traditional subsistence practices that supplement modern life. “We still have a subsistence lifestyle that many of our community members participate in,” says Brown. Unalaska represents a study in contrast: a remote town that’s home to world-class industrial operations, a community that’s balancing Alaska’s Native traditions amidst global shipping demands, while planning renewable energy systems. This resilient island community continues balancing these tensions with the same determination that has sustained it for generations at the edge of the continent. PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Aleutian Airways www.flyaleutian.com Aleutian Airways, operated by Sterling Airways, is a joint venture between Wexford Capital and McKinley Alaska Private Investment, to answer community needs for airline service to the Aleutian Islands and destinations throughout Alaska. Operating Saab 2000 aircraft, Aleutian Airways is the Strongest Link in the Chain. n Offshore Systems Inc www.offshoresystemsinc.com “There are no private health organizations, private gyms, bowling alleys, or movie theaters here. We really do provide the social calendar,” Homka explains. “Our parks, culture and recreation is a rather large department because it is the entertainment, health, and community part of this community.” These municipal investments support permanent residents plus the thousands of seasonal workers who temporarily call Unalaska home.“The workforce that comes out here to support industry also needs PCR, a library, restaurants, and all this stuff,” Brown points out. Beyond organized services, many residents maintain 88 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 05
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