The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities proposes to change the authorized uses of Lease ADA-72722, Parcel G consisting of approximately 2,500 square feet, at Kivalina Airport. Applicant: Unicom, Inc. (GCI). Annual rent: $625.00 and any other associated fees. Authorized uses: non-aeronautical - Communication equipment placement of a cable landing site (CLS) shelter and associated back-up generators for passive and active telecom equipment located in the CLS shelter; operation of a 56' monopole communications tower. The CLS shelter, back-up generators and 56' monopole communications and associated antennas and associated cabinet equipment platform is in support of improved cell phone and internet service in the region.
Written comments must be received by 4:30 p.m., October 20, 2025, after which the Department will determine whether or not to amend 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 Johnna Merculief, Aviation Leasing, 2301 Peger Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709-5399, (907) 451-2849. Anyone needing hearing impaired accommodations may contact Relay Alaska at 711 for assistance.
The Department reserves the right to correct technical defects, term, or purposes and may reject any or all comments.