JANUARY DISTRIBUTION
Dividend Distribution to all Shareholders (Class A, Class B, and Class C) of $5.00 per share.
Distribution date is January 27, 2017 – Direct deposits will be made and checks will be mailed on that date.
If you have any question please feel free to give us a call at 907-486-2530.
Otto Charles (Ole) Mahle, age 77, died peacefully on December 26, 2016 surrounded by family and friends at Providence Kodiak Island Hospital in Kodiak. He fought valiantly against lymphoma since being diagnosed in August, but succumbed to the complications brought on by chemotherapy and pulmonary fibrosis.
Ole was born August 21, 1939 in Kodiak, Alaska to Otto Mahle of Kodiak and Tatiana Sundberg of the old village of Afognak. Life in those days was simple and included playing with toy boats and rowing along the shoreline and around Near Island with his dear friend Julius Anderson. World War II and the immense presence of U.S. troops in and around Kodiak influenced Ole’s lifelong interest in war history, particularly in Alaska.
Ole spent his entire life living in his beloved Kodiak and graduated from Kodiak High School in 1958 with, among others, his lifelong friend Roger Malutin. Tales of playing basketball for Coach Joe Floyd, swimming all day in Island Lake, and kindnesses shared from teachers like Mrs. Springhill are just a few stories told over the years.
Enlisting during high school, he proudly served in the National Guard for eight years alongside other local Kodiak and village boys, and happened to be in a training session in Anchorage during the Great Alaska Earthquake. They were on the first plane to land in Kodiak after the event and flew home not knowing what, if anything, they would find of their hometown after the devastating tidal wave.
Working hard was never an issue for Ole. As a young boy he first fished with his dad, hand pulling a seine. Later he fished with Thorvold Olsen and others, and was well respected for his strength and navigational skills. He was employed by Kadiak Fisheries and spent time in Chignik, Port Baily and Shearwater. In addition to fishing, he also worked at Kraft’s before taking long-term employment at the City of Kodiak, retiring as the Foreman of the Public Works Department in 1997 after 26 years of service.
In January 1958, a beautiful redhead showed up in the halls of KHS and changed Ole’s life. At first site Ole stated, “I’m going to marry that girl!” After a friendship was developed in their senior year, Becky’s Coast Guard father was transferred to Portland, Maine. They continued their friendship through correspondence, until one day, Ole decided to fly across the country and visit her in person and ask her to marry him. He had pre-arranged with his buddy Robbie King to be available, so when she agreed he showed up in time for them to be married on November 10, 1960. Ole, Becky and Robbie were joined by Becky’s sister Norma, and Norma’s husband on a road trip to Seattle and flew to their new home of Kodiak. During the first years of their marriage, Ole was the winter watchman of Shearwater Cannery in Kiluda Bay. There, they met folks from Old Harbor who became lifelong friends.
They moved to town permanently soon after their first son, Leeland, was born in 1962. Ole and Becky bought Ole’s childhood house on Mission Road, which was built by his dad, and there they raised all three of their children. Though offered opportunities to buy and run fishing boats, Ole opted to take up work in town that allowed him to be home and an integral part of raising their family. Fishing was deferred for his ‘vacation’ days in the summer during the peak of the season.
While raising his own children, Ole influenced many others along the way as a coach for numerous Little Dribblers teams and umpiring for Little League. Hardly missing a single ball game his children played, he was often heard cheering and encouraging his own children as well as other players. Raising their three children and seeing them excel as leaders in their chosen professions and contributing to life here in Kodiak was among his greatest self proclaimed accomplishments. He was also an original board member of the Natives of Kodiak, Inc., council member for the Sun’aq Tribe of Kodiak, and a lifelong member of the Elk’s. Ole continued to teach children and learn from others during his many summers participating in summer camp at Dig Afognak.
