News from Dillingham, Alaska
Alaska environmental regulators approved a $1.4 million water main extension in Dillingham to provide safe drinking water to homes and businesses affected by PFAS contamination from historical airport firefighting operations.
The state is seeking public comment through June 5 on designating a 12-acre gravel extraction site in Chignik Lagoon's submerged lands near the airport.
The state is accepting public comments through May 20 on extending a five-year land permit for Alaska Pride Air at Dillingham Airport.
The Nushagak Fish and Game Advisory Committee will meet April 29 to discuss a caribou hunting proposal and other business.
The state transportation department is imposing seasonal weight restrictions on Central Alaska roads starting April 27 to protect pavement during spring thaw, with most roads limited to 50-75 percent of legal axle weight.
The state is seeking public input on extending Bristol Bay Air Service's lease at Dillingham Airport for five more years.