HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-03-16 Council PacketAGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 16, 2016, 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
http://www.kenai.city
A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda (Public comment limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
*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 (Public comment limited to ten (10) minutes
per speaker)
1. Duane Bannock – Purchase of Airport Property
[Clerk’s Note: 15 minutes has been requested for this presentation]
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comment limited to three (3)
minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. 2882-2016 – Waiving a Sale Restriction Imposed by Kenai
Municipal Code Section 21.05.010(B) with Respect to Lot 1, Block 1, Gusty
Subdivision (KPB Parcel No. 04327008) Located within the Airport Reserve;
Authorizing the Sale of Lot 1, Block 1, Gusty Subdivision to Ronald and Shirley
Smith; and Determining that Lot 1, Block 1 Gusty Subdivision is Not Needed
for a Public Purpose. ............................................................................. Pg. 5
2. Resolution No. 2016-09 – Authorizing a $10,000 Budget Transfer within the
General Fund – Buildings Department for Professional Services as a Result of
a Personnel Vacancy. ............................................................................ Pg. 19
3. Resolution No. 2016-10 – Confirming the Assessment Roll on the VIP Drive
Lid Street Improvement Special Assessment District. ............................ Pg. 21
4. Resolution No. 2016-11 – Awarding an Agreement for Construction of First
Street Improvements 2015-2016. ........................................................... Pg. 29
5. Resolution No. 2016-12 – Consenting to the Vacation of a 25-Foot Wide by
Approximately 297-Foot Long Right-of-Way with Cul-De-Sac, which is Set
Forth on the Plat of Haddock Subdivision KDC Replat, which is Attached Here
to as Exhibit “A”. .................................................................................... Pg. 31
E. MINUTES
1. *Summary of the February 23, 2016 Work Session ............................... Pg. 53
2. *Regular Meeting of March 2, 2016 ......................................................... Pg. 57
3. *Summary of March 3, 2016 Work Session ............................................. Pg. 65
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
G. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval – Bills to be Ratified.
2. *Action/Approval – Purchase Orders Exceeding $15,000.
3. Action/Approval – Schedule Annual Employee Performance Evaluations for
the City Clerk, City Attorney, and City Manager. .................................... Pg. 67
H. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Parks and Recreation Commission
a. Kenai Outdoor Opportunity Location Committee
5. Planning and Zoning Commission
6. Beautification Committee
7. Mini-Grant Steering Committee
I. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
J. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager ...................................................................................... Pg. 71
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
L. EXECUTIVE SESSION – None Scheduled.
M. PENDING ITEMS – None.
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N. ADJOURNMENT
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INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Purchase Orders between $2,500 and $15,000 for Council Review.
2. Thank You from KCHS Hockey Team.
3. Request for Federal Subsistence Fish and Shellfish Regulatory Proposals.
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City’s website at
www.kenai.city. Copies of resolutions and ordinances are available at the City Clerk’s
Office or outside the Council Chamber prior to the meeting. For additional information,
please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 907-283-8231.
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JOINT WORK SESSION
KENAI CITY COUNCIL & AIRPORT COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR PAT PORTER, PRESIDING
NOTES
LEASE/SALE OF AIRPORT LANDS
Council present: P. Porter, T. Navarre, R. Molloy, H. Knackstedt, B. Gabriel, R. Marquis, L.
Porter, G. Feeken, J. Beilefeld, K. Dodge
Others present: City Manager R. Koch, City Attorney S. Bloom, Finance Director T.
Eubank and City Clerk S. Modigh
Mayor Porter began the work session at approximately 6:00 p.m., provided introductions of all in
attendance, and opened the floor for public comment.
Fred Braun, a local realtor, recommended that consideration of the sale of airport land outside
the airport reserve boundary should include precedent or prior history on the lease.
Rick Baldwin, a tenant of the airport, spoke in favor of the City Manager opening the
conversation on these matters for Council and the Commission to consider establishing policies.
Mr. Baldwin addressed the uncertainty for the lessee related to the cost and length of lease.
Dan Pitts, a Kenai resident, noted conflict he’s faced with his lease over the past 8 months and
the instability of the cost of the lease which is based on an appraisal system.
Derrick Leichleiter, airport lessee, advised he was new to the airport and was seeking a solid
lease from the City.
City Manager Koch advised that the Kenai Municipal Airport was a business and in the past ran
at a significant deficit. It was noted the Airport wasn’t funded by sales tax or the general fund,
but was funded by revenue. Koch reported the City had in recent years changed how the Airport
Land Sale Permanent Fund was invested which has turned around the Airport operations.
