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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, December 04, 2006 5:20 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Bullets for the Governor for Tuesday's meetings with the companies
Governor Palin, Lt. Governor Parnell, Mike,
I thought it might be useful to provide some brief background information on the companies we
are meeting this week. I am attaching bullets for Tuesday's meetings and I'll send out the
Wednesday bullets tomorrow around noon. The bullets are segregated by company and include
a couple of questions the Governor may like to ask them. These questions are not highly
charged, but the answers may prove helpful.
Marty
11/10/2009
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2006 7:06 PM
To: Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell; Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: [Fwd: Bullets for press discussion on meetings w/organization on gas pipeline]
Original Message
Subject:Bullets for press discussion on meetings w/organization on gas pipeline
Date:Tue, 05 Dec 2006 19:05:05 -0900
From:Marty Rutherford <martv rutherford(%dnr.state.ak.us>
To: spalin@mtaonline.net
Governor Palin,
Here are some bullets that might be usefiil in your discussion with the press following your first
day of meetings with the corporations & organizations with an interest in the gas pipeline
project.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Pat Galvin, Kurtis Gibson and I collaborated on these comments. I hope these are useful.
Marty
11/10/2009
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, December 06, 2006 5:47 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); spalin@mtaonline.net
Cc: Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Update on Rock Creek Mine in Nome
Governor , Mike ,
FYI. DNR just learned that earlier today the federal Corp of Engineers
"pulled" their recently issued (late Summer 2006) 404 Wetlands Fill
Permit from the Rock Creek Mine. Rock Creek Mine is located near Nome
(with two pit locations) and is a midsize open pit gold mine. It is
similar in size to the True North and Illinois Creek gold mines. Rock
Creek is owned by Alaska Gold which is now a subsidiary company of
NovaGold, which is a Canadian mining company. NovaGold purchased Alaska
Gold within the past few years. Alaska Gold is an old-time Nome gold
company and is the largest private landowner in the area. The state and
the feds just completed the permitting process on this mine. The
project will eventually employ over 100 people and last for
approximately 5 years. At this juncture the project was just beginning
to be constructed and I am unaware of the size of the current workforce.
I am advised that a recently organized environmental group sued the
federal Corp of Engineers on the 404 permit because a full EIS
(Environmental Impact Statement) was not completed. Instead they did an
EA (Environmental Assessment), which is typically done for a project of
this size. The full EIS process adds years and millions of dollars of
cost to a project, and in this instance would probably have killed the
economics of the mine. The environmental organization was asking the
courts for an injunction but the courts never ruled on the question as
the Corp took an administrative action to pull the permit. Thus the
project is now stalled.
I wanted you to have some baseline information on this Corp of Engineers
action in case you are asked. It is also possible you will be asked if
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you intend to intervene in the litigation, on behalf of the mine. If
you are interested in considering this option I will get some additional
information pulled together for your consideration and involve the
appropriate attorney (s) at the Dept of Law.
Marty R
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, December 08, 2006 2:1 1 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Re: Potential meeting with AK Interstate Gas
Michelle,
Thank you so much!! I have the Governor's personal email as well, so I'll just
use that for awhile.
Marty R
Governor Sarah Palin wrote:
Marty,
I wanted to let you know that this is a "public" address for the Governor, it is not one that
she has access to. I check this account daily, and can forward things on, but I am worried
that emails might get missed as there are times when I am unable check it for hours. Kris
Perry might have a better email address for her.
Thanks so much,
Michelle Fabrello
Coordinator for Constituent Relations
From: Marty Rutherford rmailto:martv rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us1
Sent: Friday, December 08, 2006 1:17 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; sarah
Subject: Potential meeting with AK Interstate Gas
Governor Palin,
Frank Bailey advises that a gentleman named Frank Avezac of AK Interstate Gas is asking
how decisions were made as to who would be invited to the initial gas pipeline project
meetings that occurred on the 5th and 6th. Mr. Avezac advises that his company's goal is
to provide gas to Valdez and SE Alaska.
The Lt. Governor relayed that the original meeting invitees were those who were active in
the early Stranded Gas Development Act discussions (producers, TC MA, ANGDA, Port
Authority and Enbridge). Everyone else that eventually participated heard from your
campaign statements that you would be holding the meetings and asked to be included.
No one was turned down.
Sean suggested that I contact Mr. Avezac to determine if his company wishes to present
their ideas on commercializing ANS gas. Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Marty
11/10/2009
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, December 08, 2006 2:09 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Re: FW: Boards_and_Commissions
Governor Palin, Mike,
I have forwarded this email to Pat Galvin at Revenue since ANGDA is
housed within that agency. I believe Pat will be following up on the
issues raised in the email and will get you some feedback as well as
respond directly.
Marty
Governor Sarah Palin wrote:
> Original Message
>From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov. state. ak. us]
>Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2006 8:36 AM
>To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
>Subject: Boards_and_Commissions
>
>Web mail from: Mr. Nancy Taylor
>address: PO Box 1234 Chickaloon AK 99674
>
>MESSAGE :
>Dear Gov. Palin:
>I look forward with great optimism to the next four years (minimum) and
>your
>pledge to maintain an ethics-based government for the people of Alaska.
>I
>do hope that you will not only look within the adminstrative staff, but
>also
>keep a close watch on those board appointees of former Gov. Murkowski,
>who
>have demonstrated questionable ethics. I am concerned about ANGDA,
>Harold
>Heinze, and now I understand Frank made an 11th hour appointment of Jim
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>Clark to the ANGDA Board? Now I'm even more concerned... Heinze failed
>to
>f ile APOC reports as required by law, (when I discoved this I received a
>phone call from the govs office inquiring as to who I was and who I
represented...). ANGDA awarded multiple sole-source contracts to a
>business
>who's license lists Heinze's home address as the business address. I
>brought
>it to the attention of the board and was advised that since there was
>not a
>"conjucal relationship" between HH and the contractor involved (says
>who??)that it was perfectl!
>y acceptable. Gov. Palin, the perception of unethical behavior can be
>as
>damaging to the integrety of your administration as confirmed ethics
>violations. I ask you to keep a close eye on ANGDA and specif icly
>Harold
>Heinze. I know I will.
>f reeznbutof f @att .net
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, December 30, 2006 8:54 AM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Cc: Sarah Palin; Mike Tibbies
Subject: Re: Fwd: FW: Bloomberg News
Meghan,
I believe it is a bit premature to hold interviews at this point. However, if you'd like I could
speak with Joe Carroll and simply explain that we are in the process of developing a law of
general application, with a brief description of the principles involved.
It is your call, just let me know your preference. By the way, my cell phone number is
Privilege
Privil
Happy New Years,
Marty
callSarah Palin wrote:
pis. touch base with Meg - I'm heading out right now.
Meghan Stapleton <meshan stapleton(a)gov.state.ak. us> wrote:
Date: Fri, 29 Dec 2006 16:47:05 -0900
From: Meghan Stapleton <meghan stapleton@,gov.state.ak.us>
Subject: FW: Bloomberg News
To: 'Sarah Palin 1 <govpalin@,vahoo.com>
Please read note below. Are we prepared to hold interviews yet? Shall I pass along
to Commissioner Rutherford or simply say that we're not ready to disclose any
details in the gas pipeline plan at this point in time.
From: Sharon Busch r mailto:sharon busch@gov.state.ak.us1
Sent: Thursday, December 28, 2006 1:04 PM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: Bloomberg News
Joe Carroll called from Bloomberg News out of Chicago, wanting an interview with
the Governor, update on Gas Pipeline. His phone is 312-443-5928 or cell phone is
312-719-1968.
Sharon Busch
Office of the Governor
Executive Secretary for Press & Communications
Phone: 907-465-4031
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 02, 2007 6:32 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; tibbles@alaska.net
Subject: Re: FW: McNeil story add
Thanks Meg.
The Game Board will be addressing the issue, evidently.
I am a hunter. I grew up hunting - some of my best memories growing up are of hunting with my
dad to help feel our freezer... I want Alaskans to have access to wildlife...
BUT - he's asking if I support hunting the bears in the sanctuary? No, I don't... I don't know any
Alaskans who do support hunting the McNeil bears that frequent the viewing area. Many
Alaskan and Outside visitors view these animals on the McNeil river, within the sanctuary, and,
as my parents have reported back after their viewing trip, it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience to
see such beauty on that river.
Alaska is a huge state. There are many, many areas that should be supported for access to
wildlife resources... who's pushing for the hunt at McNeil?
(I don't know who's pushing the issue unless it's a few guides who take Outside hunters who pay
thousands and thousands of dollars to hunt near the area because it may be an easy hunt.)
We need to find out what exactly the proposal is that is (or will be) in front of the Game Board,
as the issue comes across sounding like it's "do you support killing bears in the sanctuary or
not?", but there usually is more to the issue than a strong opponent (like Bill S.) leads one to
believe. Knowing what I know of the issue thus far - 1 don't support hunting the bears that
frequent the viewing area/sanctuary.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
They are truly pains as you will see in the passing notes below. You and I
have spoken a couple of times about this - perhaps you could add insight to
a few questions surrounding McNeil bears - do you support hunting in the
area? Would you support hunting in the refuge itself?
As soon as you can - this one is nasty.
Thanks,
meghan
Original Message
From: Bill Sherwonit [mailto:akgriz@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 02, 2007 12:54 PM
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To:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: dsetton@nhmag.com
Subject: RE: McNeil story add
Meghan --
Well, the holidays are behind us, we've entered a new year, and nearly a
week has passed since our last email exchange, so I assume you've now had
time to sit down with Gov. Palin to discuss various issues, including
wildlife management I hope. I noticed that Gov. Palin had time to attend the
UAA-UAF Governor's Cup hockey game during the holidays, so perhaps she can
take a few moments to address bear hunting near McNeil sanctuary. Time to
add her perspective is quickly running out. Thanks, in advance, for trying
again to get some sort of comment.
Bill Sherwonit
From: Meghan Stapleton
To: 'Bill Sherwonit'
Subject: RE: McNeil story add
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 2006 09:10:01 -0900
As you can imagine, serving the Governor on a part-time basis has placed
burdens on all aspects of the media. I am working as best I can on following
up with the Governor on myriad issues, including this one. She and I have
not had the chance to sit down. I understand your deadlines and ask for your
forgiveness - 1 just need to understand how she feels so that I can forward
that to you. Last week was consumed with transition reports for entire days
and then I left for the East Coast for the Holidays. Beginning today, I am
with the Governor full-time, as I have fully transitioned away from my old
job.
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 02, 2007 9:52 AM
To: 'Mike Tibbies'; Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: govpalin@yahoo.com
Subject: North Pacific Fishery Management Council
Tibbies and Nzich,
Mr. Merrigan was appointed to the North Pacific Fishery Management Council. In cases of Federal boards, it
seems as though it would be more difficult to remove members because of the Congressional confirmation that is
needed. Please advise if you would like me to pull out any new applications that have come in for the Council.
Thank you for your time.
Alaskan appointed to Fishery council
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - A long-time Alaska fisherman is the newest member of the North
Pacific Fishery Management Council.
Gerald P. Merrigan of Petersburg has been tapped to serve on the council until August 10th, 2009.
Merrigan has been a commercial fisherman since 1981.
The council is among eight regional councils created to prepare fishery management plans for
marine fish stocks.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov .state .ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 02, 2007 9:52 AM
To: Mike Tibbies; Mike Nizich
Cc: govpalin@yahoo.com
Subject: North Pacific Fishery Management Council
Tibbies and Nzich,
Mr. Merrigan was appointed to the North Pacific Fishery Management Council. In cases of Federal boards, it
seems as though it would be more difficult to remove members because of the Congressional confirmation that is
needed. Please advise if you would like me to pull out any new applications that have come in for the Council.
Thank you for your time.
Alaskan appointed to fishery council
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - A long-time Alaska fisherman is the newest member of the North
Pacific Fishery Management Council.
Gerald P. Merrigan of Petersburg has been tapped to serve on the council until August 10th, 2009.
Merrigan has been a commercial fisherman since 1981.
The council is among eight regional councils created to prepare fishery management plans for
marine fish stocks.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 02, 2007 9:52 AM
To: 'Mike Tibbies'; Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: govpalin@yahoo.com
Subject: North Pacific Fishery Management Council
Tibbies and Nzich,
Mr. Merrigan was appointed to the North Pacific Fishery Management Council. In cases of Federal boards, it
seems as though it would be more difficult to remove members because of the Congressional confirmation that is
needed. Please advise if you would like me to pull out any new applications that have come in for the Council.
Thank you for your time.
Alaskan appointed to fishery council
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - A long-time Alaska fisherman is the newest member of the North
Pacific Fishery Management Council.
Gerald P. Merrigan of Petersburg has been tapped to serve on the council until August 10th, 2009.
Merrigan has been a commercial fisherman since 1981.
The council is among eight regional councils created to prepare fishery management plans for
marine fish stocks.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/25/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 02, 2007 9:52 AM
To: Mike Tibbies; Mike Nizich
Cc: govpalin@yahoo.com
Subject: North Pacific Fishery Management Council
Tibbies and Nzich,
Mr. Merrigan was appointed to the North Pacific Fishery Management Council. In cases of Federal boards, it
seems as though it would be more difficult to remove members because of the Congressional confirmation that is
needed. Please advise if you would like me to pull out any new applications that have come in for the Council.
Thank you for your time.
Alaskan appointed to fishery council
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - A long-time Alaska fisherman is the newest member of the North
Pacific Fishery Management Council.
Gerald P. Merrigan of Petersburg has been tapped to serve on the council until August 10th, 2009.
Merrigan has been a commercial fisherman since 1981.
The council is among eight regional councils created to prepare fishery management plans for
marine fish stocks.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/25/2009
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Privileged or Person;
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From: frank bailey [ftb907@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 03, 2007 2:09 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Perry's
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us;
mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; talis
Subject: Cabinet Contacts
Governor,
Here are the latest addresses/phone #'s that I have. I"m missing quite a few personal email
addresses and cell phones.
If anyone could send me back updated info I'll launch out an updated contact grid later.
Thanks much.
fb
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 1 1 :55 AM
To: Kristina Y Perry
Cc: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Re: Wolstad
thanks - sounds good
plug her in tibbles, thanks!
and ivy.
Binkley can take the controversial person's place (either Burton or Ralston), Curt and Bonnie
take the other two places - Orie and VanWhye.
we can make those announcements today
Kris Perry <kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Bonne' Wolstad called again. She said that she checked w/the legal dept and there's no
problem, so she's accepting. I didn't ask and she didn't say for what but I'm assuming you know.
Kris
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 8:28 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Railroad Board Roster
I was thinking on the drive in.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Kedacted
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 7:55 AM
To: tibbles@alaska.net; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Ivy Frye; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: Railroad Board Roster
Ivy - has there ever been a woman on the RR board before?
Tib - thinking out loud: possible scenarios:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye <ivy^frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Date: Fri, 29 Dec 2006 16:42:52 -0900
From: Ivy Frye <ivy _frye@gov.state.ak.us>
Subject: Railroad Board Roster
To: 'sarah' <spalin@mtaonline.net>, govpalin@yahoo.com
Governor Palin,
I will fax a copy of the roster and fact sheet to your home as well. Please let me know if you need
anything else.
Commissioner of DOT
Commissioner of Commerce
Jack Burton, Moose Pass, Term expires 10/3/07
Joe Ralston, Anchorage, 10/3/08
Bill Sheffield, Anchorage, 1 0/3/1 1
Leon Van Wyhe, Fairbanks, 10/3/09
Orie Williams, Fairbanks, 10/3/09
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 8:37 AM
To: Sarah Palin; tibbles@alaska.net; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Railroad Board Roster
Governor Paiin and Mike,
My hard copies go back to 1995 and there has never been in a woman in that time. I've called Admin Services to
see if they can look back farther.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 7:55 AM
To: bbbles@alaska.net; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Ivy Frye; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: Railroad Board Roster
Ivy - has there ever been a woman on the RR board before?
Tib - thinking out loud: possible scenerios:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye <vy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Date: Fri, 29 Dec 2006 16:42:52 -0900
From: Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us>
Subject: Railroad Board Roster
To: 'sarah' <spalin@mtaonline.net>, govpalin@yahoo.com
Governor Palin,
I will fax a copy of the roster and fact sheet to your home as well. Please let me know if you need
anything else.
Commissioner of DOT
Commissioner of Commerce
Jack Burton, Moose Pass, Term expires 10/3/07
Joe Ralston, Anchorage, 10/3/08
Bill Sheffield, Anchorage, 10/3/11
Leon VanWyhe, Fairbanks, 10/3/09
Orie Williams, Fairbanks, 10/3/09
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Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907)465-8110 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 10:02 AM
To: Sarah Palin; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Railroad Corporation
One woman has served on the Railroad Corporation. Please see below.
Thanks,
Ivy
From: Karen Essary [mailto:karen_essary@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 9:59 AM
To: Ivy J Frye
Subject: Railroad Corporation
Deborah Sedwick was appointed to board 088 Commissioner/DCED position on 12/10/1997 until she
was replaced on 12/2/2002 by Tom Lawson.
Railroad Board Seat History Query
namecode
boardno
SHORT NAME
status
Iname
fname
mname
salutation
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
ADAJAC
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Adams
Jacob
BARMIC1
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Barton
Michael
BAUEDW
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Bauer
Edward
L.
BINJOH
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Binkley
John
E.
The Honorable
BLAEDG
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Blatchford
Edgar
CAMBRU
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Campbell
Bruce
CHAFRA1
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Chapados
Frank
X.
CHRMYR
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Christy
Myron
M.
CLOALB
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Clough
Albert (Al)
H.
FUHPAU
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Fuhs
Paul
HATROB1
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Hatfield
Robert
S.
HENWIL
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Hensley
William
KIRW1L
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Kirkpatrick
Willis
LAWTOM
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Lawson
Tom
LINDAL
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Lindsey
Dale
R.
LINRON
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Lind
Ron
B.
LOULOR
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Lounsbury
Loren
H.
MARCAR
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Marrs
Carl
H.
MASPAU
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Massey
Paul
J.
OLSMIC
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Olson
Michael
W.
PERJOE
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Perkins
Joe
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SEDDEB
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Sedwick
Deborah
SHEWIL1
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Sheffield
William (Bill)
J.
The Honorable
SULGEO
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Sullivan
George
VALGER
088
RAILROAD CORPORATION
X
Valinske
Gerald
D.
Karen Essary
Data Systems Specialist
Alaska Office of the Governor
Phone: 907-465-3874
Cell: 907-321-4659
Fax: 907-465-1641
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 8:47 AM
To: Sarah Palin; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Railroad Article
Governor Palin and Mike,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Few Residents Rattled by Use of Herbicides Along Railroad
FAIRBANKS, AK — North Pole and Fairbanks residents expressed only mild concern about proposal to use herbicides
along the state's rail system during a public hearing Thursday in Fairbanks.
About 20 people attended the hearing and only a handful gave public comments, many of which came in the form of
questions. Most of those who spoke lived near the tracks and were generally accepting of the Alaska Railroad Corp.
proposal but concerned about how they would be notified of the spraying.
About 10 people attended a hearing Wednesday In Nenana, according to a Department of Environmental
Conservation representative.
In Fairbanks, Ron Therriault said he grows hay and rents land to a bee-keeper on acreage he owns along the state-
owned railroad in the North Pole area. He said he wasn't opposed to the proposal but wanted to be sure he would
know ahead of time when herbicides would be used.
"I would like the railroad to specifically ask and notify the property owners," he said.
Therriault said he also wanted assurance that the chemicals would not be harmful to bees.
A number of North Pole residents, including Therriault, mentioned a dispute with the railroad over ownership of the
land under the tracks.
Rose Rybachek and Bonne Woldstad both asked that they be notified before any spraying on what they said was
land they owned.
Woldstad said she'd like the railroad to ask permission.
Rybachek's husband, Stan, said they owned about 1,000 feet of land along the tracks and had a garden with rhubarb
and vegetables that came within 30 feet of them.
"I sure would hate to have it sprayed," he said. He also said he'd like to be notified when the spraying was
happening.
Representatives from the railroad and the company that would do the spraying said they would go beyond the
demands of a permit to accommodate the wishes of residents' and tried to allay concerns about any environmental
impacts.
Ernie Piper, who oversees environmental issues for the railroad, said the railroad intended to use notices in the areas
where it sprays and could spend extra time with Therriault because of his commercial Interest.
He said he didn't want to commit to notifying everyone every time they sprayed because he wasn't sure it was
possible.
Wayne Hug of The DeAngelo Brothers Inc., the company that would apply the herbicides, said the chemicals would
be applied to only an eight-foot-wide area along the tracks and should not impact hay or bees.
"None of those products that we're using are toxic to bees," he said.
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Other questions related to the environmental impacts of the chemicals and the duration of the permit the railroad
needs from the Department of Environmental Conservation.
Lance Smith of Fairbanks asked whether potential impacts to groundwater would be monitored and how long the
permit would last.
Kim Stricklan of the DEC said her agency often puts stipulations on the permits it issues and has in the past
requested monitoring plans.
"It's something that we really look at hard," she said.
She said permits to use herbicides last one year and can be extended once for one year.
Testimony in Nenana focused on how to protect subsistence resources and the environmental impacts of the
chemicals when used together, according to Stricklan.
The DEC will consider both of the issues in determining whether or not to grant a permit, she said.
On Thursday, Piper gave a brief presentation outlining the need for herbicides.
He said safety issues were the main reason the herbicides were needed. Weeds have led to poor drainage and track
degradation, increasing the risk of accidents.
According to Piper, mechanical methods of controlling weeds have not been sufficient in controlling the weeds.
"We cannot afford to have less than the best track conditions," Piper said.
The railroad is proposing to use glyphosate, 2,4-D, and Oust Extra along its 600 miles of track.
More information about the proposal can be found at www.akrr.com under "Information" and comments can be
submitted to the DEC through Augl4. - Stefan Milkowski, The Fairbanks News-Miner
IvyFrye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 8:47 AM
To: Sarah Palin; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Railroad Article
Governor Palin and Mike,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Few Residents Rattled by Use of Herbicides Along Railroad
FAIRBANKS, AK ~ North Pole and Fairbanks residents expressed only mild concern about proposal to use herbicides
along the state's rail system during a public hearing Thursday in Fairbanks.
About 20 people attended the hearing and only a handful gave public comments, many of which came in the form of
questions. Most of those who spoke lived near the tracks and were generally accepting of the Alaska Railroad Corp.
proposal but concerned about how they would be notified of the spraying.
About 10 people attended a hearing Wednesday in Nenana, according to a Department of Environmental
Conservation representative.
In Fairbanks, Ron Therriault said he grows hay and rents land to a bee-keeper on acreage he owns along the state-
owned railroad in the North Pole area. He said he wasn't opposed to the proposal but wanted to be sure he would
know ahead of time when herbicides would be used.
"I would like the railroad to specifically ask and notify the property owners," he said.
Therriault said he also wanted assurance that the chemicals would not be harmful to bees.
A number of North Pole residents, including Therriault, mentioned a dispute with the railroad over ownership of the
land under the tracks.
Rose Rybachek and Bonne Woldstad both asked that they be notified before any spraying on what they said was
land they owned.
Woldstad said she'd like the railroad to ask permission.
Rybachek's husband, Stan, said they owned about 1,000 feet of land along the tracks and had a garden with rhubarb
and vegetables that came within 30 feet of them.
"I sure would hate to have it sprayed," he said. He also said he'd like to be notified when the spraying was
happening.
Representatives from the railroad and the company that would do the spraying said they would go beyond the
demands of a permit to accommodate the wishes of residents' and tried to allay concerns about any environmental
impacts.
Ernie Piper, who oversees environmental issues for the railroad, said the railroad intended to use notices in the areas
where it sprays and could spend extra time with Therriault because of his commercial interest.
He said he didn't want to commit to notifying everyone every time they sprayed because he wasn't sure it was
possible.
Wayne Hug of The DeAngelo Brothers Inc., the company that would apply the herbicides, said the chemicals would
be applied to only an eight-foot-wide area along the tracks and should not impact hay or bees.
"None of those products that we're using are toxic to bees," he said.
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Other questions related to the environmental impacts of the chemicals and the duration of the permit the railroad
needs from the Department of Environmental Conservation.
Lance Smith of Fairbanks asked whether potential impacts to groundwater would be monitored and how long the
permit would last.
Kim Stricklan of the DEC said her agency often puts stipulations on the permits it issues and has in the past
requested monitoring plans.
"It's something that we really look at hard," she said.
She said permits to use herbicides last one year and can be extended once for one year.
Testimony in Nenana focused on how to protect subsistence resources and the environmental impacts of the
chemicals when used together, according to Stricklan.
The DEC will consider both of the issues in determining whether or not to grant a permit, she said.
On Thursday, Piper gave a brief presentation outlining the need for herbicides.
He said safety issues were the main reason the herbicides were needed. Weeds have led to poor drainage and track
degradation, increasing the risk of accidents.
According to Piper, mechanical methods of controlling weeds have not been sufficient in controlling the weeds.
"We cannot afford to have less than the best track conditions," Piper said.
The railroad is proposing to use glyphosate, 2,4-D, and Oust Extra along its 600 miles of track.
More information about the proposal can be found at www.akrr.com under "Information" and comments can be
submitted to the DEC through Augl4. - Stefan Milkowski, The Fairbanks News-Miner
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 1 0:40 AM
To: John W Bitney; Michael A Tibbies; Meghan N Stapleton; Kristina Y Perry
Cc: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: same sex
Thanks JB!
John Bitney <john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Good morning boss... welcome back.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
JB
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 6:55 AM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; frank bailey; kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: lvy_frye@gov.state.ak.us; Bruce Anders
Subject: same sex
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Thanks guys!
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 2:06 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Re: FW: Phone Call
I have a couple of names that I will pursue, so no need to contact any of the listed names that you
have for the board at this time, thanks!
also, when is the deadline for regents appts?
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor Palin,
From: Debbie Jacobson [mailto: |p r iviieaed or Personal Mel ]
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 8:56 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Phone Call
Ivy,
Thank you for considering me for the "Regents, University of Alaska Board of. At this
time, I am not interested in this appointment. Ivy, please express my appreciation to
Sarah for consideration. This is not the right position at this particular time.
I do wish to "Serve" Alaska in some capacity in the future. Sarah is going to be an
awesome Gov. and if I can work in a way to help complete her vision, I would be happy
to do so. I would consider other assignments in the future, should there be a need.
Good luck to you Ivy. You have been very informative, thorough and cordial in
sharing information regarding the potential appointment. Thank you for the job you are
doing.
Larry Jacobson Ed.D
(907) 746-0441 hm
Privileged or Perjcell or Privileged or PerUri
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I Fro m: IvyFrye <ivyJrye@gov.sta te.ak.us>
' To ^PrivilfinftH nr Pe rsonal (U
! Subject: Phone Call
! Date: Wed, 03 Jan 2007 16:49:07 -0900
\ Dr. Jacobson,
i
! At your convenience, I'd like to speak with you tomorrow regarding our previous conversation. Any
! time that works for you, works for me. Thank you for your consideration.
j Best regards,
i Ivy Frye
I Director, Boards and Commissions
f Office of Governor Sarah Palin
\ ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 12:41 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: Phone Call
Governor Palin,
From: Debbie Jacobson [mailto: (Privileged or Personal Mai
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 8:56 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Phone Call
Ivy,
Thank you for considering me for the "Regents, University of Alaska Board of. At this time, I am not
interested in this appointment. Ivy, please express my appreciation to Sarah for consideration. This is
not the right position at this particular time.
I do wish to "Serve" Alaska in some capacity in the future. Sarah is going to be an awesome Gov. and if
I can work in a way to help complete her vision, I would be happy to do so. I would consider other
assignments in the future, should there be a need.
Good luck to you Ivy. You have been very informative, thorough and cordial in
sharing information regarding the potential appointment. Thank you for the job you are doing.
Larry Jacobson Ed.D v
(907)746-0441 hm
Privileged or Pers cell or Privileged or Pel ce u
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Fro m: IvyFrye <ivy_frye@gov.sta te.ak.us>
To: iPrivileaed or Persona) l\l
Subject: Phone Call
Date: Wed, 03 Jan 2007 16:49:07 -0900
Dr. Jacobson,
At your convenience, I'd like to speak with you tomorrow regarding our previous conversation. Any time that
works for you, works for me. Thank you for your consideration.
Best regards,
IvyFrye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2007 11:21 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Bailey; Frank T (GOV); 'ftb907@yahoo.com'
Subject: FW: Volunteer list
Here's the list.
Kris
From: Kris Perry [mailto:kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, December 28, 2006 5:16 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'; 'Mike Tibbies'
Subject: Volunteer list
Ivy & Mike,
Attached is a list that Frank and I compiled of folks involved prior to August. Ivy, let me know if you see anyone
missing.
Thanks,
Kris
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2007 3:38 PM
To: 'Meghan N Stapleton'; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: "Mike Tibbies'
Subject: RE: Fwd:
Meghan,
Just talked to Mike. He called Sheffield earlier today.
Original Message
From: Meghan IS Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 7:09 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us; Mike Tibbies
Subject: Re: Fwd:
Fantastic. Shall I have Sharon Busch scoot in tomorrow and send it? I
know she would be more than happy to do it for you. As you know,
Governor, Sunday at 10pm is the second highest rated show on Channel
2 - after 10pm weekdays. It would give individuals the chance to call
and interview both Curt and John. Monday morning works well, too.
If it is Sunday, again, that being said, has anyone called Sheffield?
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Date: Saturday, January 6, 2007 6:55 pm
Subject: Re: Fwd:
To: Meghan N Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc: ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us, Mike Tibbies <tibbles@alaska.net>
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> This looks great. Thanks Meghan.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
thanks so much!
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Meghan N Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us> wrote:
Date: Sat, 06 Jan 2007 10:34:40 -0900
From: John Binkley <jbinkley@alaska.net>
Subject:
To: Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
CC: mike Tibbies <tibbles@alaska.net>
Meg,
Attached is the release with a few suggestions as you requested.
Thank
you for the opportunity to have some input. Take care. John.
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From: Ivy Frye [ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 4:27 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Kris Perry'
Subject: Legislative Confirmation
Kris,
I've printed a hard copy to discuss with Governor Palin. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 5:51 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Cc: Kristina Y Perry; Mike Tibbies
Subject: Re: Legislative Confirmation
pis cc tibbles on these names - and we won't confirm on those whom we can change out with
other folks.
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Kris,
I've printed a hard copy to discuss with Governor Palin. Please let me know if you have any
questions.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 4:29 PM
To: Kris Perry; Sarah Palin
Subject: typo
Sorry for the typo in the last memo...
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/24/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 1 :50 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: AIDEA
Governor,
There's no provision in statute that sets the salary of the executive director. I believe the board must vote on any
salary increase/decrease. Ron Miller is a Range 28 J which equates to $1 06,000 + per year.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/31/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 1 0:02 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: Leo von Scheben's Resume
I have this on file if either of you need to see it. Thx
Original Message
From: Blythe Campbell [mailto:blythe@alaska.com]
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 10:01 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Leo von Scheben's Resume
Ms . Frye -
Mr. von Scheben asked me to send you a copy of his resume, per your
email to him. It is attached.
Thank you.
Blythe Campbell
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 7:55 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: FW: Phone Call
Within 5 days of the Legislature convening on January 16... so January 22 at the latest. However, the Regents
have a retreat to plan their Legislative priorities on January 19 and 20 and it would be great to have your new
Regents there.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 2:06 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: FW: Phone Call
I have a couple of names that I will pursue, so no need to contact any of the listed names that you have
for the board at this time, thanks!
also, when is the deadline for regents appts?
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye <ivy_Jrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor Palin,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
From: Debbie Jacobson [mailto: Privileged or Personal Ma|
Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2007 8:56 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Phone Call
Ivy.
- * J 9
Thank you for considering me for the "Regents, University of Alaska Board of. At this time, I
am not interested in this appointment. Ivy, please express my appreciation to Sarah for
consideration. This is not the right position at this particular time.
I do wish to "Serve" Alaska in some capacity in the future. Sarah is going to be an awesome
Gov. and if I can work in a way to help complete her vision, I would be happy to do so. I would
consider other assignments in the future, should there be a need.
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Good luck to you Ivy. You have been very informative, thorough and cordial in
sharing information regarding the potential appointment. Thank you for the job you are doing.
Larry Jacobson Ed.D
(907) 746-0441 hm
Privileged or Person] or Privileged or Pd ce ll
Fro m: IvyFrye <ivy_fiye@gov.sta te.ak.us>
To: privileged orPersonal H|
Subject: Phone Call
Date: Wed, 03 Jan 2007 16:49:07 -0900
Dr. Jacobson,
At your convenience, I'd like to speak with you tomorrow regarding our previous conversation. Any
time that works for you, works for me. Thank you for your consideration.
Best regards,
IvyFrye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 7:06 PM
To: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); bruceanders888@hotmail.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John
W(LAA); Patrick S Galvin; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: Re: Inaccessible re: gasline?
Thanks Marty... we can catch up tomorrow? It would be a good time as I believe I am scheduled
to listen in to Drue's teleconference (or video) re: gasline progress on fed. level. I can be pulled
away at any time during the teleconf. to get an update from you.
Perhaps Sean P. needs to be brought in to the loop on gasline progress also. We haven't spoken
about it in some days, but I know he must be anxious to hear any news/plans also.
thanks so much!
Marty Rutherford <marty_rutfierford@dnr.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
It is true that we have been focused internally and it has been difficult for "stakeholders" while the
Administration sorts out our way forward on the gasline. However, as Meghan indicated in her email of a
few minutes ago, we will be meeting with the press ahead of the State of the State and at that time we will
begin to identify the elements which are imbeded within the proposed Law of General Applicability.
Simultaneously we will begin to reach out to the stakeholders on the concepts, along with certain details,
in order to determine if it makes sense and what needs to be changed in order to stengthen the
Proposed bill. Having said all this it might be very useful for us to talk with you to ensure you are fully
aware of our intentions as well as to ensure we understand the criticisms you are hearing. As I write this I
am sitting with the Gasline Team so Pat Galvin, Bruce Anders and I are all available to talk. Or,
alternatively, we can talk tomorrow. I am available on my cell phone, 3 17-4728.
Marty
1
Original Message — -
From: Sarah Palin
To: Sarah Palin; Marty Rutherford; Bruce Anders; Michael Tibbies; John Bitney; Patrick Galvin; Joe
Balash
CC: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Sent: Tue Jan 09 16:51:39 2007
Subject: Inaccessible re: gasline?
I'm hearing accusations that we're "not accessible" re: gasline progress/updates.
Can we let the public know as soon as possible where the gasline team is on moving forward in a
transparent fashion?
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com> wrote:
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Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net> wrote:
Scott
Gas line meeting draws crowd
Jan. 9,2007
By MATT TUNSETH
Frontiersman
<http://www.burstbeacon.com/view/62399/9493/62604/103174/1469/28325068/ >
WASILLA - Supporters of an all-Alaska natural gas pipeline came out swinging Sunday afternoon during
a presentation by the Alaska Gasline Port Authority.
S€ce We've gone 12 rounds in an 18 round fight and we're the only ones still standing,a€D moderator John
Reeves said as the presentation began.
The presentation hit on a wide range of topics related to the authority's proposed project. One of the main
points was that North Slope gas should be used as soon as possible to benefit Alaskans in whatever ways possible -
through construction of a pipeline, cheap gas for Alaskans and increased state revenue.
3€oeIt's Alaska's gas and it should be used for Alaskans' benefit,S€Ll Valdez mayor Bert Cottle said.
But as the event wore on, participants also used the forum to speak out against big oil and the Murkowski
administration for their inability to get any kind of project off the ground.
a€osAt what point do Alaskans say, &€~enough is enough?'&€Q asked Cottle. a€cel think that point is
now.a€0
Rep. Carl Gatto, R-Palmer, attended the meeting and said he believes much of the blame for the stalled
pipeline discussions should go to one company.
a€ceThe biggest stumbling block is Exxon,&€a Gatto said. &€oeThey do not want to move the gas.d€Q
Gatto expressed anger with the oil giant both for its reluctance to move North Slope natural gas and the
company's failure to pay settlements from the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill.
S€oeThey know that if you can hire more attorneys, you can go on for a generation,S€D he said.
aeasDealing with Exxon has been a serious problem.§.€Q
The Murkowski administration was unable to secure a contract with the North Slope oil and gas
companies to bring the state's enormous gas reserves to market. Many in attendance at Sunday's forum said the oil
companies have no right to sit on gas that belongs to the state, and pressure should be brought to bear on them.
SCoelf you had a house with a tenant that didn't pay rent for 20 years, would you let them keep living
there?a€D Reeves asked. S€ceExxon owes us money.S€D
Reeves said he believes Gov. Sarah Palin's new administration will be more supportive of the port
authority's project, as well as less beholden than Murkowski to the interests of oil companies.
SeceThey've owned a lot of our legislators. They've owned our governor. But they don't own our governor
now. They don't own this guy here,a€Q he said, pointing to Gatto.
The port authority is comprised of representatives from the municipal governments of Valdez, Fairbanks
and the North Slope. Its goal is to build a pipeline from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, with a spur line to supply
Southcentral Alaska's gas needs.
The plan, supporters say, would share revenue from the line between the state and municipalities across
Alaska.
Beyond that, however, port authority representatives said they would be perfectly happy if someone else -
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 7:41 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: 'Kris Perry"; Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Legislative Confirmation
Mike,
Here is the name of appointees who require legislative confirmation. Thx
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 5:51 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Cc: 'Kris Perry'; Mike Tibbies
Subject: Re: Legislative Confirmation
pis cc tibbles on these names - and we won't confirm on those whom we can change out with other folks.
Ivy Frye <hy_Jrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Kris,
I've printed a hard copy to discuss with Governor Palin. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 9:50 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Leg Confirmation
Privileged or
Great question! Sorry. Professional Teaching Practices.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 9:46 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: Leg Confirmation-
Privileged or
what board?
Ivy Frye <ivy_Jrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy _frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 5:13 PM
To: Glen Biegel
Subject: Re: Commissioner Sampson announced.
Hey, he's got a new boss now, right?! Let's allow him good direction so that we DO see a
dramatic improvement in educ.
Thanks for coordinating with Meg on the state of state. Let us (incl. Ivy) know of your
suggestions for bd. appts.
Anything new on the radio gig?
Glen Biegel <gbiegel@ak.net> wrote:
I have just heard the news about the reinstatement of commissioner Sampson. I am disappointed but hope
he will implement your policies well and that we will see a dramatic improvement in education and sincere
integration with Labor and Commerce. In the event of a continuation of past performance, perhaps Mr.
LeDoux will have an opportunity to serve you in the future.
If you are interested, I have a number of people who would be good state board of education members.
Back to the State of the State.
God Bless,
Glen
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 1 0, 2007 6:44 AM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); 'Bruce Anders'; Tibbies; Michael A
(GOV); Patrick S Galvin; Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: RE: Inaccessible re: gasline?
Makes a lot of sense, sounds very good. Hopefully the press/public will be patient with us. I don't
want that aspect of the story (belated AGIA introduction) to grow legs of its own.
Thanks so much for responding to those recent press inquiries, Meg and Bitney.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
To close the loop, I spoke with Ayers tonight and just provided her with our update from today.
Essentially, the following paragraph is what I said:
The governor's goal has always been to introduce a gasline bill on day one of the session, but
we want to get it right with a good product. The gasline team is recommending that the bill be
delayed to continue to work through the vetting process with the experts. That's where it is now.
We have the bill with the concepts and the details, but it is going through the experts' hands right
now. We don't want to introduce a bill just to introduce a bill and meet a goal. Delaying the bill's
introduction gives experts the chance to weigh-in and ensures that the best product goes before
the Legislature.
She amended a line of the story that instead of stating that a bill will be introduced in the first
week of the session, she wrote that a bill will be introduced in the first weeks of the session.
I forwarded this paragraph from the weekend and she was going to draw upon it to further define
the law of general application.
The governor has long stated that the obsolete Stranded Gas Development
Act was the improper legal vehicle for negotiating a viable and
profitable contract. Therefore, the governor's gas cabinet is working
around the clock to draft a bill seeking a law of general application.
When passed, this law will bring transparency to a competitive process,
will jumpstart construction with valuable incentives, and will maximize
the return on a gasline for both the state and the project proponent.
The Palin Administration will be introducing this bill in the upcoming
legislative session as soon as the bill has been vetted through
experts. As to the Port Authority Board and ANGDA sharing information,
I applaud any efforts by any potential applicants to join forces,
including the three primary North Slope producers, in whatever manner
they deem appropriate to eventually submit the most attractive and
beneficial proposal for the Administration's consideration under the
new law.
From: John Bitney [mailto:john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 6:28 PM
Toi 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sarah Palin'; martyj-utherford@dnr.state.ak.us; 'Bruce Anders";
mike_tibbles@gov,state.ak.us; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Inaccessible re: gasline?
Sabra Ayers from the Anchorage Daily News just interviewed me regarding the Governor's
legislative agenda. She asked a number of questions regarding the Governor's natural gas
development bill.
My statements in this regard were as follows:
it is the Governor's goal to have a bill ready during the first week of the session... we are
working hard right now to be prepared
the bill is a general law of applicability, which qualifies any/all entities to come forward.
She asked about time frames for getting things done. I emphasized that this Governor
does not want to compromise the state's negotiating position by setting deadlines. We
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do realize this is an important project for the future.. .and there are many benchmarks in the process
I also spoke today with Rep Mike Hawker and Rep Craig Johnson. Rep Johnson is chair of H-Resources (along with Rep
Carl Gatto). Johnson said that he wanted to have initial hearings that talk about the energy market in the United States as <
way of illustrating that it is important for Alaska to move quickly to meet market demand. I told Rep Johnson we would
contact him and Rep Gatto very soon about outlining a schedule.
I don't see anything in the below statement inconsistent with my comments.. .but my fingers are crossed.
So far, all legislative contacts have been positive in regard to working with us on the natural gas issues. There will, no
doubt, be some tough questions.. . but everyone is emphasizing that 1 ) they want to work with us, and 2) they do not intend
to initially "put us on the spot." I believe with some good communication, we can at least get off to a decent start.
John Bitney
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 4:58 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; 'Bruce Anders'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Inaccessible re: gasline?
The press just began contacting us this weekend regarding the gasline. The statement below
was used as a foundation for Channel 2, ADN, Wall Street Journal, etc.
As we've discussed, there will be a meeting Tuesday night at the mansion regarding the
State of the State and in particular, the gasline progress. We will send out the media
advisory and extend the invitation, perhaps as early as tomorrow. That should help many
understand the timeline and the importance of it.
The governor has long stated that the obsolete Stranded Gas Development Act was the
improper legal vehicle for negotiating a viable and profitable contract. Therefore, the
governor's gas cabinet is working around the clock to draft a bill seeking a law of general
application. When passed, this law will bring transparency to a competitive process, will
jumpstart construction with valuable incentives, and will maximize the return on a gasline
for both the state and the project proponent. The Palin Administration will be introducing
this bill in the upcoming legislative session as soon as the bill has been vetted through
experts. As to the Port Authority Board and ANGDA sharing information, I applaud any
efforts by any potential applicants to join forces, including the three primary North Slope
producers, in whatever manner they deem appropriate to eventually submit the most
attractive and beneficial proposal for the Administration's consideration under the new
law.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 4:52 PM
To: Sarah Palin; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; Bruce Anders; mike_tibbtes@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; patrlck_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us;ioe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Inaccessible re: gasline?
I'm hearing accusations that we're "not accessible" re: gasline progress/updates.
Can we let the public know as soon as possible where the gasline team is on moving forward in a transparent
fashion?
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com> wrote:
Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net> wrote:
Scott
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Gas line meeting draws crowd
Jan. 9, 2007
ByMATTTUNSETH
Frontiersman
WASILLA - Supporters of an all- Alaska natural gas pipeline came out swinging Sunday afternoon during a
presentation by the Alaska Gasline Port Authority.
"We've gone 12 rounds in an 18 round fight and we're the only ones still standing," moderator John Reeves said as the
presentation began.
The presentation hit on a wide range of topics related to the authority's proposed project. One of the main points was
that North Slope gas should be used as soon as possible to benefit Alaskans in whatever ways possible - through
construction of a pipeline, cheap gas for Alaskans and increased state revenue.
"Ifs Alaska's gas and it should be used for Alaskans' benefit," Valdez mayor Bert Cottle said.
But as the event wore on, participants also used the forum to speak out against big oil and the Minkowski
administration for their inability to get any kind of project off the ground.
"At what point do Alaskans say, 'enough is enough?'" asked Cottle. "I think that point is now."
Rep. Carl Gatto, R-Palmer, attended the meeting and said he believes much of the blame for the stalled pipeline
discussions should go to one company.
"The biggest stumbling block is Exxon," Gatto said. "They do not want to move the gas."
Gatto expressed anger with the oil giant both for its reluctance to move North Slope natural gas and the company's
failure to pay settlements from the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill.
'They know that if you can hire more attorneys, you can go on for a generation," he said. "Dealing with Exxon has be
a serious problem."
The Murkowski administration was unable to secure a contract with the North Slope oil and gas companies to bring th
state's enormous gas reserves to market. Many in attendance at Sunday's forum said the oil companies have no right to
sit on gas that belongs to the state, and pressure should be brought to bear on them.
"If you had a house with a tenant that didn't pay rent for 20 years, would you let them keep living there?" Reeves aske
"Exxon owes us money."
Reeves said he believes Gov. Sarah Palin's new administration will be more supportive of the port authority's project, ;
well as less beholden than Murkowski to the interests of oil companies.
"They've owned a lot of our legislators. They've owned our governor. But they don't own our governor now. They dor
own this guy here," he said, pointing to Gatto.
The port authority is comprised of representatives from the municipal governments of Valdez, Fairbanks and the Nortl
Slope. Its goal is to build a pipeline from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, with a spur line to supply Southcentral Alaska's gas
needs.
The plan, supporters say, would share revenue from the line between the state and municipalities across Alaska.
Beyond that, however, port authority representatives said they would be perfectly happy if someone else - including th
oil companies - built the pipeline. The point, they stressed, is that some kind of pipeline project needs to get done soor
rather than later.
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"Either we'll build it or somebody else will build it," Cottle said.
The Valdez mayor said port authority representatives will continue holding public forums across the state as a way to
drum up support for the project and keep pressure on the oil companies.
"We're not going away," he said.
Contact Matt Tunseth at
352-2265 or matt.tunseth@
frontiersman.com.
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Unknown
From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 4:56 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Re: FW: Media Reception at the Residence- Tuesday, January 16, 2007 6-.30-8.30pm.
I'll send the updated information to her. :)
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone: 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
Sarah Palin wrote:
Pis include Kari in this loop, thanks!
Meghan Stapleton <meghan stapleton(a)sov,state.ak.us> wrote:
Press briefing Tuesday evening at the Governor's mansion. The list below reflects
25. Erika, I can stop by on Friday to take a look - perhaps late morning would work
best.
Preliminary attendees:
Anne Sutton -AP
Steve Qui nn-AP
Bill McAllister -Channel 2
Sabre Ayers - Anchorage Daily News
Stefan Milchowski - Fairbanks Daily News-Miner
Pat Forgey - Juneau Empire
Matt Simon - Channel 1 1 News
Christina Grande - Superstation News (includes Channel 13 Anchorage and ABC
in Juneau)
Gregg Erickson - Alaska Budget Report
Judy Erickson - Alaska Budget Report?
Becca Braun - Alaska Budget Report
Bob Tzach - Fisherman's
Dave Donaldson - APRN
Matt Miller- KTOO
Governor
Commissioner Rutherford
Commissioner Galvin
Mike Tibbies
Joe Balash
Meghan Stapleton
Charles Fedullo
Sharon Leighow
John Bitney
Chris Clark
Bruce Anders
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We are calling many right now to give a heads-up. I think an invitation is too formal as I am
telling reporters this will be a very informal sit around the table and talk gasline and receive
an advance on gasline state of the state. No cameras. Embargoed discussion. In one sense
don't know that we can expect it to be "off the record" as they will be using elements to
discuss the next day - embargoed is probably the important word. We have been
discussing teleconference availability though I am now leaning against it as we cannot
control if someone is recording somewhere else. Especially since every major outlet in the
state is covered with the above attendees.
From: Erika Fagerstrom rmailto:erika faaerstrom(g)qov.state.ak.us l
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 11:18 AM
To: Meghan N Stapleton
Subject: Media Reception at the Residence- Tuesday, January 16, 2007 6:30-8:30pm.
Hello Meghan,
Welcome to Juneau!
I just wanted to touch bases on a couple of items for the Media Reception at the House on Tuesday,
January 16 from 6:30 to 8:30pm.
Guest List 25 (Media, GO A and Staff)
Would you email a guest list to me when you have a chance, even if it's not the final one.
Invites
How are you planning to invite this group? Is it going to be a simple phone call or do you need me
to generate a formal invitation? Another option is a phone call and follow up with a reminder
z'nvitation that could be mailed out.
RSVPs
If you'd like them to RS VP to you that" s great, please just keep me up to date on the responses. If
you'd like for me to take care of the RSVPs the phone number is 465-2599 and then I would keep
you up to date.
Menu
Horsedeuvres
Finger food desserts
Teleconference Call
You will set up the call and I will make sure that the phone is set-up. We'd need to decide in advance
which room is best suited for the call, so just let me know when you can stop by the House
(preferably this week).
I think that" s it for now. Please let me know if there's anything that I can assist you with for this
reception or if you have any questions. I assume that you're my contact for this event, so please let
me know if there's someone else that I should be working with as well.
Thanks,
Erika
Privilege! :ell
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone: 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 1 0, 2007 1 1 :52 AM
To: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: governor's email account
This is the Governor's private email account.
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 9:40 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Fw: Westwind II
I will have Russ work with DPS to send a response. It sounds as if we are doing just fine on our own. We have a
bid at $2.1 and the individual is interested in negotiating with the state on a final amount It that does not work,
we can put it out for another 10 days on ebay. The Turbo North gentleman needs to be informed that any use of
a broker would have be established through a competitive bid process.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 12:40 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: Fw: Westwind II
who can respond to him so he'll not email me personally so often
Rob Heckmann <inavltd@alaska.net> wrote:
From: "Rob Heckmann" <toavltd@alaska.net>
To: "Sarah Palin" <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Subject: Fw: Westwind II
Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2007 1 1:50:33 -0900
— Original Message —
From: Rob Heckmann
To: Sarah
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 11:50 AM
Subject: Fw: Westwind II
Dear Governor Palin,
Just checking in to see if we could go to work for you selling the Westwind,
Kind Regards,
Robert Heckmann.Ceo
Turbo North Aviation Ltd
Anchorage
907-243-6333
907-223-5282 Cell.
— Original Message —
From: Rob Heckmann
To: Sarah
Sent: Thursday, December 28, 2006 3:55 PM
Subject: Westwind II
Dear Governor Palin,
The EBay auction on the Westwind pegged at $1.9MM and some change.
We are curious since it did not meet the reserve what you're intentions are.
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I am comfortable in saying that if we were given the job of disposing of the aircraft we could
find an end-user to pay $2.1 5MM to possibly $2.25MM.
If we had some time I would offer it out at $2.35MM
as an asking price and see how close we came.
An alternate consideration would be entertaining a different type of Jet or Turboprop in on
trade if you feel the State has a need.
There are cheaper Jets by far! Also way more suitable for multi-purpose usage.
Look forward to hearing back from you,
Kind Regards
Robert Heckmann,
Managing Director
Turbo North Aviation Ltd,
Anchorage.
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 1 0, 2007 9:40 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Fw: Westwind II
I will have Russ work with DPS to send a response. It sounds as if we are doing just fine on our own. We have a
bid at $2.1 and the individual is interested in negotiating with the state on a final amount It that does not work,
we can put it out for another 10 days on ebay. The Turbo North gentleman needs to be informed that any use of
a broker would have be established through a competitive bid process.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 12:40 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: Fw: Westwind II
who can respond to him so he'll not email me personally so often
Rob Heckmann <tnavltd@jalaska.net> wrote:
From: "Rob Heckmann" <tnavltd@alaska.net>
To: "Sarah Palin" <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Subject: Fw: Westwind II
Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2007 1 1 :50:33 -0900
— Original Message —
From: Rob Heckmann
To: Sarah
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 11:50 AM
Subject: Fw: Westwind II
Dear Governor Palin,
Just checking in to see if we could go to work for you selling the Westwind,
Kind Regards,
Robert Heckmann.Ceo
Turbo North Aviation Ltd
Anchorage
907-243-6333
907-223-5282 Cell.
— Original Message —
From: Rob Heckmann
To: Sarah
Sent: Thursday, December 28, 2006 3:55 PM
Subject: Westwind II
Dear Governor Palin,
The EBay auction on the Westwind pegged at $1.9MM and some change.
We are curious since it did not meet the reserve what you're intentions are.
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I am comfortable in saying that if we were given the job of disposing of the aircraft we could
find an end-user to pay $2.15MM to possibly $2.25MM.
If we had some time I would offer it out at $2.35MM
as an asking price and see how close we came.
An alternate consideration would be entertaining a different type of Jet or Turboprop in on
trade if you feel the State has a need.
There are cheaper Jets by far! Also way more suitable for multi-purpose usage.
Look forward to hearing back from you,
Kind Regards
Robert Heckmann,
Managing Director
Turbo North Aviation Ltd,
Anchorage.
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including the oil companies - built the pipeline. The point, they stressed, is that some kind of pipeline project needs
to get done sooner rather than later.
a€ceEither we'll build it or somebody else will build it,a€n Cottle said.
The Valdez mayor said port authority representatives will continue holding public forums across the state
as a way to drum up support for the project and keep pressure on the oil companies.
a€ceWe're not going away,a€0 he said.
Contact Matt Tunseth at
352-2265 or matt.tunseth@
frontiersman.com.
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 1 1 , 2007 7:50 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: LATEST DRAFT OF SOS
Importance: High
Thank you.
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2007 5:12 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Subject: RE: Re: Lieutenant Governor's Report: January 11, 2007
I've tasked Sharon Leighow with working on development and implementation of the Governor's
newsletter. It may take a little bit - as we are looking for a different level of presentation, but hope to have
something by the end of the month. I've asked for a weekly newsletter- hopefully without too much
redundancy.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2007 4:51 PM
To: meghan_stap!eton@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: Re: Lieutenant Governor's Report: January 11, 2007
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahooxom> wrote:
Date: Thu, 1 1 Jan 2007 17:50:38 -0800 (PST)
From: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Lieutenant Governor's Report: January 1 1, 2007
To: Lt Governor Sean Parnell <Lt_Governor@gov.state.ak.us>
Looks great!!!
Congratulations on this great product. This site will serve Alaskans well.
Sarah Palin
Lt Governor Sean Parnell <Lt_Governor@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Lieutenant Governor's Report
By Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell
January 11, 2007
WELCOME!
Welcome to the first edition of my Lieutenant Governor Report. I encourage you to take
a look at my website, where the report is also accessible with additional links to photos
and available articles. This report is intended to keep Alaskans informed of the
Palin/Parnell Administration's progress and efforts. Each report will include highlights
on state and community events, as well as citizen or other human interest spotlights. At
the end of this report, I ask readers to contribute pictures and citizen nominations, so
please keep your cameras ready to capture Alaska's beauty and your eyes and ears open
to honor those in your community.
BUILDING AN ADMINISTRATION
The transition process was a bit of a whirlwind as Governor Palin and I began meetings
with prospective gas pipeline project sponsors the first two days after being sworn in.
Afterward, things calmed down somewhat, though I still faced the bittersweet and
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slightly daunting task of transitioning out of my law firm.
After our victory in the general election, Governor Palin put in place a transition team to compile
information on the former administration's management of state government and to identify
issues that lie ahead. The governor appointed me to lead her budget transition team, and with
the help of experienced budget people such as Ted Leonard, Mark Hanley, Kip Knudsen, John
Bitney, and the staff at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), we helped the Governor
achieve her initial goal of proposing a balanced budget on December 15th.
As the transitions teams helped us gain deeper insight into what shape our State is in, Governor
Palin began building her team of capable, ethical commissioners. It has been an honor every
step of the way to fight and serve alongside Governor Palin, and I look forward to even more
teamwork in the future as I serve as her Lieutenant.
GAS PIPELINE MEETINGS
The Governor and I, along with Acting Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Marty
Rutherford, met with 12 different groups on December 5th and 6th, our first days in office, to
discuss moving forward on a gas pipeline. The attendees included:
Alaska Gasline Port Authority - Alaska Natural Gas Development Authority - BG Group - BP
Alaska - Chevron - ConocoPhillips - Enbridge - ExxonMobil - MidAmerican Energy Holdings
Company - SEMCO - Shell Oil - TransCanada.
Many interesting ideas were suggested, and the Governor and I look forward to receiving
proposals from interested companies. The Governor named Acting Commissioner Marty
Rutherford (DNR) as her team lead on gas pipeline issues. I anticipate Acting Commissioner
Rutherford and her team will complete an assessment of the funds and resources available to the
state to evaluate any proposals that might come. Additionally, the team is developing legislation
for this upcoming session to move a gas pipeline nearer to reality. Finally, with President
Bush's appointment of former Alaska State Senator Drue Pearce as the Federal Pipeline
Coordinator, we look forward to working more closely with the federal government in
advancing a gas pipeline in Alaska's interests.
172nd STRYKER BRIGADE RE-DEPLOYMENT AND RE-FLAGGING CEREMONIES
Alaska's celebrated 172nd Strvker Brigade returned home in early December, and I was honored
to attend their Re-deployment ceremony with Governor Palin and the Re-flagging ceremony two
days later. While in Iraq, the 172nd Stryker Brigade earned worldwide respect for bravery and
steadfastness in battle. The Stryker Brigade's commitment to freedom was proven repeatedly,
and it was extremely gratifying to see them rewarded after long and dangerous hours across 16
months defending liberty and human rights.
C 84th ENGINEER COMPANY RE-DEPLOYMENT
Later on in December I spoke at the re-deployment of the C 84th Engineer Company . These
Army Engineers are some of our bravest, unsung heroes of this war so far. They worked
doggedly to ensure the safety of their fellow troops in Iraq. Whether building structures in
Baghdad or setting records as they performed dangerous, back-breaking road construction on
main and alternate travel routes (in the dead of night with bright spotlights illuminating them as
they worked — making them vulnerable), these men and women diligently served our country
and made all Alaskans proud.
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PRAYER AND REMEMBRANCE SERVICE
On January 3rd, I attended the Prayer and Remembrance Service for Fort Richardson soldiers
SGT Brennan C. Gibson. SPC Phillip C. Ford, and SPC Shawn M. Murphy . It was with a
heavy, but grateful, heart that I listened to the stories of their lives and courageous service. All
three soldiers left widows and, in some cases, children behind. These men and their families
paid the ultimate price for freedom, and words cannot express the depth of my sorrow and
gratitude. We are honored to have our state and country represented by men and families such
as these.
ANCHORAGE POLICE DEPARTMENT GRADUATION
As a young boy, I looked up to my uncle, who was a police officer. I learned a lot about
sacrificial public service from him. Since then, I have greatly respected and esteemed police
officers, and it was an honor to speak to the newest graduating class from Anchorage Police
De partment Academy 06-2 . These men and women committed to serving our city, enforcing
laws, and working hard to provide safe homes, parks, and schools for us and our families. For
willingly seeking out and training hard to receive a challenging and often thankless job, I thank
them now. We need and appreciate your hard work and sacrifice. Welcome to the ranks of
Anchorage's Finest!
STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Chief of Staff, Jim Merriner
Jim Merriner, a lifelong Alaskan, has worked as a commercial fisherman in Bristol Bay for 21
years. After graduating from Dillingham High School in 1988, Jim went on to get his Bachelors
of European History from Harvard College, received his Teaching Certification from UAF, and
later pursued his Masters of Philosophy in Educational Leadership and School Development at
Cambridge University. Most recently he served briefly as the school administrator in Kipnuk
with Deb, his wife of 15 years, and their four children. As Chief of Staff, Jim oversees
Lieutenant Governor Parnell's Juneau and Anchorage offices, acting as a policy advisor to the
Lieutenant Governor and assisting him as needed. If you have any questions regarding the
Division of Elections or policy issues, please email Jim or contact him in Juneau at (907) 465-
3520. Welcome aboard, Jim!
FUTURE REPORTS
You know, these Lieutenant Governor Reports are not so much intended to be about the person
of the Lieutenant Governor, but the position, and leveraging it for your benefit. Therefore, I
want to hear back from you, my fellow Alaskans, with points of public interest or private
citizens to honor, and I'd enjoy sharing photos you have taken from around the state that
highlight Alaska's beauty, culture, and people. Please email your submission for consideration
to Kate Morgan . I look forward to hearing back from you and eagerly anticipate your
contributions!
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 1 1 , 2007 12:34 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: A few items
Sean Parnell <sparnell@alaska.com> wrote:
Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2 007 22:52:59-0900
From: Sean Parnell < Privileged or Person]>
Subject: A few items
To: 'sarah' <spalin@mtaonline.net>
Governor
1.
Stanton Katchatag: I went to the memorial service for Stanton Katchatag yesterday, a
Unalakleet elder, AFN Elder of the Year, and husband of Irene for 69 years. Most
touching was Irene (the widow) singing "How Great Thou Art" in Inupiaq and when she
finished Irene proclaimed with conviction, "God is great!"
2. Drue Pearce/Gas P i peHne: Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
4.
5.
Ft. Rich. Memorial Service: Thursday, I'll represent the state at another memorial service
for servicemen killed in Iraq.
Juneau Schedule: I'll be in Juneau next week from Sunday to Sunday. After the second
week of the session, I'll plan to be in Juneau on a Monday to Wednesday or Tuesday to
Thursday schedule. As the session goes on, I'll spend more time in the week with you in
Juneau. And, of course, I'll be on call and will be there whenever you sound the siren and
need me around. Look forward to being with you for your State of the State and Hooper
Bay!
Regards,
Sean
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 1 1 , 2007 1 1 :58 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: Almost done
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye <ivy_Jrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Ramona,
Thank you for sending me your resume. I appreciate it. At this time, there are several boards
with vacancies. Are there any others you are interested in besides the Board of Regents? The
Regents doesn't have any vacancies, but there are four terms expiring in March. I am in the
preliminary stages of going through the applications for Governor Palin's consideration, At this
stage, she hasn't made any firm decisions as she is still considering commissioner
appointments.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you need anything I My direct line is 465-3969.
Best regards,
Ivy
From: Ramona Reeves [mailto:reeves.ramona@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 10:14 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: Almost done
Ivy
Here it is. I am including a cover letter that relates specifically to the University as it is
my understanding that you are considering me for one of the two Board of Regents
seats that are now vacant.
If you want a different cover letter with a broader perspective I would be happy to write
one like that also. If you need something else from me let me know and I will get it to
you.
Thank you
Ramona
On 1/10/07, Ivy Frye <ivy frve@ f gov.state.ak.us > wrote:
Thank you. Good to hear from you.
From: Ramona Reeves rmailto: reeves.ramona@amail.com1
Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 11:55 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Almost done
Ivy
I am sorry my ASAP on the resume is taking so long. It is almost done and I will send
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it either later today or tomorrow.
Ramona
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Unknown
From: Joe Balash [joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 1 1 , 2007 4:29 AM
To: govpalin@yahoo.com; Michael Tibbies
Subject: Update/report
Yesterday's meeting with Drue went very well. First, she described for us what she has been up to since being
sworn in and what she is likely to be doing in the near term as it relates to the project. Then, Marty outlined what
we are thinking and why...namely, that the SGDA failed the State and is unlikely to be a successful vehicle to
advance the project. Given the principles outlined by the Governor, we have been hard at work crafting a bill to
create a new mechanism to advance the project in a way that will protect our interests and begin to make the project
"real".
She seemed receptive and positive and wanted to know how she could help. It was a perfect transition into a
discussion about the use of the federal loan guarantees and the role of FERC. Her responses and recommendations
were very encouraging and she has made herself available to help in any way that she can.
We can get into the details of what she thinks we need to do at a later point in time, but it will require some
significant outreach efforts in DC. However, she remains convinced mat everyone (our delegation, the White
House, and the new Congress) want to know what they can do to help. It seems the previous administration did not
want or seek any assistance in dealing with the commercial parties.
I am in meetings most of the day, but can step out at most any time to discuss further over the phone. Otherwise, I'll
be in the office this weekend.
Joe
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Unknown
From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 1 1 , 2007 8:40 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Kris Perry'; 'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'; 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: RE: Re: RE: KWHL & the jet
I called Bob this morning and he put me on the air. His idea is that 5 to 10 non-profits could participate; the ADN
could also participate by having it published w/the non-profits listed and cut-out raffle tickets for folks to mail in
w/the $100. With ADN's circulation of 80,000+ they thought the 30,000 tickets could be easily achieved and the
potential for more money raised. I told them great idea; we're continuing to explore; and we'll keep them posted.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2007 6:27 AM
To: kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us; Kris Perry; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: Re: RE: KWHL & the jet
kris - would give him a call, i'm getting kids to school,
thanks!
djbob@acsalaska.net wrote*.
From: <djbob@acsalaska.net>
To: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 1 1 Jan 2007 06:05:22 -0900
Subject: Re: RE: KWHL & the jet
I have been up all night.
I have it all figured out with the jet.
It's so simple.. .it's scary.
Yes, still the raffle idea.. .but...
I have figured out the logistics.
Please call,
This is good.... REAL good.
-Bob
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Unknown
From: Kris Perry [krisj3erry@g0v.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 1 1 , 2007 4:57 PM
To: 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: Joe, etc.
You may already be aware but Emil met w/Joey today and talked about a couple of different opportunities for him
within the department. Emil was impressed and both were pleased with the meeting... he'll follow-up w/Joey next
week on position.
I'm going to put Steve Menard in the receptionist position at least temporarily. He's interested in it and DCED
needs to get squared away before that would be an option. We'll see how it goes.
Kris
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 1 1 , 2007 9:35 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE:
FYI
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2007 9:16 PM
To: Debbie Joslin
Subject: Re:
Roger has a new boss now. That will obviously help. Roger has good ideas for education reform, but has
needed an entire adminstration willing to tackle the challenges every area faces so that he can usher in
the positive changes his department needs. Education has huge challenges, obviously, and Roger will
help us meet them.
I appreciate your input and hope you will support the administration... we know we're not going to
please everyone.
You, and homeschoolers in general, should know that I enthusiastically support homeschools and other
alternative education venues.
Thank you Debbie,
Sarah
Debbie Joslin <joslin@wildak.net> wrote:
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Hi Gov. Palin
I see that Roger Sampson was reappointed to EED. I know that Homeschoolers, especially those
in state wide correspondence programs, were disappointed to hear this. I think many interpreted
your new vision as including a new commissioner. I talked with Comm. Sampson last spring
and we had a good visit but I did get the impression from him that he does not have a high
opinion of Homeschoolers in general. I hope that we will be able to have some positive changes
to the regs that were implemented under FM/Comm. Sampson. Is there any hope of this
happening? I know there were concerns about a few individuals taking advantage of the system.
I share those concerns and would like to work with you and the Commissioner to see if there are
some less punitive ways to correct the problems that spurred these changes. Thank you for
taking time to read my comments.
Debbie Joslin
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 6:18 AM
To: Michael A Tibbies; John W Bitney; Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Fwd: Re: Re:
I'm sure now that Roger has a new boss and new direction he can implement changes that are
friendlier to Alaskans who understand the need for enthusiastic support for alternative educ.
opportunities. He may need to hire some new blood though.
Larry LeDoux from Kodiak was very good on TT, don't know if he'd leave his post as principal,
but keep him in mind.
Glen Biegel <gbiegel@ak.net> wrote:
Date: Thu, 1 1 Jan 2007 22:49:25 -0900
From: Glen Biegel <gbiegel@ak.net>
Subject: Re: Re:
To: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
I guess through these conversations, you realize how much hope we put in you. Roger implemented some
onerous regulations that were not a necessary result of the law. Through your working with him, I know
your vision and goals for education will be included in his ideas.
How can the people who I meet with best work with Roger? We are excited about being part of his team,
under your broad vision. Are there any other DEED positions that can be filled by some of the members
of the transition team or the education team. You have a deep bench to choose from, and it is important to
have someone on the inside involved in the decisions as they are made.
As you requested, I have a number of people with a broad experience and focus who would like to
participate on the state board of education, I am compiling their names and areas of expertise to be sent on
to Ivy.
Let me know how else I can help. Education is my passion and I desperately want to see positive change.
Sincerely,
Glen
— Original Message —
From: Sarah Palin
To: Debbie Joslin
Sent: Thursday, January 1 1 , 2007 9: 1 5 PWl
Subject: Re:
Roger has a new boss now. That will obviously help. Roger has good ideas for education
reform, but has needed an entire adminstration willing to tackle the challenges every area
faces so that he can usher in the positive changes his department needs. Education has
huge challenges, obviously, and Roger will help us meet them.
I appreciate your input and hope you will support the administration... we know we're
not going to please everyone.
You, and homeschoolers in general, should know that I enthusiastically support
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homeschools and other alternative education venues.
Thank you Debbie,
Sarah
Debbie Joslin <joslin@wttdak.net> wrote:
Hi Gov. Palin
I see that Roger Sampson was reappointed to EED. I know that Homeschoolers,
especially those in state wide correspondence programs, were disappointed to hear this. I
think many interpreted your new vision as including a new commissioner. I talked with
Comm. Sampson last spring and we had a good visit but I did get the impression from
him that he does not have a high opinion of Homeschoolers in general. I hope that we
will be able to have some positive changes to the regs that were implemented under
FM/Comm. Sampson. Is there any hope of this happening? I know there were concerns
about a few individuals taking advantage of the system. I share those concerns and
would like to work with you and the Commissioner to see if there are some less punitive
ways to correct the problems that spurred these changes. Thank you for taking time to
read my comments.
Debbie Joslin
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 2:19 PM
To: 'John Bitney'; 'Ivy Frye'; Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Cc: 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: RE: Privileged
JB- we've been talking about that... I need it vetted confidentially w/fish folks
John Bitney <john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
These are my thoughts...
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thank you
John
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:33 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Denby Lloyd'
Cc: mike tibb les@gov.st ate.ak.us: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: (Privilege]
June 1 , 2006. The terms expiring are Art Nelson (consultant and son-in-law of Congressman
Young) and Robert Heyano from Dillingham.
Looking at a Law memo from 1991 the removal provisions say "for cause" and "pleasure of the
governor." I'm having Law look at this right now to determine which it is.
Thanks,
Ivy
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:17 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Cc: mike_tibbles@govjtete.ak. us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Privileged
Ivy - when is Bd of Fish appt. open?
Denby Lloyd <denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Acting Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O.Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 6:32 AM
To: denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject:
Privileged
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Unknown
From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 1:42 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Mike Tibbies'; russ_kelly@gov.state.ak.us; Schmidt; Joseph D (DOC)
Subject: 727
Governor,
Commissioner Schmidt provided me the following information to pass along to you:
On the Westwind:
Hourly cost: $1,794
Max 5 prisoners. It cost $3,200 per prisoner for transport to Arizona. For prisoners returning on the same
flight, the cost was $1 ,600.
The Marshall's 727 costs $103,000 and holds up to 100. This last trip, they transported 100 prisoners to
Arizona with 30 returning to Alaska. The cost was $792 per prisoner.
Their plan is to transport quarterly to maximize use of the 727 until our prison is completed.
Kris
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Unknown
From: John Bitney [john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 1:27 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'; 'Sarah Palin"; Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Cc: 'mikeJibbles@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: RE frivileged or I
These are my thoughts. ..
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thank you
John
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:33 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Denby Lloyd'
Cc: mike_tibbl es@gov.sta te.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject; RE: Privileged
June 1, 2006. The terms expiring are Art Nelson (consultant and son-in-law of Congressman Young) and
Robert Heyano from Dillingham.
Looking at a Law memo from 1 991 the removal provisions say "for cause" and "pleasure of the
governor." I'm having Law look at this right now to determine which it is.
Thanks,
Ivy
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10: 17 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Cc: mike__tib bles@gov.sta te.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; ivy__frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: (Privileged I
Ivy - when is Bd of Fish appt. open?
Denby Lloyd <denby_lloyd@flshgame.state.ak.m> wrote:
Governor:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
DL
Denby S. Lloyd
Acting Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalln@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 6:32 AM
To: denb y_lloyd@fis hgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: privilegei
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 11:13 AM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Cc: 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE:
Privileged o
Thanks Commissioner.
FYI, Fish appts need to go before the by Legislature April 1.
From: Denby Lloyd [mailto:denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 11:05 AM
To: 'Ivy Frye' fi
Subject: RE:
Privileged
Ivy: the Governor may also want to know that appointments to expiring terms on the BOF need to be named by
April 1 , so that the legislature can confirm the appointments before they adjourn and before the appointment takes
effect on July (not June) 1 . (see AS 16.0.221 (d)).
Have fun, DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Acting Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 11 5526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:33 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Denby Lloyd'
Cc: mike_tibb
Subject: RE:
es@goVjState.ak. us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Privileged
June 1 , 2006. The terms expiring are Art Nelson (consultant and son-in-law of Congressman Young) and Robert
Heyano from Dillingham.
Looking at a Law memo from 1991 the removal provisions say "fry cause" and "pleasure of the governor." I'm
having Law look at this right now to determine which it is.
Thanks,
Ivy
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:17 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Cc: mikejrjbb es@gov.sta te.ak.us; 30hn_bitney@gov.state.ak. us; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE:
Privileged
Ivy - when is Bd of Fish appt. open?
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Denby Lloyd <denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Acting Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Came
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5528
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 6:32 AM
To: denb y_lloyd@fish game.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.alc. us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Privileged <
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:33 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Denby Lloyd
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Privileged or
June 1 , 2006. The terms expiring are Art Nelson (consultant and son-in-law of Congressman Young) and Robert
Heyano from Dillingham.
Looking at a Law memo from 1991 the removal provisions say "for cause" and "pleasure of the governor." I'm
having Law look at this right now to determine which it is.
Thanks,
Ivy
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:17 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Cc: mike_tibb les@gov.state .ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Privileged or
Ivy - when is Bd of Fish appt. open?
Denby Lloyd <denby_Uoyd^ishgame.state.ak.usP> wrote:
Governor:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Acting Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O.Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 6:32 AM
To: denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
8/25/2009
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Subject:
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:36 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Privileged or
cause removal. The conflict in the law has been removed. AS 16.05.280; AS 39.05.060(d).
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 10:17 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Cc: mike_tibbl es@gov.sta te.ak.us: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: (Privileged
Ivy - when is Bd of Fish appt. open?
Denby Lloyd <denby_Uoyd@fishgame.state.ak.uS> wrote:
Governor:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Acting Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O.Box11S526
Juneau, AK 9981 1-5528
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 6:32 AM
To: denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Privileged c|
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, January 1 3, 2007 2:52 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Re: privileged or P^ other issues
Governor,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thirdly, I spent this morning with permitting and exploration representatives from Shell, Anadarko,
ConocoPhillips and Chevron regarding their interest in the OCS, focusing upon the OCS Lease Sale 193
in the Chukchi Sea. The companies want to ensure your administration understands how very
important this lease sale is to their companies investment in Alaska and to filling the oil production gap
as well as to the gas pipeline. They advised that they know of 7 companies who have conveyed to the
Mineral Management Service (MMS) their desire to participate in the November or December 2007 lease
sale, and their belief that significant Alaskan investment and exploration will result from it if the OCS
leasing area includes the maximum amount of prospective acreage. I too am very excited about the
level of interest being shown by the industry in the OCS lease sales, particularly with Shell's very
significant investment this year in the Beaufort Sea. I believe Shells heavy return into Alaska changes
the entire oil and gas dynamic, since they are currently an "explorer" company in Alaska, with all the
same access needs as an Anadarko, only on steroids!
Finally, I want to ensure you are receiving everything you need on the Gas Pipeline legislation for your
State of the State address and the surrounding press discussions. I've been monitoring the information
exchange between Meghan and Bruce and it appears that is proceeding well. Pat Galvin and Lt.
Governor Parnell had agreed to draft the gasline briefing paper to support your conversation with Vice
President Cheney and I was just on the phone with Pat asking if he and Sean had sent it on to you. Pat
was having trouble catching up with the Lt. Governor but will get back to me with a status report. If
you are feeling uneasy at any time over this weekend, please just give me a call and we'll get you
something additional.
I look forward to seeing you in Juneau this coming week.
Marty
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Sarah Palin wrote:
Hi Marty:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks!
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, January 13, 2007 1 1 :38 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Horror story
Anna Kim is our special assist ant assigned to He alth and Social Services. I have forwarded the message to her
and requested that she contact |Privileged or P ejlisten to her story, ask for additional details and work with
Karleen to address the issue. I requested Anna contact Wayne Ross to let him know that she has contacted
Privilege is concerned and will make the issue a priority on your behalf.
I will double check to make sure the calls are made Tuesday.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, January 13, 2007 9:57 AM
To: ana_kim@gov.state.ak.us; anna_kim@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
karleenJackson@hess.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: Horror story
Pis. let me know who's responding to Wayne on this. I forwarded it to personnel the other day.
Thank you,
Sarah
Wayne Anthony Ross <waralaska@alaska.conP' wrote:
Date: Thu, 11 Jan 2007 11:20:10 -0900
From: Wayne Anthony Ross <waralaska@alaska.com>
Subject: Horror story
To: Sarah Palin <spalin@mtaonline.net>
Dear Sarah:
Both times that I ran for Governor, I described the Office of Childrens' Services (OCS) as a rogue agency
that was out of control and destroying families. I have been dealing with that agency on behalf of parents
for over 30 years and can give you a long list of outrageous actions that the agency has undertaken.
When I ran I said I would hire a retired Colonel of General to put in that office and the first capital
expenditure for my Commissioner would be the purchase of a shovel and a broom. I've now come
across another horror story involving a family in the Valley and I've met with the mother. She is an
impressive lady. She and her husband, married 26 years, had 2 children of their own and adopted 5. In
Jan 05 one of the children told somebody that her mom had pinched her. The mother was arrested
without a warrant and charged with assault and OCS picked up the children. The charges against the
mother were, of course, eventually dropped but she and her husband have been unable to get most of
the children back in almost two years! In the meantime, one child who was placed outside because of
emotional issues caused by seeing her mom arrested, has been physically abused in OCS placement. I
could go on and on. This family has an excellent claim against the State. Unfortunately, since I have the
responsibility of making payroll for the people in my office, I do not have the resources to assist her in
litigation (although I sure would like to).
I told this lady that 1 would contact you and see if you could give her 20 minutes or a half hour of your
very valuable time. I think she could give you a lot of information about what happen ed to her family and
what is happening to others who fall into this agency's clutches. The mom's name is [Privileged or Perso
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She lives at [Privileged or Personal Material Reda] Her phone numbers are [Privileged o r Fj and |Privile|
Privilegl l think her story would be an eye-opener for you. I'd ask that you meet with this mom personally,
although of course, you might want to have your Commissioner there too. Can you have someone in
your staff call and set up an appointment? I believe that she will meet with you anywhere in the State. I
would not make this request if I didn't think it important to the State and your administration to have you
hear this.
Thanks, Sarah.
This one is important.
My best, WAR
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, January 13, 2007 1 1:48 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: FW: Governor Palin on the tsunami
I will also check with Mike Nizich. When an incident arises, he is the first person to receive a call from Emergency
Management I know that he was in frequent contact and was provided updates. He passed those along to me
and Meg here at the office and we worked on the short statement. When I talked to him last night, I was under
the impression that you were on his call list. I will make sure that we do a better job at trying every number and
even email to make contact with you.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, January 13, 2007 6:25 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: FW: Governor Palin on the tsunami
Mike - would you let McHugh Pierre know that someone from Homeland Security/Emergency
Management needs to call me and inform me on things like this. It was Todd who called to ask if I'd
heard about the tsunami warnings, so I called around to get information. Thankfully Meg handled media
well.
Tell McHugh or whomever that I insist on being informed during any situation where the public would
feel any person could be in danger during a potentially disasterous occurance.
Thank you
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
FYI.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:Meghan_Stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2007 9:33 PM
To: 'Quinn, Steve'
Cc: 'asutton@ap.org'; 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: Governor Palin on the tsunami
Just spoke to the Governor. Here you go.
Governor Palin:
My thoughts and prayers are with all our coastal communities right now. We have the state's
emergency management team watching, monitoring and providing updates to local officials in
those communities.
Alaska stands by to offer assistance, if need be.
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Unknown
From: Joe Balash [joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, January 1 4, 2007 5: 1 3 PM
To: govpalin@yahoo.com; 'Michael A Tibbies'
Subject: Memo on AGIA meetings
Here's a summary of the meetings held this past week on the AGIA. I can provide these more frequently
in the future if you'd like them to be shorter in length.
Joe
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 7:32 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Michael A Tibbies; tibbles@alaska.net; Ivy Frye; Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton
Subject: Ralston's replacement
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com> wrote:
In the Ear: "On a less satisfying note, can it possibly be true that Joe Ralston, the other
board member who lost his seat last week, learned he was out by reading it in the
newspaper? It seems unlikely, but earmites are saying the new regime is really bad at
communicating plans to those affected. "
oops... we need to be more careful in how these folks are informed. I thought Ralston
was called.
Lets make sure before any replacements that there's no annoucement until we make
every effort to inform the affected party.
Also, did Greg Wilkenson really transfer to HESS? Who will be DPS spokesman?
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 11:57 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Regents
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 11:18 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: Regents
Piper wants to go for a walk.
I'm hitting the shower but come over! piper
Ivy Frye <ivy_/rye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
Do you want to go over the Regents applications for a little while today?
It looks like you almost have it narrowed down, we keep coming back to the same names.
Privileged or Pers
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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I'm in the office and can walk over or I'm here via phone or email. And, if Piper wants to go on a walk
today I bought myself some rain boots.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907)465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 10:57 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE', polar bears
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 7:49 AM
To: mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us;; russ kellyj mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: polar bears
Palin needs to check information before making bold decisions
Since Gov. Sarah Palin's inauguration, Alaskans have been enjoying many of the qualities she promised,
from transparency to objective decisions made in the best interest of the people. Therefore, like many
other Alaskans, I was sadly disappointed to read Gov. Palin's letter urging Interior Secretary Dirk
Kempthorne to not list the polar bear as threatened.
The governor's letter had several clear factual errors such as the statement: "there is no scientific
evidence ... that these polar bear populations are declining." Scientists from the U.S. Geological Survey
and the World Conservation Union have determined that five polar bear populations are declining,
including the Hudson Bay population, which has decreased by 22 percent in 17 years.
Gov. Palin also stated that "there are no discrete human activities mat can be regulated" to alter the
impacts of global warming on the polar bear and its melting habitat. To the contrary, there is
overwhelming scientific consensus that reducing greenhouse gas emissions through discrete actions will
mitigate the most dire of consequences.
Although Gov. Palin's letter was disappointing, I believe that her comments were a direct result of bad
information. Once she is armed with scientifically valid global warming data, I feel strongly that she will
be a leader in the fight against global warming, a fight that is in the best interest of Alaskans, the
economy and the great white bear.
— Mary E. Walker
Anchorage
Mike:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks,
Sarah
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 1:46 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Schedule
FYI - Sean called from the Anchorage Airport. Due to mechanical problems they have not departed Anchorage.
It sounds as if Alaska Airlines will be sending another jet. Sean would like you to know that he is trying to get
here as soon as possible but there is a chance that he will not arrive in time for the event tonight.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 1:14 PM
To: John W. Bitney
Cc: 'Michael A Tibbies'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: 2007 Legislative Agenda summary
except for correcting official team members' names, this looks good
"John W. Bitney" <bitney@mtaonline.net> wrote:
Governor.
Earlier today I distributed this message and attachment.
After preliminary review by your senior staff team. . . I am forwarding to you for your review.
To emphasize... I do not want to hand this out at the upcoming legislative leadership meetings. I will condense
down the sheet into basic bullet points for those meetings in order to avoid legislators leaking.
~JB
From: John W. Bitney [mailto:bitney@mtaonline.net]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 9:57 AM
To: 'Michael A Tibbies'; 'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'
Cc: 'Christopher Clark'
Subject: 2007 Legislative Agenda summary
Attached is an attempt to summarize our legislative agenda on two pages.
This document SHOULD NOT BE DISTRIBUTED.
This is intended to;
help brief the Governor on our basic overall legislative strategy;
give the Governor some talking points for upcoming legislative leadership meetings
assist with State of the State speech
To repeat - the issues in the attached briefing are intended to reflect the priority items of our Administration .
Obviously, there will be numerous other legislative issues we will have to address - sunset of boards, crime,
fisheries, economic development, rural energy, etc.
However, I believe we should leave those issues to legislators for bill sponsorship, and offer them assistance from
our Administration.
By cutting down our priorities, my hope is to develop a strong message of:
Quality over Quantity
Less Government
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Getting Results
I will contact Mike and Meghan today (Sunday) for feedback before sharing this with the Governor.
Thank you.
John Bitney
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 10:38 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Regents
Governor,
Do you want to go over the Regents applications for a little while today?
It looks like you almost have it narrowed down, we keep coming back to the same names.
Privileged or Persona
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
I'm in the office and can walk over or I'm here via phone or email. And, if Piper wants to go on a walk today I
bought myself some rain boots.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, January 15,2007 6:29 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Re: Fwd: confidential
Governor,
I will be in Juneau Tuesday through Thursday this week and I'll make myself available anytime
you'd like to touch base. Additionally, I can almost always be reached on my cell phone #317-
4728.
Thanks,
Marty
Sarah Palin wrote:
confidential
Marty -[P rivileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privilegec
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Sarah Palin <sovvalinCa)vahoo. com> wrote:
Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2007 09:05:49 -0800 (PST)
From: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Subject: confidential
To: talis [Privileged or Personal Material RedJ Privileged or Personal M
CC:
Privileged or Personal l\|
Hi Talis:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks.
Sarah
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From: Joe Balash [joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 4:31 PM
To: govpalin@yahoo.com; kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us; 'Michael A Tibbies'
Cc: 'Marty Rutherford'; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us
Subject: Briefing Paper for Jim Mulva
Governor:
Attached is the briefing paper for tomorrow's meeting with Jim Mulva and Jim Bowles. It went over one
page, but considering the significance of their company's activities in our state, I thought it would be OK.
Joe
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 9:45 AM
To: Kris Perry
Cc: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Mike Tibbies'; fek9wnr@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Tom Lamal
I do have his application on file.
From: Kris Perry [mailto:kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 9:42 AM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Cc: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Mike Tibbies'; fek9wnr@yahoo.com
Subject: Tom Lamal
FYI, Spoke to Tom Lamal from Fairbanks this morning. He said he put in a resume during the transition and is
interested in serving this administration. Ivy, do you have that? Doesn't sound like he put in for a particular
position but mentioned his experience in commercial fishing and construction, and that he has interest in land
use.
Kris
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Unknown
From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 9:58 AM
To: 'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'
Cc: 'Mike Tibbies'; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: Wev Shea
Meg,
FYI, Wev is flying to Juneau tomorrow, departing on Friday. He's staying at the Baranoff. He'll be getting in touch
with you tomorrow.
Has Ethan been contacted?
Kris
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Unknown
From: marly rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 18, 2007 4:44 PM
To: govpalin@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: [Fwd: Fwd: BP Pipeline Corrosion]
Governor,
During your meeting with Drue Pearce, following the discussion with
Admiral Thomas Barrett, she mentioned a federal grand jury probe of the
BP pipeline corrosion matter and assumed you had been briefed on the
matter. All members of your administration noted we were unaware of
this probe and you requested I investigate and advise you and
Commissioner Hartig, DEC, of what I found.
I did follow-up with the Dept of Law (DOL) and met significant unease
with my inquiry. I finally discerned that, while DOL may have heard
something about the issue, and there are reports related to requests for
documents that strongly suggest that such an inquiry is occurring. , they
have no real knowledge nor any official confirmation of that fact.
I did learn that a state Environmental Prosecutor in the Criminal
Division's Office of Special Prosecutions and Appeals has been cross
designated as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney to assist with an
investigation of the BP pipeline corrosion matter, and he is doing so.
However, I was advised that federal law precludes him from discussing
this investigation with anybody, including his superiors, your
Commissioners and yourself .
I requested that this information be provided to me in an e-mail so I
could convey it to your office.
That e-mail follows, if you would like me to pursue this further,
please advise.
Marty R
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Original Message
Subject: BP Pipeline Corrosion
Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2007 03:37:05 -0900
From: Craig Tillery <craig_tillery@law. state. ak. us;
To: Marty Rutherford <marty_rutherf ordQdnr . state. ak. us;
As requested.
Craig J. Tillery
Deputy Attorney General
Alaska Dept. of Law
1031 W. 4th Ave., Suite 200
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 269-5200
craig_tillery@law. state . ak .us <mailto : craig_tillery@law. state . ak. us>
>>> Craig Tillery 1/12/2007 5:41 PM >>>
You stated that you were requested to pull together a briefing for the
Governor and other high level state officials regarding any federal
grand jury probe of the BP pipeline corrosion matter and you asked if I
could assist in assembling that information. I have spoken to both the
civil and criminal attorneys in the Department of Law who are involved
in the corrosion matter and can tell you the following. First, the
existence of a federal grand jury review of the BP pipeline corrosion
problem is widely rumored and there are reports in the public domain,
particularly related to requests for documents, that strongly suggest
that this is occurring. However, I am not aware of any official
confirmation of that fact and no information specifically regarding a
grand jury review has been provided to the Civil Division of this
Department or generally to the Criminal Division. I can tell you that
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the Environmental Prosecutor in the Criminal Division's Office of
Special Prosecutions and Appeals has been cross designated as a Special
Assistant U.S. Attorney to assist with an investigation of the BP
pipeline corrosion matter and he is doing so. However, Federal Rule of
Criminal Procedure 6(e) specifically precludes him from discussing this
investigation with anybody, including myself, his superiors and those
individuals you described. In light of this, we are unable to provide
you with the information you requested. Please contact me if you would
like to discuss this further.
The Attorney General requested that I respond on this matter.
Craig J. Tillery
Deputy Attorney General
Alaska Dept. of Law
1031 W. 4th Ave., Suite 200
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 269-5200
craig_tillery@law . state . ak . us <mailto : craig_tillery@law. state . ak . us>
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 5:35 PM
To: Michael A Tibbies; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: Legislative Confirmation Deadline
Governor Palin and Mike,
I just wanted to let both of you know that the deadline for all board appointees that require legislative confirmation
is February 14 th . I wrote in my memo that it was February 16 th , however I was mistaken. I have it on my
calendar.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2007 7:59 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Balash; Joseph R
(GOV); Anders; Bruce F (DIMR); Patrick S Galvin
Subject: Re: Fwd: re: from January 19th Edition of Alaska Budget Report
Governor,
I believe this VanMeurs' information was released in response to a public information request for
SGDA documents we received from Ethan Berkowitz. Ethan had requested SGDA information from
the Murkowski Administration and they had responded in a limited fashion. Once your administration
took office Ethan resubmitted his request and the Depts of Law, Revenue and Natural Resources
reviewed all the documents previously withheld under "deliberative process" and determined it
appropriate to release about 60 additional documents into the public domain.
Should you wish additional information just let us know.
Marty R
Sarah Palin wrote:
G'morning.
Does anyone know if this VanMeurs' info was part of a transition report? Or was a
release of VanMeur info some other document(s) given to the AK Budget Report? I
was surprised to read this... it sounds totally accurate, but was surprised to see it so
wondered where it came from.
thanks!
Scott Heyworth <hevworth®ac'i.net> wrote:
Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2007 23:19:48 -0900
From: Scott Heyworth <hevworth@aci . net>
Subject: re: from January 19th Edition of Alaska Budget Report
To: Scott R Heyworth <hevworth@oci.net>
this article was sent to me tonight.
would you pay someone $2.1 million and not listen to them??
Van Meurs letter reveals misgivings about pipeline
contract
Documents released by the office of Gov. Sarah Palin reveal that the
Murkowski
administration's lead consultant on gas pipeline contract negotiations had
serious concerns about the
contract Murkowski's team negotiated.
Pedro van Meurs, the $3,000-a-day consulting economist who became the
administration's
prime explicator and cheerleader for the contract, wrote a February 1 , 2006
memo outlining
"deficiencies in the January 26 draft of the Stranded Gas Contract."
In the letter, addressed to Jim Clark, Murkowski's lead pipeline contract
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negotiator, van Meurs
expressed h is view that there are three maior problems with the proposal. First, he cites
fiscal
stability:
"I believe we have gone completely over board on fiscal stability," writes the consultant.
strongly believe that we need adequate fiscal stability to encourage the investment in
the pipeline.
Nevertheless, there is no need for the near absolute fiscal stability that the agreement
now contains.
There is absolutely no need to treat Alaska as a banana republic in order to
secure the gas line."
Van Meurs singled out as an example of f iscal-certaintv-qone-mad the concept of
capping
municipal taxes; "The impact of variations in municipal taxes of general application on
the project
economics is negligible. Therefore, in my opinion municipalities should be free to tax as
they wish
and the Participants should pay these taxes without limit."
Van Meurs also objected to a provision in Section 9A of the contract allowing the
producers to
recoup money the state may owe the producers by withholding the state's in-kind gas.
"This
provision is totally unnecessary and highly damaging to the interests of the
State."
There is extremely low risk the state would not pay an outstanding bill, he says, and
that risk
can be addressed "by introducing a simple carry forward provision as is done in most
international
contracts."
Van Meurs notes that the whole contract rests on the notion that the state will improve
the
project economics by taking its gas in kind— this concept relies on the state's having a
reasonable
opportunity to market its gas.
"The current provisions in 9A now seriously undermine the entire economic concept of
the
contract. ... I believe that any notion of recoupment of the State's gas in kind should be
eliminated
from the contract."
Van Meurs' final concern related to the agreements governing the limited liability
companies
(LLCs) that were to build and operate the pipeline. The agreements were never
finalized and
presented to the public. The consultant's comments suggest a critical stumbling block
was the state's
inability to obtain a parent company guarantee. Van Meurs wrote:
"The early drafts of the State proposal included a Parent Company Guarantee in order
to
guarantee the implementation of the Contract by the producers, the LLC's in Alaska
and the lower
48 States and LP's in Canada." Absent such an agreement, he says, the contract
cannot be enforced
outside of Alaska.
To date, van Meurs wrote, there has been "zero progress" on such an agreement
among the
producers. "Without a parent company guarantee the Contract is not worth the paper it
is written on.
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Companies can simply escape the work commitments and participation rights of the
State because
the Alaska LLC's or Alaska producers have no control over the Canadian LP's or Lower
48 LLC's."
Van Meurs says it would be a "fundamental error" to finalize the contract without a
parent
company guarantee in the contract.
While van Meurs is referring to an unreleased draft of the contract dated January 26.
2006. there
is little to suggest that his concerns were mitigated in the contract the administration
released on
May 24. The cap on municipal taxes and the recoupment provisions remained in the
contract, and
the contract did not include a parent company guarantee.
Asked about the letter in a January 18. 2007 phone interview . Jim Clark downplayed
its
significance.
"In any contract I've ever negotiated there's always been things clients have found that
they don't like
and they come back and say, 'fix this' or 'fix that,"* Clark said. "I was surprised that
[with] the contract we ultimately put on the table May 24 — 457 pages— there were [so]
few things
that people were concerned about." (huh? Legislators and many others had few
concerns?)
Clark said the duration of fiscal stability was the chief concern among legislators,
followed by a
desire to "beef up" work commitments.
Clark noted that the Senate Natural Gas Development Committee approved a measure
that
would limit the duration of tax stability guarantees. "We felt that we had an appropriate
period of
time but the whole thing was subject to the legislative review. ... So we as an
administration were
prepared to negotiate a lesser time."
As for recoupment of gas in kind, Clark said van Meurs never liked the idea. The
provisions
were devised by Dan Dickinson, a former Tax Division director who worked as a
consultant with the
administration, Clark said. "Using recoupment to balance accounts seemed an
expedited way," and
he said the state had an opportunity to contest recoupment it deemed inappropriate.
As for the parent company issues, Clark said the administration was looking to find
alternative
means of resolving the problem van Meurs cited. "Of course we never resolved the LLC
with
producers before time ran out."
Van Meurs worked under a contract with the Department of Revenue. As of January,
2006, he
had collected $2.1 million over the course of his multi-year contract.
In addition to his role in shaping Murkowski's proposed Stranded Gas Act contract, van
Meurs
was the architect of the former governor's petroleum production tax (PPT) proposal.
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Unknown
From: Patrick Galvin [patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2007 8:24 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Balash;
Joseph R (GOV); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Anders; Bruce F (DNR)
Subject: RE: re: from January 19th Edition of Alaska Budget Report
I apologize for not having briefed you on this earlier. We didn't know if this would
make much of a splash. The Van Mears letter was one of a large number of SGDA
documents we released a couple weeks ago in response to a public information
request.
On December 8, 1 received a letter from Rep. Ethan Berkowitz requesting a large
number of documents associated with the SGDA that were withheld by the Murkowski
Administration from a previous request made by the representative. Marty and I worked
with the department of law and members of the gasline team to go through the
previously withheld documents and identify any that could and should be released. Our
review criteria was that documents should be released unless there was a specific legal
reason it had to be withheld, or if the information would be potentially damaging to the
state's negotiating position on oil and gas matters in the future. Following the review,
we released 50 additional documents, some with confidential information redacted.
Under the SGDA, applicants could submit information and request that it be held
confidential. Once the state deems the information confidential, certain legal restrictions
kick in that limit the state's ability to publicly release the information. Other information
withheld included analysis of the state's negotiating position on matters that are relevant
beyond the SGDA contract. We also withheld confidential attorney-client
communication, and information regarding Pt. Thomson subject to the on-going
litigation.
In total, Rep. Berkowitz had requested 143 documents from the Murkowski
Administration and 22 were released. He renewed his request to us, and we released
50 additional documents, including the Van Mears letter referenced in the article.
Because of the number of withheld documents, we didn't make a big public showing of
our response.
Please let me know if you would like additional information.
-Pat
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2007 6:21 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; John Bitney; Meghan Stapleton; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us;
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marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us; Pat Galvin
Subject: Fwd: re: from January 19th Edition of Alaska Budget Report
G'morning.
Does anyone know if this VanMeurs' info was part of a transition report? Or was a release of VanMeur info some
other document(s) given to the AK Budget Report? I was surprised to read this... it sounds totally accurate, but
was surprised to see it so wondered where it came from.
thanks!
Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net> wrote:
Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2007 23:19:48 -0900
From: Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net>
Subject: re: from January 19th Edition of Alaska Budget Report
To: Scott R Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net>
this article was sent to me tonight.
would you pay someone $2.1 million and not listen to them??
Van Meurs letter reveals misgivings about pipeline contract
Documents released by the office of Gov. Sarah Palin reveal that the Murkowski
administration's lead consultant on gas pipeline contract negotiations had serious concerns about
the
contract Murkowski ' s team negotiated.
Pedro van Meurs, the $3,000-a-day consulting economist who became the administration's
prime explicator and cheerleader for the contract, wrote a February 1, 2006 memo outlining
"deficiencies in the January 26 draft of the Stranded Gas Contract."
In the letter, addressed to Jim Clark, Minkowski's lead pipeline contract negotiator, van Meurs
expressed his view that there are three maior problems with the proposal. F irst, he cites fiscal
stability:
"I believe we have gone completely over board on fiscal stability," writes the consultant. "I
strongly believe that we need adequate fiscal stability to encourage the investment in the
pipeline.
Nevertheless, there is no need for the near absolute fiscal stability that the agreement now
contains.
There is absolutely no need to treat Alaska as a banana republic in order to secure the gas
line."
Van Meurs singled out as an example of fiscal-certain tv-gone-mad the concept of capping
municipal taxes: "The impact of variations in municipal taxes of general application on the
project
economics is negligible. Therefore, in my opinion municipalities should be free to tax as they
wish
and the Participants should pay these taxes without limit."
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Van Meurs also objected to a provision in Section 9A of the contract allowing the producers to
recoup money the state may owe the producers by withholding the state's in-kind gas. "This
provision is totally unnecessary and highly damaging to the interests of the State."
There is extremely low risk the state would not pay an outstanding bill, he says, and that risk
can be addressed "by introducing a simple carry forward provision as is done in most
international
contracts."
Van Meurs notes that the whole contract rests on the notion that the state will improve the
project economics by taking its gas in kind — this concept relies on the state's having a
reasonable
opportunity to market its gas.
"The current provisions in 9 A now seriously undermine the entire economic concept of the
contract. ... I believe that any notion of recoupment of the State's gas in kind should be
eliminated
from the contract."
Van Meurs' final concern related to the agreements governing the limited liability companies
(LLCs) that were to build and operate the pipeline. The agreements were never finalized and
presented to the public. The consultant's comments suggest a critical stumbling block was the
state's
inability to obtain a parent company guarantee. Van Meurs wrote:
"The early drafts of the State proposal included a Parent Company Guarantee in order to
guarantee the implementation of the Contract by the producers, the LLC's in Alaska and the
lower
48 States and LP's in Canada." Absent such an agreement, he says, the contract cannot be
enforced
outside of Alaska.
To date, van Meurs wrote, there has been "zero progress" on such an agreement among the
producers. "Without a parent company guarantee the Contract is not worth the paper it is written
on.
Companies can simply escape the work commitments and participation rights of the State
because
the Alaska LLC's or Alaska producers have no control over the Canadian LP's or Lower 48
LLC's."
Van Meurs says it would be a "fundamental error" to finalize the contract without a parent
company guarantee in the contract.
While van Meurs is referring to an unreleased draft of the contract dated January 26. 2006. there
is little to suggest that his concerns were mitigated in the contract the administration released on
Mav 24. The cap on municipal taxes and the recoupment provisions remained in the contract.
and
the contract did not include a parent company guarantee.
Asked about the letter in a January 18, 2007 phone interview. Jim Clark downplayed its
significance.
"In any contract I've ever negotiated there's always been things clients have found that
they don't like
and they come back and say, 'fix this' or 'fix that,'" Clark said. "I was surprised that
[with] the contract we ultimately put on the table May 24 — 457 pages — there were [so] few
things
that people were concerned about." (huh? Legislators and many others had few concerns?)
Clark said the duration of fiscal stability was the chief concern among legislators, followed by a
desire to "beef up" work commitments.
Clark noted that the Senate Natural Gas Development Committee approved a measure that
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would limit the duration of tax stability guarantees. "We felt that we had an appropriate period
of
time but the whole thing was subject to the legislative review. ... So we as an administration
were
prepared to negotiate a lesser time."
As for recoupment of gas in kind, Clark said van Meurs never liked the idea. The provisions
were devised by Dan Dickinson, a former Tax Division director who worked as a consultant
with the
administration, Clark said. "Using recoupment to balance accounts seemed an expedited way,"
and
he said the state had an opportunity to contest recoupment it deemed inappropriate.
As for the parent company issues, Clark said the administration was looking to find alternative
means of resolving the problem van Meurs cited. "Of course we never resolved the LLC with
producers before time ran out."
Van Meurs worked under a contract with the Department of Revenue. As of January, 2006, he
had collected $2.1 million over the course of his multi-year contract.
In addition to his role in shaping Minkowski's proposed Stranded Gas Act contract, van Meurs
was the architect of the former governor's petroleum production tax (PPT) proposal.
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2007 1 :05 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: Mike Kolivosky
Governor Palin,
I wanted to let you know that Mike Kolivosky passed away yesterday. You may know him from the Valley. If not,
he was appointed under Gov Sheffield to a position in Public Safety. His wife is Melinda who works for Bill Tull
and organizes the Palmer Pride parade every year (she's one of the MCs). I've sent notification to the constituent
relations office.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2007 1 :05 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: Mike Kolivosky
Governor Palin,
I wanted to let you know that Mike Kolivosky passed away yesterday. You may know him from the Valley. If not,
he was appointed under Gov Sheffield to a position in Public Safety. His wife is Melinda who works for Bill Tull
and organizes the Palmer Pride parade every year (she's one of the MCs). I've sent notification to the constituent
relations office.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 7:57 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Re: op ed
Governor,
I spoke with Bruce yesterday and he was already working on the op ed piece. I will ensure he
gives you timing feedback asap.
Marty
Sarah Palin wrote:
Hi Bruce -
pis let me know when you'll have a draft gasline op ed ready... should i be starting it
or are you doing that already?
thanks!
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 2:54 PM
To: Bruce F. Anders; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE: op ed
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks!
From: Bruce Anders [mailto:bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 2:48 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Bruce F. Anders
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: RE: op ed
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks,
Bruce
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 1:56 PM
To: Bruce F. Anders
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: RE: op ed
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Bruce Anders <bruce_anders@tfnr.state.ak.us> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
i nougnisT
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From: Bruce Anders [mailto:Bruce_Anders@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 8:29 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: RE: op ed
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Just let me know your preference.
Bruce
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 6:38 AM
To: bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: op ed
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com> wrote:
Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2007 07:36:58 -0800 (PST)
From: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Subject: op ed
To: Bruce Anders < Privileged or Personal Material >,
marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us,
Pat Garvin <patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us>,
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>
Hi Bruce -
pis let me know when you'll have a draft gasline op ed ready... should i be starting it or are you
doing that already?
thanks!
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 1:31 PM
To: Bruce F. Anders; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE: op ed
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
From: Bruce Anders [mailto:bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 12:34 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: RE: op ed
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
'rivileged or Personal Material Redac Thoughts?
From: Bruce Anders [mailto:Bruce_Anders@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 8:29 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: RE: op ed
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Just let me know your preference.
Bruce
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 6:38 AM
To: bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: op ed
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com> wrote:
Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2007 07:36:58 -0800 (PST)
From: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Subject: op ed
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To: Bruce Anders <bruceanders888@hotmail.com>,
marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us,
Pat Galvin <patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us>,
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>
Hi Bruce -
pis let me know when you'll have a draft gasline op ed ready... should i be starting it or are you doing
that already?
thanks!
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From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 1 0:36 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: 'john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: RE: Stinson
Paul Richards is their lobbyist. John, please confirm.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 10:34 AM
To: Kris Perry; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Stinson
right - but is he also their registered lobbyist, if not, who is?
Kris Perry <kris_perry@gov.state. ak. us> wrote:
No, Larry Stinson is a doctor/owner of Alaska Medical surgery centers in Anchorage, Fairbanks and Mat-Su. He's
a friend of Dorwin's.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 10:27 AM
To: Kris Perry; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Stinson
is he a registered lobbyist? who is their lobbyist?
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From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 1 0:30 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: 'john_bitney@gov.state.ak. us'
Subject: RE: Stinson
No, Larry Stinson is a doctor/owner of Alaska Medical surgery centers in Anchorage, Fairbanks and Mat-Su. He's
a friend of Dorwin's.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 10:27 AM
To: Kris Perry; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Stinson
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From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 1 1 :04 AM
To: 'John Bitney'; 'Sarah Palin'; 'Mike Tibbies'
Subject: RE: Stinson
It is Paul Richards. Alaska Medical Development and/or Alaska Medical Centers are one in the same... they
operate surgery centers - 1 believe - in Fairbanks, Wasilla & Anchorage.
From: John Bitney [mailto:john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 10:55 AM
To: "Kris Perry'; 'Sarah Palin'; 'Mike Tibbies'
Subject: RE: Stinson
Just got of the phone with APOC.
The latest list of lobbyists who are currently registered for 2007 will be posted on APOC's web site next week.
Registrations come in almost every day - especially during the first two months of session.
Paul Richards is registered with AK Medical Development (Shawna Bowen-sp?).
APOC can not find any lobbying records for Larry Stinson or AK Medical surgery centers.
JB
From: Kris Perry [mailto:kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 10:36 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Stinson
Paul Richards is their lobbyist. John, please confirm.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 10:34 AM
To: Kris Perry; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Stinson
right - but is he also their registered lobbyist, if not, who is?
Kris Perry <kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
No, Larry Stinson is a doctor/owner of Alaska Medical surgery centers in Anchorage, Fairbanks and Mat-Su. He's
a friend of Dorwin's.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 10:27 AM
To: Kris Perry; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Stinson
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From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 9:35 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Mike Tibbies'
Cc: 'john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: Stinson
Yesterday I met with Larry Stinson w/Alaska Medical Centers. He provided me with a stack of reading material
regarding their position for CON repeal or modification, further stating that it promotes healthy competition, drops
healthcare costs to the consumer, will help with PERS/TRS and does not affect hospital profits. In addition, he
spoke of forgiven loans and an extra [$72 million] distribution to hospitals for indigent care relief under the
Murkowski administration.
Mike & John, I'll send you copies.
Governor, he referenced your State of the State speech and mention of a Healthcare Advisory Council. He would
be honored to assist in any way and recommends that there be at least two physicians in private practice
participating.
Kris
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 3:48 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Clemency and Faith Based Initiatives
Governor Palin,
In the previous administration, the Lt Governor was the Governor's designee to the boards listed in the subject
line. Would you like to designate your Lt. Governor or do you have somebody else in mind?
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, January 26, 2007 1 1 :56 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Fwd: elect board of dental examiners
Joy <newbeg@gcLnet> wrote:
Date: Fri, 26 Jan 2007 22:02:51 -0900
From: Joy <newbeg@gci.net>
Subject: elect board of dental examiners
To: spalin@mtaonline.net
Dear Governor Palin,
Have you decided who will be the next three (3) dentists to serve on
this board? I would like to know who will represent our state.
Sincerely,
J. Latham-Hahn
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From: Kris Perry [krisjjerry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent Friday, January 26, 2007 8:59 AM
To: 'djbob@acsalaska.net'; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: Jet
Bob,
Just wanted to send you a quick update . . .
We continue to explore ways in which to make your great idea work!
One of the challenges is that current gaming regulations state that the permit holder (the
non-profit, not the state) conducting the raffle must own the prize free & clear. So,
maybe three non-profits could get together, buy the jet, raffle it off and then the
proceeds could be distributed for charitable purposes...
I'm still working this and will keep my favorite DJ posted! I'm going into a meeting, but
I'll call you later today.
Kris
Original Message
From: djbob@acsalaska.net [mailto:djbob@acsalaska.net]
Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 9:58 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Meghan Stapleton; kris_perry@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Re: RE: KWHL & the jet
We just want to be there when Sarah picks the winning ticket!
Love,
-Bob Lester
106.5 K-Whale
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Saturday, January 27, 2007 1 :58 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Nakazawa Fwd: proposed CES program
I did not hear about Tony. We generally are not informed about University personnel changes. Also, we talked
about Andree on the phone but if you have other questions, let me know.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.corn]
Sent: Friday, January 26, 2007 1:04 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; John Bitney
Subject: Nakazawa Fwd: proposed CES program
Did you know Tony was let go?
Also, let me know what's up with Andree MacLeod before she starts calling my home phone.
John Glaser <jcglaser@jntaonline.net> wrote:
From: "John Glaser" <jcglaser@mtaonline.net>
To: <spalin@mtaonline.net>
Subject: proposed CES program
Date: Fri, 26 Jan 2007 12:42:32 -0900
Hi, my name is Cathy Glaser and I am a 37-year 4-H Leader and President of the 4-H Volunteer Leader's
Assn. for the Mat-Su/Copper River Dist. I am writing to you about my concerns/ideas to save the 4-H
program and if s most important arm-Cooperative Extension Service in Alaska.
Recently, our CES Director, Tony Nakazawa, was terminated by UAF. He had just presented a
comprehensive strategic plan to 'update' the 4-H program to make it 'contemporary.' I read the 26-page
plan and found it well researched and written. He had a plan to finance the CES program, so the
University/state would not have to pull the full load. I have heard that Dr. Jones, from UAF wants to
make CES into a research vs. service/educational.
Having been involved in the 4-H program for 47 years, I can tell you that it is and has been a very
important part of me and my family-5 children went through the 4-H family. 4-H has most of all, made all
of them better citizens to contribute all they can to the United States. They worked for and earned many
national trips, made many new friends, had fantastic experiences, and especially gained knowledge from
the 4-H Program. Today, the 4-H program has changed with the times, and offers many new and
exciting projects.
I have through the years, been very impressed with the CES personnel in both Wyoming and Alaska.
Both of these states value the work that CES people provide, both for the everyday life issues and the
agriculture issues that concern our states. I do not believe that 4-H could function without CES in the
state of Alaska. I do not want Alaska to be the only state that does not have the CES Program,
especially with a land-grant university.
I feel that CES should have their own line-item in the annual budget of the University. That way, the
personal vendetta from certain officials at UAF, would not be able to completely cut CES and in turn, 4-H.
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I am appealing to your sense of fairness and compassion, to help us save the CES and 4-H Program in
the State of Alaska. Thank you for your time.
Cathy Glaser
Palmer, AK
jcglaser@mtaonline.net
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From: Larry Stinson [larrystinson@hotmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 28, 2007 10:38 PM
To: Palin; Sarah H (GOV); Parnell; Sean R (GOV)
Cc: Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Governor Palin, Lt. Governor Parnell:
I have had some long talks with several different medical providers including Cathy Giessel, Deb
Kiley, Dr. Gower (Alaska State Medical Association President), Dr, George Rhyneer Sr, Alaska
Physicians and Surgeons members, and others all around the state about state related medical
issues. It was also very enlightening being a member of the DHSS transition team and listening
intently to each of the members while taking copious notes. I, and most others, agree that there
should be a health care council or board to help guide the administration. There is a real
problem, however, with career theorists outlining what should be done.
There absolutley needs to be a balance between career medical theorists fighting for grant money
and sometimes pushing ideas that are naive and dated, at best, with people who actually practice
different aspects of medicine. I was both impressed with the background knowledge and
abilities of many of the DHSS transition team as well as shocked at some absolutely misleading
assumptions and lack of medical expertise. There were political agendas, well stated, that would
absolutely have no impact on providing help to the underserved but would serve as an ongoing
funding source for grants and power. This was worrisome to me and demonstrated the absolute
need to have more clinician input which is not possible when "health care" meetings are
scheduled during clinicians working hours by career panelists who can carry on their agendas
unimpeded.
I have talked to several people who would gladly volunteer their time on a board that would help
the people of the state rather than wonder like most of the clinicians "where does all of this stuff
come from?" This would include:
Dr. David Head, Nome
Jason Harmon, N.D., Doctor of Naturopathy to express that perspective
Jean Tsigonis, M.D., from Fairbanks and on the State Medical Board
Larry Stinson, M.D., myself with practices in the Valley, Fairbanks, and Anchorage
Victor Battling, D.O., an outstanding Family Practitioner from Fairbanks
George Rhyneer, Sr., M.D., Anchorage Cardiologist
Roland Gower, M.D., Anchorage Surgeon and current ASMA President
Cathy Giessel, R.N., A.N.P. who I would support as Board Chairperson, she did a fine on the
DHSS transition tearm
Dan Kiley, DDS, Anchorage Dentist with alot of experience on boards
Elizabeth Turgeon, M.D., Wasilla Family Practitioner who also used to practice in Cordova
Melissa Peters, D.O., Wasilla Family Practioner with a strong committment to patient advocacy
John Mitchell, C.R.N.A. from ANMC
Adrian Ryan, M.D., an Inupiaq Orthopedic Surgeon who works in Anchorage but runs clinics
also in
the Nome area.
Ideally we would also pick up representation from the Kenai and Southeast including
Chiropractors and physical therapists. I can get these additional recommendations if you are
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interested.
There absolutely needs to be a balance so that agendas that have led to years of stagnation and inflated
costs can be debated and changed.
Sincerely,
Larry Stinson, M.D.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 28, 2007 9:23 AM
To: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); |PriyiiegedorPw8on[
Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Charles Fedullo; Martha K Rutherford;
Monegan; Walt C (DPS); Joseph D Schmidt; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Kelly; Russell T (GOV);
Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Talis Colberg; leaddog@acsalaska.net; Notti; Emil R
(CED); Patrick S Galvin; Bruce Anders; Jackson; Karleen K (HSS); Hartig; Lawrence L (DEC); Kreitzer;
Annette E (DOA); Kreitzer; Annette E (DOA)
Subject: Speaking from Departments
Good morning all:
There was a quip in this morning's ADN re: a "ban" from me on anyone voicing their opinions
on matters before us. The 'Ear wrote of my supposed instruction to not allow cabinet
members/staff to take positions on some issues.
Since this is totally false, and leaves me at a loss as to how a reporter would have ever received
word of something that is the opposite of what I've expressed to all of you, I'll clarify again what
has already been expressed by me as my desire to see you all have the freedom to communicate
with the public and press in any and all manner you deem appropriate. The goal is for the public
to be able to trust that our administration is transparent and trustworthy, so you all personally
communicating views and opinions is very important and would NEVER be banned.
I have NEVER banned any of our team members from voicing opinions on anything. In fact, I've
stated that the more information and communication efforts put forth on behalf of your
departments and divisions, the better. I've asked that you all share your opinions, speak freely to
press, public, legislators, one another, etc. (In other words, don't do what past administrations
have done. I have faith that we're on the right path going a new direction here with freedom in
information sharing... Alaskans deserve better than the tried and failed efforts of past
administrations' withholding information and expressed opinions by decisions makers.)
I will write to the 'Ear reporter and clarify for her also.
Kari - would you please send to all Commissioners? I don't have some new addresses here.
Thank you!
Also, last night's Valley ball was lots of fun. At the event we got to wish Happy 25th
Anniversary to Talis Colberg! ! !
The Lt. Governor and I are off to Kodiak today. Then Hooper Bay tomorrow.
Thanks for everything, everyone! I appreciate you all very much and look forward to more
cabinet meetings where we're all together in one room. It will be great to have Leo on board at
DOT next week. Let's make the next swearing-in ceremony of our new Commissioners a great
event and let's try for a cabinet lunch/dinner afterwards.
Bitney - remember to invite the different groups of Legislators for lunches/dinners this week and
next. The more the merrier. Thanks for working with Kari and Erika on this.
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Have a great Sunday, I'll see most of you on Tuesday.
Sarah
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Monday, January 29, 2007 5:39 PM
'Sarah Palin'
FW: University of Alaska Board of Regents
Governor,
I didn't tell him you were considering him. Again, I used Mike's advice and asked him if
he minded if I recommended him to you.
Ivy
Original Message
From: Steve MacSwain [mailto:s.macswain@macswain.com]
Sent: Monday, January 29, 2007 5:34 PM
To: ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: FW: University of Alaska Board of Regents
Ivy,
Re-sending this Cc to you.
Steve MacSwain
Original Message
From: Steve MacSwain [mailto:s.macswain@macswain.com]
Sent: Monday, January 29, 2007 4:58 PM
To: 'spalin@mtaonline.net'
Cc: 'ivy_frye@state.ak.us '
Subject: University of Alaska Board of Regents
Please see attached documents.
Steve MacSwain
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 10:31 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Frank Bailey; John Bitney
Subject: Fwd: F&G Commissioner
this one is from my mom...
i'm inundated with F&G comments these past few days.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Sally Heath <salheath@mtaonline.net> wrote:
From: "Sally Heath" <salheath@mtaonline.net>
To: "Sarah Palin" <govpalin@yahoo.com>,
"Ivy Frye" <ivyfrye@yahoo.com>
Subject: F&G Commissioner
Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2007 15:43:25 -0900
Sarah: I hope this will get to Mike Tibbies. I'm sending it to Ivy, also. I'm sure the
other 2 are great guys, too, but Corey Rossi would be hard to beat.
Some things to think about:
1 . The people that are saying it's too big for Rossi to manage, are the very
same p eo p le who said the same thing about you when they ran the Binkley
campaign against you .
2. Don't forget about how your opponents compared Wasilla's budget to the
state's budget when you were running for governor.
3. The person who they promoting is a Commercial Fish, ADFG insider. Does
that sound anything like your agenda? It is the current ADFG leadership that
has gotten us into this mess (240,000 down to 100,000 moose in 12 years, one
halibut per day for sport fishermen, while increasing the commercial take by
1,000,000 lbs., etc.).
