07/05/1999 Labor & Workforce Development
LABOR & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
1. ADOPTED REGULATIONS - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
Alaska Exemptions Act
As specified in AS 09.38.115, the Department of Labor has adjusted the amount
set out in the Alaska Exemptions Act in response to changes in the Consumer
Price Index. 8 AAC 95.030 has been amended to reflect these changes.
The regulations become effective July 22, 1999.
Copies of the regulations are available by writing to Brynn Keith, Alaska
Department of Labor, Research and Analysis Section, P.O. Box 25501, Juneau, AK
99802-5501 (phone 907-465-4518).
2. PUBLIC NOTICES
Zones Of Underemployment
Pursuant to AS 36.10.150 and 8 AAC 30.064, Commissioner of Labor Ed Flanagan
has determined, upon an analysis of the most recent detailed employment and
labor supply data available, that the state of Alaska remains a "zone of
underemployment" with regard to the construction industry. The commissioner
has determind that eighteen occupational categories in the industry will
continue to qualify for 90% resident employment preference on publicly funded
construction projects:
Boilermakers Equipment OperatorsPiledrivers
Bricklayers Insulation WorkerPlumbers and
Carpenters Ironworkers Pipefitters
Cement Masons LaborersRoofers
Culinary Workers Mechanics Sheet Metal
Electricians Painters
Workers
Truck
Drivers
Welders
This determination shall become effective July 1, 1999 through June 30, 2001.
For additional information, contact the Labor Standards and Safety Division in
Anchorage (907-269-4900), Juneau (907-465-4842), or Fairbanks (907-451-2886).
__________________________
Ed Flanagan, Commissioner
Department of Labor
June 30, 1999
07/05/1999 Law
LAW
1. ATTORNEY GENERAL OPINIONS
ETHICS: Cash Award in Recognition of Superior Job Performance
MEMORANDUMState of Alaska
Department of Law
TO:Commissioner
DATE:March 12, 1996
FILE NO.:663-96-0272
TELEPHONE NO.:465-3600
FROM:Douglas D. Gardner
Assistant Attorney General
Human Services Section - Juneau
SUBJECT: Cash Award in Recognition of Superior Job Performance (Executive
Ethics Act; AS 39.52)
Pursuant to AS 39.52, the Alaska Executive Branch Ethics Act ("Act"), you have
requested advice regarding whether Mr. A -- a state employee -- may accept a
monetary award in recognition of his job performance. In accordance with AS
39.52.240(b), we previously provided you with our initial verbal advice that
Mr. A should not accept the award from B. We based that advice on AS
39.52.120(b)(2), which prohibits a state employee from accepting compensation
for the performance of official duties from an entity other than the state.
This written opinion confirms our initial advice.
BACKGROUND
The following is our understanding of the facts, based on information provided
in your memorandum of January 5, 1995.
1.Mr. A's Job Duties
Mr. A is employed by the State of Alaska. Mr. A's position is funded by an
interagency personnel agreement between a department of the State of Alaska and
B, an agency of the federal government. Mr. A serves at the pleasure of both
agencies. The state pays Mr. A's salary and is later reimbursed by B. B is
later reimbursed by C, a private corporation, for work performed by Mr. A.
Under the direction of the state and B's on-site officer, Mr. A provides
technical assistance regarding policies, procedures, and enforcement of state
statutes and safety regulations. These inspections ensure that regulations
protecting the safety of the public and employees working on the project are
properly observed.
2.The Award
During 1994, Mr. A directed the XYZ safety and inspection project. In
recognition of his superior job performance in directing the XYZ program, Mr. A
was nominated for a monetary award. As a result, Mr. A was awarded $1,265 by
B. This award was based on a percentage of Mr. A's annual salary. Prior to
disbursing Mr. A's award, a department of the State of Alaska requested our
opinion on whether such an award was prohibited by the Act. Pending the
release of this opinion, B has retained possession of Mr. A's award.
DISCUSSION
In our oral advice we advised that Mr. A should not accept the monetary award
from B because, under AS 39.52.120(b),
A public officer may not . . .
(2) accept, receive, or solicit compensation for the performance of official
duties or responsibilities from a person other than the state.
AS 39.52.960(7) defines "compensation" to include:
(7) "compensation" means any money, thing of value, or economic benefit
conferred on or received by a person in return for services rendered or to be
rendered by the person for another.
The award presented by B to Mr. A is a "bonus" directly correlated to Mr. A's
salary and constitutes compensation to him for services rendered. BLACK'S LAW
DICTIONARY defines "bonus" as "[a]n addition to salary or wages normally paid
for extraordinary work. An inducement to employees to procure efficient and
faithful service." BLACK'S LAW DICTIONARY 182(rev. 6th ed. 1990).
We base our finding that this award constitutes compensation for services
rendered on the following factors. First, and most significantly, B's "award"
or bonus was directly related to the quality and quantity of work performed by
Mr. A as part of his official duty as a state employee.
Next, in calculating the award, B multiplied Mr. A's salary for FY-94 ($63,240)
by 2 percent, resulting in an award of $1,265. Thus, the "award" was
work-related and based on the value of services performed by Mr. A.
As a state employee, Mr. A is prohibited by AS 39.52.120(b) from accepting
compensation from B for performance of his official duties. One purpose of AS
39.52.120(b) is to prevent state employees from receiving "double-pay" for
performing their normal official duties. See 1987 Inf. Op. Att'y Gen. (April
24; 663-86-0389). A second purpose of the Act is to assure the public that
state officials are not influenced by remuneration from non-state entities. AS
39.52.010. If Mr. A accepted the monetary award or "bonus" from B, he would be
receiving additional payment by a non-state entity for the performance of his
official duties. Due to the restriction in AS 39.52.120(b)(4), it is our
opinion that Mr. A may not accept B's monetary "award." However, Mr. A may
request that B donate the award to a charity. The charity, however, must be an
organization in which neither Mr. A or his immediate family members hold a
membership or other interest. 1991 Inf. Op. Att'y Gen. (July 1; 663-91-0489).
If you have any questions regarding this opinion, please do not hesitate to
call.
DDG/bap
2. ATTORNEY GENERAL OPINIONS
ETHICS: Outside Employment as Research Analyst
MEMORANDUMState of Alaska
Department of Law
TO:Designated Ethics Supervisor
DATE:July 14, 1995
FILE NO.:661-95-0777; 661-95-0817
TEL. NO.:269-5274
FROM:Nancy B. Meade
Assistant Attorney General
Environmental Section - Anchorage
SUBJECT: Outside employment under contract administered by separate unit of
empolyee's agency; outside employment as research analyst (AS 39.52)
You have requested our advice on two potential violations of the
Executive Branch Ethics Act, AS 39.52.010 -- AS 39.52.960, which were disclosed
to you through ethics disclosure forms submitted pursuant to AS 39.52.170.
First, "John Doe," an agency employee, wishes to subcontract with a state
university (the University), which intends to contract with the agency to
perform work on a project initiated by Mr. Doe in his former position at the
agency. Second, Mr. Doe also wishes to become employed as a research analyst
with the University. We conclude that neither of these proposed outside
positions would violate any provision of AS 39.52.
FACTS
With respect to the first question, we understand from the ethics
disclosure form that was forwarded to our office, as well as from Mr. Doe
himself in a follow-up telephone conversation, that Mr. Doe formerly worked as
the project manager for the agency's "Comparative Risk Project," a project
designed to help the agency develop a methodology to use in prioritizing its
workload. As part of his duties in that position, Mr. Doe applied for, and
obtained, a grant from a federal agency; the funds from that grant are to be
expended in conducting a three-part analysis, which will then yield a system
for the agency to use in prioritizing its work. Two of the three parts are
fairly scientific, and will probably be assessed by the agency's employees as
part of their official duties, while the third is more of a statistical
analysis, which will likely be conducted by non-agency personnel. This grant
was obtained in the latter part of 1993, but, for a variety of reasons, very
little work has been done under the grant
to date.
In February 1995, Mr. Doe changed jobs within the agency; he is now in
an unrelated position. Approximately two months later, the new manager of the
Comparative Risk Project approached officials at the University to informally
discuss whether the University could conduct the third, statistical part of the
risk analysis, which will include conducting a public survey. The data from
this research survey will be provided to the agency, which will then combine it
with the other two components of the analysis to come up with a prioritization
procedure.
After the University submits a proposal to the agency, and assuming the
University obtains the contract, Mr. Doe would like to be employed as a
research analyst for the project, helping to develop the survey and draft the
final report. He obtained his Master's Degree in Public Administration from
the University, and his work would be based on that expertise. It is wholly
unrelated to Mr. Doe's current job. Mr. Doe estimates that the total time
working on this project will be 30--60 hours, at a total salary of
approximately $300--500.
With respect to your second question concerning Mr. Doe's outside
employment as a University research analyst, the facts appear to be
straightforward. Mr. Doe wishes to work under a University grant, funded by a
federal agency, to conduct research on a separate issue. The work is expected
to take five to ten hours per week.
ANALYSIS
Since the first scenario potentially implicates several different
provisions of the Executive Branch Ethics Act (the "Act"), each applicable
section will be discussed in turn. The second question is discussed in section
D below. At the outset, we note that Mr. Doe is clearly a "public officer"
within the Act's meaning. AS 39.52.960(21) (term generally includes any
employee of a state agency).
A. Misuse of Official Position
A public officer may not use his official position for personal gain;
specifically, the officer may not "seek other employment or contracts through
the use or attempted use of official position," and may not "receive . . .
compensation for the performance of official duties or responsibilities from a
person other than the state." AS 39.52.120(b)(1),(2). We have stated
previously that this provision "was intended both to prevent bribes and to
prevent employees from receiving double pay for performing their normal
duties." 1987 Op. Att'y Gen. at 2 (Apr. 24, 663-87-0389).
Mr. Doe did not seek, or even consider, employment with the University
relating to the Comparative Risk Project while he was employed as the project
manager. Only after he left that position did the contracting opportunity
arise with the University. Moreover, the fact that Mr. Doe is seeking only to
enter a contract with another entity which, in turn, intends to contract
directly with the state makes the relationship between Mr. Doe and the state
indirect, making it even less possible that his official position in the agency
somehow secured the contract for him. Thus, it does not appear that Mr. Doe
used, or could have used, his official position to get the subcontract work
with the University.
Second, the work Mr. Doe would do for the University is different from
his "official duties" that he now does for the agency; designing a public
survey on citizens' perceptions is wholly separate from Mr. Doe's current job
duties. Mr. Doe's proposed employment would not run afoul of the prohibition
on receiving outside compensation for performing official duties.
B. Improper Use of Information
Mr. Doe is prohibited from disclos[ing] or us[ing] information gained
in the course of, or by reason of, [his] official duties that could in any way
result in the receipt of any benefit for [him], if the information has not also
been disseminated to the public.
AS 39.52.140(a). Whether information has been "disseminated to the public" is
determined under 9 AAC 52.070 (eff. 4/24/94); information that is merely
available to the public, but has not been "published" under paragraph (a) of
the regulation is not considered to have been disseminated.
It does not appear that Mr. Doe used, or will use, any particularized
information that he had by virtue of his position as Comparative Risk Project
Manager to design or conduct the public survey. The survey appears to be a
separate, and smaller, aspect of the entire assessment; it is one of the three
components of the methodology that the agency must examine under the federal
grant, and its management is not susceptible to any private agency
information. Since Mr. Doe likely does not even have any specialized
information about conducting the survey that would benefit him by giving him an
advantage in subcontracting with the University, there does not appear to be
any violation of this provision.
On the other hand, Mr. Doe may have information that he gained as
project manager that could be used to help the University tailor its eventual
formal bid proposal more carefully to comport with exactly what the agency is
seeking in the public opinion portion of the risk analysis. If any such
information is not included in the agency's Request for Proposals, Mr. Doe may
not use that information, since it would indirectly benefit him if the
University should win the contract. Thus, if Mr. Doe does have any such
non-disseminated information, he should not assist the University in preparing
any bid that would be submitted to the agency.
C. Improper Influence
AS 39.52.150(a) provides:
A public officer . . . may not attempt to acquire, receive, apply for,
be a party to, or have a personal or financial interest in a state grant,
contract, lease, or loan if the public officer may take or withhold official
action that affects the award, execution, or administration of the state grant,
contract, lease, or loan.
If Mr. Doe were to be employed by the University to do work under a
University/agency contract, he would have a personal or financial interest in
the state contract within the meaning of this rule. Nonetheless, since Mr. Doe
has changed jobs, he is no longer in a position to "take or withhold official
action" that could affect the contract between the agency and the University.
This provision, then, does not prevent Mr. Doe from working for the University
on the survey project.
Although this conclusion would allow Mr. Doe to work on a contract that
is being administered by his own agency, the Act does not prohibit such an
arrangement. Indeed, the Act specifically allows a public officer to have a
personal or financial interest in a contract that is awarded or administered by
the same agency for which that officer works, as long as that interest is
reported in writing to the employee's designated supervisor. AS 39.52.150(d).
By filling out the disclosure form, Mr. Doe has complied with that requirement.
D. Outside Employment
The Act also discusses the circumstances in which an employee is
restricted from engaging in employment outside the state:
A public employee may not render services to benefit a personal or
financial interest or engage in or accept employment outside the agency which
the employee serves, if the outside employment or service is incompatible or in
conflict with the proper discharge of official duties.
AS 39.52.170(a) (emphasis added). This section is expanded upon in the
regulations, which provide that outside employment violates this section
if the employee's designated supervisor reasonably determines that the
outside employment or service
(1) takes time away from the employee's official duties;
(2) limits the scope of the employee's official duties; or
(3) is otherwise incompatible or in conflict with the proper
discharge of the employee's official duties.
9 AAC 52.090 (eff. 4/24/94).
It is Mr. Doe's designated supervisor who will apply the tests in this
provision. You must ascertain whether it can be reasonably determined that Mr.
