Legislature(2009 - 2010)SENATE FINANCE 532
03/24/2010 09:00 AM Senate FINANCE
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SENATE FINANCE COMMITTEE
March 24, 2010
9:01 a.m.
9:01:04 AM
CALL TO ORDER
Co-Chair Hoffman called the Senate Finance Committee
meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT
Senator Lyman Hoffman, Co-Chair
Senator Bert Stedman, Co-Chair
Senator Charlie Huggins, Vice-Chair
Senator Johnny Ellis
Senator Dennis Egan
Senator Donny Olson
Senator Joe Thomas
MEMBERS ABSENT
None
ALSO PRESENT
Mike Peterson, Self, Fish and Game Advisory Committee,
Chair, Juneau Douglas Advisory Committee, Juneau; Brenda
Hewitt, Commissioner, Alaska Public Broadcast Commission,
Juneau; Joy Lyon, Executive Director, Association of the
Education of Young Children, Juneau; Nikki Morris, Thread
Childcare Resource and Referral, Family Services, Juneau;
Brendan Kiernan, Chair & Coordinator, Alaska Native Youth
Coalition, Juneau; Emily Coate, Special Projects
Coordinator, National Education of Young Children, Juneau
Partnership for Families and Children, Juneau; Sherri Wes,
Self, Juneau; Thea Howard, Self, Juneau; Sam Trivette,
Self, Juneau; Gayle Trivette, Self, Juneau; Chip Thoma,
Responsible Cruising in Alaska; Mandy O'Neal Cole, Direct
Services Manager, Aiding Women in Abuse and Rape
Emergencies, (AWARE), Juneau; Carl Rose, Executive
Director, AASB, Juneau; Jeremy Gieser, Marketing, Gastineau
Guiding Co., Juneau; Ben Brown, Attorney, Baxter, Bruce &
Sullivan, Juneau; Jake Metcalfe, Executive Director, PSEA;
Mary Ullman, Recruiter, AmeriCorps, Juneau; Darren Snyder,
Agent, UAF Cooperative Extension Service, Juneau; Linda
Snow, Board Member, Southeast Conference, Juneau; Maxine
Thompson, Board President, SE Conference; Mark Vinsel,
Executive Director, United Fishermen of Alaska, Juneau;
George Brown, M.D., Pediatrician, American Heart
Association, Juneau; Judy Klein, Self, Juneau; Peter
Froehlich, District Court Judge(retired),Partners for
Progress, Juneau; JoAnn Lockwood, Therapeutic Court
Graduate, Juneau; Peggy Brown, Executive Director, AK
Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Juneau;
Doug Wessen, School Psychologist (retired), Juneau School
District, Juneau; Mary Hakala, Coordinator, Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Program, Juneau
Economic Development Council, Juneau; Albert Rinehart,
Director, Head Start, Tlingit and Haida, Juneau; Carl
Brown, Wing Jr. Commander, AK Wing CAP.
PRESENT VIA TELECONFERENCE
Ernest Meloche M.D., Ketchikan; Jessica Davila, Self,
Ketchikan; Steve Patton, Self, Ketchikan; Chuck Slagle,
Alaska Fish House, Ketchikan; Tom Schultz, self, Ketchikan;
Shelly Hughes, Government Affairs Director, Alaska Primary
Care Association, MatSu; Erick Cordero, Alaska Legal
Services, Palmer; Mark Lackey, Catholic Community Services
(CCS) Early Learning-Head Start; James Garhart, Self,
Wasilla; Chelsea Hicks, Staff Attorney, Palmer; John
Cannon, Self, Wasilla; Kevin Munson, MatSu Health Services,
Wasilla; Rick Byrnes, Self, Wasilla; Jan Carlson, Parents
as Teachers, Copper Center; Vickie Tinker, Coordinator,
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Program; Nancy St. John-
Smith, Peninsula Community Health Center; Rowena Palomar,
Executive Director, Valdez Advocates for Victims of
Violence (AVV); Sarah Gilmore, Valdez AVV; Alan Sorum,
Self, Valdez; Rebecca Shields, Kodiak Women's Resource and
Crisis Center; Colleen Newman, Kodiak Women's Resource and
Crisis Center; Virginia Glasheen, Self, Kodiak; Debra King,
self, Kodiak; Luke Hopkins, Mayor, Fairbanks; Andy
Harrington, Alaska Legal Services/Arctic Alliance,
Fairbanks; Jeff Drake, Alaska Summer Research Academy
(ASRA), Fairbanks; Yelena Peltcova, Joel's Place,
Fairbanks; David Atkinson, UAF, Fairbanks; John DeRuyter,
AK Psychology Internship Consortium, Fairbanks; David
Atkinson, UAF, Fairbanks; Taber Rehbaum, Arctic Alliance,
Fairbanks; Cynthia Quint, Interior Alaska Center for Non-
Violent Living, Fairbanks; Brenda Stanfill, Interior Alaska
Center for Non-Violent Living, Fairbanks; Gara Bridwell,
AEYC, Fairbanks; Mike Kolasa, Executive Director, Literacy
Council of Alaska, Fairbanks; Cynthia Henry, Board of
Regents, UA, Fairbanks; Jack Wilbur, FNSB Early Childhood
Development Commission, Fairbanks; Pam Webster, Partners
for Progress, Fairbanks; Kathryn Mosley, Fairbanks; Larry
J. Mosley, Jr., Fairbanks; Kate Pendleton, Fairbanks;
Tabitha Quint, Interior Alaska Center for Non-Violent
Living, Fairbanks; Kara Carlson, Interior Alaska Center for
Non-Violent Living, Fairbanks; Randy Zaruke, Alaska
Trappers Association, Fairbanks; Jeff Tucker, Alaska
Municipal League, Fairbanks; Billy Brown, Lifetime Member
of the UAF Alumni Association, Fairbanks; Emily Ennis,
Fairbanks Resource Agency, Fairbanks; Cheryl Kilgore,
Interior Community Health, Fairbanks; Deana Glick, UAA
Honors College, Anchorage; Tom Rothe, Self, Eagle River;
John Hamilton, Self, Eagle River; Kathleen Fitzgerald,
Self, Anchorage; Patrice Griffen, Director, Rural Cap/Head
Start; Kristin Ramstad, Rural Cap/Head Start, Eagle River;
Debi Baldwin, Rural Cap, Eagle River; Chuck Barber, Alaska
Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), Eagle River; Duke
Circle, State Coordinator, Anchorage; Suzi Pearson, Abused
Women Aid in Crisis (AWAC), Anchorage; Sarah Scanlan, Rural
Cap, Anchorage; Robert Capuozzo, Self, Anchorage; Karen
Benning, Self, Anchorage; Susan Anderson, Best Beginnings,
Anchorage; Amanda Metivier, Facing Foster Care in Alaska,
Anchorage; Lauren Rice, Covenant House Alaska; Cody Chipp,
UAF UAA Psychology PH.D. program; Ruth Zuniga UAF-UAA
Psychology PH.D. program; Jaedon Avery, UAF-UAA Psychology
PH.D program; Melinda Myers, Best Beginnings, Anchorage;
Representative Norm Rokeberg, Anchorage; Jim Ward, Alaska
Craftsman Home Program (ACHP), Anchorage; Ray Pastorino, AK
