike lanes, our 2025 Storymap Series highlighted the projects transforming Alaska — safer streets, new schools, revitalized public spaces & more. Infrastructure is investment in our future. Explore the full series: https://t.co/xJ3oyDuVPS

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"I have 56 residents, but I have no less workload than Anchorage." Lorie Pierce is the City Manager & Clerk of Cold Bay, AK — a one-person office. She plows roads, runs the water plant, and fought to get clean drinking water for her community. https://t.co/m5B7cpO7U6 #Clerkstart

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Beth McEwen spent 25 years as a clerk in Juneau — and kept elections running through a pandemic with a staff of three.

Clerkstart’s mission is to ensure that people like Beth McEwen are able to continue their work without interruptions.

Learn more: https://t.co/m5B7cpO7U6

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Sitka's airport just doubled in size — and it's not done yet.

A $50M+ transformation of SIT expanded the terminal, tripled baggage claim, added 2 TSA lanes, and created gate lounges 5x larger. Phase 2 wraps this summer.

Our lifeline airport, built for the next generation.

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$4.7M federal grant awarded to advance the Don Young Port of Alaska Modernization Program

The Port serves 150+ communities — but aging, earthquake-damaged docks threaten Alaska's supply chain & food security.

Every $1 invested saves Alaskans ~$2.50 in shipping costs.

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Fairbanks City Clerk Dani Snider wants to bring local government into high school classrooms — because it's local government that affects us the most, and where we can effect the most change.

That's the heart of Clerkstart's mission.

Learn more at https://t.co/m5B7cpO7U6

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It's Work Zone Safety Awareness Week in Alaska! Slow down, move over, and look out for the workers building and maintaining our roads statewide. Thanks to Sen. Scott Kawasaki, who passed Alaska's Move Over Law in 2018 — inspired by a Fairbanks traffic flagger. #WorkZoneSafety

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No two days look the same in local government.

Soldotna City Clerk Johni Blankenship has 23+ years in public service - and the work never stops evolving.

Clerkstart creates pathways in through training & mentorship.

Learn more at https://t.co/rBcAI0AD8X.

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Use your voice to shape Alaska's future - fill out DCRA's community survey by April 11!

Your answers will help the State decide how to allocate local government support, services, and programs that directly affect how communities function.

https://t.co/oyro9nsw1V

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Meet Kotzebue's city clerk, Donald Jones.

Like lots of clerks in small communities, he wears many hats - keeping operations running smoothly, securing recovery funding after major storms, modernizing and bringing innovation to the community.

Learn more: https://t.co/wqDwvf0FBw.

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Meet Ginger McCormick - clerk for the City of Saxman.

City clerks keep Alaska's communities running. We created ClerkStart to raise awareness of these vital roles.

Watch our new video at https://t.co/rBcAI0AD8X. Then contact your local government and ask how you can help.

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Clerks are the backbone of Alaska’s communities - running elections, protecting records, and ensuring transparency.

But many communities face staffing shortages.

ClerkStart is introducing a new video spotlighting these unsung civic leaders: watch it at https://t.co/7FEFL5g5uC

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2025 showed that progress isn’t guaranteed.

That’s why we doubled down on transparency, good governance, and clear information on public funding. Over the next few days, we’ll share our 2025 accomplishments and 2026 goals.

See our full annual report at https://t.co/JRxO1RZJiW

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In Arctic cities, snow removal isn’t only a convenience—it’s essential infrastructure. Prompt clearing keeps people safe, sidewalks accessible, and the city moving after big storms. This is what a well-functioning winter city looks like. Thank you, Public Works Anchorage!

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New Elementary School Open in Anchorage!
Inlet View Elementary opened Jan. 6, replacing a school built in 1957. The new facility serves up to 289 students with modern classrooms, safety upgrades, and flexible learning spaces.
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Alaska DOT is advancing plans for a new dock in Cold Bay—critical infrastructure for ferry service, freight, fuel, and marine access in Southwest Alaska. Replacing an aging dock helps strengthen safety, reliability, and community connectivity.
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NOAA’s Arctic Report Card is out—and the data is clear: the Arctic is warming faster than anywhere else on Earth. Changes to sea ice, oceans, and permafrost have real implications for Alaska communities and our future.
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Rural Alaska schools are more than classrooms: they’re lifelines. Many serve as emergency shelters during storms & floods, but aging buildings threaten community safety. Strengthening these schools strengthens Alaska.
Read more: https://t.co/khrbQ4lWd6
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