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Packet
21, 1994
AGENDA
RENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 21, 1994
7:00 P.M.
RENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
*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 COMMENT (10 Minutes)
1. Tom & Rosie Murphy - Book Proposal for History of the
City of Kenai.
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. 1604-94 - Increasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations by $1,560 in the General Fund to
purchase Two Computer Monitors in the Communications
Department.
2. Ordinance No. 1605-94 - Increasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations by $13,862 in the General Fund as a
Result of Receiving Two State Library Grants.
3. Resolution No. 94-56 - Requesting Municipal Assistance
Funding From the State of Alaska.
4. Resolution No. 94-57 - Certifying That the Municipality
Did Suffer Significant Effects During the Program Base
Year from Fisheries Business Activities that Occurred
Within the Cook Inlet Fisheries Management Area.
5. Resolution No. 94-58 - Awarding a Lease for the Kenai
Municipal Airport Terminal Gift Shop Concession to
Mitchell Dobrich for a Monthly Rental Rate of $400.00.
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6. Resolution No. 94-59 - Supporting the Concept of
Improving Cunningham Park and Authorizing the City
Administration to Apply for a Grant of Up to $500,000
to Acquire Additional Lands, Upgrade and Enhance the
Park, and to Help Restore Recreation Services to Areas
Impacted by the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill.
7. *1994 Games of Chance and Contests of Skill Permit
Application - Junior Achievement of Alaska, Inc.
D. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Library Commission
5. Parks & Recreation Commission
6. Planning & Zoning Commission
7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
E. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of September 7, 1994.
F. CORRESPONDENCE
G. OLD BUSINESS
1. Discussion - Proposed Assisted Living Complex.
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
2. Purchase Orders Exceeding $1,000
3. *Ordinance No. 1606-94 - Increasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations by $39,500 in a New Capital Project
Fund for an Environmental Site Assessment of Lots 13
and 14, Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park.
4. *Ordinance No. 1607-94 - Amending KMC 7.22.060 to
Specify that Short -Term U.S. Treasury Notes and the
Alaska Municipal League Investment Pool are Liquid
Investments.
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5. *Ordinance No. 1608-94 - Amending KMC 7.12.040 by
Creating a Mechanism for Estimating Hotel/Motel Room
Tax for Operators Failing to File Returns or Provide or
Keep Accurate Records.
6. Discussion - Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal Bar.
7. Discussion - Prioritization and Ratification of Goals &
Objectives List.
I. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1.
Mayor
2.
City Manager
3.
Attorney
4.
City Clerk
5.
Finance Director
6.
Public Works Director
7.
Airport Manager
J. DISCUSSION
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1. Citizens (five minutes)
2. Council
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MEMORANDUM
TO: n� Carol Freas, City Clerk
FROM: C 1 �' ary Graves, City Attorney
DATE: September 16, 1994
RE: Enclosures for Council Packet for Meeting of September 21, 1994
Please enclose the attached item in the Council meeting packet for 9/21/94:
1. Ordinance 1608-94
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he Green Star Program
Early in 1994, the Kenai, Soldotna and North
Peninsula Chambers of Commerce created the Central
Peninsula Green Star Program and Green Star Committee,
modeling the original program begun in Anchorage in 1990.
The goal of the program is to establish the central peninsula
area as a model community in promoting positive ecological
attitudes to encourage compatible business and environmental
objectives.
The green Star Program is a forward -thinking, pioneering
program, designed to demonstrate that pollution prevention and
enemy efficiency are not only environmentally responsible, but
they also can save businesses money and help attract
customers.
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Central Peninsula Green Star • 402 Overland, Kenai Alaska 99611
Special thanks to our founding sponsors:
Marathon, Kenai Peninsula Borough, KSRM, Peninsula Sanitation, PTI
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As business and community leaders, we face
many serious environmental challenges in the
1990's. We can all get involved -both at home and . at work to
ensure that clean water, air, and land will be here for our
children and the generations to come. The time is right
for the business community to take a leadership role in
developing and promoting environmentally responsible business
practices. Through our combined efforts we can meet this
challenge and inspire other communities by our example.
How Does ItWork ?
Businesses enrolled in the Green
Program will be.recognized for their
commitment to environmental
responsibility, based on two levels of
achievement. v Green Star is the
beginning level which addresses basic
environmental practices such as waste
reduction and energy conservation.
Businesses of any size or type can
achieve these standards. v Earth Star is
the advanced level. This level will set
more detailed and demanding
standards for specific business
categories,, such 'as restaurants, banks,
service stations, etc.
How Do Businesses
Participate ?
To enroll in the program your business
purchases a Green Star packet, which
includes the necessary information and
materials for applying the Green Star
standards. Once your business has
successfully' implemented these
standards, you will be eligible for the
Green Star Award. a Upon achieving
the Green Star Award, you may
advance to the Earth Star level. Again,
your business purchases an
information packet which outlines
detailed standards for your business
category. Once your business has
successfully implemented these
standards, you will be eligible for the
Earth Star Award.
Why ShouldYour Business
Participate ?
Participating in the Green Star Program
will bring your business numerous
benefits. r You will receive positive
publicity through the Green Star
Program promotional campaign.
Implementing Green Star and Earth Star
'standards will provide measurable cost -
savings and - reduce liability.
Demonstrating that your business• is
keeping up with the global trend
toward environmental responsibility, is
a shrewd marketing move which will
increase your stature with peers'and
customers. ~Adopting Green Star and
Earth Star standards will help preserve
our planet for future generations.
WhatWillYour Business
.Receive?
After enrolling in the Green Star
Program, you will receive:
.Information on how to implement
the Green Star standards,
Credit in the Chamber's
newsletter, press releases and
advertisements, and
Recognition at an annual awards
event.
Businesses that have earned the Green
Star Award will also receive:
• Green Star window decal *and
certificate,
- Logo sheets for self -promotion
Special designatiofl in the
Chamber directory, and,
- Free publicity.
How DoYou get Started
Get your employees involved. Their
enthusiasm and cooperation will
provide the,ideas and resources that
will benefit your business as you
implement the Green Star standards.
to start a successful program we
recommend that you:
Identify and employee or team of
employees interested in playing a
key role,
Form a Green Star Committee
which will meet regularly,
. Discuss the standards and adapt
them to your business,
Set measurable goals and
timelines,
Purchase the necessary materials
for meeting the standards, and,
Establish an in-house reward or
incentive program.
The following organizations involved in
designing the Green Star Program are
available to assist businesses with
developing their programs: Alaska
Center for the Environment, ADEC
Pollution Prevention Program, and the
Anchorage Recycling Center. We
recommend involving employees at the
beginning of the program to ensure that
they are a part of the overall picture.
emphasize that the program is `
voluntary and is supported by
management.
Enrollment Is Easy.
Green Star packets may be purchased
from the Kenai Chamber of Commerce.
The one time registration lee to,
businesses with one to nine employees
is $ 50, for businesses with 10 to 25
employees the fee is $100, and for more
than 25 employees the fee is $ 250. For
non-profit and government agencies of
any size, the fee is $ 50. Green Star
certification must be renewed annually
for a nominal $25 fee.
Read the standards and fact sheets, and
call any of the resources listed for help if
you need it. Once your business meets
the Green Star standards, submit your
completed achievement form and your
business will receive its Green Star
Award.
GREEN STAR STANDARDS
The Green Star Standards have been designed for businesses of any size or type. The standards are
straightforward and attainable. Detailed information about how to implement the standards is provided
in booklet form to businesses and organizations that decide to enroll in the Green Star Pro, -,ram.
Complete all six of the following:
1. Adopt, post, and circulate to all employees the Green Star policy statement, or your version of
it.
2. Designate a Green Star Coordinator or team.
3. Conduct an annual waste reduction assessment.
4. Provide three incentives or training opportunities to encourage management and employee
participation.
5. Notify your customers about your environmental efforts by publicizing what your business is
doing to meet the Green Star standards.
6. Assist at least one other business in learning the importance of becoming a Green Star business
and encourage them to enroll in the Green Star program.
Complete any six of the following twelve:
7. Practice conservation of office paper.
8. Incorporate at least three energy -conserving changes in your business.
9. Monitor, record, and post utility usage and waste generation.
10. Incorporate waste reduction methods into materials and equipment purchases. '
11. Purchase recycled/reusable materials for your business.
12. Enhance your business' maintenance program to improve equipment efficiency and reduce
waste.
13. Segregate waste materials for recycling and reuse.
14. Promote proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
15. Reduce your business' use of toxic materials.
16. Establish a litter -free zone in the immediate vicinity of your place of business.
17. Establish a waste reduction, recycling, and energy efficiency library in your place of business.
18. - Develop your own waste reduction method different from those listed above.
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Here is what others are saying about their
involvement in
the Green Star Program
"Enrolling in the Green Star Program helped us realize there were
changes we could implement without a great deal of cost or effort. It
was just a matter of setting goals, implementing them and evaluating
our progress. Not only is it a responsible endeavor, but there are
economic benefits for the company as well."
Keith Kalouner, Sales Manager, Asplund Supply
"We tried to set up an office recycling program two years ago. The
program failed . . . then we got involved in Green Star, which takes a
more comprehensive approach, and our program took off! Green Star
emphasizes not only recycling, but also energy conservation and
reducing the use of hazardous materials."
Dave Adams, Principal, Adams, Morgenthaler & Co.
. . At the workshops, I get technical advice and tips on everything
from where to buy p.-oducts made from recycled materials to how to
save money by using energy efficient lighting . . . (workshops) also
give me an opportunity to find out what other businesses are doing in
this area, share idea ; and make contacts . . . "
Donald Freed; Owner, Make A Difference Enterprises
" . . . We feel it's important to take the lead and show what can be
done even in a facility as large as ours. Our guests are commenting
very favorably c n our Green Star Program."
Maria ..tames, Communications Manager, Anchorage Hilton
"First of all, reducing waste leads to cost savings for us. Second, by
preventing pollution, we help limit our liability. And third, it's
just plain good business. Every Anchorage business should make
preserving the environment a top priority. . . "
D. J. Moon, Public Affairs Director, MAPCO Express
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Printed courtesy of Alyeska Pipeline Service Company
GREEN STAR STANDARDS
The Green Star Standards have been designed for businesses of any size or type. The standards are
straightforward and attainable. Detailed information about how to implement the standards is provided
in booklet form to businesses and organizations that decide to enroll in the Green Star Pro,, am.
Complete all six of the following:
1. Adopt, post, and circulate to all employees the Green Star policy statement, or your version of
it.
2. Designate a Green Star Coordinator or team.
3. Conduct an annual waste reduction assessment.
4. Provide three incentives or training opportunities to encourage management and employee
participation.
5. Notify your customers about your environmental efforts by publicizing what your business is
doing to meet the Green Star standards.
6. Assist at least one other business in learning the importance of becoming a Green Star business
and encourage them to enroll in the Green Star program.
Complete any six of the following twelve:
7. Practice conservation of office paper.
8. Incorporate at least three energy -conserving changes in your business.
9. Monitor, record, and post utility usage and waste generation.
10. Incorporate waste reduction methods into materials and equipment purchases.
11. Purchase recycled/reusable materials for your business.
12. Enhance your business' maintenance program to improve equipment efficiency and reduce
waste.
13. Segregate waste materials for recycling and reuse.
14. Promote proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
15. Reduce your business' use of toxic materials.
16. Establish a litter -free zone in the immediate vicinity of your place of business.
17. Establish a waste reduction, recycling, and energy efficiency library in your place of business.
18. , Develop your own waste reduction method different from those listed above.
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SENATOR SUZANNE LITTLE
ALASKA STATE LEGISLATURE
August 25, 1994
Joel Kopp, Director
Kenai Peninsula Greenstar Program
402 Overland Dr.
Kenai, Alaska 99611
Dear Joel,
I am writing you today to express my uncompromising support for the Greenstar
program. I have always maintained a position in favor of programs oriented around
sound energy consumption and thoughtful environmental programs which help
businesses operate more efficiently while reducing damaging effects upon the
environment. The Greenstar program is an example where we all end up winners.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank you for all of your efforts in
establishing the Kenai Peninsula Greenstar Program. Your dedication to this program
will benefit all residents of the Peninsula for years to come. I was honored to participate
in the very early development of the Greenstar program and am quite pleased to see
such a positive result.
Thanks again for your dedication to this program. If I can be of further
assistance please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
January -June: STATE CAPITOL/ JUNEAU, AK 99801-1182 / (907) 465-2828 / Fax: (907) 465-4779
June -December: 34824 KALIFORNSKY BEACH ROAD, SOLDOTNA, AK 99669 / (907) 262-9420 / FAX (907) 262-1881
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ERNEST F. HOLLINGS, SOUTH CAROLINA
TED STEVENS, ALASKA
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J. ROBERT KERREY. NEBRASKA
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JAMES H. ENGLISH.
STAFF DIRECTOR
J. KEITH KENNEDY, MINORITY STAFF DIRECTOR
waited state, �smate
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
WASHINGTON, DC 20510-6025
August 2, 1994
Joel Kopp, Coordinator
Central Peninsula Green Star
402 Overland
Kenai, Alaska 99611
Dear Joel and Green Star members:
My congratulations to all the members of the Central
Peninsula Green Star Program as you begin your important work to
help reduce pollution and energy consumption.
As you kick-off this new cooperative program in the Kenai,
Soldotna and North Kenai area, I commend you all for joining in
an invaluable effort that benefits both consumers, businesses and
the community as a whole.
With best wishes,
Suggested by: Police CYO-Loj-
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1604-94
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $1,560
IN THE GENERAL FUND TO PURCHASE TWO COMPUTER MONITORS IN THE
COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT.
WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borough has offered to provide
a grant to the City of Kenai to reimburse the City for the
cost of two 17" computer monitors; and
WHEREAS, the computer monitors will be used in dispatch and
in the 911 system.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, that estimated revenues and appropriations be
increased as follows:
General Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Kenai Peninsula Borough Grant $1,560
Increase Appropriations:
Communications - Small Tools
& Minor Equipment $1,560
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this
21st day of September, 1994.
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
Approved by Finance: (:!7 -7
(8\31\94) kl.
September 7, 1994
September 21, 1994
September 21, 1994
KENAI POLICE DEPT.
107 SOUTH WILLOW ST., KENAI, ALASKA 99611
TELEPHONE: (907) 283-7879 • FAX (907) 283-2267
MEMORANDUM
TO: Thomas J. Manninen
City Manager
FROM: Daniel L. Morris
-30 Chief of Police
DATE: August 31, 1994
SUBJECT: E911
As part of the Enhanced 911 system, the Borough Department of
Emergency Management is providing the funds to the Kenai Communi-
cations Department for purchasing two 17" computer monitors. The
Director of Emergency Management, Bob Heavilin, has agreed to
reimburse the Communications Department in the amount of $1560.00
for the monitors (Borough purchase order #117782).
Mr. Heavilin has also agreed to provide the Communications
Department with the software and hardware necessary to utilize
the full capabilities of the E911 system.
With the system fully on-line, a map will appear on the monitor
indicating the location of the call each time a 911 line is
answered. In addition, text on the screen will display the
physical address of the caller. The system is capable of dis-
playing up to eight incoming 911 calls simultaneously in a split
screen format.
This system should increase the speed and accuracy of an emergen-
cy dispatch. The map system will also assist dispatch in giving
directions to emergency units responding to mutual aid requests
outside our area.
I am requesting a city ordinance increasing revenue by $1560.00
in the Communications Department.
cc:- Charles Brown
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Suggested by: Librarian
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1605-94
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $13,862
IN THE GENERAL FUND AS A RESULT OF RECEIVING TWO STATE
LIBRARY GRANTS.
WHEREAS, the City has received a $6,000 grant from the State
of Alaska for services to Wildwood Correctional Facility;
and
WHEREAS, the City has received a $7,862 grant from the State
of Alaska for library books.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, that estimated revenues and appropriations be
increased as follows:
General Fund
Increase
Estimated Revenues:
State Library Grants
13 862
Increase
Appropriations:
Library
- Salaries
$ 5,194
Library
- ESC
26
Library
- Workers Comp.
23
Library
- Medicare
75
Library
- Social Security
322
Library
- Transportation
360
Library
- Books
7,862
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this
21st day of September, 1994.
