Economic Stabilization Task Force (Sunset January 2021)
Regular MeetingJuneau, AK · July 16, 2020
Minutes
Economic Stabilization Task Force
Appointed by the City & Borough of Juneau’s Mayor
Meeting Minutes from July 16, 2020
Call to Order
The Economic Stabilization Task Force meeting was called to order at 3:01 p.m. by Mr. Thomas.
Task Force Members Present: Max Mertz, Linda Thomas, Susan Bell, Theresa Belton, Bruce Botelho, Eric Forst,
Ken Koelsch, Lauren MacVay, and Laura Martinson
Task Force Members Absent: Terra Peters
Staff Present: EOC Planning Section Chief, Robert Barr; CDD Administrative Officer, Brenwynne Grigg; and CBJ
Finance Director, Jeff Rogers
CBJ Assembly Members Present: Mayor Beth Weldon and Loren Jones
Special Guest Speakers: Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Bartlett Regional Hospital (BRH), Bradley Grigg;
Executive Director at Juneau Economic Development Council (JEDC), Brian Holst; and Executive Director at
Juneau Community Foundation (JCF), Amy Skilbred
Approval of Minutes
MOTION: by Mr. Botelho to adopt the Economic Stabilization Task Force minutes from the July 9 meetings.
Mr. Forst seconded the motion.
Hearing no objections, the motion was approved.
Emergency Operations Center Testing Status Update
Mr. Barr reported that work on localized testing continues. He meets every Monday with BRH CEO, Mr. Bill; CBJ
City Manager, Mr. Watt; and representatives from the CBJ Assembly and the BRH Board. The situation is
complex, and they continue to evaluate and analyze all the options. Mr. Barr is continuing to hear from vendors
that lead times are long and supply chains are stressed.
Mr. Mertz asked about the outstanding purchase orders for two different pieces of testing equipment and the
status on identifying a strategy for the implementation of either of them if they are purchased. Mr. Barr replied
that work continues on that and he is meeting with vendors on July 17. Both vendors are hesitant to promise
anything this calendar year. It is likely that if the testing equipment is acquired, the program will be run by BRH,
but may not be located at the main campus.
Mr. Botelho asked, given the extended period for the acquisition of testing equipment, if the City is keeping up
with possibilities of new breakthroughs that may revolutionize our way of testing. He suggested that perhaps
something faster and less expensive would come onto the market. Mr. Barr replied that the CBJ is preserving the
right to back out of a conversation with vendors if it is in the City’s best interest. Mr. Barr is reviewing newly
authorized technologies daily and contacting vendors that might prove promising. He assured the Task Force
that Juneau is preserving its choices and paying very close attention to new forms of testing.
JEDC Report on Grant
Mr. Holst stated that as of July 14, there are 178 applications and 105 awards. They continue to keep up with
the pace of applications as they come in. The average grant award remains around $11 thousand.
Mr. Mertz stated that based upon the number of applications and the average award amount, an estimation of
the current requests from applicants for phase 1 of the program is $1.9 million. Mr. Holst confirmed that is close
to accurate. Mr. Holst added that if phase 2 allows the calculation of short‐term loans into the equation, along
with the additional two months of eligible utility expenses, the awards will increase, and could attract additional
applicants to the program. It will be likely that the grant fund will max out to capacity. Mr. Holst does not
anticipate that the recommended minimum for very small businesses will greatly affect the funds capacity.
Mr. Mertz pointed out that their mid‐April collaboration with Mr. Calvin and Ms. Bell regarding the
recommended funding level working with limited elements of data points may have projected fairly close to the
amount allocated by the Assembly for both phases. By expanding the parameters of the program, the requests
will exceed $12 million. It should not be a surprise that the program will be fully expended, and an argument
could be made that additional funding is needed for grants.
Mr. Holst stated that the program could use more marketing in the fishing community; they are working on a
remedy for that. He added that the big question is how many more businesses will be attracted into the
program with the changes.
Ms. Martinson asked if it is possible that some businesses have chosen to wait on submitting an application for
the CBJ Business Grant until they are able to submit for the State’s AK CARES Grant, since it could make them
ineligible. She wondered if, once the issues with AK CARES are resolved and grants are released, the CBJ
Business Grant would receive another large batch of applicants.
Mr. Holst replied that he is unsure of how the resolution of the AK CARES Grant details will affect the number of
new applicants, but there are measures in place with the CBJ Business Grant that ensures applicants who intend
to apply for both are not put at a disadvantage for the State’s AK CARES Grant. He added that many applicants
may be hesitant to apply because they do not have a business license. While the CBJ program does ask if they
have a business license, it is not a requirement in order to receive a grant. This could also be a perceived barrier
in the fishing community that they are working to address. The AK CARES Grant has clarified that in their
program, a business license is not a requirement. JEDC is in the process of clarifying this with Mr. Palmer as well.
Mr. Mertz stated that he spoke with Kevin McDougall, a fisherman and recently retired long‐time chair of the
Northern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association (NSRAA) Board, who communicated his opinion that the
fishing community is largely unaware of the program. Mr. Mertz also contacted Ms. Katie Harms, Executive
Director at DIPAC, who is working with the United Fishermen of Alaska to assist in marketing the CBJ Business
Grant program to the fishing community.
Bartlett Hospital Behavioral Health Data: COVID‐19 Impacts on Children
Mr. Grigg directed the attention of the Task Force to a 2‐page report looking at the significant increase in
Emergency Department visits amongst children under the age of 18. He compared monthly trends from July
2019 – March 2020 to April 2020 – June 2020, correlating the increase to around the time of Spring Break ending
in March. In just a short period, the Emergency Department saw 10 more children in the post‐COVID‐19 three‐
month period than in the pre‐COVID‐19 nine‐month period, increasing the monthly average from five children to
16 children, three times the rate at which they are normally seen. While the increase is significant under the age
of 18, the increase is even more alarming under the age of 13.
Mr. Grigg reported that in the same comparison periods for Emergency Department visits, Bartlett Outpatient
Psychiatric Services caseloads have seen an increase in new patients under the age of 18. More new patients
were added in the three‐month period of April 2020 – June 2020, than were added in the nine‐month period of
July 2019 – March 2020. The average monthly number of new children enrolled in outpatient services pre‐
COVID‐19 was 4.1, and has increased to 12.7 in this post‐COVID‐19 environment.
