HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-06-15 Council MinutesKENAI CITY COUNCIL — REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 15, 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 June 15, 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
Mike Boyle
A quorum was present.
Also in attendance were:
Robert Molloy
Tim Navarre
Brian Gabriel, Vice Mayor
"Mackenzie Lindeman, Student Representative
Rick Koch, City Manager
Scott Bloom, City Attorney
Jamie Heinz, Deputy Clerk
3. Agenda Approval
Mayor Porter noted the following revisions to the agenda and packet:
Add to item D. 1 Ordinance No. 2897 -2016
• Memo from City Planner and revised map
Add to items DA
And D.5 Ordinance No. 2898 -2016 and Ordinance No. 2899 -2016
• Written Presentation from Steven L. Rouse, Kenai Peninsula
Housing Initiatives, Inc.
• Memo from City Planner
• Possible Partial Subdivision Drawing
Add to item J. 1 City Manager's Report
• Fire Department Mid -month Report
• Parks & Recreation Department Mid -month Report
Remove Item E.1. Minutes
• Regular Meeting of May 18, 2016.
Move Item D. 10
To the first item under
Public Hearings Resolution No. 2016 -29
MOTION:
Council Member Molloy MOVED to approve the agenda with requested revisions to the agenda
and packet and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Knackstedt SECONDED
the motion.
VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
Council Member Boyle joined the meeting at 6:01 pm.
4. Consent Agenda
MOTION:
Council Member 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.
Terry Eubank was commended for his achievement of excellence in financial reporting.
B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
Council Member Bookey joined the meeting at 6:04 p.m.
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Dorothy Gray thanked the City for providing a matching funds grant in the amount of $20,000
noting that the donations received had exceeded the match requirement and that the church was
about $5,000 away from being able to proceed with the $330,000 fire suppression system project.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
[Clerk's Note: This item was moved to this point in the meeting at approval of the agenda.]
10. Resolution No. 2016 -29 — Authorizing a Budget Transfer within the General Fund to
Provide a Matching Grant for Restoration of a Historical City of Kenai Fire Truck.
MOTION:
Council Member Kanckstedt MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2016 -29 and the motion was
SECONDED by Council Member Gabriel.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing.
John Williams noted the individuals and businesses that donated funding and labor to the
restoration project and thanked the City of Kenai for considering support for the project.
Jim Glendening thanked Mayor Williams for bringing the project to life; noted that he was proud
to contribute to the restoration; noted he had an appreciation for properly working equipment.
There being no one else wishing to be heard, public comment was closed.
It was clarified that the 1941 fire truck was owned by the City of Kenai and that it was a part of
the City's history; there were very few pieces of tangible history in the city. It was suggested that
due to the effort put forth by the citizens, it was appropriate for the City to match some of the
funds.
It was pointed out that significant funding and labor donations had been contributed; that funding
for the matching grant was coming from unspent FY16 funds, and funding had been removed
from the FY17 budget.
It was noted that while the efforts were appreciated for the worthwhile historical project, the City
should not be contributing and that the funds would go back into the general fund if not spent.
It was noted that the Council was the representatives of the public's money and had the public
objected, consideration would have been given to the objection, but that wasn't the case.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Porter, Navarre, Molloy, Boyle
NAY: Bookey
" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED.
1. Ordinance No. 2895 -2016 — Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by
$1,000 in the General Fund Fire Department for a Safety Grant from the City's
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Insurance Carrier, Alaska Public Entity Insurance to Assist in the Purchase of an
Automated External Defibrillator
MOTION:
Council Member Bookey MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2895 -2016 and the motion was
SECONDED by Council Member Gabriel.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being on one wishing to be heard, public comment
was closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy, Boyle, Navarre
NAY:
" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Ordinance No. 2896 -2016 — Authorizing Budget Transfers within the General Fund
and Appropriating Funds in the New City Shop and City Hall Improvements Capital
Project Funds.
MOTION:
Council Member Gabriel MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2896 -2016 and the motion was
SECONDED by Councilor Bookey.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public
hearing was closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy, Boyle, Navarre
NAY:
"" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Ordinance No. 2897 -2016 —Amending Kenai Municipal Code 13.30.080— Operating
a Vehicle in a Prohibited Area, to Prohibit Motorized Vehicle Use on the South Beach
from the Newly Constructed Royal Street South to the Southern Beach Border of the
City of Kenai City Limits (Old Cannery Road) from July 5th to July 31st Each Year.
MOTION:
Council Member Gabriel MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2897 -2016 and the motion was
SECONDED by Councilor Navarre.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public
hearing was closed.
