Photo by Peggy Fagerstrom TO THE RESCUE—Search and rescue volunteers Tom Vaden (left) and Kevin Knowlton paddle a Zodiac through a wave while Shane Smithhisler operates a wave-runner on their way to pluck fishermen Travis Murphy (right) and his partner from their overturned boat Sunday evening in Bering Sea just behind Front Street. For more, see the story below.

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By Tyler Rhodes shop with the band at Nome Ele- Whether or not its namesake mentary School at 1:30 p.m. makes an appearance, Nome will be Kids of all ages can come and treated to a nonstop lineup of events hear the hard-driving bluegrass of this weekend for the annual Mid- the Juneau-based band at 7:30 night Sun Festival. p.m. Friday when they play a con- Celebrating the more than 21 cert at the elementary school. The 1/2 hours of sunlight that Nome show then heads to Airport Pizza receives around the summer sol- where local musicians are encour- stice, the festival encourages aged to grab their instruments to Nomeites to join in a parade, come pick tunes with the band plunge into the Bering Sea, get on starting at 10 p.m. stage to perform music and navi- The athletic set can get a healthy gate homemade rafts down the start to the weekend with the annual Nome River. Anyone that makes it Gold Dust Dash race. Racers and through each and every event of- walkers can sign up to register be- fered should receive an award for tween 7:30 and 7:50 a.m. at East stamina come Monday. Beach. The 4-mile race starts at 8 The fun begins Friday with the a.m. and runs along the coast to the start of the Nome Midnight Sun Folk Nome River and back. Up for grabs Photo by Denise Olin Fest. It’s the kids who get the first are gold nuggets for the top male SUMMER ON THE BEACH—Tiffany Ongtowasruk, 10, sets to building a sand castle June 11 on East End crack at this year’s guest performers, and female finishers. Beach. With the sun making only brief appearances this spring, Nomeites have flocked to the beach on the The Great Alaska Bluegrass Band. The festival hits the streets Sat- rare occasions when the skies are clear and the mercury climbs above 60º F. Kids are invited to come to a free, hour-long dance and music work- continued on page 5 Rescuers reel in fishermen from the sea Quick response plucks two from overturned flat-bottom boat just offshore Nome’s Front Street

By Tyler Rhodes quick response en masse around 7:30 p.m., Nome resident Dave McDowell was able to face,” McDowell said. Two fishermen were rescued just off the launching a jet ski and an inflatable Zodiac see the scene unfold at Polar Cafe. “They had McDowell said he looked out the window shore behind Nome’s Front Street Sunday boat to reach Travis Murphy and his fishing come out to check the net,” he said. and saw two people on a capsized boat. He evening after they were spotted sitting atop partner from Sitka. Neither the Nome Police McDowell was sitting across the room used a pair of binoculars to get a closer look. “It their overturned boat. nor Volunteer Fire departments were able to when he noticed the tourists seated at the was pretty obvious we needed to call 911,” he The pair were approximately 50 yards off- identify the second fisherman. table by the window pointing out toward the said. McDowell made the call. shore when rescue crews reached them. According to the police department, the fisher- sea. “I saw them looking up and pointing at Rescue personnel from Nome launched a men were out in a boat owned by Phil Pryzmont. something with kind of ‘that look’ on their continued on page 4 Two perish in plane crash near Elim

Two Oregon men are dead fol- found the next day east of Bald allows its passengers to sit side-by-side lowing a June 9 plane crash that oc- Head Mountain where medical per- in the cockpit is billed as an “all- curred just outside of Elim. sonnel from Elim were able to around sport airplane with excellent According to Alaska State Troop- reach the victims and confirm their cross-country capability, fine aerobatic ers, pilot Bruce Harden, 69, and his deaths that evening. qualities and superior handling,” ac- passenger Lonny Draheim, 54, both of Harden and Draheim were flying cording to Van’s Aircraft website. Brookings, Ore., died in the incident. in a homebuilt Van’s RV-7 aircraft Doherty said the duo had stopped The wreckage of the plane was from Galena to Nome to visit Jay in Galena for fuel after leaving from Wieler, according to Wieler’s sister, Delta Junction the day of the crash. Janice Doherty. She noted that the Both men were pilots who had been On the Web: crash occurred on Draheim’s birthday. flying for decades. Harden had pre- www.nomenugget.net A Trooper aircraft and an Army Na- viously lived in Alaska. tional Guard Blackhawk helicopter No cause for the crash had been re- E-mail: from Nome searched for the missing ported as of press time Monday. The [email protected] plane to no avail June 10 before re- Nome Nugget’s efforts to contact the sponders in Elim found the downed air- National Transportation Safety Board craft. Troopers reported that poor were not successful as of press time. weather with fog, reduced visibility and low clouds hampered search efforts. TRAGIC SCENE—An Alaska The two gentlemen, who were close State Trooper examines the wreck- friends in Brookings, had left Oregon age of a Van’s RV-7 that crashed June 1 to fly together to Alaska in the into a hillside outside Elim June 9. experimental aircraft. The plane which Two Oregon men died in the crash. Alaska State Troopers Photo courtesy of 2 THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2009 OPINION THE NOME NUGGET Alaska News Briefs Compiled by Diana Haecker age. The U.S. Department of Justice investigation of public corruption in Palin favors leaving it up to local last week said prosecutors had failed Alaska. Kott and Kohring were con- governments to install building Kott and Kohring released from to turn over favorable evidence be- victed in 2007 and sentenced to six codes or not. federal prison fore the former legistors’ 2007 trials and three and a half years of jail Legislative leaders last week sent a Former state Representatives Vic on bribery, extortion and conspiracy. time, respectively. Both were found letter to U.S. Energy Secretary Kohring and Pete Kott returned to On June 10, the 9th U.S. Circuit guilty of taking bribes from oil serv- Steven Chu, asking to keep the Alaska Alaska after their release from prison Court of Appeals in San Francisco ices VECO boss Bill Allen as a bill state’s option to receive the money News Briefs on June 12. Kohring and Kott were ordered both men released from came up to raise state taxes on oil and to hold open the application released under orders issued by prison. On June 5, the US Attorney companies. process until legislators reconvene in courts in San Francisco and Anchor- General Eric Holder filed papers in January. Then they would consider a the US Court of Appeals in San Fran- The energy-strings-attached battle veto override. They also inquired in cisco seeking to release Kott and continues the letter whether a legislative reso- Kohring. Similar to the arguments to While state legislators seriously lution would be acceptable in lieu of Letters dismiss all charges against former mull the possibility to override Gov- the governor’s certification of the ap- US Senator Ted Stevens, the feds say ernor Sarah Palin’s veto to refuse plication for the money if the Legis- Dear People, for all the youth in our region and that prosecutors withheld informa- $28.6 million in federal energy stim- lature overrides the veto, but Gov. Hello, my name is Oscar Anaso- state to respect and obey all laws. tion from the defendants. ulus funds, Palin insists in having Palin refuses to complete the appli- gak, Jr. I am from Koyuk, Alaska— Prison is no place to be. You all have “After a careful review of these found proof of the strings attached to cation. born and raised. I have met a lot of something very precious right now, cases, I have determined that it ap- the funds. The U.S. Department of “We ask your understanding — and you people from all over the region your FREEDOM. Please enjoy your pears that the department did not Energy said that these energy funds patience — while we resolve an in- and state. This may come as a sur- lives, respect everyone, obey the provide information that should have are tied to the statewide adoption of ternal disagreement over the funds,” prise to many, but currently I am laws and live free. been disclosed to the defense,” new federal energy-efficiency codes, the legislators said in their letter now incarcerated at Spring Creek Being in prison you have very Holder said in a statement. “The de- the 2009 International Conservation signed by Senate President Gary Correctional Center in Seward. limited rights, freedom and privacy. partment’s mission is to do justice, Code for residences and the 2007 Stevens, House Speaker Mike I am very ashamed for what I did, This is absolutely no place to end up not just win cases, and when we American Society of Heating, Re- Chenault, Senate Finance Co-chairs both to the victim, myself and for living. make mistakes, it is our duty to admit frigerating and Air-Conditioning En- Lyman Hoffman and Bert Stedman, what I put my family and friends Thank you for taking the time to and correct those mistakes.” gineers’ code for commercial continued on page 10 through. read this. I hope that it prevents our Holder has called for an internal buildings. Currently Alaska has no Before I got in trouble I was a people from ending up in a place like review of the Justice Department’s statewide energy code in place and strong village leader with a lot of re- this. spect. I cared for and served every- Sincerely, one in the village; in a way I still do Oscar Anasogak, Jr. care, more now for the youth. Koyuk, AK 99753 A Look at the Past The message I want to pass on is

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Summertime in Nome is glorious. Weʼve waited so long for it to get here and weʼve managed to pack a ton of fun-filled community events into a few short weeks. Nome knows how to have fun and ours is a class act. Nome has talent, ingenuity and a sense of community. Our Folk Festival brings our musical souls to life. Our Summercise events pro- mote healthy young life-styles. Our Bering Sea Polar Bear Swim gives us our annual bath and our Nome River Raft Race keep us seawor- Photo by Frank Karrer courtesy of the Carrie M. McLain Memorial Museum thy. Our competitive foot and bike races build our endurance. Our par- IN CELEBRATION OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN — The friends and faithful Husky of Frank Karrer stand ticipation in fundraisers demonstrates our compassion and willingness atop Anvil Rock after midnight on June 21, 1910. to reach out. Nome has faced tough times and economic challenges, but we are a strong community with a sense of pride in our individuality and retro- Nome Norton Sound Tide Predictions (High & Low Waters) — June 18 - 24, 2009 sophistication. We are lucky to be surrounded by clean air, fresh water and natureʼs glorious flora and fauna while we constantly work on per- Day Date Time Height Time Height Time Height Time Height fection of our version of another day in paradise. — N.L.M.— Th 06/18 01:25 a.m. LDT 0.9 H 06:23 a.m. LDT 0.5 L 12:58 p.m. LDT 1.5 H 07:15 p.m. LDT 0.3 L F 06/19 02:33 a.m. LDT 0.9 H 06;52 a.m. LDT 0.6 L 01:14 p.m. LDT 1.5 H 08:17 p.m. LDT 0.1 L Sa 06/20 03:42 a.m. LDT 0.9 H 07:28 a.m. LDT 0.8 L 01:36 p.m. LDT 1.6 H 09:17 p.m. LDT 0.0 L 06/21 04:50 a.m. LDT 1.0 H 08:18 a.m. LDT 0.9 L 02:11 p.m. LDT 1.6 H 10:15 p.m. LDT -0.2 L Illegitimus non carborundum Su M 06/22 05:55 a.m. LDT 1.1 H 09:22 a.m. LDT 1.0 L 02:59 p.m. LDT 1.6 H 11:16 p.m. LDT -0.3 L Tu 06/23 06:56 a.m. LDT 1.2 H 10:35 a.m. LDT 1.0 L 04:01 p.m. LDT 1.6 H W 06/24 12:19 a.m. LDT -0.4 L 07:53 a.m. LDT 1.3 H 11:51 a.m. LDT 1.1 L 07:41 p.m. LDT 1.6 H Daily variations in sea level due to local meteorological conditions cannot be predicted and may significantly effect the observed tides in this area. All times are listed in Local Standard Time (LST) or Local Daylight Time (LDT) when applicable. All heights are in feet referenced to Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW). Member of: The Associated Press, Alaska Newspaper Association, National Newspaper Association Weather Statistics P.O. Box 610 - Nome Alaska, 99762 (907) 443-5235 fax (907) 443-5112 Sunrise 06/17/09 04:18 a.m. High Temp 67° 6/11&12/09 National Weather e-mail: [email protected] 06/24/09 04:20 a.m. Low Temp 34° 6/10/09 Service ads: [email protected] Peak Wind 22 mph, W, 6/12/09 Nome, Alaska classified and legal ads: [email protected] Sunset 06/17/09 01:47 a.m. Precip. to Date 6.61” (907) 443-2321 subscriptions: [email protected] 06/24/09 01:48 a.m. Normal 4.14” 1-800-472-0391 Nancy McGuire editor and publisher The longest day is on 6/21/09, the most daylight in a 24 hour period. [email protected] Diana Haecker staff reporter [email protected] Janet Ahmasuk education reporter Tyler Rhodes news editor/reporter/production [email protected] Give Dad a gift that lasts all year! Denise Olin advertising manager/production [email protected] Peggy Fagerstrom photography For photo copies [email protected] A gift subscription to Nikolai Ivanoff photography Gloria Karmun production Nadja Roessek webmaster SEND photos to [email protected]