Mr. Grigg stated that more than 50% of the children in the Behavioral Health system at BRH have never seen a
psychiatrist or a therapist. The socio‐dynamics of the children are from all income brackets and race. BRH
Behavioral Health has increased staffing, and continues to increase to meet the demand.
Self‐reported factors include stress in the home due to parents who have lost a job, the stress of virtual school
that did not go well, loss of social supports, loss of sports, and feelings of isolation. The Behavioral Health unit is
also seeing substance use as a factor in some of these children. Mr. Grigg emphasized that the family unit is in
crisis and parents are bringing children to the Emergency Department to see what can be done. They are hearing
families consider whether a parent should quit their job or go to part‐time in order to homeschool their children
full‐time, and try to absorb the financial impact.
Mr. Grigg added that in this same three‐month period of April – June 2020, BRH Behavioral Health has seen 12
young adults raised in Juneau who left the State to attend college, and who arrived at the Emergency
Department in crisis. Self‐reports included worry over losing athletic scholarships and uncertainty over the
ability to handle distance school in the fall due to COVID‐19.
Mr. Botelho asked if BRH Behavioral Health is seeing a difference in the manifestations of the youth client, as
historically it has been drug or alcohol related. Mr. Grigg replied that they are seeing an intensity in depression
and anxiety alongside of substance use. They are each side effects of the other. Substance use often leads to
depression and anxiety, and depression and anxiety often lead to substance use.
Mr. Botelho asked if what Juneau is experiencing mirrors what other communities are seeing, and if the Mental
Health Trust is providing assistance to help deal with this wave of increased crises. Mr. Grigg replied that the
Mental Health Trust is directly investing in communities, and BRH Behavioral Health is hearing of similar stories
in other communities. He stated that the impacts of a crisis or trauma is often a delayed response in a
population. While BRH Behavioral Health is experiencing impacts of COVID‐19 today, their larger concern is the
number of people in crisis three months, six months, and nine months from now.
Mr. Mertz asked if there is statistical data which gives an indication of every patient who presents at the
hospital, how many more are suffering in similar ways who do not come for help. Mr. Grigg replied that national
estimation is for every one patient who presents, there are three others who do not.
Mr. Mertz asked about BRH’s billing resources: are they able to tap into COVID‐19 funding, and are there any
negative financial impacts at BRH? Mr. Grigg replied that mental health services are difficult to attribute directly
to the virus, but more to the side effects of the virus. Therefore, BRH Behavioral Health is not tapping into
COVID‐19 assistance funds. However, they are in good shape due to reimbursements from Medicaid, Medicare,
and private insurances, though there is a challenge to receive reimbursement at the cost of service, which often
does not match up. BRH Behavioral Health is clear in their public relations that they have a sliding fee scale for
families. Mr. Grigg stated the last thing he wants to see is a family deciding to forego seeing a psychiatrist
because they feel they cannot afford it. BRH Behavioral Health has a program called Charity Care, which absorbs
the costs that insurance does not cover for those in need. He added that when you have someone suffering
from depression, a large bill will only make it worse, and that is something BRH avoids through this program.
Mr. Koelsch asked if Mr. Grigg interacts with the school system through contact with the principals or
counselors. Mr. Grigg stated that he meets with Superintendent Weiss quarterly to discuss specific schools that
are hot spots for incidents or drugs. He added it is important for him to stay engaged with the school district,
because 315 children in the Juneau School District, which represents almost 7% of the population, are engaged
in BRH’s Outpatient Clinic.
Mr. Koelsch stated that he is concerned about the impact of teacher’s decreased ability to identify children in
crisis, due to the school district’s limited in‐person classroom setting this fall. He added that it would be much
more difficult for teachers to identify and help children in need this year. Mr. Grigg agreed that this is
concerning. He added that with the new school schedule this fall, the opportunity for a teacher to identify
children in crisis will decrease by 60%.
Ms. Martinson asked if Mr. Grigg has seen any economic policies that would be helpful in situations like what
BRH Behavioral Health is experiencing. Mr. Grigg replied that he has never seen anything like this, and he
believes the whole country is trying to answer this question among many others. He stated that he is happy to
provide input and information as policy discussions unfold to shed light on impacts from the behavioral health
world.
Ms. Bell shared that, a few years ago, the Mental Health Trust funded a study that looks at the gaps in
behavioral health services in Alaska by region. She stated she is happy to find this study and see if it can be
helpful.
Mr. Forst asked what sort of outreach is happening to engage children and families who may not know where to
go for help in this area. Mr. Grigg replied that they are working on a public relations campaign to provide a joint
message with their Juneau partners, which include SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC),
Juneau Youth Services (JYS), Juneau Alliance for Mental Health, Inc. (JAMHI), and Catholic Community Services
(CCS). Mr. Grigg added that the biggest challenge of the public relations campaign is working to remove the
stigma associated with reaching out for help. He added that he and the Medical Director for BRH Behavioral
Health, Ms. Joanne Gartenberg, are on KINY every other Friday morning, speaking to the community.
Mr. Forst asked Mr. Grigg for his personal opinion regarding the impact of distance school, or two days a week
versus five days a week of in‐classroom learning. He asked if the risk of the virus outweighs the risk of all the
other negatives we are seeing. Mr. Grigg replied that he is seeing different opinions on the topic. Some parents
want a full‐time virtual option, and others want a full‐time in‐school option. As a parent of an eighth‐grader, he
has concerns with virtual education as the teachers struggle to keep accountability. As he said prior, teachers
are losing 60% of their opportunity to keep an eye on the children in their class and identify issues, both
academically and emotionally, and work together to solve them.
Public Comment Matrix
Ms. MacVay shared that public comment to the Task Force has greatly reduced. One new comment was
received that advocated for a food production grant for $238 thousand. She stated this is not a new idea, and
includes elements such as increased freezing capacity. There has been much interest in the community for
something like this. In the past, the Task Force has referred this to JEDC for follow‐up.
Ms. Thomas suggested the Task Force take the next week to read all the public comments and re‐examine the
smaller ideas that have not yet taken priority.
