The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities proposes to extend Lease ADA-71160 (Utility Item 20 & 21 & Parcel F), consisting of approximately 359,819.20 square feet, at Kotzebue Airport for an additional 10 years, to expire September 30, 2023.  Applicant:  FAA.  Annual rent:  $0.  Authorized uses:  aviation – Operate & maintain Glide Slope site and Runway Visual Range Facility.

This is an application filed under AS 02.15.090(c), which allows the Department to grant the proposed lease extension without competition.  Written comments must be received by 4:30 p.m., July 30, 2014, after which the Department will determine whether or not to extend the lease.  The Department’s decision will be sent only to persons who submit written comment or objection to the Department, at the address and by the date and time specified in this notice, and include their return address.  Information is available from Mike McCarroll, Aviation Leasing, 2301 Peger Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709-5399, (907) 451-2849.  Anyone needing hearing impaired accommodation may call TDD (907) 451-2363.

The Department reserves the right to correct technical defects, term, or purposes and may reject any or all comments.