Koch reviewed the Sale of Airport Lands Administrative Policy noting that the sale of airport
lands must be in the best interest of the City.
The three following types of airport lands were reviewed:
• Airport lands inside the airport reserve boundary and inside of the airport security
fencing.
• Airport lands inside the airport reserve boundary and outside the airport security fencing.
• Airport lands outside the airport reserve boundary.
Koch advised it was not his intent to sell airport land within the reserve or within the security
fence unless a very rare situation was presented. The considerations and analysis applied for
each type, which was detailed in the memorandum included in the packet were reviewed.
Koch advised that an analysis of the following variables determine the financial return to the
Airport of a sale versus a current or future lease of airport lands:
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• Term of the analysis in years
• Raw land appraisal
• Lease rate for airport lands
• Assumed lease tern during the analysis period
• Time value of lease revenue
• Time value of sale revenue
• Appraisal increase for each five-year period.
Koch provided examples of his analysis which were provided in the meeting packet as exhibits
A-G. Koch further reviewed the historical aspect of land sales and acknowledged that airport
land sales were agreed upon; however, circumstances have changed and any sale now is
based on whether the sale would be in the best interest of the Airport.
Koch advised that the City’s appraisals are completed based on how it’s outlined in the lease
and based on raw land. Council, Administration and the Commission discussed adding
consideration of prior history of the lease and there was not consensus on the matter.
Koch provided Administrations recommendations to modify/amend existing and future airport
land leases for the following types of airport land leases:
• Airport lands inside the airport reserve boundary and inside of the airport security
fencing.
• Airport lands inside the airport reserve boundary and outside the airport security fencing.
• Airport lands outside the airport reserve boundary.
Koch advised that some of the existing terms of airport leases, and some for the terms for
airport leases adopted by Council as recommended in the 2006 Supplemental Planning
Assessment have created uncertainty for existing lessees and in some instance, have been
detrimental to potential airport leases. A recalculation of the lease rates in 2015 addressed a
number of the issues to eliminate them in the future. The following recommendations were
made by Administration for the Commission to review:
• Establish a lease provision so that lessees can request a lease extension for up to 55
years without the necessity of constructing improvements to support the extension. All
lease extensions must be mutually agreed upon by the lessee and the City.
• Establish lease provision by which, at the termination of a lease, the lessee is able to sell
their leasehold interests.
• Establish a lease provision that provides a buffer for the severe increases in lease rates.
Given that several reasons for severe increases have been eliminated, this should be a
very uncommon occurrence. Following the five-year reappraisal, lease increases shall
be limited to 20% per year, or one-fifth of the total increase, whichever is greater.
Council concurred to have Administration refer its recommendations to the Airport Commission
for review and consideration.
Additional public comment was provided:
Fred Braun advised that the Economic Strategic Development Board met this morning and
discussed why all business is going to Soldotna, and spoke in opposition about the land not
being available.
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Rick Baldwin recommended experts be brought into the conversation such as a banker when
the discussion of this subject continues. He further recommended a subcommittee be
established to review this matter.
Dan Pitts thanked everyone for their time and efforts on addressing this subject.
Mike Hassemer, Arctic Ministries, advised that trust and accountability is key and requested a
good clear lease so they could maintain their fiscal responsibilities.
Greg Mangione, SOAR, noted that he called around to other airports and agreed with Mr.
Baldwin on bringing other experts into the conversation.
Council and Commissioner comments ensued:
J. Beilefeld noted most in attendance were lessees and that the Airport was a gem and up-to-
date, but the airport needs more business. Suggested a whole new program for leasing using
the City Managers recommendations as a template; spoke in favor of consistent growth.
G. Feeken advised she thought things could move forward in a positive manner.
H. Knackstedt commented on moving this forward and looking forward to working with
Administration and the Commission.
Gabriel thanked all that attended and noted that he agreed with Administrations
recommendation.
Navarre thanked everyone in attendance and spoke in favor of a better process.
Molloy thanked Administration for the presentation and advice on the matter; thanked the
commission and the community.
K. Dodge thanked all for their input and looked forward to moving forward with the bowling alley.
Mayor thanked all that attended and Administration for their work on this matter; was hopeful for
a better balance between the City and its customers.
The work session was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Notes prepared by:
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Sandra Modigh, CMC
City Clerk
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 2, 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 March 2, 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 Robert Molloy
Henry Knackstedt Tim Navarre
Terry Bookey (absent) Brian Gabriel, Vice Mayor
Mike Boyle
A quorum was present.
