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Friday, September 13th, 2024 at 7:00 AM

BULLETINS

NEW – The City of Galena will hold regular municipal elections Tuesday, October 1^st 2024 for seats on the Galena City Council and GCSD School Board:

City Council Seat A-1             3-year term     Expires 10/2027
City Council Seat A-2             3-year term     Expires 10/2027
School Board Seat A              3-year term     Expires 10/2027
School Board Seat B              3-year term     Expires 10/2027

Declarations of Candidacy forms are available at City Hall, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Deadline to file is September 20^th. (9/3)

NEW – KIYU has a new cell phone for the studio! I did this for a couple of reasons… First, the land lines have been pretty unreliable lately. And second, I want you to be able to text your requests and dedications to the studio! The land lines are still active at 800-478-5498 and 907-656-5498.

The new studio cell phone is 907-656-7456! (9/4)

NEW – Attention: Doyon, Limited Shareholders:

Doyon, Limited is soliciting nominations for four positions on the board of directors
to be elected at the March 2025 annual meeting. Interested individuals must be 18
years of age and a voting shareholder of Doyon. Board Candidate Applications are available at www.doyon.com, at the Doyon, Limited offices or Village and Traditional/IRA Council offices in the Doyon region. Applications may be completed online; for more information, visit www.doyon.com or contact the Doyon, Limited legal department at 1-888-478-4755 ext. 2177 or (907) 459-2177.
Completed Board Candidate Applications should be sent to:
Doyon, Limited
Attention: Legal Department
1 Doyon Place, Suite 300
Fairbanks, AK 99701

In order to be considered for nomination, Board Candidate Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024. (9/9)

REGISTER TO VOTE! Visit voterregistration.alaska.gov to register online, and to get more information. Louden Tribal Office has Voter Registration forms available to anyone who needs them. Register to vote today! (7/23)

Louden has free smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Fire extinguishers are also available! Please call Tirzah at 9076561711 or stop by the Louden Office with any questions. (Updated 8/12)

MEETINGS

NEW – The Alaska Commercial Company Galena will be hosting a customer appreciation day on Saturday, September 14th, barring any inclement weather. There will be:
1. Complimentary Lunch
2. Gift card giveaway
3. Kids coloring contest, the coloring page can be picked up at AC now, which must be received back by Septermber 14th for a chance to win a prize.
4. Games and Prizes
Customers must be present to enjoy a complimentary meal and claim prizes. Look forward to enjoying our time together. (9/6)

Check out the Young Life Club, a weekly youth group hosted at Galena Bible Church every Wednesday, 7-8:30pm! Every high school age kid is invited. Call Martin with any questions @ 907-656-7120. (11/20)

Yoga at Galena Pool will be on hiatus until this fall. We’ll keep you updated when Molly returns! (7/23)

Education Section

NEW – The GILA Dorms have started Academic Hour! If you are checking out a student or taking a student off campus for an activity, the student needs to be back on campus by 8:30pm on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. This also means any high school visitors will be asked to leave these nights at 8:30pm. Thanks! (9/9)

NEW – Dear Galena Community Members,

I wanted to take a moment to extend a warm welcome back and to wish you an incredible September! Please visit the following link for this information: Superintendent’s Corner – Galena City School District (galenaalaska.org) and know that we hope everyone has an incredibly safe, joyful and bountiful fall season. Sincerely, Jason Johnson – Superintendent (9/6)

NEW – Hey Hawks! Join us for EL Hawks Running Club after school Mon-Thurs from 4-5pm (weather permitting) from Sept 3^rd-26th. Grades K-4 will meet at the outdoor basketball court behind SHS with Coach Brett Slaathaug to work on their running skills, sportsmanship, and more. If you would like your student to participate, please fill out the Player Contract/Permission Form here and return it to the SHS front office or directly to the AD Brett Slaathaug (brett.slaathaug@galenanet.com) (8/30)

Hello from SHS! Plan to volunteer at school, chaperone students, or check a GILA student out of the dorms? You will now need to fill out a GCSD volunteer form! Thank you for your effort in building up our community through volunteering! The volunteer form is here. (8/27)

If your child is interested in attending After School Library you must register them with Alyson @ 328-9533 call or text. Please no voice mails.

