JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities will use one or more pri-vate companies to operate ferries dur-ing an ongoing breakdown in state service, the governor said.

Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy said the state needs pri-vate companies to operate ferries to coastal communities, The Anchorage Daily News reported Wednesday.

“We’re going to

have to rely on the private sec-tor as a stopgap to some de-gree,” Dunleavy said Wednesday.

Only one of the state’s fleet of 12 ships is operating, with four laid up in temporary stor-age and seven undergoing overhauls for scheduled or unscheduled work, Depart-ment of Transportation Com-missioner John MacKinnon said.

Coastal towns that cannot be reached by road in the win-ter are reporting food short-ages because of the lack of service by the Alaska Marine Highway System. Hundreds of residents protested in a series of events across the state last week.

The state requested infor-mation earlier this month from companies that might be able to provide interim sailings until state ferries exit the ship-yard. There were three re-sponses, but the state has not executed contracts with any of the companies.

“If the lack of available ships continues, we’re going to engage them,” MacKinnon said.

The transportation depart-ment has not released a firm plan for providing private service, and it is unclear how the state would pay the com-panies.

The ferry Matanuska, which was scheduled to be the only operating mainline vessel in the state, broke down last month.

Establishing a timeline for Matanuska to return to service is “a very complicated issue,” MacKinnon said.

Page 2 Pilot February 27, 2020 Pilot February 27, 2020 Page 11City Classifieds

March 5, 1920 Dr. E. O. Rowley and wife, Dr. Gladys Rowley, both natives of New Zealand, and both physicians and surgeons who come to Petersburg highly recommended, arrived here on the Admiral Evans early this week and will locate. Both have expressed themselves as being favorably impressed with the town and people and say that in many ways it compares with their native land.

March 2, 1945 It was guest night at the Rotary meeting on Wednesday. Instead of their usual luncheon Rotarians entertained their ladies and a group of service men who are home on furlough at a dinner at the Elks Hall. After dinner the president, Lester Wingard, introduced the servicemen and recalled some incidents from the not-so-distant time when most of them were in his high school classes. Servicemen present were Art Rosvold, Lee Dempsey, Ragnar Stokke, Conner Kinnear, John Otness and. Vernon Heimdahl.

March 4, 1970 This edition of the Petersburg Press was published at our new quarters - an old house on Sing Lee Alley. The newspaper moved from the alley (sometimes called Indian Street) five years ago. It went up the hill to the new Stokke building on F Street. That move was accomplished without a break in publication. Our new

location is just three doors away from the old Press building. It is a former residence and is being remodeled for our use by its owner, Harvey Gilliland. We hope the residents of Petersburg will bear with us for a week or two while we attempt to get back in our normal muddled method of operation.

March 2, 1995 The lights will dim at the Viking Theatre for the last time Sunday night, when Petersburg loses its big screen.

After more than 25 years, the Viking Theatre on Nordic Drive will close, making way for several new and expanding businesses in its shell.

Grab some popcorn, put up your heels — and watch the Viking Theatre building change into The Four Kings Building. Plans to begin remodeling the Nordic Drive building into a center which will include two retailers and for offices are already in the works.

PROPERTY Bayview Estates, New- Water and sewer now available to 5 more 1 acre residential lots. Some water view. Sunny southern exposure. Take a drive through. Call Bennett at Anchor Properties for details. 907-772-3300. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn6-20b35

FOR RENT

Apartment, Downtown: 2 large Bedrooms, 1 Bath, $975 per month with $450 deposit, fur-nished, washer and dryer. No pets, call Jen 907-772-3444 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn1-2b24

Lewis Apartment, Upper Level Unit: 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, $1000 per month; Lower Unit

Clinic space with parking avail-able at $1050 per month. Contact Nathaniel at 907-247-1902 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4x3-12b29

JOBS

Hiring for commercial janitor-ial work. Must be honest and reliable. Must have past work references and able to pass background check. Flexible evening hours. 15+ hours per week, $14.50 hr. Increasing according to ability. Call or text Norsk Enterprises at 518-1604. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3x3-12b42