4. Lots of people want to share your power, but do they share your agenda?
5 . Rossi is a trusted friend who has been promoting nothing but vour agenda of
managing for abundance. He has managed to acquire huge grass roots support
from across the state for your agenda. This morning, your agenda dominated
the Rick Rydel show, again. The hunters and sport fishermen are really
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wound up about this and are overwhelmingly in support of Rossi.
6. The rumor is that Eddie Grasser has been bragging around the valley that Tibbies
has you "tied-up" and that Lloyd is a guarantee, regardless of anyone else's
credentials. This might explain why your advisors have been unwilling to speak to
Rossi even though he has huge backing within the public.
7. People have told me that when they tried to express their support for Rossi to your
staff, they have been told that he didn't have a chance and that everyone should be
supporting Lloyd.
8. Rossi's organization is about 35-40 people, with a 1 .5 million dollar budget that he
himself raises within Alaska each year. In other words, under his direction his outfit
pays its own way. In 1995, he moved back to Alaska with a suitcase and a dream,
and has built the Alaska Wildlife Services Program from scratch.
9. You have made several good choices for other commissioner spots (Colberg and
Galvin for example) who did not build, nor even run an organization as big as
Rossi's.
Rossi is a successful businessman who wants to bring a business mindset to the ADFG. Last
week, at the FNAWS Convention in Salt Lake City, he met with Jeff Foxworthy, Karl Malone,
and other big celebrity hunters and is trying to work on a plan to have them help promote and
increase Alaska's hunting and fishing opportunities like they have done in other states.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 9:58 PM
To: Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Galvin; Patrick S (DOR); 'bruce anders@dnr.state.ak.us';
'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'; Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: Fwd: Pipeline plan would bring gas to Fairbanks by 2013
Let me know about this when you get a chance,
thanks!
Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net> wrote:
Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2007 07:23:55 -0900
From: Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net>
Subject: Pipeline plan would bring gas to Fairbanks by 2013
To: Bill Ward <LowrFalls@aol.com>
In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, this material is
distributed without profit to those who have expressed a prior interest
in receiving the included information for research and educational
purposes.
Pipeline plan would bring gas to Fairbanks by
2013
By Eric Lidji
Staff Writer
Fairbanks News-Miner
Published January 30, 2007
A new Alaska Natural Gas Development Authority plan presented Monday would bring
North Slope natural gas to Fairbanks and other points in the state by 2013.
The Alaska Gas Market System, as the plan is called, would cost $5 billion and ultimately
bring $1.25 billion cubic feet of natural gas daily through a 24-inch pipeline from the North
Slope to Glennallen, where it would split into two smaller pipelines bound for the Cook Inlet
and a liquefying plant in Valdez, according to Harold Heinze, chief executive officer of
ANGDA.
Heinze said the new proposal places Alaskan interests first by initially serving Alaskan
markets, and eventually expanding into exporting capabilities to help increase the profitability
of the project.
The plan has a much narrower scope than previous projects. Heinze called the plan
"doable."
It would require 10 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, or 40 percent of the known Prudhoe Bay
reserves, to make the project financially feasible for 20 years.
Heinze estimated that would be one-fifth of the natural gas needed to make some of the
larger pipeline proposals economically viable.
Heinze said 30 percent of the total gas needed for the project would come from the state in-
| kind royalties, and the rest would have to come from one of the major North Slope
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producers, either ExxonMobil, BP or ConocoPhillips.
Heinze also allowed for alternate sources of undeveloped gas.
The initial $5 billion price tag would be split between $4 billion to build 970 miles of buried pipe
following the route of trans-Alaska oil pipeline, and a $1 billion conditioning plant on the North Slope.
A Valdez liquefying plant would cost an additional $3 billion.
It would deliver 0.25 billion cubic feet of natural gas daily to Fairbanks and the Cook Inlet, and
expand once the Valdez station went online.
Heinze said the pipeline could be integrated into future projects.
"It would not hurt the economics of any future pipeline and it's not intended to replace a big pipeline,"
Heinze said.
In the memo, Heinze said the project was "intended to be advanced simultaneous with other efforts"
and that "ANGDA intends to work with any and all interested and experience parties" over the next
two years of project planning.
ANGDA is requesting $5 million to study and define the project.
The proposal is a response to Gov. Sarah Palin's early December request from ANGDA for natural
gas options. It attempts to alleviate concerns over delays in a Canadian route to the Lower 48 and a
larger pipeline that would require participation from the three North Slope major producers.
"Does Alaska want to sit around and wait." Heinze asked. "And the answer is, 'Probably not.'"
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 10:01 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: judicial appts
Kenai Superior Court: Anna Moran, Arthur "Chuck" Robinson
Bethel Superior Court: R. Poke Haffner, Marvin Charles Hamilton III
It's typical that initial phone conversations are conducted by Boards and Commissions, and the face to face
interviews take place with the chief of staff and governor. They term out at 70 yrs old so it's understandable that
they would go through as long a vetting process as you see appropriate. I'm open to whatever you both feel
comfortable with.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 9:49 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: judicial appts
i've received lots of input too so i want to make sure i know where we are on this...
i need the info again re: the two seats, the four candidates to choose from... and is it customary to
interview candidates for the positions?
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Within 45 days of the Governor's office receiving the names. We received them January 19 so the date
they are to be decided is March 5. I've solicited a lot of good info and done a lot of background work on
all of the nominations. I'll wait for you guys to decide how and when you want to hold the interviews.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 9:32 PM
To: Ivy Frye; Mike Tibbies
Subject: judicial appts
when are the 2 names due for jud. appts?
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31 , 2007 8:31 AM
To: Michael A Tibbies; Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; John W Bitney
Subject: Fwd: #2 Wev on Gen. Joe Ralston
Holy Moly...
I had no idea this one would be so sensitive... did anyone else get any sense that this appointment
was not going over well? I've also heard that Lisa M. and other high ranking officials are baffled
by my action on this one.
Wev Shea <wws@alaskalife.net> wrote:
Date: Wed, 31 Jan 2007 07:55 .03 -0900
From: Wev Shea <wws@alaskalife.net>
Subject: #2 Wev on Gen. Joe Ralston
To: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
CC: Todd Palin <fek9wnr@yahoo.com>, Perry's Perry < |Privileged or Personal M| >,
Ivy Frye <ivyfrye@yahoo.com>
Dear Sarah:
You would never have done what you did if you did know Joe Ralston.
I will not compare Joe to John Binkley; they are both fine men.
What concerns me is the "counsel you did not get" when you made your
decision. The advice you must have received on Joe was just awful.
I do not believe certain individuals are sophisticated or experienced
enough to understand Joe's sacrifice and service for Alaska and our
Nation.
Senator Ted Stevens, Senator Lisa Minkowski, Congressman Don Young
and Senator/Governor Frank Murkowski together do not compare to Joe.
But, Joe Ralston is not a politician like Ted, Lisa, Don, Frank and
John Binkley. If your decision was "political" your counsel is
"inexperienced."
I am concerned for your future, for you being the best, for you
getting sound advice and counsel ... as you know, Frank did not
listen and he failed.
I want you to have great success! ! Alaska and our Nation needs you
as an individual of character and "we Alaskans" need your leadership.
You are Alaska's future and to a great extent the best America has in
public service. You and Joe Ralston are very rare individuals; the
best!!
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Excuses on "attempts" to contact Joe on the weekend when he may be on
an international mission for President George W. Bush are unacceptable.
But, I suppose a call to the White House switchboard, the State
Department switchboard or the Pentagon switchboard may have been
successful.
Sarah, do not tolerate incompetence!! or Anyone who makes excuses for
totally unacceptable background research!!
This is an example of experienced counsel to Alaska's Governor is so
important. Do not allow the "inexperienced" to make your decisions.
I appreciate your "thank you" on ethics. I will always do everything
I can to see you succeed.
That is why I am so concerned about this situation. You always
deserve the best counsel and this situation is unconscionable.
Very Respectfully, My Best Wishes and Prayers,
Wev
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Unknown
From: Patrick Galvin [patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31 , 2007 9:35 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Anders; Bruce F (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash;
Joseph R (GOV); John Bitney
Subject: RE: Fw: ANGDA Gasline Proposal may be of interest.
Governor,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
-Pat
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 10:26 PM
To: martyj-utherford@dnr.state.ak.us; Pat Galvin; bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us;
mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; John Bitney
Subject: Fwd: Fw: ANGDA Gasline Proposal may be of interest.
pis give me an update on this when gasline team members get a chance, thanks!
Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gcLnet> wrote:
Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2007 15:46:1 1 -0900
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From: Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net>
Subject: Fw: ANGDA Gasline Proposal may be of interest.
To: Bill Ward <LowrFalls@aol.com>
Subject: ANGDA Gasline Proposal may be of interest.
> This is a new North Slope gas pipeline proposal for the ANGDA Board
> review on Monday, Jan 29
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31 , 2007 7:30 AM
To: waralaska@alaska.com
Subject: Fwd: FW: Horror Story
I'll find out what happened and i'll contact the fPrivilegd family.
Wayne Anthony Ross <waralaska@alaska.com> wrote:
Date: Sat, 27 Jan 2007 1 7:37:44 -0900
From: Wayne Anthony Ross <waralaska@alaska.com>
Subject: FW: Horror Story
To: Sarah Palin <spalin@mtaonline.net>
Dear Sarah : A week or so a go, I sent you an email asking that you, or your HSS Commissioner,
meet with a |Privileged or Pel and her husband about their experience with the Department, a real
horror story. You quickly had Anna Kim contact me and Anna wrote that she would arrange a
meeting between the |privileg^ and the Commish this last Friday, 26 Jan. Shortly thereafter,
Anna wrote again to me and stated that on the advice of some unnamed lawyer (I presume it
was from the AG's office) the meeting had been canceled and that no meeting would take place
until litigation was finished. I wrote Anna back and stated that waiting was not satisfactory.
Subsequent communication between Anna and me is set forth below.
During this time I sent Anna a letter, addressed to you, from a doctor who attempted to point out
the danger these [PriviieciNds were in as a result of being in State custody. I can only wonder
whether Anna forwarded that letter on to you.
The (Privilege] problem was caused by the people in the Murky Administration and the Palin
Adminis tration ha s an opportunity to straighten things out but I cannot get your Commish to meet
with the [privilege Is it possible that this may be because your current Commish is a holdover
from the Murky Administration? Somebody in the DHSS or the Department of Law doesn't want
you to take a look at this, and the first time I have had an opportunity to deal with your Assistant
Chief of Staff I get stonewalled. Like you and your dealings with Frank, I don't like being
stonewalled.
I am suggesting that you meet with the
you do so.
Privileges soon as possible. Indeed, I am asking that
I can remember when you yourself sent a letter to the Governor about a situation you came
across, and the Governor wouldn't listen, wouldn't address it, and ignored it. It eventually
caused him serious problems that you and I had to be involved in together. I happily recognized
that the previous administration's "ostrich with its head in the sand" policies were to end when
you spoke of your open door policy In your inauguration speech. Now someone is trying to keep
you from implementing that open door policy.
As stated, I request that you meet with these two Wasilla parents as soon as possible.
Something is not working properly when I requested a meeting, you approved it, and now
someone is seeking to derail that meeting.
I would hope that with our close relationship, I would be able to have access to you when
requested. I have requested anything of you except that access, and then only when I think it is
important to the success of what you want to accomplish.
Please note that I have not even requested a particular solution; I've only requested these folks
be given an ear. I think once you hear their story (and see the letter to you from the doctor that I
tried to get to you through Anna), you will know what needs to be done.
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Sorry to bother you directly but I am having difficulty with your lady, Anna.
My best, WAR
From: Wayne Anthony Ross [mailto:waralaska@alaska.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2007 10:29 AM
To: 'Anna Kim'
Subject: RE: Horror Story
Hi Anna.
Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. Apparently you did not get my email of Tuesday where I
advised you that waiting until the litigation is over is unsatisfactory. The litigation has been going on for
some 2 years now and there is a possibility of it expanding if this unfortunate matter is not resolved.
With the new Administration in a position to set things right, either Sarah or the Commissioner needs to
learn first hand what has been done to these folks, and especially the children, and what dangers the
children continue to face.
I am not suggesting a meeting which would include lawyers. Instead it would be a meeting of an Alaskan
set of parents and their Governor or her designee.
As you should recall, I have represented Sarah personally in the past, and the campaign more recently,
and I believe that the Administration would be well served in hearing this story so that Sarah or her
designee could make a decision on whether or not intervention by the new Administration is warranted,
not only for damage control, but to right some wrongs that were done by the previous Administration.
I would not make this request if I did not think it very important.
And I would hope you realize that this request comes from one of Sarah's long-time advocates and
supporters, who only wants her to succeed in her efforts.
If this request continues to meet with reluctance on your part, as stated, I will try other avenues.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks, Anna.
WAR
From: Anna Kim [mailto:anna_kim@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2007 10:02 AM
To: 'Wayne Anthony Ross'
Cc: 'Jackson, Karleen'; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: RE: Horror Story
Good Morning,
Please be assured that as soon as the litigation is complete, we will be happy to meet with the Privilege
I
Regards, Anna
Anna Kim, Special Staff Assistant
Office of the Governor
From: Wayne Anthony Ross [mailto:waralaska@alaska.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2007 10:03 AM
To: Kim, Anna
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Subject: Horror Story
Good morning Kim! Are you going to be able to arrange that meeting between the Commish and the
[Privilege| ° r between Sarah and the ]Privileg el? If you cannot, I'll use other methods to arrange such
meeting. I appreciate your efforts. My best, WAR
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2007 12:25 AM
To: Spencer, Kari L (GOV); Fagerstrom; Erika (GOV)
Subject: dinners, coffees, and schedules
Tomorrow night's dinner should be scheduled for 1 .5 hours instead of 2 hrs. (A two-hour
scheduled meeting means it will be closer to 3 hrs. before it wraps up.)
Also, meetings like tonight's mining meeting over here at the house can be scheduled for 1 hour
at the most, as even those type of events drag on for much longer than they really need to. I
know I sound picky about the time parameters I put around these events, but every minute is
precious in these days that go by much too fast as I have so much to do.
If folks know ahead of time that I'm counting on the event to wrap up in a certain timeframe then
I won't feel so guilty getting up and moving on to my next task at a certain time.
I would like to have more events over at the house, but not if they go on for too many hours into
the evening, as those evening hours have to be spent catching up on emails and phone calls and
getting ready for the next day's events.
Thanks!
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Joe Balash [Joe_Balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Wednesday, January 31, 2007 12:22 PM
Milles; Chris C (DNR); Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Mylius; Richard H (DNR);
Fogels; Edmund J (DNR)
RE: Speigel Letter Jan 31 07 FOLLOWUP
Chris:
It seems to me that anytime the State of Alaska spends public funds, it has to do so in
conformance with various state laws and regulations . Would Admin Svcs be the right shop
to give us a read on whether the contract proposed by Mr. Speigel is something we can
legally — or fiscally — do?
Joe
Original Message
From: Chris Milles [mailto:chris_milles@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2007 12:16 PM
To: Joseph R Balash; governor@gov. state. ak. us; Richard H Mylius; Ed Fogels
Subject: Re: Speigel Letter Jan 31 07 FOLLOWUP
I don't expect that anyone thinks the state is giving Mr. Spiegel any
money, but I think we need to followup on this with a letter. Mr.
Spiegel continues to visit DNR on a daily basis, for the majority of the
day, awaiting an answer from the Governor. I am available to discuss
this in the afternoon if that is possible. I will start drafting a
letter as I expect that request may be forthcoming.
>
>
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31 , 2007 12:50 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Mike Nizich; Sarah Palin
Subject: North Pacific Fishery Management Council
FYI, Stephanie Madsen, Glenn Reed from Pacific Seafood Processors and Mark Vinsel from UFA have all
requested the names of the applicants.
Madsen, Daniel Carney from ANC and Duncan Fields from Kodiak have officially applied. I'll have more
information for my Friday meeting with Mike Tibbies.
In the mean time, please let me know if you need any other information.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31 , 2007 12:50 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Mike Nizich; Sarah Palin
Subject: North Pacific Fishery Management Council
FYI, Stephanie Madsen, Glenn Reed from Pacific Seafood Processors and Mark Vinsel from UFA have all
requested the names of the applicants.
Madsen, Daniel Carney from ANC and Duncan Fields from Kodiak have officially applied. I'll have more
information for my Friday meeting with Mike Tibbies.
In the mean time, please let me know if you need any other information.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Denby Lloyd [denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31 , 2007 5:51 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE: halibut
Governor:
No, I do not support the decision by the International Pacific Halibut Commission (IPHC) to reduce the sport
charter bag limit to one fish during part of the summer.
The IPHC is not the appropriate venue to make these allocative decisions; the North Pacific Fishery Management
Council is (even though the Council has not effectively dealt with this issue recently).
I don't blame commercial fishermen for going to the IPHC for action, since the North Pacific Council hasn't acted,
but still the Council is where this issue belongs.
The one fish bag limit decision for parts of 2007 is an unnecessarily harsh measure for the sport charter
businesses. If the IPHC felt compelled to take an action to reduce sport charter harvest, we had recommended
that they consider some less onerous, but still effective, measures. Those included the action that we, ADF&G,
have just taken to restrict skipper and crew on charter boats from fishing when paying clients are onboard. Other
actions could have been establishing a bag limit of "one plus", which means one fish of any size plus another fish
of some size greater than, say, 32 inches long.
Anyway, Governor, the issue of sport charter harvests does need to be dealt with, but a few-day meeting of an
international body such as the IPHC is not the proper way to gather and effectively deal with public input on a
domestic fishery issue.
I have written a letter to Alaska Regional Administrator of the National Marine Fisheries Service, Jim Balsiger
(who is also an IPHC Commissioner), this past week outlining these concerns. We hope that there might be a
way to have the federal government implement an alternative, and less onerous, restriction for sport charter
harvests this summer.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Take care, DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Acting Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2007 12:08 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Subject: halibut
Denby:
Do you support the recent decision re: halibut limits?
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I don't want to misspeak when answering the question about your position on this issue.
Thank you,
Sarah Palin
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 11:16 PM
To: Balash-. Joseph R (GO V): Martha K Rutherford; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Spencer, Kari L (GOV);
Privileged or Personal
Subject: Fwd: Gasline cont.
thanks Sean... I'll find out from Kari if I am free to listen in on some of the gasline update
tomorrow also, thanks!
Sean Parnell <sparnell@alaska.com> wrote:
Date: Thu, 01 Feb 2 007 20:15:54-0900
From: Sean Parnell < )Privileged or Personal
Subject: Gasline cont.
To: 'sarah' <spalin@mtaonline.net>
I looked at my calendar after sending you the last email and saw I have a teleconference
scheduled tomorrow with Joe Balash and Marty Rutherford on gasline issues. So, I should be
better informed on that front tomorrow.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 5:21 PM
To: Michael A Tibbies; Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Fwd: Board of Regents
fyi
for file?
Steve MacSwain <s.macswain@macswain.com> wrote:
From: "Steve MacSwain" <s.macswain@macswain.com>
To: <spalin@mtaonline.net>
Subject: Board of Regents
Date: Thu, 1 Feb 2007 17:12:34 -0900
Governor Palin,
Hopefully you have received and reviewed my Regent application (qualifications) by now. I would
like to add a few other facts regarding the residency issue. As noted in my qualifications, I am a
1969 graduate of the University of Alaska Fairbanks (while attending college I played basketball
for the Nanooks and was also the sports editor for the Polar Star newspaper my senior year).
After graduation I went to work as a real estate appraiser, built a home, and raised a family in
Fairbanks. My wife (Linda) who is also a University of Alaska graduate, taught at Main Junior
High School. Our son (Stevie) began his youth hockey there and our daughter (Stephanie) was
born in Fairbanks.
After my employer relocated their main office to Anchorage in the mid-1 970's, I continued to work
in Fairbanks. In the mid-1980's I was selected by the State of Alaska (DNR) as the Fairbanks
expert for a three (3) member valuation panel to analyze and value 1 ,000,000 acres involving
8,000 statewide parcels of Mental Health Trust Lands. Today, I continue to do work in Fairbanks.
Last fall, for example, my firm was contracted to appraise a large group of gas stations in
Fairbanks for an Alaska Native regional corporation.
As you know, my roots go deep in Alaska, but I wanted you to know more about me and my
Fairbanks history.
Respectively,
Steve MacSwain
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 1:37 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Mike Tibbies; Banks; Kevin R (DNR); Patrick S Galvin
Subject: Extension of Kenai LNG Facility export license
Governor,
As you are aware, ConocoPhillips & Marathon have jointly filed for a
2-year extension of the Kenai LNG facility's export license with the
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The current license ends March 2009
and this application would extend that license until March 2011. The
DOE process includes a 45-day public comment period and the companies
are asking that you provide a letter supporting their application to
extend the export license.
The DOE application process includes the requirement that the impacted
U.S. market can accommodate an export of gas, therefore the companies
filing will include a Reserves Study on Cook Inlet gas.
My assumption is that DNR will take the lead role in developing
information that will allow you to make an informed decision about what
you intend to say to DOE regarding this application. I have asked the
Division of Oil & Gas (DOG) to begin analyzing the Reserves Study as
soon as it is available, which I'm told will be in the near future. I
would recommend that this analysis form the basis of your comments to DOE.
The process I envision will look something like this:
1. DNR analyzes the companies Cook Inlet Reserves Study, which should
take approximately 30 days;
2. DNR provides our analysis to you along with our suggestions on how
this information might guide your comments to DOE;
3. You determine what you wish to say to DOE and direct DNR what you'd
like to convey in your letter;
4. DNR provides you with a draft letter;
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5. You finalize the letter and it is sent to DOE.
I provide all this in the hope that we can limit duplication of effort
between the Governor's Office and the agencies while ensuring your needs
are met. If this meets with your approval please advise.
Thanks ,
Marty
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Unknown
From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 3:36 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: Re: fere
Governor,
I completely agree with your comments. Also, for your info, Charles Fedullo, Joe Balash and I
have been coordinating a response to press inquiries on the FERC 3rd Report to -Congress on the
gas pipeline. Earlier this afternoon I spent about 15 minutes on the phone with Steve Quinn, AP,
on this issue and that discussion went very well.
I look forward to speaking with Wesley Loy as well.
Marty
Sarah Palin wrote:
ADN just called - Wesley Loy - asked about new FERC report that makes it sound
like we're slow on the gasline... I told him to talk to you but that we're AHEAD of
where Murk, was because he engaged in a futile effort... that we should have AGIA
in front of legislators in a couple of weeks - that we're not slow... that FERC
hopefully isn't intimating that Murk was going to get us a gasline out of his deal
because he wasn't.
Marty Rutherford <martv rutherford(q)dnr.state. ak. us> wrote:
Governor,
As you are aware, ConocoPhillips & Marathon have jointly filed for a
2-year extension of the Kenai LNG facility's export license with the
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The current license ends March 2009
and this application would extend that license until March 201 1 . The
DOE process includes a 45-day public comment period and the companies
are asking that you provide a letter supporting their application to
extend the export license.
The DOE application process includes the requirement that the impacted
U.S. market can accommodate an export of gas, therefore the companies
filing will include a Reserves Study on Cook Inlet gas.
My assumption is that DNR will take the lead role in developing
information that will allow you to make an informed decision about what
you intend to say to DOE regarding this application. I have asked the
Division of Oil & Gas (DOG) to begin analyzing the Reserves Study as
soon as it is available, which I'm told will be in the near future. I
would recommend that this analysis form the basis of your comments to
DOE.
The process I envision will look something like this:
1 . DNR analyzes the companies Cook Inlet Reserves Study, which should
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take approximately 30 days;
2. DNR provides our analysis to you along with our suggestions on how
this information might guide your comments to DOE;
3. You determine what you wish to say to DOE and direct DNR what you'd
like to convey in your letter;
4. DNR provides you with a draft letter;
5. You finalize the letter and it is sent to DOE.
I provide all this in the hope that we can limit duplication of effort
between the Governor's Office and the agencies while ensuring your needs
are met. If this meets with your approval please advise.
Thanks,
Marty
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Unknown
From: Sarah Paiin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 01 , 2007 5:44 PM
To: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
Subject: Re: [Fwd: Socked-in governor goes to school]
thanks so much!
Marty Rutherford <marty_rutherford@inr.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
I just want to tell you how special I think it is that you chose to read to the students while
you were weathered-over in Ketchikan. And, what a great choice it was versus meeting
with Exxon! This type of decision sends a powerful message to all Alaskans, about your
priorities and what ours should be.
Well done.
Marty R
Jan 31, 2:52 PM EST
Socked-in governor goes to school
By TOM MILLER
Ketchikan Daily News
KETCHIKAN, Alaska (AP) — Gov. Sarah Palin had planned to meet with Exxon
Tuesday in Juneau but instead found herself in Ketchikan, where she sought out an
invitation to read aloud to children at Houghtaling Elementary School.
She also answered first-graders' questions, danced with kindergartners and implored all
the children to read at home with their families.
Many air travelers became stranded due to weather conditions in Southeast Alaska in
recent days. Flight 66 overheaded Juneau Monday evening and also landed in
Ketchikan.
Palin recounted her hectic experiences while attempting to get to Juneau aboard a
Department of Public Safety twin-engine Beechcraft.
"We left Kodiak on Sunday," she said, "then to Anchorage (because) we couldn't get to
Hooper Bay on Monday; instead, spent it in Anchorage. Yesterday afternoon, we tried
to fly into Juneau. Circled around, couldn't do Sitka even; landed in Ketchikan, spent
the night, will try to do Juneau later.
"We stayed in Ketchikan last night, thinking that we were going to try early this
morning to get back to Juneau. But I had this meeting with Exxon this morning and I'm
like. 'Hmmm, Exxon? Or go to kindergarten classes in Ketchikan? What is more fun
and productive? It's going to kindergarten class.'
"And the very first school I called, they said: 'Sure, we'd love you to come read, or
anything.'"
The governor, who was accompanied by her 16- and 14-year-old daughters, stayed at
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The Landing Hotel Monday night, according to Alaska State Trooper Lt. Rodney Dial.
Her visit to Houghtaling began at 10 a.m. in teacher Kimberly Berg's first-grade
classroom. Along with Berg's students, Gretchen Klinger and Jennifer Simpson's first-
graders also joined the fun.
After reading several books by Alaska authors to the 48 students, Palin opened the floor
to questions.
To one first-grader, Palin explained the governor's job.
"A governor is elected by the voters in the state," she said, to help make decisions and
to provide money for schools and police departments and other things the state needs.
"Kind of a manager of the state," Palin said. "I'm the ninth governor of the state."
One student asked about Palin's clothing.
"Most governors in the past, they've all worn a suit and a tie," Palin said. "But every
governor in the past has been a man. So, for the first time, you're going to see a
governor wearing a dress. They can wear whatever they want, though."
Another child remarked: "The governor wears necklaces."
Palin responded: "This governor does. And bracelets, yes."
A little girl summed up: "The governor's wearing makeup and glasses and put up their
hair and they have earrings on and they wear skirts and boots."
"Good observation," Palin said, adding that there are nine women governors in the
United States of America, "and so other women governors probably do the same thing."
The first-graders were very interested in Palin's children.
The governor explained that she has a 17-year-old boy, and girls aged 16, 12 and 5.
The two older girls were in Ketchikan on Tuesday, Palin said, but the youngest was in
school, in kindergarten.
Regarding the 5 -year-old, a young student shouted out:
"She's going to be six."
"Yes," Palin said, "she's going to be six."
"I knew it!" the student shouted back.
One child asked whether Palin had a fish in her office.
"I wish we did," Palin replied. "You know, we don't even have a fish. I think we need
something to lighten up the place."
Palin also volunteered to read to the school's 39 students in its two kindergarten classes,
taught by Michelle Dyakanoff and Connie Wingren
In the kindergarten class. Palin read "Green Eggs and Ham" in fine Dr. Seuss style.
Then the whole class read aloud, with Palin. from the book. "Brown Bear. Brown Bear,
What do You See?" bv Bill Martin Jr.
Dyakanoff roused the children to stand up to perform the "Tootyta Dance" by author
Dr. Jean Feldman.
Palin joined in, going through the motions with the children and singing "Thumbs up,
elbows back, feet apart, knees together ... Ah tootyta, ah tootyta, ah tootytata!"
To both classes, as she departed, Palin thanked the teachers and children "for letting me
be here and letting me read to you, and promise me that you'll read a lot and you'll read
in your own homes at night with your family, 'cause that's the most fun thing to do in
the world."
She asked the kindergartners for a round of applause for their "amazing" teachers.
On her way out the door, Palin shook hands with school secretary Tami Daniels, who
had received Palin's call earlier in the morning, and said, "There's no place I'd rather
be."
"That was really special that she did that," Wingren said of Palin's visit to the school.
Shortly before noon, Palin gathered her pilot and Alaska State Trooper escort in the
hallway and departed the building.
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Palin departed Ketchikan International Airport for Juneau in the early afternoon.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday , February 01 , 2007 2:44 PM
To: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
Cc: Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: fere
ADN just called - Wesley Loy - asked about new FERC report that makes it sound like we're
slow on the gasline... I told him to talk to you but that we're AHEAD of where Murk, was
because he engaged in a futile effort... that we should have AGIA in front of legislators in a
couple of weeks - that we're not slow... that FERC hopefully isn't intimating that Murk was going
to get us a gasline out of his deal because he wasn't.
Marty Rutherford <marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.ug> wrote:
Governor,
As you are aware, ConocoPhillips & Marathon have jointly filed for a
2-year extension of the Kenai LNG facility's export license with the
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The current license ends March 2009
and this application would extend that license until March 201 1 . The
DOE process includes a 45-day public comment period and the companies
are asking that you provide a letter supporting their application to
extend the export license.
The DOE application process includes the requirement that the impacted
U.S. market can accommodate an export of gas, therefore the companies
filing will include a Reserves Study on Cook Inlet gas.
My assumption is that DNR will take the lead role in developing
information that will allow you to make an informed decision about what
you intend to say to DOE regarding this application. I have asked the
Division of Oil & Gas (DOG) to begin analyzing the Reserves Study as
soon as it is available, which I'm told will be in the near future. I
would recommend that this analysis form the basis of your comments to DOE.
The process I envision will look something like this:
1 . DNR analyzes the companies Cook Inlet Reserves Study, which should
take approximately 30 days;
2. DNR provides our analysis to you along with our suggestions on how
this information might guide your comments to DOE;
3. You determine what you wish to say to DOE and direct DNR what you'd
like to convey in your letter;
4. DNR provides you with a draft letter;
5. You finalize the letter and it is sent to DOE.
I provide all this in the hope that we can limit duplication of effort
between the Governor's Office and the agencies while ensuring your needs
are met If this meets with your approval please advise.
Thanks,
Marty
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Privilege please
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 01 , 2007 7:48 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A Tibbies; John W Bitney
Subject: UA
i have another person in mind for UA regent, so don't call
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com> wrote:
Date: Thu, 1 Feb 2007 08:26:26 -0800 (PST)
From: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: denby
To: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>,
John Bitney <john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us>,
Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us>
and Leo re: DOT hires
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com> wrote:
remind me to call denby today re: his hires at f & g
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From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 4:1 1 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FERC
Governor ,
I just got off the phone with Wesley Loy and I believe the discussion
went very well. We covered both the FERC report and the status on the AGIA.
Marty
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From: Meghan N Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 01 , 2007 3:01 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: Re: fere
Great message. I would not have guessed that Wesley would have asked
that question and I'm sorry to not have had further information in
front of you. Your answer is perfect and in line with our answers that
we gave late yesterday from a couple of reporters, including Sam
Bishop (Washington, DC-based Fairbanks Daily News Miner) . Also,
Commissioner Rutherford, if you talk to Wesley, John Katz suggested
this morning that we speak about the gasline in a more global sense -
how Alaska's secure domestic oil and gas supplies can help power the
nation. We're not just looking at helping ourselves. Thanks.
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
Date: Thursday, February l, 2007 2:44 pm
Subject: fere
To: Marty Rutherford <marty_rutherford@dnr. state. ak.us>
Cc: Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us >
> ADN just called - Wesley Loy - asked about new FERC report that
> makes it sound like we're slow on the gasline... I told him to
> talk to you but that we're AHEAD of where Murk, was because he
> engaged in a futile effort... that we should have AGIA in front of
> legislators in a couple of weeks - that we're not slow... that
> FERC hopefully isn't intimating that Murk was going to get us a
> gasline out of his deal because he wasn't.
>
> Marty Rutherford <marty_rutherford@dnr. state. ak.us> wrote: Governor,
> As you are aware, ConocoPhillips & Marathon have jointly filed for
> a
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> 2-year extension of the Kenai LNG facility's export license with
> the
> U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The current license ends March
> 2009
> and this application would extend that license until March 2011.
> The
> DOE process includes a 45-day public comment period and the
> companies
> are asking that you provide a letter supporting their application
> to
> extend the export license.
>
> The DOE application process includes the requirement that the
> impacted
> U.S. market can accommodate an export of gas, therefore the
> companies
> filing will include a Reserves Study on Cook Inlet gas.
>
> My assumption is that DNR will take the lead role in developing
> information that will allow you to make an informed decision about
> what
> you intend to say to DOE regarding this application. I have asked
> the
> Division of Oil & Gas (DOG) to begin analyzing the Reserves Study
> as
> soon as it is available, which I'm told will be in the near
> future. I
> would recommend that this analysis form the basis of your comments
> to DOE.
>
> The process I envision will look something like this:
> 1. DNR analyzes the companies Cook Inlet Reserves Study, which
> should
> take approximately 30 days;
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> 2 . DNR provides our analysis to you along with our suggestions on
> how
> this information might guide your comments to DOE;
> 3 . You determine what you wish to say to DOE and direct DNR what
> you'd
> like to convey in your letter;
> 4. DNR provides you with a draft letter,-
> 5. You finalize the letter and it is sent to DOE.
>
> I provide all this in the hope that we can limit duplication of
> effort
> between the Governor's Office and the agencies while ensuring your
> needs
> are met. If this meets with your approval please advise.
> Thanks,
> Marty
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 01 , 2007 7:04 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: Rossi for Commissioner - NO
FYI
From: John Spiegel [mailto:spiegel@gci.net]
Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 3:10 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Rossi for Commissioner - NO
Dear Mike,
I am writing in regards to Corey Rossi's interest in becoming Commissioner of Fish and Game. Even though I am
a long term Alaskan resident, trapper, sport fisherman and hunter I do not want to see Corey Rossi in this
position. I have worked with Rossi for 13 years for Wildlife Services and I left that position because of his
unethical behavior (conflict of interest and abuse of his position). I have found that while Rossi talks high
standards he does not hold himself to those standards. He is a very persuasive person, but part of that
persuasion includes deceit.
As far a being qualified for that position, there are many others who are far more qualified than he is. He does not
have a strong background (academic or practical) in wildlife management. Corey knows how to trap and he has
helped put together teams for USFWS and others for their management projects, but he has had little to do with
actual management decisions.
My main concern is his unethical behavior. I have little doubt that if he is appointed to this position he will become
an ethical embarrassment.
Thank you Jon Spiegel
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 01 , 2007 3:44 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: fere
From: Kris Perry [mailto:kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, December 18, 2006 12:22 PM
To: 'Mike Tibbies'
Subject: ADN Comment
November 14 th ADN:
Gov.-elect Sarah Palin said Monday that she will ask Somerville to resign if he's still on the board
after she's sworn in Dec. 4.
"I'd talk to Mr. Somerville and I would hear his side, because that's a fair thing to do, but
recognizing that this issue would cast a cloud over the work of the board, I'd counsel him to
voluntarily step aside," she said.
http://www.adn.com/news/alaska/story/8407543p-8302989c.html
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From: Walt Monegan [walt_monegan@dps.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 12:45 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon Leighow; Charles Fedullo; Danial R Spencer; Kim Peterson; Matt Leveque;
Russell T Kelly; Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Re: Fwd: Gov's Talking Points for AK Outdoor Council Annual Juneau Fund-raiser Banquet
Governor - In discussing this split with our DPS HR people, with the cooperation of your office and
that of the Dept. of Administration, we can have the new structure completed with some at least
acting positions in place by the first week in March . The person I had wanted to head this split is the
announced new DPS Deputy Commissioner John Glass, a retired Director of our "Brown Shirts;" and
he is expected to start here on Feb. 12th, and as he is a proponent of this restructure he will continue
and oversee this effort.
-Walt
Sarah Palin wrote:
Commissioner Monegan:
Where are we, timing-wise, on splitting trooper Brown and Blue Shirts? I want to
announce tonight at AOC dinner the status. So I'll need to hear your update asap today.
Thank you,
Sarah
Meghan N Stapleton <tneghan staoleton(8iaov.state.ak. us> wrote:
Here are the briefing points for tonight's speech as presented by
Nizich through Somerville.
Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2007 08:13:22 -0900
From: Lynn Castle <lvnn castle(aiaov.state.ak.us>
Subject: Gov's Talking Points for AK Outdoor Council Annual Juneau Fund-
raiser
Banquet
To: 'Meghan Stapleton' <meahan stapleton@aov.state.ak.us> .
sharon leiahow(_ i aov.state.ak.us
CC: 'Mike Nizich' <mike nizich@qov.state.ak.us> .
Sharon busch@aov.state.ak.us
Meghan,
Attached are the Governor's talking points for AK Outdoor
Council Annual Juneau Fund-raiser Banquet on Feb. 2.
Lynn Castle
Executive Secretary
Office of the Governor
907-465-3500
907-465-3532 fax
Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta.
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 5:36 PM
To: Kreitzer; Annette E (DOA); 'Emil Notti'; Schmidt; Joseph D (DOC);
roger_sampson@eed.state.ak.us; larry@hartig.com; Lloyd; Denby S (DFG); Jackson; Karleen K
(HSS); talis.colberg@law.state.ak.us; Campbell; Craig (MVA); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR);
Monegan; Walt C (DPS); Galvin; Patrick S (DOR); 'Karen Rehfeld'; lvscheben@uskh.com;
sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us; Kate; John W (GOV); 'John Bitney'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Mike Nizich';
'Meghan Stapleton'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); 'Charles Fedullo'; 'Anna Kim';
russ_kelly@gov.state.ak.us; lynne Smith'; 'Christopher Clark'; 'Joe Balash'
Cc: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us; 'Kari Spencer 1 ; kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us; 'Michelle Fabrello'
Subject: Governor's Email Address
Importance: High
Governor Sarah Palin's private email address is govpalintaqov.state.ak.us . Please do not share this
information. We are shutting down her personal email accounts (the yahoo and mta accounts, so
messages will not be received at those accounts after today). Thanks, Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 12:36 PM
To: Karleen K Jackson; Kim; Anna C (GOV)
Subject: Privilegi case
Commissioner Jackson:
Because I am committed to respond to as many req uests from the public as possible, I couldn't
keep ignoring the requests to contactlPrivileged orland let her know that I care about her issue
(her kids in OCS custody), I wanted to keep the conversation short but she did appreciate having
an ear to hear so she spent quite a bit of time explaining her situation. As was expressed to me by
another person, her story does sound like a horror story - though I know there are always two
sides to it.
She is very, very frustrated with "the system", and is very sad that it seems to her the intent of
OCS is to keep families apart, not bring them back together.
I assume you know the details of her case.
I trust that we're working to help her family - 1 don't believe she trusts that the state is working to
help.
Please let me know if and what the state can do to build the
system" is working to help them, not hurt them.
Thank you,
Sarah
Privileg< family's faith that "the
Don't be flakey. Get Yahoo! Mail for Mobile and
always stay connected to friends.
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From: S R Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, February 03, 2007 7:16 AM
To: Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Gasline Follow up
Governor,
Following our phone call yesterday related to gasline issues, Marty R.
asked me two questions, the first had to do with what the gasline team
(Rutherford, Anders, Balash, Galvin) can do to better involve you. I
suggested that she call your scheduler once a week, at minimum, to get
on your calendar and update you on progress and ask for direction.
Second, she said my role on the gasline was "less than clear" to her
given the discussion that was had related to the federal side. I told
her that what I took from the conversation was that you personally
wanted to take a stronger, leadership role on the federal side. Also,
even though I didn't say it, I really didn't know how to interpret
your silence to my discussion of what I thought my gasline role was
for you (advance work on the federal side) . I am reluctant to move,
however, without clear direction from you.
Please tell me what role you want me to play, if any. I will support
you and move forward in whatever way you want, but 1 do need some
clarity on it.
Regards,
Sean
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2007 4:06 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: RE: Support for Corey Rossi for ADF&G Commissioner
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
I did not get a chance to talk to your dad yesterday. With my scheduled meetings and other drop ins, the day
completely slipped away. Rather than calling today and interrupting the game, I thought I would wait and discuss
the option above with you and see if it is something you might want to pursue.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2007 3:50 PM
To: Michael A Nizich; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; John W Bitney
Subject: Fwd: RE: Support for Corey Rossi for ADF&G Commissioner
Tara Jottie <leaddog@acsalaska.net> wrote:
From: "Tara Jollie" <leaddog@acsalaska.net>
To: '"Gary Olson'" <golson@growmoremoose.org>
Subject: RE: Support for Corey Rossi for ADF&G Commissioner
Date: Sun, 4 Feb 2007 12:26:49 -0900
Thanks so much Gary!
My office is at 6th and K, suite 105, 269-8964; stop by anytime:) tj.
Original Message
From: Gary Olson [mailto:goIson@growmoremoose.org]
Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2007 10:52 AM
To: Tara Jollie
Subject: Re: Support for Corey Rossi for ADF&G Commissioner
Hello Tara,
I understand that Corey is being considered for Deputy Commissioner,
etc. so
we are thankful. We stand firmly behing the Governor in her pledge to
rebuild Alaska's moose populations. We know she does not need to read a
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memo of how bad of shape moose are in right now. Thanks for the email
and I
see that you are in a leadership position in your specialty. You have
definitely earned it and I hope you enjoy your position. Talk to you
soon,
Gary Olson
Original Message
From: "Tara Jollie"
To: "Gary Olson"
Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2007 7:54 AM
Subject: RE: Support for Corey Rossi for ADF&G Commissioner
> The F&G commissioner has just been named according to the news. Tj.
>
> — Original Message
> From: Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
> Sent: Saturday, February 03, 2007 1220TSM
> To: Gary Olson
> Subject: Re: Support for Corey Rossi for ADF&G Commissioner
>
> I just got home late tonight. Thank you for the info, I'll study it
in
> the morning, tj.
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> Hello Tara, (need your help ASAP!),
>
> It is coming down to the wire and we're trying to make sure we have as
> many fans in writing as are vocally sounding their support. I need
you
> =
> to produce a bunch of letters (sentences?) of support from your
network
> =
> (get 20 if you can! ! !). The CEO of Tyonek Native Corp. has produced a
> great support letter (read below) but we need to generate more. Email
> the letters to the following address because it is rumored that if you
> send them to Juneau, they are getting intercepted and the Governor is
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> not getting them, rossiforcommissioner@yahoo.com.
>
> Thanks for your help,
>
>Gary
>
>
>-=
>
>
> Tom's letter:
>
> To Those Who Choose Alaska Next Fish and Game Commissioner:
>
> Last week I heard a recently retired Alaska Fish and Game Biologist =
> estimate that Alaska's moose population may have fallen to just over =
> 100,000 animals. What an inheritance for our new Governor. When we =
> remember that Governor Hickel's turned over 265,000 moose to his =
> successor, one can only weep for what we have lost.
>
> What was more discouraging was to hear agency personnel bemoan that =
> Alaska Department of Fish and Game has long lost the capacity with any
> measure of verifiable accountability to even estimate what moose are =
> left and where.
>
> When one understands that this moose crash has happened not just in
the
> =
> Upper Kuskokwim, not just in Bristol Bay, but also occurred in Denali
> National Park, the Kenai Wildlife Moose Refuge and other "moose safe =
> zones", one can only despair to hear that another over ambitious ADF&G
> fellow has authorized another ill conceived calf and cow hunt for
moose
> =
> migrating away from last summers fire zones. One has to ask, just
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> they expect to migrate back, once the new growth returns. How can we
> trust those who know nothing but this is the way we've always done it?
>
> Now we have to trust in you to come to some realization that for the =
> last 25 years we've been going the wrong way. How else do you explain
> that 35 years ago we led the nation in wildlife resources and today we
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> rank 49th? If you don't believe this drive to the Canadian border and
> count. Then drive to the Montana border and count and count and
count.
> =
> Now drive to Alabama and count and count and count and weep for what
we
> =
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>
> Those who believe that "Nobody does it better" unfortunately truly
know
> =
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>
> Alaska deserve better than business as usual. Stop cutting the
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> more of its moose population than Alaska. Say it again. No place on =
> Earth has lost more of its moose population than Alaska. And it is =
> happening on our watch. =20
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> For Alaska's sake, choose new management. Choose someone who knows
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> =
> to grow Alaska wildlife resources and has the courage to turn Alaska =
> around. Please consider Corey Rossi. He can help grow Alaska's
wildlife
> =
> resource. We elected the right Governor. It's time to give her the =
> right team to get the job done. No more excuses, or the next
endangered
> =
> species is the largest deer on the planet; Alaska's Moose.
>
>
> Tom Harris
>
> P.O. Box 110057
>
> Anchorage, Alaska 995 1 1 -0057
>
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2007 4:58 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: Air National Guard Mobilization
FYI - In case you have not seen this email.
MT
Original Message
From: Campbell, Craig AK TAG NGAK [mailto:craig.campbell2@us.army.mil]
Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 8:23 AM
To: Mike Nizich; Michael Tibbies; Mike Tibbies
Cc: Scott Timothy BrigGen ANG-AKE1EL; SCOTT, TIMOTHY, BG, HQ AKANG, 428-6075; Cramer, John
DAS
Subject: Air National Guard Mobilization
Mike:
We have received notice that the 168th Air Refueling Wing (Eielson AFB)
security police unit is being involuntarily mobilized for a one year tour in
Central Command starting this June. It will include approximately 35 of our
cops. Location is classified. Please advise Governor Palin of this
involuntary mobilization order.
Maj Gen Campbell
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2007 5:40 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: FBIC
Just as a follow up. I did talk to the Lt. Governor about FBIC. He is the Co-Chair with Scott Merriner (his chief of
staffs brother). The funding appears to be in the Department of H&SS. I requested he look at the structure and
make a recommendation. Ultimately, he could become the single chair or we could look at an executive order to
move the responsibility to the Lt. Gov's office. I will pass along updates as I receive them.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 11:39 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FBIC
let's make sure Sean knows the Lt. Gov's office will once again be in charge of FBIC issues.
remind me to let him know of this.
thanks!
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 12:52 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); charles_fedullo@gov.state.ak.us; Tibbies;
Michael A (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: kenai
I was careful in my words re: Kenai flooding,, making sure people knew my belief that it's government's
role to get in there and repair public infrastructure damage... our role in the private property damages is
to make sure government doesn't get in the way of permitting the private property owners rebuild efforts.
Hopefully the Kenai reporter (though his headline was misleading) understood what my opinion is on this.
The headline made it sound like I stated blind support for government rebuilding private amenities like
docks, staircases, etc.
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From: Sarah Palin fgov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 2: 1 9 PM
To: 'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'; Bruce F. Anders
Cc: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR)
Subject: agia op ed
meg - pis. add one paragraph/sentence to wrap up the agia piece before it goes out - the sentence
should be one of hope and positive/confidence that we're ready to go with agia because ifs really
are only hope to get us on the right course.
and then submit today to publications - it's ready to go
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Get your game face on with the latest PS3 news and previews at Yahoo! Games.
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpaiin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 12:37 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); charles_fedullo@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Governor Palin Appoints Successor to Lieutenant Governor
Sounds good - hope it can go out today.
Original Message
From: Meghan N Stapleton [mailto:meghan__stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 11:51 AM
To: govpalin@gov. state. ak. us; mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us
Cc : sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ; charles_f edulloOgov . state . ak . us ;
meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: Governor Palin Appoints Successor to Lieutenant Governor
Please review and provide feedback. Once that happens, I will forward
to the Attorney General and Mark Morones for a final look.
Thank you,
Meghan
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From: Ivy Frye flvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.usJ
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 7:21 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Joey
SP,
Just got a call from Joey. He's so excited about his new job. He's taking his family to Hawaii this week and said
he's going to have trouble enjoying it b/c he's ready to get to work.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 12:18 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon Leighow
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Kris Perry
Subject: Chris Hayes
Meg and Sharon,
I wanted to give you a heads up that Governor Palin is going to remove Chris Hayes from the Alaska Workforce
Investment Board and request that she step down from her seat on the Human Rights Commission. Please see
the attached memo which explains more. I'm at 465-3969 if you need more information.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_firye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 10:04 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: FW: Governor has authority to do right thing
Governor,
Sending this as an FYI. Mike had a co nvejrsatiOT^wjthTalis this morning and
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material F
From: Kristie Babcock [mailto:kristie.babcock.lo2w@statefarm.com]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 9:09 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Kristie Babcock
Subject: Governor has authority to do right thing
Hello Mike. Ivy Here's a summary of my thoughts on the issue
February 5, 2007
Governor has authority to do right thing
Governor Palin has the authority to appoint and remove members of the University Board of Regents. While the
Governor's removal authority should only be exercised with caution, the law is clear that there are no specific
removal provisions that restrict her authority to replace a Regent. If ever there were a time for the Governor to
exercise that appointment authority, the time is now r- when there is a sitting regent who misused and touted the
official University seal for private purposes, arid who is also clouded with a 92-count indictment including misuse
of public money. The public expects Governor Palin to follow through on her pledge to have only honest, ethical
Alaskans on the state's boards. In this case, the Attorney' General's opinion that says the Governor does not
have the authority to replace a sitting Regent - appears to be only that - an opinion. And unfortunately for the
public counting op the Governor to do the right thing/the AG's opinion isn't backed up by the statutes relating the
Regent appointments, nor is it backed up the Alaska Constitutional references related to University Regent
appointments. 'And, even if the Governor were restricted by (a non-existent) statute or Constitutional provision
saying she could only remove the member for cause, wouldn't you agree that a sitting University Regent applying
for a federal grant for his private church or organization and putting the Official University seal on that letterhead
might be construed as a misuse of that seal, arid a misuse of that Regent's position for gain? Sounds like cause
to me. Either way one looks at it, Governor Palin has the authority to do the right thing.
Kristie (Leaf) Babcock
Former Director of Boards and Commissions under Governors Walter J. Hickel and Frank Murkowski
8/27/2009
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 6:21 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: FW: Longevity Bonus Reapplications Bill Gets First Hearing
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 5:53 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: FW: Longevity Bonus Reapplications Bill Gets First Hearing
fine that he's doing a lot of the work for us!
that's the way i look at this - and that we dont have pride in authorship.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
FYI. You've got Wielechowski behind you on this one, too. He's written all separate bills based on each
of yours - business fees, tire taxes, and longevity bonus.
From: Jeff Turner [mailto:Jeff_Turner@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 5:37 PM
Subject: Longevity Bonus Reapplications Bill Gets First Hearing
For Immediate Release: February 5, 2007
Senator Bill Wielechowski
Longevity Bonus Reapplications Bill Gets First
Hearing
(JUNEAU) - Legislation to reinstate the Alaska Longevity Bonus Program will have its first
hearing in the Senate Health, Education & Social Services Committee on Wednesday, February
7 th in Juneau.
Senate Bill 40 is sponsored by Sen. Bill Wielechowski (D - Anchorage).
"The longevity bonus was a promise made by the state to its pioneers," said Wielechowski. "It's
only fair we reinstate a program that helps seniors pay for essentials like health care and sky-
high home heating bills."
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The legislation limits the program to seniors who qualified for the bonus before it was
eliminated. The seniors must remain residents of the state to participate in the program.
WHO: Senate Health, Education & Social Service Committee
WHAT: Longevity Bonus Reapplications (SB 40)
WHEN: Wednesday, February 7, 2007 @ 1 :30 p.m.
WHERE: Capitol Building, Butrovich Room (# 205)
###
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 8:37 AM
To: 'Meghan N Stapleton'; Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Bruce F. Anders; Galvin; Patrick S (DOR); Baiash;
Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); 'Charles B Fedullo'; "Sean Parnell'
Subject: AGIA op ed published?
Meg/Bruce:
Did my AGIA op ed go out last night? Has anyone let you know when it would be published?
Bruce - in answer to your question about pr strategy on AGIA, please coordinate with Meg and
her team and keep me in the loop on progress.
The more information the better - and the sooner the better - the Legislators and many in the
public are really thristing for more information. And some are getting quite impatient, no fault of
anyone's... it's just human nature to want more information, and I agree with them that the
gasline is the most important work we're engaged in right now - they want to know of the
project's progress ASAP.
thanks!
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with the Yahoo! Search movie showtime shortcut.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 7:41 AM
To: Kari L Spencer, Meghan N Stapleton; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; John Bitney
Cc: Sharon Leighow; Russ Kelly; Charles B Fedullo
Subject: DOT Transistion Report
The DOT article this morning in Juneau Empire is a must read for our new DOT folks. The
Transition Report captured much of the reality in DOT today. The earmarked projects that are
causing such consternation have confused and frustrated DOT personnel, as well as many of us
in the public.
Kari - would you please make sure Leo V. gets a copy of that article, plus the Transition Report.
Please get him this email also, I don't have his personal address. You'll have to call him to
forward it.
(It's a report like that that I don't believe we should have kept from the press/public for weeks - it
helps explain the actions I've taken like canceling the Pioneer Rd. contract, replacing Robin
Taylor, examining the purchase of material for other projects, etc. It does more harm than good
to keep reports like that under wraps... and I still have to be convinced it's an appropriate thing to
do - not releasing as much info, as possible to the public.)
thanks!
Get your own web address.
Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 3:15 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Meeting tomorrow morning
Governor,
I scheduled a 15 minute meeting with you in the morning (9:00-9:15) to go over my final recommendations
on 7 of the 44 boards. Mike and I met this morning and came up with a list of names and final decisions on who
should be re-appointed. We'll get these confirmations knocked out in a couple of short meetings so you can get
back to focusing on the gasline. Again, the statutory deadline is Wednesday, Feb 14 by 4:30.
Thank you for your time! I do appreciate how accessible you are— I know you're extremely busy!
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 3:15 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Meeting tomorrow morning
Governor,
I scheduled a 15 minute meeting with you in the morning (9:00-9:15) to go over my final recommendations
on 7 of the 44 boards. Mike and I met this morning and came up with a list of names and final decisions on who
should be re-appointed. We'll get these confirmations knocked out in a couple of short meetings so you can get
back to focusing on the gasline. Again, the statutory deadline is Wednesday, Feb 14 by 4:30.
Thank you for your time! I do appreciate how accessible you are — I know you're extremely busy!
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 10:56 AM
To: 'Lynrte Smith'
Cc: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Post Seconday Education
Lynne,
Jim Hayes is the Regents designee to the Board of Post Secondary Education. In light of the current situation, I
believe the Board of Regents will be selecting a different nominee. Do you want me to follow up?
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 10:33 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: boards info
You have 121 boards, in 104 cities, with a total of 1096 members. Interesting.
I pulled up the info for the Close Up kids that are in town today.
Plugged through a lot of the Leg. Conf. list with Mike today and now I'm in the process of putting a short list
together of people we think we are ready to vet through you. I think we should do about 10 a day until next
Wednesday, Feb 14, which is the absolute deadline for turning in the Leg. Conf list.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/31/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 1 0:56 AM
To: 'Lynne Smith"
Cc: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Post Seconday Education
Lynne,
Jim Hayes is the Regents designee to the Board of Post Secondary Education. In light of the current situation, I
believe the Board of Regents will be selecting a different nominee. Do you want me to follow up?
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 9:46 PM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Mason; Janice L (GOV); Martha M Fischbach
Subject: RE: Flint Hills meeting tomorrow
Thanks so much Joel
From: Joe Balash [mailto:joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 7:50 PM
To: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: 'Kari Spencer'; 'Janice Mason"; 'Martha Fischbach'
Subject: Flint Hills meeting tomorrow
Governor:
I know this is late— I apologize. Hopefully, you will check your email this evening and take a look at these
memos prior to our meeting tomorrow morning at 10:30.
Joe
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 9:48 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; tibbles@alaska.net; Michael A Nizich
Subject: Fwd: Not sure what is getting to you. Corey
Corey Rossi <adcman@alaska.com> wrote:
Date: Wed, 07 Feb 2007 10:59:02 -0900
From: Corey Rossi <adcman@alaska.com>
Subject: Not sure what is getting to you. Corey
To: SPalin@mtaonline.net
Dear Governor Palin
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to attempt to make contact with me.
In answer to your request, yes, I am very interested in becoming part of "the team".
Please find attached a draft position description that represents my understanding of
what I think it is you would like to see in the Deputy position. Please review and modify
as you see fit.
Having said this, please allow me to qualify my interest by clarifying a few points.
1 . Thousands of Alaskan's (including me) are still very excited about your promise to
return ADFG management to its constitutional foundation - managing for maximum
sustained yield, to the benefit of all Alaskans.
2. Having now spent a couple of months promoting your abundance management agenda
throughout the state, I am more aware than ever that the collective belief in your
abundance campaign promise represents the very core of your sportsman support base.
3. As I shared with Nizich last Thursday, if you intend to hire and delegate the
appropriate authority to me as an agent of change for the better (within ADFG), I will
give you everything I've got to accomplish your agenda. As I've said before, I strongly
believe in you and your vision.
4. Make no mistake; the "anti-abundance agenda" is alive and well within ADFG. I have
no doubt we will meet some measure of resistance in trying to "grow" more fish and
game. In many of today's wildlife management circles, the unspoken rule is to use a
"custodial" management approach (the nature's balance approach). This makes less work
for the managers (fewer animals to count, fewer battles with those of opposing
viewpoints, etc.), and sets the stage for a variety of crises (e.g., population crashes,
allocation battles, etc.), which then become the basis for requests for increased
Department funding to "fix" the problem.
5. 1 will be the first to admit that the numerous and diverse commercial fisheries issues
would have been a serious distraction to my fulfilling your abundance agenda. I only ran
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for the top slot in an effort to guarantee that adequate human and material resources would be
dedicated to your abundance agenda. If such assurances can be realized through other
mechanisms, I am very interested in pursuing this effort.
In closing, I again thank you for the invite. I look forward to the opportunity to be a productive
member of your team. When you can set a brief amount of time aside, I would like to discuss
these things with you personally. However, I know your time is in very short supply. Please let
me know when, where, and how much time we have, and I will prepare accordingly. In the
interim, I am providing everything in writing to allow you to review the material on your own
schedule.
Respectfully,
Corey Rossi
adcman@alaska.com
(907) 355-2473 cell
(907) 746-6387 home
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Unknown
From: Denby Lloyd [denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 9:32 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;sharonJeighow@gov.state.ak.us;
charles_fedullo@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: mcNeil river bears
Thank you Governor.
The department will be approaching the upcoming meeting of the Board of Game in support of the
proposals to continue to keep the area around Douglas Head closed to hunting, so that these "McNeil-
bears will not be hunted there.
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 9:23 AM
To: denby Jloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;charles_fedullo@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: mcNeil river bears
Don't know where the issue is, or came from on the McNeil bears... but my position hasn't
changed since i was last asked about it - i don't support a hunt that would kill the mcneil bears
that eventually end up in the sanctuary.
there are other places to hunt, and i say this as a hunter..
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 5:43 PM
To: 'Michael Tibbies'; gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: back at 7
If either of you are looking for me I stepped out for dinner. I'm on my cell if you need me.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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From: Lt Governor Sean Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2007 8:52 AM
To: Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored)
Cc: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Patrick S Galvin
Subject: T/C with Lisa Murkowski
Governor,
After leaving the Cabinet lunch yesterday I spoke with Sen. Lisa Murkowski, and wanted to share the
highlights.
On the political environment in Congress at this point:
1 . The prevailing view in Congress is that the federal government already gave at the counter for
the Alaska pipeline (accelerated depreciation, etc.) and they want to know what the state is going
to do— what "skin in the game" will we have. (She's willing to work with us to help with any
"asks" we might have — this was merely her comment on the prevailing thinking at this point in
DC.) She pointed out that individual senators are trying to get subsidies/help for the energy
industries in their states and unless the message is managed well they can stop progress on
anything Alaska might want where they can say the federal government is already "in" on the
gas pipeline. For example, Sen. Domenici is trying to get help with nuclear power, the Wyoming
delegation is trying to get help with coal.
2. Because the gas pipeline hasn't been in the news in DC there are questions about how
aggressively we're pursuing a pipeline. In my words, it seems to be the "out of sight, out of
mind, nothing must be happening" perception. Again, Lisa knows we're pushing it — this was
her comment on prevailing DC political environment. The DOE Secretary also verbally
expressed this perception in the Energy Committee yesterday in response to some of Lisa's
questions regarding funding for Drue's office.
3. Lisa's message has been, "new governor, new administration, new ideas, give them a chance
to act..."
On who you should meet with while you are in DC, Lisa suggested the following:
1 . FERC/Kelleher, in particular.
2. DOE Secretary to update him.
3 . Congressional delegation (she offered that they could all meet together with you to
save time)
4. American Gas Association (David Parker)
On messaging, Lisa suggested,
1 . You are aggressively pursuing a gas pipeline
2. The state's willing to participate and here's how (name pieces)
3. Talk about this being in the national interest (affordable, reliable energy — I would add
"clean")
4. We're making it happen, we're doing it right
One warning from Lisa: She encouraged us not to seek out Democrats in Congress yet on
this — she thinks it's premature until we know exactly what we're asking.
That's it for now.
Sean
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2007 3:45 PM
To: Walt Monegan; Sarah Palin
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; Charles Fedullo
Subject: RE: Guns
The request was from Michael Dukes, 378-8499, and he wanted to discuss two things with the Governor: a. radio
show, and b. forms for firearms.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Walt Monegan [mailto:walt_monegan@dps.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2007 9:37 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Kari Spencer; meghan_stapfeton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; Charles Fedullo
Subject: Re: Guns
We won't, and I have asked of my commanders in Fairbanks the name and number to this talk show host
so that I can call to nip this in the bud, otherwise I fear we could each be responding to numerous
individual complaints. I have already answered two, so I ask that anyone of you so beset with these and
future similar concerns, please forward them to me for my response.
-Walt
Sarah Palin wrote:
we sure don't want to make it more strict...
Walt Monegan <walt_moneean(S)dps.state.ak. us> wrote:
My apologies, this may be my fault. About two weeks ago, I had asked how AST dealt with weapon permits and was told
that commanders did computer checks on applicants and if finding nothing prohibiting the request, these permits were
signed. This was very different from what APD did in that at APD actually did background checks before the Chief
approved or disapproved these requests, so I wanted to see the written procedure that AST worked under. I have since read
that memo and advised that we continue that process, though I may want to examine this with our directors and legal in the
future. If and when we do, I will alert all before any changes are made.
Sorry.
Walt
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin < govpalin<g>.yahoo.corn>
To: Kari Spencer; Walt Monegan; Meghan N Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@.gov.state.ak,us>
CC: Sharon Leighow <sharonJeighowfgignv.state.ak.us> : Charles Fedullo
Sent: Wed Feb 07 22:38:50 2007
Subject: Guns
Hi Kari - did you find out what that Fairbanks radio fellow wanted? Mr. Dukes - 1 believe his name is - and he's got the
conservative talk show that's quite popular up there.
You'd mentioned it was something about permits and guns... if it was about additional permits needed for gun owners, then
I'm against it. But let me know the details of his inquiry when you find out. Maybe one of our media gurus can help him.
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Mr. Dukes knows I'm a life-time member of the NRA and against any more government gun control... wonder what he was
talking about?
thanks!
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 2:52 PM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: FW: Legislative Confirmation Press Release
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 2:48 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'; 'Michael Tibbies'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow 1 ; 'Meghan N Stapleton'; 'joesph_balash@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: RE: Legislative Confirmation Press Release
Run the names by Tibbies and a few others first - including perhaps Balash? These guys know where the
landmines might be, then work with Meg on getting the names out.
Remember - it's important to nip in the bud any criticism we'd get with so many Valley and Kenai names
- obviously there was no regional balance in the past - areas outside of Anch. (and Juneau?) were poorly
represented on these boards, previously. We want ALL ALASKANS represented. . .
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 2:29 PM
To: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us; 'Michael Tibbies'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Meghan N Stapleton'
Subject: Legislative Confirmation Press Release
Governor Palin and Mike,
Do you want to do one general press release with all of the appointments requiring legislative
confirmation or separate press releases for some of the more high profile boards such as Judicial
Council?
I can start passing on any information for some of the confirmed appointments to the press office if press
release(s) are going out.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 10:08 AM
To: Craig AK TAG NGAK Campbell
Cc: John Kate; Kari L Spencer
Subject: RE: Iraq
Thank you.
"Campbell, Craig AK TAG NGAK" <craig.can^bell2@us.army.mit> wrote:
Governor:
Your name has been forwarded to the White House with a request that you be
invited to visit our troops at the earliest opportunity. John Katz has been
in contact with the POC and between he and/or I, we will let you know as soon
as a date has been selected. They are very excited about your interest and I
am confident that you will get an invitation in the near future.
Craig
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2007 9:06 PM
To: Kari L Spencer; Campbell, Craig AK TAG NGAK;
craig_campbell@drnva.state.ak.us
Subject: Iraq
Hi Commissioner:
Just letting you know I'd still love to honor our troops with a visit
overseas whenever it is apporpriate and convenient to make the journey.
It was good to get to chat with you this week in Juneau.
Keep up the good work, thanks for everything.
Sarah
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 4:02 PM
To: pencc@alaska.net
Subject: RE: General_Administration
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMailogov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 11:10 AM
To -. governor@gov . state . ak . us
Sub j ect : General_Administration
Web mail from- Mr. Pastor JD Duncan
address: P. O. Box 646 Soldotna AK 99669
MESSAGE:
Kerry
I had the opportunity to meet our First Gentleman, Todd Palin Saturday Night at the
Governor ' s Gala on
the Kenai. I invited him to speak at our Sportsmans Banquet 6:30 PM on April 20th. He
recommended e-
mailing the Gov. office with this request.
Our Banquet is an annual event that involves different speakers addressing outdoor Alaska
activities.
Some of the past speakers include Ted Spraker, Lt. Gov. Loren Leman, Gene Moe, Johnny
McCoy, Mark Tudor,
Dale Anderson and others. They all had a story to tell about there outdoor activities. I
would be very
interested in hosting our First Gentleman to speak about the Irondog race. We try to give
our speaker
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30-40 mins. Part of the purpose of this banquet is to auction of fishing trips raising
money for our
Church mission trips to Mongolia and cover all of our speakers expenses. We have been
involved in
supporting orphanages and building Mongolian churches with the proceeds for eight years.
Attendence is between 80-100 men all arriving in 4wd pickups.
Thank you for taking the time to consider this request.
Pastor JD Duncan
Peninsula Christian Center (A/G)
Soldotna, AK.
1-907-262-7416
pencc@alaska . net
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 3: 1 PM
To: Sarah Palin; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: time for gasline
Okay Governor! We'll stick to the priorities! Budget, Gasline, Legislature.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 7:27 AM
To: kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: time for gasline
Kari & Tib - pis. remind those folks that I MUST loosen up-some hours in the day so I can concentrate
on gasline issues... I am sure people will understand that these packed schedules everyday have to have
some "give" in them in order for me to start responding to gasline inquiries. There are too few hours in
the day - and night - to continue the packed schedule that has not included enough gasline discussions
on my part. Surely people will understand that gasline must be my priority at this time because there's a
great deal of concern in the legislature that we haven't buckled down on that issue. (Those concerned are
basing everything on erroneous assumptions, but the problem these assumputions cause are growing and
must be addressed.)
Thanks!
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 1 0:45 AM
To: Kreitzer, Annette E (DOA); 'Emil Notti'; Schmidt; Joseph D (DOC);
roger_sampson@eed.state.ak.us; Lloyd; Denby S (DFG); 'Jackson; Karleen';
talis.colberg@law.state.ak.us; Campbell; Craig (MVA); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Monegan; Walt
C (DPS); Galvin; Patrick S (DOR); Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us; Katz; John
W(GOV); 'John Bitney'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Mike Nizich'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; Leighow; Sharon W
(GOV); Kim; Anna C (GOV); russ_kelly@gov.state.ak.us; 'Lynne Smith'; 'Christopher Clark'; 'Joe
Balash'; Frye; Ivy J (GOV); HartigT Lawrence L (DEC); leo_vonscheben@dot.state.ak.us
Cc: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us; kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us; 'Michelle Fabrello'
Subject: Governor Sarah Palin's Email Addresses-CONFIDENTIAL
Commissioners and Staff Assistants: If you need to send a private or confidential email to the Governor, on non-
state email, please use gov.sarah(a>.yahoo.com . For state business of any kind, please use
govpalin@.gov.state.ak.us . We really want to use the aovpalin@aov.state.ak. us if possible. All other accounts for
the governor have been closed, so please don't use them-please remove them from your email contact lists!
Please do not share these email addresses with anyone, they are just for the Cabinet to use. Thank you.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 5:36 PM
To: Kreitzer, Annette E (DOA); 'Emil Notti"; Schmidt, Joseph D (DOC); roger_sampson@eed.state.ak.us;
larry@hartig.com; Uoyd, Denby S (DFG); 'Jackson, Karleen'; talis.colberg@law.state.ak.us; 'Campbell, Craig AK
TAG NGAK'; Rutherford, Martha K (DNR); Monegan, Walt C (DPS); Galvin, Patrick S (DOR); 'Karen Rehfeld';
lvscheben@uskh.com; sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us; 'John Katz'; 'John Bitney'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Mike Nizich';
'Meghan Stapleton'; Leighow, Sharon W (GOV); 'Charles Fedullo'; 'Anna Kim'; russ_kelly@gov.state.ak.us; lynne
Smith'; 'Christopher Clark'; 'Joe Balash'
Cc: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us; 'Kari Spencer'; kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us; 'Michelle Fabrello'
Subject: Governor's Email Address
Importance: High
Governor Sarah Palin's private email address is govpalin@gov.state.ak.us . Please do not share this information.
We are shutting down her personal email accounts (the yahoo and mta accounts, so messages will not be
received at those accounts after today). Thanks, Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 4:34 PM
To: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject:
Privileged or Perso
Governor,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Back to the drawing board onT'sycTJblogistsTThave
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
calls in to Kris and Frank and some of my regional people.
I'll go over the names we talked about this morning with Mike over the weekend. I'll have the last round of boards
to go over with you next week (6 labor boards and a few occ. licensing boards) and then we're done with
leg islative confirmations ... for a while : )
Have a good weekend. Call if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.comj
Sent: Saturday, February 1 0, 2007 3:28 PM
I o: Fry©; Ivy J (GOV); govpalin@yahoo.com
Subject: Ed board
Hi iv- pis ell wes keller re; names he has for ed board and other boards. He's a
supporter, finally . Thanks iv.
Sarah Palin
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From: PARNELL, S (GOV sponsored) [/0=SOA/OU=FIRST ADMINISTRATIVE
GROUP/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=SRPARNELL1]
Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 8: 1 9 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Quick Notes
1. 1 had several women approach me at church last night and ask me to communicate their thanks for you doing
the video for the ChangePoint Refresher. They were in the audience during the Refresher and appreciated your
personal, encouraging words.
2. The Ear today reported on Halcro's brother in law at BP. That didn't come from me or anyone that I know of-
though I'm not too sad ifs out there.
Hope you guys have a good IronDog start and a safe trip!
Sean
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 7:12 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Re: Happy birthday!
Thank you IV!!!
And I PROMISE tomorrow we do the Bds/Commissions... many, many, many of them.
Thanks for your patience!
Ivy Frye <ivy^frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
| And good luck to todd.
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 1 2, 2007 1 1 :07 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: boards
privileged or Personal Material Redacted
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 9:41 AM
To: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: boards
Governor Palin,
I have the last round of recommendations for you to review. I have a meeting with Mike at 2:30 today and
then we'll stop in to see you if you're available. I'm down here any time between now and then if you
need anything.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 9:22 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Governor's House Plaque
ETI - Linda tracked down the information you requested regarding the Governor's
House Plaque.
Mike
Mike,
The total cost for the plaque recently installed at the Governor's House at
Governor Murkowski's request is $5,800.00
The breakdown is a follows :
bronze plaque $ 588.00
shipping $ 125.00
plaque mount/base $1,887.00
installation $3,200.00
Let me know if you need additional info.
Linda
8/26/2009
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 9:06 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: blogs
Denby is coming in tomorrow to talk about department staff. He has made a recommendation for a deputy but I need to
talk to him about what I have heard in regard to the individual's personality. We should have a collective
recommendation very soon. I will also find out in the morning what AOC decided to do regarding recommending Kelly
Hepler.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 7:06 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us;
denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us
Subject: blogs
Meg-
Shoot. I made the mistake of looking at the ADN blog to find out about today's "Sarah Palin the Blogger"
issue... I knew I shouldn't have looked through it!
The first entry I looked at was a slam of you or your answer to the blog issue. The rant sounded familiar - like
someone we may know. It was ridiculous and offensive.
The other entry I looked at was a question about my ethics... it said I was trying to get my
"Dad's best friend the deputy job at F & G". (Obviously referring to the Mat-Su guy, Corey Rossi, whom a lot
of game guys were lobbying for - my dad passed on a few comments from guys he was hearing from that were
favorable to Corey.) I just called my dad, he confirmed that 1 .) Corey Rossi is not his best friend 2.) he's not
lobbying for anything for Corey, he was passing on comments from Alaskans who wanted to make sure I heard
their input 3.) he would never try to sway me to hire anyone 4.) he knows I'm not micromanaging Denby and
the choice of Denby's teammembers is in Denby's hands.
It was another offensive blog entry.
And it sure leaves me puzzled as to the rumors that are able to spread like wildfire. Kind of makes my stomach
turn over.
Looking at that blog was also my reminder to NOT waste my time and energy peeking at it to find out what's
on readers' minds.
Tibbies - where is Denby on putting together his F & G team? Until he gets his deputy(ies) in there, we'll keep
hearing controversy re: who's doing what.
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 9:06 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: blogs
Denby is coming in tomorrow to talk about department staff. He has made a recommendation for a deputy but I need to
talk to him about what I have heard in regard to the individual's personality. We should have a collective
recommendation very soon. I will also find out in the morning what AOC decided to do regarding recommending Kelly
Hepler.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 7:06 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; mikejtibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us;
denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us
Subject: blogs
Meg-
Shoot. I made the mistake of looking at the ADN blog to find out about today's "Sarah Palin the Blogger"
issue... I knew I shouldn't have looked through it!
The first entry I looked at was a slam of you or your answer to the blog issue. The rant sounded familiar - like
someone we may know. It was ridiculous and offensive.
The other entry I looked at was a question about my ethics... it said I was trying to get my
"Dad's best friend the deputy job at F & G". (Obviously referring to the Mat-Su guy, Corey Rossi, whom a lot
of game guys were lobbying for - my dad passed on a few comments from guys he was hearing from that were
favorable to Corey.) I just called my dad, he confirmed that 1 .) Corey Rossi is not his best friend 2.) he's not
lobbying for anything for Corey, he was passing on comments from Alaskans who wanted to make sure I heard
their input 3.) he would never try to sway me to hire anyone 4.) he knows I'm not micromanaging Denby and
the choice of Denby's teammembers is in Denby's hands.
It was another offensive blog entry.
And it sure leaves me puzzled as to the rumors that are able to spread like wildfire. Kind of makes my stomach
turn over.
Looking at that blog was also my reminder to NOT waste my time and energy peeking at it to find out what's
on readers' minds.
Tibbies - where is Denby on putting together his F & G team? Until he gets his deputy(ies) in there, we'll keep
hearing controversy re: who's doing what.
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8/26/2009
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 8:18 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us;
denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: blogs
I looked last night, too. It's the same 10 people over and over again, including Ridle. I love how they
suggested that one of my press people could do a blog. Obviously, they think we're still part of the
Murkowski admin and have 8 wandering around, instead of the two right now.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 7:06 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us;
denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us
Subject: blogs
Meg-
Shoot. I made the mistake of looking at the ADN blog to find out about today's "Sarah Palin the
Blogger" issue... I knew I shouldn't have looked through it!
The first entry I looked at was a slam of you or your answer to the blog issue. The rant sounded
familiar - like someone we may know. It was ridiculous and offensive.
The other entry I looked at was a question about my ethics... it said I was trying to get my
"Dad's best friend the deputy job at F & G". (Obviously referring to the Mat-Su guy, Corey
Rossi, whom a lot of game guys were lobbying for - my dad passed on a few comments from
guys he was hearing from that were favorable to Corey.) I just called my dad, he confirmed that
1 .) Corey Rossi is not his best friend 2.) he's not lobbying for anything for Corey, he was passing
on comments from Alaskans who wanted to make sure I heard their input 3.) he would never try
to sway me to hire anyone 4.) he knows I'm not micromanaging Denby and the choice of
Denby's teammembers is in Denby's hands.
It was another offensive blog entry.
And it sure leaves me puzzled as to the rumors that are able to spread like wildfire. Kind of
makes my stomach turn over.
Looking at that blog was also my reminder to NOT waste my time and energy peeking at it to
find out what's on readers' minds.
Tibbies - where is Denby on putting together his F & G team? Until he gets his deputy(ies) in
there, we'll keep hearing controversy re: who's doing what.
Looking for earth-friendly autos?
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11/10/2009
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From: Joe Balash yoe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 4:31 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Meghan N Stapleton
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); John W Bitney; Smith; Lynne M (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: RE: FW: From Associated Press reporter
Charles thought there was an avenue to pursue in DEC, but I believe Commerce took up the cause and
Lynne has been following.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 4:20 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; lynne_smith@gov.state.ak.us;
joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: FW: From Associated Press reporter
Tib - who's working on this issue?
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Have you thought about this predicament much? If you recall, there was a
letter asking for assistance that I believe came into the office last week?
We should respond to this... would like some thoughts.
Thanks.
Original Message
From: D'oro, Rachel [mailto:rdoro@ap.org]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 1:33 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: From Associated Press reporter
Hello Meghan, Sharon,
Rachel D'Oro here with The Associated Press, Anchorage bureau. I'm
working on a story that's moving Thursday and I hope one of you can help
me. I was working with Charles Fedulo on it but now I hear he's no
longer with the governor's office.
Here's the story: erosion has made Newtok's closest river so
shallow that barges can no longer make regular fuel deliveries there.
Fuel to operate the village power plant is being flown in, but others
can't afford the costly alternative.
So residents are looking for help to build some kind of pipeline
system to transport fuel delivered by barges from the next nearest
river. But complicating that effort, state and federal funds have dried
up because Newtok has begun to relocate from its increasingly battered
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site to higher ground nine miles to the south.
I would like to hear the governor's thoughts on what is now a
unique predicament, a village in limbo with no funding at the old site,
but still far from completing its move. Newtok could be just the
beginning and could set a precedent on how government deals with similar
cases in the future.
Thanks for any insight you can share.
Regards,
Rachel D'Oro
907-272-7549
The information contained in this communication is intended for the use of
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 1 .05 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Cc: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Anders; Bruce F (DNR); Patrick S Galvin;
Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
Subject: RE: FW: New York Times
just FYI to other team members that NY Xs wants to chat gasline.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.a/cus> wrote:
The reporter, Bill Yardley, is very excited. I'll try to get a list of other topics, but he's thrilled about
the chance to sit down with you and Marty, and learn about the AGIA and gasline in general. I
told him that since he's going to be up here and because we'll be launching the AGIA soon, an
issue of this kind of national importance would be good to understand and learn from both of you.
It would be great to get an article in the NYT .
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 9:44 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: 'Kari Spencer"
Subject: Re: FW: New York Times
sounds great
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
FYI. Are you interested in Thursday around 4pm with the reporter to talk about AGIA?
From: Marty Rutherford [mailto:marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 5:01 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Re: New York Times
Meghan,
Sounds like a great idea. I arrive at 10 am that morning and I have a meeting with the
Senate leadership scheduled fton 1 1 :00 - 1 :30 pm & with Chevron at 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Is
it possible to do it at 4:30 pm? or between the meetings? If necessary, I can leave the
Chevron meeting in Joe Balash' s hands and meet with the NYT reporter in that time
segment.
Marty
Meghan Stapleton wrote:
New York Times' reporter, Bill Yardley, will be in Juneau this week. I'd like to give him the
opportunity to sit down with you both and craft a story for the New York Times. Commissioner, I
understand you'll be in Juneau on Thursday. Could you both let me know if this is something with
which I can move forward? It would provide an incredible opportunity for us. Would probably take
an hour of your time, simply because he is not in Alaska all the time to know the details.
Thanks,
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 9:58 AM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
Subject: RE: FW: New York Times
Either here in the office or at the Gov's house? Wherever, we're game.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state. ak. us> wrote:
The reporter, Bill Yardley, is very excited. I'll try to get a list of other topics, but he's thrilled about
the chance to sit down with you and Marty, and learn about the AGIA and gasline in general. I
told him that since he's going to be up here and because we'll be launching the AGIA soon, an
issue of this kind of national importance would be good to understand and learn from both of you.
It would be great to get an article in the NYT.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 9:44 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: 'Kari Spencer'
Subject: Re: FW: New York Times
sounds great
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
FYI. Are you interested in Thursday around 4pm with the reporter to talk about AGIA?
From: Marty Rutherford [mailto:marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 5:01 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Re: New York Times
Meghan,
Sounds like a great idea. I arrive at 1 am that morning and I have a meeting with the
Senate leadership scheduled fron 1 1 :00 - 1 :30 pm & with Chevron at 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Is
it possible to do it at 4:30 pm? or between the meetings? If necessary, I can leave the
Chevron meeting in Joe Balash's hands and meet with the NYT reporter in that time
segment.
Marty
Meghan Stapleton wrote:
New York Times' reporter, Bill Yardley, will be in Juneau this week. I'd like to give him the
opportunity to sit down with you both and craft a story for the New York Times. Commissioner, I
understand you'll be in Juneau on Thursday. Could you both let me know if this is something with
which I can move forward? It would provide an incredible opportunity for us. Would probably take
an hour of your time, simply because he is not in Alaska all the time to know the details.
Thanks,
Meghan
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 8:43 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Rydell
Did you get in contact with Rick Rydeil today regarding Bob Bell and Corey Ross? Thanks.
Mike
8/24/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 8:42 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Boards
I can get these done... I know it!
Two good labor guys I got from Kris: Privileged or Personal Mate
They could fill two of the seats on Workers Comp or Labor Relations. I do think there are a couple of good people
that could be re-appointed. Coupled with a few changes (the aforementioned or others) I think it shows the public
we're not sticking with the status quo and are ready and willing to make the needed changes. By tomorrow Labor
will be covered with great people.
By 4:30 tomorrow we'll be ready to send everything but Mental Health Trust... and Fish and Game if we aren't
finished with the conclusions there.
Gov, sorry this is taking up so much of your much needed time! I know you need to focus on the gasline, budget,
and my three favorite Palin girls.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: John Kate [jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Thursday, September 13, 2007 1 1 :1 7 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: Dan Wilmont/Track's Enlistment
Dan Wilmont, your military escort to Kuwait, asked me to convey the email pasted
below.
Please pass along a hearty Marine Corps "OH RAH" to the Governor.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
j wkatz@alaskadc . org . Thank you .
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From: Lynne Smith [Lynne_Smith@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 5:36 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Meghan Stapleton'
Cc: 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'; 'john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us'; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Nizich;
Michael A (GOV)
Subject: RE: FW: From Associated Press reporter
This is mine. Today I talked to Chris Mello at AIEDA/AEA. He is going to work on some ideas to help them. It is
a difficult situation since you don't want to put in temporary type fuel pipes. Then once the fuel is there, they need
a place to store it. He said he would get to me by the end of the week.
Lynne
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 4:20 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; lynne_smith@gov.state.ak.us;
joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: FW: From Associated Press reporter
Tib - who's working on this issue?
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Have you thought about this predicament much? If you recall, there was a
letter asking for assistance that I believe came into the office last week?
We should respond to this... would like some thoughts.
Thanks.
Original Message
From: D'oro, Rachel [mailto:rdoro@ap.org]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 1:33 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: From Associated Press reporter
Hello Meghan, Sharon,
Rachel D'Oro here with The Associated Press, Anchorage bureau. I'm
working on a story that's moving Thursday and I hope one of you can help
me. I was working with Charles Fedulo on it but now I hear he's no
longer with the governor's office.
Here's the story: erosion has made Newtek's closest river so
shallow that barges can no longer make regular fuel deliveries there.
Fuel to operate the village power plant is being flown in, but others
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can't afford the costly alternative.
So residents are looking for help to build some kind of pipeline
system to transport fuel delivered by barges from the next nearest
river. But complicating that effort, state and federal funds have dried
up because Newtok has begun to relocate from its increasingly battered
site to higher ground nine miles to the south.
I would like to hear the governor's thoughts on what is now a
unique predicament, a village in limbo with no funding at the old site,
but still far from completing its move. Newtok could be just the
beginning and could set a precedent on how government deals with similar
cases in the future.
Thanks for any insight you can share.
Regards,
Rachel D'Oro
907-272-7549
The information contained in this communication is intended for the use of
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 4:17 PM
To: "Sarah Palin'
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov. state, ak. us
Subject: FW: Exxon Mobil Comments
Drue liked the first version - so I know she'll have no problem with Joe's final version. Her comments are
below - you'll appreciate them.
From: Drue_Pearce@ios.dol.gov [mailto:Drue_Pearce@ios.doi.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 4:12 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Re: Exxon Mobil Comments
Sorry I was away from my blackberry. But tone is perfect and the big E needs a
voice like hers willing to take them on.
They want to operate the gas pipeline; don't know if she knows that. I've said
I didn't think AK would ever consent. We should talk. Are you comibg to DC?
Tell her, "Go, girl!" And to keep telling it like it is. Alaska shouldn't be a
captive of Exxon!
Sent from my BlackBerry Wireless Handheld
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton®gov, state. ak. us]
Sent: 02/14/2007 05:33 PM
Tot Drue Pearce
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: FW: Exxon Mobil Comments
Drue,
What do you think of the attached? The Governor would like to know your thoughts.
Thanks,
Meghan
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 12:44 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharonJeighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Exxon Mobil Comments
Importance: High
Please review. Thanks. May need to tone it down?
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 3:58 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us;clark_bishop@labor.state.ak.us; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us
Cc: kari_spencer@gov. state, ak. us
Subject: Fwd: Contractor Magazine Letter from the Governor
Need to change term from "big oil" to something more tempered.
Please run by Click and Bruce to make sure everything is consistent.
Note: forwarded message attached.
Have a burning question? Go to Yahoo! Answers and get answers from real people who know.
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From: Mike Nizich [mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 3:59 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: McNeil River Falls and Hunting Bears
I will address it.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 4:21 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: McNeil River Falls and Hunting Bears
Mike N: can you help on this one? I have a house full of Chamber of Comm. people downstairs
so can't get to this one for a bit...
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
I believe (though we worded it within the sanctuary) that your statement below applied to opening the
state area up at all to hunting because there are other opportunities elsewhere. The lands around the
sanctuary are frequented by the same bears. Is that your view?
Thanks,
Meghan
From: Sharon Leighow [mailto:sharonJeighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday/February 13, 2007 2:19 PM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE: McNeil River Falls and Hunting Bears
Governor,
Just for clarification. What about the state land used by bears near the sanctuary? If nothing changes,
land near the sanctuary will be open to hunting July 1 st . Folks at Environment and Energy Publishing are
inquiring.
Thanks
Sharon
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 3:08 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Michael A Tibbies'; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; 'Sharon W
(GOV)' 'Leighow'
Subject: McNeil River Falls and Hunting Bears
Importance: High
McNeil bears
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lama hunter and firmly support Alaska's great hunting opportunities.
However, I oppose hunting in the McNeil River State Game Sanctuary. It is too close to the McNeil
River Falls and the popular viewing area.
That area is a gem. The sanctuary is one of Alaska's treasures.
People come to Alaska from around the world to see our bears and, in this case, I do believe there
are plenty of other opportunities to hunt bears without hunting so close to Alaska's gem.
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From: Mike Nizich [mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 3:56 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Meghan N Stapleton
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Smith; Lynne M (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: RE: FW: From Associated Press reporter
This is an issue that the department of Commerce usually deals with. I will refer it over to Lynne Smith.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 4:20 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; lynne_smith@gov.state.ak.us;
joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: FW: From Associated Press reporter
Tib - who's working on this issue?
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Have you thought about this predicament much? If you recall, there was a
letter asking for assistance that I believe came into the office last week?
We should respond to this... would like some thoughts.
Thanks.
Original Message
From: D'oro, Rachel [mailto:rdoro@ap.org]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 1:33 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: From Associated Press reporter
Hello Meghan, Sharon,
Rachel D'Oro here with The Associated Press, Anchorage bureau. I'm
working on a story that's moving Thursday and I hope one of you can help
me. I was working with Charles Fedulo on it but now I hear he's no
longer with the governor's office.
Here's the story: erosion has made Newtek's closest river so
shallow that barges can no longer make regular fuel deliveries there.
Fuel to operate the village power plant is being flown in, but others
can't afford the costly alternative.
So residents are looking for help to build some kind of pipeline
system to transport fuel delivered by barges from the next nearest
river. But complicating that effort, state and federal funds have dried
up because Newtok has begun to relocate from its increasingly battered
site to higher ground nine miles to the south.
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I would like to hear the governor's thoughts on what is now a
unique predicament, a village in limbo with no funding at the old site,
but still far from completing its move. Newtok could be just the
beginning and could set a precedent on how government deals with similar
cases in the future.
Thanks for any insight you can share.
Regards,
Rachel D'Oro
907-272-7549
The information contained in this communication is intended for the use of
the designated recipients named above. If the reader of this communication
is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have
received this communication in error, and that any review, dissemination,
distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you
have received this communication in error, please notify The Associated
Press immediately by telephone at +1-212-621-1898 and delete this email.
Thank you.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 2:26 PM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
Subject: RE: Exxon Mobil Comments
looks great - when do we do this? i'm ready to tape - let's get the word out via press release, too.
Joe Balash <joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Here's my stab. ..a little toned down.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 12:44 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak,us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Exxon Mobil Comments
Importance: High
Please review. Thanks. May need to tone it down?
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Wednesday, February 14, 2007 8:27 PM
Sarah Paiin
RE: (Privileged or
I did sign the request. It was late in the day so I am pretty sure it did not go out.
Pat Galvin knows I was trying to find her a position so I am not sure to what extent he
has coramited the job to her. I will hold any further action until we talk tomorrow.
Mike
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov. sarah@yahoo.com>
To: mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us; tibbles@alaska.net
Sent: 2/14/07 8:03 PM
Subject:
Privileged or Pe
Hold up on hiring Privileged or Peuntil I can talk to you, OK?
Be a PS3 game guru.
Get your game face on with the latest PS3 news and previews at Yahoo ! Games .
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 10:59 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: RCA
Thank you so much. I appreciate your insight!
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 10:51 AM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Cc: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: RCA
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Hope this helps,
Meghan
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 8:17 PM
To: 'Meghan N Stapleton'
Cc: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RCA
Meg,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 12:39 PM
To: Sarah Paiin
Subject: FW: Resource Nationalism Frustrates Exxon - Oil Daily
Original Message
From: Drue_Pearce@ios.doi.gov [mailto:Drue__Pearce@ios.doi.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 9:50 AM
To: jwkatz@ALASKADC.org; marty_rutherford@dnr. state. ak. us; joe_balash@gov. state. ak. us;
mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us; meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Fw: Resource Nationalism Frustrates Exxon — Oil Daily
I think the Governor should call Tillerson and challenge him on these
statements. The State knows where it wants to go - it's just that Exxon
doesn't like your direction. But these sorts of comments hurt the state
when read here in DC by policymakers.
Drue
Forwarded by Drue Pearce/SIO/OS/DOI on 02/14/2007 01:47 PM
(see bold remarks)
Resource Nationalism Frustrates Exxon
Resource nationalism comes in many
forms, but whatever tactics are applied,
the policy is vexing Exxon Mobil on almost
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every continent.
Addressing journalists at the Cambridge
Energy Research Associates (Cera) conference
in Houston on Tuesday, Exxon Chairman and
Chief Executive Rex W. Tillerson noted access
and contractual challenges in Venezuela,
Indonesia and Alaska as well as uncertainties
in other countries such as Russia.
Tillerson told reporters that he was unaware
of the latest reports from Venezuela
about the country' s ever-changing energy policies .
He said the company is waiting on government
representatives to deliver the newest
policy on ownership and operations of oil and
gas projects in the South American country.
"We have not had conversations about
this point regarding the new regime," he
said. "We are waiting on the government
representatives to sit down with us and
give us some of the details of what exactly
is it their objectives are, how you migrate
and offer compensation."
In Indonesia, state Pertamina is threatening
to bring in a new partner to replace
Exxon in developing the giant offshore
Natuna natural gas field. Technical challenges,
particularly the field' s high percentage
of carbon dioxide, have prevented
its development to date.
According to reports out of Jakarta,
Pertamina is in discussions with Norwegian
Statoil about coming in on the longdelayed
project, which was news to Tillerson.
"I've only heard about that myself
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this morning," he said.
In Exxon' s opinion the existing contract
with Pertamina on Natuna "is still in effect."
He added that negotiations are ongoing and
that he wouldn't expect other parties to inadvertently
interfere with those efforts.
A Statoil executive attending the Cera
conference told Oil Daily that he did not
know the specifics of discussions between
Statoil and Pertamina, but indicated talks
had taken place. Statoil has had significant
experience dealing with carbon dioxide sequestration
in the North Sea.
Exxon and potential partners BP and
ConocoPhillips thought they had an
agreement with the state of Alaska on
terms to build the long-awaited natural
gas pipeline from Alaska's North Slope to
markets in Canada and the US lower 48.
The state legislature rejected the terms,
and the project again is in limbo.
,V I don't really know where we are," Tillerson
said. "I don't think it looks like Alaska
knows where it wants to go, either," he said.
In the Russian Far East, oil output at
the Sakhalin-1 project has reached its targeted
level of 250,000 barrels per day as
the final well was tied into the production
facilities, he said. The company also is delivering
130 million cubic feet of gas per
day to the regional market.
Exxon has signed a heads of agreement
with China National Petroleum Corp. to deliver
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up to 2 billion cubic feet of gas per day via
pipeline, but the deal is not yet final, Tillerson
said. If a contract is concluded, then Exxon expects
to work with Russian gas monopoly
Gazprom on constructing an export pipeline.
Tillerson indicated that Exxon and its
partners have not settled on the pipeline option
for the Sakhalin gas . "We continue to
look at other options," he. said, adding that
Japan and India are interested in LNG. He
said the final decision will depend on which
choice would provide the greatest returns.
Barbara Shook, Houston
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 10:1 1 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Cayce; Sunny C (GOV)
Subject: RE: DARE Graduation at Birchwood Elementary
Dear Ms. Shackelford: I have added your request for the May 10th DARE graduation to the Governor's pending
scheduling requests. As soon as the Governor's schedule is determined for May, we'll let you know if she is
available. Thanks for the invitation!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Shackelford, Wendi [mailto:WShackelford@ci.anchorage.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 9:23 AM
To: governor@gov.state.ak. us ,
Subject: FW: DARE Graduation at Birchwood Elementary
Importance: High
From: Shackelford, Wendi
Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 3:34 PM
To: Naomi Sweetman; Gardner, Rhonda; Comeau, Carol; Jackson, Thelma S.; 'twm2@gci.net'; Smith_Ric; Steve
Grabowski; Reed_Dan; Rollins, Denise; Shackelford_Duncan; Vik_Kathleen; 'teschea@muni.org'; Ossiander,
Debbie A; annafair@alaska.net; Crystal; 'jenningspk@ci.anchorage.ak.us'; Timothy Sullivan; 'dcoffey@coffey-
law.net'; dtraini@gci.net; Stout, Ken 0.; 'bauerpa@muni.org'; Shamberg, Janice; Birch, Chris J;
'senator_fred_dyson@legis.state.ak.us';'representative_mike_hawker@legis.state.ak.us';
'representative_nancy_dahlstrom@legis.state.ak.us'; 'representaave_bill_stoltze@legis.state.ak.us';
starrwe@muni.org; Friedmanjeff; 'roberts_macon@asdkl2.org 1 ; 'steinerJohn@asdkl2.org';
'marks_mary@asdkl2.org'; 'kennedy_crystal@asdkl2.org'; 'metcalfejake@asdkl2.org'; 'steele_tim@asdkl2.org'
Cc: IAPD DARE; ljobe@alaska.net; Linda Jobe; bgalosich@northwest.ca; Jerry Covey
Subject: DARE Graduation at Birchwood Elementary
Importance: High
You are all invited to attend the DARE graduation at Birchwood Elementary on May 10, 2007 at 1030
hours. I have attached a map for your convenience.
Please RSVP your attendance by simply responding to this email. Thank you for supporting this worthwhile
program!
Wendi Shackelford
APD School Resource Officer @ Chugiak High
742-3219 office
"Never doubt that a small, group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only
thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead
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From: Joe Balash [Joe_Balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 1:55 PM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'gov.sarah@yahoo.com'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: Exxon Mobil Comments
Here's my stab. ..a little toned down.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 12:44 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state,ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Exxon Mobil Comments
Importance: High
Please review. Thanks. May need to tone it down?
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 12:02 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Tom E Irwin'; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;
joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; 'Bruce Anders'
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Kari Spencer'; jason_bluhm@gov.state.ak.us; 'Andy Mills'
Subject: Weekly Gasline Briefing #2 NOON VERSION
Importance: High
The attached reflects a suggested transitional change by Joe Balash in paragraph number three of the
printed version (first one). The Governor will record at 12:30pm. Please advise of any changes before
then.
Thanks,
Meghan
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From: Bruce Anders [bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 12:06 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Tom E Irwin; Martha K Rutherford;
Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Bruce F Anders
Cc: Sharon W Leighow; Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Jason R Bluhm; Andy J Mills
Subject: RE: Weekly Gasline Briefing #2 NOON VERSION
I'm fine with that.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 12:02 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Tom E Irwin'; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;
joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; Bruce F. Anders
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Kari Spencer'; jason_bluhm@gov.state.ak.us; 'Andy Mills'
Subject: Weekly Gasline Briefing #2 NOON VERSION
Importance: High
The attached reflects a suggested transitional change by Joe Balash in paragraph number three of the
printed version (first one). The Governor will record at 12:30pm. Please advise of any changes before
then.
Thanks,
Meghan
11/10/2009
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 7:08 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Fwd: A great Alaska fire Marshal... would be...
m <merrick@gcLnet> wrote:
Date: Thu, 15 Feb 2007 01:11:32 -0900
From: m <merrick@gci.net>
Subject: A great Alaska fire Marshal... would be...
To: sarah <spalin@mtaonline.net>
Dear Sarah,
I heard through the grapevine that Dave Tyler is a candidate for the state fire marshal's position.
Our state would be well served if Dave got the job. Almost 20 years ago, when I was in college, I
did extensive volunteer work as a firefighter and ACLS EMT III. I volunteered with Dave at
Chena Goldstream Fire and Rescue where he was the assistant chief, and later, the
department's chief. 1 was so impressed with him that I wrote a letter of recommendation to the
Goldstream board when the chiefs position came open. I recall seeing Dave on the cold
concrete floor, literally, twisting wrenches on the fire engines when he easily could have asked
someone else to do the job. He had a real can-do attitude, and was great to work with.
One of the concerns that I have is with Alaska's high fire death rate- a rate much higher than the
national average. Dave has shared the same concerns with me over the years, and he and I
both agree that the key to saving lives is though fire prevention. A state fire marshal with Dave's
intelligence, dedication and concern about how we can reduce this state's abysmal fire death
record will ultimately save lives.
Dave is cut from the same cloth as Tom Irwin- another Fairbanksan who I have tremendous
regard for. So there's my two cents... (again).
Thank you for your gracious note, I am glad you enjoyed the photographs. It really made my
day!
Merrick Peirce
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 8:00 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Sharon W Leighow; Michael A Tibbies
Cc: Kristina Y Perry
Subject: RE: Health Council
Make sure Kris Perry has say in a few of the candidates - she knows Dr. Stinson (?) and a few others
who'd be good
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 4:20 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'; 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Michael Tibbies'; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Health Council
Sherry Hill with HSS can answer the questions for you. Her number is 465-1618. Thanks.
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 3:20 PM
To: 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Michael Tibbies'; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Health Council
Hey guys,
Where can I find the stats on the new council? How many members, length of terms, prohibitions, etc.
We're getting calls down here.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 7:51 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Patrick S Galvin; Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR);
Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Clark; Christopher G (GOV)
Subject: Re: ADN on BP deductions
To All:
Thanks much. You're right on Meg.
Thank you!
Sarah
Meghan Stapleton <meghanjstapletort@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
FYI.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 6:45 PM
To: 'Loy, Wesley'
Subject: RE: Breaking news!
You're welcome. Thanks for asking.
From: Loy, Wesley [mailto:wloy@adn.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 6:42 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: RE: Breaking news!
OK, Meg, thanks.
Wesley
Original Message —
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 6:43 PM
To: Loy, Wesley
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: RE: Breaking news!
Importance: High
The Governor does not think that the state should have to pay for the costs associated
with the BP shutdown and the replacement of pipes that were not properly maintained.
We have been concerned about this issue and it is something that we are weighing very
heavily.
Thanks,
Meg
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From: Loy, Wesley [mailto:wloy@adn.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 5:07 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Breaking news!
Hey Meg:
BP has informed the Legislature today that it plans to seek tax deductions and credits (totaling
about $1 1 million, I believe) for the cost of repair and replacement of leaky Prudhoe Bay pipelines.
Any reaction from the administration on this? I'm all ears!
Wesley
Wesley Loy
Business reporter
Anchorage Daily News
(907) 257-4590
(907) 952-3966 (cell)
(907) 258-2157 (fax)
wloy@adn.com
Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 4:54 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Governor Sarah Palin; Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Re: Robert Warren, Board of Dental Examiners
So, what should be done with this, or how did you explain it to him, and did he even re-apply?
Ivy Frye <iyy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
I wanted to let you guys know that when I spoke with Dr. Warren today he seemed upset he was
being removed (we replaced him with Dr. Walther). Dr. Warren said the Lt. Governor told him he
would be re-appointed. I don't know the validity of his statement, but waned to give you a heads
up incase you hear something.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
Check out the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta - Fire up a more powerful email and get things done
faster.
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From: John Katz |jwkalz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Thursday, February 1 5, 2007 12:16PM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV): Spencer; Kari I (GOV); Meghan N Slapleton; Tibbies: Michael A (GOV): 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Mason; Janice L (GOV); Martha M Fischbach; Lopez; Thomas M (GOV)
Subject: RE: Governor's DC Schedule is attached
I wouldn't delete it but would advise the Governor that it may not be the best
use of her time and that there will be separate opportunities with Alaska
related press.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
iwkataaalaskadc.org . Thank you .
>» On 2/15/2007 at 4:06:07 pm, in message <00ce01c75145$lc65b7d0
$0542fea9@GOVEXECJ0148134>, Kari Spencer
<kari_spencei@gov .state .ak.us> wrote:
Is it fair for me to just delete the NGA press conferences off the schedule, then?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: John Katz [mailto:Jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent! Thursday, February 15, 2007 11:41 AM
To: 'Joe Balash'; Kari Spencer; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Janice Mason'; Martha Fischbach'; tom_lopez@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Governor's DC Schedule Is attached
Chip Abernathy and Allison Nyholm have signed up for NGA and will be
available to support the Governor and Chief of Staff on Saturday and
Sunday.
Chip and I would like to attend the three meetings with the Alaska
Congressional delegation. The same for the meeting with Secretary
Kempthorne.
I think it would be useful for Chip and me to attend the meeting with
Secretary Bodmah, which will include the gasline and other energy issues.
I am less certain about Kelliher. It may be useful for us to attend since
FERC has reached out to this office during the Palin administration.
The Mid-American and Exxon meetings are probably best left with Mike
Tibbies. We can attend if the Governor wants us to, but we haven't been
involved in recent pipeline discussions with the companies.
In my experience, Alaska Governors have rarely paid attention to NGA
press conferences, which usually deal with cosmic issues. Instead, they
have preferred to deal with the media separately in a formal press briefing
for Alaska oriented media and in "bump-ins" at various locations.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
iwkat2iSlalaskadc.org. Thank you .
>» On 2/15/2007 at 2:41:44 pm, in message <005101c75139$533cfcc0
$0542fea9@GOVEXECJ0148134>, Kari Spencer
<kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
I have attached the Governor's DC Schedule. Meg and John, please note there is a beginning
and ending press conference for Governors. I do not know if you want the Governor to go to
that. I am waiting to hear from Exxon about a meeting place on Feb. 26 at 2:30pm, but they are
trying to get a room at the JW Marriott.
John, please tell me any meetings you would like me to put your name on as staffing with Mike
Tibbies and the Governor, and I'll add your name. I told all folks as I made meetings that it
would be John Katz and/or Mike Tibbies staffing, so just let me know.
Please let me know If anyone sees anything that should be changed (even typos!) so I can fix it.
Thanks. Karl.
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Associated Press Writer
JUNEAU, Alaska - Planning for a natural gas pipeline, rebuilding the school after
and soaring construction costs at the new Fairbanks virology lab are among the It
Sarah Palin's $144 million request for supplemental spending this year.
The request amounts to less than a 3 percent Increase in the $3.3 billion dollars i
spending approved by the Legislature for the current fiscal year.
The Republican governor has filed three bills asking for a total of $85 million In gi
recoup rising and unanticipated costs by state agencies.
About $33 million for oil and gas projects are Included In one bill. The approprlati>
$8.5 million request from the Department of Law to cover cost overruns under pr
Murkowski's administration for work on the natural gas pipeline contract.
1 The request would also cover ongoing contracts with outside counsel and experts
Budget director Karen Rehfeld said the governor is asking that funding for oil and
lapse on June 30, the end of the current fiscal year.
"They have a life that extends beyond the fiscal year. So it's much more product!-
to engage the kind of expertise through various contracts with consultants to mo'
forward," Rehfeld said.
Another supplemental spending bill would provide state agencies with an extra $!
funds, Including $20 million for the Alaska Marine Highway System, about $13 mi
Department of Corrections and almost $18 million for disaster relief.
Almost $4 million dollars would cover a sharp increase In medical costs for an agi
prison population and $4.5 million to pay for unanticipated overtime for ccrrectioi
Rehfeld said the department Is having trouble recruiting and retaining staff for tin
Another $3.5 million would cover Increased costs of steel, transportation and othi
products for the virology lab In Fairbanks, $10.7 million would cover a shortfall in
fund which pays for ferry operations and $2.3 million would pay for winter runs o
| Falrweather, which Is normally limited to the summer.
Additional funding for disaster relief Includes about $5 million for the Hooper Bay
fire last August and more than $12 million for flooding and storm damage across
The governor's request also includes a fast track supplemental bill, which is alrea'
the House,
That bill would provide money for a lawsuit against the state's former actuarial fit
April advisory election over benefits for the same-sex partners of state employee!
Palin's request is about two-thirds higher than what was anticipated when the go>
preliminary budget request In December.
Rehfeld said the extra spending will come out of the amount of surplus revenues
| planned to put Into savings.
Rehfeld said Palin still intends to shave $150 million from the state operating bud
to make sure the cuts are sustainable.
"If we are going to make these reductions, we are going to be able to maintain ai
services that everyone can expect going Into '08 and not put something on the ta
turn around and result in a supplemental," Rehfeld said. "I think the Legislature v
favorably on that."
Senate Finance Co-chairman Bert Stedman, R-Sitka, said he had hoped to see a !
supplemental this year. He said the committee will be reviewing the governor's t>'
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make sure departments are giving an accurate estimate of their costs.
"We want truth in budgeting. And we want to minimize the potential for large supplemental coming
In," Stedman said.
The governor's amended budget is due March 1.
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From: John Kate tJwkate@ALASKADC.0r9]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 12:16 PM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV);
'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Mason; Janice L (GOV); Martha M Fischbach; Lopez; Thomas M (GOV)
Subject: Re: Governor's DC Schedule is attached
P.S.
Chip and I would also like to be included in the meeting with Drue Pearce.
Chip Abernathy and Allison Nyholm have signed up for NGA and will be
available to support the Governor and Chief of Staff on Saturday and Sunday.
Chip and I would like to attend the three meetings with the Alaska
Congressional delegation. The same for the meeting with Secretary
Kempthorne.
I think it would be useful for Chip and me to attend the meeting with
Secretary Bodman, which will include the gasline and other energy issues. I
am less certain about Kelliher. It may be useful for us to attend since FERC
has reached out to this office during the Palin administration.
The Mid-American and Exxon meetings are probably best left with Mike
Tibbies. We can attend if the Governor wants us to, but we haven't been
involved in recent pipeline discussions with the companies.
In my experience, Alaska Governors have rarely paid attention to NGA press
conferences, which usually deal with cosmic issues. Instead, they have
preferred to deal with the media separately in a formal press briefing for
Alaska oriented media and in "bump- ins" at various locations.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatz@,alaskadc.org . Thank you.
>» On 2/15/2007 at 2:41:44 pm, in message <005101c75139$533cfcc0
$0542fea9@GOVEXECJ0148134>, Kari Spencer
<kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
I have attached the Governor's DC Schedule. Meg and John, please note there is a beginning and
ending press conference for Governors. I do not know if you want the Governor to go to that. I am
waiting to hear from Exxon about a meeting place on Feb. 26 at 2.30pm, but they are trying to get a
room at the JW Marriott.
John, please tell me any meetings you would like me to put your name on as staffing with Mike
Tibbies and the Governor, and I'll add your name. I told all folks as I made meetings that it would be
John Kate and/or Mike Tibbies staffing, so just let me know.
Please let me know if anyone sees anything that should be changed (even typos!) so I can fix it.
Thanks. Kari.
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 3:20 PM
To: Sharon Leighow; Meghan Stapleton; 'Michael Tibbies'; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Health Council
Hey guys,
Where can I find the stats on the new council? How many members, length of terms, prohibitions, etc. We're
getting calls down here.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Kaii Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 10:42 AM
To: Katz; John W (GOV); Joe Balash; Michael Tibbies; Meghan Stapleton; Sarah Palin
Cc: 'Janice Mason'; Martha Fischbach; tom_lopez@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Governor's DC Schedule is attached
I have attached the Governor's DC Schedule. Meg and John, please note there is a beginning and ending press
conference for Governors. I do not know if you want the Governor to go to that. I am waiting to hear from Exxon
about a meeting place on Feb. 26 at 2:30pm, but they are trying to get a room at the JW Marriott.
John, please tell me any meetings you would like me to put your name on as staffing with Mike Tibbies and the
Governor, and I'll add your name. I told all folks as I made meetings that it would be John Katz and/or Mike
Tibbies staffing, so just let me know.
Please let me know if anyone sees anything that should be changed (even typos!) so I can fix it. Thanks. Kari.
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 5:09 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin"
Subject: McKie Campbell-cell 321-3171
McKie Campbell, cell 321-3171 would like to talk to you.
Kari
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 5:09 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: McKie Campbell-cell 321-3171
McKie Campbell, cell 321-3171 would like to talk to you.
Kari
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 1 0:55 AM
To: Sharon Leighow; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Michael A Tibbies'; 'Russ Kelly'; 'John Bitney'; Nizich;
Michael A (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'; 'Chris Clark'; 'Lynne Smith'
Cc: Sharon Busch
Subject: RE: Bill signing
Okay! Will someone have briefing points for the Governor that I can give her Tuesday a.m.? (Monday is a holiday
remember). Sharon, you worked with Sharon Busch to reserve the Conference room, right? Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sharon Leighow [mailto:sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 10:48 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Michael A Tibbies'; 'Russ Kelly'; 'John Bitney'; karLspencer@gov.state.ak. us; Nizich,
Michael A (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'; 'Chris Clark'; 'Lynne Smith'
Subject: Bill signing
Hey Folks:
We are hoping to have Governor Palin sign HB 69 and SB 46 Tuesday at 12:30 in the 3 rd floor conference room.
Please let me know if there are any major conflicts!
Thanks,
Sharon
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 1 0:55 AM
To: Sharon Leighow; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Michael A Tibbies'; 'Russ Kelly'; 'John Bitney'; Nizich;
Michael A (GOV); 'Sarah Palin*; 'Chris Clark 1 ; 'Lynne Smith'
Cc: Sharon Busch
Subject: RE: Bill signing
Okay! Will someone have briefing points for the Governor that I can give her Tuesday a.m.? (Monday is a holiday
remember). Sharon, you worked with Sharon Busch to reserve the Conference room, right? Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sharon Leighow [mailto:sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 10:48 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Michael A Tibbies'; 'Russ Kelly'; 'John Bitney'; kar i_spencer@gov.state.ak.us; Nizich,
Michael A (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'; 'Chris Clark'; lynne Smith'
Subject: Bill signing
Hey Folks:
We are hoping to have Governor Palin sign HB 69 and SB 46 Tuesday at 12:30 in the 3 rd floor conference room.
Please let me know if there are any major conflicts!
Thanks,
Sharon
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, February 17, 2007 12:57 PM
To: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: Jan 31 expiration: 2 boards
Governor Palin and Mike,
Attached is a memo regarding two boards with 1/31/07 expiration dates. Neither board requires legislative
confirmation and both serve at the pleasure of the governor. Hard copies will be provided, as well as additional
background information I have on the board members that we should discuss in person. The two boards are:
Libraries Advisory Council
Local Boundary Commission
I will be following up with a memo with 5 more boards with 3/1/07 expiration dates that do not require legislative
confirmation.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Mike Tibbies Imke_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, February 17, 2007 207 PM
To: Sarah Palm
Subject: FW. Pandemic Flu Exercise/Addition Information
Governor,
I need to get back to the Department of Defense fairly quickly. They would like to know if Alaska would be interested in holding a pandemic flu exercise in August involving state and federal
officials. John Katz and Mike Nizfch recommend the event It would require about a half a day of your time. Additional information is listed below. Thank you.
Mike
From: John Katz [mailto:JwKatz@AlASKADC.org]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2007 5:16 AM
To: Michael Tibbies; Mike Nlzich; Karfeen Jackson; Craig Campbell
Cc: Allison Nyholm; Chip Abernathy; Kail Spencer
Subject: Pandemic Flu Exerdse/Addltjon Information
After a discussion yesterday with Mike Nizich, I contacted Col. Chris Goggins of the Air Force to obtain additional information about the offer
by the Department of Defense to hold a pandemic flu exercise in Alaska involving State and federal officials.
DoD would like to hold the exercise in Anchorage, probably at Elmendorf, in August. DoD would work with the State to determine the
location, but it needs to be in a secure area. The Governor would select State officials and other invitees, but DoD will suggest the inclusion
of certain Federal officials.
The exercise would be held on a single day and would involve four or five hours of the Governor's time and that of other State officials. The
participants would be divided into one or two "cells" or working groups headed by a facilitator. The groups would then be exposed to three
"cycles" relating to pandemic flu. These would involve scenarios beginning with the detection of the flu virus in a relatively isolated part of the
world followed by the spread to Alaska and then to most of the world.
Participants would be exposed to mock news broadcasts and summaries of the relevant information. This would be followed by discussion
and decision making led by the facilitator. There would be no cross discussion between working groups. At the end of the session, there
would be a "hot wash" summary and critique of each cell's responses. This might well be followed by a more in-depth critique prepared at a
later time and provided to the Governor.
The exercise would be modeled after an earlier one conducted in Hawaii. I am advised that both Federal and Hawaiian officials felt that this
exercise was very helpful in promoting cooperation and in identifying strengths and weaknesses in the decision making process.
I recommend that we respond affirmatively to the DoD offer. I can see no down sides to doing so, and the exercise should help strengthen the
State's approach to natural and man-made disasters.
Please let me know what you think or whether you need additional information.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is jwkatagialaskadc.org . Thank you .
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, February! 7, 2007 1 :26 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: Inquiry from Rebecca Braun
FYI - We provided information to Gregg Erickson that shows Gov. Murkowski spent nearly
$11,000 last year on his Anchorage apartment.
Mike
Original Message
From: Linda Perez [mailto:linda_perez@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 9:35 AM
To: Debra Bump
Cc: Sara J Peacock; Michael A Nizich
Subject: Re: Inquiry from Rebecca Braun
Hi Debbie,
The 2006 cost for the apartment for Governor Murkowski was $10,901.61.
No, Governor Palin does not have a state provided apartment in Anchorage.
Linda
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 1 9, 2007 1 0:02 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'rnike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'; 'john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us'; Balash; Joseph R
(GOV)
Subject: Re: Fw: NYTImes: With New Pipeline Plan, Alaskans Governor Enters Precarious Territory
You're right.
Tibbies - can you get that ASAP, and/or talk to Kate ASAP on this! If you can't, please delgate it to
someone else as soon as you possibly can. Meg can get a statement out that includes anything
positive FERC can offer as soon as she receives it.
We should have done this right when the report came out and naysayers began capitalizing on the
statement that's been repeated now so often.
Can you have Kate also put in writing what the three FERC persons reported to him about the true
meaning of the report's comments re: Alaska's slippage.
please. ASAP, thanks.
Meghan Stapleton <akpresssec@yahoo.com> wrote.
We need a letter from FERC - truly ASAP. It's killing us and it's not even how they
feel.
— - Forwarded Message —
From: Scott Hey worth <heyworth@gci.net>
To: Bill Ward <LowrFalls@aol.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 1 8, 2007 1 0: 02: 1 7 PM
Subject: NYTImes: With New Pipeline Plan, Alaska's Governor Enters Precarious
Territory
In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, this material is distributed without
profit to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving the included
information for research and educational purposes.
Juneau Journal
With New Pipeline Plan, Alaska's
Governor Enters Precarious Territory
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Charles Mason for The New York Times
Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska greeting her husband, Todd, a champion snowmobiler, after a race
in Fairbanks.
Bv WILLIAM YARDLEY
Published: February 19, 2007
JUNEAU, Alaska , — The new administration of Gov. Sarah Palin has been full of firsts. Ms.
Palin, a Republican , is Alaska's first female governor and, at 42, its youngest.
She held her inauguration in frosty Fairbanks, a first that suited her conservative supporters
but slighted the traditional host, this rainy, remote and less Republican state capital. She also
appears to be the only governor in history whose spouse is a champion snowmobile racer and
a former Arctic oil worker, and is widely referred to as First Dude.
Now, two months after taking office, Ms. Palin wants to become the first Alaska governor to
deliver what many others have sought without success: construction of a $30 billion pipeline
to transport natural gas from the state's North Slope to markets in the lower 48 states.
It is an enormous project that could strengthen Alaska's energy-based economy for decades to
come, while also, according to some estimates, supplying 7 percent of the nation's natural gas
annually.
But pulling off this first is shaping up to be more complicated.
Elected by a wide margin after promising to bring "new energy" and "transparency" to the
pipeline project, Ms. Palin took office in December and immediately backed away from the
negotiations that her predecessor, Frank H. Murkowski , had been pursuing with the three
major energy companies that control much of the land where gas would be developed.
Ms. Palin has long criticized those negotiations as back-room dealings whose extensive
incentives and tax breaks would have benefited the energy companies, BP, Exxon Mobil and
ConocoPhillips, far more than they would have Alaska.
"Don't get me started," she said in an interview in her Capitol office on Thursday.
So next month, Ms. Palin intends to introduce the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act, a bill that
would open the bidding to new players, as well as the old ones. She says her plan would
ensure new jobs and access to gas for state residents. She also says that whoever gets to
control the pipeline must allow for its potential expansion so that other gas developers can use
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it at reasonable prices, thus encouraging more development.
The new plan, however, would delay a formal agreement until next year at the earliest, and it
would be another decade, until 2018, before the pipeline was in operation.
