Shaktoolik, Alaska: Climate Change
Adaptation for an At-Risk Community
Alaska Sea Grant Program
Sources for Climate Change Adaptation Funding
and Technical Assistance
Prepared by
Alaska Sea Grant Program and
Glenn Gray and Associates
February 2014
1.0
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1
Background ................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2
How to Use this Report ................................................................................................................. 2
2.0
Funding Needs .................................................................................................................................. 2
2.1
Hazard Assessment and Emergency Response ............................................................................. 2
2.1.1
Hazard Assessment ............................................................................................................... 2
2.1.2
Emergency Response Plans ................................................................................................... 3
2.2
Community Planning ..................................................................................................................... 3
2.2.1
Community Plans .................................................................................................................. 3
2.2.2
Adaptation Planning.............................................................................................................. 3
2.3
“Stay and Defend” Projects........................................................................................................... 3
2.3.1
Utilities .................................................................................................................................. 4
2.3.2
Bulk Fuel Storage .................................................................................................................. 4
2.3.3
Landfill ................................................................................................................................... 4
2.3.4
Transportation ...................................................................................................................... 4
2.3.5
Buildings ................................................................................................................................ 4
2.3.6
Erosion Control ..................................................................................................................... 4
2.3.7
Local Observation Programs ................................................................................................. 5
3.0
Funding Sources ................................................................................................................................ 5
3.1
Federal Funding Sources ............................................................................................................... 5
3.1.1
Department of Agriculture.................................................................................................... 5
3.1.1.1
Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) ............................................................... 5
3.1.1.2
Rural Development Agency .............................................................................................. 6
3.1.2
Department of Commerce .................................................................................................... 7
3.1.2.1
NOAA, National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) ............................................................ 7
3.1.2.2
NOAA, Community-Based Restoration Program.............................................................. 7
3.1.2.3
NOAA, Office of Atmospheric Research, Climate Program Office ................................... 7
3.1.2.4
NOAA Sea Grant ............................................................................................................... 7
3.1.2.5
Economic Development Administration .......................................................................... 7
3.1.2.6
Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management ...................................................... 8
3.1.2.7
Broad Agency Announcement ......................................................................................... 8
3.1.2.8
Coastal Services Center (CSC) ........................................................................................... 8
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3.1.3
Department of Defense ........................................................................................................ 8
3.1.3.1
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) ............................................................................ 8
3.1.3.2
Innovative Readiness Training Program......................................................................... 10
3.1.4
Denali Commission.............................................................................................................. 10
3.1.5
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)............................................................................. 10
3.1.6
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HUD) ..................................................... 11
3.1.6.1
Administration for Native Americans............................................................................. 11
3.1.6.2
Indian Health Service ..................................................................................................... 12
3.1.7
Department of Homeland Security ..................................................................................... 12
3.1.7.1
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)......................................................... 12
3.1.8
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)............................................ 13
3.1.9
Department of the Interior (DOI) ....................................................................................... 13
3.1.9.1
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)......................................................................................... 14
3.1.9.2
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) .......................................................................... 14
3.1.9.3
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) ........................................................................................ 15
3.1.10
3.2
U.S. Department of Transportation ................................................................................... 15
3.1.10.1
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) ................................................................... 15
3.1.10.2
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ....................................................................... 15
State Agencies ............................................................................................................................. 15
3.2.1
Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) ......................... 15
3.2.2
Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development (DCCED) .................... 16
3.2.2.1
Division of Community and Regional Affairs .................................................................. 16
3.2.2.2
Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) ....................................................................................... 17
3.2.3
Department of Environmental Conservation...................................................................... 17
3.2.4
Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOTPF) ................................. 18
3.2.5
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) ...................................................................... 18
3.3
OTHER ......................................................................................................................................... 19
3.3.1
Bering Straits School District ............................................................................................... 19
3.3.2
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) .............................................................. 19
3.3.3
Norton Sound Economic Development Corporation (NSEDC) ............................................ 19
3.3.4
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative (AVEC) ......................................................................... 19
3.3.5
Kawerak, Inc. ....................................................................................................................... 19
3.3.6
Climate Solutions University ............................................................................................... 20
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3.3.7
Seventh Generation Fund ................................................................................................... 20
3.3.8
RurAL CAP............................................................................................................................ 20
3.3.9
Zender Environmental ........................................................................................................ 20
3.3.10
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF).................................................................. 20
3.3.11
Alaska Conservation Foundation ....................................................................................... 20
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Shaktoolik, Alaska - Climate Change Adaptation
for an At-Risk Community
Sources for Climate Change Adaptation Funding and Technical Assistance
1.0
Introduction
This document was prepared to fulfill one of the grant deliverables for the 2012-2013 Alaska Sea Grant
Project titled Shaktoolik Alaska Climate Change Adaptation for an At-Risk Community. It identifies
potential sources for funding for the community of Shaktoolik in its efforts to respond to increased risks
of flooding and erosion from climate change. While many funding sources do not specifically address
climate change issues, there may be opportunities to protect against flooding and erosion threats when
upgrading buildings, roads, utilities, and facilities. In addition, it identifies organizations that fund
climate change related initiatives. While prepared for Shaktoolik, this document may also be of use to
other at-risk communities in Alaska.
1.1
Background
Shaktoolik faces considerable threats of erosion and flooding, especially from fall storms due to a trend
of later freeze up of Norton Sound. The GAO found that at least 184 of Alaska’s 214 villages have
experienced some degree of erosion or flooding (GAO 2003).1 Government agencies consider Shaktoolik
as to be one of 4 communities in immediate need of relocation (GAO 2009), and the State of Alaska
Immediate Action Workgroup included it in the 6 top priority communities referenced in this document
as “at-risk communities.”2 A clear plan of action with widespread community and agency support will
increase Shaktoolik’s chances of receiving future funding.
Current efforts to reduce both state and federal budgets level combined with the number of at-risk
Alaska communities will result in extreme competition for limited funds.
At the time this document was written, community leaders agreed to focus their efforts on protection of
the existing community site from erosion and flooding rather than relocating the community. Interim
solutions being discussed by the community and government agencies include erosion protection
structures, an evacuation road and a multi-purpose shelter located in the community that would provide
shelter during a storm.
Since the community has decided not to pursue co-location or relocation at this time, this document
focuses on funding sources to implement a “protect in place” approach. That said, some of the funding
sources may also be useful to support construction of new infrastructure.
In addition to the funding programs identified in this paper, flood proofing or relocation efforts can be
funded through direct appropriations from either the State of Alaska or Congress.
