In the Loop: December 9th, 2020

This edition of In the Loop contains information regarding EAES grant applications. If you have applied and have not yet received your payment, or would like an update on your application’s status, call Glennora Dushkin at (907) 274-7555. The deadline to file additional paperwork for this grant is December 18th, 2020. (more…)

Aleutians East Borough Assembly: November 12th Regular Meeting – Audio & Packet

Posted on: November 12th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: Aleutians East Borough, Civic & Government, Community Window, COVID-19, King Cove, KSDP Programs, Sand Point

The Aleutians East Borough Assembly met for a regular meeting on November 12th, 2020 in order to go through usual business.

To stream the Meeting, click below!

To Download Press the Link Below
Download the Meeting Here

View and Download The November 12th, 2020 Board Packet Here.

PSA + MP3: Fisherman’s Zoom Call – November 5th at 10 AM.

Posted on: October 30th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: Aleutians East Borough, Community Window, COVID-19, Fisheries News, King Cove, KSDP Programs, Sand Point

Meeting has been archived here (11MB, MP3):
https://apradio.org/mp3/2020-11-05-aebfish.mp3

KSDP will be broadcasting an Aleutians East Borough fisherman’s Zoom call to answer questions from fishermen about relief programs.

The following people are scheduled to participate in the call:
• Jeffery T. Curry, Agricultural Program Manager, USDA Palmer Office
To discuss the Seafood Trade Relief Program (STRP)
• Douglas Vincent-Lang, Commissioner, ADFG
• Rachel Baker, Deputy Commissioner, ADFG
To provide updates on the CAREs Act for Fishermen & other relief programs
• Mary Tesche, Assistant Borough Administrator, AEB
To discuss the AEB Emergency Assistance program
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Aleutians East Borough Assembly: October 20th Special Meeting – Audio

Posted on: October 20th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: Aleutians East Borough, Civic & Government, Community Window, COVID-19, King Cove, KSDP Programs, Sand Point

The Aleutians East Borough Assembly met for a special meeting on October 20th, 2020 in order to swear in new members as well as re-appropriate Covid related funds.

To stream the Meeting, click below!

To Download Press the Link Below
Download the Meeting Here

Notice: School Board Forum – Friday October 2nd, 2020

KSDP will host a School Board Forum for candidates for seats C and D on the Aleutians East Borough School District Board on Friday, October 2nd 2020 at 4pm

Listen: Interview with Nicole Borromeo – Executive Vice President and General Counsel for the Alaska Federation of Natives – September 2nd, 2020

KSDP’s Austin Roof discussed the importance of the 2020 Census for majority native and rural communities in Alaska with Nicole Borromeo, the Executive Vice President and General Counsel for the Alaska Federation of Natives.

To hear the full interview, click here:

To download the interview, click here!

Completing the Census is quick, easy, and completely confidential. Please respond online at www.2020census.gov or by phone by calling 1-(844)-330-2020.

Failing to fill out the Census deprives your community of $3,500 per year. For a family of four this equates to almost $150,000 over 10 years.

PSA: Notice of Offices for the Aleutians East Borough – 2020

Posted on: August 26th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: AEB School District, Aleutians East Borough, Civic & Government, Community Window, King Cove, Sand Point

If you would like to declare candidacy for the:

– Aleutians East Borough Mayor – (3 year term)
– Aleutians East Borough Assembly Seat A – (3 year term)
– Aleutians East Borough Assembly Seat F – (3 year term)
– Aleutians East Borough School Board Seat C – (3 year term)
– Aleutians East Borough School Board Seat D – (3 year term)

you must declare your candidacy with the Borough Clerk in Sand Point or with Assistant Borough Clerks in other communities before 5 P.M. on Friday, September 4th 2020.

For more information, as well as a list of Borough Clerks, click here!

MP3: Interview With District Director John Veal of the Small Business Association Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program

Posted on: August 4th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: Aleutians East Borough, Community Window, COVID-19, Fisheries News, King Cove, KSDP Programs, Sand Point

District Director John Veal of the Small Business Association took some time to speak with Austin Roof about the opportunities for fisherman and other small business’ to apply for the Paycheck Protection Program before the August 8th, 2020 deadline.

Topics included:

– Who can apply for the PPP.
– How to find a lender if your bank cannot provide for you.
– and more…

Stream the interview here:

Stream or download the interview here!

If you need to get connected with a lender separate from your bank, click here!

News Release: New Local Delivery System Makes Distance Learning Possible in AEBSD

Posted on: July 29th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: AEB School District, Aleutians East Borough, City Of Sand Point, Community Window, COVID-19, King Cove, Sand Point

At no additional cost to students and families of the Aleutians East Borough, the Aleutians East Borough School District has created a way for students to connect with their teachers and receive schoolwork; all without leaving their homes or connecting to the internet.