Ms. Palin won votes last fall for vowing to take just such steps, but in taking them, she has
stirred concern beyond Alaska at a time when the Bush administration says it wants to
develop new sources of energy.
In a report to Congress last month, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission said "the
schedule for an Alaska gas pipeline has slipped considerably." The state's senior senator, Ted
Stevens , a Republican famous for bringing big projects home, has openly expressed worry.
And on Tuesday, Rex W. Tillerson, the chairman and chief executive of Exxon Mobil, one of
the companies that hopes to build the pipeline, said: "I don't really know where we are. I
don't think it looks like Alaska knows where it wants to go, either."
Ms. Palin dismissed that talk. But next week, when she attends a National Governors
Association meeting in Washington, she plans to visit Alaska's Congressional delegation and
meet with officials at Exxon Mobil and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, among
others. Besides putting minds at ease, she said, she wants to broaden the appeal of the project
with the goal of gaining leverage in negotiations.
"This project is so much bigger than Alaska and Alaska's interests," Ms. Palin said. "This is
for the nation. This is to supply domestically safe sources of fuel. We're going to be able to
do that. We should be leading in a national energy plan."
The report by the energy commission suggested just such thinking, although it had a more
urgent tone than in earlier assessments and sprinkled in some skepticism.
"The main obstacle to progress on an Alaskan gas pipeline is the failure to resolve state issues
necessary before a project sponsor will commit to go forward," the report said. "The fresh
competitive approach announced by the new governor must be successful if Alaska gas is to
be part of the nation's energy supply solution in the coming years."
Steve Rinehart, a spokesman for BP Exploration Alaska, which controls the most land in the
area expected to be developed first, said that with natural gas prices projected to stay
relatively high and oil production on the North Slope declining, "the time has come to bring
that gas to market."
"It makes sense economically," Mr. Rinehart said. "It makes sense for the life of this oil
field."
But in the past, aides to Ms. Palin said, the big energy companies refused to commit to
expanding the pipeline or to allow outside companies to use it for reasonable fees.
Mr. Rinehart disagreed. "We were ready to address those issues," he said, "but the process
stopped."
Critical to pushing a plan through is the state's 60-member, Republican-controlled
Legislature. Mr. Minkowski, a former United States senator, clashed with state lawmakers
over his pipeline plan through his final days in office. Ms. Palin, by contrast, has echoed their
concerns about giving away too much in tax breaks to the energy companies.
"What the governor has is a lot of credibility with the public," said State Representative John
Harris, the speaker of the House. "She's been a breath of fresh air, in my opinion."
Lyda Green, president of the Senate, said Ms. Palin came to office without the intimate
knowledge of the energy and financial industries that Mr. Minkowski had. But "she's a very
quick study," Ms. Green said. "She has good people around her."
Ms. Palin has brought back some top staff members who left in protest over how Mr.
Murkowski had been conducting the pipeline negotiations. Now she wants them to help her
complete the deal that Mr. Murkowski never could.
"We are crafting this whole process with our arms open, even for Exxon," Ms. Palin said.
"Come on in and let us know what you have in terms of a proposal to commercialize Alaska's
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natural gas."
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 1 9, 2007 9:27 AM
To: Sean Parneli
Subject: Re: Good first rollout
Thanks Sean. I'll be in Juneau Tues so am glad you'll be at PacCom.
When will your op ed be complete so we can get that in the mix? We're busy drafting the next
rounds of public education pieces, but I'm anxious to get your piece in there asap.
thanks!
Sean Parneli <
Privileged or Personal > wrote:
Just wanted to let you know the timing was good as was the content (from the public's
perspective) on the phased rollout of AGIA. The article in the Money section today was
informative and seemed to contain key talking points.
I have to address the PAC-COM trade conference on Tuesday and will incorporate the points
from today's article. (I'll also speak to some of what Jenkins said yesterday— that was a
disappointing column). Of course, if your plans changed and you're in Anchorage on Tuesday
you're welcome to the podium to speak to these mostly contractor, construction types instead of
me.
Have a great day!
Sean
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From: Meghan N Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 7:36 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Fwd: RE: Fw: NYTImes: With New Pipeline Plan, Alaskans Governor Enters Precarious
Territory
Mike, Brian Lee called me immediately to say that we should not
misinterpret the report, that Chairman Kelliher was entirely
supportive of the Governor and the process. By the statemente, FERC
was merely acknowledging the closing window.
Original Message --
From: Sarah Palin <gov . sarah@yahoo . com>
Date: Monday, February 19, 2007 2:01 pm
Subject: Fwd: RE: Fw: NYTImes : With New Pipeline Plan, Alaska <?s
Governor Enters Precarious Territory
To : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us , mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak .us
> Tib - pis touch base with Tom on this so we can solicit something
> in writing re: FERC support, thanks!
>
> Note: forwarded message attached.
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Monday, February 19, 2007 5:16 PM
PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 11:31 PM
To: Christopher Clark; 'Michael A Tibbies'
Cc: John Katz; 'John Bitney'
Subject: Re: Pete Rouse: someone in D.C. worth meeting
I'm game to meet him
Christopher Clark <christopher_clark@gov.state,ak.us> wrote:
Mike -
When you and the Governor are in Washington, D.C, Jerry Reinwand recommends that you
hook up with a guy named Pete Rouse.
Rouse was once chief-of-staff for then-Lieutenant Governor Terry Miller. He's now chief-of-staff
for a guy named Barack Obama.
A few weeks ago, Jerry wrote:
Pete Rouse (formerly Terry Miller's Chief of Staff when I was on Jay's
staff) is watching the Governor from D.C.
Pete has an interest in Alaska, so it is natural that he would be following
the Governor's progress. In September, Pete said that he thought Sarah
Palin would win the Governor's race (don't know if he saw Democratic
polling data or what). Pete has served as Senator Daschle's Chief of
Staff, and is now Senator Obama's Chief of Staff.
Senator Ted Stevens loves Pete as the Senator and I had a long
discussion one night about Pete at a fundraising dinner. Might be worth
the Governor's time to visit with Pete when she is next in D.C.
Pete wants to help Alaska however he can and he has tremendous
influence In the Senate Democrat Majority. In fact, Pete was thinking
seriously of retiring after Daschle was defeated but the Senate
Democrats recruited Pete to help Senator Obama learn the ropes in
D.C. and the Senate.
I can scrounge up a phone number, if you like.
Chris
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From: Bruce Anders [bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 1§i 2007 2:27 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Meghan Stapleton; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Balash;
Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: Re: Fw: NYTImes: With New Pipeline Plan.Alaska^s Governor Enters Precarious Territory
I'll be meeting with Katz tomorrow with Tom and Pat, and then with FERC. I don't want to
leave the FERC room without the commitments we need to go public with an expression of
support, or at least viability, of our approach. I'll call you later, Meg, to
coordinate our messaging.
Bruce
Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless handheld
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov . sarahOyahoo . com>
Date: Mon, 19 Feb 2007 11:02:22
To: Meghan Stapleton <akpresssec@yahoo.com>,
mike_t ibblesogov . state . ak . us , j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us , j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: Re: Fw: NYTImes: With New Pipeline Plan,
Alaskans Governor Enters Precarious Territory
You ' re right .
Tibbies - can you get that ASAP, and/or talk to Katz ASAP on this! If you can't, please
delgate it to someone else as soon as you possibly can. Meg can get a statement out that
includes anything positive FERC can offer as soon as she receives it.
We should have done this right when the report came out and naysayers began capitalizing
on the statement that's been repeated now so often.
Can you have Katz also put in writing what the three FERC persons reported to him about
the true meaning of the report's comments re: Alaska's slippage.
please. ASAP, thanks.
Meghan Stapleton <akpresssec@yahoo . com> wrote:
We need a letter from FERC - truly ASAP. It's killing us and it's not even how they feel.
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From: Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net>
To: Bill Ward <LowrFalls@aol.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2007 10:02:17 PM
Subject: NYTImes: With New Pipeline Plan, Alaska's Governor Enters Precarious Territory
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Charles Mason for The New York Times
Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska greeting her husband, Todd, a champion snowmobiler, after a
race in Fairbanks.
By
<http://topics.nytimes.eom/top/reference/timestopics/people/y/william_yardley/index.html?
inline=nyt-per> WILLIAM YARDLEY
Published: February 19, 2007
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JUNEAU,
<http : //topics .nytiraes . com/top/news/national/usstatesterritoriesandpossessions/alaska/inde
x.html?inline=nyt-geo> Alaska, — The new administration of Gov. Sarah Palin has been full
of firsts. Ms. Palin,
<http://topics.nytimes.eom/top/reference/timestopics/organizations/r/republicanjparty/inde
x.html?inline=nyt-org> a Republican, is Alaska's first female governor and, at 42, its
youngest.
She held her inauguration in frosty Fairbanks, a first that suited her conservative
supporters but slighted the traditional host, this rainy, remote and less Republican state
capital . She also appears to be the only governor in history whose spouse is a champion
snowmobile racer and a former Arctic oil worker, and is widely referred to as First Dude.
Now, two months after taking office, Ms. Palin wants to become the first Alaska governor
to deliver what many others have sought without success: construction of a $30 billion
pipeline to transport natural gas from the state's North Slope to markets in the lower 48
states.
It is an enormous project that could strengthen Alaska's energy-based economy for decades
to come, while also, according to some estimates, supplying 7 percent of the nation's
natural gas annually.
But pulling off this first is shaping up to be more complicated.
Elected by a wide margin after promising to bring "new energy" and "transparency" to the
pipeline project, Ms. Palin took office in December and immediately backed away from the
negotiations that her predecessor,
<http://topics.nytimes.eom/top/reference/timestopics/people/m/frank_h_murkowski/index.html
?inline=nyt-per> Frank H. Murkowski, had been pursuing with the three major energy
companies that control much of the land where gas would be developed.
Ms. Palin has long criticized those negotiations as back-room dealings whose extensive
incentives and tax breaks would have benefited the energy companies, BP, Exxon Mobil and
ConocoPhillips, far more than they would have Alaska.
"Don't get me started," she said in an interview in her Capitol office on Thursday.
So next month, Ms. Palin intends to introduce the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act, a bill
that would open the bidding to new players, as well as the old ones. She says her plan
would ensure new jobs and access to gas for state residents. She also says that whoever
gets to control the pipeline must allow for its potential expansion so that other gas
developers can use it at reasonable prices, thus encouraging more development.
The new plan, however, would delay a formal agreement until next year at the earliest, and
it would be another decade, until 2018, before the pipeline was in operation.
Ms. Palin won votes last fall for vowing to take just such steps, but in taking them, she
has stirred concern beyond Alaska at a time when the Bush administration says it wants to
develop new sources of energy.
In a report to Congress last month, the
<http : //topics . nytimes . com/top/ref erence/timestopics/organizations/f/federal_energy_regula
tory_commission/index.html?inline=nyt-org> Federal Energy Regulatory Commission said "the
schedule for an Alaska gas pipeline has slipped considerably." The state's senior senator,
<http://topics.nytimes.eom/top/reference/timestopics/people/s/ted_stevens/index.html?
inline=nyt-per> Ted Stevens, a Republican famous for bringing big projects home, has
openly expressed worry.
And on Tuesday, Rex W. Tillerson, the chairman and chief executive of Exxon Mobil, one of
the companies that hopes to build the pipeline, said: "I don't really know where we are. I
don't think it looks like Alaska knows where it wants to go, either."
Ms. Palin dismissed that talk. But next week, when she attends a
<http : //topics . nytimes . com/top/ref erence/timestopics/organizations/n/national_govemors_as
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sociation/index.html?inline=nyt-org> National Governors Association meeting in Washington,
she plans to visit Alaska's Congressional delegation and meet with officials at Exxon
Mobil and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, among others. Besides putting minds at
ease, she said, she wants to broaden the appeal of the project with the goal of gaining
leverage in negotiations.
"This project is so much bigger than Alaska and Alaska's interests," Ms. Palin said. "This
is for the nation. This is to supply domestically safe sources of fuel. We're going to be
able to do that. We should be leading in a national energy plan."
The report by the energy commission suggested just such thinking, although it had a more
urgent tone than in earlier assessments and sprinkled in some skepticism.
"The main obstacle to progress on an Alaskan gas pipeline is the failure to resolve state
issues necessary before a project sponsor will commit to go forward," the report said.
"The fresh competitive approach announced by the new governor must be successful if Alaska
gas is to be part of the nation's energy supply solution in the coming years."
Steve Rinehart, a spokesman for BP Exploration Alaska, which controls the most land in the
area expected to be developed first, said that with natural gas prices projected to stay
relatively high and oil production on the North Slope declining, "the time has come to
bring that gas to market . "
"It makes sense economically, "Mr. Rinehart said. "It makes sense for the life of this oil
field."
But in the past, aides to Ms. Palin said, the big energy companies refused to commit to
expanding the pipeline or to allow outside companies to use it for reasonable fees.
Mr. Rinehart disagreed. "We were ready to address those issues," he said, "but the process
stopped."
Critical to pushing a plan through is the state's 60-member, Republican- controlled
Legislature. Mr. Murkowski, a former United States senator, clashed with state lawmakers
over his pipeline plan through his final days in office. Ms. Palin, by contrast, has
echoed their concerns about giving away too much in tax breaks to the energy companies.
"What the governor has is a lot of credibility with the public," said State Representative
John Harris, the speaker of the House. "She's been a breath of fresh air, in my opinion."
Lyda Green, president of the Senate, said Ms. Palin came to office without the intimate
knowledge of the energy and financial industries that Mr. Murkowski had. But "she's a very
quick study," Ms. Green said. "She has good people around her."
Ms. Palin has brought back some top staff members who left in protest over how Mr.
Murkowski had been conducting the pipeline negotiations. Now she wants them to help her
complete the deal that Mr. Murkowski never could.
"We are crafting this whole process with our arms open, even for Exxon," Ms. Palin said.
"Come on in and let us know what you have in terms of a proposal to commercialize Alaska's
natural gas."
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From: John Bitney [john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 9:31 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; "Meghan N Stapleton'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'; Lloyd;
Denby S (DFG)
Cc: Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: RE: Interview/ Notes from interview with Bob Tkacz
Governor
I apologize for not catching you sooner regarding the Mixing Zone issue.
Rep. Paul Seaton has a bill that would essentially establish the previous regulations for mixing zones into
state law. Right now, the Dept. Environmental Conservation has new regulations pending before the
federal EPA for final approval that would allow permitting for mixing zones in areas that do not impact
salmon streams.
Bob Tkacz is notorious for mischaracterizing people's positions and how they testify.
Lynn Kent, DEC Director of Water Quality, has been doing a great job of keeping my office informed
about our administration's position on Mixing Zones and Seaton's bill. To date, our position has been to
request the opportunity for the new Commissioner to take office in order to establish a final position. In
the meantime, Bob is upset because we are not supporting passage of Seaton's bill to "undo" the
regulations that are pending review at EPA.
Bob is also writing that I testified in opposition to Rep. Les Gara's bill that would transfer Habitat back to
ADF&G. This is also a total falsehood. Bob got in my face last week regarding your campaign
statements about Habitat... and even argued with me about my own recollection of watching you talk
about the issue at two different candidate forums (ACV and UFA). I was there... and I clearly recall you
stating that you wanted to see how things are working and get more information before taking a final
position.
I will ask both Tom Irwin (DNR) and Larry Hartig (DEC) to provide recommendations for a position
regarding mixing zones. Denby... that includes you, too.
Thanks!!
John Bitney
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2007 8:29 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
denbyJloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; John Bitney
Cc: joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Interview/ Notes from interview with Bob Tkacz
It continued to be "fast busy" until I borrowed Todd's cell phone & finally got through on that
phone. I just spent 20 minutes with Bob. Quite unpleasant. He's quite insistent that I'm breaking a
campaign promise re: Habitat, though I repeated my explanation that it's very unfair to Alaskans
for me to claim I'll keep Habitat in DNR, in perpetuity, when I've only had my DNR
Commissioner on board for one week, (and I've only been in office a couple of months) hence
we haven't had time to fully consider whether the move should have taken place in the first place
- and whether (or when) it should be considered to be moved back. He said I blew the
opportunity to change Murkowski's executive order on the move, so I "obviously am in line with
Murkowksi on this", and obviously am breaking a promise, and how could I not know if I'd veto
Gara's bill on this, or not? He didn't let up.
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Then he jumped into Mixing Zones, saying it's so odd that I'm "consistent with Murkowski on that one,
too". I did not know what he was talking about. I told him I do NOT support lessening the protections on
our salmon spawning grounds - and that former DEC Commish. Ernesta Ballard's move with mixing
zones was not something I could support and I've still not heard good reasons why she pushed for the
mixing zones - Bob totally tripped me up by claiming my administration just testified in support of
mixing zones, by testifying against Paul Seaton's bill that would have ensured more habitat protections.
He said my staffer, Lynn (?), just testified on the bill this week, I believe. I repeated that I do NOT
support lessening the restrictions that would result in dangers to the fish grounds - he didn't let up on that
and made sure I knew he was recording me.
So, Bitney, (he says you know of the administration's testimony), I do need to know what went on with
any testimony this past week. I have not been informed of what is before the legislature on mixing
zones.
And before I talk to Bob in the future, I need to know what admin, has done on fish issues in the recent
past.
thank you
Meghan NStapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Here are two numbers for Bob. A fast busy signal doesn't sound good.
Hopefully it's not one of the numbers listed below. Thank you.
Bob Tkacz
Correspondent,
Fishermen's News Magazine
Writer & Publisher,
Laws for the SEA
Office PH: 907-463-5455
Mobile: 01-907-723-4314
Email: junobob@att.net
416 Harris St., Suite 203
Juneau, AK 99801
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin
Date: Sunday, February 1 8, 2007 6 : 1 6 pm
Subject: Re: Fwd: Interview/ Notes from interview with Tkacz
Meg. .Please forward from your computer
To: Meghan N Stapleton
> meg - all i get is a fast busy trying to call Bob's #, but will
> keep trying.
>justfyi
>
>
> Governor,
> Bob Tkacz is expecting a quick phone interview with you this
> weekend. I did not commit to a time; I told him it was up to you
> whether it was Saturday or Sunday. He interviewed Commissioner
> Lloyd yesterday afternoon and Fish and Game has provided the
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> notes. Bob can be reached at 463-5455. He is not expecting more
> than 10 minutes and PLEASE DO NOT CALL FROM YOUR PERSONAL CELL
> PHONE! He will never leave you alone!
>
> Have a great weekend.
> Sharon
>
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 9:43 AM
To: ivyfry@yahoo.com; Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Fwd: chuck and sal
and remember Rep. Stoltze is very gracious and friendly... maybe he could be one to introduce
them? he's the nice guy.
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 2:23 PM
To: Sarah Palin; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: March 1 Appointments
Governor Palin,
I'm attaching the last 4 boards with March 1 term expiration dates. These boards do not require legislative
confirmation. I'm sending this today incase you want to print a hard copy for the plane or so you can read via
your Pocket PC. I know you have other reading and sleep to catch up on, but just in case you feel up to reading
my preliminary recommendations they are here for your consideration.
I was purposely vague on some of the candidates because I think a conversation would be more appropriate. I
have background information on all applicants and current board members. This email is to give you a sense of
the boards and the members.
Thank you for all of your time with boards and commission! You've made my job enjoyable with your accessibility
and all of your input. I've supplied Mike with a hard copy and will go over these boards with him today.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 1 9, 2007 2:23 PM
To: Sarah Palin; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: March 1 Appointments
Governor Palin,
I'm attaching the last 4 boards with March 1 term expiration dates. These boards do not require legislative
confirmation. I'm sending this today incase you want to print a hard copy for the plane or so you can read via
your Pocket PC. I know you have other reading and sleep to catch up on, but just in case you feel up to reading
my preliminary recommendations they are here for your consideration.
I was purposely vague on some of the candidates because I think a conversation would be more appropriate. I
have background information on all applicants and current board members. This email is to give you a sense of
the boards and the members.
Thank you for all of your time with boards and commission! You've made my job enjoyable with your accessibility
and all of your input. I've supplied Mike with a hard copy and will go over these boards with him today.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 1 9, 2007 1 1 : 12 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: chuck and sal
I talked to Paulette for ideas. She has offered private tours of DIPAK (the fish hatchery) and the State Museum.
That should be fun for them.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 9:43 AM
To: ivyfry@yahoo.com; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: chuck and sal
and remember Rep. Stoltze is very gracious and friendly... maybe he could be one to introduce them?
he's the nice guy.
Note: forwarded message attached.
Bored stiff? Loosen up...
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 1 9, 2007 1 0:48 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: chuck and sal
Of course! I'm on it right night.
See you soon,
Ivy
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 9:43 AM
To: ivyfry@yahoo.com; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Fwd: chuck and sal
and remember Rep. Stoltze is very gracious and friendly... maybe he could be one to introduce them?
he's the nice guy.
Note: forwarded message attached.
Bored stiff? Loosen up...
Download and play hundreds of games for free on Yahoo! Games.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 7:21 PM
To: 'Meghan N Stapleton'; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Cc: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); 'bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Galvin; Patrick S
(DOR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'; Balash; Joseph R (GOV);
'john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us'; NizTch; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Re: Eddie Burke
i agree, and i need help in finding extra minutes in the day to get the word out on AGIA.
we really, really need to tap into others to pick up some of this, i can't monitor the talk shows and
keep up with what's being said out there in SouthCentral, so will need a lot of help in that area.
thanks, please let me know what everyone's solution is to this as I wade through a few other
issues regarding time constraints that I'm under with the budget, personnel issues, etc. i will
continue to try to carve out time in the day to more fully scan news clippings and try to catch
some of the talk shows via internet, but so far I haven't found even an extra minute to be able to
tune in to the shows unless I'm there in SouthCentral while driving in my car. i called in to
Carrigan's show, the Michael Dukes show, and dropped by Fagan's show yesterday, but can not
keep that up when I'm down here in Juneau.
we need to be aggressive on the public education aspect of gasline progress, we're getting killed
on the radio and in some print, and i need folks to really help ramp up accurate counter
comments to the misinformation that's being spread out there.
please help here and let me know who's doing what so i can rest assured this is being addressed.
Meghan N Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
As Kris said, she and I spoke about this. I think we do need to start
testing the waters and dipping our toes here and there to gauge
response and reward those who are encouraged about learning the truth
and disseminating it. I believe that we should give Eddie a shot - no
more information than revealed yesterday, but I do believe it's worth
it. Eddie and Ivan Moore work together on the show with Republican /
Democrat give and take. Ivan would be biased, but I believe fairly so -
and it's entirely expected in a format like this.
Original Message
From: Kris Perry
Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 2:53 pm
Subject: Eddie Burke
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: 'Kari Spencer' , 'Meghan Stapleton'
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> Governor,
>
> I just got off the phone w/Eddie Burke. If possible, he'd love for
> you to
> call in to his show this afternoon on KBYR around the 5 o'clock
> hour. He
> realizes that you're extremely busy and I told him that there are no
> guarantees as you have meetings at that time.
>
> FYI, he's been very supportive, taking the opposite approach of
> Fagan on the
> gasline and also taking the Voice of the Times to task.
>
> The call-in # 274-5297. Subject would be gasline.
>
> I ran it by Meg.
>
>Kris
>
>
Don't get soaked. Take a quick peak at the forecast
with the Yahoo! Search weather shortcut.
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 3:38 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: FW: RE:
From: Cmenard [mailto:cmenard@mtaonline.net]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 3:16 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: Re: RE:
I only wish I was going to Juneau with Sally today. We want to have a HOT game of Scrabble in the Gov.
Mansion.thank you Ivy for the email. Mayor Menard and I will head to Wash DC o n March 1 1th. Are you
heading this way for the Anch ball? Should be fantastic. After this one, I'll be balled out. Linda Menard
— Original Message —
From: Governor Sarah Palin
To: 'Cmenard'
Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 12:40 PM
Subject: RE:
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the appropriate staff
person in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
From: Cmenard [mailto:cmenard@mtaonline.net]
Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 11:31 PM
To: governor@gov.state.ak.us
Subject:
Since my father, Robert Gouin was selected to be Commissioner for the DNR of the state of Michigan
back in the late 60's, I feel compelled to suggest a good, professional, and moral man for the ADFG
position, namely, Corey Rossi. This is an area of government that will have all Alaskans watching for
success or failure. Please give Corey Rossi your consideration. Thank-You! Linda Menard and Curt
Menard
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From: Kate, John W (GOV) [/0=SOA/OU= FIRST ADMINISTRATIVE
GROUP/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=JWKATZ]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 1 1 :36 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Nyholm; Allison J (GOV); Chip Abernathy; Kim; Anna C (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Bitney; John
W (LAA); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Smith; Lynne M (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Nizich; Michael A
(GOV)
Subject: DC Trip - Talking Points & Meetings
In preparation for your trip to DC, I have written the attached talking points
covering issues that may arise in your various meetings. The talking points
have been reviewed by agency personnel and others.
Separately, I will forward additional material prepared by members of the
Cabinet or their staffs in response to my request for assistance. The
preeminent issue for your non NGA meetings will likely be the gas pipeline,
and Joe Balash is working on talking points.
Below are suggested issues for those meetings which will not focus solely on
the gas pipeline.
Secretary Kempthorne
• Natural Gas Pipeline
• Alaska's Energy Message, including ANWR, NPR-A, and North Aleutian
Basin
• Polar Bears/ ESA
• Subsistence Management
• King Cove-Cold Bay Road
• 2009 Legislation/ State Land Entitlement
Alaska Congressional Delegation
• Natural Gas Pipeline
• Energy Education Campaign, including ANWR and other issues
• Listings under the Endangered Species Act - polar bears, beluga whales,
etc.
• Climate Change/ Coastal Erosion/ Research
• No Child Left Behind (Senator Murkowski)
• Medicaid Reform (Senator Murkowski)
• Federal Appropriations (Senator Stevens)
• Aquaculture Legislation (Senator Stevens and Congressman Young)
Please let me know if I can assist further.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatz@,alaskadc.org . Thank you .
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From: John Katz Dwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 8:47 AM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Meghan Stapleton; Sarah
Palin
Subject: NYTImes/Gas Pipeline
Tom Irwin, Pat Galvin, Bruce Anders, Joe Balash (on the phone), and the DC
office met today to discuss FERC strategy. Based on the discussion, we
concluded that FERC staff should be re-acquainted with our concerns and
asked to do something about it.
This would lay the foundation for the Governor's meeting with the FERC
Chairman next week. He probably won't agree to amend the FERC report.
However, he will have numerous opportunities on Capitol Hill and elsewhere
to correct the record and should be asked to do so.
This same strategy would be applied to the Department of Energy, where
Secretary Bodman has also made a negative statement. Hopefully, there will
be a staff level meeting as well at the Vice President's office.
Regarding my discussion with FERC staff, they minimized the negative
connotation in the key sentences of the last paragraph of their report and
pointed to the final sentence about the State's forging ahead. My response
consisted of three parts: the previous contract was not viable for several
reasons; we understand the national interest in commercializing North Slope
gas; and the Governor has a plan which will soon be announced.
We agreed that the media had contributed to the negative interpretation. This
discussion ended amicably, and we agreed to keep talking to each other as the
pipeline issues evolve.
As a separate matter, Meg, Bruce Anders, and I should talk further - Bruce
and I spoke today - about how to project Alaska's message to the DC and
national media.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
i wkatzfgjalaskadc . org . Thank you .
>>> On 2/19/2007 at 2:02 pm, Sarah Palin <gov.sarah@yahoo.com> wrote:
You're right.
Tibbies - can you get that ASAP, and/or talk to Katz ASAP on this! If you
can't, please delgate it to someone else as soon as you possibly can. Meg
can get a statement out that includes anything positive FERC can offer as
soon as she receives it.
We should have done this right when the report came out and naysayers
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began capitalizing on the statement that's been repeated now so often.
Can you have Katz also put in writing what the three FERC persons reported to
him about the true meaning of the report's comments re: Alaska's slippage.
please. ASAP, thanks.
Meghan Stapleton <akpresssec@yahoo.com> wrote:
We need a letter from FERC - truly ASAP. It's killing us and it's not even
how they feel.
Forwarded Message —
From: Scott Heyworth <heyworth@gci.net>
To: Bill Ward <LowrFalls@aol.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2007 10:02:17 PM
Subject: NYTImes: With New Pipeline Plan, Alaska's Governor Enters Precarious
Territory
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included information for research and educational purposes.
Juneau Journal
With New Pipeline Plan, Alaska's Governor Enters Precarious Territory
Charles Mason for The New York Times
Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska greeting her husband, Todd, a champion
snowmobiler, after a race in Fairbanks.
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By WILLIAM YARDLEY
Published: February 19, 2007
JUNEAU, Alaska, — The new administration of Gov. Sarah Palin has been full
of firsts. Ms. Palin, a Republican, is Alaska's first female governor and, at 42, its
youngest.
She held her inauguration in frosty Fairbanks, a first that suited her
conservative supporters but slighted the traditional host, this rainy, remote and
less Republican state capital. She also appears to be the only governor in history
whose spouse is a champion snowmobile racer and a former Arctic oil worker,
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and is widely referred to as First Dude.
Now, two months after taking office, Ms. Palin wants to become the first Alaska
governor to deliver what many others have sought without success: construction
of a $30 billion pipeline to transport natural gas from the state's North Slope to
markets in the lower 48 states.
It is an enormous project that could strengthen Alaska's energy-based economy
for decades to come, while also, according to some estimates, supplying 7 percent
of the nation's natural gas annually.
But pulling off this first is shaping up to be more complicated.
Elected by a wide margin after promising to bring "new energy" and
"transparency" to the pipeline project, Ms. Palin took office in December and
immediately backed away from the negotiations that her predecessor, Frank H.
Murkowski, had been pursuing with the three major energy companies that
control much of the land where gas would be developed.
Ms. Palin has long criticized those negotiations as back-room dealings whose
extensive incentives and tax breaks would have benefited the energy companies,
BP, Exxon Mobil and ConocoPhillips, far more than they would have Alaska.
"Don't get me started," she said in an interview in her Capitol office on
Thursday.
So next month, Ms. Palin intends to introduce the Alaska Gasline Inducement
Act, a bill that would open the bidding to new players, as well as the old ones.
She says her plan would ensure new jobs and access to gas for state residents.
She also says that whoever gets to control the pipeline must allow for its potential
expansion so that other gas developers can use it at reasonable prices, thus
encouraging more development.
The new plan, however, would delay a formal agreement until next year at the
earliest, and it would be another decade, until 2018, before the pipeline was in
operation.
Ms. Palin won votes last fall for vowing to take just such steps, but in taking
them, she has stirred concern beyond Alaska at a time when the Bush
administration says it wants to develop new sources of energy.
In a report to Congress last month, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
said "the schedule for an Alaska gas pipeline has slipped considerably." The
state's senior senator, Ted Stevens, a Republican famous for bringing big projects
home, has openly expressed worry.
And on Tuesday, Rex W. Tillerson, the chairman and chief executive of Exxon
Mobil, one of the companies that hopes to build the pipeline, said: "I don't really
know where we are. I don't think it looks like Alaska knows where it wants to go,
either."
Ms. Palin dismissed that talk. But next week, when she attends a National
Governors Association meeting in Washington, she plans to visit Alaska's
Congressional delegation and meet with officials at Exxon Mobil and the Federal
Energy Regulatory Commission, among others. Besides putting minds at ease,
she said, she wants to broaden the appeal of the project with the goal of gaining
leverage in negotiations.
"This project is so much bigger than Alaska and Alaska's interests," Ms. Palin
said. "This is for the nation. This is to supply domestically safe sources of fuel.
We're going to be able to do that. We should be leading in a national energy plan."
The report by the energy commission suggested just such thinking, although it
had a more urgent tone than in earlier assessments and sprinkled in some
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skepticism.
"The main obstacle to progress on an Alaskan gas pipeline is the failure to
resolve state issues necessary before a project sponsor will commit to go forward,"
the report said. "The fresh competitive approach announced by the new governor
must be successful if Alaska gas is to be part of the nation's energy supply
solution in the coming years."
Steve Rinehart, a spokesman for BP Exploration Alaska, which controls the
most land in the area expected to be developed first, said that with natural gas
prices projected to stay relatively high and oil production on the North Slope
declining, "the time has come to bring that gas to market."
"It makes sense economically," Mr. Rinehart said. "It makes sense for the life of
this oil field."
But in the past, aides to Ms. Palin said, the big energy companies refused to
commit to expanding the pipeline or to allow outside companies to use it for
reasonable fees.
Mr. Rinehart disagreed. "We were ready to address those issues," he said, "but
the process stopped."
Critical to pushing a plan through is the state's 60-member, Republican-
controlled Legislature. Mr. Murkowski, a former United States senator, clashed
with state lawmakers over his pipeline plan through his final days in office. Ms.
Palin, by contrast, has echoed their concerns about giving away too much in tax
breaks to the energy companies.
"What the governor has is a lot of credibility with the public," said State
Representative John Harris, the speaker of the House. "She's been a breath of
fresh air, in my opinion."
Lyda Green, president of the Senate, said Ms. Palin came to office without the
intimate knowledge of the energy and financial industries that Mr. Murkowski
had. But "she's a very quick study," Ms. Green said. "She has good people around
her."
Ms. Palin has brought back some top staff members who left in protest over how
Mr. Murkowski had been conducting the pipeline negotiations. Now she wants
them to help her complete the deal that Mr. Murkowski never could.
"We are crafting this whole process with our arms open, even for Exxon," Ms.
Palin said. "Come on in and let us know what you have in terms of a proposal to
commercialize Alaska's natural gas."
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 8:02 AM
To: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Hello
This is in the Frontiersman today.
Original Message
From: Jack Krill [mailto:jkrill@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 12:04 AM
To: ' Ivy Frye'
Subject: RE: Hello
Hey Ivy - The Fire Service Area Board met tonight to go over all of the
charges in public and they voted to reinstate me as soon as possible! We'll
have to see now what the Borough does .
Original Message
From: Jack Krill [mailto:jkrill@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 1:31 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Subject: RE: Hello
Hey Ivy, forgot to say Happy (belated) Valentines Day! It was good to chat
last night, sounds like things are going very well for you in Juneau, it
must be exciting to work for Sarah.
The other thing I was going to give you a heads up on was that I planned on
sending in my resume with a cover letter to Commissioner Monegan for the
State Fire Marshal (Director of Division of Fire Prevention) position that
is currently vacant. With all of the controversy and stuff I am going
through right now, 1 can understand if they would want to stay away from
considering me for a state position.
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Monday at 6pm is the public meeting with the Fire Service Area Board of
Supervisors for them to see both sides and decide to either support or not
support the Borough Manager's decision to terminate. I can explain more
later, but I still have faith that things will work out in the end.
Give me a call sometime, Privileged .
Original Message
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 7:18 PM
To: Jack Krill
Subject: RE: Hello
Whenever you have time. Happy valentines day I
Original Message
From: "Jack Krill" <j krill @yahoo.com>
To: "'Ivy Frye'" <ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us>
Sent: 2/14/07 4:32 PM
Subject: RE: Hello
What's a good time to call?
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:47 AM
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To: 'Jack Krill 1
Subject: RE: Hello
Jack,
Great to hear from you! Thanks for the email. How are things with you? 1
hope everything is coming together up there. I'm not impressed with some of
the people up that way, but I guess I shouldn't talk about it in email.
Give me a call some time if you have the chance. Privileged!.
From: Jack Krill [mailto:jkrill@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 10:09 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Hello
Hi Ivy! Congratulations on your new job, hope everything is going well!
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 12:24 PM
To: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Financial Disclosure ammendment
From: John Bitney [mailto:john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 10:06 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Cc: 'Christopher Clark'
Subject: RE: Financial Disclosure ammendment
We've given the amendment to Senate Judiciary for inclusion in the Governor's bill.
The House subcommittee will take up their version this week.
It will appear this week... my prediction
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 3:56 PM
To: 'John Bitney'
Subject: Financial Disclosure ammendment
JB,
Just wanted to check in and see where this was. I think you said the last time it was in Judiciary. Keep up the
great work.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Joe Balash [Joe_Balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 2:20 PM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); 'govpalin@gov.state.ak.us'
Cc: Mason; Janice L (GOV); 'Martha Fischbach"
Subject: Briefing paper for Alliance meeting 2/21
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MEMORANDUM STATE OF ALASKA
Office of the Governor
TO: Governor Sarah Palin DATE: 2/20/07
FROM: JoeBalash TELEPHONE: 907-465-4022
SUBJECT: Briefing paper regarding meeting with the Alliance on 2/21/07
Founded in 1979, the Alaska Support Industry Alliance represents companies and
organizations that provide goods and services for Alaska's oil, gas and mineral
industries. There are 400+ member companies who provide 30,000 Alaskan jobs. The
Alliance is a 501(c)(6) trade association and has chapters in Anchorage, Fairbanks and
Kenai.
The Alliance hosts the annual Meet Alaska conference and trade show in Anchorage—
which you addressed in January. They conduct an annual Juneau fly-in, which is why
they are in Juneau this week. They also engage in direct lobbying on industry issues.
Last year, they were able to generate significant pro-industry testimony during the
hearings on PPT and will likely play a leading role in testimony on AGIA. As an
organization, they support a highway project as opposed to an LNG project.
Their 2007 Legislative Priorities are:
1. Legislative Approval of a Gas Fiscal Contract which:
• Encourages earliest possible construction of a pipeline
• Promotes use of Alaskan contractors and suppliers
• Guarantees fair and open competition for pipeline work
• Provides for in-state access to supplies
• Ensures 3 rd -party access and expansion capability
2. No reconsideration of PPT adopted in 2006
3. Promote a positive business climate for oil and gas reinvestment
• They cite the need to reinvest $60 billion over the next 10 years to sustain
base production and pursue new exploration and development
4. Fiscal Responsibility —advocates for a fiscal plan now, while surpluses are in effect
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5. Support legislation that promotes the development of a highly skilled and globally
competitive resident Alaskan workforce that will meet the current and future needs of
the oil, gas and mining industries.
6. Oppose any legislation pre-empting or undermining the regulatory and permitting
process for the Pebble Mine project.
The Alliance is governed by a 14-member board of directors with 5 executive officers.
The president of the organization is Jim Palmer, a private consultant who previously
worked at BP. One of his leading clients is Pioneer Oil. The executive director is Paul
Laird, former spokesman for BP.
These board members are likely to be very sympathetic to the arguments put forward
by the Producers on AGIA. You may even get some criticism with regard to your
comments on Exxon, Point Thomson, and the content of your speeches. Don't let them
lay blame at your doorstep. Make sure they understand that you have met with the
Producers, you have asked them to participate constructively in the formation of AGIA,
and their response has been to try and get you back off. Looking at their state
priorities/ goals for a fiscal contract, you share many of the same goals. AGIA is
designed to accomplish each of those: early construction, Alaska hire, in-state use,
competition for jobs, and access for explorers.
cc: Mike Tibbies, Chief of Staff
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21 , 2007 8:12 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Talis J Colberg
Cc: Christopher G Clark; John W Bitney; Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Railroad Board Financial Disclosure
But remember also we've been told we don't need legislative "permission" to require this... that it can be a
rule adopted by the appointing authority, correct?
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 12:24 PM
To: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Financial Disclosure ammendment
From: John Bitney [mailto:john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 10:06 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Cc: 'Christopher Clark'
Subject: RE: Financial Disclosure ammendment
We've given the amendment to Senate Judiciary for inclusion in the Governor's bill.
The House subcommittee will take up their version this week.
It will appear this week. . . my prediction
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 16, 2007 3:56 PM
To: 'John Bitney'
Subject: Financial Disclosure ammendment
JB,
Just wanted to check in and see where this was. I think you said the last time it was in Judiciary. Keep
up the great work.
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2007 8:14 AM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Martha K Rutherford; Tom
E Irwin
Subject: alliance meeting
Kari/Mike: What is the format for today's Alliance briefing, and who will be attending?
Need Mail bonding?
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Unknown
From: Katz, John W (GOV) [/0=SOA/OU=FIRST ADMINISTRATIVE
GROUP/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=JWKATZ]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21 , 2007 7:56 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Nyholm; Allison J (GOV); Chip Abernathy; Roger L Sampson; Denby S Lloyd; Kim; Anna C (GOV);
Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Smith; Lynne M (GOV);
Meghan N Stapleton; Nizich; Michael A (GOV); 2008051 5kkjackson_A
Subject: Governor's DC Trip/Additional Talking Points
Per my previous email, I have attached talking points prepared by the
agencies on the following additional issues:
• No Child Left Behind
• Subsistence Management
• Impact of Endangered Species Act on Alaska
• Aquaculture Legislation
• Medicaid, Medicare, and SCHIP
P.S.
Allison Nyholm and Chip Abernathy have signed up to provide staff support at
NGA. Allison handles health, social services, education, etc., and Chip works
on natural resource issues.
Of course, I am available to assist in any way necessary. My phone numbers
are: 202-624-5858 (work) and (Privileged or Persd(home)
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
iwkatz@alaskadc.org . Thank you .
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [Governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2007 3:06 PM
To: 'Russ Kelly'; Bailey; Frank (Dept. of Admin)
Subject: FW: Public__Safety
I'm not sure what to do with this. He wrote again yesterday, complaining that he never received a
response. Is there any way to find his comments and let him know they were received and appreciated?
-Michelle
From: hwmedic2@netscape.net [mailto:hwmedic2@netscape.net]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 3:37 PM
To: governor@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Public_Safety
No one ever suggested that the Gov. would respond. The clearly stated original request for
ideas, also clearly stated that someone from the "Transition Team" for each group would
respond. I don't for a minute expect the Gov. herself to respond.
Original Message
From: governor@gov.state.ak.us
To: hwmedic2@aol.com
Sent: Mon, 5 Feb 2007 1 :30 PM
Subject: RE: Public_Safety
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions,
and/or information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable
to
respond to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by
the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov . state . ak . us [ mailto : WebMail@qov . state . ak . us ]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 7:26 AM
To: governor®qov . state . ak . us
Subject: Public_Safety
Web mail from: Mr. harry wasserman
address: 8124 poplar juneau AK 99801
MESSAGE :
When the Gov. was first elected, she solicited suggestions in various areas
including Public safety. A
promise was made that all submissions would receive a response. I have never
had a response to my
suggestions/comments. I think the Gov. is doing a fine job and hope it all
continues. I still would
like to know if what I wrote was of use, or was even read?
hwmedic2@aol . com
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Bailey, Frank (Dept. of Admin) [/0=DEC/OU=JUNEAU/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=FRANK_BAILEY]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21 , 2007 3:1 5 PM
To: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'Russ Kelly'
Subject: RE: Public_Safety
Hi Michelle,
All "Voices" had an individual personal response sent back by a member of the Transition Team. Mr Wasserman
received a generalized response on December 9 th . The files were sent to the Commissioners of each
department. The names/email addresses were withheld per Mike Tibbies, so the Commissioners would not have
been able to respond.
His comment is attached, it may be good to forward over to the Commissioner Monegan's office for comment?
Hope this helps. If not let me know what I can do.
fb
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:Governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2007 3:06 PM
To: 'Russ Kelly'; Bailey, Frank (Dept. of Admin)
Subject: FW: Public_Safety
I'm not sure what to do with this. He wrote again yesterday, complaining that he never received a response. Is
there any way to find his comments and let him know they were received and appreciated?
-Michelle
From: hwmedic2@netscape.net [mailto:hwmedic2@netscape.net]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 3:37 PM
To: governor@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: PublicjSafety
No one ever suggested that the Gov. would respond. The clearly stated original request for ideas, also
clearly stated that someone from the "Transition Team" for each group would respond. I don't for a
minute expect the Gov. herself to respond.
Original Message
From: governor@gov.state.ak.us
To: hwmedic2@aol.com
Sent: Mon, 5 Feb 2007 1 :30 PM
Subject: RE: Public_Safety
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions,
and/or information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to
respond to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
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Original Message
F ^om: WebMail@qov . state . ak . us f mailto:WebMail@aov.state.ak.us 1
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 7:26 AM
To: qovernor@aov. state. ak. us
Subject: Public_Safety
Web mail from: Mr. harry wasserman
address: 8124 poplar juneau AK 99801
MESSAGE:
When the Gov. was first elected, she solicited suggestions in various areas
including Public safety. A
promise was made that all submissions would receive a response. I have never
had a response to my
suggestions /comments. I think the Gov. is doing a fine job and hope it all
continues. I still would
like to know if what I wrote was of use, or was even read?
hwmedic2@aol . com
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21 , 2007 8:34 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: alliance meeting
Importance: High
I have your list of attendees, and bullets from Joe Balash here.... do you want me to fax it over to the Mansion?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2007 8:14 AM
To: kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us;
marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us
Subject: alliance meeting
Kari/Mike: What is the format for today's Alliance briefing, and who will be attending?
Need Mail bonding?
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8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2007 8:34 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: alliance meeting
Importance: High
I have your list of attendees, and bullets from Joe Balash here.... do you want me to fax it over to the Mansion?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2007 8:14 AM
To: kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us;
marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us
Subject: alliance meeting
Kari/Mike: What is the format for today's Alliance briefing, and who will be attending?
Need Mail bonding?
Go to the Yahoo! Mail O&A for great tips from Yahoo! Answers users.
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 9:59 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; John Bitney
Subject: Fwd: Thank you for your support!
Corey Rossi <adcman@alaska.com> wrote:
From: "Corey Rossi" <adcman@alaska.com>
To: <adcman@alaska.com>
Subject: Thank you for your support!
Date: Thu, 22 Feb 2007 09:17:44 -0900
To All:
Thank you for your gracious support of my efforts to serve as Alaska's
Commissioner of Fish and Game, as well as your later support for me becoming
Deputy Commissioner of Game. The overwhelming response from you and
hundreds of others was both flattering and humbling.
As you are all aware, I have said from the beginning, that if the Governor
desired to utilize my knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist with her
"abundance management" agenda, I would give her my very best effort.
While I would have been quite honored by the opportunity to see the Governor
's agenda through to fruition, the human dynamics of the selection process
simply didn't work out that way. As most have probably heard by now, two
long-time ADFG managers have been selected to fill the positions. The
Governor selected Denby Lloyd for Commissioner, and Lloyd later selected Ken
Taylor for Deputy Commissioner of Game. The Governor did not contact me
regarding these selections, but I am confident she and her advisors did what
they deemed best for the state and its fish and game resources.
I know that the choices made by the Governor and her staff are disappointing
to those who had hoped to see more immediate evidence of the positive
changes toward the management for abundance the Governor has promised.
Nevertheless, from the beginning, all have agreed to work diligently to
identify and correct the ADF&G policies associated with the failure to
maintain our big game populations. Given that the Governor's chosen
leadership now has that responsibility, our immediate task is to work
constructively with them to attain the common goals we share with the
Governor, even though the approach to success seems more difficult than many
would have prescribed.
All are aware of the Governor's commitment to changes at ADF&G. Now that
she has selected her leadership, perhaps all should postpone judgment until
they have had an opportunity to see what it is the new leadership is
proposing. Everyone is keenly aware that we will have yet another
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vulnerable crop of calves and lambs coming within the next couple of months.
If the Governor's leaders are going to implement the sweeping changes for
which all are so hopeful, it will be quite evident within the next few
weeks.
Although our collective efforts have been taxing for all of us (and
personally trying for me), the "silver lining" for me is the affirmation
that the "Abundance Agenda" is alive and well in the hearts of Alaskans. In
making the wonderful acquaintance of all of you, I have come to realize that
this abundance vision (that the sportsmen and subsistence users hold so
dear) is far bigger than I or any other potential appointee. Your voices
have been heard, and I am more convinced than ever that this hope of a
return to Constitutional resource management will one day be realized,
though more likely because of your work than because my individual efforts.
Nonetheless, to the extent the Governor and ADF&G allow it, I will continue
to work in any way I can to assist with the implementation of the abundance
management vision. Unless the Governor proposes a more productive
alternative, any further efforts on my part will come from my current
position with USDA's Wildlife Services Program.
Again, I thank you all! Your passion for your principles and your
commitment to constitutional management have been truly inspirational.
I apologize to any I may miss with this letter, but I only have email
addresses for the 200 or so individuals who contacted me directly. To
protect individual privacy, you have all been "blind cc'd" this
communication. Please convey my appreciation to those within your
acquaintance who were so supportive, yet may not receive this message
because I do not have their email address.
Sincerely, Corey Rossi
Food fight? Enjoy some healthy debate
in the Yahoo! Answers Food & Drink Q&A.
11/10/2009
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From: Anchorage Daily News [adn@nandomedia.com] on behalf of Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 7:37 AM
To: Martha K Rutherford; Tom E Irwin; Meghan N Stapleton; Bruce F Anders; Balash; Joseph R
(GOV); Sharon W Leighow
Subject: Blocking economic development is not an honor
The following adn.com article was sent by:
Palin (gov . sarah@yahoo . com)
And Palin had this to say:
Note Brennen's VOT editorial.
Blocking economic development is not an honor
Published: February 22, 2007
Alaska needs a new wildlife refuge like it needs a hole in
the head. It already has 58 million acres of designated wilderness
and another 90 million acres of parks, wildlife refuges,
preserves and other conservation units.
That's out of a total land area of about 365 million acres
- approximately 41 percent of Alaska's land area is largely
locked away in the hands of government agencies of one kind
or another.
The big rush is on by opponents of Pebble Mine, who would
do anything to block development of one of the world's largest
mineral deposits and foreclose thousands of jobs the mine
could generate. Many of those jobs would go to the people
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of Bristol Bay. Not those who visit in summer to fish; those
who live in the area year-round.
You can read the full story online at :
http://www.adn.com/opinion/voice/story/8661397p-8553139c.html
This article is protected by copyright and should not be
printed or distributed for anything except personal use.
For information on reprinting this article or placing it
on your Web site, please contact the Daily News marketing
department at (907) 257-4429 or marketing@adn.com.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 1 1 :37 AM
To: Sarah Palin; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Jackson; Karleen
Subject: Health Council
Governor Palin,
I hope you are having a good trip. I wanted to let you know we've had inquiries from legislators regarding serving
on the Health Council. Rep Doll, in particular, would like to serve. I wanted to run it by you and Commissioner
Jackson before I respond to their office.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 1 1 :45 AM
To: Sarah Palin; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Permanent Fund Corporation
Governor Palin and Mr. Tibbies,
I received a call from the Corporation and also from Commissioner Galvin regarding the upcoming meeting (next
Wed and Thurs). Galvin, as Commissioner of Revenue, is required by statute to serve on the board. Another
seat should be filled by a "head of a principal department of the governor's designation." In the past the
Commissioner of DNR, Commerce or the AG has served as the designee. Galvin recommends Irwin, Colberg or
Notti.
I can let the Corporation know which commissioner will serve if either of you can respond back via email or phone
with a name.
Hope all is well back east!
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 2:22 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Michelle Fabrello
Subject: RE: book "Oh No! We're Gonna Die"
Governor, how should we proceed with this request? Kari.
From: Bob Bell [mailto:bbell@frbcmh.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 1:26 PM
To: governor@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: book "Oh No! We're Gonna Die"
Governor Palin: I would like to ask a small favor. When we met at the Alliance annual meeting you said you were
about done with my book and would pass in on to your dad. We are planning a second printing and I would really
appreciate a squib from you. A squib is just a brief comment on the book that we put on the inside flap of the
cover. An example is Rick Mystrom's squib " Few Alaskans have more outdoor experiences and tales to tell than
Bob Bell. He lives the Alaska that many just dream about and now he is sharing them with others in a fun
adventure-filled book". If you are willing to do a squib I might suggest something like " As the governor of Alaska I
travel throughout the state. Therefore I have visited many of the places and met many of the people in Bob's
book. His fun and adventure filled stories do these people and places justice and reflect the sprit of Alaska." This
is just a suggestion. If you want write anything you feel is appropriate. I look forward to serving on the game board
and if I can help in any way on the gasoline let me know. Bob
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 2:22 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Michelle Fabrello
Subject: RE: book "Oh No! We're Gonna Die"
Governor, how should we proceed with this request? Kari.
From: Bob Bell [mailto:bbell@frbcmh.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 1:26 PM
To: governor@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: book "Oh No! We're Gonna Die"
Governor Palin: I would like to ask a small favor. When we met at the Alliance annual meeting you said you were
about done with my book and would pass in on to your dad. We are planning a second printing and I would really
appreciate a squib from you. A squib is just a brief comment on the book that we put on the inside flap of the
cover. An example is Rick Mystrom's squib " Few Alaskans have more outdoor experiences and tales to tell than
Bob Bell. He lives the Alaska that many just dream about and now he is sharing them with others in a fun
adventure-filled book". If you are willing to do a squib I might suggest something like " As the governor of Alaska I
travel throughout the state. Therefore I have visited many of the places and met many of the people in Bob's
book. His fun and adventure filled stories do these people and places justice and reflect the sprit of Alaska." This
is just a suggestion. If you want write anything you feel is appropriate. I look forward to serving on the game board
and if I can help in any way on the gasoline let me know. Bob
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent Friday, February 23, 2007 1 1 :45 AM
To: Sarah Palin; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Permanent Fund Corporation
Governor Palin and Mr. Tibbies,
I received a call from the Corporation and also from Commissioner Galvin regarding the upcoming meeting (next
Wed and Thurs). Galvin, as Commissioner of Revenue, is required by statute to serve on the board. Another
seat should be filled by a "head of a principal department of the governor's designation." In the past the
Commissioner of DNR, Commerce or the AG has served as the designee. Galvin recommends Irwin, Colberg or
Notti.
I can let the Corporation know which commissioner will serve if either of you can respond back via email or phone
with a name.
Hope all is well back east!
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 2:03 PM
To: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: FW: Press Release: Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
Thought you guys might want to see this,
iv
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 1:55 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Subject: FW: Press Release: Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
From: Wilda Laughlin [mailto:Wilda_Laughlin@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 1:34 PM
Subject: Press Release: Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
Resolution Directs House to Begin Trial
JUNEAU — Sen. Tom Wagoner, R-Kenai, will introduce a resolution Monday directing the State House
to begin an impeachment trial to remove indicted University of Alaska Regent James C. Hayes.
"I thought long and hard before I decided to go through with the resolution to impeach Regent Hayes. I
have met the gentleman, I have served with him on the postsecondary commission, I like him as a
person, but when the university is put in the position that they have a regent who has been indicted by
the federal government, I think that casts a pall over the whole Board of Regents and the university
administration," Sen. Wagoner said.
The resolution refers the matter to the House of Representatives for a trial on impeachment for the
removal of Mr. Hayes from the University of Alaska Board of Regents.
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The resolution states that the Senate finds by clear and convincing evidence that Mr. Hayes has
committed an impeachable offense by his unauthorized use of the University of Alaska Seal to secure
funding for his personal benefit and use, and by being unable or unwilling to carry out his duties to the
University of Alaska as demonstrated by his past and continuing absences from the meetings of the
Board of Regents.
A federal grand jury in Anchorage has indicted Mr. Hayes on multiple counts of theft, conspiracy and
money laundering, charging that Mr. Hayes and his wife improperly diverted $825,000 from federal
grants that were supposed to go to LOVE Social Services Center.
Hayes' 8-year appointment to the Board of Regents expires in 201 1, and he has stated he intends to
serve out his term.
"I think the right thing for him to do would be step down. If he isn't willing to do that, then I am willing
to go the last step we have, and that's an impeachment resolution and start the impeachment process,
because nobody should be allowed to sit in a seat when they have this much controversy surrounding
them dealing with the Board of Regents. I just don't think that's right," Sen. Wagoner said.
NOTE: A sound actuality from Sen. Wagoner can be downloaded
from the following link:
http: //www. aksenateminority.com/raedia/25/wagoner2007022301a.mp3
Wilda Laughlin
Press Officer
Senate Republican Caucus
907.465.4747
cell: 907.321.4369
Capitol, Room 7
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 2:25 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Governor Sarah Palin; Michael Tibbies
Subject: FW: 2007 Memo to Attend
Importance: High
Governor, I forwarded this to Gary and Tom, too. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Republican Governors Association [mailto:RGA@RGA.ORG]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 9:17 AM
To: Republican Governors Association
Subject: 2007 Memo to Attend
Importance: High
"A Celebration of America's Leaders'*
TO: "A CELEBRATION OF AMERICA 'S LEADERS" ATTENDEE
FROM: GOVERNOR SONNY PERDUE
CHAERMAN, REPUBLICAN GOVERNORS ASSOCIATION
DATE: FEBRUARY 23, 2007
RE: "A CELEBRATION OF AMERICA'S LEADERS"- FEBRUARY 26, 2007
The RGA's "A Celebration of America 's Leaders " is only a few days away and I wanted to send you a
quick update on the program.
Please note that this year's event will be a "stand-up" reception rather than a "sit-down" dinner. The
reception will take place at The National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. on Monday, February
26th.
We are pleased to report that many of our Republican Governors and their senior staff will be in
attendance.
If you have not already contacted the RGA with your attendance response, please do so
immediately. You may contact the RGA at (202) 662-4920 or r ga@.rea.org
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As always, thank you for your support and I look forward to seeing you on Monday.
TICKET PICK-UP / WILL CALL INFORMATION / DRESS
Tickets will be available for pick up under each guest's last name :
Monday, February 26 th 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
National Building Museum
401 F Street, NW, Washington, D.C. *** (USE G STREET ENTRANCE)
PH: (202)662-4920
**Dress for the event: Business attire
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
Due to increased security measures the following procedures will be in place to ensure our guests
safety.
*** ADMITTANCE WILL REQUIRE: ***
1. Valid Event Ticket
2. Valid photo I.D.
3. Name listed on the RGARSVP list
* In addition, all guests will be required to go through a magnetometer security check before entering
the event.
VIP'S
We are pleased to report that the following Republican Governors, their senior staff, many United States
Cabinet and Administration Officials and Members of Congress will be in attendance.
GOVERNORS ATTENDING
(as of 2/23/07)
Governor Rick Perry, Texas, Event Chairman
Governor Sonny Perdue, Georgia, RGA Chairman
Governor Matt Blunt, Missouri, RGA Vice Chairman
Governor Sarah Palin, Alaska
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, California
Governor Felix P. Camacho, Guam
Governor Linda Lingle, Hawaii
Governor C.L. "Butch" Otter, Idaho
Governor Ernie Fletcher, Kentucky
Governor Tim Pawlenty, Minnesota
Governor Haley Barbour, Mississippi
Governor Dave Heineman, Nebraska
Governor Jim Gibbons, Nevada
Governor John Hoeven, North Dakota
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Governor Donald L. Carcieri, Rhode Island
Governor Mike Rounds, South Dakota
Governor Jim Douglas, Vermont
CANCELLATIONS
If you have any cancellations for the February 26 th event, please call the RGA at (202) 662-4920.
QUESTIONS
If you have not already contacted the RGA with your RSVP, please do so immediately . You may
contact the RGA offices at (202) 662-4920.
Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you on February 26 th !
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Friday, February 23, 2007 4:23 PM
Sarah Palin; Governor Sarah Palin
'John Bitney'; Michael Tibbies; Katz; John W (GOV); Mike Nizich; Joe Balash; Meghan
Stapleton; Gary R Wheeler; tom_lopez@gov.state.ak.us
Chuck Hamel
Importance: High
Chuck Hamel has been calling nonstop to try and get an appointment with you while you are in DC. He says he
has important FBI information about corruption at Prudhoe Bay that you need to know about. I have asked both
Joe Balash and Meg Stapleton to call him. John Bitney recommends you do not talk to him directly, that one of
your staff should. John wants somebody from the staff to find out what he's calling about so he doesn't spring
something on you. He knows you are in DC for NGA so he may try to run into you somewhere, he is very
adamant about talking directly to you.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
8/31/2009
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RE: DC Press Briefing Page 1 of 2
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2007 10:22 AM
To: Katz; John W (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Chip Abernathy; Governor Sarah Palin; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Meghan N
Stapleton; Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: RE: DC Press Briefing
Katz's office is fine for wrap-up mtg.
sarah
Original Message —
From: "John Katz" <jwkatz@alaskadc.org>
To: "Mike Tibbies" <mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us>
Cc: "Chip Abernathy" <cabernathy@alaskadc.org>; "Governor Sarah Palin" <govpalin@gov.state.ak.us>; "Joseph
Balash" <joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us>; "Kari Spencer" <kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us>; "Meghan Stapleton"
<meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>; "Mike Nizich" <mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us>
Sent: 2/23/07 9:22 AM
Subject: RE: DC Press Briefing
Dealing with NGA can be a frustrating experience, but I think we've made some progress today:
The NGA press release that I forwarded yesterday to the Governor and you describes a draft workplan for the
Natural Resources Committee to implement during the 1 10th Congress. As mentioned, the release did not include a
reference to oil and gas.
However, because of our previous advocacy, the workplan itself was amended slightly to include "Enhancing
America's energy independence by reducing U.S. consumption of transportation fuels and sustaining domestic
production in an environmentally responsible manner."
I said that we would prefer a specific mention of measures to sustain and enhance domestic production of oil and gas
in an environmentally sensitive manner. Committee staff is discussing this now, but thought that any reference to
enhancing production would be a problem given opposition to specific energy projects in certain states. I will hear
back soon on how far we can go at the staff level and will let you know.
It should be noted that we are dealing with the Committee's workplan, not new NGA policy. I have attached the
existing NGA policy for your ready reference. As you will note, Sections 18.4.1 and 18.4.2 express support for
measures to enhance the domestic production of oil and gas and even specifically mention the Alaska natural gas
pipeline (the highway route). It is unusual for NGA policy to support or oppose specific projects.
The energy policy is scheduled for reconsideration at the summer meeting of NGA. There may be an effort to
amend it on an interim basis but not at the upcoming winter meeting.
Even if the Governor misses the Monday meeting of the Natural Resources Committee, she will have the
opportunity to talk about oil and gas/the natural gas pipeline in one of the Governors' Only Sessions. I would
recommend that she make specific mention of her pipeline plans and the need, as an NGA priority, to enhance
environmentally responsible oil and gas development.
Given the foregoing, I don't think the Governor should be subject to any criticism. The existing NGA policy on oil
and gas remains in tact for now; hopefully, the workplan can be further amended; and she should have an
opportunity to talk with her colleagues about the gas pipeline and other energy issues.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address isjwkatz@alaskadc.org. Thank you .
>» On 2/23/2007 at 1 1:24:47 am, in message <0JDX00LHXC9DM5@smtpj.state.ak.us>, Mike Tibbies
<mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
John,
I am not that familiar with the NGA resolution process but it sure seems like we need some indication from the
resource committee that oil and gas or at least the gas pipine is important to the nation. Given the schedule conflicts
with the resource committee time it appears as if our only hope is to seek out certain Governors to share our views.
The Governor did receive an ivitation from WGA to meet with the Speaker but again it was at a time already filled.
Our priority is to meet with the companies and federal officials regarding AGIA; however, I am concerned that we
will get killed back home it we return from NGA without being successful at getting the Gov's colleagues to support
us.
11/10/2009
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RE: DC Press Briefing Page 2 of 2
Original Message
From: "John Katz" <jwkatz@ALASKADC.org>
To: "Meghan Stapleton" <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>
Cc: "Michael Tibbies" <mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us>
Sent; 2/22/07 7:42 AM
Subject: DC Press Briefing
P.S.
We've just been told that none of the large conference rooms in this building is available for the time we need. We could
reconfigure our conference room to squeeze in about 15 people. Otherwise, we will need to seek space elsewhere.
Since we have not yet caught up with each other, I have reserved a large conference room in this building for a possible
press conference.
This will give the Governor the flexibility to invite a larger group of media or to restrict participation to the Alaska/DC
stringers. If the latter, the small conference room in our office should be sufficient.
Please advise on which direction you want to go.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address isjwkatz@alaskadc.org. Thank you .
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2007 1 0:22 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: Press Release: Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
Take chris hayes off the one bd we have control over. Thanks. Replace her w/cynthia
erickson.
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye" <ivy_f rye@gov. state . ak.us>
To: "govpalin@gov. state. ak. us" <govpalin@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Michael Tibbies"
<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
Sent: 2/23/07 2:03 PM
Subject: FW: Press Release: Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
Thought you guys might want to see this.
IV
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 1:55 PM
To : ' Ivy Frye '
Subject: FW: Press Release: Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
PRA GSP01 0000341
From: Wilda Laughlin [mailto:Wilda_Laughlin@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 1:34 PM
Subject: Press Release: Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
Wagoner Calls for Hayes Impeachment
Resolution Directs House to Begin Trial
JUNEAU-Sen. Tom Wagoner, R-Kenai, will introduce a resolution Monday
directing the State House to begin an impeachment trial to remove indicted
University of Alaska Regent James C. Hayes.
"I thought long and hard before I decided to go through with the resolution
to impeach Regent Hayes. I have met the gentleman, I have served with him on
the postsecondary commission, I like him as a person, but when the
university is put in the position that they have a regent who has been
indicted by the federal government, I think that casts a pall over the whole
Board of Regents and the university administration," Sen. Wagoner said.
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The resolution refers the matter to the House of Representatives for a trial
on impeachment for the removal of Mr. Hayes from the University of Alaska
Board of Regents.
The resolution states that the Senate finds by clear and convincing evidence
that Mr. Hayes has committed an impeachable offense by his unauthorized use
of the University of Alaska Seal to secure funding for his personal benefit
and use, and by being unable or unwilling to carry out his duties to the
University of Alaska as demonstrated by his past and continuing absences
from the meetings of the Board of Regents.
A federal grand jury in Anchorage has indicted Mr. Hayes on multiple counts
of theft, conspiracy and money laundering, charging that Mr. Hayes and his
wife improperly diverted $825,000 from federal grants that were supposed to
go to LOVE Social Services Center.
Hayes' 8-year appointment to the Board of Regents expires in 2011, and he
has stated he intends to serve out his term.
"I think the right thing for him to do would be step down. If he isn't
willing to do that, then I am willing to go the last step we have, and
that's an impeachment resolution and start the impeachment process, because
nobody should be allowed to sit in a seat when they have this much
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controversy surrounding them dealing with the Board of Regents. I just don't
think that's right," Sen. Wagoner said.
###
NOTE: A sound actuality from Sen. Wagoner can be downloaded from the
following link:
http://www.aksenateminority.com/media/25/wagoner2007022301a.mp3
Wilda Laughlin
Press Officer
Senate Republican Caucus
907.465.4747
cell: 907.321.4369
Capitol, Room 7
PRA GSP01 0000344
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2007 9:32 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: Permanent Fund Corporation
Notti should do it
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye "<ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us >
To : " ' Sarah Palin ' " <gov . sarah@yahoo . com> ; govpalinOgov . state . ak . us ; " ' Michael
Tibbies' "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
Sent: 2/23/07 12:04 PM
Subject: Permanent Fund Corporation
Governor Palin and Mr., Tibbies,
I received a call from the Corporation and also from Commissioner Galvin
regarding the upcoming meeting (next Wed and Thurs) . Galvin, as
Commissioner of Revenue, is required by statute to serve on the board.
Another seat should be filled by a "head of a principal department of the
governor's designation." In the past the Commissioner of DNR, Commerce or
the AG has served as the designee. Galvin recommends Irwin, Colberg or
Notti .
I can let the Corporation know which commissioner will serve if either of
you can respond back via email or phone with a name.
PRA GSP01 0000345
Hope all is well back east!
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_f rye@gov . state . ak . us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2007 9:20 AM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Op ed
Great job on the op-ed. It. Gov. Are you going to submit?
Sarah Palin
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
S R Parnell [sr parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Saturday, February 24, 2007 5:56 PM
Sarah Palin
Re: Soldiers' memorial service
Governor,
I'm planning to stay in Anchorage Monday/Tuesday rather than coming to
Juneau as I learned there's a Ft. Rich memorial service for nine
fallen soldiers. I think either you or should be there and since
you're in DC, I'll cover. Just thought you should know we'll have
coverage .
Sean
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Unknown
From: S R Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2007 5:53 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Re: Op ed
Yes, but I'm cleaning it up some after getting comments from Marty and
Talis.
However, I raised the points in two speeches last night in Fbx
(Republican Lunch and Lincoln Dinner) [see Fbx News Miner article- -they
only got part of it, but it ' s a start] .
I also wanted to raise an idea with you since I found out you were
involved as Mayor in making Wasilla a City of Character. What if you
took it a step farther and made Alaska a State of Character. You could
appoint a "Character Council" of private sector people to lead the
charge and in state government we could begin to focus on character
traits- -I've got more on this but since you've already done it on a
city level I think it ' s the next step for you/us beyond the ethics
debate .
I told Kris Perry that I was working on bringing you a proposal (Jay
Pullins is helping me in my office.
Enjoy DC!
Sean
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov. sarah@yahoo.com>
Date: Saturday, February 24, 2007 9:20 am
Subject: Op ed
To: sr_parnell@gov. state. ak. us
PRA GSP01 0000349
> Great job on the op-ed, It. Gov. Are you going to submit?
> Sarah Palin
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Unknown
From: Joe Balash [joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, February 25, 2007 9:54 PM
To: Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored); "Sarah Palin'
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Katz; John W (GOV); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR)
Subject: Morris Foster Briefing Memo
Governor:
Attached is the original memo I prepared for the meeting with Mr. Foster that did not happen due to
weather. I will also fax it to your hotel in the event you are not able to view attachments conveniently.
Joe
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Larry Stinson [larrystinson@hotmail.com]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 5:49 AM
To: Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Palin; Sarah H (GOV); Parnell; Sean R (GOV)
Governor and Lt. Governor:
AP report from February 21 titled "Economists: Health care expenses to grow" cites Federal
Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt as saying "The only force strong enough to
change the course of health care is a marketplace where consumers have the information and
incentive to choose quality and keep costs low."
This is consistent with revising/removing CON restrictive, monopolistic trade practices and
transparency in medical billing/costs.
Alaska needs a change.
Larry Stinson, M.D.
Find what vou need at prices you'll love. Compare products and save at MSN® Shopping.
1 1/10/2009
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Unknown
From: John Katz Dwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 3:56 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Gary R Wheeler; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Meghan N Stapleton; Nizich;
Michael A (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Lopez; Thomas M (GOV)
Subject: Re: Chuck Hamel
Chuck left several messages on my work phone over the weekend. In the last
one, he said that the Governor had called him and has designated staff to
receive his future calls. He sounded quite happy.
Because of the DC relevance, I will stay in touch with him as well.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
iwkatz@alaskadc.org . Thank you .
>» On 2/23/2007 at 8:23 pm, in message <00af01c757b2$5a9cd010
$090111ac@GOVEXECJ0148134>, Kari Spencer
<kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us> wrote:
Chuck Hamel has been calling nonstop to try and get an appointment with you while you are in DC.
He says he has important FBI information about corruption at Prudhoe Bay that you need to know
about. I have asked both Joe Balash and Meg Stapleton to call him. John Bitney recommends you
do not talk to him directly, that one of your staff should. John wants somebody from the staff to find
out what he's calling about so he doesn't spring something on you. He knows you are in DC for
NGA so he may try to run into you somewhere, he is very adamant about talking directly to you.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Bruce Anders [bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 1 1 :19 AM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Bruce F Anders; Martha K Rutherford; Tom E Irwin; Patrick S Galvin; Balash;
Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: RE: Weekly Gasline Briefing
You bet, Meg. Whatever you need I will manage. I'll have it to you tomorrow night (though I fear it will be
late night). Also, if you could give me a call this afternoon sometime, I would appreciate it so we could
coordinate various outreach efforts in the near and further terms.
Thanks,
Bruce
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 11:15 AM
To: Bruce F. Anders; 'Marty Rutherford'; Tom Irwin'; 'Patrick Galvin'; 'Joe Balash'
Cc: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; 'Michael Tibbies'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Weekly Gasline Briefing
I know that this is the worst week in the world for you, but I'd like to make sure this week's briefing is the
Compass piece in the ADN on Saturday. For that to happen, would really need to have the piece by
tomorrow night so that we can forward it Wednesday.
Please let me know if this is an option.
Thanks,
Meg
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 8:32 AM
To: Katz; John W (GOV); Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Spencer; Kari L (GOV);
gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: Gary R Wheeler; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Meghan N Stapleton;
Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Lopez; Thomas M (GOV)
Subject: RE: Chuck Hamel
I returned a call- told him Balash would take his call,
sarah
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "John Katz"<jwkatz@ALASKADC.org>
To: "'Governor Sarah Palin' " <governor@gov . state. ak.us>; "Kari
Spencer "<kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>; " 'Sarah Palin' "<gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
Cc: " 'Gary R Wheeler' "<gary_wheeler@gov. state. ak. us >; "'Joe
Balash' "<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>; " 'John Bitney' "<john_bitney@gov. state. ak.us>;
" ' Meghan Stapleton ' " <meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us> ; " ' Mike
Nizich' "<mike_nizich@gov. state. ak.us>; " 'Michael Tibbies' "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>;
tom_lopez@gov . state . ak . us
Sent: 2/26/07 3:56 AM
Subject: Re: Chuck Hamel
Chuck left several messages on my work phone over the weekend. In the
last one, he said that the Governor had called him and has designated
staff to receive his future calls. He sounded quite happy.
Because of the DC relevance, I will stay in touch with him as well.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatz@alaskadc.org. Thank you .
>>> On 2/23/2007 at 8:23 pm, in message
<00af01c757b2$5a9cd010$090111ac@GOVEXECJ0148134>, Kari Spencer
1
PRA GSP01 0000355
<kari_spencer@gov. state . ak.us> wrote :
Chuck Hamel has been calling nonstop to try and get an appointment with
you while you are in DC. He says he has important FBI information about
corruption at Prudhoe Bay that you need to know about. I have asked
both Joe Balash and Meg Stapleton to call him. John Bitney recommends
you do not talk to him directly, that one of your staff should. John
wants somebody from the staff to find out what he's calling about so he
doesn't spring something on you. He knows you are in DC for NGA so he
may try to run into you somewhere, he is very adamant about talking
directly to you.
Kari Spencer
Governor ' s Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
PRA GSP01 0000356
Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 4:30 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV);
Bitney; John W (LAA); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Exactly. John Katz thought that could have been emphasized more in the
statement below and so I wanted to make sure Steve understood that.
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 4:27 PM
To : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us ; marty_ruther f ord@dnr . state . ak . us ;
mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us ; j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us ;
j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us ; sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: RE: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Fere did tell us the AGIA is the best propsal to get a project
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Meghan Stapleton" <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; "'Michael Tibbies '"<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>;
" 'John Katz' "<jwkatz@ALASKADC.org>; "'Leighow, Sharon W
(GOV) ' "<sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Sent: 2/26/07 2:48 PM
Subject: FW: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Just sent a clarifying message to Steve so that the translation isn't lost
that this is the best proposal. Thanks.
PRA GSP01 0000357
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 2:47 PM
To: 'Steve MacDonald'
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: RE: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Good. It was a great meeting and an opportunity for the Governor to talk
about the AGIA and to lay down her plans for the gasline. She emphasized
that Alaska knows a natural gas pipeline is not only in the state's best
interest, but in the nation's best interest as well. This was the first
opportunity for Chairman Kelliher and Governor Palin to meet and discuss the
AGIA. As you can see from the quote below, the Chairman believes that the
Governor ' s proposal seems to be the best one to proceed and we ' re looking
forward to working with FERC to bring Alaska ' s gas to market .
Just so that you know. FERC does not officially endorse any one plan. It
didn't with Murkowski's and won't for Palin' s, but the strong words are very
encouraging.
We look forward to rolling out the AGIA Friday morning.
PRA GSP01 0000358
From: Steve MacDonald [mailto:stevera@ktuu.cora]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 2:40 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Re: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Thanks Meg. We got News Channel to hook up with Sara this morning. I guess
it was before she went into the meeting but it was great that they made
contact.
Steve
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton <mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>
To: smacdonald@ktuu.com ; jmoore@ktuu.com
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 1:08 PM
Subject: FW: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
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Just making sure that you saw - FERC just forwarded to me.
Thanks !
Meg
From: Bryan Lee [mailto:Bryan.Lee@ferc.gov]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 12:59 PM
To : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: FW: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Original Message
From: Bryan Lee
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 4:58 PM
To: 'cclark@aksuperstation.com' ; 'tyler.rhodes@alaskajournal.com' ;
'afeidt@aprn.org'; 'duncan@aprn.org'; 'joel@aprn.org'; 'totten@aprn.org';
' tony . bickert@alaskastar . com ' ; ' inf o@anchoragechamber . org ' ;
1 acorley@adn . com ' ; ' rmauerOadn . com ' ; ' wloy@adn . com ' ; ' mvol z@ap . org ' ;
'editor@capweek.com' ; 'editor@newsminer.com' ; 'sbishop@newsrainer.com' ;
1 Stephanie . kirchgaessner@f t . com ' ; ' sharice@tvtv . com ' ;
'editor@frontiersman.com' ; 'editor@juneauempire.com' ; 'news@kmbg.com' ;
'news@ktoo.org'; 'news_desk@ktuu.com'; 'mel@tvtv.com';
'roseragsdale@bellsouth.net' ; 'sid@radio-fairbanks.com' ;
1 steve@alaskabroadcastmedia . com ' ; ' yj rosen@ak .net ' ;
' RDillon@energyintel . com '
Subject: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Statement of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman Joseph T.
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Kelliher:
"Today I met with Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin. We talked about her efforts on
the Alaska natural gas pipeline, which I believe represent the best hope for
building a pipeline to bring Alaska's vast natural gas resources to the
energy- consuming lower 48 states. The Commission looks forward to her
efforts on the Alaska gasline being successful and we stand ready to help to
the extent we can. "
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 4:27 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash;
Joseph R (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Fere did tell us the AGIA is the best propsal to get a project
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Meghan Stapleton" <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us >
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; "'Michael Tibbies' "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>; "'John
Katz 1 "<jwkatz@ALASKADC.org>; "'Leighow, Sharon W (GOV) ' "<sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Sent: 2/26/07 2:48 PM
Subject: FW: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Just sent a clarifying message to Steve so that the translation isn't lost
that this is the best proposal. Thanks.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 2:47 PM
To: 'Steve MacDonald'
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: RE: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Good. It was a great meeting and an opportunity for the Governor to talk
about the AGIA and to lay down her plans for the gasline. She emphasized
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that Alaska knows a natural gas pipeline is not only in the state's best
interest, but in the nation's best interest as well. This was the first
opportunity for Chairman Kelliher and Governor Palin to meet and discuss the
AGIA. As you can see from the quote below, the Chairman believes that the
Governor ' s proposal seems to be the best one to proceed and we ' re looking
forward to working with FERC to bring Alaska ' s gas to market .
Just so that you know. FERC does not officially endorse any one plan. It
didn't with Murkowski ' s and won't for Palin 's, but the strong words are very
encouraging .
We look forward to rolling out the AGIA Friday morning.
From: Steve MacDonald [mailto:stevem@ktuu.com]
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 2:40 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Re: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Thanks Meg. We got News Channel to hook up with Sara this morning. I guess
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it was before she went into the meeting but it was great that they made
contact .
Steve
Original Message
Prom: Meghan Stapleton <mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>
To: smacdonald@ktuu.com ; jmoore@ktuu.com
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 1:08 PM
Subject: FW: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Just making sure that you saw - FERC just forwarded to
Thanks !
me.
Meg
From: Bryan Lee [mailto:Bryan.Lee@ferc.gov]
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Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 12:59 PM
To : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: FW: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Original Message
From: Bryan Lee
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 4:58 PM
To: 'cclark@aksuperstation.com 1 ; 'tyler.rhodes@alaskajournal.com' ;
' af eidt@aprn . org ' ,• ' duncan@aprn . org ' ; ' j oel@aprn . org ' ; ' totten@aprn . org ' ;
' tony . bickert@alaskastar . com ' ; ' inf o@anchoragechamber . org ' ;
1 acor ley@adn . com ' ; ' rmauerSadn . com ' ; ' wloy@adn .com 1 ; ' mvol z@ap . org ' ;
' editor@capweek . com ' ; ' editor@newsminer . com ' ; ' sbishop@newsminer . com ' ;
1 Stephanie . kirchgaessner@f t . com ' ; ' sharice@tvtv . com ' ;
'editor@frontiersman.com' ; 'editor@juneauempire.com' ; 'news@kmbq.com' ;
1 news@ktoo . org ' ; ' news_desk@ktuu . com ' ; ' mel@tvtv . com ' ;
'roseragsdale@bellsouth.net' ; 'sid@radio-fairbanks.com' ;
' steve@alaskabroadcastmedia . com ' ; ' yj rosen@ak . net ' ;
1 RDillon@energyintel . com '
Subject: Statement of FERC Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher
Statement of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman Joseph T.
Kelliher:
"Today I met with Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin. We talked about her efforts on
the Alaska natural gas pipeline, which I believe represent the best hope for
building a pipeline to bring Alaska's vast natural gas resources to the
energy- consuming lower 48 states. The Commission looks forward to her
efforts on the Alaska gasline being successful and we stand ready to help to
the extent we can. "
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 1 :00 PM
To: 'Denby Lloyd'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Sarah Palin'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; 'Mike Nizich'; 'John Bitney'
Subject: RE: IntraFish interview request with the governor
I did laugh at the family salmon farm-
Good to know. We'll probably try to work on something for later next week as we quickly
approach Day 100.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Denby Lloyd [mailto:denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 12:57 PM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Sarah Palin'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; 'Mike Nizich'; 'John Bitney*
Subject: RE: IntraFish interview request with the governor
Meghan:
I'm available just about any time you need, in person or by phone if necessary.
As for this particular IntraFish correspondent, he is blowing his own horn a bit; plus, you have to wonder
about a guy who thinks that the Governor of Alaska has a family salmon farm...
Let me know, DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau. AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:31 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: IntraFish interview request with the governor
Will there be time for all of you to sit down and discuss fish policy? We have numerous
requests like this one and we need to start working through them.
Please tell me what's possible and if the request below is as well.
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Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
From: Ben DiPietro [mailto:ben.dipietro@intrafish.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:26 AM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: sharon_busch@gov.state.sk.us
Subject: IntraFish interview request with the governor
Hello Meghan,
I spoke with Sharon on the phone on Friday and she suggested I e-mail you this request to interview Gov. Palin
by telephone sometime in the next two weeks.
As you know, IntraFish is the leading source of information for the world's seafood industry and there is a lot of
interest and curiosity from people in our community about what the governor's vision is for the Alaska seafood
sector, what goals she has for the industry and how she plans to make her vision a reality. As we did with Gov.
Murkowski (his interview appeared in our February 2005 issue), we propose a straight question-and-answer
format where the governor's responses are recorded and transcribed verbatim, with some minimal editing
possible to fit the story into whatever it's assigned space will be in the April issue. We have an Alaska Focus
section running in the paper that month, and her comments would be the centerpiece of the section.
While I won't provide a list of questions beforehand, I will be happy to provide a guideline of sorts so she could be
prepared to speak on the particular topics I would like to address. The interview should last about 20 minutes to a
half hour. I would need to have it completed before the end of business on Friday, March 9, as I am off to Boston
then for the big seafood show, and will have to prepare the paper for production upon my return.
We also would request some photos of the governor, especially any that show her at her family's salmon farm, or
in some seafood-related capacity if possible.
I am in the office each day from 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., so feel free to call or e-mail with any questions. I would like to
finalize an interview time by the end of this week and conduct the interview next week, the earlier in the week the
better.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to working with you on this.
Cheers,
Ben DiPietro
North American Online Editor
IntraFish Media
701 Dexter Ave. North, Suite 410
Seattle, WA 98109
206-282-3474 ext. 23
Fax: 206-282-3470
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 1 1 :31 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: IntraFish interview request with the governor
Will there be time for all of you to sit down and discuss fish policy? We have numerous
requests like this one and we need to start working through them.
Please tell me what's possible and if the request below is as well.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
From: Ben DiPietro [mailto:ben.dipietro@intrafish.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:26 AM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: sharon_busch@gov.state.sk.us
Subject: IntraFish interview request with the governor
Hello Meghan,
I spoke with Sharon on the phone on Friday and she suggested I e-mail you this request to interview Gov.
Palin by telephone sometime in the next two weeks.
As you know, IntraFish is the leading source of information for the world's seafood industry and there is a
lot of interest and curiosity from people in our community about what the governor's vision is for the
Alaska seafood sector, what goals she has for the industry and how she plans to make her vision a
reality. As we did with Gov. Murkowski (his interview appeared in our February 2005 issue), we propose a
straight question-and-answer format where the governor's responses are recorded and transcribed
verbatim, with some minimal editing possible to fit the story into whatever it's assigned space will be in the
April issue. We have an Alaska Focus section running in the paper that month, and her comments would
be the centerpiece of the section.
While I won't provide a list of questions beforehand, I will be happy to provide a guideline of sorts so she
could be prepared to speak on the particular topics I would like to address. The interview should last
about 20 minutes to a half hour. I would need to have it completed before the end of business on Friday,
March 9, as I am off to Boston then for the big seafood show, and will have to prepare the paper for
production upon my return.
We also would request some photos of the governor, especially any that show her at her family's salmon
farm, or in some seafood-related capacity if possible.
I am in the office each day from 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., so feel free to call or e-mail with any questions. I
would like to finalize an interview time by the end of this week and conduct the interview next week, the
earlier in the week the better.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to working with you on this.
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Cheers,
Ben DiPietro
North American Online Editor
IntraFish Media
701 Dexter Ave. North, Suite 410
Seattle, WA 98109
206-282-3474 ext. 23
Fax: 206-282-3470
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:00 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: V
Mike - Received a call from Commissioner von Scheben this a.m. He wanted
you to know the good news for DOT. The Concrete Tech contract for $11
Million can be settled for only
Privileged or
Russ has verified this with the
Dept. of Law. Unless we hear from you otherwise we are going to let them go
ahead with it and the paperwork should be done by this Friday.
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject-
Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Tuesday, February 27, 2007 6.05 PM
Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A Tibbies; John W Bitney
RE: AWIB
Sounds good- thanks
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye"<ivy_f rye@gov. state. ak.us>
To : gov . s a r ah@yahoo . com
Sent: 2/27/07 3:45 PM
Subject: AWIB
Governor Palin,
AK Workforce Investment Board is a 23-26 member board that currently has 20
members .
Cynthia Erickson has been placed on the AK Workforce Investment Board and
Chris Hayes was removed; however, Cynthia does not replace Chris Hayes
because Chris Hayes' seat is restricted to a person that has earned a GED or
works in adult basic education (ABE). ABE is a federal requirement.
Commissioner Bishop and Tara Jollie recommend
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Thank you for your time,
Ivy
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 4:35 PM
To: Sarah Palin; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: PFC Cleveland Funeral
Hi Governor. Just to let you know there is a funeral tomorrow (Wednesday) for an Alaskan soldier, PFC
Cleveland. The Lt. Governor will be representing you. I hope you are having great meetings and get to have a
little fun, too, in D.C. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Kelly Clifton [mailto:kelly_clifton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:45 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer'; 'Mike Nizich'
Cc: 'Kris Perry'
Subject: RE: PFC Cleveland Funeral
Kari,
The Lt. Governor is scheduled to represent the Governor by presenting a State flag and a letter signed by her to
both the father and mother of Pfc. Cleveland. Please let me know if you need more information on this.
Kelly
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:42 PM
To: 'Mike Nizich'
Cc: 'Kris Perry'; 'Kelly Clifton'
Subject: PFC Cleveland Funeral
Mike, you gave me notice today that there will be a funeral at Anchorage Baptist Temple on Feb 28 at 1 1 :00am.
General Kaktus will present the flag to the family. Do you know if anyone will be there to represent the Governor
(Lt. Gov; Kris Perry; or Craig Campbell)?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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From: Michelle Fabrello [michelle_fabrello@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4:43 PM
To: Spencer, Kari L (GOV); Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Todd Palin'; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Stepovich; Melissa M (GOV)
Subject: RE: Commissioner Bishop's father in-law
I'll do a condolence letter for the Governor to sign.
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4:40 PM
To: 'Kris Perry'; 'Michelle Fabrello'; Todd Palin; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Melissa M. Stepovich '
Subject: FW: Commissioner Bishop's father in-law
The attached obituary is Click Bishop's father-in-law and Melissa Stepovich sent flowers from the
Governor and First Gentleman. Thanks Melissa! Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Melissa M. Stepovich [mailto:melissa_stepovich@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4:10 PM
To: Kari L Spencer; Michelle A Fabrello
Subject: Commissioner Bishop's father in-law
William T. Taylor
William Thomas Taylor, 77, passed away at home into the arms of Jesus on Friday, Feb. 23,
2007.
Bill was born in Kinston, N.C. on Oct. 1, 1929, to Kate Smith Taylor and Guy Taylor.
Growing up in tough times without a father, he learned to fish and hunt to help feed his family.
Bill's mother gave permission for him to join the Army at 17 to serve in the 82nd Airborne
Paratrooper Division. After basic, he switched places with another soldier once he learned that
every other person was being sent to Japan, so he could come to Alaska in a combat rifle team.
Alaska was not as sweet as he thought it would be and he had his mother write the territorial
governor to get him out of here. But it didn't take long for him to take a liking to Alaska. When
he was discharged in 1949 in Montana, he used his $600 separation check to return to Alaska.
Bill loved Alaska and its people.
In the early days, Bill used a dog team as transportation around Fairbanks. He worked at the base
power plant, as a cab owner-operator, fought forest fires, delivered coal for Johnny's Express,
and joined Teamsters Local 959 around 1959. He worked for Green Construction Co. for many
years and retired from the Teamsters in 1978.
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Bill's passion was his family, but his other loves were fishing and dog mushing on the Yukon and
Tanana rivers.
The family subsistence and commercial fished in Rampart and Manley Hot Springs. Eventually they
built a fish processing plant in Manley Hot Springs, Yutana Fisheries.
In the 1960s Bill put together a team for sprint racing. He won many races but was proudest of winning
the Open North American in Fairbanks in 1 968. Bill died on the opening day of the Anchorage Fur
Rendezvous. His son, Ricky, was to compete in that race for the first time.
Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ann Evans Taylor; siblings, Edward, Frank, Rosa and
Fred; and sons, Billy and Jimmy.
He is survived by his children from his first wife, Edna: Donna El-Amin of Anchorage, Linda Taylor of
Houston, Texas, and Michael Paquette of Fairbanks; his daughter, Doris Marie Lee of New Bern, N.C.,
his children with wife Ann, all of Fairbanks, Darlene and Click Bishop, Greg and Monica Taylor, Ricky
Taylor and Sandra Taylor; mother of two grandchildren, Karen Shafford; grandchildren, Stephanie,
James, Ashley, Candace, Cassandra, Cleveland, Todd and Aaron Gates, Lori Bishop and Paul Brinkman,
Lisa Bishop, Marina, Alex, Hanna, Brooke and Christian; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Kadence and
Isaiah; siblings, Guy Taylor of Kinston and Susie Harper of Nashville, N.C.; sister-in-law, Doris Taylor
of Kinston; and sisters and brother-in-law, Ethel and Richard Smith, Paula Evans, and Elaine Long, all
of Fairbanks.
Visitation will be at David Salmon Tribal Hall on Thursday, March 1, at noon. A memorial service will
follow at 1 p.m. A potluck at the hall will start at 5:30 p.m. Please bring memories to share.
Arrangements were by Fairbanks Funeral Home and Crematory.
[xj 2007 Yukon Quest
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From: Martha K Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 6:14 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Anders; Bruce F (DNR)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: Re: RE: Compass #4
Governor,
Some additional information. The AGIA bill gives the Commissioners the discretion to set the
time for response to the RFA. However, the AGIA timeline the gasline team agreed to, in order
to have a 2008 field season, only allows 3 months for response to the RFP. And this is the
information that we've been providing here in Washington DC. Furthermore, in our discussions
with potential project applicants, they have supported 3 months as an adequate timeframe.
Marty R
Original Message
From: Martha K Rutherford <marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us>
Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 9:36 am
Subject: Re: RE: Compass #4
To: Sarah Palin <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
Cc: bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us
> Governor, Yes, 3 mos for applicants to respond to the state RFP.
> Marty
>
> Original Message
> From: Sarah Palin <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
> Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 8:47 am
> Subject: RE: Compass #4
> To: bruce_anders@dnr . state .ak.us, gov.sarah@yahoo.com,
> meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
> Cc: marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us, tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us,
> patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us
>
> > Marty- we decided on 3 mos, not 6, fot the RFA resonse time,
> right?
>>
> > Sarah Palin
>>
> > Original Message
> > From: "Bruce F Anders"<bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us>
> > To: "Sarah Palin"<gov.sarah@yahoo.com>; "Meg
> > Stapleton"<meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>Cc: "Marty
> > Rumerford"<marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us>; "Tom
> > Irwin"<tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us>; "Pat
> > Galvin"<patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us>Sent: 2/27/07 1 1 :23
>PM
> > Subject: Compass #4
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>>
> > Governor and Meghan,
>>
> > Attached is the Compass #4. The topic is the timeline. I wanted
> > desperately to work in the Kelliher quote in this final pre-
> > introductionCompass; I hope I accomplished that in a manner that
> > does not sound forced.
>>
> > Hopefully it is serendipity -- the piece weighs in at precisely
> > 675 words.
>>
> > Safe travels home,
> > Bruce
>
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From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
John Bitney Dohn_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Wednesday, February 28, 2007 9:45 PM
'Sarah Palin'
Clark; Christopher G (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV);
Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Rehfeld;
Karen J (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
RE: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
Governor :
Please be aware that the $300 million was not specifically set aside by the
Legislature for gasline investment. The Legislature set the money aside as
a savings account for capital expenditures. . .and they don't necessarily take
it for granted that this money HAS TO be used towards gasline investments.
My recommendation is that we
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redactec
Thanks
John
Original Message
From: Meghan N Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 9:20 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc : christopher_clark®gov . state . ak . us ; sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ;
sharon_busch@gov . state . ak . us ; j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us ,-
melanie_lesh@dnr . state . ak . us ; marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us ;
mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us ; j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us ;
mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: Re: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
dollar capital outlay
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By the way, Steve Quinn did pick up on the fact and he clarified it
with me right after the press conference. Should be in tomorrow's
papers . . .
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 7:13 pm
Subject: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
dollar capital outlay
To : christopher_clark@gov . state . ak . us ,
meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us , sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ,
sharon_busch@gov . state . ak . us
Cc: joe_balash@gov. state. ak. us, melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak. us,
marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us , mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us ,
j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us , mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us
> We MUST, must remind that $300g has already been set aside by
> legislature for this - and we'll recoup contribution via lower
> tarrif rts down the rd after contributing this amt. Amazing that
> the headlines are all about the $500g contribution.
>
> Sarah Palin
>
> Original Message
> From: "Christopher Clark" <christopher_clark@gov. state. ak.us>
> To: "'Meghan N Stapleton' "<meghan_stapleton@gov. state .ak.us>;
> "'Sharon Leighow' "<sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Sharon
> Busch ' "<sharon_busch@gov. state . ak.us>Cc : " ' Joe
> Balash' "<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>; " 'Melanie
> Lesh' "<melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak.us>; "'Marty
> Rutherford' "<marty_rutherf ord@dnr. state. ak.us>; "'Michael
> Tibbies' "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>Sent: 2/28/07 1:18 PM
> Subject: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
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> dollar capital outlay
> Hats off for this morning's 7:00 a.m. press availability!
> Pete Carran of KINY had the story on the air first, of course. And
> when Pete
> has something, KENI has it soon thereafter.
> (APRN had good coverage of the Governor and Marty in D.C. last
> night and the
> night before last.)
> To hear Pete's story, along with good quotes from the Governor and
> Marty, go
> here: http://www.kinyradio.com/newsof.html
> To read his print version, see below (from
> http: //www. kinyradio . com/ juneaunews/latest_juneau_news .html)
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> Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4TH EDITION
> Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
> outlayGovernor Palin conducted a press conference in Washington,
> D. C. this
> morning where she is outlining her gas pipeline proposal for
> members of
> Congress and federal authorities.
>
> The Governor says her Alaska Gasline Inducement Act will call for
> the state
> to make an initial capital outlay.
>
> The total capital risk is estimated at a billion dollars.
>
> Palin' s Natural Gas Line Team leader, Deputy Natural Resources
> CommissionerMarty Rutherford says the state will share that
> expense evenly with a $500
> Million outlay.
>
> She says that will go toward the cost of obtaining a certificate
> from the
> Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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> Palin is scheduled to introduce her bill for the Legislature's
> considerationFriday.
>
> Developers will be asked to have their proposals ready by October.
> The goal
> is to select a proposal and submit a package for the Legislature's
> consideration by the end of January 2008 and to begin field work
> by that
> summer .
>
> Prior to selecting a project, the process calls for a 60 day
> public comment
> period.
>
> Under her measure, applicants must provide for a minimum of five
> gas take
> off points in Alaska, commit to a local project headquarters in
> Alaska, and
> pledge to expand the pipeline project when new gas is available.
>
> Inducements for prospective gas line developers include lower
> tariffs and
> relaxed leasing laws .
>
> Palin is scheduled to return from Washington D. C. tomorrow.
> (Thursday)
PRA GSP01 0000383
Unknown
From: Meghan N Stapleton [meghan__stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 9.20 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Clark; Christopher G (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Busch; Sharon K (DOL); Balash;
Joseph R (GOV); Lesh; Melanie G (DNR); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A
(GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Re: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
By the way, Steve Quinn did pick up on the fact and he clarified it
with me right after the press conference. Should be in tomorrow's
papers . . .
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov. sarahOyahoo . com>
Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 7:13 pm
Subject: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
dollar capital outlay
To : christopher_clark@gov . state . ak . us ,
meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us , sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ,
sharon_busch@gov . state . ak . us
Cc: joe_balash@gov. state. ak. us, melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak. us,
marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us , mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us ,
j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us , mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us
> We MUST, must remind that $300g has already been set aside by
> legislature for this - and we'll recoup contribution via lower
> tarrif rts down the rd after contributing this amt. Amazing that
> the headlines are all about the $500g contribution.
>
> Sarah Palin
>
> Original Message
> From: "Christopher Clark" <christopher_clark@gov. state. ak.us>
> To : " ' Meghan N Stapleton ' " <meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us> ;
> " ' Sharon Leighow ' " <sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us> ; " 'Sharon
1
PRA GSP01 0000384
> Busch' "<sharon_busch@gov. state. ak.us>Cc: "'Joe
> Balash' "<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Melanie
> Lesh' "<melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak. us >; "'Marty
> Rutherford' "<marty_rutherf ordodnr. state. ak.us>; "'Michael
> Tibbies' "<raike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>Sent: 2/28/07 1:18 PM
> Subject: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
> dollar capital outlay
>
> Hats off for this morning's 7:00 a.m. press availability!
>
>
>
> Pete Carran of KINY had the story on the air first, of course. And
> when Pete
> has something, KENI has it soon thereafter.
> (APRN had good coverage of the Governor and Marty in D.C. last
> night and the
> night before last.)
> To hear Pete's story, along with good quotes from the Governor and
> Marty, go
> here: http://www.kinyradio.com/newsof.html
> To read his print version, see below (from
> http : //www. kinyradio . com/ juneaunews/latest_juneau_news . html)
PRA GSP01 0000385
> Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4TH EDITION
> Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
> outlayGovernor Palin conducted a press conference in Washington,
> D. C. this
> morning where she is outlining her gas pipeline proposal for
> members of
> Congress and federal authorities.
>
> The Governor says her Alaska Gasline Inducement Act will call for
> the state
> to make an initial capital outlay.
>
> The total capital risk is estimated at a billion dollars.
>
> Palin' s Natural Gas Line Team leader. Deputy Natural Resources
> CommissionerMarty Rutherford says the state will share that
3
PRA GSP01 0000386
> expense evenly with a $500
> Million outlay.
>
> She says that will go toward the cost of obtaining a certificate
> from the
> Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
>
> Palin is scheduled to introduce her bill for the Legislature's
> considerationFriday.
>
> Developers will be asked to have their proposals ready by October.
> The goal
> is to select a proposal and submit a package for the Legislature's
> consideration by the end of January 2008 and to begin field work
> by that
> summer .
>
> Prior to selecting a project, the process calls for a 60 day
> public comment
> period.
>
> Under her measure, applicants must provide for a minimum of five
> gas take
> off points in Alaska, commit to a local project headquarters in
> Alaska, and
> pledge to expand the pipeline project when new gas is available.
>
> Inducements for prospective gas line developers include lower
> tariffs and
> relaxed leasing laws.
>
> Palin is scheduled to return from Washington D. C. tomorrow.
> (Thursday)
PRA GSP01 0000387
Unknown
From: Meghan N Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 9: 1 9 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Clark; Christopher G (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Busch; Sharon K (DOL); Balash;
Joseph R (GOV); Lesh; Melanie G (DNR); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A
(GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Re: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
It's the headline because it's the easiest thing to capture and for
the public to understand within the news today - and it was one of the
new elements revealed to the media. In our next Compass, I also point
out that the minimal contribution was $13b for the old proposal that
didn't guarantee a permit much less a line.
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov. sarah@yahoo.com>
Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 7:13 pm
Subject: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
dollar capital outlay
To : christopher_clark@gov . state . ak. us ,
meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us , sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ,
sharon_busch@gov. state. ak. us
Cc: joe_balash@gov. state. ak. us, melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak. us,
marty_rutherf ordodnr . state . ak . us , mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us ,
j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us , mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us
> We MUST, must remind that $300g has already been set aside by
> legislature for this - and we ' 11 recoup contribution via lower
> tarrif rts down the rd after contributing this amt . Amazing that
> the headlines are all about the $500g contribution.
>
> Sarah Palin
>
> Original Message
> From: "Christopher Clark" <christopher_clark@gov. state. ak.us>
1
PRA GSP01 0000388
> To: "'Meghan N Stapleton' "<meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>;
> "'Sharon Leighow' "<sharon_leighow@gov, state. ak.us>; "'Sharon
> Busch' "<sharon_busch@gov. state. ak.us>Cc: "'Joe
> Balash' "<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Melanie
> Lesh' "<melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak.us>; "'Marty
> Rutherford' "<marty_rutherf ordodnr. state. ak.us>; "'Michael
> Tibbies' "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>Sent: 2/28/07 1:18 PM
> Subject: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
> dollar capital outlay
>
> Hats off for this morning's 7:00 a.m. press availability!
> Pete Carran of KINY had the story on the air first, of course. And
> when Pete
> has something, KENI has it soon thereafter.
> (APRN had good coverage of the Governor and Marty in D.C. last
> night and the
> night before last.)
>
> To hear Pete's story, along with good quotes from the Governor and
> Marty, go
> here: http://www.kinyradio.com/newsof.html
> To read his print version, see below (from
> http : //www. kinyradio . com/juneaunews/latest_juneau_news .html)
2
PRA GSP01 0000389
> Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4TH EDITION
> Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
> outlayGovernor Palin conducted a press conference in Washington,
> D. C. this
> morning where she is outlining her gas pipeline proposal for
> members of
> Congress and federal authorities.
>
> The Governor says her Alaska Gasline Inducement Act will call for
> the state
> to make an initial capital outlay.
>
> The total capital risk is estimated at a billion dollars.
PRA GSP01 0000390
> Palin's Natural Gas Line Team leader, Deputy Natural Resources
> CommissionerMarty Rutherford says the state will share that
> expense evenly with a $500
> Million outlay.
>
> She says that will go toward the cost of obtaining a certificate
> from the
> Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
>
> Palin is scheduled to introduce her bill for the Legislature's
> considerationFriday.
>
> Developers will be asked to have their proposals ready by October.
> The goal
> is to select a proposal and submit a package for the Legislature's
> consideration by the end of January 2008 and to begin field work
> by that
> summer .
>
> Prior to selecting a project, the process calls for a 60 day
> public comment
> period.
>
> Under her measure, applicants must provide for a minimum of five
> gas take
> off points in Alaska, commit to a local project headquarters in
> Alaska, and
> pledge to expand the pipeline project when new gas is available.
>
> inducements for prospective gas line developers include lower
> tariffs and
> relaxed leasing laws.
> Palin is scheduled to return from Washington D. C. tomorrow.
4
PRA GSP01 0000391
> (Thursday)
PRA GSP01 0000392
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 7:13 PM
To: karen_rehfeld@gov.state.ak.us; Kreitzer; Annette (Dept. of Admin);
SR_Parnell@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FWT KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
Sarah Palin
-Original Message-
Subject: PW: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
outlay
Sarah Palin
-Original Message-
Subject: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
outlay
We MUST, must remind that $3 00g has already been set aside by legislature for this - and
we'll recoup contribution via lower tarrif rts down the rd after contributing this amt.
Amazing that the headlines are all about the $500g contribution.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Christopher Clark "<christopher_clark@gov. state. ak. us >
To : " ' Meghan N Stapleton • " <meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us> ; " ' Sharon
Leighow' "<sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>; " 'Sharon Busch 1 " <sharon_busch@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc: "'Joe Balash' "<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Melanie
Lesh' n <melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak.us>; " 'Marty
Rutherford ' " <marty_rutherf ordodnr . state . ak . us> ; " ' Michael
Tibbies ' " <mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us>
Sent: 2/28/07 1:18 PM
Subject: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
1
PRA GSP01 0000393
Hats off for this morning's 7:00 a.m. press availability!
Pete Carran of KINY had the story on the air first, of course. And when Pete
has something, KENI has it soon thereafter.
(APRN had good coverage of the Governor and Marty in D.C. last night and the
night before last.)
To hear Pete's story, along with good quotes from the Governor and Marty, go
here : http : / /www . kinyradio . com/newsof . html
To read his print version, see below (from
http : //www. kinyradio . com/ juneaunews/latest_juneau_news .html )
Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4TH EDITION
PRA GSP01 0000394
Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
Governor Palin conducted a press conference in Washington, 0. C. this
morning where she is outlining her gas pipeline proposal for members of
Congress and federal authorities.
The Governor says her Alaska Gasline Inducement Act will call for the state
to make an initial capital outlay.
The total capital risk is estimated at a billion dollars.
Palin' s Natural Gas Line Team leader, Deputy Natural Resources Commissioner
Marty Rutherford says the state will share that expense evenly with a $500
Million outlay.
She says that will go toward the cost of obtaining a certificate from the
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Palin is scheduled to introduce her bill for the Legislature's consideration
Friday.
Developers will be asked to have their proposals ready by October. The goal
is to select a proposal and submit a package for the Legislature's
consideration by the end of January 2008 and to begin field work by that
summer .
PRA GSP01 0000395
Prior to selecting a project, the process calls for a 60 day public comment
period.
Under her measure, applicants must provide for a minimum of five gas take
off points in Alaska, commit to a local project headquarters in Alaska, and
pledge to expand the pipeline project when new gas is available.
Inducements for prospective gas line developers include lower tariffs and
relaxed leasing laws.
Palin is scheduled to return from Washington D. C. tomorrow. (Thursday)
PRA GSP01 0000396
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 7: 1 3 PM
To: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
Subject: Larry
Let me know if you touch base w/Persily. Revenue / budget / pers/ters repairer... Trying
to think of best fit.
Thnx for everything this wk marty. . . You're awesome
Sarah Palin
PRA GSP01 0000397
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 1 1 :56 AM
To: Patrick S Galvin; gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR)
Subject: RE: PPT Payments
Sounds good guys - and legislators will want to be in the loop on this. Thanks much
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Patrick Galvin"<patrick_galvin@revenue. state. ak.us>
To: "Palin, Sarah"<gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
Cc: "Tom Irwin" <tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak.us>; "Marty Rutherford" <martyr@dnr. state. ak.us>
Sent: 2/27/07 10:39 PM
Subject: PPT Payments
Governor,
The bulk of the first month's payments under PPT (those for January production) have been
received, and are about 4% higher than we had predicted. This means that our PPT models
may prove to be fairly accurate, and slightly conservative, which is good.
The real test will be in a month when the companies have to make their "true-up" payment
on production from April - December 2006. This is the payment on the difference between
what they already paid (based on ELF) and what they now owe under PPT. we're counting on
payments totalling almost $1B, so it's important our models are close to reality. So far,
so good. I'll keep you posted.
-Pat
PRA GSP01 0000398
Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 8:59 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV) '
Cc: Joe Balash
Subject: Elin Miller Meeting Request
Governor, is it okay for me to proceed with this request? Elin Miller has been trying for
awhile to get in for an introductory meeting with you. You are scheduled to be in Juneau
March 19 and 20. Thanks. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Fisher . Kenneth@epamail . epa . gov [mailto : Fisher . KennethSepamail . epa . gov]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 8:57 AM
To: Kari Spencer
Cc: 'Joe Balash'; Combes.Marcia@epa.gov; 'Martha Fischbach'; 'Michael Tibbies';
Schaub. John@epamail . epa . gov
Subject: Meeting Request
Kari,
Elin Miller, Regional Administrator for the USEPA Region 10, would like
to meet with Governor Palin, to discuss environmental priorities for the
State of Alaska. Elin would like to know if Governor Palin is available
to meet with her in Juneau on Monday 19 March [after 11am] or Tuesday 20
March [before 4pm] . Please let me know if Governor Palin is available
to meet with Elin Miller on either of these dates.
Ken
Kenneth J. Fisher, P.E.
USEPA Senior Representative to the State of Alaska
P.O. Box 20370
PRA GSP01 0000399
Juneau, Alaska 99802
907-586-7658
907-586-7015 (FAX)
PRA GSP01 0000400
Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 1 :47 PM
To: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV) '; Sarah Palin
Subject: Christine Klein request
Mike, Governor, how should I proceed on this request from Christine Klein? Kari.
-Original Message-
From: Christine [mailto: |Privileged or PersonaTlMateria] ]
Sent: Saturday, February 17, 2007 3:03 PM
To: Kari Spencer
Cc: Michael Tibbies
Subject: 10 min appointment
Kari,
Hope all is going well. I'd like to set up a brief appointment with
Governor sometime in the next 2 weeks if you could squeeze in 10 minutes
anytime. It's regarding serving on her team and of a personal nature.
I will be in and out of Juneau for legislative work and meetings off and
on so am flexible. Once I know a time that may work I'll arrange my
schedule to match up.
Thanks much and have a great week!
Christine Klein
Privileged o wk/cell
345-4787 home
PRA GSP01 0000401
Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 12:28 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; Cayce; Sunny C (GOV)
Subject: RE: Education
Oops! I resent it to her.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 11:43 AM
To: 'Kari Spencer'
Subject: RE: Education
Did you reply to her or just me :-).
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 11:34 AM
To: 'Governor Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Sunny Cayce'
Subject: RE: Education
Dear Ms. Okland, I have received your reguest to the Governor and have added
it to her pending scheduling requests list. I'll let you know if this might
work after I am able to discuss it with the Governor.
Sincerely, Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
PRA GSP01 0000402
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2007 7:19 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Education
Web mail from: Ms. Linda Okland
address: 2702 McKenzie Dr. Anchorage AK 99517
MESSAGE:
Dear Sarah,
Congratulations on your election! I knew when you were one of Howard's
bosses at AOGCC that you would go
far in politics, but I hardly expected to see you in the Governor's Mansion
so soon.
I will be making my annual visit to Juneau with the PAX foreign exchange
students March 19-22. We usually
make an appointment with the Governor and/or Lt . Governor while we are at
the capitol. This year I
wondered if you and your family would like to try something a little
different. Would your daughters be
interested in hosting the group for a pizza party at the Mansion?
This year I have ten students from Indonesia (2) , Malaysia, Philippines,
Ghana, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan,
Armenia, Ukraine, and Russia. These students are currently attending high
school in Anchorage. They are
recipients of US State Department scholarships as part of its "citizen
diplomacy" initiative.
PRA GSP01 0000403
While in Juneau we will be staying at Schaible House, The Global Connections
Club at UAS is planning a
dinner for the group one of the evenings. We may also make a presentation to
a history class at UAS. The
students will also spend one day at the capitol visiting legislators and
attending a floor session. If
time and weather permit, we will visit Mendenhall Glacier and the Museum.
The schedule is somewhat
uncertain because we have to wait and see when there will be a floor session
and then work around it.
If Willow and Bristol (and Piper if she wants) are interested in meeting the
students, have them e-mail
me. I know the students would love to hear what it is like to be the
daughter of the Governor.
Hoping to see you in Juneau,
Linda Okland
Anchorage PAX coordinator
907-248-2166
leokland@yahoo. com
leoklandSyahoo . com
PRA GSP01 0000404
Unknown
From: Kaii Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state. ak. us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 1 1 :34 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Cayce; Sunny C (GOV)
Subject: RE: Education
Dear Ms. Okland, I have received your request to the Governor and have added it to her
pending scheduling requests list. I'll let you know if this might work after I am able to
discuss it with the Governor.
Sincerely, Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2007 7:19 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Education
Web mail from: Ms. Linda Okland
address: 2702 McKenzie Dr. Anchorage AK 99517
MESSAGE:
Dear Sarah,
Congratulations on your election! I knew when you were one of Howard's bosses at AOGCC
that you would go
far in politics, but I hardly expected to see you in the Governor's Mansion so soon.
I will be making my annual visit to Juneau with the PAX foreign exchange students March
19-22. We usually
make an appointment with the Governor and/or Lt . Governor while we are at the capitol .
This year I
wondered if you and your family would like to try something a little different. Would your
daughters be
interested in hosting the group for a pizza party at the Mansion?
1
PRA GSP01 0000405
This year I have ten students from Indonesia (2) , Malaysia, Philippines, Ghana, Tajikistan,
Turkmenistan, \
Armenia, Ukraine, and Russia. These students are currently attending high school in
Anchorage. They are
recipients of US State Department scholarships as part of its "citizen diplomacy"
initiative.
While in Juneau we will be staying at Schaible House, The Global Connections Club at UAS
is planning a
dinner for the group one of the evenings. We may also make a presentation to a history
class at UAS. The
students will also spend one day at the capitol visiting legislators and attending a floor
session. If
time and weather permit, we will visit Mendenhall Glacier and the Museum. The schedule is
somewhat
uncertain because we have to wait and see when there will be a floor session and then work
around it.
If Willow and Bristol (and Piper if she wants) are interested in meeting the students,
have them e-mail
me. I know the students would love to hear what it is like to be the daughter of the
Governor.
Hoping to see you in Juneau,
Linda Okland
Anchorage PAX coordinator
907-248-2166
leoklandSyahoo . com
leokland@yahoo . com
PRA GSP01 0000406
Page 1 of 1
Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: John Katz G'wkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 1 :20 PM
To: Marty Rutherford; Governor Sarah Palin; Michael Tibbies
Cc: Chip Abernathy; Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Gas pipeline/ Greenwire
Please see the attached, particularly the comments from FERC and Senator Stevens' office.
6/9/2009
PRA GSP01 0000407
trom greenwire this afternoon Page 1 of 3
Printing, GOV (GOV sponsored)
From: Kish, Dan [Dan.kish@mail.house.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 12:54 PM
To: Kate, John W (GOV); "Chip Abernathy'
Subject: from greenwire this afternoon
2. NATURAL GAS: New Alaska pipeline plan includes $500M in
state matching funds
Ben Geman, E&ENewsPM senior reporter
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) will offer a proposal to the state Legislature on Friday to spur development
of the state's natural gas pipeline that will include $500 million in state matching ftmds for early project
costs.
Palin, in Washington this week to promote the plan, said today the proposal could breathe new life into
long-stalled efforts to bring large North Slope natural gas reserves to markets in the lower 48 states.
Palin and a top aide said their plan would allow the state to begin soliciting pipeline proposals by this
summer. "We know we need to get off high center," Palin told reporters. "We need to progress this
project because there are hungry markets for Alaska's natural gas."
The project, once begun, will take an estimated 10 years before gas begins flowing.
The governor envisions an open solicitation for proposals, in contrast to former Gov. Frank Minkowski's
(R) negotiations with BP, Exxon Mobil Corp. and ConocoPhillips. Minkowski was unable to steer his
proposal through the state Legislature.
Palin previewed the bill and timeline she envisions today. Marty Rutherford, who heads Palin's gas
pipeline team, said the state hopes to distribute a request for applications by June or July, with a three-
month response period. They envision early fieldwork beginning in the summer of 2008. "It is a tight
time frame but we are pretty committed to it," Rutherford said.
They also discussed a host of incentives aimed at reducing industry risks, as well requirements industry
must meet in return. The plan will include up to $500 million in state matching funds to help the
developers pay early costs such as design, engineering and environmental analysis work to obtain
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approval for the project.
Beyond the $500 million, the bill includes other incentives for both pipeline developers and Alaska gas
producers.
Providing predictable royalty rates
Rutherford said one of the upstream incentives would be changes to state oil and gas lease provisions to
provide what Rutherford called more predictability in how royalty rates are determined. "Right now it is
a rather complicated formula. We are willing to change that formula to be more certain for producers
who commit their gas into this project," she said.
8/3/2009
PRA GSP01 0000408
from greenwire this afternoon Page 2 of 3
The plan would also provide additional tax incentives for producers that commit to supplying gas during
the first "open season," the period in which pipeline developers solicit commitments to supply gas to the
line.
The state would provide, for 10 years, a tax credit equal to any differences between tax rates in place
during the first open season and any increases imposed by the Legislature, Palin said. "We want to
ensure your profitability is insured for approximately 10 years as it relates to the state production tax,"
she said.
Another aspect of the proposal, Palin said, will be provisions aimed at ensuring the project can be
expanded to allow new gas produced to be added later. She said this was needed to tap future supplies
beyond 35 trillion cubic feet of reserves that producers currently hold.
Palin and Rutherford also said developers will have to provide "timelines and benchmarks" for applying
for federal approval and presenting budgets. Palin said the prior negotiations suffered from a lack of
certainty.
The state will include five gas off-take points to help provide for state energy needs. Palin said the plan
would provide "a more secure United States and more robust economy for the state of Alaska and
ultimately for the nation." The plan also addresses work force issues, such as steps to provide jobs to
Alaskans on the massive project.
Palin has been meeting federal officials and the state's congressional delegation to promote the
forthcoming proposal.
'Very interesting'
An aide to Sen. Ted Stevens (R- Alaska) said the senator is behind Palin and hopes the plan works.
Stevens' office also provided a transcript of a brief interview Stevens gave to Alaska Public Radio
yesterday, in which he called the idea of the state providing up to $500 million in up front funding "very
interesting."
Palin met Monday with FERC Chairman Joseph Kelliher. "We talked about her efforts on the Alaska
natural gas pipeline, which I believe represent the best hope for building a pipeline to bring Alaska's vast
natural gas resources to the energy-consuming lower 48 states," he said in a prepared statement after the
meeting.
A FERC spokeswoman cautioned that this did not represent an endorsement of Palin's plan, but that
Kelliher is pleased that there is progress being made. FERC, in a report to Congress last month,
expressed concern about the state's progress on the project. The report noted that over the past year the
schedule has slipped considerably and that prospects of an application are more remote than a year ago.
"The fresh competitive approach announced by the new governor must be successful if Alaska gas is to
be part of the nation's energy supply solution anytime in the coming years," the report states.
Palin said she is meeting today with Energy Secretary Samuel Bodman to discuss the plan.
Bodman, in a letter to Alaska officials last year, expressed concern about the lack of progress on the
project. He warned that opportunity for Alaskan gas to serve U.S. markets could be "overtaken" by
liquefied natural gas imports if the Alaskan resources are not perceived as viable.
8/3/2009
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from greenwire this afternoon Page 3 of 3
Daniel Kish
House Committee on Resources
U.S. House of Representatives
1324 LHOB
Washington, D.C. 20515
202 226 9722
202 225 5929 fax
8/3/2009
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Katz, John W (GOV) [/0=SOA/OU=FIRST ADMINISTRATIVE
GROUP/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=JWKATZ]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 1 :37 PM
To: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Chip Abemathy; Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: Gas pipeline/ Greenwire
Please see the attached, particularly the comments from FERC and Senator Stevens' office.
