News From Saint Paul

St. Paul Island transitions to Village Public Safety Officers
After nearly two years without a stable police force, the remote Pribilof Island community of St. Paul is welcoming new Village Public Safety Officers. St. Paul will ultimately have two

Saint Paul Island’s dependence upon snow crab, and their disappearance, highlighted in news article.
On July 5, 2023, Saint Paul Island was highlighted in a story on the disappearance of billions of snow crab and the people of Saint Paul’s dependence upon them for

Saint Paul Island and the Crab Fishery Spotlight of Yale Publication
On June 8, 2023, Saint Paul Island was the spotlight of a story in the Yale School of the Environment’s online magazine. The in-depth story written by Andrew Lewis describes

Researchers Study Saint Paul Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches
US and Canadian researchers are studying the ecology and behavior of the Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches that make Saint Paul Island their home. They’ve also been trying to identify how many finches

Current Status of the City’s Department of Public Safety
The City has hired a Community Service Officer and is transitioning to Village Public Safety Officers rather than police officers. The City has also hired a full time EMT due

Environmental Assessment and Preliminary Finding of No Significant Impact
City of Saint Paul Aalax Solid Waste Facility Project June 1, 2023 – Environmental Assessment City of Saint Paul Aalax Solid Waste Facility Project and Preliminary Finding of No Significant

Community Open House to share ideas about St. Paul’s Future
Join us April 19 from 6-8 pm at the Recreation Hall to learn about the St. Paul Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, why it is important, and share your ideas about

Funding Emergency Medical Services (EMS) update
On February 23, 2023, the Central Bering Sea Fishermen’s Association (CBSFA) Board of Directors approved a contribution of $50,111 to fund a portion of the emergency medical services costs for

Tuberculosis Screening Saint Paul Island
Public Health Nurses will be available to provide FREE TB Screenings and testing for the St. Paul community! St. Paul School February 14th 9am-12pm St. Paul Senior Center February 14th

KUCB writes about the Saint Paul’s emergency medical services in jeopardy
Yesterday, KUCB published the following story on how the Bering Sea crab crash puts Saint Paul Island’s emergency medical services in jeopardy. https://www.kucb.org/health/2023-01-18/bering-sea-crab-crash-puts-pribilof-islands-emergency-medical-services-in-jeopardy

Request for Proposals for Architectural, Engineering and Project Inspection Services
January 19, 2023—Request for Proposals for Architectural, Engineering and Project Inspection Services for the Saint Paul Small Boat Harbor Utility Expansion Project The Project includes the extension and upgrade of

UPDATE: Save Saint Paul EMS
On December 27, 2022, the City initiated the “Save Saint Paul’s EMS” fundraising campaign. To date, $2,480 has been raised to help fund EMS services. On December 30, 2022, the

Public Comment Period for Pribilof Islands Wildlife Protection Guidelines for Oil Spill Response
Pribilof Islands Wildlife Protection Guidelines for Oil Spill Response Public Comment Period 1/9/23 to 2/7/23 The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Alaska Regional Response Team (ARRT), Pribilof

Public Safety Seeks Volunteers to assist Saint Paul EMS Squad
Due to a reduction in City tax revenue, from no snow crab season this next year, the City is no longer able to afford the EMS services provided by Delta

Save Saint Paul EMS
As a result of the closure of the crab fisheries and the complete loss of fisheries tax revenues for approximately $2.5 million, the City of Saint Paul had to implement

Tradition should be shared with loved ones this holiday season, not respiratory illness.
Reduce the spread of Flu, RSV and COVID-19 in our community by wearing a mask, staying home when sick, handwashing, and staying up to date on vaccines.

One Active Case of Tuberculosis Diagnosed on Saint Paul Island
December 2, 2022—Today, the City of Saint Paul received a notification from the State of Alaska Department of Health that a member of our community has been diagnosed with active

City declares Cultural, Economic, and Social Emergency
On October 26, 2022, the Council of the City of Saint Paul passed a resolution declaring a cultural, economic, and social emergency for Saint Paul Island, due to the closure

Nov. 3 Public Hearing: Community Development Block Grant and Bulk Fuel Facility & Dispensing Tankage Upgrade Project
On November 3, 2022, the City will hold a Public Hearing during the regularly scheduled City Council meeting that begins at 9:00 am. There will be a presentation on the

City and CBSFA Issue Joint Press Release on Crab Closures
The City of Saint Paul and Central Bering Sea Fishermen’s Association issued a joint press release today, October 18, 2022 regarding the 2022-2023 closures of the Bering Sea snow crab

City Council Position on PRIME Initiative/ Alagum Kanuux
On October 7, 2022, the Council of the City of Saint Paul approved a resolution conditionally supporting the PRIME Initiative/Alagum Kanuux. Additionally, the Council stated it will make an ultimate