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It was clarified that signage would be ordered, advertising would be accomplished in Anchorage
to notify users, and the City's Facebook page would also be used to get the information out
regarding the road closures. It was further clarified that the City Manager had authorization to
change the dates, without needing another code change, if there were changes to the dates of
the dipnet fishery in the future. It was noted that access to the wetlands was prohibited year round.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy, Boyle, Navarre
NAY:
*" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. Ordinance No. 2898 -2016 — Conditionally Donating Certain Foreclosed City Owned
Property Described as Government Lot 128, Section 31, T6N, R11 W (KPB Parcel No.
04317003) to Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives for the Development of Senior
Housing.
MOTION:
Council Member Navarre MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2898 -2016 and the motion was
SECONDED by Councilor Boyle.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing.
Mary Dubee spoke against the ordinance noting that she didn't think selling land for less than
appraised value was allowed and that it was far more advantageous to the City to sell. She also
suggested subdividing and making two properties available from the property on Redoubt Drive.
She added that she would like to see all properties be sold and not donated.
Brandi McGee, Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiative (KPHI) Associate Director, noted that the
property was being requested because of its close access to amenities that seniors needed.
Dan McKernon noted that there was an application in process for a marijuana store within 600
feet of the property, yet it was nearly a mile to the nearest grocery store. He suggested that both
projects be placed on Redoubt Drive.
Bob Peters spoke against the ordinance noting that donating wasn't necessarily for his
betterment; noted anyone given land would be grateful for it. Suggested both projects be built on
the same property on Redoubt Drive and sell the property identified in this ordinance.
There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Council Member Gabriel MOVED to amend by striking the third and fourth whereas clauses and
inserting the property description as described in Ordinance No. 2899 -2016 and the motion was
SECONDED by Councilor Knackstedt.
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Clarification was provided that the public had been notified that the property noted in the
Ordinance would be the topic of discussion; it was suggested that if amending the property
description that the matter be postponed to the next meeting, or amend the ordinance listed as
the next item of business.
The motion to amend was rescinded with concurrence with the second.
There was discussion regarding location of the property relevant to accessibility. It was noted
that the projects were positive for the community; gratitude was expressed that KPHI was looking
at Kenai for future projects.
VOTE:
YEA: Boyle, Molloy
NAY: Knackstedt, Bookey, Gabriel, Navarre Porter
** Student Representative Lindeman: NAY
MOTION FAILED.
5. Ordinance No. 2899 -2016 — Conditionally Donating Certain Foreclosed City Owned
Property Described as an Approximately 1 % Acre Parcel to be Subdivided from a
Portion of the 77 Acre More or Less Portion of the SE % Lying East of Mommsen
Subdivision Addition No. 2 Section 25, T6N, R12W (KPB Parcel No. 03901018) to
Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives for the Development of Restricted Income
Housing.
MOTION:
Council Member Molloy MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2899 -2016 and the motion was
SECONDED by Councilor Boyle.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing.
Mary Dubee spoke against the ordinance, clarified that she supported elders, but questioned
whether donation of the property qualified as public purpose; noted the senior and assisted living
facilities already available; encouraged conditions be put into place such as proof of grants and
building plans before signing the property over.
Brandi McGee, Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiative (KPHI) Associate Director, spoke in favor of
the ordinance noting that Kenai officials reached out to KPHI to develop projects for senior and
restricted income housing; pointed out that their agency needed site control in order to apply for
grants; also noted that their agency receives many calls looking for senior and restricted income
housing in the Kenai area and they have to refer the callers to Soldotna. She also pointed out
that KPHI is breaking ground on a project in Seward this year.
There being no one else wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed.
Administration provided suggested amendments to make two parcels of property available, one
for each project, on the property noted in the ordinance.