The Petersburg Library is seeking a  Full-Time, Permanent, Program Coordinator; the start-ing wage is $20.07, this position is eligible for benefits. For more information, to access an employment application or to view the job description, please go to the Borough’s website at www.ci.petersburg.ak.us/. Applications can also be picked up from the main Borough Office at 12 South Nordic Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2x3-5b64

Petersburg School District job openings: Exempt Job Position Announcement: Superintend-ent/Board Administrative Asst. Minimum salary $50,000 (actu-al salary DOE); full benefit package. Contract date July 1-June 30 (Training prior to July 1

start date required). Total num-ber of days in contract TBD (maximum 260 days). Full-Time Certified Teaching Posi-tions: Elementary Special Edu-cation Teacher, Elementary Grade 5 Teacher, Elementary Swim / Adaptive Swim / Elec-tives. Rate of pay for certified teaching positions as per the ne-gotiated agreement with ATP (Associated Teachers of Psg), available on district website: www.pcsd.us.   Full benefit package. Start Dates: August 2020. Electronic applications (for all positions) will be ac-cepted through the Alaska Teacher Placement website at  www.alaskateacher.org For more information contact Pe-tersburg Schools District Office: Irene Littleton 1-877-526-7656 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2x3-5b128

Position Opening for a Physi-cian Assistant / Advance Nurse Practitioner / Family Nurse Prac-titioner at Petersburg Medical Center.   Provides primary, urgent, LTC, Home Health, pre-ventive and emergent healthcare services including evaluation, treatment, and follow-up accord-ing to the technical and educa-tional expertise and respective scope of practice, and under the direction of the Petersburg Med-ical Center Medical Staff.  In-cludes on-call health services as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Experience and/or Training - Minimum Qualifica-tions:  Current Certification by the National Commission of Physician’s Assistants or Current Certification by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or American Nurse Credentialing Center, (NP).  Current Alaska license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. Physician Assistants must have collaborating agree-ment with current member of PMC medical staff and have regular contact with their super-vising physician.  Either the su-pervising or designated physi-cian must be available in person or by phone during all times of patient care.  Preferred:  experi-ence serving as a solo provider, remote community and ER; ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO and PALS;  and, post training clinical experience in specialty. Applications are available at www.pmcak.org.  Position open until filled.  Questions, please contact 772- 5719. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3x3-5b190

Are you looking for an exciting new career that is fulfilling, of-fers job advancement, work-life balance and paid time off? P-W Insurance is adding to our team and is seeking a full time Cus-tomer Service Representative who is driven, eager to learn and

likes helping people. You must be familiar with computers, a proficient typist, able to work full time, and be customer orien-tated. Obtaining Insurance li-cense is a requirement. Materi-als and on the job training will be provided. Join the P-W Insurance team and be on your way to a fun and rewarding career. Application and job description can be found at www.p-wins.com/job-posting Email your resume to susane@p-wins.com, check out our website at www.p-wins.com or feel free to stop by with your resume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4x3-5b123

Scandia House is accepting applications for Housekeeping staff. Great hours. Apply at front desk of hotel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn1-16b16

Scandia House is now accept-ing applications for Front desk staff. Must have strong customer service skills. Drivers license required. Apply at front desk of hotel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn2-13b25

We’re looking for a Customer Service Representative who is interested in becoming skilled in many aspects of the banking in-dustry. Successful candidates will be responsible for working with existing personal and busi-ness customers. They will ini-tially work as a teller, then add additional training as a New Ac-count Representative and Loan Originator.  Necessary skills in-clude working with customers to familiarize them with a variety of products and services such as checking, savings, investments, online banking, online bill-pay, mobile banking, loans and more. This position requires a prob-lem-solving self-starter with ex-ceptional customer service skills and a willingness to take on new and challenging responsibilities. First Bank is based in Southeast, and our Petersburg team has long-standing ties in our com-munity. We offer competitive salaries, health insurance, paid holidays, vacation benefits, 401(k) retirement plans, and continuing education assistance. Applications can be found on-line at www.FirstBankAK.com, or in the Petersburg Branch. First Bank is an EO/M/F/Dis-ability/Vet Employer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn12-26b165

