Photo by Diana Haecker READY TO ROLL—Iron Dog team 11, consisting of Nome’s John Bahnke III and Kiana’s Brad Reich, wait their turn on east Front Street Feb. 14 to start the second half of the snow- machine race. The duo finished the grueling race in sixth place, and Bahnke was the first racer from Nome to see the checkered flag in Fairbanks.

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VOLUME CVIII NO. 8 FEBRUARY 21, 2008 Rock Creek opponents vie for new day in court By Diana Haecker ley, seven miles north of Nome. A group fighting a permit given The lawsuit, first filed in No- to Alaska Gold Company’s Rock vember 2006, resulted in a volun- Creek mine has again taken the tary withdrawal of the permit by issue to court. the Corps. The permit was re-is- Trustees for Alaska filed a re- sued in March without any public quest for a rehearing Feb. 19 with involvement, and the plaintiffs the federal 9th Circuit Court of Ap- filed a second lawsuit to again peals regarding its ruling to uphold challenge the permit. the Army Corps of Engineer’s wet- A district court judge dismissed lands permit issued for the Rock the lawsuit entirely last summer, and Creek mine near Nome. the plaintiffs filed an appeal with the The Trustees are a law firm rep- 9th Circuit Court. resenting Nome residents Jana Var- In September, a three-judge panel rati and Sue Steinacher, as well as heard oral arguments and issued a a citizen group called The Bering ruling in January that upheld the Strait Citizens for Responsible Re- Corps’ permit source Development. Last week the Trustees filed a re- The plaintiffs had challenged the quest for a rehearing. Trustees attor- federal Army Corps of Engineers’ ney Vicki Clark told The Nome decision to issue a Clean Water Act Nugget, “We feel that the court ap- Section 404 permit that allowed the plied a narrower rule than exists gold company to destroy 346.5 acres of wetlands in the Snake River val- continued on page 4 Fairbanks diocese files for bankruptcy By Diana Haecker molestation and rape. Last week, the Catholic Bishop of While the Jesuits reached a $50 Northern Alaska announced his in- million settlement with the plaintiffs, tent to file for reorganization under settlement talks with the diocese did Chapter 11 of the federal bankruptcy not prove as fruitful. code in the next five weeks. Bishop Donald Kettler said in a The filing for Chapter 11 comes statement that settlement efforts have amidst a slew of legal claims against been hampered by “the reluctance of Catholic priests, staff and volunteers, a key insurance carrier to participate who allegedly committed more than meaningfully in the process.” That 150 counts of sexual abuse against carrier has been named as CNA, a boys and girls. Chicago-based company. Co-defendants are the Catholic Chapter 11, under the U.S. bank- Bishop of Northern Alaska and the ruptcy code, permits reorganization Jesuit Order of Alaska and Oregon. of any business with unsecured The cases stemmed mostly from debts of at least $336,000 or se- abuse allegations against priests cured debts of at least $1 million. Photo by Diana Haecker stationed in rural areas of Alaska When a business is unable to pay IRON DOG WINNER—Eric Quam of Eagle River prepares to leave Nome Feb. 14 for the second half and span a time period from the debt or its creditors and files for of the 25th Tesoro Iron Dog snowmachine race. Quam and his partner, 2005 Iron Dog champion Marc 1950s through the 1980s. Nome Chapter 11, it is usually an attempt McKenna of Anchorage, captured the victory. The duo arrived in Fairbanks on their Arctic Cats with a Catholic priest and KNOM radio to stay in business while a bank- trail time of 42 hours, 33 minutes and 58 seconds. For Iron Dog race coverage, see page 8. founder Jim Poole is accused of multiple counts of child sex abuse, continued on page 5 Change allows election of any NSEDC board member as paid president Action ends board chairman and president Dan Harrelson’s 15-month long conflict of interest By Laurie McNicholas month-old conflict of interest for Board Chair- to read, sign and adhere to NSEDC’s “Conflict Manual.” Norton Sound Economic Development Cor- man and President Dan Harrelson of White of Interest Statement of Policy,” which lists During the directors’ annual review of the poration’s board of directors has amended the Mountain. In October 2006 the NSEDC board among areas of greatest concern, “Sitting as a “Conflict of Interest Statement of Policy” last company’s conflict of interest policy, which is in- elected Harrelson as corporate president and director while employed by or providing serv- November, Harrelson stated that he is under tended to prevent board members from working agreed to pay him an annual salary of more than ices under an exclusive contract to NSEDC or contract with NSEDC as president. Subse- for the company as paid employees, to allow any $80,000 in the position. The board re-elected any NSEDC subsidiary.” The signed state- quently The Nome Nugget asked Harrelson, director to serve in a paid position as president. Harrelson as board chair and president at the an- ments are made available to NSEDC’s auditors, “Does that policy apply to your dual role as The action, taken at a quarterly board meet- nual directors’ meeting Nov. 2, 2007 in Nome. according to the company’s “Board of Direc- ing last month in Anchorage, ended a 15- At its annual meeting each director is asked tors/Officers Rules, Regulations and Polices continued on page 6

Visit the Nugget on line at www.nomenugget.net • e-mail [email protected] 2 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008OPINION THE NOME NUGGET Letters Dear Editor, absence the caribou have returned to the recent activity-taking place by their own welfare. (I stand to be cor- gry. We are not the only ones that Subject: Caribou this area to find their feed replen- the Reindeer Herders Association. rected if this is entirely untrue). face hunger. When the caribou are The past couple of years have ished. Now we are faced with a dilemma We are at such a great disadvan- herded off to the hills they have to been very challenging for the hunters Area hunters noticed the slow re- possibly brought on in part by the tage with the price of gas, oil and run away from their grazing. of the southern Seward Peninsula, turn of the caribou to the region, and Reindeer Herders Association. With parts for our snowmachines needed I do not hold it against the reindeer particularly for the western side of it. eventually they returned in big num- the capability of tracking the caribou for transport. Coupled with the herders for protecting their liveli- There are some factors such as bers. When they did we took as movements with radio and satellite longer distances and harsh condi- hood, but they are doing it in a fash- weather conditions, lack of snow and many as we could and in a short time collars, the reindeer herders can pre- tions required to travel now, we are ion that is forcing the majority of the ice and the lack of animals that have we were able to fill our freezers with vent caribou from approaching their put at greater risk of returning home village population to rely on welfare. returned to the area in prior years. the much-needed meat supply for the reindeer grazing ranges. How is this safely with the much needed meat This is our livelihood as well; we are Those of us who havelived here all whole year. They returned year after done? Primarily by means of aircraft supply for the year. Furthermore, dependent on the caribou for sus- our lives and the elders we learned year, and we were witnesses to the rather than traditional ways. Anyone with the high rate of unemployment taining our subsistence way of life. from have witnessed the return of caribou even taking up airport space that has been around caribou knows in the villages we are not able to af- And they are well respected in our caribou after many years of decline. in several of the villages during the how easily spooked they become ford the high price of reindeer meat communities. Before their return I had the privilege busiest time of day. On some occa- when we get within hearing range of and for that matter the meat prices at Ironically the Reindeer Herders and honor to go out with my peers sions, people had to run the caribou them. They immediately take off the store. In comparison, we can Association was initially incorpo- and elders many miles beyond a day off the runway so the planes could running up the hills where grazing is yield more meat per pound in terms rated so that they could provide trip to hunt the caribou. What I no- land. After a few years the caribou less likely to occur where it is rocky. of dollars with caribou than with any much needed affordable meat for the ticed then is that the tundra was were staying longer; in spring when As businessmen the reindeer other meat source that is bought. famished people of our region. But much more barren than the tundra in their antlers were starting to grow herders are given protection by our Are the activities of the reindeer at the high rates we pay for the rein- this area. I noticed a lot of caribou again they were still here, and in the federal government against bank- herders a precursor to what is to be- deer and the amount of meat they can droppings, but there didn’t seem to fall we were able to hunt them. It ruptcy in terms of loss of stock and come our future? Are we supposed now provide for the growing popula- be much feed such as lichen on the seemed that they were going to be loss of high dollar amounts. There- to sit back and allow this to happen? tions, there is not enough to go tundra. Perhaps after many years of here to stay, that is until we noticed fore, each reindeer herder needs only This would be only be advantageous around. to hold Kawerak or BIA accountable to the reindeer herder because then Respectfully, for financing the charters necessary those that are unable go the long dis- Charlie Brown Letters to the editor must be signed and for allowing the herders to “check” tances would be forced to buy rein- Golovin, AK 99762 include an address and phone number on the caribou. This leaves the re- deer. Our freezers will continue to mainder of the villagers to tend to stay empty and we will still go hun- Editorial The Corner Office Consistency By Jason Evans NSEDC Has Created the Best Educational Endowments in the State Last week a fellow seeking signatures for a voter initiative to be placed on the statewide ballot was booted out of the vestibule of the Two weeks ago I wrote about NSEDC in my “Corner Office” column. I Federal Building (a.k.a. Post Office) in Nome. A citizen complained received a lot of feedback about NSEDC and several people wanted to know and the building maintenance folks called the General Services Ad- what I thought was the best thing about the organization. By far, I think ministration in Anchorage. The GSA directed that the petitioner be told NSEDC has created the best educational endowment in the State. to collect signatures elsewhere. The fellow moved to the sidewalk in I worked for Arctic Slope Regional Corporation for several years, and they front of the Post Office where it was a balmy –15°F. Many Nomeites created the Arctic Educational Endowment to fund any ASRC shareholder who signed the petition asked why he wasnʼt inside where it was who ever wanted to attend a higher educational training program. About four warmer. Some folks were so concerned that they called the Nugget to years ago they capitalized it with $7 million so that it would fund their stu- complain that constitutional rights were being violated. Twice the dents for years to come. ASRC’s endowment was considered one of the Nugget left messages with the GSAʼs Mr. Albrechtʼs voice mail. It re- largest and best educational endowments in Alaska. mains unanswered. For years, NSEDC has given a tremendous amount of money in scholar- It would seem that collecting signatures in not a violation of the law. ships each year to students throughout our region. Over the years, the schol- Sure it was in the Post Office lobby, but the building in not owned by arships have increased in terms of dollar amounts and the numbers of the federal government, they just lease it. Inside the building are of- recipients. This has been a steadfast commitment by the NSEDC to provide fices of private business, state and federal agencies. In addition to the educational and training opportunities to anyone from our region. Ten Most Wanted bulletin board, the walls of the lobby are frequently This commitment was only outdone by NSEDC themselves, when the festooned with posters, and Leo Rasmussenʼs personal photos are board of directors approved a $10.6 million educational endowment. The taped on the walls outside his office. Not that these would be consid- current board that approved this strategic initiative wanted to insure that ed- ered a fire hazard or anything like that. Currently there is a desk inside ucation and training would forever be a priority of NSEDC. Furthermore, the lobby that contains a box of questionnaires for a Nome Public they want this new educational endowment to be funded until it reaches at Schools survey. least $15 million. We should not be selective about the allowed action in the Post Of- This is a tremendous commitment to education. I think this new endow- fice vestibule or lobby. If we allow any, we should allow all. What was Photo by Nancy McGuire ment will grow beyond providing scholarships because it is simply too grand. the petition about? It was a petition to put an ethics in state govern- OUT ON THE STREET—Jim The possibilities are endless in funding our students in achieving their edu- ment issue on the ballot. Go figure. — N.L.M.— Crage was collecting signatures cational goals with such a well funded endowment. NSEDC’s board of di- for a ballot issue last week inside rectors has truly shown its leadership in prioritizing education. This the Federal Building (Post Of- investment in our people will pay dividends for generations to come. Illegitimus non carborundum fice)but had to work outside when the GSA requested that he not col- The Corner Office is a column written by Jason Evans, President of Fi- lect signatures inside the building. nancial Alaska. Mr. Evans has extensive expertise in business and finance. 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THE NOME NUGGET LOCAL THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008 3 Black Hawk called out for two COMMUNITY CALENDAR Feb. 21– 27, 2008 search and rescue missions EVENT PLACE TIME Thursday, Feb. 21 The National Guard, The State 12:30 p.m. Monday. 34, Obie Simonis, 36, Kevin *Tennis Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - noon Troopers and the Nome Volunteer At approximately 11:30 Sunday Zweifel, 38, and Scott Zweifel, 34, *XYZ Center Center Street 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fire Department Search and Rescue night, the Alaska State Troopers re- all of Nome, were overdue from a Federal Subsistence Meeting Aurora Inn 8:30 a.m. *Nome Visitor Center Front Street 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. crews were busy on Monday. ceived a report that David Evans, 30, snowmachine trip to Pilgrim Hot *Preschool Story Hour Kegoayah Library 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The Alaska Army National Guard of Nome, was several hours overdue Springs. The group was reported to *Carrie McLain Memorial Museum Front Street noon - 5:30 p.m. *Library Hours Kegoayah Library noon - 8 p.m. were called out to help with two on a snowmachine trip from White have experience in the area and had *Tennis Nome Rec Center noon - 1 p.m. *Cardio Kick Boxing Nome Rec Center 12:05 p.m. - 1 p.m. search and rescue efforts near Nome Mountain. Evans did not have any appropriate gear for the current *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday morning by Alaska State extra survival gear and the weather weather conditions. *Northwest Campus Library Northwest Campus 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. *...Reduce the Risk of SIDS video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. Troopers. had deteriorated since he departed At approximately 11 a.m. Mon- *Contraception by Sherry Breaker Prematernal Home 2:30 p.m. An Army Guard Black Hawk took White Mountain. Evans was last day, it was determined that the trav- *Swim Team Pool 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. *Strength Training Nome Rec Center 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. off from Nome at 11:30 a.m. to assist seen attempting to follow another elers had not returned to Nome. The *Kripalu Yoga Nome Rec Center 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. in search and rescue efforts near the traveler back to Nome from Topkok, National Guard Black Hawk, which *Lap Swim Pool 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. *Nome Food Bank Bering & Seppala 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. village of White Mountain, where a in inclement weather. had completed providing assistance AGIA Gas Line Town Hall Meeting Old St. Joes 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Nome man was reported missing At approximately 1:30 a.m. Mon- to Nome Volunteer Fire Department *City League Basketball Nome Rec Center 6:15 p.m. - 10 p.m. *Open Swim Pool 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. while on a snow machine trip. day morning, the Nome Volunteer searchers in locating David Evans *Hockey - Ages 12-16 Ice Rink 7 p.m. After 30 minutes of flying, a Fire Department sent a three member was diverted to the area of Pilgrim *Swing Dancing Nome Rec Center 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. *Thrift Shop Methodist Church 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ONLY ground team spotted the missing per- hasty team down the coast. However, Hot Springs. Charles “Chip” Leeper, *Narcotics Anonymous Behavioral Health Bldg. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. son and took that person into their they were forced to take shelter in a Obie Simonis, Kevin Zweifel, and Friday, Feb. 22 care. Immediately following this dis- cabin at Safety due to bad weather Scott Zweifel were located by the *Pick-up Basketball Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. covery, the Alaska State Troopers and dangerous conditions. Black Hawk. Leeper, and Kevin *A.M. Laps Pool 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. asked the Army Guard Black Hawk At 9 a.m. Monday, additional Zweifel, who were mildly hypother- *XYZ Center Center Street 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Federal Subsistence Meeting Aurora Inn 8:30 a.m. to assist in another mission, where searchers from the Nome Volunteer mic, were transported to Nome by *Nome Visitor Center Front Street 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. four people on snow machines were Fire Department went down the the National Guard Black Hawk *Kinder Gym Nome Rec Center 10 a.m. - noon *Carrie McLain Memorial Museum Front Street noon - 5:30 p.m. reported missing. coast to continue the search. The crew. Leeper and Zweifel had expe- *Library Hours Kegoayah Library noon - 6 p.m. The Black Hawk crew flew to the Army National Guard launched the rienced mechanical problems and *Open Gym Nome Rec Center noon - 3 p.m. *Strength Training Nome Rec Center 12:05 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. Pilgrim Springs area about 50 miles Black Hawk helicopter to conduct an were forced to abandon their snow- *ACSA Pool 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. north of Nome where they located aerial search of the area. machines. Simonis and Scott *Time-saving Tips/New Parents video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. *After Child Birth-Postpartum video Prematernal Home 2:30 p.m. the missing people. The helicopter At approximately 11:40 a.m. Zweifel were escorted to Nome by *Kids’ Soccer (1st-4th Grade) Nome Rec Center 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. landed near the stranded people and ground searchers from the Nome Nome Volunteer Fire Department *Cardio Kick Boxing Nome Rec Center 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. *Kids’ Soccer (5th-8th Grade) Nome Rec Center 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. determined two of the snowmachines Volunteer Fire Department located personnel. No injuries were reported. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. were broken down and two people Evans, who was mildly hypothermic, The Alaska State Troopers thank *Balancing Life Yoga Nome Rec Center 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. *Tae Kwon Do Nome Rec Center 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. were hypothermic. at the Topkok shelter cabin. Evans the Nome National Guard Black Reading w/Author Eva Saulitis Elementary Commons 7 p.m. The Black Hawk crew loaded the was brought back to Nome and did Hawk crew for their cooperation and *Hockey-Men’s League Ice Rink 7 p.m. *Adult Soccer Nome Rec Center 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. two hypothermic people aboard the not require medical treatment. assistance in locating David Evans Saturday, Feb. 23 helicopter and took them to Nome Shortly after midnight Monday and assisting Charles Leeper, Obie *Hockey-Ages 3-5 Ice Rink 11 a.m. for treatment. They were delivered to morning, the Alaska State Troopers Simonis, Kevin Zweifel and Scott *Library Hours Kegoayah Library noon - 6 p.m. the Alaska State Troopers in Nome at received a report that Charles Leeper, Zweifel. *Hockey-Ages 12-16 Ice Rink 1 p.m. *Northwest Campus Library Northwest Campus 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. *Water Aerobics Pool 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. *Comforting Your Fussy Baby video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. *Labor Techniques video Prematernal Home 2:30 p.m. Lawson gets 99 years for killing Correira *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. *Family Swim Pool 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. The Associated Press Correira moved into an apartment the body and burn the apartment to *Beginning Baton Nome Rec Center 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. *Hockey-Ages 6-11 Ice Rink 3 p.m. A judge sentenced a man to 99 complex where Lawson worked as a destroy the evidence. *Open Swim Pool 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. years in prison for murdering manager. She disappeared about a Robert Lawson committed suicide *Lap Swim Pool 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. *Drop-in Dodgeball Nome Rec Center 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Bethany Correira, a young woman week later. in March 2006, after he agreed to Nome Preschool Auction Mini Convention Ctr. 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. who was missing for a year before A massive search ensued, with help investigators by recording con- *AA Meeting XYZ Center 8 p.m. her body was found in a gravel pit. Anchorage police along with friends versations with his brother. The Sunday, Feb. 24 In handing down the sentence, Su- and family posting fliers and scour- agreement came after he was ar- *Help Reduce the Risk of SIDS video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. *Yelling... & Putting Down video Prematernal Home 2:30 p.m. perior Court Judge John Suddock de- ing a 70-mile area, stretching from rested on fraud charges. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. scribed Michael Lawson as a Palmer to Anchorage to Girdwood. Robert Lawson apologized pub- *Step Aerobics Nome Rec Center 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. *Tai Chi Nome Rec Center 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. “walking time bomb” with a “patho- A $40,000 reward was offered, but licly to Correira’s family for his role. *Hockey-Men’s League Ice Rink 7 p.m. logical sexual problem,” a hatred of after about a month, the intensive Michael Lawson’s lawyer at the time Monday, Feb. 25 women and a drug problem, the An- search abated. dismissed Robert Lawson’s story as *Pick-up Basketball Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. *A.M. Lap Swim Pool 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. chorage Daily News reported Friday. Her body was found near Tal- lies told to distract from his own *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. Lawson was convicted of second- keetna after Lawson’s brother, guilt. Throughout the trial, Michael *XYZ Center Street 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. *Nome Visitor Center Front Street 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. degree murder and tampering with Robert, led authorities to it. Lawson never denied killing Cor- *Kindergym Nome Rec Center 10 a.m. - noon evidence in the May 3, 2003, death The state maintains that Michael reira, though defense attorney Mike *Library Hours Kegoayah Library noon - 8 p.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center noon - 5:30 p.m. of Correira, a 21-year-old college Lawson deliberately killed Correira Moberly maintained it was an acci- *Strength Training Nome Rec Center 12:05 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. student who moved to Anchorage after she walked in while he was cut- dent. Lawson never testified, and the *Northwest Campus Library Northwest Campus 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. *Social Services Class Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. from Nome, where she had spent a ting up cocaine at the apartment defense never offered a clear picture *Audiology Class Prematernal Home 3:30 p.m. year after leaving her home in Tal- complex, where he was the manager, of what it says transpired that night. *Swim Team Pool 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. *Cardio Kick Boxing Nome Rec Center 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. keetna. then called his brother to help ditch *City League Basketball Nome Rec Center 6:15 p.m. - 10 p.m. *Water Aerobics Pool 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. *Tae Kwon Do Nome Rec Center 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. Nome Common Council Council Chambers 7:30 p.m. Located on east Front Tuesday, Feb. 26 *Tennis Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. Street across from *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - noon *Library Hours Kegoayah Library noon - 8 p.m. *Carrie McLain Memorial Museum Front Street noon - 5:30 p.m. National Guard *Tennis Nome Rec Center noon - 1 p.m. *Cardio Kick Boxing Nome Rec Center 12:05 p.m. - 1 p.m. Armory *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. *Northwest Campus Library Northwest Campus 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. *Welcome to the World video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. *Teen Dads video Prematernal Home 2:30 p.m. Take Out *Swim Team Pool 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. *Strength Training Nome Rec Center 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Orders *Lap Swim Pool 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. School Board Work Session Elementary Library 5:30 p.m. Bering Sea Women’s Kawerak Board Room 5:30 p.m. Group Annual Meeting 443-8100 *Hockey-Ages 6-11 Ice Rink 5:30 p.m. *Adult Swim Lessons Pool 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. *Kripalu Yoga Nome Rec Center 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Monday - Saturday • 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. — Sunday • 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. *Nome Food Bank Bering & Seppala 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. *City League Basketball Nome Rec Center 6:15 p.m. - 10 p.m. Subway Daily Specials *Open Swim Pool 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Subway Daily Specials *Hockey-Ages 12-16 Ice Rink 7 p.m. *AA Teleconference: 1-800-914-3396 (CODE: 3534534#) 7 p.m. Sunday — Roasted *Thrift Shop Methodist Church 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ONLY Monday — Turkey/Ham Thursday — B.M.T. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Chicken Breast *Pick-up Basketball Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. Tuesday — Meatball Friday — Tuna *Lap Swim Pool 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Six-Inch Meal Deal *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. Wednesday — Turkey Saturday — Roast Beef *XYZ Center Center Street 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 99 *Nome Visitor Center Front Street 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. $6. *Kindergym Nome Rec Center 10 a.m. - noon *Carrie McLain Memorial Museum Front Street noon - 5:30 p.m. *Rotary Club Polar Cafe noon GOLD COAST CINEMA *Library Hours Kegoayah Library noon - 8 p.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center noon - 10 p.m. *Strength Training Nome Rec Center 12:05 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. 443-8200 *Northwest Campus Library Northwest Campus 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. *Step-parenting video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. Starting Friday, Feb. 22 *Denali Kid Care/Medicaid Class Prematernal Home 2 p.m. *Open Swim Pool 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. *Cadio Kick Boxing Nome Rec Center 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. *Water Aerobics Pool 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Meet the *Tae Kwon Do Nome Rec Center 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. *Hello Central (also on Channel 98) Nome Visitors Center 7:30 p.m. Spartans ( PG--13) 7 p.m. Established in October of 1979 The Bucket List (PG-13) P.O. 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By Diana Haecker wide jewelry businesses have pledged help,” he said. lars and concerns are powerful. The mined gold. “This would enable the Two days before Valentine’s Day, to boycott gold from a particular mine. Numanta Aulukstai had a power- recognition that consumers, through retailer to identify the gold source and retail jewelers announced their sup- Numanta Aulukstai is a coalition ful ally with Earthworks, a national their dollar power, have the ability to so consumers can evaluate where the port for a coalition of Alaskans who of eight village corporations along conservation organization, who in change the mining industry had al- gold comes from,” said Gestring. The aim to protect salmon, clean water the Nushugak River that banded to- conjunction with Oxfam spearheads ready worked with the campaign initiative uses guidelines called and the subsistence way of life from gether to fight for clean water in the No Dirty Gold campaign. So far, against so-called conflict or blood di- Golden Rules, outlining responsible a proposed Anglo/Northern Dynasty the world’s largest salmon spawn- 28 national jewelry chains have amonds, especially out of Africa. mining principles and are based on Pebble mine project. ing area to ensure their subsistence signed on. “Mining, especially in those coun- international human rights laws. The Five of the biggest jewelry chains way of life. Bonnie Gestring, Earthworks’ tries, has huge impacts to communi- rules are posted on the campaign’s in the nation, Tiffany & Co., Ben Hoefferle said that an ad cam- spokesperson for the No Dirty Gold ties,” said Andrews. “The idea with website at www.nodirtygold.org. Bridge Jewelers, Helzberg Dia- paign of Numanta Aulukstai in the campaign, told The Nome Nugget, the No Dirty Gold campaign is to ed- “I am pleased to stand with others monds, Fortunoff and Leber Jewelers National Jewelers trade magazine “The No Dirty Gold campaign is to ucate consumers to ask retailers in the jewelry industry today in an- pledged to permanently protect the paid off in terms that it raised the educate consumers, retailers and the where the gold came from and nouncing our support for protecting Bristol Bay watershed from large- awareness with jewelers about public about the impacts of gold whether it meets the standards in Alaska’s Bristol Bay watershed from scale metal mining by not buying what’s at stake in the area of the mas- mining, and to pressure mining terms of protecting workers, the en- large-scale mining,” said Jon Bridge, any gold from the mine. sive planned Pebble mine. “We took companies to adhere to better min- vironment and the surrounding com- CEO and general counsel of Seattle- According to Terry Hoefferle, exec- a full-page ad out, told the jewelers ing practices including worker munities,” added Andrews. based Ben Bridge Jewelers. “As retail utive director for Numanta Aulukstai about the mine and asked them to safety, clean water and environmen- Currently Earthworks, mining jewelers, we want to be able to tell (Yupik for “Caretakers of the Land), help us,” said Hoefferle. tal responsibility.” companies and jewelers are working our customers that the precious met- this marks the first time that nation- “We now graciously accept their The concept is that consumer dol- on a process to certify responsibly als we use are mined responsibly.” • Court continued from page 1 which is an analysis of other past, present Circuit precedent. wasn’t an alternative they considered, and yet and reasonably foreseeable projects that may Another point of contention is that a draft they have to chose the least damaging practi- under 9th Circuit case law regarding cumula- have incremental environmental impacts Environmental Assessment, which was based cable alternative,” said Clark. In the Environ- tive impacts, and that the court overlooked key when considered with the impacts of the on the gold company’s Environmental Impact mental Impact Document, only three facts regarding the alternatives analysis under Rock Creek project. The Corps stated that Document, was not circulated among the pub- alternatives for the project were discussed, ex- the Clean Water Act and whether a draft envi- there were 50 placer mining projects impact- lic for comment. cluding the alternative that would move the ronmental assessment should have been circu- ing 500 acres without analyzing each proj- The plaintiffs also allege facts were mixed north dump out of the wetlands area. lated for public comment.” ect. The court said that the Corps only had up in the alternative analysis. “We contended The filing will now go before the judges. If The National Environmental Protection to evaluate impacts of projects of similar that the company could move the north rock granted, and a rehearing takes place, the result Act requires a cumulative impacts analysis, magnitude, which is not the test under 9th dump out of the wetlands. The Corps said that could be a new decision. Governor moves Habitat Division back to Fish & Game