1
The General Accounting Office (GAO) is an investigative arm of Congress that requested to study erosion and
flooding in Alaska villages.
2
The Immediate Action Workgroup is a workgroup of the Alaska Governor’s Sub-cabinet on Climate Change.
1.2
How to Use this Report
While some funding programs of state and federal agencies are relatively stable, others may only be
temporary programs. For that reason, this report provides a snapshot in time of programs available in
2013. Website addresses are provided with the recognition that some of these links will change with
time. If the links no longer work, it may be possible to find the current link by doing a web search on the
key words of the grant.
Grant programs often change, so communities seeking funding may wish to search the following sites.
 Listings of current federal grants available on www.grants.gov
 Community-related funding through the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and
Economic Development at http://commerce.alaska.gov/dca/grt/grantsMenu.cfm
 Tribal funding opportunities for climate change related projects at
http://envs.uoregon.edu/tribal-climate/
 Signup for the Denali Commission newsletter at http://www.denali.gov/
 Opportunities for private funding through the Foundation Center
http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/
The remainder of this document is organized under the following categories:
 Section 2 outlines funding needs for the community of Shaktoolik. While some of these needs
may be shared by other at-risk communities, this section focusses on the current situation facing
Shaktoolik.
 Section 3 describes federal and state funding sources for erosion control, flood protection and
relocation by agency.
2.0
Funding Needs
2.1
Hazard Assessment and Emergency Response
At-risk communities in Alaska need funding to complete plans that will help them prepare for storm
events, flooding and erosion. In addition, some funders require completion of specific plans before they
will provide funding in response to an event.
2.1.1 Hazard Assessment
An accurate assessment of natural hazards is imperative in order for a community to plan adequately for
a storm or another natural hazard. FEMA requires completion of a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan before a
community can be eligible for certain funding.
 Local Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan: This plan, completed in October 2009 by WHPacific and
Bechtol Planning and Development, provided an initial assessment of natural hazards. Updates
to this plan are required.
 Alaska Baseline Erosion Assessment: This 2006 study completed by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, included a Community Erosion Assessment for Shaktoolik and other at-risk
communities.
 Shaktoolik Coastal Flooding Analysis: This study, completed in 2011 by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, provides a site-specific analysis of flooding and erosion threats.
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2.1.2 Emergency Response Plans
Community planning in response to erosion and flooding hazards is necessary in order to evaluate
options and plan a future course of action.
 Emergency Operations Plan: This plan, completed by Ecology and Environment in 2010,
describes how the community will respond to emergencies resulting from all types of hazards.
 Continuity of Operations Plan: This plan, completed by Ecology and Environment in 2010,
indicates how the community will provide essential services during emergency response and
recovery.
 Evacuation Plan: This plan, completed by Ecology and Environment in 2010, describes efforts
that will be taken for partial or full-community evacuations.
2.2
Community Planning
Communities often complete strategic or comprehensive plans to create a vision for the future and a
roadmap for getting to that vision. Some funders require a current community plan before funding
community improvements.
2.2.1 Community Plans

Local Economic Development Plan: Kawerak, the regional tribal nonprofit organization, works
with communities in the Norton Sound and Bering Strait region to develop local economic
development plans. In practice, these plans address other issues in addition to the local
economy. During 2013, Kawerak was updating the 2006-2011 plan which was written in 2006.
2.2.2 Adaptation Planning
Some at-risk communities in northern Alaska and Canada are planning to respond to increases threats of
erosion and flooding caused in part by changing climate conditions. These plans are not required, but
are instrumental in helping communities develop a step-by-step process to respond to flooding and
erosion.
 Shaktoolik Planning Project: The Kawerak Transportation Department hired Glenn Gray and
Associates to help the community plan for storms, flooding and erosion. This one-time project
resulted in a Situation Assessment and documentation of initial steps the community plans to
take to respond to flooding and erosion.
 Sea Grant Project: In 2012, the Alaska Sea Grant program teamed with Glenn Gray and
Associates to complete an adaptation plan to respond to flooding and erosion risks associated
with Climate Change.
 Multipurpose Facility: The Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic
Development funded a project to investigate the feasibility of a multipurpose building that could
also serve as an emergency shelter.
 Alaska Community Coastal Protection Project: This project will continue flooding and erosion
planning efforts for Shaktoolik.
2.3
“Stay and Defend” Projects
Shaktoolik has decided to “state and defend” the current site of the community against threats from
flooding and erosion. In order to protect the community infrastructure and provide basic public safety
needs,
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2.3.1 Utilities
In order to protect the community during an extreme flooding event, public utilities will need to be
upgraded or replaced. For example, it may be necessary to raise electrical lines above the anticipated
flood level. Septic systems may also need refurbishing to ensure that tanks do not float above ground
during a flood. Telecommunications may also need upgrading to ensure operations during storms.
The current water system may also need to be upgraded to respond to flooding and erosion. The
community has expressed concerns that continued beach erosion at the old site could breach the
peninsula and jeopardize the current source of water at the area known as First Ben.
2.3.2 Bulk Fuel Storage
The community has two bulk fuel storage facilities that need to be upgraded. The first facility, located at
the south end of town, includes tanks owned by the Shaktoolik Native Corporation, the Native Village of
Shaktoolik, the City of Shaktoolik, and the Bering Straits School District. The second tank farm is located
next to the Alaska Village Electric Cooperative (AVEC) power plant. None of the tanks meeting Coast
Guard standards, liners are in need of replacement, and several of the tanks are no longer used because
of their poor condition. Coastal storms of 2003, 2004 and 2005 brought driftwood a few feet from both
storage facilities. A larger storm could damage the tanks further and lead to a petroleum spill. The
community’s 2006 -2011 economic plan listed consolidation of the fuel tanks away from the coast as its
top priority.
2.3.3 Landfill
Although relatively new, the Shaktoolik landfill could use some improvement, including an enhanced
burn unit. No analysis has been done about impacts to the landfill from flooding.
2.3.4 Transportation
Transportation systems provide an important role for movement within the community as well as
evacuation from the community during an extreme event. A portion of the apron at the current airport
was placed within the active zone of the shoreline and is subject to flooding during severe storms. Boats
could provide an option for evacuation or refuge during a storm, but there has not been an analysis of
the feasibility of this option. Initial work has been done to investigate an evacuation road, but the
community has determined to pursue other options because the route could be dangerous during
storms.
2.3.5 Buildings
Floodproofing will be necessary to protect buildings in the community from a severe flooding event.
Buildings may need to be raised, anchored and armored to prevent damage from debris. Initial designs
have been completed for a multi-purpose building that could also serve as an emergency shelter.
