What is this notice about?
The Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Corrections, Jennifer Winkelman, has handed off her authority to decide one specific public records appeal to Jacob Wyckoff. The appeal was filed by the Alaska Correctional Officers Association after the department denied its public records request on July 31, 2025. This delegation started immediately and ends when the appeal is finished.
Why was this notice issued?
The Alaska Correctional Officers Association appealed the department's July 31, 2025 denial of its request for records under the Alaska Public Records Act (AS 40.25.100 – 40.25.295). Under state regulation 2 AAC 96.345, the Commissioner decides such appeals, and she chose to delegate that duty.
What action is being taken?
The Commissioner is delegating her authority and duties under 2 AAC 96.345 to Jacob Wyckoff so he can decide the Alaska Correctional Officers Association's public records appeal. The delegation is effective immediately and will expire when the appeal is concluded.
Who is involved: Jennifer Winkelman, Commissioner, Alaska Department of Corrections; Jacob Wyckoff (delegate); Alaska Correctional Officers Association (appellant)
How can the public respond?
This notice does not ask for public comment. It is for information only. Read the original notice for details.
Will there be public meetings?
The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.
Key dates
- Jul 31, 2025: Date of the department's denial of the Alaska Correctional Officers Association's public records request.
- Oct 9, 2025: Delegation of authority signed and effective immediately.
- Oct 10, 2025: Notice published.
Original notice text
This summary was written by an AI model (Claude) from the official notice text. This is general information, not legal advice. Always confirm deadlines and instructions in the official notice. Legal disclaimer.