Sec. 19.05.040. Powers of department.

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The department may

(1)acquire property;

(2)exercise the power of eminent domain;

(3)take immediate possession of real property, or any interest in real property under a declaration of taking or by other lawful means;

(4)acquire rights-of-way for present or future use;

(5)control access to highways;

(6)regulate roadside development;

(7)preserve and maintain the scenic beauty along state highways;

(8)dispose of property acquired for highway purposes;

(9)accept and dispose of federal funds or property available for highway construction, maintenance, or equipment;

(10)enter into contracts or agreements relating to highways with the federal government, municipalities, a political subdivision, or with a foreign government, if the contract is approved by the federal government;

(11)establish, levy, and collect tolls, fees, charges, and rentals for the use of state roads, highways, bridges, tunnels, crossings, and causeways;

(12)award and administer grants authorized by appropriation by the legislature; and

(13)exercise any other power necessary to carry out the purpose of AS 19.05 — AS 19.25 .