Doe's outside work for the University, as proposed, would take time away from
his official duties. In making this determination, you will likely consider
that he would do the extra work, which amounts to approximately ten hours per
week, "outside normal working hours." See Ethics Disclosure Form, April 20,
1995. Second, in determining whether Mr. Doe's proposed work would limit the
scope of his official duties, you will need to examine the substantive
relationship between the public survey and any issues that Mr. Doe deals with
in his current position. Finally, though we do not perceive other indications
that the proposed project would be incompatible with, or in conflict with, Mr.
Doe's current duties, you should make that determination as well.
The second question, concerning Mr. Doe's proposed work as a research
analyst, is also resolved under these provisions. Generally, if he only does
the proposed five to ten hours of work outside of his normal working hours for
the state, it would appear reasonable to conclude that the outside employment
is not interfering with his state duties. In addition, you must determine
whether the proposed work would limit the scope of his official duties. Since
it appears that the periodic research work is unrelated to Mr. Doe's current
duties, it may be reasonable to conclude that the outside employment does not
limit the scope of Mr. Doe's official duties. Finally, there do not appear to
be other indications that the proposed work would be incompatible with, or in
conflict with, Mr. Doe's current duties.
Thus, as long as Mr. Doe reports this outside employment, AS
39.52.170(b), as he has, and as long as you determine that the outside
positions meet the test in the regulation, they are probably permissible.
CONCLUSION
There does not appear to be any violation of the Executive Branch
Ethics Act presented by the outside employment proposed by Mr. Doe, though you
will need to make the specific determination required by 9 AAC 52.090.
Although Mr. Doe's situation implicates several of the Act's provisions, none
appear to prohibit (1) his work for the University on the public survey portion
of the Comparative Risk Project, or (2) his work as a University research
analyst.
If I have misstated any facts in this opinion, or if you have any other
questions, please contact me immediately.
NBM:vo
3. ATTORNEY GENERAL OPINIONS
ETHICS: Retention of business interests upon appointment to office
MEMORANDUMState of Alaska
Department of Law
TO:Michael A. Nizich
Designated Ethics Supervisor
Office of the Governor
DATE:January 11, 1995
FILE NO.:663-95-0310
TEL. NO.: 465-3600
FROM:Kristen F. Bomengen
Assistant Attorney General
Human Services Section-Juneau
SUBJECT:Retention of business interests upon appointment to office
(Executive Ethics Act -- AS 39.52)
INTRODUCTION
You have asked whether a department commissioner may retain personal
business interests upon appointment to office. You have further inquired about
whether the commissioner's spouse's business interests with that department may
be affected by the appointment. Finally, you have asked whether the
commissioner may remain involved in volunteer service in the community as a
board member for a non-profit organization that has a grant from the
department.
The answer, in brief, is that the commissioner and spouse may retain
personal business interests. The businesses may have to forego certain
business opportunities with the department. On the other hand, if the
commissioner severs all financial ties with the commissioner's business, the
Executive Branch Ethics Act does not restrict the future activities of that
business. The commissioner's continued participation as a board member of a
grantee agency, however, would be incompatible with the official duties of a
department commissioner.
BACKGROUND
Two types of business interests must be examined in order to respond to
these concerns. First, the commissioner's spouse owns a firm. Although the
department itself does not let contracts related to the firm's activities, some
related contracts will be awarded and administered on behalf of the
department. The spouse's business generally bids on contracts of this nature.
These contracts would not usually be awarded and administered by the
Commissioner's Office, but either by the Department of Transportation and
Public Facilities (DOT/PF) or an administrative unit within the department.
Second, the commissioner is a partner in a consulting business, which
has been involved in a number of consulting projects for the department. These
projects concern policy development and planning. One project has just been
completed. The contracting officer for this project was an employee of an
administrative unit within the department. However, because of the policy
considerations within the project, the project was reviewed by two division
directors and a deputy commissioner. In the future, the department will likely
let additional contracts that are within the expertise of this partnership.
The commissioner is considering severing ties with the business partnership.
The commissioner may be interested in returning to consulting after leaving
state service.
In addition, the commissioner currently serves as a board member for a
non-profit agency that regularly seeks grants from the department. The
commissioner is interested in continuing community service activities, but is
concerned about potential for conflict under the provisions of the Executive
Branch Ethics Act.
APPLICABLE LAW
The applicable provisions of the Executive Branch Ethics Act are as
follows:
AS 39.52.150. IMPROPER INFLUENCE IN STATE GRANTS, CONTRACTS, LEASES,
OR LOANS. (a) A public officer, or an immediate family member, may not
attempt to acquire, receive, apply for, be a party to, or have a personal or
financial interest in a state grant, contract, lease, or loan if the public
officer may take or withhold official action that affects the award, execution,
or administration of the state grant, contract, lease, or loan.
(b) The prohibition in (a) of this section does not apply to a state
grant, contract, or lease competitively solicited unless the officer
(1) is employed by the administrative unit awarding the grant,
contract, or lease or is employed by the administrative unit for which the
grant, contract, or lease is let; or
(2) takes official action with respect to the award, execution, or
administration of the grant, contract, or lease.
AS 39.52.170. OUTSIDE EMPLOYMENT RESTRICTED. (a) A public employee
may not render services to benefit a personal or financial interest or engage
in or accept employment outside the agency which the employee serves, if the
outside employment or service is incompatible or in conflict with the proper
discharge of official duties.
AS 39.52.960. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter, unless the context
requires otherwise,
(1) "administrative unit" means a branch, bureau, center, committee,
division, fund, office, program, section, or any other subdivision of an
agency;
. . . .
(9) "financial interest" means
(A) an interest held by a public officer or an immediate family
member, which includes an involvement or ownership of an interest in a
business, including a property ownership, or a professional or private
relationship, that is a source of income, or from which, or as a result of
which, a person has received or expects to receive a financial benefit;
(B) holding a position in a business, such as an officer, director,
trustee, partner, employee, or the like, or holding a position of management[.]
The statutes have been clarified by regulations as follows:
9 AAC 52.080. STATE GRANTS, CONTRACTS, LEASES, AND LOANS.
(a) For purposes of AS 39.52.150(b), a state grant, contract, or lease is
competitively solicited if the grant, contract, or lease
(1)is awarded by competitive sealed bidding under AS 36.30.100
- 36.30.190 or competitive sealed proposals under AS 36.30.200 - 36.30.270; or
(2)is awarded by procedures substantially similar to
competitive sealed bidding or competitive sealed proposals and AS 36.30 does
not apply to the awarding of the grant, contract, or lease.
(b) If a state grant, contract, lease, or loan is awarded by or for a
public corporation, board, or commission within a department but not by or for
the office of the commissioner of that department, then an employee of the
office of the commissioner in that department is not considered to be employed
by the administrative unit awarding the grant, contract, lease, or loan.
(c)For purposes of AS 39.52.150(b)(1), if the public officer
was not employed by the administrative unit at the time a state grant,
contract, or lease was competitively solicited, the officer's subsequent
employment by that administrative unit does not constitute a violation of AS
39.52.150 unless the officer takes or withholds official action with respect to
the administration of the grant, contract, or lease.
9 AAC 52.090. OUTSIDE EMPLOYMENT OR SERVICE. For purposes of AS
39.52.170, a public employee's outside employment or service, including
volunteer service, is incompatible or in conflict with the proper discharge of
official duties if the employee's designated supervisor reasonably determines
that the outside employment or service
(1)takes time away from the employee's official duties;
(2)limits the scope of the employee's official duties; or
(3)is otherwise incompatible or in conflict with the proper
discharge of the employee's official duties.
ANALYSIS
Spouse's Business
Under AS 39.52.150(a), a public officer or an immediate family member
may not have or seek a financial interest in a state contract if the public
officer may take or withhold official action that affects the award or
administration of the contract. When a contract is competitively solicited,
however, the prohibition of AS 39.52.150(a) only applies if the employee is
part of the administrative unit awarding the contract or actually takes action
on the contract as set out at AS 39.52.150(b).
The commissioner's spouse owns a firm, and may bid on state contracts.
Under AS 39.52.150, the firm may bid on any project on which the commissioner
could not take official action. Thus, the firm may bid on any project that has
no connection with the commissioner's department.
The spouse's firm, however, may wish to bid on projects for work
related to the department. We assume for this analysis that the contracts are
competitively bid. Thus, the questions are whether the commissioner's
"administrative unit" will award the contract, and, if not, whether the
commissioner will take official action that affects the award or administration
of any such contract.
The award and administration of these projects for the department is
usually performed by DOT/PF pursuant to a Reimbursable Services Agreement (RSA)
with the department. The department rarely issues these contracts directly,
unless a delegation of authority for contracts of a limited dollar amount is
received from DOT/PF. The commissioner, however would be the signatory on the
RSA to DOT/PF that funds these projects for the department.
In most, if not all, cases, neither the department nor the
Commissioner's Office will be the administrative unit that awards the
contract. Moreover, the project manager within the department most likely will
be from another administrative unit, not the commissioner or an employee within
the Commissioner's Office. Under 9 AAC 52.080(b), employees of the
Commissioner's Office are specifically excluded from being considered employees
of all administrative units of the department.
Thus, the commissioner's potential conflict will be analyzed under AS
39.52.150(b), not AS 39.52.150(a). The question, then, is not whether the
commissioner may take official action, but whether the commissioner will take
official action on a project on which the spouse's firm may want to bid.
The commissioner must sign the RSA for funds to be spent on projects
that involve significant expenditures. A RSA generally will be signed prior to
the award of a contract by DOT/PF, but a contract amendment may involve
subsequent RSAs that will be designated for a specific firm. Further, the
statutory duties of the commissioner, as principal executive officer of the
department, include the management of certain state facilities. Pursuant to
these duties, the commissioner should participate in some decisions regarding
important facilities for the department. Thus, in the usual case the
commissioner will take official action on a contract let on behalf of the
department.
The spouse's firm may not bid on contracts on which the commissioner
will take official action. AS 39.52.150(b)(2). This conflict may be cured,
however, if the commissioner may delegate the commissioner's duties and thereby
avoid taking any official action on a particular project.
Whether the commissioner may delegate the commissioner's duties
requires a case-by-case analysis that must be performed by the commissioner's
designated ethics supervisor. If the matter includes a traditionally delegated
function, it may be reasonable to conclude that the commissioner will take no
direct action on the matter. For example, contracts for small dollar amounts
for minor modifications traditionally have been delegated to a person in
another administrative unit within the department. On more significant
matters, the designated ethics supervisor, once concluding that there is a
potential for a violation under AS 39.52.210, may make a reassignment of duties
in order to cure the conflict, or direct the commissioner to divest the
financial interest that poses the potential violation.
In summary, the spouse's firm may bid on any state contracts that
clearly do not involve the potential for action by the commissioner of this
department. This may include some contracts awarded by DOT/PF on behalf of the
department. The spouse's firm may not seek state contracts that require
official action by the commissioner of this department.
The Commissioner's Business Partnership
As discussed above, under AS 39.52.150, a public officer may not seek a
contract or hold a financial interest in a contract if the officer may take or
withhold official action concerning that contract. If the contract is
competitively solicited, these restrictions apply only if the public officer is
an employee of the administrative unit that awards the contract, or if the
public officer takes official action with respect to the contract. The
commissioner's consulting business involves outside employment or the rendering
of services that will benefit a financial interest. Accordingly, AS 39.52.170,
which prohibits outside employment that is incompatible with performance of
state duties, also applies.
If the commissioner retains a financial interest in the consulting
business, we believe that the consulting business should not bid on state
contracts with the department. First, these contracts involve matters of
policy and agency discretion, and the Commissioner's Office has been directly
involved in previous contracts obtained by this partnership. Under AS
39.52.150(b), the commissioner may not retain a financial interest in the
consulting business unless these policy decision are delegated to another
official.
Moreover, under AS 39.52.170, outside employment or financial interests
are restricted if the employment or interest is incompatible or in conflict
with the proper discharge of official duties. Under 9 AAC 52.090, an
incompatibility with the discharge of official duties may arise with outside
employment or service, including volunteer service, if a determination is made
that it limits the scope of the employee's official duties or demonstrates
another conflict. We believe that the commissioner's designated ethics
supervisor would find that a delegation of policy-making authority would not be
consistent with the expectation that a commissioner will perform the planning
and policy formulation duties of the position.
The commissioner has indicated that the business and financial interest
in the partnership will not be retained. The commissioner has asked, however,
whether the commissioner's former business associate would be precluded from
continuing in the business and seeking contracts from the department. The
answer is that the Executive Branch Ethics Act does not prohibit a former
business partner from continuing the activities of the business, including
seeking contracts from the department.
Community Service as a Board Member
The commissioner serves on a board of a volunteer organization that
obtains grants from the department. The restrictions on outside employment in
AS 39.52.170 also apply to volunteer activities. 9 AAC 52.090. These services
may be incompatible or in conflict with the proper discharge of the employee's
official duties if conflicting interests may arise in the course of performing
these duties. A board member must act in the best interests of the non-profit
agency. A commissioner must act in the best interests of the department. The
interests of a grantee may not be fully compatible with the interests of the
department. For example, a board member may become involved in problems
encountered in the grant or a petition to the department; the department
commissioner may have to make a final determination that will impact the
grantee or respond to a petition. The conflict would not exist if the
non-profit agency has grants from other departments, but a serious potential
for conflicts exists when the non-pro
fit agency is a grantee of the same department. Consequently, the commissioner
is advised to resign from the board of the grantee agency.
CONCLUSION
In summary, the commissioner's spouse's business interests do not
present a potential for a violation of the Executive Branch Ethics Act, except
that the spouse's firm will be precluded from seeking contracts from the
department if the commissioner is likely to take official action on the
contract. The commissioner's business partnership will present a potential for
a violation of the Executive Branch Ethics Act if the commissioner retains a
financial interest in the partnership. However, if the financial interests in
the partnership are severed, there is no restriction on the continuation of the
former partner's business activities with the department. Finally, the ongoing
presence of the commissioner on the board of a non-profit agency that has a
grant from the department will be incompatible with the appointee's official
duties. The commissioner is advised to resign from the board.