Life on Kodiak never got boring for Ole. Boat rides in the M/V Becky M. and firewood hunting filled his weekends. Eventually, he took up four wheeling and traversed every single possible trail, more than once! His enthusiasm for riding and love for exploring Kodiak from another angle led to new friendships and some crazy stories! Later, Ole and Becky were seen almost daily headed ‘out the road,’ a favorite pastime that never grew old. They noticed the beauty of the island and the changes of the seasons on each ride.
He is preceded in death by both of his parents, his three older brothers Fred, Charlie, and Marvin Meyer, and his older sister Mary Frost. Ole is survived by his wife of 56 years, Becky, and their three children Lee, Charlie, and Teri (Eric) Schneider. They celebrated their 13 grandchildren including Christi (Brian) Vitt, Kelvin, Jacob (Rachel), Alexandria (Richie) Pillans, Mary Liz Dehning, Richana, Brandon, Jeremy, Jillian, LJ, Patrick (Jordan), Tatiana, and Natalia Schneider. Ole was surrounded in love by his nine great-grandchildren including Ethan, Brooke, and Luke Vitt, Chloe and Ricky Pillans, Ashley and Ryan Dehning, Amelia Luna, and Otto J. Mahle. Ole is also survived by his sister Lydia Pemberton along with her children and grandchildren, and their nieces Joy Parker and Charlene Stanton and nephew Marvin Frost among other nieces, nephews, and numerous cousins including Carl Ellison and Esther Denato. Becky’s sister Norma and her husband Ken were not only family, but also dear friends.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Carol Jeurgens and her KIMA team for their compassionate care and friendship, as well as the incredible professionals at Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center.
With tax filing season at hand, one of the recurring questions we get in the Shareholder Department is about 1099 Forms. In the past Koniag has not issued 1099‐DIV forms to Shareholders when dividends were determined to be non‐taxable. That is again the case for 2016.
Koniag is issuing the following informational forms to Shareholders to report 2016 payments:
‐‐1099‐MISC—To report Shareholder prizes, 7(j) resource distributions and non‐employee compensation
‐‐1099‐DIV—To report corporate dividend payments disbursed in 2016 for an estate that is now settled which relate to a prior year when the distribution was taxable.
PLEASE NOTE that the regular corporate distribution paid out in January of 2016 was not taxable and therefore the amount is NOT being reported on a form 1099‐DIV. If the only payment you received during 2016 was the January distribution, then you will not be receiving any 1099 form from Koniag.
Koniag mails IRS forms 1099‐MISC and 1099‐DIV (if applicable) to Shareholders by the required due date of January 31, 2017 for the 2016 tax year. If you have not received your form by February 6, 2017, please contact the Shareholder Department so that your address can be verified. Koniag cannot provide tax advice and Shareholders are encouraged to consult with a tax advisor regarding individual circumstances.
Alberta Bella Laktonen, age 86, died peacefully in her Everett, WA home on January 17, 2017 after a short illness. She was born Belagaya Alberta Aga to John and Alice (Malutin) Aga on April 6, 1930 in Karluk, AK. When her father got a job at the cannery, her family moved to Larsen Bay, AK, where she lived and worked for most of her younger years.
At age 16, she married the love of her life, Nicholas Laktonen, on the mailboat Shuyak in what was then international waters. The happy couple, best man, and witnesses wore their best raingear. Alberta and Nicholas didn’t have rings to exchange, and the groom didn’t have enough money for the ceremony (luckily the bride did), but they had enough love to keep them together for 51 years, until Nicholas passed away in 1998.
In her early married life, she trapped and skinned weasles to supplement the mainly subsistence lifestyle she and her husband led. She mailed the pelts to Sears and Roebuck catalog with a list of items she wanted in return, including shoes and a set of dishes. Though she had no idea what the pelts were worth, she was overjoyed when she received all of the items she requested.
She started her working life at the Larsen Bay Cannery, but when it was proposed that she would be moved from the mess hall to the laundry facility, she quit and decided to start her own fishing business. Despite starting with no experience, no gear, and the added responsibility of caring for her young children, she had a successful career as a set netter in Larsen Bay for over 40 years.
