NOTICE OF INTENT TO BEGIN ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES: ANC Taxilane E Improvements

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), in cooperation with the Federal Aviation Administration, is soliciting comments and information on a proposal to rehabilitate Taxilane E on the Ted Stevens International Airport (ANC) in Anchorage, Alaska. The proposed work may include: Adjust utilities, as needed Rehabilitate Taxilane E from Taxilane V to Taxiway L Evaluate the storm drains with CCTV inspections and repair/replace pipes and/or manholes, as needed Replace taxiway centerline and edge lights Replace signs and markings Geotechnical investigation: drill approximately 18 test holes and 13 pavement cores This proposed project will comply with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act; Executive Orders: 11990 (Wetlands Protection), 11988 (Floodplain Protection), 12898 (Environmental Justice), 11593 (Historic Preservation), 13084 (Consultation and coordination with Indian Tribal Governments), the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Fish and

Wildlife Coordination Act, and U.S. DOT Act Section 4(f). Construction on the proposed project is anticipated to begin in the summer of 2025. To ensure that all possible factors are considered in the environmental document, please provide written comments to the following address by February 29, 2024. Brian Elliott, Regional Environmental Manager DOT&PF Preliminary Design & Environmental P.O. Box 196900 Anchorage, Alaska 99519-6900 Brian.elliott@alaska.gov If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact Kimberly Satterfield, P.E., Project Manager, at 269-0623 or kimberly.satterfield@alaska.gov It is the policy of the DOT&PF that no person shall be excluded from participation in, or be denied benefits of any and all programs or activities we provide based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, ability, or national origin, regardless of the funding source including Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Highway Administration and State of Alaska Funds. The DOT&PF complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with a hearing impairment can contact DOT&PF at our Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (907) 269-0473