KFB/bap
07/05/1999 Office of the Governor
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
1. BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
Vacancy List
Click here for the Boards and Commissions list for 07/05/1999.
Please click on the attached icon for a quarterly list of current board
vacancies and terms to expire. Please be aware of the column titled "FD" or
LC" as Financial Disclosure and/or Legislative Confirmation may be required
after appointment to certain boards. If you are interested in applying for a
board or commission seat, please send, fax or email a resume and brief cover
letter explaining your interest and qualifications to the below address. As
per state law, you must be a registered voter prior to the last general
election and be a resident of Alaska in order to be an eligible applicant. You
may wish to visit our website at
http://www.gov.state.ak.us/boards/bcinfo.htm which contains a one page
fact sheet on each board or contact us at Office of the Governor, Boards &
Commissions, P.O. Box 110001, Juneau, AK 99801, ph: 465-3500, fax: 465-3532,
email:
Lilla_Giles@gov.state.ak.us
2. PUBLIC NOTICES
ACMP Consistency Review, Chilkoot Lake Dock
Alaska Coastal Management Program
Division of Governmental Coordination (DGC)
The following project is proposed in your area and is being reviewed for
consistency with the Alaska Coastal Management Program. Your comments,
particularly on the proposed project's consistency with the affected local
coastal district management program, are requested.
Proposed Project & Location:
Installation of a 6ft. by 20ft. floating boat dock in Chilkoot Lake, Haines, to
moor (4) 28ft. pontoon boats used by Chilkoot Lake Tours for sightseeing and
fishing trips.
Applicant/Agent: Chilkoot Lake Tours/Shane Horton
Project Number:State ID # AK 9906-14JJ
Project Name: Chilkoot Lake Dock
Deadline for written comments: July 27, 1999
For more information or to submit comments contact:
Division of Governmental Coordination
P.O. Box 110030
240 Main Street, Suite 500
Juneau, AK 99811-0030
Contact: Jen Garland
Phone:465-3177
Fax:465-3075
Email:
Jennifer_Garland@Gov.state.ak.us
Your comments, addressed directly to DGC, are required to preserve your rights
to file a petition under Alaska Statute 46.40.100(b)(1). Individuals with
disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to
participate in this review may contact the number above.
Dated at Juneau on June 24, 1999
3. PUBLIC NOTICES
ACMP Consistency Review, Savoonga Airport ANICS Facility
The following project is proposed in your area and is being reviewed for
consistency with the Alaska Coastal Management Program. Your comments,
particularly on the proposed project's consistency with the affected local
coastal district management program, are requested.
Proposed Project & Location: The project is a Phase II ANICS facility located
at the airport in Savoonga, Alaska. The ANICS is a communication system that
would includes a 4.5 meter antenna and an emergency diesel generator that would
be placed in a 28-foot Radome on top of a loadframe. A 500-gallon above-ground
fuel tank would be located outside the Radome. The facility would be build on
a two-foot deep gravel pad and have a 178-foot long, 9-foot wide gravel access
trail to connect it to an existing automated weather site. The fuel storage
facility and emergency generator would have secondary containment incorporated
as part of the project.
Applicant/Agent: FAA/New Horizons Telecom, Inc.
Project Number:State Id # AK 9906-13AA
Project Name: Savoonga Airport ANICS Facility
Deadline for written comments: July 28, 1999
For More Information or to submit comments contact:
Division of Governmental Coordination
Southcentral Regional Office
3601 C. Street, Suite 370
Anchorage, AK 99503-5930
Contact: Maureen McCrea
Phone:269-7473
Fax:561-6134
Email:
maureen_mccrea@gov.state.ak.us
Your comments, addressed directly to DGC, are required to preserve your rights
to file a petition under Alaska Statute 46.40.100(B)(1). The State Of Alaska,
Division of Governmental Coordination, complies with Title II of the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who may need
auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate in this
review may contact the number above.
Dated at Anchorage, AK on 6/25/99
4. PUBLIC NOTICES
ACMP Consistency Review, Seward Highway Reconstruction MP8 to MP18
The following project is proposed in your area and is being reviewed for
consistency with the Alaska Coastal Management Program and for a right-of-way
by the Department of Natural Resources, Division of Lands. Your comments,
particularly on the proposed project's consistency with the affected local
coastal district management program, are requested.
Proposed Project & Location:
The project is the reconstruction of the Seward Highway from MP 8 to MP 18.
The project involves widening the roadway from 7.3 meters to 10.8 meters with
additional improvements for auxiliary truck climbing lanes, grade separation at
the MP 14 Alaska Railroad Crossing and new drainage structures. Gravel will
come from near by private sources. The new drainage structures include:
Extending the grouse Creek Box Culvert at MP 8.3, by approximately 2.5 meters
on the west side and 3.5 meters on the east side of the highway. Minor stream
changes will be involved at this crossing and in-stream work is planned. There
will be some minor bank work, but in stream work would be minimal beyond the
box culvert extension.
Reduce the existing relocation of a major fork of Grouse Creek at MP 10.7 from
200 m to about 60 m with some minor stream alignment changes.
Remove four 36" culverts at MP 16 (locally referred to as Youth Hostel Creek)
and construct a two twin 3.8 meter by 2.4 meter diameter arch pipe culverts
approximately 28 meters long. The inlet and outlet would be protected with
headwalls buried approximately one meter and Class 1 riprap would be place
approximately 5 meters upstream and downstream of the headwalls.
Construct a 10-meter wide overflow channel on the west side of the highway to
handle floodwaters greater than a Q2 flood. A concrete weir would be formed
into the into the box culvert headwall to maintain Grouse Creek in its present
location
Additional work will entail:
Repaving the turnout at Mile 8.2
Surface the turnout at Mile 10.9
Construct a scenic overlook/reststop in the Snow River Valley at MP 12.5, this
will be on top of excess material excavated during the project
Repave the turnout at Mile 13.2
Replace 48" culvert at MP 9.1 with a fish pipe.
Install a new cross pipe for flow equalization at MP 13.2
Obliterate the existing highway in areas of realignment down to original
ground.
Plant woody vegetation (sprigs and rooted bundles) between the highway and an
earlier stream realignment near M.P.17.
Provide a widened area behind the guardrail so tourist can safely take pictures
at Reflection Lake.
The project is located within lands owned by the State of Alaska in T1N, R1W,
Sec. 1; T2N, R1W, Secs. 24, 25, 36; T2N, R1E, Secs. 6,7,18,19, S.M.
Applicant: Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities
3132 Channel Drive
Juneau, AK 99801
Contact: Bill Ballard -- 907/465-6954
Project Number: State Id # AK 9906-08AA
Project Name: Seward Highway Reconstruction MP 8 to MP 18
DNR Application Number: ADL 227555
Deadline for written comments: July 31, 1999
For more information or to submit comments contact:
Division of Governmental Coordination
Southcentral Regional Office
3601 C. Street, Suite 370
Anchorage, AK 99503-5930
Contact: Jennifer Nolan Wing
Phone: 269-7475
Fax: 561-6134
Email:
Jennifer_Wing@gov.state.ak.us
Your comments, addressed directly to DGC, are required to preserve your rights
to file a petition under Alaska Statute 46.40.100(B)(1). The State Of Alaska,
Division of Governmental Coordination, complies with Title II of the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who may need
auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate in this
review may contact the number above.
The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Lands, reserves the right to
waive technical defects in this notice.
Dated at Anchorage, AK on June 21, 1999
5. PUBLIC NOTICES
ACMP Consistency Review, State Parks Chilkoot Lake Docks
The following project is proposed in your area and is being reviewed for
consistency with the Alaska Coastal Management Program. Your comments,
particularly on the proposed project's consistency with the affected local
coastal district management program, are requested.
Proposed Project & Location: Moorage of 2 20 ft. x 6 ft. docks in Chilkoot
Lake for summer public use.
Applicant/Agent: DNR - Division of Parks/Bill Zack
Project Number:State ID # AK 9906-17JJ
Project Name:State Parks Chilkoot Lake Docks
Deadline for written comments: July 31, 1999
For more information or to submit comments contact:
Division of Governmental Coordination
P.O. Box 110030
240 Main Street, Suite 500
Juneau, AK 99811-0030
Contact: Jen Garland
Phone: 465- 3177
Fax: 465-3075
Email:
Jennifer_Garland@Gov.state.ak.us<CR>/a>]
Your comments, addressed directly to DGC, are required to preserve your rights
to file a petition under Alaska Statute 46.40.100(b)(1). Individuals with
disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to
participate in this review may contact the number above.
Dated at Juneau on June 28, 1999
6. PUBLIC NOTICES
Denali Commission Meeting-7/6/99-Anch
Notice of Public Meeting
Denali Commission
The Commission will hold it's first public meeting from 3 p.m to 6 p.m.
on Tuesday, July 6, 1999, at the Governor's conference room located at
3601 C Street (Room 758) in Anchorage, Alaska. The proposed agenda will
include the mission of the Commission, funding criteria and proposed
projects. Anyone interested in participating by teleconference can call
751-8000 in Anchorage or toll free outside the Anchorage area,
1-877-751-8001. Public comment will be taken between 4-5:30 p.m. For
additional information contact Corrine Eilo, Operations Director of the
Denali Commission, at 907-271-1414.
7. REGULATIONS FILED BY THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
Newly Filed Regulations- Reg. 151, Oct. Supplement
See the attached list of regulations recently filed by the Lieutenant Governor
which will be published in Register 151 of the Alaska Administrative Code
(October supplement).
07/05/1999 Public Safety
PUBLIC SAFETY
1. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Seeking Professional Services -- Software Development
The Department of Public Safety is seeking professional services to provide
supplemental technical expertise and programming support to assist the Division
of Administrative Services, Information Systems Section, in meeting its
software development requirements. Applicants must have expert knowledge of
State and National criminal justice computer systems, including previous
experience in developing software for automated law enforcement and criminal
history records systems. The project scope and performance information is
available from Kathleen L. Mather, Data Processing Manager, Department of
Public Safety, 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507. Responses should be
submitted to the same address and are due by Thursday, July 29 at 3 p.m. Alaska
Daylight Savings Time.
2. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Wanted To Purchase -- Aluminum Boats
The State of Alaska, Department of Public Safety, Division of Fish and Wildlife
Protection, seeks to acquire three (3) new deep "V" aluminum rigid hull boats
equipped with closed cell foam collars. The boat hulls shall be constructed of
1/4 inch 5086 aluminum alloy minimum. The boats shall be fitted with solid
closed cell polyethylene foam collars which are coated with .190" UV stable,
abrasion resistant, polyurethane minimum. These collars shall wrap around the
vessel from bow to stern and provide floatation, stability, and fendering
capability. One boat shall be 21 feet in length and be an open center console
design. The other boats shall be 27 feet in length and be fitted with
fully-enclosed aluminum cabins, small galley structures, and v-berths. These
boats shall be fitted with outboard engines. All potential bidders must have a
minimum of five years experience in the design and construction of vessels of
this type. Bidders must have an available representative capable of correcting
defects or hon
oring warranties in Alaska. If your firm manufactures and/or distributes such
a craft, and can provide local service that you feel meets these requirements,
contact Captain Al Cain, Fish & Wildlife Protection, 5700 East Tudor Road,
Anchorage, AK 99507; phone (907) 269-5589 or fax (907) 269-5616, prior to 3
p.m. on July 20, 1999.
3. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Wanted To Purchase -- Kodiak Enforcement Vessel
The State of Alaska, Department of Public Safety, desires to purchase a new or
existing vessel suitable for patrol use around Kodiak Island. The following
specifications are desirable:
55'to 65' in length
18-knot to 24-knot cruising speed
750-mile minimum crising range
Male and female living quarters and accommodations
6' draft, or shallow draft desirable
Ability to pull and stack 6X6 shellfish or finfish pots
Ability to put a 21' patrol skiff on deck
Twin diesel inboard propulsion engines
Two electrical generators, one 30 KW and one 15 KW, approximate
Deck crane for moving pots and loading supplies
The vessel must be suitable for operations in winter ocean environments around
Kodiak Island and Shelikof Strait. USA construction required. Vessel must be
less than 10 years old or newly constructed. The State desires a vessel in
good condition and current on repairs and maintenance. The State desires
certain sea-keeping characteristics, and vessels meeting these will be given
higher priority for selection. The vessel should present a neat and clean
appearance, having no need of major repairs.
The Department has a budget of $700,000 for the project. This is a first
advertisement to gather information. If you have or can construct a vessel
meeting these specifications and wish to submit a non-binding informational
estimate for review, send vessel surveys, pictures, description or other
information to Captain Al Cain, Alaska Department of Public Safety, 5700 East
Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507; phone (907) 269-5589 or fax (907) 269-5616.
Submit your information before July 20, 1999, for consideration.
07/05/1999 Revenue
REVENUE
1. AGENCY MEETINGS
Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation Audit & Agenda Planning Committee Meetings
Tuesday, July 13, 1999, 2:00 p.m.
Location of Meeting
KPMG Peat Marwick
(6th Floor Conference Room)
601 West 5th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska
The Audit Committee of the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation (APFC) will meet
to discuss the QED status report; real estate issues; KPMG briefing on 1999
financial audit scope; and the scope of the workflow audit. Directly following
the Audit Committee meeting, the Agenda Planning Committee of the APFC will
meet to develop the agenda for the August 13, 1999 Board of Trustees Retreat.
The meeting is open to the public, but does not provide for public testimony.
Agenda times may vary and the Chair may reorder agenda items.
The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation complies with Title II of the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who may need
auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications should contact Sandra
Firestack at 465-2078 or 465-4355 (TTY/TDD) three days prior to meeting.
2. PUBLIC NOTICES
Upcoming Board Member Election For Alaska State Pension Investment Board
An election will be held during 1999 to fill one of the elected seats on the
Alaska State Pension Investment Board. A candidate must be a member of the
Teachers' Retirement System.
