Meeting Times

As Scheduled; 7am on Tuesdays @ Chamber Office

Mission Statement

The Governmental Relations Committee monitors proposed or existing laws, policies and regulations affecting Chamber members or its mission. The Committee takes a proactive posture in advancing matters of importance to our community or our state. From time to time, the Committee submits formal recommendations to the Board and takes a lead role in advocating Chamber positions externally.

Committee Members

Brian Newton (Chair), Golden Valley Electric Association

Rhonda Boyles, Rimpac

Ann Ringstad, University of Alaska Fairbanks

John Ringstad, BP

Anna Atchison, Tanana Valley Clinic

Lance Roberts, Alaska Data Consultants

Jeff Cook, Flint Hills Resources

Chuck Wiegers, A & A Roofing

Jennifer Bump, Wells Fargo

Paul Eaglin, Eaglin Law Office

Sarah Obed, Doyon, Limited

Terri Froese, TDL Staffing

Rick Solie, Tower Hill Mines – Livengood Gold Project

2012 Program of Work 

Goals for the Year

• To further the mission of the Chamber through proactive and effective advocacy on local, state, and federal issues of importance to the Fairbanks business community
• To develop a proactive strategy for effective advocacy of the Chamber’s legislative priorities

Programs & Projects for the Year

• Legislative outreach
• Political forums and panel discussions
• Education
• Recommend appropriate General Membership Luncheon programs/panel discussions