This program will begin on August 26th at the SHS Community Library and will begin each Monday through Friday from Elementary school release time until 5:10 PM. (8/21)

Fishing and Hunting Information

NEW – The Yukon River hunt is now open. The season is open August 22^nd to August 31^st. Then it will resume September 5^th and run until the September 25^th. Make sure to stop by the office to grab your hunting licenses and permits. Brooke Davis the technician will be happy to help with anything you may need. Office hours are 9am-4pm Monday through Friday. Call the office at 907-656-1345.

NEW – We have a new message from the Federal Subsistence Board regarding fishing on the Yukon River. You’ll find that PDF document here. (8/23)

NEW – The 2024 Yukon River Fall Fishery Announcement #16 (9/11)

NEW – The 2024 Yukon River Fall Fishery Announcement #15 (9/5)

The 2024 Yukon River Fall Fishery Announcement #14 (8/28)

The 2024 Yukon River Fall Fishery Announcement #13 (8/23)

The 2024 Yukon River Fall Fishery Announcement #12 (8/23)

The 2024 Yukon River Fall Fishery Announcement #11 (8/23)

Health Care Corner

NEW – The TCC Eye clinic will be in Galena September 10^th through 12^th. They will be seeing patients by appointment only, no walk-ins. To schedule your appointment, please call (907) 451-6682 ext. 3220. (8/27)

NEW – TCC Dental travel season is upon us. Dr. Richmond will be in town for 7 visits from September-March 2025. Curt Kokrine will be here 7 times from Septembers through March. Tiffany Stanley the TCC hygienist will have 3 visits here to Galena between December and March 2025. Please call the clinic and request an appointment with our front desk 907-656-1366. Travel dates are subject to change and there is limited availability each visit please be understanding as we schedule appointments for our community. If services are requested and availability for earlier dates are filled, we will work on getting a visit scheduled within Dental traveling schedule.

The following is the tentative travel schedule for Dr. Richmond, Curt Kokrine II and Tiffany Stanley between September 2024 and April 2025.

Dr. Richmond:
· September 16th-20th
· October 21st-25th
· November 12th-15th
· December 9th-13th
· January 13th-17th
· February 24th-28th
· March 24th-28th

Curt Kokrine–DHAT:
· September 3rd-6th
· September 30th- October 4th
· November 12th-22nd
· January 20th-24th
· January 27th-31st
· March 10th-13th
· March 17-21st

Hygienist—Tiffany Stanley
· December 2nd-6th
· February 10th-14th
· March 31st-4th (Entered 8/30)

The Edgar Nollner Health Center dental services will be limited for the time being.

Please contact Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center Dental Services at 907-451-6682, for any urgent care needs. For inquiries on our itinerant dental coverage here in Galena and for non-urgent appointment inquiries please call the Edgar Nollner Health Center front desk at 907-656-1366.

Thank you,
From Your Edgar Nollner Health Center Team.

Syphilis cases are on the rise in Alaska! The good news is that health care providers can test for and treat syphilis. A detailed document is here, including symptoms and options for treatment. Always report any serious health care issues to your local provider. In Galena, call the Edgar Nollner Health Center at 907-656-1366. (4/30)

The ENHC continues to remind Galenans that after-hours medical emergencies should be reported to (907) 656-1266. Please do not use any other phone number as this will impede emergency response and delay services. The phones are working. Call (907) 656-1366 during business hours; and (907) 656-1266 for after-hours emergencies ONLY. (9/1)

Partners in Policing

Officer Roger Spann from the Galena Police Department has offered to bring us information on local ordinances in an effort to keep us up to date, keep us safe and out of trouble! Let’s start with some good reading on protective helmets when we ride! (7/15)

• Chapter 10.08 – PROTECTIVE HELMETS

Sections:

• 10.08.010 – Requirement that operators of, and passengers on, open motorized vehicles wear protective helmets.