6/9/2009
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from greenwire this afternoon Page 1 of 3
Printing, GOV (GOV sponsored)
From: Kish, Dan [Dan.kish@mail.house.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 12:54 PM
To: Katz, John W (GOV); 'Chip Abernathy'
Subject: from greenwire this afternoon
2. NATURAL GAS: New Alaska pipeline plan includes $500M in
state matching funds
Ben Geinan, E&ENews PM senior reporter
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) will offer a proposal to the state Legislature on Friday to spur development
of the state's natural gas pipeline that will include $500 million in state matching funds for early project
costs.
Palin, in 'Washington this week to promote the plan, said today the proposal could breathe new life into
long-stalled efforts to bring large North Slope natural gas reserves to markets in the lower 48 states.
Palin and a top aide said their plan would allow the state to begin soliciting pipeline proposals by this
summer. "We know we need to get off high center," Palin told reporters. "We need to progress this
project because there are hungry markets for Alaska's natural gas."
The project, once begun, will take an estimated 10 years before gas begins flowing.
The governor envisions an open solicitation for proposals, in contrast to former Gov. Frank Minkowski's
(R) negotiations with BP, Exxon Mobil Corp. and ConocoPhillips. Murkowski was unable to steer his
proposal through the state Legislature.
Palin previewed the bill and timeline she envisions today. Marty Rutherford, who heads Palin's gas
pipeline team, said the state hopes to distribute a request for applications by June or July, with a three-
month response period. They envision early fieldwork beginning in the summer of 2008. "It is a tight
time frame but we are pretty committed to it," Rutherford said.
They also discussed a host of incentives aimed at reducing industry risks, as well requirements industry
must meet in return. The plan will include up to $500 million in state matching funds to help the
developers pay early costs such as design, engineering and environmental analysis work to obtain
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approval for the project.
Beyond the $500 million, the bill includes other incentives for both pipeline developers and Alaska gas
producers.
Providing predictable royalty rates
Rutherford said one of the upstream incentives would be changes to state oil and gas lease provisions to
provide what Rutherford called more predictability in how royalty rates are determined. "Right now it is
a rather complicated formula. We are willing to change that formula to be more certain for producers
who commit their gas into this project," she said.
7/13/2009
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•from greenwire this afternoon Page 2 of 3
The plan would also provide additional tax incentives for producers that commit to supplying gas during
the first "open season," the period in which pipeline developers solicit commitments to supply gas to the
line.
The state would provide, for 10 years, a tax credit equal to any differences between tax rates in place
during the first open season and any increases imposed by the Legislature, Palin said. "We want to
ensure your profitability is insured for approximately 10 years as it relates to the state production tax,"
she said.
Another aspect of the proposal, Palin said, will be provisions aimed at ensuring the project can be
expanded to allow new gas produced to be added later. She said this was needed to tap future supplies
beyond 35 trillion cubic feet of reserves that producers currently hold.
Palin and Rutherford also said developers will have to provide "timelines and benchmarks" for applying
for federal approval and presenting budgets. Palin said the prior negotiations suffered from a lack of
certainty.
The state will include five gas off-take points to help provide for state energy needs. Palin said the plan
would provide "a more secure United States and more robust economy for the state of Alaska and
ultimately for the nation." The plan also addresses work force issues, such as steps to provide jobs to
Alaskans on the massive project.
Palin has been meeting federal officials and the state's congressional delegation to promote the
forthcoming proposal.
'Very interesting'
An aide to Sen. Ted Stevens (R- Alaska) said the senator is behind Palin and hopes the plan works.
Stevens' office also provided a transcript of a brief interview Stevens gave to Alaska Public Radio
yesterday, in which he called the idea of the state providing up to $500 million in up front funding "very
interesting."
Palin met Monday with FERC Chairman Joseph Kelliher. "We talked about her efforts on the Alaska
natural gas pipeline, which I believe represent the best hope for building a pipeline to bring Alaska's vast
natural gas resources to the energy -consuming lower 48 states," he said in a prepared statement after the
meeting.
A FERC spokeswoman cautioned that this did not represent an endorsement of Palin's plan, but that
Kelliher is pleased that there is progress being made. FERC, in a report to Congress last month,
expressed concern about the state's progress on the project. The report noted that over the past year the
schedule has slipped considerably and that prospects of an application are more remote than a year ago.
"The fresh competitive approach announced by the new governor must be successful if Alaska gas is to
be part of the nation's energy supply solution anytime in the coming years," the report states.
Palin said she is meeting today with Energy Secretary Samuel Bodman to discuss the plan.
Bodman, in a letter to Alaska officials last year, expressed concern about the lack of progress on the
project. He warned that opportunity for Alaskan gas to serve U.S. markets could be "overtaken" by
liquefied natural gas imports if the Alaskan resources are not perceived as viable.
7/13/2009
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from greenwire this afternoon page 3 of 3
Daniel Kish
House Committee on Resources
U.S. House of Representatives
1324 LHOB
Washington, D.C. 20515
202 226 9722
202 225 5929 fax
7/13/2009
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Unknown
From: John Katz [jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2007 5:37 AM
To: Ed Fogels; Tom Irwin; Denby Lloyd
Cc: Chip Abernathy; Sue Aspelund; Richard Mylius; Marty Rutherford; Governor Sarah Palin; Balash;
Joseph R (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); talis_colberg@law.state.ak.us
Subject: Governor's Meeting with Deputy Secretary Scarlett/Brief Summary
Below is a brief summary of the issues discussed in Governor Palin' s recent
meeting with Deputy Secretary of the Interior Lynn Scarlett:
• Natural Gas Pipeline - Marty outlined the essential components of AGIA.
The Deputy Secretary was interested, but there was general recognition
that Interior's authority is limited to granting a right-of-way for the gas
pipeline.
• State's Energy Education Campaign - We outlined the major elements of
our draft energy education campaign, emphasizing the message that
Alaska is ready and willing to provide secure domestic supplies of oil and
natural gas to the nation. There was agreement that the State and DOI
should work together as specific issues arise, such as ANWR, NPR-A, and
OCS development.
• Endangered Species Act/ Polar Bears - We outlined the State's concerns
with the existing database, the reliability of computer models, and
possible impacts on human activity. There was discussion of climate
change as a predicate for ESA listings. The Deputy Secretary was very
much aware of the polar bear issue. She indicated that the USGS will
work with the USFWS to assess the adequacy of data and methodology.
• Subsistence Use - While indicating that some progress has been made,
we outlined the State's concerns with the decision making process of the
Federal Subsistence Board and said that the Board has failed to meet
Secretarial deadlines for reviewing and modifying its decisional
processes. The Deputy Secretary said that the analysis of customary
trade had been slowed by pending litigation (which DOI will be
discussing further with the Justice Department), that the closure
regulations are almost complete, and that the internal review of FSB
procedures continues.
• King Cove Road - The Deputy Secretary was very familiar with this
issue. We thanked her for her previous involvement. It is expected that
the USFWS will support the land exchange in the event of future
Congressional hearings.
• State and Native Land Conveyance Process - We expressed concern that
final entitlements will not be fulfilled by the deadline in the 2009
legislation and that funding cuts in the President's budget will retard the
process. The Deputy Secretary said that land transfers should be
completed relatively soon after 2009, with surveys some time thereafter.
Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.
11/10/2009
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Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatagialaskadc.org . Thank you .
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2007 12:21 PM
To: Todd Palin; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: John S Stephenson; Gary R Wheeler; Stepovich; Melissa M (GOV); Cayce; Sunny C (GOV)
Subject: FW: Governor Palin Invite
Hi Governor and First Gentleman, I've pasted below the letter from the Fairbanks Ice event inviting the
entire Palin family—just so you know about it. Kari.
March 1,2007
Dear Governor Palin and Family,
The family of Ice Alaska would like to invite the entire Palin family to take part in the
awards ceremony of Ice Alaska. This year's theme is "The Greatest Show In Ice" and
it would be the ICEing on the cake to have the children as part of the big show!
The ceremony begins at 8:00pm at the Ice Park, and it would be an honor to have the
Palin children participate in the handing out of the golden chisels to the winning artists'.
We look forward to seeing you all at the Ice Park on Saturday, March 10!
Sincerely,
Dick Brickley
Ice Alaska
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Dick Brickley [mailto:iceart@icealaska.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2007 11:29 AM
To: kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Melissa Stepovich
Subject: Governor Palin Invite
Hello from Fairbanks, Alaska the ice sculpting capital of the world. Please find attached a letter inviting
Governor Palin and family to participate in the 2007 awards ceremony the evening of March 10 th . If you
need to contact me for anything you can reach me on my cell at 907-388-6675. Thanks and have an "ice"
day. Dick
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Thursday, March 01, 2007 3:06 AM
Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Nizich;
Michael A (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Patrick S Galvin; bruceanders888
@hotmail.com; Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
FW: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
Sarah Palin
-Original Message-
Subject: RE: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
outlay-
Great . but that ' s not what I was told .
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "John Bitney"<john_bitney@gov. state. ak,us>
To : " ' Sarah Palin ' " <gov . sarah@yahoo . com>
Cc : christopher_clark@gov . state . ak . us ; sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ;
joe_balash@gov. state . ak . us; marty_rutherf ordodnr . state . ak . us ;
mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us; mike__nizich@gov. state. ak. us; " 'Karen
Rehfeld ' " <karen_rehf eld@gov . state . ak . us > ; " ' Meghan
Stapleton' "<meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
Sent: 2/28/07 9:45 PM
Subject: RE: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
outlay
Governor:
Please be aware that the $300 million was not specifically set aside by the
Legislature for gasline investment. The Legislature set the money aside as
a savings account for capital expenditures. . .and they don't necessarily take
it for granted that this money HAS TO be used towards gasline investments.
My recommendation is that we
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks
John
Original Message
From: Meghan N Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 9:20 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc : christopher_clark@gov . state . ak . us ; sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ;
sharon_busch@gov . state . ak . us ; j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us ;
melanie_lesh@dnr . state . ak . us ; marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us ;
mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us; john_bitney@gov. state. ak. us;
mike_ni zich@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: Re: RE: KINY; Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
dollar capital outlay
By the way, Steve Quinn did pick up on the fact and he clarified it
with me right after the press conference. Should be in tomorrow's
papers . . .
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 7:13 pm
Subject: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
dollar capital outlay
To : christopher_clark@gov . state . ak . us ,
meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us , sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ,
sharon_busch@gov . state . ak . us
2
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Cc: j oe_balash@gov . state . ak. us , melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak. us,
marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us , mike_t ibbles@gov . state . ak . us ,
j ohn_bitney@gov. state . ak . us , mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us
> We MUST, must remind that $300g has already been set aside by
> legislature for this - and we'll recoup contribution via lower
> tarrif rts down the rd after contributing this amt. Amazing that
> the headlines are all about the $500g contribution.
>
> Sarah Pal in
>
> Original Message
> From: "Christopher Clark"<christopher_clark@gov. state. ak.us>
> To: "'Meghan N Stapleton 1 "<meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>;
>" 'Sharon Leighow' "<sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Sharon
> Busch ' " <sharon_busch@gov . state . ak . us>Cc : " ' Joe
> Balash' "<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>; " 'Melanie
> Lesh' "<melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak.us>; "'Marty
> Rutherford' "<marty_rutherf ord@dnr. state. ak. us >; "'Michael
> Tibbies '"<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>Sent: 2/28/07 1:18 PM
> Subject: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion
> dollar capital outlay
>
> Hats off for this morning's 7:00 a.m. press availability!
> Pete Carran of KINY had the story on the air first, of course. And
> when Pete
> has something, KENI has it soon thereafter.
> (APRN had good coverage of the Governor and Marty in D.C. last
3
PRA GSP01 0000420
> night and the
> night before last . )
> To hear Pete's story, along with good quotes from the Governor and
> Marty, go
> here: http://www.kinyradio.com/newsof.html
> To read his print version, see below (from
> http : //www . kinyradio . com/ j uneaunews/latest_j uneau_news . html )
> Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4TH EDITION
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> Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
> outlayGovemor Palin conducted a press conference in Washington,
> D. C. this
> morning where she is outlining her gas pipeline proposal for
> members of
> Congress and federal authorities.
>
> The Governor says her Alaska Gasline Inducement Act will call for
> the state
> to make an initial capital outlay.
>
> The total capital risk is estimated at a billion dollars.
>
> Palin' s Natural Gas Line Team leader, Deputy Natural Resources
> CommissionerMarty Rutherford says the state will share that
> expense evenly with a $500
> Million outlay.
>
> She says that will go toward the cost of obtaining a certificate
> from the
> Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
>
> Palin is scheduled to introduce her bill for the Legislature's
> considerationFriday.
>
> Developers will be asked to have their proposals ready by October.
> The goal
> is to select a proposal and submit a package for the Legislature's
> consideration by the end of January 2008 and to begin field work
> by that
> summer.
>
> Prior to selecting a project, the process calls for a 60 day
> public comment
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> period.
>
> Under her measure, applicants must provide for a minimum of five
> gas take
> off points in Alaska, commit to a local project headquarters in
> Alaska, and
> pledge to expand the pipeline project when new gas is available.
>
> Inducements for prospective gas line developers include lower
> tariffs and
> relaxed leasing laws.
>
> palin is scheduled to return from Washington D. C. tomorrow.
> (Thursday)
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Thursday, March 01, 2007 2.19 AM
Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
FW: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
Sarah Palin
-Original Message-
Subject: Re: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
outlay
Got it, thanks. I didn't remember the earlier money was set aside- -was it actually
appropriated or is it merely a part of our surplus? (The 300 million)
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: Karen Rehfeld; annette_kreitzer@admin. state. ak. us
<annette_kreitzer@admin. state. ak.us>; S Parnell
Sent: Wed Feb 28 19:12:37 2007
Subject: FW: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
outlay
Sarah Palin
-Original Message-
Subject: FW: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
outlay
Sarah Palin
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-Original Message-
Subject: RE: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital
outlay
We MUST, must remind that $300g has already been set aside by legislature for this - and
we'll recoup contribution via lower tarrif rts down the rd after contributing this amt.
Amazing that the headlines are all about the $500g contribution.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Christopher Clark" <christopher_clark@gov. state. ak.us>
To : " * Meghan N Stapleton ' " <meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us> ; " ' Sharon
Leighow' "<sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>; " 'Sharon Busch' "<sharon_busch@gov. state. ak. us >
Cc : " ' Joe Balash '" < j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us> ; " ' Melanie
Lesh' "<melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak.us>; " 'Marty
Rutherford' "<marty_rutherford@dnr. state. ak.us>; " 'Michael
Tibbies' "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
Sent: 2/28/07 1:18 PM
Subject: KINY: Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
Hats off for this morning's 7:00 a.m. press availability!
Pete Carran of KINY had the story on the air first, of course. And when Pete
has something, KENI has it soon thereafter.
(APRN had good coverage of the Governor and Marty in D.C. last night and the
night before last . )
To hear Pete's story, along with good quotes from the Governor and Marty, go
here : http : //www. kinyradio . com/newsof . html
PRA GSP01 0000425
To read his print version, see below (from
http : / / www . kinyradio . com/ j uneaunews/latest_j uneau_news . html )
Wednesday, February 28, 2007 4TH EDITION
Palin gas line proposal calls for one-half billion dollar capital outlay
Governor Palin conducted a press conference in Washington, D. C. this
morning where she is outlining her gas pipeline proposal for members of
Congress and federal authorities.
The Governor says her Alaska Gasline Inducement Act will call for the state
to make an initial capital outlay.
The total capital risk is estimated at a billion dollars.
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Palin's Natural Gas Line Team leader, Deputy Natural Resources Commissioner
Marty Rutherford says the state will share that expense evenly with a $500
Million outlay.
She says that will go toward the cost of obtaining a certificate from the
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Palin is scheduled to introduce her bill for the Legislature's consideration
Friday.
Developers will be asked to have their proposals ready by October. The goal
is to select a proposal and submit a package for the Legislature's
consideration by the end of January 2008 and to begin field work by that
summer .
Prior to selecting a project, the process calls for a 60 day public comment
period.
Under her measure, applicants must provide for a minimum of five gas take
off points in Alaska, commit to a local project headquarters in Alaska, and
pledge to expand the pipeline project when new gas is available.
Inducements for prospective gas line developers include lower tariffs and
relaxed leasing laws.
Palin is scheduled to return from Washington D. C. tomorrow. (Thursday)
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Unknown
From: John Kate [jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2007 5:45 AM
To: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Patrick S Galvin; Irwin; Tom E (DNR)
Cc: Chip Abernathy; Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV);
Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Gas Pipeline/DC Strategy
In the aftermath of your visits to DC, I think that there is evolving consensus
within the Administration about how to deal with Congress and the Federal
agencies on the gas pipeline.
When convenient for everyone, I would suggest a conference call to compare
notes and to discuss future strategy and its implementation. If you agree, I
will take responsibility for scheduling something.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
i wkatz@alaskadc .org . Thank you .
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 01 , 2007 1 0:29 AM
To: Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Patrick
S Galvin; bruceanders888@hotmail.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV);
Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Irwin; Tom E (DNR)
Subject: RE: Tax break
Pis have someone there
Pis coordinate w/ tibbles
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Karen Rehfeld" <karen_rehfeld@gov. state. ak.us>
To: "Sarah Palin" <gov. sarah®yahoo. com>
Cc : marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us ; meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us ;
sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ; patrick_galvin@revenue . state . ak . us ; bruceanders888
©hotmail.com; mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us; mike_nizich@gov. state. ak. us;
j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us ; j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us ; tom_irwin@dnr . state . ak . us
Sent: 3/1/07 8 : 05 AM
Subject: Re: Tax break
Governor - It may be helpful for someone from our gas team to be at the
budget roll out press briefing today to be able to field questions on
pipeline integrity - I did not want to discuss the AGIA fiscal
notes/impacts today although I am certain there will be questions on
that also. Bitney will be at the press event also - KJR
Sarah Palin wrote:
>I sure don't like all the focus on incentives/tax breaks/changes in oil-gas tax rates,
etc. I don't like that focus and we sure havnt concluded where we are on all those fiscal
aspects. Sure comes across as sounding just like murky' s give aways - the same give
aways the public said 'no' to... So we need a more reasonable explanation of our
intentions here with any and all tax considerations .
>Also, we're still viewed as 'loosening up' slope oversight ever since AND headline last
week -sen.murkowski even was pretty appalled by the intimation that we're not ramping up
oversight ... We corrected her but she's still concerned . Pis look into hiring iD r ; w ii Q r,aH7^1
|p r j v j| eg e| again for a position there. I don't want to mess around there and diminish public
confidence in my commitment to beef up oversight .
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>Sarah Palin
*****************************
Karen J. Rehfeld
Office of Management & Budget
465-4660
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Unknown
From: S R Parnell [srj3arnell@g0v.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 01 , 2007 7:35 AM
To: govpalin@yahoo.com
Subject: Gasline op-eds
FYI
Original Message
From s R Parnell <sr_parnell@gov. state. ak.us>
Date Thu, 01 Mar 2007 07:33:37 -0900
To Kate Morgan <kate_morgan@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc 'Meghan Stapleton' <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
Subject Re: Slight Change
All,
Obviously, if the ADN is only willing to print one op-ed piece it
should be the governor's. Second, if they run two then mine should
follow the governor's.
Finally, if the ADN doesn't run mine... let's look to other newspapers
(Newsminer, Frontiersman, Clarion) that might carry it. Thanks.
Sean
Original Message
From: Kate Morgan <kate_morgan@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 12:28 pm
Subject: Slight Change
To: 'Meghan Stapleton' <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>, 'S Parnell'
<sr_parnell@gov. state. ak. us >
> I'm sorry for the excessive amount of emailing, but I did just get
> a call
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> from Larry, and he said that Matt Zencey had not checked with him
> firstbefore emailing me. Larry said he'd wait to see both pieces
> and decide
> which one, or two, to run at that time. So Meg, if you have any
> guestionsabout this, feel free to email or call me or call Larry
> at 351-8276 (the
> line he's been calling me from). Thanks!
> Kate Morgan
> Special Assistant/Communications
> Office of the Lieutenant Governor
> (907) 269-0328
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 01 , 2007 1 :43 PM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: RE: Op ed
"Yes" on the Character idea like we did in Was ilia !
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "S R Parnell"<sr_parnell@gov. state. ak.us>
To: "Sarah Palin"<gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
Sent: 2/24/07 5:52 PM
Subject: Re: Op ed
Yes, but I'm cleaning it up some after getting comments from Marty and
Talis.
However, I raised the points in two speeches last night in Fbx
(Republican Lunch and Lincoln Dinner) [see Fbx News Miner article- -they
only got part of it, but it's a start] .
I also wanted to raise an idea with you since I found out you were
involved as Mayor in making Wasilla a City of Character, what if you
took it a step farther and made Alaska a State of Character. You could
appoint a "Character Council" of private sector people to lead the
charge and in state government we could begin to focus on character
traits--I've got more on this but since you've already done it on a
city level I think it ' s the next step for you/us beyond the ethics
debate .
I told Kris Perry that I was working on bringing you a proposal (Jay
Pullins is helping me in my office.
Enjoy DC!
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Sean
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov . sarah@yahoo . com>
Date: Saturday, February 24, 2007 9:20 am
Subject: Op ed
To: sr_parnell@gov. state. ak. us
> Great job on the op-ed, It. Gov. Are you going to submit?
> Sarah Palin
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 01 , 2007 12:23 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Tom E Irwin; Martha K Rutherford; Balash;
Joseph R (GOV); Patrick S Galvin; Bruce F Anders; Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow
Subject: RE: Fwd: tonight
What event is tonight?
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Meghan N Stapleton" <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.cotn; mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us; tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak. us;
marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us ; j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us ;
pat rick_galvin@revenue . state . ak . us ; bruce_anders@dnr . state . ak . us
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us ; sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us
Sent: 3/1/07 9:40 AM
Subject: Fwd: tonight
This will certainly be our "problem" now. As I work on the Governor's
talking points for tomorrow, could you please advise me of any
specifics that were not released yesterday and that the media would be
interested in - in terms of the AGIA rollout. We need the headlines to
stay strong and not fade.
Please note that the Commissioners do not need to stay late for Bill
now; however, Sabra Ayers with the Anchorage Daily News may have a few
questions after the briefing.
Thanks ,
Meg
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 01 , 2007 3:58 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: welcome home!
Governor,
Kris has decided to be your designee for Alaska Statehood Celebration. Linda Perez, Law, and Ethics signed off
on it. It's similar to you designating heads of departments to boards. We are finally going to see some progress!
I had a great time up north with Kris, by the way. I told her it was refreshing to be working with her again because
of our inherent belief in you, etc, etc, etc. We were getting fired up talking about bureaucracy and other things.
We had a good time though.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
You'll see from Kari that Mike, Mike, Denby and I are hoping to sit down with you Monday re: North Pacific. We
need to decide the 6 nominations so I can get them going on all of their paperwork, background checks, finger
printing, etc.
Okay, that's all I'll bother you with for now. I hope you had a great trip! Tell Piper I miss her!
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivyJrye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: John Katz [jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 6:02 AM
To: Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored)
Cc: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Gas Pipeline/Vice President
As follow-up to your DC trip, I would recommend that you request a telephone
call with Vice President Cheney for next week to outline AGIA and to discuss
your gas pipeline meetings with Chairman Kelliher, Secretary Bodman, etc.
As we have discussed, the Vice President has the lead for the Bush
administration on most energy issues. I think we made substantial progress
with FERC and DOE. However, for this to manifest itself in beneficial ways, I
believe the Vice President must be onboard. This is particularly true with
respect to our approach, which does not favor the producers but treats all
potential applicants equally.
I think we can expect that the call would last no more than 15 to 20 minutes
and would be between you and him alone. If a call makes sense, I can do
some advance work with his energy staff whom I know pretty well.
On a related matter, I have suggested to Mike Tibbies that we convene an
internal teleconference of appropriate State people to review the DC situation
and to confirm messaging and strategy for the future, including both Congress
and the federal executive agencies.
We very much enjoyed working with you and Mike this week.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
i wkatzfgtalaskadc . org . Thank you.
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 3:58 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A Nizich
Subject: FW: Amazing stuff!
FYI.
From: alan munro [mailto:amunro@gci.net]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 12:30 PM
To: sheephorn@gcl.net
Cc: Senator_Charlie_Huggins@legis.state.ak.us; Senator_Lyda_Green@legis.state.ak.us;
Senator_Thomas_Wagoner@legis.state,ak.us; Senator_Gary_Stevens@legis.state.ak.us;
governor@gov.state.ak. us
Subject: Amazing stuff!
Dear Steve Flory,
Somehow I received this (your) message and now I can not, not, reply to you; and et al.
First, (your) passe\ colonial, concept of "owning" Alaska's (natural) resources is truly an amazingly parochial
concept and attitude, especially in this day and age. And here is exactly why:
We actually own nothing of the natural world-but we do and should work hard at treating it wisely and with
utmost respect and consideration in perpetuity.
This acquired wisdom and respect may involve an intense 21st Century education, as well as, a thorough
understanding of the Alaskan Natives' own, ages old, mature credo.
This credo basically follows and results in a humble acceptance of the precious gifts presented by our land,
water, air and by all the original natural inhabitants found therein.
What it is not about, as you have written, is "bio-greenie"s, "Good Old Boy networks" or "Urban-Rural
Divide." It is also not about politicians or department heads and it is certainly not about blatantly dissing the
Governor of Alaska, in your obvious rush to arms.
Your call to arms of the "Sportsmen" of Alaska totally misses the target and does nothing at all to promote
unity or a better understanding of the complex and interdependant nature of all species and their individual
uniqueness in this total web-of-life that exists, both in Alaska and in the wide-world out there. Thank you for
giving me this opportunity to respond to you.
Sincerely, Alan R. Munro
From: STEVEN Fiorv
To: Steve Flory
Sent: Thursday, March 01 , 2007 7:26 AM
Subject: Urgent Message to All Sportsmen!!!
Fellow Sportsmen,
Sarah said she would make changes, get rid of the Good Old Boy networks, and get tough with the Feds.
She championed the Constitution, which states that Alaskans own the resources and should use them.
She made that promise all over the state. She said, "Hold our feet to the fire".
Now more than ever, we have one last chance to let the Governor and her staff know that we invested
heavily in her, and we are going to hold her to her abundance management promises.
A virtual conspiracy placed Denby Lloyd as her Acting ADF&G Commissioner. With supporting ethical
shenanigans by the Joint Boards of Fish and Game, the Governor was handed a "list" that consisted of
one name, Denby Lloyd.
With callous disregard for state statute, the Joint Boards ignored the fact that the law directed them to
provide "a list of qualified persons", from which the Governor was to chose. The Good Old Boys couldn't
take the chance she might pick one of the others originally "short-listed" by the Joint Boards. This is a
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sad commentary on the Governor who campaigned for transparency in government, higher ethical standards, and
changes in the status quo.
Now Lloyd has selected a "bio-greenie", Ken Taylor, as his Deputy of Game. You heard it right , the same
Ken Taylor that brought us Knowles' wolf neutering fiasco, and helped reintroduce wolves into
Yellowstone (see the attached document for his full list of "accomplishments").
We cannot wait! Our moose populations are crashing around us, and Federal intrusion is at an all time high! This
may be the last chance we have for the next generation to enjoy the life style that Alaskan's live for - an Alaska
where wildlife abundance is the rule, not the exception.
Candidate Sarah lifted the hopes and sprits of Alaskans and crossed the "Urban-Rural Divide" with her promise to
restore game populations to the shining star they were before political correctness crept in and captured
our ADF&G. She has written us the check of hope, it is now time to present that check to Governor Sarah for
payment.
There is one more chance to send her a message that you want changes. On Friday, March 2 at 3:30 P.M. the
Legislature's Resource Committees take up the confirmation hearings for Denby Lloyd and others. Call your
legislators and ask them to vote NO on Lloyd's confirmation. If they do, the Governor can begin an honest process
and request the Joint Boards to rethink their "list" definition. We Alaskans who elected Sarah Palin Governor
deserve no less.
Now is the time to call and/or email your Legislators today and let the will of the people be heard!
Senator Charlie Huggins Resource Chair
907-465-3878
800-862-3878
fax: 907-465-3265
Senator Charlie Huoains@legis.state.ak, us
Senator Lyda Green
907-465-6600
877-465-6601
fax:907-465-3805
Senator Lvda Green&leais.state.ak.us
Senator Tom Wagoner
907-465-2828
800-964-5733
fax: 907-465-4779
Senator Thomas Waaoner@leais.state.ak.us
Senator Gary Stevens
907-465-4925
800-821-4925
fax:907-465-3517
Senator Gary Stevensiaieo.is.state.ak. us
Shout it from the housetops, or live with the consequences!
Send this message to every hunter, Fisherman, and trapper
you know!
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As the Governor often says "Take a stand!"
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 1:21 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin"; 'Tom Irwin'; 'Patrick Galvin'; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; 'Bruce Anders'; Balash;
Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FW: Senators Stedman, Huggins to Promote Alaska Gas Line in Nation's Capital
Just an FYI. And good comments from Huggins re: DC trip. I know Joe Balash is heading
back to Energy Council and will speak about AGIA for roughly 10 minutes, I believe.
Thanks,
Meghan
Meghan N. stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Jeff Turner [mailto:Jeff_Turner@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 12:25 PM
Subject: Senators Stedman, Huggins to Promote Alaska Gas Line in Nation's Capital
For Immediate Release: March 2, 2007
Senators Stedman, Huggins to Promote Alaska Gas
Line in Nation's Capital
Discussion with Vice-President's Staff, FERC Commissioners Planned
(JUNEAU) - Senate Finance Committee members Sen. Charlie Huggins (R - Rural Mat-
Su/Chugiak) and Sen. Bert Stedman (R - Sitka) are traveling to Washington D.C. this weekend
to attend the Energy Council meeting. Their mission next week is to discuss Gov. Sarah Palin's
Alaska Gasline Inducement Act (AGIA) and other Alaska energy issues with state and national
leaders. Energy Council is a group of state lawmakers from energy producing states that come
together to discuss and promote energy issues in the nation's capital.
The event brings Stedman and Huggins together for a series of meetings with the Vice-
President's Deputy Assistant for Domestic Energy Policy, Federal Energy and Regulatory
Commission (FERC) Commissioners, members of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources
Committee, and Alaska's Congressional Delegation.
"Governor Palin's trip to Washington last week to discuss her AGIA was a success," said
Huggins. "Energy Council is the perfect way to follow up and reinforce her positive message that
Alaska is ready to negotiate with companies interested in building a gas pipeline."
"Now that Governor Palin has released her Alaska Gasline Inducement Act, our gasline tops the
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Energy Council agenda in Washington D.C.," said Stedman. "I look forward to working with the
national leaders who will help make Alaska's gasline a reality."
Both senators will play a key role in reviewing the AGIA bill. Sen. Stedman co-chairs the Senate
Finance Committee and sits on the Resources Committee, while Sen. Huggins chairs the Senate
Resources Committee and sits on the Finance Committee.
###
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 4: 1 7 PM
To: Fagerstrom; Erika (GOV)
Subject: FW: Mr. Todd Patin
From: Brad Fluetsch [mailto:bjf@gci.net]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 4:16 PM
To: sarah_palin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Mr. Todd Palin
Dear Governor Palin,
As President of Glacier Valley Alaska Native Brotherhood Camp #70, 1 would like to extend an invitation
to Mr. Todd Palin to join our organization. We are having a regular meeting March 6, 2007, 6:00PM at the
Breakwater Inn.
Todd can learn more about us at www.anbcamp70.ora and www.anbqrandcamp.ora
Gunalcheesh
Bradley J. Fluetsch, CFA
President ANB Camp #70
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 4:01 PM
To: Stepovich; Melissa M (GOV)
Subject: FW: Other
I sent you the proclamation today in the mail. Can you get back to her and let her know
if someone is
available to go the event? Thanks.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 1:10 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Other
Web mail from: Ms. Virginia L. Damron
address: 224 Dunbar Ave Fairbanks AK 99701
MESSAGE:
Thank you for your response to our request to Governor Palin to open the 2007 State Master
Gardeners
Conference, March 16 > in Fairbanks. Does she have a representative that could open the
conference on her
behalf? We have allowed up to 20 minutes for the opening speaker at 8:30 a.m. We would
be honored to
host her representative.
Virginia L. Damron, President
Master Gardeners of the Tanana Valley
(907)451-8478
vld@acsalaska . net
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Unknown
From: Melissa M. Stepovich [melissa_stepovich@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 4:09 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Re: FW: Other
Sure, we will have someone at the event.
Melissa
Governor Sarah Palin wrote:
>I sent you the proclamation today in the mail. Can you get back to her
>and let her know if someone is
>available to go the event? Thanks.
>
> Original Message
>From : WebMail@gov . state . ak . us [mailto : WebMail@gov . state . ak . us]
>Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 1:10 PM
>To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
>Sub j ect : Other
>
>Web mail from: Ms. Virginia L. Damron
>address: 224 Dunbar Ave Fairbanks AK 99701
>
>MESSAGE:
>Thank you for your response to our request to Governor Palin to open
>the 2007 state Master Gardeners
>Conference, March 16, in Fairbanks. Does she have a representative
>that could open the conference on her
>behalf? We have allowed up to 20 minutes for the opening speaker at
>8.-30 a.m. We would be honored to
>host her representative.
>
>Virginia L. Damron, President
>Master Gardeners of the Tanana Valley
>(907)451-8478
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>vld@acsalaska . net
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 6:38 PM
To: Theresa Nangle Obermeyer; Governor Sarah Palin; Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Kris Perry; Mary Havens
Subject: RE: Dr. McLean, Alaska Bar Assn., & Alaska Permanent Fund Board
Theresa,
Pursuant to the Alaska Public Records Act, you will be provided a copy of Dr. McLean resume within 10 days.
I am aware you applied for the Bar Association, as did several other applicants. Dr. McLean proved to be the
best candidate to fill the vacancy on this particular board. I believe his community involvement, professional
experience, and open and objective views of the Alaska Bar and the Alaska judicial system made him my first
recommendation for Governor Palin's consideration. He does not have an agenda. He does not have any
preconceived ideas about the board. Dr. McLean comes in with an open mind, a passion for law, and a
willingness to serve the state of Alaska. I will let his resume speak for itself.
I sincerely appreciate your interest in serving the state of Alaska and the Bar Association. Governor Palin asked
that I convey her appreciation also. I look forward to continuing an open and positive dialogue with you.
Best regards,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
From: Theresa Nangle Obermeyer [mailto:tobermeyer@gci.net]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 2:38 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Ivy Frye; Kris Perry; Mary Havens
Subject: Fwd: Dr. McLean, Alaska Bar Assn., & Alaska Permanent Fund Board
Governor Palin:
I hope that you, Sarah, yourself have read my email" "Dr. McLen, Alaska Bar Assn., & Alaska
Permanent Fund Board." I am trying to help you. Only with the truth can you succeed.
May I receive Dr. McLean's vita? I assume he submitted one as part of his application for Board of
Governors, Alaska Bar Association. I believe anyone who serves in a public body like Board of
Governors Alaska Bar Association is open to public scrutiny. Please let me know if this request is a
problem.
Sincerely yours,
Theresa
(Contact information below.)
Begin forwarded message:
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From: Governor Sarah Palin < govemor@qov.state.ak.us >
Date: March 2, 2007 12:12:20 PM AKST
To: Theresa Nangle Obermeyer' < tobermeyeri8>gci.net>
Subject: RE: Dr. McLean, Alaska Bar Assn., & Alaska Permanent Fund Board
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the appropriate staff
person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: Theresa Nangle Obermeyer [mailto:tobermeyer@gci.net]
Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2007 7:00 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Ivy Frye
Subject: Dr. McLean, Alaska Bar Assn., & Alaska Permanent Fund Board
Governor Palin c/o Ms. Frye:
I just left a voice mail when I checked your website and found that
you appointed Donald McLean, D.D.S. or D.M.D., to Alaska Bar
Association Board of Governors today. Please email of fax his vita.
I assume you know that I wrote you to ask that I be appointed. I
apologize that I cannot give you a big check. Can you imagine how
much money we have spent and the emotional effort that we have
expended, Sarah? I can tell you that I am very saddened that I feel
that we get no help at all. I do not observe per your "Governor
Palin Fills Board and Commissions":". . . their selfless efforts to
share their expertise and knowledge with the rest of the state." I
observe only those who are purveyors of the status quo getting any
appointments. Please make sure that I am "all wet."
Do you really believe that my husband has flunked a three day essay
test of minimal competency 31 times over a 23 year period and that he
should have been denied reciprocity for 17 years? Tom and I know
that ethical people do not take a person's money once without a
thought of helping the person. If an attorney who is licensed in any
of the about 25 states that have reciprocity with Alaska wants to be
licensed here all he/she has to do is pay $1,000 and submit
paperwork. My husband and I live here and should have at least as
equal rights as those who have never landed on our soil. We have
fewer. Alaska is owned by the 499/2,856 Alaska Active Out of State
who are members of the most powerful law firms in the U.S. What
about Alaska?
I would have thought that there would have been articles this week
about Commissioner Notti's appointment and the $37,250,500,000 pot of
money that we own as Alaskans. The fact that very little if anything
is written at any time in our media about Alaska Permanent Fund is a
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profound example of the fact that Alaska is owned by interests
outside Alaska. There should be publicity constantly about it.
Please check http://www.apfboardconfirmation.org for 493 pages of
research about what Alaska Permanent Fund Board really does. I have
asked that Alaska Permanent Fund Board members' yearly APOC Financial
Disclosure Statements be posted online but to date APOC has not
decided to do this. That would be a step in the right direction.
I know that "Politics is the art of the possible." You, Governor
Palin, cannot change the world. I know you are doing your best but I
could have done a really good job on Board of Governors Alaska Bar
Association. I really am sad that you could not have seen your way
clear to appointing me. I did want to give you a check but I have
two sons in private medical schools and two other children in private
colleges. We spend any other money we have on Tom's effort to be
licensed to practice law in Alaska.
I hope to get Dr. McLean's resume tomorrow. I would like to know Dr.
McLean but I am tired of being the focus of everyone's hatred just
because I tell the truth.
Sincerely yours,
Theresa Nangle Obermeyer
3000 Dartmouth Drive
Anchorage, Alaska 99508-4413
(907)278-9455 Phone/Fax/Msg.
http://www.apfboardconfirmation.org
http://www.tobermeyer.info
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent Saturday, March 03, 2007 9:49 PM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR);
Irwin; Tom E (DNR)
Subject: Re: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Thanks so much Joe. And if they happen to still be there on Saturday, remember I'll be up in
Fairbanks that weekend if they wanted to meet then.
Joe Balash <joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
The request that came in from the White River First Nation came in with a date during your trip to DC. As
such, I made an offer to meet them in Fairbanks. The original date fell through and now Commissioner
Irwin and I will be meeting with them on Tuesday afternoon in Fairbanks. The reason for that location is
that they can drive there in just a few hours.
Joe
— Original Message —
From: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>
To: Michael Tibbies; Joe Balash; John Bitney; Kari Spencer, Marty Rutherford; Tom Irwin
<tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us>
Sent: Sat Mar 03 1 2:58:23 2007
Subject: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
FYI - 1 haven't heard anything about these meetings wtih Yukon First Nation.
Bill Arnold <teedah@gci.net> wrote:
Date: Sat, 03 Mar 2007 09:27:3 1 -0900
From: Bill Arnold <teedah@gci.net>
Subject: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
To: 'Scott Heyworth' <heywotth@gci.net>
I guess the Wh ite River First Nationa€™s request for consultations were with the Murky
Administration that wasna€™t well received. Sarah is I guess planning meetings with them. SheS€™ll
probably a€cepull a rabbit out of the hata€Q on this one. I see Sarah as the a€cePR Ladya€D throughout
the whole project moving it along quickly, something no one else had the skills and/or willing to do. With
Murkya€™s people, it was probably the a€cepompous assa€0 approach in most of what they did or did
not do. Sarah has excellent PR skills as evidenced by her run for Governor.
Bill
From: Scott Heyworth fmailto:hevworth(Sieci.net l
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 11:14 PM
To: Scott R Heyworth
Subject: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107, this material is distributed without profit to those
who have expressed a prior interest in receiving the included information for research and educational
purposes.
Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Last Updated: Friday, March 2, 2007 1 1:30 PM CT
CBC News <file:///C:/news/credit.html>
The Yukon's White River First Nation is in Alaska this week trying to negotiate a separate deal for a
right-of-way should a natural gas pipeline be built down the Alaska Highway.
The First Nation, based in Beaver Creek near the Alaska border, made its pitch Thursday at a hearing
of the Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission in the state capital of Juneau.
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Connie Larochelle said the First Nation has members in the Yukon and Alaska and is willing to negotiate a deal with pipeline developers.
"We do know, for example, that where the pipeline enters into Alaska we do have a mass grave site in that proximity and we also have a fish
camp close to the Alaska/Canada border," Larochelle said.
"We would highly encourage anybody that is contemplating putting a project through White River First Nation to negotiate a consultation
protocol so that any impacts can be mitigated or avoided altogether."
Larochelle admits invitations sent by the First Nation to the oil companies three years ago asking for consultations were not well received, but
she says that's because the First Nation also wanted the companies to pay for the negotiations.
Larochelle said the First Nation has sent a letter to Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin and meetings are being planned.
The proposed Alaska Highway pipeline would carry gas from Alaska's North Slope through the Yukon to markets in the south.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2007 6:31 AM
To: , mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us , ; 'Frank Bailey'; 'John Bitney'; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Cc: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Subject: Fwd: Taylor_Made[1]
Mike or Frank - does anyone know how anyone could send an annonymous email from my old
personal account (spalin@mtaonline.nef) that I don't even use anymore... I did NOT send this
email.
Also, Mike(s),
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Pers
sarah <spalitt@mtaonline.net> wrote:
From: "sarah" <spalin@mtaonline.net>
To: "sarah palin" <spalin@mtaonline.net>
CC: "John W. Bitney" <jPrivileged or Personal f>
Privileged or Persor>
Subject: Taylor_Made[l]
Date: Sat, 3 Mar 2007 05:50:57 -0900
Denby' s Game Guy - "Taylor-made" for a Wildlife Disaster
• Mr. Taylor's ultimate claim to fame was his intense personal satisfaction with his
important role in moving Canadian wolves into Yellowstone National Park .
• At a conference in Homer with Deborah Williams' group (now known as the
Alaska Conservation Voters), Mr. Taylor recounted his efforts to aid the
restoration of wolves to Yellowstone National Park including the line, " I cried
when the wolves were released at Yellowstone ". Very progressive, Ken! Now
every hunter in the whole country is crying over this unmitigated disaster.
• Mr. Taylor, an active liberal, was an enthusiastic supporter and campaigner for
Democrat Fran Ulmer's unsuccessful run for governor.
• In Fairbanks, from about '85 to '91 (or so) he had dismal performance. His
penchant for playing golf and chasing "the good life" sent him on the National and
International meetings circuit to the point that the Fairbanks staff referred to him
as "The Vacancy Factor".
• Mr. Taylor's tenure at Region III in Fairbanks followed a stint as one of the worst
area biologist's in corporate memory. He was assigned in Dillingham (Mulchatna
Caribou herd, etc.) where he distinguished himself by never having any data for
the Board (or probably the Region) on population dynamics or changes. He
virtually sat in the chair and accomplished nothing.
• As the management coordinator in cahoots with Chris Smith (ultra greenie and
"anti" sympathizer), he made sure Bob Stevenson, one of arguably the best five
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wolf biologists in the world was taken out as the Department's wolf expert and re-assigned
as an area biologist. The new wolf guy was a much better "yes" man.
Taylor was "responsible" for decisions during the Department's GMU 20A wolf control
efforts and could have easily avoided the confrontation with Gordon Haber, which put
Gordie on the evening news after the Dept. muffed efficiently killing a wolf in a snare
with the cameras rolling.
In the 1990s, Taylor worked for some time as the Deputy Director of the Division of
Wildlife Conservation under his CSU college buddy and longtime friend Wavne Reglin .
Among his notable achievements, he can be credited (at least in part) with the
Department's disastrous wolf sterilization program.
He was later appointed Director of Habitat under Tony Knowles and was at the helm
during the time they really got into trouble. There were eyewitness accounts of Habitat
staffers throwing pizza parties to celebrate their victories in shutting down
commercial/industrial endeavors. Murkowski subsequently moved Habitat to DNR to
neutralize the Division's radical environmental gang's ability to stifle
industry/development.
Throughout his career, Taylor was uniformly known as a worthless supervisor by those he
supervised, except for the habitat folks whom he let do anything the regional Habitat
Supervisor wanted to do.
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From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2007 7:14 PM
To: fek9wnr@yahoo.com
Cc: Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Flight Information for Sunday, 3/4 and Wednesday, 3/7
Hi Todd,
Here's your flight information for Sunday evening and Wednesday.
Alaska Airlines
Confirmation Code: ESQTEM
Sun. 3/4
Fit. #70 Depart ANC-7:50pm Arrive JNU- 9:29pm. Seat 13F
Wed. 3/7
Fit. #65 Depart JNU- 1:41pm. Arrive ANC- 3:28pm. Seat 24F
Shane will be at the airport to pick you up on Sunday at 9:30pm.
Unless we hear that you have other transportation- that's the plan.
Safe travels'.
Erika
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
govpalin@yahoo.com
Saturday, March 03, 2007 7:55 AM
Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Yahoo! Auto Response
Dear Sender,
Due to the increased volume, we can longer accept email at this account.
All future emails should be sent using my web mail form at
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2007 3:10 PM
To: Sarah Palin; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Mental Health Trust Nomination
Governor and Mike,
Jeff Jessee sent the MHTA nomination on February 22 (after the confirmation list was due to the Legislature).
I've included a memo with the nomination. If if s good, I'll prepare a letter and send it down to the speaker and
president— they already know this was going to be late. I provided a hard copy of the memo and the resume to
Kari and Janice yesterday so it may in your piles of reading material.
Also, when you guys have time, Local Boundary Commission is heating up.
Privileged or Pel'"" explain why when I see you guys.
Privileged or Personal Material Red
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2007 3: 1 PM
To: Sarah Palin; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Mental Health Trust Nomination
Governor and Mike,
Jeff Jessee sent the MHTA nomination on February 22 (after the confirmation list was due to the Legislature).
I've included a memo with the nomination. If it's good, I'll prepare a letter and send it down to the speaker and
president— they already know this was going to be late. I provided a hard copy of the memo and the resume to
Kari and Janice yesterday so it may in your piles of reading material.
Also, when you guys have time, Local Boundary Commission is heating up.
Privileged or Pel ''" explain why when I see you guys.
Privileged or Personal Material Redat
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sunday, March 04, 2007 5.50 PM
Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
RE: Post Secondary Education
I don't know
' 1 IVI jjj , but if its a public members seat that lydia would be filling (and
this is not a full time job, correct?) then I have confidence lydia can do the job.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye"<ivy_f rye@gov. state. ak.us>
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; "Tibbies, Michael A (GOV) "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
Sent: 2/28/07 3:13 PM
Subject: Post Secondary Education
We had previously discussed placing Lydia Wirkus on Post Secondary
Education;
Privileged or Pers
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
My first thought was
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Privileged or Personal Material
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 9: 1 AM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); fek9wnr@yahoo.com; Fagerstrom; Erika (GOV)
Subject: travel
Kari - after getting weathered in here this weekend and missing the Iditarod, I really want to
make sure I'm giving myself plenty of time to get out for scheduled events outside of Juneau.
I haven't seen Thursday's schedule, but I need reservations to be out of here -probably
Wednesday? - to make sure I'm not going to miss Friday's gala and all of the Anchorage and
Fairbanks events this weekend, thanks!
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From: Patrick Galvin [patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 6:59 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FW: AGIA launching
FYI.
-Pat
From: Malcolm Roberts [mailto:mal@gci.net]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 6:02 AM
To: patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us
Subject: AGIA launching
Commissioner
Thank you for inviting us to the roll out of AGIA on Friday. I was glad that David Gottstein made it.
My plane was diverted to Yakutat, but I heard the press conference via the internet and watched the
Gavel to Gavel re-play last evening.
Please pass on my congratulations to Governor Palin and your team. The presentation was clear
and strong, and Backbone II commends all of you on the package you have assembled. We will meet
today and review the details of the legislation. We plan to attend the Town Hall meetings this evening,
and you can count on our support for legislative passage this session.
Malcolm Roberts - 343-2457
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com3
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 4:43 PM
To: Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Notti; Emil R (CED)
Subject: RE: statehood commission
Kris Perry to the rescue! Thanks Kris - great solutions here.
Kris Perry <krisjperry@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
That is what she proposed. She's never been on payroll. Currently her only role is as the
Governor's designee as Chairperson of the Commission. I came up with a solution that will work
w/the Statehood Commission and hopefully minimize any hard feelings. Since this office will be
managing the project, I will become the Governor's designee, thereby replacing the Chairperson
on the commission. This should minimize anyone feeling like they've been replaced by a "peer"
in the community. I spoke to Linda Perez and she gave the "all clear". I think it's a positive
solution and it makes sense.
Current staff is Patty Swenson with Commerce and she supports both the Coin Commission and
the Statehood Commission. However, there are changes planned. To maximize efficiencies,
staff support will occur with existing staff out of the Governor's office. I'm working with Emil on
this.
Ivy and Meg are both aware. We'll get this finalized early this week.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 11:09 AM
To: Kristina Y Perry; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; emil_notti@commerce.state.ak.us
Subject: statehood commission
Kris - the memo from Gail Phillips says she's paid $100g/yr as ex. dir. of Celebration
Commission... and a raise of $10g next yr... and another raise of $10g the yr. after.
???'■■
Is this accurate? It sounds absolutely ridiculous that the state is/was paying a full time
employee for this, along with budgeting for a PR firm to organize the event?
Is she off payroll yet?
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From: Patrick Galvin [patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 4:26 PM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Cc: Sarah Palin; Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: Energy Counsel
Kari,
Can you please contact Lori Cameron, Executive Director of The Energy
Counsel, and let her know that I will be representing the Administration in the
presentation of AGIA on Saturday, March 10? Lori's contact number is (972)
243-7788. Joe and I will be there together.
Thank you.
-Pat
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 4:07 PM
To: Meghan N Stapieton
Cc: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: Re: FW: Sunday editorial
right on... glad he acknowledged his mistake, pis tell him i appreciate his acknowledgment
Meghan Stapieton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
i
FYI.
Meghan N. Stapieton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Persily, Larry [mailto:LPersily@adn.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 1:13 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us
Subject: Sunday editorial
In re-reading Sunday's AGIA editorial, I see where it does say in one spot "...
even the governor admits the tax rate is too high. ..." That should have said, "...
even the administration admits the tax rate is too high. ..." It was based on my
interview with Patrick on Thursday, and the error (attributing it to the governor
instead of the administration) came from writing the editorial while sitting in the
Juneau airport for two days last week and phoning in my corrections. We
changed the first reference two paragraphs earlier to "administration" but missed
the second reference (the copy editor on the other side of the phone
misunderstood my dictation of changes to the editorial).
Sorry for the misstated atribution.
Larry
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 12:28 PM
To: Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Notti; Emil R (CED)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: Fwd: GPCC E-News March 7th Annual Meeting
kris- would you ask bill for a copy of his speech - once he writes it. thanks!
GPCC News <info@palmerchamber.org> wrote:
Date: Mon, 5 Mar 2007 13:22:41 -0800
From: "GPCC News" <info@palmerchamber.org>
To: spalin@mtaonline.net
Subject: GPCC E-News March 7th Annual Meeting
PLEASE NOTE: GPCC announcements are sent in plain text format. For the weekly E-
News you may view a formatted version by clicking on the attached .PDF file. You must
have Adobe Reader installed, which you can download for free from:
http://www.adobe.com/reader
ANNUAL MEETING WILL BEGIN PROMPTLY AT 12:00pm
The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce
March 7th, 2007
36th Annual Membership Meeting
Vote in the election of three Board of Directors
Presentation of our annual Pioneer Award
Welcome Keynote Speaker: Bill Allen, Director - Office of Economic Development for
the State of Alaska
Presentation of Colors and National Anthem presented by Colony JR. ROTC
Welcome and Announcements
Dusty Silva, Silva Insurance Services
Volunteers
Greeter: Shawn Strash, Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
50/50 Raffle: Jaccie Gaines, MVFCU
50/50 Raffle
$0-12 Marbles Remaining
Congratulations to Jamie Condio who won $363 last week!
Menu
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Lunch will be served by Alaska Garden Gate Bed & Breakfast
Baked cod in garlic lemon crumbs
Proscuitto wrapped chicken with emmenthaler cheese sauce
Parmesan and leek couscous
Asparagus with hollandaise sauce and warm baguettes with butter
Fresh green beans and grape tomatoes in hazelnut oil
Bibb lettuce with pecans and gorgonzola crumbles
Strawberry kumquat sherry trifle with custard
Member Lunch: $20 Non-Member Lunch: $25
Member Meeting: $3 Non-Member Meeting: $5
Lunch Punch Cards cannot be used for this Luncheon. GPCC can accept cash, VISA or MC
GPCC Meetings are held:
Wednesdays from 12:00 - 1 :00 pm at the Palmer Moose Lodge
March 14th, 2007: Dusty Silva of Silva Insurance Services and Tim Breeden of FNBA will
inform you of everything you've wanted to know about Health Savings Accounts and Qualified
High Deductible Health Plans, including recent legislative changes making these plans more
attractive.
Spotlight on Business: Helen Munoz of A-Lazy Acres B&B
Member Announcements
Dear Chamber members,
Attached is the annual Volunteer Awards recognition form for those outstanding Mat-Su
volunteers in our community. Please take time to fill out a form and submit it to me or the
Anchorage office for submission. We have a strong group of volunteers in the valley who
deserve to be recognized! Thanks, Colleen Sullivan-Leonard, Mat-Su Office of the Governor,
877 Commercial Dr., Wasilla, AK., 99654, office # 352-2585
http://www.gov.state.ak.us/pdf/GovNomination%20Form2doc- 1 .pdf
Nominations due by March 23rd, 2007 5pm
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Wasilla Multi-Use Sports Complex
1001 S. Mack Drive
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907-357-8257 phone 907-357-8218 fax
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Lots of Items to Bid On Each Night
Signed Alaska Avalanche Jersey
Day Spa Package
ECHL Merchandise Package
Seattle Seahawks Merchandise
Ak Wilderness Lodge Weekend Trip
1000 sf. Landscaping package
Hour Ice Rental @ Wasilla Sports Complex
Hour Ice Rental @ Subway Center
Quilted Wall Hanging
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& lots of other items to choose from
GAME SCHEDULE: March 8, 9 & 10, all games 7:30pm
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The Mat-Su Small Business Development Center will offer a workshop entitled "Starting Your
Own Small Business" on Thursday, March 1 5, 2007 from 9:00 a.m. - Noon at the SBDC office
in Wasilla. There is a $25 fee for the seminar and pre-registration is required. Call the SBDC
office at 373-7232 for further information or registration.
This workshop will cover basic issues faced when starting a new small business such as business
planning, marketing, record-keeping, legal forms of business, and raising capital.
To include your member announcement, subject to a first come first served basis, email the
chamber before Friday 5 pm each week.
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From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 12:22 PM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N
(GOV); Anders; Bruce F (DNR)
Subject: Re: larry persily
thanks!
Joseph R Balash <joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
The short, sweet answer on PPT is that you are not convinced 22.5% is
too high for gas. Members of your administration have said that it
may be-according to work that has been done to date. Thaf s because
there is very little up-front investment necessary at Prudhoe Bay to
develop gas. Where the gas field infrastructure needs to be developed
(and can be deducted and credited), PPT may very well be OK.
On the second question: if the producers don't show up, we continue on
the path towards certification. We don't absolutely need to have
their gas commitments at the open season. Would the project be better
off and more certain to be sanctioned? Yes. But gas can be committed
to the project after the open season.
The $500 million isn't exactly a "gift". The partner(s) will have to
match us. But, more importantly, we will be getting partners on terms
that are worth billions to the State in the future. In a sense, we
are spending $500 million now to get $Billions later. Your Gas Team
will be able to demonstrate these benefits quantitatively in its
presentations to committees.
Joe
— - Original Message —
From: Sarah Palin
Date: Monday, March 5, 2007 10:14 am
Subject: larry persily
To: Tom Irwin , Joe Balash
, Marty Rutherford
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us, Meghan N Stapleton
, bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us
> Larry Persily writes that I believe PPT rate is too high, and that
> I want to change it... but just haven't committed to a timeline to
> get around to changing it?
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> Does anyone know where he'd have received that information? I've
> never gone there. Larry needs to be corrected, asap.
>
> Also, I've heard over and over that we don't have good answers
> to the following simple questions: What to do if producers won't
> commit to gas during first open season? ("Throw a party and no one
> shows up?") (Especially if we don't have any intention of having
> to litigate.) AND - the other question: if the project's so
> economic, and producers don't need nor want the $500 million -
> then why are we "gifting" that, especially after I slammed Murk.
> for months for conceeding too much.
>
> I need just short, sweet, concise, accurate answers on both.
> thanks!
>
> Tom Irwin wrote:
> Governor and everyone:
>
> I suggest that In the first meeting, after we talk about the new
> energy in Alaska, we stress that the Governor has established a
> fair, open process that could include the Canadian route or the
> LNG route. We need to let them know that they could positively or
> negativlely affect the economics of a Canadian route and
> consequently any benefit to them. Also it is likely the successful
> applicant would be doing all or part of the negotiations. We do
> have a good opportunity to set the foundation for their thinking
> and a positive relationship.
>
> Appreciate any and all comments so we can think about this more
> before the meeting. Thanks Tom
>
> - — Original Message —
> From: "Sarah Palin"
> To: "Joe Balash" ; "Michael Tibbies" ; "John Bitney" ; "Kari
> Spencer" ; "Marty Rutherford" ; tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak.us
> Sent: 3/3/07 9:49 PM
> Subject: Re: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline
>deal
> Thanks so much Joe. And if they happen to still be there on
> Saturday, remember I'll be up in Fairbanks that weekend if they
> wanted to meet then.
>
>
> Joe Balash wrote:
> Governor,
>
> The request that came in from the White River First Nation came in
> with a date during your trip to DC. As such, I made an offer to
> meet them in Fairbanks. The original date fell through and now
> Commissioner Irwin and I will be meeting with them on Tuesday
> afternoon in Fairbanks. The reason for that location is that they
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> can drive there in just a few hours.
>
>Joe
>
>
> Original Message
> From: Sarah Palm
> To: Michael Tibbies; Joe Balash; John Bitney; Kari Spencer; Marty
> Rutherford; Tom Irwin
> Sent: Sat Mar 03 12:58:23 2007
> Subject: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
> FYI - 1 haven't heard anything about these meetings wtih Yukon
> First Nation
>
>
>
>
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 1 1 : 1 8 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: Bill Yardley with the New York Times questions
I've emailed Katz. We're on a conference call at this point, but should have an answer later.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 11:13 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: Re: Bill Yardley with the New York Times questions
let's ask Katz where these projects are re: future Fed. funding potential,
pis email him and ask
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
We can answer these after the Carrigan show, but Bill Yardley has some questions
for you about the Knik and Gravina bridges. Doing a short story follow after
Murkowski re: the bridges to nowhere.
Do you regard either as prlorites?
Do you support these two?
If you don't, what happens to the bridges? If you do, how do you go to bat for the
money?
I did tell him that your capital budget was stripped to that which is supported by
matching federal dollars. However, what was left is closer to $100m and certainly
wouldn't cover the bridges. I mentioned that you want to build the capital budget
with the Legislature. He would like specifics.
I would be happy to call him back - or you can. With the NYT, it always looks good
to have more mentions of your name. Just in case, his number is 206-420-1217.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 10:21 AM
To: "Sarah Palin'; Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR)
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Anders; Bruce F (DNR)
Subject: RE: larry persily
The Governor needs the answers before the 11am editorial board meeting, in case she has
time to call in.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palln
907.269.7450 O
907.259.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 10:15 AM
To: Tom Irwin; Joe Balash; Marty Rutherford
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Meghan N Stapleton; bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us
Subject: larry persily
Larry Persily writes that I believe PPT rate is too high, and that I want to change it... but just
haven't committed to a timeline to get around to changing it?
Does anyone know where he'd have received that information? I've never gone there. Larry
needs to be corrected, asap.
Also, I've heard over and over that we don't have good answers to the following simple
questions: What to do if producers won't commit to gas during first open season? ("Throw a
party and no one shows up?") (Especially if we don't have any intention of having to litigate.)
AND - the other question: if the project's so economic, and producers don't need nor want the
$500 million - then why are we "gifting" that, especially after I slammed Murk, for months for
conceeding too much.
I need just short, sweet, concise, accurate answers on both,
thanks!
Tom Irwin <tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak,us> wrote:
Governor and everyone:
I suggest that In the first meeting, after we talk about the new energy in Alaska, we stress
that the Governor has established a fair, open process that could include the Canadian
route or the LNG route. We need to let them know that they could positively or
negativlely affect the economics of a Canadian route and consequently any benefit to
them. Also it is likely the successful applicant would be doing all or part of the
negotiations. We do have a good opportunity to set the foundation for their thinking and
a positive relationship.
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Appreciate any and all comments so we can think about this more before the meeting. Thanks
Tom
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin"
To: "Joe Balash" ; "Michael Tibbies" ; "John Bitney" ; "Kari Spencer" ; "Marty Rutherford" ;
tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us
Sent: 3/3/07 9:49 PM
Subject: Re: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Thanks so much Joe. And if they happen to still be there on Saturday, remember I'll be up in
Fairbanks that weekend if they wanted to meet then.
Joe Balash wrote:
Governor,
The request that came in from the White River First Nation came in with a date during your trip
to DC. As such, I made an offer to meet them in Fairbanks. The original date fell through and
now Commissioner Irwin and I will be meeting with them on Tuesday afternoon in Fairbanks.
The reason for that location is that they can drive there in just a few hours.
Joe
Original Message- —
From: Sarah Palin
To: Michael Tibbies; Joe Balash; John Bitney; Kari Spencer; Marty Rutherford; Tom Irwin
Sent: Sat Mar 03 12:58:23 2007
Subject: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
FY! - 1 haven't heard anything about these meetings wtih Yukon First Nation
Looking for earth-friendly autos?
Browse Top Cars bv "Green Rating" at Yahoo! Autos' Green Center.
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 8:31 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Nizich; Michael A ( GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV );
i|Privileged or Personal Ma)
Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV);
Subject: RE: prayer brkfst
They want you to briefly speak, Meg and Kris are working on that. Previously we discussed
either Kris or Bristol accompanying you but if you would like a table for your family we
can check on that. Affirmative to Franklin Grahm speaking.
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: "Kristina Y Perry" <kris_perry@gov. state. ak.us>; "mike_nizich@gov. state. ak. us"
<mike_nizich@gov. state. ak.us>; "kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us"
<kari_spencer@gov. state . ak . us> ; "meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us "
<meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us >; "sharon leighow®gov. state. ak. us"
<sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us> ; (Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Sent: 3/5/07 6:11 AM
Subject: prayer brkfst
does anyone know if I'm supposed to speak at the Gov's Prayer Brkfst on Sat. in Anchorage?
If anyone has an itinerary for that morning, pis. let me know. I believe I heard Franklin
Graham is a speaker, but have not heard anything else.
Should I get a table for my family at that event?
Everyone is raving about the all -new Yahoo! Mail beta.
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 7:29 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: weather
We have already called the radio stations. KTOO repoted at 6:30 am that they were waiting
to hear from the State, so I had Nizich call again. We should have pretty good coverage
by now.
Mike
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us
Sent: 3/5/07 6:34 AM
Subj ect : RE : weather
111 be in. In fact I'm headed out to airport to pick up bristol from bball road trip
they're a day late returning.
Should I make annoncement - or annette?
Sarah Palin
--Original Message
From: "Mike Tibbies "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
To : gov . sarah@yahoo . com
Sent: 3/5/07 4:51 AM
Subject: weather
Governor,
Due to the weather and current road conditions, the police are requesting that the public
stay off the roads and especially not come into the downtown area until conditions
improve. The federal government and city government offices will be closed today. We are
releasing a statement that all non-essential employees should stay home. Annette will go
on the radio and make the same annoucement .
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The office will be pretty quiet today. The weather will not slow ray truck down much so I
will be in as usual. Let me know if you will be going to the office as well. I have a
number of items to go over with you. Thanks.
Mike
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Mike Tibbies [mike tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Monday, March 0572007 4:51 AM
gov.sarah@yahoo.com
weather
Governor,
Due to the weather and current road conditions, the police are requesting that the public
stay off the roads and especially not come into the downtown area until conditions
improve. The federal government and city government offices will be closed today. We are
releasing a statement that all non-essential employees should stay home. Annette will go
on the radio and make the same annoucement.
The office will be pretty quiet today. The weather will not slow my truck down much so I
will be in as usual. Let me know if you will be going to the office as well. I have a
number of items to go over with you. Thanks.
Mike
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [ivy frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, MaTch 05, 2007 4:26 PM
To: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Cc: govpalin@gov.state.ak.us; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: FW: Scanned from IM6530Exec [E-Mail_Recipients]
Sharon and Meg,
Governor Palin will appoint Marvin Hamilton as Bethel Superior Court Judge
and Anna Moran as Kenai Superior Court Judge. I've attached their bios from
their packets. If you need more information don't hesitate to contact me.
Thanks ,
Ivy
Original Message-
From: Your Name [mailto:your_email@here.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 4:13 PM
To: ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Scanned from IM6530Exec [E-Mail_Recipients]
Scanned from IM6530Exec
Public Scan
E-Mail_Recipients
Date:2007/03/05
Pages : 2
Resolution: 200
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 3:37 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Cc: Cayce; Sunny C (GOV); Busch; Sharon K (GOV)
Subject: RE: Other
Dear Elissa: Did you intend to send this request to the MAINE governor?
Governor Sarah Palin is the ALASKA Governor. In any event, I am going to
ask our press office staff to try and answer these questions as I believe
the Governor has already answered similar questions in the past.
Kari Spencer
Alaska Governor ' s Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail®gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 7:27 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Other
Web mail from: Ms. Elissa Newton
address: Earlham College #1371 Richmond IN 47374
MESSAGE:
Greetings Governor,
Greetings Governor Palin,
Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Elissa Newton and I'm a
senior undergraduate student at
Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. I realize that I'm not a Maine
resident however I was hoping that
you would be able to help me by taking a few minutes from your day. I'm a
1
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Politics major completing my
senior thesis on women in elected offices and why the percentage is not
proportional to the American
population. I've developed a few survey questions that I'm sending to
elected women as I can. However,
I'm running into difficulties considering House of Representative members
are not permitted to respond to
letters not from their constituents. Your personalized responses would
greatly enhance the quality of my
research and understanding of this subject which I have a great deal of
interest in. If you could
respond by Friday March 23, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you for
taking time out of your busy
schedule.
Sincerely,
Elissa Newton
Interview Questionnaire
1. From the moment you wake up to the moment you go to sleep at night, what
does your typical daily
schedule look like? (e.g.: 6am wake up, 7:30am leave for work, etc)
2 . Did you/ do you feel support from your spouse and friends in your
decision to become a
Congresswoman? How did they encourage or discourage you?
3. Y/N Do you consider yourself a Feminist, in whatever interpretation
you have of that term?
4. Do you think the lives of the general public, for which you
represent, would be improved if there
were more women in elected politics? Why or why not?
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5. What changes do you feel need to occur to enable more women to get
into elected politics? (e.g.:
better education, campaign financing, American attitude)
6. In what way, if any, does your gender help or hinder you in your
career?
7. Do you see women as at a disadvantage? Who do you see as the most
disadvantaged? (e.g.: women,
racial minorities, homosexuals)
8. On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the highest), how important is this
issue to you?
9. Would you like your name to be kept confidential?
10. Any additional comments?
Thank you again!
newtoel@earlham . edu
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Monday, March 05, 2007 8:36 AM
Spencer; Kari L (GOV); 'Sarah Paiin'; Nizich; Michael A (GOV);
'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV);privileged or Personal M
RE: prayer brkfst
I'm awaiting the program and will provide further details once rec'd.
event is oversold.
It sounds like the
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 8:31 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Kristina Y Perry; mike_nizich@gov. state. ak. us;
kari_spencer @gov . state . ak . us ; m eghan stapleton@gov. sta te . ak . us ;
sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ;
Privileged or Personal Mate
Subject: RE: prayer brkfst
They want you to briefly speak, Meg and Kris are working on that. Previously we discussed
either Kris or Bristol accompanying you but if you would like a table for your family we
can check on that. Affirmative to Franklin Grahm speaking.
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov.sarah@ yahoo. com>
To: "Kristina Y Perry" <kris_perry@gov. state. ak.us>; "mike_nizich@gov. state. ak. us"
<mike_nizich@gov. state. ak.us>; "kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us"
<kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>; "meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us"
<meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>; "sharon_leigho w@gov . state ■ ak . us "
<sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us>; ' ~ ~ :
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Sent: 3/5/07 6:11 AM
Subject: prayer brkfst
does anyone know if I'm supposed to speak at the Gov's Prayer Brkfst on Sat. in Anchorage?
If anyone has an itinerary for that morning, pis. let me know. I believe I heard Franklin
Graham is a speaker, but have not heard anything else.
Should I get a table for my family at that event?
PRA GSP01 0000483
Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 5:55 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Disappointed Over Passage of Watered-Down Ethics Bill
Awesome press release, Meg! Nice quotes, SP!
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 5:51 PM
To: GOV - PRESS RELEASE DISTRIBUTION
Subject: Press Release: Governor Palin Disappointed Over Passage of Watered-Down Ethics Bill
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from the Internet.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 07-048
Governor Palin Disappointed Over Passage of Watered-Down Ethics Bill
Calls it "Politics As Usual"
March 5, 2007, Juneau, Alaska - Governor Sarah Palin criticized the failure of the Senate to adopt
Senate Bill 19 amendments to further tighten ethics legislation.
Today, the Senate considered amendments and passed SB 19, Senator French's ethics bill. The
Governor's office requested that some amendments be offered today on the Senate Floor that
would incorporate some measures from the Governor's ethics bill. All but one amendment was
rejected by the Senate Majority Working Group on a straight-line caucus vote.
"I am very disappointed in the process," said Governor Palin. "My office, in conjunction with Dave
3ones from the Department of Law, has worked hard and cooperatively to come up with meaningful
and comprehensive ethics reform. As I stated earlier in the session, I do not have any pride in
authorship but I can not just stand by allowing lip service to be paid to ethics reform while
Alaskans stand to lose."
Governor Palin continued, "In one example, my office requested the Senate to adopt an
amendment that would prevent executive branch employees from accepting any gift from a
registered lobbyist. The amendment would not impact the legislature. I feel very strongly that if
we are really going to clean things up, we must remove the ability of those individuals who are
paid to influence decision makers from providing gifts. To not adopt the provision is absolutely
outrageous."
"My hope was that the Senate Majority was following our lead in setting politics aside and doing
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what is best for Alaska," said Governor Palin. It appears today, some politicians are more
interested in politics as usual."
###
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: John Kate [jwkab@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 9:03 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; Michael Tibbies; Mike Nizich
Cc: Chip Abernathy
Subject: Senate Elections/Energy
In re-reading the analysis prepared by Winningreen which I sent you earlier today, I
noted several inaccuracies about individual Senators.
I don't think that these inaccuracies change the ultimate conclusions in the report,
but they do detract from its credibility. Accordingly, we will get you an analysis
which is accurate in all respects so that we can focus on the conclusions rather
than the factual errors. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatz@alaskadc.org . Thank you .
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 9:27 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: weather
We basically take our lead from the troopers or the local police. When they tell us it is not safe to be on the road,
we will close offices for non-essential employees. This does not happen very often and driving in today, I am a bit
surprised that they characterized the conditions as bad as they did. Friday seemed worse to me. It does present
a challenge when all the schools are closed and all the daycare centers are closed. We have many employees
with little kids that get stranded.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 9:03 AM
To: Mike Tibbies
Subject: RE: weather
who decides when to close?
Mike Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
We have abeady called the radio stations. KTOO repoted at 6:30 am that they were waiting to hear from
the State, so I had Nizich call again. We should have pretty good coverage by now.
Mike
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin"
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Sent: 3/5/07 6:34 AM
Subject: RE: weather
111 be in. In fact I'm headed out to airport to pick up bristol from bball road trip -they're a day late
returning.
Should I make annoncement - or annette?
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Mike Tibbies"
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com s
Sent: 3/5/07 4:51 AM
Subject: weather
Governor,
Due to the weather and current road conditions, the police are requesting that the public stay off the
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roads and especially not come into the downtown area until conditions improve. The federal government
and city government offices will be closed today. We are releasing a statement that all non-essential
employees should stay home. Annette will go on the radio and make the same annoucement.
The office will be pretty quiet today. The weather will not slow my truck down much so I will be in as
usual. Let me know if you will be going to the office as well. I have a number of items to go over with
you. Thanks.
Mike
Never miss an email again!
Yahoo! Toolbar alerts you the instant new Mail arrives. Check it out.
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 1:39 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Kate; John W (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Mason; Janice L (GOV)
Subject: MSNBC Interview for Tomorrow morning
MSNBC is doing a segment on listing polar bears as Endangered Species. It begins at
9:30am (East Coast time).
On the program, they will have the World Wildlife Fund. Producers wanted to know if
anyone from the State would be interested in joining in on the discussion since we oppose
the listing. The alternative is to provide a statement (I did forward the Governor's letter to
Secretary Kempthorne so they understand the rationale behind our thinking).
Are any of you interested? It would be great to be a part of it. We could certainly bring the
AGIA into it, in that at a time when no human interaction is impacting the bears, we need to
provide a safe, secure energy supply for the nation and listing the polar bears could disrupt
that need. ©
Need an answer soon, please....
Thanks,
meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palln
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 5:48 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: Track
right 'o!
thanks!
and great idea about Britta being a page for a day.
Ivy Frye <ivyJrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Of course, SP!
We'll have Stoltee give a tour... he could even introduce them on the floor. If Pastor Hanson
really wants her to get involved she could be a guest page for a day : )
The glacier is cool, driving out to the end of the road is pretty scenic. You're right, the
snowboarding is a must. State museum, Shrine of St Therese, Temsco helicopter tour. They'll
have fun.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 8:34 PM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Track
Hi IV:
Track and one or two of his friends will be spending their spring break here - March 12-
16.
I'll hook 'em up with snowboarding and the AK Club... can you hook 'em up with the
Legislative Tour like you did with my parents? That was good.
Track and Britta (and maybe Track's buddy Jack) would get something out of the
historical/governmental activities here. I think. They could sit in the gallery and watch
sausage being made.
Britta's parents (Pastor Duane Hanson from Good Shephard in Wasilla) want her to
absorb some of the Legislative process here.
Thanks so much!
Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta.
We won't tell. Get more on shows vou hate to love
(and love to hate): Yahoo! TV's Guilty Pleasures list.
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 12:42 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: ETHICS INTERVIEWS
Importance: High
I've got three ethics interview requests: Steve Quinn, Bill McAllister, and Dani Carlson from
Fairbanks (who LOVES you!). Could we do all at once - any chance before 1pm?
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palm
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 2:09 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: Media meeting...
If you approve of the meeting, I might recommend 2:55pm.
Limit to two questions:
Bill will ask -
"Why are communications not working... that's how Lyda and Hollis characterized it."
"Why do you and Lyda not get along?"
"Why was it so disappointing to not see your amendments make it into the bill?"
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palln
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 8:25 PM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Subject: RE: Fwd: Taylor_Made[1]
Thanks again Denby.
Original Message
From: "Denby Lloyd" <denbyJloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us>
To: "govpalin@gov.state.ak.us" <govpalin@gov,state.ak.us>
Cc: '"Mike Nizich'" <mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us>; "mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us"
<mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us>; "'John Bitney"' <john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us>
Sent: 3/3/07 5:23 PM
Subject: RE: Fwd: Taylor_Made[l]
Governor:
I tried earlier this morning to reply from the Alaska Airlines jet via my
Blackberry, but since the reply was to your yahoo account I received a form
letter response that the account is not used any longer.
Anyway, yes Ken has been offered and has accepted the job. The assertions
in the "taylor made" email are an unfortunate smear campaign. If at some
point you would like detailed rebuttal, we can provide that. But, in
summary, Ken is very highly regarded by wildlife management and land use
management professionals in Alaska (e.g., Tom Irwin) and he will be a true
asset to us in a wide variety of arenas including intensive management.
Various mainline hunting groups have called to assure me that they are not
involved in Mr. Flory's efforts; several have even gone so far as to remind
me that Mr. Flory is a convicted sex offender who at least one would banish
from his association if he could. I have to say I am at a loss to
understand what Mr. Flory hopes to accomplish by this and the newspaper
attacks on you, me and Ken. If his intent is to assure more intensive
management, it is particularly ironic, given that I hope this week to
present to you a plan for ramped up efforts in wolf control for the
remainder of this spring.
Please let me know if you need anything further in this regard.
Thanks, DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
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RE: Fwd: Taylor_Made[ 1 ] p age 2 f 4
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O.Box 115526
Juneau, AK 9981 1-5526
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin rmailto:govpalin(a>.vahoo.coml
Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2007 6:43 AM
To: Sarah Palin; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Frank Bailey; John Bitney;
kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Denby S Lloyd; fek9wnr@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: Fwd: Taylor_Made[l]
never mind about the "anonymous" email sender... Todd forwarded this from
the home computer in Wasilla... this message was composed by Steve Florey in
Anchorage, evidently, and passed around.
Denby
Privileged or Personal W
Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com> wrote:
Mike or Frank - does anyone know how anyone could send an annonymous email
from my old personal account (spalin@mtaonline.net) that I don't even use
anymore... 1 did NOT send this email.
Also, Mike(s),|P rivileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or F
sarah <spalin@mtaonline.net> wrote:
From: "sarah" <spalin@mtaonline.net>
To: "sarah palin" <spali n@mtaonline.net>
CC: "John W. Bitney " < Privileged or Persch
<Priv/ilonoH nrParP '
Privileged or Pei
Subject: Taylor_Made[ 1 ]
Date: Sat, 3 Mar 2007 05:50:57 -0900
Denby's Game Guy - "Taylor-made" for a Wildlife Disaster
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* Mr. Taylor's ultimate claim to fame was his intense personal
satisfaction with his important role in moving Canadian wolves into
Yellowstone National Park.
* At a conference in Homer with Deborah Williams' group (now known as
the Alaska Conservation Voters), Mr. Taylor recounted his efforts to aid the
restoration of wolves to Yellowstone National Park including the line, "I
cried when the wolves were released at Yellowstone". Very progressive, Ken!
Now every hunter in the whole country is crying over this unmitigated
disaster.
* Mr. Taylor, an active liberal, was an enthusiastic supporter and
campaigner for Democrat Fran Ulmer's unsuccessful run for governor.
* In Fairbanks, from about '85 to '9 1 (or so) he had dismal
performance. His penchant for playing golf and chasing "the good life" sent
him on the National and International meetings circuit to the point that the
Fairbanks staff referred to him as "The Vacancy Factor".
* Mr. Taylor's tenure at Region III in Fairbanks followed a stint as
one of the worst area biologist's in corporate memory. He was assigned in
Dillingham (Mulchatna Caribou herd, etc.) where he distinguished himself by
never having any data for the Board (or probably the Region) on population
dynamics or changes. He virtually sat in the chair and accomplished
nothing.
* As the management coordinator in cahoots with Chris Smith (ultra
greenie and "anti" sympathizer), he made sure Bob Stevenson, one of arguably
the best five wolf biologists in the world was taken out as the Department's
wolf expert and re-assigned as an area biologist. The new wolf guy was a
much better "yes" man.
* Taylor was "responsible" for decisions during the Department's GMU
20A wolf control efforts and could have easily avoided the confrontation
with Gordon Haber, which put Gordie on the evening news after the Dept.
muffed efficiently killing a wolf in a snare with the cameras rolling.
* In the 1 990s, Taylor worked for some time as the Deputy Director of
the Division of Wildlife Conservation under his CSU college buddy and
longtime friend Wayne Reglin. Among his notable achievements, he can be
credited (at least in part) with the Department's disastrous wolf
sterilization program.
* He was later appointed Director of Habitat under Tony Knowles and
was at the helm during the time they really got into trouble. There were
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eyewitness accounts of Habitat staffers throwing pizza parties to celebrate
their victories in shutting down commercial/industrial endeavors. Murkowski
subsequently moved Habitat to DNR to neutralize the Division's radical
environmental gang's ability to stifle industry/development.
* Throughout his career, Taylor was uniformly known as a worthless
supervisor by those he supervised, except for the habitat folks whom he let
do anything the regional Habitat Supervisor wanted to do.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 6:42 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow
Cc: John W Bitney; Michael A Tibbies; Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: lyda
Shoot - ktuu's coverage of the ethics issue made lyda look like she was on the high rd by
basically claiming I was inaccesible and we just don't understand the process ...
Sarah Palin
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 2:42 PM
To: rmoe@asrc.com
Subject: RE: Other
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state .ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 5:21 PM
To: governor@gov . state, ak. us
Subj ect : Other
Web mail from: Mr. Roxanna Moe, PHR
address: 3900 C Street, Suite 201 Anchorage AK 99503
MESSAGE :
Honorable Ms. Palin; Good afternoon I'm Roxanna Moe, Director Employee Training &
Development Services
for ASRC Service Center, Inc. located in Anchorage - we would enjoy a meeting session to
discuss
Workforce Development; our initiative within our corporate office is to have fully trained
personnel and
talent to meet our business demands not only in Oil & Gas but also in our professional and
administrative
operations. A recent article regarding your husband's interest in workforce readiness
caught my
attention; and our office would enjoy meeting with Mr. Palin; his oil field and pipeline
exposure would
be a great baseline to kick off a cooperative future plan to help our residents of Alaska.
Ms. Palin, I
would appreciate your help in notifying your husband Todd, we are eager to introduce
ourselves and hope
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would too. Have a wonderful week.
With Regards, Roxanna Moe, PHR
ASRC Service Center, Inc.
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
rmoe@asrc . com
PLEASE ADD TO E-NEWS
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 7:28 PM
To: stevedon@gci.net; Notti; Emil R (CED); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA)
Cc: Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: Fwd: renewAL
I check into this Donnie. Thank you! And let me know if you're successful with the electronic
application soon.
Sarah
Donnie Darttek <stevedon@gcLnet> wrote:
Date: Tue, 06 Mar 2007 1 9:30:36 -0900
From: Donnie Darilek <stevedon@gci.net>
Subject: renewAL
To: license@commerce.state.ak.us
CC: Sarah <spalin@mtaonline.net>
I have tried several times to renew our business license online. Your site
will not even accept out telephone number. I keep getting your message to
"enter number, including area code", then it rejects because I cannot enter
the number.
Last year, it was relatively simple to renew online. Whatever changes you
made: THEY DO NOT WORK! So, until you fix the glitches, I am in a quandary
about what to do. I suppose I can just do it by snail mail, but mat will
put me even farther out of compliance.
By the way, I have cc'd this to Governor Palin. Fix your website.
Thank You. (A reply would be nice, as this has been a problem since January)
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 7: 1 3 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: lyda
good, i didn't get to see the 5, but the 6 wasn't so good I thot
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
That was a low blow she took. I can't believe it!
The 5 o'clock coverage was great, I thought. Your quotes were great and
McAllister ended by saying that Lyda has been your only opposition since you
took office.
— Original Message —
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 6:42 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: lyda
Shoot - ktuu's coverage of the ethics issue made lyda look like she was on
the high rd by basically claiming I was inaccesible and we just don't
understand the process ...
Sarah Palin
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11/10/2009
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From: Tom Irwin [torn irwin@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 8:02 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Martha K Rutherford
Subject: RE: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Governor, sorry I didn't get back to you sooner, Yesterday started at 4:00 and ended ar
10:00. The meetings have gone well, The only tough issue was last night on
PLA, s and this was realy a union
hire issue not an Alaskan hire issue.
Today is non stop until 1:00. Do you have any time to visit between 1:00 and 2:00 on the
First Nations meeting? God bless your day! Tom
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak. us
Sent: 3/5/07 6:59 PM
Subject: RE: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Thanks Tom - let's chat about it when I get to my office - it's a snow day here, I guess,
but some of us will be in.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Tom Irwin"<tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak.us>
To: "Palin Sarah" <govpalin@gov. state. ak.us>; "Palin Sarah"<gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
Sent: 3/4/07 2:55 PM
Subject: FW: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Governor, I sent this out yesterday as my cell phone battery was going out. I am
resending to make sure you received the email. Sorry if it is a duplicate. Wanted your
thoughts before Joe and I meet with some of the First Nations people from Canada. See 2nd
email below.
Also thanks for making last Friday so great! Tom
1
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Original Message
From: "Joe Balash"<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>
To: tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak. us
Sent: 3/4/07 1:32 PM
Subject: Re: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Tom,
Here's what you sent out last night. The arrangement for Tuesday is at 2 pm in the
Governor's office. We are likely to be on teleconference.
As far as the media meetings go, I would like to go with you to all of them Monday I will
have a vehicle, but on Tuesday it would be most convenient for my family if they can drop
me off in town in the morning. Then I would need to get out to the airport around 4.
Thanks, Tom.
Joe
Original Message — ; ~-
From: Tom Irwin <tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak.us>
To: Sarah Palin <govpalin@yahoo.com>; Joe Balash; Marty Rutherford
Sent: Sat Mar 03 23:29:40 2007
Subject: RE: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Governor and everyone:
I suggest that In the first meeting, after we talk about the new energy in Alaska, we
stress that the Governor has established a fair, open process that could include the
Canadian route or the LNG route. We need to let them know that they could positively or
negativlely affect the economics of a Canadian route and consequently any benefit to them.
Also it is likely the successful applicant would be doing all or part of the negotiations.
We do have a good opportunity to set the foundation for their thinking and a positive
relationship.
Appreciate any and all comments so we can think about this more before the meeting.
Thanks Tom
2
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Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin ,l <govpalin@yahoo.cora>
To: "Joe Balash"<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>; "Michael
Tibbies "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>; "John Bitney"<john_bitney@gov. state. ak. us >; "Kari
Spencer " <kar i_spencer@gov . state . ak . us> ; " Marty
Rutherford" <marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us> ; tom_irwin@dnr . state . ak . us
Sent: 3/3/07 9:49 PM
Subject: Re: Fwd: RE: Yukon First Nation seeks own Alaska pipeline deal
Thanks so much Joe. And if they happen to still be there on Saturday, remember I'll be up
in Fairbanks that weekend if they wanted to meet then.
Joe Balash <joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
The request that came in from the White River First Nation came in with a date during your
trip to DC. As such, I made
PRA GSP01 0000505
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 8:25 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: lyda
My take away from the story was that you are pushing for what is right for alaska
regardless of what party or who the sponsor is. Lyda did get a cheap shot in saying that
you have been gone for several weeks but your response was very good about having cell
phone and regular phone access. An unbiased view from my Aunt watching my daughter was
that you looked great, especially holding up the phone saying that you are very
accessible. She was very convinced.
We will play nice for a while but I am convinced that we did the right thing sending a
message that we are not afraid to play hardball, especially as we get into gasline
hearings .
A little off of what we planned for the day but I think you did a great job.
MT
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov . sarah@yahoo . com>
To: meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us; sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us
Cc: john_bitney@gov. state. ak. us; mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us; ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us
Sent: 3/7/07 4:42 AM
Subject: lyda
Shoot - ktuu's coverage of the ethics issue made lyda look like she was on the high rd by
basically claiming I was inaccesible and we just don't understand the process ...
Sarah Palin
PRA GSP01 0000506
Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 3: 1 2 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Other
I guess so. It was in her bio for the campaign brochure that was mailed to everyone. How
about if we say February 11 and leave the year off?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 2:38 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer'
Subject: FW: Other
Is this okay to give out?
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 4:33 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Other
Web mail from: Mr. Neil \'Kid\' Wetherington
address: P.O. Box 73291 Fairbanks AK 99707
MESSAGE :
To Whom it May Concern,
Could you please share with me when the Governor (sarah's) birthday is please?
Thank you for your assistance.
PRA GSP01 0000507
Cordially Requested,
Kid
montanakidhammer@yahoo . com
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 3:45 PM
To: Patrick Galvin
Cc: Sarah Palin; Tom Irwin; Marty Rutherford; joe_palash@gov.state.ak.us;
lacy_wilcox@revenue.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Energy Counsel
I made this call. She said to make sure you and Joe knew you only had 30 minutes! Kari.
From: Patrick Galvin [mailto:patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 05, 2007 4:26 PM
To: Kari L Spencer
Cc: Sarah Palin; Tom Irwin; Marty Rutherford; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Energy Counsel
Kari,
Can you please contact Lori Cameron, Executive Director of The Energy Counsel, and
let her know that I will be representing the Administration in the presentation of
AGIA on Saturday, March 10? Lori's contact number is (972) 243-7788. Joe and I
will be there together.
Thank you.
-Pat
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 7:07 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: lyda
That was a low blow she took. I can't believe it!
The 5 o'clock coverage was great, I thought. Your quotes were great and McAllister ended
by saying that Lyda has been your only opposition since you took office.
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 6:42 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us; sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us
Cc: john_bitney@gov. state. ak. us; mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us; ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: lyda
Shoot - ktuu's coverage of the ethics issue made lyda look like she was on the high rd by
basically claiming I was inaccesible and we just don't understand the process ...
Sarah Palin
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Unknown
From: Patrick Galvin [patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 7: 1 3 AM
To: Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored)
Subject: FW: From Rod at the News-Miner
The yahoo address bounced back as undeliverable.
-Pat
From: Patrick Galvin [mailto:patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 7:10 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Sarah Palin; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;
mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;
tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; bruceanders888@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
-Pat
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 6:34 AM
To: Sarah Palin; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;
mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;
patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; bruceanders888@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
meg - did you get this? did tom/marty have anything to add?
Sarah Palin <gov.sarah(gtyahoo.com> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
11/10/2009
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Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Meghan Stapleton"
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; "Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)'"
Cc: '"Sharon Leighow'"; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Sent: 3/6/07 5:03 PM
Subject: FW: From Rod at the News-Miner
News-Miner would like to know if you still feel this way or disavow yourself
of the comments below.
For tomorrow.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: Rod Boyce [mailto:rboyce@newsminer.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 12:57 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: From Rod at the News-Miner
Hi Meg,
Here's a portion of the text from the May 6, 2005 full-page ad that appeared
in the News-Miner and in support of the Alaska Gasline Port Authority's
project:
"As concerned citizens who love Alaska, we are speaking up in favor of the
best and only proposal that provides maximum benefits to the state. The risk
of inaction is too high. We urge you to get involved, too."
Gov. (then mayor) Palin appeared in the ad, and provided her signature,
along with Hammond, Hickel and Halford.
I'd like to know if the governor stands by the statement that the port
authority plan is the "best and only proposal that provides maximum benefits
to the state," disavows that statement, or has some other comment on it.
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Thanks much.
Rod Boyce
News-Miner
459-7575
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 8:05 PM
To: Perez; Linda J (GOV); Todd Palin; 'Sarah Palin'; Fagerstrom; Erika (GOV)
Cc: Gary R Wheeler
Subject: Track's travel
Linda, what are the rules about Track Plain traveling to Juneau? Since he hasn't been to Juneau yet,
does he get to come and see his family's home in Juneau on a state TA, or does he have to move here?
Please advise, I think he's coming down on Monday and we need to figure out his travel. Thanks! Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 1:24 PM
To: Patrick S Galvin; Bruce Anders; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow;
Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Martha K Rutherford; Tom E Irwin; Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Patrick Galvin <patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak. us> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
-Pat
Original Message
From: Bruce Anders [mailto:bruceanders888@hotmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 8:56 AM
To: joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us;
gov.sarah@yahoo.com; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
marry_mtherford@dnr.state.ak.us;tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: From Rod at the News-Miner
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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>From: "Joe Balash"
>To: "Patrick Galvin"
>„„"Michael
>Tibbles" ,"Marty Rutherford"
>„
>Subject: Re: From Rod at the News-Miner
>Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2007 08:10:01 -0900
>
> Original Message
>From: Patrick Galvin
>To: Sarah Palin ; Sarah Palin ;
>meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us ;
>sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us ; Michael
>Tibbles; Joe Balash; Marty Rutherford; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us
>; bruceanders888@hotmail.com
>
>Sent: Wed Mar 07 07:10:08 2007
>Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
>
>From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
>Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 6:34 AM
>To: Sarah Palin; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
>sharonJeighow@gov.state.ak.us;mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
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>joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us;marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;
>patrick_jalvin@revenue.state.ak.us;tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us;
>bruceanders888@hotmail.com
>Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
>
>
>meg - did you get this? did tom/marty have anything to add?
>
>Sarah Palin wrote:
> r
>
>
>
>
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
> Sarah Palin
>
> Original Message
> From: "Meghan Stapleton"
> To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; "Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)'"
> Cc: '"Sharon Leighow"'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
> Sent: 3/6/07 5:03 PM
> Subject: FW: From Rod at the News-Miner
>
> News-Miner would like to know if you still feel this way or disavow
>yourself
> of the comments below.
>
> For tomorrow.
>
> Thanks,
>Meg
>
>
>
> Meghan N. Stapleton
> Communications Director
> Office of Governor Sarah Palin
> 907.269.7450 o
> 907.269.7463 f
> 907.321.4975 c
>
> Original Message
> From: Rod Boyce [mailto:rboyce@newsminer.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 12:57 PM
> To: Meghan Stapleton
> Subject: From Rod at the News-Miner
>
>
>
> Hi Meg,
11/10/2009
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>
> Here's a portion of the text from the May 6, 2005 full-page ad that
>appeared
> in the News-Miner and in support of the Alaska Gasline Port Authority's
> project:
>
> "As concerned citizens who love Alaska, we are speaking up in favor of the
> best and only proposal that provides maximum benefits to the state. The
>risk
> of inaction is too high. We urge you to get involved, too."
>
> Gov. (then mayor) Palin appeared in the ad, and provided her signature,
> along with Hammond, Hickel and Halford.
>
> I'd like to know if the governor stands by the statement that the port
> authority plan is the "best and only proposal that provides maximum
>benefits
> to the state," disavows that statement, or has some other comment on it.
>
>
> Thanks much.
>
>RodBoyce
> News-Miner
> 459-7575
>
>
>
>
>It's here! Your new message!
>Get new email alerts
>
> with the free Yahoo! Toolbar.
>
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Wednesday, March 07, 2007 1:21 PM
Meghan N Stapleton; Katz; John W (GOV); Martha K Rutherford; Tom E Irwin; Tibbies; Michael A
(GOV); Patrick S Galvin
Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: RE: Trex on Alaska
sounds good, and if you have to make a statement on my behalf, it would be all about the stats
and data proving the state's fiscal stability.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Not to speak on behalf of Commissioner Galvin, but I will since we just spoke:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 12:56 PM
To: Sarah Palin; John Katz; 'Marty Rutherford'; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; Meghan Stapleton;
'Michael Tibbies'; 'Patrick Galvin'
Cc: joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Trex on Alaska
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Sarah Palin <gov,sarah@yahoo.com> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
John Katz <jwkatz@ALASKADC.org> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
11/10/2009
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
iwkatz@alaskadc.org . Thank you .
>» On 3/7/2007 at 2:46:02 pm, in message <00a001c760fl$3d001970
$dla23f92@GOVEXECA148164>, Meghan Stapleton
< meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Joe Balash [mailto:joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 8:07 AM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; Marty Rutherford; Patrick Galvin;
tomjrwin@dnr.state.ak. us; Michael Tibbies
Subject: Fw: Trex on Alaska
Original Message
From: Robert Dillon <rdillon@energyintel.com>
To: Joe Balash
Sent: Wed Mar 07 08:05:08 2007
Subject: Trex on Alaska
Joe,
I assume you have your blackberry with you. Exxon CEO is slamming Alaska in their analyst meeting
right now. He said the state lacks fiscal stability and that a producer-owned line is still the best bet. I'm
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not listening to the analyst call, but we do have someone there and I will fill you in later. Just thought
you might want to pass it along to the governor in case she wants to respond. Of course, you know this
is an escalating war of words that has Exxon ticked off. Give me a call when you're free.
Sincerely,
R.A. Dillon
Assistant Editor
Oil Daily
Tel: (202) 662-0723
Cell: (202) 243-8735
E-Mail: RDillon@energyintel.com
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 12:54 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton
Cc: Patrick S Galvin; Martha K Rutherford; Tom E Irwin; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Sharon W Leighow
Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
meg - did this go out?
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Okay. How's this? I believe I captured everyone's concerns and comments.
Thanks.
Pri
rivileged or Personal Material Redacted
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: Patrick Galvin [mailto:patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 10:02 AM
To: Bruce Anders; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; gov.sarah@yahoo.com;
meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;
mike__tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;
tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; Governor Sarah Palin (govpalin@gov.state.ak.us)
Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
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-Pat
— Original Message
From: Bruce Anders [mailto:bruceanders888@hotmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 8:56 AM
To: joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us;
gov.sarah@yahoo.com; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
marty_mmerford@dnr.state.ak.us;tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: From Rod at the News-Miner
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
>From: "Joe Balash"
>To: "Patrick Galvin"
>„n@gov.state.AK.us>„"MichaeI
>Tibbles" ,"Marty Rutherford"
>„888@hotmail.com>
>Subject: Re: From Rod at the News-Miner
>Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2007 08:10:01 -0900
.Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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>
> — Original Message
>From: Patrick Galvin
>To: Sarah Palin ; Sarah Palin ;
>meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us ;
>sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us ; Michael
>Tibbles; Joe Balash; Marty Rutherford; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us
>; bruceanders888@hotmail.com
>Sent: Wed Mar 07 07:10.08 2007
>Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
>
; Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
>-Pat
>
>
>From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
>Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 6:34 AM
>To: Sarah Palin; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
>sharon_leighow@gov.state.aic.us;mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
>joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us;marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;
>patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us;tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us;
>bruceanders888@hotmail.com
>Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
>
>
>meg - did you get this? did tom/marty have anything to add?
>
>Sarah Palin wrote:
;>
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> Sarah Palin
>
> — Original Message —
> From: "Meghan Stapleton"
> To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; "Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)'"
> Cc: '"Sharon Leighow'"; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
> Sent: 3/6/07 5:03 PM
> Subject: FW: From Rod at the News-Miner
>
> News-Miner would like to know if you still feel this way or disavow
>yourself
> of the comments below.
>
> For tomorrow.
>
> Thanks,
> Meg
>
>
>
> Meghan N. Stapleton
> Communications Director
> Office of Governor Sarah Palin
> 907.269.7450 o
> 907.269.7463 f
> 907.321.4975 c
>
> —-Original Message
> From: Rod Boyce [mailto:rboyce@newsminer.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 1 2:57 PM
> To: Meghan Stapleton
> Subject: From Rod at the News-Miner
>
>
>
> Hi Meg,
>
> Here's a portion of the text from the May 6, 2005 full-page ad that
>appeared
> in the News-Miner and in support of the Alaska Gasline Port
Authority's
> project:
>
> "As concerned citizens who love Alaska, we are speaking up in favor
of the
> best and only proposal that provides maximum benefits to the state.
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The
>risk
> of inaction is too high. We urge you to get involved, too."
>
> Gov. (then mayor) Palin appeared in the ad, and provided her
signature,
> along with Hammond, Hickel and Halford.
>
> I'd like to know if the governor stands by the statement that the
port
> authority plan is the "best and only proposal that provides maximum
>benefits
> to the state," disavows that statement, or has some other comment on
it.
>
>
> Thanks much.
>
> Rod Boyce
> News-Miner
> 459-7575
>
>
>
>
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 1 0: 1 9 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV);
marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us;
tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; bruceanders888@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
Importance: High
Governor,
I did receive this. Still waiting for additional comment / suggestions from the team. Rod
would like something for today.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palln
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 6:34 AM
To: Sarah Palin; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;
mikej3bbles@gov.state.ak.us;jo€_balash@gov.state.ak.us;marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us;
patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; bruceanders888@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: From Rod at the News-Miner
meg - did you get this? did tom/marty have anything to add?
Sarah Palin <sov.sarah(S)n>ahoo.com> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Meghan Stapleton"
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; "Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)"'
Cc: '"Sharon Leighow'"; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Sent: 3/6/07 5:03 PM
Subject: FW: From Rod at the News-Miner
News-Miner would like to know if you still feel this way or disavow yourself
of the comments below.
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For tomorrow.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: Rod Boyce [mailto:rboyce@newsminer.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 12:57 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: From Rod at the News-Miner
Hi Meg,
Here's a portion of the text from the May 6, 2005 full-page ad that appeared
in the News-Miner and in support of the Alaska Gasline Port Authority's
project:
"As concerned citizens who love Alaska, we are speaking up in favor of the
best and only proposal that provides maximum benefits to the state. The risk
of inaction is too high. We urge you to get involved, too. "
Gov. (then mayor) Palin appeared in the ad, and provided her signature,
along with Hammond, Hickel and Halford.
I'd like to know if the governor stands by the statement that the port
authority plan is the "best and only proposal that provides maximum benefits
to the state," disavows that statement, or has some other comment on it.
Thanks much.
Rod Boyce
News-Miner
459-7575
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 6:16 PM
To: 'Mike Tibbies'; Sarah Palin; Todd Palin; Perez; Linda J (GOV); talis.colberg@law.state.ak.us;
mike_Nizich@gov.state.ak.us; Gary R Wheeler
Cc: 'Janice Mason'; Korting; Nancy A (LAW)
Subject: Travel and ethics clarification, 2:00pm March 13
We have scheduled a meeting on Tuesday, March 13, at 2:00pm for discussion about travel and ethics for the
Governor and First Gentleman. There seems to be confusion on the answers to questions about First Gentleman
and children's travel and per diem, using the King Air, TA's, per diem, and so forth. The idea is to do things right
from the get-go so we don't have any questions about how we should have done it later.
If AG Colberg, the designated ethics supervisor for the Governor, and Linda Perez could be available to answer
these questions, hopefully confusion about what is okay and what is not okay for the First Family can be
eliminated and our First Family will not need to spend time worrying about this.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.coin]
Sent Thursday, March 08, 2007 1 :27 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Michael A Nizich
Cc: Michael A Tibbies; Sharon WLeighow
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
meg- try this:
Larry understands the complexities of interpretting F & G regulations, as was evidenced by his
having to pay a fine for a timing violation on the water.
(and humorously, if s the sign of a true SE fisherman - he's got a small violation on his record
now, some true fishermen would say)
As Larry evidently disclosed in the attached email from Ivy - he wasnt even on the water when
the violation occurred, but he owned the pot so he owned up to the mistake.
Ivy Frye <ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Yes. This was discussed in our meetings with the above mentioned and Commissioner Lloyd.
He disclosed it in his cover letter.
"In the summer of 2006, I owned a king crab pot that was involved in a
misdemeanor violation (set hours too early). Another individual was
authorized to set or retrieve my pot under his own permit. I was not
present for the violation, but was the owner of the pot and received a
ticket which I paid."
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:10 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'; 'Nlzlch, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sharon Lelghow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Please tell me no, Read below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:08 PM
To: Leighow, Sharon W (GOV); 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
From: Toomey, Sheila [mailto:SToomey@adn.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:04 PM
To: Sharon Busch
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Sharon: Is this the Larry Edfelt who was cited last year for a fishing violation, A8WE Troopers ini
Juneau, fishing for crab during a closed season? I haven't checked the court computer file yet
so don't know how it came out. Looks like he put his pot in 2-3 hours before season opened,
personal use, fined $200, crab seized. Age 63 so looks like the same guy.
No big deal but maybe earish.
Regards, Sheila
— Original Message —
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 11:17 AM
To: GOV - PRESS RELEASE DISTRIBUTION
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Subject: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
07-049
Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
March 8, 2007, Juneau, AK - Governor Palin today announced the appointment of Juneau resident, Larry Edfelt, to the
Alaska Board of Fisheries. Edfelt previously served on the board from 1992-1997.
"I am honored that someone of Larry's stature and experience has agreed to come back and serve the state again on
this important board," said Governor Palin. "He's familiar with Alaska fisheries from a number of vantage points. His
vision and temperament are just what this board needs."
Edfelt retired from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in 1986, after a distinguished 23-year career. He served
as a fisheries biologist, Deputy Director of Commercial Fisheries, and Assistant Executive Director of the Boards of
Fisheries and Game before his retirement. He has also worked as a charter boat owner and operator. Edfelt is well
known around Alaska for his humorous columns published In the Juneau Empire and the Anchorage Dally News.
The seven members of the Alaska Board of Fisheries are appointed by the Governor, subject to legislative confirmation,
to conserve and develop the fishery resources of the state. This involves setting seasons, bag limits, methods and
means for the state's subsistence, commercial, sport, guided sport, and personal use fisheries, and it also Involves
setting policy and direction for the management of the state's fishery resources. The board is charged with making
allocative decisions, while the Department of Fish and Game is responsible for management based on those decisions.
Edfelt will participate as a voting member at the Board's next meeting, from March 9 th to March 13 th in Anchorage,
during which the board will take up statewide finflsh and supplemental Issues. If confirmed by the Legislature, Edfelt
will fill the seat vacated by Rupe Andrews of Juneau, who resigned last month.
###
Sharon Busch
Office of the Governor
Executive Secretary for Press & Communications
Phone: 907-465-4031
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 1 :32 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Michael A Nizich; Denby S Lloyd
Cc: Michael A Tibbies: Sharon W Leighow
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state,ak.us> wrote:
Yes. This was discussed in our meetings with the above mentioned and Commissioner Lloyd.
He disclosed it in his cover letter.
"In the summer of 2006, 1 owned a king crab pot that was involved in a
misdemeanor violation (set hours too early). Another individual was
authorized to set or retrieve my pot under his own permit. I was not
present for the violation, but was the owner of the pot and received a
ticket which I paid,"
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:10 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'; 'Nizich, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sharon Leighow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject; FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Please tell me no. Read below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.74S0 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:08 PM
To: Leighow, Sharon W (GOV); 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
From: Toomey, Sheila [mailto:SToomey@adn.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:04 PM
To: Sharon Busch
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Sharon: Is this the Larry Edfelt who was cited last year for a fishing violation, ABWE Troopers ini
Juneau, fishing for crab during a closed season? I havent checked the court computer file yet
so don't know how it came out. Looks like he put his pot in 2-3 hours before season opened,
personal use, fined $200, crab seized. Age 63 so looks like the same guy.
No big deal but maybe earish.
Regards, Sheila
— Original Message —
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 11:17 AM
To: GOV - PRESS RELEASE DISTRIBUTION
Subject: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
07-049
Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
March 8, 2007, Juneau, AK - Governor Palln today announced the appointment of Juneau resident, Larry Edfelt, to the
Alaska Board of Fisheries. Edfelt previously served on the board from 1992-1997.
"I am honored that someone of Larry's stature and experience has agreed to come back and serve the state again on
this important board," said Governor Palin. "He's familiar with Alaska fisheries from a number of vantage points. His
vision and temperament are just what this board needs."
Edfelt retired from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in 1986, after a distinguished 23-year career. He served
as a fisheries biologist, Deputy Director of Commercial Fisheries, and Assistant Executive Director of the Boards of
Fisheries and Game before his retirement. He has also worked as a charter boat owner and operator. Edfelt is well
known around Alaska for his humorous columns published in the Juneau Empire and the Anchorage Daily News.
The seven members of the Alaska Board of Fisheries are appointed by the Governor, subject to legislative confirmation,
to conserve and develop the fishery resources of the state. This involves setting seasons, bag limits, methods and
means for the state's subsistence, commercial, sport, guided sport, and personal use fisheries, and It also involves
setting policy and direction for the management of the state's fishery resources. The board is charged with making
allocative decisions, while the Department of Fish and Game is responsible for management based on those decisions.
Edfelt will participate as a voting member at the Board's next meeting, from March 9 th to March 13 th in Anchorage,
during which the board will take up statewide flnflsh and supplemental issues. If confirmed by the Legislature, Edfelt
will fill the seat vacated by Rupe Andrews of Juneau, who resigned last month.
###
Sharon Busch
Office of the Governor
Executive Secretary for Press & Communications
Phone: 907-465-4031
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.corn]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 1 :19 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Michael A Nlzich
Cc: Michael A Tibbies; Sharon W Leighow
Subject RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye <ivy_Jrye@gov.s(ate.ak.us> wrote:
Yes. This was discussed in our meetings with the above mentioned and Commissioner Lloyd.
He disclosed it in his cover letter.
"In the summer of 2006, 1 owned a king crab pot that was involved in a
misdemeanor violation (set hours too early). Another individual was
authorized to set or retrieve my pot under his own permit. I was not
present for the violation, but was the owner of the pot and received a
ticket which I paid."
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12: 10 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'; 'Nizich, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sharon Leighow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Please tell me no, Read below.
Meghan N. stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@igov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:08 PM
To: Leighow, Sharon W (GOV); 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
From: Toomey, Sheila [mailto:SToomey@adn.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:04 PM
To: Sharon Busch
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Sharon: Is this the Larry Edfelt who was cited last year for a fishing violation, ABWE Troopers ini
Juneau, fishing for crab during a closed season? I haven't checked the court computer file yet
so don't know how it came out. Looks like he put his pot in 2-3 hours before season opened,
personal use, fined $200, crab seized. Age 63 so looks like the same guy.
No big deal but maybe earish.
Regards, Sheila
— -Original Message —
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 11:17 AM
To: GOV - PRESS RELEASE DISTRIBUTION
Subject: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
11/10/2009
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
07-049
Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
March 8, 2007, Juneau, AK - Governor Palin today announced the appointment of Juneau resident, Larry Edfelt, to the
Alaska Board of Fisheries. Edfelt previously served on the board from 1992-1997.
"I am honored that someone of lorry's stature and experience has agreed to come back and serve the state again on
this important board," said Governor Palin. "He's familiar with Alaska fisheries from a number of vantage points. His
vision and temperament are Just what this board needs."
Edfelt retired from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in 1986, after a distinguished 23-year career. He served
as a fisheries biologist, Deputy Director of Commercial Fisheries, and Assistant Executive Director of the Boards of
Fisheries and Game before his retirement. He has also worked as a charter boat owner and operator. Edfelt is well
known around Alaska for his humorous columns published in the Juneau Empire and the Anchorage Daily News.
The seven members of the Alaska Board of Fisheries are appointed by the Governor, subject to legislative confirmation,
to conserve and develop the fishery resources of the state. This Involves setting seasons, bag limits, methods and
means for the state's subsistence, commercial, sport, guided sport, and personal use fisheries, and it also Involves
setting policy and direction for the management of the state's fishery resources. The board Is charged with making
allocative decisions, while the Department of Fish and Game is responsible for management based on those decisions.
Edfelt will participate as a voting member at the Board's next meeting, from March 9 th to March 13 th in Anchorage,
during which the board will take up statewide finfish and supplemental issues. If confirmed by the Legislature, Edfelt
will fill the seat vacated by Rupe Andrews of Juneau, who resigned last month.
###
Sharon Busch
Office of the Governor
Executive Secretary for Press & Communications
Phone: 907-465-4031
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From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Thursday, March 08, 2007 2:05 PM
Meghan N Stapleton; gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A Nizich
Michael A Tibbies; Sharon W Leighow
RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Thanks .
We don't want to sound flippant, but I was afraid shelia would think this was a bigger
deal than it actully was.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Meghan Stapleton"<meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
To : " ' Sarah Palin ' " <gov . sarah@yahoo . com> ; " ' Ivy Frye ' " <ivy_f ryeSgov . state . ak . us> ?
"'Nizich, Michael A (GOV) ' "<mike_nizich@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc: "'Michael Tibbies '"<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>; '"Sharon
Leighow 1 "<sharon_leighow@goy. state. ak.us>
Sent: 3/8/07 1:45 PM
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Your last paragraph was communicated to Sheila. Sharon's got the "in" with
Sheila and so I'm not sure if all has been communicated at this point.
Thanks ,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
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Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 1:27 PM
To: Ivy Frye; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Nizich, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sharon LeighoW
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of
Fisheries
meg- try this:
Larry understands the complexities of interpretting F & G regulations, as
was evidenced by his having to pay a fine for a timing violation on the
water .
(and humorously, it's the sign of a true SE fisherman - he's got a small
violation on his record now, some true fishermen would say)
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As Larry evidently disclosed in the attached email from Ivy - he wasn't even
on the water when the violation occurred, but he owned the pot so he owned
up to the mistake.
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us> wrote:
Yes. This was discussed in our meetings with the above mentioned and
Commissioner Lloyd. He disclosed it in his cover letter.
"In the summer of 2006, I owned a king crab pot that was involved in a
misdemeanor violation (set hours too early). Another individual was
authorized to set or retrieve my pot under his own permit. I was not present
for the violation, but was the owner of the pot and received a ticket which
I paid. "
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:10 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye 1 ; 'Nizich, Michael A (GOV) 1
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies' ; 'Sharon Leighow' ; meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of
Fisheries
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Pleaae tell me no. Read below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:08 PM
To: Leighow, Sharon W (GOV); 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of
Fisheries
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From: Toomey, Sheila [mailto:SToomey@adn.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:04 PM
To: Sharon Busch
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Pills Vacancy on Board of
Fisheries
Sharon: Is this the Larry Edfelt who was cited last year for a fishing
violation, ABWE Troopers ini Juneau, fishing for crab during a closed
season? I haven't checked the court computer file yet so don't know how it
came out. Looks like he put his pot in 2-3 hours before season opened,
personal use, fined $200, crab seized. Age 63 so looks like the same guy.
No big deal but maybe earish.
Regards, Sheila
Original Message
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
5
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Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 11:17 AM
To: GOV - PRESS RELEASE DISTRIBUTION
Subject: Press Release: Governor Palin Pills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
07-049
Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
March 8, 2007, Juneau, AK - Governor Palin today announced the appointment
of Juneau resident, Larry Edfelt, to the Alaska Board of Fisheries. Edfelt
previously served on the board from 1992-1997.
"I am honored that someone of Larry's stature and experience has agreed to
come back and serve the state again on this important board, " said Governor
Palin. "He's familiar with Alaska fisheries from a number of vantage
points. His vision and temperament are just what this board needs."
Edfelt retired from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in 1986, after a
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distinguished 23 -year career. He served as a fisheries biologist, Deputy
Director of Commercial Fisheries, and Assistant Executive Director of the
Boards of Fisheries and Game before his retirement. He has also worked as a
charter boat owner and operator. Edfelt is well known around Alaska for his
humorous columns published in the Juneau Empire and the Anchorage Daily
News .
The seven members of the Alaska Board of Fisheries are appointed by the
Governor, subject to legislative confirmation, to conserve and develop the
fishery resources of the state. This involves setting seasons, bag limits,
methods and means for the state's subsistence, commercial, sport, guided
sport, and personal use fisheries, and it also involves setting policy and
direction for the management of the state's fishery resources. The board is
charged with making allocative decisions, while the Department of Fish and
Game is responsible for management based on those decisions.
Edfelt will participate as a voting member at the Board's next meeting, from
March 9th to March 13th in Anchorage, during which the board will take up
statewide finfish and supplemental issues. If confirmed by the Legislature,
Edfelt will fill the seat vacated by Rupe Andrews of Juneau, who resigned
last month.
###
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Sharon Busch
Office of the Governor
Executive Secretary for Press & Communications
Phone: 907-465-4031
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 5:49 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: MOVIE
Regarding the movie producer, Sprocketheads says that it would be fantastic if you could
still call the producer and say sorry that you were hosed by wind... look forward to you
coming here... we're here for you... and appreciate your investment in the state (plus other
information that I wrote earlier).
On background, the producers just ate a ton of money... about a half a million dollars in
cancelling the shoot for the next two weeks.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 2:59 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; 'Patrick Galvin'
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); 'Marty Rutherford';
tomJrwin@dnr.state.ak.us
Subject: Cary Carrigan on Monday
Just an FYI, Carrigan teased your presence on his show Monday morning and said that you
all would get to the bottom of Tillerson's comments.
My understanding is that Tillerson has another presentation tomorrow before the Council on
Foreign Relations and so there may be more to report.
On his show today, Cary did nothing but reemphasize how little Exxon wants to be a part of
this state and it's now only coming out with these statements because the Governor's
asking people to step forward or stop playing. Cary was all about the facts - went on
Exxon's website where it shows it's not even going to look to Alaska for natural gas until at
least 2010 and beyond. All good messages / all factual information. He had Scott Heyworth
and Harold Heinze as guests. All the callers were favorable, etc.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 3:56 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Subject: FW: LEGISLATORS TO HOST COMMUNITY MEETING
Hmmm... Town Hall Meetings with Wielechowski... interesting.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palln
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Jeff Turner [mailto:Jeff_Turner@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 3:10 PM
Subject: LEGISLATORS TO HOST COMMUNITY MEETING
Senator Bill Wielechowski
For Immediate Release: March 8, 2007
LEGISLATORS TO HOST COMMUNITY
MEETING
(JUNEAU) - Sen. Bill Wielechowski (D - Anchorage) and Rep. Bob Roses (R -
Anchorage) will host a "Town Hall Meeting and Mid-Session Update" this
Saturday from 1 :30-3:00 p.m. at Chester Valley Elementary. All are welcome to
attend.
"This is one of the most important meetings for me during session," Wielechowski
said. "We need feedback from our constituents; we need to hear what direction
they want us to take on issues. I look forward to listening to my neighbors'
concerns and hopes for what we can accomplish this session."
The legislators will present a brief legislative update and then open the floor up for
constituents' questions and comments. They plan to address current issues such as
the Governor's Alaska Gasline Inducement Act (AGIA), unveiled on Friday, as
well as education funding, crime, the Longevity Bonus, and local capital projects.
Appetizers and refreshments will be served.
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WHO:
WHAT:
WHEN:
WHERE:
Sen. Bill Wielechowski, Rep. Bob Roses
Town Hall Meeting and Mid-Session Update
Saturday, March 10, 2007 @ 1 :30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Chester Valley Elementary, 1751 Patterson St.
###
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Transformers p a g e i f \
Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 2:37 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: MOVIE SHOOT POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER...
Importance: High
Ahhhh.... The movie was postponed. Let me see when it's best to call, if you haven't yet.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Carolyn K. Robinson [mailto:carolyn@sprocketheads.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 2:27 PM
To: Jason Moore; Meg
Subject: Transformers
Our shoot was postponed two weeks due to weather (wind!).
Very bummed. So long family cruise vacation....
Carolyn
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent Thursday. March 08, 2007 1 :35 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Your last paragraph was communicated to Sheila. Sharon's got the "in" with Sheila and so
I'm not sure if all has been communicated at this point.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 1:27 PM
To: Ivy Frye; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Nizich, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
meg- try this:
Larry understands the complexities of interpretting F & G regulations, as was
evidenced by his having to pay a fine for a timing violation on the water.
(and humorously, it's the sign of a true SE fisherman - he's got a small
violation on his record now, some true fishermen would say)
As Larry evidently disclosed in the attached email from Ivy - he wasn't even on
the water when the violation occurred, but he owned the pot so he owned up to
the mistake.
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.dk.us> wrote:
Yes. This was discussed in our meetings with the above mentioned and Commissioner Lloyd.
He disclosed it in his cover letter.
"In the summer of 2006, 1 owned a king crab pot that was involved in a
misdemeanor violation (set hours too early). Another individual was
authorized to set or retrieve my pot under his own permit. I was not
present for the violation, but was the owner of the pot and received a
ticket which I paid."
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:10 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'; "Nizich, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sharon Leighow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Please tell me no. Read below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975C
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:08 PM
To: Leighow, Sharon W (GOV); 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: FW: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
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From: Toomey, Sheila [mailto:SToomey@adn.conn]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:04 PM
To: Sharon Busch
Subject: RE: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
Sharon: Is this the Larry Edfelt who was cited last year for a fishing violation, ABWE Troopers ini Juneau, fishing for crab during a closed
season? I haven't checked the court computer file yet so don't know how it came out. Looks like he put his pot in 2-3 hours before seaso
opened, personal use, fined $200, crab seized. Age 63 so looks like the same guy.