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
Approved by Finance: c 9�
(8\31\94) kl
September 7, 1994
September 21, 1994
September 21, 1994
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
9(ena i Community L A zg
A PUBLIC LIBRARY IN SERVICE SINCE 1949
163 MAIN STREET LOOP
KENAI, ALASKA 99611
MEMORANDUM
Charles Brown, Finance Director
Emily DeForest, Library Director
30 August 1994
Alaska State Library Grants
The Alaska State Library has notified the Kenai Community
Library of grant awards in the amount of $6000.00 for
Institutional Services and $7,862 for the Public Library
Assistance Grant. The Library asks that these funds be
appropriated for use in the following Library accounts.
Public Library Assistance Grant
001-40-4666 Books and library materials $7,862
Institutional Grant
001-40-0100 Salaries and benefits $5,640
001-40-4533 Transportation 360
The Institutional Grant provides for service at Wildwood
Correctional Center nine hours per week.
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Suggested by: Finance
City of Kenai
RESOLUTION NO. 94-56
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
REQUESTING MUNICIPAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING FROM THE STATE OF
ALASKA.
WHEREAS, AS 29.60.350 requires the governing body of a
municipality to approve a resolution requesting municipal
assistance funding; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai has a fiscal year beginning July
1, and ending on June 30; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai desires to receive municipal
assistance funding.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF KENAI, ALASKA, by this resolution hereby requests
distribution of funding from the municipal assistance fund
to the City of Kenai by the Department of Community and
Regional Affairs on the date required by law.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this
21st day of September, 1994.
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance:
(9/9/94)
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Suggested by: Finance
City of Kenai
RESOLUTION NO. 94-57
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
CERTIFYING THAT THE MUNICIPALITY DID SUFFER SIGNIFICANT
EFFECTS DURING THE PROGRAM BASE YEAR FROM FISHERIES BUSINESS
ACTIVITIES THAT OCCURRED WITHIN THE COOK INLET FISHERIES
MANAGEMENT AREA.
WHEREAS, AS 29.60.450 requires that for a municipality to
participate in the FY95 Alaska Shared Fisheries Business Tax
Program, the municipality must demonstrate to the Department
of Community and Regional Affairs that the municipality
suffered significant effects during calendar year 1993 from
fisheries business activities; and
WHEREAS, 19 AAC 34.060 provides that if the allocation
available for a fisheries management area is less than the
long-term threshold value, a municipality may demonstrate
that it suffered significant effects during the program base
year from fisheries business activities through a resolution
of the municipality's governing body; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai is located within a fisheries
management area with an allocation less than the long-term
threshold value; and
WHEREAS, 19 AAC 34.120 provides that this resolution
satisfies the Short -Form Application resolution requirements
under the FY95 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF KENAI, ALASKA by this resolution certifies that the City
of Kenai did suffer significant effects during calendar year
1993 from fisheries business activities that occurred within
the Cook Inlet fisheries management area and wishes to apply
for funding under the FY95 Shared Fisheries Business Tax
Program.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this
21st day of September, 1994.
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance: Cc�
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WALTER J. HICKEL. GOVERNOR
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND
REGIONAL AFFAIRS
MUNICIPAL & REGIONAL ASSISTANCE DIVISION
0 333 W. 47H AVENUE, SUITE 220 0 P.O. BOX 348 0 P.O. BOX 350 0 P.O. BOX 1068
ANCHORAGE. ALASKA 99501-2341 BETHEL, ALASKA 99559-0348 KOTZEBUE. ALASKA 99752-0350 NOME. ALASKA 99762-1068
PHONE: (907) 269-4500 PHONE: (907) 543-3475 PHONE: (907) 442-3696 PHONE.' (907)1 443.5457
FAX: (907) 269-4539 FAX (907) 543-4152 FAX (907) 442-2402 FAX (9071,K ii
O P.O. BOX 112100 0 209 FORTY MILEA VENUE 0 P.O. BOX 790
JUNEAU, ALASKA 99811-2100 FAIRBANKS. ALASKA 99701-3110 DILLINGHAM, ALASKA 99576-0790 v � i , , £ '
PHONE: (907) 465-4814 PHONE: (907) 452.7126 PHONE: (907) 842-5135
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FAX (907) 465-2948 FAX (907) 451-7251 FAX (907) 842-5140
Dear Municipal Official:
The Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program was created by the Legislature in 1991. The
purpose of this program is to provide for a sharing of state fish tax collected outside municipal
boundaries with municipalities that have been effected by fishing industry activities.
This is the second year for this program. Municipalities around the state will share
approximately $837,000 based on 1993 fisheries activity as reported by fish processors on their
fish tax returns.
The law that created this program requires that program funding be first allocated to fisheries
management areas around the state based on the level of fish processing in each area compared
to the total fish processing for the whole state. Then the funding is further allocated among
the municipalities located within each fisheries management area based on the relative level
of impacts experienced by each municipality. Details of how the program works are presented
in the application under Program Description.
Your community is located in the Cook Inlet Fisheries Management Area. The municipalities
located in this area include Anchorage, Homer, Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Kachemak,
Seldovia, Seward and Soldotna. The FY 95 program total allocation to be shared within this
area is approximately $28,044.
In fisheries management areas where the program allocation is less than $4,000 multiplied by
the number of municipalities in the area, program regulations provide for a "short -form"
application. In your area the threshold value is $32,000 (8 municipalities x $4,000) and you are
therefore receiving the attached Short Form Application. We encourage your municipality to
complete the FY 95 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Application as soon as possible. FINAL
DEADLINE for submissions of applications is December 15,1994.
If you have any questions about the program, or require assistance in completing the
application, please call me at 465-4751 or Bill Rolfzen at 465-4733.
Sincerely,
Michael Cushing
Research Analyst
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FY 95 Short -Form Application
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The purpose of the Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program is to provide for an
annual sharing of fish tax collected outside municipal boundaries to municipalities
that can demonstrate they suffered significant effects from fisheries business
activities. This program is administered separately from the state fish tax sharing
program administered by the Department of Revenue which shares fish tax
revenues collected inside municipal boundaries.
Program Eligibility
To be eligible for an allocation under this program, applicants must:
1) be a municipality (city or borough); and,
2) must demonstrate the municipality suffered significant effects as a result
of fisheries business activity that occurred within its respective fisheries
management area(s).
Program
The funding available for the program this year is equal to half the amount of state
fisheries business tax revenues collected outside of municipal boundaries during
calendar year 1993. Based on Department of Revenue 1994 fish tax returns, the
current year funding level is approximately $870,000.
Program funding is allocated in two stages:
1st stage: Nineteen Fisheries Management Areas (FMAs) were established using
existing commercial fishing area boundaries. The available funding is
allocated among these 19 FMAs based on the pounds of fish and
shellfish processed in each FMA compared to the pounds of fish and
shellfish processed in the whole state during the 1993 calendar year.
For example, if an area processed 10% of all the fish and shellfish
processed in the whole state during 1993, then that area would
receive 10% of the funding available for the program this year. These
allocations are calculated based on Calendar Year 1993 Fisheries
Business Tax Return information.
2nd stage: If the total funding available for a Fisheries Management Area (FMA) is
less than the long -form threshold value (the value determined by
multiplying the number of municipalities in an area by $4,000), then
one half of the allocation is divided equally among the eligible
applicants in that area. The other half of the area allocation is
distributed among the eligible applicants proportionate to the
populations of all the eligible applicants in the area. This is known as
the short -form method*.
* Because your municipality is located within a Fisheries Management Area
with:a lotal ,allocation less than the long -form --threshold -value,
you.have been: -provided a Short -Form Application.
Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program:
Program Description — Page Two
Short -Form Application Method: In order to receive funding under the Short -
Form Application Method, an applicant must have suffered significant effects
during the program base year from fisheries business activities that occurred
within its respective fisheries management area(s).
For the purposes of this program, "fisheries business activity" means:
✓ activity related to fishing, including but not limited to the catching and
sale of fisheries resources;
✓ activity related to commercial vessel moorage and commercial vessel
and gear maintenance;
✓ activity related to preparing fisheries resources for transportation; and,
✓ activity related to processing fisheries resources for sale by freezing,
icing, cooking, salting, or other method and includes but is not limited
to canneries, cold storages, freezer ships, and processing plants.
And, "significant effects" means:
✓ municipal expenditures during the program base year demonstrated by
the municipality to the department to be reasonable and necessary
that are the result of fisheries business activities on the municipality's:
• population;
• employment;
• finances;
• air and water quality;
• fish and wildlife habitats; and,
• ability to provide essential public services, including health
care, public safety, education, transportation, marine garbage
collection and disposal, solid waste disposal, utilities, and
government administration.
And, "program base year" means calendar year 1993.
Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program:
Program Description — Page Three
Under the Short -Form Application Method, a municipality may demonstrate that
it suffered significant effects from fisheries business activities through an approved
resolution of the municipality's governing body. The attached resolution and
cover page constitute an application and no other forms need to be submitted. X
If your municipality did suffer significant effects during the program base year as a
result of fisheries business activities that occurred within its respective fisheries
management area, and if your municipality wishes to participate in the FY 95
Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program, the attached cover page and approved X
resolution must be submitted to the Department by no later than December 15,
1994.
If you have any questions regarding this program,
please call Michael Cushing at 465-4751 or Bill Rolfzen at 465-4733.
.,SHORT -FORM ArPPLICATION
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Name of Municipality: City of Kenai
Address: 210 Fidalgo, suite 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611
Contact Person: Charles A. Brown, Finance Director
Phone Number:
(907) 283-7538
Return this cover page along with the attached resolution to:
2-5,
Suggested by: Administrau.Lu,A
CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 94-58
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
AWARDING A LEASE FOR THE KENAI MUNICIPAL AIRPORT TERMINAL GIFT
SHOP CONCESSION TO MITCHELL DOBRICH FOR A MONTHLY RENTAL RATE OF
$400.00.
WHEREAS, only one bid was received on September 14, 1994 for the
above referenced concession; and,
WHEREAS, Mitchell Dobrich bid a monthly rental rate of $400.00
for the five-year period beginning November 2, 1994; and,
WHEREAS, the recommendation from the City Administration is to
award the concession to Mitchell Dobrich for a monthly rental
rate of $400.00; and,
WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Kenai has determined that
acceptance of Mitchell Dobrich's bid would be in the best
interest of the City.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, that the City Council, by this resolution, award a lease
for the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal Gift Shop Concession to
Mitchell Dobrich for a monthly rental rate of $400.00.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day
of September, 1994.
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance: C a
9/14/94
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JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Suggested by: Administration
CITY OF KENAI 1
RESOLUTION NO. 94-59
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ENAI, ALASKA,
SUPPORTING THE CONCEPT OF IMPROVING CUNNIN AM
PARK, AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO APPLY FOR GRANT OF UP TO
$500,000.00 TO ACQUIRE ADDITIONAL LANDS AND UPGRADE AND ENHANCE
THE PARK* T SXi
WHEREAS, the park would include a designated parking area for cars
and recreational vehicles, river viewing and interpretive stations,
new restrooms, development of a boardwalk with river access stairs
to allow visitors to walk along the wetland portion of the
property, and improvement of fishing access, while minimizing
degradation of critical habitat and bank erosion; and
WHEREAS, it is understood that costs may be incurred by the City
for developing a park proposal suitable for delivery to Alaska
State Parks, but land acquisition and development costs would be
borne by the S ; and
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WHEREAS, the City is committed to continued operation and
maintenance of the project after completion, and it is understood
that the City may be responsible for additional operation a/nd,
maintenance costs due to improvements at the park. Q%
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOL
VED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, that it supports improvements to Cunningham Park, and
authorizes the City Administration to apply f
Rerc�ion to pay for land acquisition, and facilities
upgrade and enhancement.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day
of September, 1994.
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Written by Public Works:
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CITY OF KENAI
_ 210 FIDALGO KENAI, ALASKA 99611
TELEPHONE 283 - 7535
FAX 907.283.3014
MEMORANDUM
Date: September 14, 1994
To: Mayor Williams and City Council v
Through: Tom Manninen, City Manager��
Through: Bob Springer, Acting Public Works Director
From: Rachel Clark, Engineering TechJ.1-'
Subject: Cunningham Park Improvements
In response to Council's request for information, Mr. Lofstedt is
willing to sell the four lots adjoining the Cunningham Park
property for $75,000.00 each. The actual selling price would be
negotiated by a State appraiser. The senior Mr. Lofstedt said he
would like to see the City do something nice for both the people
who use Cunningham Park, and the people who live there.
Borough
Asking
Acreage
Appraisal
Price
Lot 3 1.34
$42,400
$75,000
Lot 4 1.22
42,900
75,000
Lot 5 1.16
42,900
75,000
Lot 6 1.05
42,500
75,000
$171,700 $300,000
Land acquisition could be paid for under the State Parks Grant,
but would be included in the $500,000 funding limit if we develop
the property in one phase. Other grant funds, e.g. for
sportfishing development, may also be available for this project.
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September 7, 1994
Ms. Carol Freas
Kenai City Clerk
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794
Dear Ms. Freas:
Attached is a copy of our 1994 permit application we would like to add the following
event for approval.
Location: Alaskalanes, 10639 Kenai Spur Hwy., Kenai, Alaska, 99611
Type of game: Contest of skill
Contact : Cheryle James
Phone: 595-1456
If you have any questions please give me a call at (344-0101).
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jean A. Wilcox
Office Manager/Accounting Clerk
Purpose: To educate and inspire young people to value free enterprise, understand business and
economics and be workforce ready.
Permit
Alaska Department of Revenue
Charitable Gaming Division
P.U. Box 110440
Juneau, AK 99811-0440
Games of Chance and Contests of Skill
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COUNCIL ON AGING
September 6, 1994
***MEETING***
Senior Center
Joanna Hollier - Chairperson
ROLL CALL:
Members present:
Joanna Hollier, Al Pease, Georgetta Funk, Sam Huddleston, Pauline Gross, Roger
Meeks, Lucille Billings, Loretta Breeden
Members absent: Gene Seay
Also present:
Pat Porter, Senior Director; Loretta Harvey, Admin. Assistant; Sylvia Johnson; Inez
Loftis; Arthur Couch; Frank Stanley; Fran Pease
NEW BUSINESS:
Joanna Hollier said the meeting had been called to discuss the salad bar issue.
Pat Porter reported that there are some seniors who are eating soup and salad bar
and then taking home their hot meals to eat later. To address this issue Pat had
published an article in the news letter which upset some people at the Center. The
salad bar was added to compliment the meal, but because people have been abusing
the salad bar meal costs are rising. The suggested contribution for meals is presently
$2.50, the funding is not adequate to provide two meals a day. The center is required
by the Older Alaskans Commission (OAC) to provide 1/3 of the daily nutritional needs
for each person served. Pat said if the problem continued they might have to
eliminate the salad bar or increase the suggest meal contribution.
Porter had contacted the OAC regarding this problem and received a letter which she
read into the record (attached). The letter explained the OAC meal requirements and
the daily recommended portions. By providing additional choices to the basic menu,
such as salad bars, the meals costs are increased. The conclusion from the letter
was that "If the salad/soup bar is going to drive your meal costs up to the point you
cannot serve as many meals, you will have to choose between finding new funds to
pay for it or cutting back on the choice."
Council on Aging
September 6, 1994
Page 1
Porter contacted the Palmer Center, where they also provide a salad/soup bar. At
that Center no one is allowed to take food home. This has help to keep their cost
down. Porter said the Kenai Center could go to such a policy, and that seniors can
also request half portions, if they wish to fill up on soup and/or salad.
Federal Funding has been reduced for the Senior meal program and further cuts are
anticipated. While the suggested meal contribution is $2.50 the actual contribution is
not less on average. The home delivery seniors average a contribution of about $.73
per meal. The meal budget is figured six months ahead of time, costs can rise
dramatically from the time the budget is figured and the time the actual meals are
served. Porter asked the Commission to help her find a solution which would serve
the needs of the seniors, yet keep meal costs down.
Loretta Breeden asked if the Center felt they could afford to offer a salad/soup bar
when they incorporated the bar into the lunch program? Also, she asked if there was
a lot of waste?
Pat Porter responded that at the time the salad/soup bar was introduced the center
could afford it. They could continue it, if people would not take advantage of the
program by filling up on salad/soup and taking home the main meal. The Center is
just not funded to provide two meals per day. Any surplus food left from the meal
program is frozen into individual serving dishes and used for the home served seniors,
so there is virtually no waste.