Update on Active Legislation
Business Stabilization Grant Phase 2
Mr. Mertz stated that he sent the recommended changes adopted by the Task Force at the July 9 meeting to
Mayor Weldon and Mr. Palmer. He thanked Mayor Weldon for taking the lead on writing the Ordinance. The
recommendations will go into the packet for the Assembly Committee of the Whole on July 20. If the Assembly
moves the Ordinance out of Committee that night, the public hearing will be held on August 3 with an
opportunity for Assembly adoption.
Nonprofit Grant Program
Ms. Thomas reported that the Nonprofit Grant program is being drafted for Ordinance, with most of the
recommendations from the Task Force included. The Ordinance is scheduled to be discussed at the Assembly
Committee of the Whole on July 20.
Ms. Thomas said that on July 10, there was notification that the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social
Services (DHSS) collaborated with Alaska Community Foundation to issue up to $35 million in CARES Act funding
for social service nonprofits, with grant awards ranging from $25 thousand to $1 million through three rounds of
funding. The DHSS press release states that “Grants will be prioritized based on the community impact and the
organization’s ability to carry out public health projects and will not be limited based on an organization’s size,
type of staff, or geographical location.”
Ms. Skilbred shared that the program is similar to the AK CARES Grant fund, but only for nonprofits and faith‐
based organizations that provide critical services to Alaskans. She added that this program should not stifle
progress to the CBJ Nonprofit Grant programs, because the CBJ program fills a gap that captures all nonprofits,
and not just the ones doing social service work. Additionally, several small nonprofits are seeking funding in
amounts that are less than $25 thousand. Ms. Skilbred has reached out to several non‐social service oriented
nonprofits in Juneau to gauge interest in applying for the CBJ Nonprofit grant, and has received positive
responses of intent amongst the arts community, sports community, and several organizations that engage
children in extra‐curricular activities.
Juneau ArtWorks Grant
Mr. Mertz reported that Ms. DeCherney and Assembly Member Hale continue to work on the specifics of this
program, and it is on the list of ordinance creations for Mr. Palmer. Once the Ordinance has been drafted, it will
be introduced, discussed, and then set for public hearing.
PPE Grant
Ms. MacVay reported no new updates from last week. The PPE Grant proposal was discussed at the Assembly
Finance Committee meeting on July 8. She has sent out an inquiry to discover its status.
Infrastructure Bond Status
Mr. Rogers shared that he met with Ms. Cynthia Weed, CBJ Bond Council at K&L Gates in Seattle, to discuss and
draft an ordinance for consideration at the Assembly Committee of the Whole on July 20. The Ordinance is for
one ballot measure, for $15 million, financed over 25 years. The Ordinance includes $5 million for school repairs,
$5 million for park improvements, and $5 million for the extension of the West Douglas Road to water.
Mr. Rogers has also contacted the City’s financial advisor to discuss how this affects the mill rate. He stated that
the Assembly plans to discuss this in great length on July 20. Some Assembly Members will desire a discussion
about the general economic value of an infrastructure bond and others will desire a discussion about the specific
projects included in the bond.
Mr. Koelsch asked Mr. Rogers to confirm that the $15 million bond package is indeed just one ballot item, which
Mr. Rogers confirmed. Mr. Rogers added that the Assembly could choose to present the bond package as three
separate ballot items, if that is their will.
New Updates on Adopted ESTF Recommendations
Ms. Thomas asked if there were any updates on the Rental Housing Assistance program. Ms. MacVay replied
there were no updates.
Strategic Initiative Updates
Workforce Development
Ms. Martinson shared that she spoke with Mr. Pete Traxler, Executive Dean for Career Education at the
University of Alaska Southeast (UAS), about current work developments programs at the University, and ideas
for others. The University currently has a nine‐credit Behavioral Health program that accommodates up to 30
students. They also have a one‐semester Cybersecurity program that accommodates up to 10 students, in
partnership with Goldbelt. Additionally, UAS has degree programs in Nursing, EMT, Construction, and
Maintenance that help to provide local businesses in Juneau with the workforce they need.
Ms. Martinson stated that she asked Mr. Traxler what the University would need to provide more programs like
this, if resources were not a barrier. She was told that an economic survey of the workforce climate would be
instrumental in understanding the need so they could work to develop more programs. They often hear things
and suspect that a CDL program is needed for tourism, and that a culinary program is needed for people working
with the cruise lines, but they have no real data to justify the creation of a new program.
Ms. Belton shared that Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska (CCTHITA) has a CDL program,
but it is in a transitional period. They have experienced issues identifying an instructor for the program. They are
continuing recruiting and are hopeful to find one soon. Once they are able to hire an instructor, they intend to
re‐open the program for students and expand into heavy equipment operation. She stated that CCTHITA has
recently applied for a $150 thousand Economic Development CARES Act Assistance Grant, and perhaps Ms. Bell
could assist in brainstorming ways they might help fund a feasibility study on this issue.
Ms. Bell stated there are also training gaps and needs related to childcare. She is currently looking at recent
surveys from Southeast Conference and JEDC to see what information she can glean from them.
Ms. Martinson replied that Southeast Alaska Association for the Education of Young Children (SEA‐AEYC) has an
8‐week intensive to certify people to work at daycare facilities, but space is limited and expansion could be an
option.
Ms. Thomas suggested speaking with the unions in Juneau about their need for training.
Education and Childcare
Ms. Martinson had another meeting with Superintendent Weiss, Ms. Lyons, Mr. Holst, Assembly Member Jones,
Mr. Botelho, and Mr. Koelsch. The intent of the meeting was to see how the Task Force could fill the gap and
mitigate the impacts of the Juneau School District’s schedule. She shared that the School District recently
adopted a mask mandate for everyone entering school premises. The School District is currently creating an
inventory of their resources. She stated that RALLY could currently accommodate 70‐75 children, which equals
the needs of teachers for their own children. The School District is looking at ways to expand RALLY. Current
barriers include space, staffing, and funding.
Ms. Martinson added there are conversations about expanding the Emergency Family Medical Leave Act
(EFMLA) so parents can stay home with their children when they are not in school. She hopes the fact‐finding
group can assist with developing a menu of options for families to choose from, with some options that would
allow parents to go back to work full‐time. Ms. Martinson asked for the Task Force’s approval to begin an
inventory of empty spaces in Juneau that may be used for childcare.
