DAN ZIPAY

SUMMARY

Over 40 years of municipal, state, and federal project management experience,

overseeing more than $150 million in business transactions relating to refuse and material

handling. I bring my skills, leadership, national contacts with waste industry leaders, and

experience to bear in the management of Anchorage Solid Waste Service.

EXPERIENCE

FOUNDED ALASKA WASTE - 1997

Now the state's largest waste company; managed municipal contracts (school district), as

well as private contracts; managed human resources, business development, contract

development and execution, dispute resolution, safety plans, OSHA and state compliance.

Was at the forefront of recycling in Alaska. Grew it to a multi-million dollar company before

selling it in 2009. Unusual Projects: Assisted with one of Alaska's first glass recycling

projects; transferred bio-solids for AWWU from the Point Woronzof Asplund Water

Treatment Facility to the Eagle River Landfill on an on-call basis when the processing

incinerator would require repairs.

FOUNDED ALASKA POWER SPORTS - 1983

Largest Polaris snow machine dealership in North America. Sold in 1992.

FOUNDED ALASKA PRO TRUCK - 1979-PRESENT

A commercial trucking business in Anchorage, including work at Anchorage International

Airport, Port of Alaska, and JBER. Unusual Projects: hauled all the aggregate for the

windmills on Fire Island. Accompanied truck to Louisiana to assist in cleanup from

Hurricane Katrina and was on station for three months in New Orleans.

ACTING DIRECTOR FOR SOLID WASTE SERVICES - AUGUST 2021-PRESENT

Working to keep costs down on new CTS construction; enacting more stringent oversight

of overdue accounts receivable and instituting a new and improved safety protocol to help

minimize risk; establishing more direct contact with all personnel and working with other

MOA utilities to share personnel completing the same position description; streamlining

overtime costs; negotiating a satisfactory solution toa four year dispute with Alaska

Department of Environmental Conservation.

Current Duty Fulfillment as Acting Director of Solid Waste Services:

30% Plan and direct the activities of the Solid Waste Department

20% Oversee the preparation of and monitor the department budget

DAN ZIPAY

20% Oversee the planning and implementation of equipment purchases and

maintenance programs

10% Establish priorities for solid waste projects

10% Plan and evaluate departmental staffing requirements

10% Interacts with the Mayor, Municipal Manager, Assembly, and public

EDUCATION

DIMOND HIGH SCHOOL - CLASS OF 1973

PRIVATE PILOT'S LICENSE

CLASS A CDL

MOA CERTIFIED SEPTIC AND WATER INSTALLATION

COMMUNITY SERVICE

ACTIVE PARTICIPANT IN ANNUAL CITY WIDE CLEAN UP

VOLUNTEER HOCKEY AND AOR BASEBALL COACH FIVE-

TIME IRON DOG CHAMPION

IRON DOG HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE/ BOARD OF DIRECTORS/ ARMY NATIONAL

GUARD AMBASSADOR RIDER

501 C3 VOLUNTEER AT BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA AND MOOSE MAMA'S OF

ALASKA

Jeannette Cooley

October 18, 2021

Honorable Members of The Anchorage Assembly,

I have known Dan Zipay for over 30 years. I have had the privilege to work directly for him in the waste industry through Alaska Waste Transfer, and alongside him as a colleague and competitor in the trucking industry. I personally feel that much of what I have brought to these industries, as a business owner, is in large part to his example and experience.

I have worked in the waste industry as an accountant, office manager, contract administrator, and purchasing representative serving private and public accounts. Each service contract and customer were treated with the same respect and accountability from the Anchorage School District to the single homeowner. I was proud to work for Mr. Zipay because his work ethic and determination was in line with my own, and the business thrived for it. He built a household name in Alaska out of an opportunity.

In the trucking industry, you cannot find an experienced contractor or driver who is not aware of Mr. Zipay. His status is almost legendary. His experience spans over 50 years and the entire state of Alaska. He is a problem solver who has been consulted for the most difficult job completion. After 20 years of operating my own trucking company in Alaska, I can say that his skill is still unsurpassed, and his contributions are innumerable. If there were a hall of fame, he would be the first inductee.

Mr. Zipay started his waste removal company in a bold move after deregulation. He saw the potential in competitive service within the Municipality and put his experience to work for the people of Anchorage. The level of professionalism upheld by Mr. Zipay in these aspects is unparalleled. Knowing Mr. Zipay professionally and privately, I cannot see a more practical and ideal fit for his nominated position. He is the balance of frugality and innovation. His talents are complimented by his pointed focus and capacity to complete the necessary functions of any undertaking. Few can work harder; none are more qualified.

If this were my own position to fill , I would take drastic measures to secure Mr. Zipay as an asset. The selection made in his appointment has encouraged me to feel optimistic about this administration.

Respectfully,

J L 0-,t; rv,_, Jeannette Cooley Anchorage Business Owner

A§~ ANCHORAGE SAND and GRAVEL CO., INC.

October 19, 2021

Re: Letter of Reference

Dear honorable members of the Anchorage Assembly:

Anchorage Sand & Gravel Co., Inc. has worked with Dan Zipay and his companies for over the past four decades.

Dan is an intelligent and motivated individual. We have always found him to be honest and forthright. In our business we constantly have time sensitive requests and deadlines, and we rely on Dan to help us meet our customer's demands. He is organized and ready to help in a moment's notice to complete a project in a safe and efficient manner. Dan's cooperative attitude and good cheer are greatly appreciated and have played an integral pali in meeting our customers' needs. Over the many years we have had the pleasure of working with his companies we have relied on Dan to give us honest feedback and excellent customer service.

Sincerely,

~=---Vice President / General Manager

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October 18, 2021

Re: Letter of Reference

To honorable members of the Anchorage Assembly,

I am happy to provide a reference for Dan Zipay. I have worked with Dan over the past two decades in

both trucking and waste removal. Dan has been a great resource in assisting me with my business and

various obstacles I have been challenged with. I can't thank him enough for all of his assistance and

advice. Dan can handle a high volume of work and is extremely well-organized. He ran his company

with integrity and skill and I trust his opinion emphatically.

Dan has always been straightforward, honest, and dependable and I am happy to write this letter of

reference.

Best Regards,

~p;!~ Owner

October 18, 2021

Dear Honorable Members of the Anchorage Assembly,

I'm Mike Mosesian, owner of Bell's Nursery and Gifts here in Anchorage. I am writing to give my highest recommendation for Mr. Dan Zipay as Director of Solid Waste Services.

I've known Dan for 40 years. Over the years, Dan hauled gravel to my nurseries for various projects I had. He was always on time and on budget with his dump trucks. In addition, for a decade he was my carrier for waste removal from the nurseries. Again, it was a pleasure doing business with him in that respect too. I found Dan to be energetic and a straight shooter. If he tells you he'll do something, he does it. He's well-organized and has a knack for increasing efficiency and solving problems, but never at the expense of safety. He's always ready with a smile and is a natural leader. I give him my highest and sincere recommendation for Director of Solid Waste Services.

E>ells NurseD'

Sincerely,

7/u/4_ -nf &A,;_ Mike Mosesian, Owner Bell's Nursery and Gifts