In accordance with the State and Federal guidelines for SMART START, the school district will be opening this fall. Amid uncertainty concerning schools reopening, this system provides the opportunity for students to immediately social distance should the situation surrounding COVID-19 worsen.

Some families will be provided with wireless access points to make this possible, all that will be required of them will be to have the access points connected to power.

For the full press release, as well as a number of frequently asked questions, click here: AEBSD Wireless Press Release

If you have any questions or concerns not addressed in the FAQ above, call the Aleutians East Borough School District at 907-383-5222, option 4.

Download and Listen to the Aleutians East Borough Assembly Meeting – May 28th, 2020 at 3PM

Posted on: May 28th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: Aleutians East Borough, Civic & Government, Community Window, COVID-19, King Cove, KSDP Programs, Meet the People, Sand Point

The Aleutians East Borough Assembly met for a special meeting on May 28th, 2020 in order to go through usual business as well as important COVID-19 related items.

To stream the Meeting, click below!

To Download Press the Link Below
Download the Meeting Here

View and Download The May 28th, 2020 Board Packet Here.

Boys Basketball MP3: King Cove T-Jacks (81) Vs. Manokotak Lynx (50) – Wednesday March 11th, 2020

Posted on: March 11th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: 2019 - 2020 Season, AEB School District, Aleutians East Borough, Basketball, Community Window, King Cove

Final Score: King Cove T-Jacks (81) Vs. Manokotak Lynx (50)

After a close first quarter where King Cove led by one basket, the T-Jacks managed to gradually build up momentum through the entirety of the game; stacking up points until they had an insurmountable lead on the Lynx.

Download the game here (MP3, 7MB):
https://apradio.org/mp3/2020-03-11-kcv-man-b.mp3

Today’s game brought to you by Jessie in Togiak. Awesome job Jessie!

Boys Basketball MP3: Sand Point Eagles (53) Vs. King Cove T-Jacks (40) – Saturday March 7th, 2020

Posted on: March 11th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: 2019 - 2020 Season, AEB School District, Aleutians East Borough, Basketball, Community Window, King Cove, Sand Point

Final Score: Sand Point Eagles (53) Vs. King Cove T-Jacks (40)

Sand Point snags another methodical win against rivals King Cove to finish off this set and their regular season. Maintaining the narrowest of leads in just one point throughout the first quarter, they came into their own at the start of the second to gain and hold their lead all the way to the finish.

Download the game here (MP3, 7MB):
https://apradio.org/mp3/2020-03-07-sdp-kcv-b.mp3

Today’s game brought to you by our very own Austin Roof!

Boys Basketball MP3: Sand Point Eagles (67) Vs. King Cove T-Jacks (33) – Friday March 6th, 2020

Posted on: March 6th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: 2019 - 2020 Season, AEB School District, Aleutians East Borough, Basketball, Community Window, King Cove, Sand Point

Final Score: Sand Point Eagles (67) Vs. King Cove T-Jacks (33)

PARTIAL GAME: Due to conflicting scheduling, we could only catch the second half of this boys game. We do apologize for this inconvenience.

Sand Point has home-turf advantage and is out for blood in this game against the King Cove T-Jacks. Managing to slowly accumulate a lead throughout the entire game, they manage to hit an insurmountable lead in the 4th quarter and protect it with their restrictive defense.

Download the game here (MP3, 7MB):
https://apradio.org/mp3/2020-03-06-sdp-kcv-b.mp3

Today’s game brought to you by our very own Austin Roof!

Girls Basketball MP3: Sand Point Lady Eagles (31) Vs. King Cove Rookies (84) – February 14th, 2020

Posted on: February 14th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: 2019 - 2020 Season, AEB School District, Basketball, Community Window, King Cove, Sand Point

The King Cove Rookies seem nearly unstoppable, running against their long time rivals here in Sand Point. With a commanding near-shutout in the oppressive first-quarter, the Rookies took control early and never looked back. Despite giving their all, the Sand Point Lady Eagles could not surmount the pure talent and dedication of this King Cove team.

Final Score: Sand Point Lady Eagles (31) Vs. King Cove Rookies (84)

Download the game here (MP3, 16MB):
Download or Listen to the Game Here!

Another great announcing job done courtesy of KSDP’s own Austin Roof!

Girls Basketball MP3: King Cove Rookies (48) Vs. Nikiski Bulldogs (42) – February 12th, 2020

Posted on: February 12th, 2020 | Author: Holden | Filed under: 2019 - 2020 Season, AEB School District, Aleutians East Borough, Basketball, Community Window, King Cove

In a close game that had them trailing early, the King Cove Rookies manage to come away with the victory in this nail-biter versus the Nikiski Bulldogs. With this win, the King Cove Rookies continue their dominant streak over all the competition this season.

Final Score: King Cove Rookies (48) Vs. Nikiski Bulldogs (42)

Download the game here (MP3, 16MB):
Listen to or Download the Game Here!

Play by play courtesy of King Cove’s Brayden B!