Here they are, to round out the list so you know all the trivia night-worthy facts out there about Fairbanks. Do you know any other facts about Fairbanks? Let me know in the comments if you have any questions or join me in my Alaska Travel Tips Facebook Community!
Need More Alaska Travel Advice? Explore Fairbanks is engaged with regional infrastructure projects Explore Fairbanks has a positive track record with infrastructure projects of this kind. Explore Fairbanks works on other projects that enhance the community and region such as: Encouraging sustainability of the community through leading an Arctic Winter Games Legacy Recycling Bins Program which has distributed more than recycling bins to nearly 40 community organizations for use in public spaces, including schools, visitors center, community parks, sports facilities, and private-sector businesses.
Another collaborative project has been the development of a Dalton Highway Safety Guide and sign. Initiating a downtown wayfinding signage program as part of the Cushman Street Complete Streets project. Working closely with elected officials and the University of Alaska Fairbanks, positioning Fairbanks as the hub and basecamp for the arctic.
As the farthest north community in the United States accessible by air, rail and road, Fairbanks is situated to be a leader in scientific research and policy, helping sustainable economies for indigenous peoples, technologic development, and military defense. Leisure tourism as well as meetings and conventions are key to this positioning. The following year, a handful of existing visitor industry small businesses recognized that world-class visitor product already existed in Fairbanks.
They further recognized that the missing ingredient was promotion of their product. Around , members of the City Council had articulated concerns about the effect that a growing bed tax had on the amount of property tax that can be levied by the City under its current tax cap. The case put forth was that under the tax cap, every new bed tax dollar collected dictated that one less dollar in property tax can be collected. The consistency in keeping with the original ordinance was jagged on the part of the City Council until it reached a point of severe contentiousness between City government and the local tourism industry.
All proposals have been resoundingly defeated or not forwarded by the Fairbanks City Council. Historically except for two years since , the actual amount collected has exceeded the projected amount. The distributions are based on the last audited figure.
A tax on guests of lodging facilities is a targeted tax. If there is a demonstrable need for increased funding for government services, the tourism industry would only support a broad-based tax imposed equitably on all industry sectors, residents and visitors.
If there is ever any increase in bed tax, the government body should consider it only if it is requested by the local tourism industry for a project or marketing strategies that would benefit the industry and by extension, the economy of the community. About Explore Fairbanks. Walk for Charity.
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Tourism Works for Fairbanks. Sustainable Destination. Contact Us. Spotlight on Fairbanks. Fairbanks, AK is also the home of several world class attractions. The Riverboat Discovery is consistently rated one of the top boat tours in the State and Gold Dredge 8 is also a visitor favorite.
The Antique Auto Museum at the Wedgewood Resort has an amazing collection of vintage automobiles, historical photos and period costumes. Fairbanks not only has plenty of things to do in the summer months, but during the winter it is one of the best places in the world to view the Aurora Borealis Northern Lights. Click here for our Fairbanks Alaska Map.
Fairbanks is known for is long summer days up to 21 hours of daylight in June and July and its incredible views of the Northern Lights Aurora borealis during the long winter days. The Aurora can best be viewed between October and April. It is home to Explore Fairbanks the organization that oversees the Visitor Center. The 9, square-feet of interpretive space features exhibits on the land, the seasons and the peoples of Interior Alaska and the Arctic.
Free Wi-fi for visitors. Information on accessing public lands in Alaska state and federal parks, forests and refuges. A variety of educational programs are available. Summer hours daily 9 to 5 from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Call www. Certified technicians can service campers, trailers, toy haulers. They …. They carry an excellent stock of parts and accessories ….
You could spend a week here and still never get bored. The Center focuses on the cultural and historical aspects of life in Alaska using film, books and exhibits. A well informed and friendly staff can help you plan your trip in Fairbanks and area. The downtown area is easily walkable and has many good restaurants and interesting shops to explore. An excellent afternoon plan is to spend time with the Binkley Family on their world class tour, the Riverboat Discovery. It is a fascinating tour into the history of the Riverboats and their impact on the Fairbanks area.
This is far more than just a place for old cars! It is a fantastic collection of photos, period costumes as well as some amazing automobiles. Another excellent tour that explores Fairbanks gold rush past is Gold Dredge 8. The acre Park was opened in and has been a Fairbanks meeting place ever since. It is home to museums, shops, dining and a variety of fun activities such as mini-golf and the Palace Theatre Show.
Search Website. About the City of Fairbanks. Mission Statement It is the mission of the City of Fairbanks to provide quality essential services to all City residents to ensure Fairbanks is a vibrant place to live, work, thrive, and visit. Vision Statement It is the vision of the City of Fairbanks to celebrate the uniqueness of Fairbanks while acknowledging our past, present, and future.
Objective The City of Fairbanks' objective is to provide outstanding essential services to City residents.
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