Mr. Mertz stated that the school district seems intent on moving forward with their plan of partial in‐school
learning and partial distance learning. He added there might still be ways to provide educational opportunities
and oversight to children when they are not in school. For example, he asked Ms. Martinson’s opinion on using
Centennial Hall or the libraries to provide more space for expanding the education coverage than the limited
schedule provides. He added that daycare is great, but it is not educational and children of all ages need help
staying on track academically.
Ms. Martinson replied that Superintendent Weiss has ensured that special needs children receive priority for
full‐time school. Her hope is to expand upon that. Ms. Martinson stated that as she understands it, in‐school
instruction would focus on math, reading, and core subjects, while the at‐home distance curriculum will focus on
art and physical education. She added that Mayor Botelho has some good ideas on educational care by looking
at how substitute teachers, students in the Master Apprenticeship Program (MAP), and retired teachers may
step in and help with tutoring and supervision.
Mr. Mertz replied that we needed to protect the educational interests of all children, in addition to the high‐
needs children.
Ms. Thomas reminded the Task Force to keep their scope in mind when discussing this topic and focus on the
economic impacts of the situation.
Ms. Bell stated that she would continue researching ways to help bridge this discussion and look into facilities
that could help to augment what the school district is doing.
ACTION ITEM: The Task Force approved Ms. Martinson’s request to begin an inventory of spaces in Juneau that
can be used to compliment the school district’s plans.
Homelessness
Ms. Thomas shared that the Planning Commission approved the Conditional Use Permit for the Glory Hall’s new
location on July 14. She added that the Assembly has approved the solicitation of a building the CBJ could
purchase to be used as a warming shelter.
Good of the Order
Mr. Forst sees an opportunity for short‐term funding for a large marketing campaign that will inform the
community of the counseling, and mental and behavioral health services, offered in the community for children
and parents.
Ms. Bell reminded the Task Force of the inter‐relation of topics. She added that nonprofits not only are
employers, but also enrich our community. All the individual small pieces the Task Force is discussing are what
makes Juneau our home.
Mr. Koelsch shared that while he was walking around with his grandchildren the other day, he spoke to many of
the business owners in town, gathering some anecdotal data about the CBJ Business Grant program. A main
reason that businesses chose not to apply for the program was the proprietary information they needed to
provide in the application process.
Mr. Mertz directed the attention of the Task Force to the breaking news released earlier that day. The CDC has
issued the No Sail Order to extend to September 30. He can easily see this being extended further, and it is
starting to cause concern about the fate of the 2021 cruise season.
Ms. Thomas stated that she spoke at the Rotary this morning at 7 a.m. and was asked two specific questions:
1. One question was about the testing capabilities in Juneau for Southeast residents.
2. The other question was about her ideas on the best way to spend the rest of the CARES funding. She
replied that the Assembly is working on that question currently.
Ms. Thomas added that childcare is still an incredibly important topic, as it is critical for keeping businesses
operating.
Adjournment
At 4:35 p.m., the meeting was adjourned.
Agenda
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Economic Stabilization Task Force
Appointed by the City & Borough of Juneau’s Mayor
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, July 16, 2020
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force should: Time Agenda Item Presenter
3:00 p.m. Call to Order Ms. Thomas
1. Examine federal and state 3:02 p.m. Approval of Minutes Open
government financial
assistance programs and 3:05 p.m. Bartlett Hospital Behavioral Health Mr. Grigg
identify and prioritize any Data: COVID‐19 Impacts on Children
“gaps” that exist. 3:15 p.m. Public Comment Matrix Ms. MacVay
2. Identify and promote 3:25 p.m. Update on Active Legislation
strategies that enable Business Stabilization Grants Mr. Mertz
businesses to continue JEDC Grant Report Mr. Holst
operations safely such as Nonprofit Grant Program Ms. Thomas
curbside pick‐up, take‐away, Juneau ArtWorks Grant Mr. Mertz
delivery, and other innovative PPE Grant Ms. MacVay
services. Additionally, explore Infrastructure Bond Status Mr. Botelho
strategies that enable 4:00 p.m. New Updates on Adopted
businesses and Juneau’s ESTF Recommendations Fact Finding Chairs
economy to recover in the long
4:05 p.m. EOC Testing Status Update Mr. Barr
term.
4:15 p.m. Strategic Initiative Updates
3. Act as Liaison with the Workforce Development Ms. Bell
Governor’s Alaska Economic Education and Childcare Ms. Martinson
Stabilization Team Homelessness Ms. Thomas
4:25 p.m. Good of the Order
4:30 p.m. Adjournment
Appointed Task Force Members
Max Mertz, Co‐Chair • Linda Thomas, Co‐Chair • Theresa Belton • Bruce Botelho • Eric Forst
Ken Koelsch • Lauren MacVay • Laura Martinson • Terra Peters
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Economic Stabilization Task Force
Appointed by the City & Borough of Juneau’s Mayor
DRAFT Meeting Minutes from July 9, 2020
Call to Order
The Economic Stabilization Task Force meeting was called to order at 3:02 p.m. by Mr. Mertz.
Task Force Members Present: Max Mertz, Linda Thomas, Susan Bell, Theresa Belton, Bruce Botelho, Eric Forst,
Ken Koelsch, Lauren MacVay, Laura Martinson, and Terra Peters
Task Force Members Absent: None
Staff Present: CDD Administrative Officer, Brenwynne Grigg; and CBJ Finance Director, Jeff Rogers
CBJ Assembly Members Present: Mayor Beth Weldon, Alicia Hughes‐Skandijs, and Loren Jones
Special Guest Speakers: Executive Director of Juneau Economic Development Council (JEDC), Brian Holst;
Approval of Agenda
No changes to the agenda.
Approval of Minutes
MOTION: by Ms. Thomas to adopt the Economic Stabilization Task Force minutes from the June 25 and June 26
meetings. Mr. Botelho seconded the motion.
Hearing no objections, the motion was approved.
Update on Adopted Programs
Business Stabilization Grant Phase 1 Progress Report
Mr. Holst reported that since the June 7 report, the Business Stabilization Grant program has received an
additional 10 applications, and JEDC has processed an additional 11 or 12 approvals. The process is moving
smoothly and quickly, but they are finding the Grant Program is consuming more staff time than administration
of the CBJ Business Loan Program. Staff spends an average of 3 hours per grant application administrating the
program. The relative size of awards is smaller than expected relative to the needs and resources available.
