Please notify your staff, Site Councils, PTSA’s, etc. of the FY08 Budget Survey found on our website.  The deadline for participation is Friday, January 12^th, at 5:00 p.m.  We would like as much input as possible.  Please note: the program is set up so it will accept only one response per computer, so it’s not possible to set aside one computer for everyone to use for the survey.

If you have questions, please either email me or call me at 714-8838.

Thanks,

Lassie Nelson                                          

Administrative Specialist 

907-714-8838

907-262-5867 (fax)

lassie@kpbsd.k12.ak.us

Educational opportunities in Seward begin the week of January 16 at your KPC/Resurrection Bay Extension Site(RBES). EZ Payment Plan for tuition makes college affordable. Click on the KPC logo on the Seward City News main page to view RBES spring schedule and see details concerning EZ Payment Plan. RBES Coordinator Jackie Marshall may be contacted at injjp1@uaa.alaska.edu or 224-2285

Did you notice?

Speed Zone Changes on the Seward Highway:

Southbound:

At the Pit, speed reduces from 55mph to 45mph.

At Hemlock, speed reduces from 45mph to 35mph.

Northbound:

At Hemlock, speed increases from 35mph to 45 mph.

At the Pit, speed increases from 45mph to 55mph.

Questions, comments, tip suggestions;

coptalk@cityofseward.net

Compass: Points of view from the community

By CAROL COMEAU and REP. LES GARA

We should do everything we can to make sure all children, regardless of background, share in this state’s great opportunity and wealth. That’s why improving our schools and improving the opportunities of children to learn are so important. We can take a big step in improving our schools for a small cost by working together to get more parents involved in their children’s education. It’s a step we believe people across party lines can support. It’s something that’s achievable this coming legislative session.Children of parents who read to them and take an interest in their children’s education do better in school, and better in the job market, than children of parents who aren’t involved. While much in the field of education is subject to fair debate, this point is not.

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Pet of the Week: “Sidney” is an incredibly social and sweet young adult neutered male. This boy loves everyone! People, dogs, other cats… He will make a fun-loving addition to an active home.

Wish List: A Happy and spoiled New Year Seward Pets! Support SOS Pets- buy a 2007 calendar!

Jennifer Carrick

Seward Animal Care and Control

POB 2934

Seward, AK 99664

907-224-7495

Happy New Year!!

Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda

Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 7:30 p.m.

City Council Chambers

Unfinished Business requiring a Public Hearing –

Resolution 2006-25 recommending City Council and the Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval of the Subdivision of ATS No. 174, Within The NW ¼ of Section 3, Township 1 South, Range 1 West, Seward Meridian, Marina Subdivision, Seward Resort Addition, To Create A “Tract A.”

New Business

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Thursday, December 28, 2006

Conditions at Girdwood

Temperature 32°

New Snow 8”

Water Equivalent .70”

Synopsis

A vigorous system moved through the area yesterday bringing warm temperatures, gusty winds, and heavy precip. The resulting snow load will stress the fragile pack and fast, long-running slides are likely.

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Sue Lang FSO-PA, Seward Flotilla U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, 907-224-8237 suelang@alaska.com

Boaters Must Not Operate 121.5/243 MHZ Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) after December 31, 2006

WASHINGTON – The United States Coast Guard and the Coast Guard Auxiliary wish to remind all boaters that beginning January 1, 2007, both 121.5 and 243 MHz Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) are prohibited from use in both commercial and recreational watercraft in Alaska and worldwide.  Boaters requiring an emergency rescue beacon aboard their vessel must have a digital 406 MHz model.

The January 1, 2007, date to stop using 121.5 MHz EPIRBs is in preparation for February 1, 2009, when satellite processing of distress signals from all 121.5/243 MHz beacons will terminate. Following this termination date, only the 406 MHz beacons will be detected by the International Cospas-Sarsat Satellite System which provides distress alert and location data for search and rescue operations around the world.

The regulation applies to all Class A, B, and S 121.5/243 MHz EPIRBs. It does not affect 121.5/243 MHz man overboard devices which are designed to work directly with a base alerting unit only and not with the satellite system.

This change, in large part, was brought about by the unreliability of the 121.5/243 MHz beacons in an emergency situation. Data reveals that with a 121.5 MHz beacon; only one alert out of every 50 is a genuine distress situation. This has a significant effect on expending the limited resources of search and rescue personnel and platforms. With 406 MHz beacons, false alerts have been reduced significantly, and, when properly registered, can usually be resolved with a telephone call to the beacon owner. Consequently, real alerts can receive the attention they deserve.
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Pet of the Week: “Zelda” is an extremely affection spayed female. She is 6-yrs old and will make a wonderful companion in a quiet and loving home. Cat nip and snuggling are some of her favorite things!

Holiday Pet Tip: Beware of holiday dangers to your pet: mistle toe and poinsettias are poisonous, candles and tinsel are other dangers to your pet during the holiday season. Gift certificates, instead of live holiday surprises are a better choice for animal lovers on your list!

Jennifer Carrick
Seward Animal Care and Control
POB 2934 Seward,
AK 99664
907-224-7495

Educational opportunities in Seward brought to by KPC’s Resurrection Bay Extension Site (RBES).  Registration January 8, 9, 11, and 12 10am-3pm at RBES office in Seward High School.  Classes begin the week of January 16.  Class schedule may be viewed at www.kpc.alaska.edu/resurrection/ or please call or email RBES Coordinator Jackie Marshall to be mailed a schedule at 224-2285/injjp1@uaa.alaska.edu.  Education Makes A Great Gift!

The city council will be negotiating an interim contract with a gentleman named Marvin Yoder. It appears he will be here on a part time basis and has over 20 years of city manager experience moving projects forward. We will begin advertising for a permanent city manager immediately.

For Individuals and Families in the Chugach Rural Education Attendance Area (REAA) (Cordova & Valdez), Copper River REAA (Richardson Hwy to Glennallen), Kenai Peninsula Borough (Seward & Seldovia), and the McCarthy area who suffered damages to real property (primary residence), personal property, and transportation during the October 2006 flooding.