Members in Districts 1, 2 and 3 elected their representatives to the Board of Directors on June 10. Learn more about your candidates below.
Members in Districts 4 and 7 will elect their representatives in 2009. Districts 5 and 6 will hold their elections in 2010.
![]() Dan Osborne - Incumbent Nominated by committee 1107 Pika Road Answers to Survey Questions |
Dan recently retired after 37 years as a Research Project Engineer at the University of Alaska's Geophysical Institute. He was educated at the College of San Mateo and the University of Alaska. He enjoys fly fishing, operating steam railroad locomotives, kayaking, camping and mountain climbing. He has a special interest in historic preservation and science education. Dan has served on GVEA's Board of Directors since 1981 in the offices of Director, Treasurer and Vice Chairman, as well as CEO Review Chair. Additionally, since 1999, he's served as Treasurer, President, Fireman and Engineer for the Friends of the Tanana Valley Railroad. Dan has lived in Alaska for 40 years. |
![]() Roy Roehl Withdrawn |
Roy Roehl, nominated by committee, withdrew from the election for personal reasons. Golden Valley Electric received the withdrawl after the deadline for either the nominating committee to submit another candidate or for a member to run by petition. |
![]() Frank Abegg Nominated by committee 3512 Ida Lane Answers to Survey Questions |
Frank is a retired engineer with a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management. He holds degrees in Electrical Engineering from Bradley University and a Masters in Engineering Management from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. His personal interest and hobbies include fishing, boating, outdoor activities, reading, wood working, metal smithing, rock collecting and lapidary. He has a special interest in environmental management, energy conservation and renewable energy. Frank is a member of the Alaska Society of Professional Engineers, served as the Fairbanks North Star Borough - Becker Ridge Service Area Commissioner, FNSB Solid Waste Committee Member and is on the FEDCO Interior Energy Council Taskforce. He has also worked as a volunteer for the Fairbanks Food Bank. He has lived in Alaska for 39 years. |
![]() Tom DeLong - Incumbent Nominated by petition 2592 Doc John Road Answers to Survey Questions |
Tom is a Contracts/Office Manager for ABR, Inc. - Environmental Research and Services. He holds undergraduate degrees in Biology and Geology and a Masters of Business Administration. His interests include skate skiing, biking, table tennis, canoeing, rafting, hiking, hunting, fishing, renewable energy and hot springs. Tom is a member of the Fairbanks Nordic Ski Club and Fairbanks Interior Table Tennis. He coaches soccer, is a Breadline volunteer and works with GVEA's Scholarship Committee. He has lived in Alaska for 30 years. |
![]() Lee Santoro Nominated by committee 635 Gradelle Avenue Answers to Survey Questions |
Lee is a Telecommunications Engineer with the State of Alaska. He holds a degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on Power Generation from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. His interests include electronics design, music, scuba diving and construction management. Lee is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, Alaska Association of Professional Engineers, National Association of Professional Engineers, International Association of Electrical Inspectors, Building Industry Consulting Service International Inc., and the UAF Face Off Club. He also works with the Boy Scouts of America, Door of Hope Church and UAF Engineering and Athletics. He has been in Alaska for 40 years. |
![]() Ken Rydberg Nominated by committee 870 Mary Drive Answers to Survey Questions |
Ken is a retired Structural Civil Engineer. He holds an Associates degree in Civil Engineering from the Wentworth Institute and undergraduate and Masters degrees in Civil Engineering from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. His interests include sports, fishing and hunting. Ken has been a member of Pioneers of Alaska since 1995 and is also a member of Moore St. Seniors Board of Directors. He's a member of UAF's Face off Club and Alumni Association. He's a past member of FMATS and the FNSB Solid Waste Committee, Fairbanks Boy Scout Executive Council, Fairbanks Food Bank and Rescue Mission. He served on GVEA's Member Advisory Committee from 2005 to 2007. Ken has lived in Alaska for 45 years. |
![]() Rick Schikora - Incumbent Nominated by committee 1245 Airline Drive Answers to Survey Questions |
Rick is a Certified Public Accountant and makes up the second half of Warwick & Schikora, CPAs. He holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. His interests include bow hunting, fishing and flying. He belongs to numerous hunting groups and is interested in land management issues. Rick has been on GVEA's Board of Directors for 22 years during which time he's served as Chairman and Treasurer. He has served with the Alaska Power Association's Resolutions Committee, Natural Gas Working Group and Insurance Exchange. He has been the Chairman of the Alaska Railbelt Energy authority Joint Action Agency since its formation three years ago. He's a life member of the NRA, AK Trappers Association, Golden North Archery Association, Alaska Outdoor Council and Pioneers of Alaska Igloo #4, as well as several other community groups. He has lived in Alaska for 57 years. |