Family Medicine Residency Program; Dan Hull, Self,
Anchorage; Cathie Clements, Rural Cap, Anchorage; Michael
Ecker, Susan Musante; Travis Hedwig, Project Coordinator,
Stone Soup Group; Renee Layland, Self, Stone Soup Group;
Dirk Shumaker, Kids Corps Inc, Anchorage; John Zasada,
Anchorage Neighborhood Health Clinic, Anchorage; Stephanie
Berglund, Self, Anchorage; Candace Winkler, Self,
Anchorage; Ellen Kazary, Rural Alaska Community Action
Program, Anchorage; Emily Nenon, American Cancer Society
Cancer Action Network, Anchorage; Bob Waldrop, BB-RSDD,
Anchorage; Al Dwyer, Mayor, City of Petersburg; John Hoag,
Attorney, Petersburg; Skip Hallingstad, AmeriCorps,
Petersburg; Rick Dormer, Petersburg School District,
Petersburg; Gerry Merrigan, Self, Petersburg; Dorrie
Farrell, Self, Sitka; Frank Sutton, SEARHC, Sitka; Dan
Falvey, Self, Sitka; Dan Etolin, Sitka; Sheri Feinstein,
Sitkans Against Family Violence SAFV, Sitka; Dan Lush,
South Peninsula Haven House, Homer; Glen Seaman, Self,
Homer; Lolita Brache, Teacher, Homer; Kelsey Jacobsen,
AmeriCorps, Sitka; Gail Young, SEARHC Neurodevelopmental
program, Sitka; Tracy Hillhouse Price, AmeriCorps, Sitka;
Linda Behnkin, Alaska Longline Fisherman's Association
(ALFA), Sitka; Brian McNitt, Board President, SAFV, Sitka;
Faith Lee, Serve Sitka, Sitka; Brenda Akelkok, Self,
Dillingham; Annie Shade, Head Start, Dillingham; Fritz
Johnson, BBEDC, Self, Dillingham; Mikki Ennis, Bristol Bay
Area Health Corporation (BBAHC), Dillingham; Rhonda
Griffith, BBAHC, Dillingham; Ginger Baim, SAFE, Dillingham;
Bill Rodawalt, Friends of KDLG Radio, Dillingham; Susan
Flensburg, Bristol Bay Native Association (BBNA),
Dillingham; Rose Loera, BBAHC, Dillingham; Robert Beedle,
Self, Cordova; Nicole Songer, Executive Director, Cordova
Family Resource Center, Cordova; Pete Hoepfner, Cordova
Family Resource Center, Cordova; Eric Lian, Self, Cordova;
Rochelle van den Broek, Cordova District Fishermen United,
Cordova; Beth Poole, Copper River Marketing, Cordova; Allen
Marquette, PWS Science Center, Cordova; Donna Brockschnidt,
RuralCap, Savoogna; Leslie Jones, Self, Yakutat; Barbara
Svarny-Carlson, Executive Director, Friends of the Alaska
Coastal Wildlife Refuge, Anchorage; Denise Mathena,
Hydaberg, Teachers Program; Sonia Handforth-Kom, President
Alaska Primary Care Association, Unalaska; John Conwell,
Superintendent, Unalaska School District; Bob Claus,
Unalaska; Shane Welch, Yukon Kuskokwim Health Conference;
Kurt Kuhne, Peoples Learning Center, Bethel; Maxie Alexie,
Bethel; Cindy Andrecheck, Bethel; Michelle Dewitt, Tundra
Women's Program, Bethel; Louisa Riley, Arctic Women In
Crisis, Barrow, Barrow; Cheryl Humme, Arctic Women In
Crisis, Barrow; Elaine Rittgers, Arctic Women In Crisis,
Barrow; Alice Neakook, KBRW, Barrow; Beverly Patkotak
Grinage, Hisagvik College, Barrow; Maureen Nolan, Kotzebue;
Eric Osborne, Nome; Charlie Lean, Norton Sound Economic
Development Corporation, Nome; Doug Walrath, Northwestern
Alaska Career and Technical Center, Nome; Lynette Schmidt,
ASRA, Nome; Rose Fosdick, Kawerak, Nome; Margaret Thomas,
Nome; Janet Ahmausuk, Bering Sea Women's Group, Nome;
Jeanette Lya, Savoogna; Teresa Pingayak, Chevak, Rural Cap;
Edward Adams, Nunamlqua; Dawn Grossman, Serve Alaska Delta
Junction; Marjourie Strauff, Kangiganak; Frank Kelty,
Unalaska; Miriam Dillard, Bethel; Sunny Radebaugh, Wasilla;
Karen Foster, Anchorage; Nicki Shelton, Hoonah; Sharon
Williams, Naposkak; Annie Lou Williams, Kalskag; Robert
MIKE PETERSON, Testified on proposed cut in the Fish
SELF, FISH AND and Game Travel Budget. He listed the
GAME ADVISORY various areas of the state where
COMMITTEE, volunteers need to travel from. He
CHAIR, JUNEAU expressed concern that the cuts to the
DOUGLAS budget could cause the number of
ADVISORY volunteers and biologists to have a
COMMITTEE, difficult time working within the
JUNEAU, state.
9:06:4 AM
BRENDA HEWITT, Thanked the committee the bringing back
COMMISSIONER, the incremental funding for public
ALASKA PUBLIC broadcasting.
BROADCAST
COMMISSION,
JUNEAU,
9:07:1 AM
JOY LYON, Thanked the committee for supporting
EXECUTIVE early childhood education programs with
DIRECTOR, increased funding. She specifically
ASSOCIATION OF cited the Best Beginnings program.
THE EDUCATION
OF YOUNG
CHILDREN,
JUNEAU,
9:09:6 AM
NIKKI MORRIS, Spoke for the need for an increase in
THREAD the eligibility rate for childcare
CHILDCARE assistance. Five families are turned
RESOURCE AND away for childcare assistance each
REFERRAL, month because they do not meet the
FAMILY eligibility requirements. Often these
SERVICES, families are over the limit by a very
JUNEAU, minimum number.
9:11:2 AM
BRENDAN Spoke on the issue of suicide and
KIERNAN, CHAIR suicide prevention. He listed several
& COORDINATOR, of the ways in which communities have
ALASKA NATIVE benefited from his skills with suicide
YOUTH prevention. He urged the creation of a
COALITION, program that would assist Alaska Native
JUNEAU, Children in particular with suicide
prevention. Senator Ellis asked if the
proposal was new. Mr. Kiernan replied
yes.
9:15:0 AM
EMILY COATE, Testified in support of funding for the
SPECIAL Best Beginnings Program.
PROJECTS
COORDINATOR,
NATIONAL
EDUCATION OF
YOUNG
CHILDREN,
JUNEAU
PARTNERSHIP
FOR FAMILIES
AND CHILDREN,
JUNEAU,
9:16:9 AM
]Joe Parish, Urged funding for AmeriCorps, Serve
Executive Alaska Youth Corps, Alaska Service
Director, Corps, Young Alaskans Building
Southeast Affordable Housing and SAGA. He
Alaska presented a prepared testimony.
Guidance
Association,
(SAGA),
Juneau{
9:18:9 AM
SHERRI WES, Thanked that committee for funding
SELF, JUNEAU, services for children and families
struggling with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
9:20:7 AM
THEA HOWARD, Thanked the committee for increased
SELF, JUNEAU, funding for programs dealing with Fetal
Alcohol Syndrome.