Loretta Breeden asked if the Center could request a larger donation for salad/soup?
Porter said it would be hard to monitor who had paid for what. Breeden suggest the
center charge $2.50 for salad/soup or the meal. People who want salad would be
given a pink ticket and those who wanted the main entree would receive a blue ticket.
She agreed with Porter that something had to be done to prevent people from abusing
the system.
Roger Meeks felt that $2.50 was high for a salad/soup bar. He did however feel an
additional charge could be added to those who wanted both salad/soup bar and the
meal.
MOTION:
LORETTA BREEDEN MOVED TO SET THE SUGGESTED CONTRIBUTION AT $2.50
FOR SALAD/SOUP BAR AND ISSUE A PINK TICKET FOR THAT PORTION AND
ALSO CHARGE $2.50 FOR THE MAIN MEAL WITH A BLUE TICKET ISSUED FOR
THAT PORTION. ROGER MEEKS SECONDED.
Council on Aging
September 6, 1994
Page 2
Sylvia Johnson said she would rather see the meal raised and let people choose what
they want. Not make it either salad/sou p or the meal.
Lucille Billings suggested the salad be served with the meal as the kitchen could
control the portions.
VOTE: YES=1 NO=7 MOTION FAILED.
MOTION:
ROGER MEEKS MOVED TO SERVE THE SALAD ON THE PLATE AND RAISE THE
SUGGESTED DONATION TO $3.00 PER MEAL. PAULINE GROSS SECONDED.
Roger Meeks said it was hard enough to plan for meals with the present system.
Also, all other centers presently suggest a $3.00 donation and he felt all the centers
should be consistent with this suggested donation amount.
Loretta Breeden asked Pat Porter what she would like to see happen?
Porter said she would like to not have people take advantage of the salad/soup bar
and then take meals home with them. Loretta Breeden agreed and felt the center
should institute a policy of no meals leaving the dining room. Porter said if people
would just eat either soup/salad or the meal the $2.50 suggested donation would be
adequate.
VOTE: YES=5 NO=2 MOTION PASSED.
Joanna Hollier reiterated that the center would return to the old system of serving the
salad with the meal and increase the suggested donation to $3.00.
Loretta Breeden suggested that a survey be mailed to meal patrons, whether they
wished to keep the salad/soup bar and whether the $2.50 suggested donation was
adequate.
Porter stated that $2.50 is not enough the present way. Another way the problem
might be solved is to just put out one salad. If people take too much, peer pressure
would probably take care of that problem. Porter felt a surrey was a good suggestion.
She said she would put together a survey, with Board concurrence, and publish it in
the next newsletter.
Council on Aging
September 6, 1994
Page 3
MOTION AND VOTE:
ROGER MEEKS MOVED FOR RECONSIDERATION OF PREVIOUS MOTION SO
PAT PORTER CAN TAKE A STRAW POLL OF MEMBERS WHO EAT AT THE
CENTER. AT THE NEXT MEETING THE COUNCIL WILL CONSIDER A NEW
MOTION OR INSTITUTE THE PRESENT MOTION. JOANNA HOLLIER SECONDED.
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Sam Huddleston felt the group had gotten away from the original purpose the meeting
was called for, which is the problem of taking meals home, or not.
Loretta Breeden suggested that until the motion is reconsidered the salad/soup bar
remain with one soup, one salad and a sign 'one trip please".
Pat Porter said she would develop a survey and institute the one soup, one salad, one
trip policy until a final decision can be made.
Sam Huddleston moved to adjourn at approximately 11:21 a.m. The meeting was
adjou rned.
Respectfully submitted,
Lo etta Harve
Administrative Assistant
Council on Aging
September 6, 1994
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: September 9, 1994
TO: Chairman Bill Toppa
Airport Commission
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SUBJECT: AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETINGCOUNCIL WORK
SESSION ON BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, ETC.
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Please accept my apology for not mailing packets for the September 8th, Airport
Commission Meeting. I realize this was a grave error, and I am truly sorry.
The next meeting is scheduled for October 13th. I will provide a packet for that
meeting.
The Council is holding a special work session to discuss Boards, Commissions, etc.,
on September 21 st at 6:00 p.m., just prior to the Council Meeting. All Board,
Commission Members are invited to attend and participate.
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KENAI HARBOR COMMISSION
AGENDA
September 12, 1994
Kenai City Hall 7:00 p.m.
Chairman Will Jahrig
1. ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - June 6, 1994, July 11, 1994 (no quorum)
August 8, 1994 (no quorum)
4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
7. INFORMATION
a. Open Meetings Act Clarifications
b. Application for Permit - Dragnet Fisheries, Floating Dock
C. Acquisition Program - Chester Cone Property
d. Dock 93/94 Revenues/Expenditures
8. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS
a. City Council Agendas: June 15, July 6, & 20, August 3, & 17, and
September 7, 1994
9. ADJOURNMENT
Set date for next meeting.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 12, 1994,
PLEASE CALL KATHY WOODFORD AT 283-7535 BY 4:00 P.M. ON THAT DATE.
THANK YOU.
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September 12, 1994 Minutes
Jahrig said the camping situation went very well this year. He said it made a difference
having the campers in the trees. Bookey said he hadn't heard any complaints about it
either. Jahrig asked about the Police Department's enforcement of camping in that area.
Bookey said they had been waiting for the seasonal employee.
6. NEW BUSINESS
Jahrig said all of the lights at the dock are being left on at night and asked Kornelis if the
they can be shut off at night, except for maybe one of them. Kornelis said he would look
into it. Jahrig suggested putting a timer on a couple of the lights so when someone is
working down there, they could push the timer for 60 minutes and the light would
automatically go off; if they weren't done yet, they could push the timer back on. Kornelis
said the dock will be closing up soon but he will check into it.
Jahrig asked Administration to issue a memo to Swede Freden and Paul Zimmerman, on
behalf of the Harbor Commission, thanking for a job well done on the work done at the
dock this year. Bookey agreed and said he has heard a lot of compliments on the new
handicap access, etc. at the dock.
Kornelis said the strong box had been broken into once during the summer but Swede
reinforced the box so that it wouldn't happen again. Bookey asked if there were many
complaints about the fees. Komelis said mostly from the commercial fishermen.
There was some discussion about the fish tax. Eldridge said the fish tax is paid to the
processor if they are inside the city limits. If the processor is outside the city limits the
fish tax is not collected. Bookey asked if the city gets any of the money from the fish tax.
Kornelis said he doesn't think so, but he will check into it.
There was some discussion regarding the bed tax.
7. INFORMATION
a. Open Meetings Act Clarification
Eldridge asked how many commissioners could meet, i.e., for coffee, before it is
considered a violation of the Open Meetings Act. Bookey said three.
b. Application for Permit - Dragnet Fisheries, Floating Dock
Jahrig noted the comment period for this permit is expired.
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C. Acquisition Program - Chester Cone Property
Eldridge asked what the feedback on this subject is.
Bookey said it is really hard to tell. He said Cone's attorney, Jim Butler, had been in front
on the council twice trying to get council's endorsement, which he received. Bookey
referred to the drawings of a potential park.
Jahrig asked if the property included the area with the trailer rentals on it. Bookey said
no, it is the 100 acres that was part of the original discussions between the city and
Cone.
Bookey said the city has not allocated any money for the project and if everything goes
through the city will end up doing maintenance and upkeep of the property.
Jahrig said the project sounded like a benefit to the city. He added this is the chance to
try and help conserve/help the habitat along the river everyone is fighting so hard to keep.
Bookey said if this goes through the state would like to use it as an example of how these
projects can work.
Jahrig said there is a project in Kodiak (a condominium for natives) that was funded by
this trustee fund. He added the only stipulation was to put in a small museum.
Jahrig referred to the Cunningham Park drawing and asked if the city has talked to any
body about buying this property. Bookey said he doesn't think Lofstedt has been
approached.
Kornelis referred to a memo by Rachel Clark which explains everything about the
Cunningham property and the Cone property.
Jahrig said he felt 26 trailer spaces and 33 car spaces is an awful lot. He stated there
are so many people there already this will only make it worse. Jahrig said we are all
trying to take care of the critical habitat, what provisions are being made to do it here.
Kornelis said people would use the boardwalk to the ladders then down to the gravel
areas. Once on the gravel, there is not much that can be damaged, such as vegetation.
Kornelis said a fence could be put up around the area to keep people off surrounding
private property.
Bookey agreed with Kornelis that once people are on the gravel, there is not much
damage to be done.
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McCubbins asked if the Cunningham area is zoned wetlands. The discussion was that
it is not. McCubbins asked where Cone's property is from Cunningham. He was told up
river about a quarter mile.
d. Dock 93/94 Revenues/Expenditures
Thompson asked if petroleum sales is net. Bookey said it is gross sales.
8. DISCUSSION
None
9. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS
Bookey said the council will be happy to see there was a quorum tonight. He added
there will be a work session on 9/21/94 at 6:00 p.m. regarding commissions and
committees.
Eldridge mentioned the amount of buoys in the mouth of the river. He said there isn't
even a channel through them he can take his barge through. There was some discussion
on what can be done about the buoys. Kornelis said he would check into it with the
Corps. Eldridge said he would like to see at least a 100' channel for large boats to get
through.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The next Harbor Commission meeting will be October 10, 1994.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Transcribed and submitted by:
Kathy Woodford
Public Works Admin. Assistant
KENAI ADVISORY LIBRARY COMMISSION
KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTIVITY ROOM
September 6, 1994
Chairman, Jerry Hanson
***AGENDA***
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JUNE 7. 1994
5. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
6. LIBRARIAN'S REPORT
7. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT
8. OLD BUSINESS
a. Summer Reading Program
9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Citizen's Complaint
b. Review Policy on Intellectual Freedom
c. Intellectual Freedom Workshop - October 2
10. COMMISSIONERS COMMENTSjQUESTIONS
11. ADJOURNMENT
PLEASE CALL EMILY (283-4378) OR LORETTA (283-7933) IF YOU ARE UNABLE
TO ATTEND SO WE CAN ESTABLISH A QUORUM
ADVISORY LIBRARY
SEPTEMBER 9, 1994
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b. SLED -
library and they
computers as they
it, etc.
COMMISSION MEETING
DeForest reported SLED was in operation in the
are aware people are using it through their own
have received telephone calls asking how to use
C. WORK EXPERIENCE WEER - DeForest reported Linda McNair
was working at the Wasilla Library for a week in an exchange
program between the two libraries. The Wasilla Library is of
comparable size and are also using Dynix. Because the Wasilla
Library is partially borough funded, there are other libraries
included on their Dynix program. They have one person who works
only on Dynix.
d. EMPLOYEES - DeForest reported two part-time employees
have been hired. They are Julie Niederhauser and Corey Hall.
Hall conducted the summer reading program and is already planning
for next year's program. Niederhauser, who is studying to be a
librarian, transferred from the Parks & Recreation Department.
e. ARCO GRANT - DeForest reported an ARCO grant for $3,000
was received. She is hoping to purchase a CD player as an
addition to the previous ARCO grant purchased equipment.
DeForest stated she is investigating both the stack type, which
can hold four CDs, and the jukebox type, which will play 18. The
stack type is much more expensive. The jukebox can be used by
only one computer/person at a time. A stack can be networked
with several computers so more than one patron is able to share
the CDs. The stack type can be added to and can be utilized with
SLED and the IBMs. Commissioner Heus suggested purchasing the
stack and add to it in increments.
ITEM 7: FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REPORT
Commissioner Heus reported the book sale was very successful.
Approximately $1,800 was made. The Friends have not had a
meeting since the book sale. Their next meeting is scheduled for
Monday, September 12. Minutes will be sent to all of the members
to keep them informed.
Heus was asked how the membership drive was progressing. Heus
reported at this time she has 61 names on the computer list.
The relationship between the Friends of the Library to the
Library Commission was explained to the Commission's newest
members. It was explained the Friends was organized years before
the Library Commission. The Friends is a non-profit organization
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SEPTEMBER 9, 1994
PAGE 3
which can raise and spend money to support the library. The
Friends have no official capacity with the city. The Commission
is a liaison between the Friends and the city council.
ITEM 8: OLD BUSINESS
a. Summer Reading Program
DeForest referred to information distributed at the beginning of
the meeting which reported there were 300 readers and pre -readers
who signed up for the program. The program was very successful.
Next year's theme will be "Reading Across America" and will focus
on United States geography.
ITEM 10: NEW BUSINESS
a. Citizen's Complaint
DeForest reported a complaint was received from a citizen who
objected to the placement of a photograph in the library. A copy
of the complaint was distributed to the Commission for their
review. DeForest explained the photograph was one of several in
a juried exhibit. When arranging for an exhibit to be displayed,
she does not see of what the exhibit includes. DeForest added
she felt if one piece of the exhibit is removed, the whole
exhibit should be removed.
DeForest requested direction from the Commission to either find
the exhibit objectionable and take the entire exhibit down, or
find it non -objectionable and leave the entire exhibit up. If
the Commission found the exhibit not objectionable, a letter
would be forwarded to the complainant and explain the findings of
the Commission.
A five-minute break was taken in order for the Commission to
review the photograph in question.
Commission Heus referred to the "Policies" of the Kenai Library
which were distributed at the beginning of the meeting. Heus
questioned the statement at "D" of the Book Selection portion
where it states, "This Commission defends the principles of the
freedom to read and declares that whenever censorship is involved
no book and/or library material shall be removed from the library
save under the orders of a court of competent jurisdiction."
Heus questioned who the "court of competent jurisdiction" is.
ADVISORY LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING
SEPTEMBER 9, 1994
PAGE 4
She was answered the Commission had the jurisdiction. DeForest
added the library has been operating under these polices and
procedures for some time.
MOTION:
Commissioner Rodes MOVED to leave the exhibit up as it is.
Commissioner Brown SECONDED the motion.
DeForest was asked if the complainant would be contacted as to
their findings. DeForest stated she would send a letter.
DeForest added the complainant was invited to the Commission's
meeting, but was not present.
VOTE:
There were no objections to the motion. SO ORDERED.
b. Review Policy on Intellectual Freedom
DeForest stated there is much to think about as there are more
things in libraries, in addition to books, receiving objections.
DeForest suggested the Commission needs to decide what kind of
policy they want to have in regard to intellectual freedom. A
more specific determination needs to be made in regard to library
materials, which can include posters, handouts, exhibits, etc.
The same kind of materials that could be available at private
businesses.
In referring to the photograph exhibit (discussed at Item 9-a,
Commissioner Rodes asked if DeForest was able to review the
exhibit before it came to the Library. DeForest stated no, but
added she reviewed information about the exhibit. Peters
suggested it is much like ordering books. Commissioner Brown
noted the picture was hung in a less noticeable place.
Commissioner Heus suggested the Commission review the Library
Bill of Rights and the American Library Association Freedom to
Read statements prior to the next commission meeting.
C. Intellectual Freedom Workshop - October 2, 1994
DeForest informed the Commission an Intellectual Freedom Workshop
will be held at the Library on October 2, 1994. The first part
of the workshop will be free of charge. The second half will
have a charge. DeForest invited the commissioners to attend. If
ADVISORY LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING
SEPTEMBER 9, 1994
PAGE 5
the Commissioners want to attend the second half, the city will
pay the charge. The workshop is being sponsored by the Alaska
State Library. Both public and school libraries will be
represented at the conference. They will be discussing parental
rights in regard to what books children may take out, who is
responsible for the reading material a child may choose, etc.
Commissioner Heus suggested they hold the review of the policies
and procedures until after the October 2 workshop. Commissioners
should plan on attending the workshop.
It was decided the review of the policies and procedures be
placed on the Commission's November meeting agenda. However, a
short discussion of the item will be placed on the October
meeting at which time the Commission members may make some
suggested changes to the policies and procedures. A subcommittee
of Commissioners O'Reilly and Brown will then meet with DeForest
prior to the November meeting to review and develop suggested
amendments, etc. O'Reilly agreed to chair the subcommittee.
It was requested that a reminder of the workshop date be sent to
the commissioners prior to the workshop.