2.3.6 Erosion Control
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers estimates that the shoreline in front of the community is eroding at a
rate of 2-feet per year. This prediction depended on a limited set of aerial photos, and there may be a
need for additional funding to reevaluate the erosion potential for this area.
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If it is verified that the area in front of the community is eroding, it will be necessary to implement
erosion protection measures. Possible responses include construction of berms vegetated with native
materials, beach nourishment or construction of revetments or groins. In addition, the area at the
former village site is currently experiencing erosion along the beach and along the river. Funding will be
needed to complete feasibility studies to evaluate erosion control options as well as to implement the
option that is selected.
2.3.7 Local Observation Programs
Local environmental observation programs are growing throughout Alaska. The programs depend on
local observers to record weather, flood levels and anomalies. While some of these programs depend on
volunteer labor, funding is necessary to provide equipment.
3.0
Funding Sources
This section summarizes potential funding sources to complete community responses to flooding and
erosion as well as research about climate impacts. Section 3.1 summarizes federal funding
opportunities, and Section 3.2 addresses state funding opportunities.
3.1
Federal Funding Sources
Federal funding sources are listed by department and then by agency within that department.
3.1.1 Department of Agriculture
3.1.1.1
Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS)
Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Programs: The goals of these programs are to
prevent flood and erosion damage and further conservation and use of land and water. The programs
provide technical and financial assistance to public and private landowners, state or local governments,
and Alaska Native tribes or tribal organizations. The Small Watershed Program requires a sponsoring
local organization. Eligible projects must employ measures that are adequate, safe, economically and
environmentally defensible, and technically sound and must meet other requirements in federal
statutes and regulations. http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb1045263.pdf
http://www.ak.nrcs.usda.gov
Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants: This program assists rural communities that have
experienced a significant decline in quantity or quality of drinking water due to an emergency or an
imminent threat. http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWP-ecwag.htm
Conservation Technical Assistance: This program provides technical assistance for activities that use
natural resources. The assistance is in the form of resource assessment, practice design, resource
monitoring. http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/technical/
Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program (WHIP): This program provides technical assistance and up to 75%
cost share for programs that improve fish and wildlife habitat.
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/detail/national/programs/financial/whip/?cid=nrcs143_008423
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3.1.1.2
Rural Development Agency
The Rural Development Agency provides a number of grant opportunities to communities, including the
programs listed below.
Water and Wastewater System Grants: This program funds water and waste disposal systems in rural
Alaska villages to develop and construct water and wastewater systems to correct dire health and
sanitation conditions. http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWP-AlaskanVillage.html
Rural Alaska Village Water and Waste Disposal Grants: The goals of this program are to help rural
Alaska villages remedy dire sanitation conditions using funds made available specifically for this purpose.
Grant funds construct, enlarge, extend, or otherwise improve rural water, sanitary sewage, solid waste
disposal, and storm wastewater disposal facilities. In addition, Grant funds construct, relocate, or make
other public improvements necessary for the successful operation or protection of such facilities. To
qualify, a dire sanitation condition must exist and a community must meet the definition of a village.
Hub communities with populations exceeding 600 may also be eligible if dire sanitation conditions exist.
This funding requires a 25% match with funds from the Alaska Village Safe Water Program or other
nonfederal sources. http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWEP_HomePage.html
http://www.state.ak.us/dec/water/vsw
Water and Waste Disposal Loans and Grants: The program assists public entities such as municipalities,
boroughs, special purpose districts, Native tribes, and nonprofits in rural areas or cities. It provides loan
and grant funds to construct or improve rural water, sanitary sewage, solid waste disposal, and storm
wastewater disposal facilities, and to construct, relocate, or make other public improvements necessary
for the successful operation or protection of such facilities. Cities, boroughs, federally recognized Alaska
Native tribes, and nonprofit corporations are eligible.
USDA Community Facilities Program: This program provides low interest long-term loans and grants to
fund essential community services, which can include roads, bridges, public safety facilities, medical
facilities, libraries, town halls, emergency shelters, etc.
http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWEP_HomePage.html
Water and Environmental Programs: This program provides loans and grants for drinking water,
sanitary sewer, solid waste and storm drainage facilities for rural communities.
http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWEP_HomePage.html
Housing and Community Assistance: This program provides loans and grants to assist rural communities
in providing adequate housing and community facilities.
http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/LP_Subject_HousingAndCommunityAssistance.html
Rural Repair and Rehabilitation Loans and Grants: This program provides funding to low income
homeowners to improve dwellings or remove health and safety issues. Check to see if this could be
used to elevate buildings. http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/HAD-RR_Loans_Grants.html
Housing Preservation Grants: This program provides grants for the repair or rehabilitation of low
income housing. http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/HAD-HPG_Grants.html
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Predevelopment and Planning Grant: This program provides funding for developing a complete
application for a project. http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWP-predevelopment.htm
Special Evaluation Assistance for Rural Communities and Households Grants: This program provides
funding for planning a solid waste site.
Revolving Fund Water and Waste Loan: This program provides loans for development of solid waste
facilities.
Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants: This program assists rural communities that have
experienced a significant decline in quantity or quality of drinking water due to an emergency.
http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWP-ecwag.htm
Solid Waste Management Grants: This program provides grants for technical assistance and training to
reduce or eliminate pollution of water resources and improve planning and management of solid waste
sites. http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/UWP-solidwastemangement.htm
3.1.2 Department of Commerce
3.1.2.1 NOAA,3 National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
The NMFS may provide grants that benefit local communities such as Shaktoolik.
http://alaskafisheries.noaa.gov/alaskagrants/default.aspx
Several times each year, NMFS solicits proposals for habitat conservation projects.
http://www.habitat.noaa.gov/funding/northwest.html
3.1.2.2
NOAA, Community-Based Restoration Program.