By Diana Haecker vided for unbalanced permitting pro- sponse to these concerns.” folks can just walk down the hall to ulations five times, one of the most Exactly five years after former cedures, favoring speedy resource Last year, the Board of Fisheries fish and wildlife experts to discuss important changes being that coastal Gov. Frank Murkowski signed Exec- development permitting procedures expressed concern in a letter to the projects,” said Taylor. Taylor and districts need to designate specific utive Order 107, transferring the over habitat conservation. governor, requesting that Palin re- Lefebvre also recommended that the areas for subsistence. Also, the Habitat Division from Alaska De- The mandate of the Habitat Divi- scind Executive Order 107 and to re- Habitat staff, who had developed rewrite of ACMP statutes has dimin- partment of Fish and Game to the sion is to “protect Alaska’s valuable turn the Habitat Division to ADF&G. close working relationships with the ished the ability of coastal districts to Department of Natural Resources, fish and wildlife resources and their The request came after a board meet- DNR divisions of Oil and Gas and write local enforceable policies. Gov. Sarah Palin ordered to undo the habitats as Alaska’s population and ing in Dillingham, which heard tes- Mining, Land and Water actively The Nome district has completed move and bring back Habitat to its economy continue to expand.” timony of concern over the proposed maintain these relationships. its ACMP rewrite, but to date, the home in ADF&G. Palin spokeswoman Sharon gold and copper Pebble Mine and its “I think DNR did a very good job Bering Strait and the Arctic Slope Palin made the announcement on Leighow told The Nome Nugget, possible impact on world-class in their permitting process,” said districts have not finished the im- Feb. 5, saying that the decision ac- “The DNR commissioner and the salmon spawning water systems. Taylor. “But now the public feels the mense task. knowledges that the responsibilities ADF&G commissioner worked Taylor said that the Pebble Mine balance is restored.” State Sen. Donny Olson, D- of the Habitat Division are better closely together on the review, and developers Anglo and Northern Dy- Most of the statutory responsibil- Golovin, introduced Senate Bill 161 aligned with the overall mission and they—along with the governor— nasty wrote a letter to the commis- ity of the Habitat Division involves with the intent to clarify the criteria structure of ADF&G. agreed that the division could func- sioner saying that they feel that fish salmon streams, maintaining fish for Alaska coastal districts to estab- “We are absolutely committed to tion well in either location.” habitat stipulations of their permits passage and the health of anadro- lish meaningful enforceable policies. the protection of wildlife habitat,” said The commissioners and Palin de- would not be impacted by the move. mous streams. The Habitat Division Olson said that DNR commissioner Palin. “But we are just as committed to cided that the mission and function Taylor and DNR deputy commis- reviews any project that may impact Tom Irwin has acknowledged that responsible development of our other of the Habitat Division were better sioner Dick Lefebvre were tasked to fish and wildlife, coordinates the re- the changes to the ACMP regulations resource industries such as oil and gas, aligned with the overall mission and find out what worked and what view with different divisions in made by the Murkowski administra- mining and timber, and we’re going to structure of ADF&G. “Locating didn’t while Habitat was under DNR. ADF&G, and provides those com- tion contradict both the intent of the make sure that development occurs habitat within ADF&G improves Taylor said they began working from ments to the permitting agency. legislation and the testimony by the through strong oversight and coopera- communications and avoids duplica- late September through November The move is slated to be complete administration in the Legislature. tion between the departments.” tion of efforts and confusion about on the task, and interviewed all of the by July 1. Murkowski overhauled the program, Murkowski removed the division responsibilities,” Leighow said. Habitat staff, many ADF&G staff saying it was a burden on developers. of habitat, named it Office of Habi- Ken Taylor, deputy commissioner and conservation groups. “We then Coastal Management Olson said that his constituents tat Management and Permitting, with ADF&G, told The Nome put together recommendations for Program gets another look feel they have no say in large-scale and put it under the jurisdiction of Nugget that the governor’s decision the governor under both scenarios, to Another change done in 2003 is projects like oil development in the the Department of Natural Re- came after a long review of the ad- move or not to move the habitat divi- also receiving a review. At that time, Chukchi Sea. The topic is hot as both sources, whose mission statement is vantages for both scenarios—leaving sion from DNR,” said Taylor. the Legislature passed sweeping re- lawmakers and Gov. Palin last week to “develop, conserve and enhance Habitat at DNR or moving it back to With the decision made in favor forms to the Alaska Coastal Manage- applauded a record lease sale in the natural resources for present and fu- ADF&G. of the move back to ADF&G, 38 po- ment Program. The law removed air Chukchi Sea. The Federal Minerals ture Alaskans.” “There was a strong public per- sitions are now going back to and water quality issues from the co- Management Service announced the The move was widely criticized ception that fish and wildlife re- ADF&G, out of which 17 staff are to ordinated review of projects for con- huge lease sale in the Chukchi Sea on by fishermen, the Board of Fisheries sources are more appropriately physically move out of a DNR sistency with ACMP standards. Feb. 6. 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By Sandra L. Medearis reducing the charge from first-degree murder. this possibility, and that dropping Christina was agreed that if the jury found Johnson guilty A jury convicted Frank R. Johnson of Takak had been slated for a separate trial. not a cause of death that would absolve John- of homicide, the jury would fill out a special manslaughter in 2005 for failing to take action In a statement to an investigating Alaska son of criminal responsibility. form specifying the cause of death. The jury to protect his infant daughter from the life- State Trooper, Takak said she had not fed Following Christina’s death, the state pros- acquitted Johnson of second-degree murder, threatening abuse from her mother, Heather Christina and had dropped her in the bed- ecuted Johnson for second-degree murder, but found him guilty of the lesser charge of Takak. The panel said Johnson was aware that room of the couple's Unalakleet home. “I based on a parent’s duty to protect a child from manslaughter. The special verdict form asked the mother was subjecting the infant to pro- dropped her on purpose. I was in the bed- physical harm. Prosecutor Rick Svobodny al- the jurors to say whether the death had re- longed starvation. However, the jury found room. I dropped her twice.” Takak said. leged that Johnson had violated his duty to pro- sulted from (1) starvation; (2) head trauma; that the infant ultimately died, not from star- “These were the most disturbing photos I tect his daughter by failing to take action even (3) a combination of the two. The jury found vation, but rather because the mother inten- have experienced, to see that tiny, emaciated though he knew Takak was withholding food. unanimously that Christina’s death came tionally dropped the infant on her head a few little girl. It was truly shocking,” Esch said, from head trauma. days before her death, inflicting fatal skull and “She had been subjected to abuse for a long pe- He didn’t know brain injuries. riod of time being starved to death.” In his trial, held in Unalakleet, Johnson con- Not enough evidence Thus Johnson entered a motion for acquittal In July 2005 at the father’s trial, village tended that he hadn’t been around the baby Then Johnson asked the Superior Court saying he could not have foreseen that Takak health aides testified that in the clinic that enough to know she was being starved and pro- to grant him a judgment of acquittal, saying would, in his absence, drop the baby. Nome morning, Christina, who was almost 11 months duced witnesses that said he had been away for although the state may have proved he reck- Superior Court Judge Ben J. Esch agreed there old and weighed less than 8 pounds, looked long periods. Additionally, he provided a med- lessly ignored the risk that Takak may have was insufficient evidence to support the con- like a 3-month-old child. Ella Agibnik, com- ical expert who said that the head injury was starved the baby until she died, the special clusion that Johnson was aware of the risk munity health aide, told the court when Dr. Sai the sole cause of death, and that even if she had verdict said that her death had resulted from Takak would assault the child, but denied Ling Liu introduced a light into a tube in the not been starving, the injury alone would have the head injury. The state had not presented Johnson an acquittal. Esch ruled Johnson baby’s trachea, Agibnik could see the light killed her. sufficient evidence that Johnson knew of could have a new trial because two different through the infant’s chest. Johnson’s attorney, Kirsten Bey, argued that the risk that Takak would physically assault parts of the verdict seemed contrary to each In Johnson’s case, the appellate court had even if he had known the baby was being the infant. other. The state court of appeals on Feb. 1 re- to decide whether the father could validly starved, he could not know that the mother The Appellate Court found that in face of versed Esch, ruling out a new trial for Johnson be convicted of criminal homicide when the would otherwise physically assault her. the day-by-day starvation, a reasonable per- and directing Esch to sentence him on life-threatening conduct that ultimately Following Christina’s death, the state pros- son could conclude that Takak might resort to manslaughter. caused the infant's death (dropping her) was ecuted Johnson for second-degree murder. other abuse. Christina Nicole Johnson, a New Year’s not the same type of life-threatening con- The state based prosecution on a parent’s duty Christina was a premature baby, described baby born Jan. 1, 2003, died in a village clinic duct of which the father was aware (the pro- to protect their child from physical harm. The by a pediatrician witness as “high mainte- in Unalakleet in November that year. During longed starvation). state alleged that Johnson had violated his nance.” Unalakleet witnesses testified they had Johnson’s 2005 trial, state medical examiner Based on the Alaska Supreme Court’s analy- duty to protect Christina by failing to take ac- seen Takak infrequently, and she had the baby Franc Fallico testified that the infant died from sis of another case, the appellate court con- tion even though he knew that Takak was sub- covered, saying it was asleep. prolonged starvation that left her body with no cluded that the jury could reasonably decide jecting Christina to life-threatening starvation. Another child in the home, a 5-year-old son, fat in it and her muscles atrophied. that, in light of the baby’s mother’s prolonged The state acknowledged that Christina had received nutrition and care. starvation of her infant child, it was reasonably suffered head trauma when Takak dropped her Johnson may come before the Nome court Mother serving time foreseeable that the mother might also resort to on the floor, but the state’s medical witness tes- within a month for sentencing, or he may de- Christina’s mother, Heather Takak, then 24, physical attacks on the infant. tified that Christina’s death was the joint result cide to take his case before the state Supreme began serving a 20-year sentence for Therefore, the jury could reasonably con- of the head trauma and the prolonged starvation. Court for a review, a process that could take manslaughter in August 2006 after a plea deal clude that the father was reckless concerning In setting the jury instructions, the parties a year or more, according to court staff. Governor signs bill clearing way for Foster to receive kidney