Also in attendance were:
**Hannah Drury, Student Representative
Rick Koch, City Manager
Scott Bloom, City Attorney
Jamie Heinz, Deputy Clerk
3. Agenda Approval
Mayor Porter noted the following items to be added to the agenda/packet:
G.6. Discussion – Juneau Trip Report
• Supporting Documentation
D.3. Resolution No. 2016-08
• Supporting Documentation
G.5. RFP for Sale/Lease of Airport Lands – Former Bowling Alley
• Supporting Documentation
J.1. City Manager’s Report
• Supporting Documentation
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MOTION:
Council Member Molloy MOVED to approve the agenda with requested additions and requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Gabriel SECONDED the motion.
There was objection to unanimous consent.
It was suggested that the City Manager negotiate with the party that made the offer and that it be
brought back to Council after some negotiations were accomplished.
MOTION TO AMEND :
Council Member Navarre MOVED to amend the agenda by removing the executive session.
Councilor Knackstedt SECONDED the motion.
VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT:
YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Navarre
NAY: Boyle
**Student Representative Drury: YEA
MOTION PASSED.
MOTION TO AMEND :
Council Member Navarre MOVED to amend the agenda by adding an Action/Approval item
entitled City Manager to Negotiate Regarding 100 Trading Bay Road Property. Vice Mayor
Gabriel SECONDED the motion.
There was objection to the addition of the item; it was suggested the parties would not be notified.
The motion was withdrawn with consent of the second.
VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED:
YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Navarre, Boyle
NAY:
**Student Representative Drury: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. Consent Agenda
MOTION:
Vice Mayor 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.
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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
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 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.
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2881-2016 and the motion was
SECONDED by Vice Mayor Gabriel.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing.
Bob McIntosh spoke against the ordinance suggesting that approval of the ordinance funded a
process that did nothing to address the original process; noted that the last process cost $150,000
and that the voters soundly said no. He also suggested the proposed process was more flawed
and that the expected outcome could not be different from last time. It was his recommendation
to starting with town hall meetings to define a process and then go through the budget process to
appropriate funds and also that there be a citizen committee to oversee the process.
There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Administration provided an explanation of the Request for Proposal process including the
selection process, and noted the planner that worked on the previous revision was not available
for this revision.
There was suggestion that the ordinance be amended to indicate that the revision was an update
to the 2003 plan and a revision to the 2013 plan and established a new ten year plan to comply
with state statute. It was clarified that state statute indicated that Comprehensive Plans were a
Borough responsibility, that the Borough had deferred responsibility to the City and required
undertaking a periodical review. It was noted that the Borough was working off of a 2005 plan.
Administration clarified it was believed the appropriated funds would cover a significant portion of
the revision process and noted that the Borough had agreed to supply updated information which
would save on cost.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend by replacing the word, “total” with the word, “current”
in the third WHEREAS clause and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Boyle.
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VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT MOTION:
YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Boyle, Navarre
NAY:
**Student Representative Drury: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION:
YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Porter, Boyle, Navarre
NAY:
**Student Representative Drury: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Resolution No. 2016-07 – Authorizing a Budget Transfer within the General Fund –
Shop Department.
MOTION:
Vice Mayor Gabriel MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2016-07 and the motion was SECONDED
by Councilor Knackstedt. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public
hearing was closed.
It was noted that surplus funds were utilized and the department was commended.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
3. Resolution No. 2016-08 – Authorizing a Budget Transfer within the General Fund – Non-
Departmental and Legislative Departments for a Challenge Grant to be Awarded to
Russian Orthodox Sacred Sites in Alaska Inc., a Non Profit 501 (C)(3) for the Preservation
of the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, a National Historic Landmark Located
In The City Of Kenai.
MOTION:
Council Member Navarre MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2016-08 and the motion was
SECONDED by Councilor Knackstedt. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing.
Dorothy Gray thanked the Council for consideration of the Resolution; pointed out there were 49
landmarks in the United States and that the Russian Orthodox Church in Kenai was the oldest
Russian Orthodox Church in original condition in Alaska and that hundreds of visitors came to
Kenai each summer to see it. She explained that the organization planned on hosting a special
event on March 19 to discuss fire suppression systems and would announce businesses and
organizations that have donated to the project.
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There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
E. MINUTES
1.*Regular Meeting of February 17, 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. *Ordinance No. 2882-2016 – Waiving a Sale Restriction Imposed by Kenai Municipal
Code Section 21.05.010(B) with Respect to Lot 1, Block 1, Gusty Subdivision (KPB
Parcel No. 04327008) Located within the Airport Reserve; Authorizing the Sale of Lot
1, Block 1, Gusty Subdivision to Ronald and Shirley Smith; and Determining that Lot 1,
Block 1 Gusty Subdivision is Not Needed for a Public Purpose.