The ASPIB has fiduciary responsibility for management and investment of the
state retirement funds, the Supplemental Benefits Program (SBS), and the
Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). The ASPIB consists of two elected members
from the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), two elected members from
the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS), three members appointed by the Governor,
and the Commissioner of the Department of Revenue (DOR). The term of office
for one of the TRS members elected by the TRS membership will expire on
December 31, 1999. The winning candidate will serve a four-year term
commencing January 1, 2000. If the top vote-getters for this seat receive the
same number of votes, there will be a runoff election.
A nomination for a trustee's seat may be made by the Teachers' Retirement Board
or by petition on a form available from the Liaison Officer of the Alaska State
Pension Investment Board, Department of Revenue. A nominating petition must
include:
(1) the nominee's name and address;
(2) a statement of the nominee's willingness to serve;
(3) a narrative biographical sketch not to exceed 150 words; and
(4) the printed names, signatures, and addresses of at least 10 members of the
TRS.
Nominating petitions will be available by May 17, 1999. Nominating petitions
must be completed and returned to Judy Hall at the Alaska State Pension
Investment Board by 4:30 p.m. ADST, July 30, 1999. Members are encouraged to
either hand deliver or send their petitions by certified mail.
Nominating petitions may be obtained by writing or calling:
Alaska State Pension Investment Board
P.O. Box 110405
Juneau, Alaska 99811-0405
Attn: Judy Hall, Liaison Officer
907 465-3749
Nominating petitions should be received by the ASPIB as early as possible so
that nominees will have an opportunity to correct illegible or incomplete
petitions before the July 30, 1999 deadline. Petitions will not be accepted
after the deadline. Corrections will not be accepted after the deadline.
Once the petitions are validated, ballots containing the names of the eligible
candidates, biographical sketches, and voting instructions will be mailed to
all TRS members. Ballots will be mailed on or about September 17, 1999, with
voting deadline/ballot counting on October 22, 1999.
If you are a person with a disability who may need a special accommodation in
order to participate in the process, please contact Judy Hall, Liaison Officer,
at 907 465-3749 no later than July 1, 1999 to make any necessary arrangements.
07/05/1999 Transportation & Public Facilities
TRANSPORTATION & PUBLIC FACILITIES
1. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Cancellation/Geist Rd/Fairbanks Street Signalized Intersection/Loftus Rd
Geist Road/Fairbanks Street Signalized Intersection & Geist Road/Loftus Road
Left Turn Lanes, Project No. HHE-0668(8)/60284. This is to notify bidders that
the solicitation for the referenced project has been cancelled. We anticipate
combining this work with a larger project in the immediate vicinity in the very
near future.
2. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Intent To Award/Richardson Hwy. Mp 308-311 Rehabilitation Project
Richardson Hwy. MP 308-311 Rehabilitation Project No.IM-0A2-2(12)/66440. The
Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised M-B Contracting,
Co., Inc., that on the basis of their bid submitted on June 15, 1999, in the
amount of $1,167,832.63, for the construction of the work of the referenced
project, they have been declared low bidder.
This only constitutes intent to award. A contract will not be in force until
required documentation is fully executed by the department and a Letter of
Award and Notice to Proceed are issued. Work prior to that Notice is
unauthorized and the state will assume no responsibility for the work, the work
site, or any event arising therefrom.
All bidders are advised that they have a right to protest the award of this
contract under Alaska Statutes, Title 36. The Contracting Officer must receive
all protests no later than July 5, 1999. (Final submission date)
3. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Invitation To Bid /Dehumidifiers For The M/V Malaspina/Itb 25S00001M
Invitation to Bid No. 25S00001M. The Department of Transportation and Public
Facilities, Southeast Procurement Office, is soliciting bids for desiccant type
dehumidifiers for the M/V Malaspina. The bid opening due date and time are
July 19, 1999 at 2:00 PM. Copies of this solicitation can be obtained by
contacting Amy Courtney, Procurement Officer, 3132 Channel Drive, Juneau, AK
99801-7898 (phone: 907-465-1766; fax: 907-465-2024; email:
Amy_Courtney@dot.state.ak.us).
4. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Invitation To Bid/Fy99 Seismic Retrofit
Project No. BR-000S(261)/74044. Sealed bids in single copy for furnishing all
Labor, Materials and Equipment, and performing all work on Project No.
BR-000S(261)/74044, FY99 Seismic Retrofit will be received until 2:00 P.M.
prevailing time, July 16, 1999 in the main conference room at 4111 Aviation
Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska.
This project will retrofit nineteen bridges in the region with bearing seat
widening, shear keys, restrainer cables, timber blocking, and bearing
replacement. The Engineer's estimate is between $1,000,000 and $2,500,000.
All work shall be completed by September 1, 2000.
Bid documents are available for inspection at the Department of Transportation
& Public Facilities offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau and purchased
for $50.00 per set, payable to the State of Alaska, from Central Region Plans
Room, 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, 907-269-0408. Select
"Contracting and Procurement" on the Department of Transportation & Public
Facilities web site for additional information (www.dot.state.ak.us).
5. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Invitation To Bid/Lake Aleknagik Scenic Overlook
Sealed bids in single copy for furnishing all Labor, Materials and Equipment,
and performing all work on Project No. TEA-0410(3)/53460 Lake Aleknagik Scenic
Overlook will be received until 2:00 P.M. prevailing time, July 14, 1999 in the
main conference room at 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska.
This federally-funded project consists of developing State Park Facilities near
Aleknagik, Alaska. The project includes paving of existing road and parking
areas, improving an existing caretakers cabin, a boat ramp, sidewalks, stairs,
vaulted toilet, picnic shelter, interpretive kiosks, and other park facilities.
Project completion date is June 30, 2000. The Engineer's Estimate is between
$1,000,000 and $2,500,000.
Bid documents are available for inspection at the Department of Transportation
& Public Facilities offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks,, and Juneau and purchased
for $100.00 per set, payable to the State of Alaska, from Central Region Plans
Room, 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, 907-269-0408. Select
"Contracting and Procurement" on the Department of Transportation & Public
Facilities web site for additional information (www.dot.state.ak.us).
6. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Letter Of Award/Notice To Proceed/Richardson Hwy. Mile 6-14 Rehabilitation
Richardson Hwy. Mile 6-14 Rehabilitation, STP-071-1(61)/67032. The Department
of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Wilder Construction Co.
Inc., that they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required by
the Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and
advised Wilder Construction Co. Inc. has been awarded the contract in the
amount of $1,672,853.58. Contract completion time is 180 calendar days.
7. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Proposal To Enter Into A Boundary Crossing Permit At Skagway Airport
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, State of Alaska,
proposes to execute a boundary crossing permit summarized as follows:
File No.: ADA-50368
Applicant: TEMSCO Helicopters, Inc.
Term: 20 years
Use: Access to airport property from private property
Rate: $650.00 per year
This file is available for inspection during regular business hours, Monday
through Friday, at the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities,
Maintenance and Operations, 6860 Glacier Highway, Juneau, Alaska 99801.
Comments must be submitted in writing to DOT&PF, Leasing and Property
Management, 6860 Glacier Highway, Juneau, Alaska 99801 and must be received at
this office on or before the close of business August 9, 1999. The department
will then determine whether or not to execute the contract.
Persons with a disability who may need special accommodations for information
on this file should contact the Office of the Southeast Regional Director, at
telephone number (907) 465-1763, text telephone (TTY/TDD) (907) 465-4647.
The department reserves the right to correct technical defects in the premises
description, lease term, or the purposes of any lease issued and may reject any
or all applications.
A public hearing regarding this contract will be held, if in the opinion of the
commissioner, a hearing is justified.
8. PUBLIC NOTICES
Public Meeting On Eagle River Road And Eagle River Loop Road Rehabilitation
Project Numbers 53943 and 53936. The Alaska Department of Transportation &
Public Facilities is conducting a Preliminary Design Public Meeting on the
Eagle River Road and Eagle River Loop Road Rehabilitation projects. This
meeting will be held at the Eagle River Municipal Conference Room, Valley River
Center at 11901 Business Boulevard on Thursday, July 15, 1999 from 6:00 p.m. to
8:00 p.m.
The preliminary scope of work for the projects is to increase the width of the
roadways, provide left turn lanes, shoulder widening, vertical sight distance
improvements, and pedestrian facility improvements.
The public meeting will be held in an open house format and participants may
attend at any time during the scheduled hours. Alaska Department of
Transportation & Public Facilities staff will be available to discuss the
projects and take public comment.
Persons wishing to submit written statements for the public record may deliver
them to the Open House Public Meeting or mail them to the following address.
Miriam Tanaka, P.E., Project Manager, Alaska Department of Transportation &
Public Facilities, Preliminary Design Section, P.O. Box 196900, Anchorage,
Alaska 99519-6900.
Comments must be received by 4:00 p.m. on August 27, 1999 to become part of the
official record.
For additional information please contract Miriam Tanaka at (907) 269-0546.
Individuals with hearing impairment can contact Alaska Department of
Transportation & Public Facilities at our Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD)
number, 269-0473. We are able to offer, upon request, reasonable
accommodations for special needs related to other disabilities.
07/05/1999 University of Alaska
UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA
1. COMPETITIVE & OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Advertising for UAF Department of Athletics - RFP No. 99P0023JH
Advertising for the UAF Department of Athletics
Request For Proposals Number 99P0023JH
Notice is hereby given that sealed proposals will be received by the University
of Alaska Fairbanks until 3:00 p.m. local time on July 15, 1999, for
Advertising for the UAF Department of Athletics, Request For Proposals Number
99P0023JH. Copies of the proposal may be obtained from the UAF Purchasing
Office, 3295 College Road, 103 Administrative Services Center, PO Box 757940,
Fairbanks, AK 99775-7940, telephone 907/474-7315.
The University of Alaska reserves the right to reject any or all bids, offers,
or parts thereof it deems necessary, to waive any informality in the bid or
offer received, and to award in the best interest of the University.
06/28/1999 AAJ
062899AAJ
ALASKA ADMINISTRATIVE JOURNAL
OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
ISSUE 26, JUNE 28, 1999
GENERAL INFORMATION
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The Alaska Administrative Journal is an official publication of the State of Alaska,
issued weekly, under the authority granted to the Lieutenant Governor by AS
44.62.175. The State of Alaska, Office of the Lt. Governor, complies with Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This publication is available in alternative
communication formats upon request. For general information regarding the AAJ,
contact the Lt. Governor's Office at (907) 465-3520; Carol Collins. The internet address
is http://www.gov.state.ak.us/ltgov/.
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Executive Orders and Administrative Orders
Executive Orders and Administrative Orders are issued from the Governor's Office only
and are shown under Office of the Governor.
Attorney General Opinions
Computerized access to summaries of Attorney General Opinions is available.
Instruction material can be obtained by calling the Civil Office of the Department of Law
in Juneau at (907) 465-3600. Summaries of recently indexed Attorney General
Opinions are shown under the Department of Law.
Boards and Commissions
A list of the vacancies of boards, commissions and other bodies whose members are
appointed by the governor is included and shown under the Office of the Governor.
New Regulations
A list of new regulations filed by the Lieutenant Governor.
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NOTE: Information for this publication is submitted by state agencies to the Lt.
Governor's Office weekly. The information is compiled alphabetically by agency and
contains the following categories: notices of proposed regulations, agency meetings,
competitive solicitations, public notices, delegations of authority, adopted regulations
changes -text or summary of text, and leases.
THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES HAD NO SUBMISSIONS THIS PUBLICATION:
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Attorney General's Office
Corrections
Education
Environmental Conservation
Military and Veterans' Affairs
Ombudsman
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OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
I.NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None this publication.)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
Alaska State Commission for Human Rights Commission
The Commission held a regular meeting in Fairbanks, AK, on June 23 and 24, 1999.
The agenda included:
Staff and Litigation Reports; Legislation; Budget; and Y2K Issues. Public participation
was taken on June 24.
For additional information please call (800) 478-4692, extension 239. TTY/TDD (800)
478-3177.
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
(None this publication.)
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
Alaska Coastal Management Program
Division of Governmental Coordination (DGC)
The following project is proposed in your area and is being reviewed for consistency
with the Alaska Coastal Management Program and for a right-of-way by the Department
of Natural Resources, Division of Lands. Your comments, particularly on the proposed
project's consistency with the affected local coastal district management program, are
requested.
Proposed Project & Location:
The project is the reconstruction of the Seward Highway from MP 8 to MP 18. The
project involves widening the roadway from 7.3 meters to 10.8 meters with additional
improvements for auxiliary truck climbing lanes, grade separation at the MP 14 Alaska
Railroad Crossing and new drainage structures. Gravel will come from near by private
sources. The new drainage structures include:
Extending the grouse Creek Box Culvert at MP 8.3, by approximately 2.5 meters on the
west side and 3.5 meters on the east side of the highway. Minor stream changes will be
involved at this crossing and in-stream work is planned. There will be some minor bank
work, but in stream work would be minimal beyond the box culvert extension.
Reduce the existing relocation of a major fork of Grouse Creek at MP 10.7 from 200 m
to about 60 m with some minor stream alignment changes.
Remove four 36" culverts at MP 16 (locally referred to as Youth Hostel Creek) and
construct a two twin 3.8 meter by 2.4 meter diameter arch pipe culverts approximately
28 meters long. The inlet and outlet would be protected with headwalls buried
approximately one meter and Class 1 riprap would be place approximately 5 meters
upstream and downstream of the headwalls.
Construct a 10-meter wide overflow channel on the west side of the highway to handle
floodwaters greater than a Q2 flood. A concrete weir would be formed into the into the
box culvert headwall to maintain Grouse Creek in its present location
Additional work will entail:
Repaving the turnout at Mile 8.2
Surface the turnout at Mile 10.9
Construct a scenic overlook/reststop in the Snow River Valley at MP 12.5, this will be on
top of excess material excavated during the project
Repave the turnout at Mile 13.2
Replace 48" culvert at MP 9.1 with a fish pipe.