9:21:3 AM
SAM TRIVETTE, Spoke in support of the efforts of the
SELF, JUNEAU, Suicide Prevention Council. He listed
the various ways the council aides
those affected by suicide. He urged
support for request of $200,000.
9:24:2 AM
GAYLE Urged support for the $200,000
TRIVETTE, requested for suicide prevention
SELF, JUNEAU, training and programs throughout the
state.
9:26:2 AM
CHIP THOMA, He spoke in opposition to subsidizing
RESPONSIBLE the Alaska Travel Industry Association
CRUISING IN (ATIA). He opined that cutting the
ALASKA, cruise head tax would prove disastrous
for the state.
9:28:4 AM
MANDY O'NEAL Thanked the committee for increased
COLE, DIRECT funding for domestic violence and
SERVICES sexual assault services. She urged
MANAGER, support for increased funding for
AIDING WOMEN prevention. She spoke of programs AWARE
IN ABUSE AND established increasing prevention of
RAPE domestic violence and sexual assault.
EMERGENCIES, She urged support for the pro-bono
(AWARE), program, which is necessary to help
JUNEAU, women and children in domestic violence
situations.
9:32:4 AM
]Abby Hensley, Testified on the benefits of Early
Executive Childhood Partnerships and Imagination
Director, Best Libraries in Alaska. She encouraged the
Beginnings, $600,000 requested in the Senate and
Juneau{ $200,000 requested in the House. She
detailed the ways in which the
partnership programs had benefited
communities throughout the state.
9:35:5 AM
CARL ROSE, Thanked the committee for funding
EXECUTIVE public K-12 education programs. He
DIRECTOR, spoke of HB 317, which would provide
AASB, JUNEAU, three years of funding for education
programs.
9:37:4 AM
JEREMY GIESER, Spoke for funding support for the Sea
MARKETING, Grant Marine Advisory Program. He
GASTINEAU detailed the way in which the program
GUIDING CO., aides in the education of people of the
JUNEAU, Alaska Marine environment.
9:40:1 AM
BEN BROWN, Spoke in support of the pro-bono
ATTORNEY, program for victims of domestic
BAXTER, BRUCE violence and sexual assault. He urged
& SULLIVAN, taking steps in prevention as well.
JUNEAU,
9:41:7 AM
JAKE METCALFE, Urged support for four additional
EXECUTIVE oversight troopers in the budget. He
DIRECTOR, stressed that with the addition of
PSEA, Village Public Safety Officer (VPSO)
staff, the oversight troopers were
necessary. The oversight is necessary
to assure that cases are investigated
properly.
9:44:3 AM
MARY ULLMAN, Testified in support of increased
RECRUITER, funding for AmeriCorps. She stressed
AMERICORPS, that the program is particularly
JUNEAU, beneficial to at-risk youth.
9:45:9 AM
DARREN SNYDER, Urged support for university funding
AGENT, UAF for collaborative programs to develop
COOPERATIVE strong communities through the youth.
EXTENSION He urged support for the Marine
SERVICE, Advisory Program.
JUNEAU,
9:48:4 AM
LINDA SNOW, Testified in support of assured funding
BOARD MEMBER, for local governments. She cited rural
SOUTHEAST governments and requested funding three
CONFERENCE, positions.
JUNEAU,
9:50:9 AM
MAXINE Urged support for funding government
THOMPSON, counsel in rural communities. She
BOARD expressed concern that some government
PRESIDENT, SE processes were degrading at the local
CONFERENCE, level in rural communities. She gave a
personal story of a botched election in
her community. She urged funding for
the three positions
9:53:6 AM
MARK VINSEL, Urged support for funding of the Marine
EXECUTIVE Advisory Program. He listed the various
DIRECTOR, ways in which the program benefits the
UNITED fishing industry, both private and
FISHERMEN OF commercial, throughout the state.
ALASKA,
JUNEAU,
9:55:8 AM
GEORGE BROWN, Testified to the importance of funding
M.D., the Alaska Childhood Obesity Prevention
PEDIATRICIAN, Initiative. He offered a handout to the
AMERICAN HEART committee. He offered examples of his
ASSOCIATION, experience with obesity related health
JUNEAU, issues as a pediatrician.
9:57:3 AM
JUDY KLEIN, Thanked the committee for support of 4-
SELF, JUNEAU, H programs. Through programs like 4-H,
children in Alaska learn various useful
skills.
9:59:5 AM
Andi Story, Thanked the committee for the
Vice increased, multi-year foundation
President, funding. She said that the PERS and
Juneau School TERS programs benefit school board
Board, Juneau{ members greatly. She urged an
investment in early learning programs.
10:0207 AM
PETER Testified in support of the 200,000
FROEHLICH, budget increment to Partners for
DISTRICT COURT Therapeutic Court Support.
JUDGE(RETIRED)
,PARTNERS FOR
PROGRESS,
JUNEAU,
10:0434 AM
JOANN Testified in support of the budget
LOCKWOOD, increment request for therapeutic court
THERAPEUTIC programs and Partners for Progress.
COURT
GRADUATE,
JUNEAU,
10:0627 AM
PEGGY BROWN, Expressed appreciation for the $200,000
EXECUTIVE increment for domestic violence and
DIRECTOR, AK sexual assault programs. She urged
NETWORK ON support for continued funding for
DOMESTIC domestic violence and sexual assault
VIOLENCE AND pro-bono and prevention programs. She
SEXUAL opined that the resources could be used
ASSAULT, efficiently through prevention
JUNEAU, programs.
10:0955 AM
DOUG WESSEN, Urged support for funding for those
SCHOOL affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
PSYCHOLOGIST
(RETIRED),
JUNEAU SCHOOL
DISTRICT,
JUNEAU,
10:1101 AM
MARY HAKALA, Urged support for full funding of the
COORDINATOR, University request in the budget. She
SCIENCE, spoke in support of the Alaska Summer
TECHNOLOGY, Research Academy Department of Defense
ENGINEERING, grant funding in the Senate version of
AND MATH the University of Alaska Southeast
(STEM) (UAS) budget.
PROGRAM,
JUNEAU
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL,
JUNEAU,
10:1246 AM
]Shirley Urged support for continued funding for
Maquadt, the Marine Advisory Program through
Mayor, City of full funding of the university request.
Unalaska,
Juneau{
10:1427 AM
ALBERT Thanked the committee for support for
RINEHART, Best Beginnings and suicide prevention
DIRECTOR, HEAD programs.
START, TLINGIT
AND HAIDA,
JUNEAU,
10:1545 AM
AT EASE
10:1725 AM
RECONVENE
10:1753 AM
KETCHIKAN
10:1805 AM
ERNEST MELOCHE Spoke in favor of the Marine Advisory
M.D., Program (MAP).
KETCHIKAN (via
teleconference
),
10:1958 AM
JESSICA Testified in support of funding for
DAVILA, SELF, MAP.
KETCHIKAN (via
teleconference
),
10:2125 AM
STEVE PATTON, Spoke in favor of funding for public
SELF, broadcasting.
KETCHIKAN (via
teleconference
),
10:2213 AM
CHUCK SLAGLE, Spoke in support for funding for MAP.
