The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities proposes to extend Land Lease ADA-72103 (Lot 7A, Block 21), consisting of approximately 35,000 square feet, at Gulkana Airport for an additional 5 years, to expire October 1, 2029. Applicant: National Park Service. Annual rent: $4,585.00 and any other associated fees. Authorized uses: aeronautical – operation and maintenance of the existing hangar with office space for the District Ranger Station for the Wrangell – St. Elias National Park; parking, aircraft tie-down; maintenance and fueling of the Lessee’s aircraft; storage of fuel for Lessee’s use only; parking for guests and employee vehicles; and, subject to Article XII, subleasing of the facility or a portion thereof for aviation use to government and non-government entities.

This is an application filed under AS 02.15.090(c), which allows the Department to grant the proposed lease term extension without competition. Written comments must be received by 4:30 p.m., September 10, 2024, 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 Kim Swenson, Aviation Leasing, 2301 Peger Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709-5399, (907) 451-5227. 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.