Gov. Sarah Palin signed House islative staffer. Legislature, eliminates the limit on Legislative Ethics Act. fered to donate one of her kidneys. Bill 317 Feb 13 in Juneau, giving the The bill, sponsored by Rep. John compassionate gifts that a legisla- The bill was drafted in an effort The operation is tentatively sched- green light for Nome Rep. Richard Coghill and co-sponsored by 56 tor or legislative employee may so- to assist Rep. Foster, to whom leg- uled to happen in late April. Foster to receive a kidney from a leg- other members of the Alaska State licit, accept or receive under the islative aide Sue Stancliff has of- • Bankruptcy continued from page 1 The victims may dispute this position, as it would not include assets from the parishes ruptcy court supervises the reorganization of in the overall tally. The church doesn’t plan the company’s debt obligations. If the busi- “I firmly believe that Chapter 11 on closing any parishes or the Catholic ness’ debts are greater than its assets, the Schools of Fairbanks. creditors end up with the ownership of the In a statement to fellow Catholics, Bishop newly organized business. is the best way for the Diocese to Kettler wrote, “I continue to express my deep Kettler had floated the idea of filing for sorrow and regret to anyone harmed by Church Chapter 11 last summer. “It now seems the workers. Indeed, in our own individual ways, fairest and most pastoral resolution to seek a work constructively with those we have all been wounded by past misconduct consensual plan for reorganization,” he said. of clergy, staff and volunteers. “While filing for reorganization is not my first who have been harmed.” “I firmly believe that Chapter 11 is the best choice, I believe that at this time this is the best way for the Diocese to work constructively way to bring all parties together and to provide with those who have been harmed—those who for fair and equitable treatment of all who have – Bishop Donald Kettler have pursued compensation and those who been harmed.” have not; those who are currently known and In addition to the failed settlement talks, those who have not yet made the decision to Kettler quoted the high legal costs for his deci- come forward,” wrote Kettler. sion to file. Ric Schmidt said, “We plan on operating as keep folks informed.” Kettler ends his open letter to parishes ask- The Fairbanks Diocese is the nation’s usual.” Schmidt told The Nome Nugget that Schmidt said that the bishop has asked the ing for prayers. “Please pray for me, for one an- largest in geographical terms, extending to KNOM raises its own funds, but the Bishop station to count their assets. Now it’s up to other, and for all those among us who are more than 400,000 square miles with 46 owns everything and oversees the operation the judge and the court to determine how the hurting,” he wrote. parishes. It is the only Diocese in the nation of KNOM. reorganization of the Diocese will look, The next step entails that the Diocese work to fall under the Catholic Church’s mission- “The radio station was founded specifically Schmidt said. He added that there are no with the committee of creditors to come up ary wing. As part of the missionary task, for missionary purposes,” said Schmidt. “Now plans to lay off staff. with a re-organization plan to settle the Poole started the radio station KNOM in 1971 it’s also a community station. If something The Diocese of Fairbanks issued a statement claims. The law gives the Diocese the right to in Nome. The Bishop owns the license to happens, you’ll hear it on KNOM. If the to their parishes, saying, “It is our position that come up with a plan within 120 days of the broadcast, but KNOM operates financially in- power goes out in town, we are still up and the parish property is not part of the Diocese filing. Kettler expects the filing to take place dependent from the diocese. Station Manager operating with our emergency generator to and not part of the Chapter 11 filing.” within five weeks. • Habitat continued from page 4 Eni expects to drill 70 wells to re- amount of the bids would indicate groups include the Alaska Wilder- Northern Alaska Environmental cover 180 million barrels of oil. that the oil companies sure think so.” ness League, Center for Biological Center, Oceana, Pacific Environ- record $2.66 billion for leases cover- According to MMS estimates, the A coalition of Alaska Natives and Diversity, National Audubon Society, ment, Sierra Club and The Wilder- ing 2.8 million acres in the Chukchi Chukchi holds 15 billion barrels of conservation groups filed a lawsuit in Natural Resources Defense Council, ness Society. Sea on Alaska’s outer continental conventionally recoverable oil and federal court on Feb. 1, challenging shelf. That shattered the old lease 77 trillion cubic feet of natural gas. oil drilling in the Chukchi Sea, say- sale record of $2 billion. “I especially Those numbers are roughly compa- ing that 30 million acres of polar applaud Shell for its continued com- rable to the North Slope oil fields in bear, walrus and whale habitat are mitment to responsible resource de- the Prudhoe Bay area. now opened to oil and gas develop- velopment in Alaska,” Palin said. Although the State of Alaska does ment. The lawsuit alleges that the “Shell continues to play a major part not profit tax-wise from the sale, federal Minerals Management Serv- in meeting the world’s growing en- lawmakers hailed the sale. “This is ice did not adequately weigh the im- ergy needs, and we are pleased this excellent news for Alaska’s oil pacts that oil and gas activities would company continues to include Alaska patch,” said Rep. John Harris, R- have on wildlife like polar bears or in its plans.” Valdez. “While any oil produced on Native villages along Alaska's Shell, ConocoPhillips, Norwegian would be outside the Petroleum North Slope. Advertise in the oil giant Statoil Hydro, Iona Energy, Profit state tax structure, we do share A coalition made up of the Native Nome Nugget and Repsol E&P USA and Northern in federal revenues and any develop- Village of Point Hope, the City of America Civil Recovery Arbitrage ment and production will put Point Hope, the Inupiat Community you’ll reach readers Corp. all bid on the leases. Alaskans to work. We should all be of the Arctic Slope, and REDOIL The sale also attracted Italian oil optimistic that this promising oil (Resisting Environmental Destruc- From Icy View Find the entire Nugget, company Eni, which recently an- prospect will contribute to the tion on Indigenous Lands) represent ads and all, online at nounced it would invest $1.45 billion longevity of our production and the Alaska Native plaintiffs in the developing the Nikaitchuq oil field. transportation facilities. The record case. The plaintiff conservation to Istanbul. www.nomenugget.net 6 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008LOCAL THE NOME NUGGET Andrews hands over the reins at 1-297th Infantry Battalion to Woyte “… And the Army goes rolling Storm in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait along. Count out the cadence loud with the First “Tiger” Brigade of and strong.” The sound of marching the Second Armored Division. feet and a hup, two, three Feb. 13 Upon completion of the Signal Of- signaled a battalion Change of Com- ficers Advance Course and Ranger mand ceremony at the National school in 1992 he was assigned to Guard Armory in Nome. Ft. Wainwright. The 1-297th Infantry Battalion is In 1996 he ended his Regular now under the command of Lt. Col. Army career and joined the Alaska John F. Woyte. Air National Guard at Elmendorf. Brigadier Gen. Randy Banez, He then transferred to the Alaska 207th Group Commander, offici- Army National Guard at Camp Car- ated at the Change of Command roll and was assigned as the Re- from outgoing Commander Lt. Col. cruiting Operations Officer and Chip E. Andrews to incoming com- Executive Officer for the University mander Woyte. of Alaska Fairbanks ROTC pro- Lt. Col. Andrews has been in gram. He deployed with the Nome command of the 297th since April 1-207th to Camp Bucca, Iraq, in 2004 and deployed with them to September 2005. Camp Bucca, Iraq, in September Lt. Col. Woyte is a graduate of the 2005. This was the first time since University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee World War II that a battalion of the with a bachelor’s degree in geogra- Alaska Army National Guard de- phy. He is a graduate of the Signal ployed into a combat zone. An- Officers Basic Course, the Signal drews is retiring from the Guard and Infantry Officers Advanced and hopes to visit the Nome area in Courses, the Combined Army Serv- the future to enjoy fishing on the ices Staff School and Command and Pilgrim River and basking in Ser- General Staff College. His awards pentine Hot Springs. and decorations include the Bronze The 1-297th’s new commander, Star, the Meritorious Service Medal Lt. Col. Woyte, and his family (with Oak Leaf Cluster), the Army have been in Nome since June Commendations Medal (with V), the 2005. He and his wife, Robyn, Iraq Campaign Medal, Southwest have three children, Stephen, 7, Asia Service Medal, Defense of Grace, 4, and Sophia, 1. He said Saudi Arabia Medal, Kuwait Libera- the Fourth of July Front Street tion Medal, National Defense Serv- games made Nome feel like a spe- ice Medal, Ranger Tab, parachutist cial place for him. Badge and Air Assault Badge. Lt. Col. Woyte originally en- listed in the U.S. Coast Guard Re- serves in 1983 and later received PUTTING A SWORD TO GOOD an Army ROTC scholarship and USE—Lt. Col. John Woyte uses a attended the University of Wiscon- sword Feb. 13 to cut a cake com- sin-Milwaukee. In 1986 he gradu- memorating his installation as ated as a Distinguished Military commander of the 1-297th In- Graduate and was commissioned fantry Battalion. His son, Stephen, as a Second Lieutenant in the 7, and daughter, Grace, 4, help Army Signal Corps. He served in with the task at the Army National Operation Desert Shield/Desert Guard Armory in Nome. Photo by Tyler Rhodes Photo by Tyler • NSEDC continued from page 1 overall were closer to a part-time which originally read: “Being em- basis as anticipated.” ployed by or providing services president (employee of NSEDC) and Harrelson has retained his posi- under an exclusive contract to board member and if not, why not?” tion as Village Public Safety Officer NSEDC or any NSEDC subsidiary.” Harrelson replied, in part, “After in White Mountain while serving as A copy of the amended item j ap- consulting with legal counsel, the president of NSEDC. NSEDC’s poli- proved by the NSEDC board last The Nome Arts board determined that the company’s cies manual lists 17 duties of the month and provided to The Nome Council Presents… conflict of interest policies, which president (who also is chief execu- Nugget last week by Harrelson reads: would preclude most employees tive officer) that encompass supervi- “Being employed by or providing from serving on the board, would not sion and control of all the business services under an exclusive contract prevent the chairman of the board and affairs of the corporation. After to NSEDC or any NSEDC subsidiary A public reading and reception with from also serving as the company the board elected Harrelson presi- in any position other than as president president” (Nov. 22, 2007 ed., p. 6). dent, bylaws were changed with as- of NSEDC.” The board also approved sistance from attorney Margaret related changes to a bylaw and a rule visiting Homer writer Eva Saulitis. Presidency called Russell to allow Harrelson to dele- to clear the way for any board mem- part-time job gate day-to-day management duties ber to serve in a paid position as pres- Enjoy entertainment by local musicians between readings! In the same edition of The Nugget, to a chief executive officer. (NSEDC ident, but due to an apparent clerical Harrelson said he is compensated on paid legal fees of $230,216 in 2006, error, the exact wording of the amend- Friday, Feb. 22•7 p.m. a part-time basis for his work as pres- $209,896 of that amount for manage- ments was not available in time to in- ident. However, NSEDC’s 2006 ment and general, which includes the clude in this report. Harrelson and Nome Elementary Form 990 return to the Internal Rev- board, and $20,320 for program Dean Peterson of Golovin, vice chair- enue Service estimated that Harrel- services, according to the corpora- man of the board, abstained from the School Commons son as board chairman and president tion’s 2006 Form 990 report to the roll call vote on a motion to approve worked 45 hours per week. The 2006 Internal Revenue Service.) amendments as recommended by * Join this fun, FREE and inspiring Form 990 listed all other directors as Harrelson subsequently delegated Leman to allow a board member to working five hours per week. Asked day-to-day management duties to take a paid position as president. night with essayist, poet and biologist to explain the discrepancy between CEO Eugene Asicksik at NSEDC’s Eva Saulitis as she shares her newest his statement that he is compensated headquarters office in Anchorage. Peterson’s conflict part-time as president and the 45- Until October 2006 Asicksik had of interest noted Alaskan writings and pulls you into hour week estimated on NSEDC’s served for 11 years as both president Peterson is known to have 2006 IRS return, Harrelson replied: and CEO, for which he was paid worked on a short-term contract for the world of creative non-fiction. “In response to the inquiry regard- $165,000 in 2006. He resigned as an NSEDC subsidiary, Norton * Plus, enjoy the creative songwriting ing my time, I was elected president CEO Dec. 31, 2007. The board is re- Sound Seafood Products, while sit- in October 2006 and, as is the case cruiting for his replacement while ting as a board member. At the an- and singing by some Nome musicians with any new position, it required a Janis Ivanoff, NSEDC’s vice presi- nual directors’ meeting Nov. 2, to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of significant time commitment up- dent, serves as interim CEO. 2007, Don Stiles of Nome cited Pe- front. The 45 hours listed on the terson’s contract with NSSP as a the Alaska Quarterly Review. 2006 tax return includes time spent Board adopts attorney’s conflict of interest in relation to Pe- traveling to and from Anchorage and recommendations terson’s membership on the board’s Seattle, reading material, taking Guided by recommendations from Fisheries Development Committee. phone calls, participating in telecon- attorney Andrew Leman, on Jan. 25 Stiles pointed out the committee ferences, etc. In addition, as Presi- the NSEDC board approved amend- makes many decisions related to dent, I attended both the board and ments to bylaws and rules to allow fisheries, and said Peterson’s con- staff trainings and participate[d] in any of its members to serve in a paid flict of interest would always be the budget preparation process, all of position as president of the corpora- there. Peterson indicated that he which occurred in that time period. tion. Section VII of the policies man- had declared his conflict of interest, Although the 45 hours is just ual, “Conflicts of Interest,” but added that since he works for a NSEDC’s estimate of my time for admonishes directors to avoid ques- month for NSSP he would ask to be those two months in 2006, it is sup- tionable practices or practices that removed from the Fisheries Devel- ported by the number of meetings I present the appearance of a conflict. opment Committee. Stiles com- attended and trips taken as reflected Situations the manual says may lead mented, “In light of all the Sponsored by the Alaska State Council on the Arts, Nome Community in my travel records and NSEDC’s to a conflict of interest and thus corruption trials, it’s best if we Schools, the Northwest College Campus and the Nome Arts Council. calendar. I believe my 2007 hours should be avoided include item j, don’t go there.” THE NOME NUGGET education THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008 7 Headstart highlights Eskimo Heritage activities By Katie Bourdon fabric dry fish and mixed paper We especially enjoyed the visitors During the last week of January, berries into Eskimo ice cream. in the classroom. June Koonuk came Head Start’s theme was Highlighting In the water lab, students used to help the students make Eskimo ice Heritage. rods for fishing. cream using frozen berries, yogurt The students really enjoy this In the science lab, there were and sugar. theme since many of the activities Ivory soap bars for carving. Nils Hahn visited the classroom they do at home become the fun ac- In the art lab, the students created with his lead dog Hobsi and his tivities in the classroom. colorful parkas with fabric squares daughter Lizzy. It was a memorable In the drama lab, students cut dry and pieces of fur. week!

Photos by Katie Bourdon left STIRRED— Trinity Najera-Yuman stirs Eskimo ice cream as William Noyakuk-Taka waits patiently for his turn to mix it up. Photo by Katie Bourdon MASSAGE, PLEASE— Nils Hahn’s lead dog and Iditarod veteran right Hobsi enjoyed a backrub by little hands of Kawerak Headstart students. VERY BERRY— Joshua Keller pours berries into the bowl while Xander Ferreira, left, and Stephine West, Hahn visited the Headstart program during Eskimo Heritage week to right, watch carefully. talk about mushing and dogs. Would you like to be part of history? House an Iditarod musher! If you have a spare bed in your home and would like to house a musher, please call Deborah Menendez at 800-580-2080, (915) 591-2080 or (915) 494-2735, or [email protected]. If I don’t answer the phone, please leave a message and I will get back to you. 2/21-28, 3/6

More visitors plan their trips with Alaska's Official State Vacation Planner and Visitor Info Website: TravelAlaska.com Photo by Peggy Fagerstrom GOING TO MARS— Twelve JROTC cadets at Nome-Beltz High School logged in at NASA’s Space Explor- ers school support unit in Indiana. Their mission was to successfully launch a Delta 1 rocket bearing scientific instruments bound for the planet Mars. JROTC goes on Mars mission By Jon Wehde Strickland and Deep Space Engineer just to say “hi.” Nome’s Mission An elite group of Nome-Beltz Jared Trigg. controller in Indiana worked with the JROTC cadets broke new ground for “We wanted to take this group into team to solve problems as the flight their school by staging the live first a whole new type of leadership edu- team encountered them. online simulation using a group of 12 cation training environment, ” Beltz One hour and 10 minutes or 155 participants. The Nome-Beltz Young SAI Major Grennon said. simulated days into the mission the Engineers of Alaska, under the com- “When we got our grant from Nome students had met every chal- mand of Mission Manager Cadet NASA last fall the Mars Mission lenge and inserted the spacecraft into Lieutenant Colonel Josh Head, simulation presented the perfect op- orbit over Mars. The situation inten- s 450,000 Vacation Planners logged in with their mission con- portunity to put 12 students into a sified at that moment when problems delivered to highly qualified troller at NASA’s Space Explorers safe situation that would challenge with spacecraft braking process sur- school support unit in Indiana last their team skills and ability to make faced, indicating the entry speed for potential visitors month. decisive choices.” achieving low Mars orbit was too Their mission was to successfully Mrs. Marten’s classroom, which fast. s TravelAlaska.com logged over launch a Delta 1 rocket bearing sci- houses 25 computers, was converted Despite a flurry of commands and entific instruments bound for the in a mission control room just like inputs from the various flight team 1 million unique visitors in 2007 planet Mars. Joining Cadet LTC NASA has in Houston at the Johnson members in Nome, the Delta 1 Head in the high school computer lab Space Center. At exactly 4:30 p.m. rocket vehicle was lost in high orbit, s Ads starting at only $225 were Public Affairs Officer Kyle Josh Head and Gregory Saclamana breaking up into a fireball 38 miles Griemsmann, Propulsion System En- logged their team into the care of a above the planet surface. gineer Landis Bjorgen, Thermals live controller in the Lower 48 who The Lower 48 controller thanked Contact ATIA's Sales Team Systems Engineer Jessica Sacla- was standing by for the Nome mis- Nome and wished them well on fu- mana, Electrical Systems Engineer sion pre-launch countdown. Each ture missions. Needless to say, this   !4)! sWWW!LASKA4)!ORGPLANNER Frank Krier, Science Payload Engi- Young Engineer was seated at their group is planning their second mis- ADVERTISING !LASKA4)!ORG neer Barnaby Longley, Software En- own station, and under the supervi- sion with the can-do optimism Nome gineer Ricky Wideman, Attitude sion of the Mission Manager, made has come to expect from JROTC Control Engineer Victoria Richards, calculations and data entries that re- cadets of the Nanook Battalion. The Trajectory Design Engineer Roxane sulted in a successful rocket launch group expressed their appreciation to Ozenna, Mission Operations Officer they could see on their screens. As Major Grennon, Mr. Wehde, Mrs. Gregory Saclamana, Communica- the simulation progressed, the team Schobert and Mrs. Martens for all tions Officer Tara Richards, Deep members could chat online with their help to make this activity one Space Network Specialist Donna Space Explorers to solve problems or they will remember. #ORDOVA3TREET 3UITEs!NCHORAGE !+  8 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008Sports THE NOME NUGGET

Photos by Diana Haecker left RESTARTING— Tre West, front, and his father Jim West Jr. start from Nome en route to Fairbanks. top THE FARLEY BOYS— Team 36, Harvey and Chugie Farley, com- pleted their rookie Iron Dog race in a bit over 70 hours. right WRENCH TIME— At the Public Works garage, all incoming teams were timed on the repair and maintenance of their machines. below RIDERS— Iron Dog competitors started in waves from Nome.