This funding for on-the-ground habitat restoration projects could possibly be used for erosion control
projects that also improve habitat. www.habitat.noaa.gov/funding/crp.html
3.1.2.3
NOAA, Office of Atmospheric Research, Climate Program Office
The Climate and Societal Interactions Program provides financial assistance for research, outreach and
education activities that enhance the capacity of key socioeconomic sectors to plan and respond to
climate change through the use of climate information and related decision-support resources.
http://cpo.noaa.gov/GrantsProjects.aspx
3.1.2.4
NOAA Sea Grant
The university-based Sea Grant Program occasionally provides funding that may be of use to Alaska
communities. The Community Climate Adaptation Initiative funded the Alaska Sea Grant Program for
the 2012-2013 Shaktoolik adaptation project.
http://www.seagrant.noaa.gov/whatwedo/climate/cccai.html
3.1.2.5
Economic Development Administration
Economic Adjustment Assistance Program: This program provides funding for communities
experiencing adverse economic changes, including but not limited to changes caused by federally3
NOAA stands for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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declared disasters. This assistance could involve building erosion or flood control structures to protect
village commercial structures, such as canneries.
www.eda.gov/AboutEDA/Programs.xml
Public Works and Economic Development Program: This program supports the construction, expansion,
and/or upgrade of essential public infrastructure and facilities, and provides project investment
matching grants. The maximum rate generally is 50%-80%; tribal entities may be eligible for a higher
rate. Applicants are public entities such as state, boroughs, municipalities, tribal entities, and certain
categories of nonprofits. To be considered for an investment, there must be a current approved
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the geographic area from which the
applicant is applying. Project proposals are submitted to the Anchorage EDA office for review and then
to the Seattle Regional Office for recommendation to the headquarters for approval. There is a
preference for high local match and low-cost jobs. Alaska competes for EDA funds in the Seattle Region
geographic territory.
http://www.eda.gov/PDF/FY_2012_EDAP_FFO_11-18-11_FINAL.pdf
3.1.2.6
Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management
This office provides funding that could be used to address impacts of climate change. This funding would
be available to Alaska communities if the State of Alaska were to reinstitute its coastal management
program. http://coastalmanagement.noaa.gov/
3.1.2.7
Broad Agency Announcement
This grant program provides funding for special projects associated with NOAA’s strategic goals,
including climate change adaptation. http://www.csc.noaa.gov/funding/_pdf/current/baa_ffo_20122013.pdf
3.1.2.8 Coastal Services Center (CSC)
The CSC provides training and other services to state and local governments to address natural hazards.
http://www.csc.noaa.gov/about/index.html
3.1.3 Department of Defense
3.1.3.1
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
The USACE has played a major role in designing erosion control structures and conducting relocation
studies for Alaska’s at-risk communities.
Section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946 provides authority for the USACE to construct emergency
shoreline and stream bank protection works to protect public facilities, such as bridges, roads, public
buildings, sewage treatment plants, water wells, and non-profit public facilities, such as churches,
hospitals, and schools. The maximum Federal expenditure at any one site is $1,500,000. The Feasibility
Study is 100 percent federally funded up to $100,000. The local sponsor is required to provide 50% of
feasibility costs over that initial $100,000, and 35% of the implementation costs of developing plans and
specifications and construction. The allowable action is the alternative that provides the required result
at the least cost provided the solution is less costly than re-location of the affected facilities
https://www.cfda.gov/index?s=program&mode=form&tab=step1&id=7ba50e5ed3a412dce7c6187479c96a84
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Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 provides the USACE authority to plan and construct small
flood damage reduction projects. There are two types of projects: structural and nonstructural.
Structural projects may include levees, flood walls, and diversion channels. Nonstructural alternatives
have little or no effect on water surface elevations and include floodproofing, relocation of structures,
and flood warning systems. Projects require a detailed investigation of engineering feasibility,
environmental acceptability and economic justifications. Federal funding covers the initial feasibility
study costs up to $100,000. The non-Federal sponsor is required to provide 50% of all study costs in
excess of that initial $100,00. The Maximum total federal expenditure is $7 million with a local cost
share of 35% with at least 5% of that in cash. The allowable action is the risk reduction alternative that
provides the greatest benefit in excess of cost over the life of the project.
https://www.cfda.gov/?s=program&mode=form&tab=step1&id=2216ee03c69db437c431036a5585ede6
Section 208 of the Flood Control Act of 1954 provides funding for the USACE to conduct flood control
activities such as clearing, snagging, or channel excavation. Limited embankment construction can be
provided by utilizing the materials from the cleaning operation. The first $40,000 of planning and design
analysis costs is provided at federal expense. Each project is limited to a total Federal cost of $500,000.
A 35% match is required.
Section 103 of the U.S. River and Harbor Act of 1962 provides authority for the USACE to provide
assistance to develop structural and non-structural measures for publicly owned property by
constructing revetments, groins and jetties, periodic sand replenishment, and non-structural actions like
flood-proofing, relocation or raising buildings, etc. Each project requires a feasibility study with the first
$100,000 at full Federal cost, and any remaining study work at a 50% cost share with the sponsor.
Federal participation is limited to not more than $3 million, and a 35% match is required for all
implementation costs (design and construction).
https://www.cfda.gov/index?s=program&mode=form&tab=step1&id=de50d106792bf01c0d24133395c1
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Section 116 Funding: While USACE was previously funded to address erosion problems in Alaska at full
federal expense through a program known as Section 117 funding, Congress repealed this funding
program in early 2009.4 Congress replaced this funding authorization in October 2009 with a legislative
provision known as Section 116 funding.5 The 2009 legislation requires no more than a 35% match
requirement of non-federal funds for Alaska erosion control and relocation projects, but it does not
appropriate any funds for this purpose. Agency guidance requires a positive cost-benefit analysis for
new projects and a 35% match for project implementation (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 2010a).
Studies that lead to a Section 116 authorized project must be funded at a 50% cost share with the
nonfederal sponsor.
4
Section 117 was authorized by the 2005 Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, but Shaktoolik was
not one of the villages included in this funding (GAO 2009).
5
Section 116 is part of H.R. 3183: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
that was passed by Congress on October 28, 2009.
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Section 203 (Tribal Partnership) Program: This study authorization provides a small annual funding
authorization for performing studies in cooperation with Indian Tribes and heads of other agencies, to
determine the feasibility of water resource development projects that will benefit Indian tribes and are
located primarily within Indian country or in proximity to Alaskan Native Villages. This authority covers
all Corps of Engineers water resource development authorities and also applies to performance of
watershed studies. The first $100,000 to identify the concern and determine eligibility is at full Federal
cost. All remaining expenditures are at a 50% cost share with the sponsor. This authority does allow the
recommendation of projects for execution under existing authorities. However, the Secretary of the
Army is to “consider the authorities and programs of the Department of the Interior and other Federal
agencies in studies and in recommendations for carrying out of projects.”
Flooding Study: The USACE may be involved in site-specific studies using other funds, such as the 2011
Shaktoolik Flooding Analysis which was funded by the Western Federal Lands Highway Division (WFLHD)
under the IRR program, and managed locally by the Denali Commission for WFLHD.
