ANCHORAGE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

Governor Dunleavy has signed SB 179 into law, a significant step forward for Alaska's economic development. This new legislation removes taxes on property transfers and allows for 100% tax abatements on housing and development projects, creating a more favorable environment for growth. Mike Robbins, Executive Director of ACDA, praised the bill as a "game-changer" for cities like Anchorage, enabling initiatives that will boost property values and expand the economic base without impacting state finances or education funding. #EconomicDevelopment #Alaska #SB179 #MunicipalGrowth #Anchorage #Leadership https://lnkd.in/gN5J9cK6

Mike Robbins, Executive Director for the Anchorage Community Development Authority, is scheduled to speak at the 2024 U.S. Housing & Community Development Conference in Dallas, Texas. He will be sharing insights at this significant event, which takes place on May 30-31, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas. His presence at the conference highlights the event's emphasis on innovative and effective leadership in the housing and community economic development sectors. #HCDC2024

🏡 Exciting News for Alaska! 🏡 Today marks a significant legislative victory as the Alaska Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 179. This pivotal bill incorporates essential tax abatement provisions from the previously proposed SB77, ensuring that critical housing and economic development projects can advance across the state, including in Anchorage. This aligns with our goal of promoting maximum local self-government. The Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA) played an instrumental role in advocating for this bill. Mike Robbins, Executive Director of ACDA, applauded the leadership of our state lawmakers. "The essential provisions we supported were successfully integrated into SB179, which will boost development and expand the tax base in Anchorage without financial consequences for the State or negative impacts on education." This achievement empowers Alaskan municipalities to independently determine incentives that stimulate local development, furthering ACDA’s mission of revitalizing and economically empowering our communities. Heartfelt thanks to the original sponsors of SB77—Senator Forrest Dunbar, Senator Matt Claman, Representative Julie Coulombe, and Representative Jesse Sumner—and to all the dedicated community members and leaders who supported this effort. Together, we are building a vibrant future for our cities. 🚀💼 https://lnkd.in/dDTcgUJa #Alaska #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityGrowth #ACDA #SB179 #Anchorage #LocalGovernment #HousingDevelopment #PublicPolicy #SustainableGrowth

The ACDA is offering low-interest loans that can be a catalyst for revitalizing business districts and enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of an area. The loan amount was recently updated to $100,000 which could potentially empower more business and property owners to undertake significant renovations or improvements. It's a great way to foster economic growth and community development. Read on about the program in the April 2024 edition of Alaska Business Monthly. https://lnkd.in/gB_2zCZf #BuildingOurCitysFuture #GreatStreetsRevitalization #SmallBusinessSupport #CommunityDevelopment #EconomicGrowth

🌟 Breaking Ground in Downtown Anchorage! 🌟 We're delighted to share a significant milestone in the revitalization of downtown Anchorage with the unveiling of Block 96. Under the visionary leadership of the Anchorage Community Development Authority and Shaun Debenham, this project represents a pivotal moment in our city's development journey. We're not just constructing buildings; we're building a brighter future for Anchorage. This initiative underscores our commitment to fostering economic growth, attracting talent, and creating vibrant communities. We extend our sincere gratitude to all the individuals and organizations whose dedication and collaboration have brought us to this exciting moment. Join us as we celebrate this achievement and look forward to the continued progress and transformation of Anchorage! 🏗️ #AnchorageDevelopment #UrbanRenewal #CommunityBuilding #BuildingOurCitysFuture

Fabulous development updates for our Anchorage Community! #BuildingOurCitysFuture #PartnershipsMatter https://lnkd.in/gYxZx5X9

We are thrilled to see a transformative redevelopment project in downtown Anchorage. Our partnership with the MASH team has caused positive action and we look forward to shopping at the future grocery store. #BuildingOurCitysFuture ### Mark Begich and Sheldon Fisher are working to revitalize Downtown Anchorage through several renovation projects. Read about it in our latest article! https://lnkd.in/gkDnMvKD #akbiz #alaskabusiness #downtown #alaskahotelgroup #cpacer #anchorage