A. It is unlawful for any person who is under the age of eighteen (18) to operate an open motorized vehicle within the city limits, on public property or on private property which is open to public travel, unless that person is wearing a properly fitted and properly fastened protective helmet.

B. It is unlawful for any operator of an open motorized vehicle within the city limits, on public property or on private property which is open to public travel, to carry any passenger on that vehicle if the passenger is under the age of eighteen (18) unless the passenger is wearing a properly fitted and properly fastened protective helmet.

C. Violations of subsections A and B of this section are separate violations, even if the violations occur simultaneously.

(Ord. 2004-08 § 1 (part), 2004)

• 10.08.015 – Penalties.

A. Upon conviction of violating any provision of this chapter, a person shall pay a fine of fifty dollars ($50.00) for a first offense, one hundred dollars ($100.00) for a second offense, and one hundred fifty dollars ($150.00) for a third and subsequent offenses plus surcharges required to be imposed by Alaska Statutes 12.55.039.

B. The court shall suspend the fine in full for a first offense if the conviction is for operating an open motorized vehicle without a protective helmet, and the city department of public safety certifies to the court, either at the time of conviction or within fourteen (14) days after conviction, that the person has satisfactorily demonstrated ownership of a properly fitted protective helmet and knowledge of how to properly fasten it. Once a person has had a fine suspended under this subsection the court may not suspend any future fine imposed on that person for any violation of this chapter.

Community Info

A reminder from our friends at Gana-A’Yoo, Limited: Shareholders and Descendants must apply for a timber use permit to harvest timber on Gana-A’Yoo lands. Non-shareholder residents of the community are not permitted. Commercial guiding activities have been prohibited on Gana-A’Yoo lands, and non-shareholders are not permitted to hunt on Gana-A’Yoo lands. Visit www.ganaayoo.com for more information on Gana-A’Yoo Land Management Policies and applications. If there are any questions or concerns please contact us at 888-656-1606. (Updated 8/8)

Louden Tribe’s Community Reuse Shed is open to the public. The purpose of the Reuse Shed is to keep usable household items out of the landfill and away from the dumpsters and transfer station. It is located by the Louden Tribal Office where the community is welcome to take or leave usable items. Please follow the rules and instructions posted on the shed. For any questions feel free to stop by the Louden Office or give us a call at 9076561711. There’s a picture of the shed below: (5/9)

Drug Dealers and Bootleggers Beware

Please help to stop bootleggers and drug dealers in our community. Share information with law enforcement, parents and caregivers about known drug dealers and bootleggers. We are a small community and we all know in one way or another who they are. We will not tolerate drug dealers and bootleggers, especially those who sell to our children and young adults. To report suspected drug dealers or bootlegger activity or if you know of drug dealers travelling to Galena, call Fairbanks Airport
Police (907) 474-2530; You have the option to remain anonymous. We appreciate your assistance. (3/19)

Louden Tribe encourages tribal members to take advantage of their Elder Assistance Program which provides services to elders such as trash hauling, heater repairs, snow plowing and minor repairs around the house. Let Louden know if you need help at 907-656-1711. (3/11)

LONG TERM PARKING SECTION   

The Louden Tribe has a new program to provide healthy, minimally processed meats and produce to resident households. This program is available to all households in Galena and does not have income restrictions. Interested households need to complete this application form for assistance and return it to the Louden Tribal Office. Contact Louden at 907-656-1711 with questions. (8/20)

The Tanana Chiefs Conference, Division of Wellness and Prevention would like to share a special announcement!  In collaboration with the Alaska Careline, 988 is the NEW three-digit dialing code for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. For years, the Lifeline – formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – has answered tens of millions of calls and helped people overcome mental health-related distress. When you call, text, or chat at 988, you will be quickly connected to a trained crisis counselors who will listen to your concerns, provide support, and get you additional help if needed. 988 can be used by anyone, anytime, including those who want to help their loved ones. There is HOPE. You are not alone in crisis. Just call, text, or chat at 988. (8/10)