Many businesses with a focus in tourism are applying. Under‐represented businesses include those from the
fishing community, and very small operations, such as artisans. Mr. Holst has some ideas on potential remedies
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for this in Phases 2 and 3 of the Grant Program. He applauded the CBJ for its timeliness in providing data and
sales tax information needed to process the grants.
Mr. Mertz asked Mr. Holst to remark on areas for improvement in Phases 2 and 3 of the Business Stabilization
Grants.
1. Mr. Holst remarked that many businesses were just shy of showing a financial hardship of a 20% decline
in revenue. He suggested that if the benchmark were a 10% decline, the program would see more
applicants. He explained some difficulties in demonstrating this metric due to a short window of months
for pulling data.
2. Utility expense reporting is as streamlined as possible, but to come up with a value for reimbursement,
businesses must share monthly payments and this takes effort to accurately list. JEDC is only asking for
utility receipts if the amounts seem outside normal averages. This level of data analysis is time
consuming; Mr. Holst suggested applying a modest utility stipend across the board to simplify the
process, based on the data they are collecting.
3. The ordinance defines long‐term debt as 12 months or more. JEDC is seeing a lot of business debt
related to COVID‐19 that is not being captured because it does not meet the 12‐month criteria. Often,
the more recent debt is credit card debt or inventory loans. To meet the spirit of the program, Mr. Holst
recommends correcting this to better address cash flow needs of businesses. Currently, if a loan
payment has been deferred, JEDC does not consider that debt in the equation. However, the debt will
come due eventually and perhaps it should be considered.
4. Mr. Holst also recommended an accommodation for very small businesses that is a more simple and
streamlined process.
Mr. Forst addressed community feedback stating the grant is difficult and cumbersome to navigate. He reported
the Ketchikan Business Grant Program has a simple 2‐page application that only requests sales tax returns.
Ms. Martinson asked about the number of businesses still awaiting funding and the average length of time for
processing applications. She reported community feedback regarding hesitancy to share so much proprietary
information in the application.
Mr. Holst replied there are 90 grants approved as of today, and most people are receiving funds in about a
week. Some applicants do not fit well in the parameters of the system, which makes for additional work that can
lengthen timelines. He assured the Task Force that a very small group of people is reviewing the grant
information and JEDC uses a software that is secure, but if anyone is concerned they are welcome to contact
him directly.
Mr. Mertz added there is strong language in Ordinance 2019‐06(AC)(b)(am) around confidentiality.
Page 3 of 4 Ord. 2019‐06(AC)(b)(am)(d) Confidentiality. Except as provided in this ordinance, all
application material submitted for a Business Sustainability Grant and all information contained therein
(Grant Data) shall be kept confidential except for inspection by:
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(1)Employees and agents of the City and Borough, including the Grant Administrator, whose job
responsibilities are directly related to such applications and information;
(2)The business owner, managing member, or equivalent person and supplying such application
and information; and
(3)Court order.
However, nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to provide confidentiality to the name of the
applicant, address of the applicant, and the amount of grant award, if any.
The Grant Administrator must hold this Grant Data in strict confidence and not disclose, publish, or
otherwise reveal the Grant Data to any other person or entity unless expressly authorized by the CBJ in
writing. The Grant Administrator must use all reasonable means to safeguard the Grant Data at its own
expense. The Grant Administrator is prohibited from making copies or otherwise modifying the Grant
Data without express written permission of the CBJ. Upon completion of Phase 1, the Grant
Administrator shall transfer all Grant Data to the CBJ Finance Director. Upon confirmation that the CBJ
received the Grant Data, the Grant Administrator shall destroy all copies of the Grant Data.
If the Grant Administrator becomes aware of any possible unauthorized disclosure or use of the data, the
Grant Administrator shall promptly advise the CBJ and take all necessary actions to enjoin the
dissemination of the data.
Ms. Thomas asked if there are larger businesses demonstrating a need greater than the maximum allowance of
$33 thousand. Mr. Holst replied that 10% of grant applicants are at the maximum award amount and a few
exceeded that maximum.
The Task Force discussed the racial demographics of business owners in Juneau, and whether the racial
demographics of program applicants align. They concluded that they were unsure whether the dataset for
Juneau is available, but would look for it to draw accurate comparisons.
Conservation Corps Program
Mr. Botelho shared a photo of a crew from the Conservation Corps Program training and working in the
community. He reported that work has begun on Emerson Spur Trail with improvements to the existing
mountain bike trail, and expansion of a lower mountain bike trail, which began on July 2. The program was
successful in hiring people displaced by the COVID‐19 situation: for example, a boat captain, hiking guide, kayak
guide, helicopter pilot, deckhands, tour bus driver, and heavy machinery mechanics for motor coaches are
among some of those employed.
Rental Housing Assistance
Ms. MacVay shared that Alaska Housing Development Corporation (AHDC) reported approximately
$180 thousand left in the Rental Housing Assistance fund at the end of the quarter. At the July 6 Assembly
meeting, the Assembly moved to reallocate the remaining funds to extend the program through the end of the
year. AHDC expects the demand to increase at the end of July, when other benefits begin to expire.
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Update on Active Legislation
Nonprofit Grant
Ms. Thomas reported that Mayor Beth Weldon and City Attorney Rob Palmer worked on drafting an ordinance
for the Nonprofit Grant program, and shared that draft with the Assembly Finance Committee at their July 8
meeting. The Nonprofit Grant program will have a defined period for application, and if the application requests
exceed the allocated funding, awards will be distributed on a pro rata basis. The Assembly questioned language
regarding the requirement that the nonprofit provide direct services in Juneau; there may be more discussion on
this. The largest suggested change was to decrease the minimum grant award to $2,500, if a nonprofit wants to
submit minimal documentation.
Mr. Mertz reported that the Assembly schedule was created for this legislation this morning during a meeting
with Mayor Weldon, Mr. Palmer, and Mr. Watt. The Nonprofit Grant will be introduced at the July 13 Assembly
Meeting, and discussed further at the July 20 Committee of the Whole. The public hearing will be on August 3.
