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
Anna Atchison (Vice-Chair), Tanana Valley Clinic
Ann Ringstad, University of Alaska Fairbanks
John Ringstad, BP
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
Jimmy Parish, Carlile
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



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