3.1.3.2
Innovative Readiness Training Program
The directorate of Civil-Military Programs oversees the Innovative Readiness Training program
(http://irt.defense.gov/). In an effort to train troops, this program also fills community needs. For
example, this program provided assistance to the community of Newtok in its relocation efforts to
Metarvik. The Marine Corps Reserve, in coordination with the Army National Guard, the Air National
Guard and the Navy assisted in the building of a community building and a pioneer road to the new
village site. Another example is the Arctic Care program that provides medical assistance to underserved
Native populations in Alaska.
3.1.4 Denali Commission
The Denali Commission, established by Congress in 1998, is an independent federal agency that is
designed to provide critical utilities, infrastructure, and economic support for Alaska’s remote
communities. The Commission is primarily funded by congressional appropriations through the Energy
and Water appropriations committee, but is also receives funds from the USDA and other sources. The
Commission has the following programs: Energy, transportation, health facilities, training, and solid
waste. Communities may sign up for the Commission’s newsletter to receive grant announcements.
http://www.denali.gov/
3.1.5 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Indian General Assistance Program (IGAP): The IGAP program provides general assistance grants to
tribal governments to build capacity to administer environmental regulatory programs that may be
delegated by the EPA. http://yosemite.epa.gov/R10/TRIBAL.NSF/Grants/IGAP#ggap
Brownfields: EPA's Brownfields Program provides direct funding for brownfields assessment, cleanup,
revolving loans, and environmental job training. Brownfields are areas where redevelopment or reuse
may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or
contaminant. This program could possibly apply to the tank farm sites if they are relocated.
http://www.epa.gov/brownfields/grant_info/index.htm
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Smart Growth: The EPA Office of Sustainable Communities sometimes offers grants to promote human
health and the environment. http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/grants/index.htm
Science to Achieve Results (STAR): EPA’s STAR program funds projects that focus on research to
develop sustainable solutions to environmental problems affecting tribes:
http://www.epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2013/2013_star_tribal.html
Clean Water Indian Set-Aside Grant Program: This program provides funding for wastewater
infrastructure to tribes. It is in cooperation with the Indian Health Service (IHS).
http://water.epa.gov/type/watersheds/wastewater/Clean-Water-Indian-Set-Aside-Grant-Program.cfm
Clean Water Section 106 Tribal Water Pollution Control Program: This program provides assistance for
water quality issues, including groundwater and wetland protection.
http://www.epa.gov/owm/mab/indian/cwa106.htm
5 Star Restoration Program: This program supports environmental education and training through
projects that restore wetlands and streams.
http://water.epa.gov/grants_funding/wetlands/restore/index.cfm
Drinking Water Infrastructure Grants Tribal Set-Aside: This program funds community water systems.
http://water.epa.gov/grants_funding/dwsrf/allotments/tribes.cfm
Climate Change: EPA hosts a Tribes and Climate change web page that identifies funding opportunities.
http://www4.nau.edu/tribalclimatechange/resources/funding.asp
State and Local Climate and Energy Program: This program provides technical assistance, analytical
tools, and webinars about responses to climate change. http://www.epa.gov/statelocalclimate/
3.1.6 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HUD)
Community Challenge Grants: This program funds projects that promote sustainable communities
including revisions to zoning and building codes.
http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/sustainable_housing_communities/HUDDOT_Community_Challenge_Grants
3.1.6.1
Administration for Native Americans
This agency provides grants for social and economic development strategies and environmental
regulatory enhancement. Program announcements are goal-category specific. Categories are:
 Social and Economic Development Strategies (SEDS).
 SEDS, Tribal Governance (SEDS-TG).
 SEDS, Assets for Independence (SEDS-AFI).
 Native Language Preservation and Maintenance.
 Native Language Preservation and Maintenance, Ester Martinez Initiative.
 Environmental Regulatory Enhancement.
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Tribal entities and private nonprofit agencies with Native entity status are eligible. Alaska Region III has a
website that lists free pre-development and pre-application workshops with current dates and Alaska
training locations. Nonprofit organizations are eligible if the majority of board seats are held by Alaska
Natives. Building funds are ineligible for funding, but construction design is eligible. Free telephone
technical assistance is also available. Grant applications can be submitted in hard copy and via
http://www.grants.gov. http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ana/grants/funding-opportunities
3.1.6.2
Indian Health Service
This agency operates grant programs to promote health.
http://www.ihs.gov/dgm/index.cfm?module=dsp_dgm_funding
Sanitation Facilities Construction: This program provides assistance to Native communities for essential
water supply, sewage disposal, and solid waste disposal facilities. http://www.ihs.gov/dsfc/
3.1.7 Department of Homeland Security
3.1.7.1
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA provides assistance to meet housing and personal property–related needs after a disaster.
Disaster assistance is money or direct assistance to individuals, families, and businesses in an area where
property has been damaged or destroyed and where losses are not covered by insurance. It is meant to
help with critical expenses that cannot be covered in other ways. To qualify for assistance, losses must
have occurred in an area covered by a disaster declaration. There are two types of disaster assistance,
“Housing Needs” and “Other than Housing Needs.”
http://www.fema.gov/about/regions/regionx/index.shtm
Preparedness Grants: State and local governments are eligible to receive grants to enhance emergency
response.
 Assistance to Firefighters Grants are available to fire departments for response to fires and
emergencies. http://www.fema.gov/fy-2012-homeland-security-grant-program#0
 The State Homeland Security Grant Program provides grants to state homeland security
organizations for planning, organization, equipment, training and exercise needs.
http://www.fema.gov/fy-2012-homeland-security-grant-program#0
 The Emergency Management Performance Grants Program provides grants to states that may
be used by local and tribal governments to prepare for all hazards. http://www.fema.gov/fy2012-emergency-management-performance-grants-program
 The Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program provides funds to states, territories, Indian tribal
governments, communities, and universities for hazard mitigation planning and the
implementation of mitigation projects prior to a disaster event. http://www.fema.gov/predisaster-mitigation-grant-program
Response and Recovery:
 The Public Assistance Grant Program provides funding to state, local and tribal governments to
enable recovery from major disasters declared by the President. State, local and tribal
governments are eligible for this program. Facilities covered include roads, utilities, airports,
schools, and buildings. http://www.fema.gov/public-assistance-local-state-tribal-and-non-profit
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The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program provides funding to states and local government to
implement long-term hazard mitigation measures to reduce the loss of life and property after a
major disaster is declared http://www.fema.gov/hazard-mitigation-grant-program
The Disaster Survivor Assistances program provides financial or direct assistance to individuals
whose property has been damaged or destroyed from a federally-declared disaster.
http://www.fema.gov/what-disaster-assistance
The Flood Mitigation Assistance Program provides funding to states and communities to reduce
or eliminate long-term risk of flood damage to structures insured under the National Flood
Insurance Program http://www.fema.gov/flood-mitigation-assistance-program
The Repetitive Flood Claims Program provides funds to assist states and communities reduce
flood damages to insured properties that have had one or more claims to the National Flood
Insurance Program. http://www.fema.gov/repetitive-flood-claims-program
The Severe Repetitive Loss Program provides provide funding to reduce or eliminate the longterm risk of flood damage to severe repetitive loss structures insured under the National Flood
Insurance Program. http://www.fema.gov/severe-repetitive-loss-program
3.1.8 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
HUD offers a number of grant programs including the Indian Development Block Grant program.
Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG): This program provides assistance to Indian tribes
and Alaska Native villages in the development of viable communities, including decent housing, a
suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for people of low and
moderate income. It primarily provides construction grants, except for economic development projects,
where there is added flexibility. The maximum grant amount is $600,000. There are grant categories for
housing, community facilities, economic development, and imminent threat to health and safety. ICDBG
funds are distributed as annual competitive grants. Funds are allocated to each of the six Area Offices of
Native American Programs (AONAP), so applicants compete for funding only with other tribes or eligible
Indian entities within their area.
http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/public_indian_housing/ih/grants/icdbg
Imminent Threat Grants: The ICDBG also has an Imminent Threat Funding program (ICDBG) Imminent
Threat (IT) grants are intended to alleviate or remove threats to health or safety that require an
immediate solution as described at 24 CFR Part 1003, subpart E. The grants provide a solution to
problems of an urgent nature that were not evident at the time of the ICDBG Single Purpose funding
grant cycle or require immediate action. If funds are provided for IT grants and the criteria are met, the
request may be funded until the amount set aside for this purpose is expended.
http://www.hud.gov/local/nd/library/icdbgthreat.pdf
Community Development Block Grant Program: HUD provides funding for this program which is
managed by the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development (See Section
3.2.2).
3.1.9
Department of the Interior (DOI)
A number of agencies within DOI provide grants for communities and tribes. In addition to individual
agency programs, the DOI administers Landscape Cooperatives described below.
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Landscape Conservation Cooperatives: The DOI created landscape conservation cooperatives to
respond to region-wide stressors, including climate change. The landscape cooperatives coordinate
scientific efforts and in some cases prioritize research initiatives. There are 5 landscape cooperatives in
Alaska, and Shaktoolik is within the boundaries of the Western Alaska Landscape Conservation
Cooperative. The LCCs occasional have funding opportunities for research that are open to tribes.
3.1.9.1
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
The BIA administers a number of programs that may be of use to Shaktoolik.
Indian Reservation Roads (IRR) Program: The BIA jointly administers the IRR program with the Federal
Highway Administration. http://www.bia.gov/WhoWeAre/BIA/OIS/Transportation/index.htm Funding
for this program in the region is coordinated by the Kawerak Transportation Program
(http://www.kawerak.org/servicedivisions/csd/trans/index.html). The program funds planning,
designing, construction, and maintenance activities for public roads.
Road Maintenance Program: This program provides funding for maintaining and repairing roads,
culverts, and airstrips to provide a foundation for economic development, and may be used to mitigate
effects of subsidence and permafrost thaw. www.bia.gov/WhoWeAre/BIA/OIS/Transportation
www.bia.gov/WhoWeAre/RegionalOffices/Alaska/index.htm
Environmental Project Program: The BIA Alaska Region provides grants for environmental projects.
3.1.9.2
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)
The USFWS manages a number of grant programs, including programs for local governments and tribes
related to the benefit of wildlife and their habitat. While not directly related to climate change, it is
possible that a habitat improvement program could also reduce flooding or erosion risks.
(http://www.fws.gov/grants/; http://www.fws.gov/nativeamerican/grants.html). In addition, the
agency manages the Coastal Impact Assistance Program and described below.
Coastal Impact Assistance Program (CIAP): The CIAP provided funds from federal Outer Continental
Shelf (OCS) revenues to designated states and local governments. While there may be future OCS
revenue sharing programs, Alaska’s CIAP is fully allocated. Shaktoolik will see benefits from a number of
projects funded through the CIAP.
1. Alaska Community Coastal Projection Project: The Alaska Department of Commerce,
Community and Economic Development administers this project, and Shaktoolik is named in this
project along with Kivalina and Shishmaref (See Section 3.2.2.1 for more information).
2. Use of Beach Wildrye to Stabilize Coastal Berms: The Alaska Department of Transportation and
Public Facilities (DOTPF) is administering this project and has chosen Shaktoolik as the site for
the demonstration berm.
3. Geohazards Evaluation and Geologic Mapping for Coastal Communities: The DNR Division of
Geological and Geophysical Surveys included Shaktoolik in this hazard mapping project.
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4. Monitoring Storm Surge in Western Alaska: This project, administered by DOTPF, names
Shaktoolik as one of the possible sites for this project. It involves installation of storm surge
gauges that would be monitored by local residents.
5. Bering Straits Coastal Association (BSCA): The BSCA is managing a number of CIAP projects that
may benefit Shaktoolik: Regional Coastal Management, Improving Community Capacity,
Protecting Subsistence, Outreach and Education, Habitat Restoration, and Community Waste
Disposal.
3.1.9.3 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
The USGS operates the Alaska Climate Science Center (http://www.doi.gov/csc/alaska/index.cfm). The
purpose of the center is to provide scientific information, tools and techniques for land managers and
others to respond to impacts of climate change. The center’s strategic plan includes a focus on
community involvement and using local and traditional knowledge.
3.1.10
U.S. Department of Transportation
Tiger Grant Program: Provides 100% funding for rural projects, but projects with a match are given
priority. The program also requires a positive benefit cost ratio. http://www.dot.gov/tiger/applicationresources
3.1.10.1
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
The Federal Highway Administration provides funding through the State of Alaska for roads, pedestrian
facilities, and snow machine trails. Funding may be available to assist villages with improving or repairing
roads and boardwalks impacted by flooding and erosion. It provides planning, engineering, construction,
finance, and environmental services. www.fhwa.dot.gov/akdiv/
Tribal Transportation Program: The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and BIA fund the program.
The Indian Reservation Roads (IRR) program is one of the funding sources for this program (see next
entry). http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/tribal/
3.1.10.2
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
The FAA provides funding to improve airport infrastructure—including those threatened by flooding and
erosion. It may fund relocation of an airport if necessitated by community relocation, provided the
airport is in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems and meets agency design standards.