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Friday, June 19 *Pick-up Basketball Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. *Lap Swim Pool 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. *Kindergym Nome Rec Center 10 a.m. - noon *Open Gym Nome Rec Center noon - 4 p.m. *Strength Training with Robin Nome Rec Center 12:05 p.m. - 12:50 Jr. Rangers - Nat’l Park Service Sitnasuak Building 1 p.m. *Smoking Sessation class Prematernal Home 1 p.m. Rhythm & Dance For Kids Nome Elementary 1:30 p.m. Music by The Great Alaska Bluegrass Band *Diabetes class Prematernal Home 2 p.m. *Kids Soccer K - 3rd grade Nome Rec Center 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. *Kids Soccer 4th - 7th grade Nome Rec Center 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. *Tae Kwon Do with Dan Nome Rec Center 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. Concert: The Great Alaska Nome Elementary 7:30 p.m. Bluegrass Band *Adult Drop-in Soccer Nome Rec Center 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. *AA Meeting Lutheran Church (rear) 8 p.m. Open Jam - Play w/Folk Fest folks Airport Pizza 10 p.m. Saturday, June 20 Bird Outing - Nat’l Park Svc Sitnasuak Building 7 a.m. Family Hike - Nat’l Park Svc Sitnasuak Building 10 a.m. Midnight Sun Festival Parade Front Street 11 a.m. *UMW Thrift Shop Methodist Church 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center noon - 8 p.m. *H20 Aerobics Pool 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. *Choices in Childbirth video Prematernal Home 2 p.m. Folk Fest Main Stage (free admit) Nome Elementary 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. *Pregnancy Plus Workout video Prematernal Home 4:30 p.m. *Lap Swim Pool 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. *AA Meeting BHS Bldg. 2nd floor 8 p.m. Night Hike - Nat’l Park Svc Sitnasuak Building 9 p.m. The Great Alaska Bluegrass Band Polaris Bar (free admit) 10 p.m. Sunday, June 21 *Nome Visitor Center Front Street 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. *Lamaze video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. *Sexually Transmitted Disease video Prematernal Home 4:30 p.m. Bluegrass Instrument Workshop Nome Elementar

Photos by Denise Olin *AA: Big Book Study HR Conf. Room, NSHC 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Closing Concert: The Great Alaska Nome Elementary 7:30 p.m. SALUTE–Dempsy Woods (photo above, pictured with his wife Fanny and Lt. Col. Simon Brown) , Stacey Bluegrass Band - $5 each or $15 family Green (left inset) and Reggie Bright (right inset) all say goodbye to the uniform and the military on June 6. Monday, June 22

*Pick-up Basketball Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. Three say bye to the military *Lap Swim Pool 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. *Kindergym Nome Rec Center 10 a.m. - noon *Open Gym Nome Rec Center noon - 10 p.m. By Anna Hahn military personnel: Dempsey Woods, each with an ARMY Accommoda- *Strength Training Nome Rec Center 12:05 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. *WIC - Expecting the Best video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. Close to 100 people gathered in Stacey Green and Reggie Bright. tion Medal as well as an Alaska Ac- *Beginning Yoga with Kari Nome Rec Center 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. the gym of the Armory, all sitting On June 6, the three men were commodation Medal. *For Baby’s Sake video Prematernal Home 4:30 p.m. Nome Common Council reg mtg Council Chambers 6 p.m. with plates that were overflowing honored not only with the company of Master Sergeant Green was honored *H2O Aerobics Pool 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. with food. The children younger than friends, family, food and basketballs, with an Alaska Distinguished Medal as *Tae Kwon Do with Dan Nome Rec Center 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. *Drop-in Volleyball Nome Rec Center 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. age 14 played basketball—occasion- but also with awards and medals. well as a Meritorious Service Medal. *AA Meeting Lutheran Church (rear) 8 p.m. ally and accidentally bouncing the Lieutenant Colonel Simon Brown The spouse of each of the men ball off a guest’s head. The common kicked off the ceremony with a wel- was awarded a certificate of appreci- Tuesday, June 23 *Tennis Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. thread in this engagement was to cel- come and then jumped into awarding ation for their dedication, commit- *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - noon ebrate the retirement of three local Sergeant Woods and Sergeant Bright ment and support of their husband. *Preschool Story Hour Kegoayah Library 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. *Tennis Nome Rec Center noon - 1 p.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 1 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. *After Pregnancy A New Start video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. *Open Swim Pool 2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. *Strength Training with Robin Nome Rec Center 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. *Breastfeeding Your Baby video Prematernal Home 4:30 p.m. *Wiffle Ball Grades 7-8 Nome Rec Center 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Breakfast menu Located on east Front *Lap Swim Pool 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. to include but *Kripalu Yoga with Kelly K. Nome Rec Center 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. not limited to: Street across from *Nome Food Bank Bering & Seppala 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. *Open Swim Pool 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. National Guard *AA Teleconference: 1-800-914-3396 (CODE: 3534534#) 7 p.m. •Biscuits *City League Volleyball Nome Rec Center 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. •Cinnamon Rolls *Thrift Shop Methodist Church 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ONLY Armory *Adult Drop-in Soccer Nome Rec Center 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. •Hashbowns •Biscuits & gravy Wednesday, June 24 Take Out *Pick-up Basketball Nome Rec Center 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. *Lap Swim Pool 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Orders *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. We are open at 6:30 a.m. to serve *Kindergym Nome Rec Center 10 a.m. - noon *Rotary Club Airport Pizza noon *Open Gym Nome Rec Center noon - 10 p.m. breakfast, see above for menu items! 443-8100 *Strength Training with Jennie Nome Rec Center 12:05 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. *Birth Control Myths & Methods video Prematernal Home 1:30 p.m. *Great Expectations Preg Pgrm video Prematernal Home 4:30 p.m. Monday - Saturday • 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. — Sunday • 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. *Open Gym Nome Rec Center 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. *H2O Aerobics Pool 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Subway Daily Specials *Tae Kwon Do with Dan Nome Rec Center 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. Subway Daily Specials *Hello Central (also on Channel 98) Nome Visitors Center 7:30 p.m. *AA Meeting BHS Bldg. 2nd floor 8 p.m. Pizza Eating Challenge Airport Pizza 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. Monday — Turkey/Ham Thursday — B.M.T. Sunday — Roasted Recurring activities/events (3 or more days a week): Tuesday — Meatball Friday — Tuna Chicken Breast Summercise Nome Rec Center noon - 5 p.m. (M - Th) Six-Inch Meal Deal Business/place of interest hours of operation: Wednesday — Turkey Saturday — Roast Beef XYZ Center Center Street 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Tu - F) Nome Visitor Center Front Street 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. everyday $6.99 Carrie McLain Memorial Museum Front Street 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. everyday Library Hours Kegoayah Library noon - 8 p.m. (M - Th) GOLD COAST CINEMA noon - 6 p.m. (F - Sa) Northwest Campus Library Northwest Campus 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. (M - Th 443-8200 & Sa) Starting Friday, June 12 Mark your calendars, Relay For Life is fundraising for cancer fighters. Night at the Museum: Saturday, June 27, 2009 3 p.m. at the East End Park. Watch for opportu- nities to pledge. Raise funds for Nome’s cancer support group! Battle of the Smithsonian (PG) 7 p.m. Ghosts of Girlfriends Established in October of 1979 Past P.O. 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By Tyler Rhodes nity Action Program Inc. Nazarene Church for 22 nights start- support before they could commit shelter monitors for covering the As the fog lifted in the early after- RurAL CAP is a statewide non- ing in March this past winter. city resources to the effort. late night to morning shift, the most noon June 10 and the warmth of the profit organization that works to im- While it was successful in serv- Time is short, however, as the jarring to a person’s schedule and sun began to make its presence felt prove the lives on low-income ing dozens of people in need, the council is set to make its final vote the hardest to fill. “It’s throws you on Nome, a dozen people were hard Alaskans. Its services cover a wide effort was a hastily assembled, on the city’s 2010 budget at its June off pretty far,” Freemon said of at work in the fellowship hall of the gamut, addressing everything from stopgap measure. By the end of the 22 meeting. working such a late shift. Methodist Church trying to figure early childhood education to home- winter, volunteers were more diffi- As for the use of the Mini Con- Last winter, the shelter had two out how to provide shelter to the lessness and substance abuse. RurAL cult to round up and the task of or- vention Center, the council worried monitors work two different shifts homeless the next time the tempera- CAP’s Homeward Bound, a transi- ganizing the shelter and staffing about issues with liability, the city’s each night. The first shift covered tures sink well below zero. tional housing program, has been was becoming more onerous for the insurance carrier and potential con- 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. and the second While winter may seem far away cited as a model by many NEST few who stepped up to take on the flicts with other events at the facility. shift ran from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. as Nome was just released from the members for what they would even- task. “You had your trial run and Councilman Jon Larson had ques- NEST member Emma Goodwin icy grasp of the previous cold season, tually like to see in Nome. you know that everyone was really tioned at the June 8 meeting whether highlighted the difficulties for organizers of the Nome Emergency Freemon, RurAL CAP’s Anchor- tired,” Freemon said. the city’s insurance would allow many who want to volunteer their Shelter Team know the time to act is age Services Director, was on hand To confront the risk of com- overnight stays in its facilities. time but can’t. “I’m a full-time now if they are to create a sustainable to help NEST organizers refine their pletely burning out those who make Nome City Manager Josie employee and a full-time single operation for next winter. To that plan for providing a warm place to the shelter a reality, NEST organiz- Bahnke attended the June 10 NEST mother. We do the best we can,” end, the ad hoc group that is NEST sleep for those who find themselves ers were hoping to find funding to meeting and informed the group Goodwin said. gained assistance and ideas at the without shelter when it becomes dan- compensate a coordinator. Even that the city’s insurance carrier, in The meeting also delved into the June 10 meeting from Melinda gerously cold. NEST was able to op- more pressing than keeping a vol- fact, did not have a prohibition investigation of other funding Freemon of Rural Alaska Commu- erate a shelter out of the Nome unteer base organized and ener- against overnight stays in its facili- sources. The Alaska Mental Health gized is the need to find a facility in ties. Bahnke also reiterated the Trust was often mentioned. which to operate. The Nazarene council members’ desire to see Freemon said the trust has a history Church will not be available to use more concrete numbers in terms of of providing funding to get pro- as a shelter next winter. “Without a a budget and support. grams off the ground. place, you really can’t have the Abby Huggins, who has been As much as she was there to offer service,” Freemon said. acting as NEST’s main contact, ideas, Freemon also acted as a NEST has looked to the City of said the group needs help in devel- sounding board to help focus the Nome for help in both areas by ask- oping a budget. thoughts brought to the table by ing for $10,000 and the use of the Freemon said NEST needs to first NEST members and channel them Mini Convention Center. While establish its priorities and plans for into becoming a working plan. some Nome Common Council the next season before it can effec- Freemon challenged the group to es- members have appeared warm to tively chart its financial course. “You tablish a concrete vision of what they the idea, the council has not yet can’t have a budget until you know want to offer next season. been sold on NEST’s requests. what you want to do,” Freemon said. She also encouraged members Council members told NEST repre- Freemon suggested that hiring a to remember the successes they sentatives at its June 8 meeting that director may be a lofty goal at this experienced last year. “This is re- they need to see a detailed budget point in the shelter’s development. ally impressive. The care you for the shelter and a cataloguing of “The coordinator would be great, showed to people for 22 nights, what other entities would bring to but that takes a lot of money,” she this is huge,” Freemon said. “You the table in the form of money and said. She offered the idea of paying can keep building on that.”