ITEM 10: COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS/OIIESTIONS
Hanson - Stated his house is for sale and he intends to move
from the state in the near future. Hanson requested Heus to
draft the agenda for the next meeting and deliver it to City Hall
for distribution to the Commission as he will be out-of-state.
Heus agreed.
Heus - No comments.
Rodeo - No comments.
O'Reilly - Requested the definition of the goal of the
library as a community computer center. DeForest explained how
SLED operated, etc. O'Reilly asked if they will be ending up
with the library as a research center. DeForest stated there is
that possibility but it is not very likely as it would be very
costly. A short discussion followed. Heus stated the library
uses the computer to provide information to its patrons. It is a
tool to get the information. Heus stated she did not see much
difference between a computer and books.
ADVISORY LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING
SEPTEMBER 9, 1994
PAGE 6
Commissioner Rodes suggested a time be set aside to allow patrons
not comfortable with working with the electronic card catalog,
etc. to visit the library and initiate themselves to its use.
Brown - No comments.
Peters - No comments.
ITEM 11:
MOTION:
Commissioner Heus MOVED for adjournment of the meeting and
Commissioner Brown SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:40 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and submitted by:
Carol L. Fre s, City Clerk
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A PUBLIC LIBRARY IN SERVICE SINCE 1949
163 MAIN STREET LOOP
KENAI, ALASKA 99611
REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 1994
Circulation Adult Juvenile Easy Books
Fiction 2143 939 1322
Non -Fiction 2022 236 385
Periodicals 46
Kits Puzzles Phonodiscs Cassettes Videos Misc.
9 10 40 72 451 85
Total Printed Materials .. r 7093
Total Circulation .. 7760
Additions Docs Adult Juvenile Easy Books AV
Gifts 18 86 7 20 40
Purchases 72 49 11 11
Total Additions .. 314
Interlibrary Loans Ordered Received Returned
Books 50 42 27
Interlibrary Loans by our Library .. Books 55
Volunteers
Number .. 26
Income
Total Hours .. 370
Fines and Sale Books $1001.40
Lost or Damaged Books 177.95
Xerox 286.75
Donations 53.50
Total Income for AUGUST 1994 $1519.60
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
"MINUTES`*
September 6, 1994 - 7:00 p.m.
Chairman Richard Hultberg Presiding
1. ROLL CALL
Members present: Richard Hultberg, Kelly Gifford, Roger Seibert, Amanda Baldwin
Members absent: Dale Sandahl, Jerry Carlson, Cliff Massie
Also present: Mayor John Williams, Councilman Duane Bannock, Parks & Rec.
Director Kayo McGillivray, Administrative Assistant Kathy Woodford
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were no objections to the agenda.
3. NEW BUSINESS
a. State Parks Recreation Project Funding/Chester Cone Property
Acquisition and Development
McGillivray referred to Resolution 94-55 which supports the acquisition of the Cone
property. He said the City Manager, City Engineer, and Engineering Technician, felt that
with the opportunity of these funds, the city should look at other areas for development,
besides the Cone property.
McGillivray said he felt the three lots beside Cunningham Park would be advantageous
based on the numbers of people that already use Cunningham Park during the summer.
McGillivray said he would like to see the Commission discuss different proposals and
make a recommendation to the City Council on Wednesday (9/7/94).
Hultberg asked if the Commission's recommendation had to be made tonight for tomorrow
nights Council meeting.
McGillivray said he did not know if Council plans to take official action on 9/7/94 or at a
later date.
Williams said we are under some time constraints with regards to the Cone property and
applications for funds. Williams stated the City Manager has suggested some other areas
for review: the Cunningham Park area; the Beach River Mouth area and the Birch Island
area. Williams referred to the Cone property first. He said Exxon is planning to spend
several millions of dollars to restore various areas that were affected by the Exxon Valdez
spill. The areas of concern are the Prince William Sound sector; the Cook
Inlet/Kachemak Bay sector and the Kodiak sector. Williams said Jim Butler (attorney for
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9/6/94
Chester Cone) and Mr. Cone have influenced the Exxon Valdez Trustees into taking a
look at purchasing 100 acres from Cone on Beaver Loop (the same property the city
proposed putting a boat ramp on and was turned down by state & federal agencies). The
state and federal agencies are looking more favorably to the Exxon Valdez purchase of
the property for a habitat control area rather than when the city suggested a boat ramp.
The property could be developed to have river front protection, boardwalks, educational
kiosks with interpretive signs, parking, and perhaps some kind of docking down the river.
Williams said there are two categories of funding. He said one is the purchase by the
Exxon Valdez Trustees and the other is by money that has been given to the State of
Alaska Dept. of Parks & Outdoor Recreation for the purpose of creating habitat viewing
areas and parks.
Williams asked the Commission to keep in mind that the city is not involved in the Exxon
Valdez purchase of the Cone property except that (after the property is purchased) the
Council may decide to deed it to the city. The city would have to make the application
for the half million dollars for development at the Cone property. Williams said if we make
application for the money, and build the facility, the city would be on the hook for the long
term maintenance and operation of the property. He said it may include hiring a full time
person for the summer just to take care of that area.
Williams said the Birch Island Park was supposed to be done by the State (Neil
Johansen) as a second phase to the Boardwalk project but ended up not being done.
The River Mouth Viewing Area project had a problem because the land in question is
owned by too many people (public and private).
Williams said the Cunningham Park area is the most viable area. Williams said there is
ten million dollars in this fund that has to be distributed by December. He said there are
several options; the city could make application for $500,000 to acquire the Cone property
through the Exxon Valdez committee (which will be a "multi -generational," long term
project); we can make application for $500,000 for acquisition of the Cunningham Park
(if the lands are acquirable and which may be done in one year, short term); or we could
make application for both areas. In either case, the application has to be for habitat
protection, restoration/rehabilitation programs.
Williams stated that Cunningham Park was originally supposed to be a "childrens park,"
according to Martha Cunningham. He added it was never intended to have a boat ramp
there. Williams asked to consider the question of how far Cunningham Park could be
developed, without the heirs of Martha Cunningham's estate coming back and claiming
the city is not using the property under the conditions it was originally granted to us for.
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9/6/94
McGillivray said he has never seen any terms concerning Cunningham Park and that the
boat ramp was there in 79" when he took over the Parks & Rec. Department. Williams
said the boat ramp was "boot legged" in one night.
Gifford asked for some clarification of the two maps that were handed out. Williams said
they are both of the Cunningham Park area, one is the three lots west of the park, the
other is a rendition of what could be done with the three lots.
McGillivray said the three lots are owned by Lofstedt and when contacted before, Lofstedt
was willing to sell.
Gifford asked where the Cone property is. Williams got a map to show where the
properties are and pointed them out to the Commissioners.
Baldwin asked who has control of the money. McGillivray said the state has some control
and the Exxon group has some. Seibert clarified that the city had nothing to say about
the money except for making application for it. Bannock said yes, that's correct.
Hultberg stated that this/these project(s) will take a lot of public input. Gifford and
Williams both stated there is not time for public input. Williams said the ten million dollars
will be gone in December.
Baldwin asked how the money will be divided. Williams said anyone interested submits
applications for the money. A committee will be chosen (and he would like to recommend
Richard Hultberg, Fred Braun and Jeff Jefferson serve on this committee) to judge who
will get the money.
Williams said there is no reason we cannot apply for both the Cone property and
Cunningham Park. He added there are problems with both, the Cone property may not
be acquired by the Exxon Trustees, and we may not be able to get the property by
Cunningham.
Hultberg asked if these questions shouldn't be answered before we start the application
process. Williams said application for the money can be made for the money, pending
receipt of the land, and some of the money can be used to acquire the land at
Cunningham.
Bannock stated the resolution before Council only mentions using the $500,000 for the
Cone property. Williams said that is correct, but added there is nothing that says only
one application can be made. Bannock clarified we can ask for $500,000 for the
Cunningham project from the Alaska State Parks and ask Exxon to buy the Cone
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9/6/94
property. Williams added: and ask for $500,000 for the Cone development.
Williams said we would make two applications and the Cone application may be chosen
over the Cunningham application, or visa versa, or maybe neither one of them will be
chosen.
Baldwin asked what would happen if we don't get money for either one of them. Gifford
said we won't have lost anything, Williams and McGillivray agreed.
Bannock asked if the Commission should prioritize the four choices, or recommend
applying for just the two.
Williams suggested applying for just the Cone and Cunningham properties. The other
properties have more problems to deal with than these two. Williams added there is also
some ISTEA money floating around that may be used sometime for these other
properties.
McGillivray stated he feels the development of the Cunningham area would mean more
to the local citizens, because of fishing and access to the river. He said the drawing
Rachel Clark did shows a boardwalk along the front area with access to the sandy beach
using steps rather than walking over the banks and also looks at some erosion control.
Hultberg asked who would make the final decision.
Williams said the Commission needs to make a recommendation to Council and Council
will make the decision.
Hultberg asked if we should only apply for $300,000. Williams said no, we should apply
for as much of the $500,000 as possible. He added it will take that much money to
acquire the property and start development.
Williams said his suggestion is that we go for the Cone project, and let it take its own
speed and go "full guns" for the Cunningham property. Hultberg said we should do our
best for both and Williams agreed but added the Cunningham property (as McGillivray
already mentioned) would be more desirable to the citizens of Kenai and if the Exxon
backing does not go through on the Cone property we won't be doing anything with it
anyway.
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9/6/94
MOTION
GIFFORD MOVED TO RECOMMEND THAT CITY COUNCIL DIRECT ADMINISTRATION
TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR $500,000 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHESTER
CONE PROPERTY ACCORDING TO RESOLUTION NO. 9455 AND ALSO TO MAKE
APPLICATION FOR $500,000 TO ACQUIRE/DEVELOP THE THREE LOTS WEST OF
CUNNINGHAM PARK. SEIBERT SECONDED.
VOTE
Hultberg
Yes Massie Absent
Sandahl
Absent Seibert Yes
Carlson
Absent Baldwin Yes
Gifford
Yes
Hultberg asked if there will be a public hearing at any date. Williams said there has to
be one to accept the grant.
McGillivray asked for clarification on the Alaska State Parks money, if it is also Exxon
money. Williams said yes, it is all from Exxon.
4, ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by Chairman Hultberg at 8:00 p.m.
Transcribed by:
athy W ord, Pu lic orks Ad min. Assistant
KENAI PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
***AGENDA***
September 13, 1994 - 7:00 P.M.
City Council Chambers
CHAIRMAN RICHARD HULTBERG
1• ROLL CALL
20 APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
September 6, 1994
4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO B
E HEARD
5. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
a. Arco -Jesse Owens Games
b. Softball Fields
C. Summer Wrap-up
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEVI/ BUSINESS
a. State Parks Recreation Project Funding/Chester Cone Property Acquisition
and Deveiopm ent
b. State Parks Recreation Project Funding/Cunningham Park
c. State Conference Workshop
8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. INFORMATION
10. ADJOURNMENT
PLEASE CONTACT KAYO (283-3855) OR LORETTA (283-7g33) IF YOU ARE
UNABLE TO ATTEND SO WE CAN ESTABLISH A QUORUM
KENAI PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
""'MINUTES"'
September 13, 1994 - 7:00 P.M.
City Council Chambers
CHAIRMAN RICHARD HULTBERG
1. ROLL CALL
Members present: Mandy Baldwin, Dale Sandah I, Dick Hultberg, Jerry Carlson
Members absent: Kelly Gifford, Cliff Massie, Roger Seibert
Also present: Loretta Harvey, Administrative Assistant
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Kayo McGillivray said he would report on Council items, as Councilman Bannock was
unable to attend the meeting. These items would be under Director's report. Agenda
approved with additions.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
September 6, 1994
Chairman Dick Hultberg asked if there were any changes to the minutes. Seeing and
hearing none the minutes were approved as presented.
4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
5. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
a. Arco -Jesse Owens Games
Kayo McGillivray reported that he has received official notice that the 1994 games
were the last Arco -Jesse Owens Games. Due to restructuring in the organization the
games had to be eliminated nationwide.
Parks & Rec Commission
September 13, 1994
Page 1
b. Softball Fields
The softball infields have received 12-14 inches of topsoil. The next step ip p is t o add 8
inches of sand and 4 inches of topsoil/sand mix. The Parks and Rec crew has had
trouble locating a screen for this project. Norris and Sons would rent a screen an
d
driver for $170 per hour. The city has a screen at the shopwhich is used by streets
and airport. The City Manager has directed the Public Works Director to have
city
crews screen the soil, as soon as possible. If the rain continues it would hamper
completion �
of this project.
c. Summer Wrap-up
Bob Frates is working on the written report. It was a bus summer. The flowers
ers
turned out great and Merle Dean Feldman has indicated she will provide flowers f . p or
next year. Council has requested that the flowers be further along when planted, so
. g p ,
they will bloom earlier in the season.
d. Daubenspeck Property Grant Status
Council voted at their last meeting to return the $88,000 State rant for th I
.g e bluff park.
Councilman Bannock suggested that Parks & Rec petition Council to retain '
p the C�tys
$88,000 matching grant portion for Park improvements.
e. Ordinance 1601-94
Council recently passed an ordinance which prohibits parking or operating
g motor
vehicles in state or city maintained right-of-ways. The Ordinance was drafted ted because
parks and rec crews were having to mow/work around these vehicles.
f. Council Work Session
Council is holding a special work session September 21 at 6:00 .m., rig
ht before the
Council meeting. They will be discussing the future of Commissions Boards, . g , oa ds,
Committees, etc., within the city. Council has expressed concern that . p at the Parks &
Rec Commission does not meet during the summer months. said Kayo y d he would Ike
to see members of the Commission attend this meeting.
g
6. OLD BUSINESS
Parks & Rec Commission
September 13, 1994
Page 2
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. State Parks Recreation Project Funding/Chester Cone Property Acquisition
and Development
Council passed a resolution in support of this project. Originally it was thought that
the state would turn the property over to the city. The city would than apply for grants
to develop the land. Jim Butler, Mr. Cone's attorney, reported it now appears unlikely
that the land will go to the city.
b. State Parks Recreation Project Funding/Cunningham Park
Council passed Resolution No. 94-55, which directs Administration to make application
for $500,000 to acquire/develop the three lots west of Cunningham Park, and improve
the park. The money will be requested from the ExxonNaldez Small Parcel
Acquisition Program. The park is within the area identified as impacted by the oil spill.
Kayo felt this project would benefit the citizens of Kenai. The park is a heavy use
area during the summer, for citizens and tourists alike. The Borough assessed value
of the adjoining lots is $42,000. If the city can acquire these lots the park can be
greatly enhanced.
c. State Conference Workshop
Conference dates are September 20th and 27th, in Anchorage. The National Trail
Symposium is being held the same week so the Conference has been shortened from
previous years. Kayo, Bob Frates, and Dick Hultberg will be attending. McGillivray
asked other Commission members if they wished to attend. The registration fee can
be paid out of Parks & Rec funds.
8. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
Dale Sandahl asked if the fence was up and if Bernie Huss Trail was complete?
McGillivray reported that the fence had been up for some time and the new stations
had been installed. There still is a small problem with vandalism, and the police may
start patrolling that area at certain times of the day, when it appears vandals might be
active.
McGillivray noted they had replaced playground equipment in Oldtowne. Park use
seemed to be up throughout the city this summer.
Parks & Rec Commission
September 13, 1994
Page 3
Dale Sandahl asked if the tent camping area was successful?
Kayo reported that the city received approximately •pp y �n revenue from this area. He
felt that was good, due to the fact the area was finished
s ed late in the season. The
tourists who used the area had positive comments.
9. INFORMATION
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting � was adjourn • adjourned at approximately 7.50
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Loretta Harvey, Administrative Assistant
Parks & Rec Commission
September 13, 1994
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City of Kenai, Alaska 210 Fidaigo, SuiLU etuw
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AGENDA
September 14, 1994 - 7: 00 p.m.
Chairman Kevin Walker
1. ROLL CALL
2, APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES August 24, 1994
4, PLANNING
5, PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Resolution PZ 94-45: Gloria Wik, 275 Juliussen
6, NEW BUSINESS
7, OLD BUSINESS
8, CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS
9. REPORTS
a. City Council
b. Borough Planning
c. Administration
10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED
11. INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Appeal Don M. Aase
2. Council Resolution No. 94-55 Regarding Chester Cone Property
3. Historic District Board Actions of September 6, 1994
4. Letter -State Recorder's Office Regarding Conformed Plat Copies
5. Memo -Bob Springer Verification of Tesoro/7-11 Property Lines
12, COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS
13. ADJOURNMENT
City of Kenai, Alaska 210 Fidalgo, Suite 200
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
**MINUTES**
September 14, 1994 - 7:00 p.m.