ALASKA FISH He noted that effect on tourism of
HOUSE, education provided by MAP.
KETCHIKAN (via
teleconference
),
10:2419 AM
TOM SCHULTZ, Testified in support of funding for
SELF, domestic violence and sexual assault.
KETCHIKAN (via
teleconference
),
10:2706 AM
MATSU
10:2720 AM
SHELLY HUGHES, Spoke in support of community health
GOVERNMENT centers. The centers provide both
AFFAIRS mental and dental health care services.
DIRECTOR,
ALASKA PRIMARY
CARE
ASSOCIATION,
MATSU (via
teleconference
),
10:3038 AM
ERICK CORDERO, Spoke in support of funding for
ALASKA LEGAL domestic violence and sexual assault.
SERVICES, He stated that Alaska Legal Services
PALMER (via funding is crucial to pro-bono care for
teleconferencethose in need.
),
10:3249 AM
MARK LACKEY, Testified in support of funding for
CATHOLIC early childhood education. He pointed
COMMUNITY out that a fraction of children are
SERVICES (CCS) served by funding for early childhood
EARLY education and the remainder are placed
LEARNING-HEAD on long wait lists.
START (via
teleconference
),
10:3618 AM
JAMES GARHART, Testified in support of a forward
SELF, WASILLA funded state budget. He opined that the
(via change would prevent large deficits. He
teleconferencerecommended a strong plan in
), preparation for low oil prices.
10:3901 AM
Senator Stated that he would return the answer
Huggins from a previous town hall meeting.
10:3919 AM
CHELSEA HICKS, Thanked the committee for an increase
STAFF in funding for legal services. She
ATTORNEY, explained that a portion of clients are
PALMER (via considered middle class and come to AK
teleconferencelegal services for help because they
), have lost their homes.
10:4046 AM
Senator Thanked Ms. Hicks for her work in the
Huggins area of loan foreclosures.
10:4104 AM
JOHN CANNON, Testified in support of funding for
SELF, WASILLA intensive support of services for those
(via with traumatic brain injury,
teleconferencedevelopmental disabilities, or
), Alzheimer's disease.
10:4333 AM
KEVIN MUNSON, Testified in support of the testimony
MATSU HEALTH given by Shelly Hughes and community
SERVICES, health centers. He spoke to the
WASILLA (via benefits of the services provided by
teleconferencethe $2 million dollars requested
), increase.
10:4509 AM
Senator Asked how many health centers exist in
Huggins Alaska.
10:4517 AM
Mr. Munson Responded that 142 local community
health center clinics throughout
Alaska.
10:4524 AM
RICK BYRNES, Spoke in support of funding for Alaska
SELF, WASILLA Legal Services. He stated that funding
(via will aid those suffering from domestic
teleconferenceviolence.
),
10:4641 AM
JAN CARLSON, Spoke in favor of the program known as
PARENTS AS Parents as Teachers. She mentioned the
TEACHERS, services provided including home
COPPER CENTER visiting. She noted that delays are
(via discovered in the home visiting
teleconferenceprocess.
),
10:4917 AM
VICKIE TINKER, Spoke in support of funding for Fetal
COORDINATOR, Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Program. He
FETAL ALCOHOL spoke in favor of funding for substance
SPECTRUM abuse treatment for pregnant women.
DISORDERS
PROGRAM (via
teleconference
),
10:5046 AM
NANCY ST. Spoke in favor of community health
JOHN-SMITH, centers. She stated that the demands
PENINSULA are great and the request of $2 million
COMMUNITY would be greatly appreciated.
HEALTH CENTER
(via
teleconference
),
10:5244 AM
ROWENA Testified in support of funding for
PALOMAR, domestic violence and sexual assault.
EXECUTIVE She noted that victims are provided
DIRECTOR, shelter with the support of the
VALDEZ program. She recommended primary
ADVOCATES FOR prevention.
VICTIMS OF
VIOLENCE (AVV)
(via
teleconference
),
10:5423 AM
SARAH GILMORE, Testified in support of funding for
VALDEZ AVV victim's services.
(via
teleconference
),
10:5502 AM
ALAN SORUM, Testified in support of MAP. He
SELF, VALDEZ explained that MAP provides information
(via used in a practical sense. He published
teleconferencea book with the use of information from
), MAP.
10:5707 AM
REBECCA Testified in support of funding for
SHIELDS, domestic violence and sexual assault.
KODIAK WOMEN'S She spoke in support of Alaska Legal
RESOURCE AND Services. Legal services are imperative
CRISIS CENTER for the victims.
(via
teleconference
),
10:5852 AM
COLLEEN Spoke in support of funding for
NEWMAN, KODIAK domestic violence and sexual assault.
WOMEN'S She spoke in support of Alaska Legal
RESOURCE AND Services.
CRISIS CENTER
(via
teleconference
),
11:0002 AM
VIRGINIA Testified in support of funding for the
GLASHEEN, initiative for the developmentally
SELF, KODIAK disabled. She expressed appreciation
(via for the measure of support.
teleconference
),
11:0112 AM
DEBRA KING, Testified in support of MAP. She noted
SELF, KODIAK that grant funding is crucial for the
(via coastal communities.
teleconference
),
11:0320 AM
RECESSED
1:32:9 PM
RECONVENED
FAIRBANKS
1:34:6 PM
LUKE HOPKINS, Expressed appreciation for the funding
MAYOR, increase for the University of Alaska
FAIRBANKS (via (UA) programs. He requested support for
teleconferencethe Human Services community matching
), grant, which would be matched at 30
percent. He thanked the committee for
revenue sharing.
1:36:5 PM
ANDY Spoke in support of funding for three
HARRINGTON, programs: Alaska Legal Services, Human
ALASKA LEGAL Services Matching Grant Program, and
SERVICES/ARCTIDomestic Shelter Funding.
C ALLIANCE,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:38:3 PM
JEFF DRAKE, Thanked the committee for funding for
ALASKA SUMMER Alaska Summer Research Association. He
RESEARCH described the growth of his program and
ACADEMY the services it provides.
(ASRA),
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:40:5 PM
YELENA Described her job as a recruiter for
PELTCOVA, summer employment with AmeriCorps.
JOEL'S PLACE,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:42:5 PM
DAVID Expressed appreciation for funding for
ATKINSON, UAF, the Suicide Prevention Council.
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:44:7 PM
JOHN DERUYTER, Thanked the committee for funding for
AK PSYCHOLOGY the Alaska Psychology Internship
INTERNSHIP Consortium. He appreciated the support
CONSORTIUM, and sponsorship of legislation
FAIRBANKS (via regarding the licensing of
teleconferencepsychologists in the state.
),
1:46:3 PM
DAVID Spoke strongly in favor of funding the
ATKINSON, UAF, Marine Advisory Program.
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:48:5 PM
TABER REHBAUM, Thanked the committee for funding
ARCTIC grants for including an increase to the
ALLIANCE, human services community matching grant
FAIRBANKS (via in the proposed budget.
teleconference
),
1:50:0 PM
CYNTHIA QUINT, Thanked the committee for funding the
INTERIOR Center for Non-Violent Living.
ALASKA CENTER
FOR NON-
VIOLENT
LIVING,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:50:8 PM
BRENDA Voiced appreciation for funding of
STANFILL, domestic violence prevention programs.