Midnight Sun Festival Schedule Parade Route Float Contest The parade will run down Front St. as Theme: “50 years under the usual, turn onto Bering St., then take a midnight sun” right on 1st Ave., and another right on Categories and prizes Division St. in front of City Hall. The Judges Choice: $100 parade will then proceed back down Front St. a second time and end at the Best float representing theme: $100 State Building parking lot. Candy will Best Bicycle: $50 only be thrown the second time down Best Skateboard: $50 Photo by Nancy McGuire Front Street. Prizes donated by the Nome Chamber of READY TO HELP—Members of the Nome Volunteer Fire Department stand ready to help as Shane Smithhisler (left), Tom Vaden (center left) Commerce. Winners will be announced and Kevin Knowlton (center right) work to get two fishermen off their after the bank robbery. If you have capsized boat Sunday evening along Nome’s seawall. questions, contact the Visitor’s Center at 443-6555. • Rescue Floats must be registered by 10:30 a.m. to be eligible for prizes. You may pre-register continued from page 1 Taking place just behind Nome’s by e-mailing the Nome Visitor’s Center at busiest street, the rescue drew [email protected] or stopping by at 304 McDowell said it only took 10 plenty of onlookers. Wobbly bar minutes for rescue crews to arrive and patrons joined teenagers and other Front Street. begin the effort to retrieve the fisher- residents along the seawall to men. The men were brought back to watch the action unfold. The win-

shore wet but otherwise fine. Both re- dows of the Seaside halfway house Come join the fun, fused treatment from the Nome Vol- were jammed with residents peer- in the Midnight Sun! unteer Ambulance Department. ing out at the scene. Saturday June 20, 11 a.m. Fully stocked with all your fishing gear needs. Stop by the Nome Outfitters today. Special on rod and reel combos, starting at $20.95.

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NovaGold Resources Inc., the owner and op- the Galore Creek project. exchange rates between the Canadian and U.S. dol- She did, however, strike two other suits that erator of the Rock Creek Mine just outside of According to Judge Cote’s ruling, NovaGold lars, among other factors. While the release was alleged violations of the Securities Act. These Nome, saw two of three shareholder class-action released the results of a study by Hatch Ltd. dated in October, a later press release revealed No- suits were dismissed for either being insuffi- lawsuits against it tossed out of court June 5. Oct. 25, 2006 that estimated capital costs to de- vaGold had actually hired AMEC in April. cient or filed too late. A one-year statutory pe- The cases involve NovaGold’s Galore Creek velop the Galore Creek mine at $1.8 billion On Nov. 26, 2007, NovaGold and its partner riod for such claims expired one month before project in British Columbia, which has been (U.S. dollars) between 2007 and 2010. A No- in the project, Teck Cominco, announced that the claims were filed. An initial suit was filed suspended since late 2007 due to mass cost vaGold press release said the estimates reflected they were suspending the project. At that time Nov. 21, 2008 when the NovaGold press release overruns. At the heart of the suits brought by a +15 percent to -10 percent level of accuracy. it was announced that capital costs were ex- on which it hinges was issued Oct. 15, 2007. groups of shareholders in the company are No- The Hatch study and its capital estimates were pected to approach $4.4 billion, mostly due to In other news regarding NovaGold, the vaGold’s disclosures regarding anticipated touted multiple times by NovaGold for nearly the complexity of building the tailings dam and Toronto Stock Exchange announced that it has risks and costs in bringing the Galore Creek sil- a year after that initial press release. water management infrastructure. completed its review of the company in regard ver, copper and gold mine to fruition. According to the ruling, NovaGold’s first dis- The defendants allege NovaGold and its di- to its continued listing on the exchange. The ex- The ruling was handed down by U.S. District closure that costs were expected to exceed the rectors violated the Exchange Act by giving change determined the mining firm continues to Court Judge Denise Cote in Manhattan, N.Y. Hatch study came on Oct. 15, 2007, when the com- false statements through a failure to disclose that meet its requirements to be listed. The exchange The lawsuits focus on the time period pany announced that it had hired AMEC Americas the Hatch study was inaccurate when it was re- initiated the review after NovaGold invoked a when NovaGold was fighting a hostile take- Ltd. to prepare an updated feasibility study for the leased. The claim says the study grew increas- hardship clause to allow a deal to give Electrum over bid by Barrack Gold. At that time, No- project. That NovaGold press release noted that ingly obsolete throughout the year in which Strategic Resources LLC a 30 percent stake in vaGold was working to raise capital through significant increases to capital costs were expected NovaGold touted it. Cote did not rule on the the company without a shareholder vote. • Festival the swim rewards the brave souls Once the band has taken its empty after all the excitement of walk and run is a fundraiser to sup- continued from page 1 who take the plunge into the Bering final bow, you are free to go home, the Midnight Sun Festival, do not port cancer patients, cancer sur- Sea with certificates proving their go over your photos and rest up despair. The American Cancer So- vivors and those who are affected urday with the annual parade set to light grasp on sanity. The event for Monday. ciety will put on a Relay for Life by cancer. The event will start at get underway at 11 a.m. The parade also features the annual “Dunk If your next weekend seems event on Saturday, June 27. The the East End Park at 1 p.m. will feature a few new twists this Leo” fundraiser. This year, the year. The route will kick off as al- money raised to get Nome’s own ways at the east end of Front Street Leo Rasmussen in the drink will go at the state building, but instead of toward the East End Park chil- finishing at the west end of the dren’s playground. route, it will execute a loop around You’ll have a couple of hours to BOOKNOWFORTHE Bering Street, First Avenue and Di- drip dry before heading back to vision Street back onto Front Street. Nome Elementary to see Nome’s The parade will then work its way wide array of musical talent— back to the state building. Accord- FIRST VOYAGE W906 TO along with a few visiting players— ing to the Nome Visitors Center, for the Folk Fest Main Stage event. candy will only be thrown on the A line-up of nearly 20 acts will take return trip up Front Street. the stage starting at 4:30 p.m. for NOME & VILLAGES Also new to this year’s parade 10-minute sets. Expect the unex- will be the addition of prizes for the pected as you never know what best floats. With a theme of “50 Nome’s players will have in store Years under the Midnight Sun,” the for you. The Great Alaska Blue- Seattle deadline — June 6 Nome Chamber of Commerce is of- grass Band will also take the stage fering $100 prizes for the best festi- for a half-hour set. The Main Stage Anchorage deadline — June 18 val-themed float, the best float show is free. involving youth and the judges’ The music then heads over to the Delivery Address: Full Containers/Break Bulk choice. Prizes of $50 are up for grabs Polaris Bar at 10 p.m. for more of for the best bicycle and the best Container Consolidation/LCL the Great Alaska Bluegrass Band’s 6700 W. Marginal Way SW (Terminal 115) skateboard. Floats need to be regis- lively tunes. tered by 10:30 a.m. at the state build- You can sleep in Sunday as the Seattle, WA 98106 ing parking lot to be eligible. festivities get a later start. Follow Customer Service: Phone: (800) 426-3113 Winners will be announced after the the traffic north out of town to the conclusion of the festival’s next Nome River at mile 13 of the Fax: (206) 264-4930 event, the bank robbery. Kougarok Road. There, at 1 p.m., Anchorage Terminal: 660 Western Drive Parade watchers should keep a you will find the start of the annual keen eye on Front Street after the raft race. Featuring homemade Anchorage, AK 99501 last float has passed. At high noon crafts of all types, the race works its Phone: (907) 276-4030 every year on this day, a band of way to Dexter. If you want to race, Fax: (907) 276-8733 miscreants seems to find its way show up at noon when the registra- onto Nome’s main drag with the in- tion starts. A good viewing spot for NOME: Phone: (907) 443-5738 tention of holding up Nome’s main the early portion of the race is the Fax: (907) 443-5424 bank. Find a good viewing spot in bridge about a mile downstream of front of Wells Fargo and you will the start. 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By Tyler Rhodes Game office. The permits become available For the moment, a handful of hunters in the at 9 a.m. on July 24. vicinity of Nome will again have the opportu- A waiting list is established for those who nity to hunt cow moose this fall—albeit in don’t arrive early enough to score one of the lower numbers. few permits available. Regulations in the unit Alaska Department of Fish and Game only allow one moose to be harvested per Area Biologist Tony Gorn said the current household. Some households will participate plan is to offer five permits for the Nome in the bull hunt, which occurs before the cow and Snake river drainages and 15 permits season. If they are successful in harvesting a that cover the rest of unit 22(c). The offering bull, the cow tag will be available to the next is down from last year’s offering of 10 per- person on the waiting list. “Usually if you’re mits in the nearby drainages and 20 farther one of the top three [on the list] you’ll get [a away from Nome. permit],” Gorn said. Gorn said the reduction is due to difficul- Gorn said the antlerless hunt was estab- ties in tracking the population size this winter. lished with the goal of slightly reducing the “Because of the horrible weather we had in moose population in the area. He said that February and March, we didn’t get to do a even with the hunt for cows, the area was census in unit 22(c),” Gorn said. “You have experiencing a 3 percent annual growth to be really careful when you start removing rate. That statistic helped lead to last year’s cows from the population.” increased quota. “It’s pretty amazing that He added that as more is known about the unit 22(c) around here just doesn’t have population’s health, the number of available large areas of good moose browse, but the permits could change. “I’m trying to evalu- country has sustained a moose population ate what the winter kill of moose was. If I Photo by Tyler Rhodes for years,” Gorn said. start to document large numbers of moose THE LINEUP—Five out of a group of several moose browse near Sunset Creek in April. This year, however, has Gorn feeling a bit that died from starvation, I would either re- This year’s harsh winter has led to fewer permits being offered for a fall cow moose hunt. more conservative in regard to the hunt. duce those permits or cancel the hunt alto- “The combination of not getting a census gether,” he said. killed by bears or wolves. He said examina- If offered, the permits are available on a done and having the second highest snow- Gorn said the dead moose he has seen so tions of bones from the dead moose show no first-come, first-served basis and must be fall on record makes me nervous to hit the far this season all appeared to have been sign of starvation. picked up in person at the Nome Fish and population too hard,” he said. Federal fishery council forms rural outreach committee

By Laurie McNicholas to provide opportunities for better Alaska Natives. It is not intended to Shoreside Consulting; planning director, Northwest Arctic Eric Olson, chairman of the North understanding and participation function as the primary mechanism • Jennifer Hooper of Bethel, Fish- Borough; and Pacific Fishery Management Coun- from Alaska Natives and rural com- for community input on specific ery and Forestry Resources, Natural • Pete Probasco, assistant re- cil, announced appointments to a munities; (2) to provide feedback on council actions. Resources Department, Association gional director, Office of Subsis- seven-member Rural Community community impacts sections of spe- Olson, a commercial fisherman of Village Council Presidents; tence Management, U.S. Fish and Outreach Committee June 9 at a cific analyses; and (3) to recom- who was born and raised in • Arnold (Ole) Olsen, a fisherman, Wildlife Service. council meeting in Anchorage. mend a specific outreach plan as Dillingham, will chair the com- past president of Afognak Native The committee intends to meet The council, which oversees the needed for proposed council actions mittee. He is employed by Corp., and a member of the Gulf this summer and report back to the management of fisheries in federal and to prioritize multiple actions Kwik’Pak Fisheries, a subsidiary Coast Communities Coalition board council in the fall/winter. The com- waters off Alaska, approved a mo- when necessary. of the Yukon Delta Fisheries De- of directors; mittee is no-host, as are all council tion to create the committee in The committee is intended to velopment Corp. • Paula Cullenberg, program committees, so members must pay February 2009. help the council improve its out- The other committee members are: leader, Alaska Sea Grant Marine Ad- for their own travel and accommoda- The committee’s primary tasks reach process and analyses relevant • Duncan Fields of Kodiak, a visory Program; tions. The NPFMC staff contact for are (1) to advise the council on how to the concerns of communities and member of the NPFMC and owner of • Tom Okleasik of Kotzebue, the committee is Nicole Kimball.

SUBSISTENCE PERMITS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE NOME OFFICE

Nome Subdistrict salmon set gillnet fishing schedule *

Marine waters 6 p.m. THURSDAY to 6 p.m. SUNDAY Fresh waters ** 6 p.m. MONDAY to 6 p.m. WEDNESDAY AND 6 p.m. THURSDAY to 6 p.m. SATURDAY

* Schedule is in effect for June & July unless changed by emergency order. ** Check the back of the salmon permit for subsistence areas where gillnets are allowed and the catch limits for each area.