McKenna and Quam win 25th Iron Dog By Diana Haecker pulled into Fairbanks after 47 hours, Dog race into Nome on Tuesday, Arctic Cat team Marc McKenna three minutes and 40 seconds riding Feb.12, after what they called a of Anchorage and Eric Quam of time. nearly flawless run from Big Lake. Eagle River took the win of the 25th Team West, father Jim Jr. and son However, mechanical problems Tesoro Iron Dog snowmachine race Tre, riding Arctic Cats arrived in arose for 25-year-old Olstad and 28- from Big Lake to Nome to Fair- Fairbanks at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, year-old Minnick, and the team that Cast your vote for Tammy Gologergen! banks. Team 14 pulled into Fair- finishing in 14th place with a trail raked in the halfway awards at Hello, my name is Tammy Gologergen banks on Saturday at 12:41 p.m. The time of 62 hours, 53 minutes and 1 Wednesday’s Halfway Banquet at and I have been nominated as one of the race champions crossed the finish second. They were followed by fel- the Mini Convention Center was All Alaska Sweepstakes Queen line after 42 hours, 33 minutes and low Nomeites Harvey and Chugie forced to scratch in Galena with a contestants. I would appreciate your 40 seconds on the trail. Runners-up Farley, who finished their rookie Iron blown engine. are team 18, Fairbanksian Dwayne Dog race on their Ski Doos in 70 Runner-up into Nome, team 8, vote! To check out my autobiography, Drake and Andy George of Wasilla, hours, 38 minutes and 57 seconds, Tyler Aklestad and Tyson Johnson, visit www.allalaskasweepstakes.org. who finished after 43 hours, 55 min- bringing them to 15th place. also ended up scratching in Tanana One vote equals $5. To submit votes, contact utes and 17 seconds on the trail. Leaving the halfway point of the due to severe snowmachine damage. Tammy @ 304-2721, Lena Brizuela @ NSHC The top Nome finishers were team world’s longest 2,000-mile snowma- To round out the top scratches, Dental Dept., 443-3309, Lisa Merchant @ 304- 11 driving Ski Doo Rev XP ma- chine race, all eyes were on team 16, Nomeite Evan Booth and his partner 1021, or Sharon Sparks @ 443-5485 in the chines, John Bahnke III with his Nick Olstad and Todd Minnick. The Shane Barber scratched 36 hours, 44 evenings. The winner will be determined by the partner Brad Reich of Kiana. They Wasilla team had led the Tesoro Iron minutes and 35 seconds into the race greatest number of votes. in Ruby, citing mechanical problems. Nomeite Lahka Peacock and his Bering Sea Women’s partner Dan Paajanen ended up Group Annual Meeting scratching in Unalakleet on their way NEC Mini Mukluk to Fairbanks. Calvin Gooden of Bering Sea Women’s Group annual Nome made it to the halfway point, basketball Tournament meeting will be held Feb. 26, 2008 at but scratched in Nome. Fred Otten of 5:30 p.m. at the Kawerak Board Room Nome scratched 14 hours into the on Seppala Drive. Bering Sea Women’s Group Board is race at McGrath. Nomeite Jade responsible for the operation of a shelter in Nome. The shelter Greene, with partner Unch Schuerch provides services for victims of violent crimes and other forms also scratched in McGrath. of abuse for Nome and the surrounding Bering Strait villages. A team running consistently with Applications will be accepted for vacant Board seats to the top five teams in this 25th Iron represent Nome and villages from the Bering Strait region. Dog race was last year’s champions If you would like to receive an application, please call Sadie Scott Davis of Soldotna and Todd Reddaway at 443-2836 or Ann Whalin at 304-1347. 2/21-28; 3/6 Palin, Governor Sarah Palin’s hus- band. Despite dramatic crashes and a broken arm, the team finished in Bering Strait fourth place. Palin had hit a barrel March 10-14 hidden under fresh snow. The crash School District sent the First Dude flying through Registration is FREE the air for 70 feet. After getting 2008 Activity Calendar checked out and repairing Palin’s Directors: Mike Hajdukovich & Al Sokiatis machine, the team resumed the race. Feb. 22- 23 • Girls Basketball Feb. 22-23 • Boys Basketball He continued on to Fairbanks for • Games @ Nome Elementary School White Mtn. @ Shishmaref Shaktoolik @ Golovin the remaining 400 miles to find out Golovin @ Wales Brevig Mission @ Elim • Open to Jr. & Sr. High students in the there that his arm was broken. Koyuk @ Teller Teller @ St. Michael Bering Straits region Unalakleet @ Pt. Hope Pt. Hope @ Unalakleet Of 42 teams that left the start line Pilot Station @ Savoonga Stebbins @ Pilot Station in Big Lake on Feb. 10, only 16 • Register @ Nome Eskimo Community Chevak @ Stebbins Savoonga @ Chevak teams finished the race. • Contact Melissa or Niaomi @ 443.2246 Feb. 25-29 Feb. 27 - March 1 Alaska Close-Up @Juneau Academic Decathlon @ Anchorage for more information THE NOME NUGGET Sports THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008 9 Nanook boys, girls overwhelm Dillingham at home, on the road

Nome JV Girls 34 - Dillingham JV 28 ond half. The Lady Nanooks sea- Boys will next play at Kotzebue Hillary Stiles made three 3-point son record improved to 13-6 with next weekend. baskets in the third quarter to help the victory. the Nanooks overcome an 18-7 half- Next home event time deficit. Elizabeth Luce led the Nome JV Boys 76 - Dillingham JV 40 The Lady Nanooks will host the Nanooks with 10 points and Stiles Jeremiah Johnson scored 18 Kotzebue Huskies this weekend. finished with 9. points to lead the JV Boys to a vic- The game schedule is listed below. tory over the Dillingham JV. This will be Nome’s senior girls’ last Nome Varsity Girls 39 - Dillingham 29 home games. The Nome girls defeated the Nome Varsity Boys 87 - Dillingham 57 Senior girls on the Lady Nanooks Dillingham Wolverines 39-29 in Jeremy Head scored 21 points in are: Bev Krier, Jessica Luce, Nome on Friday night. Melissa the second half on his way to a Melissa Samuels, Joie Koweluk and Samuels led the Nanooks with 12 game-high 33 points to lead the Amber Otton. points. The Lady Nanooks outscored Nanooks to victory. Junior Jesse Dillingham 8-2 in the fourth quarter Blandford scored 27, including his Friday game schedule to ensure the victory. 1,000th career point in a Nanook 4:15 p.m.: Junior High Boys Varsity uniform. Intrasquad Nome JV Girls 34 - Dillingham 28 5:30 p.m.: JV Girls vs Kotzebue Hillary Stiles scored 11 of her Nome JV Boys 59 - Dillingham JV 28 7 p.m.: Varsity Girls vs Kotzebue game-high 12 points in the second Christian Leckband scored 16 to half to help the Lady Nanooks JV lead the JV boys to another victory Saturday game schedule team to a close win over the over the Dillingham JV Boys. 2:30 p.m.: Junior High Girls In- Wolverines. Kailynn Kasheverof trasquad added 8. Nome Varsity Boys 59 - Dillingham 31 3:30 p.m.: Junior High Boys In- The Nome Boys jumped out to a trasquad Nome Varsity Girls 46 - Dillingham 32 27-8 lead versus Dillingham and 4:30 p.m.: JV Girls vs Kotzebue The Nome Lady Nanooks never looked back. Jordan Miller 6 p.m.: Junior High Girls Intrasquad outscored Dillingham 29-14 in the led the Nanooks with 16. Jeremy 7 p.m.: Varsity Girls vs Kotzebue second half to break open a game Head, Josh Head, and Jesse Bland- *Senior girls last home game that was close at the half. Vanessa ford also reached double figures for Tahbone and Melissa Samuels the Nanooks. The Nanooks season Nanooks on the road teamed up to score 16 of their com- record improved to 16-3 with the The Nome Boys will play at Kotze- bined 18 points in the decisive sec- sweep of the Wolverines. The Nome bue this weekend.

