Recently the State requested reconsideration of the Sedwick decision at the District Court level. The Sedwick decision threw out the previous EIS on the Lynn Canal highway project citing incomplete analysis of existing ferry infrastructure as a possible preferred alternative for improved access. The lower court has denied the State’s request.

Goldbelt Inc. is promoting completion of the first 3 mile section extending the old Glacier highway to Cascade Point. There is currently a pioneer road in this area.

The main things that I am working for are:

1. Protection of Lynn Canal highway revenues from reappropriation – currently there are $37 million in state general funds, $10 million in materials, and $64 million in federal funds.

2. Keep the project moving forward – the State needs to be proactive in completing the new EIS information or appealing the Sedwick decision. Despite tremendous setback, we have to keep on track.

3. Build support to start the first 3 miles

4. Ultimate goal of reaching Skagway by hardlink

I am communicating to the Governor and the Administration these important goals, and will keep you posted on progress as new developments come up.