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Notice of Public Open House-Nordale Road/Peede Road Intersection Improvements

What is this notice about?

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is holding a public open house on November 18, 2026, in North Pole about a plan to build a roundabout where Nordale Road meets Peede Road. People can learn about the project, ask staff questions, and share comments. Comments are due by November 30, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

The project is in preliminary design to support its environmental document, and DOT&PF is asking for public input. DOT&PF is carrying out the federal environmental review for the project under 23 U.S.C. 327 and an April 13, 2023 agreement with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).

What action is being taken?

DOT&PF proposes to build a single-lane roundabout at the Nordale Road and Peede Road intersection in North Pole. The work would include Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements, better drainage, new signs and updated roadside hardware, utility improvements, clearing vegetation as needed, and buying more right-of-way if necessary. Material sites are expected to be provided by the contractor. Project numbers: NFHWY00948/0653009.

Who is involved: Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF); Federal Highway Administration (FHWA); residents and road users near the Nordale Road/Peede Road intersection in North Pole

How can the public respond?

Respond by Mon, Nov 30, 2026 22 days from today.

“Please submit comments by November 30, 2026”

Ways to respond

  • In person Comment sheets provided at the open house, North Star Volunteer Fire Department Station, 2358 Bradway Rd, North Pole, AK 99705, on November 18, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:00pm
  • Email ethan.graetz@alaska.gov
  • Mail Ethan Graetz, P.E., Engineering Manager, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, 2301 Peger Road, Fairbanks AK 99709-5316
  • Phone (907) 451-2281; Text Telephone (TDD): 771 or 1-800-770-8973

What to include

All public comments will be recorded, transcribed, become part of the public record, and may be subject to a Freedom of Information Act request. If you need a reasonable accommodation or special changes to take part in the open house, contact the project manager at least 10 days before you need it. To communicate by text telephone, dial TTY 711 or 1-800-770-8973.

Contact

Ethan Graetz, P.E., Engineering Manager
Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities
ethan.graetz@alaska.gov
(907) 451-2281
2301 Peger Road, Fairbanks AK 99709-5316

Will there be public meetings?

  • Open house: Wed, Nov 18, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:00pm
    North Star Volunteer Fire Department Station, 2358 Bradway Rd, North Pole, AK 99705
    Attend in person. Project staff will be available to answer questions, and comment sheets will be provided.

Key dates

  • Nov 18, 2026: Public open house, 5:30pm – 7:00pm, North Star Volunteer Fire Department Station, North Pole
  • Nov 30, 2026: Deadline to submit comments

Original notice text

Notice for Public Open House Nordale Road/Peede Road Roundabout (HSIP) NFHWY00948/0653009 Wednesday, November 18th, 2026 5:30pm – 7:00pm North Star Volunteer Fire Department Station 2358 Bradway Rd, North Pole, AK 99705 The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) invites you to join us for an OPEN HOUSE to learn about the proposed project to construct a roundabout at the intersection of Nordale Road and Peede Road in North Pole, Alaska. Proposed project elements include: • Construct a single-lane roundabout at the Nordale Road and Peede Road intersection. • Provide Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements • Improve drainage in and around the intersection. • Install new signage and update roadside hardware as necessary. • Make necessary utility improvements. • Clear vegetation, as needed to accommodate construction. • Acquire additional right-of-way, if necessary. Material sites for this project are anticipated to be contractor-furnished. The project is currently working through preliminary design in support of the environmental document, and we would appreciate your input. Project staff will be in attendance and available to answer your questions. Comment sheets will be provided at the meeting, or comments can be made through by contacting: Ethan Graetz, P.E.Engineering Manager Department of Transportation and Public Facilities 2301 Peger Road, Fairbanks AK 99709-5316 Telephone: (907) 451-2281 Text Telephone (TDD): 771 or 1-800-770-8973 Email: ethan.graetz@alaska.gov Please submit comments by November 30, 2026 The project complies with the following Executive Orders (EO): EO 11990, Notice of Wetland Involvement EO 11593, Protection and Enhancement of the Cultural Environment EO 11988, Floodplain Management EO 13112, Invasive Species, as amended by EO 13751 All public comments received will be recorded, transcribed, become part of the public record, and may be subject to Freedom of Information Act Request. The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by the applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by the DOT&PF pursuant to 23 U.S.C 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated April 13, 2023, and executed by FHWA and DOT&PF. It is the policy of DOT&PF that no one shall be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, regardless of the funding source, including Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and State of Alaska funds. Title VI Nondiscrimination Policy: dot.alaska.gov/tvi_statement.shtml. To file a complaint, visit dot.alaska.gov/cvlrts/titlevi.shtml. If you require reasonable accommodation and/or special modifications to participate in this public open house, please contact the project manager listed above. You should make your request at least 10 days before the accommodation is needed in order to make any necessary arrangements. To communicate by text telephone, dial TTY 711 or 1-800-770-8973.

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