June 20, 2019, by admin

The City and Borough Assembly approved a grant to the Sitka Sound Science Center from the Fish Box tax revenue for $25,000. The funds will be used to operate the hatchery which provides fish to the common property fishery in Sitka Sound and benefits commercial, sport, guided sport and subsistence fishermen.

The funds for the Fish Box tax come from the guided sport and charter fishermen. For every box of fish that gets sent out of Sitka, a $10 tax is levied, with the money going into a fund. Every year, organizations that are involved in fisheries enhancement (i.e. salmon hatcheries) can apply for a portion or all of the available funds.