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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-05-17 Council MinutesKENAI CITY COUNCIL — REGULAR MEETING MAY 17, 2017 — 6:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611 MAYOR BRIAN GABRIEL, PRESIDING MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Kenai City Council was held on May 17 2017, in City Hall Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Mayor Gabriel called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Gabriel led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call There were present: Brian Gabriel, Mayor Henry Knackstedt Jim Glendening Mike Boyle A quorum was present. Also in attendance were: Robert Molloy Tim Navarre Glenese Pettey "Mackenzie Lindeman, Student Representative Paul Ostrander, City Manager Scott Bloom, City Attorney Jamie Heinz, Acting City Clerk 3. Agenda Approval Mayor Gabriel noted the following revisions to the agenda and packet: Add to Item D. 4. Ordinance No. 2953 -2017 • Scope of Work Outline Add to Item D. 7. Ordinance No. 2957 -2017 • Plat Map Add to Item D.9. Resolution No. 2017 -20 • Correspondence from Mr. Hyde Add to Item J. 1, City Manager's Report Correspondence from Timothy Dillon, Executive Director, Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District Memo Regarding Loss of Water Pressure MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to approve the agenda with the requested additions to the packet and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Knackstedt SECONDED the motion. VOTE: There being no objections, SO ORDERED. 4. Recognition of Volunteer Services for Shauna Thornton and Mackenzie Lindeman Mayor Gabriel thanked Shauna Thornton for her service on the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Harbor Commission; also thanked Mackenzie Lindeman for her service on the Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council. 5. Proclamation for Men's Health Month Mayor Gabriel read a Proclamation dedicating June as Men's Health Month. 6. Consent Agenda MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve the consent agenda and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Council Member Navarre SECONDED the motion. Mayor Gabriel 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 Audre Gifford, Kenaitze Indian Tribe — Awareness for the Yinihugheltani (Youth Suicide Awareness) Program Audre Gifford explained the Tribe had been awarded a grant, provided local youth suicide data, discussed the Tribe's goals, explained the community readiness assessment they had commissioned, and noted past events and events on the horizon. Also explained a friendly challenge between City Council and Kenaitze Tribal Council noting the Council with the highest attendance for the SafeTALK trainings would achieve a "Committed Council" award. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 2 of 17 May 17, 2017 C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS Fred Braun introduced John Schweiger as new owner of the old Kambe Theater and the adjacent building. John Schweiger noted his company specialized in movie theaters in communities the size of Kenai; explained he fell in love a few years ago and what his plans had been for renovations. Mr. Schweiger complimented the City Manager and staff for the assistance provided and explained he was growing the theater from three to seven screens and converting the adjacent building to an extreme mini fun - center, which would serve community members of all ages. Also explained Kenai was his second business location in Alaska, Wasilla being the first. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 2950 -2017 — Accepting and Appropriating a Federal Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Passed Through the Alaska State Library for the Purpose of Funding a 10 Week Student Internship Position at the Kenai Community Library. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2950 -2017 and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Glendening. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. The Library Director was thanked for applying for the grant. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 2. Ordinance No. 2951 -2017 — Amending Kenai Municipal Code Title 23 — Personnel Regulations, to Clarify the Performance Evaluation Rating Categories for Consistency with the City's Performance Evaluation Form and Practices. MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2951 -2017 and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. It was clarified that the overall rating was defined as the overall average of six categories. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 3 of 17 May 17, 2017 VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 3. Ordinance No. 2952 -2017 — Accepting and Appropriating Additional Funds from the Federal Aviation Administration for the Small Taxiways and Aircraft Tie -Down Rehabilitation 2015 -2016 Project. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2952 -2017 and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Glendening. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 4. Ordinance No. 2953 -2017 — Accepting and Appropriating Additional Funds from the Federal Aviation Administration for the 2016 Improved Airport Drainage Project. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2953 -2017. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Navarre. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. Administration was thanked for providing the scope of work. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 5. Ordinance No. 2954 -2017 —Amending Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 10.30— Record Retention, to Update and Clarify the Form, Operations, and Procedures Regarding the City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 4 of 17 May 17, 2017 Public Records Management Schedule and Record Retention Policy, and Making other Housekeeping Changes. MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2954 -2017. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Glendening. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. The City Clerk and Deputy Clerk were thanked for their effort and the final product. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 6. Ordinance No. 2955 -2017 — Accepting and Appropriating a Grant from the Southern Region Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Council to Provide Staff Training. MOTION: Council Member Navarre MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2955 -2017. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 7. Ordinance No. 2957 -2017 — Authorizing the Sale of Tract A, Dragseth Subdivision 2016 Addition, According to the Official Plat Thereof, under Plat No. 2016 -22, Filed in the Kenai Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska, Including all Improvements Thereon, to PRL Logistics Inc., and Providing the Sale Proceeds to the State of Alaska for Reimbursement into Grant No. 15 -DC -078 for Use by the City to Continue Enhancing Access and other Related Improvements to the South Beach. MOTION: Council Member Navarre MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2957 -2017. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 5 of 17 May 17, 2017 Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Navarre MOVED to amend Ordinance No. 2957 -2017 by substitution and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED The Attorney explained that the difference between the original ordinance and the substitute ordinance was that the Special Use Permit and the Conditional Use Permits were contingencies so the buyer could back out. VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: `" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 8. Ordinance No. 2956 -2017 — Amending Kenai Municipal Code 13.30.080 — Operating a Vehicle in s Prohibited Area, and Associated Appendix Il, to Allow for Limited Operation and Maintenance of the Existing Air Strip on a Portion of Tract B, Dragseth Subdivision 2016 Addition, According to the Official Plat Thereof, Filed Under Plat Number 2016 -22, and a Portion of Government Lots 9 -15 Inclusive, Section 7, Township 5 North, Range 11 West, and a Portion of the SE Y< SE' /o NE' /, Section 7, Township 5 North, Range 11 West, Seward Meridian all Recorded in the Kenai Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to enact Ordinance No. 2956 -2017. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Navarre. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. It was noted the airstrip had been in existence for over forty years and there were no known issues with the FAA tower, airspace, or neighbors. It was also noted that it would be nice to have someone to look after the property and offer protection for the dunes from inadvertent abuse. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: '* Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 6 of 17 May 17, 2017 9. Resolution No. 2017 -20 — Approving a Special Use Permit for PRL Logistics, Inc., for the Contingent Use of an Airstrip on City Owned Property Adjacent to the South Beach. MOTION: Council Member Navarre MOVED to approve Resolution No. 2017 -20 and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. Administration pointed out the area that the Special Use Permit covered, the area that would eventually be considered for selling to PRL Logistics, and the area being reserved for public access in perpetuity. Also pointed out that until the Conditional Use Permit was approved, there wasn't authority for conducting activities there. It was noted that there had not been good control of the area in the past and it was hoped it would improve with private ownership going forward. It was also noted that the use plan would be governed by the Conditional Use Permit and that the operational plan was self - limiting as the airstrip was grass. There was question regarding references to the Kenai Municipal Airport in the Special Use Permit MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend the first paragraph on the first page of the Special Use Permit by removing, "parking at the Kenai Municipal Airport," and replacing it with, "aircraft landing, take off, parking, and loading," and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend by deleting, "(Parking)," in the footer of the Special Use Permit and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend the first paragraph on page 2 of the Special Use Permit to read, "Permittee acknowledges that the use granted herein is subject to the Kenai Municipal Code as those laws may be amended from time to time.," and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Boyle. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION TO AMEND: City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 7 of 17 May 17, 2017 Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend the Special Use Permit by deleting the second and third paragraphs, in their entirety, on page 2 of the Special Use Permit and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend by replacing the word, "Airport," with the word, "premises," in section C., clause 7. of the Special Use Permit and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend the first paragraph in clause 10. of the Special Use Permit by replacing the words, "Apron and /or use of the Airport," in the last sentence with the word, "premises.," and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend the second paragraph in clause 10. of the Special Use Permit by removing the last sentence, so the paragraph would read, "Permittee shall provide to City an acceptable fuel spill prevention and response plan and will maintain fuel spill and response capability. Permittee further agrees to have a copy of the fuel spill prevention and response plan located in the permittee's fuel dispensing equipment at all times.," and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend the Special Use Permit by removing, in its entirety, clause 12. and renumber the remainder of the document appropriately, and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Boyle. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: There was no objection; SO ORDERED. MOTION TO AMEND: Council Member Molloy MOVED to amend the definitions clause of the Special Use Permit by removing the statement, " "Airport" means the Kenai Municipal Airport.," and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Boyle. VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: City of Kenai Council Meeting May 17, 2017 There was no objection; SO ORDERED. Clarification was provided that the area being reserved for public access was not providing for vehicular access and that the restrictions on private planes landing in the area would remain the same. VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: " Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 10. Resolution No. 2017 -21 — Awarding an Agreement for Construction of Senior Center Dining Room Roof Repair and Atrium Replacement 2017. MOTION: Council Member Navarre MOVED to approve Resolution No. 2017 -21 and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Glendening. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. Gratitude was expressed to Kenai Senior Connection, Inc. for the financial help to move the project forward. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 11. Resolution No. 2017 -22 — Repealing the City of Kenai Record Retention Schedule Adopted on July 6, 2011 by Resolution No. 2011 -51 and Enacting a Public Records Management Schedule and Record Retention Policy. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve Resolution No. 2017 -22 and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Molloy. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. Clarification was provided that the State's Local Government Model was used as a guide, that local, state, and federal laws, including the Alaska statute of limitations had been considered, that all department heads had input in and approved their associated sections, and that the Attorney had approved the entire document. The City Clerk and Deputy Clerk were thanked for their efforts VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 9 of 17 May 17, 2017 ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 12. Resolution No. 2017 -23 — Authorizing Budget Adjustments in the Airport Fund for Costs in Excess of Budgeted Amounts. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve Resolution No. 2017 -23 and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Navarre who requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. It was clarified that the changes made in personnel took care of the additional costs of snow removal. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 13. Resolution No. 2017 -24 — Amending Policy No. 2016 -01, Procedures for Commissions, Committees and Council on Aging — To Provide Procedures for Council Involvement in Commissions, Committees and Council on Aging Meetings. MOTION: Council Member Navarre MOVED to approve Resolution No. 2017 -24 and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Glendening. Mayor Gabriel opened the public hearing; there being no one wishing to be heard, public comment was closed. It was noted that the policy had been reviewed with the Attorney and that it was good to have consensus regarding the influence to committees and commissions. It was pointed out that once an ordinance was introduced, it belonged to the body, but if it were to stay in draft form, the sponsor had the opportunity to seek comments. It was asked that consideration be given to that aspect. It was also asked if the intent of the policy was to limit ways for collaboration with committees and commissions or if anything could be sent to a committee or commission, not specifically an ordinance. MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to postpone to the June 7 meeting and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Boyle. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. E. MINUTES 1. *Work Session of April 29, 2017 City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 10 of 17 May 17, 2017 Meeting minutes approved by the consent agenda. 2. *Regular Meeting of May 3, 2017 Meeting minutes 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 —Liquor License Renewal for Oaken Keg #1808. Approved by the consent agenda. 3. *Ordinance No. 2960 -2017 — Amending Kenai Municipal Code 14.25.015 - Landscaping /Site Plan for Land Clearing, and Kenai Municipal Code 14.25.020 - Application, to Prohibit Land Clearing of More Than Twenty Percent of a Parcel Without an Approved Landscaping /Site Plan. Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for June 7, 2017. 4. *Ordinance No. 2961 -2017 — Adopting the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 2017 and Ending June 30, 2018 and Committing $1,000,000 of General Fund, Fund Balance for Capital Improvements. Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for June 7, 2017. 5. *Ordinance No. 2962 -2017 — Amending the Kenai Municipal Code, Title 23, "Personnel Regulations," Chapter 23.55 Fiscal Year 2018 Operating Budget Salary Schedule. Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for June 7, 2017. 6. *Ordinance No. 2963 -2017 — Authorizing Budget Adjustments and Increasing General Fund Estimated Revenues and Appropriations for Costs in Excess of Budgeted Amounts. Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for June 7, 2017. 7. *Ordinance No. 2964 -2017 — Repealing Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 5.15 - Private Detective Agencies, Removing Specific Local Regulation of Detective Agencies. Introduced by the consent agenda and public hearing set for June 7, 2017. City of Kenai Council Meeting May 17, 2017 8. Action /Approval —Authorizing the City Manager to Work with the Kenai Chamber of Commerce to Create a Partnership with the Chamber through a Memorandum of Understanding to Hold a Silver Salmon Derby. MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to authorize the City Manager to work with the Kenai Chamber of Commerce to create a partnership with the Chamber through a Memorandum of Understanding to hold a Silver Salmon Derby and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Boyle. Chamber of Commerce President, Johna Beech, was thanked for her work. It was recognized that there were concerns regarding conservation, catch and release, depth of hooks in the fish when using bait, and the fish's loss of scales. Clarification was provided that the rules for the derby would eliminate as many of the concerns as possible. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 9. Action /Approval — Approving a Special Use Permit to Kenai Rotary for Use of the Multi- Purpose Facility for the Kenai Rotary Soap Box Derby. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve a Special Use Permit for use of the Multi - Purpose Facility for the Kenai Rotary Soap Box Derby and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Molloy who requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 10. Action /Approval — Approving an Amended Special Use Permit for use of the Softball Green Strip to Golden Wheel Amusements for a Carnival. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to approve an amended Special Use Permit for use of the Softball Green Strip to Golden Wheel Amusements for a carnival and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Boyle. Clarification was provided that the dates of the carnival had changed. The Airport Manager noted that she had no concerns with the use of the property. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: May 17, 2017 ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 11. Action /Approval — Mayoral Nomination and Council Confirmation of Mike Dunn to the Harbor Commission. MOTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to confirm the Mayor's nomination of Mike Dunn to the Harbor Commission and the motion was SECONDED by Council Member Boyle. Mr. Dunn was thanked for volunteering. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: ** Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. 12. Action /Approval — Mayoral Nomination and Council Confirmation of Recommending Applicants to the Borough Mayor for Appointment to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning & Zoning Commission. MOTION: Council Member Knackstedt MOVED to recommend Christine Hutchison and Diane Fikes be considered by the Borough Mayor for appointment to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning and Zoning Commission. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Molloy who requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. 13. Action /Approval — Approving an Employment Agreement between the City of Kenai and City Clerk Sandra Modigh. (Clerk's Note: Council May Convene into Executive Session to Discuss this Agenda Item which May be a Subject that Tends to Prejudice the Reputation and Character of the City Clerk and of which the Immediate Knowledge would Clearly have an Adverse Effect Upon the Finances of the City [AS 44.62.310(C)(1)(2)j MOTION: Council Member Navarre MOVED to recognize the end date of the City Clerk's Contract effective 4/30/17 and conclude the City Clerk's employment relationship with the City effective tonight, providing a 120 day severance package to include salary and life insurance premiums paid in lump sum and continued medical benefits with effective date 05/18/17. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Knackstedt. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 13 of 17 May 17, 2017 MOTION TO DIVIDE THE QUESTION: Council Member Molloy MOVED to divide the question with the first component being to recognize the end date of the City Clerk's Contract effective 4/30/17 and conclude the City Clerk's employment relationship with the City effective tonight, and the second component being providing a 120 day severance package to include salary and life insurance premiums paid in lump sum and continued medical benefits with effective date 05/18/17. The motion was SECONDED by Council Member Boyle. VOTE ON DIVISION OF THE QUESTION: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: '" Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Council Member Boyle noted he was not supportive; felt the City Clerk had been loyal; saddened by the actions of the body. VOTE ON THE FIRST COMPONENT: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Glendening, Navarre NAY: Molloy, Boyle, Pettey "' Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED. UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the second component. VOTE ON THE SECOND COMPONENT: There being no objection; SO ORDERED. H. COMMISSION /COMMITTEE REPORTS Council on Aging — It was reported that the May 11 meeting was cancelled; Next meeting June 8. 