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MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to amend the ordinance as indicated in the manager's notes
creating two 1.25 acre parcels for income restricted and senior housing and the motion was
SECONDED by Councilor Molloy. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
City Attorney S. Bloom read into the record that the ordinance would be amended to read as
follows: "An ordinance of the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, conditionally donating certain
foreclosed city owned property described as two approximate 1 '/< acre parcels to be subdivided
from a portion of the 77 acre more or less portion of the SE Y4 lying east of Mommsen Subdivision
Addition No. 2 Section 25, T6N, R12W (KPB parcel no. 039 010 18) to Kenai Peninsula Housing
Initiative for the development of restricted income and senior housing. Whereas, Kenai Municipal
Code 22.05.125, Grant or Devotion, allows the Council, by Ordinance, to donate foreclosed real
property that is no longer needed by the City for a public purpose, to a non - profit corporation for
consideration; agreed upon between the City and grantee without a public sale if the devotion is
advantageous to the City; and, whereas, Kenai Peninsula Housing Initiatives (KPHI) is a non-
profit corporation with a mission to provide low income, very low income, senior and special needs
residents affordable housing options; and, Whereas, KPHI has identified an approximate 1 '/. acre
parcel to be subdivided from a portion of the 77 acre more or less portion of the SE % lying east
of Mommsen Subdivision Addition No. 2 Section 25, T6N, R12W (KPB Parcel No. 03901018) as
the desired location to provide Low Income Senior Housing within the City of Kenai; and, whereas,
there is a need for low income and senior housing in the City of Kenai; and, whereas, the City
desires to support low income housing in the community; and, whereas, donating the subject
parcels to KPHI at less than fair market value is in the best interest of the City, and; whereas,
conditions must be placed on the transfer or condition the transfer to ensure low income and
senior housing is developed or the property is returned to the City. Now, therefore, be it ordained
by the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, as follows: Section 1. Form: That this is a non -code
ordinance. Section 2. That the Kenai City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute,
upon completion of a subdivision and necessary proof of financing for the development, the
transfer of title for the properties: two approximate 1 '/ acre parcels to be subdivided from a
portion of the 77 acre more or less portion of the SE % lying east of Mommsen Subdivision
Addition No. 2 Section 25, T6N, R12W (KPB PARCEL No. 03901018), to Kenai Peninsula
Housing Initiatives, Inc. (KPHI), on a form approved by the City Attorney, for less than fair market
value and for the sole purpose of developing income restricted and senior housing. Section 3.
That KPHI must complete at its own expense all actions necessary for the subdivision and
development of the properties; and to provide proof of financing sufficient for the projects as prior
conditions of the transfer of title; and to pay all closing costs and fees for said properties and said
consideration to the City for the properties. Section 4. That the Kenai City Council further finds
the disposal of the parcels to be in the best interests of the citizens of the City of Kenai and that
the public interest shall be served by disposing of the properties interest for less than the fair
market value, in accordance with the recitals above which are incorporated herein. Section 5.
That the Kenai City Council further finds that if the action items described herein are not completed
by May 26, 2020, the authorization to transfer the lands lapses unless further authorized by the
City Council." It was noted that sections six and seven remained unchanged.
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VOTE: There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
Gratitude was expressed that KPHI was looking at Kenai for development projects; it was noted
that there was an understanding that though it was in one ordinance that two 1.25 acre parcels
were being donated, one for each project and each project standing on its own.
It was noted that the property being offered for the senior housing project was not the parcel KPHI
requested.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Council Member Boyle MOVED to amend the ordinance by removing the third whereas clause in
its entirety and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Bookey. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was
requested.
VOTE: There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
It was noted that when other properties had been donated, there had been a clause providing that
the City be reimbursed in the event of a land sale.
There was discussion regarding placing additional restrictions on the agency; it was suggested
that a timeframe on the condition be added at the point that the City benefitted from the projects.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to amend the ordinance by adding a sentence to the last
whereas clause that read, "In the event of a land sale, the value of the property shall be
reimbursed to the City if the sale occurs within twenty years." and the motion was SECONDED
by Councilor Molloy.
MOTION TO AMEND THE AMENDMENT:
Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend the amendment by inserting where appropriate "sale
to a for profit entity," and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Knackstedt.
VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDMENT:
YEA: Bookey, Gabriel, Knackstedt, Boyle, Molloy
NAY: Porter, Navarre
" Student Representative Lindeman: NAY
MOTION PASSED.
MOTION TO AMEND THE AMENDMENT:
Council Member Gabriel MOVED to amend the amendment by inserting the words "after transfer
to KPHI," after the words "twenty years," and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Boyle.
VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDMENT:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Gabriel Porter Molloy Boyle Navarre
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NAY:
" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
VOTE ON THE AMENDED AMENDMENT:
YEA: Bookey, Gabriel, Knackstedt, Molloy, Porter, Navarre
NAY: Boyle
" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED.
It was noted that the property shouldn't be donated, but sold for assessed value as donation was
not in the best interest of the City.
It was pointed out that every community in Alaska had a homeless problem and that it was up to
the communities to make impacts on the homeless problem to keep it from growing.
It was further noted that transferring City properties was a difficult process; the property had been
identified for donation for a similar project in the past that wasn't able to acquire financing;
conditions would be attached; the property wouldn't be donated if conditions were not met.
It was also pointed out that KPHI's properties were well managed and maintained and they would
be an asset to the community.
VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION:
YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy, Boyle, Navarre
NAY: Bookey
"' Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED.
6. Ordinance No. 2900 - 2016 — Amending Chapter 4.30 - Electrical Code, by Adopting the
2014 Edition of the National Electrical Code and Making Certain Clerical Changes.
MOTION:
Council Member Molloy MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2900 -2016 and the motion was
SECONDED by Councilor Gabriel.
Mayor Porter opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, the public
hearing was closed.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Boyle, Navarre, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy
NAY:
" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
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MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
7. Ordinance No. 2901 -2016 — Amending Chapter 4.33 - International Existing Building
Code, by Adopting the 2012 Edition of the International Existing Building Code and
Making Local Amendments.
MOTION:
Council Member Gabriel MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2901 -2016 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, Bookey, Boyle, Navarre, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy
NAY:
** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
8. Ordinance No. 2902 -2016 — Amending Chapter 4.32 - Residential Code, by Adopting
the 2012 Edition of the International Residential Code and Making Local Amendments.
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2902 -2016 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.
It was clarified that some sections had been deleted; some changes had been made relevant to
the location of the City; other states were making similar changes.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Boyle, Navarre, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy
NAY:
** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
9. Ordinance No. 2903 -2016 Amending Chapter 4.10 - International Property
Maintenance Code, by Adopting the 2012 Edition of the International Property
Maintenance Code and Making Local Amendments.
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MOTION:
Council Member Molloy MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2903 -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, Bookey, Boyle, Navarre, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy
NAY:
** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
10. Resolution No. 2016 -29 — Authorizing a Budget Transfer within the General Fund to
Provide a Matching Grant for Restoration of a Historical City of Kenai Fire Truck.
[Clerk's Note: This item was moved to the first item under Public Hearings at approval of the
agenda.]
11. Resolution No. 2016 -30 — Authorizing an Agreement with Copper River Seafoods,
Inc. to Dispense Fuel at the Kenai Boating Facility.
MOTION:
Council Member Gabriel MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 2016 -30 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.
VOTE: There being no objections; SO ORDERED.
E. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of May 18, 2016
[Clerk's Note: This item was removed at Approval of the Agenda.]
2. *Regular Meeting of June 1, 2016
Minutes were approved by the consent agenda.
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Ordinance No. 2904 -2016 — Determining that Lot 4A, Block 3, Cook Inlet Industrial
Air Park Subdivision, 2014 Replat, Owned by the Airport Outside the Airport Reserve
is Not Needed for a Public Purpose and Authorizing the Sale of the Parcel to Schilling
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Rentals, a Partnership Owned by David and Michael Schilling. [Clerk's Note: At its
meeting on June 1, 2016, Council approved a motion to postpone the introduction of
this ordinance. A motion to introduce is on the floor.]
MOTION:
Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to suspend the rules and allow public testimony be taken
and the motion was SECONDED by Councilor Boyle.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Navarre, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy
NAY: Boyle
** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED.
Mayor Porter opened the floor to public testimony.
Duane Bannock spoke regarding the process for purchasing City property being difficult and
disappointing. He noted he had thought the ordinance would be introduced at the last meeting,
otherwise he'd have come to the meeting to testify.
There being no one else wishing to be heard, the floor for public testimony was closed.
It was noted that the manager was doing his job by bringing the ordinance forward.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Navarre, Gabriel, Porter, Molloy
NAY: Boyle
** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA
MOTION PASSED.
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. *Ordinance No. 2905 -2016 — Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriation and
Authorizing a Budget Transfer in the Vintage Pointe Enterprise Fund and Awarding a
Contract for a Resident (On -Site) Maintenance Manager for the Vintage Pointe,
Congregate Housing Facility.
Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for July 6 2016.
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4. Action /Approval — Authorizing an Amendment of the Special Use Permit to Hilcorp
Alaska, LLC to Allow for Additional Vehicle Parking at the Kenai Airport.
MOTION:
Council Member Molloy MOVED to authorize an amendment of the Special Use Permit to Hilcorp
Alaska, LLC to allow for additional vehicle parking at the Kenai Airport and the motion was
SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED
5. Action /Approval — City Donation of a Memorial Plaque Honoring Kayo McGillivary to
be placed at Leif Hanson Memorial Park.
MOTION:
Council Member Bookey MOVED to authorize donation of a memorial plaque honoring Kayo
McGillivray be placed at Leif Hanson Memorial Park and the motion was SECONDED by Council
Member Navarre. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
Council Member Bookey noted that he had worked for Kayo as summer recreation staff beginning
at age 15. He also noted that he worked for Kayo's wife as an office aide in high school; wished
his family the best.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED
H. COMMISSION /COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging —It was reported that there were presentations regarding the FY17
Budget and also services provided by Adult Protective Services; next meeting July14.
