Cordova police will strengthen drug enforcement
The Cordova Police Department will step up its drug policing with traffic stops and use of a detection dog, interim Police Chief Nate Taylor said.
Food Pantry gives away 160 Thanksgiving turkeys
Families visiting Cordova’s Salvation Army food pantry Monday, Nov. 23 received cans of sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie filling, as well as 160 frozen turkeys.
Additional COVID-19 case identified
“This is a delicate and important moment in our community’s COVID-19 trajectory,” city officials stated. “With the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, it is paramount that every individual does their best to keep their social bubbles small and minimize personal exposure. Social distance remains our most effective tool in the fight against COVID-19. Use it.”
51st virus case is travel-related
Cordova reported one new case of the novel coronavirus Tuesday, Dec. 1.
Ilanka Cultural Center moves to First Street
The Ilanka Cultural Center has moved from the Native Village of Eyak Building on Nicholoff Way.
City considers $900K permanent fund withdrawal
Cordova City Council spent a three-hour Wednesday, Dec. 2 work session embedded in the delicate task of devising a budget that would meet the community’s needs in spite of diminished revenues.
USDA offers session for potential guided helicopter skiing services
Officials at the Cordova Ranger District will offer a virtual open house from 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 9 for businesses interested in submitting a prospectus proposal for guided helicopter skiing services within Chugach National Forest.
EVOSTC draft resolution to expand oil spill boundary aid draws support
A draft resolution before the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council to incorporate an ecosystem approach to the Exxon Valdez oil spill boundary is gaining wide support from residents of Cordova and beyond.
52nd virus case is travel-related
Cordova reported its 52nd case of the novel coronavirus Monday, Dec. 7.
City awarded for outstanding pandemic response
“We appreciate the teamwork and collaboration demonstrated by the city of Cordova in response to the pandemic and economic crisis,” said Alaska Municipal League Executive Director Nils Andreassen. “We understand the tireless efforts this requires, and the resilience of the community.”