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All Signs: This week begins with some difficulties I think you should just let this go for the moment. If QUEEN CONTESTANT— (with authority figures) however, the week hums you sense a gulf between you and someone else, Tammy Gologergen. along in an up and down way in terms of energy don’t try to build the bridge. Wait a few days because and happy feelings versus self-doubt. It’s nothing the material might go on sale. Timing is everything. we can’t handle. The heaviest aspect is an acknowl- Resist your urge to criticize. To carp or not to carp edgment of how life works. No matter how close that is the question. (And you know the answer.) “When my father ran the race, I we are to someone, we’re born alone and we die was inspired by him when I was alone. Bummer! How unfair to work hard for hous- Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) seven years old, to be a part of it es, beautiful things, achievements, loving family Health challenges and possibly challenges to your job relationships, partnerships, success, fame and are discouraging this weekend. (“I’m navel lint.”) some day, ” Ahmasuk said. “I would attainment and then find out you can’t take any- Don’t let this get you down. Just remind yourself that love to support the mushers at the thing with you! Like whaat? (I hate smelling the now or very soon (and certainly at some point this coffee.) And yes, sure dreams are free—but there's year) you’re going to enter a year long phase where start line when they take off down the a small charge for alterations. you enjoy your home way more! Your family life will trail from Nome to Candle and back be happy and rewarding. You’ll be buying things to Aries (March 21-April 19) create a more beautiful home for yourself, and real on the Worlds Oldest Long Distance Life might give you a sobering reality check. You estate development and investment will be profitable Race.” might feel lonely or cut off from others. The tricky as well. Concentrate on this lovely potential. In the Tammy Gologergen said she also part is this is not an illusion. You are alone! We’re all meantime, do whatever you can to boost your health separate beings. The deep realization of this (one of and sense of well-being. Start jogging in front of the finds it exciting to be in the centen- those paralyzing epiphanies or flashes of “so this is fridge. (Your rewards will be so handy!) nial running of the All Alaska Sweep- how life works”) can be overwhelming at times. Fortunately, there’s always dark chocolate or a great Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) stakes. “It is a historic race and I want Shiraz to help one move on. Don’t get hung up on Relationships with children are challenging right to be a part of it.” this. Keep in mind that your mantra for this year is: now for Scorpio parents or teachers. Whatever you “Nothing succeeds like the appearance of success!” try is blocked by circumstances, obstacles and dif- The effort will not only raise Lucky Jupiter is at the top of your chart for the first ficulties beyond your control. Just don't give up. money for the finishers, but also con- time in 12 years, and it’s there all year! (Victor Hugo Keep on trying. Think of how a child learns to said, “Everything bows to success, even grammar.”) walk. They fall a lot, but if you’re lucky—they tribute to the merry melee of the his- eventually run away from home. (Do I have to say toric sled dog race. Taurus (April 20-May 20) that this is a joke? I adore my kids and welcomed Esther Birdsall Darling, who Difficulties with others might cramp your style them every one of the 17 times they returned home right now or discourage you in some way. to live.) Romance is stressed right now. (But lo! fielded a team in the All Alaska (“Nobody loves me.”) This sort of thing happens to What light through yonder monitor breaks? A mes- Sweepstakes of old, described the everybody now and then. We don’t advertise it. We sage from my true love?) Be patient with domestic pretend no one notices. (And generally, nobody stresses. You are invincible! pageantry of the queen’s arrival on does.) But it’s tough on one’s morale. If someone race day. criticizes you now or blocks you in some way, espe- Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) cially with romance, creativity, sports or working Relations with parents and bosses are dicey this “Presently the merry jingle of with children—phfft!—give this little thought. weekend. It’s hard to keep everyone happy both at bells, and loud shouts, announced the When the annals of history are written, this is home and in your career. You feel too challenged approach of the Royal Sled. Covered peanuts. In fact, bosses, parents, teachers, VIPs and trying to juggle everything! What you’re trying to authority figures in your life will speak highly of establish is a happy balance between your obliga- with magnificent wolf robes…the you this week. You might even get a raise! tions to others and your own needs and wants nec- Queen of the North dashed up to the essary to keep you happy. (“Hey, I have rights Gemini (May 21-June 20) too!”) The problem is this seems to be impossible Royal Box…in one hand she carried Relations with authority figures are not great at the to do right now. And you know what? I think you’re a quaintly carved scepter of ivory, moment. On Sunday the 24th, you’re in the middle right. Therefore, meet your basic obligations to oth- Photo courtesy of All Alaska Sweepstakes of the squeeze play. You can’t keep everyone ers. You can’t turn your back on these. Later in the made from a huge walrus tusk, and in happy. If you meet the expectations of others, you week, you can invest time in yourself. It’s a tricky the other the American Flag at whose feel like you’re selling out. But if you put yourself line between patience and cowardice. QUEEN CONTESTANT— Kristina Rasmussen-Hoffert threw her hat dip would begin once more the strug- first, someone is going to be unhappy! You’re in the ring for the All Alaska Sweepstakes Queen contest. She is pictured caught between a rock and a hard place. The thing Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) gle for supremacy of the trail. A Su- to remember is this squeeze play is temporary. You feel you’re banging your head against the wall with her son. premacy which is not merely the Quite soon you’ll see how to keep everyone else with travel plans, or anything to do with higher edu- happy and at the same time, respect your own wants cation, publishing, the media, medicine and law. winning of the purses and cup, but is and needs. (Naturally we can’t tolerate in others Yikes! That covers a lot. But this is where it’s easy the conquering of the obstacles and what we permit in ourselves.) Ain’t it the truth? to encounter opposition. Fortunately, this opposi- Especially with respect to procrastination. tion is a very temporary thing. But it’s also a wake- terrors that beset the trackless wastes up call. If you think you’ve exhausted your oppor- —a defiance of the elements, a tri- Cancer (June 21-July 22) tunities in some area—should you drop it? (“The Johnson CPA LLC umph of human nature over nature.” Someone might oppose your travel plans, or mat- fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows ters related to school. You might encounter obsta- himself to be a fool.” Shakespeare) If something A queen nominee must be a cles with medicine, the law, publishing and media. isn’t working, move on. Don’t use up your wonder- Certified Public Accountants woman who submits a nomination You might even have a falling out with someone ful opportunities this year trying to do the impossi- over politics, religion or racial issues. (That covers ble. Kryptonite is kryptonite. form to Kirsten Timbers by March 1. everything except the kitchen sink. Speaking of The entry fee of $100 equals 20 which, have you cleaned it lately?) Yup—life’s a Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Milton D. Johnson, CPA bitch. But this is temporary! By Tuesday, you’re sit- Money matters, delays in payments, or late checks in votes. Each vote costs $5. The con- ting up and taking nourishment, and feeling muuu- the mail might have you by the throat. (It was ever Mark A. Johnson, CPA test ends on March 19. uch better. This week will bring you goodies from thus.) You can’t avoid obstacles about wills, inheri- All Queen Contestant who raise others, especially partners. You might receive tances, debt, taxes and money that is owed to you or praise or even actual money or some kind of bene- even something about your share of something. The 2,000 votes will receive a round-trip fit. Therefore, don’t get hung up about what you delay is frustrating and disappointing. (And you air fare to Nome and housing accom- can’t do. Get fired up about what you can do! were so planning on buying that Gulfstream.) Don’t For ALL your accounting needs! worry. Shortly after this weekend, words of wisdom modations in Nome for the week of Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) and charm flow from your mouth. Everyone will Please call for an appointment. the race. Contestants will pay their Financial delays are discouraging and exasperating. want to be in your presence and bask in your wis- You might get less from someone or a situation dom. You could even charge money. And perhaps personal expenses. If a contestant with inheritances, estates, wills, debt, taxes or even some of you will! Mercury and Venus are in your Mark is in the office daily • 8 a.m. — 5 p.m. lives in Nome, they will receive a favors. (“What? This measly bit is my share?”) sign perfectly lined up on Tuesday, the 26th. Ask and round-trip airfare to Anchorage to use Don’t let this get you down. This is a temporary set- ye shall receive. At the very least, ye shall dazzle. back. You can improve your job or how you do • within one year. your job so much this year, work will be a source of Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Business and personal income tax preparation Queen runners-up form the joy and success. In the meantime, just shoulder Be patient with partners and close friends. And be your responsibilities for others. Don’t worry too gentle with yourself with respect to your feelings of and planning Queens Court and will be honored at much about what’s fair or not fair. Do whatever you self doubt and loneliness. This weekend what you the start of the race and official func- can even if you’re unsure of the results. The won- might sense is the natural gulf that’s between all of • derful Beverly Sills said, “You may be disappoint- us. We dream about soulmates, closeness, and the Computerized bookkeeping and payroll services tions in Nome. ed if you fail, but you are doomed if you don’t try.” mental telepathy of love. But there is a limit. Sure, • The contest is still open to all who we’re all in this Big Soup together. But we are indi- Financial statements meet the requirements, including en- Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) viduals. Generally, we can live with this ongoing This is a testing time for relationships and partner- knowledge. But now and then, it’s overwhelming in tries from outside the Nome area. ships. Fortunately, it’s short lived (72 hours?). a bleak, lonely way. This could be one of those For an entry form and more informa- Nevertheless, nobody likes to be tested, because times. You are not alone. Lots of people are feeling nobody likes to fail. (That’s because we all know the this way right now. The chat rooms are full! Reality 122 West First Avenue • Nome, AK 99762 tion about the contest and current en- devils’ boots don’t creak.) Your ability to communi- can be such a bummer. Especially if you’re really trants, see cate to others is not so hot right now. You want close- good at fantasizing and daydreaming. ness with someone but you don’t know how to get it. www.georgianicols.com 443-5565 www.allalaskasweepstakes.org. THE NOME NUGGET THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008 11 Nome School Board reverses previous actions By Janet Ahmasuk Schmidt, along with her own per- High School Principal Janeen Sul- and 7-12 Math. I-C have been established that will Action Items at the Board meeting sonal words of support for the prin- livan reported there are currently 292 Each group is tasked to review the require those funds be applied to the Tuesday evening, Feb. 12, included cipal, had a petition with her in Nanooks at NBHS. curriculum and make recommenda- academic needs of all NPS migrant reversing the actions at the previous support of Sullivan signed by Nome- During vision screening last tions for changes and materials students in a manner that does not board meeting in January. They re- Beltz students. Some folks said they month, 34 percent of the junior high needed. supplant other programs. Indian edu- vised the authority to offer contracts were left scratching their heads try- students were referred for further as- Wehde has submitted the names of cation and Johnson-O’Malley fund- for the 2008-09 school year. They ing to figure out what the heck the sessment, and 25 percent of the high four NPS Native Alaska Cultural Ed- ing levels for FY09 will remain approved teacher contracts for next board is doing. Others mentioned the school students were referred for fur- ucation staff to the personnel office unchanged from FY08. year and they approved the adminis- school board should operate without ther testing. as recommended for rehire for FY09. Northwestern Alaska Career and trative contract for high school prin- undue influence or, as some would Bruce Klein awarded 32 Beltz stu- This year NPS will join 50 other Technical Center - Program sum- cipal Janeen Sullivan. Also approved say, personal agendas. dents movie passes for perfect atten- school districts in a total revamping mary: Session #9 started Monday, was the proposed three-year calendar High School Assistant Principal dance (no absences/no tardies) for of the CTE (Career, Technology, Ed- Feb. 4 and ends on Thursday, Feb. for Nome Public Schools. Lowell Garrett’s report included the the month of January. This is 11 per- ucation) delivery system. Under the 14. There are 16 students attending All board members were present announcement of the Students of the cent of the NPS student population. newly passed Carl D. Perkins Act, this session with five students in at the meeting except for Albert Mc- Month for January: Ahbree Verdin Seniors had 18 percent and freshmen Mr. Sullivan and Mrs. Martens will “Career Exploration” and 11 stu- Comas who was available telephon- for the High School and Courtney had 17 percent perfect attendance. develop a curriculum that is aligned dents in “Get Ready for a Post Sec- ically. Student representative Banner Cosca for the Junior High Student of Basketball season is in full swing. with the state university system and ondary Education.” A total of 177 Romenesko was not present. the Month. Both received awards Currently NPS varsity girls are 10 train to provide dual credit enroll- students have attended NACTEC The meeting had generated a lot of and a $50 Savings Bond from the and 4 and the boys are 12 and 2. ment options for students who qual- this year. interest due to the negative board ac- local chapter of the PTSA. Practice for the Native Youth ify for Tech Prep, an EED Highlights from the Superinten- tion at the January meeting involving MAP Testing (Measures of Aca- Olympics is also underway. Hank (Education and Early Development) dent’s Report: teacher and principal contracts and demic Progress) is currently being Irelan is coaching. initiative. The state legislature has New hire for February 2008 was hiring/approving of teacher contracts conducted for all junior and senior JROTC was scheduled to march in passed new regulations that will re- Candace Peterson - Special Educa- solely by board members. More than high school students. the Presidents Day Parade Feb. 19. quire mandatory testing in FY10 for tion Paraprofessional II/Elementary 20 people spoke out in support of The Norton Sound Shoot Out was LieuDell Goldsberry is working select grade levels to assess career School. Principal Sullivan. They also ad- held January 25-26 along with par- with the junior high wrestlers again readiness skills. Recruiting for certified staff and dressed the issue of taking the hiring ticipation from many of the local vil- this year and they are now preparing Federal Programs new changes in process away from the current su- lages. to travel to Fairbanks to participate Migrant Education funds under Title continued on page 13 perintendent. February 5 there was ASVAB in a statewide junior high wrestling Nome citizens speaking up in sup- (Armed Vocational Aptitude) testing tournament. port of Janeen Sullivan included the for some high school students and The junior high held its Battle of Nome police chief, a medical staff Terra Nova testing for all seventh the Books competition. Monica Hin- Saying it Sincerely member at the local hospital, a for- graders. der’s team of Cecelia Wehde, Jacob mer NPS board member, concerned Selected items from the Anvil City Morton and Brendan Wehde won the By Pastor Rick Binford, Seventh-day Adventist Church parents, two NPS students, teachers, Science Academy Director Todd junior high event this year. for the Nome Ministerial Association Nome elementary and high school Hindman’s report were: Student of The Nanook Pride Log, a staff I do not believe that this column “Saying It Sincerely” should be dedicated principals, a high school counselor the Month Junyor Erikson. There are recognition program, has been to political purposes. This is not the reason that the Nome Ministerial Asso- (Janeen’s husband), and a letter read 44 students currently enrolled with launched. It is a blue notebook that ciation wanted it to exist. We wanted to bring encouragement and hope of by current board member Betsy one student on the waiting list. Two travels with a stuffed polar bear. Staff God’s love to our readers. But with what could be one of the most important Brennan from concerned citizens new members were welcomed to the members record in the notebook decisions made for our time, I could not resist myself. There are roughly four about the board action. Board mem- ACSA Academic Policy Committee: what they are recognizing a fellow issues the candidates are focusing on. They are economy, health, unity of ber Tom Brannan said he had strong Elizabeth Coler and Sylvia Matson. staff member for and pass on the party lines and peace. The candidate I want you to consider excels in them all. opinions about letting the principal Last week the ACSA quarterly notebook and the stuffed polar bear He has a comprehensive health plan. Matthew 12:15 says that “great multi- and superintendent do the jobs they Honor Roll Luncheon was held. to that person. This is a peer to peer tude followed him and he healed them all.” Luke 4:18 also says this was the were hired to do and board members Congratulations to the “A” Honor recognition program. At the end of reason he came was to “heal the brokenhearted.” His economic package is not micromanaging the NPS admin- Roll student Erica Wieler and “B” the month Principal Sullivan calls for second to none. Malachi 3:10 says, “bring all the tithes into the store- istration. Janeen Sullivan gave a run- Honor Roll students Daniel Ander- the notebook and will give each per- house…and try me in this, says the Lord, that I will not open for you the win- down of her own qualifications – son, Junyor Erikson, Diana Hande- son listed in the log a little polar bear dows of heaven and pour out such a blessing that there will not be room Type B Certificate, etc. Copies of her land, Daniel Head, Dylan Johnson, that says “Nanook Pride” on its back enough to receive it.” This is not a temporary solution. The foundation of official records were included in the Nick Morgan, and Zach Sullivan. This will give the staff member rec- heaven is built on giving. When it comes to uniting across party lines 2 Cor. board packet. The next potluck dinner is Thursday, ognized a tangible reminder of 5:19 lets us know that “God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself.” Public comments ranged from Feb. 28 at 6:30 p.m. recognition. The logbook will circu- The rain and the sun will fall on both the just and the unjust. Mt.5:45 He loves anger to an emotional suggestion by Elementary school reports: Over late among the staff for the remain- us with an everlasting love and will draw us with his loving kindness. Jer.31:3 Dr. David Head to slide the current 100 student participated in the Battle der of the year. No one can offer the peace Jesus is offering. It has the ability to reach down search for a superintendent off the of the Books activities this year. This Director Jon Wehde’s Report con- into the refuges of the heart that cannot be reached by others. Jn.14:27 Jesus table and replace the position with is a team effort between students, tained the following information: says, “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives board members since they seemed to parents, teachers and the library staff. Three major district curriculum do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” Of want to do his job anyway. Other Thanks to Librarian Joy Hewitt for committees are presently seated and course by now it is plain to see that I highly recommend Jesus Christ as the comments expressed concern about all her hard work. at work. At NES Principal White has candidate for your life. None of the others have done for you as Jesus has. the board’s ability to make sound de- Over 61 students were recognized convened a K-6 science committee When they fade away and do not fulfill their promises, Jesus will still be cisions in light of what happened at during the High Table activities dur- and at NBJSHS Principal Sullivan there. A closing question and a point that needs to be considered: Would the the last meeting. Student Tara ing January. has done likewise for 7-12 Reading others be willing to die for you? Church Services Directory It’s Hoop Bible Baptist Church Service Schedule, 443-2144 Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Hour 11 a.m. Community Baptist Church-SBC 108 West Third, 443-5448 Small Group Bible Study 10 a.m. Time. Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m. Pastor Bruce Landry Community United Methodist 2nd Ave. West, 443-2865 Sunday 11 a.m. Worship & Sunday School Thrift Shop — Tuesday & Thursday 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. on’t miss a minute as Nome Evangelical Covenant Church Bering & Front Street, 443-2565 Nanook basketball comes your Sunday School 10 a.m. D Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m. way on KICY AM-850. Brought to Tuesday Prayer Meeting 6 p.m. Thursday Youth Group 7 p.m. you by Boynton Office Systems, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church (sic) Lewis & Thomas Attorneys at 5th & Bering, 443-5295 Sunday - Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Law, Bering Air, Wilderness Ski- Sunday - Morning Worship 11 a.m. Doo, Nome Outfitters, Morgan’s Sales & Service, River of Life Assembly of God, 443-5333 Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Nome Joint Utility System and Outsiders Hard- Sunday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Service 6:30 p.m. ware. Don’t get too far away from a radio this St. Joseph Catholic Church, 443-5527 season! Corner of Steadman and Kings Place Mass Schedule Saturday 5:30 p.m. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Seventh-Day Adventist (Icy View), 443-5137 Saturday Sabbath School 10 a.m. Saturday Morning Worship 11 a.m. Christian School M-F, 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Grades 1-9 AM-850AM-850 12 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008 THE NOME NUGGET CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Deadline is noon Monday•(907) 443-5235•Fax (907)443-5112 e-mail [email protected]

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Want to build your dream Nome Sweet Home in a Ford - REALTOR® photoʼs online at Employment A Nome male was transported to the hospital great location? Nice Icy View lot has a garage al- www.melissakford.com on a Title 47 Protective Custody Hold. ready in place to help make construction easy! 2/21-tfn The Diocese of Fairbanks, an E.O.E., is PA31-350 CHIEFTAIN CAPTAINS A Nome female was transported to the hospi- seeking a CPA. Five years of non-profit account- PA31-350 Captain. Three full-time positions, Fair- tal on a Title 47 Protective Custody Hold. ing experience required. For a complete job de- banks based. March 30th class date. Average 5K- A Nome male was transported to the hospital scription go to www.cbna.info/ or contact the 6K per month with benefits. Successful candidates on a Title 47 Protective Custody Hold. Diocese at (907) 374-9500. Salary based on ex- must have First class medical, Multi ATP. If you are Ansel Brent Shrader, DOB: 6/2/73, was served MUNAQSRI Senior Apartments • “A Caring Place” perience. interested in joining our team, please email re- a Twenty Day Ex-Parteʼ, Domestic Violence. NOW taking applications for one-bedroom 1/17-24-31; 2/7-14-21 sume to Wendy at wendy.vanderweele@warbe- 2/14 lows.com with Warbelowʼs Air Ventures, Inc. or Norbert Thomas, DOB: 5/7/51, was arrested unfurnished apartments, heat included APOTEX Employment is looking for customer contact Mike Morgan with questions: (907) 460- and booked into AMCC for Introduction of Alcohol service representatives to work full- or part-time 5151. onto a Licensed Premises. “62 years of age or older, handicap/disabled, regardless of age” Monday through Friday. For more information, call Frank Katexac, DOB: 11/2/53, was arrested •Electricity subsidized; major appliances provided 780-708-0143. 2/21 and booked into AMCC for Drunk on Licensed •Rent based on income for eligible households 2/21-28; 3/6-13 Premises. • Harry Goldsberry, DOB: 1/18/79, was arrested Rent subsidized by USDA Rural Development and booked into AMCC for Disorderly Conduct. 515 Steadman Street, Nome JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: 2/15 PRESIDENT, MANIILAQ ASSOCIATION Phillip Rode, DOB: 4/16/73, was arrested and EQUAL booked into AMCC for Violation Conditions of Pro- bation. OPPORTUNITY Maniilaq Association is a non-profit corporation serving the health care, A Gambell male was transported to the hospi- EMPLOYER social services and tribal operations needs of the residents of Maniilaq tal on a Title 47 Protective Custody Hold. (907) 443-5220 Fred Savok, DOB: 11/2/77, was arrested and Service Area. The corporate office is located in Kotzebue, Alaska. PO BOX 1289 • Nome, AK 99762 Fax: (907) 443-5318 booked into AMCC on a Bench Warrant. Hearing Impaired: 1-800-770-8973 The President of Maniilaq Association is responsible for ensuring sys- 2/16 Michael Eaton, Manager Donald Douglas, DOB: 2/24/78, was arrested tems, programs and work environment of Maniilaq Association are of the and booked into AMCC for Violation Conditions of highest quality. The President must provide leadership on Alaskan Native Probation. Cheryl Konahok, DOB: 5/10/73, was arrested issues within the Maniilaq Service Area, state and nation. The President and booked into AMCC for Disorderly Conduct. will work effectively with the Board of Directors and with the public, Foster Olanna, DOB: 10/1/65, was arrested Looking for a and booked into AMCC for Furnishing Alcohol to a Tribal Governments and funding agencies. Minor. A Gambell male was transported to the hospi- new buddy? The ideal candidate for this position will be a leader with extensive ex- tal on a Title 47 Protective Custody Hold. perience in executive management, including financial management and Simon Jack, DOB: 2/4/45, was arrested and booked into AMCC for Assault in the Fourth De- using a team approach. He/She will have proven success in instituting gree, Domestic Violence and Criminal Mischief in Your new best friend and managing effective and efficient organizational systems. The appli- the fourth Degree. cant should have excellent oral communication and writing skills with Lorin Geary, DOB: 10/5/64, was arrested and may be waiting for booked into AMCC for Assault in the Third De- administrative experience. Committed to practicing Inupiat Illiquisiat val- gree, Assault in the Fourth Domestic Violence, you at the Nome ues. This individual will have experience working with Boards and will and Violation Conditions of Release. 2/17 be knowledgeable about health care or other service organizations. An Ebba Sherman, DOB: 3/14/85, was arrested Animal Shelter! understanding of P.L. 93-638 and tribal governments is required. and booked into AMCC for Violation of Conditions of Release. Native Preference applies with Inupiaq tribal members and NANA share- Dallas Hanna, DOB: 3/4/83, was arrested and Adopt a pet and get a FREE bag of dog/cat food from holders are encouraged to apply. booked into AMCC for Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree. Nome Kennel Club Frederick Driggs, DOB: 2/2/88, was arrested Doctor Leedy and the . Dog food, cat This is a contracted position. Salary will be negotiated. and booked into AMCC for Violation Conditions of Probation, two (2) counts of Contributing to the food, cat litter and other donations are always welcome Please provide Maniilaq employment application, resume and at least three Delinquency of a Minor and Minor Consuming al- professional references to: Maniilaq Association cohol by Persons Under the Age of Twenty-one. at the Nome Animal Shelter! P.O. Box 256 Three (3) Nome juveniles received citations for Minor in Possession of Tobacco. Kotzebue, AK 99752 Nome Animal Control & Adopt-A-Pet • 443.5212 or 443.5262 Attn: Guy Adams, Chairman-President search Call 1-800-478-3312 ext. 7664 for an application packet. Maniilaq Asso- ciation is an EEO/Alaska Native and American Indian preference employer. Applications will be accepted from 1/31/08-3/3/08 2/7-14-21-28 Trooper Beat

