Kenai asks governor to declare Upper Cook Inlet East Side set‑net fishery an economic disaster after an estimated 82% revenue loss Council adopted a resolution requesting the governor designate the Upper Cook Inlet East Side set‑net fishery as impacted by economic disaster following testimony that ex‑vessel value fell about 82% in 2025; the council cited fishermen's livelihoods and prior disaster distributions that have aided the community.

The Kenai City Council is urging the governor to declare an economic disaster for the Upper Cook Inlet fishery after a staggering 82% revenue drop, putting countless families and local businesses at risk.

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