The Boys & Girls is having a Garage Sale on Saturday, May 31st. Hours 10:00-1:00 @ Seward Elementary School. Proceeds are for H.S. Scholarship Fund. We have several H.S. students who volunteer more than 50 hours during the school year and we would like to recogize these individuals who give up their free time afterschool.

Seward Senior Center

336 3rd Ave

224-5604 

Lunch Everyday At Noon

Monday 6/2

1-3 – Summer League Wii Bowling

Tuesday 6/3

Movie @ 12:45 ~ In the Underground Theatre

Wednesday 6/4

National Caregiver Support Group meets @ 12

Beginners Wii Bowling 1-3   Sign-Up to learn!

Thursday 6/5

1-3 – Summer League Wii Bowling

Friday 6/6

Plant & Pastry Sale

10-2 on the Sidewalk

The Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Program is having their semi-annual garage sale on Saturday, May 31. It starts at 9AM and goes until 1PM. We have tons of stuff for sale. We will also be getting a generous donation of furniture from the Hotel Seward….Thanks, Mary and Mark! Lots of clothes, collectibles and other interesting items. You never know what you will find! Drop off of donations is welcome. All of the proceeds are for the benefit of local victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. This is a great community and we have always felt supported!

Twenty Four, unmarked 55 gallon drums were discovered last week on City property.  Some of the barrels were tipped over and others were upright.  The location of the dumping took place at mile 3.3 of Nash Road on the west side of the road.  The contaminated materials may include used oils and/or transmission fluid.  These drums appear to have been dumped within the past year.  The City of Seward is soliciting community input to help us gather more information and offering a $5000 award for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the responsible individual(s).  If you have any information, please contact Tom Clemons, Chief of Police (907) 224-4023.

Reminder!  Dr. Jack Hickel will be in Seward to share his experiences while working in one of the darkest and most remote corners in Africa.  His compelling story focuses on projects to dig wells and build a health center in an extremely remote and impoverished village in southern Sudan.   The village is suffering the effects of 20 years of civil war, malnutrition, and infectious diseases.  There is no clean water, sanitation, roads, electricity or infrastructure.  Join us to learn about Dr. Hickel’s challenging work to help this village. 

 Friday, May 30, 2008

7 pm

Rae Building, Third Ave. across from Seaview Call 224-2836 for more information

Seward City Council Meeting Action Agenda

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

The following Item for Reconsideration was approved:

Ordinance 2008-011, Amending Seward City Code, Chapter 9.15, Health And Safety, Adopting The 2006 Edition Of The International Fire Code (IFC), Including Revisions.

The following ordinance was introduced and set for a public hearing on June 9, 2008:

Non-Code Ordinance 2008-015, Appropriating Funds To Make Expenditures Which Could Influence The Outcome Of An Election Concerning A Ballot Proposition Addressing A Biennial Budget In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,500.

The following resolutions were approved:

Resolution 2008-044, Authorizing Payment To The Alaska Railroad In The Amount Of $11,633.00 As Lease For A Portion Of The Transmission Line From ARRC Mile Post 23 To 23.75.

Resolution 2008-045, Authorizing The City Manager To Pay A Deposit To Valley Power Systems, Inc. Toward The Purchase Of One (1) Rebuilt EMD Generator Set, Rated At 2865KWE, For An Amount Not To Exceed $112,500.00.

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Early reports are, the road to Exit Glacier is now open up to the parking and visitors center. Thank you to the Park Service for getting this done for us.

To the Nuclear Power Discussion Attendees:

At the April 16, 2008 Nuclear Power Discussion the community asked a lot of questions about the feasibility of Nuclear Power in Seward, the Nuclear Power Plant logistics and how energy was handled in Seward. Attached are answers to many of your questions and the Emergency Planning, Physical Security and Seismic White Papers for your review. The attached information is also available at www.cityofseward.net in the News section.

If you have any other comments, questions or concerns about nuclear power please contact me at (907)224-4065 or abailey@cityofseward.net.  

nuclear-power-questions-and-answers.pdf

physical-security-whitepapers.pdf

seismic-whitepapers.pdf

emergency-planning-whitepapers.pdf

News flash: Just found out that we will have reindeer, bratwurst, polish, and beef sausages opening day (June 12th)!!