However, the community must be relocated before the new airport is built.
Bureau of Indian Affairs: The FHWA and BIA jointly administer the Indian Reservation Roads program.
Funds may be used for the planning, design and construction of public roads. This program may be used
as match for projects funded under Federal-aid Highway Funds.
http://www.bia.gov/WhoWeAre/BIA/OIS/Transportation/IRR/
3.2
State Agencies
3.2.1 Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM)
This division in the Alaska Department of Military and Veterans Affairs responds to state disaster
declarations dealing with erosion and flooding when local communities request assistance. The situation
must be a life-threatening, immediate problem. DHS&EM Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HGMP)
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funds are provided by FEMA and administered by DHS&EM to states and Indian tribal governments to
assist communities in implementing long-term measures that substantially reduce the risks of future
damage, hardship, loss, or suffering in an area devastated by a disaster. Requirements for HGMP
funding are that the community has a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, there is a Federal Disaster
Declaration in Alaska, the project is shown to be cost-effective, and the state or local government
provides a 25% nonfederal match. Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) program funds are provided by FEMA
and administered by DHS&EM to states, territories, Indian tribal governments, and communities for
hazard mitigation planning and the implementation of mitigation projects prior to a disaster event.
Funding these plans and projects reduces overall risks to the population and structures, while also
reducing reliance on funding from actual disaster declarations. Requirements for PDM funding are that
the community has a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, the project meets cost-benefit analysis and costeffective requirements, and the state or local government provide a 25% match (10% or more for a
small and impoverished community).DJS&EM also publishes the Alaska Emergency Response Guide for
Small Communities: http://ready.alaska.gov/documents/March%202013%20Response%20Guide%20FINAL.pdf
3.2.2 Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development (DCCED)
3.2.2.1
Division of Community and Regional Affairs
This division administers various state and federal grants to communities and other types of
organizations. It manages a number of grant programs related to erosion, flooding and community
relocation. http://commerce.alaska.gov/dca/funding_resources.htm
Local Government Assistance: This program provides assistance on just about any aspect of local
government (tribal and municipal), including interpreting Title 29 and other laws or regulations affecting
or defining municipal authority and procedures. Examples of assistance and training topics or activities
provided by DCRA include:
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Local government administration and management.
Elected officials training on the responsibilities, laws, and meeting procedures.
Workshops specific for city clerks, administrators, mayors, and others responsible for day-to-day
management of a municipality.
Instruction in conducting local elections.
Understanding and implementing alcohol control measures authorized under Title 4 of the Alaska
Statutes.
Technical advice on ordinance writing and codification.
Grant project development and application preparation.
Assisting communities with the envisioning process to identify future goals.
Workshops for effective boards and commissions.
Community Development Block Grants: This competitive grant program targets public facilities and
planning activities that improve health and safety and reduce the costs of essential community services.
It also funds special economic development activities which result in the creation of local jobs.
http://www.commerce.state.ak.us/dca/grt/blockgrants.htm
Community Mapping: This program provides funding to communities for completion of community
maps. http://www.commerce.state.ak.us/dca/planning/land_mngt/community_mapping.htm
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Floodplain Management: This program provides funding and technical assistance to communities that
participate in the National Flood Insurance program.
Alaska Climate Change Impact Mitigation Program: ACCIMP addresses the immediate planning needs
of communities imminently threatened by climate change–related impacts including erosion, flooding,
storm surge, and thawing permafrost. The majority of ACCIMP funds are directed to specific
communities identified as imminently threatened by the Governor’s Subcabinet on Climate Change,
Immediate Action Workgroup (IAW). These communities are Shishmaref, Kivalina, Newtok, Koyukuk,
Unalakleet, and Shaktoolik. ACCIMP provides noncompetitive funding to the 6 imminently threatened
communities for Community Planning Grants to address the recommendations for immediate actions
made by the IAW in its Recommendations Report to the Governor’s Sub-cabinet on Climate Change,
April 17, 2008. Based on the scope of the community planning project, communities are eligible for
grants of up to $150,000. This program provides funding to Alaska communities that meet one or more
of the following criteria related to flooding, erosion, thawing permafrost, or other climate change–
related phenomena: life or safety risk during storm or flooding events, loss of critical infrastructure,
public health threats, or loss of 10% of residential buildings. The Hazard Impact Assessment is the first
step in the ACCIMP process; it identifies and defines the climate change–related hazards in the
community, establishes current and predicted impacts, and provides recommendations to the
community on alternatives to mitigate the impact. The community may then pursue these
recommendations through an ACCIMP Community Planning Grant. Shaktoolik used ACCIMP funds o plan
for a multipurpose building through a contract between the IRA and USKH.
http://commerce.alaska.gov/dca/planning/accimp/ACCIMP.htm
Coastal Impact Assistance Program (CIAP): The Division of Community and Regional Affairs administers
part of Alaska’s CIAP. It also administers the Coastal Community Protection Project which involves
Shaktoolik. This project will involve: Hiring a local project coordinator, establishing an interagency work
group, and developing a strategic management plan.
3.2.2.2
Alaska Energy Authority (AEA)
The AEA administers the Rural Power Systems Upgrades program. The program goals are to eliminate
safety hazards, enhance efficiencies, and provide technical assistance to assess system deficiencies,
design solutions, and carry out a project evaluation process. The program provides upgrades that may
include efficiency improvements, powerhouse upgrades or replacements, line assessments, lines to new
customers, demand-side improvements, and repairs to generation and distribution systems. System
upgrades to be funded may be identified through a variety of ways, including technical assistance,
advanced by the local community or directed by the legislature.
http://www.akenergyauthority.org/programsenergysystemupgrade.html
3.2.3 Department of Environmental Conservation
Village Safe Water Program: The Village Safe Water Program (VSW) administers a grant program for
village sanitation projects using federal and state funding. VSW works with rural communities to develop
sanitation facilities. The core services of the program are to:
 Allocate and distribute funding for water and sewer study design and construction.
 Administer grants according to the requirements of the funding sources.
 Provide project management and engineering assistance.