Chairman Kevin Walker
1. ROLL CALL
Members present: Phil Bryson, Ron Goecke, Teresa Werner-Quade, Lori McComsey, ,
Carl Glick, Kevin Walker
Also present: Councilman Hal Smalley; Loretta Harvey, Administrative Assistant
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION AND VOTE:
RON GOECKE MOVED APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS
CONSENT. CARL CLICK SECONDED. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
CONSENT.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES August 24, 1994
MOTION AND VOTE:
RON GOECKE MOVED APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS
CONSENT. PHIL BRYSON SECONDED. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
CONSENT.
4. PLANNING
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Resolution PZ 94-45: Gloria Wik, 275 Juliussen
Chairman Walker introduced the item and asked the Commission's wishes.
MOTION AND VOTE:
CARL GLICK MOVED APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION PZ 94.45. RON GOECKE
SECONDED.
Chairman Walker asked if there were persons in the audience who wished to address
this item?
Planning & Zoning Commission
September 14, 1994
Page 1
PUBLIC HEARING:
Sherian Soares, 1025 Second Ave., said she was the applicant's daughter and she
was representing her mother because she was out of town. Soares indicated that the
street address was incorrect on the application, it should be 281 Juliussen Street.
Councilman Smalley verified that the lot and block were correct for the property.
Chairman Walker referred to the staff comments and asked if the smoke detectors had
been installed in the bedrooms.
Ms. Soares said they had been installed.
Ron Goecke called for the question.
VOTE:
Bryson
Goecke
VACANCY
Werner-
Quade
McComsey
Glick
Walker
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
6, NEW BUSINESS
7. OLD BUSINESS
8. CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS
9. REPORTS
a. City Council
Councilman Smalley reported on agenda items including: Council supported the
acquisition of the Chester Cone property by the Exxon Valdez Trustee Council (EVTC)
to be conveyed to the city for a park; Council also decided to seek funding through
the EVTC to acquire parcels adjacent to Cunningham Park and expand and improve
that park; the Council voted to return the grant to develop the Dauben speck property,
Smalley would like to see the Citys portion of the matching grant retained for park
improvements; Leo Grasso is considering locating an assisted living center in the
area. The City has two locations near the Senior Center which might be appropriate.
Planning & Zoning Commission
September 14, 1994
Page 2
Council is presently seeking input from the seniors to see if they would approve of
such a facility near the center; Council upheld P&Z's decision to deny Don Aase's
variance permit (minimum lot size, VIP Park Estates).
Smalley has received numerous calls from the residents of Deepwood Park. P&Z had
approved an encroachment at 118 Wooded Glen Court for the Cochran's. The
neighbor, Marion Nelson, appealed the decision and Council overturned P&Z's
decision. The house remains empty and the neighbors would like to see the city take
action to make the property Owner, Fannie Mae, correct the problem, so the house will
be inhabitable. Smalley felt the P&Z had made a fair decision which would have
ben efitted the neighborhood.
Chairman Walker said he appreciated the Council's support of the Aase decision.
b. Borough Planning
Phil Bryson reported there were no items specific to Kenai. Two items regarding
classified lands were discussed. When the Borough classifies land and it is sold the
classification would become part of the title for five years. Also there is a resolution to
reclassify certain lands from resource extraction to resource management for timber
harvest.
c. Administration - None.
14. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED
11. INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Appeal Don M. Aase
2. Council Resolution No. 94-55 Regarding Chester Cone Property
3. Historic District Board Actions of September 6, 1994
4. Letter -State Recorder's Office Regarding Conformed Plat Copies
5. Memo -Bob Springer Verification of Tesoro/7-11 Property Lines
12. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS
Teresa Werner-Quade, reported that there were vehicles for sale in front of the new
Tesoro off Airport Way, she wondered if this was a legal activity.
Ron Goecke - None.
Carl Glick -Happy birthday to Phil Bryson.
Planning & Zoning Commission
September 14, 1994
Page 3
Phil Bryson - None.
McCom seY - None.
Hal Smalley - Happy birthday to Bryson. Council has requested a copy of the code
violations for their packet.
13, ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business Carl Glick moved for adjournment. Phil Bryson
seconded. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:24 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
.,
Loretta E. Haryef,rAdministrative Assistant
Planning & Zoning Commission
September 14, 1994
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: September 8, 1994
TO: Tom Man en, City Manager
FROM: Loretta Harve , Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: HISTORIC BOARD ACTIONS OF SEPTEMBER 6, 1994
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At the above referenced meeting, the Board identified the following individuals to fulfill
the CLG State Guidelines as professionals in the areas of architecture, history, and
archaeology: Alan Boraas (history, archaeology), Bill Kluge (architecture), and James
J. Malanaphy III (architecture). According to Janet Clemen's letter, dated May 10,
1994, the city should submit either formal resumes for the professionals, or
summarize, in a letter, the individuals and their particular qualifications. I am
contacting the individuals to request resumes (see attached).
The Board also discussed the letter of intent to apply for a grant through the Historic
Preservation Fund (HPF). It was determined that a Survey/inventory should be
conducted with these funds. The Board would like to request a $25,000 grant with the
HPF funding at $15,000 (60%); and the city matching $10,000 (40%). Please send
the letter of intent with the Board's recommendation.
A regular meeting date has been chosen for the fourth Tuesday of each month. The
first order of business will be to establish a preservation plan and set goals and
objectives. Dorothy Gray was elected Chairperson, and Karen Mahurin will serve as
Vice Chair.
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HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD
September 6, 1994 - 7:00 p.m.
Kenai Council Chambers
Pro Tem Chair Karen Mahurin
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 21, 1994
4. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
5. HISTORIC BOARD REVIEW
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Certified Local Government
1. Professional Nominations for District Board
2. Outline Historic Preservation Plan
b. Grants
1. 5010 Historic Preservation Fund Grants -in -Aid
7. BOARD QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
8. OLD BUSINESS
a. Setting Meeting Dates
9. ADJOURNMENT
PLEASE CONTACT LORETTA HARVEY 283-7933 IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO
ATTEND SO WE CAN ESTABLISH A QUORUM
HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD
September 6, 1994 - 7:00 p.m.
Kenai Council Chambers
Chair Dorothy Gray
1. CALL TO ORDER
Members present: Jim Arness, Alan Boraas, Ethel Clausen, Dorothy Gray, Rose Ann
Murphy, Karen Mahurin, Diane Rathman, Roger Meeks
Members absent: Will Jahrig
2, APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Karen Mah urin requested that Election of Officers be added to the agenda under 6a.
MOTION AND VOTE:
Dorothy Gray MOVED approval of agenda as amended. Diane Rathman
SECONDED. AGENDA APPROVED AS AMENDED.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 21, 1994
Dorothy Gray asked that the word "precedence" on pages 2 and 3, be changed to
"precedent".
MOTION AND VOTE:
Ethel Clausen MOVED approval of minutes as amended. Diane Rathman
SECONDED. MINUTES APPROVED AS AMENDED,
4. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
5. HISTORIC BOARD REVIEW
Historic District Board
September 6, 1994
Page 1
S- NEW BUSINESS
a. Election of Officers/Chair & Vice Chair
Chairperson:
MOTION AND VOTE:
Rogers Meeks NOMINATED DorothyGray. Alan Boraas Y s SECONDED.
Nominations were closed. PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Vice -Chair:
MOTION AND VOTE:
Rogers Meeks NOMINATED Karen Mahurin. Diane Rathman SECONDED.
Mahurin asked if anyone else would like to nominate or be considered for this
position. Seeing and hearing none, nominations were closed. PASSED
UNANIMOUSLY.
b. Certified Local Government
1. Professional Nominations for District Board
Chairperson Gray noted the letter regarding the possibility of Bill Kluge meeting the
professional criteria for Architecture.
Karen Mahurin said she had been contacted b y Jameon. Maianaphy III, regarding this
position. He had experience n this area and had taken buildings g rough the historic
I ith
rough
landmark process.
Chairperson Gray noted that in order for the City
to obtain CLG status they needed to
meet certain criteria. Alan Boraas had been asked to serve on '
the Board to fulfill the
criteria in the area of history and possiblyarchaeology. '
gy. The grant did not specify
whether each criteria had to be met b se individuals,
Y p arate or if one person could
meet two criteria. Gray asked Boraas to provide a resume to
P be sent to the state for
approval of him meeting the history/archeaolo requirements.
gy q ts.
Historic District Board
September 6, 1994
Page 2
MOTION AND VOTE:
Karen Mahurin MOVED that the Board request resumes from Mr. Alan Boraas, Mr.
Bill Kluge and Mr. James Malanaphy, by the next meeting for consideration by
the Board. Roger Meeks SECONDED, PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Outline Historic Preservation Plan
The Board will begin establishing Goals and Objectives and an Historic Preservation
Plan at the next meeting.
c. G rants
1. 5010 Historic Preservation Fund Grants -in -Aid
Loretta Harvey explained the City needs to file a letter of intent for 5010 Grants by
September 15th. Administration requested the Board identify their priority for
utilization of these funds. The grant is a 60%-Federal, 40%-City, matching grant. The
eligible projects include: Survey; Inventory; Planning; National Register nomination;
Public preservation education; Architectural plans; History structures reports;
Engineering studies; Pre-development/development; and Acquisition.
Chairperson Gray stated that the Task Force which had been formed to draft the new
TSH Ordinance had made several recommendations regarding development of
Oldtowne. One was the acquisition of some land between Overland and Mission.
Other projects were preservation of the sanddu nes on the beach, developing a trail to
the beach, and bluff erosion.
Alan Boraas said a historical survey of Kenai would be a good use of the funds.
Kenai has a lot of history that has never been recorded and this would be a good
beginning.
Karen Mah urin expressed concern about the beach area and the ongoing erosion in
the bluff area.
Roger Meeks said that at one time, the Corps of Engineers estimated 30 million to
stop the erosion on the bluff. This was about twenty years ago and the only way they
could see to stop the erosion would be to drive sheet pilings all the way from the
cannery to the mouth of the river, which would be very expensive.
Historic District Board
September 6, 1994
Page 3
Jim Arness asked if the survey would be a site based or just
a general history?
Alan Boraas said he had served on the State Board and there w ' as a distinction
between history which was written, versus historypertaining i p g to sites, buildings and
locals. He felt that this grant would deal with the site based his
tory.
Jim Arness felt that a survey was the p
logical lace to start.
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Karen Mahurin noted the Fairbanks Historic Preservation Plan' had listed their top goal
was to maintain an inventory of buildings and sites of historic cultural
architectural,
archaeological, and paleontological significance located in the Fa
irbanks airbanks Northstar
Borough. She felt a similar survey would benefit the city.
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MOTION:
Alan Boraas MOVED to reguest grant funds to take an historic survey/inventory
of the Kenai area. Karen Mahurin SECONDED,
DISCUSSION:
Chairperson Gray asked Alan Boraas if he had any idea how much such a
survey/inventory would cost?
Alan Boraas said it would depend on how detailed the survey/inventory was, and in
what form the final survey/inventory would be submitted to the city. The city would
probably need to prepare a Request for Proposals for this. The '
p e State Office has a list
of people who do history and archeologywork and it might
that list.
g t be advantageous to get
Jim Arness noted that the history of these rants has been that
. g at the amount awarded
is less than what is asked. Also, it may be that
Y grant monies are only awarded one
time, so the Board may want to look at developing the survey/inventory'
p g with local
resources and save the grant money for a different project. He felt that Rogerp 1 Meeks
and Alan Boraas were excellent resources for local histo ry an d perhaps the Board
could work with them in developing this surve /invento y ry.
Chairperson Gray noted the letter of intent does not bind th
e e Board to anything. It is
just a preliminary step in the process. If the Board decides
to not seek the grant at a
later time that's okay. If the Board did the survey,it '
would be a large time
commitment and the survey would have to be done on a strict timeline.
Historic District Board
September 6, 1994
Page 4
Karen Mahurin said one of the Board's responsibility as outlined by the code was to
maintain a survey of historical sites. She felt the Board should apply for the grant and
begin working on goals and objectives and a preservation plan at the next meeting.
Alan Boraas advocated the Board apply for the grant to do the survey/inventory. The
city should get a document so people can identify things which are important to the
heritage of Kenai. Every significant historic and prehistoric event that ever occurred in
Alaska had its counterpart on the Kenai Peninsula. This is the only part of the state
where you can say that. Mining, goldrush, timber, oil, Russians, it's all happened right
here. A lot of the history played out just a stone's throw from Kenai, this knowledge of
the past causes people to bond to the community. He felt it should be a high priority
to get a written history of the area. A combination of professional work and volunteer
work would probably produce a viable document. Boraas said that the State Board
seemed to put a high priority on Historic Board's identifying what they wished to
accomplish.
John Williams said there is a lot of funding available. One of the tasks of the Historic
Board is to identify what needs to be done and to seek the funds to carry out these
tasks. If there is work out there to be done, and the Board can garner support for this
the city will listen and support these tasks.
Diane Rathman stated it would be important to get the Goals and Objectives
established and submitted to the Council in writing.
Dorothy Gray asked the Board if they wished to direct Staff to send the letter of intent
and how much money should be requested?
AMENDED MOTION:
Karen Mahurin MOVED to amend motion to ask for a total grant amount of
$25,000: $15,000-Federal (60%) and $10,00-City (40% match). Jim Arness
SECONDED, MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
VOTE MAIN MOTION:
(Alan Boraas MOVED to reguest grant funds to take an historic survey/inventory
of the Kenai area. Karen Mahurin SECONDED.) PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
7. BOARD QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Historic District Board
September 6, 1994
Page 5
8. OLD BUSINESS
� a. Setting Meeting Dates
Karen Mahurin had spoken to the City Clerk, Carol Freas and she had suggested that
the Board meet the fourth Monday or Tuesday of the month so any recommendations
can be forwarded to Planning and Zoning for their first monthly meeting.
.
Roger Meeks agreed the Board should meet once a month. The Council will listen if
the group shows an interest and consistency. He felt the Board needed to be
aggressive to be effective. The Board concurred to meet the fourth Tuesday of each
month at 6:00 p.m.
Chairman Gray asked that the next agenda include: Identifying goals and objectives,
identify needs and funding sources, and statement of purpose for the Board.
Karen Mahurin requested the items that the Task Force identified be brought forward
for the Historic Boards review.
9. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business Roger Meeks moved to adjourn, Karen Mahurin
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seconded. The meeting was adjourned at approximate) 8:50 .m. The next meeting
will be September 27th, 6:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
L
etta arvey
Administrative Assistant
Historic District Board
September 6, 1994
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KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE - MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 13, 1994 - 1:30 P.M.
I. Roll Call
Members present: Jeanine Benedict, Sylvia Johnson, Loretta Breeden, Susan Hett,
Nina Selby and Linda Swarner. Also present: Bob Frates and Laura Measles.
Absent: Kim Booth. Recording secretary: Sheryl Paulsen.
II. Approval of Agenda
Selby asked if the topic of making Merle Dean Feldman "Hero of the Day" in the
Clarion shouldn't be on the agenda. Benedict said the article is written but she felt
it was too soon to print it after another article and picture of Feldman had appeared
recently in the Clarion. It was decided to add the topic to the agenda for discussion
under old business.
MOTION
Breeden MOVED to approve the agenda as amended. Selby SECONDED the
motion. SO ORDERED. (Swarner asked to be moved up on the agenda because she
needed to leave early; also, Laura Measles.)
III. Approval of minutes from August 9, 1994 meeting.
MOTION
Breeden MOVED to approve the minutes. Selby SECONDED the motion. SO
ORDERED,
IV. Reports - Linda Swarner
A. Swarner stated she would like to see a plaque placed in Leif Hansen
Memorial Park in honor of Gina Sacco, a volunteer who worked with the
committee last year and who was killed in a plane crash. It was noted the
basic cost of the plaque is $200. After some discussion, Breeden MOVED to
buy a plaque with funds donated from individuals who knew Gina, rather than
asking Council to pay for it. Selby SECONDED the motion. No objections.