In her later years, Alberta often pondered that she used to lift 200 pound anchors and haul 100 pound propane tanks, “but now a loaf of bread is heavy!” Despite her petite 5’3” frame she was a physical powerhouse. Emotionally she was also an amazingly strong woman. Though life was not easy for her, she always found the best in her situation and those around her. She had a positive outlook and enjoyed making those around her laugh and smile, even strangers she came across who might need some cheering up.
She liked to explain that when she got married at a young age she didn’t know how to cook or do many household tasks. With lots of practice she blossomed into a talented cook. Her family would be so grateful when returning to the village after an extended fishing opening, exhausted and hungry, to hear her answering their call over the CB radio with her identifier “Jack Frost Creek,” then inviting them directly to her home for a hot meal. She enjoyed baking and mailing Christmas cookies and kulich (Russian Easter bread) to her grandchildren.
Alberta almost never missed a Mariners or Seahawks game on TV, and also attended several Mariners games with her son, Jerry. She showed pride in her teams by wearing and displaying their gear.
One of her favorite words was “BINGO!” She got to yell it quite often over the years. She enjoyed going to play bingo with her late sister, Agnes, and had many friends at the local bingo hall.
Alberta was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas Laktonen, and son, Nicholas Laktonen, Jr. She is survived by her children Karen Warren, Jerry Laktonen, and Judy Cota; grandchildren Dino Cantu, Nick Cantu, Alberta Laktonen, LaRita Laktonen, Ana Myers, April Laktonen Counceller, Melissa Laktonen, and Armando Cota; many nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, and many extended family members in Norway.
CALL FOR SHAREHOLDER PROPOSALS
SHAREHOLDER PROPOSALS ACCEPTED
Koniag is accepting Shareholder proposals for the 2017 Annual Meeting to be held on October 7, 2017 in Anchorage, Alaska. In accordance with Section 2.13.1 of Koniag’s Bylaws, proposals must be included on the agenda and must meet the following criteria:
Shareholder proposals will be subject to review for compliance with these requirements. If you have questions about the form of the petitions or resolutions, please call Lavonda Beukers at (907) 561-2668 or e-mail her at Lavonda@koniag.com. Proposals should be submitted to:
Koniag Inc.
3800 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 502 Anchorage, Alaska 99503
ATTN: Lavonda Beukers
E-Mail: Lavonda@koniag.com
or
Koniag Inc.
194 Alimaq Drive Kodiak, Alaska 99615
ATTN: Lavonda Beukers
E-Mail: Lavonda@koniag.com Fax: 907-562-5258
Koniag is currently seeking a Shareholder Records Administrator for the Anchorage Office. Job Summary: The Shareholder Records Administrator is responsible for providing support to the Corporate & Shareholder Records Director and Shareholder Services Department to maintain the Corporation’s stockholder records, database, and corporate records as needed. This job is placed in our Anchorage Office.
Provide excellent customer service and promote positive public relations by providing information, assistance referrals and guidance as appropriate.
Some of the essential functions:
Responsible for processing stock transfers in accordance with Alaska Law and corporate policies. Maintain Shareholder Database with current and accurate information and ensure the integrity of the database and associated files including adhering to established corporate records management practices and schedules, conducting data integrity audits and providing reports as needed. Ensure all Shareholder inquiries and communications are answered and documented in a timely manner. Assist with Shareholder Services in accordance with established policies and provide assistance to Shareholders and their stock recipients.
For more information see link.
2017 Board Seat Application Packet
This packet contains the application form necessary to apply for a seat on the
Koniag, Inc. Board of Directors plus information pertinent to being a
Koniag Director. The application deadline is March 15, 2017 by 5:00 pm
_2017 Board Seat Application Packet MASTER
Memorial: Walter was laid to rest at the Old Harbor Cemetery with his Sons Stan R. Stanley and Walter George Stanley, Jr., Parents George Stanley, Nida Chya, Step-Father Paul Chya, Sr., Half Siblings Sally Johansen, Marilyn Chya, Melvin Chya, Franklin Matfay, two other siblings who died as infants.