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Applicants must be an unincorporated community between 25 and 600 people residing within a twomile radius, a second-class city, or a first-class city with not more than 600 residents. VSW’s capital
funding allocation system is the Capital Improvements Project (CIP). The funding allocation system is
Sanitation Deficiency System (SDS), a national system that meets unmet needs of Native Alaska villages
and Lower-48 Indian reservations. Together CIP and SDS allocate about 90% of all federal and state
funding for rural sanitation projects in Alaska. VSW also provides technical assistance for rural
communities for design and construction of water and wastewater systems. In some cases, VSW awards
funding through the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC).
http://dec.alaska.gov/water/vsw/pdfs/vswbrief.pdf
Alaska Clean Water Actions Grants: The Alaska departments of Environmental Conservation, Fish and
Game and Natural Resources award grants through the ACWA program to protect or conserve water
quality, quantity and aquatic habitat for water bodies that have been nominated and approved for
inclusion in the program. Funding comes from the Sustainable Salmon Fund and nonpoint source
pollution grants. http://www.dec.alaska.gov/water/acwa/acwa_index.htm
Alaska Municipal Matching Grant (AMMG): The AMMG program provides partial funding and
engineering support for drinking water, wastewater, solid waste and non-point source pollution
projects, such as water body restoration and recovery. This program targets larger communities.
http://www.dec.alaska.gov/water/MuniGrantsLoans/grantoverview.html
Alaska Drinking Water Fund: This revolving loan program funds projects based upon public health,
compliance and affordability criteria.
http://www.dec.alaska.gov/water/MuniGrantsLoans/documents/ADWF%20FY14%20Questionnnaire%2
0Criteria.pdf
Alaska Clean Water Fund: This revolving loan program targets prevention of non-point source pollution.
http://www.dec.alaska.gov/water/munigrant/pdfs/FY13-ACWF_NonPointSource_Criteria.pdf
3.2.4 Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOTPF)
The DOTPF accepts nominations for transportation project through its Statewide Transportation
Improvement Program. This program includes some local highways, bridges, ferries and public
transportation, but it does not include airports or non-ferry-related ports and harbors. Routine
maintenance is funded through State of Alaska general funds.
http://www.dot.alaska.gov/stwdplng/cip/stip/assets/1215_stipintro.pdf
3.2.5 Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC)
Emergency Shelter Grant Program: AHRC, a state corporation, administers the Emergency Solutions
Grant Program. The goals of the program are to prevent homelessness and to rapidly re-house the
homeless by providing for:
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Minor renovation of buildings for use as emergency shelters or transitional housing for the
homeless.
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Payment for maintenance, operation, insurance, utilities, and furnishings for emergency
shelters.
Payment for rent or utility arrearages to prevent homelessness.
Assistance with housing stabilization activities.
The program provides competitive grants for activities outside of Anchorage, up to a maximum amount
identified annually. Eligible entities are units of local government (cities and boroughs) and nonprofit
organizations (including faith-based organizations providing eligible activities free from religious
influence). http://www.ahfc.us/grants/homeless_assistance.cfm
3.3
OTHER
3.3.1 Bering Straits School District
Shaktoolik received $7.6 million from the State of Alaska for major maintenance and remodeling of the
school. The project began in 2012 and is expected to be completed in August 2013.
3.3.2 Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)
The ANTHC occasionally funds projects that may be of interest to Shaktoolik. For example, the
Community Environmental Demonstration Project grant program provides grants from $5,000 to
$30,000 for improving health and the environment. http://www.anthc.org/chs/ces/hve/community-environmentaldemonstration-grants.cfm ANTHC also manages other programs that might be on interest to Shaktoolik,
such as:
 Local Environmental Observing (LEO) program,
 7-Generations training, and
 Health Impact Assessment Program.
3.3.3 Norton Sound Economic Development Corporation (NSEDC)
The NSEDC is the Community Development Quota (CDQ) organization for the Norton Sound/Bering
Strait region.
Community Energy Fund: This fund assists NSEDC communities in “shovel ready” projects that will
reduce the high costs of energy. http://www.nsedc.com/communityenergyfund.html
Community Benefits Program: NSEDC provides benefits to its communities such as the Community
Benefit Share and Shoreside Infrastructure Improvements programs.
http://www.nsedc.com/communitybenefits.html
3.3.4 Alaska Village Electric Cooperative (AVEC)
AVEC operates the diesel electric generation facility in Shaktoolik. Find out how AVEC can help with
costs of moving the tank farms and power plants. http://www.avec.org/about-us.php
3.3.5 Kawerak, Inc.
Kawerak Inc. contracts with federal and state agencies to provide a number of services for communities
in the Norton Sound region, including Shaktoolik. Services include land management assistance to
Native allotment owners, community planning and economic development, tribal support, and
transportation.
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3.3.6 Climate Solutions University
This organization helps find funding for preparation of climate adaptation projects. The City of Elim
participated in this program. http://www.mfpp.org/csu/
3.3.7 Seventh Generation Fund
This nonprofit organization provides grants from $600 to $5,000 to Native communities for 7 program
areas including environmental health and sustainable communities. http://7genfund.org/eligibilityrequirements-selection-criteria
3.3.8 RurAL CAP
RurAL CAP, founded in 1965, is a private, statewide, nonprofit organization working to improve the
quality of life for low-income Alaskans. Governed by a 24-member board of directors representing every
region of the state, RurAL CAP is one of the largest and most diversified nonprofit organizations in
Alaska. RurAL CAP works with child development and community wellness, and also has a planning and
construction program and environmental programs dealing with issues such as solid waste and
sanitation. It provides social service programs, planning and construction assistance, and affordable
housing. www.ruralcap.com
3.3.9 Zender Environmental
This nonprofit organization lists current funding sources for solid waste project.
http://www.zendergroup.org/funding.html
3.3.10
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
NFWF provides funding on a competitive basis to projects that sustain, restore, and enhance our
nation's fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats. http://www.nfwf.org/Pages/grants/home.aspx
3.3.11
Alaska Conservation Foundation
Alaska Native Fund: The Alaska Conservation Foundation (ACF), in partnership with an Alaska Native
steering committee, launched the Alaska Native Fund to advance Alaska Native priorities for protecting
the land and sustaining the Native way of life. The fund provides an Indigenous framework for impacting
critical environmental issues while promoting innovative strategies to strengthen the capacity of Alaska
Native organizations and communities. The goals of the fund are to: (1) leverage more foundation and
donor resources for Alaska Native organizations; (2) support Alaska Native strategies and solutions on
environmental issues; and (3) build relationships that will grow and strengthen the conservation
movement in Alaska. The Alaska Native Fund provides annual grants to qualifying Alaska Native
nonprofit organizations and individuals. In addition, through the fund ACF will host biannual gatherings
of Alaska Native organizations (including Alaska Native Fund grant recipients) and foundations to
address environmental issues of significance and develop collaborative strategies. Climate change is
identified as one of the focus areas for the program. http://alaskaconservation.org/grantopportunities/alaska-native-fund
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