Residents have until April 30 to submit proposals for natural resource-related projects to be funded by the Lynn Canal-Icy Strait Resource Advisory Committee. Up to $175,000 is available for projects on or directly affecting National Forest system lands.

The money applies to system lands around Haines, Gustavus, Hoonah, Pelican, Elfin Cove, and Angoon.

Also, six vacancies are open on the 15-member advisory committee.

Funded through the Secure Rural Schools Act, the program has previously appropriated…