Ms. Thomas and Mr. Mertz expressed appreciation for Ms. Amy Skilbred’s work invested in this effort.
Juneau ArtWorks Grant
Mr. Mertz shared the Assembly Finance Committee discussed the Juneau ArtWorks Grant program at their July 8
meeting, and Ms. Hale will work with Mr. Palmer to create an ordinance for Assembly introduction on July 13.
This will follow a similar process as the Nonprofit Grant Program.
Business Stabilization Grant Phases 2 and 3
Mr. Mertz directed the Task Force to page 19 of their packet to discuss changes to the Business Stabilization
Grant Phases 2 and 3. Mr. Mertz and Ms. Bell are in agreement with the memo submitted by JEDC on changes to
the program, and a memo by Mr. Mertz summarizes the major changes. Changes recommended by Mr. Mertz
and Ms. Bell to the Task Force are:
1. Recommend a simplified grant option of a maximum of $5 thousand, based off of 10% of their
calculated 2019 sales tax reports. For example, a small business with $25 thousand in gross sales tax
might qualify for a $2.5 thousand grant. This recommendation is geared toward very small businesses,
because the amount of required paperwork compared to the size of eligible funding is not always cost
effective, and some may not have the resources or accounting records to provide the required
information. Small businesses could self‐assert the need and JEDC could verify if needed.
2. Extend the eligible cost period through October 31. Increase the eligibility period from 5 months to 7
months. This will increase award amounts.
3. Allow businesses to include short‐term debt as well as long‐term debt when listing. This would include
credit cards debt, lines of credit, and inventory financing. Debt listed is not to exceed $10 thousand or
20% of balances.
4. Allow businesses to include inventory as eligible cost, along with utilities, in preparation for the summer
season.
5. Combine phases 2 and 3 to form only a phase 2.
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6. Grant the City Manager the option of prorating available grant funds in phase 2 based on the demand,
similar to the approach of the Nonprofit Grant Program.
7. Change the definition of long‐term debt.
8. Establish a minimum grant amount of $500, to create a floor and minimum award amount for utilities.
Businesses would be able to opt‐in to this if they do not want to provide the data to the exact penny.
Ms. Martinson asked if this is similar to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), where if someone receives an
award at the phase 1 level and applies for phase 2, they would resubmit everything and be awarded the
difference. Mr. Mertz replied that those details have not yet been worked out. The maximum funding amount
continues to be $99 thousand.
Mr. Forst asked that messaging be considered when releasing this program. There is already confusion between
various programs, and this needs clear messaging to avoid additional confusion.
Ms. MacVay asked Mr. Mertz to expound upon the pro rata recommendation. Mr. Mertz explained that they are
recommending the ordinance reserve the right for CBJ to prorate the awards, to protect businesses who may be
late to the application period. The intent is to ensure everyone has an opportunity to receive funding. A possible
scenario is as follows: they could set the application period for one month, JEDC would work though the
applications and establish eligibility, then the Assembly could determine if award amounts are prorated or not.
Ms. Thomas asked if businesses could apply at the phase 2 level and qualify for the $99 thousand maximum
amount of funding if they did not apply at the phase 1 level. Mr. Mertz replied that they could. Ms. Thomas
suggested that a business should not need to submit additional paperwork if it already applied at the phase 1
level to reduce difficulty of the application process.
Ms. Thomas asked that they consider including a question regarding whether a business intends to still be in
business in 2021. Mr. Mertz replied that he will discuss that with Mr. Palmer.
Ms. Bell stated that, even if a business is unable to guarantee they will be in business in 2021, the grant funding
is provided to pay utilities and rent, so there is a domino effect with this grant money flowing through to other
Juneau businesses as well.
Ms. Bell expressed support for a simplified process for small businesses, and the expansion of including short‐
term debt as an eligible expense.
Ms. Martinson thought the idea of the grant awards naturally flowing through the Juneau community was
interesting, but asked if there was a way to require any business that dissolves to show the City they spent the
funds in the appropriate manner. Mr. Mertz replied that this was a good thought, but the time and energy
needed to collect this information would be quite extensive. He will present this idea to Mr. Palmer to see if
there are ways to address this.
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MOTION: by Ms. Bell to recommend changes to phase 2 and 3 as presented by Mr. Mertz. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Botelho.
Hearing no objections, the motion passed.
PPE Grant
Ms. MacVay reported that she and Ms. Belton met with Assembly Member Carole Triem about the PPE Grant.
Their meeting resulted in forwarding the parameters of the grant to Mr. Palmer for the creation of an ordinance.
Ms. Triem will be working with Mr. Palmer on any modifications to the ordinance. The details of the program
are:
1. Maximum grant amount of $5 thousand.
2. Maximum reimbursement amount of 75% of PPE purchases. Receipts are required for anything over
$200.
3. Applicants must have a physical presence in Juneau.
4. This is a public oriented program, not just limited to one type of business.
5. Examples of eligible PPE expenses may include physical improvements to the space to promote safety,
cleaning products, and software equipment or upgrades needed.
Mr. Mertz shared that the Assembly Finance Committee discussed the PPE Grant Program at their July 8 meeting
and moved it towards introduction.
Ms. MacVay stated she would like to release a list of reliable PPE providers or places people can go for
assistance with placing orders.
ACTION ITEM: Ms. MacVay and Ms. Belton will reach out to local stores and learn what has worked well for
them in order to develop some informational material for when the program is executed.
Infrastructure Bond Proposal
Mr. Botelho shared that there was robust discussion at the Assembly Finance Committee meeting regarding
using bond indebtedness to stimulate the economy. Mr. Rogers unveiled a useful tool for calculating bond debt
capacity at any given mill rate. This resulted in the Assembly adopting a motion from Mayor Weldon, which
incorporated Manager Watt’s recommendation, to draft a bond ordinance for the fall voter’s ballot in the
amount of $15 million, targeting school repairs, park improvements, and extension of the West Douglas Pioneer
Road to water. Generally, there was enthusiasm for undertaking a bond package. Mr. Edwardson expressed
some skepticism about whether infrastructure projects truly stimulate the economy.