If you or anyone you know is 60 years or older and would like to receive a box of nutritious food every month at no cost to you (given that you meet the income requirements)  then you might want to consider calling Louden at 656-1711 and asking them about the Commodity Supplemental Food Program. A brochure about the program is here, and the application can be found here. (4/21)

Job Openings

NEW – The Louden Tribe is seeking applications for an Administrative Assistant. Applications are due to the Louden Tribal Office by 4 pm on Monday, September 23rd. The full job description is here. (9/11)

NEW – The Big River Public Broadcasting Corporation is seeking to hire an Art and Content Director. This position is part time to begin, and will pay $25.00 per hour. A full description of the position is here. Call Dave at 907-656-1488 if you have any questions. (8/23)

NEW – The Yukon Koyukuk Elder Assisted Living Facility is accepting applications for Personal Care Attendants and Certified Nursing Aides. They are also currently seeking a Cook and a Cook’s Helper. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, pass a criminal background check which is done by YKEALF, have at least 3 positive references and above all love and respect elders. Applications must be neat and complete with 2 sets of fingerprint cards to be considered. Questions can be directed to Chastity Reitan at 907-656-2574 or by email at ykealf311@gmail.com. The application is here. The Elder’s Facility provides shared housing within walking distance of the center. (Updated 8/21)

The City of Galena is seeking to fill a position for a Utilities Manager. As a utilities manager, you oversee facilities that provide necessary services to residents such as
water/wastewater treatment facilities, electrical plants, heat plant, biomass, and landfill. The position is full time with benefits, all detailed in the job description here. Call 656-1301 to apply! (8/14)

Galena City School District is looking for Substitute Staff for all positions for this school year.  If you are looking for a flexible schedule, this is the temporary position for you!  If interested, please apply at the Galena City School District website, under employment, substitutes.  You can also apply using this link. Their phone number is 907-656-1205. (8/12)

The Alaska Commercial Company in Galena is currently seeking to fill a position for a cashier/stocker. The full job description is here. Stop by the AC to apply, or call manager David Goode at 907-656-1246. (8/9)

Galena City School District is hiring! Current job openings can be found on our district website at www.galenaalaska.org, under Employment. (12/13)

The following jobs are open at the Edgar Nollner Health Center in Galena. If you have any questions on applying, call the clinic 907-656-1366 or 907-452-8251 Option 2.

Edgar Nollner Health Center in Galena:
Village Public Safety Officer
Behavioral Health Consultant
Dental Assistant Intern
Staff RN
Physician Assistant
Nurse Practitioner
Clinical Support Staff/Medical Assistant
Behavioral Health Clinician
Behavioral Health Clinical Associate

Region Wide Positions (anyone in a TCC region can apply and work from their village
Old Minto Family Recovery Camp Traditional Counselor
Intake Coordinator for Behavioral Health
Tobacco Prevention Policy Specialist
SOC Youth Lead
Community Health-Aide/Practitioner – Itinerant

You can find detailed job listings for the Edgar Nollner Health Center on the TCC webpage at https://www.tananachiefs.org/careers/ (Updated 3/27)

Classifieds

*** PLEASE NOTE, any classified ad two weeks or older will be removed, so please try and keep us informed when something is sold or a need has been met. Thanks!