On 2-16-08, at 3 p.m., Alaska State Troopers re- Probation Violation and transported to Nome Facility. ceived a report of shots fired in Gambell. Subse- where he was booked at Anvil Mountain Correc- quent investigation shows that on 2-15-08, at 1500 tional Center with no bail. On 2-8-08, at 3:15 p.m. Alaska State Troopers ar- Needed: Heavy hours, a Federal Aviation Administration employee rested Carson Oozeva Jr., 19 of Gambell, with an was On 2/6/08, Anatole Bogeyaktuk, 28, of Stebbins, arrest warrant for Failure to Report to Jail. The Equipment & Operators nearly struck by bullets when the aircraft naviga- reported being assaulted by two individuals. In- original charge was Habitual Minor Consuming Al- tion building he was working inside was shot. In- vestigation revealed that Rambo Hunt, age 18 of cohol. Oozeva was transported to Nome and re- vestigation continues. Stebbins and a juvenile had assaulted Bogeyak- manded at Anvil Mountain Correctional Center. tuk after confronting him on a street in the village. Heavy equipment and Bogeyaktuk sustained minor injuries that did not On 2/11/08, AST completed an investigation and On 2/16/08, at about 12:15 a.m., Gambell VPOs require medical attention. Hunt was found to be filed charges against Calvin Paniptchuk, age 30 of contacted JasonAnnogiyuk, age 28 of Gambell, on conditions of release in a pending case. Hunt Shaktoolik, for Theft II. Investigation revealed Pa- operators, truck drivers and determined he was intoxicated. Annogiyuk was arrested forAssault in the Fourth Degree, Vi- niptchuk cashed a fraudulent check for $4,860 had a breath alcohol content of .121%. Annogiyuk olation of Conditions of Release and MCA; he wa at a local business in Shaktoolik. and welders needed to is on s transported to Nome and lodged at AMCC await- probation in a Nome case with conditions not pos- ing arraignment. The juvenile will have charges re- On 2-12-08, at 1:30 p.m., Alaska State Troopers move and cut junk metal sess or consume alcohol and is subject to war- ferred to Juvenile Intake. received a reportof a domestic disturbance at a rantless arrest. Annogiyuk was arrested for Gambell residence. Dana James, 24 of Gambell, Probation Violation and transported to Nome On 2-8-08, at 3 p.m., Alaska State Troopers coor- was subsequently charged with Assault IV and in town and prepare for where he was booked at Anvil Mountain Correc- dinated a Search and Rescue in Gambell for three Probation tional Center with no bail. overdue hunters. The hunters were discovered in Violation. summer barge shipment. good condition returning to Gambell by snowmo- On 2/16/08, at about 1:50 hours a.m., Gambell bile at On 2/13/08, VPSO Leonard Raymond responded VPOs contacted Jason Kaningok, age 31 of Gam- 5 p.m. to a disturbance. His investigation revealed that Contact Kim at Yhae 1 bell, and determined he was intoxicated. Kaningok Glen Tom, age 36 of Stebbins had assaulted his had a breath alcohol content of .110%. Kaningok On 2-8-08, at 3:15 p.m., Alaska State Troopers ar- brother. Tom was arrested for Assault in the Trading Co. by phone at is on rested a 16 yearold male juvenile from Gambell on Fourth Degree. His probation in a Nome case with conditions not pos- an outstanding arrest warrant. The juvenile was brother did not require medical attention. Tom will sess or consume alcohol and is subject to war- transported to Nome and remanded at the Nome be arraigned telephonically. 230-2411 or 304-2085, or rantless arrest. Kaningok was arrested for Youth [email protected]. 2/7-14-21-28 Legals

BIDS REQUESTED, OLD AIRPORT MAN- posals to perform on-site renovation, repair and apply highly subjective criteria in the process of AGERS OFFICE maintenance work to VPSO holding cell/office the selecting the successful proposal, with the SKW/ESKIMOS, INC, is requesting bids for spaces in six Villages within the Bering Strait re- evaluation factors described in the RFP. Until the Now Hiring the purchase of the old airport managers office. gion in the Spring of 2008. Kawerak seeks a qual- award of the contract, Kawerak reserves the right Purchase price is for bldg. as is, where is. Buyer ified, experienced, licensed, bonded and insured to reject any and all proposals or to advertise for Full- & Part-Time: must remove bldg within 30 days of SKW/Eski- Contractor skilled in performing the scope of work, new proposals without liability to Kawerak, if the mos, Inc. acceptance of bid. Please fax bids to: who is able to keep these projects on-track, on- best interests of Kawerak will be promoted 907-339-6748, Attn: Bob Kamp. Please direct all time, and within budget despite the complexities thereby. Transportation questions to [email protected]. of rural Alaska logistics. The Contractor participat- 2/14-21-28 2/14-21 ing in this work will have to deal with remote RFP Security Officers CITY OF NOME Alaska conditions, including aircraft charters and Unalakleet Crane PUBLIC NOTICE minimal guest facilities at the project sites. NSEDC is requesting bids from qualified con- Nome Airport O-08-02-01 An Ordinance Amending the The length of the contract will be from the date tractors to install a 5000# knuckle crane with hel- City of Nome FY 2008 General Fund Municipal of award, approximately March 14, 2008, until no ical pile foundation in Unalakleet, Alaska. For Budget. later than June 30, 2008. All proposals must be re- more information, contact NSEDC at 907-274- Officers provide security and protection for air travelers, airports and aircraft. O-08-02-02 An Ordinance Amending the ceived in writing at the address shown in the Re- 2248. City of Nome FY 2008 Capital Projects Fund quest for Proposals no later than 4:30 p.m., 2/14-21 Full-Time: Starting at $36,648 per year Plus Benefits Budget. February 29, 2008. Requests for Proposals re- PUBLIC NOTICE O-08-02-03 An Ordinance Amending the ceived after this will not be considered. Notice of School Property Conveyance Part-Time: Starting at $17.56 per hour Plus Benefits City of Nome FY 2008 Special Revenue Fund The successful Responder (Contractor) will be By the State of Alaska, Department of Ed- Budget. required to enter into a contract with Kawerak ucation & Early Development to the (Includes 25% Cost of Living Allowance plus 25% Retention Allowance) O-08-02-04 An Ordinance Amending the within ten (10) calendar days after Kawerak noti- Bering Strait School District City of Nome FY 2008 Port of Nome Fund fies the Contractor of intent to award. In the event White Mountain School Site TSA will pay the maximum government contribution for health benefits Budget. the Contractor fails to do so, Kawerak reserves the Pursuant to AS 14.08.101(8) and AS under the TSA Health Benefit Incentive for part-time TSOs. All part-time O-08-02-05 An Ordinance Amending the right to retract the intent to award to that Contrac- 14.08.151(b), the Department of Education & TSOs will pay the same lower cost for federal health benefits as full-time City of Nome FY 2008 Construction Capital tor and/or issue intent-to-award to the next highest Early Development proposes to transfer its own- employees. Projects Fund Budget. ranking contractor. Proposals should be marked ership of all land and structures known as the These ordinances had first reading at the reg- as follows: White Mountain School Site, Tract A, located Minimum Requirements: U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National • High school ular meeting of the Nome City Council on Febru- Proposal—Village Public Safety Officer within the NE ¼ of Section 26, Township 9 South, ary 11, 2008 at 7:30 PM and were passed to Maintenance Projects in the Bering Strait Re- Range 24 West, Kateel River Meridian, containing diploma, GED or equivalent, or one year of security or aviation screening second reading, public hearing and final passage gion approximately 2.61 acres, to the Bering Strait experience • English proficiency • Pre-employment medical evaluation at a regular meeting of the Council scheduled for Kawerak, Inc. 504 Seppala Drive PO Box School District. • Pass a background/credit check February 25th at 7:30 PM in City Council Cham- 948 Nome, Alaska 99762 Public comments on this proposed action must bers of City Hall located at 102 Division Street. Request for Proposal packets may be ob- be received by 5 p.m. on March 28, 2008 and di- Please apply online at: Copies of the ordinances are available in the of- tained at the above address. Call Gina Appol- rected to the Alaska Department of Education & fice of the City Clerk. loni at 907-443-4252 or email: Early Development, School Finance/Facilities, www.tsajobs.com 2/14-21 [email protected]. Attn: Kimberly Andrews, 801 W. 10th St., Suite 200, 1-800-887-1895 Kawerak VPSO program will evaluate the pro- P.O. Box 110500, Juneau, AK 99811-0500. Com- REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS posals in response to this solicitation. It is Kaw- ments can be e-mailed to TTY: 1-800-887-5506 VILLAGE PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER erakʼs intention to award a contract to the most [email protected]. For questions BUILDING MAINTENANCE PROJECTS IN THE responsive and responsible Responder based about this proposed action, contact Kimberly An- BERING STRAIT REGION upon Kawerakʼs interpretation of the proposals. drews at (907) 465-1858. TSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SCOPE OF WORK: Kawerak is soliciting Pro- Kawerak VPSO program reserves the right to 2/14-21 THE NOME NUGGET REGIONAL THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008 13 All Around the Sound Emmonak rallies against New Arrivals Kuzuguk, 9. Maternal grandparents are Nora Kuzuguk of Shishmaref violence in school Wyatt Ethan Noah Outwater and the late Bert Kuzuguk. Paternal By Diana DeStafeno was born January 15. He weighed in grandparents are the late Kenneth at 8 lbs, 12 oz. and was 20 inches On Wednesday, February 13, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a ninth and Helen Kakoona of Brevig Mis- grade student chased, threatened and attempted an attack on another long. His parents are Frank, Jr. and sion. Mikan Outwater in Anchorage. He student. School principal Bill Schildbach intervened and was physically joins his sister Jessie and his brother assaulted by the student. The school was in lockdown for the after- Sophie Rose Milligrock and noon, as advised by John Lamont, Lower Yukon School District Su- Joey. Paternal grandparents are Patrick Lee Kimoktoak of Koyuk Myrna and the late Frank Outwater. perintendent, so children could be picked up at the school and escorted announce the birth of their son home safely by parents and adults. Maternal grandparents are Lydia Patrick Lee Kimoktoak, Jr. on Milligrock and Ronald Gerton. Approximately 150 of the 250 students in the school stayed home on February 10 at 1:02 a.m., he weighed Thursday, Valentine’s Day, February 14, in an act of support for the staff 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 19” in and principal in stopping isolated incidences of violence against staff length. His sibling is Cameron members and students. Kimoktoak. Maternal grandparents Parents rallied around staff members and the principal by coming up are Rosealene Soolook of New Mex- to the school and monitoring the hallways and doors. Elders were on- ico and the late Herbert Milligrock. site to speak with children who had questions and were concerned about Paternal grandparents are Debra the attack on their principal. State troopers were at the school to take in- Kimoktoak of Koyuk and the late cident and witness reports. Associated School Board members were as- Kenneth Dewey Jr. sisting in classrooms, attending parent/community meetings, fielding media requests and answering the phones as parents called in to check on their children. Parents of Emmonak School are asking the Lower Yukon School Dis- Honors trict to suspend the student for the rest of the school year and assist the MOSCOW, Idaho – The Univer- student in seeking help before they allow their children to return to the sity of Idaho announces the 2,168 school for the safety of our students, staff and community. Hahnah Katrina Hofstetter students that made the Dean’s List for fall semester 2007. To achieve this honor, undergraduate students earned a grade point average of 3.5 Wyatt Ethan Noah Outwater or better on 12 or more graded cred- Florence Kuzuguk and William its. University of Idaho students Kozga News Kakoona of Brevig Mission an- from Nome who made the Dean’s nounce the birth of their daughter Sarah and Philip Hofstetter of List are Christina Blandford and From the Kegoyah Kozga Library in Nome Nome are proud to announce the Tiara Nora Helen Qayugniziaq Darcee Perkins. birth of their daughter Hahnah Ka- Kuzuguk, born December 2, 2007 at 5:41 a.m. at the Alaska Native Med- INUIT: The North in Transition trina Hofstetter. She was born on By Ulli Steltzer January 5 at 3:25 a.m. She was de- ical Center in Anchorage. She weighed 6 pounds and was 19” in published 1982 livered by midwife at Providence 216 pages Hospital in Anchorage. Her weight length. Siblings or other family members are Bert Wesley Wiksraq Black and white photos of daily life, with brief writings and explanations was 6 lbs, 11 oz. Excerpt: “You could get trapped on the ice when it breaks up. Dogs know how to get around it, but with the Skidoo it is dangerous. In Port Harrison the ice goes • School Board away altogether in the summertime; here it never goes away. It would be better to have dogs if you went hunting all the time. It is easy to tivities regarding health and healthy view - Outlined in teacher’s negoti- continued from page 11 feed them. But if you have a dog and go hunting only after work and on week- living were discussed, with agencies ated agreement. ends, you are better off with the Skidoo. We always keep some dogs around classified staff continues. across the region represented. • Journal entry procedure review. for fur, to make parkas, or for pets for the kids.” Community-wide Quarterly Kaw- A work session is set for February • Policy review: BP 3312 Con- Simon Akpaleeapik, Grise Fiord (Canada) erak Health forum: HS Principal Ja- 26. tracts and BP 3311 Bids. neen Sullivan and Superintendent Other items include: • Board Self-Evaluation. Stan Lujan attended this forum on • A plan for a Costa Rica student • Superintendent Evaluation January 31, hosted by Loretta trip was presented to the Board by Next regular meeting scheduled Bullard, CEO of Kawerak. This Erika Eaton, NBHS Spanish teacher. for Iditarod week/spring break, Sound too good to be true? group oversees many areas of health • A presentation by Bruce Klein, March 11. There might be a schedule and safety including safety patrol, Dropout Prevention Specialist. conflict. Then it probably is the youth-risk survey, and other crit- • Math curriculum grades 7-12. ical concerns impacting Nome and • Final student count and budget Chances are ... the entire Bering Strait Region. This revision for the 2007/08 school year. was a critical meeting, and many ac- • You’re not related to a Nigerian prince • Extra duty-extra pay policy re- • That great-uncle you never heard of didn’t leave you a large inheritance •More Legals • You didn’t win that lottery you never entered

PUBLIC NOTICE address, within 30 days of publication of this no- written answer to the Complaint on file in the Su- STATE OF ALASKA tice. The comment period may be extended, in ac- perior Court for the State of Alaska, Third Judicial DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL cordance with 18 AAC 75.455. The State of District at Nome, Box 1110, Nome, Alaska 99762, CONSERVATION Alaska, Department of Environmental Conserva- in the above captioned case, within thirty (30) tion complies with Title II of the Americans with days after the last day of publication of this No- An application for renewal of an Oil Dis- Disabilities Act of 1990. If you are a person with a tice. A copy of your answer must also be served charge Prevention and Contingency Plan, disability who may need a special accommodation upon Brent Edwards, attorney for the City of under Alaska Statute 46.04.03 and in accor- in order to participate in this public process, please Nome, 911 W. 8th Ave., Suite 302, Anchorage, AK, dance with 18 AAC 75, has been received by contact Deborah Pock at (907) 269-0291 within 30 99501. the Department of Environmental Conserva- days of publication of this notice to ensure that any This is an action by the City of Nome pertain- tion. The details are as follow: necessary accommodations can be provided. ing to Lot 2, Block 135A according to Plat 2007-3. This Lot and Block includes property that is within Applicant:Bonanza Fuel, Inc. 2/21 Blocks 135 and 138 of the original Nome Town- Bonanza Fuel Terminal site, as well as portions of adjacent streets and P.O. Box 1129 Brent Edwards (AK Bar No. 9811063) parcels of land between these block and streets Nome, AK 99762 BOYD, CHANDLER & FALCONER, LLP and the Snake River that were not included in lots 911 West Eighth Avenue, Suite 302 by the Townsite Trustee. Proposed Activity And Location:The prepara- Anchorage, Alaska 99501 tion of an Oil Discharge Prevention and Contin- (907) 272-8401 You have been named as Defendants in this gency Plan, supported by adequate resources, (907) 274-3698 fax matter because you appear to have a interest in which demonstrates the applicantʼs ability to plan the above referenced property which is adverse to contain, control and clean up an oil discharge Attorneys for the City of Nome to the City of Nomeʼs claim to title in the same Don’t be fooled by e-mail scams! from the Bonanza Fuel Terminal. This facility has property. As a Defendant in this case you must A public service of the Nome Nugget a capacity of 87,286 barrels (3.67 million gallons); IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE enter an appearance and establish your interest its petroleum products are non-crude oil: diesel STATE OF ALASKA in the above referenced property. Failure to do so and gasoline. The terminal is located in Nome, may result in any interest you have in the property Alaska. SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT AT NOME being extinguished. Potential Results: A potential risk exists City of Nome,an Alaska Municipal In the event that you fail to appear and timely of oil spills entering the lands or waters of the state Corporation, Plaintiff, answer the Complaint, the Court may enter de- Nome Eskimo Community’s FY 2007 Annual as a result of this operation. Case No. 2NO-07- 272 CI fault against you extinguishing your rights, if any, Activity identified as: State Contingency v. to the Property. This Notice and Summons shall Performance Report is available for Public Plan Number 08-CP-3173. Sarah Fell and John Hatupin, their heirs be published once a week for four consecutive To provide comments regarding this applica- successors or assigns, John Does 1 - 20, and all weeks in the Nome Nugget, the newspaper of Review and Comment. tion, write to the Department of Environmental persons or parties unknown claiming a right, title, general circulation in the City of Nome where the Conservation, Division of Spill Prevention and Re- estate, lien or interest the following real property: real property is located as well as posted along sponse, Terminals and Tank Farms Section, 610 Lot 2, Block 135A of Nome Townsite, U.S. Survey the road leading to the property and at the Nome The APR may be reviewed during business hours at the NEC offices University Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99709, (907) No. 451, according to the plat filed February 16, City hall for four weeks. located on 5th Avenue between February 14, 2008 and March 14, 2008. 451-5960, within 30 days of publication of this no- 2007 as Plat No. 2007-3; Records of the Cape Dated this ___ day of __ 2008. tice. Copies of the application and plan are avail- Nome Recording District, Second Judicial District, CLERK OF COURT For comments or questions please call the Housing Office at 443-9102. able for public review at the Departmentʼs office in State of Alaska, as described in further detail in 2/21-28; 3/6-13 Fairbanks. the Complaint 2/21-28; 3/6-13 The Department will hold a public hearing on Defendants. IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE the plan application if it determines that good STATE OF ALASKA cause exists. Residents in the affected area or the SUMMONSSarah Fell, John Hatupin, or their SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT AT NOME governing body of an affected municipality may re- respective heirs, successors and assigns, if any, he Aningayou family would like to quest a public hearing by writing to the Depart- and John Doe defendants, YOU ARE HEREBY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: extend our gratitude and deepest ment of Environmental Conservation, at the above SUMMONED and required to file with the Court a T ANNA GOLOGERGEN Thank you Deceased. appreciation to Dr. Head at NSHC for Case No. 2NO-08-01 PR his sincerity and care while our mother, NOTICE TO CREDITORS Adeline A. Aningayou, was in the hospital. A memorial service for Betty Notice is hereby given Linda Gologergen has nd thank you to the Inpatient Department nurses, the Nome been appointed personal representative of the above-entitled estate. All persons having claims AAmbulance crew, Nome Community Center staff for the flowers. against said deceased are required to present Native Village of Gambell staff/IRA Committee, City of Gustafson is tentatively their claims within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or said claims will be Gambell/Mayor Deborah Apatiki, NSHC Social Services, friends and forever barred. Claims must be presented to Linda Gologergen, c/o Lewis & Thomas, P.C., Box relatives—both Gambell and Savoonga for prayers you shared with scheduled for 2 p.m., Sunday 61, Nome, Alaska 99762, or filed with this Court at us. Every one of you have lifted our hearts and brought comfort during P.O. Box 1110, Nome, Alaska 99762. DATED: February 15, 2008. the time of sorrow. Feb. 24 at the Nome _/S/_H. Conner Thomas, Attorney for Personal pecial thanks to our brother-in-law, Robin Thomas, for all he’s Representative, Box 6l, Nome, AK 99762 2/21-28; 3/6 Sdone. On behalf of our beloved mother, grandmother, great- Recreation Center. grandmother and a friend for those who knew her, God bless you all. From Reggie Sr. & family, James Sr. & family, Idele & family, Audrey & family, and Ethel & son. 14 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008 THE NOME NUGGET