Mr. Botelho also reported an interesting Assembly byproduct discussion regarding refinancing its current school
bond debt to lower the impact of the State’s failure to reimburse its share of that debt. This topic will be
discussed again in more detail at the July 20 Assembly Committee of the Whole.
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Mr. Koelsch stated that he was under the impression there was not time for this to be on the fall voters ballot.
He said that, though school improvements are needed, he understood the West Juneau Pioneer Road is still in
the negotiation phase, and parks are not needed if they take money away from the local economy through
increased taxes. He stated there are already large expenses associated with living in Juneau and property taxes
have not been lowered.
Mr. Forst asked if the Assembly had discussed separating the three proposals to allow voting on individual
projects. Mr. Botelho replied that the motion passed at the Assembly level had suggested a bundled effort.
There were concerns expressed about the package, and the Assembly is expected to discuss it further at the
July 20 Assembly Committee of the Whole.
Mr. Mertz asked Mr. Koelsch if he would be support a $5 million bond package for school improvements.
Mr. Koelsch replied that he would like to know where the $5 million amount came from, and why the City is not
using the $3 million set aside from sales tax for school repairs and maintenance. He would like additional
information regarding the details of the projects.
Ms. Bell stated that she also felt the conversation about infrastructure projects has very quickly become larger
than the Task Force’s recommendation.
Strategic Initiatives Action Items
Homelessness
Ms. Thomas reported that the Assembly is still discussing the Task Force’s recommendation to reserve $3 million
in CARES Act money for direct services by nonprofits of a social service nature. This is intended to help with
some of the homelessness issues. At the July 8 Assembly Finance Committee, they asked the City Manager to
solicit the community for a building the City could buy to serve as a warming shelter. The Homelessness Fact
Finding Group will continue to research how the Task Force can support what the City and others are already
doing.
Education and Childcare
Ms. Martinson met with Mr. Koelsch, Mr. Botelho, Mayor Weldon, Superintendent Weiss, Assembly Member
Jones, Ms. Lyons, and Mr. Holst to discuss the childcare need that has been created by the new school district
schedule. They have another meeting scheduled for July 14. Currently, they are awaiting survey results to see
what parents’ needs are in order to return to work while maintaining some type of structure for their children.
There are many big questions regarding space, staff, and funding, with not a lot of time before school starts.
Mr. Koelsch shared that he has spoken with several families, and he wants to ensure any assistance programs
are based on the needs of children and not finances.
Ms. Martinson added there is currently no State mandate for school districts in Alaska. The current schedule
that has been released was the decision of the Juneau School District.
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Mr. Forst stated the school district’s schedule is confusing. He expressed concern that a 14‐year‐old student will
only be in school 2 days a week, and that in some views, despite the low rate of spread and minimal risk to
children, the damage to education is outweighed by the risk of them being in school full time. He said that this is
a large roadblock to stabilizing the economy. He also expressed concern for the unsupervised tweens and teens
during the school day while parents are working.
Ms. Martinson stated that the American Pediatric Association has released a statement that the risks associated
with children not being in school is greater than the risks associated with them being in school. She added that
the school district is receiving feedback from some teachers that they do not feel safe in the classroom. She said
we have to consider the teachers’ needs also, what they are willing to do, and where the Task Force can help
make it safer.
Ms. Peters asked if the school district has discussed hiring extra full‐time substitute teachers so the children can
stay in one group all day long without mixing. Ms. Martinson replied that the fact‐finding group has discussed
this idea, so that children are not just in a daycare setting but also receive a level of supervision conducive to
completing their independent classwork.
Mr. Botelho stated that the Task Force is not a substitute for the School District and should not second‐guess
how they intend to manage. However, the question with which the Task Force can assist is how to help provide
school‐age children supervision during the day when they are not in school, in order to free the parents to re‐
engage in the economy. The role of the Task Force is to compliment the strategy the school board puts into
place.
Ms. Martinson said that from an economic standpoint, employers would be faced with a large dilemma if there
were no good solutions for parents. Increased requests for Emergency Family Medical Leave Act (EFMLA) and
increased unemployment is the solutions many parents will turn to, which will negatively affect our economy.
Mr. Mertz agreed that there is a role for the Task Force to come up with solutions to mitigate the impact on
families.
Workforce Development
Ms. Bell stated that their fact‐finding group is tracking the status of the University of Alaska Southeast. They are
also looking at current training and resources in Juneau, along with recent work and planning efforts on the
topic by JEDC and Southeast Conference. Their action strategy is to gather information that will allow them to
prioritize funding and effort.
Public Comment
Comment Matrix
Ms. MacVay supplied an update in the Task Force packet on public comments received.
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LifeMed Funding Request
Mr. Mertz shared that LifeMed, a provider of flight medivac services in Southeast Alaska, has approached the
City with a funding request. City Manager Watt asked the Task Force to conduct some research on their request.
He stated that after a conversation with the CEO of LifeMed earlier that morning, they discovered that because
they are a limited liability company and owned by Yukon‐Kuskokwim Health Corporation, they qualified for a
PPP loan between $2 and $5 million. Mr. Mertz recommended to the Task Force that, based on their eligibility
for substantial funding elsewhere, the City should not move forward with a funding request to the Assembly for
LifeMed.
Mr. Botelho asked about the business structure of the third medivac company serving Southeast Alaska,
Guardian. Mr. Mertz replied that Guardian is a for‐profit entity, which is eligible for other funding, similar to
LifeMed.
Ms. Thomas asked if they have a base in Juneau and may qualify for the Business Stabilization Grant program.
Mr. Mertz replied that they are aware of that program.
Good of the Order
Mr. Mertz directed the attention of the Task Force to a fact‐finding item presented by Ms. Grigg displaying data
acquired through the Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Bartlett Regional Hospital, Bradley Grigg. The data
displays indicators of the stressors that children are suffering due to the COVID‐19 environment that are being
evidenced in Psychiatric Emergency Services. The second bullet on the memo is particularly telling, where
Mr. Grigg states that “stressors communicated by youth included isolation from their social support networks,
lack of sports, and struggles with school during the last quarter of the 2019 – 2020 academic year.”
Ms. Grigg stated that she had an interest in whether Bartlett Behavioral Health was seeing a change in dynamics
amongst the children they serve. The data reflected in the packet only captures a portion of the picture in
Juneau. The data is not reflective of what SEARHC, Juneau Youth Services, or other providers in Juneau may be
seeing.