INTERIOR
ALASKA CENTER
FOR NON-
VIOLENT
LIVING,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:53:5 PM
GARA BRIDWELL, Appreciated funding for child care
AEYC, services and Best Beginnings. She
FAIRBANKS (via requested support for an increased
teleconferenceincome eligibility rate for families
), receiving assistance.
1:54:1 PM
MIKE KOLASA, Urged continued support for the human
EXECUTIVE services community matching grant. The
DIRECTOR, funds are essential and efficient to
LITERACY the human services work performed by
COUNCIL OF non profit organizations in Fairbanks.
ALASKA,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:55:2 PM
CYNTHIA HENRY, Spoke in appreciation of the funding
BOARD OF and support for the University of
REGENTS, UA, Alaska. She assured the committee that
FAIRBANKS (via the regents value the regional
teleconferencecampuses.
),
1:57:8 PM
Senator Thomas Thanked Ms. Henry for her hard work.
1:57:1 PM
JACK WILBUR, Described his program and shared goals.
FNSB EARLY He thanked the committee for funding
CHILDHOOD his program.
DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
1:59:0 PM
Senator Thomas Thanked Mr. Wilbur for his efforts.
1:59:0 PM
PAM WEBSTER, Spoke in support of funding for
PARTNERS FOR Therapeutic Courts. She explained that
PROGRESS, the support services of Partners for
FAIRBANKS (via Progress are essential to the success
teleconferenceof Alaska's system of Therapeutic
), Courts.
2:01:3 PM
Senator Thomas Thanked Ms. Webster.
2:01:3 PM
KATHRYN Requested support for the Interior
MOSLEY, Distance Education of Alaska (IDEA)
FAIRBANKS (via Program.
teleconference
),
2:02:9 PM
LARRY J. Spoke in support of education funding
MOSLEY, JR., for the Summer Research Program.
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:03:4 PM
KATE Voiced support for the Alaska Summer
PENDLETON, Research Academy.
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:04:5 PM
TABITHA QUINT, Shared her story and expressed
INTERIOR gratitude for the Alaska Center for
ALASKA CENTER Non-Violent Living.
FOR NON-
VIOLENT
LIVING,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:05:8 PM
KARA CARLSON, Spoke in favor of continued funding for
INTERIOR the Interior Alaska Center.
ALASKA CENTER
FOR NON-
VIOLENT
LIVING,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:06:0 PM
RANDY ZARUKE, Spoke in support of continued funding
ALASKA for the Marine Advisory Program.
TRAPPERS
ASSOCIATION,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:07:2 PM
JEFF TUCKER, Thanked the committee for work on the
ALASKA funding issues regarding the Alaska
MUNICIPAL Land Mobile Radio System.
LEAGUE,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:08:5 PM
BILLY BROWN, Voiced support for the Alaska Summer
LIFETIME Research Academy.
MEMBER OF THE
UAF ALUMNI
ASSOCIATION,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:09:1 PM
EMILY ENNIS, Thanked the committee for funding
FAIRBANKS supporting those with developmental
RESOURCE disabilities. She shared a personal
AGENCY, story.
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:11:0 PM
CHERYL Requested support for community health
KILGORE, centers across the state, and for the
INTERIOR Health and Human Services matching
COMMUNITY block grant.
HEALTH,
FAIRBANKS (via
teleconference
),
2:13:4 PM
AT-EASE
2:17:2 PM
CARL BROWN, Testified in support of the requested
WING JR. increase for civil patrol. He noted
COMMANDER, AK that support is provided to other state
WING CAP, entities. He explained the request and
noted that the current budget is
limited.
2:22:0 PM
DEANA GLICK, Supported funding for the honors
UAA HONORS college at the University of Alaska.
COLLEGE, She shared a story about her
ANCHORAGE (via educational pursuits and advantages as
teleconferencea result of the honors college.
),
2:24:9 PM
TOM ROTHE, Testified in support of additional
SELF, EAGLE funding for the Department of Fish and
RIVER (via Game for state refuge clean-up. He
teleconferencementioned the vandalism that leads to
), hazards and destroys the state's
beauty.
2:25:9 PM
JOHN HAMILTON, Testified in support of funding for the
SELF, EAGLE Therapeutic Courts. He shared a story
RIVER (via regarding his life change with the help
teleconferenceof Therapeutic Court.
),
2:27:3 PM
KATHLEEN Testified in support of funding for
FITZGERALD, individuals with developmental
SELF, disabilities. She shared a personal
ANCHORAGE (via story about her child who suffers from
teleconferencesevere autism.
),
2:29:0 PM
{Melissa Testified in support of funding for
Pickle, Best Beginnings. She spoke about the
Parents as program known as Parents as Teachers.
Teachers, The state does not provide funding for
Director, the program currently.
Eagle River{
2:31:9 PM
PATRICE Testified in support of funding for
GRIFFEN, Best Beginnings. She requested an
DIRECTOR, increase in Head Start funding.
RURAL CAP/HEAD
START (via
teleconference
),
2:33:2 PM
KRISTIN Testified in support of funding for
RAMSTAD, RURAL early childhood programs to remediate
CAP/HEAD delays for children with special
START, EAGLE education needs. She voiced support for
RIVER (via Head Start.
teleconference
),
2:34:9 PM
DEBI BALDWIN, Testified in support of funding for
RURAL CAP, Head Start. She noted that the plan
EAGLE RIVER provides information regarding members
(via of the community who are eligible for
teleconferencethe plan. She noted that funding would
), enable 80 new children in five
different communities to utilize the
service.
2:36:5 PM
CHUCK BARBER, Testified in support of the suicide
ALASKA NATIVE prevention plan.
TRIBAL HEALTH
CONSORTIUM
(ANTHC), EAGLE
RIVER (via
teleconference
),
2:37:4 PM
Sharon Gagnon, Testified in support of funding for the
UAA Honors University of Alaska and the Honors
College, College. She asked that the committee
Anchorage{ reinstate the funding necessary for
continuation of the program.
2:39:8 PM
DUKE CIRCLE, Testified in support of funding for
STATE Therapeutic Courts. The program allows
COORDINATOR, individuals in need to focus on
ANCHORAGE (via treatment.
teleconference
),
2:41:7 PM
SUZI PEARSON, Testified in support of funding for
ABUSED WOMEN domestic violence and sexual assault.
AID IN CRISIS She explained the services provided by
(AWAC), the shelter in Anchorage.
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
2:43:8 PM
SARAH SCANLAN, Testified in support of funding for
RURAL CAP, Head Start services. She noted the many
ANCHORAGE (via communities served by the program. She
teleconferencetestified in support of Best
), Beginnings.
2:45:6 PM
ROBERT Testified in support of funding for
CAPUOZZO, Best Beginnings and early childhood
SELF, learning. He shared a research project
ANCHORAGE (via where children received books for
teleconferencebetter learning.
),
2:47:9 PM
KAREN BENNING, Testified in support of funding for
SELF, Best Beginnings and early childhood
ANCHORAGE (via education. She spoke to the connection
teleconferencebetween early childhood education and
), high school dropout rates.