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for March 16, 2016.
3. *Action/Approval – Transfer of Ownership of Liquor License for Peking Restaurant.
Approved by the consent agenda.
4. Action/Approval – Purchase Orders Exceeding $15,000.
MOTION:
Council Member Navarre MOVED to approve Purchase Orders Exceeding $15,000 and the
motion was SECONDED by Councilor Knackstedt.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Navarre, Porter
NAY:
**Student Representative Drury: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
5. Discussion – Request for Proposal for the Sale/Lease of Airport Lands, Former
Bowling Alley. Administration clarified that an addendum would be issued to include an appraisal on the property, reviewed criteria rankings, noted that the property and improvements were airport property which was deeded to the City in 1968 and there needed to be monetary benefit to the Airport. Recommended an evaluation committee with 3-5 members.
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6. Discussion – Juneau Trip Report
Vice Mayor Gabriel thanked Council for supporting his travel to Juneau; noted the busy schedule. He reported that legislators were pleased with placement of new access to South Beach and that it would be ready for the 2016 season. Also provided an overview of re-appropriations of grants. Further reported that a status of the dipnet fishery was provided to Department of Fish and Game Commissioner Cotten and that suggestions were provided for continued state management of the fishery.
H. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging – No report; next meeting March 10.
2. Airport Commission – No report; next meeting March 10.
3. Harbor Commission – No report; next meeting March 7.
4. Parks and Recreation Commission – No report; next meeting was the scheduled joint
work session on March 3.
a. Kenai Outdoor Opportunity Location Committee – No report; next meeting was the
March 3 joint work session.
5. Planning and Zoning Commission – It was reported that the Commission approved a
Conditional Use Permit for an overflow parking lot for the Kenaitze Indian Tribe on
Overland Avenue; next meeting March 9.
6. Beautification Committee – No report.
7. Mini-Grant Steering Committee – It was reported that the Commission met March 2
and granted the Kenai Central High School welding class funds for more steel cut out
fish for the community.
I. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Porter reported on the following:
• Suggested the budget work session be scheduled for April 30 at 9:00 am; there
was no objection.
• Asked Council to consider dates for employee evaluations.
• Went to a coffee event hosted by the Liquid Natural Gas project.
• Swore in a new Police Officer.
• Attended Job Shadow Day sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce which
encouraged young professionals.
• Provided a Proclamation for the Lion’s Club’s fifty year celebration.
• Read to four classes at Mountain View Elementary.
• Noted that a good suggestion was provided at the work session regarding
leasing and selling airport property and suggested an Ad Hoc Committee be
formed to discuss the leasing process.
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J. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager reported on the following:
• Conversations with legislators on protection of grant re-appropriations.
• Provided legislators an update on the Bluff Stabilization Project.
• Discussed the Kenai Spur Highway Project with Alaska Department of
Transportation Commissioner Luiken; suggested a different funding scheme.
• Noted Finance Director, T. Eubank was escorting Alaska’s hockey team to the
Arctic Winer Games held in Canada and Greenland; would be out of the office
for one week.
2. City Attorney- No report.
3. City Clerk – Provided a reminder for the March 3 joint work session with City Council,
the Kenai Outdoor Opportunity Location Committee, and the Parks and Recreation
Commission.
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
Council Member Molloy thanked Vice Mayor Gabriel and City Manager R. Koch for their efforts in
Juneau as well as their reports; thanked those that spoke and expressed ideas for processes
Council Member Boyle expressed concern with selling City land, noting the requests were coming
up more frequently, more concerned with uncertain future with the Liquid Natural Gas plant, noting
the land would have more value if the project went through.
Councilor Knackstedt noted the Kenai Historical Society meeting March 5, echoed Council
Member Boyle’s concerns regarding selling airport property and suggested an opportunity for Mr.
Bannock to present the unsolicited offer to purchase City property.
Vice-Mayor Gabriel thanked those that addressed Council and noted he would be attending the
employee appreciation dinner on Friday.
Student Representative Drury noted the regional basketball tournament would be in Palmer
beginning March 5; attended the Job Shadow Day event; noted that as a part of the Pennies for
Patriots fundraiser there would be a men’s basketball game, teachers vs. students.
Councilor Navarre reported he travelled to Juneau for Alaska Municipal League where municipal
systems and revenue sharing were discussed, provided a report on the budget deficit plans. Also
thanked the Chamber of Commerce, the local schools, principals, and other participants involved
in the Job Shadow Day event to make it successful.