NO SEINES ARE ALLOWED IN THE NOME SUBDISTRICT UNLESS SPECIAL FISHING PERIODS ARE ANNOUNCED! THE NOME NUGGET LOCAL THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2009 7

Friends of Pilgrim Hot Springs meet with CBNA administrator

By Laurie McNicholas through development of the site. in the 1980s. were grown at Pilgrim Hot Springs year. Green pointed out strips of The Friends of Pilgrim Hot In court testimony Neuman cited Buzek said a 45-mile transmission during its years as a boarding school land that are dry enough in summer Springs, a group of Nomeites who impossibility and mutual mistakes as line could be built along the and orphanage. Louie Green, who months to produce crops. are concerned about the future of the reasons he had not developed the Kougarok Road to transmit energy worked for many years as caretaker Jana Varrati said wetlands sink historic 320-acre site located off the property, and he did not ask to con- from the geothermal plant to Nome. of the property for PS, Ltd., said when water is removed from them. Kougarok Road about 60 miles tinue as leaseholder, Buzak said. The Ganley noted that BSNC, Sitnasuak, pretty good crops were produced Buzek replied that hot water is pulled northeast of Nome, decided to form court returned possession of Pilgrim the Bureau of Land Management and there from 1975 to 1982. He recalled from about 5,000 feet below the sur- an organization under state law dur- Hot Springs to the diocese because the State own land along the route. clearing 10 acres and planting mostly face to produce geothermal energy, ing a town meeting June 11 in the PS, Ltd. was a non-performing lease- “There could be existing easements oats, barley and some potatoes and so the process does not affect wet- City Council Chambers. holder. on the road,” he added. other vegetables. On June 3 of one lands. While showing photographs In 1917 Pilgrim Hot Springs was Rather than sell the land, diocesan Buzek emphasized that efforts to year, flooding washed away the al- of a 30-megawatt geothermal plant deeded to the Catholic Church, administrators hope to develop in- provide a geothermal plant at Pilgrim falfa seeds he had planted, he added. in Nevada, he explained that high which operated a boarding school come-producing ventures on the Hot Springs will require support Ganley said he has looked into a pressure water pumps drive hot and orphanage there from 1918 until property to help pay claimants. from Nome residents and a commit- national source of funding for preser- water through pipes to create steam the early 1940s. A church, other When Buzek joined the diocesan ment from Nome Joint Utility Sys- vation of historic buildings and from a coolant in two separate loops. buildings, a cemetery and hot tubs staff in 2000 he found that Pilgrim tem to buy power from the plant. learned you cannot use the funds to In this closed loop system, water is are located on the site. A number of Hot Springs was one of the only in- directly benefit a religious organiza- injected back into the ground, he Seward Peninsula children whose come-producing properties owned Other potential uses of site tion. “This is a problem,” he noted. added. He said a geothermal plant at parents died in the influenza pan- by the diocese because it was leased Buzek said geothermal develop- “To improve the actual church, the Pilgrim Hot Springs would be en- demic of 1918 were raised at the or- out, he noted. ment would require a long timeframe way the law is, it must be separate closed, unlike the Nevada plant. phanage. The property was listed on Buzek held informational meet- and a large monetary investment from the [CBNA] itself. The best Some visitors enjoy soaking in the National Register of Historic ings to discuss ideas for development compared to projects based on agri- option is for those kinds of funds, but tubs of hot mineral water and watch- Places in 1977. of Pilgrim Hot Springs in Nome Feb. culture, tourism or the preservation you can’t get at them [as long as ing a variety of migratory birds at The Friends of Pilgrim Hot 2 and in Teller Feb. 7. At last week’s of historic buildings. He suggested CBNA owns the church].” Ganley Pilgrim Hot Springs in summer Springs also decided to write indi- meeting in Nome he said the reor- that the Friends of Pilgrim Hot also questioned what would happen months. Buzek asked Green how vidual letters to Sen. Donny Olson ganization plan filed by the diocese Springs, the BSNC and the Mary’s to investments in projects at Pilgrim many tourists come there. “In 2007, and Rep. Richard Foster requesting a in bankruptcy court calls for devel- Igloo Native Corp. discuss uses of Hot Springs if at the end of five years 350 in July, 200 to 250 in June, and legislative waiver of the right of way opment of projects at Pilgrim Hot the property in terms of its value to the CBNA has not derived the in- in August it trailed off,” Green requirement for the seven-mile pub- Springs that will generate up to $3 all of the people of the Seward come from the property required replied. lic access road leading from the million for the plan over a five-year Peninsula. He said it could be used under the bankruptcy plan. Noting that the CBNA does not Kougarok Highway to Pilgrim Hot period. for a spiritual retreat, health retreat, Buzek displayed an aerial photo have a business arrangement with Springs. The road’s 25-year right of community gardens, a new commu- taken several days prior to the June Green, who plans to leave town later way expired in 2005, explained Tom Geothermal energy potential nity and/or a museum. “All kinds of 11 meeting that showed structures at this month, Buzek said he must find Buzek, business administrator for the Buzek idenitified four phases of things could be done with it,” he Pilgrim Hot Springs surrounded by someone to take a lease on the prop- Catholic Diocese of Fairbanks, potential development for Pilgrim noted. many large pools of water caused by continued on page 9 which owns Pilgrim Hot Springs. Hot Springs--geothermal, agricul- Agricultural crops and livestock flooding of the Pilgrim River this Renewal of the right of way is a com- ture, preservation of historic build- plex process that could take three ings and tourism. Development of years to complete, he explained. the area’s geothermal resource could Buzek also noted that the Bering produce a cheaper power source for Straits Native Corp. and the Mary’s Nome than diesel fuel and could gen- Igloo Native Corp. each own land erate some income for the CBNA along the road and have control of bankruptcy plan. Buzek is seeking the access to Pilgrim Hot Springs. investors willing to spend up to $94 You know Crowley better than you think. Several large holes in the road are million to build a 5-megawatt geo filled with about three feet of water thermal plant. Noting that Nome that currently prevents cars (but not may not need that much power, he trucks) from traversing the entire said a less expensive 2-megawatt route. plant could be planned if that is fea- Questions about the future of Pil- sible. grim Hot Springs arose in March The source of geothermal energy 2008 when the Catholic Bishop of (called the hot spot) in the Pilgrim Hot Northern Alaska, which is the legal Springs area is unknown. Buzek said corporate name for the Diocese of the University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, filed for bankruptcy reor- Alaska Center for Energy and Power ganization under Chapter 11 because applied for a $2.3 million renewable it lacked the resources to settle about energy grant from the Alaska Energy 150 claims of sexual abuse by a few Authority to conduct an assessment of priests and volunteers. As part of the the geothermal resource at Pilgrim reorganization process the diocese Hot Springs. The proposal was rec- advertised nationally and across the ommended for funding, but was not state in print, radio and television among the final projects funded with asking possible victims to file the $25 million available this year in claims. In response the number of the second round of funding. How- claimants nearly doubled to close to ever, ACEP’s organizational director 300. Gwen Holdmann told Buzek on June In a press release issued April 1, 11 that she may have found funds to 2009, the CBNA stated that the reor- conduct geotechnical research at Pil- ganization plan the diocese has filed grim Hot Springs this summer. in bankruptcy court proposes to Buzek noted that a geothermal mortgage or sell many diocesan as- plant probably will need to draw sets. The release said CBNA also from a larger area than the 320 acres will appeal to donors and conduct owned by the CBNA. Property sur- other fundraising to pay people who rounding Pilgrim Hot Springs is have filed claims for sexual abuse owned by the Mary’s Igloo Native and cover reorganization costs. Corp. The 1918 flu pandemic and a The CBNA received possession of tuberculosis epidemic two years later Pilgrim Hot Springs from the lease- devastated the village of Mary’s holder, Art Neuman of PS, Ltd. in Igloo, which currently has no year- federal bankruptcy court last De- round residents. Matt Ganley, vice cember, Buzak reported. He said the president of lands and resources, Crowley’s Nome facility employees are deeply diocese had given a 99-year lease on Bering Straits Native Corp., said the involved in their community. the property to PS, Ltd. in 1969 in regional corporation deeded subsur- exchange for $500 a month and 10 face rights to the of Mary’s Igloo Na- percent of royalties generated tive Corp. when BSNC was bankrupt Crowley is more than just a company that supplies you with vital fuel and petroleum products – we’re also your neighbors. We work here and play here. Take Laban, for instance. At work, he’s a pro at customer service: this Crowley bulk fuel plant operator has handled everything from loading fuel into tank trucks and 55-gallon drums to making sure customers receive their lube products on time. 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Photo by Denise Olin Photo by Nikolai Ivanoff SUNSHINE MAKES ME HAPPY!–Brook Anungazuk, 7, enjoys the READY TO PADDLE (above top)—Sienna Pederson (front) and Mecca Goldsberry get a feel for pad- pleasure of the sun on June 11 at the East End Beach, playing with Shan- dling in Kirsten Timbers' kayak on the beach by Farley's Camp in early June. non Ongtowasruk, 11. SCRUBBING THE BEACH—George Bard (above) and Tony Skura take care of the West Beach under sunny skies during Nome's recent annual spring clean-up. Nome’s prevention efforts get national attention Sexual violence prevention group tours Nome, Teller and White Mountain By Tyler Rhodes and Diana community strength in terms of peo- helps the center understand how dif- recounted encountering strangers Christine Schultz, a social worker Haecker ple watching out for each other, but ferent systems and communities deal who already knew that she belonged who also prepares the deceased for Remote as Nome and the Seward certainly there are the challenges of with sexual violence. the NSVRC group visiting Nome. funerals. “If there’s a need, some- Peninsula may seem, the region re- just transportation and access to serv- The members of the national ad- “Strangers knew who we were.” body’s going to step up and do it,” cently grabbed the attention of some ices if something occurs in one area visory council covered some ground Baker said she and other council Baker said. “Everybody has an im- of the nation’s leaders when it comes and you need medical care or police during their visit. The meetings members were treated to an amazing portant role in the community.” to combating sexual violence. response.” started in Anchorage and then moved dinner that included many local spe- Schultz acknowledged that wearing Leaders from the National Sexual Baker said the visit to Alaska and to Nome. While in Nome, some cialties such as muktuk, seal oil and so many hats can be exhausting, but it is Violence Resource Center paid a Nome has helped her understand members were able to take a side trip Eskimo ice cream. “The women’s also fulfilling. “It can be overwhelming, visit to Nome, White Mountain and both the logistical challenges resi- to Teller. Others were able to travel shelter prepared this incredible feast but the benefits outweigh the work,” she Teller in the first week of June. As dents here face and creative solutions with the Alaska State Troopers Col. for us,” she said. “The Bering Sea said. “You step up to the plate.” part of a larger visit to Alaska, the employed to overcome them. “It’s Audie Holloway in a helicopter to Women’s Group, they shared more Diamond also lauded the Bering side trip to the Seward Peninsula was not about how much money you White Mountain. generously than some groups who Sea Women’s Group and other local geared to show members of the na- have, it’s how people work together,” Baker said she wasn’t completely have more resources.” resources and their work to help vic- tional group both the problems con- Baker said. sure of what to expect of Nome. “I’d Baker was particularly impressed tims of domestic violence. “The fronting rural Alaskans in terms of But money does matter. “We can heard of the Iditarod and of the cold. with the resourcefulness displayed Bering Sea Women’s Group is a great, sexual assault and the ways commu- see resources are a huge issue,” Di- … But I’ve been very overwhelmed here. She noted how many residents great resource. There is a child advo- nities respond. “Part of it is a busi- amond said. “I believe the NSRVC by the friendliness of the people. We often perform a variety of roles in continued on page 9 ness meeting, but we also like to go brought a donation and some small felt very welcome,” she said. Baker serving their community, such as out and see what is happening where contributions, but there is such a we are visiting,” said NSVRC Direc- huge need there.” Diamond, who is tor Karen Baker. “We wanted to the director of the sexual assault come here and learn about and meet prevention and survivor services real people.” office with the Massachusetts De- The NSVRC Advisory Council’s partment of Public Health, said the visit to Alaska can largely be attrib- center is starting a couple of rural- uted to council member, and Alaska focused programs that could bene- State Representative Anna Fair- fit the region. clough. However, outside of direct finan- According to NSVRC Advisory cial support, Diamond and Baker Council Vice Chair Marci Diamond, said the center can work to take the the center is a federally funded proj- concerns and needs of a community ect to advocate and provide resources and make them heard on a national nationwide for sexual violence pre- level. Baker said meeting in various vention and response. The group also locations around the country also en- works to ensure people have the best ables the center to consider how na- information about how to prevent tional policy decisions will play out and respond to sexual violence. at local levels. “It allows us to ask, Members of the advisory council ‘How would that work in Nome, said they were both inspired and Alaska?’” Baker said. heartened by their visit here. “We The advisory council is comprised learned that there is a lot of re- of people from all over the nation silience, for one thing, of the sur- and of different professions. “Not vivors and of the service providers in only are we from different places, that area,” Diamond said. “That was we’re from different backgrounds,” really inspiring. There was a lot of Baker said. She said that diversity