Obituaries It’s important to offer Adeline Aallenga Nome Public Schools. Daisy and Helen, and her parents Adeline enjoyed cooking and bak- William and Mary. contracts at job fairs Aningayou ing for her family and friends. Her Adeline always had words of wis- door was always open to share with dom and shared them for those that Adeline Aallenga Aningayou was anyone; she had a generous heart, were in need for whatever cause. By Melissa Hill born to William and Mary Iyakitan and loved her family very much. She will always be the great mother, Director of Alaska Teacher Placement for the State of Alaska University of Alaska Fairbanks Campus on July 20, 1920. She died January She especially loved her grandchil- companion, grandmother and friend 2, 2008. Adeline married John on in our hearts. It is becoming increasingly difficult for Alaska districts, especially rural school dren whom she named each of them districts, to recruit teachers to Alaska. Lagging salaries, the cost of living and de- July 20, 1941. Together they raised in St. Lawrence Island Yupik after May we rejoice with her to our clining pools of applicants who are attracted to other industries as well as other seven children, Reggie Sr., Idele, her campsite. heavenly father at all times. factors have impacted the teacher shortages in Alaska. James, Ethel, Gladys, Audrey and She designed and sewed clothing It is important for school districts who attend the job fair with a hiring team to adopted the youngest, Alvin. They for family. She was also well known be prepared to offer contracts to teachers and administrators on the spot for the fol- also raised grandchildren Debbie, for her artistic Native sewing. Ade- lowing reasons: Jerry and Sharla. line praised the Lord through singing (1) Teachers travel to the Alaska Job Fair from around Alaska as well as from As a very young woman, Adeline songs and reading Bible scriptures the lower 48. These candidates spend a great deal of money and expect to inter- spent her years as a housekeeper and view, research their options, and sign contracts at the job fair. Many pay their travel with John and family. Dorothy E. Pinkney expenses out of pocket and expect to find jobs and will take jobs when and if of- cook for the Weather Bureau in her She is survived by her sons Reg- fered the right contract at the job fair. village of Gambell. Then later in her gie, Sr. and his family, James and Dorothy E. “Dotty” Pinkney, 59, (2) In many cases the most qualified candidates receive a number of offers, it years, she continued to do what she children, Alvin and family; daugh- is not unusual for teachers and administrators to have as many as four or five con- of Nome, formerly of Castile, New enjoyed— holding a culinary posi- ters Idele and family, Ethel and chil- tacts being offered at the same time, allowing them to pick and choose the district York, died February 11 at the home tion for Ed and Kay Shepard in dren, and Audrey and family; 15 of their choice. of her sister in Avon under hospice Gambell. grandchildren and 22 great-grand- Those districts that are not prepared to offer contracts have a significant dis- care. In the late 1960s, John and Ade- children, and brother Daniel, Sr. and advantage because the often lose candidates they interviewed with face to face that She was born April 1, 1948 in they otherwise would have hired. This leaves them with a limited pool and with in- line and family moved to Nome. family. Warsaw, daughter of the late Lauren terviewing candidates over the phone, not an ideal situation in May or June when While in Nome, she continued her She was preceded in death by her and Marian Perry Pinkney. She was the quality and quantity of the pool is shrinking. culinary field, working for North beloved husband John of 66 golden employed as a physical therapist (3) In today’s competitive market many school districts start the school year Star Restaurant, and later worked years; daughter Gladys, brothers with Norton Sound Health Corp. in with multiple vacancies in high need areas or with teachers who are not full certi- for Ernie and Betty Gustufson and Carl, Lewis, Sr. and Lane; sisters fied in their content areas. This creates more challenges for staff who often have to Nome for 17 years. She graduated work through teacher certification issues and compliance, and it is unfortunate for third in her class from Letchworth the students and parents who expect and deserve great teachers. Central School in 1966. She worked Those districts that plan an effective hiring strategy can expect to fill all, or along side her father on the family most of their vacancies with highly qualified applicants before May 1. All of the Nome Eskimo Housing Program farm in Castile for many years and districts that attend the job fair are prepared to offer contracts for their vacant po- The NEC Housing Program is now accepting applications for was active in 4-H as a member for sitions. weatherization services. HUD regulation and NEC Policy requires the many years and also as a 4-H leader (4) The Alaska Teacher Placement Supply and Demand Report suggests Alaska for many years. She showed cattle has about 1,100 vacancies annually. This does not include migration of teachers, but following eligibility criteria: rather these are actual vacancies created by turnover. At the same time our univer- • Income qualifications, based upon the size of the family and was a member of the New York sity system is generating only about 25% of the supply needed. Alaska must rely • Tribally enrolled to NEC State Dairy Judging Team for several on teachers from the Lower 48, and as the declining numbers indicates fewer and • Must own the property years. She was also named Miss fewer teachers are attending job fairs. Less than 300 applicants on average travel Holstein in the 1970s. • Own no other property to Alaska for this event. Thus, when our Alaskan districts travel and invest in re- She received a Bachelor of Sci- cruiting teachers needed to fill those vacancies, it is even more critical for them to • Must reside in the home ence degree from SUNY at Oswego. secure hires. Interested tribal members may contact Catherine Kakaruk, Office She then received a bachelor’s de- (5) It is easier if a district can fill their jobs at the Alaska Job Fair. The longer Coordinator at the Housing Department, at 443-2246 or 443-9102. gree in nursing and her masters’ de- a district goes into the hiring season, the more difficult it is to find qualified appli- cants. It also seems like it is more expensive to recruit later in the season because Applications are available at the NEC office at 200 West 5th Avenue. gree in physical therapy from 2/14-21-28; 3/6 hiring teams must now travel to other job fairs in the lower 48 during peak season. D’Youville College in Buffalo. (6) Highly qualified criteria have become increasingly complicated. The state While at D’Youville, she won a re- and federal government requirements for teachers to become certified are in- search award from the college for creasingly restrictive and should be a factor in any hiring strategy. It is important Bering Strait School District Shaktoolik her cultural research on the Alaskan for school district staff to have the knowledge to screen applicants to ensure com- Teacher Housing Request For Proposals people. pliance with federal and state policies and regulations around highly qualified and She was recently awarded her teacher certification before a hiring decision is made. Applicants with HQ certifi- Bering Strait School District (BSSD) is requesting Proposals from inter- doctorate in physical therapy. She cation status are more likely be offered contracts at the job fair. ested General Contractors for the construction of one (1) duplex, to be was a member of the American (7.) If I am to understand the issue before the Nome School District regarding offering contracts at the Anchorage Job Fair, and if (which it appears to be doing) used for teacher housing, in SHAKTOOLIK, Alaska. Proposals may be Physical Therapy Association. She this action would force potential teachers and administrators to wait until they have submitted to: Bering Strait School District, Facilities Department, P.O. recently won an award for her clini- been approved at a board meeting for hire, I can with confidence say this would sig- Box 225, Unalakleet, AK. 99684 until 2:00 PM, March 3, 2008. Propos- cal excellence and respect for and nificantly hinder the School District’s recruitment efforts. I do not expect teachers als will be reviewed and scored by a selection committee and will not be service to the Alaskan people. She will wait; in addition, the board may approve teachers only to find out they opted publicly opened or read aloud. was a member of the Castile United to sign a contract with another district, leaving second and third choice candidates for hire. The project consists of construction labor services for one duplex with a Church of Christ and was affiliated with the Nome Assembly of God. In summary, my recommendation to ANY school district attending the job fair total of two (2), two-bedroom teacher-housing units of approximately 980 is to be prepared to offer contracts on-sight after an interview and reference checks square feet each. Project is estimated at a total of 1960 square feet of living Surviving are her sister, Linda (Jack) Badami of Avon; her aunt, Ida have been conducted. With today’s competitive market both within and outside of area. A guaranteed maximum price (GMP) based on completed construc- Alaska, I feel we as a state need to do all we can to attract and retain the best teach- tion is required. Construction is anticipated to begin in July 2008, with Sweet; cousins, Rev. Larry (Marcy) ers for Alaska. completion of the entire project planned by December 1, 2008. Burke, Faith (Tom) Terry, Paulette The ATP Finding and Keeping Teachers for Alaska sheet has statistics show- (Cal) Schierer, Pat Burke, multiple ing how the hiring pool has greatly diminished over the years. You can also review BSSD will provide all building materials to Shaktoolik, by the barge cousins and extended family; good the ATP website for information about the supply and demand of teachers at scheduled to arrive by the first week of July 2008. friends, Kay Bias of Anchorage, http://alaskateacher.org/doku.php?id=supply_and_demand. Merriam Aidross of Nome and Dr. I welcome a dialogue with members of your community, applaud your efforts Bid Proposal Guidelines may be obtained by contacting Bob Dickens at to support Future Teachers of Alaska, and encourage you to carefully look at the im- (907) 624-4249, or email [email protected]. Sai-ling Liu and her Nome Assem- 2/14-21-28 bly of God family. pact a decision such as this would have on your ability to stay competitive in re- cruiting teachers for Alaska. Dotty had many friends in Nome Should you have questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact me and always loved the Iditarod and its directly at 907 450-8400 or via email at [email protected] events. A service was held Monday, Feb. 18. at the Castile United Church of Tourism Initiatives Christ. Burial will be in the spring in Grace Cemetery, Castile. In lieu of Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC) is developing a resource base Nome Eskimo Housing Program flowers, memorials may be made to for the development of new tourism initiatives in the Seward Peninsula/Bering American Cancer Society, 101 John NEC Housing Program is accepting applications for the Buy Down Straits Region. Individuals with tourism experience or an interest in working J. Audubon Pkwy, Amherst, NY assistance program. The program is designed to increase homeownership for or developing new tourism initiatives are requested to contact 14228-1198 or Providence Alaskan and affordable housing opportunities to eligible low income tribal [email protected] for further information and application forms. Cancer Center, 3200 Providence Dr., members. The program provides counseling on activities and responsibilities BSNC strongly encourages regional and village corporation shareholders and the process from applicant to homeowner. HUD eligibility criteria are: and their descendants who possess skills including, but not limited to: • HUD Income limits based upon size of the family hiking, snowmachine travel, Nordic and alpine skiing and mountaineer- • Must be first time buyers ing, camp support, cultural education and public relations to inquire. How will you reach • Tribal members must successfully qualify for a mortgage loan through a lending institution insured by the FDIC Please, no phone inquiries. 2/7,21; 3/13 your target audience? •81% of adults read a commu- • Own no other property nity newspaper at least once a Interested tribal members may contact Catherine Kakaruk, Office week.* Coordinator at the Housing Department, at 443-2246 or 443-9102. •50% of adults rely on the local newspaper as their primary Applications are available at the NEC office at 200 West 5th Avenue. 2/14-21-28; 3/6 news source.* •Only 16% watch television for community information.* Bering Strait School District White Mountain Teacher Housing Request For Proposals Think Bering Strait School District (BSSD) is requesting Proposals from interested Think General Contractors for the construction of two (2) duplexes, to be used for teacher housing, in White Mountain, Alaska. Proposals may be submitted to: Outside Bering Strait School District, Facilities Department, P.O. Box 225, Unalakleet, AK. 99684 until 2:00 PM, March 3, 2008. Proposals will be reviewed and the Box! scored by a selection committee and will not be publicly opened or read aloud. The project consists of construction labor services for two duplexes. One duplex will have two (2), two-bedroom teacher-housing units of approx- imately 960 square feet each, and the second duplex will have one, 3- bedroom unit and one, 2-bedroom unit of approximately 980 square feet each. Project is estimated at a total of 3880 square feet of living area. A (907) 443-5235 or guaranteed maximum price (GMP) based on completed construction is [email protected] required. Construction is anticipated to begin in July 2008, with com- *Survey conducted by the National pletion of the entire project planned by December 1, 2008. Newspaper Association and the Center for Advanced Social Research at the Missouri BSSD will provide all building materials to White Mountain, by the School of Journalism at the University of barge scheduled to arrive during the first week of July 2008. Missouri-Columbia. Researchers surveyed adults 18 years old and up in markets with Bid Proposal Guidelines may be obtained by contacting Bob Dickens at fewer than 100,000 residents. (907) 624-4249, or email [email protected]. 2/14-21-28 THE NOME NUGGET THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2008 15