* Seward Bigs and Littles helped serve food at the annual Military Appreciation picnic on May 17th. Big Brothers Big Sisters would like to thank the Chamber of Commerce for inviting them to participate in this event.

* After the picnic, Bigs and Littles met up for ice cream at the Creamery to enjoy the beautiful weekend weather we had.

* Big Brothers Big Sisters currently has 13 Little Brothers and Sisters waiting to be matched with a Big. Do you have an hour a week to get to know and be a mentor to a great kid? If you are interested in learning more about the programs we offer please call Beth Klein at (907) 263-2029, toll free (877) 575-2227 or email at beth.klein@bbbs.org. Thanks!

We want to thank the following organizations, businesses and individuals who continue to support our scholarship program. Your support is overwhelming!

Congratulations,

Graduates!

There’s a buzzing in my ears, a light in my eyes.  My forehead is beginning to tingle with a strange sensation as I watch, with head pressed against glass, as my dinner dances slowly, circling around the immaculate white cube, rising and falling as jets of steam issue forth with a symphonic simplicity that warms my heart.  My stomach becomes impatient, reminding me of my purpose as the heady aroma of “Cauliflower Surprise” wafts through the vent.  I step back to watch the clock tick, four…three…two…one…

     I am microwaving my dinner.

     Now before you scoff at my culinary antics, let me remind you that this is no Hungry Man we’re nukin’ here. Think you could resist “Scallops and Mushrooms in Wine Sauce” or “Crown Roast of Pork with Rice and Sausage Stuffing” ?  Quite the leap from a Velveeta Spam Delight now isn’t it?  (Where do you live?  I’m coming over for dinner.)

     But putting the Alabama “Honey, not those pajamas!” food aside, there are some recipes in the book I have for you today that would leave even Emeril speechless. But don’t take my word for it.  We’re talking the straight gospel from Margie “The Microwhiz” Kreschollek here.  Couple that with a certified “goof-proof” game plan and I’d say life’s a jar of peach micro-jam.(Honest! Page 237, check it out).

     Suddenly, love is in the air. 

     So if you’ve been wanting to invite that special someone over for dinner but your “Kiss the Chef” apron has been collecting dust for some time now, I think you know what to do. Three minutes at Power 7, stirring halfway through, wait for the magic bell, cool, garnish and serve. 

     And please, don’t forget the flowers.

Ryan Reynolds can be found at the Library, smelling old books and sometimes wearing argyle socks.  He can be reached at (907) 224-4082 or rreynolds@cityofseward.net.

Sarah M. Wottlin CMT, has recently moved back to Seward and is currently practicing massage therapy under the name, New Moon Therapeutics.  She is located in a home office in Questa Woods.  Wottlin attended a comprehensive massage school, Health Works Institute, in Bozeman, Mont.  She is nationally certified through the National Certification Board for Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), and an American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) member.  Wottlin facilitates a healthy environment for community members.  It is her mission to foster the well being of individuals, and in turn strengthen the community in which they live.  Wottlin offers an integrative treatment blending Swedish, Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Therapy, Asian, and Sports massage.  Every session is specifically tailored to meet the individual client’s needs.  For more information about New Moon Therapeutics, call (907)491-3155.   

Seward Ranger District has 2 events scheduled for National Trails Day.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4TH: Ptarmigan Ck C.G. (mile 23 1/2 Seward Hwy) day use area. This event is geared towards toddlers to upper elementary aged participants and their care-givers.

A variety of nature crafts and activities are planned to help get youth excited about being outdoors. Bring a sandwich and water, healthy snacks have been donated. Please call Irene Lindquist 288-7748 for additional information.

SATURDAY, JUNE 7th join the Seward Ranger District Trail Crew and the Arctic Bike Club’s Mountain Bike Division on a bike ride that includes removing fallen trees from across the Russian Lakes Trail.