Ms. Grigg drew their attention to the second data set, which indicated the children experiencing the most
negative impacts of the COVID‐19 environment are 13 and under. The number of children visiting the
emergency room for mental health reasons in that age category has sharply increased, and could be seen as the
beginning as a disturbing trend.
Ms. Grigg stated that these numbers do not take into account the children that were doing well in February and
may be experiencing situational depression today, but only the ones with severe enough symptoms to be
present in the Emergency Department’s data. She stated that her intent with bringing this information before
the Task Force was to inform the fact‐finding group as they continue to work on childcare and education, and to
encourage them to keep the mental health and emotional well‐being of Juneau’s children in mind as well.
Mr. Botelho asked if a representative from Bartlett Regional Hospital could speak to this issue for a few minutes
at the next Task Force meeting.
Ms. Thomas recommended keeping testing as a critical topic of the Task Force with further discussion at their
next meeting, as it is important for the rebound of the economy. She will invite Mr. Barr to give an update.
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Ms. Thomas also asked the Task Force to keep in mind independent contractors and longshoremen, as this may
be a gap area in terms of assistance.
Further, Ms. Thomas asked for a communications update at the next meeting that examines messaging by
different sources of media.
Ms. Martinson suggested the Task Force revisit the recommendations made by Ms. Peters in her report when
assessing the business climate in Juneau, to see where the Task Force may help.
Mr. Koelsch stated that, if the Task Force is to continue meeting on a weekly basis, it would be helpful to receive
the agenda and reading materials a day prior to the meeting, giving them more time for reading and research.
Ms. MacVay suggested going back through the public comments received to review the ones that were
narrower in focus and to look for opportunities for positive impact.
Mr. Force stated a gap area for contract musicians. They do not qualify for unemployment and it is very difficult
to get assistance for this group of people.
Ms. Thomas stated the current pace of weekly meetings has been necessary and will continue to be for a little
while longer, but perhaps not for much longer.
Adjournment
At 5:13 p.m., the meeting was adjourned.
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3260 Hospital Drive, Juneau, Alaska 99801 907.796.8900 www.bartletthospital.org
Impacts of COVID‐19 and the Related Shutdown on Children’s
Mental and Behavioral Health
Children's Psychiatric Emergency Department
Non‐Unique Visits
8%
Post
Shutdown
7%
Post
Shutdown
6%
5%
4%
Pre‐
Shutdown
3%
2%
Pre‐
Shutdown
1%
0%
Age 14 ‐ 17 Age 13 Under
July 2019 ‐ March 2020 April 2020 ‐ June 2020
July 2019 – March 2020 Number Percentages Monthly Average
18 and Above 911 96% 101
14 – 17 33 3% 4
13 and Under 6 1% 1
April 2020 – June 2020 Number Percentages Monthly Average
18 and Above 315 87% 105
14 – 17 27 7% 9
13 and Under 22 6% 7
Nearly 50% of the children and adult patients assessed during the April 2020 – June 2020 period expressed this
was their first time experiencing a Behavioral Health Crisis. Patients communicated a sharp increase in depression
and anxiety due to stressors around their employment, housing, and family stress, due to impacts of COVID‐19 on
their lives.
Stressors communicated by youth included isolation from their social support networks, lack of sports, and
struggles with school during the last quarter of the 2019 – 2020 academic year.
Bartlett Regional Hospital — A City and Borough of Juneau Enterprise Fund
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Monthly Average of New Unique Patients
Bartlett Outpatient Psychiatric Services Caseload
14.0 Post
Shutdown
12.0
Post
10.0
Shutdown
8.0
Pre‐
Shutdown
6.0
Pre‐
Shutdown
4.0
2.0
0.0
Adults Children
July 2019 ‐ March 2020 April 2020 ‐ June 2020
July 2019 – March 2020 Number of New Patients Monthly Average
Adults 18 and Above 56 6.2
Children 17 and Under 37 4.1
April 2020 – June 2020 Number of New Patients Monthly Average
Adults 18 and Above 28 9.3
Children 17 and Under 38 12.7
During the July 2019 – March 2020 period, Bartlett Outpatient Psychiatric Services evidenced an average of 4 new
child intakes per month (aged 17 and under).
During the April 2020 – June 2020 period, Bartlett Outpatient Psychiatric Services evidenced an average of nearly
13 new child intakes per month (aged 17 and under).
Stressors communicated by youth included isolation from their social support networks, lack of sports, and
struggles with school during the last quarter of the 2019 – 2020 academic year.
Data represents patients seen in the Bartlett Regional Hospital’s Emergency Department and Bartlett Outpatient
Psychiatric Services, and is not inclusive of other mental and behavioral health providers in Juneau. Data sourced from
Bartlett Behavioral Health.
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ESTF
Public Comment Summary
July 15th, 2020
Letters Received since June 25th
Food Production letter proposes a $238,000 grant idea.
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Brenwynne Grigg
From: Day, Kirby (HAP)
Sent: Thursday, July 16, 2020 1:14 PM
To: Max Mertz; Linda Thomas; Economic Stabilization
Subject: rolling no sail orders
EXTERNAL E-MAIL: BE CAUTIOUS WHEN OPENING FILES OR FOLLOWING LINKS
There will be no cruises until late September, CDC says
From CNN's Jacqueline Howard
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has extended its "No Sail Order and Suspension
of Further Embarkation" for cruise ships until September 30, according to the agency's website. The
website was updated with the extension on Thursday.
The order remains in effect until September 30, or until the expiration of the US Department of Health
and Human Services' declaration that Covid-19 constitutes a public health emergency, or the director
of the CDC rescinds or modifies the order.
In March, the CDC announced on its website, "The CDC Director has reason to believe that cruise
ship travel may continue to introduce, transmit, or spread COVID-19. As such, the CDC Director
issued a No Sail Order for cruise ships."
The CDC previously extended its original order until July 24 before now extending it again.
S. Kirby Day, III PFSO Franklin Dock, Juneau Alaska
Government and Community Relations
Holland America Group - Princess Cruises, Holland America Line & Seabourn
704 South Franklin Street | Juneau, AK 99801
+1-907-364-7250 office | +1-907-723-2491 mobile
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