2:49:2 PM
SUSAN Testified in support of funding for
ANDERSON, BEST Best Beginnings. She explained that the
BEGINNINGS, support of early childhood education
ANCHORAGE (via benefits the entire community.
teleconference
),
2:52:6 PM
AMANDA Testified in support of funding for
METIVIER, foster care homes in Alaska. She
FACING FOSTER appreciated funding in the budget for
CARE IN foster care. Funding for mentorships
ALASKA, for older kids is beneficial.
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
2:55:0 PM
LAUREN RICE, Testified in support of funding for
COVENANT HOUSE foster care. She spoke about the
ALASKA (via resources dedicated to caring for
teleconferencechildren.
),
2:57:3 PM
CODY CHIPP, Testified in support of funding for
UAF UAA technical assistance and travel funds
PSYCHOLOGY for the university.
PH.D. PROGRAM
(via
teleconference
),
3:00:2 PM
RUTH ZUNIGA Testified in support of funding for the
UAF-UAA consortium request for the psychology
PSYCHOLOGY internship program. The funding allows
PH.D. PROGRAM completion of training for the students
(via and accreditation for the program.
teleconference
),
3:01:3 PM
JAEDON AVERY, Testified in support of funding for the
UAF-UAA psychology internship program.
PSYCHOLOGY
PH.D PROGRAM
(via
teleconference
),
3:02:9 PM
MELINDA MYERS, Testified in support of funding for
BEST Best Beginnings. She noted that past
BEGINNINGS, funding for the program allows
ANCHORAGE (via partnership with other early childhood
teleconferenceeducation programs.
),
3:05:4 PM
REPRESENTATIVE Testified in support of the Therapeutic
NORM ROKEBERG, Court Program. He cited studies
ANCHORAGE (via regarding the savings to the state as a
teleconferenceresult of the program.
),
3:07:1 PM
JIM WARD, Testified in support of funding for a
ALASKA rebate program for Alaska homeowners.
CRAFTSMAN HOME He noted that the funding for the
PROGRAM program is running low.
(ACHP),
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
3:08:6 PM
RAY PASTORINO, Testified in support of the Alaska
AK FAMILY Consortium for Psychology Internship
MEDICINE Programs. He stated that the training
RESIDENCY in state provides a base for the
PROGRAM (via students to work from so that students
teleconferenceremain in Alaska.
),
3:11:1 PM
DAN HULL, Testified in support of funding for UAA
SELF, and MAP. He stated that the MAP program
ANCHORAGE (via plays a critical role in the prevention
teleconferenceof problems regarding regulations.
),
3:13:7 PM
CATHIE Testified in support of Serve Alaska to
CLEMENTS, promote service for AmeriCorps.
RURAL CAP, AmeriCorps provides training for
ANCHORAGE (via Alaskans and promotes their future
teleconferencedevelopment.
),
3:16:4 PM
MICHAEL ECKER, Testified in support of funding for
SUSAN MUSANTE those with mental illness. Stated
(via support for funding for the Foster Care
teleconferenceSystem.
),
3:17:3 PM
TRAVIS HEDWIG, Testified in support of funding for
PROJECT Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
COORDINATOR, treatment options for rural Alaska.
STONE SOUP
GROUP (via
teleconference
),
3:19:0 PM
RENEE LAYLAND, Testified in support of funding for
SELF, STONE Alaska behavioral health. She supported
SOUP GROUP an increase in the funding.
(via
teleconference
),
3:20:2 PM
DIRK SHUMAKER, Testified in support of funding for
KIDS CORPS Head Start in Alaska. He spoke in
INC, ANCHORAGE support of early education for
(via Alaskans.
teleconference
),
3:21:2 PM
JOHN ZASADA, Testified in support of funding for
ANCHORAGE Community Health Centers. He explained
NEIGHBORHOOD the various methods of aid provided by
HEALTH CLINIC, the funding.
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
3:23:8 PM
STEPHANIE Testified in support of funding for
BERGLUND, Early Parent Education System. She
SELF, spoke about the benefits of early child
ANCHORAGE (via education. She spoke about the value of
teleconferencemonthly book deliveries.
),
3:25:2 PM
CANDACE Testified in support of the Best
WINKLER, SELF, Beginnings and Parents as Teachers
ANCHORAGE (via Programs.
teleconference
),
3:28:9 PM
ELLEN KAZARY, Testified in support of funding for the
RURAL ALASKA AmeriCorps program to focus on
COMMUNITY environmental and wellness programs.
ACTION She spoke about the merits of the
PROGRAM, AmeriCorps program.
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
3:30:7 PM
EMILY NENON, Testified in support of funding for
AMERICAN childhood obesity prevention. She
CANCER SOCIETY pointed out the government cost of
CANCER ACTION addressing the issues related to
NETWORK, childhood obesity.
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
3:32:2 PM
BOB WALDROP, Testified in support of funding for
BB-RSDD, increments added to the budget for the
ANCHORAGE (via MAP.
teleconference
),
3:34:0 PM
AT EASE
3:35:7 PM
RECONVENE
Sitka,
Wrangell,
Petersburg,
Homer,
Dillingham,
Cordova
3:35:4 PM
AL DWYER, Testified in support for funding of
MAYOR, CITY OF MAP.
PETERSBURG
(via
teleconference
),
3:36:2 PM
JOHN HOAG, Testified in support of funding for
ATTORNEY, pro-bono programs for victims of
PETERSBURG domestic violence and sexual assault.
(via He stressed that effective advocacy
teleconferenceprograms help to break the cycle of
), domestic violence and sexual assault.
3:38:5 PM
SKIP Urged support of funding for AmeriCorps
HALLINGSTAD, programs. He pointed out the positive
AMERICORPS, impact of recycling programs in his
PETERSBURG community. He felt that AmeriCorps
(via offered healthy programs for young
teleconferencepeople.
),
3:40:6 PM
RICK DORMER, Urged support for funding of MAP.
PETERSBURG
SCHOOL
DISTRICT,
PETERSBURG
(via
teleconference
),
3:41:2 PM
GERRY Supported funding for MAP. He detailed
MERRIGAN, the various ways the program benefits
SELF, his community, particularly in the area
PETERSBURG of fisheries and fishery management.
(via
teleconference
),
3:43:1 PM
Sitka
3:43:4 PM
DORRIE Testified in support of MAP. She stated
FARRELL, SELF, that the federal match to the state
SITKA (via funds was an incentive to fund the
teleconferenceprogram.
),
3:45:5 PM
FRANK SUTTON, Testified in support of funding for a
SEARHC, SITKA Heath and Social Services funded grant
(via program.
teleconference
),
3:46:9 PM
DAN FALVEY, Urged funding support for MAP. He
SELF, SITKA detailed the various ways the program
(via helps him in his work as a fisherman.
teleconference
),
DAN ETOLIN, Testified in support of state funding
SITKA (via for public broadcasting. He detailed
teleconferencethe various services provided by Sitka
), Raven Radio.
SHERI Urged support for funding for domestic
FEINSTEIN, violence and sexual assault programs in
SITKANS her communities. She cited the
AGAINST FAMILY importance of the pro-bono program.
VIOLENCE SAFV,
SITKA (via
teleconference
),
3:49:2 PM
AT EASE
3:51:4 PM
RECONVENE
Homer
3:51:5 PM
DAN LUSH, Testified in support for the governor's
SOUTH recommendation for funding for domestic
PENINSULA violence and sexual assault programs.
