Regarding Karen Hess’ letter in last week’s paper in which she describes the facts behind the funding of the Port Chilkoot Dock complex: her statements are not incorrect; however, a few omitted facts should be mentioned lest they be lost from the historical record. Hess and Bill Thomas strongly opposed the successful statewide ballot measure in 2006 […]
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Dock was also paid by grants, head tax
In response to last week’s article, specifically to J.R. Churchill and the petition to repeal the 1 percent sales tax that funds the tourism department, I just want some facts to be known, for those who may not know how the dock was and is funded. It is true that back in 1994, there was […]
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The bullies have taken over Haines
Don Turner III, while sitting at the Planning Commission table last week, wore a T-shirt that said, “I like the sound you make when you shut up.” It had a picture of a smiley face with duct tape over the mouth. Such sentiments one would expect in Russia and China. Am I saying the Haines Borough government […]
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Kito only candidate to file for legislative seat
Barring a write-in campaign, Haines voters won’t have a choice about who represents them in the Alaska House of Representatives when the next legislative session starts in January. For the first time in at least 16 years, there is only one major party candidate running for the House seat that includes Haines. Incumbent Sam Kito […]
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Thomas says lobbyist pay was for work during session
Lobbyist Bill Thomas said in an interview last week his $45,000 pay covers only a 90-day session of the Alaska Legislature, although he may keep in contact with legislators and speak to them at other times during the year. “If you think I’m going to sit in an office all year for $45,000, well excuse me,” Thomas […]
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Thomas claims role in saving sewer funds
The Haines Borough Assembly received an update from lobbyist Bill Thomas last week, and interim manager Brad Ryan has included funding for the position in the upcoming year’s budget. But whether Thomas’s $45,000 presence in Juneau saw any real return for the municipality is still a matter for debate. The main gist of Thomas’s nearly half-hour update was, “There’s […]
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State will answer questions on “Tier 3”
In an effort to put rumors to rest and increase understanding, a representative from the Department of Environmental Conservation will answer questions about Tier 3 waters and related legislation beginning 6 p.m. Monday at the Chilkat Center. Increasing interest and controversy surrounding the Chilkat Indian Village’s nomination of the Chilkat River as a Tier 3 water, also […]
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Advisory committee debates river designation
In an effort to put rumors to rest and increase understanding, a representative from the Department of Environmental Conservation will answer questions about Tier 3 waters and related legislation beginning 6 p.m. Monday at the Chilkat Center. Increasing interest and controversy surrounding the Chilkat Indian Village’s nomination of the Chilkat River as a Tier 3 water, also […]
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Constantine urges delay on ‘Tier 3’ river protection
Constantine Metal Resources is urging members of the Upper Lynn Canal Fish and Game Advisory Committee to delay any support toward designating the Chilkat River an Outstanding National Resource Water, also known as “Tier 3” protection. The advisory committee will meet at 5 p.m. Friday in assembly chambers to discuss a resolution supporting the Chilkat River’s nomination as an […]
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Lobbyist Thomas reports activities
Haines Borough lobbyist Bill Thomas submitted his first progress report to the manager last week, offering a day-by-day chronicling of his work in Juneau. During his first week on the job lobbying the Alaska Legislature on behalf of the borough, Thomas attended several presentations, fundraisers and lunches. Presentations included “Getting to ‘YES’ in Tough Times” by co-chair […]