Position Open for a Clinic Re-ceptionist / Admissions at Peters-burg Medical Center.  Duties in-clude:  answering the telephone, interacting with patients, schedul-ing appointments, handling re-quests for records; and, is cross-trained for other positions within the front office.  The position is full time, with benefits, starting

wage of $16.35. Position will re-main open until filled. Applica-tions available at PMC business office or on the hospital website at www.pmcak.org.   For more in-formation, call  (907) 772- 5719. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn12-5b75

Position Open for a Clinic Re-ferral Follow-Up Coordinator / Medical Records Assistant, full time with benefits.   Assures quality care through referral co-ordination, appointments, sup-port and patient services through the following responsibilities:  post referral – maintenance of record, track system and EMR, schedules follow-up appoint-ments. Assists with medical records. Applications available at PMC or on the hospital website at www.pmcak.org.   For more information, call 907) 772- 5719. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn12-5b68

BOATS AND SUPPLIES

IFQ’s and Fishing permits, Alaskan Quota and Permits LLC, 907-772-4000/ 1-888-347-4437. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn1-18b16

MISCELLANEOUS

For Sale: Empire Comfort Sys-tems Direct Vent Wall Heater, 10,000 BTU with thermostat. Good for home or remote cabin. No electricity required. Never used. Still in box. Was $700/Now $400. Call Ron 772-9393 or 518-1180. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn2-6dh

Business Forms to make your office run smoother. Check it out at Petersburg Pilot, 207 N. Nordic Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1x2-27dh

Classified Deadline is 5 p.m. each Tuesday for ads appearing in Thursday’s paper. Call 772-9393 or drop by 207 N. Nordic Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1x2-27dh

NOTICES

Sons of Norway Bingo, Friday nights 7 pm Doors open at 6 pm. Must be 19 to play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tfn12-27b18

Classifieds Sell

$10 for up to 15 words For details call

772-9393

Northern Nights Theater

650-SHOW

Next Weekend: Dolittle PG

2h 15min • Rated PG Showings: Friday & Saturday @ 7 pm

Sunday @ 2 pm

Little Women

259 Mitkof Hwy • 772-4333

Licensed • Bonded • InsuredSince 1988

(907)772-4625

FLEET REFRIGERATIONAND HEATING

ExperienceCounts!

In the years since we installed thefirst heat pumps in Petersburg,more and more efficient systems designed specificallyfor northern climates haveevolved. We’ve been the first toinstall these new generationsystems locally. We specialize in energy-star installations ratedto 15 below zero!

Heat Pumps...

• Commercial • Industrial• Residential

907-772-4455• Licensed • Bonded • Insured

NORTHWIND APARTMENTS

Has 2 and 3 Bdrm Units available.

**Rent is Income Based** You donʼt need a Housing Voucher

To Apply, call 907 518-4244

www.PetersburgProperties.com • 772-6000

Leif Stenfjord 206-512-6505

Karna Cristina 206-554-1522

George Doyle 907-518-0639

Sarah Holmgrain 907-518-0718

LOT 24 DUNCAN

New Price! Waterfront Condo Unit priced at $105/sqft. Very affordable property waiting for your finishing touches. ...........…………………..$300,000

New Price on this Duncan Canal waterfront lot. 2.85 acres with over 200’ of waterfront. Excellent building site in the heart of good fishing and hunting. .................……….Now! $44,000

22 SOUTH SING LEE ALLEY UNIT 1

Celebrating All Abilities!

WE’RE HIRING! Are you a caring person with many talents and interests? Have you considered providing Direct Care Services to help a person with disabilities try new things and enjoy activities in the community of Petersburg? REACH is looking for part-time or full-time Direct Service Providers! Successful applicants will have a driver’s license and dependable car. Must also be able to pass a background check. Go to our website at REACHAK.org or contact Human Resources 907-586-8228! REACH Inc. is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Disabled & Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Apply today at www.reachak.org

REACH IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.