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That could be a huge help Diamond said the visit served as if they are successful at that.” an opening of a dialogue between Despite all the challenges that those who work on a national level come with Alaska’s remote location and Nome in regard to confronting and sparse population, council mem- sexual abuse. Such connections bers were able to come away with could help lead to national policy some positive reflections. “It was re- being written to help citizens in some ally inspiring to see the voluntary ef- of the most rural parts of the country. forts that people put in when Diamond said one area where that everybody has their own struggles could make a difference is with the and challenges, and yet they find Violence Against Women Act, which time to help others in the commu- heavily considers population under nity,” Diamond said. “There seems its funding formulas. “The council to be a really strong spirit of that that Photo by Denise Olin members involved in that are going I think is something to build upon.” WHO, ME?–Sameria Ross denies being of much help in Nome and the region. As the director of the Bering Sea Women’s Group (BSWG) shel- ter, Ross is more help than she realizes. The BSWG hosted a dinner for the NSRVC leaders at the XYZ Center on June 2. • Pilgrim Hot Springs continued from page 7 Buzek spent last weekend at Pil- grim Hot Springs assessing condi- erty. He said the leaseholder would tions in the area. When he need liability insurance. He agreed returned to Nome Sunday evening, with Varrati’s comment that the algae- he told The Nome Nugget that Pil- covered hot tubs are unappealing. grim Hot Springs will be closed “There has not been much main- until further notice due to the 2009 tenance of the property for the past Pilgrim River flood. 40 years,” Buzek noted. “Louie Buzek also said he has listened to could testify that he did not have the many “heart stories” in the past few resources. It should have been done months from persons who remember per the lease of 1969. If PS, Ltd. had good times at Pilgrim Hot Springs, paid attention, the buildings could have relatives buried in the cemetery have been preserved. They are in on its grounds, or had friends and terrible shape now. I hope the hot forebears who were raised at the or- spot is not under the church.” phanage or attended boarding school Janet Tobuk recalled that her fa- there. He suggested that they and all ther, Tony Krier, had volunteered other friends of Pilgrim Hot Springs much time and labor to maintenance send their stories directly to him or tasks at Pilgrim Hot Springs. “He re- to Bishop Donald Kettler in individ- placed bridges and the next year had ual letters and state why it is impor- to replace them again,” she said. “I tant to them to keep the area EachEach yearyear inin Alaska,Alaska, 590 childrenchildren lloseose asked my dad, “Why put money into accessible to the public. The mail- what’s not yours?’ He said he’d had ing address for Tom Buzek and theirtheir ffafathersathers fromfrom thethe effectseffffects ofof a good time there.” Bishop Kettler is: Catholic Diocese ssmoking.moking. Buzek said he is getting close to of Fairbanks, 1316 Peger Road, Fair- deciding to close Pilgrim Hot banks, AK 99709. ThisThis Father’sFather’s DayDay, makemake a commitmentcommmitment ttoo qquit.uit. Springs to visitors this summer and Buzek plans to return to Nome clean up the area. He said he may July 11 or 12 to spend a week at post a sign on the property. Pilgrim Hot Springs. He invited GiveGive yyourselfourself and yyourour ffamilyamily a fifightingghting cchancehance “I am saddened to hear what was volunteers to help him clean up toto BrBreatheeathe Easyy...... said,” commented Richard Ben- and paint structures at the site dur- neville, who has transported tourists ing that week. to Pilgrim Hot Springs for at least 15 The next meeting of the Friends years. “It’s going against the spirit of Pilgrim Hot Springs is scheduled of it all.” June 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Polar Cub KeepKe p It Smoke-FreeSmokke-Frreee “Maybe your business should put Restaurant. 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By Janet Ahmasuk ents, culturally relevant after school Corp. for the $200,000 donation to Extra duty contracts were not ap- programs, finding other ways to pro- NACTEC. proved at the Nome Board of Educa- vide resources, and looking for ways At 6:48 p.m. the board went into tion meeting June 9. The vote went to fund a Native Education special- executive session for two separate down 3 to 2. Betsy Brennan and ist. issues, a confidential student matter magine, create, participate! Barb Nickels voted yes and Albert JROTC students Sam Schmidt and a personnel issue. McComas, Gloria Karmun and and Casie Habetter spoke on behalf IIn the Kegoayah Kozga Library’s Kirsten Timbers voted no. Those of continuing the JROTC program— voting no wanted to wait until the how much it meant to them over the • More News Briefs 2009/10 Activity Handbook is years and that support for JROTC 2009 Summer Reading Program rewritten because they see serious would mean so much to NPS stu- continued from page 2 problems with what is/is not in it. dents. House Finance Co-chairs Mike Board members voting yes did not Parent Lynette Schmidt also asked Hawker and Bill Stoltze, and House want to be unfair to the students who for support for the JROTC program. Minority Leader Beth Kerttula. were already out of town or were She said efforts so far have failed The federal economic stimulus act scheduled for sports events later this and that funding now would need a sets a 2017 goal for states to meet Children’s Library Hour summer. Also pay for activities Hail Mary pass, but they aren’t giv- energy-efficiency standards for resi- helpers under $10,000 does not need ing up yet. She mentioned the kids in dential and commercial construction 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. board approval. the program have been taught lead- but does not require that states count Outgoing Superintendent Rick ership skills and government square footage or enforce the goal. Luthi offered to find three to four processes, etc. Possibilities for next The DOE has told legislators it will • Tuesday (ages 3-5): Storytime & Crafts - 10 a.m. student handbooks from comparable year may look better. merely require that states prepare • Thursday (ages 6-13): Crafts & Activities - 10 a.m. schools/similar size to Nome Public Steve Cropsey, who works for and promote a plan for how they Schoolsfor the board. Rover Contractors on the Nome- could meet adequate energy-effi- The other two action items ap- Beltz construction project, men- ciency standards. Palin said, this proved were a Federal Programs Ad- tioned that all workers out at the high isn’t so. In a press release she said ministrator contract and the FY/09 school project are local hires. A full that full compliance with the strict Kegoayah Kozga Library • 443-6628 Budget Revision. crew has been showing up. He has new codes, which regulate even the In other business, Jeff Selvey, out- also been befriended by a big furry type of lighting that can be installed, going director of Northwest dog named Piggy—his new best would cost Alaskans thousands of AlaskaCareer and Technical Center friend on the job. dollars per new home or renovation. was presented with a service plaque Board member Nickels would like “We took issue with Washington’s for excellence, dedication to NPS to able to read public comments be- universal building codes mandate Alaska Logistics and its children by Board President fore the work sessions start. and said they were unacceptable for Karmun. Board member Brennan men- Alaska,” Palin said. “Eventually, bu- Barge Schedule Major Gary Grennon, Junior Re- tioned that the students went to reaucrats at DOE admitted the re- serve Officer Training Corps Nome Common Council themselves quirements were ‘not appropriate’ • Voyage 9003 departs (JROTC) instructor, announced that and she would like to see NPS Board and offered funding if I would just June 18. he has accepted a position with An- support in a letter for the JROTC push the codes on all our communi- Seward, AK on chorage’s East High School as Army program. ties. I believe in local control, so I • Voyage 9004 departs instructor. He thanked all for support Superintendent Luthi announced said no.” while he was here and hopes the that Nome Elementary Teacher Jon Seattle, WA on July 10. JROTC program continues at NPS. Berkely has been moved into the po- University of Alaska President • Voyage 9004 departs Seward, AK on Marcia Sloan from Nome Eskimo sition of Federal Program Adminis- Mark Hamilton retires July 15. Community gave an update on the trator. After being president of the Uni- agency’s on-going efforts on behalf Board member Nickels thanked versity of Alaska since 1998, Mark of the NPS school children, which NEC employees Marcia Sloan and Hamilton last week said that he’s Tug & Barge Service from Seattle to Western Alaska include the breakfast program, high Joel Alowa for attending the meet- ready to retire from his position lead- school scholarships, applying for ing. Other board members thanked ing the 16-campus system. The 64- 1-866-585-3281 • www.Alaska-Logistics.com grants, school activities, implement- Selvey, Maj. 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The President/CEO must demonstrate visionary budgeting, program management, and grant writ- Clara Noyakuk, DOB: 4/22/88, was arrested and “62 years of age or older, handicap/disabled, regardless of age” leadership, business acumen, and a commitment ing is preferred. Must be a resident of the Norton booked into AMCC for Assault in the Fourth De- to Sitnasuak Native Corporation. Applicants must Sound region and proficient with computers and •Electricity subsidized; major appliances provided gree. • submit a well-qualified resume, cover letter clearly associated technology. Jeffrey Saclamana, DOB: 4/17/82, was arrested Rent based on income for eligible households defining areas of experience, expertise and skill Closing Date: Open Until Filled. and booked into AMCC for Assault Fourth Degree, •Rent subsidized by USDA Rural Development sets, three letters of reference, and additional in- NSEDC offers a competitive salary and excel- Domestic Violence. formation, including significant contributions of lent benefits package. Please see our website 6/14 515 Steadman Street, Nome quality improvement or administrative transforma- to view the full job description and to down- A Nome juvenile received a citation for Curfew. tion. load the application at www.nsedc.com or con- Robert Baugher, DOB: 7/23/65m received a cita- EQUAL tact Camille Cruz, HR Director, (800) 650-2248. tion for ATV on Highway. OPPORTUNITY The applicantʼs packet should be sent to the Sit- Qualified individuals should submit their ap- John Penetac, DOB: 11/12/64, was arrested and EMPLOYER nasuak Native Corporation Search Committee c/o plication, resume and cover letter to: NSEDC, booked into AMCC for Drunk on Licensed Prem- Crystal Andersen-Booth, Chairperson-Board of Di- 420 L Street, Suite 310, Anchorage, AK 99501, ises and Introduction of Alcohol to Licensed Prem- (907) 443-5220 rectors, PO Box 905, Nome, Alaska 99762. Appli- Telephone: (907) 274-2248 and Fax: (907) 274- ise. Fax: (907) 443-5318 cations should be sent by July 1, 2009, and the 2249. PO BOX 1289 • Nome, AK 99762 During this reporting period, we had 13 persons Michael Eaton, Manager Hearing Impaired: 1-800-770-8973 position will remain open until filled. Shareholder 6/11-18-25; 7-2 transported to the hospital for a Title 47 Protective Custody Hold. Trooper Beat