Install a new cross pipe for flow equalization at MP 13.2
Obliterate the existing highway in areas of realignment down to original ground.
Plant woody vegetation (sprigs and rooted bundles) between the highway and an earlier
stream realignment near M.P.17.
Provide a widened area behind the guardrail so tourist can safely take pictures at
Reflection Lake.
The project is located within lands owned by the State of Alaska in T1N, R1W, Sec. 1;
T2N, R1W, Secs. 24, 25, 36; T2N, R1E, Secs. 6,7,18,19, S.M.
Applicant: Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities
3132 Channel Drive
Juneau, AK 99801
Contact: Bill Ballard -- 907/465-6954
Project Number: State Id # AK 9906-08AA
Project Name: Seward Highway Reconstruction MP 8 to MP 18
DNR Application Number: ADL 227555
Deadline for written comments: July 31, 1999
For more information or to submit comments contact:
Division of Governmental Coordination
Southcentral Regional Office
3601 C. Street, Suite 370
Anchorage, AK 99503-5930
Contact:Jennifer Nolan Wing
Phone:269-7475
Fax:561-6134
Email:Jennifer_Wing@gov.state.ak.us
Your comments, addressed directly to DGC, are required to preserve your rights to file
a petition under Alaska Statute 46.40.100(B)(1). The Department of Natural Resources,
Division of Lands, reserves the right to waive technical defects in this notice.
Dated at Anchorage, AK on June 21, 1999
Alaska Coastal Management Program
Division of Governmental Coordination (DGC)
The following projects are proposed in your area and are being reviewed for
consistency with the Alaska Coastal Management Program. Your comments,
particularly on the proposed projects' consistency with the affected local coastal district
management program, are requested.
Proposed Project & Location: Clam farm in Chugachik Channel, Kachemak Bay
Applicant/Agent:Douglas A. Meeker
Project Number:State Id # AK 9906-05AA
Project Name:Chugachik Channel Clam Farm
Deadline for written comments: 9/13/99
For More Information or to submit comments contact:
Division of Governmental Coordination
Southcentral Regional Office
3601 C. Street, Suite 370
Anchorage, AK 99503-5930
Contact:Tom Atkinson
Phone:269-7474
Fax:561-6134
Email:tom_atkinson@gov.state.ak.us
Your comments, addressed directly to DGC, are required to preserve your rights to file
a petition under Alaska Statute 46.40.100(B)(1).
Alaska Coastal Management Program
Division of Governmental Coordination (DGC)
The following project is proposed in your area and is being reviewed for consistency
with the Alaska Coastal Management Program. Your comments, particularly on the
proposed project's consistency with the affected local coastal district management
program, are requested.
Proposed Project & Location:
Timing extension for gravel mining for additional 10 years from existing mining area,
including a new 2.64-acre area on the northwest end of the pond (the Switzer Creek
side). The site is the S&S pit adjacent to Egan Drive, at 6 mile, between Lemon Creek
and Switzer Creek. A restoration plan is also proposed: fill the pond with construction
overburden, etc., and leave a small pond. The filled area would be filled to original
contours, vegetated, and subject to salt water flooding. The state's review, which was
suspended to gain additional information, is being restarted.
Applicant/Agent:S & S Development
Project Number:State ID # AK9705-08JJ
Project Name:Gastineau Channel 302 Modification
Deadline for written comments: 6/28/99
For more information or to submit comments contact:
Division of Governmental Coordination
P.O. Box 110030
240 Main Street, Suite 500
Juneau, AK 99811-0030
Contact: Lorraine Marshall
Phone: 465-8790
Fax: 465-3075
Email: lorraine_marshall@gov.state.ak.us
Your comments, addressed directly to DGC, are required to preserve your rights to file
a petition under Alaska Statute 46.40.100(b)(1).
The State of Alaska, Division of Governmental Coordination, complies with Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who may need
auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate in these reviews may
contact the numbers above.
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication.)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this publication.)
VII.LEASES
(None this publication.)
VIII.EXECUTIVE ORDERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE ORDERS
(None this publication.)
For the current Boards and Commissions list for 06/28/1999 go to
http://www.gov.state.ak.us/ltgov/aj/bc062899.html
06/28/1999 DOA
062899DOA
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
I.NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None this publication.)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
Notice is given that the Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission will meet at 9:00 a.m.
on July 1, 1999, at 3001 Porcupine Drive, Anchorage, Alaska. The purpose of the meeting
will be to determine regulatory cost charges for the state fiscal year that begins July 1, 1999,
to be collected from operators of wells, and otherwise to deal with implementation of HCS
CSSB 134(FIN).
If you are a person with a disability who may need a special accommodation to attend this
meeting, please contact Diana Fleck at (907) 793-1221 no later than June 25, 1999, to
ensure that any necessary accommodation will be provided.
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Invitation to Bids
Division of General Services, Anchorage office
Telephone (907) 269-0303
(None this publication.)
Invitation to Bids
Division of General Services, Juneau Office
Telephone (907) 465-2250
Invitation to Bid
Bid No. 2163
Purchasing Agent Tom Erickson. Opening date July 12, 1999, @ 1:30 p.m.
Purchase and delivery of various fuels on an as needed basis into state fuel tanks or
drums in the Nome, Alaska region.
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
(None this publication.)
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication.)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT.
(None this publication.)
VII.LEASES
(None this publication.)
06/28/1999 DCED
062899DCED
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
I. NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None this publication)
II. AGENCY MEETINGS
The ALASKA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION gives notice that the public meeting
originally scheduled for June 23, 1999 has been canceled. The Commission's next
regularly scheduled public meeting will be held July 14, 1999.
Please note that the Board of Directors of the Alaska Industrial Development and
Export Authority will hold a meeting beginning at 10:00 a.m. on June 23, 1999. The
Board will convene as the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority and
continue in session until adjournment. An agenda for the meeting is available by
contacting the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority at (907) 269-3000.
These meeting will be conducted by electronic media pursuant to AS 44.88.050(a) and
AS 44.62.310 at the following location:
Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority, Board Room, 480 West Tudor
Road, Anchorage, Alaska.
The public is invited to attend. The State of Alaska (AIDEA) complies with Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons requiring special
modifications to participate should contact AIDEA staff at (907) 269-3000 to make
special arrangements.
D. Randy Simmons, Executive Director
III. COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
(None this publication)
IV. PUBLIC NOTICES
THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, DIVISION
OF OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING, HEREBY ANNOUNCES THE FORTHCOMING
MEETINGS AND EXAMINATIONS.
MEETINGS (board, telephone, location, date(s), time(s):
ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS, (907) 465-2540, Frontier
Building, 3601 C Street, Anchorage, AK, 8/19/99 9:00 a.m.; 8/20/99 8:00 a.m. COMITY
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications and all supporting documents for architect,
engineer, and land surveyor comity applicants must be received in the Juneau office no
later than 8/9/99 for consideration at the 8/19-20/99 board meeting.
CHIROPRACTIC, (907) 465-2589, Centennial Hall Hammond Room, 101 Egan Dr.,
Juneau, AK, 8/21-22/99, 9:00 am.
DIRECT-ENTRY MIDWIVES, 465-2580, Frontier Building, 3601 C Street Suite 336,
Anchorage, AK, 8/26-27/99, 9:00 a.m.
MEDICAL, (907) 465-2541, 8/5-6/99, SEARHC Mt Edgecumbe Hospital, Directors'
Conference Room (check lobby directory), 222 Tongass Dr., Sitka, AK, 9:00 a.m.
PSYCHOLOGY, (907) 465-3811, Frontier Building, Suite 700, Anchorage, AK, 9/1-2/99,
9:00 a.m.
PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY, (907) 465-2580, Fairbanks Regional Office Building, 675
7th Ave. Station H, Fairbanks, AK, 7/29/99 9:00a.m.; 7/30/99 8:00 a.m.
EXAMINATIONS (Board, Telephone, Location, Exam Date(s), Application Deadline
Dates)
ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS, 465-2540, Anchorage,
Juneau, Fairbanks. PE AND PLS: 10/29/99, applications must be received in Juneau
office no later than 8/2/99; Retake requests and fees must be received in Juneau
office no later than 9/17/99. FE AND FLS: 10/30/99, applications must be received in
Juneau office no later than 8/2/99; Retake requests and fees must be received in
Juneau office no later than 9/17/99. A.R.E., Anchorage Only: Comity applications and
all supporting documents must be received in Juneau office no later than 8/ 9/99 for
consideration at the 8/19-20/99 board meeting.
BARBERS AND HAIRDRESSERS, (907) 465-2547, Anchorage and other locations
determined necessary. 8/29-30/99, application deadline 7/30/99.
BIG GAME GUIDES AND TRANSPORTERS, (907) 465-2543, Anchorage and Juneau,
Game Management examination 9/28/99. Game Management Unit exam application
deadline 7/30/99.
CERTIFIED REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS, (907) 465-2542, ASI Examination. Please
call ASI at 800-274-7488 for up-to-date information regarding testing sites, dates, and
examination packages. ANCHORAGE: Every Saturday, except holidays.
FAIRBANKS: First Saturday of every month, except holidays. JUNEAU: Quarterly;
8/7/99, and 11/6/99. SEATTLE/BELLEVUE: Every Tuesday through Saturday, except
holidays.
DENTAL, (907) 465-2542, WREB Examinations. Dental Hygienists, Anesthesia and/or
Restorative Examinations. Please contact WREB at (602) 944-3315 for up-to-date
information regarding testing sites, dates,
and examination packages.
MARINE PILOTS, (907) 465-2548, Anchorage, 10/27/98, application deadline 8/30/99.
NURSE AIDE REGISTRY, (907) 269-8169. Examinations are scheduled in Anchorage,
Fairbanks, and Juneau on a monthly basis, but are available to be administered at
other examination sites upon request. Completed examination applications must be
received in the Anchorage office at least two weeks prior to the examination date.
ANCHORAGE: Providence Hospital-West Auditorium, 8/28/99, application deadline
8/14/99. FAIRBANKS: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, 9/1/99, application deadline
8/18/99. JUNEAU: State Office Building. 9/1/99, application deadline 8/18/99.
NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATOR, (907) 465-2695, Juneau and Anchorage,
10/14/99, application deadline 8/27/99.
PHYSICAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, (907) 465-3811, no set dates.
The Physical Therapist and Physical Therapy Assistant examination is offered by
computer. To sit for the examination, applicants must be approved by the board. Upon
approval, further instructions regarding scheduling will be provide.
PSYCHOLOGY, (907) 465-3811, Anchorage, 10/13/99, application deadline 8/16/99.
REAL ESTATE COMMISSION, (907) 269-8197. There is NO WALK IN TESTING.
Reservations must be made at least three working days before the exam. Call 1-800-
274-5992 for examination appointment at test centers. Request for petition testing for
any other location (other than locations listed below) must be made to the Real Estate
Commission office at least 45 days in advance of the exam. ANCHORAGE:
Anchorage ASI Center (located at 2213 East Tudor Road, Suite 5) Tuesday through
Friday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. FAIRBANKS: Fairbanks
ASI Center (located at Eagle Plaza Mall 418 3rd Ave. #18) every Saturday. JUNEAU:
Tests are given the first Saturday of May, August and November at the Baranof Hotel.
SOCIAL WORK, (907) 465-2551, no set dates, Anchorage. The Clinical Social Work
examination is offered by computer in Anchorage. To sit for the examination,
applicants must be approved by the board. Upon approval, further instructions
regarding scheduling will be provided.
UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK WORKERS, (907) 465-5470. There is NO WALK
IN TESTING. Reservations must be made at least three working days before the exam.
Call 1-800-275-8301 to make examination reservations. Call (907) 465-5470 for
statutes and regulations needed for the examination. ANCHORAGE: Every Friday and
Saturday except holidays. Friday exams are offered at 6:00 p.m. only. Saturday exams
are at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. FAIRBANKS: 7/24/99, deadline 7/21/99; 8/14/99,
deadline 8/11/99; 8/28/99, deadline 8/25/99; JUNEAU: 8/7/99, deadline 8/4/99.
ISOLATED/REMOTE COMMUNITES: Please contact the division no later than 45
days from the day you wish to test and the division will make every reasonable attempt
to comply with your request.
This list may not included meetings previously published. If you are interested in a
specific board, please call the number listed for that profession. E-mail requests for
exam applications may be made to: license@commerce.state.ak.us
Applications and exam information are also available at: Division of Occupational
Licensing, 9th Floor State Office Building, PO 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-0806, (907)
465-2534. Division of Occupational Licensing, 3601 C Street, Suite 722, Anchorage,
AK 99503-5934, (907) 269-8160.
Individuals or groups of people with disabilities who require special accommodations,
auxiliary aids or service, or alternative communication formats, call Barbara Gabier,
(907) 465-2572, or TDD (907) 465-5437. Please provide advance notice in order for
the Department of Commerce and Economic Development to accommodate your
needs.
V. DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication)
VI. ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES- TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this publication)
VII. LEASES
(None this publication)
06/28/1999 CRA
062899CRA
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND REGIONAL AFFAIRS
I.NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None in this publication)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
(None in this publication)
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICATIONS
Invitation to Bid
DOE-99-G-072
Noorvik BFU Freight: Anchorage to Noorvik
For the Noorvik Native Community
The State of Alaska, Department of Community and Regional Affairs, Division of Energy,
on behalf of the Noorvik Native Community is requesting bids from firms interested in
shipping freight for the Noorvik Bulk Fuel Upgrade Project from Anchorage to Noorvik.
Freight items include ten bulk fuel tanks totaling approximately 210,000 gallons, as well as
piping and other miscellaneous freight.
Bid documents are available during normal working hours beginning June 22, 1999 at the
following address: Division of Energy, 333 West 4th Avenue, Suite 220, Anchorage, AK
99501-2341, Phone (907) 269-4691, Fax (907) 269-4645, Attn: Ms. Mary Judd.