HAVEN HOUSE, He stressed the importance for funding
HOMER (via for legal aid for victims and
teleconferenceprevention programs.
),
3:53:1 PM
GLEN SEAMAN, Urged support for full funding of MAP.
SELF, HOMER He shared that the program has been
(via very successful with its programs
teleconferencethroughout the state.
),
3:55:5 PM
LOLITA BRACHE, Spoke in support for funding of Best
TEACHER, HOMER Beginnings partnership programs. She
(via stressed the need for funding childcare
teleconferenceassistance. She requested full funding
), of the Imagination Library program. She
added that funds could be used most
effectively when agencies worked
together.
3:58:7 PM
KELSEY Testified in support of funding for
JACOBSEN, AmeriCorps. She shared the professional
AMERICORPS, skills she gained through her
SITKA (via AmeriCorps experience.
teleconference
),
4:00:3 PM
GAIL YOUNG, Urged support for funding for Fetal
SEARHC Alcohol Syndrome Disorder (FASD)
NEURODEVELOPMEprograms. She added that early
NTAL PROGRAM, identification of the syndrome is
SITKA (via beneficial for those inflicted.
teleconference
),
4:03:5 PM
TRACY Testified in support of funding for
HILLHOUSE AmeriCorps and Juvenile Justice and
PRICE, Youth Court programs.
AMERICORPS,
SITKA (via
teleconference
),
4:05:1 PM
LINDA BEHNKIN, Urged support for full funding of the
ALASKA Marine Advisory Program. She detailed
LONGLINE the various ways that the program has
FISHERMAN'S assisted the fishing community.
ASSOCIATION
(ALFA), SITKA
(via
teleconference
),
4:06:3 PM
BRIAN MCNITT, Thanked the committee for the
BOARD additional $200,000 to maintain
PRESIDENT, services for victims of domestic
SAFV, SITKA violence and sexual assault. Co-Chair
(via Stedman said that legislation was in
teleconferencethe process of consideration by the
), Judiciary Committee.
4:08:7 PM
FAITH LEE, Offered appreciation for funding of the
SERVE SITKA, AmeriCorps mentoring and afterschool
SITKA (via programs. She detailed the many ways
teleconferencethe programs benefit her community.
),
Dillingham
4:11:9 PM
AT EASE
4:12:7 PM
RECONVENE
4:12:4 PM
BRENDA Provided testimony in support of
Thanked the committee for the $200,000
GINGER BAIM,
in the budget for domestic violence and
SAFE,
sexual assault programs. He urged
DILLINGHAM
support for additional prevention
(via
programs funding.
teleconferenc
e),
4:24:9 PM
BILL RODAWALT, Testified in support of funding for
FRIENDS OF public broadcasting. He thanked the
KDLG RADIO, committee for including public radio in
DILLINGHAM the legislation. He stressed the
(via important role public radio plays in
teleconferencecommunication for rural communities.
),
4:26:8 PM
AT EASE
4:26:5 PM
RECONVENE
4:27:1 PM
SUSAN Urged support for full funding for MAP.
FLENSBURG, She provided and overview of the many
BRISTOL BAY ways program advisors had been
NATIVE beneficial to the community and the
ASSOCIATION state.
(BBNA),
DILLINGHAM
(via
teleconference
),
4:30:1 PM
ROSE LOERA, Expressed support for the request of $2
BBAHC, million for Community Health Centers.
DILLINGHAM
(via
teleconference
),
Cordova
4:33:2 PM
ROBERT BEEDLE, Testified in support of full funding of
SELF, CORDOVA the university request for MAP. He
(via listed the various ways the program had
teleconferencebenefited the fishing community. He
), said that the program office in his
community is a bastion of information
regarding the fishing industry.
4:36:6 PM
NICOLE SONGER, Thanked the committee for the
EXECUTIVE additional $200,000 for domestic
DIRECTOR, violence and sexual assault programs.
CORDOVA FAMILY She urged support for the pro-bono
RESOURCE program.
CENTER,
CORDOVA (via
teleconference
),
PETE HOEPFNER, Thanked the committee for the $200,000
CORDOVA FAMILY for domestic violence and sexual
RESOURCE assault services. He urged additional
CENTER, funding for prevention programs.
CORDOVA (via
teleconference
),
4:38:9 PM
ERIC LIAN, Urged support for full funding for the
SELF, CORDOVA university request for MAP.
(via
teleconference
),
4:41:2 PM
ROCHELLE VAN Testified in support of MAP operating
DEN BROEK, budget request. She detailed the
CORDOVA various ways the program had benefited
DISTRICT her organization. She expressed her
FISHERMEN appreciation for the program and the
UNITED, local agent in her community.
CORDOVA (via
teleconference
),
4:42:2 PM
AT EASE
4:42:4 PM
RECONVENE
4:44:9 PM
BETH POOLE, Urged support for full funding of the
COPPER RIVER university request for MAP. She listed
MARKETING, the many ways that the program advisor
CORDOVA (via in Cordova benefits the community.
teleconference
),
4:46:3 PM
ALLEN Urged support for full funding of the
MARQUETTE, PWS university request for funding MAP. He
SCIENCE shared the many positive achievements
CENTER, that the program agent had accomplished
CORDOVA (via in the community of Cordova.
teleconference
),
Offnets
4:49:7 PM
DONNA Urged support for increased funding for
BROCKSCHNIDT, Head Start programs. She relayed that
RURALCAP, there were several children on the wait
SAVOOGNA (via list in her community.
teleconference
),
4:50:7 PM
LESLIE JONES, Testified in support for the Alaska
SELF, YAKUTAT Patient Care FY2011 request. She
(via detailed the need for improved services
teleconferencein the community.
),
4:55:7 PM
BARBARA Testified in support of funding for
SVARNY-Division of Wildlife for additional
CARLSON, refuge areas in Central Alaska.
EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR,
FRIENDS OF THE
ALASKA COASTAL
WILDLIFE
REFUGE,
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
4:58:4 PM
DENISE Spoke in support of Head Start funding
MATHENA, for a Hydaberg program.
HYDABERG,
TEACHERS
PROGRAM (via
teleconference
),
5:00:6 PM
SONIA Testified in support of funding for
HANDFORTH-KOM, community health centers.
PRESIDENT
ALASKA PRIMARY
CARE
ASSOCIATION,
UNALASKA (via
teleconference
),
5:01:8 PM
JOHN CONWELL, Testified in support of the MAP
SUPERINTENDENToperating budget request.
, UNALASKA
SCHOOL
DISTRICT (via
teleconference
),
5:02:2 PM
Warren Spoke in support of full funding for
Cummings, the Land Mobile Radio System.
Fairbanks{
5:04:3 PM
BOB CLAUS, Testified in support of public safety
UNALASKA (via funding for VPSO's.
teleconference
),
5:06:8 PM
SHANE WELCH, Advocated for additional FASD services.
YUKON
KUSKOKWIM
HEALTH
CONFERENCE
(via
teleconference
),
5:09:3 PM
KURT KUHNE, Spoke in support of funding for
PEOPLES therapeutic courts.
LEARNING
CENTER, BETHEL
(via
teleconference
),
5:10:8 PM
MAXIE ALEXIE, Testified of funding for therapeutic
BETHEL (via courts.
teleconference
),
5:12:1 PM
CINDY Spoke in support funding for public
ANDRECHECK, broadcasting.
