Name: Claire Mueller, SR/WA

Nominated By: Andrew Fraiser, SR/WA

IRWA Participation:

• Chapter 49 Newsletter Chair (2013-2014)

• Chapter 49 Secretary (2014-2015)

• Chapter 49 Treasurer (2015-Present)

• Region 7 INEC Vice-Chair & Representative (2019-Present)

• Instrumental in organizing 50th Anniversary Celebration for Chapter 49

• Near perfect attendance for all chapter meetings and events

• A key contributor to all Chapter 49 functions

• Attended 6 IRWA International Education Conferences

Professional Experience:

• DOWL (2013-Present)

• Real Estate Services Manager and Broker

From Andrew Fraiser, SR/WA: “I have watched Mrs. Mueller grow from an entry-level ROW agent to a leader in the profession. Mrs. Mueller’s services are sought by many clients. Her leadership in the chapter extends beyond her many roles.”

Name of Project: Knik-Goose Bay Road Reconstruction Phase I – Fairview Loop to Centaur Avenue

Name of Organizations: Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) & Electric Power Systems, Inc. (EPS)

Nominated By: Fred Mortimer, AICP, SR/WA (EPS)

Summary: This project was selected for its unique nature and variety of complex challenges. Being the top priority infrastructure project for the State of Alaska, the ROW acquisition process was expedited to every extent possible by utilizing DOT&PF’s Acquisition Incentive Program to acquire 137 parcels. The first offer for acquisition was made June 23, 2020 and the last was transmitted October 27, 2021, all completed during the height of the COVID pandemic. Acquisitions required a number of complex title clearing efforts and only three were referred to the AG’s office for condemnation proceedings. The project also required five complex business relocations including an automotive repair facility, a seamstress shop, a Subway restaurant, a tattoo shop, and a taekwondo school.

Name: ENSTAR Natural Gas Company

Nominated By: Andrew Fraiser, SR/WA

Summary: ENSTAR has three ROW staff members, all of which are IRWA members. In 2021, ENSTAR paid 100% of course fees for 6 courses including 900, 603, 800, 801, and 103. It supports employee participation in the IRWA, attendance at meetings, forums, and conferences. Engagement in the chapter is encouraged and its value is recognized by management. ENSTAR has a long tradition of supporting the IRWA starting with Dan Westervelt and Manny Lopez, and now continuing through Andrew Fraiser, Sterling Lopez, and Jimmy Christopher.