On May 29, AST received a report of a sexual poor visibility and low clouds hampered search ef- charged with Minor Consuming Alcohol and Pro- rant for failure to appear. The juvenile was ar- venile from Savoonga with an arrest warrant. The abuse of a minor in the Norton Sound region, in- forts. At approximately 7:30 p.m. Nome AST was bation Violation. rested in Savoonga and transported to the Nome juvenile was transported to the Nome Youth Facil- vestigation continues. notified that a missing aircraft had been located Youth Facility. ity. Details are being withheld pending further in- approximately half a mile east of the village of On June 13, at 12:40 p.m., AST arrested a 17- vestigation. On June 1, Nome AST received a report of 4- Elim. Elim VPSO Gerald Otto responded to and year-old juvenile from Gambell with an arrest war- On June 13, at 1:00 p.m., AST arrested a ju- wheeler being stolen, the vehicle was recovered secured the scene. Medical personnel from Elim and investigation is continuing. responded, both the pilot Bruce Harden, 69, and passenger Lonnie Draheim, 50, both of Brookings, On June 2, Nome AST received a report of an Oregon were pronounced deceased. AST, FAA Legals assault taking place in St. Michael. The partici- and NTSB arrived in Elim on June 11. AST and Request for Architectural Services Proposals Property Tax November 24, 1934 map of the TOWNSITE OF pants are known, no alcohol was involved and no NTSB arrived in Elim on June 11. Little Diomede K-12 O-09-06-02 An Ordinance to Establish, Approve NOME; Records of the Nome Recording District, serious injuries were suffered. The case will be Major Maintenance Project and Adopt the FY2010 City of Nome Capital Proj- Second Judicial District, State of Alaska; which forwarded to the Nome DAO for review. On June 10, Gambell VPOs arrested Roger ects Fund Budget has a street address of 100 Front Street, Nome, Slwooko, 23, of Gambell, for a probation violation. The Bering Strait School District (BSSD) is solic- O-09-06-03 An Ordinance to Establish, Approve AK 99762. Trustor/Record Owner Stanley On June 5, at 7:00 p.m., the Nome Police De- Slwooko then spit on one of the VPOs. Slwooko iting proposals from architectural firms to do the and Adopt the FY2010 City of Nome Special Rev- Sobocienski, individually and as surviving spouse partment and AST arrested Kimberly Iyakitan, 42, will be transported to Nome for arraignment and design and engineering for the Little Diomede K- enue Fund Budget of Valerie Sobocienski, as to Lot 2; Stanley of Gambell, in Nome with an arrest warrant for Vi- charged with a Probation Violation and Harass- 12 Major Maintenance project located in Little O-09-06-04 An Ordinance to Establish, Approve Sobocienski as to Lot 3 and the East 40 feet of Lot olation of Conditions of Release. Iyakitan was re- ment in the First Degree. Alcohol was involved. Diomede, AK. and Adopt the FY2010 City of Nome Port of Nome 4, have breached the obligation for which the manded to AMCC with $1,000 bail. Proposal to include A&E services from Schematic Fund Budget Deed of Trust is security: failure to make payments On June 10, at about 2:15 p.m., AST received Design through Construction Documents: O-09-06-05 An Ordinance to Establish, Approve when due under the Deed of Trust. Beneficiary, On June 6, at 7:40 a.m., AST received a report a complaint from a female who reported she was a) Planning and design for the remodel or re- and Adopt the City of Nome FY2010 Construction Wells Fargo Bank Alaska, National Association, is of an intoxicated minor in Gambell. A 16-year old assaulted by her ex-boyfriend on June 10, at placement of approximately 18,500 square feet of Capital Projects Fund Budget owed the principal amount of $55,576.81, plus in- juvenile was subsequently charged with Minor about 10 a.m. Investigation resulted in an arrest school educational space, including standard These ordinances had first reading at the regular terest at the current rate of 8.25% (the interest rate Consuming Alcohol. warrant issued for Kelly Slwooko, 31, of Gambell., classrooms, labs, shops, physical education, stor- meeting of the Nome City Council on June 8, 2009 is subject to change from time to time based on charging him with Assault IV and probation viola- age, mechanical, electrical and flow space b) at Noon, 12:00 PM and were passed to second changes in an index which is the floating rate On June 6, at 8:40 a.m., AST received a report tion. preparation of a project budget and independent reading, public hearing and final passage at a reg- equal to the Prime Rate set from time to time by of an intoxicated minor in Gambell. Sidney Ku- cost estimate c) preparation of building perform- ular meeting of the Council scheduled for June Wells Fargo Bank plus 2.5 percentage points lowiyi, 18, of Savoonga, was subsequently On June 11, Unalakleet AST contacted Regi- ance specifications, d) soils analysis e) hazmat in- 22nd at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers of City above the index) per annum from December 14, charged with Minor Consuming Alcohol. nald Lockwood, 55, of Unalakleet, during the con- vestigation, and, f) construction administration. Hall located at 102 Division Street. Copies of the 2008, plus costs, fees, and other charges incurred tact it was discovered that Lockwood was in Firms qualified and interested in the above scope ordinances are available in the office of the City or advanced thereafter. The Trustee elects to sell On June 8, at 4:00 a.m., AST received a report possession of firearms in violation of his probation of services are invited to submit the following in- Clerk. the property and to apply the proceeds against the of a disturbance in Gambell. Subsequent investi- and state law. Lockwood was arrested and trans- formation: a) name of firm b) resume of firm and of 6/11-18 obligation. Trustee reserves the right to postpone gation led to the arrest of a 16-year old juvenile for ported to Nome. He is being charged with two individuals that will be participating in this project the sale, set a minimum bid, submit an offset bid, Minor Consuming Alcohol and Assault 4. The ju- counts of Misconduct Involving a Weapon in the c) registration, licensing and professional history NOTICE OF DEFAULT — SALE OF REAL and establish other bidding procedures at the sale. venile was released to a parent. Third Degree and a Probation Violation. d) Architectʼs Statement of Qualifications e) de- PROPERTY Questions should be directed to the Law Offices scription of rural Alaska experience f) school proj- A foreclosure sale will be held August 13, 2009, at of GROH EGGERS, LLC, 2600 Cordova Street, On June 9, at 4:18 a.m., AST received a report On June 12, Unalakleet AST received a report ect experience, list of projects completed within 9:30 a.m. in the lobby at the main front entrance, Suite 110, Anchorage, AK 99503, phone (907) of a disturbance in Gambell. Subsequent investi- of vandalism at the Stebbins teacher housing. A last ten years and sample 8 ½” x 11” floor plans Nome Superior Court, at the Federal Building, 562-6474. gation led to the arrest of Stephan Apangalook, suspect has been identified and investigation con- from several projects g) financial history of firm, Front Street, Nome, AK of the Deed of Trust Yukon Title Company, Inc., Trustee 18, of Gambell, for Violation of Conditions of Re- tinues. including a recent financial statement h)work plan recorded August 1, 2002, as Instrument No. 2002- Dated: 5/11/09 lease and Minor Consuming Alcohol. Apangalook and proposed schedule for the performance of 000701-0, Nome Recording District, Second Judi- By: Cathy Shuttleworth was remanded to AMCC. On June 12, Unalakleet AST received a report services i) narrative of your qualifications pertain- cial District, State of Alaska, as a lien against real 6/11-18-25; 7/2 of a death in the village of Stebbins. Investigation ing to this work j) experience with the “Team-Build” property described as: Lots 2 and 3 and the East On June 9, Nome AST received a report of an revealed that Austin Matthias, 83, of Stebbins had (CM/GC) approach to project delivery k)refer- 40 feet of Lot 4, Block ʻGʼ, according to the official assault in the village of St. Michael. Investigation passed away. It was discovered that Matthias was ences. continued on page 13 confirmed that John Elachik, 32, of St. Michael, suffering from multiple medical issues. His body Statement of Qualifications Forms may be ob- had severely assaulted his girlfriend several days was released to family for burial. tained by contacting Bob Dickens at email bdick- before the report. The victim had been treated at [email protected]. Requests may also be made to the St. Michael Clinic for her injuries. Elachik was On June 12, Unalakleet AST received a report FAX Number (907) 624-3524. Looking for a new best friend arrested on June 10, and transported to Nome for of an assault in the village of Stebbins. Investiga- Proposals must be submitted in quadruplicate and arraignment, he was charged with Assault in the tion revealed that Kenny Washington, 31, of Steb- received by the Bering Strait School District prior or an addition to the family? Fourth Degree and a Probation Violation. bins, had handled a rifle while being intoxicated to 3:00PM, June 19, 2009. Proposals received and pointed it at two people, one being a VPO. after that time will not be considered. On June 9, AST was notified of an overdue air- Washington was arrested for two counts of Assault Grubby says, “get over to the craft from Galena to Nome with two people on in the Third Degree and Misconduct Involving a Proposals shall be addressed as follows: board. On June 10, AST and Alaska Air National Weapon in the Fourth Degree and transported to Bob Dickens, Facilities Director Guard aircraft were deployed to search for the Nome. Gregory Mike, 38, of Stebbins, was found Bering Strait School District animal shelter and see which of missing aircraft. Poor weather consisting of fog, to be intoxicated in violation of his probation and P.O. Box 225 poor visibility and low clouds hampered search ef- he was also arrested and transported to Nome for Unalakleet, Alaska 99684 my friends want to go home forts. At approximately 7:30 p.m., Nome AST was the Probation Violation. notified that the missing aircraft had been located “Architectural Services Proposal” with you.” His friends are approximately half a mile east of the village of On June 13, at 5:00 a.m., AST received a re- All questions regarding this proposal shall be sub- Elim. Elim VPSO Gerald Otto responded to and port of a disturbance in Gambell. Subsequent in- mitted in writing and either faxed to (907) 624- secured the scene. Medical personnel from Elim vestigation led to the arrest of Virginia Sue 3524 or emailed to [email protected]. waiting for you, call to make an responded and both the pilot and passenger were Campbell, 26, of Gambell, for Probation Violation. Firms qualifying for formal interviews will be noti- Grubby pronounced deceased. Next-of-kin are being no- fied by June 23, 2003. Individual Firm interviews appointment today. tified by Law Enforcement at this time. AST, Na- On June 13, at 5:00 a.m., AST received a re- may be conducted on or about June 30, 2008. tional Transportation and Safety Board, and port of a disturbance in Gambell. Dawny James, BSSD reserves the right to relinquish formal in- Adopt a pet and get a FREE bag of dog/cat food from Federal Aviation Administration investigators are 21, of Gambell, was subsequently charged with terviews and award the A&E contract based on responding to Elim to investigate the crash scene. Probation Violation. submitted proposals. BSSD shall not be liable for Nome Kennel Club Investigation is ongoing. All requests for informa- any costs incurred by any A&E firm in response to Doctor Leedy and the . Dog food, cat tion should be directed to the AST PIO Office and On June 13, at 5:40 a.m., AST received a re- this request. an update and release of additional information port of a disturbance in Gambell. Kathleen Irrigoo, 6/4-11-18 food, cat litter and other donations are always welcome will be done after 12:00 p.m., on June 11, allowing 21, of Gambell, was subsequently charged with CITY OF NOME investigators to conduct the investigation. Probation Violation. PUBLIC NOTICE at the Nome Animal Shelter! On June 10, AST and Alaska Army National O-09-06-01 An Ordinance Approving and Adopt- Guard aircraft were deployed to search for the On June 13, at 5:40 a.m., AST received a re- ing the FY2010 General Fund Municipal Budget missing aircraft described as a red and white port of a disturbance in Gambell. Shawn for the City of Nome, Alaska Exercising the Power Nome Animal Control & Adopt-A-Pet • 443.5212 or 443.5262 homebuilt RV-7. Poor weather consisting of fog, Boolowon, 19, of Gambell, was subsequently to Assess, and Authorizing the Levy of a General THE NOME NUGGET THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2009 13

