In Haines, child care and housing shortages are forcing some younger residents to leave

In Haines, child care and housing shortages are forcing some younger residents to leave

One of Haines only preschools closed last year, leaving many families scrambling to find childcare. It’s set to reopen this fall. (Avery Ellfeldt/KHNS) Haines is Alaska’s oldest borough. A recent survey of residents under 40 years old provides a clearer picture of why. Haines Borough Mayor Tom Morphet sent out the survey this winter to gauge how young people are faring and what they need to succeed. After reviewing nearly 90 responses, he said t…