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bond is exonerated; 180 days, 0 days exonerated; Unsuspended 180 days shall be Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 10 Week ending 2/15 served with defendant remanded to AMCC consecutive to count 1. days, 9 days suspended; Unsuspended 1 day shall not exceed time served; Jail Civil State of Alaska v. Todd M. Kunnuk (10/24/80); Fail to Stop, School Bus with Flashing Surcharge: $150 with $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days New Frontier Realty et al vs. Schrader, Ansel B. et al; District Court FED Lights; Date of offense: 12/19/07; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or per- to AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 Kiyutelluk, Mary Ann vs. Kiyutelluk, Alfred Donald; DV: Both ExParte & Long Term formance bond is exonerated; 30 days, 30 days suspended; Fine: $200 with $0 through this court within 10 days; Probation until 8/7/08; Shall comply with all court Kiyutelluk, Mary Ann vs. Attatyuk, Christine Irene; DV: Both ExParte & Long Term suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $200 fine through Nome Trial Courts by 7/1/08; orders by the deadlines stated; Shall commit no violations of law. Capital One Bank vs. Trigg, Jerome; Debt - District Court Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; Jail Sur- State of Alaska v. Victoria Campbell (4/14/63); Assault 4°; Victim: Emergency Room Hudson, Hunter vs. Shrader, Ansel Brent; DV: Both ExParte & Long Term charge: $100 with $100 suspended; Probation until 8/7/08; Comply with all court Nurse; Date of offense: 11/21/07; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or per- Johnson, Carol M. vs. Johnson, Donald J.; Divorce Without Children - Superior Court orders listed above by the deadlines stated; No violations of law. formance bond is exonerated; 90 days, 60 days suspended; Unsuspended 30 days Gandia, Kandie Amy Pearl vs. Gandia, Anthony Ramon; Divorce With Children - Su- State of Alaska v. Tudor Wheeler (1/14/82); 2NO-06-828CR Order to Modify or Revoke shall be served with defendant reporting to AMCC; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 perior Court Probation; ATN: 110067219; Violated conditions of probation; Suspended jail term suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections Unit, Olanna, Sandra F. vs. Olanna, Thomas S.; DV: Both ExParte & Long Term revoked and imposed: 10 days, consecutive to the terms in Case No. 2NO-07- Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 Seneca One LLC vs. Bradley, Carolyn; Other Civil Complaint - Superior Court 864CR; Remanded into custody; All other terms and conditions of probation in the days; Probation until 2/5/09; Shall comply with all court orders by the deadlines original judgment remain in effect. stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of proba- Small Claims State of Alaska v. Tudor Wheeler (1/14/82); 2NO-07-259CR Driving While Licensed tion; Shall commit no violations of law; Shall not remain in or return to Nome with- No Small Claims filed Canceled, Suspended or Revoked; Date of offense: 4/18/07; Any appearance or out written permission of Court; Other: Depart 1st available flight for which defendant performance bond is exonerated; 30 days, 30 days suspended; Police Training Sur- has ticket. charge: Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; Jail Surcharge: $150 with State of Alaska v. Hannah May Noongwook (6/2/53); Importation of Alcohol; Date of of- $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections fense: 10/27/07; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or performance bond is Week ending 2/15 Unit, Anchorage; Driverʼs license, privilege to obtain a license, and privilege to op- exonerated; 30 days, 30 days suspended; Fine: $2,000 with $0 suspended; Shall erate a motor vehicle are revoked for 90 days concurrent with DMV action; Any li- pay unsuspended $2,000 fine through Nome Trial Courts by 1/31/09; Forfeit alco- State of Alaska v. Samuel T. Goldsberry (10/14/85); Contributing to the Delinquency of cense or permit shall be immediately surrendered to the court; Probation until hol to State; Jail Surcharge: $100 with $100 suspended; Police Training Surcharge: a Minor; Date of offense: 8/5/07; Any appearance or performance bond is exoner- 1/25/09; Comply with all court orders listed above by the deadlines stated; Subject Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; Probation until 2/7/10; Shall com- ated, upon reporting to serve as ordered; 365 days, 210 days suspended; Unsus- to warrantless arrest for violation of probation; No similar violations of law; Other: ply with all court orders by the deadlines stated; Shall commit no violations of law; pended 155 days shall be served with defendant reporting to AMCC not later than 80 hours work service by 7/1/08 with proof of service to court by that date. Shall not possess or consume alcohol in any dry or damp community, nor have al- 4/1/08; Recommend Seaside CRC; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 suspended; State of Alaska v. Tudor Wheeler (1/14/82); 2NO-07-864CR Count 1: Misconduct In- cohol in her residence; Person and baggage are subject to warrantless search at Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Po- volving Controlled Substance 5°; Date of offense: 11/2/07; Binding Plea Agreement; any airport; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of pro- lice Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; Probation Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 180 days, 90 days suspended; bation. until 1/31/13; Shall comply with all court orders by the deadlines stated; Shall com- Unsuspended 90 days shall be served with defendant remanded to AMCC con- State of Alaska v. Carl Anasogak (4/2/71); Criminal Trespass 1°; Date of offense: mit no violations of law; Shall not possess or consume alcohol, nor have alcohol in secutive to count 2 and Case 2NO-06-828CR; Forfeit buy money and all evidence 10/20/07; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 30 days, with all but her residence or be where alcohol is present, nor enter or remain on the premises to State; Jail Surcharge: $100 with $100 suspended; Police Training Surcharge: time served suspended; Unsuspended time has been served; Jail Surcharge: $150 of any bar or liquor store; Subject to warrantless breath testing at request of any Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; Probation until 1/25/10; Shall com- with $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collec- peace officer and warrantless search of residence for alcohol; Subject to warrant- ply with all court orders by the deadlines stated; Shall commit no violations of law; tions Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this court less arrest for any violation of these conditions of probation; Participate in and com- Shall not possess or consume marijuana or unlawful controlled substances; Subject within 10 days; Probation until 2/1/09; Shall comply with all court orders by the dead- plete treatment and aftercare; Other: No contact with V.J. to warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of probation. lines stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of State of Alaska v. Thelma Ahkvaluk (3/13/88); Harassment 2°; Date of offense: State of Alaska v. Tudor Wheeler (1/14/82); 2NO-07-864CR Count 2: Misconduct In- probation; Shall not possess or consume alcohol, nor enter or remain on the prem- 10/18/07; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 90 days, 76 days volving Controlled Substance 5°; Date of offense: 11/17/07; Binding Plea Agree- ises of any bar or liquor store; Subject to warrantless breath testing at request of any suspended; Unsuspended 15 days have been served; Jail Surcharge: $150 with ment; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 200 days, 180 days peace officer. $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections suspended; Unsuspended 20 days shall be served with defendant remanded to State of Alaska v. Jeffery Allen Nayokpuk (5/23/64); Assault 4°; DV; Date of offense: Unit, Anchorage; Probation until 3/13/09; Shall comply with all court orders by the AMCC consecutive to count 1 and other cases; Forfeit buy money and all evidence 12/19/07; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or performance bond is exon- deadlines stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions to State; Jail Surcharge: $100 with $100 suspended; Police Training Surcharge: erated; 30 days, 30 days suspended; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 suspended; of probation; Shall commit no violations of law, assaultive or disorderly conduct; Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; Probation until 1/25/10; Shall com- Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Po- Shall not return to Nome without written Court permission; Shall not possess or con- ply with all court orders by the deadlines stated; Shall commit no violations of law; lice Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; Probation sume alcohol, nor have alcohol in her residence, nor enter or remain on the prem- Shall not possess or consume marijuana. until 2/11/09; Shall comply with all court orders by the deadlines stated; Subject to ises of any bar or liquor store; Subject to warrantless breath testing at request of any State of Alaska v. Daniel Kowell (10/7/60); DUI; Date of offense: 11/27/07; Binding Plea warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of probation; Shall commit no peace officer and warrantless search of residence for alcohol. Agreement; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 30 days, 27 days violations of law; Shall not possess or consume alcohol, nor have alcohol in his res- State of Alaska v. Patrick Thomas (12/22/80); Notice of Dismissal; Charge 001: Trans suspended; Unsuspended 72 hours shall be served with defendant reporting to idence; Subject to warrantless breath testing at request of any peace officer and Alc by Common Carrier 04.16.125(a)(1) (upon forfeiture of alcohol); Filed by the AMCC not later than 3/1/08; Fine: $1,500 with $0 suspended; Shall pay unsus- warrantless search of residence for alcohol. DAs office 2/6/08. pended $1,500 fine through Nome Trial Courts by 9/1/08; Police Training Surcharge: State of Alaska v. Clara Miklahook (7/14/45); Harassment 1°; Victim: Peace Officer; State of Alaska v. Wendy Kowchee (11/12/83); 2NO-07-294CR Order to Modify or Re- Shall pay $75 through this court within 10 days; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 Date of offense: 11/20/07; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or perform- voke Probation; ATN: 110065761; Violated conditions of probation; No Action is suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections Unit, ance bond is exonerated; 120 days, 60 days suspended; Unsuspended 60 days Taken; All other terms and conditions of probation in the original judgment remain Anchorage; Cost of Imprisonment: Shall pay $330 to the SOA at: AGs Unit, An- have been served with defendant reporting to AMCC not later than 3/16/08; Subject in effect. chorage; Shall be screened for treatment or education by NSBHS, ASAP, or an ap- to immediate remand for any violations of conditions of release; Jail Surcharge: State of Alaska v. Wendy Kowchee (11/12/83); 2NO-08-86CR DUI; Date of offense: proved equivalent agency by 4/1/08, complete the recommended program, and $150 with $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Col- 2/4/08; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or performance bond is exoner- show proof of completion to the court; Driverʼs license, privilege to obtain a license, lections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this ated; 30 days, 27 days suspended; Unsuspended 72 hours shall be served with and privilege to operate a motor vehicle are revoked for 90 days concurrent with court within 10 days; Probation until 2/12/10; Shall comply with all court orders by defendant remanded to AMCC; Fine: $3,000 with $1,500 suspended; Shall pay un- DMV action; Any license or permit shall be immediately surrendered to the court; the deadlines stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these condi- suspended $1,500 fine through Nome Trial Courts by 8/1/08; Police Training Sur- Probation until 2/7/09; Comply with all court orders listed above by the deadlines tions of probation; Shall commit no violations of law, assaultive or disorderly conduct charge: Shall pay $75 through this court within 10 days; Jail Surcharge: $150 with stated; No similar violations of law, including DUI, refusal to submit to breathalyzer, or harassment; Shall not possess or consume alcohol, nor have alcohol in her res- $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections operating motor vehicle while license is canceled, suspended or revoked or in vio- idence, nor enter or remain on the premises of any bar or liquor store; Subject to Unit, Anchorage; Cost of Imprisonment: Shall pay $330 to the SOA at: AGs Unit, An- lation of limitation. warrantless breath testing at request of any peace officer and warrantless search chorage; Shall be screened for treatment or education by NSBHS, ASAP, or an ap- State of Alaska v. James W. Morris (10/26/66); Judgment and Commitment; count I: of residence for alcohol. proved equivalent agency by 3/15/08, complete the recommended program, and Felony DUI; Date of offense; 11/23/07; Presumptive 2 years; Fined $10,000 with State of Alaska v. Thomas Asila (6/6/85); Disorderly Conduct; Date of offense: 11/23/07; show proof of completion to the court; Driverʼs license, privilege to obtain a license, $0 suspended; Unsuspended $10,000 is to be paid by 1/1/11; Driverʼs license, priv- Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 10 and privilege to operate a motor vehicle are revoked for 90 days concurrent with ilege to obtain a license and to operate a motor vehicle is hereby revoked for bal- days, 10 days suspended; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 suspended; Shall pay un- DMV action; Any license or permit shall be immediately surrendered to the court; ance of his natural life, concurrent to the administrative revocation but consecutive suspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Shall pay restitution as stated in the Restitution Judgment and shall apply for an to any other revocation that may be in effect; Police Training Surcharge: Count I: Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; Probation until 2/6/09; Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend, if eligible, each year until restitution is paid in $100 due within 10 days through Nome Trial Courts; Jail Surcharge: immediately Shall comply with all court orders by the deadlines stated; Subject to warrantless ar- full; Amount to be determined; Probation until 2/6/09; Comply with all court orders pay correctional facilities surcharge of $100 to Department of Law Collections Unit, rest for any violation of these conditions of probation; Shall commit no violations of listed above by the deadlines stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for violation of Anchorage; IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defendant will forfeit the vehicle law; Shall not consume alcohol; Subject to warrantless breath testing at request of probation; No similar violations of law, including DUI, refusal to submit to breatha- (VIN #T69FJ4067426) to the SOA; Any appearance or performance bond in this any peace officer for alcohol. lyzer, operating motor vehicle while license is canceled, suspended or revoked or case: is exonerated; The following charges were dismissed by the Prosecutor for the State of Alaska v. Mary Lockwood (10/23/76); Order to Modify or Revoke Probation; in violation of limitation; Shall not possess or consume alcohol, nor enter or remain SOA: Count II: Driving While Driverʼs Licensed was Canceled, Suspended, Re- ATN: 109520919; Violated conditions of probation; Probation extended to 2/6/09; on the premises of any bar or liquor store; Subject to warrantless breath testing at voked; Count III: Violation of Conditions of Release; Date of offenses: 11/23/07. Suspended jail term revoked and imposed: 2 days, remanded into custody; Sus- request of any peace officer for a period of 1 year from date of this judgment State of Alaska v. Christopher Acoman (1/8/74); Judgment and Order of Commit- pended $100 Correctional Facility Surcharge must be paid within 10 days to AG (2/6/08). ment/Probation; Count I: Arson in the Second Degree; Date of offense; 6/19/07; 36 Collection Unit, Anchorage; All other terms and conditions of probation in the origi- State of Alaska v. Larry Daniels (7/10/87); 2NO-06-972CR Order to Modify or Revoke months, 18 months suspended; Police Training Surcharge: Count I: $100 due within nal judgment remain in effect. Probation; ATN: 110068056; Violated conditions of probation; Conditions of proba- 10 days through Nome Trial Courts; Jail Surcharge: immediately pay correctional fa- State of Alaska v. Duane G. Tocktoo (7/15/73); 2NO-07-591CR Order to Modify or Re- tion modified as follows: This Court finds a violation; No action is taken; All other cilities surcharge of $100 to Department of Law Collections Unit, Anchorage; Resti- voke Probation; ATN: 110061342; Violated conditions of probation; Probation ex- terms and conditions of probation in the original judgment remain in effect except tution: Pay restitution: in an amount to be determined as provided in Criminal Rule tended to 2/11/10; Suspended jail term revoked and imposed: 60 days, remanded probation continued to 2/5/09. 32.6(c)(2) to the Snowball Family; The State shall file a restitution statement by into custody; All other terms and conditions of probation in the original judgment re- State of Alaska v. Larry Daniels (7/10/87); 2NO-07-900CR Assault 4°; Date of offense: 3/31/08; As follows: City of St. Michael, Amount: $17,400.00; Payments must be main in effect. 12/2/07; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated upon reporting to made to the Department of Law Collections Unit, Anchorage; The court will also ac- State of Alaska v. Duane Tocktoo (7/15/73); 2NO-07-769CR Order to Modify or Revoke serve as ordered; 360 days, 330 days suspended; Unsuspended 30 days shall be cept payments; Restitution is due immediately for civil execution purposes, unless Probation; ATN: 110696184; Violated conditions of probation; Probation extended served with defendant remanded to AMCC and consecutive to 2NO-08-75CR; Jail defendant establishes a payment schedule with the Department of Law Collections to 2/11/10; All other terms and conditions of probation in the original judgment re- Surcharge: $150 with $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days Unit; If the defendant misses any required payment, the total unpaid amount be- main in effect. to AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 comes immediately due and civil execution may begin; Interest will accrue on the State of Alaska v. Duane Tocktoo (7/15/73); 2NO-07-969CR Assault 4°; Peace Officer through this court within 10 days; Probation until 2/5/09; Shall comply with all court principal amount of restitution due at the rate provided in AS 09.30.070(a), currently Victim; Date of offense: 12/28/07; Binding Plea Agreement; Counts (Charges) Dis- orders by the deadlines stated; Shall commit no violations of law; Shall not possess 7.75%, from: the date of this judgment; Defendant is ordered to apply for an Alaska missed by State: counts 2, 3 (002, 003); Any appearance or performance bond is or consume alcohol, nor have alcohol in his residence, nor enter or remain on the Permanent Fund Dividend every year in which defendant is a resident eligible for a exonerated; 360 days, 300 days suspended; Unsuspended 60 days shall be served premises of any bar or liquor store; Subject to warrantless breath testing at request dividend until the restitution is paid in full; IT IS ORDERED that, after serving any with defendant remanded to AMCC consecutive to 2NO-07-591CR; Jail Surcharge: of any peace officer and warrantless search of person and baggage upon travel to term of incarceration imposed, the defendant is placed on probation for 5 years $150 with $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Col- a dry village. under the following conditions: General and Special Conditions of Probation set, as lections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this State of Alaska v. Larry J. Daniels (7/10/87); 3AN-07-2329 Order to Modify or Revoke stated in order; Any appearance or performance bond in this case: is exonerated; court within 10 days; Probation until 2/11/10; Shall comply with all court orders by Probation; ATN: 107503092; Violated conditions of probation; this Court finds a vi- The following charges were dismissed by the Prosecutor for the SOA: Count II: Bur- the deadlines stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these condi- olation; No action taken; All other terms and conditions of probation in the original glary in the First Degree; Count III: Manufacture, Sale or Possession for Sale of Al- tions of probation; Shall commit no violations of law, assaultive or disorderly conduct judgment remain in effect. coholic Beverage without a License or Permit in a Local Option Area; Count IV: or domestic violence; Participate in and complete recommended treatment and af- State of Alaska v. Larry Daniels (7/10/87); 2NO-08-75CR Violating Release Conditions; Assault in the Fourth Degree; Date of offenses: 6/19/07. tercare; Other: Take medication as prescribed. Date of offense: 1/19/08; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 30 State of Alaska v. Jeannie Waltz (8/16/60); 2NO-05-140CR Order to Modify or Revoke State of Alaska v. Pamara Simpson (12/9/78); 2NO-06-599CR Order to Modify or Re- days, 0 days suspended; Unsuspended 30 days shall be served with defendant re- Probation; ATN: 108849006; Violated conditions of probation; Suspended Imposi- voke Probation; ATN: 109421667; Violated conditions of probation; Suspended jail manded to AMCC and consecutive to 2NO-07-900CR. tion of Sentence is hereby revoked; Sentence is imposed as stated in the attached term revoked and imposed: 30 days, remanded into custody; this Court recom- NPD Uniform Citation; Courtney Amaktoolik (12/5/90); Curfew; Date of offense: 9/29/07; supplemental judgment. mends service of time at Seaside Community Residential Center; All other terms Mandatory Court Appearance; Appear in court 10/11/07 at 3pm; Under 18, bring State of Alaska v. Jeannie Waltz (8/16/60); 2NO-05-140CR Supplemental Judgment and conditions of probation in the original judgment remain in effect. parent or legal guardian; No contest Plea; Date of Disposition: 2/8/08; Fine: $20; and Order of Commitment/Probation; Count IV: Misconduct Involving a Controlled State of Alaska v. Pamara Simpson (12/9/78); 2NO-08-95CR Harassment 2°; Date of Due Date: 3/1/08; Statutory Surcharge: $10. Substance 4°; Date of offense: 3/17/05; 1 year with 6 months suspended; Police offense: 2/7/08; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or performance bond is State of Alaska v. Courtney Amaktoolik (12/5/90); 2NO-07-730CR Notice of Dismissal; Training Surcharge: Count IV: $100 due within 10 days through Nome Trial Courts; exonerated; 90 days, 90 days suspended; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 sus- Charge 001: MCA, AS 04.16.050(b) (upon change of plea to MCA in 2NO-07-731); Jail Surcharge: immediately pay correctional facilities surcharge of $100 to De- pended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections Unit, An- Filed by the DAs Office 2/8/08. partment of Law Collections Unit, Anchorage; IT IS ORDERED that, after serving chorage; Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days; State of Alaska v. Courtney Amaktoolik (12/5/90); 2NO-07-731CR Minor Consuming any term of incarceration imposed, the defendant is placed on probation for 1 year Probation until 2/11/09; Shall comply with all court orders by the deadlines stated; or in Possession or Control of Alcohol Beverage; Date of offense: 9/29/07; Plea under the following conditions: General and Special Conditions of Probation set, as Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of probation; Shall Agreement; Fined $300 with $100 suspended; Shall pay $200 to Nome Clerk of stated in order; Any appearance or performance bond in this case: is exonerated; commit no violations of law, assaultive or disorderly conduct or domestic violence; Court, or show proof of completing 66 hours of community work service, by 6/1/08; The following charges were dismissed by the Prosecutor for the SOA: Count II: Shall not possess or consume alcohol, nor have alcohol in her residence, nor enter Probation until her 21st birthday; Shall not consume inhalants or possess or con- Reckless Endangerment; Count III: Action of Operator Immediately After Accident; or remain on the premises of any bar or liquor store; Subject to warrantless breath sume controlled substances or alcoholic beverages; Shall pay the fine or show proof Date of offenses: 3/17/05. testing at request of any peace officer and warrantless search of residence for al- of community work service, as ordered. State of Alaska v. Jeannie Waltz (8/16/60); 2NO-07-716CR Count 1: Assault 4° on Po- cohol; Alcohol/Mental Health Re-Assessment by 3/1/08 if placed at Seaside—oth- State of Alaska v. Kelley P. Green (4/18/77); Order to Modify or Revoke Probation; ATN: lice; Date of offense: 10/3/07; Counts (Charges) Dismissed by State: Count III (003); erwise 4/1/08; Participate in and complete recommended treatment and aftercare; 110422116; Violated conditions of probation; Suspended jail term revoked and im- Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 60 days, 0 days suspended; Other: May include up to 4 months residential treatment. posed: 2 days, has been served; Suspended $100 Correctional Facility Surcharge Unsuspended 60 days shall be served with defendant remanded to AMCC and con- State of Alaska v. Marie M. Lawlor (1/10/56); Order to Modify or Revoke Probation; must be paid within 10 days to: AG Collection Unit, Anchorage; All other terms and secutive to Count 2; Jail Surcharge: $50 with $0 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended ATN: 110061558; Violated conditions of probation; Suspended jail term revoked conditions of probation in the original judgment remain in effect. $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: and imposed: 2 days, remanded into custody; All other terms and conditions of pro- State of Alaska v. Michael Aketachunak (11/3/72); 2NO-08-87CR Count 1: Assault 4°; Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days. bation in the original judgment remain in effect. Victim: Peace Officer; Date of offense: 2/3/08; Any appearance or performance bond State of Alaska v. Jeannie Waltz (8/16/60); 2NO-07-716CR Count 2: Assault 4°; Date is exonerated; 180 days, 0 days exonerated; Unsuspended 180 days shall be of offense: 10/3/07; Counts (Charges) Dismissed by State: Count III (003); Any ap- served with defendant remanded to AMCC consecutive to count 2; Jail Surcharge: pearance or performance bond is exonerated; 60 days, 0 days suspended; Unsus- $50 with $0 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collec- pended 60 days shall be served with defendant remanded to AMCC and tions Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: Shall pay $50 through this court consecutive to Count 1; Jail Surcharge: $50 with $0 suspended; Shall pay unsus- within 10 days. pended $50 within 10 days to AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Sur- State of Alaska v. Michael Aketachunak (11/3/72); 2NO-08-87CR Count 2: Harassment charge: Shall pay $50 through this court within 10 days. 1°; Victim: Peace Officer; Date of offense: 2/3/08; Any appearance or performance State of Alaska v. George K. Dan (8/27/85); Disorderly Conduct; Date of offense: 1/3/08;

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