Bids must be received by the Division of Energy at the above address not later than 2:00
p.m., Anchorage time on June 28, 1999. Late bids will not be accepted.
The State of Alaska complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Individuals
with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services, and/or special modifications to
respond to this Invitation to Bid should contact Ms. Mary Judd at 269-4691, or 269-4555
TTY, or 1-800-930-4555 no later than June 25, 1999 to make the necessary arrangements.
IV. PUBLIC NOTICES
AMENDED Public Notice
Petition to Annex Territory to the
City of Newhalen
Due to an inadvertent error on the part of the Bristol BayTimes in publishing the original
notice, this amended notice is required.
A petition for annexation of 351.5 square miles to the City of Newhalen has been filed
with the Alaska Local Boundary Commission (LBC). The petition was initiated by voters
residing within the City of Newhalen and in the territory proposed for annexation.
A detailed map and description of the area proposed for annexation are provided in the
petition. The petition is available for public review Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to
1:00 p.m. at the Newhalen City Offices (telephone: (907) 571-1226). The Petitioners'
Representative, Jerry Armstrong, (telephone 907-571-1586) will accommodate requests
to review the petition at reasonable times in the evening and on weekend days.
Responsive briefs supporting or opposing the annexation proposal may be filed in
accordance with 19 AAC 10.480. Criteria governing annexation to cities are found in 19
AAC 10.090 - 19 AAC 10.150. Other laws relating to the merits of city annexation
include Article X, 1 and 5 of Alaska's constitution. Laws governing annexation are
available for review at the City of Newhalen's office.
To be considered, responsive briefs and written comments must be received no later
than 5:00 p.m., July 2, 1999, by the LBC at 333 West 4th Avenue, Suite 220,
Anchorage, AK 99501-2341 [fax: (907) 269-4539 or (907) 269-4520]. Questions and
requests for additional information concerning the annexation proposal may be directed
to LBC staff at the address, fax numbers and telephone number listed. LBC staff may
also be contacted by telephone and e-mail as follows:
Telephone: 907-269-4557
e-mail: gkane@comregaf.state.ak.us
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this publication)
VIII.LEASES
(None in this publication)
06/28/1999 FG
062899FG
DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME
I.NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
The Alaska Board of Fisheries adopted regulations pertaining to sport and personal use
fishing at its March 18-28, 1999 meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, under the authority of
AS 16.05.251 and after compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act (AS 44.62),
specifically including notice under AS 44.62.190 and 44.62.200 and opportunity for
public comment under AS 44.62.210.
This action is not expected to require an increased appropriation.
On the record, in considering public comments, the Alaska Board of Fisheries paid
special attention to the cost to private persons of the regulatory action being taken.
The regulation changes described in this order take effect on the 30th day after they
have been filed by the lieutenant governor, as provided in AS 44.62.180.
/s/Robert Bosworth, Deputy Commissioner; June 18, 1999
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
(None this publication)
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
(None this publication)
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
(None this publication)
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this publication)
VII.LEASES
(None this publication)
06/28/1999 DHSS
062899DHSS
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
I.NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None this publication.)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
(None this publication.)
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
The State of Alaska, Department of Health and Social Services, The Division of Public
Health, has prepared an application for block grant funding to provide maternal and child
health services under Title V of the Social Security Act (42 USC Chapter 7). This
application is for federal fiscal year 2000. Copies of the Title V Block Grant application
will be available beginning June 23, 1999, from: Claudia Shanley, Admin/Fiscal Unit
Manager, 1231, Gambell Street, Anchorage, AK 99501-4627, Phone: (907) 269-3408;
Fax: (907) 269-3414, TDD: (907) 465-3196. Written comments will be accepted through
5 p.m., July 14, 1999 at the above address. If you are a person with a disability who may
need special accommodation in order to comment on the proposed application, please
contact Sandy Skaggs by June 30, 1999 to make any necessary arrangements.
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
(None this publication.)
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication.)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS TEXT OR SUMMARY OF
(None this publication.)
VII.LEASES
(None this publication.)
06/28/1999 DOL
062899DOL
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
I.NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None This Publication.)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
(None This Publication.)
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
(None This Publication.)
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
(None This Publication.)
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None This Publication.)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES-TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
As required under AS 44.62.245, the Department of Labor gives notice of the following
amended versions of material in 29 CFR 1910.
29 CFR 1910.6 - 29 CFR 1910.126, dipping and coating operations (dip tanks).
The department has adopted these amended federal standards by reference under 8
AAC 61.1010. The amended standards will take effect in the state on June 21, 1999.
Copies of the above materials can be obtained from any Department of Labor,
Occupational Safety and Health office or you may contact:
Karim Schultz, Administrative Assistant
Alaska Department of Labor
Labor Standards and Safety Division
Occupational Safety and Health
1111 W. 8th Street, Suite 304
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 465-6005
/s/ Commissioner of Labor Ed Flanagan, June 17, 1999
VII.LEASES
(None This Publication.)
06/28/1999 DNR
062899DNR
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
I.NOTICE OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
Proposal to amend regulations in Title 11 of the AAC, dealing with forest practices in
Region 1
Notice is given that the Department of Natural Resources, under the authority of AS
38.05.020, AS 41.17.055, and AS 41.17.080, proposes to amend regulations in Title 11
of the Alaska Administrative Code, dealing with forest practices in Region I. These
amendments implement and interpret AS 41.17.010, .087, .090, .098, .115, .116, .118,
and .119 as follows.
(1) 11 AAC 95.220(a), Detailed Plan of Operations, is proposed to be amended as
follows:
This regulation lists the information that a forest operator must submit to the state
forester in a Detailed Plan of Operations before beginning operations. The proposed
amendment would specify what information must be submitted with any requests for
variation from the riparian buffer standards under AS 41.17.087. It would also require
that the Detailed Plan of Operations list the amount of new road construction projected
for each proposed operation.
(2) 11 AAC 95.235, Variation Procedures, is proposed to be amended to add a new
subsection (d) as follows:
This regulation sets the procedures for reviewing a variation request to harvest timber in
a riparian buffer under AS 41.17.087. The proposed amendment adds a new
consideration to these procedures. It would direct the state forester to consider the
impact of the proposed harvest on non-merchantable trees within the riparian area. It
would also allow the state forester to stipulate that a variation harvest protect non-
merchantable trees that are needed maintain fish habitat and water quality.
(3) 11 AAC 95.240, Variation from Requirements in Areas Adjoining a Small
Streamside Zone in Region I, is proposed to be amended as follows:
This regulation allows the Department of Natural Resources to grant a general variation
for timber harvest in small streamside zones on private land in Region I. The current
definition is based on stream width at normal channel flow. The proposed definition is
based on stream width at ordinary high water. The new definition does not significantly
change the width of qualifying streams, but simplifies the measurement method and
makes it consistent with other measurement procedures under the Forest Resources
and Practices Act.
The amendment would also clarify the procedures for determining how many trees may
be removed under a general variation for a small streamside zone. It incorporates
procedures that are currently used in the field.
(4) 11 AAC 95.265, Classification of Surface Water Bodies, is proposed to be
amended as follows:
Under 11 AAC 95.265(g), operators in Region I, may presume that certain conditions
will block passage by anadromous fish. The current regulation defines a blockage as a
stream reach of 200' or greater that has an average gradient greater than eight percent.
However, this criteria is not reliable for the diverse anadromous species in coastal
Alaska. The proposed amendment tailors the blockage criteria to the individual species
and life stages of anadromous fish found in coastal Alaska. The proposed criteria are
based on fall height, jump pool depth, and stream gradient.
(5) 11 AAC 95.275(a), Uses within a Riparian Area, is proposed to be amended as
follows.
This regulation lists activities that can occur in a riparian area without a variation. The
proposed amendment would delete removal of downed trees from this list. A variation
would be required for removal of downed trees.
(6) 11 AAC 95.280, Slope Stability Standards in a Riparian Area, is proposed to be
amended as follows.
Under subsection (a) of this regulation, specific slope stability standards apply to certain
riparian areas. This amendment would broaden the area to which these slope stability
standards apply in Region I. On private land, it would widen the zone on Type A, Type
B, and Type C water bodies, and add a zone along Type D water bodies. On state and
other public land, it would add slope stability standards on tributaries to buffered
streams.
The proposed amendment would delete the purposes for the slope stability standards
from subsection (d) of this regulation.
Subsection (d)(2) requires operators to leave some timber in certain riparian areas that
are not covered by buffers. The amendment strengthens this standard and applies it to
the riparian area of small tributaries to anadromous streams that do not have other tree
retention requirements under the Forest Resources and Practices Act.
(7) 11 AAC 95.810, Measurement of Distances, is proposed to be amended as follows.
Subsection (3) of this regulation specifies the procedures for measuring the width of a
stream at normal channel flow. The proposed changes in 11 AAC 95.240 (above)
eliminate the need for this subsection since measurements will now be at ordinary high
water rather than normal channel flow. Therefore, this amendment deletes subsection
(3).
(8) 11 AAC 95.840, Definitions, is proposed to be amended as follows.
The proposed amendment would add a definition for "ordinary high water mark". The
current regulations cross-reference a definition in a different group of regulations. To
make it easier to find the definition for forest practices, the text of the definitions would
now be included in the forest practices regulations. The proposed amendment would
also clarify the definition of "ordinary high water mark" for tidal waters.
The proposed amendment also adds a definition for "fall" because the proposed
changes in the definition of presumed blockage to fish passage (see 11 AAC 95.265
above) are based in part on fall heights.
The proposed regulations are the culmination of a three-year process to review the
standards for forest practices in Region I. A science and technical committee reviewed
existing standards and made a number of recommendations for changes. The
recommendations were adopted by the Board of Forestry and proposed as statutory
and regulatory changes. The statutory changes were passed by the legislature as
Senate Bill 12 during the 1999 session, and signed into law by Governor Knowles. The
bill went into effect on June 17, 1999. The regulatory changes support the changes in
the statute.
Notice is also given that any person interested may present written comments relevant
to the proposed action, including the potential costs to private persons of complying
with the proposed action, by writing to Marty Welbourn, Deputy Director of Operations,
DNR Division of Forestry, 3601 C Street, Anchorage, Alaska 99503-5937 (fax 907-561-
6659). Comments must be received in writing by July 23, 1999.
If you are a person with a disability who may need a special modification in order to
participate in the process on the proposed regulations, please contact Marty Welbourn
at the number above before July 14, 1999 to make necessary arrangements.
These actions are not expected to require an increased appropriation.
Copies of the proposed regulations may be obtained by writing or calling: DNR Public
Information Center, 3601 C Street, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK 99503-5929, (907) 269-
8400.
After the close of the comment period, The Department of Natural Resources will either
adopt these or other proposals dealing with the same subject without further notice, or
decide to take no action on them. The language of the final regulations may vary from
that of the proposed regulations. You should comment during the time allowed if your
interests could be affected.
ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS NOTICE INFORMATION (AS 44.62.190(d))
1. Adopting agency: Department of Natural Resources
2.General subject of regulations: Forest practices standards for Region 1
(Coastal Alaska).
3. Citation of regulations: 11 AAC 95.220, 11 AAC 95.235, 11 AAC 95.240, 11
AAC 95.265, 11 AAC 95.275, 11 AAC 95.280, 11
AAC 95.810, 11 AAC 95.840
4.Reason for the proposed action:
( ) compliance with federal law
(X) compliance with new or changed statute
( ) compliance with court order
(X) development of program standards
( ) other:
5.Program component and BRU affected: Resource Development BRU, Forest
Management and Development component
6.Cost of implementation to the state agency and available funding (in thousands
of dollars)
Initial YearSubsequent
FY 99Years
Cost$ 0 $ 0
General fund$ 0 $ 0
Federal fund$ 0 $ 0
Other funds (specify)$ 0 $ 0
7.Contact person for the regulations:
Martha Welbourn
Forest Resources Program Chief
DNR Division of Forestry
3601 C Street, Suite 1034
Anchorage, AK 99503
907-269-8473
8.Origin of proposed action:
X staff of state agency
federal government
general public
petition for regulation change
X other (please list) Board of Forestry
9.Date:Prepared by:Martha Welbourn
Resources Program Manager, DNR Division of Forestry (907) 269-
8473
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
The Alaska State Parks Office of Boating Safety announces a meeting of the Alaska
Boating Safety Advisory Council on July 27, 1999, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the
Westcoast International Inn, 3333 W. International Airport Rd., Anchorage, AK, in the
Prospect Room. This meeting is open to the public.
For more information contact:
Alaska State Parks
Office of Boating Safety
3601 "C" St. #1280
Anchorage, AK 99503-5921
e-mail: beckyk@dnr.state.ak.us
(907) 269-8706
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Greenhouse Materials & Water Tanks Sale#0699
The ARLF is soliciting competitive sealed bids for purchase of greenhouse materials and
three 10,000-gallon galvanized water tanks located in Ketchikan. The items are being sold
"AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO IMPLIED WARRANTY OF CONDITION WHATSOEVER."
Bid forms and information are available at the Division of Agriculture, 1800 Glenn Hwy.,
Suite 12, Palmer, AK 99645, phone (907) 745-7200. Bids must be received at the Division
of Agriculture Palmer Office no later than 4:30 PM July 19, 1999.
The Department reserves the right to correct technical defects in the property descriptions,
sale terms, or purposes of any sale issued; adjourn, modify, vacate in whole or in part, or
cancel this sale; and may reject any or all bids submitted. This disposal is governed by 11
AAC 39.700-.790. Individuals with disabilities who may need special services to participate
in this sale should call (907) 745-7200 or TDD 762-2478 no later than July 2, 1999 to make
necessary arrangements.
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
Proposed Land Use Plan and Classification
C-SE-99-002
Decision to Issue a Tideland Lease
ADL 106062
In accordance with AS 38.04.065 and 11 AAC 55, the Division of Land gives notice that it has
drafted a site specific land use plan and proposes a classification of Wildlife Habitat/Public
Recreation/Waterfront Development for approximately 340 acres of state tide and
submerged land within the Wrangell Narrows. The area is near Papkes Landing within
Section 13, 14 & 15, Township 60 South, Range 79 East, Copper River Meridian.
