Adams, Kevin (OST) 

From: Adams, Kevin (OST) 

Sent: Sunday, July 11, 2010 3:40 PM 

To: Adams, Kevin (OST) 

Subject: FW: Request for Comment 

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From: Penny Green [mailto:akemerald@starband.net] 

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To Kevin Adams and all it may concern, 

Thank you for the requested deadline extension and we hope those away will return in time to comment. 

This is a new experience for those of us at Minchumina so caught us a little off guard not expecting to provide 

input until later in the year and with such a short comment period, so thank you again for the extra 

consideration,. 

I called all three carriers that had submitted bids and invited them to visit Minchumina to discuss details and 

options personally and learn a little about our needs as well, and want to thank those that responded. 

Warbelows came out after we held a community meeting and we were impressed with then- detailed 

submission and options and their interest in helping the community with ideas to help with employment and 

growth if it so desired. Art was also informative about the what they did in other communities and the EAS 

workings , though recognizing each community is different. We also especially appreciated facts right away 

about their proposed lower air fares and freight costs as these are a prime consideration for us here trying to 

survive as 3rd generation Minchuminites with a cabin rental business. Costs are a major factor as well as 

dependability, safety,and times that fit peoples travel schedules as well as hauling our mail in a timely manner. 

The awamess of what customer service means is essential. Everts also called me the day after the meeting 

saying they had planned to come out but declined when informed the meeting had already taken place. I did not 

initionally hear back from Wrights but oh a second call I was given detailed fare and freight rated by Bob 

Bursal that was later faxed to us during our meeting and were also lower than Everts but higher than Warbelows 

though we understand all can change as they see fit. 

Tom and I appreciated all the communications -from the 3 bidders and were willing to listen to everyones 

comments but I guess our desire would be tht in the future they would contact the community first and request 

whaat we need before submitting proposals so a better fit is assured, as stated in your letterto the bidders on 

page 2. 

After reviewing the information we feel Warbelows option #2 or 3 is our first choice to meet our needs and 

Wrights #1 as a second choice since you requested different carriers,. We feel lower fares and working with our 

businesses are critical to increased traffic and a sustainable business and playedd a hugh part in our move to 

charter more over the past two years as a community. The next option we need are the availability of 

occasional IFR aircraft as Weather indicates to keep people moving to meet flights or appointments, and lastly 

more than once a week service to provide for flexibility in lengths of stays out here or in town for residents and 

visitors alike. 
Having both lived in Minchumina for some time and worked as Asst Postmasters and also as agents and mail' 

carriers in the past for over 10 years what we feel has worked best is to have a safe, professional and flexible air 

carrier willing to work with this community and its needs so we both benifit. Our air carriers mean alot to us as 

our connection to the outside world and employment. We greatly appreciate those who listen and act on our 

input. 

Thank you for your consideration of this important matter. 

Sincerely Yours, Pamela and Thomas Green 

On Tue, Jun 29, 2010 at 1:40 PM, <Kevin.Adams@dot.gov> wrote: 

Thanks! 

From: Penny Green rmailto:akeinerald@starband.net1 

Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 5:05 PM 

To: Adams, Kevin (OST) 

Cc: EAS (OST) 

Subject: Re: Request for Comment 

Hi, 

I respectfully request that the deadline for the DOT-OST2008-0237 comment period be extended to July 10, 

2010 so that people not able to attend the 6/28 meeting will have the opportunity to comment if they wish. 

Thank you for your time and consideration. 

Sincerely, 
Thomas Green -

Vice-President Lake Minchumina Homeowner's Association 

On Fri, Jun 18, 2010 at 10:42 AM, <Kevin.Adams@dot.gov> wrote: 

Hi, 

Attached is a hopefully self explanatory letter requesting comment. If you have any questions, please give me a 

call. The proposals should be scanned into the docket no later than Monday. 

Best, 

Kevin Adams 

202-366-1047