No big deal but maybe earish.
Regards, Sheila
— Original Message —
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 11:17 AM
To: GOV - PRESS RELEASE DISTRIBUTION
Subject: Press Release: Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
07-049
Governor Palin Fills Vacancy on Board of Fisheries
March 8, 2007, Juneau, AK - Governor Palin today announced the appointment of Juneau resident, Larry Edfelt, to the
Alaska Board of Fisheries. Edfelt previously served on the board from 1992-1997.
"I am honored that someone of Larry's stature and experience has agreed to come back and serve the state again on
this important board," said Governor Palin. "He's familiar with Alaska fisheries from a number of vantage points. His
vision and temperament are just what this board needs."
Edfelt retired from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in 1986, after a distinguished 23-year career. He served
as a fisheries biologist, Deputy Director of Commercial Fisheries, and Assistant Executive Director of the Boards of
Fisheries and Game before his retirement. He has also worked as a charter boat owner and operator. Edfelt is well
known around Alaska for his humorous columns published in the Juneau Empire and the Anchorage Dally News.
The seven members of the Alaska Board of Fisheries are appointed by the Governor, subject to legislative confirmation,
to conserve and develop the fishery resources of the state. This involves setting seasons, bag limits, methods and
means for the state's subsistence, commercial, sport, guided sport, and personal use fisheries, and it also involves
setting policy and direction for the management of the state's fishery resources. The board is charged with making
allocatlve decisions, while the Department of Fish and Game is responsible for management based on those decisions.
Edfelt will participate as a voting member at the Board's next meeting, from March 9 th to March 13 th in Anchorage,
during which the board will take up statewide flnflsh and supplemental issues. If confirmed by the Legislature, Edfelt
will fill the seat vacated by Rupe Andrews of Juneau, who resigned last month.
###
Sharon Busch
Office of the Governor
Executive Secretary for Press & Communications
Phone: 907-465-4031
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FW: Governor p age 1 f 3
Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 1:49 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FW: Governor
Importance: High
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Yellow
Governor,
Some of the biggest names in Hollywood are flying into Valdez tomorrow to begin shooting
a summer blockbuster movie. Local hire, local extras, local outfitters / helicopters / boats /
ERA aviation are all part of the deal. They've even hired one of Alaska's own film companies
(Sprocketheads) and filmmaker Steve Rychetnik (he shot the Halcro campaign ads) to help
shoot the opening see to the movie "Transformers" - Rychetnik is brilliant and they
recognize his film talents.
While you can't physically welcome them to the state, it would be fantastic for you to call
the producer, Ian Bryce, and welcome him to Alaska and tell him how pleased and excited
you are that he chose our state and is investing in our state. I guess the wild weather in
Valdez has proved to v be a bit trying (high winds harming a prop boat in the water), but you
can tell him you've tried your best to order up good weather for this weekend, Tell him you
are sorry that you can't personally say hello, but wish him the best on this film and hope to
see him again, in our great state. This would provide tremendous collateral for you and for
the state.
Bryce produced the following films. More information follows below.
1. Tonight, He Comes (2008) (pre-production)
(executive producer)
2. Transformers (2007) (post-production) (producer)
3. The Island (2005) (producer)
4. Tears of the Sun (2003) (producer)
5. Spider-Man (2002) (producer)
6. Almost Famous (2000) (producer)
... aka Untitled: Almost Famous the Bootleg Cut
(USA: director's cut (DVD title))
7. Forces of Nature (1 999) (producer)
8. Saving Private Ryan (1998) (producer)
9. Hard Rain (1998) (producer)
... aka Flood (Japan: English title)
... aka Pluie d'enfer (France)
10. Twister (1996) (producer)
11. Speed (1994/1) (executive producer)
12. The Beverly Hillbillies (1993) (producer)
13. Rising Sun (1993) (line producer)
14. Batman Returns (1992) (associate producer)
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FW: Governor p age 2 of 3
15. Howard the Duck (1986) (associate producer)
... aka Howard: A New Breed of Hero
16. Ewoks: The Battle for Endor (1985) (TV) (associate
producer)
Bryce's number is 310-244-3883. Neither of you has time for more than a couple minute call, but it
would go a long way.
TODAY IS THE ONLY DAY TO CALL BECAUSE OF THEIR FLYING SCHEDULE.
Thanks,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Pal/n
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
From: Carolyn K. Robinson [mailto:carolyn@sprocketheads.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 3:13 PM
To: Meg
Subject: FW: Governor
Importance: High
Meg,
SEE BELOW
Thank you!
I suggest going to www.imbd.com and providing Gov. Palin with information on Ian Bryce (Producer) and Michael Bay (Director). Steven
Spielberg is the Executive Producer and this is a DreamWorks film. It is a HUGE summer blockbuster opening on July 4th 2007
www.transformersmovie.com These guys are at the top of the food chain in Hollywood.
We are shooting in Columbia Bay on March I Oth. We're basing out of Valdez.
They are bringing about 50 A-list production people from LA and spending lots of money - local hire, accommodations, rental cars, ERA
aviation, helicopters, boats, outfitters, clothing stores, local actors as Extras, safety teams, etc.
The production company that is coordinating this whole production is Anchorage based SprocketHeads, LLC (a good word about us would
be bonus!) and Steve Rychetnik - SprocketHeads' cameraman - will be shooting film along with their team.
Ian and Michael are flying in to Valdez on Michael Bay's jet early Friday morning, March 9th. They leave Sunday.
We are shooting the opening scene of this movie here in Alaska so Alaska will be showcased to billions of people.
The weather outside of Valdez has been problematic and causing stress because we are building a prop ship on-location in Columbia Bay -
and are having problems getting on-location to work on it - so she can joke about taking care of the weather for them.
We want them to keep them coming back and shooting in Alaska and next trip they should come to the mansion for dinner (most states do
that for lead actors and celebrity producers and directors).
Meg, I hope the Governor realizes this is so FANTASTIC for Alaska and Alaskans.
Call me if you need anything and thank you. (I'm taking the ERA flight out to Valdez tomorrow afternoon so call me at Sprox -248-4829,
cell -440-9478 and home -349-490 1 if you need anything) Also please let me know when the call was made. Staying at the Best Western
in Valdez Thursday night
Carolyn
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Carolyn K. Robinson
Executive Producer
SprocketHeads, LLC
2907 Iris Drive
Anchorage, AK 99517 USA
(907) 248-4829/(907) 248-0239 F
carolyn@sprocketheads.com
www.sprocketheads.com
Forwarded Message
From: Ian Bryce <redvers@mac.com>
Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2007 15:35:01 -0800
To: <caroIyn@sprocketheads.com>
Cc: Daren Hicks <darh@worldnet.att.net>, Allegra Clegg <allegra@spellmanfamily.net>, Michelle McGonagle <mmcgonagle@mac.com>
Subject: Governor
Please pass on that I would be delighted to speak to the Governor at
her convenience, best number is my office, which is 310-244-3883.
I am in the office today and tomorrow and we are scheduled to fly to
Alaska on Friday.
There would be no requests that I would be making of her in that
phone call. It would be about how happy we are to be coming etc,
Ian
■ End of Forwarded Message
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 1 :29 PM
To: S R Parnell; Tom E Irwin
Cc: Martha K Rutherford; Patrick S Galvin; Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow
Subject: Re: In DC next week/Drue Pearce question
let me have marty and torn respond with our talking points,
thanks for doing this!
and they can let John Kate know of your plans also.
Sean R Parnell <sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
Since I'll be in DC next week at the National Lt. Gov. Association
conference, we had called Drue Pearce to ask for a meeting. Drue responded
and mentioned pulling together a lot of people from different agencies.
Although I expected just a friendly individual meeting with Drue, I'm happy
to take the opportunity with the larger group to walk through AGIA. Is this
a group that you or other members of the gasline team met with while you
were back there? Is there anything in particular I should be aware of?
And, can I get your DC messaging material, assuming it hasn't changed?
Sean
Original Message
From: Drue_Pearce@ios.doi.gov [mailto:Drue_Pearce@ios.doi.gov]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:30 PM
To: Kelly Clifton
Cc: jennifer_thomson@ios.doi.gov
Subject: RE: lieutenant governor Parnell in WA, DC
Importance: High
Kelly
Make sure Sean feels comfortable with presenting the AGIA to the federal
interagency MOU signatories - which include senior staff, mostly appointed,
from each of 16 agencies. He'll be the "draw" and I expect lots of
interest.
We can set up for a power point or whatever he wants to use.
Drue Pearce
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1849 C Street, NW
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(202)208-4177
(202) 219-0229 (fax)
Cell (907) 230-8558
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:56 PM
To: 'Denby Lloyd"; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Nizich; Michael A (GOV) '; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: NPFMC
I'm confirming we are going with:
Privileged or Personal fl
I will begin contacting them today.
Thank you,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 1 1 :51 AM
To: 'Marty Rutherford'; 'Patrick Galvin'
Cc: Katz; John W (GOV); tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV);
gov.sarah@yahoo.com; 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'Marcia Davis'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton;
Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: RE: Trex on Alaska
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Logistics meant the down-play. We didn't want to play the games of a dramatic interview
and since Commissioner Galvin was the one - Donaldson can't record from Juneau to
Anchorage and Channel 2 can't turn around a big story when the interview isn't available
until 3:30pm. No fault of ours - just logistics. In the meantime, once we have the report, I
suggest that we have a press availability that shows the facts and roll it out with the
Commissioner and anyone else deemed appropriate. Donaldson and Southern both called
Exxon yesterday and asked for proof of 13 tax changes - they never returned the call.
Meghan N, Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Marty Rutherford [mailto:marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 8:28 AM
To: Patrick Galvin
Cc: John Katz; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; Meghan Stapleton; Michael Tibbies;
joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Governor Sarah Palin (govpalin@gov.state.ak.us);
Marcia Davis
Subject: Re: Trex on Alaska
Pat,
Thanks for sending out this info. It sounds like you said all the right things,
although the press aren't playing it a s well as I would like. I'm inclined to
agree that it would be a good idea for Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Marty
Patrick Galvin wrote:
News from the Front:
I ended up giving quotes to APRN, Dillon, and going on Channel 2 News. Each
wanted to focus on Tillerson's statement that Alaska's fiscal system has changed "1 3
times in the past couple decades."
In each interview I stressed that in the past two decades we've had 19 years of ELF
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with little substantive change, and then the system was changed last year when we had high
oil prices and ELF proved to be out of step with oil development economics. I said that on the
royalty side, most of Exxon's production is coming from leases that have been in place for
over 30 years. I also commented on Alaska as a stable government, where companies don't
have to worry about terrorism or have their employees live in compounds. Finally, I
mentioned that Alaska's attractiveness is demonstrated by the large investments by
companies such as Shell Oil who see tremendous opportunities in Alaska without the
instability seen elsewhere in the world.
All wanted to paint this as signs of trouble regarding Exxon's role in a gasline or AGIA, and
commented on the escalating war of words between the state and Exxon. I played that down,
and said we are confident that, in the end, Exxon with recognize the opportunities Alaska
offers.
We are currently putting together a history of changes in our oil and gas fiscal regime, going
back 40 years. When it's done, I'll send it out so we can discuss its usefulness.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Do others agree?
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Person;
-Pat
From: John Katz rmailto:1wkatz@ALASKADC.orq1
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 11:37 AM
To: 'Marty Rutherford'; torn irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; Meghan Stapleton; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Patrick Galvin'
Cc: ioe balash@aov.state.ak.us; Qov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Trex on Alaska
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is jwkatz@alaskadc.org .
Thank you .
>» On 3/7/2007 at 2:46:02 pra, in message <00a001c760fl$3d001970
$dla23f92@GOVEXECA148164>, Meghan Stapleton
<meghan stapleton(5).gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
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Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From; Joe Balash rmailto:ioe balash@qov.state.ak.usl
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 8:07 AM
To: meahan stapleton@aov.state.ak. us: Marty Rutherford; Patrick Galvin; torn irwin@dnr.state.ak. us :
Michael Tibbies
Subject: Fw: Trex on Alaska
-—Original Message- — -
From: Robert Dillon <rdillon@,energvintel.com>
To: Joe Balash
Sent: Wed Mar 07 08:05:08 2007
Subject: Trex on Alaska
Joe,
I assume you have your blackberry with you. Exxon CEO is slamming Alaska in their analyst meeting right now. He
said the state lacks fiscal stability and that a producer-owned line is still the best bet. I'm not listening to the analyst call,
but we do have someone there and I will fill you in later. Just thought you might want to pass it along to the governor in
case she wants to respond. Of course, you know this is an escalating war of words that has Exxon ticked off. Give me a
call when you're free.
Sincerely,
R.A. Dillon
Assistant Editor
Oil Daily
Tel: (202) 662-0723
Cell: (202) 243-8735
E-Mail: RDillon@energvintel.conn
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 7:22 AM
To: Kristina Y Perry; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; ivy_frye@gov. state, ak. us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Peninsula Constituents
i've spoken with Doug a few times - got my ear chewed on for not moving fast enough to find
something for Maw.
this is all amazing... the demands by so many people, i can't keep up...
the whole flipping point is to get politics out of fisheries... that's why we're trying to balance this
and not just plug in a single-interest individual without giving thought to the other fisheries
needs. It's what I promised I'd do.
sorry you're having to deal with a bunch of this, i know you're swamped too.
I'm trying to get Maw on the fish board ASAP so folks will chill a bit here. The balance on that
board is much more complicated than Doug is considering though. Ivy, Denby, Tib and I have
been meeting on it.
Bristol Bay is also clamoring for a spot on the board, as are other regions, as are the personal use
fisheries folks, etc.
I don't know Cramer or Martin, do I?
I love 'ya Kris!!! Thanks for putting up with all of this - in addition to the "discrimination" false
accusations, too. It's good to know that we know that we know that we have done NOTHING
discriminatory. We have nothing to hide- and I appreciate sincerely your efforts there.
Kristina Y Perry <krisjperry@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
This afternoon, at their request, I met w/Doug Blossom, Dave Blossom
and Dave Martin from the Peninsula. Jack & Debbie Brown were also
planning to attend but asked to reschedule. I won't go into all the
details as it is much of what you've already heard regarding Fish &
Game. But, I did want to pass on to you that they really hope that
there will be consideration for Roland Maw and Dwight Cramer on the
Fish Board. Neither have permits that will interfere. They also hope
that politics in fisheries management will be set aside, support for
the local biologist provided, and that Denby will go down there -
listen - and get the fisheries straightened out.
Kris
Food fight? Enjoy some healthy debate
in the Yahoo! Answers Food & Drink O&A.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 6:38 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A Tibbies; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: Fwd: Peninsula Constituents
mike - pis ask denby when is he traveling down there?
iv - do we know the other fellow mentioned in this email, along with Maw?
iv - pis send me the latest on where we were lining up with fisheries appts... from Nelson, to
Maw, to Edfelt, etc.
thanks!
Note: forwarded message attached.
No need to miss a message. Get email on-the- po
with Yahoo! Mail for Mobile. Get started.
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Thursday, March 08, 2007 9:24 PM
Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
RE: NPFMC
Wait til other pieces of puzzle fall in place, like maw and nelson's new roles
Thanks ! ! !
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye" <ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us>
To: " 'Denby Lloyd' " <denby_lloyd@f ishgame. state. ak. us >; "'Michael Tibbies'"
<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us >; " 'Nizich, Michael A (GOV) 1 " <mike_nizich@gov. state. ak.us>;
"govpalin@gov . state . ak . us " <govpalin@gov . state . ak . us>
Sent: 3/8/07 12:55 PM
Subject: NPFMC
I'm confirming we are going with:
Privileged or Personal Material Re<
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I will begin contacting them today.
Thank you,
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_f ryeQgov . state . ak . us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 4:02 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: travel
I won ' t be cashing those checks
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Mike Tibbies "<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
To : " ' Sarah Palin ' " <gov . sarahsyahoo . com>
Sent: 3/8/07 2:49 PM
Sub j ect : travel
Governor,
We are making the changes to the travel report as we discussed. The only
outstanding item that I am aware of is that we can delete the per diem for
the kids on the report if you would like to return the checks. They are
however, entitled to the meal allowance for trips associated with state
business. Your call. Thanks.
Mike
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 7:29 AM
To: Sarah Palin; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: RE: Peninsula Constituents
Edfelt was appointed yesterday. He fills the seat vacated by Rupe Andrews. Board of Fish mtg starts tomorrow
in ANC— they now have 7 members.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 6:38 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: Fwd: Peninsula Constituents
mike - pis ask denby when is he Graveling down there?
iv - do we know the other fellow mentioned in this email, along with Maw?
iv - pis send me the latest on where we were lining up with fisheries appts... from Nelson, to Maw, to
Edfelt, etc.
thanks!
Note: forwarded message attached.
No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go
with Yahoo! Mail for Mobile. Get started.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 8:36 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Kristina Y Perry; fek9wnr@yahoo.com; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Peninsula Constituents
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 8:30 AM
To: Ivy Frye; Kristina Y Perry; fek9wnr@yahoo.com; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Peninsula Constituents
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Edfelt was appointed yesterday. He fills the seat vacated by Rupe Andrews. Board of Fish mtg starts tomorrow
in ANC— they now have 7 members.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 6:38 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: Fwd: Peninsula Constituents
mike - pis ask denby when is he traveling down there?
iv - do we know the other fellow mentioned in this email, along with Maw?
iv - pis send me the latest on where we were lining up with fisheries appts... from Nelson, to Maw, to
Edfelt, etc.
thanks!
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Note: forwarded message attached.
No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go
with Yahoo! Mail for Mobile. Get started.
TV dinner still cooling?
Check out "To night's Picks" on Yahoo! TV.
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Unknown
From: ivy Ffye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 3:47 PM
To: Sarah Palin; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'; 'John Bitney'
Subject: privileged | on AK Workforce Investment Board
Governor Palin,
When you have a minute I need to I
I you in on
i jeaed or Personal Material Redacted
I can better explain via telephone
IvyFrye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81 10 fax
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 10:50 AM
To: Todd Palin; gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Spencer; Kari L (GOV); John S Stephenson; Gary R Wheeler;
Cooper; George F (DPS); 'Kris Perry'; Meghan Stapleton; John Bitney; Cayce; Sunny C (GOV);
Janice Mason; 'Mike Tibbies'; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Governor's schedule attached
Attached is three
se weeks of the Go vernor's sc hedule as it stands right now. My contact number in Oregon is 503-
I'll have my cell 907- fPrivileg e^ it anyone needs me. I'll be back to Juneau on Monday night-Pm
Privileged [ but I'i
headed out this afternoon. Kari.
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From: Sean R Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:52 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Galvtn; Patrick S (DOR); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: In DC next week/Drue Pearce question
Importance: High
Governor,
Since I'll be in DC next week at the National Lt. Gov. Association conference, we had
called Drue Pearce to ask for a meeting. Drue responded and mentioned pulling together a
lot of people from different agencies. Although I expected just a friendly individual
meeting with Drue, I'm happy to take the opportunity with the larger group to walk through
AGIA. Is this a group that you or other members of the gasline team met with while you
were back there? Is there anything in particular I should be aware of?
And, can I get your DC messaging material, assuming it hasn't changed?
Sean
Original Message
From: Drue_Pearce@ios.doi.gov [mailto:Drue_Pearce@ios.doi.gov]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:30 PM
To: Kelly Clifton
Cc: jennifer_thomson@ios.doi.gov
Subject: RE: lieutenant governor Parnell in WA, DC
Importance : High
Kelly
Make sure Sean feels comfortable with presenting the AGIA to the federal
interagency MOU signatories - which include senior staff, mostly appointed,
from each of 16 agencies. He'll be the "draw" and I expect lots of
1 !
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interest.
We can set up for a power point or whatever he wants to use.
Drue Pearce
Federal Coordinator
Office of the Federal Coordinator
Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects
1849 C Street, NW
MS-6020
Washington, DC 20240
(202) 208-4177
(202) 219-0229 (fax)
Cell (907) 230-8558
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 8.50 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: NCAA National Riffle Championship Trophy presentation
Kris and Melissa are both working on this.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 8:42 AM
To: Kari L Spencer; Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Fwd: NCAA National Riffle Championship Trophy presentation
Kari - pis. have Melissa be ready for the talking points too
Ramona Reeves <reeves.ramona@gmaiLcom> wrote:
Date: Sat, 24 Feb 2007 22:21:44 -0900
From: "Ramona Reeves" <reeves.ramona@gmail.com>
To: sarah <spalin@mtaonline.net>, sarahjjalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: NCAA National Riffle Championship Trophy presentation
Dear Governor Palin
I hope all is going well for you and your family in Juneau. Congratulations to Todd and his
teammate for their win of this years Iron Dog!
I would like to extend an invitation to you to make a brief welcoming address to the eight teams
competing in this years NCAA Division I National Riffle Championship Event in Fairbanks on March
10th. The event will conclude around 6pm on the 10th and the organizers would like the welcome
address and presentation of the big team award to happen at 6:15pm. If time allows you have been
invited to see the last half hour of the event. If you would like to stay after the awards presentation, for
as long or as little as you would chose to, that would be great too.
I know you are a big fan of sports and this is truly a historical showcase event for our State and our
University. If we win, it will be even a sweeter award to present. Let me know what will need to be done
to make this happen as it will be a great event to attend.
Take care and good luck with everything!
Ramona
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 8:49 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: NCAA National Riffle Championship Trophy presentation
Absolutely. She is helping Kris write your remarks. They are very excited you are coming.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 8:43 AM
To: Kari L Spencer
Subject: Fwd: NCAA National Riffle Championship Trophy presentation
was Ramona notified?
Ramona Reeves <reeves.ramona@gmailcont> wrote:
Date: Sat, 24 Feb 2007 22:21:44 -0900
From: "Ramona Reeves" <reeves.ramona@gmail.com>
To: sarah <spalin@mtaonline.net>, sarahjpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: NCAA National Riffle Championship Trophy presentation
Dear Governor Palin
I hope all is going well for you and your family in Juneau. Congratulations to Todd and his
teammate for their win of this years Iron Dog!
I would like to extend an invitation to you to make a brief welcoming address to the eight teams
competing in this years NCAA Division I National Riffle Championship Event in Fairbanks on March
10th. The event will conclude around 6pm on the 10th and the organizers would like the welcome
address and presentation of the big team award to happen at 6:15pm. If time allows you have been
invited to see the last half hour of the event. If you would like to stay after the awards presentation, for
as long or as little as you would chose to, that would be great too.
I know you are a big fan of sports and this is truly a historical showcase event for our State and our
University. If we win, it will be even a sweeter award to present. Let me know what will need to be done
to make this happen as it will be a great event to attend.
Take care and good luck with everything!
Ramona
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 5:36 PM
To: Sarah Palin; "Michael Tibbies'; 'John Bitney'
Subject: FW: Pacific States MFC Seat Open
Governor Palin,
I wanted y ou to see this e mail. I know it was rushed today when I asked you about this board so I've held off on
BrivJI eged or] until we know for sure which direction we want to go. First thought from Bit, Tibbies,
contacting
Nizich was|Privij is the right choice. Take your time thinking about it. We don't have to know today
You're awesome.
IV
From: Denby Lloyd [mailto:denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 4:26 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Subject: RE: Pacific States MFC Seat Open
Very good, and thanks, DL.
Denby S. Uoyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 11 5526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 4:21 PM
To: 'Denby Lloycf
Cc: 'Mike Nizich'; 'Mike Tibbies'; 'John Bitney'
Subject: RE: Pacific States MFC Seat Open
Thanks Commissioner. I agree with your assessment of |Privileged or Fj Legislative confirmation is required by
statute, but not permissible under the Constitution; therefore, we don't have to send a name down. I will talk with
Mike and the Governor to see which direction they want to move so we can expedite this appointment.
Thanks again for reminding me of this board.
Ivy
From: Denby Lloyd [mailto:denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 3:36 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Cc: 'Mike Nizich'; 'Mike Tibbies'; 'John Bitney'
Subject: Pacific States MFC Seat Open
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Ivy:
I don't know if you are aware of the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC), but it is a fisheries
advisory group headquartered in Portland Oregon that deals with information/data and other issues, but not
regulatory management, important to Alaska and Pacific Northwest fisheries. Alaska gets three appointed seats
on the Commission, all chosen by the Governor and confirmed by the legislature. The three seats are: an officer
of ADF&G, a member of a legislative resource committee, and a citizen at large.
Currently the Alaska members are Sue Aspelund (sitting for the Commissioner) from ADF&G, Sen. Ben Stevens,
and Stephanie Madsen. Obviously, Senator Ben Stevens's seat needs a replacement. We recommend you
consider the following legislators, in rank order
Privileged or Personal Material Re
As for the citizen seat, Stephanie Madsen's current term expires Nov. 8, 2008.
FYI.
If you need more information, please let me or Sue Aspelund know.
Thanks, DL.
Denby S. Uoyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 9981 1-5526
907-465-4719
From: Herman Savikko [mailto:herman_savikko@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 2:53 PM
To: Denby S Lloyd
Subject: [Fwd: RE: Senate Seat Open]
Denby,
Here is the response I received from Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission with regard to our
vacancy for the legislative seat. The in-state meeting is held each spring in Juneau, and this year the
Annual meeting is to be held in San Diego, CA in late August or early September.
Herman
Original Message
SubjecttRE: Senate Seat Open
Date:Tue, 06 Mar 2007 10:18:34 -0800
From: Sharon Perkins <sharon_perkins@psmfc.org>
To:Herman Savikko <herman_savikko@fishgame.state.ak.us>
CC:Susan L Aspelund <sue_aspelund@iishgame.state.ak.us>
References: <45E5D6D2. 1 050906@fishgame.state.ak.us>
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Herman :
Governor Frank Murkowski appointed Senator Stevens to the Legislative
Seat, and Stephanie Madsen to the Marine Fisheries Seat on November 8,
2004.
Following is what I have as the Alaska Statue regarding this matter:
Sec. 16. 45. 020 - Alaska Statute:
"The term of each commissioner of the Pacific Marine Fisheries
Commission is four years. A
Commissioner holds office until a successor is appointed and qualified,
but the successor's term expires four years from the legal date of
expiration of the term of the successor's predecessor. Vacancies
occurring in the office of a Commissioner for any reason or cause shall
be filled for the unexpired term, or a Commissioner may be removed from
office as provided by the statues of the state concerned. Each
Commissioner may delegate in writing from time to time to a deputy the
power to be present and participate including voting as a representative
or substitute, at a meeting of or hearing by or other proceeding of the
Commission. "
Sec. 16.45.030 - Alaska Representatives:
"In furtherance of the Compact provisions, there are three members of
the Commission from the State of Alaska, appointed by the Governor and
confirmed by the Legislature in Joint Session. One Commissioner must be
the administrative or other officer of the Alaska Department of Fish and
Game charged with the conservation of the state's marine fisheries
resource; another commissioner must be a member of the legislature of
this state who is a member of the committee on resources; and another
member must be a citizen of this state who has a wide knowledge of and
interest in the marine fisheries problem."
Sec. 16.45.040 - Terms of Commissioners:
"The term of each commissioner of the Pacific Marine Fisheries
Commission is four years. A Commissioner holds office until a successor
is appointed and qualified, but the successor's term expires four years
from the legal date of expiration of the term of the successor's
predecessor. A Commissioner may be removed from office by the Governor
upon charges and after a hearing. The term of a Commissioner who ceases
to hold the qualifications required ends and a successor may be
appointed. Vacancies occurring in the office of a Commissioner for any
reason or cause shall be filled for the unexpired term in the same
manner as for a full term appointment."
I hope this is the information that you need.
I apologize for taking so long to get this to you. Things here are
incredibly busy, good, I guess.
Let me know if you need something in addition.
Sharon
Sharon Perkins
Executive Assistant
Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
205 SE Spokane, Suite 100
Portland, Oregon 97202
Telephone: 503-595-3100
Fax: 503-595-3232
Original Message
From: Herman Savikko f mailto : herman_savikko@f ishaame . state . ak . us 1
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 11:24 AM
To: Sharon Perkins; Teresa Fairchild
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Cc: Sue Aspelund
Subject: Senate Seat Open
Hello Ladies,
Could you please remind me again how I go about having the
Commissioner's Seat from Alaska that is the legislative seat re-filled?
Senator Ben Stevens held that chair and he did not run for reelection.
Beautifully clear and a whopping 4 degrees out in Juneau today. You
should be here!
Thanks,
Herman
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 5:36 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin*; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'John Bitney'
Subject: FW: Pacific States MFC Seat Open
Governor Palin,
I wanted y ou to see this e mail. I know it was rushed today when I asked you about this board so I've held off on
contacting|Pjavii eged oF| until we know for sure which direction we want to go. First thought from Bit, Tibbies,
Nizich was [Priyj is the right choice. Take your time thinking about it. We don't have to know today.
You're awesome.
iv
From: Denby Lloyd [mailto:denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 4:26 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Subject: RE: Pacific States MFC Seat Open
Very good, and thanks, DL.
Denby S. Uoyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 9981 7-5526
907-465-4719
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:fvy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 4:21 PM
To: 'Denby Lloyd'
Cc: 'Mike Nizich"; 'Mike Tibbies'; 'John Bitney
Subject: RE: Pacific States MFC Seat Open
Thanks Commissioner. I agree with your assessment f Privileged or F Legislative confirmation is required by
statute, but not permissible under the Constitution; therefore, we don't have to send a name down. I will talk with
Mike and the Governor to see which direction they want to move so we can expedite this appointment.
Thanks again for reminding me of this board.
Ivy
From: Denby Lloyd [mailto:denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 3:36 PM
To: 'Ivy Frye'
Cc: 'Mike Nizich'; 'Mike Tibbies'; 'John Bitney"
Subject: Pacific States MFC Seat Open
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Ivy:
I don't know if you are aware of the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC), but it is a fisheries
advisory group headquartered in Portland Oregon that deals with information/data and other issues, but not
regulatory management, important to Alaska and Pacific Northwest fisheries. Alaska gets three appointed seats
on the Commission, all chosen by the Governor and confirmed by the legislature. The three seats are: an officer
of ADF&G, a member of a legislative resource committee, and a citizen at large.
Currently the Alaska members are Sue Aspelund (sitting for the Commissioner) from ADF&G, Sen. Ben Stevens,
and Stephanie Madsen. Obviously, Senator Ben Stevens's seat needs a replacement. We recommend you
consider the following legislators, in rank order:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacl
As for the citizen seat, Stephanie Madsen's current term expires Nov. 8, 2008.
FYI.
If you need more information, please let me or Sue Aspelund know.
Thanks, DL.
Denby S. Ltoyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box J 75526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Herman Savikko [mailto:herman_savikko@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 2:53 PM
To: Denby S Lloyd
Subject: [Fwd: RE: Senate Seat Open]
Denby,
Here is the response I received from Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission with regard to our
vacancy for the legislative seat. The in-state meeting is held each spring in Juneau, and this year the
Annual meeting is to be held in San Diego, CA in late August or early September.
Herman
Original Message
SubjectrRE: Senate Seat Open
DaterTue, 06 Mar 2007 10:18:34 -0800
FromrSharon Perkins <sharon_perkinsfSipsmfc.org>
TorHerman Savikko <herman_savikko@rishgame.state.ak.us>
CC: Susan L Aspelund <sue_aspelund@,fishgame.state.ak.us>
References: <45E5D6D2. 1 050906@.fi sh game.state.ak.us>
8/26/2009
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Herman :
Governor Frank Murkowski appointed Senator Stevens to the Legislative
Seat, and Stephanie Madsen to the Marine Fisheries Seat on November 8,
2004.
Following is what I have as the Alaska Statue regarding this matter:
Sec. 16. 45. 020 - Alaska Statute:
"The term of each commissioner of the Pacific Marine Fisheries
Commission is four years. A
Commissioner holds office until a successor is appointed and qualified,
but the successor's term expires four years from the legal date of
expiration of the term of the successor's predecessor. Vacancies
occurring in the office of a Commissioner for any reason or cause shall
be filled for the unexpired term, or a Commissioner may be removed from
office as provided by the statues of the state concerned. Each
Commissioner may delegate in writing from time to time to a deputy the
power to be present and participate including voting as a representative
or substitute, at a meeting of or hearing by or other proceeding of the
Commission."
Sec. 16.45.030 - Alaska Representatives:
"In furtherance of the Compact provisions, there are three members of
the Commission from the State of Alaska, appointed by the Governor and
confirmed by the Legislature in Joint Session. One Commissioner must be
the administrative or other officer of the Alaska Department of Fish and
Game charged with the conservation of the state's marine fisheries
resource; another commissioner must be a member of the legislature of
this state who is a member of the committee on resources; and another
member must be a citizen of this state who has a wide knowledge of and
interest in the marine fisheries problem."
Sec. 16.45.040 - Terms of Commissioners:
"The term of each commissioner of the Pacific Marine Fisheries
Commission is four years. A Commissioner holds office until a successor
is appointed and qualified, but the successor's term expires four years
from the legal date of expiration of the term of the successor's
predecessor. A Commissioner may be removed from office by the Governor
upon charges and after a hearing. The term of a Commissioner who ceases
to hold the qualifications required ends and a successor may be
appointed. Vacancies occurring in the office of a Commissioner for any
reason or cause shall be filled for the unexpired term in the same
manner as for a full term appointment."
I hope this is the information that you need.
I apologize for taking so long to get this to you. Things here are
incredibly busy, good, I guess.
Let me know if you need something in addition.
Sharon
Sharon Perkins
Executive Assistant
Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
205 SE Spokane, Suite 100
Portland, Oregon 97202
Telephone: 503-595-3100
Fax: 503-595-3232
Original Message
From: Herman Savikko r mailto:herman_savikko@fishgame.state.ak.us 1
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 11:24 AM
To: Sharon Perkins; Teresa Fair child
8/26/2009
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Cc: Sue Aspelund
Subject: Senate Seat Open
Hello Ladies,
Could you please remind me again how I go about having the
Commissioner's Seat from Alaska that is the legislative seat re-filled?
Senator Ben Stevens held that chair and he did not run for reelection.
Beautifully clear and a whopping 4 degrees out in Juneau today. You
should be here!
Thanks,
Herman
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 5:45 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: ADN BLOG
FYI - Sent from Heather Brakes in Gene Therriault's office.
Mike
From: Heather Brakes [mailto:Heather_Brakes@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 4:16 PM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; Mike Tibbies; Christopher Clark
Subject: ADN BLOG
Helping hands
Posted: March 8, 2007 - 2:09 pm
Remember the state senators who were disappointed about having to foot their own bill to the
annual Energy Council conference in Washington, D.C.?
Well, a talk show radio host heard their story and offered to help them out to the tune of $500
each. Mike Porcaro of station KENI-AM in Anchorage had some of the boys from the Senate
minority - Sens. Gene Therriault, Tom Wagoner and Fred Dyson - on a show last week and
pledged to help them fund their transportation costs to the oil and gas fest. Sure enough, the radio
host confirmed earlier this week to the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner that he had signed off and sent
each of them a check.
In a press conference call this morning, Therriault said he and his colleagues were in DC
to spread the news about Gov. Palin's new AGIA bill on the gas pipeline and reassure the
nation that Alaska was serious about getting its natural gas to market. He said he's been
meeting with representatives from pipeline regulator FERC and other federal and state
representatives to explain how the Legislature in Juneau will be tackling AGIA to get it worked and
passed this session.
In the kudos for the Daily News department - Therriault said he's been explaining the differences
between the Murkowski plan and Palin's AGIA legislation using a diagram and chart published with
last Saturday's Daily News story on the bill's introduction.
Thanks for making us look good, senators.
Therriault and the Senate minority gang are attending the conference with several other Alaskan
legislators from both chambers. They return next week to get started on the first AGIA hearings,
among other things.
add new comment
Heather Brakes, Staff to Senator Gene Therriault
Senate Republican Minority Leader
Senate District F
465.4916, Capitol Rm 427
www.aksenateminority.com
8/28/2009
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 8:34 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR)
Subject: FW: Press contact from Matthew Dalton, Dow Jones News
Just to keep you in the loop.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Giguere, Lynda [mailto:Lynda_Giguere@dec.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 8:08 AM
To: Press Contacts
Cc: Balash, Joseph R (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon Leighow
Subject: Press contact from Matthew Dalton, Dow Jones News
From: Giguere, Lynda
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 7:18 AM
To: matthew.dalton@dowjones.com
Cc: Giguere, Lynda
Subject:
Mr. Dalton,
To our knowledge, the FBI is not investigating senior DEC political appointees
concerning allegations they punished regulators for being tough on the oil industry.
Rather, the FBI as part of the Federal Grand Jury investigation of BP's actions on the
North Slope has interviewed past and current DEC employees concerning BP's North
Slope oil spills.
DEC is prohibited from discussing the content of Susan Harvey's personnel records
because they are confidential under state law. See Alaska Statute 39.25.080.
Lynda Giguere
11/10/2009
PRA GSP01 0000585
Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan stapteton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 1 0:55 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us
Cc: tibbles@alaska.net; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W
(GOV)
Subject: RE: Wolves
Channel 2 would like an interview on helicopters hovering over the wolves.
Ideally, Channel 2 would like to speak with the Governor. The other option
might be for McAllister to interview someone in Juneau about it - or if
there is another suggestion for Anchorage. Worst case, Jason Moore would
interview me.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 10:12 AM
To : denby_lloyd@f ishgame . state . ak . us
Cc: tibbles@alaska.net; meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us;
sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ; mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us ;
j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: FW: Wolves
Sorry Denby - forgot to cc the boss on this!
PRA GSP01 0000586
Sarah Palin
Original Message-
Subject: Wolves
I didn't know daily news was already publishing on wolves. Bottom line: state
helicopters should be last resort, they're expensive and take opportunity
from locals.
We need to pay for locals' fuel, bounty on predators, etc. Until
these offers are exhausted we need more aggressive pursuit of incentives
provided to those most affected by the predator problem.
Also, curious as to why Board passes buck to governor on this one but not
other biological management decisions? Makes it political .
We have to act quickly on this as predators are acting quickly and rural
families face ridiculous situation of being forced to import more beef
instead of feeding their families our healthy staple of alaskan game.
Nonsense. Unacceptable - and not on my watch.
Todd interviewed buddies who live out there... Some confirmation that state
intervention isn't first choice w/the locals. But we need to incentivize
here. $ for trappers included.
Sarah Palin
Mike
PRA GSP01 0000587
From: Heather Brakes [mailto:Heather_Brakes@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 4:16 PM
To: john_bitney@gov. state. ak. us; Mike Tibbies; Christopher Clark
Subject: ADN BLOG
Helping hands
Posted: March 8, 2007 - 2:09 pm
Remember the state senators who were disappointed about having to foot their
own bill to the annual Energy Council conference in Washington, D.C.?
Well, a talk show radio host heard their story and offered to help them out
to the tune of $500 each. Mike Porcaro of station KENI-AM in Anchorage had
some of the boys from the Senate minority - Sens. Gene Therriault, Tom
Wagoner and Fred Dyson - on a show last week and pledged to help them fund
their transportation costs to the oil and gas fest. Sure enough, the radio
host confirmed earlier this week to the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner that he
had signed off and sent each of them a check.
In a press conference call this morning, Therriault said he and his
colleagues were in DC to spread the news about Gov. Palin's new AGIA bill on
the gas pipeline and reassure the nation that Alaska was serious about
getting its natural gas to market. He said he's been meeting with
representatives from pipeline regulator FERC and other federal and state
representatives to explain how the Legislature in Juneau will be tackling
AGIA to get it worked and passed this session.
3
PRA GSP01 0000588
In the kudos for the Daily News department - Therriault said he's been
explaining the differences between the Murkowski plan and Palin's AGIA
legislation using a diagram and chart published with last Saturday's Daily
News story on the bill's introduction.
Thanks for making us look good, senators.
Therriault and the Senate minority gang are attending the conference with
several other Alaskan legislators from both chambers. They return next week
to get started on the first AGIA hearings, among other things.
add new <http: //community. adn. com/?q=adn/comment/reply/105829#comment>
comment
Heather Brakes, Staff to Senator Gene Therriault
Senate Republican Minority Leader
Senate District F
465.4916, Capitol Rm 427
www . aksenateminority . com
PRA GSP01 0000589
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 9:39 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Meghan N Stapieton; Sharon W Leighow; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: RE: MEA Board Ballot
It's one controversy after another w/MEA. . .
I'm asking meg to consider all this as we craft appropriate speech for next week. I see
they've advertised the heck out of this annual mtg.w/the glossy inserts in the paper even
today. Hopefully MEA isn't successful in convincing folks that I embrace their
controveries by my agreeing to be keynote speaker.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye"<ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us>
To : " ' Sarah Palin ' " <gov . sarah@yahoo . com=»
Sent: 3/9/07 7:46 AM
Subject: MEA Board Ballot
I think I heard you were going to the MEA annual meeting. This may come up.
Although, come to think of it, you're probably reading the hard copy today.
Just incase.
http : //www. frontiersman. com/articles/2007/03/09/news/news2 . txt
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
PRA GSP01 0000590
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-81X0 fax
PRA GSP01 0000591
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09 , 2007 2.47 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Lt Gov
Governor,
Do you want Sean to serve on Faith Based and Community Initiatives and also the Clemency Advisory Board?
He's interested on serving on both. The last It. gov served on both, but it's up to your discretion.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
PRA GSP01 0000592
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 7:46 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: MEA Board Ballot
I think I heard you were going to the MEA annual meeting. This may come up. Although, come to think of it,
you're probably reading the hard copy today. Just incase...
http://www.frontiersman.com/articles/2007/03/09/news/news2.txt
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
PRA GSP01 0000593
Page 1 of 1
Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 5:09 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: WAR
Boss,
Wayne Anthony Ross is trying to get in touch with you. I am sure it is in regards to Privileged or Personal Mater
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Rec( It sounds like the ear will have something on this sunaay. we may even see
more on this later. Her approach is just confirmation that the decision was correct. You may run into WAR
tonight but otherwise, I wanted to make sure you had the latest.
Mike
From: Anna Kim [mailto:anna_kim@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 4:46 PM
To: 'Mike Tibbies'
Subject: FW: Info for Sarah
Mike not sure where this is headed.
Anna
Anna Kim, Special Staff Assistant
Office of the Governor
From: Wayne Anthony Ross [mailto:waralaska@alaska.com]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 4:30 PM
To: Kim, Anna
Subject: Info for Sarah
Anna: Would you please have Sarah call me? There are some problems with the Department of Law which she
needs to know about and which I would rather not put in writing. I can be reached as follows:
Before 6PM today at 276-5307 or
After 9:30PM this evening at 346-2697 or
Before 9:30AM on Saturday morning at 346-2697 or
After 7PM on Sunday evening at 346-2697 or
Monday at 276-5307.
Probably the sooner, the better.
Thanks Anna!
WAR
8/24/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 2:12 PM
To: Sarah Palin; govpalin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Track
Governor,
Do you have a specific day in mind for the tour and introduction on the House Floor? Bill's staff through out
Monday as a suggestion, but it's up to Track and Britta.
Have fun tonight...
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/24/2009
PRA GSP01 0000595
Page 1 of 1
Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 7:46 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: MEA Board Ballot
I think I heard you were going to the MEA annual meeting. This may come up. Although, come to think of it,
you're probably reading the hard copy today. Just incase...
http://www.frontiersman.com/articles/2007/03/09/news/news2.txt
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/25/2009
PRA GSP01 0000596
Page 1 of 1
Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 2:47 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; "Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Lt Gov
Governor,
Do you want Sean to serve on Faith Based and Community Initiatives and also the Clemency Advisory Board?
He's interested on serving on both. The last It. gov served on both, but it's up to your discretion.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/25/2009
PRA GSP01 0000597
Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Friday, March 09, 2007 2:39 PM
Sarah Patin
FW: Predescessor
FYI - I thought you should know that we are proceeding with a change in the Criminal
Division of the Dept. of Law. As expected, it is sensitive situation that may become
public.
Mike
Original Message
From: Talis Colberg [mailto:Talis.Colberg@law.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 1:07 PM
To: Richard Svobodny
Subject: Predescessor
Dear Mr. Svobodny,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
'rivileged or Perse
Thank-you for your efforts. Talis Colberg
PRA GSP01 0000598
Page 1 of 1
Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 5:16 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Bob Penny
Boss,
A small number of individuals have called into Mike Nizich today complaining that we did not check with them
personally before appointing Larry Edfelt. Bob Penny is one of those individuals. I hear that he may be at your
table tonight so I wanted to make sure you received a warning. We did check with a number of groups including
AOC and received many positive recommendations.
Bob is also claiming that Larry is not a sport fisherman. Although he did work a while back as deputy director of
commercial fisheries, he has spent many years and is known for being a sport fishing guide in Juneau.
If you really need some ammunition, you can ask him about
consideration.
Mike
Privileged otand let him know he is receiving serious
8/31/2009
PRA GSP01 0000599
Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Alright, thanks.
Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Friday, March 09, 2007 2:34 PM
Sarah Palin
RE:
Privileged l on A ^ Workforce Investment Board
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 9:23 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: RE:
Privileged Of on AK Workforce Investment Board
Tibs told me abou t him, so i'm glad we didn't move forward ... Pis look at
Privileged or Personal instead
Privileged
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye" <ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us>
To: "'Sarah Palin"' <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>; "govpalin@gov. state. ak. us"
<govpalin@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc: "'Michael Tibbies'" <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>; "'John Bitney'
< j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us>
Sent: 3/8/07 3:47 PM
Subject: Privileged or on AK Workforce Investment Board
Governor Palin,
When you have a minute I need to fill you in on
Privileged or Personal Material F
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileg
I can better explain via telephone
PRA GSP01 0000600
Ivy Frye
Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
ivy_f rye@gov . state . a k. us
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
PRA GSP01 0000601
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, March 1 0, 2007 1 1 ;38 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: Lt Gov
Sounds good if he really wants to!
And would tuesday be good for the kids page-for-a-day gig?
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye" <ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us>
To: "'Sarah Palin' " <govpalin@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Michael Tibbies'"
<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
Sent: 3/9/07 2:47 PM
Subject: Lt Gov
Governor,
Do you want Sean to serve on Faith Based and Community Initiatives and also
the Clemency Advisory Board? He's interested on serving on both. The last
lt. gov served on both, but it's up to your discretion.
Thanks ,
Ivy Frye
PRA GSP01 0000602
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
PRA GSP01 0000603
Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 1 0, 2007 1 1 :30 AM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Subject: RE: Wolves
Excellent - thnks so much for everything!
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From : "Denby Lloyd" <denby_lloyd@f ishgame . state . ak . us>
To : " ' Sarah Palin 1 " <gov . sarahOyahoo . com>
Cc: tibbles@alaska.net; meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us; sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us;
mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us ; j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us
Sent: 3/9/07 6:34 PM
Subject: RE: Wolves
Thanks Governor. We agree that state employee/helicopter intervention
should be a last resort. We're investigating options for incentives: fuel
reimbursement, harvest dividends, etc.
It is unfortunate that this has focused on you. I'd like to shift the focus
back onto the department.
DL.
Denby s. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
PRA GSP01 0000604
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 10:12 AM
To : denby_lloyd@f ishgame . state . ak. us
Cc: tibbles@alaska.net; meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us;
sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ; mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us ;
j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: FW: Wolves
Sorry Denby - forgot to cc the boss on this !
Sarah Palin
Original Message-
Subject: Wolves
I didn't know daily news was already publishing on wolves. Bottom line: state
helicopters should be last resort, they're expensive and take opportunity
from locals.
We need to pay for locals' fuel, bounty on predators, etc. Until
these offers are exhausted we need more aggressive pursuit of incentives
provided to those most affected by the predator problem.
Also, curious as to why Board passes buck to governor on this one but not
other biological management decisions? Makes it political .
We have to act quickly on this as predators are acting quickly and rural
families face ridiculous situation of being forced to import more beef
instead of feeding their families our healthy staple of alaskan game.
Nonsense. Unacceptable - and not on my watch.
PRA GSP01 0000605
Todd interviewed buddies who live out there... Some confirmation that state
intervention isn't first choice w/the locals. But we need to incentivize
here. $ for trappers included.
Sarah Pal in
Mike
From: Heather Brakes [mailto:Heather_Brakes@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 4:15 PM
To: john_bitney@gov. state. ak. us; Mike Tibbies; Christopher Clark
Subject: ADN BLOG
Helping hands
Posted: March 8, 2007 - 2:09 pm
Remember the state senators who were disappointed about having to foot their
own bill to the annual Energy Council conference in Washington, D.C.?
well, a talk show radio host heard their story and offered to help them out
to the tune of $500 each. Mike Porcaro of station KENI-AM in Anchorage had
3
PRA GSP01 0000606
some of the boys from the Senate minority - Sens. Gene Therriault, Tom
Wagoner and Fred Dyson - on a show last week and pledged to help them fund
their transportation costs to the oil and gas fest. Sure enough, the radio
host confirmed earlier this week to the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner that he
had signed off and sent each of them a check.
In a press conference call this morning, Therriault said he and his
colleagues were in DC to spread the news about Gov. Palin's new AGIA bill on
the gas pipeline and reassure the nation that Alaska was serious about
getting its natural gas to market. He said he's been meeting with
representatives from pipeline regulator FERC and other federal and state
representatives to explain how the Legislature in Juneau will be tackling
AGIA to get it worked and passed this session.
In the kudos for the Daily News department - Therriault said he's been
explaining the differences between the Murkowski plan and Palin's AGIA
legislation using a diagram and chart published with last Saturday's Daily
News story on the bill's introduction.
Thanks for making us look good, senators.
Therriault and the Senate minority gang are attending the conference with
several other Alaskan legislators from both chambers. They return next week
to get started on the first AGIA hearings, among other things.
add new <http : //community . adn . com/?q=adn/comment/reply/10582 9#comment>
comment
PRA GSP01 0000607
Heather Brakes, Staff to Senator Gene Therriault
Senate Republican Minority Leader
Senate District F
465.4916, Capitol Rm 427
www . aksenateminority . com
PRA GSP01 0000608
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 1 1 , 2007 3:22 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A
(GOV)
Subject: Re: Compass piece
Megan: I don't know if our folks had anything else they wanted to tweak for print version, but if
there's nothing else to add (to more fully explain the $500 match) then I'm good to go with the tv
version turned into a print version. I'll cc the others to ask their input. (I don't know if I ever saw
Bruce's print version - would you send it to me again?)
thanks Meg!
and I think the Anch. Assembly's idea on resollution is excellent. We'd be thrilled to have their
support.
thanks! and thanks for all the Fairbanks work this weekend too. It went well.
MEA will be a huge challenge next week. It's tough to guess everyone's motives in that arena.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
Did you want the gasline piece that you, Irwin, and Rutherford rewrote for television
to be the print version as well? Or can I use Bruce's version for the print version?
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
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907.321.4975 c
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From: Sarah Palin tgov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 1 1 , 2007 5:09 PM
To: Notti; Emil R (CED)
Subject: Fwd: Hooper Bay water
Hello Commisioner Notti:
Sean Parnell and I want to help in Hooper Bay as they seek community water. We're asking
Karen Rehfeld to ask Village Safe Water where the state or federal govt are on this issue.
Just to keep you in the loop!
Note: forwarded message attached.
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From: Hartig, Larry [larry_hartig@dec.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, March 1 1 , 2007 8:28 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Easton; Dan (DEC); Ryan; Kristin J (DEC)
Subject: RE: dot
Mike,
I am in Seattle in meetings with EPA through Tuesday morning. I'll be back in Juneau on Tuesday
afternoon. As you probably already know, Kristin Ryan, our Director of Environmental Health, is very
familiar with the Fox Spring water well and can provide whatever help and information is needed from
DEC on this.
Larry
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sun 3/11/2007 5:59 PM
To: Mike Tibbies
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: dot
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
who could work with Meg to get her more info on a clarifying statement?
Mike Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin"
To: "Mike Tibbies"
Cc: "Leo Von Scheben" ; "Lawrence L Hartig" ; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us;
karen_rehfeld@gov.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Sent: 3/11/07 3:15 PM
Subject: RE: dot
Some folks testified that they get their water only at the Fox springs and now don't know
what they'll do for water.
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Mike Tibbies wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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From: Mike Tibbies [mikeJibbles@gov.state.ak.usl
Sent: Sunday, March 1 1 , 2007 5:22 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: dot
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: "Mike Tibbies" <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us >
Cc: "Leo Von Scheben" <leo_vonscheben@dot . state. ak.us>; "Lawrence L Hartig"
<larry_hartig@dec . state . ak . us> ; j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us ;
karen_rehfeld@gov. state. ak. us; meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us;
sharon_leighow@gov. state . ak . us
Sent: 3/11/07 3:15 PM
Subject: RE: dot
Some folks testified that they get their water only at the Fox springs and now don't know
what they'll do for water.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Mike Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us> wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, March 1 1 ,"2007 6:41 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: dot
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: "Mike Tibbies" <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us >
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us ; sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak .us
Sent: 3/11/07 5:59 PM
Subject: RE: dot
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
who could work with Meg to get her more info on a clarifying statement?
Mike Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us > wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
— --Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin"
To: "Mike Tibbies"
Cc: "Leo Von Scheben" ; "Lawrence L Hartig" ,• john_bitney@gov. state. ak. us;
karen__rehf eldogov. state . ak . us ; meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us ;
sharon_leighow@gov .state . ak . us
Sent: 3/11/07 3:15 PM
Sub j ect : RE : dot
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Some folks testified that they get their water only at the Fox springs and now don't know
what they'll do for water.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Mike Tibbies wrote:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, March 1 1 , 2007 5: 1 8 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin*
Subject: FW: thank you
Nice job, governor! You picked some great board members. I hope you made it back to
town — the weather is ridiculous.
Any day you want the tour/introduction/guest page gig for Track and Britta will be fine.
Original Message
From: Cathy Giessel [mailto:cgiessel@mac.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2007 12:45 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: thank you
Ivy
I just wanted to let you know what GREAT additions Joanne Smith and
Beth Farnstrom are to the Board of Nursing! They joined us for the
first time at our meeting last week in Juneau. Both of these women
contributed valuable input and insight, even at their first meeting!
I am truly looking forward to their contributions in the future.
Thanks so much for the great choices in appointments.
Cathy Giessel, MS, RN, ANP, FAANP
Alaska Board of Nursing
chair
cgiessel@mac . com
home 907 345 5470
cell 907 242 5450
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 9:17 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: FW: thank you
you gave her the insurance adjusters position on a board, i thought.
she's married to JD Daniels, who is VP of Northern Adjusters. I'm sure you talked to her, as JD
stopped me at the ball to explain their reasons for not being allowed, legally, to let Susan accept
the position
Ivy Frye <ivyJrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Hmm. I don't know Susan Daniels. She's not in our database. Thanks for the heads up.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com3
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 7:27 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: FW: thank you
Great! thanks
Also, did you know Susan Daniels can't take the board position we gave her, due to
conflict of interest? They researched it, found it couldn't work... did she notify you of
that? Maybe you told me already and I forgot?
Ivy Frye <hyJrye@gov.state.ak.us>VMQtQ\
Nice job, governor! You picked some great board members. I hope you made
it back to town~the weather is ridiculous.
Any day you want the tour/introduction/guest page gig for Track and Britta
will be fine.
Original Message
From: Cathy Giessel [mailto:cgiessel@mac.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2007 12:45 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: thank you
Ivy
I just wanted to let you know what GREAT additions Joanne Smith and
Beth Farnstrom are to the Board of Nursing! They joined us for the
first time at our meeting last week in Juneau. Both of these women
contributed valuable input and insight, even at their first meeting!
I am truly looking forward to their contributions in the future.
Thanks so much for the great choices in appointments.
Cathy Giessel, MS, RN, ANP, FAANP
Alaska Board of Nursing
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chair
cgiessel@mac.com
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cell 907 242 5450
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 7:27 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Re: FW: thank you
Great! thanks
Also, did you know Susan Daniels can't take the board position we gave her, due to conflict of
interest? They researched it, found it couldn't work... did she notify you of that? Maybe you told
me already and I forgot?
Ivy Frye <ivyJrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Nice job, governor! You picked some great board members. I hope you made
it back to town-the weather is ridiculous.
Any day you want the tour/introduction/guest page gig for Track and Britta
will be fine.
Original Message
From: Cathy Giessel [mailto:cgiessel@mac.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2007 12:45 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: thank you
Ivy
I just wanted to let you know what GREAT additions Joanne Smith and
Beth Farnstrom are to the Board of Nursing! They joined us for the
first time at our meeting last Week in Juneau. Both of these women
contributed valuable input and insight, even at their first meeting!
I am truly looking forward to their contributions in the future.
Thanks so much for the great choices in appointments.
Cathy Giessel, MS, RN, ANP, FAANP
Alaska Board of Nursing
chair
cgiessel@mac.com
home 907 345 5470
cell 907 242 5450
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 7:16 AM
To: Hartig; Lawrence L (DEC)
Cc: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: RE: Hooper Bay water
Thank you!
"Hartig, Larry" <larry_hartig@decstate.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
I'll have our Village Safe Water staff provide a summary of the history the Hooper Bay
community water system and what options we see to address the community's concerns.
Larry Hartig
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sun 3/11/2007 3:51 PM
To: karen_rehfeld@gov.state.ak.us; Hartig, Larry; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Hooper Bay water
The Lt. Gov. and I are curious re: Hooper Bay community water. We want to help. For
background, here's an excerpt from Sean's and my email exchange discussing our intent
to help in that community:
"I asked what was needed in Hooper Bay to take the next step in building that
community... His response was immediate, "They need running water," he said.
Franklin (Graham) said the state and federal government's approach to building pieces
of the water system across a lot of years actually demoralizes people because they see
something coming but it is demoralizing to have the project repeatedly put on hold. I
think it might be a good first step to ask Karen Rehfeld to have one of her budget
analysts look at what's been funded and installed in Hooper Bay to date; what, if
anything is in next year's capital budget, and see what can be done to step it up and
complete it in the next year or two. (The cost could be outrageous, but it is worth a
look.) Also, I think we need to get out there since we missed the trip last month. It feels
like the door of hope was opened a bit by Samaritan's Purse getting these kids building
the houses with adults — community building, looking beyond themselves. Maybe we
can push the door open wider with running water sooner rather than later."
Karen - do you have any info, on this?
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 1 2, 2007 7:2 1 AM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Washington, DC
Thanks so much.
And I'll put a bug in others' ears re: more AGIA info for your trip. I'll have them use your
sr parnell@gov.state.ak.us account.
Best of everything on your trip!
S R Parnell <srjparneU@gov.state.ak.uS> wrote:
Great, thanks (re Hooper Bay water)!
Off to DC tomorrow morning. (Lt. Governors' Association meetings and
that gasline meeting with Drue's people-still haven't received
anything from Marty or Pat, but will keep trying.)
I should still be connected via email and cellphone (^Privileged or I).
Meetings also scheduled with Katz, Sen. Lisa, and Sen. Ted. Don's
office apparently never got back with us on our request for a meeting.
Not sure what happened there.
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin
Date: Sunday, March 11, 2007 5:07 pm
Subject: we'll get Hooper Bay info soon
To: Sean Parnell
> Lt. Gov:
>
> (From Karen Rehfeld):
> "Governor. I know that the folks at village safe water could
> give us some background on the community water. They were very
> involved in accelerating the completion of the school and teacher
> housing after the fire. I can get some information from Dan easton
> tomorrow for you. Karen"
>
> thanks!
>
>
>
>
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 7:24 AM
To: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Anders; Bruce F (DNR); Patrick S Galvin; Stapleton;
Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: Parnell's visit to DC
Sean's headed out the door to DC and still needs AGIA info for his follow up meetings - if you
could send him additional info his address is sr parneIl@gov.state.ak.us .
He'd appreciate anything and everything we could provide him as he attends his Lt. Gov conf.
and meets with our delegation and others in DC.
Thanks!
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 9:22 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: FW: thank you
sounds good
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.afc.us> wrote:
You're right. I talked to her about Workers' Comp but she said she couldn't do it. We went with
Gloria O'Neil instead.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 9:17 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: RE: FW: thank you
you gave her the insurance adjusters position on a board, i thought,
she's married to JD Daniels, who is VP of Northern Adjusters. I'm sure you talked to her,
as JD stopped me at the ball to explain their reasons for not being allowed, legally, to let
Susan accept the position
Ivy Frye <iyy_frye@gov.state.akus> wrote:
Hmm. I don't know Susan Daniels. She's not in our database. Thanks for the heads
up.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 7:27 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: FW: thank you
Great! thanks
Also, did you know Susan Daniels can't take the board position we gave her, due
to conflict of interest? They researched it, found it couldn't work... did she notify
you of that? Maybe you told me already and I forgot?
Ivy Frye <ivyJfrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Nice job, governor! You picked some great board members. I hope you
made
it back to town-the weather is ridiculous.
Any day you want the tour/introduction/guest page gig for Track and
Britta
will be fine.
Original Message
From: Cathy Giessel [mailto:cgiessel@mac.com]
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Sent: Sunday, March 1 1, 2007 12:45 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: thank you
[vy
[just wanted to let you know what GREAT additions Joanne Smith and
Beth Farnstrom are to the Board of Nursing! They joined us for the
first time at our meeting last week in Juneau. Both of these women
contributed valuable input and insight, even at their first meeting!
[ am truly looking forward to their contributions in the future.
Thanks so much for the great choices in appointments.
Cathy Giessel, MS, RN, ANP, FAANP
Alaska Board of Nursing
chair
cgiessel@mac.com
home 907 345 5470
cell 907 242 5450
Food fight? Enjoy some healthy debate
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From: S R Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 8:10 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Ted & Don meeting Tuesday
I found out that Don Young will join my meeting with Ted tomorrow
afternoon (Eastern time) . Any messages you want me to specifically
carry?? Gasline or otherwise... Sean
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 8:43 PM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Re: Traveling issues
Holy moly... those are all outlandish rumors. I think Justin likes to stir it up, as information is
power for the guys on the hill. His information happens to be all wrong tho.
I had a good conversation with Ted S. and George Lowe when I was in DC and told them I
support Ted (I also talked to Catherine Stevens on my visit), so Justin is a few weeks off there.
Ted was appreciative that I could reassure him that my plate was full as Governor and I was not
planning a Senate run.
Crazy talk about me recruiting anyone to run against Don. Totally not true.
And Carl, even, is so totally off base about MidAmerican and any "deal cut". It's not true.
These guys are giving me way too much credit - like I have my schedule so under control that I
have time to conjure up more issues to tackle such as the ones Justin mentioned!
As for your meeting with Don and Ted - 1 just really hope they remember that I am committed to
fairness and transparency with AGIA... that we realize how important the gasline is... and that we
want Alaska to become more self-sufficient and self-sustaining - one way to do that is to see that
the gasline is built. We will not be so reliant on the feds, then we won't be pressuring Don and
Ted for $$$ to the degree we've always done in the past. And hopefully they'll know that Exxon
does not have to be such stinkers to us in the press - that Exxon has a duty to develop, etc.
Have a great trip!
S R Parnell <sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Hi,
I flew through Seattle and ran into Justin Steifel. He asked where I
was headed and I told him, and also told him I'd be speaking with the
congressional delegation. Since he's now lobbying on the Hill I asked
him what Stevens, Young and Murkowski each had on their plates in DC--
so I could be better prepared for the meetings.
When we got to the discussion on Sen. Stevens, Justin indicated that
the Senator was entirely focused on re-election, that he was concerned
about you running against him, that Young was concerned you were
actively working to recruit Jim Whitaker to run against Young... he
indicated that most of these theories are cooked up by Congressional
staff. I told him that those were outlandish theories! !
Next, I forgot to tell you what I heard at the Inaugural Ball. Carl
Marrs pulled me aside and told me that the reason Exxon has been
nasty in the press lately toward us is because they believe you have
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cut a deal with MidAmerican. Carl says he knows that's not true
because of his sources into MidAmerican-and I assured him that
wouldn't be consistent with who you are.
Amazing and ill-informed stuff, but all are items you should know are
lurking in the background.
Sean
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From: Ivy Frye [ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 7:38 PM
To: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'; Bitney; John W (GOV)
Subject: NPFMC press release
The nominations were selected today for NPFMC. Feel free to make any changes. I didn't point out who
the top two nominations for each seat are. Instead, I listed them all collectively. The top choices are
Privileged or Personal Material but again I don't know if we want to point that out.
For Doug Hoedel's seat:
Duncan Fields
Gale Vick
Jeff Stephan
For Stephanie Madsen's seat:
Beth Stewart
Nancy Munro
Sam Cotton
Thanks everybody,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 11:14 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Mills; Andy J (GOV); Bluhm; Jason R (GOV)
Subject: RE: website
That is a priority and the guys are working on it. We're also reworking your website so that
it is more appealing, informative, interactive, etc.
Meghan N, Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 11:05 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: website
do we have any new photos to start displaying on website? seems most of them are from
december?
Meghan Stapleton <tneghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Your thoughts...
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Carolyn K. Robinson [mailto:carolyn@sprocketheads.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 10:15 AM
To: Meg
Subject: Gov/Transformers
Meg,
Governor Palin called Ian Bryce (Producer - Transformers) this morning but didn't leave a return telephone number. Is she
going to call again or may I pass on a telephone number so he may call her? If I pass on a # please ensure whomever answers the
telephone knows Ian is a VVIP. Also, since we are looking to shoot on the 19th or 20th Governor Palin may want to extend an
invitation for dinner at the Mansion as is customary with other states.
THANK YOU.
Carolyn
Carolyn K. Robinson
Executive Producer
SprocketHeads, LLC
2907 Iris Drive
Anchorage, AK 99517 USA
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(907) 248-4829/(907) 248-0239 F
carolyn@sprocketheads.com
www.sprocketheads.com
www.aleutstory.tv
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 4:12 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FW: Governor on Port Authority
Importance: High
Can you help?
And just to be clear, the original response was sent following input from you (Governor),
Galvin, Bruce, Irwin, and Balash (at a minimum). That's when I thought it was okay to
send.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
From: Rod Boyce [mailto:rboyce@newsminer.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 4:05 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Re: Governor on Port Authority
Hi Meg,
I have two follow-up questions that stem from the governor's response to my earlier query about the
port authority's 2005 advertisement:
1. The governor suggests in her previous response that other entities might have a better gas line
proposal than what the port authority has put forward. Presumably that would have been the case in
2005 as well. So why did the governor endorse the statement in the May 2005 newspaper ad?
2. The governor says in her response that the port authority was the only entity "with terms available
to the public." How was it wise to make such a strong statement of support for the port authority's
proposal in the absence of information about other proposals?
Thanks much.
Rod Boyce
News-Miner
459-7575
On 3/7/07 12:31 PM, "Meghan Stapleton" <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Rod,
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Regarding the full-page ad from 2005, the following statement is from the Governor:
"Because of the secretive nature of the Murkowski / producer process, at the time of the ads,
the Port Authority proposal was the only one with terms available to the public. Thankfully,
conditions have changed so radically since then, I no longer agree with the statement. COULD
the Port authority end up with the best plan? Possibly ~ we need the competitive process to
determine that. With a competitive AGIA as our vehicle, as opposed to a take-it-or-leave-it
SGDA negotiation with only one party, it would not only be premature, but counter to Alaska's
interests, for any conjecture on which applicant or set of applicants will assemble the best
overall project. I will not do that."
As a point of clarification, Governor Palin was not Mayor in 2005.
Thanks a bunch for this opportunity and for your time in Fairbanks with our gasline team.
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
11/10/2009
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From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 10:07 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; 'Janice Mason'; denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Interview with Governor
Janice,
Per our conversation, could you please make sure that the Mike knows it would be best if the
Commissioner and the Governor also talk through some of the issues highlighted below - that will
be part of the Thursday interview with IntraFish Media:
I don't have any questions prepared yet, but generally I want to know what she has planned for the seafood
industry in the way of state support, what safeguards there will be to protect seafood sector as Alaska expands its
oil and gas drilling, her opinion on open-ocean aquaculture and whether there is a place in Alaska for aquaculture,
whether she supports efforts to boost Alaska's shellfish farming segment and how she will do that, her
background coming from a salmon fishing family, her level of support for ASMI and how much money the state
will give the agency, does she think there is anything the state can do to help protect against fraudulent use of
name of Alaska on seafood not caught in Alaska, stuff like that. Also, we will need some photos of her, preferably
one of her in some sort of seafood setting, ie. handling fish or speaking with seafood industry execs; if not,
whatever you can give us. Photos need to be 1 megabyte in size and jpeg format if possible.
Also, would like to schedule a meeting with Anchorage Daily News' Wesley Loy between the two
since he's been asking for awhile now. He'll be looking for more policy at this point, but some more
generic questions would include:
I'd like to sound her out on a few major issues of high interest to fishing people including the
proposed Pebble mine, offshore oil and gas leasing in Bristol Bay, and the trend toward
"rationalizing" fisheries. That is, dividing open fisheries into individual catch shares for fishermen.
How will the new administration work with respect to fish? For instance, past governors including
Wally Hickel appointed fishery advisers with ready access to the governor. Will this continue?
I'd like to hear some elaboration on this statement from Gov. Palin's State of the State address:
"So, sub-cabinets will be established and existing cabinet goals will be amended. Let me give an
example: We have a Fish Cabinet and basically what it's done is simply 'distribute grants." It'll now
work with Labor and Workforce Development to create new ideas on everything from employment
opportunities to new seafood marketing initiatives."
Finally, I might ask about her general philosophy on state budgeting, and the implications for
funding Department of Fish and Game research and management.
Thanks,
Meg
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy FryeJlvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.usJ
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 8:39 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: Board of Fish
Governor Palin,
I've attached the applicant background list, endorser list, and [Privileged orP^ s resume. [Privileged orP| from
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
were other names we were considering.
Privileged
is supported by (20 total):
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Hope this helps.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/31/2009
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Unknown
From: Jackson, Karieen [/0=HSS/OU=JNU1PO/CN=DAS/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=KJACKSON]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 9:57 AM
To: Palin; Sarah H (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Kim; Anna C (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N
(GOV); John W. Bitney
Cc: 2008051 5kkjackson_A; 200809 1 5shill_A; Hogan; William H (HSS)
Subject: RE: Letter re: your help for services to seniors in Alaska
Governor -
This is exactly the kind of issue that the Health Care Strategies Council will be addressing. Every health
and social service provider group in the state has and will be making a case to you and our legislators for why
their rates have not been adequately raised during the past 3-10 years. Without a thorough analysis of the cost
and compensation for each component of the entire system of care, we will have unintended consequences for
the state if we make changes based on isolated advice.
Karieen
From: Connie Sipe [mailto:csipe@cfc.org]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 9:43 AM
To: Sarah_Palin@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Karleen_Jackson@health.state.ak.us
Subject: Letter re: your help for services to seniors in Alaska
Dear Governor Palin:
Attached is a letter from three Alaskan businesses— one for profit, two not for profit community agencies— whose
PRIMARY mission is care of Alaskans who are elderly or disabled. We urgently ask for your careful consideration
of the budget crisis we discuss in our letter.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Connie J. Sipe
Executive Director
Center for Community
907-747-6960 ext. 32 fax: 907-747-4868
csipe@cfc.org
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 8:07 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: FW: thank you
Hmm. I don't know Susan Daniels. She's not in our database. Thanks for the heads up.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 7:27 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: FW: thank you
Great! thanks
Also, did you know Susan Daniels can't take the board position we gave her, due to conflict of interest?
They researched it, found it couldn't work... did she notify you of that? Maybe you told me already and I
forgot?
Ivy Frye <ivyJrye@gov.state.aLus> wrote:
Nice job, governor! You picked some great board members. I hope you made
it back to town--the weather is ridiculous.
Any day you want the tour/introduction/guest page gig for Track and Britta
will be fine.
Original Message
From: Cathy Giessel [mailto:cgiessel@mac.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 1 1 , 2007 1 2 :45 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: thank you
Ivy
I just wanted to let you know what GREAT additions Joanne Smith and
Beth Farnstrom are to the Board of Nursing! They joined us for the
first time at our meeting last week in Juneau. Both of these women
contributed valuable input and insight, even at their first meeting!
I am truly looking forward to their contributions in the future.
Thanks so much for the great choices in appointments.
Cathy Giessel, MS, RN, ANP, FAANP
Alaska Board of Nursing
chair
cgiessel@mac.com
home 907 345 5470
cell 907 242 5450
8/25/2009
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Food fight? Enjoy some healthy debate
in the Yahoo! Answers Food & Drink O&A.
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 1 3, 2007 7:49 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Re: LBC--2 vacancies
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye <ivy_Jrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Tony Nakazawa has resigned from the Local Boundary Commissioner, effective April 2007. We
know have the opportunity to appoint/re-appoint a member from the 3 rd and 4 th Judicial Districts
(South Central and the Interior respectively).!^
Privileged or Personal M
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go
with Yahoo! Mail for Mobile. Get started.
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 10:56 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Re: LBC--2 vacancies
when do we plug new folks into LBC?
i am thinking [Privileged or for that int. spot perhaps
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Tony Nakazawa has resigned from the Local Boundary Commissioner, effective April 2007. We
know have the opportunity to appoint/re-appoint a member from the 3 rd and 4 lh Judicial Districts
(South Central and the Interior respectively), privileged or Personal Ma
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
TV dinner still cooling?
Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV.
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 1 3, 2007 1 1 :34 AM
To: 'Denby Lloyd'
Cc: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Mason; Janice L (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Leighow;
Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: RE: Fish Interview with Governor
Commissioner,
It appears as though one of my emails didn't make it to you - it would be great if you could
be present during Thursday's interview. With your presence there and the topic at-hand, I'd
also like to extend an invitation for a fish interview with Wesley Loy at ADN (since he asked
last December / January / and February for the same opportunity). That call could
immediately follow. Ben needs 15-20 minutes - we could give Wesley the same. The
window is from 1pm to 2pm right now - so both could comfortably fit within that time
frame.
Assuming that you both were able to tackle some of the topics below during yesterday's
meeting, if you could be at the Governor's office 10-15 minutes ahead, that would be great.
If you were unable to discuss the questions below, then I'd suggest adequate time to
discuss the questions - perhaps an hour before?
Thank you,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Denby Uoyd [mailto:denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 1 1 : 17 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'
Cc: 'Sarah Palin'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; 'Janice Mason'
Subject: RE: Interview with Governor
Meghan:
I haven't yet changed my travel arrangements to Anchorage/Kodiak for this Thursday, but I will if you and
the Governor would like me present before/during the fish interviews on Thursday. If so, what time should
I come up?
DL.
Denby S. Uoyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 1 3, 2007 1 1 : 1 2 AM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: TV Interview Tomorrow
Sharon left a message with Bill.
I'm checking in with him right now.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 10:58 AM
To: ' Meghan N Stapleton ' ; gov.sarah@yahoo.com,- mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us
Cc : sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: RE: TV Interview Tomorrow
The Governor said she could give him a few minutes after 11:30am today.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Meghan N Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 9:13 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us;
1
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kari_spencer@gov . state . ak . us
Cc : sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ; meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: TV Interview Tomorrow
Bill McAllister just called me. He was quite sick today and unable to
make it to Juneau. With the first day of AGIA hearings, he will be
covering the hearings tomorrow for his story.
However, he would love to spend a few minutes with the Governor to
talk about the first 100 days. He'll be heading in on the first
flight - so perhaps sometime between 11am and 2pm would work? It most
likely won't be a big story - overshadowed by AGIA. But it's our bill,
so that's good, too.
Governor, please let us know if we can squeeze him in. Kari, please
let us know when might be best.
Thanks ,
Meghan
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 1 0:58 AM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: TV Interview Tomorrow
The Governor said she could give him a few minutes after 11:30am today.
Kari Spencer
Governor ' s Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Meghan N stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 9:13 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; mike_tibbles@gov . state. ak. us;
kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us
Cc : sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us ; meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: TV Interview Tomorrow
Bill McAllister just called me. He was quite sick today and unable to
make it to Juneau. With the first day of AGIA hearings, he will be
covering the hearings tomorrow for his story.
However, he would love to spend a few minutes with the Governor to
talk about the first 100 days. He'll be heading in on the first
flight - so perhaps sometime between 11am and 2pm would work? It most
likely won't be a big story - overshadowed by AGIA. But it's our bill,
so that's good, too.
Governor, please let us know if we can squeeze him in. Kari, please
let us know when might be best.
Thanks ,
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Meghan
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [!vy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 7:42 AM
To: Michael Tibbies; Sarah Paiin
Subject: LBC-2 vacancies
Tony Nakazawa has resigned from the Local Boundary Commissioner, effective April 2007. We know have the
opportunity to appoint/re-appoint a m ember from the 3"* and 4 th Judicial Districts (South Central and the Interior
respectively). Privileged or Perso
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
{907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 1 3, 2007 7: 1 2 AM
To: Katz; John W (GOV); Mike Nizich
Cc: Denby Lloyd; Governor Sarah Palin; Michael Tibbies
Subject: RE: Fisheries Appointments - CONFIDENTIAL
Thank you John. I'll draft the nomination letters today and make contact with Privil regarding
resignation.
Prhletters of
From: John Katz [mailto:jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 5:56 AM
To: Mike Nizich
Cc: Denby Lloyd; Governor Sarah Palin; Ivy Frye; Michael Tibbies
Subject: Fisheries Appointments - CONFIDENTIAL
I have now heard back from the State Department in response to our inquiry
concerning appointments to the North Pacific Anadromous Fish Commission and
the Bering Sea Fisheries Advisory Board.
Privileged or Personal
should send letters of resignation to the President for the NPAFC
since the Pr esident is the appointing authority under the federal statute.
Privileged or I's resignation letter from the BSFAB should be sent to the Secretary of
State, who is the appointing authority. There are procedures if jPrivileged or (refuses
to resign, but hopefully this will not be a problem. '
In the case of the NPAFC, the Governor should recommend one person, with
resume, to the President. Regarding the BSFAB, the letter should recommend two
names for the single vacancy and that letter should be sent to the Secretary of
State. The Governor can indicate her preference, but the enabling statute requires
at least two recommendations for each vacancy.
Because the NPAFC involves the White House, there can be a considerable lapse of
time between recommendation and appointment. In these situations, the State
Department will appoint the Governor's recommended person as an alternate
pending final White House action. The replacement process for the BSFAB will go
more quickly, because only the State Department is involved.
We should copy Amanda Johnson Miller at the State Department with the
appointment packages for the two bodies. She will hel p coordinate and expedite the
appointment processes. The packages should include [Privilege d or Persorj 's letters of
resignation.
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Attached are copies of the enabling statutes and a sample letter of recommended
appointments to the BSFAB. If you need further assistance, please let me know.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is j wkatzfgialaskadc . org .
Thank you .
8/25/2009
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 13, 2008 2:57 PM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Fwd: Lee lacocca's Words - Food for Thought
Note: forwarded message attached.
6/9/2009
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Printing, GOV (GOV sponsored)
From: Eugene George Warner [gene007@ak.net]
Sent: Monday, March 1 0, 2008 7: 1 5 PM
To: Peter Dorsett
Subject: Fwd: Lee lacocca's Words - Food for Thought
WHERE HAVE
ALL THE
LEADERS
GONE?
8/10/2009
Remember Le
e Iacocciiy the
man who
rescued Chrys
ler
Corporationfr
om
its death
throes? He
has written a
new book,
and here are
some excerpts.
Lee
Iacocca Says:
'Am I the only
guy in this
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country who's
fed up with
what's
happening?
Where
the hell is our
outrage? We
should be
screaming
bloody
murder. We've
got a
gang of
clueless bozos
steering our
ship of state
right over a
cliff, we've
got corporate
gangsters
stealing us
blind, and we
can't even
clean up after
a hurricane
much less
build a hybrid
car. But
instead of
getting mad,
everyone sits
around and
nods their
heads when
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the politicians
say, 'Stay
the course 1
Stay the
course?
You've got to
be kidding.
This is
America , not
the damned
'Titanic'. I'll
give you a
sound
bite: 'Throw
all the bums
out!'
You might
think I'm
getting senile,
that I've gone
off my rocker,
and maybe
I have. But
someone has
to speak up. I
hardly
recognize this
country
anymore.
The most
famous
8/10/2009
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business
leaders are
not the
innovators but
the guys in
handcuffs.
While we're
fiddling
in Iraq ,
the Middle
East is
burning and
nobody seems
to know what
to do. And the
press is
waving 'pom-
poms' instead
of asking hard
questions.
That's not the
promise of
the 'America '
my
parents and
yours traveled
across the
ocean for. I've
had enough.
How about
you?
I'll go a step
further. You
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can't call
yourself a
patriot if
you're not
outraged. This
is a fight I'm
ready and
willing to have.
The
Biggest 'C is
Crisis !
Leaders are
made, not
born.
Leadership is
forged in
times of crisis
It's
easy to sit
there with
your feet up
on the desk
and talk
theory. Or
send
someone else's
kids off to war
when you've
never seen a
battlefield
yourself. It's
another thing
8/10/2009
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to lead when
your world
comes
tumbling
down.
On September
11, 2001, we
needed a
strong leader
more than any
other time in
our history.
We needed a
steady hand to
guide us out of
the ashes. A
Hell of
a Mess
So here's
where we
stand. We're
immersed in a
bloody war
with no plan
for
winning and
no plan for
leaving. We're
running the
biggest deficit
in the
history of the
8/10/2009
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country. We're
losing the
manufacturing
edge to Asia ,
while
our once-
great
companies are
getting
slaughtered by
health care
costs. Gas
prices are
skyrocketing,
and nobody in
power has a
coherent
energy policy.
Our schools
are in trouble.
Our borders
are like sieves.
The middle
class
is being
squeezed
every which
way These are
times that cry
out for
leadership.
But when you
look around,
8/10/2009
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you've got to
ask: 'Where
have all the
leaders
gone?' Where
are the
curious,
creative
communicators
? Where are
the people
of character,
courage,
conviction,
omnipotence,
and
common
sense? I may
be
a sucker for
alliteration,
but I think you
get the point.
Name me a
leader who
has a better
ideafor
homeland
security than
making us
take off our
shoes in
airports and
8/10/2009
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throw away
our shampoo?
We've spent
billions of
dollars
building a
huge new
bureaucracy,
and all we
know how. to
do is react to
things that
have already
happened.
Name me one
leader who
emergedfrom
the crisis
of Hurricane
Katrina.
Congress has
yet to spend a
single day
evaluating the
response to the
hurricane, or
demanding
accountability
for the
decisions that
were made in
the crucial
hours after the
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storm.
Everyone 1 s
hunkering
down, fingers
crossed,
hoping it
doesn't
happen again.
Now, that's
just crazy.
Storms
happen. Deal
with it. Make
apian. Figure
out
what you're g
oing to do the
next time.
Name me an
industry
leader who is
thinking
creatively
about how we
can
restore our
competitive
edge in
manufacturing.
Who would
have believed
that
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there could
ever be a time
when 'The Big
Three'
referred to
Japanese car
companies?
How did this
happen, and
more
important,
what are we
going to do
about it?
Name me a
government
leader who
can articulate
a plan for
paying down
the
debt, or
solving the
energy crisis,
or managing
the health
care problem.
The
silence is
deafening. But
these are the
crises that are
eating away at
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our
country and
milking the
middle class
dry.
I have news
for the gang in
Congress. We
didn't elect
you to sit on
your
asses and do
nothing and
remain silent
while our
democracy is
being hijacked
and our
greatness is
being
replaced with
mediocrity.
What is
everybody so
afraid of?
That some
bonehead
on Fox
News will call
them a name?
Give me a
break. Why
don't you guys
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8/10/2009
show some
spine for a
change?
Had Enough?
Hey, I'm not
trying to be
the voice of
gloom and
doom here.
I'm trying to
light afire.
I'm speaking
out because I
have hope I
believe in
America . In
my lifetime
I've had the
privilege of
living through
some of
America 's
greatest
moments. I've
also
experienced
some of our
worst crises:
the 'Great
Depression', '
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World War II',
the 'Korean
War',
the 'Kennedy
Assassination',
the 'Vietnam
War', the
1970s oil
crisis, and the
struggles of
recent years
culminating
with 9/11.
If I've learned
one thing, it's
this: 'You
don't get
anywhere by
standing on
the sidelines
waitingfor
somebody else
to take action.
Whether it's
building a
better car or
building a
better future
for our
children, we
all
have a role to
play. That's
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the challenge
I'm raising in
this book. It's a
call to 'Action'
for people
who, like me,
believe in
America It's
not too
late, but it's
getting pretty
close. So let's
shake off the
crap and go to
work. Let's
tell 'em all
we've
had 'enough. '
Excerpted
from 'Where Have
All the Leaders
Gone?'.
Copyright (c) 2007
by Lee Iacocca All
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From: Christopher Clark [christopher_clark@gov. state. ak. us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:25 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Rehfeld;
Karen J (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: SENATE BILL PASSAGE
John and I edited the press release to read as follows:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Governor Applauds the State Senate for Passage of Senate Bill 82
March 14, 2007, Juneau, Alaska - Governor Sarah Palin today applauded the Alaska State
Senate for unanimously passing the Governor's special appropriations bill to fund oil and gas
development initiatives. The measure, SB82, passed by a vote of 19 to 0.
"Passage of this bill makes a statement that the Alaska State Senate and I are working
together to develop Alaska's oil and natural gas resources," said Governor Palin. "I want to
recognize Senate Finance Co-Chair Lyman Hoffman for leading the effort to put this bill
forward, and I want to thank all Senators for their help and support."
SB82 is the first appropriation bill to come to the Senate Floor this session. The fact that it
provides funding for the Governor's oil and natural gas development initiatives reflects the
priority of the Administration and the Legislature to develop Alaska's natural gas and bring it
to market.
The bill totals $34.5 million in general funds, with $33.1 million for oil and gas activities in
the Departments of Law, Revenue, Natural Resources and Administration (AOGCC). The
remainder is a separate, special appropriation for the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute.
The bill will now move over to the House of Representatives for consideration.
###
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:11 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'John Bitney'; 'Christopher Clark'; 'Karen Rehfeld'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: SENATE BILL PASSAGE
Importance: High
Please look at this and approve as quickly as possible. Essentially, I took John's information
and Karen's and combined to form a press release in order to quickly turn this.
Thanks!
Meg
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Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:00 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: ANCHORAGE ASSEMBLY PRESS RELEASE
Importance: High
I LEFT A MESSAGE ON BEGICH'S CELL PHONE - HIS PRESS PERSON IS OUT OF TOWN AND
I'M TRYING TO AVOID A CONVERSATION WITH RAMSEUR, BUT WILL TURN TO HIM IN A
FEW MINUTES, IF THE MAYOR STILL HASNT RECEIVED MY MESSAGE. THE QUOTE FROM
THE MAYOR IS WHAT I'M PROPOSING - AND BASED ON WHAT HE SAID TO ME YESTERDAY
IN A CONVERSATION.
WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE REST?
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 2:31 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Brtney; John W (GOV)
Cc: Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: ASSEMBLY UNANIMOUSLY SUPPORTS GOVERNOR PALIN'S GASLINE PROPOSAL IN
RESOLUTION
You certainly know what incents mel
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269,7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 2:12 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; 'Michael Tibbies'; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: 'Kris Perry'; 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: ASSEMBLY UNANIMOUSLY SUPPORTS GOVERNOR PALIN'S GASLINE PROPOSAL IN
RESOLUTION
amen.
and i'll buy you a mocha if Mark comes through with something nice.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
I am writing it right now... if no one objects, I'd like to offer the Mayor an
opportunity to make a positive comment.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 1:23 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; 'Michael Tibbies'; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: 'Kris Perry'; 'Sharon Leighow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: ASSEMBLY UNANIMOUSLY SUPPORTS GOVERNOR PALIN'S GASLINE PROPOSAL
IN RESOLUTION
spectacular.
would you do a presser on that
thanks so much!
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
This is from Allan Tesche's blog:
UNANIMOUS SUPPORT FOR GOV. PALIN'S GASLINE PROPOSAL: All members
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voted Tuesday to support legislation proposed by Gov. Sarah Palin to induce
qualified firms to build an Alaska gas line. The Alaska Gasline Inducement Act
(AIGA) would authorize contribution of up to $500M by the state Alaska toward the
cost of obtaining necessary permits and regulatory approvals, promulgation of
regulations that provide predictability in royalty value and the exercise of the
state's right to receive its royalty share in kind or in cash, production tax
incentives, and appointment of state pipeline coordinator to facilitate prompt
state permitting are likely to induce qualified firms to build an Alaska Gas
Pipeline. In return, the firm selected would provide a clear and definite timetable
for construction of a gas pipeline, multiple take points in Alaska to assure the
availability of natural gas for meet Alaska's needs and for the state's future
development, and "distance-sensitive" rates" for in state delivery of gas. in
Alaska ;and establishment of a local project headquarters and hiring offices in
Alaska to hire qualified Alaskans to construct the gas pipeline and related
facilities. AIGA is now before the legislature for action.
Unfortunately, I was still in the Atwood Building when it was discussed and I do not
know who said what, but will forward the minutes when I find them.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 5:52 PM
To: Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); 'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'; Leighow;
Sharon W (GOV); 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: rewrite Compass 6: "Producer Concerns and How AGIA Addresses Them"
Joe: would you mind tweaking Brace's Compass 6 AGIA piece so it's more conversational...
before we record and publish this week's AGIA piece, thanks!
Kristina Y Perry <kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
It looks like he has the right address.
Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2007 23:58:03 -0800
From: Bruce Anders <bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us>
Subject: FW: Compass 6: "Producer Concerns and How AGIA Addresses Them"
To: Kris Perry <kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us>
Hi Kris,
This message bounced back with the Gov's email as "undeliverable." Could you forward it on to
her and get me her new email?
Thanks,
Bruce
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:52 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Clark; Christopher G (GOV)
Subject: Lyman Hoffman Phone Call
Since we thank Senator Hoffman in the SB82 press release, I spoke with Chris about the
fact that I think it might be nice for the Governor to place a quick call rather than have him
read about her appreciation in the media. I did pass along this thought to Christopher who
was going to pass along to John. Don't know how busy everyone is - and so thought I'd jot
this note as well. We'll send this release out in the next couple of minutes.
Thanks,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 4:18 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Governor Palin Thanks Anchorage Assembly for Unanimous Approval
of AGIA Resolution
March 14, 2007, Juneau, Alaska - Governor Sarah Palin today thanks the members
of the Anchorage Assembly for their unanimous approval last night of the AGIA
Resolution.
"Having the support of the Anchorage Assembly and Mayor Mark Begich means a
great deal as move the AGIA through the State Legislature," said Governor Palin. "It
is wonderful to see that everyone is just as anxious as I am to see a gasline built and
gas flowing sooner rather than later. We believe the AGIA is the right vehicle and
the support of the Anchorage Assembly and Mayor Mark Begich is deeply
appreciated."
The Resolution, sponsored by Assembly members Dick Traini and Allan Tesche,
passed unanimously Tuesday evening during its Assembly meeting.
Mayor Mark Begich applauds the Resolution and looks forward to more discussions
with the gasline team.
"Everyone recognizes the importance of the AGIA and moving our gas to market,"
said Mayor Mark Begich. "I find the AGIA very promising and the concept
encouraging. I look forward to more meetings with the Governor's gasline team to
see how Anchorage fits into the AGIA as it moves through the process."
###
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 1 5, 2007 2:26 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Denby Lloyd'; Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: Fisheries Blog
I can't find the commercial fisheries blog, but perhaps it's going to start soon.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 1 5, 2007 1 1 :27 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Denby Lloyd'; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Fish Interviews with Governor
Importance: High
ASMI members have been out of town, but did respond today to our request for thoughts on this
afternoon's fish interviews. The following is from Ray Riutta, Executive Director of ASMI:
For the Intrafish questions here is an assortment of bullets to choose from:
-Highly committed to aggressive and innovative marketing of Alaska Seafood
- Supports ASMI and looks forward to working with them as a spokesperson for Alaska seafood to help
get out our very important messages to the rest of the world. ASMI is working on a game plan right now
to do this
-There is a million dollars in the Governor's budget to help ASMI continue its marketing and
advertising campaigns this coming year
-Proud of the fact that we have the best managed fisheries in the world in Alaska; no stocks are
endangered or over fished
-Sustainability is built into our state constitution and sets the stage for the way we manage our fisheries
-There is no better seafood in the world than Alaska Seafood and she looks forward to working with
ASM! to continue to get that word out.. .our seafood is sustainable, harvested in the most pristine
environment on earth and most importantly, is good for you. It's pure, a natural product that is high in
heart healthy Omega 3's
-Very pleased with the high value that Alaska Seafood commands in the market place. It is recognition
by the customer that wild Alaska Seafood is the top choice when it comes to picking seafood.
-Here are a couple of items picked right from our website:
-The State of Alaska recognizes seafood as a precious natural resource and the seafood industry as
a vital component of the state's economy. Therefore, Alaska leads the nation in resource management,
quality control and conservation to ensure that Alaska Seafood remains the World's finest for future
generations.
-The quality of Alaska Seafood is also determined by what it doesn't contain. Alaska's marine
habitats are nearly pollution-free compared to the rest of the world. Feeding on organic marine organisms,
Alaska Seafood is additive-free and provides healthful, natural vitamins, minerals, nutrients and heart-
healthy polyunsaturated fats. For example, Alaska Salmon is rich in Omega-3 oils. Scientists have known
for years that Omega-3 offers heart-healthy benefits, including:
• Helping to decrease blood lipids (cholesterol, LDL's, and triglycerides)
• Reducing blood clotting factors
• Increasing relaxation in larger arteries and blood vessels
• Decreasing the inflammatory processes in blood vessels
-Additionally, the Omega-3 oils found in certain types of seafood, including Alaska Salmon, have
been linked to improvements in or prevention of certain kinds of cancer, ulcerative colitis, psoriasis,
arthritis, asthma, certain kinds of mental illness, depression and lupus.
-The preferred choice for Omega-3 consumption is from eating seafood because the fat is better
absorbed by the body and it comes with many other nutrients. Many modern diets aren't high enough in
Omega-3 oils to realize optimum health benefits. That's why various types of seafood should be included
in weekly diets.
I know that is a lot of health info but I have heard the Governor comment several times about her passion
for seafood and a healthy diet and lifestyle so you may find these useful. There is a lot more at
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www.alaskaseafood . org if this is not enough. I would be happy to develop this line further if you think if of value.
I also suggest you take a look at the Governor's CD that she did for the Boston Seafood show. The sound bites in
there were right on target and it was very well received at the Alaska reception at the show. Speaking of the show
it would be good to recognize that the two top winners at the new products showcase came from our Alaska
companies: Trident Seafood for its Tataki Sockeye Salmon and, most exciting of all, Cold Smoked Halibut from
Diamond Lodge Smokehouse in King Salmon Alaska. Our largest and one of our very smallest companies both
came home big winners in Boston. This speaks volumes to the creativity and innovative efforts of our entire
Alaska Seafood industry.
The fraudulent use of our Alaska name is a problem that concerns us because we want our customers to know
they are getting the real thing. We expect the federal government to enforce labeling laws in the U.S. and other
countries to the same overseas. We also hope that the media will continue its watch dog role and ferret out these
illegally labeled products. It is very frustrating for Alaska to produce such wonderful seafood then have someone
substitute another product in its place. It cheats the customer and it cheats our seafood industry who work so
very hard, often in very dangerous conditions to bring Alaska seafood to the customer.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
In addition, the Governor should be ready to respond to Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
I haven't commented on the harvest as I expect ADF&G will do that but if you need that from us please let me
know.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 1 5, 2007 10:38 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); 'Patrick S Galvin'; 'Marty Rutherford'; 'Tom
Irwin'
Subject: FW: KSRM poll
You might appreciate this...
Commissioner Galvin appeared on this radio station last week for an hour - discussing the
AGIA.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Susan Davis [mailto:susan_davis@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 10:26 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Dan Saddler'; kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: KSRM poll
Hello,
KSRM Radio in Kenai is conducting a poll this week on Governor Palin's approval rating. The numbers
are very impressive;
Do you approve of Governor Sarah Palin's performance so far?
YesC
NoC
Total Votes: 200
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 1 5, 2007 1 0: 1 7 AM
To: Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Hartig; Lawrence L (DEC); Von Scheben; Leo (DOT); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W
(GOV); Kelly; Russell T (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: fox springs and chitna
We have not received the press release, yet. I will contact Kristin and see if it's on its way.
Depending upon the message, we may be better off just placing a call to the News-Miner.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Karen Rehfeld [mailto:karen_rehfeld@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 9:42 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: larry_hartig@dec.state.ak.us; Leo Von Scheben; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; russ_ke|ly@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us;
meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: fox springs and chitna
Governor - 1 do not know the answer on the Chitina issue - John Bitney has been working on that
Regarding Fox Springs - DOTPF and DEC have worked on a press release on this issue that
Meghan has, I believe - following is an email I received from Kristin Ryan this morning -
hopefully this will help diffuse some of the negative comments regarding the change - the good
news is the folks will still have access to this public water system -
Karen -
DOT plans to keep the system operational for the remainder of the year
(and next if need be) while the work group comes up with a permanent
solution. Mary Siroky is coordinating DOT'S efforts. So, the answer is
there will be no immediate impact from the reduction. DOT will continue
to operate the system for the short term (utilizing other funds) but in
the future it may very well be managed by someone else in the business
of providing safe drinking water.
We have tentatively set our first meeting for April 5th in Fairbanks.
Have individuals interested in participating contact Caraille Recknagle
907-269-7644 or Camille Recknaqle®dec . state ,ak. us . She'll keep them
posted about the topic.
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We have drafted a press release for the Gov's office on the issue which
is floating about somewhere.
Thanks, Kristin
Sarah Palin wrote:
DOT: pis let me know when you have the "fix" for the Chitna access problems ready to be rolled out.
My understanding is a $200g bridge repair project should allow our fishermen the access they need to
dipnet.
Also, Fox Springs
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Kedacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
thank you!
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Karen J. Rehfeld
Office of Management & Budget
465-4660
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Unknown
From: John Katz [jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 4:55 AM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Cc: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'Michael Tibbies'; Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Talis Colberg'
Subject: Customary Trade/Subsistence
I want to make sure that you have been advised that, in the aftermath of the
Governor's meeting with Deputy Secretary Lynn Scarlett, the Federal
Subsistence Board has been directed to move forward with its work on
customary trade policies notwithstanding the original objections from the
Justice Department. We specifically asked in the meeting that this occur.
So, as I understand the current situation, the FSB, pursuant to previous
Secretarial directives, is working on customary trade, has almost completed
its work on closure policies, and is also examining its internal decision
making process to respond to State concerns about fairness and
transparency. In my opinion, we should continue and even intensify the
State's dialogue with the FSB on these issues.
Please let me know if we can help further from this end.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
i wkatzfgialaskadc .org . Thank you .
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 1 5, 2007 1 :41 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV); 'Sarah PalirT; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); 'Denby
Lloyd'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: RE: NPFMC letter
Just to make sure everyone knows... Sharon and I are going to release to the
press.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
--Original Message
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 1:39 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Mike Nizich'; 'Denby Lloyd'; 'Meghan
Stapleton ' ; ' Sharon Leighow •
Subject: FW: NPFMC letter
Original Message
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:Ivy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 1:08 PM
To: Katz, John W (GOV)
Subject: FW: Signed letter Scanned PDF
NPFMC letter.
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Original Message
From: Donna Collins [mailto:donna_collins@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 12:47 PM
TO: 'Ivy Frye'
Subject: Signed letter Scanned PDF
Original Message
From: imagistics6530 [mailto:imagistics653 0@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 1:39 PM
To: donna_collins@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Scanned PDF
Scanned from IM6530Exec
Public Scan
Scan to PDF
Date:2007/03/14
Pages : 4
Resolution: 200
This document scanned to PDF at
Juneau Exec Imagistics.
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Ivy Frye [ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Thursday, March 15, 2007 1:39 PM
'Sarah Palin'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Mike Nizich'; 'Denby Lloyd'; "Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon
Leighow"
FW: NPFMC letter
Original Message
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:Ivy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 1:08 PM
To: Katz, John W (GOV)
Subject: FW: Signed letter Scanned PDF
NPFMC letter.
Original Message
From: Donna Collins [mailto:donna_collins@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 12:47 PM
To : ' Ivy Frye '
Subject: Signed letter Scanned PDF
— --Original Message
From: imagistics6530 [mailto:imagistics6530@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 1:39 PM
To : donna_collins@gov. state . ak . us
Subject: Scanned PDF
Scanned from lM6530Exec
Public Scan
Scan to PDF
Date:2007/03/14
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Pages : 4
Resolution: 200
This document scanned to PDF at
Juneau Exec Imagistics.
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 5:29 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: iditarod
Checking... we'll let you know.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 5:29 PM
To: Kristina Y Perry; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak,us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: iditarod
hi kris - do you know if we did something for Rohn Buser winning the Jr. Iditarod?
who do i follow up with on things like that so i can know if they've been sent?
thanks!
Get your own web address.
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Unknown
From: Kan' Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 11:55 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: FW: MEA for the Gov's reading file
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Lynne Smith [mailto:lynne_smith@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 6:11 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer*
Subject: MEA for the Gov's reading file
FYI before the MEA meeting on Saturday.
I have talked to Tuckerman Babcock and Lorilei Carter regarding the Railbelt Energy Fund (which was vetoed last
year).
They wanted to let the Governor know that MEA (and Homer Electric Association) is happy with the distribution
proposal made last year, felt that it was fair, and would be happy to have that same distribution this year.
Lynne
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From: John Kate Dwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 7:52 AM
To: Michael Tibbies; Mike Nizich
Cc: Governor Sarah Palin; Joseph Balash; John Bitney
Subject: Arctic Power
I met this morning with Adrian Herrera, representing Arctic Power. He said
that Arctic Power's executive committee met yesterday and concluded that
they should open a one person office in DC.
This person would work full time on Alaska hydrocarbon issues, not just
ANWR. There would be close coordination between that office, the Governor's
DC office, and the Alaska Congressional delegation, as well as various interest
groups. There might also be a part-time contractor who would expand AP's
liaison work to include organized labor and others.
I mentioned that we had discussed Arctic Power's future role but had made no
decisions, especially since we have had no previous recommendations from AP
itself. I asked them to prepare a one page proposal describing what they
would like to do and how much it would cost. I also raised the question of
whether it makes sense to maintain AP's Anchorage office, consisting of an
auditor ($6,000 per month) and rent ($1,500 per month) if Arctic Power is
going to operate on such a scaled down basis. We didn't discuss the issue of
matching funds from private sources.
Adrian said that Mike Navarre will seek meetings with you to discuss AP's
proposal. After we have all received the one pager, and you have heard from
Arctic Power directly, I would suggest that we discuss this further. I will save
my editorial comments until then.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
iwkat2@alaskadc.org . Thank you .
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 2:00 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: PORT AUTHORITY COMMENT TO ROD BOYCE - FINAL APPROVAL NEEDED
Importance: High
Before I send Joe's written response to Rod Boyce's question for the Governor, I'd like to
ensure that I have final approval
Rod's follow-up questions:
I have two follow-up questions that stem from the governor's response to my earlier query about the
port authority's 2005 advertisement:
1. The governor suggests in her previous response that other entities might have a better gas line
proposal than what the port authority has put forward. Presumably that would have been the case in
2005 as well. So why did the governor endorse the statement in the May 2005 newspaper ad?
2. The governor says in her response that the port authority was the only entity "with terms available
to the public." How was it wise to make such a strong statement of support for the port authority's
proposal in the absence of information about other proposals?
Joe's suggested response with the Governor:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
I told Rod that I would have something for him by the end of today.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 12:25 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: Church Bulletin
We will take care of things.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 12:21 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: Church Bulletin
I agree.
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
The only thought is that they are using the Governor's official portrait and the Governor's
title. They need to change the picture and use Candidate Sarah Palin to reflect our true
wishes.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sharon Leighow [mailto:sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 11:30 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: FW: Church Bulletin
Hey Folks,
Just a reminder, we told the Alaska Family Coalition that the Governor would not be making a statement
on this issue. However, we did say that anything that was said on the campaign trail is okay to use. Looks
like they did their research!
Sharon
From: Jim Minnery [mailto:minnery@alaska.net]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 9:38 AM
To: sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Church Bulletin
Sharon-
Here is the Church Bulletin insert we are distributing statewide. If you have questions.. .please feel free to
contact me.
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Thanks !
Jim Minnery
Alaska Family Action
317-7268
It's here! Your new message!
Get new email alerts with the free Yahoo! Toolbar.
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 12:15 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: FW: SICCL Advisory - Joint Homeland Security Assessment on Activities Involving School Buses ■
March 16, 2007
Merely something to keep in the back of your mind, in case you're ever asked during a news
conference.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Wood, Chad [mailto:Chad.R.Wood@dhs.gov]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 12:06 PM
To: undisclosed-recipients:
Subject: SICCL Advisory - Joint Homeland Security Assessment on Activities Involving School Buses -
March 16, 2007
To: State Communicators/PIO's
The FBI and DHS today released a Joint Homeland Security Assessment concerning school buses and
Commercial Drivers Licenses. Your State Homeland Security Advisor would have received this bulletin
when it was released.
Federal talking points are below. FBI public affairs has the federal lead (202-324-3691).
Talking Points
There is no information indicating that terrorists have been involved in procuring school buses or licenses
to drive them. Nor is there credible intelligence to suggest an imminent threat to the homeland, at this
time.
*Some school districts have reported an increase in the number of foreign nationals seeking school bus
driver positions, and generic instances of unusual activity. The vast majority of attempts by foreign
nationals to acquire school buses and the licenses to drive them are legitimate.
The information shared in this bulletin is simply precautionary and serves as a longer term advisory that
encourages vigilance for any abnormal activity.
*DHS and the FBI have a responsibility to share information with our state and local officials and law
enforcement partners to encourage vigilance and ensure that they have the information they need to
make decisions for their community and critical infrastructure.
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 12:38 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: FW: Church Bulletin
The Attorney General will get back to me as soon as he can regarding our statutory limitations to participate and
influence a ballot initiative. I will pass along the information when I hear back.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov^arah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 12:28 PM
To: Sharon Leighow; 'Meghan Stapleton'
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: FW: Church Bulletin
hmmmmra - i'm torn on this one b/c i purposefully asked that I not be a focus here - my belief is
administration should NOT attempt to sway the outcome of ballot props - that as a candidate and in a
personal arena anyone is free to use anything I've publically said on the record about the issue, but the
way this is portrayed officially as the Governor??? this really surprised me.
remember we did NOT participate in writing the language of the voting pamphlet for the
aforementioned reason - my belief that we weren't supposed to try to sway the vote once it's in the hands
of the people.
Sharon Leighow <sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Hey Folks,
Just a reminder, we told the Alaska Family Coalition that the Governor would not be making a statement
on this issue. However, we did say that anything that was said on the campaign trail is okay to use.
Looks like they did their research!
Sharon
From: Jim Minnery [mailto:mfnnery@alaska.net]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 9:38 AM
To: sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Church Bulletin
Sharon-
Here is the Church Bulletin insert we are distributing statewide. If you have questions.. .please feel free to
contact me.
Thanks I
Jim Minnery
Alaska Family Action
317-7268
8/25/2009
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Get your own web address.
Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business.
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, March 1 7, 2007 3:51 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: Bargaining Agreement Letter
I am forwarding a letter sent to most state employees regarding our good faith effort to collectively bargain new
union contracts. The letter was sent from Annette Kreitzer in response to information circulating that we are not
bargaining in good faith.
Mike
From: Kreitzer, Annette (Dept. of Admin) [mailto:annette_kreitzer@admin.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2007 2:47 PM
To: Michalsky, Rosezella (Dept. Admin); Brooks, Kevin (Dept. Admin); Kiesel, Dianne (Dept. of Admin); Petro,
Rachael (Dept. of Admin); Bailey, Frank (Dept. of Admin); Anna Kim; Michael A Tibbies; Meghan Stapleton;
sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us; Sharon Leighow
Subject: Bargaining Agreement Letter
Rosezella:
Please send this out to GG, SU, LTC, and CEA union employees. Thanks,
ak
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From: John Bitney [john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 5:04 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us';
Privileged or Persons; Nizich
Michael A (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); , meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: RE: transition reports
The article was very disappointing... contains statements that are both patently false and very misleading.
1 ) No information on this topic was withheld. The Murkowski Transition Report references the
issue, and only once sentence was redacted in the reports that wer e first released. We later fully
released the entire reports. The one sentence redacted stated that [p rivileged or Personal Mate
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
[rrivnegea or personal iviaienai Keaacterr
otherwise, the reference and
description of the entire issue was publicly released.
2) The Palin Transition Team saw the Murkowski Report on the issue, but simply choose to focus
their limited efforts on higher priority areas. If necessary, I'd recommend Privileged or Personal
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
My recommendation is for short and long term solutions:
Short Term: Pr iv' |e 9ed or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Pe
Long Term: {Priv ileged or Personal Material Redacted^
Privileged or Pers
JB
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 1:27 PM . : .
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; l Privlle 9 ed or Personal)
mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: transition reports
JB and Mike, et al:
Still not quite sure what the issue is that the Juneau Empire covered today with the "Transition
Reports Being Held From the Public"-gist article (Perm Fund Division issue from back in
July?)... but the gist of the article is so disappointing because it's 180-degrees from where I want
to be with information deserving to be seen by the public. (Sen. Dyson was mentioned in this
article, so John - please let Dyson know I was not (and will not be) purposefully withholding any
information. Please let me know when you've contacted Dyson on this issue for me so I don't
duplicate the effort.)
Meg - if there's something you can do to help un-do the records withholding issue that at least
three reporters are sort of up-in-arms about, please do so.
I campaigned on open and transparent government - 1 don't know why the issue covered in the
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article today was ever NOT made public... it's not a mistake that was made on our watch, so why try to
hide it anyway?
Please let me know where you guys are going with this to help correct the mistake that was made in not
releasing this part of a transition report. Look forward to knowing what we're doing to un-do it, thanks!
Bored stiff? Loosen up...
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From: Sharon Leighow [sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 2:33 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Nizich;
Michael A (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton
Subject: RE: transition reports
Argh!
Pat Forgey NEVER asked me anything about the Permanent Fund report. He wanted to know why some
information in the reports (no specific report) was redacted. I explained the reasons for not releasing
personal information, personnel issues, 401 K/IRS stuff. HE never asked a follow up question. This story
makes it looked like I didn't respond to him.
This is probably worth a call to the managing editor.
Sharon
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 1:41 PM
To: Mike Tibbies; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; 'Kristina Y Perry'; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us;
sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: transition reports
sounds good.
please don't let it hang out there with what the Empire wrote, otherwise AP and/or ADN and/or
others pick it up and run with it, resulting in the public being very deceived.
Please have them correct it or retract their errors - or pis have an OpEd written that explains our
position, thanks so much!
Mike Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
I Governor,
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
We will finalize a plan of action at our senior staff strategy meeting first thing in the morning.p
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 1:27 PM
To: john_bitney@gov .state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
'rivileged or Persona^ mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;
meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: transition reports
JB and Mike, et al:
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Still not quite sure what the issue is that the Juneau Empire covered today with the "Transition
Reports Being Held From the Public"-gist article (Perm Fund Division issue from back in
July?)... but the gist of the article is so disappointing because it's 180-degrees from where I want
to be with information deserving to be seen by the public. (Sen. Dyson was mentioned in this
article, so John - please let Dyson know I was not (and will not be) purposefully withholding any
information. Please let me know when you've contacted Dyson on this issue for me so I don't
duplicate the effort.)
Meg - if there's something you can do to help un-do the records withholding issue that at least
three reporters are sort of up-in-arms about, please do so.
I campaigned on open and transparent government - 1 don't know why the issue covered in the
article today was ever NOT made public... it's not a mistake that was made on our watch, so why
try to hide it anyway?
Please let me know where you guys are going with this to help correct the mistake mat was
made in not releasing this part of a transition report. Look forward to knowing what we're doing
to un-do it, thanks!
Bored stiff? Loosen up...
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 1:36 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Bitney; John W (LAA); Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Sharon W
Leighow; Meghan N Stapleton
Subject: RE: transition reports
Governor,
The article was flat wrong. I don't think that it was worthy of even an opinion piece let alone a news
article. It claimed we only released the reports after an appeal and without the description of the PFD
problem. It also quoted Tkacz and Becca Braun as some newsworthy source. I would like to ask the
Juneau to defend their claim and when they can not, print a retraction. If you look at the initial reports that
were release, it fully described the problem and the cost to the state to correct it.
We will finalize a plan of action at our senior staff strategy meeting first thing in the morning.
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 1:27 PM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; luckie@mtaonline.net;
mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: transition reports
JB and Mike, et al:
Still not quite sure what the issue is that the Juneau Empire covered today with the "Transition
Reports Being Held From the Public"-gist article (Perm Fund Division issue from back in
July?)... but the gist of the article is so disappointing because it's 180-degrees from where I want
to be with information deserving to be seen by the public. (Sen. Dyson was mentioned in this
article, so John - please let Dyson know I was not (and will not be) purposefully withholding any
information. Please let me know when you've contacted Dyson on this issue for me so I don't
duplicate the effort.)
Meg - if there's something you can do to help un-do the records withholding issue that at least
three reporters are sort of up-in-arms about, please do so.
I campaigned on open and transparent government - 1 don't know why the issue covered in the
article today was ever NOT made public... it's not a mistake that was made on our watch, so why
try to hide it anyway?
Please let me know where you guys are going with this to help correct the mistake that was made
in not releasing this part of a transition report. Look forward to knowing what we're doing to un-
do it, thanks!
Bored stiff? Loosen up. . .
Download and plav hundreds of games for free on Yahoo! Games.
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From: Patrick Galvin [patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 1 9, 2007 1 1 :53 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Anders; Bruce
F (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA)
Subject: RE: gas tax
Governor,
We will look at the tax credit suggestion, and see if there is some aspect of it we can
use.
Privileged or Personal Mate
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
On first blush, there are a few problems with the idea, though.
It's good to see folks looking for ways to try to solve this problem. It shows the public
wants to provide something, but is struggling with us to figure out what is constitutional.
-Pat
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 1:19 PM
To: patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; Tom Irwin;
joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: gas tax
Pat, et al:
Here's a sound suggestion, it seems, from a friend. (Please see below.) May this be pursued???
Date: Sat, 17 Mar 2007 08:04:42 -0800
Subject: Gas fax
Sorry to bother you. I know how many folks are trying to get your
attention, but I couldn't help but write over the latest flap by the
legislature regarding a possible Constitutional problem with your
team's
proposed 10 year gas tax exemption for pipeline builders. The solution
seems obvious to me and is in the control of the legislature if they
wish
to support pipeline construction and avoid a Constitutional issue.
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They
can pass tax legislation now that says any company that helps build a
gas
pipeline will still calculate the tax and file a return, but once gas
flows
they get a 10-year gas tax credit to be taken at the rate of one-tenth
of
the amount spent on construction each year or the amount of the tax,
whichever is less. It would have to be carefully worded, but by
passing it
now it becomes a general tax credit provision that avoids
constitutional
problems and is not limited to any particular company or companies as
part
of a contract or agreement. It might be a good idea for your team to
consider drafting proposed legislation and laying it on the table of
the
legislature. You could then say, "Here's a solution. Do you want a
pipeline or not? " Good luck By the way. . .you're doing a great job
and
from what I hear you're still getting a positive response from most
state
workers. — ..•■'
Get your own web address.
Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business.
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 6:38 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Clark; Christopher G (GOV); Leighow;
Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: Pat Forgey
Just an update for everyone involved in the Pat Forgey article / debacle.
I spent some time on the phone this afternoon with Lori Thomson, managing editor of the
Juneau Empire. She listened to all my concerns. I emailed her the attached, which is a
paragraph by paragraph assessment of the story and then faxed to her the Murkowski
transition report paragraph on the data loss as well as the memorandum that Sharon
Leighow forwarded to Forgey regarding the three essential redactions with the entire Palin
to Palin transition reports.
Lori promises to review the article again, look through my notes, and speak with Pat about
his story.
I told her at the highest level we've got a serious problem with the story because it is
almost completely inaccurate and for the most part responsive to the Murkowski transition
report when he is writing about the Palin transition reports.
We'll see where this leads.
Thanks,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907,321.4975 c
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 1:21 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow; Michael A Tibbies; John W Bitney
Subject: same sex campaign through Ruedrich
can't believe they didn't ask me first - and why's loren on it and not sean? they should have taken
"candidate Palin" comments and photo... nothing official looking like they did.
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
I gave Kari a copy of the Eagle Forum flyer that Debbie Joslin created.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
Don't get soaked. Take a quick peek at the forecast
with the Yahoo! Search weather shortcut.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 1 9, 2007 1 : 1 9 PM
To: Patrick S Galvin; Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Anders;
Bruce F (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV)
Subject: gas tax
Pat,etal:
Here's a sound suggestion, it seems, from a friend. (Please see below.) May this be pursued???
Date: Sat, 1 7 Mar 2007 08:04:42 -0800
To: spalinf^mtaonline.net
Subject: Gas Tax
Sorry to bother you. I know how many folks are trying to get your
attention, but I couldn't help but write over the latest flap by the
legislature regarding a possible Constitutional problem with your
team's
proposed 1 year gas tax exemption for pipeline builders. The solution
seems obvious to me and is in the control of the legislature if they
wish
to support pipeline construction and avoid a Constitutional issue.
They
can pass tax legislation now that says any company that helps build a
gas
pipeline will still calculate the tax and file a return, but once gas
flows
they get a 10-year gas tax credit to be taken at the rate of one-tenth
of
the amount spent on construction each year or the amount of the tax,
whichever is less. It would have to be carefully worded, but by
passing it
now it becomes a general tax credit provision that avoids
constitutional
problems and is not limited to any particular company or companies as
part
of a contract or agreement. It might be a good idea for your team to
consider drafting proposed legislation and laying it on the table of
the
legislature. You could then say, "Here's a solution. Do you want a
pipeline or not?" Good luck. By the way.. .you're doing a great job
and
from what I hear you 're still getting a positive response from most
state
workers. —
Get your own web address.
Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business.
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Unknown
From: Joe Balash fjoe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 9:33 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Palin; Sarah (GOV sponsored)
Cc: Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Hartig; Lawrence L (DEC); Easton; Dan (DEC); Talis
Colberg"; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FW: Pis deliver to Governor Palin this email delivered to Chairman Dingell
Governor:
The following email was sent to me yesterday by Mr. Chuck Hamel. After indicating that such a letter
would arrive on Friday evening, the head of the PSIO (Jonne Slemons at the Division of Oil and Gas)
went up to Prudhoe Bay on Saturday and Sunday. She took with her at least one inspector and is
preparing a written report.
The status of the fire suppression system appears to be the most pressing issue. It would appear the
balance is related to past activities and reports that are most relevant to the ongoing investigations of
BP's past practices.
Mr. Hamel indicated that a reporter with the Associated Press, Jeanette Lee, will be conducting an
interview with Kris Dye of the USW on this issue sometime to day. While I expect the press office will
receive an inquiry, it's probably best to
Privileged or Personal Material Redactor
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Joe
From: HamelChuck@cs.com [mailto:HamelChuck@cs.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 2:55 PM
To: joe_ba|ash@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Pis deliver to Governor Palin this email delivered to Chairman Dingell
The Honorable John Dingell, Chairman
House Energy and Commerce Committee
and Committee Members
Via E-mail: ERIN.BZYMEK@MAIL.HOUSE.GOV
March 17, 2007
SUBJECT: Continuing dangerous unaddressed corrosion deficiencies at Prudhoe Bay facilities
Dear Chairman Dingell:
Since my recent 2-01-07 and 2-24-07 letters to you regarding corrosion deficiencies at Prudhoe Bay, you
should be aware of the dangerous operating conditions at the West Operating Area's Gathering Center
#2.