L. EXECUTIVE SESSION – To Discuss an Unsolicited Offer to Purchase 100 Trading Bay
Road, Kenai, AK More Specifically Described as Lot 4A Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park 2014
Replat, KN2014021, a Matter of which the Immediate Knowledge would Clearly have an
Adverse Effect Upon the Finances of the City [AS 44.62.310(c)(1)].
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[Clerk’s Note: This item was removed during approval of the agenda.]
M. PENDING ITEMS – None.
N. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:28 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of March 2,
2016.
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Jamie Heinz, CMC
Deputy Clerk
**The student representative may cast advisory votes on all matters except those subject to
executive session discussion. Advisory votes shall be cast in the rotation of the official council
vote and shall not affect the outcome of the official council vote. Advisory votes shall be recorded
in the minutes. A student representative may not move or second items during a council meeting.
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JOINT WORK SESSION
KENAI CITY COUNCIL, PARKS & RECREATION
AND THE KOOL SUBCOMMITTEE
MARCH 3, 2016 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
VICE MAYOR GABRIEL, PRESIDING
NOTES
EVENT PARK WITH PERMANENT STAGE
FEASIBILITY REPORT
Council present: P. Porter, T. Navarre, R. Molloy, H. Knackstedt, B. Gabriel,
Others present: C. Parker, A. Hull, M. Smith, S. Merry, B. Shiflea, C. Stephens, M.
Lindeman, City Manager R. Koch, Parks & Rec Director Bob Frates and
City Clerk S. Modigh
Vice Mayor Gabriel provided an introduction of all members in attendance and an overview the
evening’s proceedings.
It was noted that the Subcommittee was established by City Council via Resolution No. 2015-67
on August 19, 2015, to accomplish a Feasibility Study as is it relates to an expanded and/or new
park design to host current events and anticipated future events.
Formation of the Subcommittee was created for the purposed of exploring the feasibility and
cost for the phased construction of a park facility including a permanent stage in the city.
The Subcommittee named itself the “Kenai Outdoor Opportunity Location” (KOOL
Subcommittee and met on average every three weeks. Member consist of:
• Vice Mayor Gabriel, Chairperson
• Chris Parker – Registered Architect
• Al Hull – Kenai Parks & Recreation Commission
• Megan Smith – Kenai Chamber of Commerce
• Brendyn Shiflea – Kenai Chamber of Commerce/Finance
• Phil Morin – Kenai Performers
• Scot Merry – Live Music Production
• Tim Elder – KCHS Auditorium
The KOOL Subcommittee thanked City Manager Koch and Parks & Recreation Director Frates
for their assistance throughout the process.
The Subcommittee focused on site selection, site planning, phasing plans/costs as directed by
City Council.
Site selection criteria were based on the following:
• Available space
• Proximity of utilities
• Neighborhood compatibility
• Natural features proximity of supporting facilities & businesses
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Out of the 17 different properties reviewed by the Subcommittee, it was narrowed down to two
locations: Millennium Square and Evergreen & Kenai Spur Highway. Based on the
Subcommittees analysis of all properties, their preferred location was a 15.16 acre parcel of
property known as Millennium Square. Decision was based on the proximity to downtown,
available utilities, traffic accessibility, walkability to town center & planned bluff trail system,
Shk’ituk’t Village Historic Site, view of the Kenai River and inlet, bluff overlook, topography and
available parking, and existing park.
The Subcommittee identified and prioritized components of the park as such:
1. Stage
2. Permanent Restrooms with Utilities & Site Work
3. Parking Lot
4. Utilities for Vendor Areas
Implementing the full event park design concept would requires a capital budget close to
$1,200,000 with additional costs for miscellaneous items such as paved pathways and
roadways, signage, picnic shelters, picnic tables, benches, garbage receptacles, trees and other
general landscaping.
It was recommended the design of the park proceed in four phases:
Phase I Stage Construction $238,000-$400,000
Phase II Permanent Restrooms with Utilities,
Spectator and Event Area $279,000
Phase III Parking Lot $200,000-$550,000
Phase IV Utilities for Vendors $166,000
The Subcommittee recommended the following:
• Include a budget item in the amount of $35,000 in the City of Kenai Fiscal Year 2017 to
contract with a consultant to provide 35% design documents so that the scope and costs
can be more accurately defined.
• Consider providing the budgetary resources, ass available to construct this project over
the next 5-7 years.
• City Administration should continue exploring grant opportunities.
It was discussed that the purpose of this was to enhance quality of life for our community and
residents.
Council thanked the KOOL Subcommittee and Administration for their hard work on this project
and Feasibility Report presentation.
The work session was adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
Notes prepared by:
_______________________________
Sandra Modigh, CMC
City Clerk
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