First Things First Alaska Foundation

Attn Juneau Voters: First Things First has send surveys to each of the CBJ assembly candidates running for a seat in the October election. When you see them, urge them to participate in the survey so their viewpoints can be shared with all First Things First Alaska followers. And stay tuned for their results...

The news you've been waiting to hear: First Things First and about a dozen organizations, companies and individuals along with the State of Alaska, are suing the federal government to abolish the Tongass Roadless Rule, which if adopted, would decimate the economy in SE Alaska. We've ponied up $5,000 today for this effort and we need your contributions, no matter how small. Learn more on our website.

Tongass Roadless Rule | First Things First Foundation The US Forest Service has unilaterally decided to close off 92 percent of the Tongass National Forest by implementing new roadless rule regulation, which will be applied to future development, including timber harvests, mining, and hydroelectric and other renewable energy projects.

Looking forward to the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon today. Neil MacKinnon, Chair of First Things First Foundation, is practicing his speech. Hope to see you there.

Come to the Juneau Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Thursday to hear our BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! We're so excited to be doing something positive for our economy. Moose Lodge at 11:30

Thanks "liking" our new First Things First Page! Responsible economic and resource development is important for SE Alaska and we're glad you agree. If you haven't visited our website for awhile, we've made some changes

Responsible Economic Development and Natural Resource Management in Southeast Alaska | First Things. The CBJ ad hoc committee submitted its recommendations to the CBJ Committee of the Whole. The Assembly now decides how to proceed.

Tune in to Action Line (KJNO 630AM) tomorrow (Monday) at 11:05am where host Murray Walsh and FTF Executive Director, Mindy Rowland will talk to special guest Karen Budd-Falen about how environmental groups are suing the federal government and getting paid by the federal government to do so!

Welcome to our new page. Facebook is updating its processes and the existing First Things First Alaska Foundation page will be going away. Unfortunately, so will all of our "friends" unless you accept our new request. We don't want to lose you so please accept! And don't forget to recommend us to your other friends as well. Thanks.