The Division of Land also gives notice of a finding and decision under AS 38.05.035(e) to
issue a 55 year tideland lease to Clarence Whittle d.b.a. Rocky Point Resort for the purpose
of maintaining an existing dock to moor charter boats in support of a lodge. The proposed
lease parcel is located in Wrangell Narrows, within Section 14, Township 60 South, Range
79 East, Copper River Meridian.
The public is invited to comment on the site specific plan and proposed classification as well
as the preliminary decision to issue this tideland lease. Copies of both documents are
available from the Division of Land, 400 Willoughby Avenue, Suite 400, Juneau, AK 99801.
Any comments on the site-specific plan or preliminary decision must be received in writing
by the Division of Land at the address above by July 26, 1999 in order to ensure
consideration. Please include your mailing address and telephone number to ensure
receiving a copy of the final finding. The preliminary decision sets out the schedule for the
final finding as well as the appeal process. Pursuant to AS 38.05.035(I)-(j), to be eligible to
appeal, a person must comment during the comment period. If you have any questions,
please contact Bob Palmer at 465-3432.
If public comment in response to this notice indicates the need for significant changes in the
site-specific plan of decision, additional public notice will be given on or about August 5,
1999. If no significant change is required, the site specific plan will be adopted and the
preliminary decision will become final. A copy of the final decision will be sent to any person
who comments on the preliminary decision.
The Division of Land reserves the right to waive technical defects in this publication.
Ron Schonenbach, Acting Regional Manager, Department of Natural Resources,
Division of Land, Southeast Regional Office, 400 Willoughby Avenue, Suite 400,
Juneau, AK 99801.
Quit claim Three (3) Parcels of Land
Pursuant to AS 38.05.020(b)(2), AS 38.05.035(b)(9), 11 AAC 67.930 and other relevant
regulations the Division of Land proposes to quitclaim three (3) parcels of land to the
United States of America allegedly conveyed to the State in error. The public is invited to
submit written comments that must be received at the address above before 4:00 p.m. July
16, 1999. An affected person must comment in order to appeal the Final Decision,
scheduled for July 23, 1999.
The parcels are Native allotment reconveyances for:
Gilbert Ketzler, ADL 226730, (BLM Serial Number F-15561, Parcel B).
Section 25, Township 3 South, Range 6 West, Fairbanks Meridian.
Patent No. 1220532 under GS 21 (BLM serial number F-024583)
Alaska State Land Survey (ASLS) No. 92-188, Containing 69.98 acres, as shown
on the plat of survey accepted on June 26, 1995.
Clarence Smelcer, Sr., ADL 414684 (BLM Serial Number F-17456, Parcel B).
Section 20, Township 2 North, Range 6 West, Fairbanks Meridian.
Tentative Approval given on October 25, 1975, under GS 454 (F-26827)
Lot 2 of U.S. Survey 10028, Alaska, containing 39.99 acres more or less,
according to the survey plat accepted by the United States Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Land
Management, in Anchorage, Alaska, on December 28, 1992 and officially filed
on January 19, 1993.
Nancy Patton (Sherman), ADL 226539, (BLM Serial Number F-15610).
Section 1, Township 7 North, Range 16 West, Kateel River Meridian.
Tentative Approval given on July 16, 1987, under GS 2287 (F-21017).
That portion of Lot 2, U.S. Survey No. 10391, Alaska, lying within Section 1,
Township 7 North, Range 16 West, Kateel River Meridian. Containing
approximately 40 acres, according to the survey plat accepted by the United
States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, in Anchorage,
Alaska, on August 2, 1990, and officially filed on August 27, 1990.
Copies of the written findings and any other information on these actions may be
obtained by writing the Realty Services Section at the above address, or from Ron
Hunt, Natural Resource Officer, at (907) 269-8574, or via the Internet at the following
addresses:
www.dnr.state.ak.us/land/publicnote.htm
notes.state.ak.us/pn/pubnotic.nsf
The Division reserves the right to waive technical defects in this notice.
CAROL L. SHOBE, Chief
Realty Services Section
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this Publication)
VI. ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this Publication)
Vll.LEASES
(None this Publication)
06/28/1999 DPS
062899DPS
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
I. NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None this publication)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
(None this publication)
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Wanted to Purchase
Kodiak Enforcement Vessel
The State of Alaska, Department of Public Safety, desires to purchase a new or existing
vessel suitable for patrol use around Kodiak Island. The following specifications are
desirable:
- 55' to 65' in length
- 18-knot to 24-knot cruising speed
- 750-mile minimum cruising range
- Male and female living quarters and accommodations
- 6' draft, or shallow draft
- Ability to pull and stack 6 X 6 shellfish or finfish pots
- Ability to put a 21' patrol skiff on deck
- Twin diesel inboard propulsion engines
- Two electrical generators, one 30 KW and one 15 KW, approximate
- Deck crane for moving pots and loading supplies.
The vessel must be suitable for operations in winter ocean environments around Kodiak
Island and Shelikof Strait. USA construction required. Vessel must be less than 10
years old or newly constructed. The State desires a vessel in good condition and
current on repairs and maintenance. The State desires certain sea-keeping
characteristics; vessels meeting these will be given higher priority for selection. The
vessel should present a neat and clean appearance, having no need of major repairs.
The Department has a budget of $700,000 for the project. This is a first advertisement
to gather information. If you have or can construct a vessel meeting these
specifications and wish to submit a non-binding informational estimate for review, send
vessel surveys, pictures, description or other information to Captain Al Cain, Alaska
Department of Public Safety, 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507; phone
(907) 269-5589 or fax (907) 269-5616. Submit your information before July 20, 1999,
for consideration.
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
(None this publication)
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this publication)
VII.LEASES
(None this publication)
06/28/1999 DOR
062899DOR
DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
I. NOTICE OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None this publication)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
(None this publication)
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
(None this publication)
IV.PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF UPCOMING ELECTION
ALASKA STATE PENSION INVESTMENT BOARD (ASPIB)
BOARD MEMBER ELECTION
An election will be held during 1999 to fill one of the elected seats on the Alaska State
Pension Investment Board. A candidate must be a member of the Teachers' Retirement
System.
The ASPIB has fiduciary responsibility for management and investment of the state
retirement funds, the Supplemental Benefits Program (SBS), and the Deferred
Compensation Program (DCP). The ASPIB consists of two elected members from the
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), two elected members from the Teachers'
Retirement System (TRS), three members appointed by the Governor, and the
Commissioner of the Department of Revenue (DOR). The term of office for one of the
TRS members elected by the TRS membership will expire on December 31, 1999. The
winning candidate will serve a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000. If the top
vote-getters for this seat receive the same number of votes, there will be a runoff election.
A nomination for a trustee's seat may be made by the Teachers' Retirement Board or by
petition on a form available from the Liaison Officer of the Alaska State Pension
Investment Board, Department of Revenue. A nominating petition must include:
(1) the nominee's name and address;
(2) a statement of the nominee's willingness to serve;
(3) a narrative biographical sketch not to exceed 150 words; and
(4) the printed names, signatures, and addresses of at least 10 members of the TRS.
Nominating petitions will be available by May 17, 1999. Nominating petitions must be
completed and returned to Judy Hall at the Alaska State Pension Investment Board by 4:30
p.m. ADST, July 30, 1999. Members are encouraged to either hand deliver or send their
petitions by certified mail.
Nominating petitions may be obtained by writing or calling:
Alaska State Pension Investment Board
P.O. Box 110405
Juneau, Alaska 99811-0405
Attn: Judy Hall, Liaison Officer
907 465-3749
Nominating petitions should be received by the ASPIB as early as possible so that
nominees will have an opportunity to correct illegible or incomplete petitions before the
July 30, 1999 deadline. Petitions will not be accepted after the deadline. Corrections
will not be accepted after the deadline.
Once the petitions are validated, ballots containing the names of the eligible candidates,
biographical sketches, and voting instructions will be mailed to all TRS members. Ballots
will be mailed on or about September 17, 1999, with voting deadline/ballot counting on
October 22, 1999.
If you are a person with a disability who may need a special accommodation in order to
participate in the process, please contact Judy Hall, Liaison Officer, at 907 465-3749 no
later than July 1, 1999 to make any necessary arrangements.
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this publication)
VII.LEASES
(None this publication)
06/28/1999 DOTPF
062899DOTPF
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC FACILITIES
I.NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None this Publication)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
(None this Publication)
III.COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Invitation to Bid
Furnishing CRS-2 Emulsified Asphalt to the Juneau Maintenance Station
Invitation to Bid #259S08F
The State of Alaska, DOT&PF, invites interested parties to submit bids for furnishing
CRS-2 Emulsified Asphalt to the Juneau Maintenance Station. The contract that results
from this invitation shall be for the purchase of an initial 500 tons of product, and shall
be a term contract for future as needed quantities.
Bids will be received until 2:00 PM, July 6, 1999, at the Southeast Region Supply
Section, 3132 Channel Drive, Room 310, Juneau, Alaska.
To participate in this solicitation, interested parties must request a copy of ITB #259S08F from
Amy Courtney, Phone: (907) 465-1766; Fax: (907) 465-2024.
Invitation to Bid
Bethel Gravel Road Paving Program 1999
Project No. STP-0001(175)/54022
Sealed bids in single copy for furnishing all Labor, Materials and Equipment, and
performing all work on Project No. STP-0001(175)/54022, Bethel Gravel Road Paving
Program will be received until 2:00 P.M. prevailing time, July 2, 1999 in the main
conference room at 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska.
This federally-funded project consists of rehabilitation, and conditioning and paving of
seven gravel roads in Bethel. Some sections of the roadways will include improvement
to the structural section.
The Engineer's Estimate is between $100,000,000 and $2,500,000.
All work shall be completed by October 31, 1999.
Bid documents are available for inspection at the Department of Transportation &
Public Facilities offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks,, and Juneau and purchased for
$100.00 per set, payable to the State of Alaska, from Central Region Plans Room, 4111
Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, 907-269-0408. Select "Contracting and
Procurement" on the Department of Transportation & Public Facilities web site for
additional information (www.dot.state.ak.us).
Invitation to Bid
Matanuska-Susitna Gravel Roads Paving Program 1999
Project No. FA-0001(177)/54014
Sealed bids in single copy for furnishing all Labor, Materials and Equipment, and
performing all work on Project No. FA-0001(177)/54014, Matanuska-Susitna Roads
Paving Program will be received until 2:00 P.M. prevailing time, July 2, 1999 in the main
conference room at 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska.
This federally-funded project consists of rehabilitation, and conditioning and paving of
six gravel roads in Matanuska-Susitna Bourough. Some sections of the roadways will
include improvement to the structural section. There will also be selective culvert
replacement and installations.
The Engineer's Estimate is between $100,000,000 and $2,500,000.
All work shall be completed by October 31, 1999.
Bid documents are available for inspection at the Department of Transportation &
Public Facilities offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks,, and Juneau and purchased for
$100.00 per set, payable to the State of Alaska, from Central Region Plans Room, 4111
Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, 907-269-0408. Select "Contracting and
Procurement" on the Department of Transportation & Public Facilities web site for
additional information (www.dot.state.ak.us).
Invitation to Bid
East End Road Surfacing, McNeil Canyon to Milepost 20.5
Project No. STP-0414(12)/54042
Sealed bids in single copy for furnishing all Labor, Materials and Equipment, and
performing all work on Project No. STP-0414(12)/54042, East End Road Surfacing,
McNeil Canyon to Milepost 20.5 will be received until 2:00 P.M. prevailing time, July 2,
1999 in the main conference room at 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska.
This federally-funded project consists of rehabilitation, and conditioning and paving of
approximately 8.5 miles of gravel road in Homer. Some sections of the roadways will
include improvement to the structural section.
The Engineer's Estimate is between $100,000,000 and $2,500,000.
All work shall be completed by October 31, 1999.
Bid documents are available for inspection at the Department of Transportation &
Public Facilities offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks,, and Juneau and purchased for
$100.00 per set, payable to the State of Alaska, from Central Region Plans Room, 4111
Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, 907-269-0408. Select "Contracting and
Procurement" on the Department of Transportation & Public Facilities web site for
additional information (www.dot.state.ak.us).
Invitation to Bid
Kenai Peninsula Gravel Roads Program
Project No. STP-0001(176)/54018
Sealed bids in single copy for furnishing all Labor, Materials and Equipment, and
performing all work on Project No. STP-0001(176)/54018, Kenai Peninsula Gravel
Roads Program 1999 will be received until 2:00 P.M. prevailing time, July 6, 1999 in the
main conference room at 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska.
This federally-funded project consists of rehabilitation, and conditioning and paving of
three gravel roads near Sterling. Some sections of the roadways will include
improvement to the structural section.
The Engineer's Estimate is between $100,000,000 and $2,500,000.
All work shall be completed by October 31, 1999.
Bid documents are available for inspection at the Department of Transportation &
Public Facilities offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks,, and Juneau and purchased for
$100.00 per set, payable to the State of Alaska, from Central Region Plans Room, 4111
Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, 907-269-0408. Select "Contracting and
Procurement" on the Department of Transportation & Public Facilities web site for
additional information (www.dot.state.ak.us).
Invitation to Bid
Peninsula Paving Equipment Rental
Project No. 00-25-1-002
Sealed bids in single copy for furnishing all labor, materials and equipment, and
performing all work on project no. 00-25-1-002, Peninsula Paving Equipment Rental will
be received until 2:00 p.m. prevailing time, July 21, 1999 in the Contracts Administration
Office, 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska.
Description of work: to establish a contract for hourly rental of various paving equipment
with operators and crew, on an as needed basis for the Kenai Peninsula District. The
Engineer's Estimate is less than $100,000. The project completion date is June 30,
2000.