2. Airport Commission — No report; next meeting July 14.
3. Harbor Commission — No report; next meeting July 11.
4. Parks and Recreation Commission — No report; next meeting August 4.
5. Planning and Zoning Commission — It was reported that on June 8, a preliminary plat
was approved to provide for easements and right -of -way transfer for a City well house.
Also approved was the transfer of a Conditional Use Permit for a coffee shack. It was
also reported that Comprehensive Plan work sessions were continuing; next meeting
June 22.
6. Beautification Committee — No report.
7. Mini -Grant Steering Committee — No report.
REPORT OF THE MAYOR
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Mayor Porter reported on the following:
Until the Borough adopts a process to vote by mail there was no
sense in the City changing its process due to the blending of
processes
• Attended a luncheon with Lynden
• Continued work with the Kenaitze
community
J. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
City Manager reported on the following
Transportation
Indian Tribe on a new park in the
• Happenings with the legislature
• Noted a new high capacity well; assured demand would be handled
by production
• Tendered resignation effective 12- 31 -16; listed accomplishments;
assured a transition plan.
[Clerk's Note: The resignation letter has been included as a part of the record.]
2. City Attorney — no report.
3. City Clerk — no report.
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
Charlie Yamada explained timeframes required for remodeling the bowling alley space; noted a
projected opening date as the first of October. Also noted that she had spoken with two lenders
regarding loans and noted she was at an impasse regarding using the building as collateral; can't
get loans without using the building as collateral, can't use building as collateral without lending
in place.
2. Council Comments
Councilor Knackstedt noted his surprise with the announcement of the manager's resignation.
Council Member Molloy thanked those that testified; thanked the Chamber of Commerce for help
with local events; noted it was Council Member Boyle's birthday.
Council Member Boyle wished Mr. Koch well on future endeavors.
Vice Mayor Gabriel thanked those that attended and testified. Noted the flags gave the City a
patriotic feeling; asked that construction crews be given a bit of slack; thanked Mr. Koch for his
service to the City.
Councilor Navarre noted the great response to the matching grant for the church; pointed out the
Chamber of Commerce had awarded the Mayor the "Volunteer of the Year," award, thanked Mr.
Koch for his leadership and direction and also noted his Board of Fisheries accomplishments.
Mayor Porter noted all members of the district would benefit if he were elected.
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L. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Discussion /Direction RFP for Property for Sale or Lease Located at 10639 Kenai Spur
Highway, Kenai AK 99611. [AS 44.62.310(c)(1)(3) a matter of which the immediate
knowledge may have an adverse effect upon the finances of the City, and a matter by
which law, municipal charter, or ordinance are required to be confidential.]
MOTION:
Council Member Gabriel MOVED to enter executive session to discuss the RFP for property for
sale or lease located at 10639 Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai, AK 99611, a matter of which the
immediate knowledge may have an adverse effect upon the finances of the City, and a matter by
which law, municipal charter, or ordinance are required to be confidential and the motion was
SECONDED by Council Member Bookey. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested.
VOTE: There was no objection; SO ORDERED.
Council Reconvened in regular session.
It was noted that direction was provided to the City Manager regarding the sale or lease of the
property located at 10639 Kenai Spur Highway.
2. Unsolicited Offer to Purchase Airport Land. Lot 1A, Deshka Subdivision, Plat No. K-
1577. [AS 44.62.310(c)(1)(3) a matter of which the immediate knowledge may have
an adverse effect upon the finances of the City, and a matter by which law, municipal
charter, or ordinance are required to be confidential.]
MOTION:
Council Member Gabriel MOVED to enter into executive session to discuss an unsolicited offer
to purchase airport land; Lot 1A, Deshka Subdivision, Plat No. K -1577, a matter of which the
immediate knowledge may have an adverse effect upon the finances of the City, and a matter by
which law, municipal charter, or ordinance are required to be confidential and the motion was
SECONDED by Council Member Molloy.
VOTE:
YEA: Knackstedt, Bookey, Gabriel, Navarre, Porter, Molloy
NAY:
[Clerk's Note: Council Member Boyle was out of the room during the vote.]
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Council reconvened in regular session.
It was noted that direction was provided to the City Manager regarding an unsolicited offer to
purchase Lot 1A, Deshka Subdivision, Plat No. K -1577.
M. PENDING ITEMS — None.
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N. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:39 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of June 15,
2016. 1
J mle Heinz, C C
D p ty City 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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