My Dad was a retired fisherman who also worked with Kodiak Island School District as the janitor in Old Harbor and was the school bus driver; at one time he was the boarding parent for the Kodiak Island Boarding school, before his death he was very much involved with his community and served on the Old Harbor Elders Trust Committee and really enjoyed the Elders & Youth Convention and Alaska Federation of Natives, liked having coffee with his friends in Old Harbor and playing bingo, sports fishing, and walking when he was able. He is truly missed by his family and friends.
Children’s names: Brenda & John Collinge, Sheila & Roger Tapia
Other survivors: Grandchildren & Great-Grandchildren Sasha Oberholtzer, Jeremy Collinge, Johnny Collinge, Jeremy McMillan, Jr., Natasha Mingus, Anesia Kvasnikoff, Katie Kvasnikoff, Breanna Kvasnikoff.
Siblings: Clydia VonScheele, Sharon Andrewvitch, Tom Chya, Steven Chya, Lillian McGraw, close Family Members David Capjohn, Sr., Ralph Capjohn and Many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Many Thanks,
Brenda Collinge
Alaska Native Corporation 8a Graduates
Alaska Business Monthy February 2017 edition
Koniag CEO Elizabeth Perry says, “We own 100 percent of our government sector companies, and those companies return earnings to our parent company, Koniag Inc. They are one of our largest sectors, and their contribution allows Koniag to provide benefits to our shareholders, including scholarships, internships, and job training.”
With tax filing season at hand, one of the recurring questions we get in the Shareholder Department is about 1099 Forms. In the past Koniag has not issued 1099‐DIV forms to Shareholders when dividends were determined to be non‐taxable. That is again the case for 2016.
Koniag is issuing the following informational forms to Shareholders to report 2016 payments:
‐‐1099‐MISC—To report Shareholder prizes, 7(j) resource distributions and non‐employee compensation
‐‐1099‐DIV—To report corporate dividend payments disbursed in 2016 for an estate that is now settled which relate to a prior year when the distribution was taxable.
PLEASE NOTE that the regular corporate distribution paid out in January of 2016 was not taxable and therefore the amount is NOT being reported on a form 1099‐DIV. If the only payment you received during 2016 was the January distribution, then you will not be receiving any 1099 form from Koniag.
Koniag mails IRS forms 1099‐MISC and 1099‐DIV (if applicable) to Shareholders by the required due date of January 31, 2017 for the 2016 tax year. If you have not received your form by February 6, 2017, please contact the Shareholder Department so that your address can be verified. Koniag cannot provide tax advice and Shareholders are encouraged to consult with a tax advisor regarding individual circumstances.
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CALL FOR SHAREHOLDER PROPOSALS
SHAREHOLDER PROPOSALS ACCEPTED
Koniag is accepting Shareholder proposals for the 2017 Annual Meeting to be held on October 7, 2017 in Anchorage, Alaska. In accordance with Section 2.13.1 of Koniag’s Bylaws, proposals must be included on the agenda and must meet the following criteria:
Shareholder proposals will be subject to review for compliance with these requirements. If you have questions about the form of the petitions or resolutions, please call Lavonda Beukers at (907) 561-2668 or e-mail her at Lavonda@koniag.com. Proposals should be submitted to:
Koniag Inc.
3800 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 502 Anchorage, Alaska 99503
ATTN: Lavonda Beukers
E-Mail: Lavonda@koniag.com
or
Koniag Inc.
194 Alimaq Drive Kodiak, Alaska 99615
ATTN: Lavonda Beukers
E-Mail: Lavonda@koniag.com Fax: 907-562-5258
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Koniag is currently seeking a Shareholder Records Administrator for the Anchorage Office. Job Summary: The Shareholder Records Administrator is responsible for providing support to the Corporate & Shareholder Records Director and Shareholder Services Department to maintain the Corporation’s stockholder records, database, and corporate records as needed. This job is placed in our Anchorage Office.
Provide excellent customer service and promote positive public relations by providing information, assistance referrals and guidance as appropriate.