Petersburg HappeningsTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27

PEDC Board Meeting: 12:00 pm, 2nd Floor Municipal Building GED Instruction: 6:00 pm, Public Library Adult Soccer: 7:00 pm, Community Gym

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Tai Chi: 7:00 am, Mountain View Manor Commodities Distribution: 9:00 am, Salvation Army Tot Gym: 10:00 am, Community Gym Al-Anon Support Group: 12:00 pm, Episcopal Church Girls Varsity Basketball: 6:00 PM, High School Gym AA Candelight Meeting: 7:00 pm, Episcopal Church Boys Varsity Basketball: 7:30 pm, High School Gym Hockey Club: 7:30 pm, Community Gym

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29 Children’s Indoor Park: 10:00 am, Community Gym Free Soup and Bread Meal: 12:00 pm, St. Catherine’s Catholic Church

SUNDAY, MARCH 1 Adult Roller Derby Practice: 5:00 pm, Community Gym

MONDAY, MARCH 2 Borough Assembly Meeting: 12:00 pm, Assembly Chambers PIA Board Meeting: 6:00 pm, PIA Building AA Women’s Meeting: 7:00 pm, Presbyterian Church Boy Scout Meeting: 7:00 pm, Moose Lodge TUESDAY, MARCH 3 LTC Weekly Sing Along: 1:00 pm, PMC Long Tern Care GED Instruction: 6:00 pm, Public Library Weight Loss Support Group: 6:30 pm, Salvation Army Hall Elks Lodge Meeting: 7:30 pm, Elks Lodge AA 12x12 Mtg: 7:00 pm, Lutheran Church Sunday School Rm. Hockey Club: 7:30 pm, Community Gym

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 Rotary Club Meeting: 12:00 pm, Salvation Army Hall Women of The Moose Meeting: 6:00 pm, Moose Lodge Free Supper: 6:00 pm, First Baptist Church ANB/ANS Meeting: 7:00 pm, ANB/ANS Hall Adult Roller Derby Practice: 7:00 pm, Community Gym

THURSDAY, MARCH 5 GED Instruction: 6:00 pm, Public Library Soccer: 7:00 pm, Community Gym

If you have a nonprofit local event for the Calendar Call us at 772-9393

PRESENTED AS A PUBLIC SERVICE BY:

PETERSBURG

TIDE TABLE FEBRUARY/MARCH 2020

HIGH TIDES  LOW TIDES A.M. P.M. A.M. P.M. Time Ft. Time Ft. Time Ft. Time Ft. 27 Thu 3:12 15.9 3:18 15.1 9:23 1.5 9:28 1.2 28 Fri 3:40 15.6 3:53 14.0 9:59 1.8 9:56 2.3 29 Sat 4:09 15.1 4:34 12.8 10:39 2.3 10:29 3.5 01 Sun 4:44 14.5 5:26 11.7 11:27 2.9 11:08 4.7 02 Mon 5:28 13.9 6:37 10.8 ....... ........ 12:31   3.2 03 Tue 6:30 13.5 8:12 10.6 0:05 5.8 1:52 3.1 04 Wed 7:53 13.5 9:39 11.4 1:31 6.4 3:13 2.3

DAYLIGHT HOURSDate Sunrise Sunset Daylight Feb. 27 6:52a 5:16p 10:24hrs Feb.28 6:49a 5:19p 10:30hrs Feb.29 NA NA NA Mar.01 6:44a 5:23p 10:39hrs Mar.02 6:41a 5:25p 10:44hrs Mar.03 6:39a 5:28p 10:49hrsMar.04 6:36a 5:30p 10:54hrs

WEATHER High Low Precip 02/19 41 33 0.00” 02/20 39 33 0.00” 02/21 39 33 1.13” 02/22 38 30 0.44” 02/23 40 28 0.14” 02/24 35 25 0.15” 02/25 41 33 0.15”

Downtown location: as of 2/25

Weekʼs Rain: 6 13/16 inches

Weekʼs Snow: 4 15/16 inches

Rain total 2020 = 21 7/16 inches

Snowfall total = 33 11/16 inches

This Weekʼs Precipitation: 1.44”

This weather service is provided by the

FAA weather observation station at the

James A. Johnson Airport.

FERRY SCHEDULE Terminal Office • 772-3855

or call 800-642-0066 February & March Sailings

CANCELLEDPRESENTED AS A PUBLIC SERVICE BY:

Alaska governor says state will use private ferry companies

F/V Tazlina

Yesterday’s NewsNews from 25-50-75-100 years ago