• More Legals If selected by AHFC, successful subrecipients posed development in greater detail. These addi- NOTICE grams offered at the University of Alaska Fair- continued from page 12 must execute a Grantee Agreement and adminis- tional aspects are outlined in the FY 2010 GOAL banks (including our distance delivered education ter the funds in accordance with Federal HOME Program Rating and Award Criteria Plan. Sup- The University of Alaska Fairbanks School of programs), and should specify the respondentʼs Notice Program Regulations. porting information on all of these components will Education (including our distance-delivered relationship, if any, to the institution (i.e. graduate, Nome Eskimo Community (NEC), a federally rec- The only way interested parties can be in- be submitted in the full GOAL application. programs) is hosting an accreditation review present or former faculty member, employer of ognized Tribe, is requesting proposals from qual- cluded in this solicitation is by submitting an The deadline is 4:30 p.m. on July 28, 2009. To by the National Council for Accreditation of graduates.) Copies of all correspondence received ified firms and individuals for the provision of audit “Intent to Apply” form available on the inter- obtain a preliminary application and find out Teacher Education (NCATE). will be sent to the University of Alaska Fairbanks services. Interested firms and individuals must net: www.ahfc.us (select Notices, Notices of more about these development programs, Both NCATE and the University of Alaska Fair- for comment prior to review. No anonymous testi- submit written proposals to NEC so that they are Funding Availability). please visit the AHFC website at: banks recognize that graduates, parents, schools, mony will be considered. received, in person or by mail, on or before the To be eligible for funding under this program, “In- http://www.ahfc.state.ak.us/grants/goal_down- and community organizations have valuable per- Letters of comment should be received no later close of business on Friday, October 30, 2009. tent to Apply” forms must be received by 4:30 p.m. load.cfm. spectives on the quality of the programs that pre- than July 20, 2009. The audit services will be for a three-year period Local Anchorage Time, June 30, 2009. Forms Or contact: pare teachers and other school personnel. We UAF is an affirmative action/equal opportunity em- beginning with the fiscal year ending December delivered to an incorrect AHFC location or re- Daniel Delfino invite interested parties to submit written testimony ployer and educational institution. 31, 2009 through fiscal year ending December 31, ceived after the deadline WILL NOT be eligible to Alaska Housing Finance Corporation on the School of Education to: 6/18 2011. All services are to be in accordance with 24 apply and will not be considered for funding. P.O. Box 101020 Board of Examiners CFR Part 44, the Single Audit Act. In accordance Forms will only be accepted via email at: Anchorage, Alaska 99510 NCATE with Federal regulations, Indian Preference in the [email protected]. Telefax and hard copy 907-330-8273 2010 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 500 selection process shall apply. forms WILL NOT be accepted. 907-338-2585(FAX) Washington, DC 20036-1023 For more information contact Debra Evans at For more information, or if unable to access the 1-800-478-2432 or by email to [email protected] (907) 443-2246 or email at [email protected]. “Intent to Apply” form via internet, contact: [email protected] Comments must address substantive matters re- 6/11-18-25; 7/2 Colette Slover, Planning Department 6/18-25 lated to the quality of professional education pro- Alaska Housing Finance Corporation Notice 4300 Boniface Parkway, Request for Proposal: The city of Unalakleet will PO Box 101020, Anchorage, AK. 99510-1020 • More News Briefs receive sealed proposals until 12:00 noon (local 330-8275 or 1-800-478-2432 (toll-free statewide) time), 10 July, 2009, for Foothills Master Plan and 6/18-25 Subdivision Design Project, Unalakleet, Alaska. board of regents can begin the selec- preparing to celebrate its first whale Documents are available 12 June 2009 through NOTICE OF FY 2010 GOAL tion process for a new president. kill in 72 years. Whalers in Point Lay the City of Unalakleet. Contact Herbert Ivanoff, PRELIMINARY APPLICATION City Administrator. Phone (907) 624-3531 Fax: “Quite simply, I want to spend caught the bowhead whale May 5. A (907) 486-3130. Email: Herbert Ivanoff In September 2009, Alaska Housing Finance Cor- more time with my family, my lovely celebration and feast is scheduled for [email protected]. poration (AHFC) will announce the FY 2010 No- wife Patty, who has had to share me June 26. 6/18-25 tice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for its Greater with either the U.S. Army or the uni- The village, located 175 miles Opportunity for Affordable Living (GOAL) Pro- Alaska Operating Expense Assistance (OEA) gram. Under this NOFA, AHFC makes grants, versity system for over 40 years. I southwest of Barrow, wasn’t among ALASKA HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION zero-interest loans, and federal tax credits avail- (AHFC) announces the availability of annual fund- able for competitive allocation to successful pre- News Briefs want to have time to enjoy our four the original nine villages to receive a ing for the Operating Expense Assistance (OEA) application respondents who will acquire, children and their families, including quota when the International Whal- program. This program is for organizations who rehabilitate, or construct rental housing. my ninth grandchild due this fall,” ing Commission formally recognized meet the Department of Housing and Urban De- In order to be eligible to apply for the FY 2010 continued from page 10 velopment (HUD), HOME Investment Partner- GOAL Program, a Preliminary Application for said Hamilton. the Native subsistence bowhead hunt ships program criteria as Community Housing your proposed project must be submitted to year-old Hamilton made the an- in 1978. Development Organizations (CHDOs) or who are Alaska Housing Finance Corporation no later nouncement at the close of a two-day interested in becoming CHDOs as defined by than July 28, 2009 at 4:30 P.M. Northwest Alaska village lands The village campaigned for the HUD 24 CFR Part 92. The preliminary application will, in part, provide board meeting in Fairbanks. A press first whale in 72 years right to take a whale and was The OEA program provides CHDOs certified by sufficient information for AHFC to determine if the release said that the specific depar- AHFC with operating cost funding. To receive OEA project proposal meets the minimum criteria for in- ANCHORAGE (AP)— A village awarded a quota of one last year funds, a CHDO must demonstrate that it has or in- vitation into the full FY 2010 GOAL competition. A ture date isn’t set yet, but Hamilton on the northwest coast of Alaska is based on historical precedent. tends to develop, sponsor, or own HOME Invest- full list of items that will be reviewed during the made his intentions known so the ment Partnership assisted housing outside of the pre-application is available in the FY 2010 GOAL Municipality of Anchorage. Program Rating and Award Criteria Plan. The full Eligible applicants include only Non-Profit Or- FY 2010 GOAL application, to be submitted in the ganizations who qualify as CHDOs. Fall of 2009, will address other aspects of the pro-

Public Notice Moonlight Friends of Pilgrim Wells Permit Hot Springs A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE CONDUCTED DURING THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE General meeting NOME CITY COUNCIL TO SEEK COMMENTS ON THE FOLLOWING: Meeting to be held: Approval of a Permit to be issued to Nome AK Thursday, June 25, 2009 Gold Concentrates, LLC: for a Placer Mine in the 7 p.m. Moonlight Wells Protection Area. Polar Cafe Date: Monday, June 22, 2009 Time: 6 p.m. PLEASE NOTE NEW TIME Public is welcome to attend Location: City Council Chambers THE PUBLIC IS INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND 6/11-18 8S Public Notice 8S 20W 23W 22W 21W

The Nome Planning Commission has one (1) seat available Lands Closed to Hunting and Guiding for re-appointment. in the Vicinity of Golovin Bay If you are interested in serving on the Nome Planning Com- Golovin Native Corporation 9S mission, please submit an application form. 9S9 (Private Lands) Application forms are available at City Hall or on the City of Alaska Native Allotment Nome website at: www.nomealaska.org (Private Lands) ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THURS- Fish River Contact: Golovin Native Corporation DAY, JULY 2, 2009 AT 5:00 P.M. TO CITY HALL, AT THE (907)779-3251

FOLLOWING ADDRESS: Kachauik River CITY CLERK’S OFFICE CITY OF NOME . 10S 10S P.O. BOX 281 102 DIVISION STREET 1-18-25 Golovin Lagoon Cheenik Cr NOME, ALASKA 99762

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12S Nome Eskimo Community currently has one (1) Golovin Bay vacant Tribal Council seat. The seat will expire at 12S the Annual Meeting 2009. Candidates must be a Tribal member of Nome Eskimo Community and Rocky Point 21 years or older to serve. 22W 23W Applications will be accepted until Friday, June NOTICE TO SPORT HUNTERS, GUIDES & PILOTS 19, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. The Pubilc is reminded that lands within the shaded areas on the map are predominantly privately owned Cape Darby 13S Interested members may pick up an application by Golovin Native Corporation and its Shareholders. at the NEC office building at 200 W. 5th Avenue. Sport hunting by non-shareholders, guides and their clients, and hunting by aircraft is NOT ALLOWED ON If you have any questions, you may contact Linda CORPORATION LAND. 21W 20W at 443-2246 or email [email protected]. Norton Sound 5/28; 6/4-11-18 14 THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2009 THE NOME NUGGET

Photo by Nancy McGuire BREAKFAST, ANYONE?— Girls’ basketball coach Doug Boyer and player Dylan Johnson prepare some carry-out breakfasts Saturday at their fund raising event at XYZ. Photo by Denise Olin TAKES THE OATH—William McMillen is sworn in as the newest mem- ber of the Alaska State Bar by the Honorable Judge Ben Esch on June 12 in Nome. He took the Bar exam in February. McMillen has been in Alaska for three years and started working in Nome as the assistant pub- lic defender in August of 2008. Court