Some of the essential functions:
Responsible for processing stock transfers in accordance with Alaska Law and corporate policies. Maintain Shareholder Database with current and accurate information and ensure the integrity of the database and associated files including adhering to established corporate records management practices and schedules, conducting data integrity audits and providing reports as needed. Ensure all Shareholder inquiries and communications are answered and documented in a timely manner. Assist with Shareholder Services in accordance with established policies and provide assistance to Shareholders and their stock recipients.
For more information see link.
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2017 Board Seat Application Packet
This packet contains the application form necessary to apply for a seat on the Koniag, Inc. Board of Directors plus information pertinent to being a Koniag Director. The application deadline is March 15, 2017 by 5:00 pm.
Download Board Application Packet
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Alaska Native Corporation 8a Graduates
Alaska Business Monthy February 2017 edition
Koniag CEO Elizabeth Perry says, “We own 100 percent of our government sector companies, and those companies return earnings to our parent company, Koniag Inc. They are one of our largest sectors, and their contribution allows Koniag to provide benefits to our shareholders, including scholarships, internships, and job training.”
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JANUARY DISTRIBUTION
Dividend Distribution to all Shareholders (Class A, Class B, and Class C) of $5.00 per share.
Distribution date is January 27, 2017 – Direct deposits will be made and checks will be mailed on that date.
If you have any question please feel free to give us a call at 907-486-2530.
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3/22- Larsen Bay Tribal Building 10am-2pm
3/23 – Kodiak Near Island Office 3-7pm 3/24 Ouzinkie Community Center 10am-2pm
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With tax filing season at hand, one of the recurring questions we get in the Shareholder Department is about 1099 Forms. In the past Koniag has not issued 1099‐DIV forms to Shareholders when dividends were determined to be non‐taxable. That is again the case for 2016.
Koniag is issuing the following informational forms to Shareholders to report 2016 payments:
‐‐1099‐MISC—To report Shareholder prizes, 7(j) resource distributions and non‐employee compensation
‐‐1099‐DIV—To report corporate dividend payments disbursed in 2016 for an estate that is now settled which relate to a prior year when the distribution was taxable.
PLEASE NOTE that the regular corporate distribution paid out in January of 2016 was not taxable and therefore the amount is NOT being reported on a form 1099‐DIV. If the only payment you received during 2016 was the January distribution, then you will not be receiving any 1099 form from Koniag.
Koniag mails IRS forms 1099‐MISC and 1099‐DIV (if applicable) to Shareholders by the required due date of January 31, 2017 for the 2016 tax year. If you have not received your form by February 6, 2017, please contact the Shareholder Department so that your address can be verified. Koniag cannot provide tax advice and Shareholders are encouraged to consult with a tax advisor regarding individual circumstances.
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The Anchorage Office is seeking a Office Administrator. See link for more information.
The Kodiak Brown Bear Center is seeking a Lead Guide. See link for more information.
Or see Careers link on our website.
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We are happy to announce that the 7(j) Distribution to Class B Shareholders (only) will be $16.32 per share. Below is more information regarding the distribution.
• Distribution date is June 30, 2017 – Direct deposits will be made and checks will be mailed or available for pick up on that date.
• Changes to address and direct deposit information deadline – 5pm, June 21, 2017.
• My Koniag will be unavailable to make updates by Shareholders between after 5 pm June 21st and available after 5 pm June 30, 2017.
• Shareholders will have to wait until July 12th to let us know that they have not yet received their distribution so we can request a stop pay and re- issue to the new address and are included in the July 14th check run.
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We are currently seeking to hire a Human Resources and Benefits Manager in our Anchorage office.
The HR and Benefits Manager is a functional partner to the business leadership of KI and KWA. This role will support the management team by providing human resource services such as HR consultancy, benefits management, policy development, program development and implementation pertaining to employment, compensation, benefits, performance management, employee relations, and recruiting/retention, and to ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws.
To apply for this job:
http://www.koniag.com/employment/
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