BETHEL (via
teleconference
),
5:12:5 PM
MICHELLE Thanked the committee for funding for
DEWITT, TUNDRA domestic violence and sexual assault
WOMEN'S and urges support for primary
PROGRAM, prevention. She also spoke in support
BETHEL (via of funding for legal representation for
teleconferencevictims.
),
5:15:8 PM
LOUISA RILEY, Testified in support shelter services
ARCTIC WOMEN and legal advocacy.
IN CRISIS,
BARROW, BARROW
(via
teleconference
),
5:17:0 PM
CHERYL HUMME, Expressed appreciation to the committee
ARCTIC WOMEN for additional funding for victim
IN CRISIS, services. She spoke in support of
BARROW (via funding for pro-bono legal aid.
teleconference
),
5:19:3 PM
ELAINE Testified in support of funding for
RITTGERS, domestic violence sexual assault and
ARCTIC WOMEN legal advocacy.
IN CRISIS,
BARROW (via
teleconference
),
5:20:2 PM
ALICE NEAKOOK, Support of funding for public
KBRW, BARROW broadcasting.
(via
teleconference
),
5:24:9 PM
BEVERLY Testified in support of work
PATKOTAK development programs offered through
GRINAGE, the college.
HISAGVIK
COLLEGE,
BARROW (via
teleconference
),
5:25:4 PM
MAUREEN NOLAN, Advocated for funding to the Early
KOTZEBUE (via Learning Program and Best Beginnings
teleconferenceProgram.
),
5:26:5 PM
ERIC OSBORNE, Testified for fisheries funding and
NOME (via marine safety outreach. Urged full
teleconferencefunding for MAP.
),
5:29:4 PM
CHARLIE LEAN, Urged full funding for MAP.
NORTON SOUND
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION,
NOME (via
teleconference
),
5:31:3 PM
DOUG WALRATH, Asked for support for MAP.
NORTHWESTERN
ALASKA CAREER
AND TECHNICAL
CENTER, NOME
(via
teleconference
),
5:33:8 PM
LYNETTE Spoke in support of the Alaska Summer
SCHMIDT, ASRA, Research Academy.
NOME (via
teleconference
),
5:35:1 PM
ROSE FOSDICK, Testified in support of full funding
KAWERAK, NOME for MAP.
(via
teleconference
),
5:36:5 PM
MARGARET Urged support for Alaska Legal
THOMAS, NOME Services.
(via
teleconference
),
5:38:3 PM
JANET Thanked the committee for funding to
AHMAUSUK, support victims of domestic violence
BERING SEA and sexual assault.
WOMEN'S GROUP,
NOME (via
teleconference
),
5:40:0 PM
JEANETTE LYA, Urged support for Alaska Legal
SAVOOGNA (via Services.
teleconference
),
5:41:2 PM
TERESA Testified in support of funding for
PINGAYAK, Head Start Programs.
CHEVAK, RURAL
CAP (via
teleconference
),
5:45:7 PM
EDWARD ADAMS, Urged funding for Alaska Legal
NUNAMLQUA (via Services.
teleconference
),
5:46:4 PM
DAWN GROSSMAN, Testified in support of funding for
SERVE ALASKA Serve Alaska and AmeriCorps.
DELTA JUNCTION
(via
teleconference
),
5:48:7 PM
MARJOURIE Spoke in support of Alaska Legal
STRAUFF, Services.
KANGIGANAK
(via
teleconference
),
5:49:1 PM
Dr. Stroklund, Testified in support of funding for
Dutch Harbor{ community health centers.
5:51:9 PM
FRANK KELTY, Testified in support of full funding
UNALASKA (via for MAP.
teleconference
),
5:52:2 PM
MIRIAM Spoke in support of Alaska Legal
DILLARD, Services.
BETHEL (via
teleconference
),
5:54:6 PM
SUNNY Spoke in support of funding for Alaska
RADEBAUGH, Legal Services. She noted that offices
WASILLA (via are closing in Kenai and other
teleconferencelocations and expressed concern for
), those that will not have legal
representation.
5:56:0 PM
KAREN FOSTER, Expressed support for additional
ANCHORAGE (via funding for the Crime Laboratory and
teleconferenceemphasized the importance of DNA
), evidence in criminal cases.
5:59:2 PM
NICKI SHELTON, Spoke in support of funding for FASD
HOONAH (via and Best Beginnings.
teleconference
),
6:02:1 PM
SHARON Testified in support of funding for the
WILLIAMS, Best Beginnings Program.
NAPOSKAK (via
teleconference
),
6:04:5 PM
ANNIE LOU Urged funding for AmeriCorps and Alaska
WILLIAMS, Youth Corps.
KALSKAG (via
teleconference
),
6:06:6 PM
ROBERT BEAN, Testified in support of funding for the
NENANA (via Alaska Summer Research Academy.
teleconference
),
6:07:4 PM
MARIE SAKAR, Testified in support of family wellness
CHUATBALUK programs and funding for drug and
(via alcohol abuse counseling.
teleconference
),
6:09:3 PM
CINDY HIGGINS, Advocated for Head Start programs.
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
6:12:9 PM
JEFFREY Urged support for MAP and Head Start
STEPHEN, and Alaska Legal Services
UNITED FISHING
MARKETING
ASSOCIATION,
ANCHORAGE (via
teleconference
),
6:14:3 PM
THOMAS BROK, Testified in support of funding for
ANIAK (via Best Beginning and Head Start.
teleconference
),
6:16:7 PM
AMBER LATHROP, Expressed support for the Infant
KENAI (via Learning and the Head Start programs.
teleconferenceShe also testified in support of
), alcohol treatment programs.
6:18:2 PM
GALE VICK, Urged support for funding in the
GULF OF ALASKA University of Alaska's budget for six
COMMISSION, positions in the Marine Advisory
COALITION (via Program and Head Start and Alaska Legal
teleconferenceServices.
),
6:19:4 PM
ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:18 PM.
| Document Name | Date/Time | Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| HB 300 HB 302GOVs Operating Amendments February 17 2010.pdf |
HFIN 2/19/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
|
| HB300HB302MEDICAID SPENDING Report cover.docx |
HFIN 2/25/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 HB 302 |
| Medicaid-Special Report House Finance Feb 2010 HB300 HB302.docx |
HFIN 2/25/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 HB 302 |
| Medicade Ependitures & Projections PowerPoint HB300-302.pdf |
HFIN 2/25/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 |
| HB 300 HB302 Operating Budget Summary.pdf |
HFIN 3/1/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 HB 302 |
| HB 300 Amendment 32A.pdf |
HFIN 3/9/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 |
| Operating Budget Amendments 030810.pdf |
HFIN 3/8/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 |
| Amendment 14A 030810.pdf |
HFIN 3/8/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 |
| Operating Budget Amendment #33 030810.pdf |
HFIN 3/8/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 |
| Operating Budget Amendment #33A.pdf |
HFIN 3/8/2010 1:30:00 PM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 |
| HB 300 Amendment Package with Actions.pdf |
HFIN 3/9/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 |
| HB 300 Letters Public.pdf |
HFIN 3/9/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/23/2010 9:00:00 AM SFIN 3/24/2010 9:00:00 AM |
HB 300 HB 300 HB 302 |