SO ORDERED.
B. Swarner said the gates on the City's cemetery are not in good shape. She
asked Bob Frates to talk to the Parks & Rec Director about them.
C. Swarner said the topic of dog signs in Leif Hansen Memorial Park has been
brought before Council in the past and the decision was made not to do
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anything.
D. Swarner stated that the situation at the dump on Redoubt is being taken care
of by the Borough. Apparently, many big trees were cut down as work began
for the new transfer station. The Borough will do something about it.
E. Swarner stated she is a little concerned about naming Feldman "Hero of the
Day" in the Clarion because she (Feldman) has said she doesn't like that kind
of recognition. Breeden stated she believes Feldman would like it; however,
she (Breeden) felt enough had been done to honor Feldman. She suggested
pictures be taken of all the volunteers and make each of them "Hero of the
Day." Benedict said that what Feldman has done is especially noteworthy
because Feldman isn't even a Kenai resident.
V. Chamber of Commerce Kenai Beautification Awards: Laura Measles
Benedict stated there has not been much public participation in the awards, so she
had asked Laura Measles from the Chamber of Commerce to come and talk to the
committee about ideas for increasing awareness and participation by the community
in these awards.
Measles stated, first, that she had talked to Geri Sparks last fall about having the
Beautification Committee be the judges. Sparks had the judging criteria form and
was going to bring it before the Committee. After Sparks moved out of state, the
Seniors volunteered to help in this year's judging. Measles stated that she feels the
Beautification Committee should do the judging; she has given Benedict a copy of
the judging criteria form currently being used.
Measles stated there were only five or six entries this year. She said she did a press
release about it and put in the Chamber's monthly newsletter. Measles believes part
of the problem is that people are busy and don't want to be bothered. She suggested
the judging be done over the period of a week, instead of one day. She stated the
Committee could be divided up to cover different parts of the City during that week.
She also suggested the entry procedure be done away with and that every home and
business in Kenai be judged. The committee agreed.
Breeden suggested more advertising. Measles stated the Chamber's budget is small,
and she does a press release explaining about the forms and when the judging will
take place. The Chamber's budget for such things is small.
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Breeden stated the Seniors and the Beautification Committee could all do the
judging. She suggested the Chamber buy a tree or a shrub as a prize for the winner;
then a ceremony could be held with the Clarion in attendance and the tree/shrub
could be planted in maybe Leif Hansen Park in honor of the winner. There could
be two categories of judging: residential and business. The plants could be planted
in the Park or around the Chamber cabin. Measles stated the prizes so far have
been certificates and ribbons. The winners are also treated to lunch at a Chamber
meeting. (None of them came this year.) The Chamber's beautification budget is
$100.
Johnson asked if it would be possible to get the local nurseries to donate a bush or
a perennial plant for the awards so winners could have a plant for their own yard, not
just a ribbon and certificate. Breeden stated the plants should be planted on City
property. Measles agreed that a more substantial prize than certificates and ribbons
might increase participation.
Hett suggested organizing a tour of local yards to help people get interested in
participating.
Johnson said she was disappointed to see a picture in the Clarion of the third place
winner instead of first and/or second. She said she thinks the reason was that the
third place winner was in town, and the others were out on Strawberry Road.
Measles stated she will be happy to do whatever she can to help.
Breeden stated again she felt the plants for the winners should be planted on City
property. It could be a nice ceremony and a photo opportunity and would generate
publicity. Measles said she feels people will want to keep the plants they win and not
put them on City property. Johnson stated people will take care of them on their
own property and be proud of them. Measles agreed and said it might help increase
competition. Breeden stated people might not know what to do with certain plants.
Selby suggested giving them a gift certificate for a plant of their choice. Swamer said
maybe there could be a variety of plants people could choose from.
Breeden said she still feels people would enjoy having the Chamber president make
the presentation and dig the first shovel of dirt and have the Clarion taking pictures.
Frates said that could all happen at the home of the winner rather than on City
property. Johnson stated some people might want their plant put in the cemetery,
or somewhere else.
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9/13/94 MEETING MINUTES
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Measles asked the Committee not to wait too long to decide. Selby suggested it be
discussed in January. Measles said she is certain she could get donations for the
winners and, even if she paid cost, her budget could handle it. She also suggested
something could be done similar to the Log Cabin plaque; the winners' names could
be engraved onto a plaque and hung somewhere around town.
Mayor Williams joined the meeting as the surprise guest. He told the group about
his idea for selling brick pavers with people's names engraved on them. He said he
has asked Bill Kluge to make some conceptual drawings of possible projects to
include a memorial wall, or brick pavers, or some such thing. Williams stated it
could go between the fire ring and the log cabin (on Chamber property). His
original idea was to have a wall in Leif Hansen Memorial Park near the big trees,
and maybe a sunken sitting area, but Council was reluctant to do that because the
concept of the trees and plaques has already been started. Recently, Williams was
in Homer, he said. They have designed a memorial to the lost seafarers; it's a
gazebo -type structure, round, with a lighted dome. The City of Homer is selling
paving bricks for the walkways up to the building: a $40 donation for a 4x8" brick
with one 20-character line; $45 for a 4x8" brick with two 20-character lines; $100 for
an 8x8" brick with two 20-character lines; and a $500 or more donation for a 12x12"
brick with three 20-character lines.
Williams suggested that a brick could be installed in the "Winners' Circle" each year
with the new winner's name on it. He said maybe the Beautification Committee
could look at the conceptual drawings and work with those ideas. He stated the
service organizations might want to include their names on plaques, too. He said he
would tell Bill Kluge that he talked to the Committee. Breeden suggested maybe
Kluge could come to a meeting. Williams said this project needs a primary sponsor;
maybe it could be the Beautification Committee, with the secondary sponsors being
the service clubs.
Breeden said such a place could be used for other City events, like the Christmas
lighting contests. Measles said if she knew in advance she could budget each year
for two bricks for first place prizes for business and residence.
Williams gave the brochure to Benedict for her to use in talking to Kluge. He stated
he is going to the National League of Cities again in November and he will pick up
more literature to bring back to the Committee. He said there are various plans
already laid out on how to advertise, and how to get donations and generate cash.
Williams stated he originally envisioned a "pioneer" wall on which families would put
KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
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blocks with inscriptions of the dates they came to Kenai. There was discussion about
making sections on the wall for awards for different categories.
Measles said again she would do whatever she could to make this Beautification
Award program more successful. She also thanked the Committee and Bob Frates
and his crew for everything they did at the Chamber this year. She said her folks
were here this year and they commented on how attractive the Chamber grounds
looked.
Measles said the cache on the Chamber grounds had to be removed because it had
become a hazard. They are looking for someone to donate another one.
vie Guests: Surprise!
Mayor Williams continued with several items he wanted to mention.
A. He gave Benedict the final bank statement of the Beautification Committee
account. He said the account has been closed.
B. Williams told the group about the street program near the Russian Orthodox
Church. He said the City is using federal monies to pave the street and
parking lot in front of the Church and in front of the Fort and back to the
boulevard. He said the City should involve itself in the development of Old
Town, at least in the beginning. He would like to put in a series of old
fashioned lighting, beginning at the Church, going past the Fort, down the
boulevard, and ending at the Chamber cabin. He would include an old
antique clock placed near the Chamber cabin. He said he originallythou ht
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he might want to use lighting like what is used in Russia; but now that he has
seen the Russian lights, he doesn't think Kenai wants to use those. He said
the paving will cost $200,000-280,000. He said he believes the City should
include in its bid for ISTEA monies enough to include the project,
lighting 'ect,
project
and then pay for any amount over that itself. He said the Will
emphasize the area and continue the theme of historic old town; and it may
cause people in that area to take more interest in their property. He said he
knows there was no antique lighting in old town before, but "antiquity and
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history are sometimes in the eye of the beholder."
Johnson suggested to Mayor Williams that sidewalks be put in with the paving
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project. Williams stated there is a right-of-way problem through there, so he
wasn't sure if sidewalks would be feasible. He said the plan is to have the
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tour buses park in one place and have visitors walk down by the church. The
public meeting for discussion of the design of the project will be held
Thursday, September 15.
C. Williams said another project the City is working on involves the Chester
Cone property of 100 acres which is being reviewed by the Exxon Valdez Spill
Council for possible purchase for habitat protection. The City wants to
petition the State parks department fora $500,000 grant for building
boardwalks, interpretive signage, and a parking lot to develop that area as a
protected habitat viewing and enhancement area.
D. Another project is the Cunningham Park area, Williams said. He would like
to see people be able to continue to use the river. Williams stated the City
is proposing the purchase of the three lots adjoining Cunningham Park, the
enlargement of the Park, and protecting the banks with boardwalks and
stairways. Williams stated that once the boat launch is closed (". . . that little
boat ramp that isn't supposed to be ... "), "it will never be opened again."
Williams said that more drift fishing is taking place now. Breeden asked if
the commercial use of the launch could be stopped. Williams said that maybe
use could be limited to egress of drift boats only, but then it would have to
be policed. These things will be discussed with State Parks. He said the City
is applying for a second grant of $500,000 for this project.
Williams said these two grants would come from the same pool of money.
There is $10 million that must be allocated by the end of this year. There is
a team being put together by State Parks that covers three regional review
groups: Prince William Sound Region; Kachemak/Cook Inlet/Kenai Region;
and Kodiak Region. The projects will be reviewed on their merits and the
grants awarded to a maximum of $500,000 each. The City of Kenai may get
one grant; it may get both; or it may get none, Williams said.
Williams stated the Cone property project is viewed as a multi -generational
project. It may include a fee -tent camping area, which would relieve the
problem Kenai has had in locating their fee -tent camping. The problem is in
policing such an area, he said. Williams said that if the City should get both
grants and complete both projects, it could be that a full-time person would
be hired during the summers to oversee the two parks.
Breeden asked how the Beautification Committee enters into these projects.
Williams answered that the Committee, first of all, should be aware of them
KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
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because they affect City lands. He stated the Committee should be verymuch
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involved in the Church project because of the lighting and the flowers. He
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stated he doesn't know yet Just what the Committee's role should be in the
parks projects. He said possibilities are educational kiosks about plant -life or
plantings at the entrances of the parks or in the parks.
Benedict asked Mayor Williams about the rumor that the Council may be
discontinuing the Beautification Committee. Williams said the Council is
having a meeting on Wednesday, September 21, at 6:00 prior to the regular
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Council meeting to review the membership makeup and activities of all
commissions and committees within the City." He stated that occasionally the
Council needs to review the activities and membershipof the committees
because sometimes those committees "go stale" and there is verylittle activity.
ty.
The Council will be looking closely at the committees which can't seem to get
a quorum together to have meetings. Williams said the commissions and
committees should be actively bringing information ideas and activities to . g g � the
Council all the time. It should not be the Council's responsibility to tell a
p tY
committee when to meet and how often and what they should talk about. He
said the Council always listens to suggestions from the committees.
Benedict asked about the position of the Beautification Committee. Williams
stated that the Beautification Committee is a sub -committee of Parks & Rec.
However, he said, the Committee can always come directly to the Council if
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it cant get the action it wants from Parks & Rec. The Council has the final
word and controls the City funds, he said.
Breeden asked about the Birch Island project. Williams said that project has
J p J
been given a lot of consideration, but State Parks has it on their "to do" list
so the City isn't doing anything about it. Williams said the histo of it is:
. history
When we built the boardwalk, we had an agreement with Neil Johannsen--
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Williams was going to take care of the political art of it and et the mon
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and build the first phase; Johannsen was going to follow it u with the second
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phase on the other side of the river which was to be connected with the
boardwalk around Birch Island for the third phase. The City would agree t
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Join partnerships on the half of the island it owns and the half of the island
the State owns. Williams stated the J ro •ect was all read o w
p y to g when
Johannsen announced how the City was going to turn over its 2 100 acres
g g of
lowlands to the State Parks --which was not the Ci 's understanding g of the
agreement. So an impasse was reached, and the ball is in the State's court
now, Williams said.
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9/13/94 MEETING MINUTES
Page 8 of 10
Williams said there may be as many as 20 or 30 grants to spread from
Cordova to Kodiak, so Kenai may not get any of the money. He said Kenai
is its in the back door" in its reasoning for qualifying for the oil spill
money. He said Kenai was "not heavily, physically impacted by the oil spill."
He said we did, however, suffer in the community from lack of income. Then,
when people couldn't access the heavily hit areas for recreational purposes
because of the oil spill, they found our area, Williams stated. He stated Kenai
has been impacted in a positive way by the oil spill. He said the reasoning for
the grant money is that we need help to cope with this positive impact.
Williams said he doesn't see any reason that Council would do away with the
Beautification Committee or consolidate it with Parks & Rec. Parks & Rec
has a different job to do in taking care of ball fields and parks, he said.
Beautification is taking care of raising flowers, Williams said. "This
Beautification Committee, through its efforts and with help, . . . has done
something that has never been done before," Williams said. He said the
massive planting of flowers around the City has brought comments from all
over the country. He stated shot of the flowers will be seen in the new video
the City is having made. Williams said that no appointments will be made to
any commissions or committees until after the meeting on the 21st.
Breeden asked the Mayor to solve the volunteer problem. She stated that the
volunteers the committee uses are being used too much. Williams said, "We
face a major sociological problem here more than anything else." He said the
whole country is facing it. He said the commissions and committees usually
don't have people on them between the ages of 25 and 45. That portion of
the population just isn't getting involved in their communities, he said.
Williams mentioned Key Bank's volunteer day and said there are moves
around the country to get people involved.
Breeden suggested two possible solutions. First, she said, would be for the
City to give Bob Frates more help during the summer for the beautification
projects. Second, she suggested giving sentences of community service and
having those people work on the beautification projects. Williams said
nothing can be done about that because of the issue of liability if someone
were hurt while working on a city project.
VII. Report -Bob Frates
Frates said he received a letter from Peggy Thompson expressing her thanks for what
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9/13/94 MEETING MINUTES
Page 9 of 10
was done in Old Town; he said she also sent a letter to the committee.
Frates handed out information he received from the Wooden Shoe Bulb Company
about spring bulbs. Johnson said she wondered about buying bulbs locally; NuState
Nursery is advertising them now. She said it might be cheaper if we don't have to
pay for shipping.
Johnson said she walked Bernie Huss Trail recently and was upset to see two
campsites set up. She said there was trash all around, and there were two kids who
were acting suspiciously. Frates said the police department is going to try to get a
patrolman over there on a daily basis between 4:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. He said a lot
of activity takes place on the weekends. Johnson said she was glad the fence along
the Carr's property didn't completely enclose the area because she might not have
been able to get away from the boys if she needed to.
Frates said he talked with Kathy Wright at the extension office in Palmer about
hostas, and she will be sending him information on two varieties. He said he also
talked with someone at Kenai River Nursery about hostas; they have one variety
available. He said she also suggested a "Virginia," a similar plant. He also said
hostas are very expensive.
Breeden asked if Frates had thought about getting tulip bulbs locally. He said he
had not started to look for them. Breeden suggested that we get them locally this
year because it is getting late. Frates said they would start with 100 bulbs; and any
information about them should be submitted to Kayo.
Frates said he and Benedict are trying to coordinate a workshop with Feldman to
select plants. Frates said he would contact NuState and the other nurseries and
compare prices.
VIII. Volunteer Activity Notes: Nina Selby
Selby read the letter she wrote to be published in the Clarion to thank the
volunteers, Merle Dean Feldman and Bob Frates for the work they did on the
flowers. There were no objections or changes to the letter.
Selby also said she had written the thank you notes to the volunteers, but she was
uncertain about which volunteers had actually worked. She asked the group for
information about them.
KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
9/13/94 MEETING MINUTES
Page 10 of 10
IX. Adjournment
It was decided to move the items from today's agenda that were not covered to the
next meeting's agenda. The next meeting will be held on October 11, 1994.
Benedict will be out of town; Vice Chair Hett will fill in for her. The meeting was
adjourned at approximately 3:30 p.m.