Meet at the Cooper Landing Post Office at 10 am. From there we will shuttle to the Upper Russian lakes Trailhead. This is an advanced ride 21.7 miles to the Lower Russian Lakes Trailhead. Work of cutting and removing trees is difficult and very physical.

Bring a lunch, water, work goves, eye protection, helmet. The Trail Crew will provide ear plugs, handsaws and guidance.

For additional information please call Stephen Hmurciak, 288-7713.

My husband and I lost our faithful companion of 18 years, our little dog Chloe’.  Our local veterinarian, Dr. Matt Hall and his fiance’ and assistant, Donna, helped us let her go with dignity.  Losing a pet is horrific for us pet lovers and having to decide it is the time is almost unbearable.  Having someone willing to come to your home, make special arrangements, care enough to cry with you and treat your special friend with respect goes above and beyond the call of duty.  Both Marv and I feel fortunate to call them both friends and thank them for their wonderful service to our community.  Diane and Marv Thompson

GCI has just come out with new speeds and rates that are both fast and reasonable. Only for business customers though.

• 1 Mbps- $49.99
• 2 Mbps- $59.99
• 3 Mbps- $99.99
• 4 Mbps- $149.99

regionalxtreme042108doc-1.pdf

http://www.gov.state.ak.us/omb/09_omb/budget/bills/SB221_spreadsheet_FINAL.pdf

The link below is to all budget documents at the Office of Management and Budget

http://www.gov.state.ak.us/omb/

The Breeze Inn is excited to announce their Grand Opening
Tuesday, June 3^rd from 5 to 7 pm.

We welcome you to explore the new addition to the hotel and experience the accommodations and amenities we have to offer. 

 All are welcome to attend.

Seward Senior Center

336 3rd Ave

224-5604

Lunch Everyday At Noon 

 Monday 5-26

Closed in observance of Memorial Day

 Tuesday 5/27

Movie @ 12:45 ~ In the Underground Theatre

 Wednesday 5-28

Beginners Wii Bowling 1-3   Sign-Up to learn!

 Thursday 5/29

1-3 – Summer League Wii Bowling

 Friday 5/30

Last Bingo for the summer @ 12:45

The Alaska Sea Life Center has teamed up with the Seward Friends of the Library to offer a fun and enjoyable summer reading program at the Seward Community Library.  All students who join Catch the Reading Bug Club! this summer at the Seward Community Library will receive a free pass to the Sea Life Center.

The program will include live insect displays, contests, and the Cootie Catcher game.    Each time a student plays the Cootie Catcher game; his name will be put in a raffle for several large prizes.  The grand prize will be a one year family membership at the Alaska Sea Life Center.  

     The Catch the Reading Bug Club! is open to students who have completed grades one through six.  Younger children who can read may also participate.  Registration for the summer reading program begins Thursday, May 29^th and runs for several weeks thereafter. The program ends on July 31.  

Garage sale at 1701 Chiswell. From Third, take Phoenix and go past the horse corral. Third dirt road on the left (Barwell). There will be signs. Starts at 10AM. There will be lots of stuff, such as, antiques, collectibles, fishing poles, some furniture, lots of household goods, blankets, books, some tools, survival suits and much more. Don’t pass this one by!

Stop by at the United Methodist Church annual Rummage Sale!

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

4TH AND CHURCH STREET

FRIDAY, MAY 23 AND SATURDAY, MAY 24

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

(SATURDAY, STARTING AT NOON, GET A BAG FULL OF RUMMAGE FOR JUST 50¢)

The 2008 D.A.R.E. graduation was held at the Seward Elementary School gym on Tuesday night.  Ninety 5th and 6th grade students received their D.A.R.E. diplomas.  Daren the D.A.R.E. lion made a special guest appearance.  The graduation is the culmination of 9 lessons covering such topics as ways to say no to drugs and alcohol, resisting peer pressure, healthy ways to handle stress, and making good decisions.  The Seward Police Department continues to support the D.A.R.E. program and feels it’s a good way to stay connected with the youth in our community. Cpl Patrick Messmer is the D.A.R.E. instructor.

Congratulations Seward 2008 Seniors!