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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-02-17 Council MinutesKENAI CITY COUNCIL — REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 17, 2016 — 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 MAYOR PAT PORTER, PRESIDING MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Kenai City Council was held on February 17, 2016, in City Hall Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Mayor Pat Porter called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Porter led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call There were present: Pat Porter, Mayor Henry Knackstedt Terry Bookey (telephonic) Mike Boyle (absent) A quorum was present. Also in attendance were: Rick Koch, City Manager Scott Bloom, City Attorney Sandra Modigh, City Clerk Jamie Heinz, Deputy Clerk 3. Agenda Approval Robert Molloy Tim Navarre (absent) Brian Gabriel, Vice Mayor Mayor Porter noted the following items to be added to the agenda /packet: J.1 City Manager's Report Supporting Documentation MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to approve the agenda with requested additions and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Knackstedt SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED. 4. Consent Agenda MOTION: Councilor Gabriel MOVED to approve the consent agenda and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Knackstedt SECONDED the motion. Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed. VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED. 'All items listed with an asterisk (') are considered to be routine and non - controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders. B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS 1. Holly Ward — Reintroduction of the Kenai Business Improvement Plan Holly Ward spoke in favor of reintroduction of the Kenai Business Improvement Plan for revitalization of the City; noted that the City would match up to 50% of $7,500 spent. She suggested it was a great way to give back to the City and attract people to the City. Guidelines of Soldotna's similar program were provided and referred to; it was noted that Soldotna's program had won several awards. C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS John Williams provided an update on the Fire Truck Restoration Project; also provided a history of the truck and advised it would be restored to its original white color which was the color it was when in service with the City. A listing of donations was also provided. Joe Harris spoke in favor of the City providing a matching grant to the Kenai Historical Society on behalf of the Russian Orthodox Church which is on the registry of National Historic Monuments. It was noted that there was a need for $50,000 for a fire suppression system which would preserve icons. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 2879 -2016— Accepting and Appropriating Funds Donated to the Kenai Animal Shelter. MOTION: Council Member Gabriel MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2879 -2016 and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Knackstedt. Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 2 of 8 February 17, 2016 The donors were thanked for their contribution. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Bookey NAY: MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 2. Ordinance No. 2880 -2016 — Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $1,500 in the General Fund — Fire Department for Grant from Kenai Peninsula Emergency Services, Inc. to Assist in Providing a Paramedic Refresher Course to Department Personnel. MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2880 -2016 and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Knackstedt. Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Bookey NAY: MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 3. Resolution No. 2016 -05 — Awarding an Agreement for Construction of South Beach Access Road 2015 -2016. MOTION: Council Member Gabriel MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2016 -05 and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Molloy. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed. Administration clarified that once the project was completed, all remaining funds would be transferred. VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED. 4. Resolution No. 2016 -06 —Awarding a Professional Services Contract for Airport Security Guard Services at the Kenai Municipal Airport to Guardian Security Services, Inc., for the Period March 1, 2016 through February 28, 2019. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 3 of 8 February 17, 2016 MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2016 -06 and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Molloy. Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Bookey NAY: MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. E. MINUTES 1. *Regular Meeting of January 20, 2016 Minutes were approved by the consent agenda. 2. *Regular Meeting of February 3, 2016 Minutes were approved by the consent agenda. F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None. G. NEW BUSINESS 1. *Action /Approval — Bills to be Ratified. Approved by the consent agenda. 2. *Action /Approval — Purchase Orders Exceeding $15,000. Approved by the consent agenda. 3. *Action /Approval — Renewal of Liquor License for Main Street Tap and Grill. Approved by the consent agenda. 4. *Ordinance No. 2881 -2016— Appropriating Funds in the General and Comprehensive Plan Project Funds for the Update of the 2003 City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan. Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for March 2, 2016. 5. Action /Approval — Revise the Meeting Start Time for the Airport Commission from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., as Requested by the Commission and Pursuant to Council Policy 2016 -01. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 4 of 8 February 17, 2016 MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve the start time for the Airport Commission to 6:00 p.m., as requested by the Commission and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Molloy. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Bookey NAY: MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 6. Action /Approval — Recording Work Sessions of Commissions and Committees where the Comprehensive Plan Revision is the Topic of Discussion until the Comprehensive Plan is Adopted by City Council. It was noted that a request had been made by a resident, to record the work sessions and make them available on the website. It was clarified that staff would be present at all meetings and recording would require a few extra steps. MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to direct the City Clerk to record the work sessions of commissions and committees, held in council chambers, where the Comprehensive Plan Revision is the topic of discussion, until the Comprehensive Plan is adopted by City Council, and make recordings available on website. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Bookey. It was noted that transparency through the process would be beneficial. It was suggested that it would be difficult to pass microphones and the audio recording would be difficult to follow as Robert's Rules wasn't followed. VOTE: YEA: Gabriel, Molloy, Bookey NAY: Porter, Knackstedt MOTION PASSED. 7. Action /Approval — Authorizing Vice -Mayor Gabriel to Accompany City Manager Koch to Juneau, AK to Meet with Legislators on behalf of the City. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to authorize Vice -Mayor Gabriel to accompany City Manager Koch to Juneau, AK to meet with legislators on behalf of the City and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Molloy. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 5 of 8 February 17, 2016 An overview was provided that the intent for Vice -Mayor Gabriel's attendance was to speak to legislators regarding Municipal Matching Grants, the South Beach Access project, and Board of Fisheries nominees. It was noted that Vice -Mayor Gabriel didn't attend the Alaska Municipal League meetings which would have cost $1,600 and that the cost for this trip would be $1,100. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Bookey NAY: MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 8. Discussion — Amending Title 2 of the Kenai Municipal Code — Alcoholic Beverages, to Include Provisions Regarding Marijuana. It was noted that Title 2 might be amended to include marijuana licensing in advance of license application approvals. There was suggestion that the City Attorney be consulted with any ideas. The Attorney recommended amending Title 2 to include marijuana licensing and cleaning up liquor issues; it was noted an amendment ordinance would be prepared. H. Council on Aging — It was reported that at their February 11 meeting, Geller was elected Chair and Weeks was elected Vice - Chair; there was a presentation on software which allowed signing up for activities and rides by touch screen. It was also reported that due to the recent earthquake, a generator was requested; an update on the status of the solarium and dirt pile was requested of Administration; next meeting March 10. 2. Airport Commission — It was reported that the manager addressed the commission regarding an unsolicited offer for sale of land and that the Commission supported the sale. It was also reported that the Commission recommended pulling the reserve line back off of the Kenai Spur Highway and be sold so long as future buildings have no impact on airport operations; next meeting March 10. 3. Harbor Commission — No report. 4. Parks and Recreation Commission — It was reported that Hull was elected Chair and Stephens was elected Vice - Chair. It was also reported that the Beaver Creek Park playground footprint and equipment was discussed as well as Municipal Park turf area and that the Commission supported an addition of 3/ acre of turf near the picnic pavilion; next meeting was the scheduled joint work session on 3/3. a. Kenai Outdoor Opportunity Location Committee — February 23 meeting cancelled. Next meeting was the March 3 joint work session. 5. Planning and Zoning Commission —It was reported that the February 10 meeting was cancelled; next meeting February 24 would be a regular meeting only. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 6 of 8 February 17, 2016 6. Beautification Committee— No report. 7. Mini -Grant Steering Committee — No report. REPORT OF THE MAYOR Mayor Porter reported on the following: • Thanked Vice -Mayor Gabriel for filling in for her; commended all City departments involved for their work in the aftermath of the recent earthquake. • Met with the Mayor from Lyndall, Texas and discussed ideas for advertising an industrial park. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager reported on the following: • The Russian Orthodox Church, designated a national historic monument, requested funding assistance for installation of a misting fire suppression system. • New well drilled in Beaver Creek area was producing well; limited only by size of pump; water being tested. • Juneau trip agenda included the Municipal Matching Grant program, the Bluff Erosion Project appropriation, the Personal Use Fishery and access, and Payment In Lieu of Taxes; also wanted to meet with Department of Transportation Commissioner Liuken regarding the Kenai Spur Highway project. • The Bowling Alley Request For Proposals had been published. 2. City Attorney- No report 3. City Clerk — Provided a reminder of upcoming work sessions. K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT 1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker) 2. Council Comments Council Member Molloy thanked those that spoke and participated in the meeting. Vice -Mayor Gabriel reported he hosted Coffee with the Mayor; attended a hockey tournament, welcoming the teams at a spaghetti feed; thanked Council for supporting his trip to Juneau; thanked Council Member Molloy for bringing forth the Title 2 request. L. EXECUTIVE SESSION — None Scheduled. M. PENDING ITEMS — None. N. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:26 p.m. Page 7 of 8 17. 2016 I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of February 17, 2016. S n Ira Modigh, CIVIC Clerk City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 8 of 8 February 17, 2016