Week ending 6/12 participate in and complete counseling and Matrix Program; Other: curfew 10p— State of Alaska v. Samuel T. Goldsberry (10/14/85); 2NO-07-520CR Notice of Dis- Civil 7am except with person approved by and activity approval by a grandparent; No I- missal; Supplemental PTR filed on 6/3/09; Filed by the DAs Office 6/9/09. Wards Cove Packing Co vs. Noyakuk, Robert; Debt - District Court Pod music 12p—7am; Obtain GED and Kawerak Training Program; Follow house State of Alaska v. Samuel Goldsberry (10/14/85); 2NO-09-296CR Violating Release State of Alaska, Dept of Revenue, CSSD vs. Oviok, Quddus; Petition for Order re rules at residence, keep room neat, help with chores. Conditions; Date of offense: 5/31/09; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or PFD or Native Dividend State of Alaska v. Jake Sherman (11/14/51); Count 1: DUI; Date of offense: 3/28/09; 60 performance bond is exonerated; 30 days, 0 days suspended; Unsuspended 20 Fagerstrom, Robert vs. SNC Telecommunication LLC; Employment Dispute - Su- days, 40 days suspended; Report by 10/31/09 to AMCC; Fine: $3,000 with $0 sus- days shall be served with defendant remanded to AMCC; Recommend Seaside perior Court pended; Fine due 10/31/09; Police Training Surcharge: $75 with $0 suspended; $75 CRC; Jail Surcharge: $50 with $0 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 Komok, Rhonda L vs. Peterson, Lena; Stalking Protect Proceed: Both Ex Parte & (due 10 days from date of this judgment: 6/4/09); Jail Surcharge: $150 (if probation), days to: AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: $50 shall be Long Term $100 suspended; Amount due: $50 to Collections Unit, AGs Office, Anchorage; Cost paid through this court within 10 days. Komok, Rhonda L vs. Lockwood, Jordan; Stalking Protect Proceed: Both Ex Parte of Imprisonment: $1,467 (2nd offense) with $0 suspended; Full amount due to Col- State of Alaska v. Elizabeth Mokiyuk (5/18/72); 2NO-08-779CR Order to Modify or Re- & Long Term lections Unit, AGs Office, Anchorage; Restitution: In an amount to be determined; voke Probation; ATN: 110699262; Probation terminated; Suspended jail term re- Small Claims Crim. R. 32.6; To be paid directly to, and to satisfaction of, the victim Karen Kunnuk; voked and imposed: All remaining time, consecutive to the revocation in Case No. Credit Union 1 vs. Nassuk, Christopher D.; SC $2500 or Less: 1 Deft. Cert Mail Complete Substance Abuse Treatment Assessment: other: NSBHS or an ASAP 2NO-08-911CR; Shall report to AMCC by 2pm on 6/11/09; Any appearance or per- Cornerstone Credit Services LLC vs. Kavairlook, Kevin; SC $2500 or Less: 1 Deft. program by 7/1/09; File proof by end of probation that you received an assessment; formance bond is exonerated upon reporting to jail. Cert Mail Obey Driverʼs License Directives: Driverʼs license revoked for 1 year; Concurrent State of Alaska v. Elizabeth Mokiyuk (5/18/72); 2NO-08-911CR Order to Modify or Re- Cornerstone Credit Services LLC vs. Segock, Kimberly M.; SC More Than $2500: with DMV action; Use an Ignition Interlock Device; After you regain privilege to drive, voke Probation; ATN: 109264383; Probation terminated; Suspended jail term re- 1 Deft. Cert Mail use an ignition interlock (IID) as directed in the IID Information Sheet (CR-483) for voked and imposed: All remaining time, consecutive to the revocation in Case No. 24 months during the period of probation; Costs of IID will be deducted from fine if 2NO-08-779CR; Shall report to AMCC by 2pm on 6/11/09; Any appearance or per- you file proof of payment before fine due date; Probation until 6/4/10; Obey all di- formance bond is exonerated upon reporting to jail; Must pay suspended $100 jail Week ending 6/12 rect court orders listed above by the deadlines stated; Commit no jailable offenses. surcharge to the AGs Office, Anchorage. State of Alaska v. Fred L. Savok (11/2/77); 2KB-07-405CR Order to Modify or Revoke State of Alaska v. Ivan Larsen (3/1/88); Disorderly Conduct; Date of offense: 3/10/09; State of Alaska v. Elizabeth Mokiyuk (5/18/72); 2NO-09-118CR Notice of Dismissal; Probation; ATN: 109615149; Violated conditions of probation; Probation terminated; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 10 days, 10 days suspended; Charge 001: Assault Fourth Degree; Charge 002: Criminal Mischief Fourth Degree; Suspended jail term revoked and imposed: All remaining time, defendant is released Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 Filed by the DAs Office 6/10/09. per Order and Conditions of Released entered 6/8/09; Shall remand himself to days to: AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: $50 shall be State of Alaska v. Elizabeth Mokiyuk (5/18/72); 2NO-09-118CR Notice of Dismissal; AMCC by 9pm on 6/9/09. paid through this court within 10 days; Probation until 6/10/10; Shall comply with all Charge 003: Violating Conditions of Release; Filed by the DAs Office 6/12/09. State of Alaska v. Fred Savok (11/2/77); 2NO-09-331CR Violating Release Conditions; court orders by the deadlines stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation State of Alaska v. Amos Cruise (9/1/89); Notice of Dismissal; Charge 001: Driving in Vi- Date of offense: 6/10/09; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 6 of these conditions of probation; Shall commit no violations of law, assaultive or dis- olation of Instruction Permit; Filed by the DAs Office 6/12/09. months, 0 months suspended; Unsuspended 6 months shall be served with defen- orderly conduct, or domestic violence; Shall not contact, directly or indirectly, or re- State of Alaska v. Stephan S. Apangalook (6/13/90); 2NO-09-256CR Habitual Minor dant remanded to AMCC consecutive to revocation in 2KB-05-405CR; This Court turn to the residence of K.L. (excludes court appearances or parties). Consuming or in Possession or Control of Alcoholic Beverage; Date of offense: recommends Wildwood Substance Abuse Program; Jail Surcharge: $50 with $0 State of Alaska v. Mary Ahnangnatoguk (12/16/85); Count 005: Theft 3º; Date of of- 5/7/09; 90 days, 90 days suspended; Consecutive to 09-257CR; Jail Surcharge: suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to: AGs Collections Unit, An- fense: 2/23/09; Partial Plea Agreement; Counts (Charges) Dismissed by State: $100 with $100 suspended; Community Work: Complete 96 hours of community chorage; Police Training Surcharge: $50 shall be paid through this court within 10 count 1—4 (001, 002, 003, 004); Any appearance or performance bond is exoner- work service and submit proof of completion to the Nome Clerk of Court within 120 days. ated; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within days; Driverʼs License or Permit: Revoked for 6 months, concurrent with any DMV State of Alaska v. Raleigh Ahkvaluk (9/23/67); Dismissal; Assault 4º, Charge Number 10 days to: AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Training Surcharge: $50 shall administrative actin; Shall immediately surrender license/permit to court; Probation 1; Filed by the DAs Office 6/9/09. be paid through this court within 10 days; Restitution: Defendant has made restitu- until his 21st birthday; Shall not consume inhalants, or possess or consume con- State of Alaska v. Douglas F. Henry (6/4/78); 2NO-05-573CR Order to Modify or Revoke tion; Probation until 6/11/10; Shall comply with all court orders by the deadlines trolled substances or alcoholic beverages; Shall surrender any license/permit, pay Probation; ATN: 109061712; Violated conditions of probation; Probation terminated; stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of proba- fine and surcharge, show proof of community work service, and report to jail as or- Suspended jail term revoked and imposed: All remaining time, consecutive to the tion; Shall commit no violations of law. dered; Shall submit to warrantless breath test at request of peace officer and may term in Case No. 2NO-08-790CR; Remanded into custody. State of Alaska v. Valerie J. Noongwook (10/29/76); 2NO-09-79CR Harassment 2º; be arrested without a warrant for probation violation; Shall contact VBC at Gam- State of Alaska v. Douglas F. Henry (6/4/78); 2NO-08-790CR Order to Modify or Revoke Date of offense: 2/4/09; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or performance bell/NSBHS by 7/6/09, and shall be evaluated, pay for, and successfully complete Probation; ATN: 110823588; Violated conditions of probation; Probation terminated; bond is exonerated; 30 days, 30 days suspended; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 any recommended alcohol education or treatment program(s); Inpatient treatment Suspended jail term revoked and imposed: All remaining time, consecutive to the suspended; Shall pay unsuspended $50 within 10 days to: AGs Collections Unit, An- of up to 180 days can be required; Failure to comply with community work, evalu- term in Case No. 2NO-05-573CR; Remanded into custody. chorage; Police Training Surcharge: $50 shall be paid through this court within 10 ation, education or treatment requirements will result in an extra 6 months revoca- State of Alaska v. Douglas Henry (6/4/78); 2NO-09-105CR Notice of Dismissal; Charge days; Probation until 6/11/10; Shall comply with all court orders by the deadlines tion of driverʼs license. 001: Misconduct Involving a Weapon; Filed by the DAs Office 6/8/09. stated; Subject to warrantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of proba- State of Alaska v. Stephan Apangalook (6/13/90); 2NO-09-257CR Habitual Minor Con- State of Alaska v. Delia Oozevaseuk (3/28/58); Order to Modify or Revoke Probation; tion; Shall commit no violations of law, assaultive or disorderly conduct, or domes- suming or in Possession or Control of Alcoholic Beverage; Date of offense: 5/7909; ATN: 110696769; Violated conditions of probation; Probation terminated; Sus- tic violence; Shall not possess or consume alcohol, nor have alcohol in her 90 days, 90 days suspended; Consecutive to 09-257CR; Jail Surcharge: $100 with pended jail term revoked and imposed: 60 days, remanded into custody. residence, nor enter or remain on the premises of any bar or liquor store; Subject $100 suspended; Community Work: Complete 96 hours of community work service State of Alaska v. Willie Foster (12/21/79); Order to Modify or Revoke Probation; ATN: to warrantless breath testing at request of any peace officer and warrantless search and submit proof of completion to the Nome Clerk of Court within 120 days; Dri- 110823426; Violated conditions of probation; Conditions of probation modified as fol- of residence for alcohol; Not be where alcohol is present; Other: Seek advice from verʼs License or Permit: Revoked for 6 months, concurrent with any DMV adminis- lows: ADDED: Defendant is not to be where alcohol is present; Suspended jail term elders regarding incident and problems. trative actin; Shall immediately surrender license/permit to court; Probation until his revoked and imposed: 30 days, shall report to AMCC by 6/15/09; Must pay sus- State of Alaska v. Thomas S. Sagoonick (12/16/68); 2NO-07-329CR Order to Modify or 21st birthday; Shall not consume inhalants, or possess or consume controlled sub- pended $100 jail surcharge to the AGs Office, Anchorage; All other terms and con- Revoke Probation; ATN: 110064933; Violated conditions of probation; Conditions of stances or alcoholic beverages; Shall surrender any license/permit, pay fine and ditions of probation in the original judgment remain in effect. probation modified as follows: Shall not consume or possess any alcoholic bever- surcharge, show proof of community work service, and report to jail as ordered; State of Alaska v. Jimmy Weyiouanna (3/17/67); Order to Modify or Revoke Probation; ages; Probation extended 6/10/10; Must pay suspended $100 jail surcharge to the Shall submit to warrantless breath test at request of peace officer and may be ar- ATN: 110698623; Violated conditions of probation; Probation extended to 6/5/10; AGs Office, Anchorage; All other terms and conditions of probation in the original rested without a warrant for probation violation; Shall contact VBC at Suspended jail term revoked and imposed: 2 days, remanded into custody; Must judgment remain in effect. Gambell/NSBHS by 7/6/09, and shall be evaluated, pay for, and successfully com- pay suspended $100 jail surcharge to the AGs Office, Anchorage; All other terms State of Alaska v. Thomas Sagoonick (12/16/68); 2NO-08-246CR Notice of Dismissal; plete any recommended alcohol education or treatment program(s); Inpatient treat- and conditions of probation in the original judgment remain in effect. Charge 001: Assault Fourth Degree; Filed by the DAs Office 6/10/09. ment of up to 180 days can be required; Failure to comply with community work, State of Alaska v. Arielle Jorgensen (10/31/87); Count 2: Theft 3º; Date of offense: State of Alaska v. Jonathan Moses (5/25/84); 2NO-08-918CR Order to Modify or Re- evaluation, education or treatment requirements will result in an extra 6 months rev- 11/2/08; Counts (Charges) Dismissed by State: count 1 (001); Any appearance or voke Probation; ATN: 110829339; Violated conditions of probation; Suspended jail ocation of driverʼs license. performance bond is exonerated; Suspended Imposition of Sentence: Imposition term revoked and imposed: 7 days, time has been served; Any appearance or per- State of Alaska v. Stephan Apangalook (6/13/90); 2NO-09-322CR Count 1: Violating of sentence is suspended; Defendant is placed on probation subject to terms, or- formance bond is exonerated; Must pay suspended $100 jail surcharge to the AGs Release Conditions; Date of offense: 6/9/09; Binding Plea Agreement; Counts ders and conditions listed below; Jail Surcharge: $100 with $100 suspended; Po- Office, Anchorage; All other terms and conditions of probation in the original judg- (Charges) Dismissed: count 2 (002); Any appearance or performance bond is ex- lice Training Surcharge: $50 shall be paid through this court within 10 days; ment remain in effect. onerated; 20 days, 0 days suspended; Unsuspended 20 days shall be served with Restitution: Defendant has made restitution; Probation until 6/5/10; Shall comply State of Alaska v. Jonathan Moses (5/25/84); 2NO-09-195CR Violating Release Con- defendant remanded to AMCC; Jail Surcharge: $50 with $0 suspended; Shall pay with all court orders by the deadlines stated; Shall commit no violations of law; ditions; Date of offense: 4/1/09; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or per- unsuspended $50 within 10 days to: AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Train- Other: Perform and show proof of 40 hours work service by 11/1/09. formance bond is exonerated; 45 days, 45 days suspended; Jail Surcharge: $100 ing Surcharge: $50 shall be paid through this court within 10 days. State of Alaska v. Ryan Okleasik (4/23/91); Assault 4º; DV; Date of offense: 5/26/09; with $100 suspended; Police Training Surcharge: $50 shall be paid through this State of Alaska v. Stephan Apangalook (6/13/90); 2NO-09-323CR Notice of Dismissal; Binding Plea Agreement; Any appearance or performance bond is exonerated; 90 court within 10 days; Probation until 3/6/10; Shall comply with all court orders by the Charge 001: Minor Consuming; Filed by the DAs Office 6/11/09. days with all but time served; Jail Surcharge: $150 with $100 suspended; Shall pay deadlines stated; Shall commit no violations of law; Other: Show proof of 40 hours unsuspended $50 within 10 days to: AGs Collections Unit, Anchorage; Police Train- work service by 8/1/09. ing Surcharge: $50 shall be paid through this court within 10 days; Probation until State of Alaska v. Samuel T. Goldsberry (10/14/85); 2NO-07-520CR Order to Modify or 6/5/10; Shall comply with all court orders by the deadlines stated; Subject to war- Revoke Probation as to PTRP filed 5/4/09; ATN: 110061054; Violated conditions of rantless arrest for any violation of these conditions of probation; Shall commit no vi- probation; Probation terminated; Suspended jail term revoked and imposed: all re- olations of law, assaultive or disorderly conduct, or domestic violence; Shall take maining time, recommends seaside center; Consecutive to the term in Case No. medication as prescribed; Shall not possess or consume marijuana or illegal drugs; 2NO-09-296CR; Remanded into custody.

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