The Native Village of Saxman is getting more affordable housing thanks to a $500,000 loan the city received from the Rasmuson Foundation.
The Anchorage-based philanthropic organization recently approved over $6 million in grants. Rasmuson spokeswoman Ruth Hall said in an email that some of that money was given to Saxman to build 20 units of affordable housing.
Saxman City Clerk Yeił Atoowu Ginger McCormick said it’s actually 14 new units. The new apartments are meant to serve low income residents.
Seven of those apartments were completed on June 28. McCormick said the other half will be ready to accept tenants by mid-July. McCormick said the apartments will be divided into four buildings. The buildings will be named Wolf House, Eagle House, Bear House, and Eagle Nest House. Each will have access to a dishwasher, washer, and dryer.
McCormick said many island residents can’t catch a break when it comes to housing – especially elders with fixed income and young residents entering the job market. She said she hopes these units will help.
According to McCormick, their goal is to fill all 14 of the new apartments by December. They are accepting applications. Would-be tenants can turn in their housing applications at Saxman City Hall.