Sets of bidding documents may be obtained from the Plans Room of the Contracts
Section, 4111 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, (907)269-0408. The mailing
address is P.O. Box 196900, Anchorage, Alaska 99519-6900. The TDD contact for the
hearing impaired is (907) 269-0473.
Documents are available for inspection at: AGC offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks and
Soldotna; The Plans Room, Anchorage and Fairbanks; Alaska Business Development
Center in Anchorage; Regional Department of Transportation & Public Facilities,
Anchorage and Fairbanks.
Intent to Award
Rural Airport Maintenance, Koyuk Airport
Project No.00-25-2-09
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised City of Koyuk, that
on the basis of their bid submitted on June 4, 1999, in the amount of $18,000 per year,
for the completion of the work of the referenced project, they have been declared low
bidder.
This only constitutes intent to award. A contract will not be in force until required
documentation is fully executed by the department and a Letter of Award and Notice to
Proceed are issued. Work prior to that Notice is unauthorized and the state will assume
no responsibility for the work, the work site, or any event arising therefrom.
All bidders are advised that they have a right to protest the award of this contract under
Alaska Statutes, Title 36. The Contracting Officer must receive all protests no later
than June 25, 1999.
Intent to Award
Dept. of Natural Resources, Northern Regional Office Building Janitorial Contract
Project No.00-25-2-24
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Song's Janitorial
Services, that on the basis of their bid submitted on June 11, 1999, in the amount of
$16, 060.00 for the completion of the work of the referenced project, they have been
declared low bidder.
This only constitutes intent to award. A contract will not be in force until required
documentation is fully executed by the department and a Letter of Award and Notice to
Proceed are issued. Work prior to that Notice is unauthorized and the state will assume
no responsibility for the work, the work site, or any event arising therefrom.
All bidders are advised that they have a right to protest the award of this contract under
Alaska Statutes, Title 36. The Contracting Officer must receive all protests no later
than June 25, 1999.
Letter of Award
Sterling Highway, Milepost 37-45
Project No. NH-OA3-3(11)/51994
The Department of Transportation & Public Facilities has advised Quality Asphalt
Paving, Inc. they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required by the
Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and Quality
Asphalt Paving, Inc. has been awarded the contract. The work shall be completed
within 240 calendar days after the effective date of the Notice to Proceed.
Notice to Proceed
Rural Airport Maintenance, Beaver Airport
Project No. 00-25-2-18
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised William Henry, that
he is in receipt of the contract and other documents required by the Letter of Intent to
Award. These documents are accepted and approved and advised William Henry, has
been awarded the contract in the amount of $9,000.00. Contract completion date is
June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Rural Airport Maintenance, Deering Airport
Project No. 00-25-2-08
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised the City of Deering,
that they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required by the Letter of
Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and the City of Deering,
has been awarded the contract in the amount of $35,000.00. Contract completion date
is June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Rural Airport Maintenance, Tanana Airport
Project No. 00-25-2-14
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised the City of Tanana,
that they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required by the Letter of
Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and the City of Tanana
has been awarded the contract in the amount of $45,000.00. Contract completion date
is June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Equipment Rental, Tazlina/Valdez Area
Project No. 00-25-2-16
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Smith Equipment
Contracting, Inc., that they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required
by the Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and
Smith Equipment Contracting Inc. has been awarded a call out. Contract completion
date is June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Equipment Rental, Tazlina/Valdez Area
Project No. 00-25-2-16
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Alaska Clear Cut
Land Clearing, that they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required by
the Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and
Alaska Clear Cut Land Clearing, has been awarded a call out. Contract completion
date is June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Equipment Rental, Tazlina/Valdez Area
Project No. 00-25-2-16
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Alaska Contracting
and Consulting Corporation, that they are in receipt of the contract and other
documents required by the Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted
and approved and advised Alaska Contracting and Consulting Corporation, has been
awarded a call out. Contract completion date is June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Equipment Rental, Cordova Area
Project No. 00-25-2-15
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Alaska Clear Cut
Land Clearing, that they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required by
the Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and
Alaska Clear Cut Land Clearing, has been awarded a call out. Contract completion
date is June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Equipment Rental, Cordova Area
Project No. 00-25-2-15
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Alaska Contracting
and Consulting Corporation, that they are in receipt of the contract and other
documents required by the Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted
and approved and Alaska Contracting and Consulting Corporation, has been awarded a
call out. Contract completion date is June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Equipment Rental, Cordova Area
Project No. 00-25-2-15
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Eagle Contracting
Corporation, that they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required by
the Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and Eagle
Contracting Corporation, has been awarded a call out. Contract completion date is
June 30, 2000.
Notice to Proceed
Equipment Rental, Cordova Area
Project No. 00-25-2-15
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has advised Gunnerson
Construction, that they are in receipt of the contract and other documents required by
the Letter of Intent to Award. These documents are accepted and approved and
Gunnerson Construction has been awarded a call out. Contract completion date is
June 30, 2000
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
Notice of Environmental Evaluation
and Notice of Wetland Involvement Pursuant to Executive Order 11990
Ketchikan-North Tongass Highway Ward Cove to Whipple Creek
Ketchikan, Alaska
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (ADOT&PF) is
developing plans to upgrade 4.4 miles of the North Tongass Highway from Ward Cove
to Whipple Creek. Portions of this road have been identified as having high accident
rates and many sections do not meet design standards.
The proposed improvements would consist of widening the road to two 3.6-meter (12
ft.) lanes with two 1.8-meter (6 ft.) shoulders, realigning curves to meet current design
standards, replacing existing culverts, and guardrail installation. Safety and alignment
improvements would be made at existing intersections. Acquisition of right-of-way and
changes to existing driveways are also anticipated. Where existing access cannot be
maintained, new accesses would be developed.
The road would be realigned between Sunset Drive and D-1 Loop Road, as this section
has been identified as having particularly poor geometrics. This realignment would
encompass the Mud Bight area and would require approximately 1.3 acres of intertidal
fill. The total amount of intertidal fill for the entire project would be approximately 2.0
acres. Forested wetland to be impacted is approximately 1.1 acres. Work in wetland
and intertidal fill areas would require Army Corps of Engineers authorization and would
be coordinated with the appropriate agencies.
New segments of paved and gravel pedestrian path would be constructed near Totem
Bight State Park and Refuge Cove State Park. A paved path would begin at a new
parking area approximately one tenth of a mile southeast of Sunset Drive (near Refuge
Cove) and continue on the east side of the road to Vollenar Mobile Home Park, near
the project terminus. Two gravel paths would be constructed, one from the new parking
area previously mentioned to the Refuge Cove Recreation area, and the other from
Totem Bight to a scenic overlook/parking facility to the north of the park.
Several anadromous fish streams are located in Mud Bight. Design details affecting the
streams would be closely coordinated with Alaska Department of Fish and Game
(ADF&G). All road construction and culvert installation would be conducted in
accordance with ADF&G Title 16 permit conditions.
ADOT&PF is currently evaluating the social, economic and environmental impacts of
the proposed action. To ensure that all possible factors are considered in this project,
your comments are hereby requested. Please provide comments to the following
address by July 19, 1999.
Terri Beach
Project Environmental Coordinator
Department of Transportation and Public Facilities
6860 Glacier Highway
Juneau, AK 99801
If you have any questions or require additional information or drawings, please call Terri
Beach at (907) 465-4499, or Tracy Moore, Project Design Manager, at (907) 465-4439,
or text phone (TTY-TDD) at (907) 465-4647.
Public Notice
Airport Regulations Workshops
in Juneau, Wrangell and Petersburg
This notice supplements the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities'
public notice dated April 29,1999. The department will conduct an "on-the-record"
workshop for discussion and testimony related to the department's proposed state
airport regulations that are intended to update Title 17, Chapter 40, of the Alaska
Administrative Code.
The proposed regulations, dated March 10, 1999, cover all aspects of airport operations
and leasing, including aircraft rules, vehicle rules, fueling operations, business activity
permits, commercial passenger vehicle permits, environmental requirements, airport
security, aircraft parking, aircraft tiedown permits, airport rents and fees, lease
applications, lessee-owned improvements, lease terms, boundary crossing permits,
competitive award procedures, first amendment activities, and decision appeals.
To be considered, written comments (by letter, fax, or e-mail) must be received by the
department at the address given below by no later than 4:30 PM on July 30, 1999, and
oral comments must be presented at the following "on-the-record" workshops:
In Juneau, Alaska: July 20, 1999, 1:00-3:00 PM, Department of Transportation and
Public Facilities, 6860 Glacier Highway
In Wrangell, Alaska: July 21, 1999 8:00-10:00 AM, Wrangell Airport ARFF Facility
In Petersburg, Alaska: July 22, 1999 8:00-10:00 AM, Petersburg Airport ARFF Facility
Any interested person may present written comments relevant to the proposed airport
regulations, obtain a copy of the proposed regulations, or ask questions about this
regulatory action by e-mail at swa_comments@dot.state.ak.us or by contacting:
Paul Bowers, Director, Statewide Aviation
Department of Transportation and Public Facilities
P.O. Box 196900
Anchorage, AK 99519-6900
Telephone: (907) 269-0730
Fax: (907) 269-0489
TDD: (907) 269-0473
The text of the proposed March 10, 1999 international airport regulations or rural airport
regulations may also be found at:
http://www.dot.state.ak.us/external/state_wide/swa/T17notic.html
Any person with a disability who may need special accommodation to participate in a
workshop, or public hearing, or to submit written comments on the proposed
regulations, may contact Ornie Clifford by telephone at (907) 269-0731 or by TDD at
(907) 269-0473 to make any necessary arrangements. Requests for workshop
accommodations must be made to the department at least five days before the time set
for the workshop. Requests for written comment accommodations must be made to the
department by no later than July 20, 1999.
The implementation of the proposed regulations is not expected to require an increased
appropriation.
Without further notice, the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, after July
30, 1999, will either adopt the proposed international and rural airport regulations or
other proposals dealing with the same project, or decide to take no action on them.
The language of the final regulations may vary from that of the proposed regulations.
You should comment during the time allowed if your interest could be affected.
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this Publication)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this Publication)
VII.LEASES
Proposal to Lease
On the Homer Airport
ADA-07646
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities proposes to lease Lot
3A, Block 600, consisting of approximately 12,248 square feet on the Homer Airport
under ADA-07646 (Applicant: Ronald A. White, d/b/a White Air Service) for 8 years.
Annual rent: $1,273.79. Authorized uses: Construction, operation and maintenance of
a office, float plane dock; storage and dispensing of aviation fuel for Lessee's use only;
floatplane tie up and vehicle parking; all in support of Lessee's air taxi business.
The Department reserves the right to correct technical defects in the premises
description, lease term, or the purposes of any agreement issued and may reject any or
all applications. A public hearing will be held, if in the opinion of the Commissioner, a
hearing is justified.
Competing applications or written comment must be received by 4:30 p.m., July 19,
1999 after which the Department will determine whether or not to execute the lease.
Information regarding this file is available from Leasing and Property Management,
Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, P.O. Box 196900, Anchorage,
Alaska 99519-6900. Persons with a disability who may need special accommodations
may call (TDD) (907)-269-0473.
Proposal to Extend Lease Terms
On the Dillingham Airport
ADA-03791
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities proposes to extend the
term of Agreement ADA-03791 (Lessee: Wren Air, Inc.) covering Lot 5C, Block 500A on
the Dillingham Airport from 20 years to 25 years.
The Department reserves the right to correct technical defects in the premises
description, lease term, or the purposes of any agreement issued and may reject any or
all applications. A public hearing will be held, if in the opinion of the Commissioner, a
hearing is justified.
This is an application filed under AS 02.15.090(c), which allows the Department to grant
the proposed extension without competition. Written comment must be received by
4:30 p.m., July 19, 1999 after which the Department will determine whether or not to
execute the extension. Information regarding this file is available from Leasing and
Property Management, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities,
P.O. Box 196900, Anchorage, Alaska 99519-6900. Persons with a disability who may
need special accommodations may call (TDD) (907)-269-0473.
Proposal to Lease
On the Homer Airport
ADA-03791
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities proposes to extend the
term of Agreement ADA-03791 (Lessee: Wren Air, Inc.) covering Lot 5C, Block 500A on
the Dillingham Airport from 20 years to 25 years.
The Department reserves the right to correct technical defects in the premises
description, lease term, or the purposes of any agreement issued and may reject any or
all applications. A public hearing will be held, if in the opinion of the Commissioner, a
hearing is justified.
This is an application filed under AS 02.15.090(c), which allows the Department to grant
the proposed extension without competition. Written comment must be received by
4:30 p.m., July 19, 1999 after which the Department will determine whether or not to
execute the extension. Information regarding this file is available from Leasing and
Property Management, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities,
P.O. Box 196900, Anchorage, Alaska 99519-6900. Persons with a disability who may
need special accommodations may call (TDD) (907)-269-0473.
06/28/1999 UA
062899UA
UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA
I.NOTICES OF PROPOSED REGULATIONS
(None this publication)
II.AGENCY MEETINGS
(None this publication)
III. COMPETITIVE AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS
Request for Proposal
Employee Benefit Services
Request For Proposals Number 99P0020MBO
Notice is hereby given that sealed proposals will be received by the University of Alaska
Fairbanks until 5:00 p.m. local time on July 21, 1999, for Employee Benefit Services,
Request For Proposals Number 99P0020MBO. Copies of the proposal may be
obtained from the UAF Purchasing Office, 3295 College Road, 103 Administrative
Services Center, PO Box 757940, Fairbanks, AK 99775-7940, telephone 907/474-
7315.
The University of Alaska reserves the right to reject any or all bids, offers, or parts
thereof it deems necessary, to waive any informality in the bid or offer received, and to
award in the best interest of the University
IV.PUBLIC NOTICES
(None this publication)
V.DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
(None this publication)
VI.ADOPTED REGULATIONS CHANGES - TEXT OR SUMMARY OF TEXT
(None this publication)
VII.LEASES
(None this publication)