NEW – FOR SALE: A 16 foot boat with trailer. $1800. Call 907-656-7010 for more info. (9/12)

NEW – Louden has a trailer available for bid and its located at the tribal office. Bids are starting at $20.. If you have any questions please call 9076561711 or feel free to stop by the office to take a look at it. (9/5)

NEW – For Sale in Galena!
Dishwasher – countertop size         $100
King Size Mattress –                          $100
Massage table – folding portable $150
Trampoline -new in box                    $450
Call 656-1334 or 656-7210 for info! (9/4)

Louden Tribe is expecting to have availability of at least one residential unit by November 2024 under the affordable housing program. Remember to be eligible you MUST complete a housing program application. If you any questions, please contact Gerad Wholecheese at 9076561711. (8/23)

Massage Therapy openings for the rest of August. Weekday evenings slots available, and Saturday openings. Sunday availability is limited. Location is Iditarod Hall on the GILA campus. Prices are: $60 for 30 minutes and $80 for 45 minutes. Contact Jordan at (907) 947-5269 text/call. (8/13)

HEY! Check out Galena Hardware’s new Web Store! You’ll find it at www.galenahardware.com! Lots of items already available, and they’re adding more all the time. Shipping to other communities from Galena Hardware is now available! (3/19)

Lost and Found

*** PLEASE NOTE, any lost and found notice more than two weeks old will be removed, so please try and keep us informed when owners and items have been joyfully reunited. Thanks!

NEW – FOUND: A Shakespeare Alpha fishing pole with lure, found at the end of the road on the water. Call 656-5498 or 656-1488 to describe color to claim. (9/9)

Lost: A Ruger Model 77 rifle (stainless steel) in .280 Remington with Leupold scope. Contact Karrie Pavish Anderson if you borrowed or know the whereabouts of her husband Patrick Anderson’s rifle.  907-656-7433. (8/16)

Galena Pool Schedule

Winter Pool Hours – September through May:

Open Swims:
Friday 7:00-8:30 pm
Saturday 7:00-8:30 pm

Morning Lap Swims:
Monday-Wednesday-Friday   6:00-7:00 am

Monday Workout room Closed.  Will Re-open Monday September 2^nd  

For pool rentals, events or questions please contact Sandy Scotton at (907) 656-7100.  Please reserve at least one week in advance for rentals. For less than one week’s notice, availability may be limited.

Lodging and Vehicle Rentals

Here is a listing of privately-owned lodging establishments and vehicle rental businesses in Galena. Please feel free to share this resource with those needing short or long term, temporary lodging or transportation. If you offer these services, and wish to be added to the list, please e-mail us at wireless@kiyu.com so we can post it online.

Galena Emergency Numbers UPDATED OCTOBER 2023

Police: 911

Police non-emergency office line is 656-2177.

Medical: 656-1266 (emergency). The non-emergency line is 656-1366.

Tanana Chiefs Conference After-Hours Triage Nurse: 1-800-478-6682 (for times when clinic is closed or a local on-call provider is not available)

Behavioral Health Emergency Line: 656-1266

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: text or call 988, open 24/7

Alaska State Troopers (statewide, toll free ):  1 (800) 811-0911

Airport Police (statewide, toll free):  1 (877) 847-4342

TV Schedule

For villages out of Galena that are interested in ARCS TV service call KIYU at (907) 656-1488 and we’ll get you in touch with those that can assist you.

The ARCS TV Schedule is available here.

The Food Section

GALENA COFFEE SHOP

Call 656-7371 by 11:00 AM to place orders ahead of time when possible.

Wood Fired Pizza Sale
Thursdays, 4-7pm.

The earlier you order the better (ideally any time before 4pm, like right now works too). I have limited time to pick up the phone while crafting pizza. I’ll try to respond via text most likely during the action. Thanks for your understanding.

P.S. shop will be closed Aug. 1st & 8th

🔥Pepperoni
🔥Meat Lovers, *pepperoni, ham, sausage
🔥Mediterranean *chicken, sundried tomatoes, spinach, feta
🔥Hawaii *pineapple, ham
🔥Messinia *artichoke, kalamata olives, garlic oil
🔥Meat&Shroom * pepperoni, ham, mushroom
🔥Supreme *pepperoni, ham, sausage, bell pepper, onion, olives – $25 each
🔥 Margherita *San marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil – $30

Call Martin at 907-656-7120 to place your order!

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