2. Airport Commission — It was reported that on May 11, the Commission approved three Special Use Permits, recommended a change in fees, and requested that a fix for the mural be looked at. It was also reported that there was discussion regarding the T -33 aircraft on loan that may need maintenance, that the annual Air Fair was set for June 10, and that the Commission toured the PRL Logistics facility. 3. Harbor Commission — It was reported that on May 8 the Commission continued discussion regarding their service to the City and thanked Commission Chair Thornton for her service; next meeting June 12. 4. Parks and Recreation Commission — It was reported that on May 4, the Commission requested funds to purchase replacement bleachers and thanked Commissioner Shauna Thornton for her service; June meeting canceled. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 14 of 17 May 17, 2017 5. Planning and Zoning Commission — It was reported that on May 10, the Commission approved a plat and authorized a letter be sent agreeing to a two -year extension for Keys Turn Subdivision; next meeting May 24. 6. Beautification Committee — It was reported that on May 9, the Committee discussed volunteer plant day being held on June 3 and the beautification brochure that was to be published soon. It was also reported that the Committee received an update regarding summer hires and the pathway to poetry project; next meeting September 12. 7. Mini -Grant Steering Committee — No report. I. REPORT OF THE MAYOR Mayor Gabriel noted the request in the packet, under informational items, from the Kenai Watershed Forum for sponsorship of an iPad. MOTION: Council Member Navarre MOVED to provide a $300 sponsorship, out of legislative grant funds, for an iPad for a youth prize for the Kenai Watershed Forum and Council Member Boyle SECONDED the motion. VOTE: YEA: Knackstedt, Gabriel, Molloy, Boyle, Glendening, Pettey, Navarre NAY: " Student Representative Lindeman: YEA MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. [Clerk's Note: Council Member Navarre left the meeting at 8:17 p.m.] Mayor Gabriel reported on the following • Attended Brian Springer's Retirement Party; • Attended a Kenai Historical Society meeting in Hope; • Met with Governor Walker regarding the legislature during a brief visit; • Threw the first pitch for the kickoff of the Kenai Little League season; • Attended a Food Bank Fundraiser; noted a Kenai Central High School student won a competition as a part of the fundraiser; • Provided a reminder of future Memorial Day activities at Kenai Cemetery and then the Veteran's Memorial at Leif Hansen Park; • Double O Express at the airport hosting the June 3 Coffee with the Mayor; J. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager— P. Ostrander reported on the following: City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 15 of 17 May 17, 2017 • Introduced the City of Kenai Eagle Cam; • Attended Brian Springer's retirement party; • Noted he had been assured by the Corps of Engineers that they had what was needed to release the draft for the Bluff Erosion Project; • Met with Governor Walker regarding the legislature and the BEACON building during a brief visit; • City officials and FAA officials met and discussed availability of funds for BEACON building maintenance. 2. City Attorney — S. Bloom reported that he had recently attended Alaska Bar Association meetings which provided needed continuing education credits for his license; provided an update that the legislation regarding municipal liens had passed and noted he would be making changes to the code so the City could benefit; also reported that a scope of work had been prepared so a consultant could be utilized for the airport lease program. 3. City Clerk — Deputy Clerk J. Heinz reported any ballot propositions needing adopted had to be adopted by August 2 in order to be submitted to the Kenai Peninsula Borough timely and also provided a reminder that there was only one Council meeting in July. K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT 1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker) 2. Council Comments Councilor Knackstedt thanked Student Representative Lindeman for her hard work and noted he was excited about the Eagle Cam. Council Member Boyle wished Ms. Modigh farewell and good luck, also wished Student Representative Lindeman farewell. Council Member Molloy thanked Ms. Modigh for her service and noted his and Council Member Pettey's intention to amend the budget to make the Deputy Clerk position, full -time. Student Representative Lindeman reported upcoming sporting events, concerts, and graduation events; also reported that the seniors were walking the halls of Mountain View Elementary to inspire the students to graduate; noted she was going to Boise State University to obtain a degree in elementary education to teach. Council Member Glendening noted he had attended a grandson's baseball game. Council Member Pettey thanked Ms. Gifford for her presentation regarding suicide prevention and encouraged the City Council members to attend the safe talk course; thanked Ms. Modigh for her service to the City. City of Kenai Council Meeting May 17, 2017 1. Review and Discussion of the City Clerk's Evaluation a Matter which may be a Subject that Tends to Prejudice the Reputation and Character of the City Clerk [AS 44.62.310(C)(2)]. [Clerk's Note: This item was not considered due to action taken on item G. 13.] M. PENDING ITEMS — None. N. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:41 p.m. certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Kenai City Council meeting of May 17, 2017. 1 J ie Heinz, CMC A g 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. City of Kenai Council Meeting Page 17 of 17 May 17, 2017