BP London's cost cutting measures dictated upon the GC-2 facilities has deferred for a long time the
scheduled replacement of the facility's defective Fire Suppression System. The system is required to be
turned off to become dangerously inoperative for up to 12 hours at a time and incapable of protecting
ongoing "x-ray corrosion monitoring program" required in GC-2. I need not explain this dangerous risk to
the short handed GC-3 Operators, the integrity of the facility, the environment and continuing flow of
crude oil from Prudhoe to the West Coast. You must recall Kuwait's Gathering Center explosion and
disaster claiming nine lives and curtailing Kuwait's crude exports by two thirds. Kris Dye, President of
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Prudhoe USW Operators Union, and coincidentally an Operator within GC-2 is interviewing with an Associated
Press reporter this week-end in order to publicly corroborate the problems I relate to you. The Operators may well
finally gain the attention of BP London Headquarters.
It is obvious that BP's US President and Chairman Robert Malone has no authority over Prudhoe operations and
unable to address or even respond to the Operators" plight. These Operators cope with volatile conditions daily,
sitting on over one billion cubic feet of gas under pressure at any one time. Total
BP operations at Prudhoe, on behalf of EXXON and Conoco, was fine tuned from London instructions ever since
EXXON and CONOCO signed their operations contract with BP. Steve Marshall, President of BP Alaska
Exploration and Development has answered daily and solely to the Upstream Division of Exploration and
Development at London Headquarters, as overseen by Group Vice President Tony Hayward. This division
orchestrated the cost cutting "root cause" of the "corrupt corrosion" monitoring and failure of the Prudhoe crude
transit lines that led to the Prudhoe "shut -down" debacle. There are a thousand miles of similarly corrosion
damaged gathering lines from the oil producing wells as well as hundreds of miles of produced water/crude flow
lines... as yet unaddressed and required to be dealt with.
I am copying this letter to Governor Sarah Palin in view of her publicly aired concerns over Alaska's
significant revenue losses from BP's corrosion monitoring malfeasance. Governor Palin has publicly expressed
considering plans of some effective oversight of BP's future corrosion monitoring practices.
I am similarly copying Bob Malone who sat beside Richard Woolam and testified under oath, at your
09-07-07 House Energy and Commerce Committee Hearing, that he and BP would provide transparent
responses and evidence concerning BP's past practices leading up to the disastrous shut-down.
At this time I must advise you of a shocking new discovery -- the deception of you, Chairman Miller and the public
interest. As result and pressure of correspondence between then BP US WC President, Bob Malone, you,
Chairman George Miller, and myself (on behalf of concerned BP WOA Prudhoe Operators), as covered by the
Wall Street Journal, Mr. Malone orchestrated an Operational Revenue of the integrity of the facilities by way of
interviews of the Operators. The "Operational Review Team" (ORT) Report was delivered to you shortly after 9-
11-01. However, I was shocked to recently discover that BP and Mr. Malone concealed from Malone's vaunted
ORT Report and you, critical portions of interviews of veteran Operators. A number of Operators individually
warned that "flow lines" were so dangerously corroded that they predicted major spills. BP and Mr. Malone did not
address the corrosion issue thereafter nor undertook any corrective measures. I submit that Mr. Malone's
mandate did not permit his interfering with the BP London "Upstream Exploration and Development Division"
control and direction of daily operations at Prudhoe. Over these many years, Chairman Dingell, it is evident that
our Federal government and the Congress actually had zero oversight of this North Slope British enclave,
answering to no BP entity South of the North Slope.
Chairman John Dingell
March 17, 2007
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Richard Woolam's bonus driven corrupt corrosion division answered only to Field Manager Maureen Johnson,
abruptly and conveniently transferred to London after your "abbreviated" 07-09-06 House Energy and Commerce
BP Corrosion Hearing. Ms. Johnson answered only to Steve Marshall, BP President BP Alaska Exploration and
Development, who answered only to London Upstream Expl. & Dev. - abruptly and conveniently transferred to
London as well soon after your abbreviated Hearing. Mr. Woolam is reportedly on paid leave before presumably
and conveniently returning home to Scotland. The integrity of the Prudhoe Bay facilities is in such disrepair, that it
is doubtful Congress or the Federal government can make a difference before the next predicted major incident
again shuts-down the field... hopefully without injury to the workers.
Please be advised that I have already alerted the EPA Criminal Investigations Division with the evidence and
identified the computer program containing the Operators' interviews. I will be pleased to share
this information with your investigators. The correspondence and WSJournal coverage referred to above is
posted on www.anwr.news.com. As your office is in transition at this time, I will forward to your staff the ORT
Report and post it additionally on www.bpconcerns.com website as soon as possible. I will not dwell on many of
the deficiencies revealed in the ORT Report and yet reportedly unaddressed as promised by Mr. Malone.
However, the unaddressed and uncorrected warnings of a "major spill", threatened by identified serious flow lines
corrosion deficiencies was unconscionable and may well merit your attention.
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Sincerely,
Charles Hamel
cc: The Honorable Sarah Palin, Governor, Alaska
Robert Malone, BP US President and Chairman - robert.malone@bp.com
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 1 9, 2007 8: 1 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: 'ear
remember we'll have cake - i think - in the office around 4?
yes - snoop around to find out what RR sent in my name - dang it. he knows i'd NOT like it.
Ivy Frye <ivy^frye@gov.state. ak. us> wrote:
I didn't know about it. You would think he would have to ask permission to use your name/pic on
anything he's sending out. If you need me to follow up with the Party I will, but will wait incase
somebody is already handling it.
In other news, you might already know... Katie Hurley beat Dallas Massie in the MEA race. Don
and Sharon called me right afterwards. . .
Happy birthday to my favorite 6 year old!!
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 7:49 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us;
sharonJeighow@gov,state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: 'ear
does anyone know what the 'Ear was talking about yesterday with the quip about Randy
Ruedrich sending out a piece w/Sean Parnell and me re:same sex benefits? i haven't seen
it, and dread being used by Randy.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 1 9, 2007 7:49 AM
To: Michael A Tibbies; John W Bitney; Sharon W Leighow; Meghan N Stapleton; Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: 'ear
does anyone know what the 'Ear was talking about yesterday with the quip about Randy
Ruedrich sending out a piece w/Sean Parnell and me re:same sex benefits? i haven't seen it, and
dread being used by Randy.
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11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 6:40 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: you testified!!!
SP,
Awesome! I wish I had known. I'm so involved with B&C I didn't even know you were going to testify!
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/24/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 7:55 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: 'ear
I didn't know about it. You would think he would have to ask permission to use your name/pic on anything he's
sending out. If you need me to follow up with the Party I will, but will wait incase somebody is already handling it.
In other news, you might a/ready know... Katie Hurley beat Dallas Massie in the MEA race. Don and Sharon
called me right afterwards...
Happy birthday to my favorite 6 year old!!
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 7:49 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;
meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; ivy_frye@gov.statie.ak.us
Subject: 'ear
does anyone know what the 'Ear was talking about yesterday with the quip about Randy Ruedrich
sending out a piece w/Sean Parnell and me re:same sex benefits? i haven't seen it, and dread being used
by Randy.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.usJ
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 12:57 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Debbie Joslin
Governor,
I gave Kari a copy of the Eagle Forum flyer that Debbie Joslin created.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/31/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 1 9, 2007 7:55 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: 'ear
I didn't know about it You would think he would have to ask permission to use your name/pic on anything he's
sending out. If you need me to follow up with the Party I will, but will wait incase somebody is already handling it.
In other news, you might already know... Katie Hurley beat Dallas Massie in the MEA race. Don and Sharon
called me right afterwards. . .
Happy birthday to my favorite 6 year old!!
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 7:49 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us;
meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: 'ear
does anyone know what the 'Ear was talking about yesterday with the quip about Randy Ruedrich
sending out a piece w/Sean Parnell and me re:same sex benefits? i haven't seen it, and dread being used
by Randy.
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8/26/2009
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From: Fagerstrom, Erika (GOV) [/0=SOA/OU=FIRST ADMINISTRATIVE
GROUP/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=EFAGERSTROM]
Sent: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 1:54 PM
To: 'gov.sarah@yahoo.com'
Subject: Re: Diane
She just made a bunch of banana bread. We'll send that over in a basket-can do juice too
if that sounds good... unless we hear otherwise. Thanks, E
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: Fagerstrom, Erika (GOV)
Sent: Wed Mar 19 13:46:56 2008
Subject: Diane
Could u ask her to prepare something that I could bring to Sen. Dyson's morning meeting
tomorrow in his office? It's a morning mtg that I'd guess includes about 20 people- I'll
check for sure but we'll assume 20 for now. Thanks
Sent from my BlackBerry® device from Cellular One
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 5:24 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: FW: Juvenile Justice Committee
Thanks!
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 5:19 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: FW: Juvenile Justice Committee
sounds good when we get an opening in his area of interest
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Mike Reed is interested in Juv Justice or Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. Juv Justice has an open roster we can add
him to or Alcohol/Drug Abuse has terms expiring in June.
From: Mike Reed [mailto:akmike477@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 1:10 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: RE: Juvenile Justice Committee
I had been meaning to ask you for awhile if there was any openings and I just recently got around to it. I
would also be interested in the Advisory Board on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. However, juvenile
justice is really where my interest is. Thanks for writing me back.
Take care,
Mike Reed
Ivy Frye <ivy_fiye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Mike,
Thank you for the email! I wish you had written about a week earlier— Governor Palin just appointed new
people to Juvenile Justice. Let me check to see if the roster is open ended or if we need to wait until the
next term expiration before we can add more new members. In the meantime, are there other boards
you might be interested in?
Best regards,
Ivy Frye
From: Mike Reed [mailto:akmike477@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 12, 2007 5:24 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Juvenile Justice Committee
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Ivy,
Is there an open position on the Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee? If so I would like to try to
get on that committee.
Thanks,
Mike Reed
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 1 9, 2007 1 1 :49 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Meghan Stapleton
Subject: RE: FW: MEA address
Governor, I faxed it to Meg earlier, I think she is cleaning it up. Kari.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 11:48 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton; 'Kari Spencer'
Subject: Re: FW: MEA address
yikes - it'll have to be cleaned up re: my scribbled edits and ad libbed parts
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
As soon as possible, please forward your copy of the MEA speech. Mark would
like to run it in tomorrow's paper.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: 7386@townnews.com [mailto:7386@townnews.com]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 9:02 AM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: MEA address
Hi Meghan and Sharon:
Happy Monday! We'd like to reprint the governor's address to the MEA
meeting in our Tuesday edition. Would you please forward a copy as soon as
you can today?
I appreciate it.
Mark Kelsey
Frontiersman managing editor
mark.kelsey@frontiersman.com
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [govemor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 4: 1 3 PM
To: GOV - EXECUTIVE JUNEAU
Subject: FW: Other
FYI,
-Michelle
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 12:52 AM
To : governor@gov . state . ak . us
Sub j ect : Other
Web mail from: Ms. Sybil Davis DeRoux
address: 836 Calhoun Avenue Juneau AK 99801
MESSAGE:
Dear Governor's Office,
I am currently in Istanbul, Turkey teaching English but we (my husband Ken DeRoux
and I) will return to Juneau July 1st to sell our house. Our house is located about a 3
min. walk from the Governor's Mansion at 835 Calhoun Avenue. I wanted your office
to know we plan to sell our house this summer. I am not advertising it; only via word
of mouth.
If you know anyone in your office that is interested, please do not hesitate to email
me.
My friends (many Democrats!) are praising your work! It is wonderful to have you, a
woman, in such a prestigious office!!! I will share information about you with my
Upper Level Business Students here.
Thank you,
Sybil Davis
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sybilf romalaska@hotmail . com
PLEASE ADD TO E-NEWS
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 6:26 PM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG); 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'; 'john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: FYI - Mat Su Sport Fishery
Bruce Knowles from Mat_Su Fish Advisory insists Yetna, Fish Creek escapements are being
ignored by F & G.
He wants this addressed. He insists F & G is "all Comm fish". They're very concerned.
He's threatening, or promising: "Emergency petition for escapement goals will be submitted for
the April 16 meeting (B of F), in the next couple of days."
This is also coming from Wayne Ross, evidently. (Per Mr. Knowles.)
Just got off the phone with him. He's ticked.
FYI - phone call I made to him was a courtesy to Wayne Ross - and the phone call didn't go very
well.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 6:28 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Cayce; Sunny C (GOV)
Cc: Sharon W Leighow; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)JPrivileged or Personal Materia; Balash; Joseph R
(GOV)
Subject: RE: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
You're awesome.
You're all awesome.
What a day...
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
We're working around that. Joe Balash is crafting the answers right now, Sharon will
ask the questions, we will have the answers in a teleprompter, and then send those
answers over the satellite tomorrow afternoon. It shouldn't take long, once we have
the answers. Expect them tonight.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 6:09 PM
To: Kari Spencer; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Cayce, Su nny C (GOV)'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)'; privileged or Pe rsonal Material
Subject: RE: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
don't know where this is - but we have a long cabinet meeting tomorrow during this
same time period?
Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Hi Meg, the Governor was reading the questions and thinking about the Energy
TV request for tomorrow a.m. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 2:04 PM
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To: 'Kari Spencer'; 'Cayce, Sunny C (GOV)'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow 1 ; 'Tibbies, M ichael A (GOV)';
Privileged or Personal Material Rei
Subject: FW: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
Importance: High
Hadn't heard back - could you please let me know when this will work? The
closer to the afternoon, the better. Thanks!
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 3:26 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer'; 'Cayce, Sunny C (GOV)'
Cc: 'Leighow, Sharon W (GOV)'; 'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
Importance: High
Kari,
I need about 30 minutes of the Governor's time Wednesday morning to record
an interview with Energy TV. The answers would be pre-recorded and we would
feed on the satellite. Does the Governor have time Wednesday morning?
Thanks,
meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 3:25 PM
To: 'Joe Balash'; 'Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc: 'Leighow, Sharon W (GOV)'; , meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: FW: Energy-TV Interview Request
Importance: High
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Energy TV would like an interview with the Governor and I thought this
Wednesday might work - the questions are below. What we need to do is simply
book the Governor's time, provide the answers to the questions below, use
the prompter and have her look to the side and answer the questions for use
by the TV station. I just need help on the answers. It needs to be very
conversationally written. Needs to be on 3:30pm Governor's feed Wednesday -
could record according to Governor's schedule on Wednesday morning and would
need answers by tomorrow. Possible?
Thanks,
Meg
Energy-TV is an independently produced television program based in
Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The show focuses on the energy sector,
primarily oil and gas; it began broadcasting in October 2006. Energy-TV
currently airs in the cities of Calgary, Edmonton, and Red Deer, Alberta;
it can also be viewed on-line at www.energy-tv.com.
As of April 7, 2007, Energy-TV will begin airing in Houston, Texas on
Saturdays at 1 1a.m., on ABC, with American content. On April 7th,
Energy-TV will be the lead-in for the NBA play-offs. This first episode
will be about natural gas; we would very much like to interview Governor
Palin for this episode.
The interview could take place at the Governor's office in Washington,
D.C. and we would need approximately 20 minutes of her time. Given the
scheduled air date, we would like to conduct the interview by March 28th,
if at all possible. The questions we propose asking are as follows:
1) Can you explain why your government is strongly supporting the
development of the North Slope Alaska Pipeline that will carry Alaskan gas
to both the U.S. and Canada? What would the economic losses be for Alaska
if this project does not proceed?
2) How important is the Alaskan gas to the future supply equation for the
U.S.?
3) Recently, the government of Alaska wrote into the Alaska Gasline
Inducement Act, a capital investment of $500 million, for the successful
applicant or group of applicants to reach regulatory certification. What
was the reason for including the monetary incentive? Has the incentive
been helping in the regulatory certification process?
4) What progress has been made so far with the Alaska Gasline Inducement
Act? How will that progress assist in the filial outlook of the North
Slope Alaska Pipeline?
5) Even if the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act proceeds, what is the
overview for the project? How long would it take for regulatory
completion, construction, and tie-in?
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6) What do you see as the major stumbling blocks in pushing this project
ahead?
7) Is your government watching the Mackenzie Valley pipeline application
in Canada to see what the best strategy is in dealing with so many
stakeholders? If Mackenzie gets a green light, many think that it will
open the north for both Canada and the U.S., and that the Mackenzie
project will become the pathway for Canadian gas in the Canadian pipeline,
soon followed by a U.S. pipeline that would carry U.S. gas. Is this
statement correct? Why or why not?
8) How would your project tie into Canadian infrastructure?
9) Where would the final destination be for Alaskan gas?
10) Is there anything else you would like to add for Energy-TV viewers?
I hope this note provides you with the information you need to respond to
our request. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact me
at (403) 444- 5779 or e-mail me at tracy@energy-tv.com.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this matter.
Best regards,
Tracy
Tracy Fowler
Line-up Producer
Energy-TV
www.energy-tv.com
tel (403) 444-5779
eel (403) 512-5910
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 2: 1 9 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Cayce; Sunny C (GOV); ' Sarah Palin'
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); privileged or Personal Material
Subject: RE: Energy-TV Interview Request/ Scheduling Request
Hi Meg, the Governor was reading the questions and thinking about the Energy-
TV request for tomorrow a.m. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 2:04 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer 1 ; "Cayce, Sunny C (GOV) 1
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)',-
meghanstapleton@hotmail . com
Subject: FW: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
Importance : High
Hadn't heard back - could you please let me know when this will work? The
closer to the afternoon, the better. Thanks!
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
-Original Message-
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From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 3:26 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer'; 'Cayce, Sunny C (GOV) 1
Cc: 'Leighow, Sharon W (GOV)'; 'meghan_stapleton@gov. state .ak. us'
Subject: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
Importance : High
Kari,
I need about 30 minutes of the Governor's time Wednesday morning to record
an interview with Energy TV. The answers would be pre-recorded and we would
feed on the satellite. Does the Governor have time Wednesday morning?
Thanks ,
meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 3:25 PM
To: 'Joe Balash'; 'Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc: 'Leighow, Sharon W (GOV)'; 'meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us'
Subject: FW-. Energy-TV Interview Request
Importance: High
Energy TV would like an interview with the Governor and I thought this
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Wednesday might work - the questions are below. What we need to do is simply
book the Governor's time, provide the answers to the questions below, use
the prompter and have her look to the side and answer the questions for use
by the TV station. I just need help on the answers. It needs to be very
conversationally written. Heeds to be on 3:30pm Governor's feed Wednesday -
could record according to Governor's schedule on Wednesday morning and would
need answers by tomorrow. Possible?
Thanks ,
Meg
*******
Energy-TV is an independently produced television program based in
Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The show focuses on the energy sector,
primarily oil and gas; it began broadcasting in October 2006. Energy-TV
currently airs in the cities of Calgary, Edmonton, and Red Deer, Alberta;
it can also be viewed on-line at www.energy-tv.com.
As of April 7, 2007, Energy-TV will begin airing in Houston, Texas on
Saturdays at 11a.m., on ABC, with American content. On April 7th,
Energy-TV will be the lead-in for the NBA play-offs. This first episode
will be about natural gas; we would very much like to interview Governor
Palin for this episode.
The interview could take place at the Governor's office in Washington,
D.C. and we would need approximately 20 minutes of her time. Given the
scheduled air date, we would like to conduct the interview by March 28th,
if at all possible. The questions we propose asking are as follows:
1) Can you explain why your government is strongly supporting the
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development of the North Slope Alaska Pipeline that will carry Alaskan gas
to both the U.S. and Canada? What would the economic losses be for Alaska
if this project does not proceed?
2) How important is the Alaskan gas to the future supply equation for the
U.S.?
3) Recently, the government of Alaska wrote into the Alaska Gasline
Inducement Act, a capital investment of $500 million, for the successful
applicant or group of applicants to reach regulatory certification. What
was the reason for including the monetary incentive? Has the incentive
been helping in the regulatory certification process?
4) What progress has been made so far with the Alaska Gasline Inducement
Act? How will that progress assist in the final outlook of the North
Slope Alaska Pipeline?
5) Even if the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act proceeds, what is the
overview for the project? How long would it take for regulatory
completion, construction, and tie-in?
6) What do you see as the major stumbling blocks in pushing this project
ahead?
7) Is your government watching the Mackenzie Valley pipeline application
in Canada to see what the best strategy is in dealing with so many
stakeholders? If Mackenzie gets a green light, many think that it will
open the north for both Canada and the U.S., and that the Mackenzie
project will become the pathway for Canadian gas in the Canadian pipeline,
soon followed by a U.S. pipeline that would carry U.S. gas. Is this
statement correct? Why or why not?
8) How would your project tie into Canadian infrastructure?
9) Where would the final destination be for Alaskan gas?
10) Is there anything else you would like to add for Energy- TV viewers?
I hope this note provides you with the information you need to respond to
our request. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact me
at (403) 444- 5779 or e-mail me at tracy@energy-tv.com.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this matter.
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Best regards,
Tracy-
Tracy Fowler
Line-up Producer
Energy- TV
www.energy-tv.com
tel (403) 444-5779
eel (403) 512-5910
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 6: 1 5 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Cayce; Sunny C (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); privileg ed or Personal Material Balash;
Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: RE: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
We're working around that. Joe Balash is crafting the answers right now, Sharon will ask the
questions, we will have the answers in a teleprompter, and then send those answers over
the satellite tomorrow afternoon. It shouldn't take long, once we have the answers. Expect
them tonight.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 6:09 PM
To: Kari Spencer; 'Meghan Stapleton'; "Cayce, Su nny C (GOV)'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)'; privileged or Personal Material
Subject: RE: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
don't know where this is - but we have a long cabinet meeting tomorrow during this same time
period?
Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Hi Meg, the Governor was reading the questions and thinking about the Energy
TV request for tomorrow a.m. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
— Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 2:04 PM
To: "Kari Spencer'; 'Cayce, Sunny C (GOV)'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)';
Privileged or Personal Material Rei
Subject: FW: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
Importance: High
Hadn't heard back - could you please let me know when this will work? The
closer to the afternoon, the better. Thanks!
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Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message —
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 3:26 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer 1 ; 'Cayce, Sunny C (GOV)'
Cc: 'Leighow, Sharon W (GOV)'; , meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: Energy-TV Interview Request / Scheduling Request
Importance: High
Kari,
I need about 30 minutes of the Governor's time Wednesday morning to record
an interview with Energy TV. The answers would be pre-recorded and we would
feed on the satellite. Does the Governor have time Wednesday morning?
Thanks,
meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 3:25 PM
To: 'Joe Balash*; 'Tibbies, Michael A (GOV)'
Cc: 'Leighow, Sharon W (GOV)'; 'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us ,
Subject: FW: Energy-TV Interview Request
Importance: High
Energy TV would like an interview with the Governor and I thought this
Wednesday might work - the questions are below. What we need to do is simply
book the Governor's time, provide the answers to the questions below, use
the prompter and have her look to the side and answer the questions for use
by the TV station. I just need help on the answers. It needs to be very
conversationally written. Needs to be on 3:30pm Governor's feed Wednesday -
could record according to Governor's schedule on Wednesday morning and would
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need answers by tomorrow. Possible?
Thanks,
Meg
Energy-TV is an independently produced television program based in
Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The show focuses on the energy sector,
primarily oil and gas; it began broadcasting in October 2006. Energy-TV
currently airs in the cities of Calgary, Edmonton, and Red Deer, Alberta;
it can also be viewed on-line at www.energy-tv.com.
As of April 7, 2007, Energy-TV will begin airing in Houston, Texas on
Saturdays at 1 1a.m., on ABC, with American content. On April 7th,
Energy-TV will be the lead-in for the NBA play-offs. This first episode
will be about natural gas; we would very much like to interview Governor
Palin for this episode.
The interview could take place at the Governor's office in Washington,
D.C. and we would need approximately 20 minutes of her time. Given the
scheduled air date, we would like to conduct the interview by March 28th,
if at all possible. The questions we propose asking are as follows:
1) Can you explain why your government is strongly supporting the
development of the North Slope Alaska Pipeline that will carry Alaskan gas
to both the U.S. and Canada? What would the economic losses be for Alaska
if this project does not proceed?
2) How important is the Alaskan gas to the future supply equation for the
U.S.?
3) Recently, the government of Alaska wrote into the Alaska Gasline
Inducement Act, a capital investment of $500 million, for the successful
applicant or group of applicants to reach regulatory certification. What
was the reason for including the monetary incentive? Has the incentive
been helping in the regulatory certification process?
4) What progress has been made so far with the Alaska Gasline Inducement
Act? How will that progress assist in the final outlook of the North
Slope Alaska Pipeline?
5) Even if the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act proceeds, what is the
overview for the project? How long would it take for regulatory
completion, construction, and tie-in?
6) What do you see as the major stumbling blocks in pushing this project
ahead?
7) Is your government watching the Mackenzie Valley pipeline application
in Canada to see what the best strategy is in dealing with so many
stakeholders? If Mackenzie gets a green light, many think that it will
open the north for both Canada and the U.S., and that the Mackenzie
project will become the pathway for Canadian gas in the Canadian pipeline,
soon followed by a U.S. pipeline that would carry U.S. gas. Is this
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statement correct? Why or why not?
8) How would your project tie into Canadian infrastructure?
9) Where would the final destination be for Alaskan gas?
10) Is there anything else you would like to add for Energy-TV viewers?
I hope this note provides you with the information you need to respond to
our request. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact me
at (403) 444- 5779 or e-mail me at tracy@energy-tv.com.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this matter.
Best regards,
Tracy
Tracy Fowler
Line-up Producer
Energy-TV
www.energy-tv.com
tel (403) 444-5779
eel (403) 512-5910
Looking for earth-friendly autos?
Browse Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Yahoo! Autos' Green Center.
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 3:58 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W
(GOV)
Subject: Diversity and the Daily News
Governor,
The information below is an FYI for you, especially since you may be meeting with Dr.
Patterson this Friday. Kris and I can brief you further, but I forwarded the information below
to Julia O'Malley this afternoon following a conversation that I had with her regarding
diversity in your administration.
Thanks,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 3:21 PM
To: meghan„stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: Diversity
Julia:
Just to review what you and I spoke about regarding the diversity of this administration.
This administration is incredibly diverse, and with only three months under our belt,
promises to grow in diversity as we fill positions throughout the state.
More specifically in the context of this story, Kris Perry, the Anchorage Office Director, and
the Palin Administration quite frankly, have a great relationship with the NAACP and its
president - and has had an open dialogue for some time now.
With regard to the Alaska Black Leadership Conference, Kris Perry has spoken with Dr.
Patterson in the past, and, in fact, just spoke with Dr. Patterson yesterday, who asked for
an update on the letter he sent just last week, requesting a meeting with the Governor.
Kris is working on the timing of that meeting. Kris told Dr. Patterson that she hoped to
have a look at the Governor's schedule by tomorrow. The Governor's schedule, as you can
imagine, is incredibly booked for time, especially over the next month. Dr. Patterson would
like to meet in Anchorage which makes it more difficult during the legislative session, as the
Governor spends most of her time in Juneau.
Dr. Patterson told Kris yesterday that he wants, and others on the Alaska Black Leadership
Council, want the meeting to be a town hall meeting to celebrate Alaska's first female
Governor. As you pointed out, obviously the tone of the letter and conversations we've had
far differ from the one conversation that you relayed to me.
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In terms of diversity, this administration does not begin its hiring process by segregating
applications according to ethnic / racial / gender backgrounds; however, we do make a conscious
effort, among qualified applicants, to ensure a diverse make-up, and that includes regional and
issue balances as well. In fact, during early review of applications, we don't even know who is
applying. We don't ask for pictures to be included and we're not going to; we look at the content
and qualifications of that resume and application. With that in mind, there is nothing that prohibits
every single one of those qualified applicants to be a minority.
Choosing between two:
As we discussed, if you look at two candidates with the exact same qualifications and one can offer
a different perspective to the position because of their gender, racial, ethnic, regional and / or
issues background, we would most likely favor the individual who can provide a different
perspective because of that diversity.
And again, with that in mind, we have reached out to members of the African-American community
for assistance in hiring - whether for administration positions or Boards and Commissions. In fact,
as one example, last week we called the Reverend Doctor William Greene to ask for his assistance
in providing input for the Governor's potential 1100 appointees to various Boards and
Commissions. Three months into office, she has appointed 44 individuals - and there are plenty of
opportunities.
Looking at her immediate cabinet members, four of the fourteen are minorities. A fifth was an
Acting Director of DNR, there may be others, but we haven't polled them to see. The Governor
just chose the most qualified applicants and they are what they are. I will poll for you - and see
what kind of responses I receive.
Additionally, in the Governor's immediate office, you can add others like Karen Rehfeld as OMB
Director, four female Regional Directors from Fairbanks to Wasilla, Anchorage, and Kenai, Sharon
Leighow as Deputy Communications Director/ Deputy Press Secretary, and Meghan Stapleton (me)
as the Communications Director / Press Secretary. I could go on...
I'm researching your other questions, including the titles and job descriptions of the two positions
eliminated as well as total positions eliminated.
Thanks for your time,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: Hartig, Larry [larry_hartig@dec.state.ak. us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 1 :06 PM
To: Sarah Palin; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us;
meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Easton; Dan; Kent; Lynn; Hay; Linda
Subject: RE; cruise ships
Governor,
DEC anticipates contracting for most of the Ocean Rangers services rather than having DEC employees
perform these tasks. We are in the process of preparing a draft RFP.
Although we cannot share the draft RFP with sponsors of the Cruise Ship initiative in advance of issuance
(since at least one of the sponsors may be involved in making a proposal), we plan to discuss the scope
of the requested services with them to confirm we are meeting the intent of the initiative. The scope of
work will include having Ocean Rangers on board large cruise ships while they are underway in Alaska
waters.
We expect to finalize the RFP and put it out within two to three weeks. DEC has previously had our
contractor (Mike Conway, retired Coast Guard and former DEC director) prepare a report (posted on
DEC'S website) that identifies the qualifications of the Ocean Rangers specified in the initiative, their
availability, scheduling, and additional training they will need to fulfill their duties.
We anticipate it will take the first cruise season to hire all of the Ocean Rangers, complete their training
and have them on board all vessels. However, we plan to start the season (early May) with DEC and
term contractor personnel on board some of the cruise ships. They will not be Ocean Rangers, but they
will be developing the checklists, duty descriptions, procedures and other necessary elements of the
Ocean Rangers' tasks. This effort will be subject to necessary appropriations and the cooperation of the
cruise ship companies. Please note that we currently do not have any appropriation for the Ocean
Ranger program. The House Finance Committee zeroed out our FY 08 Ocean Ranger increment and
may include intent language that monies for the program be included in the fiscal note for HB 164, the bill
that would modify the initiative.
Our goal is to implement the legal requirements of the Ocean Ranger program to the very best of our
ability. The initiative, as it is written, sets out the legal requirements. If the initiative is modified by the
legislature, then we will follow those legal requirements. DEC is not trying to change the law or interpret it
in anyway inconsistent with the intent of the voters.
I look forward to discussing this further with you tomorrow.
Larry
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 11:06 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state,ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
)ohn_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; Hartig, Larry
Subject: cruise ships
FYI - 1 have a call in to Larry Hartig to ask for update on cruise ship initiative that calls for
Ocean Rangers... Where are we on getting out an RFP for the service that's to be provided, or
how are we going to implement the off-shore monitoring requirement.
We're not to thwart the will of the people as they've voted for this program, though some
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legislators are evidently already trying to change aspects of the initiative. I support the voters' mandate.
We can talk about it tomorrow in cabinet meeting.
Be a PS3 game guru.
Get your game face on with the latest PS3 news and previews at Yahoo! Games.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 7:23 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: DOR article
This was on the home page of Fox News.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,259842 1 00.html
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: John Kate Owkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 5:22 AM
To: Marty Rutherford; Pat Galvin; Tom Irwin
Cc: Governor Sarah Palin; Joseph Balash; Meghan Stapleton; Michael Tibbies; Mike Nizich
Subject: Natural Gas OPEC?
This substantiates the argument the Governor has been making about
starting down the road to heavy reliance on natural gas imports. Just as for
oil, one can only imagine the price and supply implications associated with an
OPEC for natural gas.
Russia, Iran, Qatar to Discuss Gas OPEC, Attiyah Says (Update 1)
By Glen Carey
March 19 (Bloomberg) — Russia, Iran and Qatar, holders of the world's top-
three natural-gas reserves, will meet next month to consider establishing a
group similar to OPEC to coordinate gas policy, Qatar's energy minister said.
"We will meet at the gas forum on April 9 in Doha," the minister, Abdullah
bin Hamad al-Attiyah, said today in a phone interview from Doha. He said he
would wait for the results of the Doha meeting before deciding whether it
would be in Qatar's interest to coordinate its gas policy with a group of
countries.
The three countries will be joined by Algeria and Venezuela at the Doha
meeting, Al-Attiyah said.
The Moscow-based newspaper Kommersant reported today that five of the
world's biggest gas suppliers may create a gas equivalent to the Organization
of Petroleum Exporting Countries next month, citing unidentified Arab
diplomats. Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is the driving force
behind the "gas OPEC" and wants the new group to set gas transactions in
euros, the newspaper reported.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said last month the idea of a gas OPEC was
"a good proposition." Russia holds the largest gas reserves in the world.
Al-Attiyah said on Feb. 5 Qatar opposed Russian and Iranian proposals for an
OPEC-style group to manage gas pricing and supplies, saying gas was
contractually different from crude oil.
Qatar, the world's largest shipper of natural gas, plans to produce 77 million
tons a year by 2012 through 14 production trains. Six will produce 7.8 million
tons a year each, making them twice the size of an average unit elsewhere.
To contact the reporter on this story: Glen Carey in Dubai
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gcarev8@bloomberg. net
Last Updated: March 19, 2007 06:45 EDT
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
iwkatz@alaskadc.org . Thank you .
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer lkari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 5:18 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: Letter of Recommendation
Governor, is it okay to just use our form for a letter of recommendation for this person? Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Mary Havens [mailto:mary_havens@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 3:54 PM
To: 'Karl Spencer"
Subject: Letter of Recommendation
Kari,
Don Shiesl, former Public Works Director with Governor Palin would like to know if the governor would give him a
character reference for a substitute teaching position in the Mat-Su School District. If a letter of recommendation
could be written he greatly appreciates that. His phone number is 907-376-1462.
Thanks,
Mary A. Havens
Contstituent Relations Assistant
550 W. 7th Ave.
Anchorage, AK
907-269-7456
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 4:02 PM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Subject: RE: FYI - Mat Su Sport Fishery
thanks Denby - there's sure a lot of passion in these fisheries circles.
i admire your great efforts here!
Denby Lloyd <denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us> wrote:
Thanks for the heads up Governor.
I have spoken with Bruce a number of times, as has John Hilsinger and Kelly Hepler (directors of
commercial fisheries and sport fish). While I don't concur with him that we are ignoring the
Yentna, I understand his concerns. Our discussions have been vigorous but amiable.
Of course, Bruce's position is exactly opposed to that of Doug Blossom, Dave Martin, and many
commercial fishermen in Cook Inlet that you've been hearing from, who believe that we are not
doing enough to promote full commercial utilization of Cook Inlet salmon.
These are extremely tough questions, with strong polarized viewpoints out in the public.
From the department we can address the science (although not to everyone's satisfaction), but it
is the Board of Fisheries who gets to make the difficult public policy choices on what uses
(commercial, sport, personal use, etc.) are favored by their specific regulatory management
plans.
The emergency meeting of the Board of Fisheries on April 16 regarding the Cook Inlet salmon
management plans will be very contentious, with drift gill net, set gill net, Kenai sport, and
Susitna sport interests all at odds with one another.
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau. AK 99811 -5526
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 6:26 PM
To: denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak. us
Subject: FYI - Mat Su Sport Fishery
Bruce Knowles from Mat_Su Fish Advisory insists Yetna, Fish Creek escapements are
being ignored by F & G.
He wants this addressed. He insists F & G is "all Comm fish". They're very concerned.
He's threatening, or promising: "Emergency petition for escapement goals will be
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submitted for the April 16 meeting (B of F), in the next couple of days."
This is also coming from Wayne Ross, evidently. (Per Mr. Knowles.)
Just got off the phone with him. He's ticked.
FYI - phone call I made to him was a courtesy to Wayne Ross - and the phone call didn't go very
well.
Don't pick lemons.
See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos.
Get vour own web address.
Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21 , 2007 7:1 9 AM
To: John W Bitney
Subject: RE: FYI - Mat Su Sport Fishery
thanks JB - these folks are something else.
there's a lot of selfishness in the fisheries issues, I find. It's tempting to just fine good, objective,
fair Alaskans willing to serve on these boards even if they have NO fish experience - to show the
obsessed factions that we're not going to kowtow to any particular faction.
John Bitney <john_bitney@gov.state.ak.u$> wrote:
Bruce Knowles called me tonight after he spoke at you... still mad and belligerent.
I also had numerous conversations with Kenai Peninsula legislators and also with Doug
Blossom.
What a situation... holy cow. I have more of an appreciation of the crap you've been going
through... bless you.
I will submit you a report tomorrow on my efforts and thoughts.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 6:26 PM
To: denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FYI - Mat Su Sport Fishery
Bruce Knowles from Mat_Su Fish Advisory insists Yetna, Fish Creek escapements are
being ignored by F & G.
He wants this addressed. He insists F & G is "all Comm fish". They're very concerned.
He's threatening, or promising: "Emergency petition for escapement goals will be
submitted for the April 16 meeting (B of F), in the next couple of days."
This is also coming from Wayne Ross, evidently. (Per Mr. Knowles.)
Just got off the phone with him. He's ticked.
FYI - phone call I made to him was a courtesy to Wayne Ross - and the phone call didn't
go very well.
Don't pick lemons.
See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos.
Food fight? Enjoy some healthy debate
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in the Yahoo! Answers Food & Drink O&A.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21 , 2007 3:39 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Re: FW:
is share united way?
Ivy Frye <ivyJrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor Palin,
The SHARE campaign would like you to designate one of your commissioners as chair of the
statewide campaign. Last year's chair was Bill Noll. Anna Bell describes it as a figure head
position and mostly teleconferences involved. Whomever you designate I will let AnnaBell know
and also contact that commissioner.
Thanks,
Ivy
From: Anna Bell Stevens [mailto:astevens@ak.org]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 2:29 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: RE:
Last year's chair was Commissioner William Noll. (Very little time, Mostly figure head) For time
and some of what it takes talk with Dorie Choquette 465-3666, she was the State wide
coordinator two years ago and did an outstanding job. A lot is done thru tele-conference and
emails. The Steering Committee is the only committee that has meetings and that is just to get
the things in line and going. And we usually hold those meetings here at United Way and tele-
conference the other locations.
AnnaBell
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:Jvy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 1:19 PM
To: Anna Bell Stevens
Subject: RE:
Anna Bell,
Thank you for the email. Who was the chair last year? What is the time commitment? Where
are the meetings? These are the things I will need to know before I sit down and discuss with
Governor Palin who she will designate to serve.
Best regards,
Ivy Frye
From: Anna Bell Stevens [mailto:astevens@ak.org]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 10:23 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject:
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Good Morning Ivy, I need to pick you brain. I work with the "SHARE CAMPAIGN", which is State
Employee's campaign. Each year the Governor appoints one of their Commissioners to be State Wide
chair and he in turn picks one of his people to be State wide Coordinator or assistant Chair or what ever
they want to call them. Who do we need to speak with in order to have Governor Palin to appoint the
Chair?
Thank you for any help,
AnnaBell
AnnaBell Stevens
AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison
United Way of Anchorage
701 W. 8th Avenue, Suite 230
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
P. 907.263.3808
F. 907.263.3801
www.unitedwavofanchoraqe.org
Imagine 50 Years
Finding fabulous fares is fun.
Let Yahoo! FareChase search your favorite travel sites to find flight and hotel bargains.
11/10/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21 , 2007 2:38 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW
Governor Palin,
The SHARE campaign would like you to designate one of your commissioners as chair of the statewide
campaign. Last year's chair was Bill Noll. Anna Bell describes it as a figure head position and mostly
teleconferences involved. Whomever you designate I will let AnnaBell know and also contact that commissioner.
Thanks,
Ivy
From: Anna Bell Stevens [mailto:astevens@ak.org]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 2:29 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: RE:
Last year's chair was Commissioner William Noll. (Very little time, Mostly figure head) For time and some of what
it takes talk with Dorie Choquette 465-3666, she was the State wide coordinator two years ago and did an
outstanding job. A lot is done thru tele-conference and emails. The Steering Committee is the only committee
that has meetings and that is just to get the things in line and going. And we usually hold those meetings here at
United Way and tele-conference the other locations.
AnnaBell
From: Ivy Frye [mailto:ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 1:19 PM
To: Anna Bell Stevens
Subject: RE:
Anna Bell,
Thank you for the email. Who was the chair last year? What is the time commitment? Where are the meetings?
These are the things I will need to know before I sit down and discuss with Governor Palin who she will designate
to serve.
Best regards,
Ivy Frye
From: Anna Bell Stevens [mailto:astevens@ak.org]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 10:23 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject:
Good Morning Ivy, I need to pick you brain. I work with the "SHARE CAMPAIGN", which is State Employee's
campaign. Each year the Governor appoints one of their Commissioners to be State Wide chair and he in
turn picks one of his people to be State wide Coordinator or assistant Chair or what ever they want to call them.
Who do we need to speak with in order to have Governor Palin to appoint the Chair?
Thank you for any help,
8/26/2009
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AnnaBell
AnnaBell Stevens
AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison
United Way of Anchorage
701 W. 8th Avenue, Suite 230
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
P. 907.263.3808
F. 907.263.3801
www.unitedwayofanchorage.org
Imagine 50 Years
8/26/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21 , 2007 12:51 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Secret cell for Lt. Gov.
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Red
The Lt. Gov. has a new secret cell phone:
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Privileged c
8/24/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21 , 2007 3:40 PM
To: 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: Commerce Boards
Per your request regarding boards in the Department of Commerce:
Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI)
Serves at the pleasure of the governor
The current chair is Mark Palmer
Alaska Railroad Corporation
Serves at the pleasure of the governor
The current chair is John Binkley
Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA)
Cause is required for removal
The current chair is Mike Barry
Alaska Aerospace Development Corporation
Cause is required for removal
The current chair is Mark Hamilton
Regulatory Commission of Alaska (RCA)
Cause is required for removal
The current chair is Kate Giard
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/31/2009
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From: Denby Lloyd [denbyJloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21 , 2007 8:39 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us'; 'john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: RE: FYI - Mat Su Sport Fishery
Thanks for the heads up Governor.
I have spoken with Bruce a number of times, as has John Hilsinger and Kelly Hepier (directors of commercial
fisheries and sport fish). While I don't concur with him that we are ignoring the Yentna, I understand his concerns.
Our discussions have been vigorous but amiable.
Of course, Bruce's position is exactly opposed to that of Doug Blossom, Dave Martin, and many commercial
fishermen in Cook Inlet that you've been hearing from, who believe that we are not doing enough to promote full
commercial utilization of Cook Inlet salmon.
These are extremely tough questions, with strong polarized viewpoints out in the public. From the department we
can address the science (although not to everyone's satisfaction), but it is the Board of Fisheries who gets to
make the difficult public policy choices on what uses (commercial, sport, personal use, etc.) are favored by their
specific regulatory management plans.
The emergency meeting of the Board of Fisheries on April 16 regarding the Cook Inlet salmon management plans
will be very contentious, with drift gill net, set gill net, Kenai sport, and Susitna sport interests all at odds with one
another.
DL.
Denby S.Uoyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 6:26 PM
To: denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FYI - Mat Su Sport Fishery
Bruce Knowles from Mat_Su Fish Advisory insists Yetna, Fish Creek escapements are being ignored by
F&G.
He wants this addressed. He insists F & G is "all Comm fish". They're very concerned.
He's threatening, or promising: "Emergency petition for escapement goals will be submitted for the
April 16 meeting (B of F), in the next couple of days."
This is also coming from Wayne Ross, evidently. (Per Mr. Knowles.)
Just got off the phone with him. He's ticked.
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FYI - phone call I made to him was a courtesy to Wayne Ross - and the phone call didn't go very well.
Don't pick lemons.
See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo? Autos.
8/25/2009
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From: Patrick Galvin [patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 8:00 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV);
Anders; Bruce F (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: RE: Legislative powers
Yes, you're right, and that is how we've been presenting the issue at the hearings. The
article takes the perspective of comparing AGIA's legislative review process (veto) to the
one in the SGDA (approval), and then characterizing it as a loss of legislative power.
From the quotes of legislators in the article, that also seems to be how they are trying
to frame the issue. During our hearings, we've reminded legislators of their discussions
last year over whether the SGDA's required legislative approval was constitutional; we've
pointed out that the veto structure of AGIA would have a stronger constitutional
foundation, while protecting their ability to make sure the commissioners don't make a bad
decision.
AGIA provides the legislature with the role as a safety valve to prevent a mistake by the
commissioners before we set off with a licensee. It does not require the legislature to
meet and discuss what will hopefully be a well supported decision by the commissioners.
SGDA required the legislature to convene and approve. AGIA gives them the option whether
to convene, or just let it go.
In all honesty, given what we heard at our legislative briefings before AGIA was
introduced ("that will be our FIRST amendment"), we've had less push back on this so far
than I expected. I think our approach has merit, and some legislators recognize that.
We'll see. . .
■Pat
Original Message-----
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 7:34 AM
To: patrick_galvin@revenue. state. ak. us; gov.sarah@yahoo.com;
marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us ; tom_irwin@dnr . state . ak . us ; j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us ;
bruce_anders@dnr . state . ak . us ; mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us ; j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us
Cc : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us ; sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: Legislative powers
Not sure what juneau empire means as it writes legislature is asked to give up powers by
merely blessing agia partner ... It's a sensible tactic considering speaker John harris
said early on that I didn't have to, nor should I, bring it before the legislature for
approval, no?
Sarah Palin
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Original Message
From-. "Patrick Galvin''<patrick_galvin@revemie. state. ak.us>
To: "Sarah Palin" <gov. sarah@yahoo.com> ;
"marty_rutherf ordodnr . state . ak . us" <marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us> ; "Tom
Irwin" <tom_irwin@dnr . state . ak . us> ;
" joe_balash@gov . state . ak.us" < joe_balash@gov . state . ak . us> ;
"bruce_anders@dnr . state . ak . us " <bruce_anders@dnr . state . ak . us> ;
"mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak .us" <mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us> ;
" j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us " < j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us>
Sent: 3/19/07 10:52 PM
Subject: RE: gas tax
Governor, We will look at the tax credit suggestion, and see if there is some aspect of
it we can use. On first blush, there are a few problems with the idea, though.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Pei
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted 1 it ' s good to see —
folks looking for ways to try to solve this problem. It shows the public wants to provide
something, but is struggling with us to figure out what is constitutional. -Pat From:
Sarah Palin [mailto: gov.sarah@ya
hoo.com] Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 1:19 PM To: patrick_galvin@revenue. state. ak.us , •
marty__rutherf ordodnr. state, ak.us; Tom Irwin; j oe_balash@gov . state. ak.us ;
bruce_anders@dnr . state . ak . us ; mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us ; j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: gas tax Pat, et al: Here's a sound suggestion, it seems, from a friend. (Please
see below.) May this be pursued??? Date: Sat, 17 Mar 2007 08:04:42 -0800 To:
spalin@mtaonline.net Subject: Gas Tax Sorry to bother you. I know how many folks are
trying to get your attention, but I couldn't help but write over the latest flap by the
legislature regarding a possible Constitutional problem with your team's proposed 10 year
gas tax exemption for pipeline builders. The solution seems obvious to me and is in the
control of the legislature if they wish to support pipeline construction and avoid a
Constitutional issue. They can pass tax legislation now that says any company that helps
build a gas pipeline will still calculate the tax an
d file a return, but once gas flows they get a 10-year gas tax credit to be taken at the
rate of one- tenth of the amount spent on construction each year or the amount of the tax,
whichever is less. It would have to be carefully worded, but by passing it now it becomes
a general tax credit provision that avoids constitutional problems and is not limited to
any particular company or companies as part of a contract or agreement. It might be a
good idea for your team to consider drafting proposed legislation and laying it on the
table of the legislature. You could then say, "Here's a solution. Do you want a pipeline
or not?" Good luck. By the way... you're doing a great job and from what I hear you're
still getting a positive response from most state workers. --
Get your own web address. Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business.
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 12:44 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Jeff Baker-former Wasilla youth pastor
Importance: High
Jeff Baker, a former Wasilla Youth Pastor is visiting Alaska and found out you are Governor! He's in Ketchikan
for a few days, his cell is 402-21 8-3228 if you'd like to call him.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 9:02 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: SHARE Campaign
Governor Palin,
Here's what I found out about the SHARE Campaign.
SHARE is run by state employees. The campaign management organization is United Way of Alaska (acting as a
treasurer, auditing and distributing contributions to the state's selected charities). You appoint a member of your
cabinet to chair the steering committee and the commissioner then selects a designee to act as the campaign
coordinator.
Last year the designated cabinet member was Bill Noll and he selected Sally Saddler to be the campaign
coordinator. This year, if you chose to designate Commissioner Notti, he would presumably appoint Sally (or
Joey) to coordinate.
Planning will take place this Spring as soon as a chair is in place. The campaign takes place in September.
Hope ail is well down at your end of the hall,
Ivy
From: Dorie Choquette [mailto:dorie_choquette@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 8:43 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: SHARE Campaign
Hi Ivy,
I had the 2005 website saved and thought that it might help. I'll try to get the link for last years too.
Basically the first step is for the Governor to appoint a member of her cabinet to be the campaign chair. That
Commissioner in turn appoints a campaign coordinator to actually run the campaign.
I'll give you a calf too.
Dorie
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 3:27 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: msg from Andy Couch
Andy wrote to the general governor account and his message was forwarded to me.
Governor Palin,
I would like to thank you for the interested expressed by your office concerning my
possible availability to serve on the Alaska Board of Fisheries. As I
mentioned to Ivy
over the phone, this is not a good time for me to take up such a demanding
position, but I was honored to be conisdered as a possible candidate, and a year or
two in the future may be willing to put my hat in the ring for consideration.
Thank You for your consideration,
Andy Couch
f ishing@f ish4 salmon . com
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 2:16 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'John Bitrtey'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Christopher Clark'
Subject: Longevity Bonus
Just watched on Gavel to Gavel as Rep Nelson offered an amendment to include Longevity Bonus funding in the
operating budget. She said she was doing it "to honor the governor's request." The amendment failed 6-4, but I
still thought it was awesome.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 2:16 PM
To: Sarah Palin; John Bitney; "Michael Tibbies'; Christopher Clark
Subject: Longevity Bonus
Just watched on Gavel to Gavel as Rep Nelson offered an amendment to include Longevity Bonus funding in the
operating budget. She said she was doing it "to honor the governor's request." The amendment failed 6-4, but I
still thought it was awesome.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 2:16 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'John Bitney'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Christopher Clark"
Subject: Longevity Bonus
Just watched on Gavel to Gavel as Rep Nelson offered an amendment to include Longevity Bonus funding in the
operating budget. She said she was doing it "to honor the governor's request." The amendment failed 6-4, but I
still thought it was awesome.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 2:16 PM
To: Sarah Palirt; John Bitney; 'Michael Tibbies'; Christopher Clark
Subject: Longevity Bonus
Just watched on Gavel to Gavel as Rep Nelson offered an amendment to include Longevity Bonus funding in the
operating budget. She said she was doing it "to honor the governor's request." The amendment failed 6-4, but I
still thought it was awesome.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/25/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 3:27 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: msg from Andy Couch
Andy wrote to the general governor account and his message was forwarded to me.
Governor Palin,
I would like to thank you for the interested expressed by your office concerning my
possible availability to serve on the Alaska Board of Fisheries. As I
mentioned to Ivy
over the phone, this is not a good time for me to take up such a demanding
position, but I was honored to be conisdered as a possible candidate, and a year or
two in the future may be willing to put my hat in the ring for consideration.
Thank You for your consideration,
Andy Couch
fishing@fish4salmon.com
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/25/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 3:41 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Alert for Monday, March 26
Governor, I want to alert you that the Alaska Municipal League will meet with Bitney and Tibbies on Monday (the
holiday) from 2:00-3:30pm in our conference room. We previously told them you would be out of town. I just
wanted you to know there would be a full house here during that timeframe Kari.
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Joe Balash [Joe_Balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 8:48 AM
To: 'govpalin@gov.state.ak.us'; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Mason; Janice L (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); 'Martha Fischbach'
Subject: I know it's late...
.but here's the Sempra briefing memo
6/9/2009
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MEMORANDUM STATE OF ALASKA
Office of the Governor
TO: Governor Sarah Palin DATE: 3/22/07
FROM: JoeBalash TELEPHONE: 907-465-4022
SUBJECT: Briefing paper regarding Sempra meeting 3/ 22/ 07
Based in San Diego, Sempra Energy is a Fortune 500 energy services company with 2006
revenues of nearly $12 billion. Sempra Energy serves the largest customer base of any
energy utility in the United States. With 14,000 employees worldwide, the Sempra
Energy companies develop energy infrastructure, operate utilities, and provide related
products and services to more than 29 million consumers in the United States, Europe,
Canada, Mexico, South America and Asia.
Sempra LNG is one of the companies held by Sempra Energy and leads efforts to
develop, build and operate liquefied natural gas receipt terminals. At this time, Sempra
LNG is developing three terminals to serve North American markets: Cameron LNG in
Louisiana, Port Arthur LNG in Texas, and Energia Costa Azul in Mexico.
In early 2005, Sempra Energy entered into a development arrangement with the Alaska
Gasline Port Authority whereby Sempra provided a significant infusion of cash to
AGPA. The value of that agreement was estimated to be in the high hundreds of
thousands of dollars, but short of one million. AGPA spent heavily on advertising and
lobbying, but it is unclear to me how much was spent on development activities
(planning, economists, attorneys, etc.). Sempra was seeking a supply for its Mexico
LNG receiving terminal and expressed profound interest in Alaska gas. Following the
Murkowski brush-off later that summer, Sempra allowed its arrangement with AGPA
to lapse and soon thereafter announced a supply arrangement with BP.
Today's meeting will include the president and chief operating officer of Sempra
Energy, Neal Schmale. He is responsible for implementing the company's growth
strategy for overall management of the Sempra Energy companies. He has been a
member of the board of directors since 2005 and previously served as executive vice
president and chief financial officer. Before his career at Sempra, he spent 29 years at
UNOCAL, serving in a range of jobs that culminated in the position of chief financial
officer.
Also attending will be the president and chief executive officer of Sempra LNG, Darcel
Hulse. Mr. Hulse also spent his career at UNOCAL prior to joining Sempra. He served
in a variety of positions, including engineering, construction, and business
development.
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 5:07 PM
To: 'Sarah Palm'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow;3fflrom/V(GOV)
Subject: FW: Governor Palin's photo and title
Importance: High
FYIonly.
AP called today because of this picture. "They wanted to verify your position. I said that the
Governor does not feel that it is appropriate to advise Alaskans on how to vote on the issue.
We have already asked this group to remove the Governor's official photo and her title from
their website."
I then emailed the group - in follow-up to Sharon Leighow's.
Thanks,
Meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 5:06 PM
To: information@voteyesformarriagealaska.org
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Governor Palin's photo and title
Importance: High
Again, on behalf of Governor Sarah Palin, I respectfully ask that you remove the Governor's
official portrait and title from your website. As has already been conveyed, the Governor
does not feel that it is appropriate to advise Alaskans on how to vote on the issue.
Thank you for your immediate attention.
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
11/10/2009
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 8:35 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Subject: FW: An email I got from Dan Fagan
FYI only. To keep in the back of your minds as we move forward and prove him wrong.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Patrick Galvin [mailto:patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 7:37 AM
To: Sharon Leighow; Meghan Stapleton; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: An email I got from Dan Fagan
So much for Dan Fagan turning a corner...
-Pat
From: Rep. Beth Kerttula [mailto: Representative 8eth_Kerttula@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 7:06 AM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; patrick_gafvin@revenue.state.ak.us; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us;
marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us
Cc: Chris_Clark@gov.state.ak.us; Lisa Weissler; Hannah McCarty; Frank Ameduri
Subject: An email I got from Dan Fagan
Do you suppose TRex put him up to this??? Ugh. Beth
From: dan fagan [mailto:dan@kfqd.com]
Sent: Fri 3/23/2007 5:25 AM
To: Rep. Beth Kerttula
Subject:
Legislators, where is your courage? Many of you know Governor Sarah Palin's anti free market Alaska
gas line inducement act or A.G.I.A significantly delays the project and is almost certainly a road to
litigation. .
The governor says she believes in competition, but refuses to recognize the three major producers,
Exxon, Bp, and Conoco Philips have already legally, fairly, and legitimately competed for the rights to get
our gas to market. They paid millions for the rights and frankly ifs worked out well for the state. As a
result of the leases the industry has spent more than 50-billion dollars in infrastructure in Alaska and
they've pumped more than 70-billion dollars into our state coffers. 70-billion. Our partnership with the
industry has also made us the richest state in the nation and given us a thriving economy. And now that
prices and lower forty demand make it economically viable to start moving our gas to market, our
governor refuses to sit across the table with the gas lease holders and negotiate. Amazing! Legislators,
you know this is wrong and yet you lack the courage to say so.
11/10/2009
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The dog and pony show allowing a couple of the governor's bureaucrats to pick a pipeline company to build the
largest construction project in North American history and then demand the producers foot the bill for it is absurd.
A.G.I.A. is a classic case of putting the cart before the horse. All under the guise of being tough on big oil.
Legislators you know this. Why remain silent? I know the governor is wildly popular. I know going against her will
cost you with the public. But what about the future of the state?
Legislators, you know without the three producers there is no deal. No Pipeline. The big three must agree to ship
the gas they have lease rights to down the pipeline. They are taking the majority of the risk. Legislators you know
this. You know you know this.
Time continues to go by, the price of steal rises, planners who project ten years ahead in the lower forty- eight are
forced to look at other options than Alaska for their future gas needs. All this while the oil flowing through the
Alyeska pipeline diminishes at a significant rate. Lawmakers what will you do then? When the money runs out.
More than a year has passed since anyone from the state sat across the table from the producers in serious
negotiations. February 20 th 2006. That's the day former Governor Frank Murkowski got producers to agree to a
contract for fiscal terms. Rejecting Governor Murkowski's deal with the producers may have had merit. But
completely cutting off negotiations with the lease holders, is that really were we should be right now? Think about
it. Maybe negotiations will reveal the big three unreasonable and we'll have to sue and take the leases back. But
let's find out now, not years from now.
Despite the belief of some, our governor is capable of taking a stand. Remember her fully backing, supporting,
and endorsing the Port Authority's plan, with no gas, no way of getting gas, no way to ship the gas and no one to
buy the gas. Our governor has apparently backed off her enthusiastic support of the Port Authority's go no where
scheme. Legislators it is your job to push her into dealing with the producers now. Not caving to them, but at the
very least committing to sitting down with them and doing her best to get a deal. You must remind the governor
the campaign is over, we know she's not Frank, now get down to the business of being a leader and negotiating a
deal for a pipeline in time to offset the decline in oil production I
Refusing to negotiate defies all logic and common sense. It borders on the bizarre. Lawmakers you know this.
Many of you have studied this issue and understand what it will take to get our gas to market. Stand up for the
people who elected you. Stand up to a popular governor. History will vindicate you. Have some courage!
Dan Fagan
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 5:30 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FW: Governor on your website
Importance: High
FYI again. Mary Pemberton with the AP called to tell me that it's a downloadable Bible insert
on the Alaska Family Council website. It prompted the note below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907,321.4975 c
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 5:29 PM
To: 'info@alaskafamilycouncil.org'
Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'; 'meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: Governor on your website
Importance: High
Jim,
Again, on behalf of Governor Sarah Palin, I respectfully ask that you remove the Governor's
official portrait and title from your website. As has already been conveyed, the Governor
does not feel that it is appropriate to advise Alaskans on how to vote on the issue. The fact
that you still have the Governor and the Lieutenant Governor on a downloadable document
is entirely inappropriate.
Thank you for your immediate attention.
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 12:02 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Cc: Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Talis J Colberg; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA);
Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); bruceanders888@hotmail.com;
Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Patrick S Galvin; Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Clark; Christopher G
(GOV)
Subject: RE: An email I got from Dan Fagan
This is the same guy who called these same legisators idiots for not backing murkowski ' s
deal.
I sat across the table from conoco, again, not more than 24hrs ago. Does fagan know how
often we've worked w/producers and competitive independents in the whole 3 mos we've been
in office?
He still won't admit to who feeds him the bull he eats about us refusing to work w/
producers. He, sitting in such a seat of judgment, would actully have some credibility if
his claims could be backed up w/legitimate sources. How refreshing if he could be open and
transparent about his true motivation here.
One too many lunches w/his peeps?
Feel free to share w/Rep. Kertulla, et al.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Meghan Stapleton"<meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>
To : "' Sarah Palin ' " <gov . sarahOyahoo . com> ; " ' Kris Perry ' " <kris_perry@gov . state . ak . us>
Sent: 3/23/07 7:36 AM.
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From: Patrick Galvin [mailto:patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 7:37 AM
To: Sharon Leighow; Meghan Stapleton; joe_balash@gov. state. ak. us;
j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 7:06 AM
To : j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us ; patrick__galvin@revenue . state . ak . us ;
tora_irwin®dnr . state . ak . us ; marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state . ak . us
Do you suppose TRex put him up to this??? Ugh.
From: dan fagan [mailto:dan@kfqd.com]
Sent: Fri 3/23/2007 5:25 AM
Sub j ect :
Legislators, where is your courage? Many of you know Governor Sarah Palin's
anti free market Alaska gas line inducement act or A. G.I. A significantly
delays the project and is almost certainly a road to litigation. .
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The governor says she believes in competition, but refuses to recognize the
three major producers, Exxon, Bp, and Conoco Philips have already legally,
fairly, and legitimately competed for the rights to get our gas to market.
They paid millions for the rights and frankly it's worked out well for the
state. As a result of the leases the industry has spent more than 50-billion
dollars in infrastructure in Alaska and they've pumped more than 70 -billion
dollars into our state coffers. 70-billion. Our partnership with the
industry has also made us the richest state in the nation and given us a
thriving economy. And now that prices and lower forty demand make it
economically viable to start moving our gas to market, our governor refuses
to sit across the table with the gas lease holders and negotiate. Amazing!
Legislators, you know this is wrong and yet you lack the courage to say so.
The dog and pony show allowing a couple of the governor's bureaucrats to
pick a pipeline company to build the largest construction project in North
American history and then demand the producers foot the bill for it is
absurd. A. G.I. A. is a classic case of putting the cart before the horse. All
under the guise of being tough on big oil. Legislators you know this. Why
remain silent? I know the governor is wildly popular. I know going against
her will cost you with the public. But what about the future of the state?
Legislators, you know without the three producers there is no deal. No
Pipeline. The big three must agree to ship the gas they have lease rights to
down the pipeline. They are taking the majority of the risk. Legislators you
know this. You know you know this.
Time continues to go by, the price of steal rises, planners who project ten
years ahead in the lower forty- eight are forced to look at other options
than Alaska for their future gas needs. All this while the oil flowing
through the Alyeska pipeline diminishes at a significant rate. Lawmakers
what will you do then? when the money runs out.
More than a year has passed since anyone from the state sat across the table
from the producers in serious negotiations. February 20th 2006. That's the
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day former Governor Frank Murkowski got producers to agree to a contract for
fiscal terms. Rejecting Governor Murkowski 's deal with the producers may-
have had merit. But completely cutting off negotiations with the lease
holders, is that really were we should be right now? Think about it. Maybe
negotiations will reveal the big three unreasonable and we'll have to sue
and take the leases back. But let's find out now, not years from now.
Despite the belief of some, our governor is capable of taking a stand.
Remember her fully backing, supporting, and endorsing the Port Authority's
plan, with no gas, no way of getting gas, no way to ship the gas and no one
to buy the gas. Our governor has apparently backed off her enthusiastic
support of the Port Authority's go no where scheme. Legislators it is your
job to push her into dealing with the producers now. Not caving to them, but
at the very least committing to sitting down with them and doing her best to
get a deal. You must remind the governor the campaign is over, we know she's
not Frank, now get down to the business of being a leader and negotiating a
deal for a pipeline in time to offset the decline in oil production 1
Refusing to negotiate defies all logic and common sense. It borders on the
bizarre. Lawmakers you know this. Many of you have studied this issue and
understand what it will take to get our gas to market. Stand up for the
people who elected you. Stand up to a popular governor. History will
vindicate you. Have some courage!
Dan Fagan
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 6:05PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FW: Governor Interview
I forward this only as an FYI, as you can imagine, since Bob may bring this
up at a future press conference.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 O
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From: junobob@att.net [mailto:junobob@att.net]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 5:58 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton
Cc : sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: Re: Governor Interview
Meghan,
We seem to be having a very hard time communicating and you seem to be
getting very distorted explanations of my comments and concerns.
As you are aware I've been asking since November for an interview with the
governor to learn the fisheries policies she intends to pursue this term. I
also know that Wesley Loy at the Daily News also asked for an interview last
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November and I'm pretty sure Intrafish did not ask for one that long ago.
Hence, it was surprising to see that the governor gives what Intrafish
seemed to suggest was an indepth interview to an out-of-state publication,
not to mention one owned by multi-national salmon farm corporations.
Not much of an endorsement for an Alaska- first policy.
Next, you seem to have the idea that an interview is an interview is an
interview and since I had one interview with her on the subject of the
governor's positions on environmental issues that suffices and somehow
responds to the policy interview request .
I was doing a proper journalist's job, trying to get all sides of a
story, when I sought her comments on why her positions on environmental
issues has been, and remains, absolutely identical to her predecessor. My
expectation is the administration would have complained if I had published
my report without seeking a comment on that issue. (And the governor's claim
that the factual record of her identical positions on specific issues with
the Murkowski administration is "nonsensical" didn't do much for her
credibility either.)
The governor is very reclusive when it comes to media contacts. She pops
out to deliver sound bites and appears for brief "news conferences" at bill
signings and isn't at all responsive to questions at those. The legislative
session is past the halfway point and she has not had a single general news
conference with a reasonable amount of time for reporters to ask her about
pending bills and issues . This is a fascinating contrast to the legislature
where all four political caucuses have found weekly news conferences very
useful .
To be blunt, the Palin administration's press office is the worst I have
known in 17+ sessions and now 5 governors I have covered in Juneau. Your
responsiveness is very slow and always truncated. The inefficiency makes
both of our jobs more difficult.
In my career here and in other states I have never known a press
secretary who makes herself so unavailable to the press. I cannot recall the
last time I tried your mobile phone number and you actually answered or even
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when the mailbox was not full. Likewise, you have demonstrated a policy of
refusing to take calls to your office in Anchorage.
Clearly this administration's so-called 'transparency' policy does not
extend to media relations.
At the same time, while it is so difficult for reporters to talk to
administration spokespersons you always seem to get your 'canned' news out.
The fact that you have not replaced Charles Fedullo after close to a
month also seems to indicate responsiveness to the press is a low priority.
And in that regard whatever Sharon Leighow is getting paid is not enough
because she seems to be doing her utmost to do a proper press secretary's
job.
Lastly, I don't care in the least where you live or spend your time and I
have never been told that flying on a plane would endanger you or your
coming child. I have been told only that you want to be near your physician
in Anchorage. I don't have the vaguest idea when you are due, but if you
want to keep bad-mouthing me like that we're going to have some real
problems.
You could be much more responsive from anywhere in the state if that was
your desire and it is a waste of time and public funds to keep flying Sharon
down here for a few days when the governor needs a handler in Juneau.
All of these things very clearly raise the question of how much time you
spend on the job and I am still waiting for the record of your time at work,
now a week later than I was told I would get it . If you want a freedom of
information request for it they're quite easy to produce.
If your pregnancy requires you to be away from your job for substantial
periods of time it would seem to me that an honest administration would
acknowledge that fact and take a leave of absence rather than having a press
secretary who does a half-assed job while probably overstressing yourself
and your baby to boot .
The bottom line is that I would like to see a press office that can
provide answers the same day or at least within a reasonable amount of time.
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I don't believe that is an unreasonable expectation.
I would be happy to discuss these comments with you at any time and still
retain the hope that the Palin administration will begin showing some
respect for the important work the press corps does.
Sincerely,
Bob
Bob Tkacz
Correspondent ,
Fishermen's News Magazine
Writer & Publisher,
Laws for the SEA
Office PH: 907-463-5455
Mobile: 01-907-723-4314
Email: junobob@att.net
415 Harris St., Suite 203
Juneau, AK 99801
-- Original message
From: Meghan N Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
>
> Bob,
>
> I heard that you were upset because we provided an interview to
> IntraFish. This is my fault and I am very sorry.
>
> I specifically waited until after your Sunday interview with the
> Governor in February and left plenty of time between the two
> interviews because Sharon and I purposefully wanted to give you first
> access to the Governor.
> Since you asked the Commissioner and the Governor for interviews and
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> spent a half hour with each, it was my understanding that your initial
> request had been satisfied. I am sorry to hear that was not the
> case. IntraFish got 15 minutes combined, with the Governor and the
> Commissioner, after they waited as well.
>
> I recognize that we have arranged the "real" interview now to happen
> for you. Thanks for your understanding. And, again, my apologies as
> it was always our intention to give you first "dibs" and I thought
> that we had.
>
> Thanks,
> Meg
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 3:36 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Other
If she does at all, she uses "Heath," her maiden name.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 3:00 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer'
Subject: FW: Other
Does the Governor give out her middle name?
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 9:14 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Other
Web mail from: Ms. Allena Baysinger
address: 9503 Antler Way Juneau AK 99801
MESSAGE:
Hi Sarah Palin! I saw you at the governor's house in December before Christmas! My School
went there and
sang songs. I go to Faith Community School. I was wondering what your middle name was? Well
i was also
wondering if they are going to build the road to skagway?Well please write backlAllena
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lenabaysinger@hotmail . com
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2007 3:43 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Soldier Brevard funeral
Hi Governor. They have scheduled the funeral for Staff Sergeant Brevard for Wed. 3/28 at 1 :00pm. He was a
Dimond High graduate. You are scheduled to be in Juneau in that morning, Alyeska meeting set for 10:00am and
Pioneer set for 1 1 :00am; then you travel Jno/Anch at 1 :40pm. Do you want to change this schedule to attend the
funeral? Lt. Gov. doesn't get back from his trip until night of 3/28. Sorry.
8/24/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 9: 1 4 AM
To: marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us; bruceanders888
©hotmail.com; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; russ_kelly@gov.state.ak.us;
larry_hartig@dec.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; sr_pamell@gov.state.ak.us;
kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us; emil_notti@commerce.state.ak.us;
roger_sampson@eed.state.ak.us;talis_colberg@law.state.ak.us;
clark_bishop@labor. state.ak. us
Subject: FW: RE: Governor Interview
I am so incredibly proud of everyone on this Alaskan team. Thank you all for everything -
the work ethic displayed by eveyone is incredible and admirable - and surely unsurpassed
by any other admin team.
Hang in there! I'm anxious for the session to wind down (w/no desire for special session -
but if legislators believe one's warranted for agia approach then we'd conduct it in
anch.), and then we will start conducting a chunk of continued administrative work out of
southcentral Ak, where it will be easier to all stay connected.
I appreciate everyone's sacrifices made here - especially w/time/travel logistics that are
so difficult. It will become more practical and less costly soon!
You, and those working w/you, are an amazing team of true Alaskans w/servants hearts.
Thanks so much,
Sarah
Sarah Palin
Original Message
Subject: Re: RE: Governor Interview
I would like to echo that! I was at dinner last night at Consul
Uchiyama's. Gov Hickel & Ermalee, and a number of other folks were
there. Everyone was so proud of this administration and the wonderful
job our Governor is doing. And, they specifically mentioned Meg &
Sharon and the great job they are doing as well.
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Original Message
From: Sarah Palin <gov . sarahOyahoo . com>
Date: Friday, March 23, 2007 10:52 pm
Subject: RE: Governor Interview
To: meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us
Cc: sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us, j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us ,
kris_perry@gov . state . ak . us
> He is such a piece of work... I've never read a more
> unprofessional statement from anyone in media.
>
> You and Sharon are doing an AMAZING job. . . Do NOT let his
> ramblings affect you or change you in the least.
>
> Fyi- he's really going to hit the roof when he gets the message
> that come end of legislative session I'm joining YOU, and the
> majority of the people of AK, by conducting the state's business
> where the people are - where I can access them, and they can
> access me. (I'll talk to you & Sharon about this outside of
> email.) our gasline team, our commerce and revenue people, and so
> many others, are obviously needed in Anchorage once the session
> ends... We're going to have to fundamentally change some
> perceptions of WHERE the admin needs to conduct its business in
> order to stay connected w/the world outside of Juneau.
>
> You guys are working so hard - I can't tell you how much I
> appreciate you.
>
> Sarah Palin
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 8:56 AM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Kristina Y Perry; Michael A Tibbies
Cc: John W Bitney; Michael A Nizich; Sharon W Leighow
Subject: Constituent work
May I get lists of people whom we are sending ' congrats/ thank you, etc' notes... I've had
so many questions from constituents re: why I didn't acknowledge someone or some event...
Or being asked if I ever received a request - and why perhaps I didn't thank someone ...
Especially here in anch this weekend , running into so many people, quite a few additional
comments have come my way in this regard . Don't know how previous govs did it, and as
mayor I pretty much did it personally - which I could continue if I know we're not
duplicating or missing anything.
We've been seeking a better system w/this - I think the solution is to just send me lists
of correspondence so i'll know what i'm missing and I can start filling in more gaps.
Thank you!
Sarah Palin
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 1 :30 PM
To: Sarah Palin.
Subject: RE: security
I am definitely watching this one. Remember just after you were sworn in, the Lt. Gov requested trooper
protection. We are seeing more increased spending requests from the other end of the hall than reductions.
Also, I have requested the time sheets from the Anchorage security detail to review the hours claimed and
overtime reported so far this administration. I am working with Nizich and I will have a plan to reduce costs soon.
Mike Tibbies
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 6:44 AM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: security
I appreciated JB's comments yesterday about not losing what we have in the capitol bldg (ie, freedom).
If the Lt. Gov's office will be requesting more security (sounded like it from Sean's COS), then perhaps
the security detail that presently sits behind the Gov's Office closed doors should move further out in the
hallway so he can keep an eye on Sean's office too. (If that's what his COS was basically requesting.)
This, at the most, would be acceptable in my state budget.
I do not advocate for additional security detail. You guys know how I feel about the need for my own
security detail, and until we see additional efficiencies in the Gov's security detail, I'll keep pushing to
cut my own. Just FYI - but let me know if you hear any rumblings about requests for increases there -
and I'll offer to cut mine to provide Sean some.
The fish are biting.
Get more visitors on your site using Yahoo! Search Marketing.
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: annette kreitzer [kreitzer@alaska.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2007 9:55 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; gov.sarah@yahoo.com; John Bitney; Michael A Tibbies; Rehfeld;
Karen J (GOV)
Subject: PERS TRS and JNU Empire story
Governor :
This story ran today in the JNU Empire, and I wanted to be sure you
remembered from our conversation when you were signing the transmittal
letters, some communities, like Wasilla, will pay more under the new
plan, but they were going to pay more anyway.
Our plan has a "hold harmless" provision for FY08 for all of the
communities, like Wasilla, that would have paid more in the FY08 fiscal
year. Knowing the complaint that this is a hold harmless for one year
and what about FY09, I looked at the difference between FY 07 and 08
increases and have numbers that I intend to offer at the AML discussion
tomorrow where the State would pay 75% of the increase in 09 (vs. 100%
in 08); 50% in 10 and 25% in 11.
Again, I'm tring to look at this holistically, to get the State and the
local governments on a steady path to paying down the unfunded liability
- not just looking at a short-term solution, as I believe the House
Finance Committee's plan does.
Here is the link to the Juneau Empire story online by Pat Forgey.
ak
http://www.juneauempire.com/stories/032507/loc_20070325025.shtml
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 26, 2007 1 : 1 6 PM
To: "Sarah Palin'; Tom Irwin'; 'Patrick Galvin'; 'Marty Rutherford'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Joe Balash';
bruce_anders@dnr. state, ak. us
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; 'Kevin R Banks'
Subject: Anchorage Chamber Presentation Today
Just proud to say that Kevin Banks did a fantastic presentation before the Anchorage
Chamber of Commerce w Make-It-Monday" forum. He was a last-minute substitute who
walked through a condensed AGIA PowerPoint presentation with ease and answered a half-
dozen questions from the audience with grace.
During this season of March Madness, it's great to be part of this team with such a deep
bench.
Go Hoyas - and AGIA,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 26, 2007 1:28 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Re: [Privileged or P
ask her what she thinks of knik arm crossing.
i mink KABATA should wise up and realize until they get their "creative" private sector
financing in place, there will not be the adamant public support for continuing to throw more
money at the crossing - not when the feds are saying it won't be built on their dime.
feel her out for what she thinks about it
Ivy Frye <iyy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
I got an email from Privilec, today, which remind me: KABATA?
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-eo
with Yahoo! Mail for Mobile. Get started.
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, March 26, 2007 7:02 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: BP Benevolent Giving Board
My sister. If not her, then a missionary friend of mine - i'll get her name.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Ivy Frye "<ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us >
To : "' Sarah Palin ' " <gov . sarahOyahoo . com>
Sent: 3/26/07 3:43 PM
Subject: BP Benevolent Giving Board
Rhonda Boyles called today to ask if I had any recommendations for the above
mentioned board. They're looking for someone from the Valley to decide
which charitable organizations in the Valley should receive appropriations.
She came up with Judith Carmony and Candy Easley. I haven't returned her
call. Thought I would run it by you first.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 26, 2007 6:47 PM
To: Bitney; John W (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'; Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W
(GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Clark; Christopher G (GOV)
Subject: RE: Great Reuters article
This is just fantastic... Thanks for forwarding!
Original Message
From: "John Bitney" <john_bitney@gov. state. ak.us>
To: "'Sarah Palin"' <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>; "meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us"
<meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us> ; " sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us "
<sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us> ; "mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us "
<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Joe Balash"' <joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc: "'Christopher Clark'" <christopher_clark@gov. state. ak.us>
Sent: 3/26/07 6:32 PM
Subject: Great Reuters article
Alaska gov.'s pipeline bill seen passing- -official
Mon Mar 26, 2007 8:10 PM GMT
HOUSTON, March 26 (Reuters) - Alaska's state legislature will approve a
proposal from Governor Sarah Palin to allow competitive bidding for rights
to build a long-envisioned Alaska North Slope natural gas pipeline, a top
federal pipeline official predicted on Monday.
"Governor Palin is going to get a bill," Drue Pearce, the federal
coordinator for the Alaska pipeline project, told Pipeline Opportunities
Conference in Houston.
She added that Governor Palin, who is a Republican, would likely call a
special session of the legislature if no bill has been approved by the end
of the regular session on May 16 .
Legislation to kick- start the project has the support of the people of
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Alaska, state legislators, some federal agencies and the White House, Pearce
said.
The pipeline, a mega-project proposed long ago by Alaska officials, would
provide a method of delivering the North Slope's proven reserves of about 35
trillion cubic feet of natural gas.
The cost of the project, calculated in 2001, was $20 billion.
Plans for the 3,500 mile gas pipeline date back to the early 1970s, before
the existing trans-Alaska oil pipeline was built, but the gas project has
been stymied for decades by high costs and poor economics.
Palin's plan, which was introduced in March, replaces a failed contract that
former Gov. Frank Murkowski proposed with BP Pic <BP.L>, ConocoPhillips
<C0P.N> and Exxon Mobil Corp. <X0M.N>. Some thought the contract was too
much of a giveaway to the oil giants and it was rejected by lawmakers and
the public.
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 26, 2007 4:1 9 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Update
-I just found an awesome LPN to fill the vacancy on the board. Her name is Aggie Jack. She's from Kotz and is
the director of Maniilaq Association and the EMS director for NW Arctic Borough. EMS administrator of the year
in 88 and 01 by the state of AK. Endorsed by AK Nurses Assoc.
I talked to Privile S re: KABATA
Talked to Privileas I mentioned earlier.
-I'm meeting w/ Mike in the morning to go over what Comm. Jackson and I have come up w/ for Health Council.
After he signs off we'll bring it to you. April is Public Health month so we're thinking the announcement should
coincide.
-Would also like to get LBC out the door this week before you leave.
I'll follow up with you tomorrow re: these boards so I can get them out or make the changes you think need to be
made.
You're awesome,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/24/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvyJ r rye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, March 26, 2007 4:30 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: BP Benevolent Giving Board
Rhonda Boyles called today to ask if I had any recommendations for the above mentioned board. They're looking
for someone from the Valley to decide which charitable organizations in the Valley should receive appropriations.
She came up with Judith Carmony and Candy Easley. I haven't returned her call. Thought I would run it by you
first.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/31/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 8:02 AM
To: John W Bitney; Michael A Tibbies; Michael A Nizich; Meghan N Stapleton
Cc: Sharon W Leighow
Subject: long, bonus
Surely the legislators will give a fair comparison of the Long. Bonus with Hawkers' Sr. Program?
I want to believe they'll be fair here.
And I believe they'll find that Hawkers' plan will end up costing the state more than our
reinstatement of funding the $29 million Long. Bonus until that program phases out.
And it will be insulting to seniors who will now be part of a welfare arm of govt. And it will be a
further broken promise if those legislators who vehemently disagreed with Murkowski on the cut
do not now support our reinstatement.
I disagree with Hawker that some statutory change is now necessary to plug the funding back
into the Long. Bonus Program. Please correct me if I'm wrong. And even if it did take statutory
change, that's what the Legislature is there for and what they're engaged in right now on a variety
of issues.
Please re-read Mark Fish's email that I forwarded to you as the reminder of my committment to
funding the Bonus.
Bottom line: after public discussion and legislative debate, it was concluded the program would
be phased out. There's no need to argue whether it was fair or not - it was concluded the program
would end. The broken promise was over WHEN it was supposed to end.
What are you hearing about this via lawmakers, John?
Thanks
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 1 :28 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Balash; Joseph R
(GOV); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Patrick S Galvin; Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: Re: Press Availability Notes
Joe B. will craft a letter for VP Chaney to edit - it shall be supportive of our agia process. (We'll
see where Chaney's edits go, ultimately, but at least he took me up on the offer to voice his
support of agia anyway.)
So what was the overall tone of Huggins, et al? Do the reporters know it's futile for the producers
to essentially be revisiting their wishlist from Minkowski's deal? Does Huggins know that?
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
30-minute press avail just ended.
Would like to make one of you available to Steve Quinn, Bill McAllister and Christina
Grande re: the AGIA questions posed.
From the press conference, you wouldn't know what's going on behind the scenes.
Thanks,
meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: John Bitney [john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 12:23 PM
To: 'Marty Rutherford'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; 'Joe Balash";
'Sarah Palin'; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us;
tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak. us
Cc: 'Christopher Clark'
Subject: Senate Majority press comments on AGIA
Below are fast & furious notes from the Senate Majority Press Conference. These notes are only
regarding discussions on AGIA.
Please note Huggins reference to "posturing" and also deferring to Senate Judiciary Committee the
discussion on fiscal certainty.
These notes are rough and are NOT for distribution. . . thanks
JB
Huggins: At best, Mid America will be on the telephone. I know they are in the House on Thursday. . . but
the communication with Mid America has been "lacking for lack of a better term."
Huggins: I want the conversations to occur between the producers and the administration in order to
reach accord so we have a successful Open Season.
...the potential for an unsuccessful Open Season is a big concern for me and others in my caucus ... I'm
not sure AGIA addresses it (Open Season) ... AGIA doesn't address Open Season ... the players are
talking to one another and we encourage the administration to be a part of that.
Steve Quinn: I keep hearing you talk about unsuccessful.
Huggins: Some of this is posturing... yes. Again... encourage the administration to be part of the loop to
work this out.
McAllister: What about fiscal certainty?
Huggins: This is an issue for the Judiciary Committee to review.
French: I will be looking at this.. .and will ask whether it's necessary. I want to talk to economists,
compare this with TAPS.
We will ask. . . is it constitutional? We will look to the administration from their advisors on whom they
consulted
What if you're wrong about constitutionality. ..what are the consequences? (i.e., is this a deal breaker?)
McAllister: the debate about constitutionality is something they don't seem to care about.
French: I'm surprised at that stance... ask them [the producers]. I will do my best with the bill that's in
front of me rather than look at the world through the producers eyes.
I feel there is widespread public opposition (to decades-long fiscal certainty) ...
Becca: Hearing rumors about repealing stranded gas contract... is the Murkowski contract still out there?
French: I don't have thoughts. ..first I've heard about this.
Recognize this could be the attack on unsuccessful applicants
Christine: How do you feel about the producers' comments and how is this different than stranded gas
act?
Huggins: Many issues are the same.. .there is very little discussion that the public hasn't heard. ..it's an
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open process. The openness of the process is the main difference. The legislature is talking to pipeline
companies... that is something that is also different. This is the full spectrum of potential players
Myrl Thompson: Will Resources bring back SB80 - [Wagoner's] corrosion bill?
Huggins: There is skewed vision that bill is being killed.. this is wrong. Wagoner and I met privately, and he will
make modifications that haven't been done yet. Waiting. As soon as he's ready.. .we'll hear it.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 10:17 PM
To: Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV);
Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Patrick S Galvin
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: pt thomson
Had I not read the AP wire on Pt Thomson tonight I would not have known that we extended
Exxon's time to submit development plans. If I'm asked about it in tomorrow's press availability,
I sure don't want to have to answer that I don't know why we extended... I need someone to shed
light on this for me before tomorrow's reporters start asking questions.
The fish are biting.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 5:26 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Privileged or F
Governor,
Privilege
is not interested in serving on Royalty Oil and Gas. I spoke with him this aft ernoon. He has concerns that
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the board doesn't function very well. I will begin searching for[Privileged I or Perso
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/31/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 12:12 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Board of Fish
Privilegfeday. I'd like to follow up for a minute in person if you have time between meetings.
Talked to
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/31/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 7:34 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject:
Privileged or F
Hi Ivy,
Please keep my comments confidential.
In my opinion, we have to consider the long range plan for the state and determine if the bridge is
needed and how it will be funded. If the federal government is now not interested in appropriating any
more funds, then we need to determine whether the two proposals received for financing the bridge
make sense. Meaning, if we fund this with private funding and the state must guarantee the repayment,
then we need to consider what will be the toll charge necessary to repay the debt, and is that a realistic
toll charge that the public will be willing to pay how long until we can expect the bridge to be at a break
even. There are toll bridges all over the lower 48. So this is not a "new" thing. What is different is that
our population base is much lower and therefore we must look closely at whether the public can back
such a project without federal funds.
We all know that Anchorage has run out of developable land. It's only a matter of time when it will be
imperative that the bridge be built so that Anchorage can grow. The longer we delay the project, the
more it will cost and we will end up having some of the same issues that Sara is dealing with now
regarding the gas pipeline.
Having said all of that, the other issue is timing. Given the Governor's priorities, is this something that
she wants championed at this time? If so and Sara wants me to serve, I will absolutely be willing. She
knows my talents and giftings. I am willing to serve where she thinks those talents and gifts can be used
best. Let her know i f she wants to talk to me, or just leave me a secure message, to call my direct
number at|Privileged| It's my direct number and the voice mail is secure. It also rings to my cell phone
if I am not at my desk.
All my best,
Privileged or
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 2:37 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: Gov. Palin US Vice President?
FYI
From: Gerad Godfrey [mailto:geradg@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 5:53 AM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Gov. Palin US Vice President?
Mike,
FYI, (assuming you didn't know) your boss is making noise and making an impression on the national
scene. Michael Medved, a nationally syndicated radio host, yesterday recommended her as a Vice
President nominee to go on the Republican Presidential Ticket in order to counter the likely Democratic
ticket which will include either a female, African American, or both. He told his audience, of more than
2.5 million listeners, that the Republican Party should seriously consider Sarah Palin who is the
Governor of Alaska as she is remarkably dynamic and charismatic. Then he stated one other person the
party should consider, a guy in the states who is some congressman (or somebody like that) who
happened to be very competent and was American Indian or maybe Hispanic, don't know for sure, I was
too busy being impressed with the fact that our Governor had made such an impression on him. I am
sure you know who Micheal Medved is but I do not know if you get his show in Juneau. He is a heavy
hitter Republican and political pundit who is exceptionally intelligent. He used to guest host for Rush
Limbaugh all the time and that led to him getting his own show which is now broadcast on 200 stations
nationwide. He is consistently listed as one of the top 20 talk show hosts nationwide and top 10 in the
political talk show category. He is a regular columnist for USA Today and occasional op-ed columns in
the Wall Street Journal.
My point? You have a boss that has not only arrived on the state scene but on the national scene as well
and 2.5 million more people know who she is today than knew who she was yesterday. You sure
know how to pick a boss Mike. Then again, for all I know, the RNC may have contacted her long ago
about this. Good for her, you and Alaska because that kind of exposure can't hurt the state whether
anything tangible comes from it or not. You guys are doing a great job.
Take care and keep up the good fight,
gerad godfrey
8/27/2009
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 10:32 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV)
Subject: FW: Great Reuters article
Can we use any of this to our advantage . . .like encouraging daily nws or AP to pick, it up?
Sarah Palin
Original Message
Subject: Great Reuters article
Alaska gov.'s pipeline bill seen passing- -official
Mon Mar 26, 2007 8:10 PM GMT
HOUSTON, March 26 (Reuters) - Alaska's state legislature will approve a
proposal from Governor Sarah Palin to allow competitive bidding for rights
to build a long- envisioned Alaska North Slope natural gas pipeline, a top
federal pipeline official predicted on Monday.
"Governor Palin is going to get a bill," Drue Pearce, the federal
coordinator for the Alaska pipeline project, told Pipeline Opportunities
Conference in Houston.
She added that Governor Palin, who is a Republican, would likely call a
special session of the legislature if no bill has been approved by the end
of the regular session on May 16.
Legislation to kick-start the project has the support of the people of
Alaska, state legislators, some federal agencies and the White House, Pearce
said.
The pipeline, a mega-project proposed long ago by Alaska officials, would
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provide a method of delivering the North Slope's proven reserves of about 35
trillion cubic feet of natural gas.
The cost of the project, calculated in 2001, was $20 billion.
Plans for the 3,500 mile gas pipeline date back to the early 1970s, before
the existing trans-Alaska oil pipeline was built, but the gas project has
been stymied for decades by high costs and poor economics.
Palin's plan, which was introduced in March, replaces a failed contract that
former Gov. Frank Murkowski proposed with BP Pic <BP.L>, ConocoPhillips
<C0P.N> and Exxon Mobil Corp. <XOM.N>. Some thought the contract was too
much of a giveaway to the oil giants and it was rejected by lawmakers and
the public.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 3:22 PM
To: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); 'Sarah Palm'; Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV);
Bitney; John W (GOV)
Subject: Post Secondary Education
Incase you want to group this together with any of the others. . .
Lydia was appointed to the Alaska Commission on Post Secondary Education effective March 27. She
replaces Randy Simmons who resigned last month.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 9:36 PM
To: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: FW: Helping put the pieces to together
Confidential pis, from a buddy who for some reason thinks we're not quite there
w/legisators ... Don't hold this against this person - let's use it as motivation for more
outreach . Thanks !
Sarah Palin
Original Message
Subject: Helping put the pieces to together
Governor --
I hope you have a little time to read this email. Please review my remarks with the
intent in which it was written: to see YOU succeed and to listen to the nay sayers eat
their words !
First and foremost, I'd like to share some serious concerns regarding the progression of
AGIA. I hope I don't need to say that I'm 100% on your side. You stated you want to know
what is going on so I would feel awful if I didn't share what I know.
There is a lot of rumblings in the legislature that AGIA may not make it due to those who
are opposed to the idea and will block its passage. And, recently, we have heard of some
that are slipping from being more favorable to less favorable which is not the direction
we need. Governor, there are strategies which can and should be implemented now that will
improve the chance of success of passing AGIA this session. These strategies definitely
require time and dedication from your staff but if they work on it every day, opening
communication lines with certain legislators, finding out needs of others, working on
compromises with some and getting others up into your office, repeatedly if necessary are
essential parts of success. Unfortunately, this does not seem to be happening.
My greatest fear is that if it gets started too late there won't be enough time to put all
the pieces together. Governor, you have a great team explaining and defending your plan
to the committees. It is the element of political strategy and management missing from
the project.
It is difficult to write everything out but I know of folks who would be incredible
resources and of course I am always willing to share my opinions and strategies with you.
The timeline is everything and it just continues to march along. There are many people
besides myself who share these concerns and the desire to see your Administration grow and
strengthen.
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On a separate note -- the ocean ranger bill. I know in the press conference you shared
your belief that Alaskan voters are educated and knew what they were voting on. You
stated you'd like to see the initative remain intact and be funded. Today in House
Judiciary, Rep Ramras introduced an amendment creating a fund to keep the ocean safe.
This fund is not in the initative and is from what most can tell a new concept. Ramras
shared, off the record, that John Bitney okayed the amendment following your press
release. We want be sure you are okay with the change since it will come up for a vote
next week. At first glance, I was surprised you approved so that's why we're double
checking.
Governor, planned strategies are necessary to get such a large project as AGIA with its
many diverse opinions and leaders passed in just one session. A call to action is really
imperative. There are real deficiencies Iwith real examples) that will thwart your best
intended efforts -- if you have time for a cup of coffee, let's talk very soon!
This is your time! My best to you and your family always.
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Unknown
From: Hartig, Larry [larry_hartig@dec.state.ak. us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 1 :23 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (GOV)
Cc: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Easton; Dan (DEC); Kent; Lynn J T (DEC); Hay; Linda J (DEC)
Subject: RE: ocean rangers
Governor,
Thank you for the clear message. DEC is preparing to phase in an off-shore Ranger Program this
summer. There will, of course, be details to work out, but we will stay rooted in the legal requirements of
the initiative. As we progress with our planning, we will be having discussions with the sponsors of the
initiative regarding how well our implementation plan matches the intent of the initiative.
Thanks,
Larry
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 1:01 PM
To: Hartig, Larry; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us;
john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: ocean rangers
FYI - went on record again today strongly supporting the will of the people re: off-shore
monitoring of cruise ships (as per direction from cruise ship initiative)... strong off-shore ocean
rangers program, not merely on-shore monitoring.
thanks!
also gave kudos to Carl Gatto re: his efforts w/the issue. I probably ticked off Kyle and a few
other legislators, but I sincerely believe we owe it to the public to fulfill its will as voters did
approve the ocean rangers program along with the cruise ship tax.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 1 :26 PM
To: 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Mike Nizich'; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: BO F draft pr ess release
about
Privileged
Delo is a go. | Pr vile 9 e | we are waiting on. Mike and Mike want to talk to the governor one more time
The paragraph about the function of the board is the same one that was in the press release for Larry
Edfeldt. Just a heads up incase you don't want it the same word for word. Also, the last paragraph was
changed by the governor. She wanted the region the prior board members were from, not the city. One
more thing, she mentioned a quote saying all fishermen/gear groups/regions need to work together on
this board. You may want to follow up with her on that.
The governor is at Willow's basket-ball game for the next hour or so, but should have her cell if things
change.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 9:04 AM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); 'Sarah Palin';
Bitney; John W (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Clark; Christopher G (GOV)
Subject: Local Boundary Commission
Team Palin:
Governor Palin appointed Lynn Chrystal of Valdez to the seat restricted to the 3 rd Judicial District (he
replaces Bob Hicks from Seward) effective March 27. Attached is Lynn's resume. Of note, he served 4
terms as mayor of Valdez, and six terms as a city councilman. He has worked for the National Weather
Service since 1975.
Description of LBC: 5 members appointed by the governor: one from each of the four judicial districts
and one at-large member.
Function: Commissioners act on petitions for incorporation, dissolution, merger, and consolidation of
cities and boroughs; acts on annexation of cities and boroughs; acts on detachments from cities and
boroughs; and acts on reclassification of cities.
Last meeting: The LBC had there last meeting in Delta Junction March 16 and 17.
Special Facts: The LBC is one of only five boards with origins in the state constitution.
There will be one more appointment to LBC hopefully coming this week. It will be for a vacancy we need
to fill from the 4 th judicial district (Interior). Tony Nakazawa resigned effective April 1 .
Thanks everybody,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 8:59 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: FW: Boards_and_Commissions
From: belugacharles@netscape.net [mailto:belugacharles@netscape.net]
Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 8:39 AM
To: governor@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Boards_and_Commissions
Still waiting on an answer or response.
Thanks
Charles L. Buckley Jr.
Original Message
From: governor@gov.state.ak.us
To: belugacharles@netscape.net
Sent: Tue, 20 Feb 2007 3:40PM
Subject: RE: Boards_and_Commissions
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions,
and/or information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable
to
respond to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by
the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
Prom: WebMail@qov . state . ak . us [ mailto : WebMailocrov . state . ak . us ]
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 12:02 PM
To: crovernor@qov . state . ak . us
Subject: Boards_and_Commissions
Web mail from: Mr. Charles buckley jr.
address: 700 breakwater circle anchorage AK 99515
MESSAGE :
Dear, Governor Palin
I've live in Alaska for the past 37years and a veteran of the
US Air Force. I'm African American and disillusioned by the fact
that your administration did not appoint any African Americans
in key positions such as commissioners , deputy commissioners or
directors of departments. As a matter of fact the African American
directors was let go just recently. I know that there are African
Americans in this state that could sucessfully fill these positions. Madam
Governor fix this problem soon
11/10/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 2:41 PM
To: Erika Fagerstrom; Sarah Palin; lynne Smith'; Michael A Tibbies
Cc: Cayce; Sunny C (GOV)
Subject: NEA Request for Mansion Recpetion on April 13
Today I received a request from NEA (Bill Bjork) to hold a reception in the Governor's honor at the Governor's
Mansion on April 1 3 (Friday). I called Mr. Bjork to let him know that the Governor would not be in Juneau, she's
been scheduled for another event for some time, and therefore would not be available to attend this reception (or
host it?) whatever the case. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 2:41 PM
To: Erika Fagerstrom; Sarah Palin; 'Lynne Smith'; Michael A Tibbies
Cc: Cayce; Sunny C (GOV)
Subject: NEA Request for Mansion Recpetion on April 13
Today I received a request from NEA (Bill Bjork) to hold a reception in the Governor's honor at the Governor's
Mansion on April 13 (Friday). I called Mr. Bjork to let him know that the Governor would not be in Juneau, she's
been scheduled for another event for some time, and therefore would not be available to attend this reception (or
host it?) whatever the case. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
8/25/2009
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Kari Spencer [kari_spehcer@gov.state.ak.us]
Wednesday, March 28, 2007 2:00 PM
Sarah Palin
RE: Arizona
Yes!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 1:58 PM
To: kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Arizona
Will the hunt institute pay 2 hotel days extra?
Sarah Palin
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Kari Spencer [kari_spericer<§!gov.state.ak.us]
Wednesday, March 28, 2007 2:00 PM
Sarah Palin
RE: Arizona
Yes!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 1:58 PM
To: kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Arizona
Will the hunt institute pay 2 hotel days extra?
Sarah Palin
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 1 1 :25 AM
To: Mike Nizich; Sarah Palin; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: FW: Howard Delo resume
From: Howard Delo [mailto:hodelo@mtaonline.net]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 11:18 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: the requested resume
This was written for use with the ABE/GED program and the private, non-profit company I work part-time for here
in the valley. If you want to delete the objective which speaks to that point, feel free.
Thanks,
Howard
8/26/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 9:26 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Local Boundary Commission
He's interested. He said he would call me back today. I didn't want to announce it in the last email incase any
changes occur.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 9:18 AM
To: Ivy Frye
Subject: Re: Local Boundary Commission
what didjPrivileged o| say aDO ut it?
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Team Palin:
Governor Palin appointed Lynn Chrystal of Valdez to the seat restricted to the 3 rd Judicial District (he replaces Bob
Hicks from Seward) effective March 27. Attached is Lynn's resume. Of note, he served 4 terms as mayor of Valdez,
and six terms as a city councilman. He has worked for the National Weather Service since 1 975.
Description of LBC: 5 members appointed by the governor, one from each of the four judicial districts and one at-
large member.
Function: Commissioners act on petitions for incorporation, dissolution, merger, and consolidation of cities and
boroughs; acts on annexation of cities and boroughs; acts on detachments from cities and boroughs; and acts on
reclassification of cities.
Last meeting: The LBC had there last meeting in Delta Junction March 16 and 17.
Special Facts: The LBC is one of only five boards with origins in the state constitution.
There will be one more appointment to LBC hopefully coming this week. It will be for a vacancy we need to fill from
the 4 th judicial district (Interior). Tony Nakazawa resigned effective April 1 .
Thanks everybody,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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8/25/2009
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Joe Balash [Joe_Balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 9:26 AM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); 'govpalin@gov.state.ak.us'
Cc: Mason; Janice L (GOV); 'martha_fischbach@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: today's meeting...
6/9/2009
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MEMORANDUM STATE OF ALASKA
Office of the Governor
TO: Governor Sarah Palin DATE: 3/28/07
FROM: JoeBalash TELEPHONE: 907-465-4022
SUBJECT: Briefing paper regarding Alyeska meeting 3/ 28/ 07 7
The Alyeska Pipeline Service Company was established in 1970 and charged with
designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining the Trans Alaska Pipeline System,
commonly called TAPS.
The consortium of companies that own TAPS today includes:
BP Pipelines (Alaska) Inc. 46.93%
Conoco Phillips Transportation Alaska, Inc. 28.29%
ExxonMobil Pipeline Company 20.34%
Unocal Pipeline Company 1.36%
Koch Alaska Pipeline Company, LLC 3.08%
70
Headquartered in Anchorage, the company maintains operations in Fairbanks and
Valdez and employs almost 900 people statewide, with 1000 more employed by
independent contractors working for the company.
They will be eager to provide you an introduction to how Alyeska operates and where
things stand with regard to their strategic reconfiguration project which began in 2001.
The program goal is to position TAPS for more efficient operation while maintaining or
enhancing safety, operational integrity and environmental performance. In 2006, a
decision was made to focus on converting one station at a time. Pump Station 9 near
Delta Junction was selected as the first station to upgrade. It will be followed by Pump
Station 3, Pump Station 4 and Pump Station 1.
Attending the meeting will be Kevin Hostler, President & CEO. He is the ninth
executive to lead Alyeska since the company was established. Prior to joining Alyeska,
he served as the Senior Vice President for BFs global human resource organization. He
has had a diverse 29-year career in the Oil and Gas Industry, including 26 years with
BP. He has had leadership assignments in the United States, England, Scotland, and
Columbia.
cc: Mike Tibbies, Chief of Staff
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From: John Bitney flohn_bitney@gov.state.ak.usJ
Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2007 1 1 :04 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV);
Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); Clark; Christopher G (GOV); Rutherford; Marty K
(DNR); Patrick S Galvin; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Subject: Anch poll with great results
http://www. haysresearch.com/24. htm
11/10/2009
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2007 10:35 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Phone message
I just listened to your voice message from last night. I am not sure why I did not see it
earlier.
Anyway, I was in the hallway when Ramras was talking to Bitney. Jay explained his idea of
using some of the ocean ranger money to clean up beaches and the ocean. His view is that
it would be very consistent with the intent of the people in the vote. John did indicate
any support while I was there. Jay requested we at least read his material and talk to
you. We did agree to that and I noticed that Jay left some paper for me to read today. I
have not had a chance to read them.
Mike
Original Message
From: "Sarah Palin" <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us; kari_spencer@gov . state . ak . us ; "Kristina Y Perry"
<kri s_perry@gov . state . ak . us>
Sent: 3/29/07 9:19 AM
Subject: volunteer speech
Kari - pis check May 4 (I think the caller just said that date) for a volunteer dinner
that I've been invited to in Wasilla - a Correspondence School event where I was invited
to speak - the gal (Janis Bishop 373-3570, 745- 5461) called my house this morning b/c she
heard I was in town - said she's tried to get confirmation from our offices that I would
or would not be able to speak at their dinner - told her I didn't know what sched. was
that day, said someone would get back with her soon. (I haven't heard of this request)
Kris - I'm trying to get into town - can leave as soon as this phone stops ringing and a
few more emails get sent. Then to funeral - if it goes long then I'll be late for
diversity meeting, but tell them the funeral was my priority.
Meg - would you find out what the ballot language was the past two times voters said NO
to airborne wolf hunts? Did it apply to fish and game managers - or just hunters? My son
said he saw some ad that claims I broke promise to "do will of people" with my pred.
control stance b/c voters already said NO to the practice.
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2007 2:18 PM
To: amm.knobbe@matsuk12.us
Subject: RE: Education
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 9:20 AM
To: governorOgov. state. ak. us
Subj ect : Education
Web mail from: Ms. Ann Knobbe
address: 110 W. Caribou Ave Palmer AK 99645
MESSAGE :
I am the school nurse at Willow Elementary School, Willow, AK. This is an invite to MR.
Todd Palin to
speak at our health fair on April 20th in the afternoon. We would love to hear about his
experiences in
the Iron Dog Race, including the importance of snowmachine safety and settting personal
goals. I have
spoken to the Gov's office in Mat Su, but have not heard back.
We would love to have Mr. Palin as part of our health and seafey day. Thank you, Ann
Knobbe, RN
amm . knobbe@matsukl2 .us
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From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan stapleton@gov. state. ak. us]
Sent: Friday; March 30, 2007 7:09~PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Michael A Tibbies'; 'Joe Balash'; 'Sharon Leighow'; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; 'Kris
Perry'; 'Tom Irwin'
Subject: NOME NUGGET HEADS-UP!
Importance: High
Governor,
Tomorrow you have an interview with the Nome Nugget and KNOM, as we
discussed yesterday.
Diana (pronounced Dee-anna) Haecker with the Nugget wants to really focus on
one topic for the interview - the Rock Creek mine. A briefing paper on Rock
Creek is attached.
Essentially, Diana says that the state didn't listen to the residents and
they have many worries. She'd like to have trust and faith in the state and
be able to communicate that trust and faith to Nome's area residents that
this Governor will listen and ensure that her departments will listen to
concerns. She is a traditional village journalist in that of course there is
a passion and a side to every story that swing toward the villagers.
I believe that while the details of the mine may be asked, your responses
simply need to convey your passion for listening to the state's people and
making the best decisions that you can based on the best interests of the
state and its people. You campaigned on openness and transparency and want
the people of Alaska to participate in the process so that their voices are
heard. This is the first step and you'd like to listen and will listen
during your term in office.
Dan Saddler prepared the briefing paper along with others listed at the
bottom. They are each available to talk to you about the topic. You may also
want to talk to Commissioner Irwin to just get his views - he is unaware of
I
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the focus of this interview at this point in time. (I am cc:ing him so that
he is aware . )
In terms of whether the state listened, Dan Saddler says that the privileged or P(
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
corps didn ' t have to do
EIS - did an abbreviated version so not as much public stuff was required.
(Keep in mind, Diana says that the last time they saw a Governor in Nome,
Murkowski yelled at a resident and said that if "you don't like my
decisions, run for office!" Diana has a picture of Murkowski yelling at the
resident - the wounds are still raw.)
With this mining company, I'm told there are
Privileged or Personal Material Reda
Privileged or Pen , However, Joe Balash says that the CEO and President of Nova is
Rick Van Neuwenhuyse--a graduate of West High in Anchorage. He is an
Alaskan, even though he lives in Vancouver now. The manager at the mine was
trained by Commissioner Tom Irwin at Ft. Knox in Fairbanks.
Additionally, Joe wanted to point out that the mine will employ roughly 135
people. The best antidote to alcohol/drug abuse (which leads to
neglect/abuse of children) is a good job. Perhaps you'd like to say
something along the lines of "the best social welfare program is a good
job." Jobs at the mine are well-paying and Nova has invested time and
resources in local training to make sure they have a local workforce. These
people are going to be able to work a full shift and go home to their own
beds and families.
The concerns for the villagers revolves around - what if... what if the
salmon are impacted., what if the dust is constant. We need to show that
we'll be there to listen.
The interview is at 3:30pm - as your schedule shows.
I will provide a final briefing book for you at the airport tomorrow.
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Thanks ,
Meg
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 2:44 PM
To: fishingjobs@aol.com
Subject; RE: Boards_and_Commissions
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2007 5:21 PM
To : governorogov . state . ak . us
Subject: Boards_and_Commissions
Web mail from: Ms. Victoria Raustein
address: POB 574 King Salmon AK 99613
MESSAGE:
Gov. Palin:
I am making a last minute appeal for you to choose Mr. Webster, set net permit and Board
of Fish
candidate from King Salmon, as your appointee for the Board of Fish.
I have found Mr. Webster to be fair minded, even when you do not agree with him, open to
suggestion and
some one who supports the resource of salmon fishing in the state. He understands the
multiply sides
needed to serve well and contribute to the overall welfare of our resource, throughout the
state .
He does not take a "one gear type" stand on issues, as I have observed him in committee
meetings at the
Board of Fish.
He is well rounded in the concerns of those who rely on fishing but do not fish. He is
well acquainted
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with borough and state government workings. I believe you could not do better to pick this
independent
but opened minded man for the Board of Fish and do much to assist the 'east side' of
Bristol Bay feel
that they can contribute to the overall well being of our salmon fishing resource!
Thank you for your time and service,
Victoria Raustein
Permit Holder - Bristol Bay
f ishingj obsOaol . com
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 6: 1 9 AM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Subject: RE: North Pacific Council Visit
Thanks Denby. Enjoy today!
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: "Denby Lloyd" <denby_lloyd@fishgame. state. ak.us>
To : " ' Sarah Palin ' " <gov . sarah@yahoo . com>
Sent: 3/30/07 4:53 AM
Subject: North Pacific Council Visit
Governor :
Thank you for stopping by the North Pacific Council meeting yesterday. It
was good to see you; it was good for you to be seen. You are indeed your
own best ambassador.
Take care, DL.
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Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Friday, March 30, 2007 5:29 AM
Meghan N Stapleton; Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Kristina Y Perry; Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Michael A
Tibbies
Whs basketball
Nsp says today that "Word is the gov will be honoring the WHS basketball teams... " so
we'll have to think of something to do - pis let me know if anyone has a great idea here.
Thanks !
Sarah Palin
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 5: 1 6 PM
To: 'Kristina Y Perry'; gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Todd Palin; Gary R Wheeler; Cooper; George F (DPS);
John S Stephenson; Tom Irwin; Tina Bosela'; 'Sharon Busch'; 'Andy Mills'; 'Joe Balash'; 'Martha
Fischbach'
Subject: Gov Palin DNR Com Tom Irwin-visit to Brw on Apr 2 2007-Draft ltinerary-03 29 07
Attached is the schedule for Barrow from the North Slope Borough's office. They have put together a terrific
schedule and briefing paper. Kari.
8/26/2009
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From: Denby Lloyd [denbyJloyd@fishgame.state.ak.usJ
Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 5:54 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: North Pacific Council Visit
Governor:
Thank you for stopping by the North Pacific Council meeting yesterday. It was good to see you; it was good for
you to; be seen. You are indeed your own best ambassador.
Take care, DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
. Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115626
Juneau, AK 9981 1-5526
907-465-4719
8/26/2009
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Ivy Frye Ilvy_Frye@gov;state.ak.us]
Friday, March 30, 2007 7:51 AM
Sarah Palin
RE: Whs basketball
Show up ito their assembly to present them with an award/proclamation from the governor?
Host a private dinner for them (with an entourage their for you, of course) at Evangelo's
or something like that? Place a congratulatory message in the Frontiersman?
Original Message
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 5:29 AM
To : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us ; kari_spencer@gov. state . ak . us ;
kris_perry@gov. state. ak. us; ivy_frye@gov. state. ak. us; mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Whs basketball
Nsp says today that "Word is the gov will be honoring the WHS basketball teams... " so
we'll have to think of something to do - pis let me know if anyone has a great idea here.
Thanks!
Sarah Palin
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 8:02 AM
To: Sarah Palin; 'Michael Tibbies'; Mike Nizich; Sharon Leighow; Meghan Stapleton
Subject: Rupe Andrews
Rupe stepped down from the Board of Fish b/c of his cancer. Governor Palin filled his vacancy with Larry Edfelt
on March 8.
Pioneer biologist left legacy in Alaska resource management
Rupe Andrews dies at 77 after a lifetime of work for environment
Longtime Juneau resident and pioneering Alaska fisheries biologist Rupe Andrews, 77, died at home Wednesday
due to complications from colon cancer.
"He was just an old-time Alaskan that loved Alaska and the spirit that was in this state," said his son, Brian
Andrews.
Rupe Andrews stepped down from the Alaska Board of Fisheries on March 1 .
Born Siept. 18, 1929, in New Haven, Conn., he moved to Alaska in 1959 and became one of the first biologists in
the sport fish division of the newly formed Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Before retiring in 1982, he
spent 13 years as director of the division.
Bob Thorstenson, president of the United Fishermen of Alaska, said Andrews had a balanced perspective when it
came tp resource management and always kept in mind the needs of all user groups.
"He w£s one of the stalwarts of the Alaska Department of Fish and Game for decades," Thorstenson said. "He was
a part of the team that brought 20th century and 21st century fish and wildlife management to the pinnacle of
success in Alaska."
He called Andrews one of the finest men ever to work on state resource issues.
"He thought first and foremost for the people and the resources of Alaska," Thorstenson said. "He was just an
absolute class act, and we are just heartbroken and saddened that we weren't able to spend more time with him."
He lived for public service, said daughter-in-law Joyce Andrews.
"Alaska was just such a huge part of who he was," she said. "He was part of Alaska, but Alaska was part of him."
In addition to the Board of Fisheries, Andrews also served on the Alaska Board of Forestry, the Alaska Trails and
Recreation Commission, and spent eight years on the public advisory group to the Exxon Valdez Board of
Trustees. He also spent nearly a decade as a field representative for the National Rifle Association for Alaska.
Andrews also was a board member of Cancer Connection at the time of his death. The organization is sponsoring
a Men's Health Forum on colon cancer Wednesday, at Centennial Hall.
"He fought to the end, and he was a true champion of commercial and sport and subsistence fishing and guided
fishing and hunting," Thorstenson said.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/24/2009
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From: Denby Lloyd [denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 5:54 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: North Pacific Council Visit
Governor
Thank you for stopping by the North Pacific Council meeting yesterday. It was good to see you; it was good for
you to be seen. You are indeed your own best ambassador.
Take care, DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
8/25/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, March 31 , 2007 4:37 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; Cooper; George F (DPS); John S Stephenson; Gary R
Wheeler; 'Sharon Busch'
Subject: RE: today's sched
Andy Mills' flight just got cancelled (I'm at the office, and he's here), so he's trying to get to Barrow, he'll miss
Bethel bad day!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2007 4:17 PM
To: kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: today's sched
pis note for today's sched (Sat.) i met up with Meg at airport to go over talking points, speeches, meeting
and interview agenda items for this weekend's trip: Nome, Bethel, Fairbanks, Barrow, Anch., Wasilla,
Juneau (in no particular order!).
we're still waiting on plane parts and will be very late for the inaugural ball tonight...
thanks Kari,
SP
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8/25/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2007 4:33 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: today's sched
Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear about the trouble! I hope you get there asap! Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2007 4:17 PM
To: kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: today's sched
pis note for today's sched (Sat.) i met up with Meg at airport to go over talking points, speeches, meeting
and interview agenda items for this weekend's trip: Nome, Bethel, Fairbanks, Barrow, Anch., Wasilla,
Juneau (in no particular order!).
we're still waiting on plane parts and will be very late for the inaugural ball tonight...
thanks Kari,
SP
Bored stiff? Loosen up...
Download and play hundreds of games for free on Yahoo! Games.
8/25/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, April 01 , 2007 1 1 :47 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: plane tickets
Governor Palin,
The cheapest ticket I could find the 12-16 or the 13-16 was $408.00. Bristol had inquired.
I hope the ball was fun. Good luck in Barrow and Bethel. See you soon!
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Sunday, April 01 , 2007 1 1 :47 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: plane tickets
Governor Palin,
The cheapest ticket I could find the 12-16 or the 13-16 was $408.00. Bristol had inquired.
I hope the ball was fun. Good luck in Barrow and Bethel. See you soon)
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4:44 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'; PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored); Irwin; Tom E (DNR)
Subject: RE: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
I'm not even sure that I referred to anything other than you encountered mechanical difficulties. Meg, is
someone designated to reply to her email? If so, I would correct the statement about the jet. If you need
any help, let me know.
Also, she was not the reporter. She, along with the others that were present, was opposed to Nova Gold,
the permitting and public input process. I wouldn't call what occurred an "interview".
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4:20 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Sean Parnell'; Tom Irwin'
Cc: 'Kristina Y Perry'
Subject: RE: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
She is not a reporter - I believe an opponent to the mine.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4:17 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; Sean Parnell; Tom Irwin
Cc: Kristina Y Perry
Subject: Re: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining Industry
I'll read all her info in a bit here, but right off the bat - does she know we don't fly in "the jet"?
Is she a reporter?
Meghan Stapleton <megkan_stapleton@gov,state.ak.us> wrote:
FYI below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Karen McLane [mailto:gusskimo@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2007 6:35 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; sean_parnell@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
Hello to both you, Madam Governor and Lt Governor Parnell,
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We didn't have much time to talk at the interview here in Nome Saturday 1515-1545 (Madam
Governor, you were stuck in Anchorage waiting for a mechanical problem with the jet when the
Lt Governor met with myself, Sue Steinacher, Karen Olanna, Dian Haecker, and Nancy
McGuire the two latter being from the Nome Nugget, the three former being members or board
members of the Bering Straits Citizens for Responsible Resource Development.
I wanted to be sure that you had a firm understanding of the issue we are having with the fast
tracking of permits and being blindsided without proper public notification of applications that
NovaGold and its subsidiary Alaska Gold Company are putting forth to mine for gold in our
home.
First, The Rock Creek Mine: The community of Nome knew about a mine that was going to be
started at the site prior to the permitting process in August of 2005, but what we did not know
was that the mine would be using sodium cyanide to leach the gold ore. The public notice period
was short and there was nothing said about the use of cyanide in the public notice, so naturally
the residents of Nome were not concerned. Only after we found out about the use of sodium
cyanide did we become greatly concerned, but by that time the public hearing process was
closed. There were already members of the community who were communicating back and forth
re: what was happening. These people became the Board Members of the Bering Straits Citizens
for Responsible Resource Development. We, in no way, want to stop mining in Nome. Nome
has a rich history of gold mining. What we seek is to have it mined in a responsible manner. If
you received my CD with the powerpoint presentation and notes you will now know the other
side of the coin. The industry (Nova Gold Resources) will tell our legislatures that they intend on
mining responsibly, however, the mere use of sodium cyanide does not fill me with confidence
that the company is in fact wanting to mine responsibly and be a steward of the environment.
The Rock Creek site is only part of the story. It is the site where the sodium cyanide using the
Forrest/MacCarthur method of gold extraction will take place. Big Hurrah is the other end of this
project. It is another mine site located approx 50 road miles West of Rock Creek. This site has
already been contaminated with sodium cyanide left over from the operation by The Dallas
Company in the late 1950s. The discovery of the leaking cyanide barrels was brought forth by
Pearl Johnson, who owns a fish camp downstream from the mine in Solomon, who contacted the
AK Dept of Environmental Conservation to investigate in August of 1981. It remains a
contaminated site, which Charlotte McCay of Bristol Engineering is supposed to be addressing
with the situation with the ADEC's Doug Bauer. She had until March 30th, 2007 to respond. I
will check the database to see if she did respond. Ore from the Big Hurrah location will be
trucked back to the Rock Creek location for milling (there are separate issues with this process
not addressed in the permitting of the Rock Creek site).
This has all been playing out since 2005 with BSC for RRD's litigation against the Army Corp
of Engineering taking the permitting process for the Rock Creek site back to the starting block.