Minutes recorded and transcribed by:
Sheryl A'. Paulsen, Recording Secretary
AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
*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 PIIBLIC COMMENT (10 Minutes)
1. Amy Eriksson - Vantage Point Productions/City of Kenai
Video,
2. Lee Sterner - Kenai Transfer Site/Redoubt Avenue
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No. 1603-94 - Decreasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations by a Net Amount of $3,738 in Three
Senior Citizen Funds.
2, Resolution No. 94-55 - Supporting the Acquisition of
Approximately 100 Acres of Chester Cone River Property
by the Exxon Valdez Trustee Council (EVTC) Through the
EVTC Small Parcel Acquisition Program to be Conveyed to
the City of Kenai for Development of a Park Through
Alaska State Parks and Authorizing Administration to
Apply for Up to $500,000 in Funding From the Alaska
State Parks Marine Recreation Program to Construct a
Park on the Property.
3. *1995 Games of Chance and Contests of Skill Permit
Application - Kenai Peninsula Central Labor Council.
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D. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
3. Harbor Commission
4. Library Commission
5. Parks & Recreation Commission
6. Planning & Zoning Commission
7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
E. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of August 17, 1994.
F. CORRESPONDENCE
G. OLD BUSINESS
1. Discussion - Kenai River Viewing Area Park (brought
forward by direction of 3/2/94 Council Meeting) .
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
2. Purchase Orders Exceeding $1,000
3. *Ordinance No. 1604-94 - Increasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations by $1,560 in the General Fund to
Purchase Two Computer Monitors in the Communications
Department.
4. *Ordinance No. 1605-94 - Increasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations by $13,862 in the General Fund as a
Result of Receiving Two State Library Grants.
5. Discussion - Fraternal Order of Alaska State Troopers
Youth Program Advertisement/Request for Purchase.
6. Discussion - Ambulance Billing.
7. Discussion - Congregate Housing Addition.
8. Approval - Change Order No. 2/Thompson Park Sewer
Interceptor Project/Zubeck, Inc. - $2F897*44e
9. Approval - Change Order No. 4/Thompson Park Water &
Sewer/Foster Construction - $5F155*00*
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I. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1.
Mayor
2.
City Manager
3.
Attorney
4.
City Clerk
5,
Finance Director
6,
Public Works Director
7.
Airport Manager
J. DISCUSSION
1. Citizens ( five minutes)
2. Council
K. ADJOURNMENT
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 7, 19"9 4
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING
ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7:06
p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building.
A-l. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
A-2 .
ROLL CALL
Roll was taken by the City Clerk. Present were: Williams,
Bookey, Swarner, Monfor, Measles, Bannock and Smalley.
A-5.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda:
ADD TO: B-2, Lee Sterner - 9/2/94 KPB letter regarding
redesign, etc. of Kenai Transfer Site,
ADD: B-3, Lance Necessary - Eagle Scout proposal/
Removal of green building at Memorial Park
and landscaping of that area.
ADD TO: C-2, Resolution No. 94-55 -
Parks & Recreation Commission Special
Meeting Minutes of 9/6/94
Cunningham Park - plat and proposed park
expansion project
ADD TO: H-7, Discussion/Congregate Housing Addition -
8/31/94 AHFC letter with responses to questions
about the Senior Citizens Housing Development
Program.
ADD TO: H-7, Discussion/Congregate Housing Addition -
Portion of plat map showing possible addition site.
ADD TO: Information Item No. 13 - Additional information
regarding light plane industry.
City Manager Manninen requested the removal from the agenda Item
H-6, Kenai ambulance billing discussion. Mayor Williams
requested Item H-7, discussion of a congregate housing addition,
be moved to C-4.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 2
MOTION:
Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of the amended agenda with
the removal of Item H-6. Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the
motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
A-6. CONSENT AGENDA
There were no changes to the consent agenda. Mayor Williams
determined the agenda stood approved as presented.
Councilwoman Monfor introduced a group of Italian teachers who
were participating in a teacher exchange to the Kenai Peninsula.
Monfor reminded Council that last spring a group of Kenai
Peninsula School District teachers traveled to Italy as the first
portion of the exchange. Williams presented the teachers with
city pins. The teachers presented the City with a book on Milan
followed by a short discussion with the Council and audience in
regard to their visit. Williams requested a copy of the city
video (upon its completion) be forwarded to the teachers.
ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC _COMMENT
B-1. Amy Eriksson - Vantage Point Productions/City of Kenai
Video.
Williams announced Ms. Eriksson would be delayed in arriving for
review of the city video. Eriksson presented the video at a
break taken during the discussion of C-2. Council reviewed the
video, along with other persons present in the audience. There
was no discussion in regard to the video after the meetingwas
called back to order.
B-2. Lee Sterner - Kenai Transfer Site/Redoubt Avenue
A copy of Mr* Sterner's letter to the Kenai Peninsula Borough was
i
included n the packet for Counci g
p 1's review. Mr. Sterner stated
during his presentation he had discussions with most of the
councilmembers and with Borough Mayor Gilman. Sterner stated his
disappointment in the manner the development of the upgrading of
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the Kenai transfer site was being done. Sterner, alongwith many
of his neighbors and tenants were upset with the cutting of trees
that served as a buffer betweeng
Redoubt Avenue and the site, etc.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 3
Sterner referred to a letter distributed to Council at the
beginning of the meeting from Mayor Gilman in which he stated the
Borough's commitment and efforts to redesign the transfer site as
well as constructing fencing, etc.
Sterner requested Counci.l's letter of support of the actions
taken by Mayor Gilman. Sterner added he was happy with the
determinations made by Gilman.
Swarner stated she telephoned the Borough after seeing the mess
at the site. Sterner stated he was aware of the mess also and
noticed it had been cleaned a bit. Monfor suggested in the
letter it be suggested the Borough make sure the site is cleaned
up more often, especially during long weekends. Swarner stated
during her discussions with the Borough she was told the
contractor was aware of the long weekend and was to take care of
it.
Williams was requested to send a letter to the Borough Mayor
supporting the redesign, etc. of the transfer site.
B-3. Lance Necessary - Eagle Scout Project.
Lance Necessary introduced himself to Council and stated his
desire to tear down the small green building now situated at Leif
Hansen Memorial Park and to landscape the area. Necessary stated
he would like to do this project in order to earn the Eagle Scout
award. Necessary stated he would take down the building, remove
the concrete, and work with Kenai Parks & Recreation Department
and local flower shops/greenhouses to landscape the area with
flowers and rocks, etc. Necessary stated he needed preliminary
approval of this project in order for him to take the idea to the
Scout board for their okay.
Councilwoman Monfor stated she thought it a wonderful project as
removal of the building was discussed by Council earlier in the
spring. Manninen stated he did not .think there was any problem
with the project. Manninen added he discussed the matter with
Parks & Recreation Director McGillivray. McGillivray forwarded
necessary requests to the FAA who owned the building.
McGillivray received a letter from FAA approving the removal of
the building.
Smalley stated he felt it was a worthwhile project but was
concerned about any asbestos or other contamination in the
building. Attorney Graves suggested someone from Public Works
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
PAGE 4
could investigate the building to see if there are an
contaminated materials in the buildings,y
Graves added there are
strict rules about removal of contaminated materials.
are none found Council couldIf there
then okay the removal.
MOTION:
Councilman Measles MOVED to give approval of the rem
and landscaping oval of the
building p g project pending the review of the area
by Public Works as to safety of the removal. Councilman Gilman Smalley
SECONDED the moti
ons There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
Williams suggested Necessary follow the project •
contact of FAA p 7 from the original
to investigation of the area for contaminated
soils, etc. Dealing with different agencies, e
itself.
g etc. is a lesson in
ITEM C:
C-1.
MOTION:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinance No. 1603-94 - Decreasing Estimated Rev
and Appropriations b a Net Amount$3F738
Revenues
Y of in Three
Senior Citizen Funds,
Councilman Smalley MOVED for adoption of Ordinance N
and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion,o• 1603-94
There were no public or Council comments,
VOTE:
Williams:
Yes
Monf or :
Yes
Smalley:
Yes
Bookey: Yes
Measles: Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Swarner: Yes
Bannock: Yes
C-2. Resolution No. 94-55 - Supporting the Acquisitio
n ofApproximately 100 Acres of Chester Cone River Property
by the Exxon Valdez Trustee Council
p e Through the
EVTC Small Parcel Acquisition Program to be Conveyed
the City o f Kenai for t o
Development of a Park Through
g
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 5
Alaska State Parks and Authorizing Administration to
Apply for Up to $500,000 in Funding From the Alaska
State Parks Marine Recreation Program to Construct a
Park on the Property.
Williams stated the resolution would
Because of this project, the City of
leaders as to beginning programs to
MOTION:
require some modification.
Kenai could become the
take care of the Kenai River.
Councilman Bookey MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 94-55 and
Councilman Measles SECONDED the motion.
Public Comments:
Jinn Butler - Stated he wanted to update Council in regard to the
progress of the project. Butler referred to the resolution and
his letter included in the packet.
The proposal deadline was the end of July. Proposals are now
being reviewed by the Exxon Valdez Council. He has discussed the
proposal with Lance Trasky and found the Cone proposal has been
favorably received by Fish & Game.
Fish & Game is interested because of the potential protection and
restoration of the bluff area in the lowlands and the upland
portion because of its buffer to the road.
Butler has been in contact with the Department of Natural
Resources because a portion of the funding for the development of
the recreational site would come from them. DNR could fund a
project if the City assumes the management of the property.
Williams stated Council needed to understand as they develop the.
property, the City will be responsible for maintaining and taking
control of the property. This will place some financial
responsibilities on the City for the maintenance and long-term
upkeep. Council needs to weigh the benefits to the City in this
decision.
Butler stated the relationship with DNR is open and the way the
City defines the maintenance responsibility can be defined now.
The maintenance responsibilities are an open question.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 6
Butler stated some amendments are needed in the resolution.
consent decree cannot allow for on• The
the state conveying the property
to the City. However, a portion might be. Williams
stated a
tent camping area for tourists could be laced in the
t lends itself p park. The
concept f to that type of development.
Butler added Fish & Game and DNR want to work with the City ty to
develop the property* Funding Clp p y nding up to $500,000 could be awarded.
The State will want to meet their goals. The Kenai •
is a leadingissue at River habitat
this time. Fish & Game and DNR have
expressed their desire that the City rezone a portion of
p the
property from Rural Reside
ntial to Conservation. They are
looking for a deal that is creative and that will b ' a an indicator
as to how the state and muni
cipal agencies can work together.
Butler stated the park hub would be at the bend of t •
he river with
a boardwalk. They like the idea of an interpretive centero
e aquifer t The
City's right to large qu that runs through the property will
be left available to the City. Butler stated the Corps of
Engineers is concerned about the wetland issue
reeabl , however they may
be more agreeable e if DNR and Fish & Game approve the development,
Williams stated about $10 million of the mon
ies need to be
committed before the end
of the year. He has been requested to
nominate local persons to be added to a citizen ' s advisory group.
Butler added there ar
e two groups who will review the proposals;
group
a technical group and a citizens advisory
.
Monfor stated she thought the concept was great, I '
g t well prove
the City of Kenai is
an assertive leader on the Peninsula.
Monfor stated she was concerned about the commitment nt of city
monies at this time whi
ch were discussed in the resolution. She
did not want to stop the project but does no
t want to vote no
because of the unknowns.
Williams explained the money responsibilities constitutes stafftime, prepping arrangements, etc. Butler stated DNR and Fish &
Game will be working on a proposal that will be a
first time throw h. After approved the
g the park is sorted out, they can work
on the main agreement.
Monfor stated she favored the management agreement.
the long-term, g t• It could
mean in g , the City may not have anything to do with
it. Williams stated they are reviewing memorandums of
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 7
understanding. Butler added at this time costs will be for staff
time to put the proposal together. Fish & Game has requested he
set up a meeting between them and the City.
Williams informed Council there was a possibility another grant
could be acquired for improvements to Cunningham Park. The
matter was discussed by the Parks & Recreation Commission at
their special meeting last night. The Commission recommended
Council apply for two grants, one for the Cone property and one
for improvements to Cunningham Park. The Cunningham Park grant
would include the acquisition of the three neighboring lots,
enlargement of the existing playground, stairs to the bank, etc.
The Cone property project may not allow fishing and boating, but
the Cunningham Park project would. Williams suggested an
application for the Cunningham Park project should be in the
amount of $500,000. Williams suggested approximately $200,000
would be for acquisition of the adjoining lots.
Butler stated there are several sources of funding and the
Cunningham Park improvements may come from a different source
than the Cone property development.
Williams stated he would like to create a second grant for
Cunningham Park and identify immediately if acquisition of the
adjoining property is possible..
MOTION:
Councilman Smalley MOVED to proceed with having an application
submitted for Cunningham Park improvements as well as redrafting
the present resolution. Councilwoman Monfor SECONDED the motion.
There was no objection. SO ORDERED.
Williams suggested a break be taken in order to amend Resolution
No. 94-55. During the break, Williams requested Council review
the draft City video.
Smalley requested that when there is a meeting scheduled between
Fish & Game, DNR, etc., members of City staff be included in the
meeting. Williams agreed and added both City Manager Manninen
and the engineering technician have been present during previous
meetings.
BREAK: 8:10 P.M.
BACK TO ORDER: 8:43 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 8
Williams presented a substitute resolution w' ' with Butler's desired
amendments. Butler reviewed the amendments with Co
uncil* Butler
explained he tried to draf
t the resolution to be as loose as
possible. There are many decisions for the Council, ouncil.
Amendments included expressing the Cit 's desire •
Fish & Game and DN y to work with
R to develop park on that site; the ark w'
be oriented to a new a of river � p ill
t YP use; the City would support
he rezoning of a portion of the ro ert(Butler' P p Y added he was
aware the City had not discussed a rezone and that the '
would need to go before the Planning& Issue
Zoning Commission.);
development of the property is contingent upon
borne b g p the development
costs being y the State; and represents the concern that
the City wants to be involved in the 7
ro'ect,
P
MOTION:
Councilman Measles MOVED to amend Resolution N • o• 94-55 In Its
entirety with the substit
ute Resolution No. 94-559 Councilman
Smalley SECONDED the motion. Councilman Measles
s requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. There wer
e no objections, SO ORDERED.
Councilman Measles made the followingsuggestions
to the substitute re gg Ions for amendments
solution:
1. Fourth "Whereas" on Page 1, first sentence
the word "support" to "consider." Change
2. Fifth "Whereas" on Page i, third sentence
"and long-term costs associated -- remove
with the future maintenance of
the park..."
" ason Page 2, second sentence -- remove
... assumption of all... , " replace with "for" • , add a period after
0
the word "responsibilities";
remove the word "which" re lac'
with "this"; remove the word "maintenance";p lacing It
and remove the word
"equipment" and replace it with "support
would then read 11 pp se rvices." The whereas
...the Kenai City Council is aware of and
supports the City's negotiating with the State for or future
maintenance responsibilities. es. This may include personnel and
support services for the park."
Discussion followed on the suggested changes, hanges.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
PAGE 9
MOTION TO AMEND:
Councilman Measles MOVED to amend the substitute resolution in
the three places as stated. Councilman Smalley SECONDED the
motion. Councilman Smalley requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT for the
motion to amend.
VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT:
Councilman Smalley requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT for the motion to
amend. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
Further discussion followed while ironing out the amendments to
the resolution. Butler mentioned conveying of the property to
the City could be a negotiating tool for the future. Measles
stated he was looking at the project from the State's standpoint.
He did not know what term of agreement they were looking for. If
the property is conveyed to the City, could the City back out
later. Butler stated he would leave that to the City Attorney to
decide, however there are different ways to convey property.
Bannock asked if the City would want their employees and
equipment used in a park which the City does not own. Graves
stated an analysis of whether it is worth the risk would need to
be made. Nothing done is risk free.
There were no public comments.
VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION:
Councilman Smalley requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT for the main
motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
Williams requested a copy of the resolution and information be
forwarded to the Planning & Zoning Commission in their next
packet.
C-3. 1995 Games of Chance and Contests of Skill Permit
Application - Kenai Peninsula Central Labor Council.
Approved by consent agenda.
H-7 to C-4. Discussion - Congregate Housing Addition.
Williams referred to the material included in the packet, i.e. an
advertisement for funding through the Alaska Housing Finance
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 10
Corporation (AHFC) for senior housing and a portion of the AHF C
FY95 Senior Citizens Housing Development Fund Program Application
ends was t pp ion
Kit. Added to the agenda he August 31, 1994 AHFC letter to
Williams answering some questions regarding the application '
pp n kit.
