6 Alaska Communities Receive Federal Funds for Infrastructure Improvements

Funds will go towards harbor upgrades, transportation infrastructure, and electric grid modernization

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The U.S. Representative Nick Begich's office announced that six Alaska communities will receive federal funds for critical infrastructure projects. The funding, part of the Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill, will go towards upgrades to harbors, transportation, and electric grid improvements across the state.

Why it matters

This federal funding will help address aging and inadequate infrastructure in several Alaskan communities, improving transportation, public safety, and economic development opportunities. The investments come at a crucial time as Alaska communities work to modernize and strengthen their infrastructure in the face of climate change and other challenges.

The details

The City of Kodiak will receive $5 million to upgrade its St. Hermans harbor, the City of Soldotna will get $2.387 million to improve Marydale Avenue transportation infrastructure, the Petersburg Borough will receive $2 million for harbor protections, the Municipality of Anchorage will get $1.75 million to construct a new electric substation, the City of Ouzinkie will receive $1.1 million to modernize its harbor, and the City of Homer will get $250,000 to replace aging port infrastructure.

  • The funding announcement was made on February 13, 2026.

The players

Nick Begich

U.S. Representative whose office secured the federal funds for the infrastructure projects.

City of Kodiak

Alaska community receiving $5 million to upgrade its St. Hermans harbor.

City of Soldotna

Alaska community receiving $2.387 million to improve transportation infrastructure for Marydale Avenue.

Petersburg Borough

Alaska community receiving $2 million to improve harbor protections and reduce storm damage.

Municipality of Anchorage

Alaska community receiving $1.75 million to construct a new electric substation as part of the Port of Alaska Modernization Program.

City of Ouzinkie

Alaska community receiving $1.1 million to modernize its harbor infrastructure.

City of Homer

Alaska community receiving $250,000 to replace aging float systems critical to operations at Homer Port Freight.

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The takeaway

This federal funding will help several Alaskan communities address critical infrastructure needs, from harbor upgrades to transportation improvements and electric grid modernization. The investments come at a crucial time as Alaska works to strengthen its infrastructure in the face of climate change and other challenges.