And, as Sue stated, the permit being pulled by the Army Corp of Engineering leaving the judge
no choice but to drop the case, leaving the Army Corp of Engineering the leeway to reinstate the
permit, again with no public comment period.
March 2007:
Now, we have another issue to deal with and the same permitting process falling to the wayside
in regards to the exploration of and eventual placer mining of Dry Creek, which runs directly
behind my home, my mother's home, my brother's home and several other people's homes in Icy
View where the noise and possible air, water and soil disturbances would make life very difficult
for us as residents of this area. And again, the fact that Nova Gold plans on having heavy
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machinery running from 0600 to 2200 from June 1 5 to October 3 1 st right behind the hospital
facilities we have here in Nome. This will disturb the recovering patients in the hospital as well
as our elders who stay at the Quyanna Care Center, a long term care facility attached to the
hospital for elders and those who are disabled and unable to be taken care of adequately at home.
Being a Nurse Practitioner working for my patient's well being I can honestly say that if this
operation is permitted I will lose sleep during the season and times of operation. And again, no
public notice was sent out to any of the newspapers, Post Office or City offices along with the
application for the mining of Dry Creek.
Hope this is helpful in putting all of this information into perspective for you.
Most sincerely,
Karen McLane FNP-C
P.O. Box 1169
Nome, AK 99762
gusskimo@vahoo.com
kmclane@nshcorp.org
P.S. If you check out the Dry Creek Project on Nova Gold's Website...the photo they use is at
least 30 years old. There are more homes in Icy View than that photo depicts.
http://www.novagold.net/s/NomeProiects.asp
As always, I do not represent Norton Sound Health Corporation's view on these issues. I am a
private resident of Nome and have been since 1970.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 5:01 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Re: Mat-Su Miners
what does it cost - who pays - for sponsorship?
Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Pete and Denise Christopher (managers of the Miners) called regarding the upcoming season.
They are working on putting together a "Governor Palin Day at the Park" in June. They said
Rep. Stoltze was working on organizing it, but thought we all should be in the loop. Also, there's
a Miners baseball clinic for Valley kids that the Mat-Su Delegation usually sponsors. They
haven't shown as much interest as years past. If Governor Palin is interested in sponsoring the
clinic it could coincide with the "Governor Palin Day at the Park" game. The kids get shirts and
other things that say something like "Mat-Su Miners Baseball Clinic sponsored by Governor
Palin."
If this is something we want to pursue I can pass the contact information on to Kari. Just let me
know how (if at all) you want to proceed.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4: 1 7 PM
To: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored); Irwin; Tom E (DNR)
Cc: Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Subject: Re: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
I'll read all her info in a bit here, but right off the bat - does she know we don't fly in "the jet"?
Is she a reporter?
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.akus> wrote:
FYI below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Karen McLane [mailto:gusskimo@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2007 6:35 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; sean_pamell@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
Hello to both you, Madam Governor and Lt Governor Parnell,
We didn't have much time to talk at the interview here in Nome Saturday 1515-1545
(Madam Governor, you were stuck in Anchorage waiting for a mechanical problem with
the jet when the Lt Governor met with myself, Sue Steinacher, Karen Olanna, Dian
Haecker, and Nancy McGuire the two latter being from the Nome Nugget, the three
former being members or board members of the Bering Straits Citizens for Responsible
Resource Development.
I wanted to be sure that you had a firm understanding of the issue we are having with the
fast tracking of permits and being blindsided without proper public notification of
applications that NovaGold and its subsidiary Alaska Gold Company are putting forth to
mine for gold in our home.
First, The Rock Creek Mine: The community of Nome knew about a mine that was
going to be started at the site prior to the permitting process in August of 2005, but what
we did not know was that the mine would be using sodium cyanide to leach the gold ore.
The public notice period was short and there was nothing said about the use of cyanide
in the public notice, so naturally the residents of Nome were not concerned. Only after
we found out about the use of sodium cyanide did we become greatly concerned, but by
that time the public hearing process was closed. There were already members of the
community who were communicating back and forth re: what was happening. These
people became the Board Members of the Bering Straits Citizens for Responsible
Resource Development. We, in no way, want to stop mining in Nome. Nome has a rich
11/10/2009
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history of gold mining. What we seek is to have it mined in a responsible manner. If you
received my CD with the powerpoint presentation and notes you will now know the other side of
the coin. The industry (Nova Gold Resources) will tell our legislatures that they intend on
mining responsibly, however, the mere use of sodium cyanide does not fill me with confidence
that the company is in fact wanting to mine responsibly and be a steward of the environment.
The Rock Creek site is only part of the story. It is the site where the sodium cyanide using the
Forrest/MacCarthur method of gold extraction will take place. Big Hurrah is the other end of this
project. It is another mine site located approx 50 road miles West of Rock Creek. This site has
already been contaminated with sodium cyanide left over from the operation by The Dallas
Company in the late 1950s. The discovery of the leaking cyanide barrels was brought forth by
Pearl Johnson, who owns a fish camp downstream from the mine in Solomon, who contacted the
AK Dept of Environmental Conservation to investigate in August of 1981 . It remains a
contaminated site, which Charlotte McCay of Bristol Engineering is supposed to be addressing
with the situation with the ADEC's Doug Bauer. She had until March 30th, 2007 to respond. I
will check the database to see if she did respond. Ore from the Big Hurrah location will be
trucked back to the Rock Creek location for milling (there are separate issues with this process
not addressed in the permitting of the Rock Creek site).
This has all been playing out since 2005 with BSC for RRD's litigation against the Army Corp of
Engineering taking the permitting process for the Rock Creek site back to the starting block.
And, as Sue stated, the permit being pulled by the Army Corp of Engineering leaving the judge
no choice but to drop the case, leaving the Army Corp of Engineering the leeway to reinstate the
permit, again with no public comment period.
March 2007:
Now, we have another issue to deal with and the same permitting process falling to the wayside
in regards to the exploration of and eventual placer mining of Dry Creek, which runs directly
behind my home, my mother's home, my brother's home and several other people's homes in Icy
View where the noise and possible air, water and soil disturbances would make life very difficult
for us as residents of this area. And again, the fact that Nova Gold plans on having heavy
machinery running from 0600 to 2200 from June 15 to October 31st right behind the hospital
facilities we have here in Nome. This will disturb the recovering patients in the hospital as well
as our elders who stay at the Quyanna Care Center, a long term care facility attached to the
hospital for elders and those who are disabled and unable to be taken care of adequately at home.
Being a Nurse Practitioner working for my patient's well being I can honestly say that if this
operation is permitted I will lose sleep during the season and times of operation. And again, no
public notice was sent out to any of the newspapers, Post Office or City offices along with the
application for the mining of Dry Creek.
Hope this is helpful in putting all of this information into perspective for you.
Most sincerely,
Karen McLane FNP-C
P.O. Box 1169
Nome, AK 99762
gusskimo@y ahoo .com
kmclane@nshcorp.org
P.S. If you check out the Dry Creek Project on Nova Gold's Website. ..the photo they use is at
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least 30 years old. There are more homes in Icy View than that photo depicts.
http://www.novagold.net/s/NomeProiects.asp
As always, I do not represent Norton Sound Health Corporation's view on these issues. I am a
private resident of Nome and have been since 1970.
Looking for earth-friendly autos?
Browse Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Yahoo! Autos' Green Center.
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 2:54 PM
To: johnwanek@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: Health_Care
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 7:16 AM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Health_Care
Web mail from: Mr. John Wanek
address: 17642 Toakoana Way Eagle River AK 99577
MESSAGE:
This is a second request for consideration of placement as a member of Governor Palin 's
Alaska Health
Strategies Planning Council. As the current President of the Alaska Pharmacist
Association and a strong
supporter of Governor Palin' s administration, I am hopeful of being able to serve in a
capacity to give
pharmacies input in the development of a healthcare strategy for the 21st century.
Additionally, I am
practicing pharmacist at the Veteran's Adminstration and so I can bring a different
viewpoint to the
discussion from other healthcare providers. The federal government is having more and
more impact on the
provision of healthcare at the state level due to the Budget Deficit Reduction act. As a
federal
pharmacist I can speak to the use of formularies and other strategies for cost reduction
while
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maintaining excellant access and quality personalized care. Walter Reed may have had
problems, but the
Alaska VA is a top notch institution with excellant patient/veteran sat!
isfaction. Finally, I would urge you to consider more than one pharmacist on this panel
and I know that
both Bill Altland and Sharon Hamrick could bring another valued viewpoint to the Council
unique to their
practice sites. Bill is a private community pharmacist working in a small community and
Sharon has been
a pharmacit for the State of Alaska for a number of years with expertise in Pandemic
preparation and
Public Health. All of us are qualified so any will be an excellant choice to bring
pharmacies
perspective to plans for the future of healthcare. Thank you Governor for open and
responsive
government. As I told you at the Governors Inaugural Ball at the Egan Center, the
pharmacists of Alaska
are behind you 100%.
j ohnwanek@hotmail . com
PLEASE ADD TO E-NEWS
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 2:07 PM
To: donfox@gci.net
Subject: RE: Boards_and_Commissions
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMailogov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2007 12:14 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Boards_and_Commissions
Web mail from: Mr. Donald Fox
address: Box 2971 Kodiak AK 99615
MESSAGE:
Would like to compliment you on your last two appointments to the BOF plus your previous
appointment Of
Larry Edfeldt to serve again. 1m also a big fan of Denby Llyods appointment to be
commissiioner of F&G.
Ive been a member of the Kodiak Fish and Game Advisory Committee for over tenty years and
am currently
its secretary I would like to put my know forward to be considered for any vacancies on
the Board of
Game. Denby Lloyd knows me as does Larry Van Dael our local head of the game department .
Please consider
my name.
yours truly Donald T. Fox
907-486-4738
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donf ox@gci . net
PLEASE ADD TO E-NEWS
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 1 0:1 4 AM
To: Sharon Leighow; 'Christopher Clark'; Cayce; Sunny C (GOV); Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); 'Michael
Tibbies'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon Busch'
Cc: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'John Bitney'; Devon; Shannon L (GOV); 'Mike Nizich"; 'Joe Balash'
Subject: RE: Sign SB 82 today?
I'll wait to hear from the higher powers for direction... .
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sharon Leighow [mailto:sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 9:43 AM
To: 'Kari Spencer'; 'Christopher Clark'; 'Sunny Cayce'; "Karen Rehfeld'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Meghan Stapleton';
'Sharon Busch'
Cc: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'John Bitney'; 'Shannon Devon'; 'Mike Nizich'; 'Joe Balash'
Subject: RE: Sign SB 82 today?
I will be in the Juneau office sometime around 2:30 this afternoon. Is there any chance we could
do it this afternoon?
Sharon
Sharon Leighow
Deputy Press Secretary
Deputy Communications Director
465-4031 Juneau
269-7450 Anchorage
321-7943 cell
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 9:30 AM
To: 'Christopher Clark'; 'Sunny Cayce'; 'Karen Rehfeld'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon Leighow';
'Sharon Busch'
Cc: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'John Bitney'; 'Shannon Devon'; 'Mike Nizich'; 'Joe Balash'
Subject: RE: Sign SB 82 today?
Importance: High
The Governor is agreeable to a bill signing with the finance co-chairs today, but out in the sun! I told her we don't'
have Andy and Jason so she wonders if we could get Channel 2 news or someone? Please advise!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Christopher Clark [mailto:christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 8:41 AM
To: 'Kari Spencer"; 'Sunny Cayce'; 'Karen Rehfeld"; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon Leighow';
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•Sharon Busch'
Cc: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'John Bitney'; 'Shannon Devon'; 'Mike Nizich'; 'Joe Balash*
Subject: Sign SB 82 today?
Good morning, y'all.
I always like to make my favorite OMB director happy.
One way to do that is to have my favorite Governor sign SB 82, the Governor's must-have, time-sensitive oil and
gas supplemental bill, as soon as possible.
Shannon is poised to run the bill down to the Governor at the drop of a hat.
We don't need trumpets, whoopla, and whatnot to mark the occasion. A simple bill-signing in her office will do,
followed by a press release.
For good measure, I suppose we could ask the finance co-chairs to be there. I defer to greater minds than mine to
address this.
Kari: how does the Governor's schedule look today for a bill-signing?
Chris
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 9:30 AM
To: Christopher Clark; Cayce; Sunny C (GOV); Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Meghan
Stapleton'; 'Sharon Leighow'; 'Sharon Busch'
Cc: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'John Bitney'; Devon; Shannon L (GOV); 'Mike Nizich'; 'Joe Balash'
Subject: RE: Sign SB 82 today?
Importance: High
The Governor is agreeable to a bill signing with the finance co-chairs today, but out in the sun! I told her we don't'
have Andy and Jason so she wonders if we could get Channel 2 news or someone? Please advise!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Christopher Clark [mailto:christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us] .
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 8:41 AM
To: 'Kari Spencer"; 'Sunny Cayce'; 'Karen Rehfeld'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon Leighow";
'Sharon Busch'
Cc: 'Governor Sarah Palin"; 'John Bitney'; 'Shannon Devon'; 'Mike Nizich'; "Joe Balash'
Subject: Sign SB 82 today?
Good morning, y'all.
I always like to make my favorite OMB director happy.
One way to do that is to have my favorite Governor sign SB 82, the Governor's must-have, time-sensitive oil and
gas supplemental bill, as soon as possible.
Shannon is poised to run the bill down to the Governor at the drop of a hat.
We don't need trumpets, whoopla, and whatnot to mark the occasion. A simple bill-signing in her office will do,
followed by a press release.
For good measure, I suppose we could ask the finance co-chairs to be there. I defer to greater minds than mine to
address this.
Kari: how does the Governor's schedule look today for a bill-signing?
Chris
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 6:54 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: LBC
I talked to l Privlle 9 ed or | on Friday and he's holding out for something else. I talked to Tib today and he said he
had something in mind for him. I've solicited the help of our good FBX people to find a woman to serve. It's a
board dominated by men so a woman might bring needed balance. I'll let you know what I find.
I met w/ Kate Giard for almost an hour today. I filled Mike in tonight. I'll fill you in tomorrow.
Welcome back to town!!!
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 2: 1 3 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: FYI: City of Unalaska- Gift from reception, 8 pounds of King Crab
Hello Governor,
Mayor Shirley Marquardt of Unalaska dropped off 8 pounds of King Crab at the House 3/29. It's in the freezer
downstairs, and Stefani will use it for a family meal or a lunch or dinner event..., unless you have something else
you'd like to use it for.
Thanks,
Erika
City of Unalaska
International Port of Dutch Harbor
Shirley Marquardt
Mayor
P.O. box 610
Unalaska, AK 99685
(907)
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone: 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 3:42 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Kris Perry
Subject: Mat-Su Miners
Pete and Denise Christopher (managers of the Miners) called regarding the upcoming season. They are working
on putting together a "Governor Palin Day at the Park" in June. They said Rep. Stoltze was working on
organizing it, but thought we all should be in the loop. Also, there's a Miners baseball clinic for Valley kids that the
Mat-Su Delegation usually sponsors. They haven't shown as much interest as years past. If Governor Palin is
interested in sponsoring the clinic it could coincide with the "Governor Palin Day at the Park" game. The kids get
shirts and other things that say something like "Mat-Su Miners Baseball Clinic sponsored by Governor Palin."
If this is something we want to pursue I can pass the contact information on to Kari. Just let me know how (if at
all) you want to proceed.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 3:50 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Steve MacSwain
Steve stopped in to see me today. He left his cell phone number incase you want to call him. He wanted to talk
to you about AGIA and his interest in the Board of Regents. As far as the Regent s go I told him th at the next
available vacancy will occur next year. He's in town through tomorrow. His cell is[p~^ : 3
I can call him if you are busy this afternoon.
Thanks governor,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465^3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
Privileged or F
8/24/2009
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 3:42 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Kris Perry
Subject: Mat-Su Miners
Pete and Denise Christopher (managers of the Miners) called regarding the upcoming season. They are working
on putting together a "Governor Palin Day at the Park" in June. They said Rep. Stoltze was working on
organizing it, but thought we all should be in the loop. Also, there's a Miners baseball clinic for Valley kids that the
Mat-Su Delegation usually sponsors. They haven't shown as much interest as years past. If Governor Palin is
interested in sponsoring the clinic it could coincide with the "Governor Palin Day at the Park" game. The kids get
shirts and other things that say something like "Mat-Su Miners Baseball Clinic sponsored by Governor Palin."
If this is something we want to pursue I can pass the contact information on to Kari. Just let me know how (if at
all) you want to proceed.
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: Kris Perry [kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4:44 PM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sarah Palin'; 'Sean Parnell'; Irwin; Tom E (DNR)
Subject: RE: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
I'm not even sure that I referred to anything other than you encountered mechanical difficulties. Meg, is someone
designated to reply to her email? If so, I would correct the statement about the jet. If you need any help, let me
know.
Also, she was not the reporter. She, along with the others that were present, was opposed to Nova Gold, the
permitting and public input process. I wouldn't call what occurred an "interview".
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4:20 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Sean Parnell 1 ; Tom Irwin'
Cc: 'Kristina Y Perry'
Subject: RE: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
She is not a reporter - I believe an opponent to the mine.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4:17 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; Sean Parnell; Tom Irwin
Cc: Kristina Y Perry
Subject: Re: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
I'll read all her info in a bit here, but right off the bat - does she know we don't fly in "the jet"?
Is she a reporter?
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
FYI below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Karen McLane [mailto:gusskimo@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2007 6:35 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; sean_parnell@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
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Hello to both you, Madam Governor and Lt Governor Parnell,
We didn't have much time to talk at the interview here in Nome Saturday 1 5 1 5- 1 545 (Madam
Governor, you were stuck in Anchorage waiting for a mechanical problem with the jet when the
Lt Governor met with myself, Sue Steinacher, Karen Olanna, Dian Haecker, and Nancy
McGuire the two latter being from the Nome Nugget, the three former being members or board
members of the Bering Straits Citizens for Responsible Resource Development.
I wanted to be sure that you had a firm understanding of the issue we are having with the fast
tracking of permits and being blindsided without proper public notification of applications that
NovaGold and its subsidiary Alaska Gold Company are putting forth to mine for gold in our
home.
First, The Rock Creek Mine: The community of Nome knew about a mine that was going to be
started at the site prior to the permitting process in August of 2005, but what we did not know
was that the mine would be using sodium cyanide to leach the gold ore. The public notice period
was short and there was nothing said about the use of cyanide in the public notice, so naturally
the residents of Nome were not concerned. Only after we found out about the use of sodium
cyanide did we become greatly concerned, but by that time the public hearing process was
closed. There were already members of the community who were communicating back and forth
re: what was happening. These people became the Board Members of the Bering Straits Citizens
for Responsible Resource Development. We, in no way, want to stop mining in Nome. Nome
has a rich history of gold mining. What we seek is to have it mined in a responsible manner. If
you received my CD with the powerpoint presentation and notes you will now know the other
side of the coin. The industry (Nova Gold Resources) will tell our legislatures that they intend on
mining responsibly, however, the mere use of sodium cyanide does not fill me with confidence
that the company is in fact wanting to mine responsibly and be a steward of the environment.
The Rock Creek site is only part of the story. It is the site where the sodium cyanide using the
Forrest/MacCarthur method of gold extraction will take place. Big Hurrah is the other end of this
project. It is another mine site located approx 50 road miles West of Rock Creek. This site has
already been contaminated with sodium cyanide left over from the operation by The Dallas
Company in the late 1950s. The discovery of the leaking cyanide barrels was brought forth by
Pearl Johnson, who owns a fish camp downstream from the mine in Solomon, who contacted the
AK Dept of Environmental Conservation to investigate in August of 1981. It remains a
contaminated site, which Charlotte McCay of Bristol Engineering is supposed to be addressing
with the situation with the ADEC's Doug Bauer. She had until March 30th, 2007 to respond. I
will check the database to see if she did respond. Ore from the Big Hurrah location will be
trucked back to the Rock Creek location for milling (there are separate issues with this process
not addressed in the permitting of the Rock Creek site).
This has all been playing out since 2005 with BSC for RRD's litigation against the Army Corp
of Engineering taking the permitting process for the Rock Creek site back to the starting block.
And, as Sue stated, the permit being pulled by the Army Corp of Engineering leaving the judge
no choice but to drop the case, leaving the Army Corp of Engineering the leeway to reinstate the
permit, again with no public comment period.
March 2007:
Now, we have another issue to deal with and the same permitting process falling to the wayside
in regards to the exploration of and eventual placer mining of Dry Creek, which runs directly
behind my home, my mother's home, my brother's home and several other people's homes in Icy
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View where the noise and possible air, water and soil disturbances would make life very difficult
for us as residents of this area. And again, the fact that Nova Gold plans on having heavy
machinery running from 0600 to 2200 from June 15 to October 31st right behind the hospital
facilities we have here in Nome. This will disturb the recovering patients in the hospital as well
as our elders who stay at the Quyanna Care Center, a long term care facility attached to the
hospital for elders and those who are disabled and unable to be taken care of adequately at home.
Being a Nurse Practitioner working for my patient's well being I can honestly say that if this
operation is permitted I will lose sleep during the season and times of operation. And again, no
public notice was sent out to any of the newspapers, Post Office or City offices along with the
application for the mining of Dry Creek.
Hope this is helpful in putting all of this information into perspective for you.
Most sincerely,
Karen McLane FNP-C
P.O.Box 1169
Nome, AK 99762
gusskimo(g).yahoo.com
kmclane@nshcorp.org
P.S. If you check out the Dry Creek Project on Nova Gold's Website...the photo they use is at
least 30 years old. There are more homes in Icy View than that photo depicts.
http://www.novagold.net/s/NomeProjects.asp
As always, I do not represent Norton Sound Health Corporation's view on these issues. I am a
private resident of Nome and have been since 1970.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 9:48 AM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: RE: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks, sir!
SP
Sean R Parnell <sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Sean
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4:17 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; Sean Parnell; Tom Irwin
Cc: Kristina Y Perry
Subject: Re: FW: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
I'll read all her info in a bit here, but right off the bat - does she know we don't fly in "the
jet"?
Is she a reporter?
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Meghan Stapleton <megkan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
FYI below.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Karen McLane [mailto:gusskimo@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2007 6:35 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; sean_parnell@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Nome, Nova Gold Projects for mining industry
Hello to both you, Madam Governor and Lt Governor Parnell,
We didn't have much time to talk at the interview here in Nome Saturday 1 5 1 5- 1 545
(Madam Governor, you were stuck in Anchorage waiting for a mechanical problem with
the jet when the Lt Governor met with myself, Sue Steinacher, Karen Olanna, Dian
Haecker, and Nancy McGuire the two latter being from the Nome Nugget, the three
former being members or board members of the Bering Straits Citizens for Responsible
Resource Development.
I wanted to be sure that you had a firm understanding of the issue we are having with the
fast tracking of permits and being blindsided without proper public notification of
applications that NovaGold and its subsidiary Alaska Gold Company are putting forth to
mine for gold in our home.
First, The Rock Creek Mine: The community of Nome knew about a mine that was
going to be started at the site prior to the permitting process in August of 2005, but what
we did not know was that the mine would be using sodium cyanide to leach the gold ore.
The public notice period was short and there was nothing said about the use of cyanide
in the public notice, so naturally the residents of Nome were not concerned. Only after
we found out about the use of sodium cyanide did we become greatly concerned, but by
that time the public hearing process was closed. There were already members of the
community who were communicating back and forth re: what was happening. These
people became the Board Members of the Bering Straits Citizens for Responsible
Resource Development. We, in no way, want to stop mining in Nome. Nome has a rich
history of gold mining. What we seek is to have it mined in a responsible manner. If you
received my CD with the powerpoint presentation and notes you will now know the
other side of the coin. The industry (Nova Gold Resources) will tell our legislatures that
they intend on mining responsibly, however, the mere use of sodium cyanide does not
fill me with confidence that the company is in fact wanting to mine responsibly and be a
steward of the environment.
The Rock Creek site is only part of the story. It is the site where the sodium cyanide
using the Forrest/MacCarthur method of gold extraction will take place. Big Hurrah is
the other end of this project. It is another mine site located approx 50 road miles West of
Rock Creek. This site has already been contaminated with sodium cyanide left over from
the operation by The Dallas Company in the late 1950s. The discovery of the leaking
cyanide barrels was brought forth by Pearl Johnson, who owns a fish camp downstream
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from the mine in Solomon, who contacted the AK Dept of Environmental Conservation
to investigate in August of 1981. It remains a contaminated site, which Charlotte McCay
of Bristol Engineering is supposed to be addressing with the situation with the ADEC's
Doug Bauer. She had until March 30th, 2007 to respond. I will check the database to see
if she did respond. Ore from the Big Hurrah location will be trucked back to the Rock
Creek location for milling (there are separate issues with this process not addressed in
the permitting of the Rock Creek site).
This has all been playing out since 2005 with BSC for RRD's litigation against the Army
Corp of Engineering taking the permitting process for the Rock Creek site back to the
starting block. And, as Sue stated, the permit being pulled by the Army Corp of
Engineering leaving the judge no choice but to drop the case, leaving the Army Corp of
Engineering the leeway to reinstate the permit, again with no public comment period.
March 2007:
Now, we have another issue to deal with and the same permitting process falling to the
wayside in regards to the exploration of and eventual placer mining of Dry Creek, which
runs directly behind my home, my mother's home, my brother's home and several other
people's homes in Icy View where the noise and possible air, water and soil disturbances
would make life very difficult for us as residents of this area. And again, the fact that
Nova Gold plans on having heavy machinery running from 0600 to 2200 from June 15
to October 3 1st right behind the hospital facilities we have here in Nome. This will
disturb the recovering patients in the hospital as well as our elders who stay at the
Quyanna Care Center, a long term care facility attached to the hospital for elders and
those who are disabled and unable to be taken care of adequately at home. Being a Nurse
Practitioner working for my patient's well being I can honestly say that if this operation
is permitted I will lose sleep during the season and times of operation. And again, no
public notice was sent out to any of the newspapers, Post Office or City offices along
with the application for the mining of Dry Creek.
Hope this is helpful in putting all of this information into perspective for you.
Most sincerely,
Karen McLane FNP-C
P.O. Box 1169
Nome, AK 99762
gusskimo@,vahoo.com
kmclane@nshcorp.org
P.S. If you check out the Dry Creek Project on Nova Gold's Website... the photo they use
is at least 30 years old. There are more homes in Icy View than that photo depicts.
http://www.novagold.net/s/NomeProiects.asp
As always, I do not represent Norton Sound Health Corporation's view on these issues. I
am a private resident of Nome and have been since 1970.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 3:48 PM
To: Rutherford; Martha K (DNR)
Subject: Re: FW: Meeting in anch
ugh - i'll be there.
this sounds like Fagan as he does the industry bidding.
yes, this must be countered if Paul's report is accurate.
Marty Rutherford <marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
For your information. We should talk about how to combat this at tonights discussion.
Marty
— Original Message —
From: "paul funs"
To: "Marty Rutherford" ; patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us;
joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us; "John Bitney" ; torn irwin@dnr.state.ak.us
Cc: "bill walker" ; "Jim Whitaker"
Sent: 4/3/07 2:03 PM
Subject: Meeting in anch
Yesterday the oil companies called together "business leaders" (Jim Jansen
types) in anchorage, businessmen, bankers, construction, engineering,
transportation etc. to complain about the administration and AGIA.
Their main points: administration won't meet with them and is on the wrong
track, the project is more expensive and uncertain now - projects should be
allowed to compete to the end, no exclusivity, let the market make the
decision, is a set up to put most risk on them in rolled in rates, etc and
then take back their leases when they don't play.
Said it was rigged to give it to mid american and then the producers would
pay the cost overruns in tarrifs, they are the only ones that want a low
tarrif.
I guess there were about 70 people there. I got it from someone who was
called to go and then called to tell me about it. They called on people to
call their legislators to get them to "come to their senses."
Exxon took a strong role in the meeting.
Of course it is all BS but I hought you would want to know.
Paul fuhs
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 2:41 PM
To: leif@petersburgproperties.com
Subject: RE: Transportation
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMailogov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 11:55 AM
To : governor@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: Transportation
Web mail from: Mr. Leif Stenfjord
address: PO Box 2162 Petersburg AK 99833
MESSAGE :
Dear Governor Palin,
Congratulation's! By reauthorizing The Marine Transportation Advisory Board, I feel you
have taken the
fist step necessary to make our AMHS a viable entity, especially with your commitment that
the advice of
MTAB will be considered.
Please accept this email as my notification to you that I would be homored to serve on
MTAB. You can
contact me at the above mailing addresses or via telephne at 772-6000 or 518-0810 during
the day. I can
also be areached at home during the evenings at 772-4498. I would love to hear from you at
anytime in
this regard.
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Thank you for your time and consideration.
Leif Stenfjord - Petersburg
leif ©petersburgproperties . com
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [govemor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 2:30 PM
To: naomi@kpunet.net
Subject: RE: Education
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 12:53 AM
To : governor@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: Education
Web mail from: Ms. Naomi Michalsen
address: 87 Chacon Street Ketchikan AK 99901
MESSAGE :
Hello Governor Palin,
My name is Naomi Michalsen, and I live in Ketchikan. I am a mother of 5 (2 in
college, 2 in high school and a 3rd grader) and I have worked at Women in Safe
Homes (our local domestic violence shelter) for the last 3 years and have served as
the High School girl's volleyball coach for the past 9 years. Growing up in Alaska, I
have been fortunate to live and travel throughout our state and have family in
every region. My maiden name is Baumgartner-I have family in McGrath,
Dillingham, Barrow, Fairbanks, Anchorage and southeast. I enjoy learning other
cultures and I am still learning about my own, Tlingit, Filipino, Japanese, and Swiss.
Over the years with my own life challenges I have come to realize that our greatest
resource is our people. I have great respect for you and the hard job that is before
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you in making the best decisions for our Alaskan families.
I happened to be in Anchorage for work in January and escorted a dear friend, Bill
Thomas, a Tlingit elder, to Anchorage. He told me about the Welcoming Ceremony
at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. So, I attended. It was an honor to meet you
and to watch you graciously speak and greet the Alaska Native representatives who
traveled to meet you. I was very impressed with your family and was glad to see
your extended family as well. I liked the comment about a future Alaskan
Governor named "Piper". This is when I first had my idea, but it may have been
more wishful thinking than anything. I never acted on my idea but instead told my
husband about it when I arrived back home. It was more of a what if... Then life
went on and things and my family became busy again. The idea rested.
Today I received a copy of the proclamation for April -Sexual Assault Awareness
month in the mail from the State of Alaska and I just happened to be the one who
was accepting a similar proclamation here in Ketchikan tonight at a Borough
meeting. I knew and am friends with most everyone in the meeting but as soon as
the proclamation was read, it became very silent and uncomfortable, which we
know is one of the hurdles we have in order to create awareness around this social
issue. Fortunately before leaving, Mayor, Joe Williams, mentioned that he saw you
recently and that you were very motivated in helping with this alarming problem of
sexual violence in our state. He was the first mayor to make a public comment
after the reading of the proclamation since I have been involved in this field. His
words did help with the uncomf ortableness . And I believe it was more effective
than if a woman Borough member would have said the same thing. In my past
experience, sexual violence has been very difficult to talk about, especially in
settings where males may be the majority (chamber meetings, law enforcement,
school administrations, sporting events, firefighters/EMS, and government and
tribes) .
Then my idea came back to me. This is where we could start! It may sound
unusual, but here are my thoughts:
Not being very up on politics I have noticed over the years that the spouse of our
governor's (always a woman until now-yeah!) have taken up charitable campaigns
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to help our communities. For example, Nancy Murkowski worked to create
awareness about breast cancer and raised money for medical equipment to
hospitals.
So my idea was to see what you and your husband thought about getting involved
or having him lead an Alaskan white Ribbon Campaign (boys and men helping to
end violence against women) or something similar. In my travels throughout
southern southeast villages and in our Ketchikan schools, it is most always women
who visit the students to talk about sexual assault and domestic violence. Most
boys in school aren't fortunate enough to have a male guest speaker talking about
domestic violence and sexual assault. Unfortunately, many of our Alaskans view
this as a woman's issue instead of a community one. There is such a big
difference when I present at a school and have a male as a co-presenter- it gives it
much more balance and can help our youth see that they do have an important
role as leaders of social change, especially our young men. I can only think of one
young man from Juneau who currently works in this area- I know there are more-
but still too few.
I too am saddened and shocked at the numbers of victims of sexual abuse in our
state and I sometimes find it overwhelming in this type of work. I know that if a
male were to accompany me this evening at the Borough meeting, the whole room
would have had a different feel. It would have made it a little more comfortable for
people to listen. It would have shown that men are vital in the elimination of
violence against women in our state. I believe that most men do want to help but
they just don't know how to get involved and we as women don't know how to get
them involved.
My current job title is Education Specialist and I spend much of my time with youth
in junior high/high schools, juvenile centers, alternative high schools, and tribal
youth groups conducting in- class exercises that promote healthy relationships and
gender equality.
The outreach area that WISH serves is Metlakatla, Prince of Wales, Wrangell,
Petersburg and Ketchikan/Saxman. I wouldn't say that I am the best public
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presenter but I stay involved because I think what I do is important. I am just
learning a little about the White Ribbon Campaign and do not know the details, but
I do know that we need more men involved.
I do not know you or your husband personally, but have kept up a little in the news
and have been very encouraged with your energy and enthusiasm and support for
each other. It is especially nice to see you both with your children in the media.
Just think: Alaska's First Man, helping to end violence against women
. Rugged Outdoorsman
. Hunter
. Ironman Champion
. Fisherman
But most importantly: Alaska's First Man, helping to end violence against women
. Positive Role Model
. Father/Family Oriented
. Strong Faith and Respect
. Gentleness
Wow, I really rattled on. Thank you so much for your time. I look forward to your
feedback and I hope to get a chance to talk further and brainstorm ideas if you are
interested. Feel free to reach me at work 225-9474 or on my cell phone 617
-1852.
Good luck in your endeavors.
Take care and Gunalcheesh,
Naomi Michalsen
naomiOkpunet . net
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [govemor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 2: 1 6 PM
To: lceworms@gci.net
Subject: RE: Fish_and_Game
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 02, 2007 4:27 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Fish_and_Game
Web mail from: Ms. PATRICIA Lynch
address: 13300 McCabe Circle East Anchorage AK 99516
MESSAGE :
DEAR GOVERNOR PALIN,
PLEASE CONSIDER REPLACING THE BOARD OF FISH AND GAME. THEY CONTINUE TO
MAKE POOR DECISION.
PATRICIA LYNCH
IcewormsOgci . net
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Unknown
From: Sean R Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 1 0:40 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: Barrow
I had a good trip to Barrow notwithstanding the absence of Tom and Joe.
1. On your behalf, I congratulated the Lady Whalers and Anaktuvuk Pass championship
teams at a town hall where about 80-100 gathered. We all had lunch together. It was
refreshing to witness Mayor Itta ask "Molly," a respected elder, to give thanks for the food
and the entire crowd automatically stood as she approached the front to do so. The
respect for elders in that culture is beautiful!
2. Met with ASRC executives (Bobbie, Oliver Leavitt, Richard Glen). They clearly respect
Tom Irwin. Bobbie, the new CEO, especially, wants to develop a rapport and trust with
you. They have a number of interests to talk about but with respect to the gas line they
identified themselves with the "explorers" who want to ensure access to the gas line for
other gas they own that might come later.
3. Met several times with Mayor Itta and his staff. Mayor Itta is focused on building healthy
communities from the grassroots up. . . inspiring them to confront the addictions of drug
and alcohol abuse head on and trying to return the villages to their traditional values. We
also had a gas line discussion with the mayor and his staff— as a side note, Randy
Hoffbeck, the new CFO for the Borough was formerly with Dept. of Revenue and Tom
will know him.
4. The whales are expected within the next two to three weeks off Barrow and the Mayor
and ASRC both asked for the AGIA briefing by Tom in the next two weeks. (The town
empties out for the hunt.) I communicated this to Mike T. yesterday so you may have
heard. From a political standpoint, they would love to see you but it is not necessary for
you to be there in the next two weeks. Instead, you might consider having your staff find
out when the new climate change research facility will be dedicated— it's a wonderful
new building thanks to Sen. Stevens, I believe, and I was told the congressional
delegation is planning to show up to its dedication. Also, somewhere in mid to late June
you will likely be invited to the community celebration and feed following the whale hunt.
All the best,
Sean
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Joe Balash [Joe_Balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 4:51 PM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Mason; Janice L (GOV); 'govpalin@gov.state.ak.us'
Cc: 'martha_fischbach@gov.state.ak.us'
Subject: Briefing Memo for Wednesday
6/9/2009
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MEMORANDUM STATE OF ALASKA
Office of the Governor
TO: Governor Sarah Palin DATE: 4/3/07
FROM: JoeBalash TELEPHONE: 907-465-4022
SUBJECT: Briefing paper regarding Alaska Forestry Association meeting 4/4/ 07
Attending
Kirk Dahlstrom, Viking Lumber President of AF A
Owen Graham, Executive Director
The Alaska Forest Association is one of the oldest in the State of Alaska (it dates back to
1956) and provides members the opportunity to participate in programs such as
Tongass Timber Trust (group health), Alaska Loggers Retirement (pension plan) and a
public information program which promotes the facts concerning the forest products
industry.
Tongass Land Management Plan
The Forest Service is scheduled to amend its forest management plan later this fall. The
public comment period deadline is April 30. We have assembled a multi-agency team
that is compiling a single set of State comments. Two weeks ago, that team met with
AFA and the Southeast Conference to review their goals and objectives for the plan.
AFA is advocating the most aggressive alternative (number 7) described in the US
Forest Service's Draft EIS.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal MIThe biggest threat to the industry is a Tongass Plan that gets
thrown out of court. For the past few years, the State has been able to provide a bridge
supply of timber to keep the existing mills running on life-support. We need to get a
Tongass Plan approved and in place so there can be a steady supply of timber available.
Tongass Futures Roundtable
The Tongass Futures Roundtable is a unique organization that has brought together
stakeholders from across the spectrum to determine whether or not a consensus can be
found on management of the Tongass. It includes the private sector, government
agencies, policy advocates (pro and con), as well as some of the financiers that back the
anti-logging groups. The group has made tremendous progress— but is unlikely to
have reached a complete consensus before the TLMP is finalized later this year.
cc: Mike Tibbies, Chief of Staff
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 3:10 PM
To: Spencer, Kari L (GOV); "Sarah Palm'; Michael A Tibbies
Subject: RE: Bethel and Barrow
My understanding is that once the whaling season begins, residents are not around to host a
town hall meeting. Certainly, it is an honor to be invited. Perhaps a town hall meeting
during the week of the 16 th and then ask to be there the following year for the opening of
the whaling season. Additionally, I have been told that search and rescue has been called in
more often than most can remember because the ice is breaking up differently than in the
past and is stranding whalers who are setting up camp right now.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 12:55 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Meghan N Stapleton'; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Bethel and Barrow
The Governor has been invited by Mayor Itta to see the Whaling event firsthand between April 23 and
May 6. Would that be a better time to go?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 12:44 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Bethel and Barrow
i'll be at the educ. symposium next week, so it would have to be a one-day trip when i return, kari
- is this possible?
Meghan Stapleton <tneghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
Before I begin looking at your schedule, do you want to try and get to Barrow in the next
two weeks - before whaling season begins? Or shall I just try to send Tom Irwin?
Please provide guidance.
Thanks,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
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Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
TV dinner still cooling?
Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV.
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Unknown
From: Mike Nizich [mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:43 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV);
Denby S Lloyd; Bitney; John W (GOV)
Subject: RE: wolf kill language
I have the language. I will provide you copies.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 4:39 PM
To: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us; meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us;
sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: wolf kill language
i still need the language re: two previous advisory votes that passed, saying "no" to airplane
shooting of wolves, what were specifics? banning F & G biologists even from using aircraft to
cull?
i am still asked why i'm "violating the will of the people" and need that ballot language to futher
explain my position.
thanks!
Get your own web address.
Have a HUGE year through Yahoo! Small Business.
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 3:33 PM
To: bucs@alaska.net
Subject: RE: Other
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 2:36 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Other
Web mail from: Mr. Anchorage Bucs Baseball Club
address: 1317 W. Northern Lights Anchorage AK 99503
MESSAGE :
The Anchorage Bucs Baseball Club, a member of the Alaska Baseball League, would like to
honor Governor
Palin with a "Governor's Night" at Mulcahy Stadium this summer. We would like to honor
Gov. Palin by
having her throw out the ceremonial first pitch at a game one night that she is in
Anchorage. I assume
she is constantly traveling, so this wouldn't be a huge commitment. She doesn't even have
to stay for
the whole game.
The contact with the Bucs is Zak Basch, 907-561-2827. Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully,
PRA GSP01 0000885
Zak Basch, Assistant General Manager
Anchorage Bucs Baseball Club
A Non-Profit, 501(c) 3 Organization
bucsOalaska . net
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 3:26 PM
To: Fagerstrom; Erika (GOV)
Subject: FW: Education
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 12:00 PM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subj ect : Education
Web mail from: Ms. Ann Knobbe
address: 110 W. Caribou Ave Palmer AK 99645
MESSAGE :
To: Erica, Gov's Office
Subject: Mr. Palin 's visit to Willow
Hello, I am just wondering if Mr Palin has had a chance to see if he will be able to visit
Willow School
on April 20. I know he is very busy and the weather has detained travel this past week.
I am hoping you
can call or email as soon as he knows. I don't mean to rush, yet I will need to try and
find a
replacement if he can't make it. Thank you, Erica, for your help and understanding. Ann
Knobbe
907-495-6236
ann . knobbe@matsukl2 . us
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Unknown
From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:53 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: Prayer Breakfast Photos
Hello Governor,
The Governor's Prayer Breakfast (Lunch this year) would like to run a TV. ad for the event. Would it be okay with
you- to use your official picture? Andy Mills is sending a few other pictures over. The advertisement would
basically show a few pictures and say something like.."Come join us as we honor, support, and pray for Governor
Sarah Palin" followed by the information for the event.
I apologize for bothering you with questions, we just don't want to over-step our bounds or use something that
we shouldn't.
Thanks!
Erika
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone: 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 12:55 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Meghan N Stapleton; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Bethel and Barrow
The Governor has been invited by Mayor Itta to see the Whaling event firsthand between April 23 and May 6.
Would that be a better time to go?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 12:44 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Bethel and Barrow
i'll be at the educ. symposium next week, so it would have to be a one-day trip when i return, kari - is
this possible?
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
Before I begin looking at your schedule, do you want to try and get to Barrow in the next two
weeks - before whaling season begins? Or shall I just try to send Tom Irwin?
Please provide guidance.
Thanks,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
TV dinner still cooling?
Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV.
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 1 :58 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; Sarah Palin
Cc: 'Sharon Busch'; leighow; Sharon W (GOV) '
Subject: RE: Earl Finkler with Barrow Radio
The Governor will be in Arizona on April 13, so she would need to call at 8:30-8:45am from Scottsdale.
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 10:47 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; Leighow, Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: Earl Finkler with Barrow Radio
Earl called requesting an early morning interview with the Governor, 5-10 minutes, on Friday, April
13 th . It is the first day of Barrow's Spring festival. In the past, Mr. Finkler said he had been
successful with previous Governors calling in...saying welcoming cheers for Spring in Barrow.
There will be a celebration in Barrow beginning on the 13 th going thru the 16 th of April.
Mr. Finkler is requesting that Governor Palin call in between 7:30am and 7:45am on Friday, April
13 th . He can be reached at 852-8974 at home, or email at: finklers@barrow.com
Sharon Busch
Office of the Governor
Executive Secretary for Press & Communications
Phone: 907-465-4031
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Unknown
From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fegerstrom@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:53 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: Prayer Breakfast Photos
Hello Governor,
The Governor's Prayer Breakfast (Lunch this year) would like to run a TV. ad for the event Would it be okay with
you- to use your official picture? Andy Mills is sending a few other pictures over. The advertisement would
basically show a few pictures and say something like.. "Come join us as we honor, support, and pray for Governor
Sarah Palin" followed by the information for the event.
I apologize for bothering you with questions, we just don't want to over-step our bounds or use something that
we shouldn't.
Thanks!
Erika
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone: 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Kan' Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 12:55 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Meghan N Stapleton; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: Bethel and Barrow
The Governor has been invited by Mayor Itta to see the Whaling event firsthand between April 23 and May 6.
Would that be a better time to go?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 12:44 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: Bethel and Barrow
i'll be at the educ. symposium next week, so it would have to be a one-day trip when i return, kari - is
this possible?
Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor,
Before I begin looking at your schedule, do you want to try and get to Barrow in the next two
weeks - before whaling season begins? Or shall I just try to send Tom Irwin?
Please provide guidance.
Thanks,
Meghan
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
TV dinner still cooling?
Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV.
8/26/2009
PRA GSP01 0000892
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Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 8:46 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Patrick S
Galvin; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W(LAA); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Cc: Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: RE: producers' meetings
We can certainly do a press conference. Commissioner Galvin provided a list of just high
level meetings to us with at least a dozen dates, I believe - and that list would be more
comprehensive with lower level meetings. Robert Dillon of Oil Daily actually wrote Dan
Fagan a note questioning his line of reasoning. I will forward to all in case some haven't
seen. To be clear, we have countered - and I believe you did too on the Fagan show and
elsewhere it's been suggested. We have not countered the VOT on really anything since
they admittedly tell others they write what VECO tells them too and not their opinions. I like
your soundbite and I don't personally see anything wrong with coming out charging. They
get away with it by using the word "negotiated," We're not negotiating with anyone.
However, we've been talking with numerous entities and asking for input. Perhaps we could
also point out that we can continue to expect this rhetoric the closer the legislators come to
approving AGIA and since that will be in roughly a month, I urge you to stand up for Alaska
and contact your legislators. Let's get AGIA approved and move along with a gasline that
protects us and not "them."
I believe many reporters are leaving today for the break. Let me see what the schedules are
in terms of timing.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 8:06 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Tom Irwin; marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us;
patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us;
meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Re: producers' meetings
Additionally: a soundbite on this issue will be: "If Veco is still attacking me, then we must be
doing something right for Alaskans."
Sarah Palin <gov.sarah@yahoo.com> wrote:
G'morning:
Tom Brennen's article this morning in the VOT is outrageous in it's claim that we haven't
"negotiated" with producers.
This type of claim can not continue to go unanswered, as I've been trying to convince naysayers
that we've met with producers/industry, we're open to continued meetings with them, etc... but
my counterclaims seem to be falling on deaf ears considering the repetitious false claims that
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continue to spew from (evidently) producer-biased persons - or the producers themselves. The claim
makes us sound unreasonable, irresponsible, stubborn and incompetent. It's not fair to Alaskans to have
not corrected this claim a long time ago - when it first started surfacing.
So, today this claim must be countered. We need a strong op-ed, or presser, or whatever is most
effective.
Unless I'm missing something here and there HAS been refusal on the part of gasline team members to
work with - or meet with - producers, then it's ridiculous to let this bogus claim hang out there and
gather more steam everyday.
Please let me know what the team's strategy is today on this - I'll talk to reporters about the facts when
you present them to me re: dates, times, subjects, etc. in meetings with producers.
thanks!
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 9:22 AM
To: Fagerstrom; Erika (GOV)
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos
No problem using the pic. Erika! And your questions are no bother at ail!
Remind Steph that I boiled all the eggs that I found in the fridge last night - sorry I nabbed them if she
needed them for anything today.
Thanks!
From: Erika Fagerstrom [mailto:erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:53 PM
To: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'Governor Sarah Palin'
Subject: Prayer Breakfast Photos
Hello Governor,
The Governor's Prayer Breakfast (Lunch this year) would like to run a TV. ad for the event. Would it be
okay with you- to use your official picture? Andy Mills is sending a few other pictures over. The
advertisement would basically show a few pictures and say something like.. "Come join us as we honor,
support, and pray for Governor Sarah Palin" followed by the information for the event.
I apologize for bothering you with questions, we just don't want to over-step our bounds or use
something that we shouldn't.
Thanks!
Erika
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone: 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
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From:
Sent:
To:
Palin, Sarah (GOV sponsored) [/0=SOA/OU=FIRST ADMINISTRATIVE GROUP/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=GOVSP]
Thursday, April 05, 2007 7:50 PM
Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Martha K Rutherford; Torn E
Irwin; Patrick S Galvin
Cc: BRney; John W (GOV)
Subject: I was not informed about Pt Thomson and may be asked in tomorrow's press conf.
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Exxon Mobil receives Point Thomson extension
STEVE QUINN
Associated Press Writer
JUNEAU, Alaska — Exxon Mobil Corp. has an extra month complete Its appeal of i
termination In the North Slope's Point Thomson oil and gas field, the Department
Resources said Tuesday,
Point Thomson is the North Slope's second largest natural gas field, after Prudhoe
lawmakers have called it vital to the success of a prospective gas pipeline.
The field Is estimated to hold about nine trillion cubic feet of gas reserves, more t
known gas In all North Slope fields.
"You can't do the pipeline without Point Thomson," said Rep, Ralph Samuels, R-A
serves on the House Oil and Gas Committee, "It has to be resolved either througl
or make a deal.
i "So if the extension is a sign that they are still trying to work something out and
done, then that's a good sign. I'm assuming It is or they probably wouldn't have i
Because of pending litigation Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Tor
could not comment. Exxon Mobil officials could not Immediately be reached for cc
Tne dispute is about 18 months old. Alaska officials ruled in 2005 that Exxon Mob
delaying Point Thomson development by submitting a plan without any sure date
begin.
The state threatened to revoke the leases but stayed that decision while negotlat
Exxon and two other oil companies for a $25 billion natural gas pipeline that woul
North Slope to Midwestern markets.
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The negotiated contract fell through last year, leaving Exxon Mobil with an Octobi
update its development plan.
The plan the company submitted was rejected In November and the state — undf
Murkowski - revoked the leases. In that plan, Exxon Mobil proposed paying the <
giving up 20,000 acres to settle its unmet obligations to develop the gas field. Th
promise to drill one well In 2009 to better map the extent of the field.
In December, the resources department under new Gov. Sarah Palin reviewed thi
the decision from Minkowski's administration the prior month.
This set off numerous court filings from the oil and gas companies and the state,
companies requesting a Superior Court to overturn the state's decision.
The extension announced Tuesday comes as lawmakers are reviewing Palln's Ala;
Inducement Act, which her administration hopes will provide the vehicle to ship ti
of natural gas to market.
Exxon Mobil, an Irving, Texas, company is among nearly a dozen companies inter
The company is Point Thomson's field operator for 45 gas and oil leases shared la
ConocoPhlllips and Chevron Corp.
Exxon Mobil now has until April 26 to complete paperwork for the appeal and pro-
I arguments for retaining the leases.
Once that has been submitted, Irwin can take as long as he needs to review the i
said agency spokesman Dan Saddler.
Granting the extension could illustrate the state's effort to resolve the issues outs
Sen. Gene Therriault, R-North Pole, who serves on the Senate Judiciary Committi
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"It doesn't help your case If you say no to Exxon for the extension, then they say In court, 'Your
honor, we made a reasonable request and we were denied,'" Therriault said.
i Still, Therriault said he prefers a quick resolution.
"I'm hopeful ultimately the state can get to a negotiated settlement,'' he said. "Absent that, we
should be taking any steps allowed under the terms of the lease to put the leases into production or
force the return of the leases so someone else can."
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [govemor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 2:00 PM
To: clayrai@aol.com
Subject: RE: Ak_History_Facts
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 10:07 AM
To: governorogov. state. ak. us
Subject: Ak_History_Pacts
Web mail from: Mr. Kevin Shirley
address: 2869 Edgewood Road Columbus GA 31906
MESSAGE:
Is there a book, brochure, photgraph, or postcard available of the Governor's Mansion? I
am trying to get
information on each mansion. Thank you for all your help.
clayrai@aol . com
PLEASE ADD TO E-NEWS
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From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Denby Lloyd [denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Thursday, April 05, 2007 12:23 PM
'Sarah Palin'
'Mike Nizich"; 'Mike Tibbies'; 'Meghan Stapleton'
FW: FW: airborne hunting language
Governor :
You have asked: "Denby: did you do a formal emergency order on the pred.
cont. issue?" This is with regard to language in the two previous "wolf
control" initiatives, from 1996 and 2000.
Below is a lengthy explanation of the two initiatives, and subsequent
amendment by the legislature, by Kevin Saxby of our Attorney General's
office.
The upshot with regard to your question, however, is that the 1996
initiative language was subsequently amended by the legislature in 1999, so
there is no longer any provision or requirement for the commissioner of
ADF&G to declare a "biological emergency" in order to conduct operations
under existing statute and regulation in "wolf control areas."
So, no, I have not issued a formal emergency finding or emergency order.
But, yes, we are in compliance with state law.
Clear as mud? If you need anything else, please let me know.
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
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Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
Original Message
From: Kevin Saxby [mailto:kevin_saxby@law.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 11:41 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Subject: RE: FW: airborne hunting language
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
>>> Denby Lloyd <denby_lloyd@fishgame. state. ak.us> 04/05/07 11: 38 AM
Kevin :
Thanks very much for this (albeit lengthy) summary. It is very
informative.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
DL.
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Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
Original Message
From: Kevin Saxby [mailto:kevin_saxby@law.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 10:45 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Subject: Re: FW: airborne hunting language
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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I hope this helps. Its probably not as concise as you were hoping for.
I think you should forward this freely to your staff, and especially
to
Matt and Kim, as I know Dr. Titus is planning on preparing a technical
paper that addresses this history later this year. Please let me know
if
I can answer any other questions.
>>> Denby Lloyd <denby_lloyd@fishgame. state. ak.us> 04/04/07 5:53 PM
Kevin :
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks , DL .
Denby S. Lloyd
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Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:44 PM
To : mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us ; denby_lloyd@f ishgame . state . ak . us
Subject: FW: airborne hunting language
Here you go. I've emailed the others.
Sorry about that.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
Original Message
From : MEGHAN_STAPLETON@GOV . STATE . AK .
[mailto :meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 7:41 AM
To : gov . sarahOyahoo . com
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: airborne hunting language
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 1 :55 PM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Subject: Re: FW: FW: airborne hunting language
clear as mud - thanks!
Also, I called my dad and asked him what the heck his name is doing on a document being
circulated in this building that lists "Those Opposed to Denby..." and he insists he's NEVER
opposed you (I believe him!) but did contact Charlie Huggins asking for more information on
Ken b/c he'd heard that Ken wanted to neuter wolves. He said his contact with Charlie is the only
thing he can think of that would have put him on that list - and he shouldn't be on that list.
Denby Lloyd <denby_lloyd@fishgame.state,ak.us> wrote:
Governor:
You have asked: "Denby: did you do a formal emergency order on the pred.
cont. issue?" This is with regard to language in the two previous "wolf
control" initiatives, from 1996 and 2000.
Below is a lengthy explanation of the two initiatives, and subsequent
amendment by the legislature, by Kevin Saxby of our Attorney General's
office.
The upshot with regard to your question, however, is that the 1996
initiative language was subsequently amended by the legislature in 1999, so
there is no longer any provision or requirement for the commissioner of
ADF&G to declare a "biological emergency" in order to conduct operations
under existing statute and regulation in "wolf control areas."
So, no, I have not issued a formal emergency finding or emergency order.
But, yes, we are in compliance with state law.
Clear as mud? If you need anything else, please let me know.
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 9981 1-5526
11/10/2009
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907-465-4719
Original Message
From: Kevin Saxby [mailto:kevin_saxby@law.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 1 1:41 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Subject: RE: FW: airborne hunting language
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
>» Denby Lloyd 04/05/07 1 1:38 AM
»>
Kevin:
Thanks very much for this (albeit lengthy) summary. It is very
informative.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 9981 1-5526
907-465-4719
Original Message
From: Kevin Saxby [mailto:kevin_saxby@law.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 10:45 AM
To: Denby Lloyd
Subject: Re: FW: airborne hunting language
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I hope this helps. Its probably not as concise as you were hoping for.
I think you should forward this freely to your staff, and especially
to
Matt and Kim, as I know Dr. Titus is planning on preparing a technical
paper that addresses this history later this year. Please let me know
if
I can answer any other questions.
>» Denby Lloyd 04/04/07 5 :53 PM
>»
Kevin:
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Thanks, DL.
Denby S. Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O.Box 115526
Juneau, AK 9981 1-5526
907-465-4719
11/10/2009
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Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:44 PM
To: mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us; denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us
Subject: FW: airborne hunting language
Here you go. I've emailed the others.
Sorry about that.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
Original Message
From:MEGHAN_STAPLETON@GOV.STATE.AK.
[mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 7:41 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: airborne hunting language
8:00? 8:25? 8:40? Find a flick in no time
with th e Yahoo! Search movie showtime shortcut.
11/10/2009
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Governor Palin understands that there are two parts of the of the process that need to com... Page 1 of 3
Unknown
From: Meghan Stapleton [meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 1 1 : 1 9 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Bitney; John W (LAA); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Patrick S Galvin;
Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Cc: Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: FW: AGIA editorial.doc
Our press office received this just a little bit ago. Steve Porter sent the proposed editorial
below - he still needs to have Stedman look at it and he would like for us to see it, too. It's
much of what was heard yesterday - positive tone, but inside it does discuss a thorough
analysis of the gas tax before approving the AGIA. That doesn't mean much for the average
person at home, but as Commissioner Galvin pointed out yesterday, does mean a lot to us
in terms of the timeline. The rest is appears to be extremely complimentary.
Thanks,
meg
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 11:08 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; Leighow, Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: FW: AGIA editorial.doc
From: Steve Porter [mailto:Steve_Porter@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 11:00 AM
To: sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: AGIA editorial.doc
Palin Gasline Plan Train Track to our Future
Governor Palin understands that there are two parts of the process that need to come together to
have a success. AGIA was designed to address both. Let's look at the needs of each and how
AGIA addresses them in a way that increases the likelihood of getting a gas pipeline sometime
before our grandchildren are grown.
The most important issue to address is making sure that the upstream shipper/producer has what
it needs to come to the open season and bid their gas in the form of firm transportation
commitments. Without those commitments any pipeline company would be hard pressed to
finance a project of this magnitude. Some have said it would be impossible to finance this project
without them.
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So what do the producers require? From their testimony they have said they need fiscal certainty. Fiscal
certainty for them means making sure that the state doesn't increase their taxes in the future after they
have committed to firm transportation (FT) commitments lasting 20 years or longer that obligate them to
ship their gas on the pipeline. That commitment will enable the pipeline company to finance the pipeline
because the producers have, in essence, agreed to pay for that pipeline over the next 20 years through the
tariff. The tariff is what the pipeline company charges the producers to ship their gas.
The inducement in AGIA is the state will provide the producers with fiscal certainty on the taxes they
pay on the gas if the producers show up at the first binding open season. It is clean and straight forward.
Two questions remain. What should the tax be and what should the term be?
First, the term. The governor has recommended 10 years in AGIA; the producers negotiated a contract
for 35 years under the Stranded Gas Development Act (SGDA), and the term of their FT commitment
could be around 20 years. Certainly the 35 years is out and it doesn't make sense for the state to commit
to anything greater that the producer commitment to the pipeline of around 20 years. So the boundaries
are set, somewhere between 10 and 20 years. The legislature gets to decide based on what they think is a
fair exchange for inducing a shipper to commit their gas at the initial open season.
Second, the tax. What is a reasonable gas tax. Last year the legislature went through a thorough process
of redesigning the oil and gas tax, creating the petroleum production tax (PPT). For purposes of this
discussion I will assume that they came up with a fair tax on oil. At the time the focus was on oil, a
thorough review of what the tax on gas should be was not done. Some have said that was because the
gas tax was fixed in the proposed SGDA contract. What the legislature needs to do is a thorough
analysis of the gas tax to see if it should be raised or lowered and if the progressivity provision in the oil
tax works for gas. Once they make that determination, and a change if necessary, they are ready to pass
AGIA fixing the tax for the term necessary to provide the producers with the fiscal certainty the believe
is necessary to commit their gas to the first open season.
Next what does a pipeline company require to move forward with the project and what do we require of
a pipeline company. First, we need a pipeline company that has the expertise to carry out the project: the
technical expertise to build a complex project in this harsh arctic environment, the capable staff mat
understand and can manage a project of this magnitude, and the financial strength to see the project
through to the end even if there are substantial unforeseen cost overruns.
What the pipeline company needs is for the state to not abandon them for a "better" project part way
through the process. If they are going to risk hundreds of millions of dollars they want fiscal certainty on
this risk dollars. Seems like a reasonable request.
What AGIA does is give them that certainty, first through a substantial contribution to the project - up
to $500 million, then through a damages clause that says if we abandon them for another project they get
three times their investment back.
Some have said that any pipeline company that has the financial strength to build what may end up
being a $30 billion pipeline doesn't need a $500 million contribution. But they miss the point of the
contribution. The reason for the contribution is about state commitment to the project and to the selected
licensee, not about need. If the state is willing to contribute a substantial sum of money and agrees to
substantial damages if it abandons the licensee, it will think seriously before it takes that step. This
should be sufficient to entice most pipeline companies to compete to become the licensee.
All told AGIA has the elements necessary to encourage a successful gas pipeline. There are probably
changes that need to be made, but the basic structure is in place. Lets figure out what changes need to be
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made to make it better and increase the chances that our grandchildren will be have the freedom to do
something more productive with their time than figuring out how to build a gas pipeline.
11/10/2009
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From: Tom Irwin [tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 9:38 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Joe Balash'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon Leighow';
marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us; patrick_galvin@revenue. state. ak. us
Cc: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: RE: I was not informed about Pt. Thomson and may be asked in tomorrow's press conf.
Nothing has changed since Point Thomson was discussed two weeks ago just prior to and in
the press availability. This looks like a repeat of the initial article.
The unit was placed in default by the previous Admin and that decision was upheld by
Acting Commissioner Marty Rutherford. It is in litigation and we can't say more except
we are confident of the state's position.
Additionally the leases were put into default by Acting Oil and Gas Director Kevin Banks.
Several lease holders have appealed this decision to the Commissioner of DNR. It is a
complex issue with some leases over30-years old, 22-plans of development (POD'S), 45-
leases, numerous owners, an original unit and an expansion unit. As Commissioner I have
to make a fair informed decision. The extension, to allow for receipt of lease holder
appeal information, is appropriate to insure the integrity of the process. The apeal
extension is for 30 -days.
The leases were not extended.
This is being managed by DNR with continuing support from Dept of Law. The goal is to
insure Pt T gas is available for the gas line. We will keep all informed if there are
changes .
Also the time spent with Steve Quinn on Monday was very worth while. He now knows I will
always talk with him. I don't want a no comment statement.
Please call me at
Privileged o| if
anyone needs more or if we can help. Tom
Original Message
From: "Governor Sarah Palin" <govpalin@gov. state. ak.us>
To: "'Michael Tibbies'" <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>; "'Joe Balash'"
<joe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>; " 'Meghan Stapleton 1 " <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us >;
"'Sharon Leighow'" <sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>; marty_rutherf ordodnr . state . ak . us ;
tom_irwin@dnr . state . ak . us ; patrick_galvin@revenue . stateak . us
Cc: john_bitney@gov. state. ak. us
Sent: 4/5/07 7:50 PM
Sub j ect : I was not informed about Pt . Thomson and may be asked in tomorrow ' s press conf .
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Exxon Mobil receives Point Thomson extension
STEVE QUINN
Associated Press Writer
JUNEAU, Alaska - Exxon Mobil Corp. has an extra month complete its appeal of
potential lease termination in the North Slope's Point Thomson oil and gas
field, the Department of Natural Resources said Tuesday.
Point Thomson is the North Slope's second largest natural gas field, after
Prudhoe Bay, and lawmakers have called it vital to the success of a
prospective gas pipeline.
The field is estimated to hold about nine trillion cubic feet of gas
reserves, more than a quarter of the known gas in all North Slope fields.
"You can't do the pipeline without Point Thomson," said Rep. Ralph Samuels,
R-Anchorage, who serves on the House Oil and Gas Committee. "It has to be
resolved either through the court system or make a deal.
"So if the extension is a sign that they are still trying to work something
out and get the development done, then that's a good sign. I'm assuming it
is or they probably wouldn't have done it."
Because of pending litigation Department of Natural Resources Commissioner
Tom Irwin said he could not comment. Exxon Mobil officials could not
immediately be reached for comment.
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The dispute is about 18 months old. Alaska officials ruled in 2005 that
Exxon Mobil was in default for delaying Point Thomson development by
submitting a plan without any sure date for production to begin.
The state threatened to revoke the leases but stayed that decision while
negotiating a contract with Exxon and two other oil companies for a $25
billion natural gas pipeline that would take gas from the North Slope to
Midwestern markets.
The negotiated contract fell through last year, leaving Exxon Mobil with an
October deadline to update its development plan.
The plan the company submitted was rejected in November and the state -
under then Gov. Frank Murkowski - revoked the leases. In that plan, Exxon
Mobil proposed paying the state $20 million and giving up 20,000 acres to
settle its unmet obligations to develop the gas field. The plan included a
promise to drill one well in 2009 to better map the extent of the field.
In December, the resources department under new Gov. Sarah Palin reviewed
the case and upheld the decision from Murkowski ' s administration the prior
month.
This set off numerous court filings from the oil and gas companies and the
state, including the companies requesting a Superior Court to overturn the
state's decision.
The extension announced Tuesday comes as lawmakers are reviewing Palin 1 s
Alaska Gasline Inducement Act, which her administration hopes will provide
the vehicle to ship trillions of cubic feet of natural gas to market.
Exxon Mobil, an Irving, Texas, company is among nearly a dozen companies
interested in the project. The company is Point Thomson's field operator for
45 gas and oil leases shared largely by BP PLC, ConocoPhillips and Chevron
Corp.
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Exxon Mobil now has until April 26 to complete paperwork for the appeal and
provide the state its arguments for retaining the leases.
Once that has been submitted, Irwin can take as long as he needs to review
the company's materials, said agency spokesman Dan Saddler.
Granting the extension could illustrate the state ' s effort to resolve the
issues outside the courts, said Sen. Gene Therriault, R-North Pole, who
serves on the Senate Judiciary Committee.
"It doesn't help your case if you say no to Exxon for the extension, then
they say in court, 'Your honor, we made a reasonable request and we were
denied,'" Therriault said.
Still, Therriault said he prefers a quick resolution.
"I'm hopeful ultimately the state can get to a negotiated settlement," he
said. "Absent that, we should be taking any steps allowed under the terms of
the lease to put the leases into production or force the return of the
leases so someone else can."
On the Net:
http : //www. gov . state . ak . us/agia/
http : //www . dnr . state . ak . us/
http://www.exxonmobil.com/
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From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 10:39 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos & Easter
Would you like to invite your Cabinet and senior staff to the Prayer Lunch? Shannon from John Bitney's office
was inquiring if they were expected to attend. I wouldn't think that they're expected to attend, but they are
invited.
If you would like to extend a verbal invitation, that would be great. If you'd like for me to email them an invite so
they have all the information, just let me know.
Next year, it will be smooth sailing. . . as it will all be routine by then.
Easter
Would you like for me to pick up baskets for the girls? Stefani has candy, but if you want I could pick something
else up.
On-line gift certificates for Old Navy, American Eagle, Abercombie... I'd need credit card info, for that..
Tanning coupons for Bristol...?
Movie passes
Erika
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 9:22 AM
To: 'Erika Fagerstrom'
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos
No problem using the pic. Erika! And your questions are no bother at all!
Remind Steph that I boiled all the eggs that I found in the fridge last night- sorry I nabbed them if she needed
them for anything today.
Thanks!
From: Erika Fagerstrom [mailto:erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:53 PM
To: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'Governor Sarah Palin'
Subject: Prayer Breakfast Photos
Hello Governor,
The Governor's Prayer Breakfast (Lunch this year) would like to run a TV. ad for the event. Would it be okay with
you- to use your official picture? Andy Mills is sending a few other pictures over. The advertisement would
basically show a few pictures and say something like. ."Come join us as we honor, support, and pray for Governor
Sarah Palin" followed by the information for the event.
I apologize for bothering you with questions, we just don't want to over-step our bounds or use something that
we shouldn't.
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Thanks!
Erika
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone: 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 9:16 AM
To: Sarah Palin; Christopher Clark; John Bitney; Todd Palin
Subject: FW: Rep. Doogan's E-News: Special Midweek edition!
There's a link to Mike Doogan's AGIA song,
iv
From: Rep. Mike Doogan [mailto:Representative_Mike_Doogan@legis.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 4:28 PM
Subject: Rep. Doogan's E-News: Special Midweek edition!
CONTACT ME
Ph: (907) 465-4998
Or (800) 689-4998
Fax:(907)465-4419
AK State Capitol
Room #112
Juneau, AK 99801
April 4, 2007
Special Midweek edition!
We're on Easter break after Thursday's floor session and the woman who lets me live
with her and I are getting out of Juneau for a few days. So here is this abbreviated
week's update.
See you later, ethics
On Monday, the House unanimously approved its omnibus ethics bill, HB 109 . It
contains parts of 13 bills, as well as some of the more than 50 amendments that were
offered in the State Affairs and Judiciary committees. It's not a perfect bill, but it does
make the ethics laws stronger. The bill has gone to the Senate, which will do who
knows what, and then probably to a conference committee to iron out the differences
of opinion between us and them. So we'll most likely be seeing the bill again on the
House floor later in the session.
Au revoir, 90-day session
On Tuesday, we passed a bill, HB 171. to make a 90-day session work. That was
mostly changing the dates of when reports are due to us, but it does provide for a
February starting date every other year. I don't think the 90-day session is a good idea,
but the voters approved it and now we've got to try to make it work. I was particularly
happy with an amendment by Harry Crawford and others that took out the automatic
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repeal of the 90-day session after two years had passed.
Bye, bye AGIA
Also on Tuesday, the powerful Oil and Gas Committee, of which I am a powerful
member, passed out its version of Gov. Sarah Palin's Alaska Gasline Inducement Act.
HB 177 . The short version is that the governor gave us a pretty good bill and we made
it better, and we did it in a workmanlike, bipartisan way. ( We also got a pretty funky
song out of it .) But the bill is not well liked by the North Slope oil and gas producers
and their allies in the legislature, so it's a good bet that mischief will be done
somewhere along the way.
Go away, cruise ship initiative changes
I'm wrestling with another bill to change the cruise ship initiative, this one in the
powerful Economic Development, Trade and Tourism Committee. The bill, HB217.
would eliminate the requirement that cruise ship personnel who sell shore-side tours to
passengers declare how much of their payment is going into the cruise line's pocket. I
don't support the bill, because I don't think we should be making significant changes
to laws passed by initiative unless they pose a serious threat to the state. I'm also
unhappy with the cruise ship industry, which is trying to nibble the initiative to death
using arguments they could have made to the voters but didn't. Looks like we'll be
voting on the bill next Tuesday, so stay tuned.
Farewell, constituent meeting
Sen. Hollis French . Rep. Lindsey Holmes , Blazzee the Clown and I had a lot of fun
with about 100 people who came out to eat pizza and talk politics at the Spenard Rec
Center last weekend. If you weren't there, you missed the party of the year, if not the
century. I heard about lots of issues that are important to people in our House district
and, let me tell you, that Blazzee really knows his way around a balloon animal.
Best wishes,
Stay in touch: Send me an e-mail!
Visit my website: http://doogan.akdemocrats.org
Enough of this: Take me off the mailing list!
I want to receive the E-News at a different address: Change mv e-mail address
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 2:19 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; 'John Bitney'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Devon; Shannon L (GOV); 'Christopher Clark'; 'Michelle Fabrello'
Subject: RE: Jim Elkins services
From what I surmise the 19 th is the "grand finale"
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 1:54 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer'; 'John Bitney'; 'Michael Tibbies'; 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Shannon Devon'; 'Christopher Clark'; 'Michelle Fabrello'
Subject: RE: Jim Elkins services
I know how difficult it would be to cancel - how about sliding the Glennallen trip out a day or two,
one side or the other?
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 C
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 1:42 PM
To: 'John Bitney'; "Michael Tibbies'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; "Sarah Palin"
Cc: 'Shannon Devon'; "Christopher Clark'; 'Michelle Fabrello'
Subject: RE: Jim Elkins services
Importance: High
Please know that the Governor has committed April 19 to be in Glennallen giving a speech at 1 1:00am to high
school students; at 2:00pm meeting with Elders; and 4 -__?__ having dinner with the Elders, children, and
community of Glennallen and surrounding villages (there is a large basketball tourney taking place and lots of
visitors will be in Glennallen for the week, thus the invite to the Governor). It would be very hard to cancel this
event
Who from our administration is planning on going to the Elkins' service, does anyone know?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: John Bitney [mailto:john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 11:41 AM
To: "Kari Spencer'; 'Michael Tibbies'
Cc: 'Shannon Devon"; 'Christopher Clark'
Subject: Jim Elkins services
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For consideration - trip to Ketchikan to attend memorial services for former-Rep. Jim Elkins
April 19 th -Ketchikan
5:00 - 9:00 PM @ The Landing
Both Kyle Johansen and Bert Stedman are almost certain to attend.
Jim Elkins was a strong supporter of Governor Palin, and was a beloved figure in Ketchikan politics.
If more information is required... please let me know.
John
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 1 :42 PM
To: John Bitney; 'Michael Tibbies'; Meghan Stapleton; Sarah Palin
Cc: Devon; Shannon L (GOV); "Christopher Clark'; Michelle Fabrello
Subject: RE: Jim Elkins services
Importance: High
Please know that the Governor has committed April 1 9 to be in Glennallen giving a speech at 1 1 :00am to high
school students; at 2:00pm meeting with Elders; and 4-__?_ having dinner with the Elders, children, and
community of Glennallen and surrounding villages (there is a large basketball tourney taking place and lots of
visitors will be in Glennallen for the week, thus the invite to the Governor). It would be very hard to cancel this
event
Who from our administration is planning on going to the Elkins' service, does anyone know?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907^65-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: John Bitney [mailto:john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 11:41 AM
To: 'Kari Spencer'; 'Michael Tibbies'
Cc: 'Shannon Devon'; 'Christopher Clark'
Subject: Jim Elkins services
For consideration - trip to Ketchikan to attend memorial services for former-Rep. Jim Elkins
April 19 th -Ketchikan
5:00 - 9:00 PM @ The Landing
Both Kyle Johansen and Bert Stedman are almost certain to attend.
Jim Elkins was a strong supporter of Governor Palin, and was a beloved figure in Ketchikan politics.
If more information is required. ..please let me know.
John
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 6:46 AM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Cc: Michael A Tibbies; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: assistant
Ivy - as you're searching for your B & C assistant: is there a fit for any of our wonderful,
hardworking supporters who are still "waiting to hear" (as they characterize it) from any of us on
jobs available. Many of these folks seem so well qualified for a number of jobs... Todd reminded
me last night that there's still a list of them ready, willing and able to help.
He specifically mentioned Privile 9 ed or Personal Material Re a few more j can - t recall ^
morning... and of course we know of the Diversity Team members.
This may be a matter of NOT being able to find someone able to move to Juneau for the job, but
perhaps that could work also as we could get a wider perspective, or field of candidates, if
someone was stationed where more of the people are. Just a thought.
I don't want you to have to merely "settle" on anyone because it's tough finding the person
willing to be stationed in Juneau. We can talk about this when we go through more B & C today.
Please continue to consider the Diversity Team folks. I'll talk to you more about our recent Anch.
meeting over that issue today also.
Your open position could provide us the perfect opportunity to plug in others who have been
asking where they can help progress this administration. Kris still has, I believe, the long list of
those who offered early on (didn't we have 800, or 1800 in Bailey's data base - people supporting
our "AK FIRST" agenda?).
Don't pick lemons.
See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 6:37 AM
To: PARNELL;S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Re: Ch2
Thanks so much.
Basically, what I'm trying to convey is exactly what you wrote all those weeks ago. You called it
when you wrote that the criticism would stem from those forgetting they have the "duty to
develop".
Thanks! Have a great Easter.
SParnell <srjparneU@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Way to go on Ch 2! privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 3:49 PM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Re: Op Ed and OCS
Good suggestion. I'm trying to get around to legislative offices also.
I'm glad you visited wtih OCS. Tough jobs they have - 1 do appreciate them also.
Have a great Easter! God bless you and your family.
S R Parnell <sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Done. Thanks. That was a well done gasline editorial by Jomo Stewart.
FYI, yesterday I stopped into an Anchorage Office of Childrens
Services' staff meeting to visit. The office is right behind the
Atwood. About 60-80 people filled a small room and I spoke letting
them know that we appreciate them doing a difficult job. They asked
if I would be willing to take time with them in their offices and I
promised I would as well as my staff. It only took about fifteen
minutes and seems like a great way to build morale.
You're probably already doing it, but showing up for staff meetings
(even in Juneau while you're there) for a 10-15 minute thank you talk
and to shake hands is huge to the average employee. I'm going to try
to do more.
Have a great day!
Sean
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 2:02 PM
To: Anders; Bruce F (DNR)
Subject: RE: Go JOMO!
Sorry for mis-reading your response.
We sure don't want to dampen the enthusiasm and/or support that may be out there for Agia.
Sometimes it feels like our world is small in terms of vocalizing support for our project - so
when someone, unsolicited, joins the chorus it makes me want to sing with them. Wish some of
our legislators would join the chorus too.
Thanks Bruce.
Bruce Anders <bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us> wrote:
I thought your response was heartfelt and great. Never meant to imply it was politically
motivated. I just am pleased that people who are brave and wise enough to speak up are
rewarded with an attaboy from you. I know that's how you're wired, that's why people like me
think so highly of you.
From: Sarah Palln [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 1:34 PM
To: Bruce F. Anders
Subject: RE: Go JOMO!
We just taped this week's piece - 1 was fine with it. Thank you.
And I am just not wired to NOT compliment good efforts like Jomo's effort this
morning. It does not bother me that some people may run with some idea of receiving a
compliment and go do something about it.
C'mon Bruce - it was an innocent, random, quick act of kindness to repond positively to
Jomo's op-ed. I did not think of political ramifications - and I will not bother thinking of
political ramifications when I compliment someone for good efforts.
I do apologize to you if I undermined your efforts to get an op-ed piece penned by
others. Jomo's op-ed was unsolicited, from the heart, and powerful. I loved it. I told him
so.
Hope you're feeling better.
Sarah
Bruce Anders <bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak.us> wrote:
As perfect as Jomo's Op Ed was, as fantastic is your response: Word will quickly spread
that Jomo received a warm note of deep appreciation from you, and will spur others to
seek your favor by stepping out. I have been working key folks hard to pen an op-ed
after they emerge from our discussion in deep agreement with our principles, and word
of notes like yours to Jomo could push some off high center and get their support in
print.
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Were you okay with this week's gasline message? Next week I really think it is important to
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Haven't talked to you in a while, hope all's well.
Bruce
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 9:30 AM
To: jomo_stewart@yahoo.com
Subject: Go JOMO!
Yes, perfect, bravo.
Thank you for the most amazing Op-Ed in today's Juneau Empire.
Please send to all media. Please send to all Legislators and staffers. Even Administration
staffers. Please send to talk show hosts.
Perfect-o Jomo.
Love,
Sarah
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 3:51 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: RE: assistant
Let me know if you touch base with Privile9e ,
Have a great weekend! Wish you were here - but I want you to enjoy the Valley.
Good luck with the truck. I sure hope Track cleaned it first.
Keep up the great work. You're a good egg. (Speaking of Easter!)
Ivy Frye <ivyJiye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor Palin,
We're on the same page. I prepared this memo last night and left it on your desk. I can't believe
I get to work this morning and there's an email from you on the same topic.
I think you're right. We don't need to settle. ! 9 j l think would be great. She would help
with many different perspectives of outreach and diversity. [Privildtoo, but I thought I heard Mike
mention he had something else in mind for him (?). L_J
My only concern is splitting up the B&C office. I'm still hearing that the major flaw with the last
B&C office was that they were spread out across the state with no oversight of each other (the
assistant was in JNU, the director in ANC, the deputy in FBX). I want to avoid the B&C office
from going in three different directions; we need to be working towards the same goal
collectively: keeping the appointments moving, keeping the vacancy list low and the candidate
pool high, and outreach.
That said, I trust your instincts. I'm up for whatever keeps this office productive, moving forward,
and helping— not hindering you. If you think it could work, I look forward to the discussion.
See you at 10,
Ivy
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 6:46 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: assistant
Ivy - as you're searching for your B&C assistant: is there a fit for any of our wonderful,
hardworking supporters who are still "waiting to hear" (as they characterize it) from any
of us on jobs available. Many of these folks seem so well qualified for a number of
jobs... Todd reminded me last night that there's still a list of them ready, willing and able
to help.
He specifically mentioned l Privile 9 ed or Personal Material P^ a few more T can - t recal i this
morning... and of course we know of the Diversity Team members.
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This may be a matter of NOT being able to find someone able to move to Juneau for the job, but
perhaps that could work also as we could get a wider perspective, or field of candidates, if
someone was stationed where more of the people are. Just a thought.
I don't want you to have to merely "settle" on anyone because it's tough finding the person
willing to be stationed in Juneau. We can talk about this when we go through more B & C today.
Please continue to consider the Diversity Team folks. I'll talk to you more about our recent
Anch. meeting over that issue today also.
Your open position could provide us the perfect opportunity to plug in others who have been
asking where they can help progress this administration. Kris still has, I believe, the long list of
those who offered early on (didn't we have 800, or 1800 in Bailey's data base - people supporting
our "AK FIRST" agenda?).
Don't pick lemons.
See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos.
The fish are biting.
Get more visitors on your site using Yahoo! Search Marketing.
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Unknown
From: Marty Rutherford [marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 1 0: 1 1 AM
To: jomo_stewart@yahoo.com
Cc: Sarah Palin
Subject: Re: Go JOMO!
Jomo, Great op-ed! Thank you so very much.
Marty Rutherford
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 9:36 AM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow; Martha
K Rutherford; Tom E Irwin; Patrick S Galvin
Cc: Bitney; John W (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: RE: I was not informed about Pt. Thomson and may be asked in tomorrow's press conf.
Odd. This must have been an old email that I sent a couple of weeks ago - but was just received by some
of you yesterday? The Pt Thorn. Issue is an old issue that I hadn't asked about since Tom addressed it in
our last presser together.
Sorry! I know the issue was put to bed two weeks ago. The email system is messed up, evidently...
because my email should have been received long ago. Sorry!
From: Joe Balash [mailto:joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 9:05 PM
To: Sarah Palin; Michael Tibbies; Meghan Stapleton; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; Marty Rutherford;
tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us; Patrick Galvin
Cc: John Bitney
Subject: Re: I was not informed about Pt. Thomson and may be asked In tomorrow's press conf.
Governor,
This is the same story that we dealt with last week. The leases were terminated by the director of the division of oil
and gas. That decision has been appealed to the commissioner of dnr. What has been granted is an extension of
time to get information and material to the commissioner for him to consider in his decision. Assuming the
information is not new, and the commissioner upholds the directors decision, the leaseholders would then be able to
appeal to the courts.
This was all covered last week and commissioner Irwin addressed it at the double wwami press conference. I'm not
really sure why the empire ran it again...its the exact SMR story.
Joe
— Original Message
From: Governor Sarah Palin <govpalin@gov.state.ak.us>
To: Michael Tibbies; Joe Balash; Meghan Stapleton; 'Sharon Leighow' <sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us>; Marty
Rutherford; tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak,us <tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us>; Patrick Galvin
CC: John Bitney
Sent: Thu Apr 05 19:50:03 2007
Subject: I was not informed about Pt. Thomson and may be asked in tomorrow's press conf.
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Exxon Mobil receives Point Thomson extension
STEVE QUINN
Associated Press Writer
JUNEAU, Alaska — Exxon Mobil Corp. has an extra month complete its appeal of potential lease termination in the North
Slope's Point Thomson oil and gas field, the Department of Natural Resources said Tuesday.
Point Thomson is the North Slope's second largest natural gas field, after Prudhoe Bay, and lawmakers have called it vital to
the success of a prospective gas pipeline.
The field is estimated to hold about nine trillion cubic feet of gas reserves, more than a quarter of the known gas in all North
Slope fields,
"You can't do the pipeline without Point Thomson," said Rep. Ralph Samuels, R-Anchorage, who serves on the House Oil
and Gas Committee. "It has to be resolved either through the court system or make a deal.
"So if the extension is a sign that they are still trying to work something out and get the development done, then that" s a good
sign. I'm assuming it is or they probably wouldn't have done it."
Because of pending litigation Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Tom Irwin said he could not comment. Exxon
Mobil officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
The dispute is about 1 8 months old. Alaska officials ruled in 2005 that Exxon Mobil was in default for delaying Point
Thomson development by submitting a plan without any sure date for production to begin.
The state threatened to revoke the leases but stayed that decision while negotiating a contract with Exxon and two other oil
companies for a $25 billion natural gas pipeline that would take gas from the North Slope to Midwestern markets.
The negotiated contract fell through last year, leaving Exxon Mobil with an October deadline to update its development plan.
The plan the company submitted was rejected in November and the state — under then Gov. Frank Murkowski — revoked
the leases. In that plan, Exxon Mobil proposed paying the state $20 million and giving up 20,000 acres to settle its unmet
obligations to develop the gas field. The plan included a promise to drill one well in 2009 to better map the extent of the field.
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In December, the resources department under new Gov. Sarah Palin reviewed the case and upheld the decision from
Murkowski's administration the prior month.
This set off numerous court filings from the oil and gas companies and the state, including the companies requesting a
Superior Court to overturn the state's decision.
The extension announced Tuesday comes as lawmakers are reviewing Palin's Alaska Gasline Inducement Act, which her
administration hopes will provide the vehicle to ship trillions of cubic feet of natural gas to market.
Exxon Mobil, an Irving, Texas, company is among nearly a dozen companies interested in the project. The company is Point
Thomson's field operator for 45 gas and oil leases shared largely by BP PLC, ConocoPhillips and Chevron Corp.
Exxon Mobil now has until April 26 to complete paperwork for the appeal and provide the state its arguments for retaining
the leases.
Once that has been submitted, Irwin can take as long as he needs to review the company's materials, said agency spokesman
Dan Saddler.
Granting the extension could illustrate the state's effort to resolve the issues outside the courts, said Sen. Gene Therriault, R-
North Pole, who serves on the Senate Judiciary Committee.
"It doesn't help your case if you say no to Exxon for the extension, then they say in court, 'Your honor, we made a reasonable
request and we were denied,'" Therriault said.
Still, Therriault said he prefers a quick resolution.
"I'm hopeful ultimately the state can get to a negotiated settlement," he said. "Absent that, we should be taking any steps
allowed under the terms of the lease to put the leases into production or force the return of the leases so someone else can."
On the Net:
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 9:31 AM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Re: DMVA
when you get a chance, read Jomo Stewart's op ed in today's Juneau Empire.
it's so right on,
Sean R Parnell <sr_parnell@gov,state.ak.us> wrote:
1 1 checked with Jay and the person he knows is not ready for the deputy
I commissioner post. We'll look for other names. Sean
TV dinner still cooling?
Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 9: 30 AM
To: PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Subject: Re: DMVA
got it. thanks!
Sean R Parnell <sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
I checked with Jay and the person he knows is not ready for the deputy
commissioner post. We'll look for other names. Sean
Need Mail bonding?
Go to the Yahoo! Mail Q&A for great tips from Yahoo! Answers users.
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 8:55 AM
To: Christopher G Clark; John W Bitney; Michael A Tibbies; S R Parnell; Kristina Y Perry
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow
Subject: RE: DMVA
amen, i agree 100%. and too bad if some future gov has heartburn over a perceived erosion of
his/her appointing authority, this one just makes sense, good job JB and CC.
i apply this bill's intent to DMVA's dep. commish position too. the person needs military
experience.
thanks much Christopher!
Christopher Clark <christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Greetings!
The bill, HB 210, is one of Gen. Craig Campbell's top legislative priorities.
Because we had a lot on our plate with the gas line, ethics, and other legislation, John authorized
Campbell's agency to find a good sponsor of the proposal.
He and his staff found one: Rep. Nancy Dahistrom. And they've been working with her and her
staff on moving it quickly through the legislature.
The measure may be viewed as a restraint on a governor's power to appoint someone as
adjutant general, but the goal is to be sure qualified people who serve in the military get the job.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 7:09 AM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Sean Parnell; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: DMVA
I did not know about Rep. Dahlstrom's bill re: no political allies in promotion of DMVA
high-level, but read about it in today's ADN.
It gives a good opportunity to advise Craig Campbell on his need to fill the DMVA Dep.
Commish position with someone with military experience. (I've struggled with the idea
of NOT having militiary exp. fill that role - it's ironic that Nancy was working on such a
bill.)
Anyway, we need to be proactive here and remind Craig of progress on that bill (and JB
- pis tell Nancy I support it).
Could THIS opportunity be one for thinking outside the box and promoting someone
with a "diverse" perspective on AK issues for a high-ranking position in the Palin-
Parnell admin?
Tib - remind me to talk to Craig about this today please.
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The Lt. Gov. and Kris Perry know of our need to broaden our search for candidates in particular
areas of public service.
thanks!
We won't tell. Get more on shows you hate to love
(and love to hate): Yahoo! TV's Guilty Pleasures list.
TV dinner still cooling?
Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV.
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 8:52 AM
To: Fagerstrom; Erika (GOV)
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos & Easter
No one's expected to attend - 1 think I'll just pass the word around about it.
Easter: I think all I need is for dye - does Stef have food coloring? I'm sure we have vinegar... I'll just
mixed food coloring with vinegar if we have those two ingredients so I can dye eggs with the girls. Can we
get more eggs also?
Pis let Stef know that Todd is coming in tomorrow. And that we may invite a few "homeless" staffers over
for Easter meal. I feel sorry for some of these single staffers who have no family down here! I want to
invite them to come have lunch or something that day so they have a least a bit of a fun thing to do - but
certainly don't want to burden house staff with this idea. Stef could just perhaps add a few extra
ingredients in anything to make a bigger meal - plus we have the leftover stew from last night - it can be
very simple with no need for staff to do anything extra b/c this would just be a casual gathering of a few
folks who would appreciate any home cooked meal during this busy time in the session. Hope Stef
wouldn't feel burdened at this last-minute idea (and I can certainly pull together something myself for
Sunday if this is too much! It seems there are ingredients and foodstuffs all over in the pantry!)
You're awesome Erika.
Thanks!
From: Erika Fagerstrom [mailto:erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 10:39 AM
To: 'Governor Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos & Easter
Would you like to invite your Cabinet and senior staff to the Prayer Lunch? Shannon from John Bitney's
office was inquiring if they were expected to attend. I wouldn't think that they're expected to attend, but
they are invited.
If you would like to extend a verbal invitation, that would be great. If you'd like for me to email them an
invite so they have all the information, just let me know.
Next year, it will be smooth sailing... as it will all be routine by then.
Easter
Would you like for me to pick up baskets for the girls? Stefani has candy, but if you want I could pick
something else up.
On-line gift certificates for Old Navy, American Eagle, Abercombie... I'd need credit card info, for that-
Tanning coupons for Bristol...?
Movie passes
Erika
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 9:22 AM
To: 'Erika Fagerstrom'
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos
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No problem using the pic. Erika! And your questions are no bother at all!
Remind Steph that I boiled all the eggs that I found in the fridge last night - sorry I nabbed them if she needed
them for anything today.
Thanks!
From: Erika Fagerstrom [mailto:erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:53 PM
To: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'Governor Sarah Palin'
Subject: Prayer Breakfast Photos
Hello Governor,
The Governor's Prayer Breakfast (Lunch this year) would like to run a TV. ad for the event. Would it be okay with
you- to use your official picture? Andy Mills is sending a few other pictures over. The advertisement would
basically show a few pictures and say something like.. "Come join us as we honor, support, and pray for Governor
Sarah Palin" followed by the information for the event.
I apologize for bothering you with questions, we just don't want to over-step our bounds or use something that
we shouldn't.
Thanks!
Erika
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone; 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
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Unknown
From: Christopher Clark [christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 8:43 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; Bitney; John W <LAA); Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); SR Parnell; Perry; Kristina Y (GOV)
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow
Subject: RE: DMVA
Greetings!
The bill, HB 210, is one of Gen. Craig Campbell's top legislative priorities.
Because we had a lot on our plate with the gas line, ethics, and other legislation, John authorized
Campbell's agency to find a good sponsor of the proposal.
He and his staff found one: Rep. Nancy Dahlstrom. And they've been working with her and her staff on
moving it quickly through the legislature.
The measure may be viewed as a restraint on a governor's power to appoint someone as adjutant
general, but the goal is to be sure qualified people who serve in the military get the job.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 7:09 AM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Sean Parnell; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: DMVA
I did not know about Rep. Dahlstrom's bill re: no political allies in promotion of DMVA high-
level, but read about it in today's ADN.
It gives a good opportunity to advise Craig Campbell on his need to fill the DMVA Dep.
Commish position with someone with military experience. (I've struggled with the idea of NOT
having militiary exp. fill that role - it's ironic that Nancy was working on such a bill.)
Anyway, we need to be proactive here and remind Craig of progress on that bill (and JB - pis tell
Nancy I support it).
Could THIS opportunity be one for thinking outside the box and promoting someone with a
"diverse" perspective on AK issues for a high-ranking position in the Palin-Parnell admin?
Tib - remind me to talk to Craig about this today please.
The Lt. Gov. and Kris Perry know of our need to broaden our search for candidates in particular
areas of public service.
thanks!
We won't tell. Get more on shows you hate to love
(and love to hate): Yahoo! TV's Guilty Pleasures list.
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 7:09 AM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored); Perry;
KristinaY(GOV)
Subject: DMVA
I did not know about Rep. Dahlstrom's bill re: no political allies in promotion of DMVA high-
level, but read about it in today's ADN.
It gives a good opportunity to advise Craig Campbell on his need to fill the DMVA Dep.
Commish position with someone with military experience. (I've struggled with the idea of NOT
having militiary exp. fill that role - it's ironic that Nancy was working on such a bill.)
Anyway, we need to be proactive here and remind Craig of progress on that bill (and JB - pis tell
Nancy I support it).
Could THIS opportunity be one for thinking outside the box and promoting someone with a
"diverse" perspective on AK issues for a high-ranking position in the Palin-Parnell admin?
Tib - remind me to talk to Craig about this today please.
The Lt. Gov. and Kris Perry know of our need to broaden our search for candidates in particular
areas of public service.
thanks!
We won't tell. Get more on shows vou hate to love
(and love to hate): Yahoo! TV's Guilty Pleasures list.
11/10/2009
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From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 9:22 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos & Easter
Sounds good! It is absolutely no burden on the staff to whip something together for the Easter lunch/meal.
Stefani mentioned that she had discussed making a turkey. Are there ANY dishes that your family likes to eat for
Easter?
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 8:52 AM
To: 'Erika Fagerstrom'
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos & Easter
No one's expected to attend - 1 think I'll just pass the word around about it.
Easter I think all I need is for dye - does Stef have food coloring? I'm sure we have vinegar... I'll just mixed food
coloring with vinegar if we have those two ingredients so I can dye eggs with the girls. Can we get more eggs
also?
Pis let Stef know that Todd is coming in tomorrow. And that we may invite a few "homeless" staffers over for
Easter meal. I feel sorry for some of these single staffers who have no family down here! I want to invite them to
come have lunch or something that day so they have a least a bit of a fun thing to do - but certainly don't want to
burden house staff with this idea. Stef could just perhaps add a few extra ingredients in anything to make a bigger
meal - plus we have the leftover stew from last night - it can be very simple with no need for staff to do anything
extra b/c this would just be a casual gathering of a few folks who would appreciate any home cooked meal during
this busy time in the session. Hope Stef wouldn't feel burdened at this last-minute idea (and I can certainly pull
together something myself for Sunday if this is too much! It seems there are ingredients and foodstuffs all over in
the pantry!)
You're awesome Erika.
Thanks!
From: Erika Fagerstrom [mailto:erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 10:39 AM
To: 'Governor Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos & Easter
Would you like to invite your Cabinet and senior staff to the Prayer Lunch? Shannon from John Bitney's office
was inquiring if they were expected to attend. I wouldn't think that they're expected to attend, but they are
invited.
If you would like to extend a verbal invitation, that would be great. If you'd like for me to email them an invite so
they have all the information, just let me know.
Next year, it will be smooth sailing. ..as it will all be routine by then.
Easter
Would you like for me to pick up baskets for the girls? Stefani has candy, but if you want I could pick something
else up.
On-line gift certificates for Old Navy, American Eagle, Abercombie... I'd need credit card info, for that-
Tanning coupons for Bristol...?
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Movie passes
Erika
From: Governor Sarah Palirt [mailto:govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 9:22 AM
To: 'Erika Fagerstrom*
Subject: RE: Prayer Breakfast Photos
No problem using the pic. Erika! And your questions are no bother at all!
Remind Steph that I boiled all the eggs that I found in the fridge last night - sorry I nabbed them if she needed
them for anything today.
Thanks!
From: Erika Fagerstrom [mailto:erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 5:53 PM
To: 'Governor Sarah Palin'; 'Governor Sarah Palin'
Subject: Prayer Breakfast Photos
Hello Governor,
The Governor's Prayer Breakfast (Lunch this year) would like to run a TV. ad for the event. Would it be okay with
you- to use your official picture? Andy Mills is sending a few other pictures over. The advertisement would
basically show a few pictures and say something like. ."Come join us as we honor, support, and pray for Governor
Sarah Palin" followed by the information for the event.
I apologize for bothering you with questions, we just don't want to over-step our bounds or use something that
we shouldn't.
Thanks!
Erika
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager & Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
State of Alaska, Office of the Governor
716 Calhoun Avenue, Juneau, Alaska 99801
Phone: 907-465-3500; Fax: 907-465-2031
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 1 0:57 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Progress report on chefs/Great American Seafood Cook-off
Governor and Mike, here's an update. Sounds like we are getting the two together to see how they work out. At
the bottom of the email they are asking us to help with Stefani's travel costs. Should I check this out with Linda
Perez or should we ask ASMI to pay for it? Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Laura Fleming [mailto:lfIeming@alaskaseafood.org]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 1:34 PM
To: Lynne Smith
Subject: Progress report on chefs/Great American Seafood Cook-off
Dear Lynne:
Greetings! I have put the proposition to both Stefani Marnon and Naomi Everett, and suggested that they first talk
on the phone to further explore the concept of representing Alaska as a team (which they were both willing to
explore). If that goes well, which I think it will, I propose they get together in the kitchen, and if that goes well, I
can report to you that conditions are ripe for an invitation from the Governor (of course the chief executive can
proceed however and whenever she deems it appropriate, this is just a suggestion). My thinking was to make
sure we have a solid team that can work effectively to secure a victory for Alaska (knowing that only one chef will
be honored and credited based on the way it played out last year). As far as I know, the Governor of Louisiana
hasn't extended the challenge yet, so we have time. Just wanted to give you a progress report. If we send two
chefs the costs will double, and I am wondering whether the Governor's Office would be willing to support
Stefani's travel costs associated with the competition, provided we pick up all other costs, including getting the
two chefs together this month. Is that outside your bailiwick; should I put the question to someone else?
i
Best,
Laura
Friday update from Laura.
They are very excited to be invited by the Governor to represent Alaska as a team and are already thinking up
ways to include Alaska produce as well as seafood into their entry.
Louisiana has not yet sent out the invitations for the cook off, so Alaska is ahead of the game.
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 7:39 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: assistant
Governor Palin,
We're on the same page. I prepared this memo last night and left it on your desk. I can't believe I get to work this
morning and there's an email from you on the same topic.
Privilitoo, but
I think you're right. We don't need to settle,
perspectives of outreach and diversity,
mind for him (?).
think would be great. She would help with many different
I thought I heard Mike mention he had something else in
My only concern is splitting up the B&C office. I'm still hearing that the major flaw with the last B&C office was
that they were spread out across the state with no oversight of each other (the assistant was in JNU, the director
in ANC, the deputy in FBX). I want to avoid the B&C office from going in three different directions; we need to be
working towards the same goal collectively: keeping the appointments moving, keeping the vacancy list low and
the candidate pool high, and outreach.
That said, I trust your instincts. I'm up for whatever keeps this office productive, moving forward, and helping—
not hindering you. If you think it could work, I look forward to the discussion.
See you at 10,
Ivy
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 6:46 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: assistant
Ivy - as you're searching for your B&C assistant: is there a fit for any of our wonderful, hardworking
supporters who are still "waiting to hear" (as they characterize it) from any of us on jobs available.
Many of these folks seem so well qualified for a number of jobs... Todd reminded me last night that
there's still a list of them ready, willing and able to help.
He specifically mentioned Privileged or Personal Material F ( a few more l can , t recall Ms mormng ... and
of course we know of the Diversity Team members.
This may be a matter of NOT being able to find someone able to move to Juneau for the job, but perhaps
that could work also as we could get a wider perspective, or field of candidates, if someone was
stationed where more of the people are. Just a thought.
I don't want you to have to merely "settle" on anyone because it's tough finding the person willing to be
stationed in Juneau. We can talk about this when we go through more B&C today.
Please continue to consider the Diversity Team folks. I'll talk to you more about our recent Anch.
meeting over that issue today also.
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Your open position could provide us the perfect opportunity to plug in others who have been asking
where they can help progress this administration. Kris still has, I believe, the long list of those who
offered early on (didn't we have 800, or 1800 in Bailey's data base - people supporting our "AK FIRST"
agenda?).
Don't pick lemons.
See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos.
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 2:53 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Baskets for Juneau Fire Victims from Governor
You are most welcome!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 2:20 PM
To: Kari Spencer
Subject: Re: Baskets for Juneau Fire Victims from Governor
ahhhhhh... it's over, thank you.
you sure know how to put out fires, thank you.
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 1 0:28 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton; 'Sarah Palin'; "Christopher Clark'
Cc: 'Michelle Fabrello'; Devon; Shannon L (GOV); 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: Basketball from Joule, Stoltze, Olson
Yes, Andy Mills took photos.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 9:44 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Christopher Clark'; 'Kari Spencer 1
Cc: 'Michelle Fabrello'; 'Shannon Devon'; 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: Basketball from Joule, Stoltze, Olson
I didn't know the basketball was already presented - did anyone take pictures?
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 6:38 AM
To: Christopher Clark; 'Kari Spencer"
Cc: 'Michelle Fabrello'; "Shannon Devon"; 'Meghan Stapleton"; 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: Basketball from Joule, Stoltze, Olson
perfect! thanks-
Christopher Clark <christopher_clark@gov.state.ahus> wrote:
We're going to do something even better, Kari.
At the suggestion of Bill Stoltze, I'm writing letters to North Slope Borough Mayor Edward Itta and the coach and
remarkable players of the high school women's basket team from Anaktuvuk Pass, the Nunamiut Wolves, who
won this year's 1 A state championship with only five players . Talk about heart! (See the Anchorage Daily News
story below.)
It would be nice to get a photograph to send them of the Governor sitting at her desk. Perched on the corner of
her desk is the basketball autographed by those five remarkable women.
All this will be warmly received by Mayor Itta, who had planned quite a reception for the Governor in Barrow last
Monday - complete with drummers comprised of Barrow whaling captains. The plan was to send off the Governor
with drummers lining the way to her plane so she could feel "the heartbeat of Barrow" as she was leaving - a
gesture of respect and gratitude.
Do we have a fun job, or what?
8/25/2009
PRA GSP01 0000959
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Chris
jxj Right-dick here to
download pictures. To help
protect your privacy,
Top of Form
Bottom of Form
No subs, no problem
60-53: Nunamiut wins the 1A state championship game with only five players.
By BRIAN SINGLER
Anchorage Daily News
(Published: March 23, 2007)
It doesn't matter they start every game short handed ~ or that
their bench is empty and silent.
Foul trouble or injury usually mean disaster.
The Nunamiut Wolves of Anaktuvuk Pass proved Thursday at
Sullivan Arena that you only need five players to win a state
basketball championship.
Because their five starters -- the only players on the team —
were better than any five the nine-member King Cove Rookies
could assemble, the result was a 60-53 victory in the Class 1A
girls state title game.
"I have an all-around team," said head coach Amanda Gerke.
"They're the Fantastic Five. That's what they named them at
regionals."
The Arctic Circle conference champion Wolves come from a town
of about 330 located on a divide between the Anaktuvuk and
John rivers in central Brooks Range, some 250 miles northwest
of Fairbanks. It's the last remaining settlement of the inland
Inupiat Eskimo, the Nunamiut, and is located along a historic
caribou migration route.
Gerke's team had 10 players at the start of the season, but
three went to play for Mt. Edgecumbe, another got hurt and the
last one had "other interests," Gerke said.
The team added three middle-school players during the season
but they were too young to travel to regionals or state, said
Kayla Hopson, who finished with 16 points.
"I knew I was going to have five players at regionals and here,"
Gerke said. "They always know each other's spot (on the
court)."
Afterwards, the five were a small mass of hugging, crying blue
jerseys, calling friends and family on their cell phones while
being interviewed on TV.
So forget the odd-looking score sheet and roster. Forget that in
pregame ceremonies, there are no non-starters to introduce.
Just remember how valuable it is to have Violet Kakinya as a
Jxj Right-click here to download
pictures. To help protect your
privacy, Outlook prevented automatic
download of this picture from the
Internet.
adn.com story photo
Nunamiut's Amanifla Hugo reacts to
her team's victory in the girls' 1 A
state championship game, Mar. 22,
2007, at Sullivan Arena. Nunamiut
beat King Cove 60-53. "I have an
all-around team," said head coach
Amanda Gerke. 'They're the
Fantastic Five. That's what they
named them at regionals." (Photo
by MARC LESTER /Anchorage
Daily News)
Jxj Right-click here to download
pictures. To help protect your
privacy, Outlook prevented
automatic download of this
picture from the Internet.
adn.com story photo
1A state championship game, Mar.
22, 2007, at Sullivan Arena.
Nunamiut beat King Cove 60-53. "I
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teammate. t „
have an all-around team, said head
"She's best when I say, "No more fouls,' " Gerke said laughing, coach Amanda Gerke. "They're the
referring to her strategy to ensure none of her players foul out. Fantastic Five. That's what they
i^i,i„w= ~~m~a » 1 a ■ u ■ i.t- . .. , , . named them at regionals." (Photo
Kakmya rattled off 14 points in the pivotal second quarter when by MARC LESTER /Anchoraae
Nunamiut buried the Rookies. Daily News)
Kakinya started the quarter with a pair of three-point plays. The
sophomore continued with a barrage from the left side of the
basket and scored the final bucket of the half to give a
Nunamiut a 37-23 lead.
At the start of the second half, she dropped in a six-foot runner as the Wolves' lead grew to 20
points.
King Cove outscored Nunamiut in the final two quarters but the damage was done. King Cove's
Marisa Mack finished with a game-high 23 points and Brittney Yatchmeneff added 17 before fouling
out on a play where she received a wicked shot to the face.
King Cove's only lead of the game right after the opening tip, when Mack scored three seconds into
the game.
She came alive in the second half with 16 points, but the closest King Cove could come was the
final score.
That left King Cove as runner-up for the second consecutive year while Nunamiat captured its first
state championship.
And with only five players.
"It shows we're really good," Hopson said.
Daily News reporter Brian Singler can be reached at bsingler@adn.com .
NUNAMIUT (60) -- Hopson 16, Kakinya 19, Mekiana 8, Hugo 11, Wagner 6.
KING COVE (53) - Wilson 3, Mack 23, A. Yatchmeneff 2, Newman 8, B. Yatchmeneff 17
Nunamiut 21 16 13 10 -- 60
King Cove 11 12 14 16 -- 53
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 3:39 PM
To: 'Christopher Clark'
Cc: 'Michelle Fabrello'
Subject: Basketball from Joule, Stoltze, Olson
Chris, can you draft thank you language from the Governor for the basketball that Joule, Stoltze, and Olson
brought to her today, and send it to Michelle to finish? Thanks. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-466-3889 fax
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Let Yahoo! FareChase search vour fa vorite travel sites to find flight and hotel bargains.
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 1 0:57 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: Progress report on chefs/Great American Seafood Cook-off
Governor and Mike, here's an update. Sounds like we are getting the two together to see how they work out. At
the bottom of the email they are asking us to help with Stefani's travel costs. Should I check this out with Linda
Perez or should we ask ASMI to pay for it? Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Laura Fleming [mailto:lfleming@alaskaseafood.org]
Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 1:34 PM
To: Lynne Smith
Subject: Progress report on chefs/Great American Seafood Cook-off
Dear Lynne:
Greetings! I have put the proposition to both Stefani Marnon and Naomi Everett, and suggested that they first talk
on the phone to further explore the concept of representing Alaska as a team (which they were both willing to
explore). If that goes well, which I think it will, I propose they get together in the kitchen, and if that goes well, I
can report to you that conditions are ripe for an invitation from the Governor (of course the chief executive can
proceed however and whenever she deems it appropriate, this is just a suggestion). My thinking was to make
sure we have a solid team that can work effectively to secure a victory for Alaska (knowing that only one chef will
be honored and credited based on the way it played out last year). As far as I know, the Governor of Louisiana
hasn't extended the challenge yet, so we have time. Just wanted to give you a progress report. If we send two
chefs the costs will double, and I am wondering whether the Governor's Office would be willing to support
Stefani's travel costs associated with the competition, provided we pick up all other costs, including getting the
two chefs together this month, is that outside your bailiwick; should I put the question to someone else?
Best,
Laura
Friday update from Laura.
They are very excited to be invited by the Governor to represent Alaska as a team and are already thinking up
ways to include Alaska produce as well as seafood into their entry.
Louisiana has not yet sent out the invitations for the cook off, so Alaska is ahead of the game.
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [Ivy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 7:39 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: assistant
Governor Palin,
We're on the same page. I prepared this memo last night and left it on your desk. I can't believe I get to work this
morning and there's an email from you on the same topic.
I think you're right. We don't need to s ettle.
perspectives of outreach and diversity
mind for him (?).
Privi
nvi e ^ e |l think would be great. She would help with many different
too, but I thought I heard Mike mention he had something else in
My only concern is splitting up the B&C office. I'm still hearing that the major flaw with the last B&C office was
that they were spread out across the state with no oversight of each other (the assistant was in JNU, the director
in ANC, the deputy in FBX). I want to avoid the B&C office from going in three different directions; we need to be
working towards the same goal collectively: keeping the appointments moving, keeping the vacancy list low and
the candidate pool high, and outreach.
That said, I trust your instincts. I'm up for whatever keeps this office productive, moving forward, and helping —
not hindering you. If you think it could work, I look forward to the discussion.
See you at 10,
Ivy
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 6:46 AM
To: ivy_frye@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: assistant
Ivy - as you're searching for your B&C assistant: is there a fit for any of our wonderful, hardworking
supporters who are still "waiting to hear" (as they characterize it) from any of us on jobs available.
Many of these folks seem so well qualified for a number of jobs... Todd reminded me last night that
there's still a list of them ready, willing and able to help.
He specifically mentioned Privileged or Personal Material R ( a f ew more j can 't recall this morning... and
of course we know of the Diversity Team members.
This may be a matter of NOT being able to find someone able to move to Juneau for the job, but perhaps
that could work also as we could get a wider perspective, or field of candidates, if someone was
stationed where more of the people are. Just a thought.
I don't want you to have to merely "settle" on anyone because it's tough finding the person willing to be
stationed in Juneau. We can talk about this when we go through more B&C today.
Please continue to consider the Diversity Team folks. I'll talk to you more about our recent Anch.
meeting over that issue today also.
8/26/2009
PRA GSP01 0000964
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Your open position could provide us the perfect opportunity to plug in others who have been asking
where they can help progress this adrninistration. Kris still has, I believe, the long list of those who
offered early on (didn't we have 800, or 1800 in Bailey's data base - people supporting our "AK FIRST"
agenda?).
Don't pick lemons.
See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos.
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 2:53 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: RE: Baskets for Juneau Fire Victims from Governor
You are most welcome!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 2:20 PM
To: Kari Spencer
Subject: Re: Baskets for Juneau Rre Victims from Governor
ahhhhhh... it's over, thank you.
you sure know how to put out fires, thank you.
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 1 0:28 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton; 'Sarah Palin'; 'Christopher Clark'
Cc: 'Michelle Fabrello'; Devon; Shannon L (GOV); 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: Basketball from Joule, Stoltze, Olson
Yes, Andy Mills took photos.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 9:44 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Christopher Clark'; 'Kari Spencer'
Cc: 'Michelle Fabrello'; 'Shannon Devon'; 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: Basketball from Joule, Stoltze, Olson
I didn't know the basketball was already presented - did anyone take pictures?
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 6:38 AM
To: Christopher Clark; 'Kari Spencer'
Cc: 'Michelle Fabrello'; 'Shannon Devon'; 'Meghan Stapleton'; "Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: Basketball from Joule, Stoltze, Olson
perfect! thanks~
Christopher Clark <christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
We're going to do something even better, Kari.
At the suggestion of Bill Stoltze, I'm writing letters to North Slope Borough Mayor Edward Itta and the coach and
remarkable players of the high school women's basket team from Anaktuvuk Pass, the Nunamiut Wolves, who
won this year's 1A state championship with only five players . Talk about heart! (See the Anchorage Daily News
story below.)
It would be nice to get a photograph to send them of the Governor sitting at her desk. Perched on the corner of
her desk is the basketball autographed by those five remarkable women.
All this will be warmly received by Mayor Itta, who had planned quite a reception for the Governor in Barrow last
Monday - complete with drummers comprised of Barrow whaling captains. The plan was to send off the Governor
with drummers lining the way to her plane so she could feel "the heartbeat of Barrow" as she was leaving - a
gesture of respect and gratitude.
Do we have a fun job, or what?
8/26/2009
PRA GSP01 0000967
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Chris
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protect your privacy,
Top of Form
Bottom of Form
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No subs, no problem
60-53: Nunamiut wins the 1A state championship game with only five players.
By BRIAN SINGLER
Anchorage Daily News
(Published: March 23, 2007)
It doesn't matter they start every game short handed ~ or that
their bench is empty and silent.
Foul trouble or injury usually mean disaster.
The Nunamiut Wolves of Anaktuvuk Pass proved Thursday at
Sullivan Arena that you only need five players to win a state
basketball championship.
Because their five starters — the only players on the team —
were better than any five the nine-member King Cove Rookies
could assemble, the result was a 60-53 victory in the Class 1A
girls state title game.
"I have an all-around team," said head coach Amanda Gerke.
"They're the Fantastic Five. That's what they named them at
regionals."
The Arctic Circle conference champion Wolves come from a town
of about 330 located on a divide between the Anaktuvuk and
John rivers in central Brooks Range, some 250 miles northwest
of Fairbanks. It's the last remaining settlement of the inland
Inupiat Eskimo, the Nunamiut, and is located along a historic
caribou migration route.
Gerke's team had 10 players at the start of the season, but
three went to play for Mt. Edgecumbe, another got hurt and the
last one had "other interests," Gerke said.
The team added three middle-school players during the season
but they were too young to travel to regionals or state, said
Kayla Hopson, who finished with 16 points.
"I knew I was going to have five players at regionals and here,"
Gerke said. "They always know each other's spot (on the
court)."
Afterwards, the five were a small mass of hugging, crying blue
jerseys, calling friends and family on their cell phones while
being interviewed on TV.
So forget the odd-looking score sheet and roster. Forget that in
pregame ceremonies, there are no non-starters to introduce.
Just remember how valuable it is to have Violet Kakinya as a
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pictures. To help protect your
privacy, Outlook prevented automatic
download of this picture from the
Internet
adn.com story photo
Nunamiut 1 s Amanilla Hugo reacts to
her team's victory in the girls' 1 A
state championship game, Mar. 22,
2007, at Sullivan Arena. Nunamiut
beat King Cove 60-53. "I have an
all-around team," said head coach
Amanda Gerke. "They're the
Fantastic Five. That's what they
named them at regionals." (Photo
by MARC LESTER /Anchorage
Daily News)
[x| Right-click here to download
pictures. To help protect your
privacy, Outlook prevented
automatic download of this
picture from the Internet.
adn.com story photo
1A state championship game, Mar.
22, 2007, at Sullivan Arena.
Nunamiut beat King Cove 60-53. "I
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teammate. have an a ||. around team » said head
"She's best when I say, "No more fouls,' " Gerke said laughing, coach Amanda Gerke. "They're the
referring to her strategy to ensure none of her players foul out. Fantastic Five. That's what they
„ , . _ . „^ named them at regionals." (Photo
Kakmya rattled off 14 points in the pivotal second quarter when by MARC LESTER /Anchorage
Nunamiut buried the Rookies. Daily News)
Kakinya started the quarter with a pair of three-point plays. The
sophomore continued with a barrage from the left side of the
basket and scored the final bucket of the half to give a
Nunamiut a 37-23 lead.
At the start of the second half, she dropped in a six-foot runner as the Wolves' lead grew to 20
points.
King Cove outscored Nunamiut in the final two quarters but the damage was done. King Cove's
Marisa Mack finished with a game-high 23 points and Brittney Yatchmeneff added 17 before fouling
out on a play where she received a wicked shot to the face.
King Cove's only lead of the game right after the opening tip, when Mack scored three seconds into
the game.
She came alive in the second half with 16 points, but the closest King Cove could come was the
final score.
That left King Cove as runner-up for the second consecutive year while Nunamiat captured its first
state championship.
And with only five players.
"It shows we're really good," Hopson said.
Daily News reporter Brian Singler can be reached at bsinqler@adn.com .
NUNAMIUT (60) -- Hopson 16, Kakinya 19, Mekiana 8, Hugo 11, Wagner 6.
KING COVE (53) - Wilson 3, Mack 23, A. Yatchmeneff 2, Newman 8, B. Yatchmeneff 17
Nunamiut 21 16 13 10 -- 60
King Cove 11 12 14 16 - 53
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 3:39 PM
To: 'Christopher Clark'
Cc: 'Michelle Fabrello'
Subject: Basketball from Joule, Stoltze, Olson
Chris, can you draft thank you language from the Governor for the basketball that Joule, Stoltze, and Olson
brought to her today, and send it to Michelle to finish? Thanks. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 4:36 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: FW: DMVA
I am just getting caught up on my email and I see I was supposed to remind you to talk to Craig Campbell about
his deputy position. Is this something you would like me to do Monday?
Mike
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 8:55 AM
To: Christopher Clark; john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; 'Sean Parnell'; 'Kristina Y
Perry'
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon Leighow'
Subject: RE: DMVA
amen, i agree 100%. and too bad if some future gov has heartburn over a perceived erosion of his/her
appointing authority, this one just makes sense, good job JB and CC.
i apply this bill's intent to DMVA's dep. commish position too. the person needs military experience.
thanks much Christopher!
Christopher Clark <christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Greetings!
The bill, HB 210, is one of Gen. Craig Campbell's top legislative priorities.
Because we had a lot on our plate with the gas line, ethics, and other legislation, John authorized
Campbell's agency to find a good sponsor of the proposal.
He and his staff found one: Rep. Nancy Dahlstrom. And they've been working with her and her staff on
moving it quickly through the legislature.
The measure may be viewed as a restraint on a governor's power to appoint someone as adjutant
general, but the goal is to be sure qualified people who serve in the military get the job.
From: Sarah Palin [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 7:09 AM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; Sean Parnell; Kristina Y Perry
Subject: DMVA
I did not know about Rep. Dahlstrom's bill re: no political allies in promotion of DMVA high-
level, but read about it in today's ADN.
It gives a good opportunity to advise Craig Campbell on his need to fill the DMVA Dep.
Commish position with someone with military experience. (I've struggled with the idea of NOT
having militiary exp. fill that role - it's ironic that Nancy was working on such a bill.)
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Anyway, we need to be proactive here and remind Craig of progress on that bill (and JB - pis tell
Nancy I support it).
Could THIS opportunity be one for thinking outside the box and promoting someone with a
"diverse" perspective on AK issues for a high-ranking position in the Palm-Parnell admin?
Tib - remind me to talk to Craig about this today please.
The Lt. Gov. and Kris Perry know of our need to broaden our search for candidates in particular
areas of public service.
thanks!
We won't tell. Get more on shows you hate to love
(and love to hate): Yahoo! TV's Guilty Pleasures list.
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Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV.
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 4:05 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: FW: Jet update
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: Dan Spencer [mailto:danial_spencer@dps.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 4:04 PM
To: Walt Monegan
Cc: Kari Spencer; Russell T Kelly; Sharon W Leighow
Subject: Jet update
Kari,
Per the Governor's request, here is the latest status on the jet.
First, the easy piece of info - the jet has been moved to Anchorage to
be more available to a broker and potential buyers .
Now to more substantive matters.
This is for information only
As we've discussed, here's the current status on the jet.
There were 4 bidders for the brokerage contract and 2 were
disqualified. (This fact is public)
- We have issued a notice of intent to award a brokerage contract to
Turbo North and have had one meeting with Robert Heckmann, the owner.
*■** All following information is confidential because we have not yet
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awarded a brokerage contract. ***
- He has provided a proposal on pricing - I have a few guestions.
Expect that we'll meet Monday or Tuesday and finalize the contract.
- Turbo North will then be the primary point of contact for all offerers.
- One of those disqualified, Grubstake Auction, has protested their
disqualification .
- They offered a single auction, not brokerage services
- I have discussed the protest with Dept of Law and DOA and am
drafting a response denying the protest.
- Grubstake has said they will sue if we deny their protest.
I will give a status update to Russ Kelly by the end of next week or
when we make an award, whichever comes first.
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Unknown
From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, April 07, 2007 5:06 PM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Meghan N Stapieton; Tom E Irwin
Subject: Re: Two Items Today
Big issues with MatMaid and Ag. I'm anxious to start tackling them. Change in persons calling
some shots at Ag is in order. We certainly can't ignore the growing problems in that arena.
Upon my return from the Educ. Symposium let's get together to talk Ag.
I am thankful you all settled the Alaska Grown suit. Thank you!
Thanks for update on Alyeska. Rumor within pipeline worker-bee ranks is the automated system
will be Alyeska's biggest nightmare - but that's just rumor. Anxious to chat more about that too.
Happy Easter, all!
Joseph R Balash <joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
Governor:
I received two telephone calls today that I need to bring to your
attention.
First, Alyeska Pipeline Service Company's representative called me
this afternoon to inform us that on March 22, a series of events led
to some concerns with the effectiveness of the reconfiguration at Pump
Station 9.
Some part of the system at Pump 9 wasn't working correctly, so they
shut the pipeline down according to procedure. When they shut the
system down, oil is off-loaded into tanks at the pump stations to
releive pressure in the line and allow everything to be turned off.
The automated system control in Valdez was not able to control a
particular valve on one of the pipes going into the releif tank. They
were able to send a crew to turn it manually, but since this is one of
the new automated pump stations, questions are now being raised.
Alyeska is performing an internal review of the system to determine
what happened, why, and what needs to be done about it. The Joint
Pipeline Office apparently is sending a letter to Alyeska to inquire
about the incident, too.
The second item is one I raised on Thursday. MatMaid is hemoraging
cash at an alarming level. The Board of Agriculture and Conservation
met yesterday afternoon and this morning-things are not good. The
chair of the BAC, Rhonda Boyles, is going to email some documents to
me. The leadership of DNR has been made aware of some of the details,
but it is likely we will all have to get more informed and involved.
11/10/2009
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Rhonda thinks we have 30-60 days before something drastic has to be
done. She estimated that an infusion of $1 .5 million would keep the
dairy running until the end of the year, but that would only be a stop-
gap. The end is near. The consequences need to be managed-including
30 some odd Teamsters employed by the dairy.
Again, there is no immediate action required for either of these
items. I just wanted to be sure you are aware of them and will
continue to keep you informed.
Joe
Need Mail bonding?
Go to the Yahoo! Mail O&A for great tips from Yahoo! Answers users.
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin (govemor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 1:55 PM
To: Kim; Anna C (GOV)
Subject: FW: Permanent_Fund
From: Marty or Dona Grossman [mailto:cruisinagain@alaska.com]
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 7:57 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Subject: Re: Permanent_Fund
Governor Palin:
I guess Dona and I expected too much of your new administration. It is now another
four months since we wrote you regarding our denial of last years PFD . Despite all the
proof we were required to provide, and did, and a $25 fee we paid, we still have not
received last years PFD. I expected more from your administration. It appears to me
that it is business as usual as far as State government is concerned.
I know this isn't a priority for you but it should be. My wife and I are both seniors and
count on this as part of our income stream that allows us to remain in Alaska. I also
consider it a real insult to charge a fee for services that should be provided in the first
place. I know, by your previous response, that this message is not seen by the Governor.
Perhaps it should be so that she can see areas of State Government that need to be
revamped and streamlined. While your staff has been courteous they have not been
adept at processing and evaluating information. When I worked for the State, I am
proud to say, that something like this would not have sat on my desk without
resolution for more than a day.. .let alone almost a year.
Please do something for us.
Martin and Dona Grossman
Governor Sarah Palin wrote:
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions,
and/or information you have sent are important and valuable to the Governor.
Although she is unable to respond to each and every email herself, your
message has been received and is being reviewed by the appropriate staff
person in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From : WebMail®crov . state . ak . us [ mailto : WebMailOcrov . state . ak . us ]
Sent: Tuesday, December 19, 2006 12:09 PM
To: crovernorQcrov . state . ak . us
Subject: Permanent_Fund
Web mail from: Mr. martin grossman
11/10/2009
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address: 9040 noble circle anchorage AK 99502
MESSAGE :
both my wife, dona, and I were denied our permanent funds last year because we
innadvertantly answered a question incorrectly while on a short vacation. Both of us
are seniors and state retiree's who have lived in Alaska continuously for over 30
years. The letters that came from your (predaccers) permanent fund office were
insulting and damning where a phone call could have solved the problem. We were
forced to defend our response, which we did, and appeal the decision made by the
permanent fund investigative. . .and I use that term loosly, folks. We continue to
wait on the State for a decision and hopefully to get the checks which we deserve.
Please advise and tell me what you intend to do about this injustice. Thank You.
Marty
cruisinaqainOalaska . com
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 5:04 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored)
Subject: RE: Mr. Todd Palin
Dear Mr. Fluetsch,
Thank you very much for extending an invitation for the First Gentleman, Todd Palin to join the Glacier
Valley Alaska Native Brotherhood Camp # 70. Unfortunately, we regret to inform you that due to other
commitments, he will not be able to join the Alaska Native Brotherhood Camp #70 at this time.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, or if I can be of any assistance in the near
future.
Best regards,
Erika
Erika Fagerstrom
Executive Residence Manager &
Assistant to the First Gentleman
Governor's House
716 Calhoun Avenue 99801
(907) 465-3500
(907) 465-2031 fax
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 4:17 PM
To: 'Erika Fagerstrom'
Subject: FW: Mr. Todd Palin
From: Brad Fluetsch [mailto:bjf@gci.net]
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 4:16 PM
To: sarah_palin@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Mr. Todd Palin
Dear Governor Palin,
As President of Glacier Valley Alaska Native Brotherhood Camp #70, 1 would like to extend an invitation
to Mr. Todd Palin to join our organization. We are having a regular meeting March 6, 2007, 6:00PM at the
Breakwater Inn.
Todd can learn more about us at www.anbcamp70.org and www.anbarandcamp.org
Gunalcheesh
Bradley J. Fluetsch, CFA
President ANB Camp #70
11/10/2009
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Governor Sarah Palin [govemor@gov.state.ak.us]
Monday, April 09, 2007 2:00 PM
rteeb@commspeed.net
RE: Seniors
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 11:48 AM
To: governor@gov. state. ak. us
Subject: Seniors
Web mail from: Ms. Juanita Cooper
address: PO Box 10 Paulden AZ 86334
MESSAGE :
My grandson
a baby
Privileg
lived in Alaska for a while with a women named
Privileged or Person they had
Privileged or Personal
When she was 3mo. old he died. The kids were taken from her because
she was put in
Privileg in Idaho was
jail for drugs and drinking and I don't know what else. The sister of
given the kids
for 2 years then given back to their mother. The children are in a foster home in Ancorage
with the
mother of
months to
Privileged db oyf riend who is in the same shape as Privileged
get
We have been trying for
her so she will go to the Aunts in Idaho who had them before. Friday we found
{4yrs.old)has
Privileged or F
been molested and she is still in the home with probably the person who did this to her.
The tribe is
not willing to give her to her blood relatives who all love her very much. She would be
in a good
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Christian home.
Some of the phone No. you could call about this are.
Tarran Munoz 907-269-4071 or Sherri Harvey 907-269-4033
Our family is desperate, could you PLEASE HELP US.
Juanita Cooper
rteebOcommspeed . net
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 5:36 PM
To: Sarah Palin; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: thoughts on B&C
What do you think about |Privilegj f or the vacancy on the Mental Health Trust Authority? If you remember, the 6
person panel sent one nomination that we weren't 100% on. I know we were thinking of [Privi( for the Health
Council, but I thought MHTA might be another perfect place for her. Very high profile position for someone key.
Also, what do you think about |Privilegedo|fo r the vacancy on Royalty Oil and Gas? It's the seat vacated by
Charlie Cole. He doesn't want to be r e-appointed. The other names that crosse d my mind: [Privileged or Pe
(Stepovich thought he might be good), |Privileg ed j(applied for PFD), Privileged (applied forANGDA).
Third, I've been meeting with Tara Jollie re: AK Workforce Investment Board. She and Commissioner Bishop
would like to start changing out that board in three rounds of 6 members. I have a meeting with Tib and Tara on
Thursday to go over Labor's suggestions.
The more I think about the Health Council, the more I think
think?
Thanks,
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
Privileged or should be on there. What do you guys
8/24/2009
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 3:29 PM
To: cderalw@alaska.net
Subject: RE: Boards_and_Commissions
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 12:15 PM
To: governor@gbv. state. ak. us
Subject: Boards_and_Commissions
Web mail from: Mr. Deral wise
address: POBox 70464 Fairbanks AK 99707
MESSAGE:
Please think about establishing a "Clemency Board" with a few members of the Judical staff
and the
Speakers of the House and Senate. This board would meet a few times a year to consider
pardons of
convicted persons.
Thank you
cderalw@alaska . net
PLEASE ADD TO E-NEWS
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From: <govpalin@gov.state.ak.us> [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 1 0, 2007 2:49 PM
To: Mike Tibbies; John Kate; Kari L Spencer; Michael A Nizich; meg stapleton
Subject: Re: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
Thanks so much John! What an amazing accomplishment of our Senator. I can have Kari
format this from Juneau if that's the easiest way to go with the congratulatory letter.
All is well. I'm in AZ for an educ symposium. And am praying for Agia to pass so we can
get on with finding AK's gasline partner.
Good to hear from you.
Original Message
From: John Katz <jwkatz@ALASKADC.org>
Date: Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:18:57
To:Governor Sarah Palin <govpalin@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc:Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us >, Meghan Stapleton
<meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us > , Michael Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us> , Mike
Nizich <mike_nizich@gov. state. ak.us>
Subject: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
In view of the attached article from Congressional Quarterly= , I thought that you might
want to write a short congratulatory note = to Senator Stevens. So, I've drafted the
following for your = consideration:
Dear Senator Stevens,
I read with interest the Congressional Quarterly article = about your longevity in the US
Senate. Congratulations on becoming = the longest -serving Republican Senator in the
history of the Senate and on = your status as the seventh longest serving Senator ever.
Your longevity is admirable on its own merits, but what you have done = with that tenure
is even more impressive. Your mastery of a broad = spectrum of issues and your important
leadership role in the Senate have = greatly benefitted the people of Alaska and the
nation. Alaska is a = much finer place because of your almost 13,990 days in the Senate.
I look forward to continuing our work together in behalf of the = people of Alaska and to
1
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learning from your fine example of dedicated = public service.
Sincerely,
Governor, I hope you're doing well. We haven't talked = in a while, but I think things
are going pretty well on the DC front. =
Please note that my email address has = changed. My new email address = is
<mailto:jwkatz@alaskadc.org> jwkatz@alaskadc.org. = Thank you .
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer lkari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 12:46 PM
To: Meghan Stapleton; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE: Saturday Tea Remarks
I think the Governor wanted her to say a few things....
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 12:36 PM
To: 'Kari Spencer'; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; "Sarah Palin'
Subject: RE: Saturday Tea Remarks
Is Bristol expected to speak as well?
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 12:34 PM
To: 'Meghan N Stapleton'; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; 'Sarah Palin'
Subject: Saturday Tea Remarks
The Director of the Saturday Tea the Governor and Bristol are attending notified us that the theme of the Tea is:
"Girls Can Do Anything." There will be a female police officer that speaks first (because she has to leave); then
Lesil McGuire, then lunch, then the Governor and Bristol. A formal agenda is coming. They were hoping the
Governor would speak to what it was like growing up in Alaska, and becoming the first female Governor, and
"what did you do to get here?" The ages of girls attending are 5-14. The girls have been asked to dress in "their
Sunday best." They are expecting 150-200 girls. The event runs from 1:00 to 3:00pm.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: John Kate Dwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 12:31 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Fwd: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
It was returned from your State address.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatzfaalaskadc.org . Thank you .
8/26/2009
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Unknown
From: John Katz [jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Tuesday, April 1 0, 2007 12:1 9 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Kari Spencer, Meghan Stapleton; Michael Tibbies; Mike Nizich
Subject: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
In view of the attached article from Congressional Quarterly , I thought that you
might want to write a short congratulatory note to Senator Stevens. So, I've drafted
the following for your consideration:
Dear Senator Stevens,
I read with interest the Congressional Quarterly article about your
longevity in the US Senate. Congratulations on becoming the longest-
serving Republican Senator in the history of the Senate and on your
status as the seventh longest serving Senator ever.
Your longevity is admirable on its own merits, but what you have done
with that tenure is even more impressive. Your mastery of a broad
spectrum of issues and your important leadership role in the Senate have
greatly benefitted the people of Alaska and the nation. Alaska is a much
finer place because of your almost 13,990 days in the Senate.
I look forward to continuing our work together in behalf of the people of
Alaska and to learning from your fine example of dedicated public
service.
Sincerely,
Governor, I hope you're doing well. We haven't talked in a while, but I think things
are going pretty well on the DC front.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
j wkatztgialaskadc . org . Thank you .
8/24/2009
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Unknown
From: John Kate [jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Tuesday, April 1 0, 2007 12:1 9 PM
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Kari Spencer; Meghan Stapleton; Mike Nizich; Michael Tibbies
Subject: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
Attachments: CQ TODAY - Senator Stevens 13,990th Day .doc
In view of the attached article from Congressional Quarterly . I thought that you might
want to write a short congratulatory note to Senator Stevens. So, I've drafted the following
for your consideration:
Dear Senator Stevens,
I read with interest the Congressional Quarterly article about your longevity in
the US Senate. Congratulations on becoming the longest-serving Republican
Senator in the history of the Senate and on your status as the seventh longest
serving Senator ever.
Your longevity is admirable on its own merits, but what you have done with that
tenure is even more impressive. Your mastery of a broad spectrum of issues
and your important leadership role in the Senate have greatly benefitted the
people of Alaska and the nation. Alaska is a much finer place because of your
almost 13,990 days in the Senate.
I look forward to continuing our work together in behalf of the people of Alaska
and to learning from your fine example of dedicated public service.
Sincerely,
Governor, I hope you're doing well. We haven't talked in a while, but I think things are
going pretty well on the DC front.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatzfglalaskadc.org . Thank you .
8/24/2009
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CQ TODAY - CONGRESSIONAL AFFAIRS
April 9, 2007 - 8:00 p.m.
Stevens on His Way to Setting Senate GOP Record; Thurmond Holds
Current Mark
Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens will reach a milestone this week by becoming the
longest-serving Republican senator in history.
Stevens, who was appointed to the Senate in December 1968, will pass the
record set by South Carolina Republican Strom Thurmond (1954-56, 1956-
2003), initially a Democrat who switched to the Republican Party in September
1964.
April 13 will mark Stevens' 13,990th day as a senator. Thurmond served
13,989 days as a Republican senator.
Stevens, 83, ranks seventh overall in all-time Senate seniority, and his tenure
has overlapped with that of each of the six senators who are ahead of him.
Three of the six serve now. First among them is Robert C. Byrd, D-W.Va., the
longest-serving senator ever and chairman of the Appropriations Committee,
which Stevens once chaired and on which he continues to serve. The other two
are also Democrats: Edward M. Kennedy of Massachusetts, who ranks third
overall; and fourth-ranking Daniel K. Inouye of Hawaii, who also sits on
Appropriations.
The other senators ahead of Stevens on the all-time Senate service list are Carl
Hayden of Arizona (1927-69) and John Stennis of Mississippi (1947-88).
Stevens would pass Stennis in February 2010, provided he wins re-election
next year. That seems like a safe bet, given Stevens' dominance of elections in a
state that re-elected him in 2002 with 78 percent of the vote. He is not expected
to face top-flight Democratic opposition next year.
Stevens ran unsuccessfully for the Senate twice. He was the Republican
nominee in 1962, losing to Democratic Sen. Ernest Gruening, and in 1968,
when he lost a Republican primary to Anchorage Mayor Elmer Ramuson.
Ramuson lost in November to Democrat Mike Gravel, who had beaten Gruening
in a primary and who is now a Democratic presidential candidate.
Stevens finally made it to the Senate later in 1968, when Republican Gov.
Walter J. Hickel appointed him to succeed Democratic Sen. E.L. Bartlett, who
died two weeks before Christmas. Stevens, whose Senate service began on
Christmas Eve 1968, was elected in 1970 to fill out the remaining two years of
the unexpired term, then won a full six-year term in 1972.
A version of this story originally appeared on CQPolitics.com.
Source: CQ Today
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 1 0, 2007 1 2:34 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; Sarah Palin
Subject: Saturday Tea Remarks
The Director of the Saturday Tea the Governor and Bristol are attending notified us that the theme of the Tea is:
"Girls Can Do Anything." There will be a female police officer that speaks first (because she has to leave); then
Lesil McGuire, then lunch, then the Governor and Bristol. A formal agenda is coming. They were hoping the
Governor would speak to what it was like growing up in Alaska, and becoming the first female Governor, and
"what did you do to get here?" The ages of girls attending are 5-14. The girls have been asked to dress in "their
Sunday best." They are expecting 150-200 girls. The event runs from 1:00 to 3:00pm.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
8/24/2009
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From: Sharon Leighow[sharonJeighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 4:36 PM
To: Perry; Kristina Y (GOV); 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton; Tibbies; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: RE: Press Release: Alaska One Step Closer to Its Own Commemorative Quarter
Front page of the ADN! Awesome!
Sharon Leighow
Deputy Press Secretary
Deputy Communications Director
465-4031 Juneau
269-7450 Anchorage
321-7943 cell
From: Kris Perry [mailto:kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 4:29 PM
To: 'Sarah Palin'
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton'; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; 'Michael A Tibbies'
Subject: FW: Press Release: Alaska One Step Closer to Its Own Commemorative Quarter
Governor,
Since the press release on the state quarter went out yesterday, we've rec'd over 5,500 emails just today
(they are continuing to pour in) from Alaskans on their favorite selection! Folks appreciate that you've
invited them to weigh-in.
Kris
From: Sharon Busch [mailto:sharon_busch@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 12:37 PM
To: GOV - PRESS RELEASE DISTRIBUTION
Subject: Press Release: Alaska One Step Closer to Its Own Commemorative Quarter
Ixl
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 07-078
Alaska One Step Closer to Its Own Commemorative Quarter
April 10, 2007, Juneau, Alaska - The Alaska Commemorative Coin Commission is seeking
your comments on the four final designs for the Alaska commemorative quarter.
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The new state quarter is part of a 10-year program started by Congress in 1999. Coins are
released every ten weeks in the order states were admitted to the union. Alaska was the 49th
state admitted to the union in 1959. Hawaii followed shortly thereafter. The back side of each
quarter honors that state.
The Alaska Commemorative Coin Commission submitted five narrative designs to the United States
Mint. Final designs were selected based on aesthetic beauty, historical accuracy, appropriateness
and coinability. The four final designs are:
• A polar bear with the midnight sun
• Denali National Park with a dog sled musher and the Big Dipper with the North Star
• A brown bear with salmon and the Big Dipper with the North Star
• Denali National Park with a gold panner
Governor Palin is asking for comments from the public before she selects the final design later this
month.
"It is important that I hear from Alaskans as we select a coin that will represent our state for many
years to come," said Governor Palin. "I applaud the work of the Alaska Commemorative Coin
Commission and the many Alaskans who submitted their ideas for consideration."
Pictures of the proposed coins may be found on the State of Alaska homepage. Alaskans may also
submit comments online. Public comments are welcomed through April 22, 2007.
httD://www.aov.state.ak.us/alaska coin.php
http://www.gov.state.ak.us/coin comments.php
The United States Mint will release Alaska's quarter in the Fall of 2008.
###
Sharon Busch
Office of the Governor
Executive Secretary for Press & Communications
Phone: 907-465-4031
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 3:47 PM
To: fireart@mtaonline.net
Subject: RE: Boards_and_Commissions
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment.
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state .ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 2:09 PM
To: governorOgov. state. ak. us
Sub j ect : Boards_and_Commissions
Web mail from: Mr. Griz Smith
address: P. 0. Box 0584 Big lake AK 99652
MESSAGE:
Still paitiently waiting to see if I may be of some use on a Board. Have filled out ten
application an
dstill waiting to hear,
f ireartomtaonline . net
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From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 8:41 AM
Mike Tibbies; Kris Perry; meg stapleton
John W Bitney; Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Mark kelsey CONFIDENTIAL
Hi Folks:
Are we gettiny close to moving
Privileged
into Anch and
Privilege^ ,
into the Wasilla Office?
If he hasn't already been offered the job, pis do so Mike, assuming
Anch constituency work. This needs to happen soon.
Privileged or r eady for
Also, I spoke to Ivy about offering her B and C opening to
Privileged or Personal
Hopefully
that happens asap also. Also Ivy: great s uggestions with [Privileged or Personal Material ' et al in
your last email re; board seats! Prjviiegel deserves to be on Health. Feel these tolks out
about your suggested spots for them. Thanks!
Mike - is the gal ready to go as fish advisor? Unless I hear reasons otherwise let's plug
her in. Who are her enemies - anyone?
JB - who voted against long. Bonus yesterday?
I hate being away for so long. It feels like too far away to be much help. Pis email if
you need anything!
The sunshine is perfect - too bad we ' 11 be looking at it through conference windows this
afternoon.
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Unknown
From: John Katz Dwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 4:07 AM
To: Mike Tibbies; govpalin@gov.state.ak. us; Kari L Spencer; Michael A Nizich; meg stapleton
Subject: Re: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
Kari, if convenient for you, it's probably best to do this from Juneau. Please let me
know if I can help further.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatz@alaskadc.org . Thank you .
>» On 4/10/2007 at 6:48 PM, in message < 1313069077-1 176245327-
cardhu_blackberry.rim.net-1065900801-@bwe032-cell00.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>,
<govpalin@gov. state. ak.us> wrote:
Thanks so much John! What an amazing accomplishment of our Senator. I can
have Kari format this from Juneau if that's the easiest way to go with the
congratulatory letter.
All is well. I'm in AZ for an educ symposium. And am praying for Agia to pass so
we can get on with finding AK's gasline partner.
Good to hear from you.
Original Message
From: John Katz <jwkatz@ALASKADC.org>
Date: Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16: 18:57
To:Governor Sarah Palin <govpalin@gov.state.ak.us>
Cc:Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us>,Meghan Stapleton
<meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>,Michael Tibbies
<mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us>,Mike Nizich <mike_nizich@gov.state.ak.us>
Subject: Senator Stevens/ Congratulatory Letter
In view of the attached article from Congressional Quarterly= , I thought that you
might want to write a short congratulatory note = to Senator Stevens. So, I've
drafted the following for your = consideration:
Dear Senator Stevens,
I read with interest the Congressional Quarterly article = about your longevity in
the US Senate. Congratulations on becoming = the longest-serving Republican
Senator in the history of the Senate and on = your status as the seventh longest
serving Senator ever.
Your longevity is admirable on its own merits, but what you have done = with
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that tenure is even more impressive. Your mastery of a broad = spectrum of
issues and your important leadership role in the Senate have = greatly benefitted
the people of Alaska and the nation. Alaska is a = much finer place because of
your almost 13,990 days in the Senate. =
I look forward to continuing our work together in behalf of the = people of Alaska
and to learning from your fine example of dedicated = public service.
Sincerely,
Governor, I hope you're doing well. We haven't talked = in a while, but I think
things are going pretty well on the DC front. =
Please note that my email address has = changed. My new email address == is
<mailto:jwkatz@alaskadc.org> jwkatz@alaskadc.org. = Thank you .
8/25/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 9:02 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Meghan N Stapleton; Mike Tibbies; Sharon W Leighow; John W
Bitney
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
Importance: High
Governor, you are scheduled to be in Juneau Mon-Wed, to Anch Wed night, Glennallen Thurs-
Friday next week. I'm not sure when we want to do a press conference in Anchorage, unless
you go up Wednesday morning instead of Wednesday night and do the press conference on
Wednesday in the afternoon at the Anchorage Governor's Office. Right now your schedule is
clear for Wednesday so we could do this. The girls are booked on the eve flight with you,
but we could send you in the a.m. and them in the p.m., right?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 8:47 AM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Mike Tibbies; Sharon W Leighow; Kari L Spencer; John W Bitney
Subject: Re: Revenue sharing media event
I'm game be we should be leading on this issue and not having to rely on my mayoral
colleagues to wake up the legislature to my campaign promise. My msg will be positive -
about the great "opportunity" the state has to trickle down the people's wealth to the
most resposive, local govt.
Don't know how Begich will phrase it but I'm going positive.
Original Message
From: Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:47:33
To: 'Sarah Palin' <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>, mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak. us
Cc:sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us, meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us, 'Kari Spencer'
<kari_spencer@gov . state . ak . us>
Subject: FW: Revenue sharing media event
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FYI. Everyone game for something?
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Ramseur, David S. [mailto:RamseurDS@ci.anchorage.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 3:42 PM
To : meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: Revenue sharing media event
Meg:
As you probably know, the Senate is holding budget public hearings this week - Begich will
testify tomorrow.
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We understand revenue sharing may not stay in Senate budget, and it's already out of the
House budget. So we'd now recommend a press conference with mayors and the governor. Our
proposal: ideally if governor is in Anchorage next week, collect the mayors in your office
for a statewide news conference to bang the drum for revenue sharing.
If she's not planning to be here, we'd suggest a video-teleconference, with her in Juneau
and other mayors from around the state gathered here. As she suggested to Begich, we
believe we can get a fair number of Mat-Su and Kenai mayors.
Message: mayors support governor on revenue sharing, must have from Legislature.
Can you please run that up the flagpole?
David
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 5:19 PM
gov.sarah@yahoo.com
RE: Revenue sharing media event
The only n/s flights jno/anc are early a.m. and late p.m. I think COS Tibbies wants to
talk to you about Begich event before we proceed with changing your flight. Also Todd
called about this weekend, there is nothing on £ija»-schedule after the Mother/Daughter Tea
on Saturday — he said you might head to an event in Glennallen and come home Sunday night
with Bristol instead. . .the troops are waiting to see if we need to change that flight as
it fills up fast anc/jno Sunday night! I hope you are enjoying Arizona, it's raining
here. Kari.
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Subject: Re: Revenue sharing media event
111 do wed if that's the only day avail. Make sure bitneys in loop so legislators aren't
blindsided thanks !
I can fly the 11 flight Kari?
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 7:46 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: phone call
Boss,
Are you still up? Any chance I can touch base with you by phone? I tried to dial your number but it rings through
to voicemail.
Mike
8/26/2009
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 7:46 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Subject: phone call
Boss,
Are you still up? Any chance I can touch base with you by phone? I tried to dial your number but it rings through
to voicemail.
Mike
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From: Kari Spencer tkari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 4:43 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Michael A Tibbies'
Subject: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
The Governor will be traveling to Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3. There is a potential opening for a Fairbanks
Rotary speaker that day— should we have Melissa pursue that? Also Joe Kuckle has invited the Governor to an
event with Chief Justice John Roberts.... I've listed the proposed day below, should I go forward with this?
8:00am-10:30am Jno/Fbx via King Air
1 1 :00-1 1 :45am Visit 5^/6^ graders at Hunter Elementary
12:00-1 :15pm TENTATIVE speak to Fairbanks Rotary????
1:30-2:00pm: Special Guest, DARE Graduation, Ft. Richardson
3:00-3:45 Tour Fairbanks Youth Facility
7:00-8:00 or later: Drop Ceremonial Puck at Jr. Nat'l Hockey Tournament
After Hockey the governor can travel to Anchorage via King Air and (RON)
or
Chief Justice John Roberts will be in Fairbanks that night— Joe Kuckle has invited the governor to be her guest at
a reception/address for him
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 5:41 PM
To: Sarah Palin; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: B&C
I had a good conversation with
Privilege
jtoday. She's interested in moving down here, but she wants to check out
the elementary school for her daughter. We just need to decide if she's going to be doing outreach in B&C or
rural policy. And make final decisions on a hiring decision. I don't want to do anything that you guys aren't feeling
100% with.
Maybe it can be a combined position? She focuses on "off the road system" outreach and I focus on our people
in SE, the Valley, ANC, and FBX outreach. As long as we are keeping people plugged in, motivated, and excited
about the administration, I don't care how we break it up. Governor, just so you know there has been an
overwhelming response to serve in this administration. It's awesome. We have over 700 employment
applications and 300 board applicants (you've only appointed about 50 at this point, but with a lot more to come).
Also, talked to Kris today about [Privileged or Personal Material Redacted I was reading an
NGA article and it was talking about ways to keep your board appts motivated. One wa y was |Privileged or Person)
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted iPrivilgnftri nr Persnnarivl
,__ Jlfyou re interested III
follow up with Kris.
Had a mtg. w/ Tib and Tara today re: Workforce Investment Board. What do you think about Privileged or P
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Alright, I'll let you enjoy the Arizona sun. We miss youl
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 3:44 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Blackberry messages A-OKI
Hi Governor! Yes, I seem to be receiving your blackberry messages just fine. I've received 5 or so from you
today, does that sound right? Is the Blackberry working okay for you? It seems like you are receiving okay.
Kari. P.S. I hope the sun is shining for you.
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 5:21 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: FW: Hays Research: Governor Palin at 83 percent positive
From Chris Clark below.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Christopher Clark [mailto:christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 3:21 PM
To: john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us; mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us; 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Sharon LeighoW;
'Shannon L Devon'; 'Mike Nizich'; 'Ivy Frye'; Richter, Deborah M (DOR); 'Joe Balash'; Tom Irwin'; 'Marty
Rutherford'; 'Russ Kelly'; lynne Smith'; 'Anna Kim'; 'Kari Spencer 1 ; 'Karen J Rehfeld'; 'Patrick Galvin'
Subject: Hays Research: Governor Palin at 83 percent positive
Do you like heights?
Governor Palin's positive rating has soared to 83 percent, according to a recent poll by Hays Research.
See http://www.haysresearch.com/OC040507.htm .
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 1 0:25 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: Kris Perry
Subject: RE: Food Drive
Governor, in case you are reading emails, would you be able to fit in another event on Saturday before or after
the Mother/Daughter tea? Please see emails below.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Kris Perry [mailto:kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 10:21 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Kari Spencer'; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; 'Andy Mills'
Subject: RE: Food Drive
I've talked with Richard and it sounds like it would work well. The back drop needs to be a gymnasium. The
Mother/Daughter tea event from 1 - 3pm is at Gladys Wood Elementary. He is following up with the camera crew
to see if they'd be available at either 12:30 or 3:00 p.m. It's a 30 minute window that is needed but he doesn't
think it'll take more than 15 minutes. The script would be "help stamp out hunger". Or we could change it up a bit
if we'd like by adding "Alaska".
Kari, can you check w/the Governor when you talk w/her to make sure that she's okay with this and that there's
no scheduling conflict (not sure if she was planning to head out to Valley, etc). I'll wait to hear before I finalize.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 9:52 AM
To: 'Kris Perr/; 'Kari Spencer'; sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us; 'Andy Mills'
Subject: RE: Food Drive
Saturday sounds good to me. We should do it in Anchorage for the consistent w look and feel" that
others will receive. Please check and see if it's even an option for those in charge.
Meghan N. Stapleton
From: Kris Perry [mailto:kris_perry@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 10:13 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; sharonJeighow@gov.state.ak.us; 'Andy Mills'; 'Kari Spencer"
Subject: Food Drive
I rec'd a phone call from Richard Feight (sp?) who apparently spoke to the Governor at an event (I think it was the
Governor's Prayer Breakfast) about participating in an ad campaign for the National Association of Letter Carriers'
food drive. He said that she was interested in participating. I cannot recall the gentleman or the conversation.
It would be a tag-on to their ad. Mayor Mark Begich will be doing it next week. They .have a crew here in
Anchorage that is doing the filming. I explained that the Governor will be out-of-town next week and that the
majority of her time is in Juneau during the legislation session. Should we decide to do this, it would need to be
completed the earlier part of the week of April 16 th .
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Please advise.
Kris Perry, Director
Office of the Governor - Anchorage
Phone (907)269-7450
Cell (907)351-2880
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 5:27 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Meghan Stapleton
Subject: RE: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
I am checking on the time for Justice Roberts... I think it will be later, like a
reception after the hockey deal. Is scheduling you for a noon Rotary okay?
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 5:03 PM
To: Kari L Spencer
Subject: Re: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Any way I can get to judge roberts event pis make it happen before during or after hockey
puck.
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 1 1 , 2007 5:26 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Meghan Stapleton
Subject: RE: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
We discussed the kids events before you left you said to work them in if you could get
to FBXS and do them in one day. We could get you back to Juneau that night or early the
next day. Also there are two requests for Friday, May 4 in Anchorage, Anch International
Rotary at Noon and Speech to Champions for children (Mat-Su Educators Assn, Janis Bishop)
in Wasilla at 6:00pm Friday night that you were "considering." We just need to decide if
you want to come back to Juneau or hop over to Anchorage after Fbx events. Then you go to
Skagway May 6, Sunday.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 5:12 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Kari L Spencer; Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Re: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Great pt. I didn't know about the two kids events earlier in the day. How impt is all
that.
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From: Lt. Governor Sean Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 6:21 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); marty_rutherford@gov.state.ak.us
Subject: Legislative conversations/visits
Governor,
I spent time some time today speaking with a few House Finance members on AGIA. I had individual
meetings with Rep. Chenault, Rep. Meyer, and Rep. Mike Kelly.
1. Rep. Chenault: Pr ' vile g e d or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
2. Rep. Meyer: Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
3_ Rep. Mike Kelly: privileged or Personal Material Redacted
I've got strategic thoughts I'd rather not type out here but perhaps we can speak soon.
All the best,
Sean
11/10/2009
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From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 3:06 PM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: Re: Barrow on May 4
What is the barrow agenda tho?
And just between you and me, who confirmed for me that May 4 is good for Barrow?
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 11:01:03
To: 'Meghan Stapleton 1
<meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>, tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak. us, 'Patrick Galvin'
<patrick_galvin@revenue. state. ak. us >, 'Michael A Tibbies'
<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Sharon Leighpw' <sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us >, 'John S
Stephenson 1 <john_stephenson@dps. state. ak.us>, "Cooper, George F (DPS)"
<george_cooper@dps . state . ak . us> , j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us
Subject: RE: Barrow on May 4
The Governor said yes to Barrow on May 4, so we can go ahead with the planning.
Kari Spencer
Governor ' s Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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Prom: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 10:42 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton' ; ' tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak. us' ; 'Patrick Galvin' ; 'Michael A
Tibbies'; 'Sharon LeighoW ; 'John S Stephenson'; Cooper, George F (DPS);
1 j oe_balash@gov . state . ak . us '
Subject: Barrow on May 4
Importance : High
Shane reports that we can have the King Air on Friday, May 4 to take the Governor to
Barrow. She'll be in Fairbanks all day May 3 (Thursday) . She could overnight Fbx and go
to Barrow Friday morning May 4, do an event or two, and fly Barrow/ Juneau (with a fuel
stop somewhere) Friday afternoon or evening. She goes to Skagway Sunday May 6. The
pilots need to know asap if we need to plan a Barrow trip. Please limit passengers to 4
people .
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 10:46 AM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: Re: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Ok
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us >
Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 10:31:28
To : gov . sarah@yahoo . com
Subject: RE: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Meg is looking at Barrow for Friday, May 4, following Fairbanks May 3.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 9:33 AM
To: Kari L Spencer
Subject: Re: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Am I in barrow on monday
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Wed, 11 Apr 2007 17:26:08
To: gov. sarah@yahoo.com, 'Meghan Stapleton'
<meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us>
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Subject: RE: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
We discussed the kids events before you left.... you said to work them in if
you could get to FBXS and do them in one day. We could get you back to
Juneau that night or early the next day. Also there are two requests for
Friday, May 4 in Anchorage, Anch International Rotary at Noon and Speech to
Champions for children (Mat-Su Educators Assn, Janis Bishop) in Wasilla at
6:00pm Friday night that you were "considering." We just need to decide if
you want to come back to Juneau or hop over to Anchorage after Fbx events.
Then you go to Skagway May 6, Sunday.
Kari Spencer
Governor ' s Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
-Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 5:12 PM
To: Meghan N Stapleton; Kari L Spencer; Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Re: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Great pt. I didn't know about the two kids events earlier in the day. How
impt is all that.
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 4:56 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Todd Palin
Subject: FLOWERS!
Thank you so much for the flowers! They are so beautiful and spring time bright! This has been a great day! I've
been wanting to tell you for some time that I am honored that you kept me on to be a part of your administration,
thank you for the opportunity to work with such wonderful people, meaning you and your family, and the people
like Mike Tibbies that you brought with you!
8/28/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 8:20 AM
To: 'Sarah Palin'; 'Michael Tibbies'
Subject: LBC
I talked to Dave Stancliff this morning. He said Privileged or wou id be interested in coming out of
retirement to serve on the Local Boundary Commission. Wanted to run it by you both before Dave
moves on this.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak. us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 9:18 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton; Sharon Leighow; Kim; Anna C (GOV)
Cc: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Denali awards
Besides a trip to Fairbanks on May 3 and Skagway on May 7, the Governor will be in Juneau the first couple
weeks of May. UNLESS she could do the Denali event Friday, May 4 in Anchorage on her way back to Juneau,
but we need to see when she wants to return to Juneau after Fairbanks. Kari.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sharon Leighow [mailto:sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 9:06 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton"; 'Kari Spencer"
Cc: 'Anna Kim'
Subject: Denali awards
The winners of the Governor's Denali Awards have been selected. These awards recognize state
employees for excellence in service to the State of Alaska. Most of the winners are from the
Anchorage area. Will the Governor be in Anchorage during the second week of May? If the awards
could be handed out then, it would coincide with Public Service Recognition Week.
Thanks
Sharon Leighow
Deputy Press Secretary
Deputy Communications Director
465-4031 Juneau
269-7450 Anchorage
321-7943 cell
8/25/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari spencer@gov.state.ak.usJ
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 1 1 :05 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Denali awards
6 Awardees: Kathy Hester, Anch; Irene Ferguson, Sitka; a "team" from Ft. Richardson; Bob
Gerlach Anch; a BLM Team from Anch; Theron Powell from McLaughlin Youth Center.
Also: 18 Honorable Mention (I can send you the names, too, if you'd like.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 10:49 AM
To: Kari L Spencer
Subject: Re: Denali awards
Who won?
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 10:24 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Denali awards
The Denali Award Committee, pursuant to instructions in the administrative order. The
committee consisted of Anna Kim (Gov's rep); 14 departmental reps; including Diane Keisel,
Director of Personnel maybe more.... I can get you a complete list if you'd like.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 9:26 AM
To: Kari L Spencer
Subject: Re: Denali awards
Who chose my award recepients?
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov . state. ak.us>
Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 09:17:49
To: 'Meghan Stapleton' <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Sharon Leighow'
<sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Anna Kim' <anna_kim@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc : gov . sar ah@ yahoo . com
Subject: RE: Denali awards
Besides a trip to Fairbanks on May 3 and Skagway on May 7, the Governor will be in Juneau
the first couple weeks of May. UNLESS she could do the Denali event Friday, May 4 in
Anchorage on her way back to Juneau, but we need to see when she wants to return to Juneau
after Fairbanks. Kari.
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Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Sharon Leighow [mailto:sharon__leighow@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 9:06 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'; 'Kari Spencer'
Cc: 'Anna Kim'
Subject: Denali awards
The winners of the Governor's Denali Awards have been selected. These awards recognize
state employees for excellence in service to the State of Alaska. Most of the winners are
from the Anchorage area. Will the Governor be in Anchorage during the second week of May?
If the awards could be handed out then, it would coincide with Public Service Recognition
Week.
Thanks
Sharon Leighow
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Deputy Press Secretary
Deputy Communications Director
465-4031 Juneau
269-7450 Anchorage
321-7943 cell
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 1 1 :14 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Kari's Birthday
I just ordered a b-day bouquet that will be delivered this afternoon w/ a card that says
"Happy Birthday Kari Love, Sarah."
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 10:48 AM
To: Ivy J Frye
Subject: Re: Kari's Birthday
Haven't seen It so thnk you. Would you get her flowers or something From me and-or jointly
with others? Ill pay you back!
Original Message
From: Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 10:31:27
To : gov . sarah@yahoo . com
Subject: Kari's Birthday
Today is Kari's 48th birthday. I wasn't sure if you were included in the staff email that
just went out.
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
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Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Thursday, April 12, 2007 9:29 AM
gov.sarah@yahoo.com
RE: LBC
Thanks. I'll let Dave know not to move on this.
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 9:24 AM
To: Ivy J Frye
Subject: Re: LBC
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Original Message
From: Ivy Frye <ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 08:19:53
To: 'Sarah Palin' <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>, 'Michael Tibbies' <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
Subject: LBC
Privileged or Pe would be interes ted
I talked to Dave Stancliff this morning. He said
coming out of retirement to serve on the Local Boundary Commission. Wanted to run it by
you both before Dave moves on this.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
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Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 3:42 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Importance: High
Hi Governor! I took this ok (below) from you as an okay to go to Barrow on May 4. PLEASE
forgive me if that's not what you meant I am the one who thought you gave the
okay
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 10:46 AM
To: Kari L Spencer
Subject: Re: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Ok
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 10:31:28
To : gov . sarah@yahoo . com
Subject: RE: Fairbanks on Thursday, May 3
Meg is looking at Barrow for Friday, May 4, following Fairbanks May 3.
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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Unknown
From: Jun Maiquis [Jun_Maiquis@commerce.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 1 3, 2007 1 :38 PM
To: Newt Bingham
Cc: Strickler; Jenny R (CED); Palin; Sarah H (GOV); Kreitzer; Annette (Dept. of Admin); Huggins; Charlie
(LAA); Green; Lyda N (LAA); Von Scheben; Leo (DOT); Ginger L Morton
Subject: Re: Proposed Changes to Alaska's Administrative Code Requiring Professional Engineers to
demonstrate "continuing education"
Mr. Bingham,
I will forward your written comments to the board for consideration. Thank you, jm.
Newt Bingham wrote:
Attached is a letter to you opposing your proposed changes to the Alaska Administrative
code requiring "continuing education" for professional engineers.
Thank you for considering my opinion as an Alaskan
Newton Bingham PE
11/10/2009
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Unknown
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Sent: Friday, April 1 3, 2007 1 0:55 AM
To: Balash; Joseph R (GOV)
Subject: Fw: Mat Maid
To keep you in loop.
Original Message
To: Talis Colberg
Cc: Michael A Tibbies
Sent: Apr 13, 2007 10:52 AM
Subject: Re: Mat Maid
I wonder if matmaid's woes were even considered in this grant-giving process. Againn all
the more reason for me to start focusing o pertinent Ag issues that are growing. I have an
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Original Message
From: Talis Colberg
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Michael A Tibbies
Sent: Apr 13, 2007 10:45 AM
Subject: Mat Maid
Dear Governor Palin and Mr. Tibbies, Today's news slips from Lynn
Castle include a story about the new USDA grants for a specialized dairy
to be operated in part by Rob Wells. This is part of the picture
regarding Mat Maid. With only six dairy farms in the Mat Valley, the
federal grants to build a specialized dairy will create further pressure
on Mat Maid. Talis
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Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
John Bitney [john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us]
Friday, April 13, 2007 8:03 AM
gov.sarah@yahoo.com; 'meg stapleton'; Sharon W Leighow; Roger L Sampson; Smith; Lynne
M (GOV); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Rehfeld; Karen J (GOV); Clark; Christopher G (GOV)
RE: Educ funding
Governor
We have an education funding proposal that is essentially ready to present.
It has components that warrant discussion.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
That's the long answer. Today I hope to start to reach out to key
legislators to gauge their reaction to the political aspects of this
proposal .
JB
Original Message
From : gov . sarah@yah.oo . com [mailto : gov . sarah@yahoo . com]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 7:51 AM
To: meg stapleton; Sharon W Leighow; Roger L Sampson; Lynne M Smith; Kari L
Spencer; John W Bitney; Karen J Rehfeld; Christopher G Clark
Sub j ect : Educ funding
When we announce final educ funding level I will do a press conf featuring
teachers. The message being: my goal is to get more money into the
classroom; the teaching profession will be honored and teacher profiles
elevated on my watch; educ is priority; nothing's more impt than our kids; I
want Ak to feel the same vigor for educ as we have for the gasline; we'll
succeed in forward funding (eventually) ; on our watch our students will have
opportunity to be successful via our innovative educ reforms.
I'm anxious for this. When will "early" educ funding be wrapped up?
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Unknown
From: S R Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 1 3, 2007 7:39 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: AGIA in Press Availability
This just looks like more of the Republican Minority v. Democratic
Majority talk. It's not directed at us. My guess is they are just
finding fault wherever they can with Lyda' Majority. (Recommend we
just stay out of it except to the extent we offer up our own
consultants to address their questions . ) Sean
Original Message
Prom : gov . sarahOyahoo . com
Date: Friday, April 13, 2007 6:12 am
Subject: Re: AGIA in Press Availability
To: Meghan N Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>, Tom Irwin
<tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak.us>, Patrick S Galvin
<patrick_galvin@revenue. state. ak.us>, Martha K Rutherford
<marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state. ak.us>, Sean Parnell
<sr_parnell@gov. state. ak.us>, John W Bitney
<john_bitney@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc: Sharon W Leighow <sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us >, Mike Tibbies
<tibbles@alaska.net>, Kari L Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>
> So why haven't they expressed detailed concerns so all may be
> addressed? And why no consultants hired by Leg even at this late
> date?
> Keep up the great work, all. The hard work has just begun and the
> next month will obviously be taxing and trying. But exciting,
> invigorating and successful also. It's why we're here!
-Original Message-
> From: Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
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> Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 11:34:01
> To: gov. sarah@yahoo.com, tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak. us, 'Patrick Galvin 1
> <patrick_galvin@revenue. state. ak. us >, 'marty rutherford 1
> <marty_rutherf ordodnr . state. ak.us>, 'S Parnell 1
> <sr_parnell@gov. state. ak.us>, tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak. us, 'John W
> Bitney' <john_bitney@gov. state. ak.us>
> Cc : ' Sharon Leighow '
>
< sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us> , meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . usSub j ec
t: AGIA in Press Availability
>
> Heads-up:
> In the Senator Republican Minority Press Availability, Senator
> Wilken just said that he worries AGIA could die from a thousand
> paper cuts. They need someone other than admin and producers
> speaking to them and providing objective thoughts on the issue.
> More specifically, consultants designed to assist - like a Pedro
> van Meurs or Econ 1. There is a growing sense of frustration that
> discussion isn't leading to resolution. We have need for
> independent advice and it's not available to us right now.
> Senator Wagoner
>
> I'm suspicious of any bill - why we didn't have consultants
> available when bill started through committee process. But last
> year, when we started the process, we already had consultants,
> with PPT legislation, for instance. And I think it cripples the
> legislative process that can't be answered in the committee -
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> cripples process. Dire lack of consultant available in first
> committee it was in, resources. Not much we can do. We're in the
> minority so we can't control, but there's nobody in this
> legislature that knows enough to make me comfortable.
> Thanks,
> Meg
> Meghan N. Stapleton
> Communications Director
> Office of Governor Sarah Palin
> 907.269.7450 O
> 907.269.7463 f
> 907.321.4975 c
PRA GSP01 0001035
Unknown
From: <govpalin@gov.state.ak.us> [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 1 3, 2007 6:08 AM
To: John Kate
Subject: Re: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
Hopefully Kari sent already. . . Thank you John.
Sarah Palin
Original Message
From: John Katz <jwkatz@ALASKADC.org>
Date: Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:18:57
To: Governor Sarah Palin <govpalin@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc:Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>, Meghan Stapleton
<meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us> , Michael Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us> , Mike
Nizich <mike_nizich@gov . state . ak . us>
Subject: Senator Stevens/ Congratulatory Letter
In view of the attached article from Congressional Quarterly, I thought that you might
want to write a short congratulatory note to Senator Stevens. So, I've drafted the
following for your consideration:
Dear Senator Stevens,
I read with interest the Congressional Quarterly article about your longevity in the US
Senate. Congratulations on becoming the longest -serving Republican Senator in the history
of the Senate and on your status as the seventh longest serving Senator ever.
Your longevity is admirable on its own merits, but what you have done with that tenure is
even more impressive. Your mastery of a broad spectrum of issues and your important
leadership role in the Senate have greatly benefitted the people of Alaska and the nation.
Alaska is a much finer place because of your almost 13,990 days in the Senate.
I look forward to continuing our work together in behalf of the people of Alaska and to
learning from your fine example of dedicated public service.
Sincerely,
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Governor, I hope you're doing well. We haven't talked in a while, but I think things are
going pretty well on the DC front.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
<mailto:jwkatz@alaskadc.org> jwkatz@alaskadc.org. Thank you .
PRA GSP01 0001037
Unknown
From: <govpalin@gov.state.ak.us> [govpalin@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 1 3, 2007 6:04 AM
To: John Kate
Cc: Kari L Spencer; Meghan N Stapleton; Michael A Nizich; Michael A Tibbies
Subject: Re: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
John\Kari :
Good morning.
Was this letter sent to our Senator yet? You can use signature machine to finalize and fax
to DC, followed by mailed hard copy.
Thank youl
Original Message
From-. John Katz <jwkatz@ALASKADC.org>
Date: Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:18:57
To: Governor Sarah Palin <govpalin@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc:Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>, Meghan Stapleton
<meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us> , Michael Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov . state . ak . us> , Mike
Nizich <mike_nizich@gov. state. ak.us>
Subject: Senator Stevens/Congratulatory Letter
In view of the attached article from Congressional Quarterly, I thought that you might
want to write a short congratulatory note to Senator Stevens. So, I've drafted the
following for your consideration:
Dear Senator Stevens,
I read with interest the Congressional Quarterly article about your longevity in the US
Senate. Congratulations on becoming the longest -serving Republican Senator in the history
of the Senate and on your status as the seventh longest serving Senator ever.
Your longevity is admirable on its own merits, but what you have done with that tenure is
even more impressive. Your mastery of a broad spectrum of issues and your important
leadership role in the Senate have greatly benefitted the people of Alaska and the nation.
Alaska is a much finer place because of your almost 13,990 days in the Senate.
PRA GSP01 0001038
I look forward to continuing our work together in behalf of the people of Alaska and to
learning from your fine example of dedicated public service .
Sincerely,
Governor, I hope you're doing well. We haven't talked in a while, but I think things are
going pretty well on the DC front.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
<mailto:jwkatz@alaskadc.org> jwkatz@alaskadc.org. Thank you .
PRA GSP01 0001039
Unknown
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 6:08 AM
To: Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Subject: Re: FLOWERS!
You're so welcome and I thank YOU! And I can't believe you're a day over 30 - seriously
you look great, are great. And I hope we don't age you in the next four yrs!
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak. us >
Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 16:56:10
To: gov. sarah@yahoo.com, 'Todd Palin' <fek9wnr@yahoo.com>
Subject: FLOWERS!
Thank you so much for the flowers! They are so beautiful and spring time bright! This
has been a great day! I've been wanting to tell you for some time that I am honored that
you kept me on to be a part of your administration, thank you for the opportunity to work
with such wonderful people , meaning you and your family, and the people like Mike Tibbies
that you brought with you!
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Revenue sharing media event Page 1 of 2
Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 1 3, 2007 1 1 :04 AM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Meghan Stapleton; John Bitney
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
Governor,
Last night the Senate Finance Committee removed the municipal assistance money we included in our budget.
At this point in the public process, it appears as if the House and the Senate have removed the money and there
is no chance of it passing. Generally, if you do not have a budget item in at least one body, you can not bring it
up at the operating budget conference committee to be resolved.
However, all is not lost here. Senator Hoffman mentioned to us that the money would eventually come out of the
operating budget and municipal assistance would be addressed in the capital budget. There is a lot of focus on
the retirement costs and I am getting the sense that with the substantial increase in school funding and local
government assistance (hundreds of millions of new dollars for local governments) that the additional $48 million
will not pass.
There is a concern in the Legislature that we have local governments that are not PERS members and therefore
will not see any additional increase. Sen. Hoffman's plan is to address this in the capital budget by granting those
communities that will not get additional retirement dollars new funds for municipal assistance. All should be well
in the end.
The Mayor of Anchorage would still like you to participate in a press event and stand by your budget Their
request is to tackle the retirement costs and the municipal assistance issues separately. We acknowledged that
they are two separate issues and we need to continue to be supportive of our budget. However, the process is
still moving forward, we are very engaged with leadership daily reminding them of our priorities and working with
them to find solutions. We do h ave indications that some form of municipal assistance and increased municipa
retirement costs will be funded.
Privileged or Personal Materia
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Any thoughts?
Mike Tibbies
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 8:46 AM
To: 'Michael A Tibbies'
Subject: FW: Revenue sharing media event
I called and left a message with Janice - I was on the phone with Sharon working through the 9am
as well. Am available, but we need to have Governor in to either call, meet, or participate.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.74S0 o
907.269.7463 f
8/25/2009
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907.321.4975 C
From: Ramseur, David S. [mailto:RamseurDS@Gi.anchorage.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 8:06 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
Tvleg:
I just heard this morning that Senate Finance dropped revenue sharing from their budget last night so ifs not in
either version of the budget. So ifs even more important now that we do something sooner than later. Please let
us know the governor's availability and we can start collecting mayors.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 2:59 PM
To: Ramseur, David S.
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
The Governor is obviously very much on board - just trying to figure out a day. We're hoping to
get her to Anchorage on Wednesday, but I will let you know soon.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Ramseur, David S. [mailto:RamseurDS@ci.anchorage.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 3:42 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: Revenue sharing media event
Meg:
As you probably know, the Senate is holding budget public hearings this week - Begich will testify tomorrow.
We understand revenue sharing may not stay in Senate budget, and it's already out of the House budget. So we'd
now recommend a press conference with mayors and the governor. Our proposal: ideally if governor is in
Anchorage next week, collect the mayors in your office for a statewide news conference to bang the drum for
revenue sharing.
If she's not planning to be here, we'd suggest a video-teleconference, with her in Juneau and other mayors from
around the state gathered here. As she suggested to Begich, we believe we can get a fair number of Mat-Su and
Kenai mayors.
Message: mayors support governor on revenue sharing, must have from Legislature.
Can you please run that up the flagpole?
David
8/25/2009
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Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 1 3, 2007 2: 1 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
Thank you. I think I was typing as your message came in.
Are you willing to schedule a cabinet meeting for Wednesday? By the way, I have had good
meetings with Lyda, Bert Stedman, Mike Chenault and Kevin Meyer today. Chenault and Meyer
focused on PPT and future revenues and Bitney, Pat Galvin, and Karen Reyfeld joined in. I
stayed a little longer to discuss education funding and believe a solution may be close.
Lyda expressed strong support for moving AGIA this session and told me that she does not
want a special session. Bert mentioned that he is concerned about BP "double dipping" or
taking credits twice due to corrosion work. His comments led me to believe that he is not
angling for the producers .
Mike
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 11:16 AM
To: Michael A Tibbies
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton; John W Bitney; Sharon W Leighow; Kari L Spencer
Subject: Re: Revenue sharing media event
I don't have to be there in person. But will sned my msg via teleconf or in writing if
need be. It's the right thing to do.
Original Message
To: Michael A Tibbies
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton
Cc: John W Bitney
Cc: Sharon W Leighow
Sent: Apr 13, 2007 11:10 AM
Subject: Re: Revenue sharing media event
I already told him I'd participate by sending a positive msg to leg reminding them of my
campaign promise to restore the funding. I'm not going to back away from two committments
now - one to voters and the recent one to the mayors. Remember all were in agreement last
wk that I hustle up and call Begich and we knew what he was going to ask and we knew that
I'm lOOprcnt supportive of smaller state budgets via trickling down revenue into the
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communities.
Original Message
From: Michael A Tibbies
To: Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton
Cc: John W Bitney
Sent: Apr 13, 2007 11:04 AM
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
Governor,
Last night the Senate Finance Committee removed the municipal assistance money we included
in our budget. At this point in the public process, it appears as if the House and the
Senate have removed the money and there is no chance of it passing. Generally, if you do
not have a budget item in at least one body, you can not bring it up at the operating
budget conference committee to be resolved.
However, all is not lost here. Senator Hoffman mentioned to us that the money would
eventually come out of the operating budget and municipal assistance would be addressed in
the capital budget. There is a lot of focus on the retirement costs and I am getting the
sense that with the substantial increase in school funding and local government assistance
(hundreds of millions of new dollars for local governments) that the additional $48
million will not pass.
There is a concern in the Legislature that we have local governments that are not PERS
members and therefore will not see any additional increase. Sen. Hoffman's plan is to
address this in the capital budget by granting those communities that will not get
additional retirement dollars new funds for municipal assistance. All should be well in
the end.
The Mayor of Anchorage would still like you to participate in a press event and stand by
your budget. Their request is to tackle the retirement costs and the municipal assistance
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issues separately. We acknowledged that they are two separate issues and we need to
continue to be supportive of our budget. However, the process is still moving forward, we
are very engaged with leadership daily reminding them of our priorities and working with
them to find solutions. We do have indications that some form of municipal assistance a nd
increased municipal retirement costs will be funded.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
•rivileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Any thoughts?
Mike Tibbies
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 8:46 AM
To: 'Michael A Tibbies'
Subject: FW: Revenue sharing media event
I called and left a message with Janice - I was on the phone with Sharon working through
the 9am as well. Am available, but we need to have Governor in to either call, meet, or
participate.
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Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Ramseur, David S. [mailto:RamseurDS@ci.anchorage.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 8:06 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
Meg:
I just heard this morning that Senate Finance dropped revenue sharing from their budget
last night so it's not in either version of the budget. So it's even more important now
that we do something sooner than later. Please let us know the governor's availability and
we can start collecting mayors.
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From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 2:59 PM
To: Ramseur, David S.
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
The Governor is obviously very much on board - just trying to figure out a day. We're
hoping to get her to Anchorage on Wednesday, but I will let you know soon.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
PRA GSP01 0001047
907.321.4975 c
From: Ramseur, David S. [mailto:RamseurDS@ci.anchorage.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 3:42 PM
To : meghan_stapleton@gov. state . ak . us
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: Revenue sharing media event
Meg:
As you probably know, the Senate is holding budget public hearings this week - Begich will
testify tomorrow.
We understand revenue sharing may not stay in Senate budget, and it's already out of the
House budget. So we'd now recommend a press conference with mayors and the governor. Our
proposal: ideally if governor is in Anchorage next week, collect the mayors in your office
for a statewide news conference to bang the drum for revenue sharing.
If she's not planning to be here, we'd suggest a video-teleconference, with her in Juneau
and other mayors from around the state gathered here. As she suggested to Begich, we
believe we can get a fair number of Mat-Su and Kenai mayors.
Message: mayors support governor on revenue sharing, must have from Legislature.
Can you please run that up the flagpole?
David
PRA GSP01 0001048
Unknown
From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbies@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 1 3, 2007 1 1 :20 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
I understand and we can be supportive in a positive fashion as you say. Do you want to
fly up to a press event with the Mayor? I would rather spend the time scheduling a
cabinet meting with our own press event at the start (signing employer support for the
guard and reserve and maybe the workforce training message or signing the pipeline
integrity administrative order.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Reda
~Let me know if I am off base. Thanks.
Mike
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 11:11 AM
To: Michael A Tibbies
Cc: Meghan N Stapleton; John W Bitney; Sharon W Leighow
Subject: Re: Revenue sharing media event
I already told him I'd participate by sending a positive msg to leg reminding them of my
campaign promise to restore the funding. I'm not going to back away from two committments
now - one to voters and the recent one to the mayors. Remember all were in agreement last
wk that I hustle up and call Begich and we knew what he was going to ask and we knew that
I'm lOOprcnt supportive of smaller state budgets via trickling down revenue into the
communities.
Original Message
From: Mike Tibbies <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2007 11:04:29
To: 'Sarah Palin' <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
Cc: 'Meghan Stapleton' <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>, 'John Bitney'
<j ohn_bitney@gov . state . ak . us>
PRA GSP01 0001049
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
Governor,
Last night the Senate Finance Committee removed the municipal assistance money we included
in our budget. At this point in the public process, it appears as if the House and the
Senate have removed the money and there is no chance of it passing. Generally, if you do
not have a budget item in at least one body, you can not bring it up at the operating
budget conference committee to be resolved.
However, all is not lost here. Senator Hoffman mentioned to us that the money would
eventually come out of the operating budget and municipal assistance would be addressed in
the capital budget. There is a lot of focus on the retirement costs and I am getting the
sense that with the substantial increase in school funding and local government assistance
(hundreds of millions of new dollars for local governments) that the additional $4 8
million will not pass.
There is a concern in the Legislature that we have local governments that are not PERS
members and therefore will not see any additional increase. Sen. Hoffman's plan is to
address this in the capital budget by granting those communities that will not get
additional retirement dollars new funds for municipal assistance. All should be well in
the end.
The Mayor of Anchorage would still like you to participate in a press event and stand by
your budget. Their request is to tackle the retirement costs and the municipal assistance
issues separately. We acknowledged that they are two separate issues and we need to
continue to be supportive of our budget. However, the process is still moving forward, we
are very engaged with leadership daily reminding them of our priorities and working with
them to find solutions. We do have indications that some form of municipal assistance and
increased municipal retirement costs will be funded.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Yivileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Any thoughts?
Mike Tibbies
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 8:46 AM
To: 'Michael A Tibbies'
Subject: FW: Revenue sharing media event
I called and left a message with Janice - I was on the phone with Sharon working through
the 9am as well. Am available, but we need to have Governor in to either call, meet, or
participate.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
PRA GSP01 0001051
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Ramseur, David S. [mailto:RamseurDS@ci.anchorage.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 8:06 AM
To: Meghan Stapleton
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
Meg:
I just heard this morning that Senate Finance dropped revenue sharing from their budget
last night so it's not in either version of the budget. So it's even more important now
that we do something sooner than later. Please let us know the governor's availability and
we can start collecting mayors.
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 2:59 PM
PRA GSP01 0001052
To: Ramseur, David S.
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: RE: Revenue sharing media event
The Governor is obviously very much on board - just trying to figure out a day. We're
hoping to get her to Anchorage on Wednesday, but I will let you know soon.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Ramseur, David S. [mailto:RamseurDS@ci.anchorage.ak.us]
PRA GSP01 0001053
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 3:42 PM
To: meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak. us
Cc: Hasquet, Julie M.
Subject: Revenue sharing media event
Meg:
As you probably know, the Senate is holding budget public hearings this week - Begich will
testify tomorrow.
We understand revenue sharing may not stay in Senate budget, and it's already out of the
House budget. So we'd now recommend a press conference with mayors and the governor. Our
proposal: ideally if governor is in Anchorage next week, collect the mayors in your office
for a statewide news conference to bang the drum for revenue sharing.
If she's not planning to be here, we'd suggest a video-teleconference, with her in Juneau
and other mayors from around the state gathered here. As she suggested to Begich, we
believe we can get a fair number of Mat-Su and Kenai mayors.
Message: mayors support governor on revenue sharing, must have from Legislature.
Can you please run that up the flagpole?
David
PRA GSP01 0001054
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Unknown
From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 2:21 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Privileged or Person
Would he be good to plug in? I remember him from Fairbanks.
I followed up with Pnv j le 9 e and will share with you when you return. It looks good but she had stipulations that
need to be considered. I snared with both Mikes so either of them could fill you in as welt.
My truck gets here tomorrow!!
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
8/26/2009
PRA GSP01 0001055
PRA GSP01 0001056
Unknown
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Friday, April 13, 2007 11:19 AM
gov.sarah@yahoo.com
RE: NGA
I'm on it!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 11:02 AM
To: Kari L Spencer; Todd Palin
Subject: Re: NGA
Would you ask their gov for the packet of info on Travers City so I can plan family
activity around NGA?
Original Message
From: Kari Spencer <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2007 10:52:55
To : gov . sarah@yahoo . com
Subject: RE: NGA
I sent Todd the draft NGA schedule for July. Kari.
PRA GSP01 0001057
Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 10:53 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE. NGA
I sent Todd the draft NGA schedule for July. Kari.
PRA GSP01 0001058
Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 1 0:04 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Talis Colberg
Cc: Todd Palin
Subject: RE: Alaska State Fair and the Governor's schedule
I'll surely get this on the schedule, but is the Haines Fair, or another Fair up North?
May I have the names of the organizers? Thanks!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 9:56 AM
To: Talis Colberg
Cc: Kari L Spencer; Todd Palin
Subject: Re: Alaska State Fair and the Governor's schedule
Heck yes! Let's help put the Ak St Fair back on the map - however I cna help. Todd will
help too. (Not that it was ever OFF the map though.)
Original Message
From: "Talis Colberg" <Talis.Colberg@law. state. ak.us>
Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2007 09:52:07 .
To : <gov . sar ah@yahoo . com>
Cc:"Kari Spencer" <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>
Subject: Alaska State Fair and the Governor's schedule
Dear Governor Palin, On Thursday, August 23 from 4:00 pm to 6:30 put
there will be the annual fair reception which traditionally was the
"Governor's Day Reception". The Alaska State Fair would very much like
to revive the tradition. In fact, in addition to the formal reception,
PRA GSP01 0001059
they would be interested in declaring a "Governor Day". Is this
something you can schedule for August 23? Please let me know and I can
tell them to plan accordingly. Thank-you Talis
PRA GSP01 0001060
Unknown
From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 200710:04 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Talis Colberg
Cc: Todd Palin
Subject: RE: Alaska State Fair and the Governor's schedule
I'll surely get this on the schedule, but is the Haines Fair, or another Fair up North?
May I have the names of the organizers? Thanks!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 9:56 AM
To: Talis Colberg
Cc: Kari L Spencer; Todd Palin
Subject: Re: Alaska State Fair and the Governor's schedule
Heck yes! Let's help put the Ak St Fair back on the map - however I cna help. Todd will
help too. (Not that it was ever OFF the map though.)
Original Message
From: "Talis Colberg" <Talis.Colberg@law. state. ak.us>
Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2007 09:52:07
To : <gov . sarah@yahoo . com>
Cc:"Kari Spencer" <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>
Subject: Alaska State Fair and the Governor's schedule
Dear Governor Palin, On Thursday, August 23 from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm
there will be the annual fair reception which traditionally was the
"Governor's Day Reception". The Alaska State Fair would very much like
to revive the tradition. In fact, in addition to the formal reception,
1
PRA GSP01 0001061
they would be interested in declaring a "Governor Day". Is this
something you can schedule for August 23? Please let me know and I can
tell them to plan accordingly. Thank-you Talis
PRA GSP01 0001062
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Newt Bingham [newton_bingham@dot.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 1 1 :31 AM
To: Maiquis; Remigio C (CED)
Cc: Strickler; Jenny R (CED); Palin; Sarah H (GOV); Kreitzer; Annette (Dept. of Admin); Huggins;
Charlie (LAA); Green; Lyda N (LAA); Green; Lyda N (LAA); Von Scheben; Leo (DOT)
Subject: Proposed Changes to Alaska's Administrative Code Requiring Professional Engineers to
demonstrate "continuing education"
Attached is a letter to you opposing your proposed changes to the Alaska Administrative code requiring
"continuing education" for professional engineers.
Thank you for considering my opinion as an Alaskan
Newton Bingham PE
6/9/2009
PRA GSP01 0001063
April 12, 2007
Jun Maiquis, Regulations Specialist
Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing
Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development
P.O. Box 110806
Juneau, AK 9981 1 -0806
Subject: Proposed Regulation Change to Title 12 of the Alaska Administrative Code 12
AAC 36.500-500-550 Requiring Continuing Education for Professional
Architects, Engineers and Landscape Architects
As a professional engineer, I oppose this proposed regulation.
a. It would be improper for anyone not in the profession to administer this regulation
as they would not be qualified to render proper judgment regarding the training
and whether a licensed professional is not qualified to continue to practice for this
reason.
b. The Department of Administration is not qualified to administer this regulation
and the State should not bear the additional cost of this regulation if no added
value or protection is received by the public. No justification has been advanced
to legislators or the professionals affected enumerating problems that currently
exist, the benefit to the public, and the additional cost incurred to administer this.
c. Existing codes and design procedures are continually upgrading and licensed
professionals are engaged in this process to continue to practice their profession
e.g. National Building Code, State & Municipal Codes, American Association of
State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO), American Society for Testing
& Materials (ASTM), Alaska Test Methods ATM, etc. (I have attached a list of all
those used just in the Alaska Standard Specifications for Highway Construction).
d. As a Regional Materials Engineer in DOT/PF, I am involved in research and the
implementation of it into the current DOT/PF projects. I dont believe that this
would qualify as "continuing education" even though we are improving the
technology used to build roads that will better resist the wear of studded tires and
to design runways that will support aircraft weighing over 1 million pounds.
Bottom line is that your agenda and proposed administrative regulations are not in
alignment with Governor Palin's commitment to Alaskans.
Sincerely
Newton Bingham PE "
Cc Governor Palin
Commissioner Kreitzer
Senator Green
Senator Huggins
Attachment
PRA GSP01 0001064
ALASKA
DEPARTMENT OP TRANSPORTATION
AND
PUBLIC FACILITIES
FOR
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION
2004
PRICE: $25.00
PRA GSP01 0001065
DIVISION 100 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 101
DEFINITIONS AND TERMS
101-1.01 GENERAL. The following terms and definitions apply in these Specifications.' If a term is
not defined, the ordinary, technical, or trade meanings for that term shall apply, within the context
in which it is used.
Titles and headings of sections, subsections, and subparts are intended for convenience of
reference and will not govern their interpretation.
Cited publications refer to the most recent issue, including Interim publications, in. effect on the,
date of the Invitation To Bid, unless specified by year or dale.
These Specifications are written to the Bidder or Contractor. Unless otherwise noted, all actions
required by the specifications are to be performed by the Bidder, the Contractor, or the
Contractor's agent.
Beginning in Division 200 we use Imperative mood and active voice to communicate the
Contractor's responsibilities in a direct and concise manner. Omission of words or phrases such
as "a," "an," "the," "the Contractor shall,* "unless otherwise specified," or "unless otherwise
directed" is intentional. Interpret the Contract as If they were included.
Beginning in Division 200 whenever anything is, or is to be, done, if, as, or, when, or where
"acceptable, accepted, approval, approved, authorized, determined, designated, directed,
disapproved, ordered, permitted, rejected, required, satisfactory, specified, submit, sufficient,
suitable, suspended, unacceptable, unsatisfactory, or unsuitable," the expression Is to be
interpreted as if it were followed by the words "by the Engineer" or "to the Engineer."
101-1.02 ACRONYMS. Acronyms used in the Contract include the following (publications and
plans are italicized}:
AAC Alaska Administrative Coo's
AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
ACI American Concrete Institute
ATTC American Institute of Timber Construction
ANSI American National Standards Institute
AKOSH Alaska Occupational Safety and Health
AS AlaskaStatute
ASDS Alaska Sign Design Spodfications
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing & Materials
ATM Alaska Test Method (see Alaska Test Methods Manual)
ATSSA American Traffic Safety Services Association
AWPA American Wood Preservers Association
AWO American Wire Gage
AWS American Welding Society
AWWA American Water Works Association
CFR Cocte of Federal Regulations
CRSt Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute
DOLWD Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
ALASKA 2004
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section AM
DOT&PF Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities .
EEI Edison Electrical Institute
EIA Electronic Industries Association
FHWA Federal Highway AdminlstraBon
FOP Reld Operating Procedure (see Alaska Test Methods Manual)
FSS Federal Specifications and Standards, General Services Administration
tMSA International Municipal Signal Association
ICEA Insulated Cable Engineers Association
ITE Institute of Transportation Engineers
MRP Mining and Reclamation Plan
MUTCD Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
NEC National Electrical Code
NESC Matfona/SecWcaf Safety Code
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
SSHC C®T8J>FStarKlard Specifications for Highway Construction
SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council
SWPPP Storm Water Pdlutfbn Prevention Pian
UL Underwriters Laboratory
WAOTC Western Alliance for Quality in Transportation Construction (see ATM Manual)
101-1.03 DEFINITIONS.
ADDENDA. Clarifications, corrections, or changes to the Plans, Specifications, or other Contract
documents issued graphically or In writing by the Department after the' advertisement but prior to
bid opening.
ADVERTISEMENT. The public announcement, as required by law, inviting bids for specified work
or materials.
AGREED PRICE An amount negotiated between the Department and the Contractor after
Contract award for additional work performed or additional materials supplied under the Contract
ALASKA TEST METHODS MANUAL. The materials testing manual used by the Department.
Contains Alaska Test Methods, WAQTC Test Methods, WAQTC FOPs for AASHTO Test
Methods, and Alaska Standard Practices for evaluating test results and calibrating testing
equipment
AWARD. Acceptance of the successful bid by the Department The award is effective upon
execution of the Contract by the Contracting Officer.
BASE COURSE. One or more layers of specified material placed on a subbase or subgrade to
support a surface course.
BID. The bidder's offer, on the prescribed forms, to perform the specified work at the prices
quoted
BID BOND. A type of bid guaranty.
BIDDER. An Individual, firm, corporation, Joint venture, or any acceptable combination of
Individuals and entitles submitting a bid for the advertised work.
BID GUARANTY. The security furnished with a bid to guarantee that the bidder will enter into a
contract if the Department accepts the bid.
ALASKA 2004
PRA GSP01 0001067
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Byers, Gail Y (LAW)
From: Newt Bingham [newton_bingham@dot.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 1 1 :31 AM
To: Maiquis; Jun C (CED)
Cc: Strickler; Jenny R (CED); Palin; Sarah H (GOV); Kreitzer; Annette (Dept. of Admin); Huggins;
Charlie (LAA); Green; Lyda N (LAA); Green; Lyda N (LAA); Von Scheben; Leo (DOT)
Subject: Proposed Changes to Alaska's Administrative Code Requiring Professional Engineers to
demonstrate "continuing education"
Attached is a letter to you opposing your proposed changes to the Alaska Administrative code requiring
"continuing education" for professional engineers.
Thank you for considering my opinion as an Alaskan
Newton Bingham PE
6/9/2009
PRA GSP01 0001068
April 12, 2007
Jun Maiquis, Regulations Specialist
Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing
Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development
P.O. Box 110806
Juneau, AK 9981 1-0806
Subject: Proposed Regulation Change to Title 12 of the Alaska Administrative Code 12
AAC 36.500-500-550 Requiring Continuing Education for Professional
Architects, Engineers and Landscape Architects
As a professional engineer, I oppose this proposed regulation.
a. It would be improper for anyone not in the profession to administer this regulation
as they would not be qualified to render proper judgment regarding the training
and whether a licensed professional is not qualified to continue to practice for this
reason.
b. The Department of Administration is not qualified to administer this regulation
and the State should not bear the additional cost of this regulation if no added
value or protection is received by the public. No justification has been advanced
to legislators or the professionals affected enumerating problems that currently
exist, the benefit to the public, and the additional cost incurred to administer this.
c. Existing codes and design procedures are continually upgrading and licensed
professionals are engaged in this process to continue to practice their profession
e.g. National Building Code, State & Municipal Codes, American Association of
Slate Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO), American Society for Testing
& Materials (ASTM), Alaska Test Methods ATM, etc. (I have attached a list of all
those used just in the Alaska Standard Specifications for Highway Construction).
d. As a Regional Materials Engineer in DOT/PF, I am involved in research and the
implementation of it into the current DOT/PF projects. I dont believe that this
would qualify as "continuing education" even though we are improving the
technology used to build roads that will better resist the wear of studded tires and
to design runways that will support aircraft weighing over 1 million pounds.
Bottom line is that your agenda and proposed administrative regulations are not in
alignment with Governor Palin's commitment to Alaskans.
Sincerely
Newton Bingham PE J
Cc Governor Palin
Commissioner Kreitzer
Senator Green
Senator Huggins
Attachment
PRA GSP01 0001069
ALASKA
DEPARTMENT OP TRANSPORTATION
AND
PUBLIC FACILITIES
FOR
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION
2004
PRICE: $25.00
PRA GSP01 0001070
DIVISION 100 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 101
DEFINITIONS AND TERMS
101-1.01 GENERAL. The following terms and definitions apply in these Specifications.- If a term is
not defined, the ordinary, technical, or trade meanings for that term shall apply, within the context
in which it is used.
Titles and headings of sections, subsections, and subparts are intended for convenience of
reference and will not govern their interpretation.
Cited publications refer to the most recent Issue, including interim publications. In effect on the
date of the Invitation To Bid, unless specified by year or date.
These Specifications are written to the Bidder or Contractor. Unless otherwise noted, all actions
required by the specifications are to be performed by the Bidder, the Contractor, or the
Contractor's agent.
Beginning in Division 200 we use imperative mood and active voice to communicate the
Contractor's responsibilities in a direct and concise manner. Omission of words or phrases such
as "a," "an," "the," "the Contractor shall" "unless otherwise specified,' or "unless otherwise
directed" is intentional. Interpret the Contract as if they were included.
Beginning in Division 200 whenever anything is, or is to be, done, if, as, or, when, or where
"acceptable, accepted, approval, approved, authorized, determined, designated, directed,
disapproved, ordered, permitted, rejected, required, satisfactory, specified, submit, sufficient,
suitable, suspended, unacceptable, unsatisfactory, or unsuitable,'' the expression Is to be
interpreted as if it were followed by the words "by the Engineer" or "to the Engineer."
101*1.02 ACRONYMS. Acronyms used in the Contract include the following (publications and
plans are italicized):
AAC Alaska Administrative Code
AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
ACI American Concrete Institute
AITC American Institute of Timber Construction
ANSI American National Standards Institute
AKOSH Alaska Occupational Safety and Health
AS Alaska Statute
ASDS Alaska Sign Design Specifications
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing & Materials
ATM Alaska Test Method (see Alaska Test Methods Manual)
ATSSA American Traffic Safety Services Association
AVYRA American Wood Preservers Association
AWG American Wire Gage
AWS American Welding Society
AWWA American Water Works Association
GFR Code of Federal Regulations
CRSI Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute
DOLWD Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
ALASKA 2004
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SECTION 10^ ;
DOT&PF Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities
EEI Edison Electrical Institute
EIA Electronic Industries Association
FHWA Federal Highway Administration
FOP Field Operating Procedure (see Alaska Test Methods Manual)
FSS Federal Specifications and Standards, General Services Administration
IMSA International Municipal Signal Association
ICEA Insulated Cable Engineers Association
ITE Institute of Transportation Engineers
MRP Mining and Reclamation Plan
MUTCD Manual an Uniform Traffic Control Devices
NEC NaflonaJ Etecfrical Code
NESC National Electrical Safety Coda
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
3AE Society of Automotive Engineers
SSHC DOT&PF Standard SpecfficsCons for Highway Constructfon
SSPC Steal Structures Painting Council
SWPPP StontomterPcMtm Prevention Plan
UL Underwriters Laboratory
WAQTC Western Affiance for Quality in Transportation Construction (see ATM Manual)
101-1.03 DEFINITIONS.
ADDENDA. Clarifications, corrections, or changes to the Plans, Specifications, or other Contract
documents issued graphically or In writing by the Department after the advertisement but prior to
bid opening.
ADVERTISEMENT. The public announcement, as required by law, Inviting bids for specified work
or materials.
AGREED PRICE. An amount negotiated between the Department and the Contractor after
Contract award for additional work performed or additional materials supplied under the Contract
ALASKA TEST METHODS MANUAL. The materials testing manual used by the Department.
Contains Alaska Test Methods, WAQTC Test Methods, WAQTC FOPs for AASHTO Test
Methods, and Alaska Standard Practices for evaluating test results and calibrating testing
equipment
AWARD. Acceptance of the successful bid by the Department The award is effective upon
execution of the Contract by the Contracting Officer.
BASE COURSE. One or more layers of specified material placed on a subcase or subgrade to
support a surface course.
BID, The bidder's offer, on the prescribed forms, to perform the specified work at the prices
quoted.
BID BOND. Atype of bid guaranty.
BIDDER. An Individual, firm, corporation, Joint venture, or any acceptable combination of
individuals and entities submitting a bid for the advertised work.
BID GUARANTY. The security furnished with a bid to guarantee that the bidder will enter into a
contract if me Department accepts the bid.
ALASKA 2004
PRA GSP01 0001072
Re: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a formergovernor; upcomin... Page 1 of 4
Unknown
From: Joe Balash [joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2007 1 1 :24 AM
To: Patrick S Galvin; gov.sarah@yahoo.com; Clark; Christopher G (GOV); fek9wnr@yahoo.com
Cc: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Bitney; John W (LAA);
Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV)
Subject: Re: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a formergovernor; upcoming AP profile
of Tom Irwin
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Original Message
From: Patrick Galvin
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>; Chris Clark; Todd Palin <fek9wnr@yahoo.com>
CC: Joe Balash; Michael Tibbies; Marty Rutherford; Tom Irwin <tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us>; Patrick Galvin; John
Bitney; Meghan Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow <sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us>
Sent: Sat Apr 14 11:16:51 2007
Subject: RE: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a formergovernor; upcoming AP profile of
Tom Irwin
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
-Pat
Original Message
From: "gov.sarah@yahoo.com" <gov.sarah@yahoo.com>
To: "Christopher G Clark" <christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us>; '"Melissa M. Stepovich '"
<melissa_stepovich@gov.state.ak.us>; "Todd Palin" <fek9wnr@yahoo.com>
Cc: "Joseph R Balash" <joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us>; "Michael A Tibbies" <mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us>;
"Martha K Rutherford" <marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us>; "Tom Irwin" <tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us>; "Patrick S
Galvin" <patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us>; "John W Bitney" <john_bitney@gov.state.ak.us>; "Meghan N
Stapleton" <meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>; "Sharon W Leighow" <sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us>;
'"Melanie Lesh'" <melanie_lesh@dnr.state.ak.us>
Sent: 4/14/07 12:55 AM
Subject: Re: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a formergovernor; upcoming AP profile of
Tom Irwin
Go team!
Thanks all, for everything. Amazing efforts all the way around and it'll be all good at the end of the day.
11/10/2009
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I just touched down in Anch. The Phoenix sun was sweet but there's no place like home.
— Original Message —
From: Christopher Clark <christopher_clark@gov.state.ak.us>
Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2007 19:38:51
To: '"Melissa M. Stepovich '" <melissa_stepovich@gov.state.ak.us>
Cc:'Joe Balash' <joe_balash@gov.state.ak.us>,'Michael A Tibbies' <mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us>,'Marty Rutherford'
<marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us>,'Tom Irwin' <tom_irwin@dnr.state.ak.us>,'Patrick Galvin'
<patrick_galvin@revenue.state.ak.us>,'John W Bitney' <john_bitaey@gov.state.ak.us>,'Meghan Stapleton'
<meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us>,'Sharon Leighow' <sharon_leighow@gov.state.ak.us>,'Melanie Lesh'
<melaniejesh@dnr.state.ak.us>
Subject: RE: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a former
governor; upcoming AP profile of Tom Irwin
Thanks, Melissa, for the latest Alliance ... stuff.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
11/10/2009
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Have a good weekend up there in paradise,
Chris
Original Message
From: Melissa M. Stepovich rmailto:melissa steoovich(5).gov.state.ak.usl
Sent: Friday, April 13,2007 10:47 AM
To: John W Bitney; Christopher G Clark
Subject: [Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update for April 13]
I assume you receive these updates, if not enjoy-
Melissa
Alliance Juneau Update
4.13.07
ExxonMobil told House Resources that despite some legislative improvements to House Bill 177 (the Alaska Gasline
Inducement Act, or "AGIA"), the bill overall still doesn't provide sufficient flexibility for prospective license applicants to
put forward meaningful proposals. Rather than prescribing specific requirements, the state should lay out general goals in the
bill and allow applicants flexibility in addressing them.
Martin Massey, company spokesman, praised changes that tighten criteria for selection of a licensee, allow producers to
oppose rolled-in tariffs on pipeline expansions and make the $500 million state grant a bid option rather than a requirement.
11/10/2009
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Re: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a formergovernor; upcomin... Page 4 of 4
Senate Judiciary, meanwhile, focused on issues of judicial review and appeal rights of unsuccessful applicants for the gas
pipeline license envisioned by AGIA. Appeals could delay final award of a license. The Senate's version of AGIA is SB 104.
Under terms of the current Senate version of the bill, the legislature must pass a resolution approving the administration's
award of a license.
Committee members offered differing views. Sen. Bill Wielechowski said consideration of a bill, rather than a resolution,
would reduce appeal options for an unsuccessful licensee. Sen. Lesil McGuire endorsed use of a resolution. Sen. Gene
Therriault said the Legislature should set out requirements in the bill and leave licensing to the administration as part of its
normal executive branch duties.
At a Judiciary hearing Thursday on SB 104, the Alaska Support Industry Alliance testified that upstream fiscal issues need to
be resolved before North Slope producers will make commitments for space in a gas pipeline. "The Alaska Gasline
Inducement Act puts too much emphasis on mitigating the short-term financial risks incurred by pipeline builders and does
too little to address the much longer-term risks of gas shippers," the Alliance said. "For the sake of Alaska's future, the
Alliance urges you not only to determine what terms aren't constitutional, but also to find a mutually beneficial solution that
is."
Alliance Juneau Updates are a service to members & friends of the Alaska Support Industry Alliance. Material is provided by
Alaska Legislative Digest and Alliance staff. For more information, contact mbradner@gci.net.
11/10/2009
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From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
marty rutherford [marty rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Saturday, April 14, 2007 9:29 AM
gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Patrick S Galvin; S R Parnell; Bitney; John
W (LAA); Leighow; Sharon W (GOV); Mike Tibbies; Spencer; Kari L (GOV)
Re: AGIA in Press Availability
Governor, Meghan,
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Marty
gov . sarahoyahoo . com wrote :
> So why haven't they expressed detailed concerns so all may be addressed? And why no
consultants hired by Leg even at this late date?
> Keep up the great work, all. The hard work has just begun and the next month will
obviously be taxing and trying. But exciting, invigorating and successful also. It's why
we're here!
> Original Message
> From: Meghan Stapleton <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>
> Date: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 11:34:01
> To : gov . sarah@yahoo . com , tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak. us, 'Patrick Galvin'
> <patrick_galvin@revenue . state . ak . us> , ' marty rutherford '
> <marty_rutherford@dnr. state. ak. us >, *S Parnell'
> <sr_parnell@gov. state. ak.us>, tom_irwin@dnr . state. ak. us, 'John W
> Bitney' <john_bitney@gov. state. ak.us>
> Cc: 'Sharon Leighow'
> <sharon_leighow@gov . state . ak . us > , meghan_stapleton@gov . state . ak . us
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> Subject: AGIA in Press Availability
>
> Heads -up:
> In the Senator Republican Minority Press Availability, Senator Wilken just said that he
worries AGIA could die from a thousand paper cuts . They need someone other than admin and
producers speaking to them and providing objective thoughts on the issue. More
specifically, consultants designed to assist - like a Pedro van Meurs or Econ 1. There is
a growing sense of frustration that discussion isn't leading to resolution. We have need
for independent advice and it's not available to us right now.
> Senator Wagoner
> I'm suspicious of any bill - why we didn't have consultants available when bill started
through committee process. But last year, when we started the process, we already had
consultants, with PPT legislation, for instance. And I think it cripples the legislative
process that can't be answered in the committee - cripples process. Dire lack of
consultant available in first committee it was in, resources. Not much we can do. We're in
the minority so we can't control, but there's nobody in this legislature that knows enough
to make me comfortable.
> Thanks,
> Meg
> Meghan N. stapleton
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> Communications Director
> Office of Governor Sarah Palin
>
> 907.269.7450 o
>
> 907.269.7463 f
>
> 907.321.4975 c
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Unknown
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2007 8:38 AM
To: Lloyd; Denby S (DFG)
Subject: Predators
Denby: is F and G ready to go with aircraft before snow cover is completely gone?
Just let me know status as I'm being asked about it by rural residents.
Thank you
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From: S R Parnell [sr_parnell@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2007 7:50 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: Fw: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a formergovernor;
upcoming AP profile of Tom Irwin
Thanks for including me on this. It gave me some more insight into
what elements need to stay in the Senate version- -our "must haves" --
assuming I read it right that the House turned them into bid
variables/options.
Original Message
From : gov . sarahOyahoo . com
Date: Saturday, April 14, 2007 0:56 am
Subject: Fw: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a
formergovernor; upcoming AP profile of Tom Irwin
To: Sean Parnell <sr_parnell@gov. state. ak. us >
> Original Message
> From: Christopher Clark <christopher_clark@gov. state. ak.us>
> Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2007 19:38:51
> To: " 'Melissa M. Stepovich '" <melissa_stepovich@gov. state. ak.us>
> Cc:'Joe Balash' <j oe_balash@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Michael A Tibbies'
> <mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Marty Rutherford'
> <marty_rutherford@dnr. state. ak. us >, 'Tom Irwin'
> <tom_irwin@dnr. state. ak.us>, 'Patrick Galvin'
> <patr ick_galvin@revenue . state. ak.us>, 'John W Bitney 1
> <john_bitney@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Meghan Stapleton'
> <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Sharon Leighow'
> <sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us> , 'Melanie Lesh'
> <melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak.us>Subject: RE: Fwd: Alliance Juneau
1
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> Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a former
> governor; upcoming AP profile of Tom Irwin
>
> Thanks, Melissa, for the latest Alliance ... stuff.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
> Have a good weekend up there in paradise,
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>
> Chris
> Original Message
> From: Melissa M. Stepovich
> [raailto : melissa_stepovich@gov . state . ak . us]
> Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 10:47 AM
> To: John W Bitney; Christopher G Clark
> Subject: [Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update for April 13]
> I assume you receive these updates, if not enjoy-
> Melissa
> Alliance Juneau Update
>
> 4.13.07
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> ExxonMobil told House Resources that despite some legislative
> improvements to House Bill 177 (the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act,
> or "AGIA"), the bill overall still doesn't provide sufficient
> flexibility for prospective license applicants to put forward
> meaningful proposals. Rather than prescribing specific
> requirements, the state should lay out general goals in the bill
> and allow applicants flexibility in addressing them.
> Martin Massey, company spokesman, praised changes that tighten
> criteria for selection of a licensee, allow producers to oppose
> rolled- in tariffs on pipeline expansions and make the $500 million
> state grant a bid option rather than a requirement.
>
> Senate Judiciary, meanwhile, focused on issues of judicial review
> and appeal rights of unsuccessful applicants for the gas pipeline
> license envisioned by AGIA. Appeals could delay final award of a
> license. The Senate's version of AGIA is SB 104.
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> Under terms of the current Senate version of the bill, the
> legislature must pass a resolution approving the administration's
> award of a license.
> Committee members offered differing views. Sen. Bill Wielechowski
> said consideration of a bill, rather than a resolution, would
> reduce appeal options for an unsuccessful licensee. Sen. Lesil
> McGuire endorsed use of a resolution. Sen. Gene Therriault said
> the Legislature should set out requirements in the bill and leave
> licensing to the administration as part of its normal executive
> branch duties.
> At a Judiciary hearing Thursday on SB 104, the Alaska Support
> Industry Alliance testified that upstream fiscal issues need to be
> resolved before North Slope producers will make commitments for
> space in a gas pipeline. "The Alaska Gasline Inducement Act puts
> too much emphasis on mitigating the short-term financial risks
> incurred by pipeline builders and does too little to address the
> much longer-term risks of gas shippers," the Alliance said. "For
> the sake of Alaska's future, the Alliance urges you not only to
> determine what terms aren't constitutional, but also to find a
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> mutually beneficial solution that is."
> Alliance Juneau Updates are a service to members & friends of the
> Alaska Support Industry Alliance. Material is provided by Alaska
> Legislative Digest and Alliance staff. For more information,
> contact mbradner@gci.net.
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From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
gov. sarah@yahoo. com
Saturday, April 14, 2007 12:57 AM
PARNELL; S (GOV sponsored)
Fw; Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a formergovemor; upcoming
AP profile of Tom Irwin
Original Message
From: Christopher Clark <christopher_clark@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2007 19:38:51
To: "'Melissa M. Stepovich ' " <melissa_stepovich@gov. state. ak.us>
Cc:'Joe Balash' <joe_balash@gov. state. ak. us >, 'Michael A Tibbies'
<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Marty Rutherford' <marty_rutherf ord@dnr . state. ak.us>, 'Tom
Irwin' <tora_irwin@dnr. state. ak.us>, 'Patrick Galvin'
<patrick_galvin@revenue. state. ak.us>, 'John W Bitney' <john_bitney@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Meghan
Stapleton' <meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Sharon Leighow'
<sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Melanie Lesh' <melanie_lesh@dnr. state. ak.us>
Subject: RE: Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update; Lee Raymond's remarks to a former
governor; upcoming AP profile of Tom Irwin
Thanks, Melissa, for the latest Alliance ... stuff.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
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Have a good weekend up there in paradise,
Chris
Original Message
From: Melissa M. Stepovich [mailto:raelissa_stepovich@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 10:47 AM
To: John W Bitney; Christopher G Clark
Subject: [Fwd: Alliance Juneau Update for April 13]
I assume you receive these updates, if not enjoy-
Melissa
Alliance Juneau Update
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4.13.07
ExxonMobil told House Resources that despite some legislative improvements to House Bill
177 (the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act, or "AGIA"), the bill overall still doesn't provide
sufficient flexibility for prospective license applicants to put forward meaningful
proposals. Rather than prescribing specific requirements, the state should lay out general
goals in the bill and allow applicants flexibility in addressing them.
Martin Massey, company spokesman, praised changes that tighten criteria for selection of a
licensee, allow producers to oppose rolled- in tariffs on pipeline expansions and make the
$500 million state grant a bid option rather than a requirement.
Senate Judiciary, meanwhile, focused on issues of judicial review and appeal rights of
unsuccessful applicants for the gas pipeline license envisioned by AGIA. Appeals could
delay final award of a license. The Senate's version of AGIA is SB 104.
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Under terms of the current Senate version of the bill, the legislature must pass a
resolution approving the administration's award of a license.
Committee members offered differing views. Sen. Bill wielechowski said consideration of a
bill, rather than a resolution, would reduce appeal options for an unsuccessful licensee.
Sen. Lesil McGuire endorsed use of a resolution. Sen. Gene Therriault said the Legislature
should set out requirements in the bill and leave licensing to the administration as part
of its normal executive branch duties.
At a Judiciary hearing Thursday on SB 104, the Alaska Support Industry Alliance testified
that upstream fiscal issues need to be resolved before North Slope producers will make
commitments for space in a gas pipeline. "The Alaska Gasline Inducement Act puts too much
emphasis on mitigating the short-term financial risks incurred by pipeline builders and
does too little to address the much longer-term risks of gas shippers," the Alliance said.
"For the sake of Alaska's future, the Alliance urges you not only to determine what terms
aren't constitutional, but also to find a mutually beneficial solution that is."
Alliance Juneau Updates are a service to members & friends of the Alaska Support Industry
Alliance. Material is provided by Alaska Legislative Digest and Alliance staff. For more
information, contact mbradner@gci.net.
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From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Denby Lloyd [denby_lloyd@fishgame.state.ak.us]
Sunday, April 15, 2007 4:13 PM
'gov.sarah@yahoo.com'
Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
RE: Predators
Governor:
Sorry for the delayed response; I was actually trying to avoid email for much of the
weekend.
As for "aircraft" I assume you are referring to our potential use of helicopters and state
employees to "mop up" at the e nd of this season (remainder of April) . Staff indicate that
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More?
DL.
Denby S . Lloyd
Commissioner
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 115526
Juneau, AK 99811-5526
907-465-4719
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2007 8 : 38 AM
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To: Denby S Lloyd
Subject: Predators
Denby: is F and G ready to go with aircraft before snow cover is completely gone?
Just let me know status as I'm being asked about it by rural residents.
Thank you
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From: John Katz [jwkatz@ALASKADC.org]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 12:12 PM
To: Tibbies; Michael A (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV); Governor Sarah Palin
Cc: Rutherford; Marty K (DNR); Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Perez; Linda J (GOV); Stapleton; Meghan N (GOV)
Subject: Larry Persily/DC Governor's Office
I am pleased to let you know that Larry Persily has accepted the Palin
administration's offer of employment in the DC office. He will start in
about three (3) weeks.
I am quite excited. I won't say it publicly, but I think that Larry, in
conjunction with Sam Bishop, Allison Nyholm, and our support staff, gives us
the best team we've had in my time here. Alaska is facing some significant
challenges in DC, and the new group, along with our colleagues in Alaska,
helps provide the capacity to prevail.
Thanks very much for working with me to recruit Larry and Sam. Meg, Larry
and I would like to Work with you on a press release, as was the case with
your release announcing Sam's appointment.
Please note that my email address has changed. My new email address is
jwkatz@,alaskadc.org . Thank you .
11/10/2009
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 6:21 PM
To: Frye; Ivy J (GOV)
Subject: Re: Health Council
how about todd and ed being honorary CO-CHAIRS... Todd's cool with that!
i'll answer more later
Ivy Frye <ivyJrye@gov.state.ak.us> wrote:
I met with Commissioner Jackson this afternoon re: the Health Council. I shared with her the
changes we were going to make and we seem to be on the same page. I need to follow up with
you guys about a couple of things.
1 ) The honorary chair (whether we're going with Ed Rasmussen, Todd or someone else)
2) The fill -in for Comm Jackson when she can't attend meetings (she was thinking
Privilege<|). Sne described it as a non-voting, management of the board role.
Privileged or
Privileged or Pe fr o m thelPrivileged or Pelapplied today. Privileged or followed up w/an email
that sajdjp rjviiegec was the name that pri^ as sending forward Do you still want me to c heck in
with |PriviK? Comm Jackson said there may be a conflict hav ing lPrivileged or Personal It
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted What do you think?
4) Do we want to announce this on Wednesday at the cabinet meeting or wait until Friday? I
think we should announce the names sometime this week b/c people have been exceptionally
inquisitive about when the Health Council will be up and running.
5) Pnvile j s no t interested in the position (E.D. of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Advisory Council),
although she's holding out for employment She has an interview w/ Bill Hogan tomorrow for a
different position. I'll forward on her email.
6) There are two question marks on the board and then we should be wrapped up. We are
looking for behavioral health people (1 from FBX and 1 from Mat-Su). We are actively searching
but if either of you have anybody in mind just let me know and I'll get a hold of them.
Thank you for your time. I know this is long!
Ivy Frye
Director of Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
(907) 465-3500 office
(907) 465-8110 fax
Ahhh...imagining that irresistible "new car" smell?
Check out new cars at Yahoo! Autos.
11/10/2009
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From: paul fuhs [paulfuhs@earthlink.net]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 9:45 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Bitney; John W (GOV); Rutherford; Martha K (DNR);
Patrick S Galvin; Irwin; Tom E (DNR); Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Todd Palin
Subject: Urgent
Sarah et al, I am getting more info from my clients saying the oil industry
is really gearing up local "business leaders" to oppose AGIA. They are
having a big lunch this week all organized by Jim Jansen from Lynden (one of
our arch enemies in the campaign) I am suggesting a press conference by
sarah in advance of this saying she is aware this is going on and that the
boards of these organizations need to consider the will of the people before
they take any traitorous actions.
The election was a referendum on the stranded gas act and the producers
monopoly over the gasline and the people clearly spoke. This clearly is a
turning point for Alaska, just like wally said in his oped on Sunday. The
choice will be whether alaska charts its own destiny or whether we will be
dictated to by outside corporations, just like we were when the outiside
fish companies controlled alaska. That's why we fought for statehood in the
first place.
They will pull out all the guns for the finance committees which will be our
toughest committees. I have heard they are planning to fly in employees and
other businesses to testify.
I will write more as I hear it.
Paul fuhs
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 9:05 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: State Employee Recognition
It is news to me that we would postpone due to AGIA. Things may be hot and heavy with the
many closeout items prior to the legislative adjournment but I do not see why we could not
do a short event. It would help the executive branch employee's morale.
Mike
Original Message
From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com [mailto:gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 4:15 PM
To: Annette Kreitzer; Mike Tibbies
Subject: Re: State Employee Recognition
Haven't heard anything about postponement. Ill ask tibbles
Original Message
From: "Kreitzer, Annette \(Dept. of Admin\)" <Annette_Kreitzer@admin. state. ak.us>
Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2007 16:12:28
To : <gov . sarahSyahoo . com>
Subject: State Employee Recognition
Governor:
I've been told that your scheduling and press folks would like to postpone the Governor's
Denali Peak Awards due to concerns about stepping on stories about AGIA during the week of
May 9. May 9th is Employee Recognition Day. With all due respect - this event isn't
going to be eagerly covered by the press anyway. We're hopeful next year that it is, but
we're realistic for this year. Would you reconsider with the understanding that the event
is more important to the employees than to the press - the plan would be for you to be in
Juneau and I would be in the ANC location to hand out awards (since employees are
nominated from all across the State) . Since we have closed nominations, we don't want to
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lose the momentum we already have, by delaying until after session.
I questioned whether employees really would care about this kind of a program before we
got into it and was assured they do care. Your and my presence will make a difference and
it's one small thing we can do, while we get better information about our recruitment and
retention problems.
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On that note: I'll be coming to you after session to ask about
Privileged or Personal Materi
With regard to contract negotiations, you know we have settled two of the eight contracts
I will work the Finance Committees with John Bitney and whoever else to get the funding
As I've been telling Mike Tibbies, [ Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Privileged or Pers We' re working to quantify what it all
I'm just giving you a neads up on what I'm thinking as we get through the session
means .
and focus our efforts on these other Issues (after PERS/TRS)
Thanks for your consideration.
ak
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From: Erika Fagerstrom [erika_fagerstrom@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 1 6, 2007 1 1 :38 AM
To: Governor Sarah Palin (GOV sponsored); Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Nizich; Michael A (GOV)
Subject: RE: Other
Sorry, but we don't have his pants here!
The story is that Charles Lindbergh was a guest at the House and needed his pants ironed,
so he asked Mrs. Hickel if the housekeeper/staff would press them. She ironed them
herself; since she was too embarrassed to let him know that she didn't have a housekeeper.
My understanding is that he took his pants with him... :)
Erika
Original Message
From: Governor Sarah Palin [mailto:governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 4:41 PM
To: 'Erika Fagerstrom'; 'Kari Spencer'; 'Mike Nizich'
Subject: FW: Other
Is this a joke?
-Michelle
Original Message
From: WebMailOgov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2007 3:25 PM
To: governorSgov. state. ak. us
Sub j ect : Other
Web mail from: Mr. Ray Imel
address: 309 B Street Douglas AK 99824
MESSAGE:
I know it sounds a bit far-fetched but I am concerned about the status of Charles
Lindbergh's Pants. I
know, I know, there are many more pressing issues, but if I remember correctly, they are
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kept in the
Governor's Mansion, and aired and ironed periodically. I remember the last time the media
reported on the
condition of the pants was during the Hickel administration. I am not sure, but I believe
they are
khakis. Please don't spend any of your time on this but if you can delegate it, I would
sleep a little
easier.
Many thanks,
Ray Imel
imel@gci.net
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From: Joe Balash [Joe_Balash@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 1 6, 2007 1 0:28 AM
To: 'govpalin@gov.state.ak.us'; Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Mason; Janice L (GOV)
Cc: "Martha Fischbach'
Subject: I am carrying the hardcopy down right now...
8/26/2009
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From: Ivy Frye [lvy_Frye@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 5:51 PM
To: Mike Tibbies; gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: FW: Your call re: DHSS position
The email from Cathy Giessel.
From: Cathy Giessel [mailto:cgiessel@mac.com]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 3:39 PM
To: Ivy Frye
Cc: mike tibbles
Subject: Your call re: DHSS position
Hi Ivy,
Thank you for your call earlier today.
Privileged or Personal Material Redacted
Best regards,
Cathy Giessel, MS, ANP, FAANP
cgiessel@mac.com
12701 Ridgewood Road
Anchorage, AK 99516-2934
242 5450 (c)
8/26/2009
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 1 6, 2007 1 :05 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Persily
I found him. He is still listed as editorial page editor.
Email:
lpersily@adn.com
Website:
http://www.adn.com/company/help/newsroom/
8/26/2009
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From: Mike Tibbies [mike_tibbles@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 1 6, 2007 1:05 PM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: Persily
I found him. He is still listed as editorial page editor.
Email:
lpersily(5>.adn.com
Website:
http://www.adn.com/company/help/newsroom/
8/25/2009
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From: Kari Spencer [kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 10:00 AM
To: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Subject: FW: Barrow
Importance: High
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 9:57 AM
To: 'Kari Spencer'
Subject: RE: Barrow
We / and they certainly can't set the agenda until we know if the Governor is going to be there.
The trip will not happen at all without the Governor because the LG was already there and it does
us little good to send the Cmsr w/o the Governor. However, that being said, the main event would
be an AGIA town hall meeting. I know that Barrow residents and NS Borough residents would have
other ideas, too - including a luncheon function, a whaling function (just to snowmachine and see a
camp or two). It will accomplish, at the very least, an AGIA resolution promoting passage and good
will among the residents who were very excited the first time around. If the Governor goes, Cmsr.
Irwin and Joe Balash would go. They are available on these dates - Fairbanks on Thursday and
Barrow on Friday.
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 9:23 AM
To: 'Meghan Stapleton'
Subject: RE: Barrow
Importance: High
Before we go forward, the Governor wants to know what the agenda is, who else is going, and what will it
accomplish for her to go out there? Please advise!
Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
From: Meghan Stapleton [mailto:meghan_stapleton@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 8:45 AM
To: 'Kari Spencer"
8/28/2009
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Subject: Barrow
Can I move forward with the Barrow trip? Did you receive any other feedback to the contrary from
the Governor?
Meghan N. Stapleton
Communications Director
Office of Governor Sarah Palin
907.269.7450 o
907.269.7463 f
907.321.4975 c
8/28/2009
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From: Bruce Anders [bruce_anders@dnr.state.ak. us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 1 7, 2007 2:42 PM
To: Sarah Palin
Cc: Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Joseph R Balash
Subject: Sheri Buretta Meeting
Governor,
Yesterday Tom and I had an extraordinary meeting with the ANSCA Regional Corps/CEO Group, the
President of which, as you know, is Sheri Buretta. The meeting went very well and we answered some
tough questions. These folks are smart - and invested in this. I received calls from CEOs this morning,
thanking us and seeking more information. It was very encouraging.
An AGIA endorsement from them would be vitally important, because:
(1) this group collectively controls $5 billion in revenue and $3.5 billion in assets, employing over 3,000
Alaska Natives,
(2) they represent the collective voice of nearly every Alaskan Native,
(3) an ANCSA corporation endorsement would rock the producers from their aggressive anti-AGIA stance
after hearing that the companies and subsidiaries that do the lion's share of the oilfield servicing on the
slope backed AGIA, and
(4) an expression of support for AGIA from one of these individuals to his or her legislators would carry
huge sway.
The group promised further discussion. Particularly encouraging was Mark Kroloff echoing our insistence
upon the importance of AGIA's expansion provisions, reminding the others that through the 7(i) sharing
program, their collective wealth rose and fell with the success of getting gas reserves beneath
ASRC/Doyon/CIRI/NANA turf into the pipe.
I've had long chats with both Sheri and Mary Ann Pease, both of whom had previously planned to be in
Juneau all day Thursday. Sheri says they would be willing to change their plans and come tomorrow (on
the 1 1 :40 flight), in order to try to catch you before you left tomorrow evening. Do you think you'd have
time to squeeze them in?
Bruce
11/10/2009
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From: Sarah Palin [gov.sarah@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 1 7, 2007 1 0:45 AM
To: Martha K Rutherford; Tom E Irwin; Balash; Joseph R (GOV); Patrick S Galvin
Subject: Re: [Fwd: RE: ANCSA CEO's resolution on AGIA?]
The sooner the better... hopefully this comes through, thanks so much!
marty ruthetford<marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.u^> wrote:
Things look good, although it doesn't sound as if we will get a
resolution of support before early next week.
Marty
Original Message
Subject: RE: ANCSA CEO's resolution on AGIA?
Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2007 08:17:19 -0800
From: Kroloff, Mark
To: Marty Rutherford
Sorry I missed this yesterday, Marty — the CEO meeting ran late and
then I dashed straight to another one and never got back to my own
office. I thought the meeting went particularly well. Tom was very
effective. The CEOs plan to meet again to consider a resolution. A
draft is to be circulated by Friday. I think there is a good chance of
some support, thought there are a few in the group with strong producer
ties who will need to think carefully. The group is aware of the timing
and I think we'll get them there.
Original Message
From: Marty Rutherford [mailto:marty_rutherford@dnr.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 4:50 PM
To: Kroloff, Mark
Subject: ANCSA CEO's resolution on AGIA?
Mark,
Tom Irwin felt he was very warmly received by the ANCSA Corp CEO's. I'm
hoping that results in a supportive resolution soon. What was your take
on the meeting and do you think it will result in a resolutuion of
support? And, if so, how quickly do you think it might emerge? I'm
sitting with the Governor discussing this as I write this e-mail.
Also, thanks for your help on the Governor's speaking notes!
Marty
Ahhh...imagining that irresistible "new car" smell?
Check out new cars at Yahoo! Autos.
11/10/2009
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From: gov.sarah@yahoo.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2007 2;09 PM
To: Kristina Y Perry; Spencer; Kari L (GOV); Meghan N Stapleton; Sharon W Leighow; Michael A
Tibbies; Michael A Nizich; John W Bitney; Michelle A Fabrello; Erika Fagerstrom; Lynne M
Smith; Joseph R Balash; Kim; Anna C (GOV); Russell T Kelly; Frye; Ivy J (GOV); Lieutenant
Governor Sean Parnell
Cc: Sharon K Busch; Janice L Mason; Kelly L Clifton; Gary R Wheeler; John S Stephenson
Subject: Re: Upcoming speeches! Please let me know who is responsible!
There really is no reason to drag anyone up to glennallen - unless its technical
subsistence questions to be answered up there.
Original Message
From: Kris Perry <kris_perry@gov. state. ak.us>
Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2007 14:00:28
To: 'Kari Spencer' <kari_spencer@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Meghan N Stapleton'
<meghan_stapleton@gov. state. ak.us>,sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us, 'Michael A Tibbies'
<mike_tibbles@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Mike Nizich' <mike_nizich@gov. state. ak.us>, 'John Bitney 1
<john_bitney@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Michelle Fabrello 1
<michelle_fabrello@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Erika Fagerstrom'
<erika_fagerstrom@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Lynne Smith' <lynne_smith@gov. state. ak.us>,
joe_balash@gov. state. ak. us, 'Anna Kim' <anna_kim@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Russ Kelly'
<russ_kelly@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Ivy Frye' <ivy_frye@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Lieutenant Governor
Sean Parnell' <Lt_Governor@gov . state. ak. us >
Cc: 'Sharon Busch' < sharon_busch@gov. state. ak. us >, 'Janice Mason'
<janice_mason@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Kelly Clifton' <kelly_clifton@gov. state. ak.us>, 'Gary
Wheeler' <gary_wheeler@gov. state. ak.us>, 'John S Stephenson'
< j ohn_stephenson@dps . state . ak . us>
Subject: RE: Upcoming speeches! Please let me know who is responsible!
Kari & all,
I'll plan on staffing the Governor on Thursday in Glennallen and the events in Anchorage &
Wasilla this weekend.
Kris
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From: Kari Spencer [mailto:kari_spencer@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2007 12:06 PM
To: "Meghan NStapleton 1 ; sharon_leighow@gov. state. ak. us; 'Michael A Tibbies' ; 'Mike
Nizich',- ' John Bitney' ,• 'Michelle Fabrello'; 'Erika Fagerstrom' ; 'Kris Perry'; "Lynne
Smith'; joe_balash@gov. state. ak. us,- 'Anna Kim'; 'Russ Kelly'; 'Ivy Frye'; 'Lieutenant
Governor Sean Parnell '
Cc: 'Sharon Busch'; 'Janice Mason'; 'Kelly Clifton'; 'Gary Wheeler'; 'John S Stephenson'
Subject: Upcoming speeches! Please let me know who is responsible!
Importance : High
This is a list of the upcoming speeches for the Governor. Please remember she likes her
speeches at least 24 hours in advance so she can edit them! May we please establish who
is writing the speech, and who is accompanying/staffing the Governor to the event if
needed?
April 19: Glennallen
11:00am to high school students at high school; 15 min then Q&A
1:00pm Keynote to Glennallen community
NOTE: Subsistence will come up — should a subsistence spokesperson accompany the Governor?
Contact: Ken Johns: 227-3341
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April 21, KIDSAFE at Egan Center
11:20am Proclamation and speech
April 21, Prudential Spirit of Community/Student recognition, also Presidential awards
6:00pm at Changepoint Center, Anchorage
April 21, AK Moose Federal Speech (Nizich and Denby Lloyd)— Todd Palin will accompany
Governor
7:00pm in Wasilla
April 22, Juneau Prayer Lunch (Erika, what does the Governor need for this, does she have
a speaking part?)
1:00pm at Centennial Hall
April 23, 11:00am Press Conference with Jay Hein, White House Faith Based
April 23, 11:30am Gov's Volunteer Awards
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April 23, 2:00pm Alaska Coin Unveiling Event at Alaskamint
April 28, Juneau NRA Banquet, (prayer and opening remarks?)
May 3, Fairbanks Rotary at Noon
May 3 1:30 DARE Graduation at Ft. Wainwright
May 3, 7:30pm Drop puck at FBX USAH Jr. National Hockey Tournament (short welcome remarks)
May 4: BARROW— AGIA
May 7, Skagway Reception
May 9, 11:45am Keynote Speaker in Juneau at Native Issues Forum at ANB Hall
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Kari Spencer
Governor's Scheduler
907-465-3986 phone; 907-465-3889 fax
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From: Governor Sarah Palin [governor@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Tuesday, April 1 7, 2007 1 1 :50 AM
To: ben.petersdorff@wainwright.army.mil
Subject: RE: Other
Thank you for writing to Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. The concerns, opinions, and/or
information you
have sent are important and valuable to the Governor. Although she is unable to respond
to each and
every email herself, your message has been received and is being reviewed by the
appropriate staff person
in this office who can best address your need, suggestion, or comment .
Original Message
From: WebMail@gov. state. ak. us [mailto:WebMail@gov.state.ak.us]
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 10:59 AM
To: governorOgov. state. ak. us
Subject: Other
Web mail from: Mr. Ben Petersdorff
address: 3194 Brookview Lane North Pole AK 99705
MESSAGE :
Governor I am not sure that this is the right avenue for this, but I would like to apply
for the DMV
Director position. Have been asked by several employees to apply, mainly because of the
director you now
have. I would love the opportunity to sit down and talk to you about the position. I
have the
education, background, and experience to put the division back on track.
I will attempt to attach my resume to this comment card!
Sincerely,
Ben Petersdorff
907-353-2096
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Bernard A. Petersdorff
3194 Brookview Lane
North Pole, AK 99705
Home: (907) 488-0804/Msg: (907) 590-2216
Kmail: petesplace@acsalaska.net
OBJECTIVE
To obtain the Director's position with the DMV.
SUMMARY OP QUALIFICATIONS
Twenty- six years experience in Management /Administration with the U.S. Military.
Master of Arts in Business Organizational Management.
Over eight years of experience in DMV.
Performed ACAP site Manager duties for three years.
Expertise in Training and Development.
RELEVANT SKILLS AND ABILITIES
MANAGEMENT
Extensive career experience managing personnel, training and administrative
functions.
Performed ACAP Site Manager Duties in the absence of assigned manager.
Program Administrator for Artie Slope World Services; managed finance, accounting,
contract
administration, purchasing, administered training program, and personnel functions for the
program .
Managed Fairbanks Office of Department of Motor Vehicles; supervised staff including
driver
examiners, motor vehicle representatives, accountant and commissioned agents in remote
communities.
Experience in grant-writing and budget development; monitored expenses to ensure
budgetary
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compliance and fiscal responsibility.
Participated in reengineering of the Alaska Department of Motor Vehicles to ensure
efficient and
effective operations while maintaining high standards of customer service.
Ability to work effectively with organizational management, legislators and
government officials,
coordinate with other agencies, interact effectively with staff and serve the general
public.
Researched, designed and managed resources for continuous organizational development
and
improvement .
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Extensive Personnel experience at both the technical and management levels during a
career with
the U.S. Air Force.
Recruited, selected, interviewed, trained and evaluated employee performance;
ensured all
personnel actions were in accordance with union agreements.
Planned and developed safety/security program for Fairbanks Department of Motor
Vehicles.
Conducted Wage and hour Surveys with like industries in the Fairbanks area to adjust
wage scale .
Represented organization with union officials; set up bridging agreement with the
labor union
during the contract transition from Lockheed Martin to Artie Slope World Services.
Supervised employees that were members of the largest union within the Alaska State
Government
while Office Manager for the Fairbanks DMV: experience in working with unions to resolve
employee
grievances .
Drafted, reviewed and revised job descriptions; determined job series and pay
structure .
Knowledge of various national and state regulations and programs affecting
employment practices;
EEO/Affirmative Action Officer for organization.
Administered employee benefit programs including 401K, medical, dental and vision.
Bernard A. Petersdorff
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TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Adjunct Faculty Member for Wayland Baptist University - School of Business; instruct
students on
marketing, organizational management, managerial communications, organizational behavior,
ethics,
strategic management, small business administration and entrepreneurship .
As Instructor of Professional Military Education, planned and delivered classroom
instruction in
a wide range of professional areas. Taught courses in written and oral communication,
administrative
procedures, affirmative action, substance abuse, leadership and supervision and cross-
cultural behavior.
Experience in developing lesson plans according to course curriculum and test
construction/analysis .
Conducted workshops for vehicle dealerships and lending institutions on motor
vehicle regulations
and titling and registering of new or used vehicles.
Certified as "Train the Trainer" for the Department of Motor Vehicles in "Excellence
in Customer
Service" .
ADMINISTRATION
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to explain
complex rules and
regulations .
Strong background in quality control in the areas of technical training and
performance .
Experienced ACAP Counselor and trained to fill in for CIM during her absence.
Experience with microcomputers using word processing, spreadsheets and data base
software.
Assisted in business development and research for contract.
Received, generated, and coordinated correspondence and documents relating to
contract
administration; administered program- specific personnel policies.
Planned, developed and implemented administrative and organizational policies and
procedures .
Prepared management reports and evaluated organizational effectiveness.
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