Williams stated he brought the information to Council's attention
ttention
to find out what would be required of a grant for an addition
to
the congregate housing project. Williams noted the deadline fo
r
the application was September 19. Williams suggested it might
worthwhile to have plans available,
g be
Williams reported that after the packet went out he was
approached by Mr. Leo Grasso in regard to the development of a
senior citizen assisted livingp• housing complex. Williams
explained assisted living housing is between congregate housing
and a nursing home,
Williams added Grasso is interested in development of this
is
complex with federal funds through the private sector. Lands
used by the developer would be on the tax rolls. Private sector
development would remove maintenance responsibilities etc. from
the City.
Williams suggested property in front of the congregate
housing
complex which he formerly suggested be used for a buildingto
house the Public Health Clinic. Williams
lllams asked Council if they
were interested in making that land available for lease for an
assisted living complex.
Councilwoman Swarner noted that the agenda stated they would be
discussing an addition to congregate housing, In regard g g rd to that
project and/or the assisted living, was he talkingabout t a low
income development? Williams stated it would be low
income
assisted housing. Swarner suggested they need to investigate
tlgate the
age of the residents (the age now is 65) ; whether low income
housing is what they want; whether the City wants to be
Involved.
with an assisted living complex. Swarner stated she did not feel
comfortable voting on an assisted living issue at this time as It
was just brought before them tonight and the Council did not have
time to review any information on the issue.
Williams stated the City would not be involved in the
project.
Swarner stated that could not be said tonight. Williams
suggested they could say whether land is available for lease.
Does the Council want to lease property for use such as th
is?
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PAGE 11
Monfor stated she thought this type of project has a lot of
merit, however, she was not sure she was willing to lease out
that land. She did not know if an assisted living complex would
be compatible with the congregate housing project. Monfor
suggested the City has other property available. The ambiance of
the congregate housing is'a draw for the seniors. She does not
want to take away from that.
Williams asked Director Porter's opinion. Porter stated she
discussed the project with Grasso and she suggested he come back
and talk with the seniors about it. Porter stated there are
persons in the area and who currently live outside of the area
who would need this type of housing. Porter added assisted
living is the up-and-coming thing for senior people. Porter felt
there is a positive need for this type of living in Kenai and
would hope property could be available for this type of
development. Porter suggested using property across the street
from the congregate housing and that the seniors be consulted.
Williams stated he had looked at other elements of the city
property in that area (Daubenspeck property) and other property.
Swarner asked Porter how many people in the area would benefit
from assisted living. Porter stated she told Grasso she felt the
complex could be filled quickly. At this time they were
discussing 24 units. 24-hour staffing is required. People from
all over Alaska are in need of this type of housing and would
move to the area for it as there is not a lot of this type of
housing available in the state.
Monfor referred to the City's All -America City application
wherein they discussed the lack of private developments for
seniors. Monfor added she just was not comfortable with that
location.
Smalley asked if access was available for this type of
development. Williams stated they could make access as the City
owns all the property around there. Bookey stated he did not see
a problem with this type of development in that area. However,
he did not approve of using the Daubenspeck property.
Smalley stated he had no problem in supporting such a
development, but has a concern of using the property in that
area. Suggested receiving input from the seniors. Smalley
stated he would favor using the Daubenspeck property.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 12
Williams suggested the project be discussed with the Council on
Aging and ask them to make a recommendation of using the 1.9
acres in front of the congregate housing project or the
Daubenspeck property across the street. Williams asked if the
seniors decided it was compatible, did Council want to offer a
lease. Bannock stated he did not want to stand in the way of
private development and would be comfortable with what the
seniors say.
Measles stated he would consider their recommendation, but the
item needs to come back to Council for further discussion. It
was understood from Grasso discussing the issue again on
September 21 would be within his time frame. Porter stated the
Council on Aging would hold a special meeting to discuss the
item. Williams requested the item be placed on the September 21
agenda.
Williams stated he spoke with Grasso about the basic elements of
the lease and about the appraisal procedures, etc. Grasso stated
he understood the seniors need to review the project and that the
project needs to be compatible architecturally with the
congregate housing project. Another site would be okay too.
Grasso gave some background information of his experience to
Council.
Smalley suggested Grasso speak with Administrative Assistant Kim
Howard about the lease application process, etc.
Williams asked Council if they wanted to discuss further an
addition to the congregate housing project or hold it until a
later date. Williams suggested left over money from the
congregate housing project could be reappropriated through a
request to the legislature. The f g
g funding then could be used for a
feasibility study and development costs for expansion of the
facility. Williams added he thought they would be in better
position during the next budget cycle if these items were already
Y
Smalley asked if nothing was done with the funds, would the have
to be given back to the State. Y
Finance Director Brown stated
they would eventually have to be returned. Measles asked if
those funds could be used for a feasibility study, etc,
Manninen stated he there may be other priorities to complete on
the existing project that will u p
p ] use some of the left over monies,
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 13
Porter submitted a priority list of items they would like and
among them were a greenhouse, window treatments, etc.
Porter stated there is a still a major problem with the windows.
A representative from Pella will be coming to Kenai in September
to investigate the problem. At this time she does not know what
the cost will be or if there will be a cost to resolve the
problem.
Measles stated the present building was designed for expansion.
Plans for an expansion would not be as costly as the first
design. Architect's renderings, etc. will not be necessary
either. Smalley suggested they wait on a decision for an
addition as there may be additional costs not yet known.
Manninen stated he would be able to report back on the subject in
the next few months. Smalley asked Manninen if he suggested not
doing renderings, etc. Manninen stated yes.
Measles stated there was no hurry. A decision could be made
between now and next summer. Williams suggested before summer as
the legislature discusses reappropriations in February and he
would like to approach at that time. Manninen stated he should
be able to report back by January or February.
ITEM Doi. COMMISSIONICOMMITTEE REPORTS
D-lo council on Aging
Councilwoman Swarner reported a copy of the Center's newsletter
was included in the packet. The Council on Aging held an
emergency meeting at which time they discussed the soup and salad
bar issue. Director Porter stated there was concern that some of
the seniors were taking food home with them from the bar which
was showing an increase in their preparation and purchasing
costs. The Council on Aging was handling the problem. Swarner
added the Council would hold another meeting next week to discuss
the assisted living complex discussed at H-7/C-4.
D-2. Airport Commission
Councilman Measles reported there was no meeting.
D-3. Harbor Commission
Councilman Bookey reported there was no meeting.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 14
D-4. Library Commission
Councilwoman Monfor reported a meeting was held last night at
which time a discussion was heldg
regarding a juried art show
presently on display at the library. The library received a
complaint on one of the pictures on display. The Commission
discussed whether to remove the whole exhibit or keepthe
complete exhibit on display.
p py. The Commission decided to continue
showing the complete exhibit.
Monfor added the monthly report was included in the packet.
Also, a workshop will be held at the library on October 2
regarding Intellectual Freedom. Council was invited to attend.
The Commission will be reviewing their policies and procedures a
p t
their next meeting in regard to Intellectual Freedom,
D-5. Parks & Recreation commission
Councilman Bannock stated a special meeting of the Commission was
held last night regarding the proposed park on the Cone ro ert
and/or 'improvements to Cunningham p y p g am Park. Bannock stated the
Commission urged Council to apply for both grants.
Councilman Bookey noted the special meeting announcement for the
Parks & Recreation meeting did not include a date.
D-6. Planning & Zoning Commission
Councilman Smalley reported a copy of the minutes of the last
Commission meeting were included in the packet. There was a
lengthy discussion about a conditional use permit o
p n First Street
for a steam cleaning office and repair. Some adjustments were
made to the permit in regard to street use and traffic control.
The permit was then approved.
Smalley added the Commission remained one member short. Smalley
reported he informed the Commission the Co g
Council would be holding
a work session at 6:00 p.m. on September 21, immediatelyprior to
the council meetingto discuss t '
he City s commissions,
committees, etc. Smalley added he invited the Planning
Commission Chair to attend,
Smalley informed Council he had received telephone calls from
residents of Wooded Glen Court regarding a house there and the
upkeep of the property. It was added the house was the one fo
r
which an appeal of a request for an encroachment permit was heard and
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 15
recently. Questions asked were is the building going to sit
vacant, who will take care of the lawn, etc.
Attorney Graves suggested a letter be written to the federal
government who own the building and remind them they have
responsibilities in regard to the property. Also, Senators
Stevens and Murkowski and Rep. Young could be informed of the
federal government's violation of the city code, etc.
A discussion followed in which some councilmembers stated their
discouragement that there are laws for the prevention of the
problem plaguing that property, but nothing has been done.
Smalley stated he would talk with the people about contacting
Murkowski, Stevens and Young. However, he thinks the City has
some responsibility in the problem.
Graves stated if the City tried to cite the federal government,
it would be thrown out of court. It would be more successful to
pressure the Small Business Administration through the
legislators.
Bannock stated his concern the City should attempt to enforce the
laws, even with the federal government. Bannock added it looked
as though the City is waiting for someone to purchase the
property and then cite them for a code violation. Nobody wants
to dole out the punishment.
Graves stated prospective buyers are protected by the disclosure
law of the realtors. Councilman Measles added it is not the
City's problem. The City will not amend their own code.
D-7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
a. Beautification Committee - Councilwoman Swarner
reported a meeting will be held next Thursday.
b. All -America City - Mayor Williams reported he was asked
if the City would make a donation of a couple hundred dollars to
help defray hotel costs for the presenter of the healthy
communities seminars taking place on September 24. It was
suggested the donation be made contingent upon the presenter
staying in the City of Kenai.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
PAGE 16
MOTION:
Councilman Measles MOVED to donate $200 for defraying fraying hotel costs
for the Health Communi
ties presenter while staying in Kenai a
Councilwoman Monfor SECONDED the motion. There were and
no
objections. SO ORDERED.
c. Townsite Historic Board - Mayor Williams r
meeting was held last night* E reported a
g Ethel Clausen, a board member, was
in the audience and reported the Board elected Dorothy McCard
chair of the Board. The Board will tryto
apply for a 5010
Historic Preservatio
n Funds Grants -In -Ad Program. Fundingwould
be used for the inventoryingof historic d
Board also rlc properties, etc. The
set a regular meeting date of the last Tuesday sday of each
month. The group is very
challenge.
enthusiastic and looking forward to the
ITEM E: MINUTES
� E-1. •
Regular Meeting of August 17, 1994.
Approved by consent agenda.
ITEM F: CORRESPONDENCE
None.
ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS
G-1. Discussion - Kenai River ViewingArea
forward b direct' ea Park (brought
Y ion of 3/2/94 Council Meeting),
•
Mayor Williams referred to the information •
Included In the
packet. Williams note
d direction of Council at their Marc
1994 meeting was to bringthis h 2,
matter forward at this meeting.
MOTION:
Councilman Bookey stated he would be in favor avor of turning the
money back and
giving up the project completely. Booke added
there were too many other avenues to Y d
Councilman Smalley asked if that use that property,
was a motion, Booke s
yes, Councilman SmalleySECONDED Y stated
the motion.
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PAGE 17
Councilman Bannock stated this item had not been discussed at the
Parks & Recreation Commission meeting last night. However, he
talked with Chairman Hultberg and referred to the motions passed
by the Commission in February 1994. Bannock stated he did not
think the Commission had changed their minds about returning the
money.
Councilman Measles stated the grant would not expire until the
end of the year. The City could request an extension to the
grant. Measles stated he did not think the money needed to be
returned at this time and an extension should be requested.
Councilwoman Monfor stated she was not ready to give the money
back either. Monfor reiterated Measles' requests and also asked
that the Parks & Recreation Commission again review the project.
Instead of what was going to be done, see what the very minimum
could be done to the area and still have it as a viewing area.
Williams referred to the February 16, 1994 DNR letter included in
the packet and reviewed their comments, i.e. if the City returns
the funds it would not adversely affect chances for future
funding; if the project is canceled; the City could not transfer
the funding to a different project; and, if change in scope was
requested, they could only be minor as the project competed
against others for the LWCF monies.
Monfor stated the use of the site and the proposed purpose have
not changed. However, that part of the bluff cannot be visited
by some because of the danger of bluff. The purpose and scope
have not changed. The purpose is a viewing area.
Swarner stated she recalled the site plan was to include a
volleyball court, etc. Swarner asked if any aspect of the grant
could be changed. Kornelis stated perhaps the number and quality
or type of facility, like the number of picnic tables, etc.
Monfor suggested the question be taken back to Parks & Recreation
as they were adamant about keeping the money. Williams stated he
would be willing to vote against the motion because Parks &
Recreation did not address the question for some time. Williams
suggested the question be referred back to Parks & Recreation and
then bring it back to Council. Measles suggested if an extension
is received, they could then work on changing the scope of the
project.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 18
Bookey stated he did not believe they could change the he grant and
still do the work for
$88r000* The Parks & Recreation Commission
had plenty of time to make their decision. Boo
Bookey added he did
not have a problem delaying the decision of whether
to go ahead
with the
project, however, he believed it would be delaying
inevitable. Y g the
Kornelis stated the total amount of moneyfor the '
mat project is
$160,000($80,000 matching City funds). The Cit ' s$88,000alread been a y has
Y appropriated. If the grant is returned, the Cit 's
$88t000 would return to the General Fund. y
Measles stated Council already determined the scope p of the work
could not be done for
$180f0000 Williams stated he would be
willing to delay their determination of whether t
requested o turn back or
not. Smalley q ted if the motion was defeated, the question
for review,
be remanded back to Parks & Recreation
.
Williams requested the Clerk to read the moti on. Clerk Freas
stated Councilman Bookey's conversation leadingt
Smalley's question if the ,o Councilman
q statement was a motion. Councilman
Bookey stated yes. Freas stated she would interpret that to mean
the motion was "Councilman Bookey moved to return the rant
money." Bookey nodded agreement. g
VOTE:
Williams: No Bookey: Yes
y Swarner. Yes
Monfor.
• No Measles: No
Bannock: Yes
Smalley: Yes
MOTION PASSED.
ITEM H: NEW BUSINESS
H-1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
MOTION:
Councilman Smalley MOVED to pay the bills. T
objections. SO here were no
7 ORDERED.
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SEPTEMBER 71 1994
PAGE 19
H-2. Purchase Orders Exceeding $1,000
MOTION:
Councilman Measles MOVED to approve the purchase orders exceeding
$1,000 and Councilman Smalley SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
Williams questioned the purchase of 17" monitors. Finance
Director Brown noted an ordinance was introduced in regard to the
purchase. Chief Morris explained they were for the dispatchers
and were being purchased with Borough funds.
H-3. Ordinance No. 1604-94 - Increasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations by $1,560 in the General Fund to
Purchase Two Computer Monitors in the Communications
Department.
Approved by consent agenda.
H-4. Ordinance No. 1605-94 - Increasing Estimated Revenues
and Appropriations by $13,862 in the General Fund as a
Result of Receiving Two State Library Grants.
Approved by consent agenda.
H-5. Discussion - Fraternal Order of Alaska State Troopers
Youth Program Advertisement/Request for Purchase.
Williams reported he was asked by the Fraternal Order of Alaska
State Troopers if the City would like to purchase advertisement
space in the youth program. Councilwoman Swarner she asked the
organization what organizations and teams were benef fitted from
the program, she found they were not local teams and
organizations. Swarner stated she objected.
Bookey stated requests for funding should be addressed when
setting the budget. Bannock stated a similar concern and stated
he would not support the purchase.
Williams stated there was no interest in purchasing an
advertisement.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
PAGE 20
H-6. Discussion - Ambulance Billin
g-
Removed from the agenda.
H-7• Discussion - Congregate Housing'
Addition.
Discussed at C-4.
H'8• Approval - Change Order No. 2
/Thompson Park Sewer
Interceptor Project/Zubeck, Inc. - 2 897
$ � .44.
Kornelis explained the change order was f ' or placing guide rails
in manholes. Further
explanation was included in the packet,
.
MOTION:
Councilman Smalley MOVED to approve Chang
e ge Order No. 2, Thompson
Park Sewer Interceptor Project to Zubeck, Inc, for
the amount of
$2f897*44* Councilwoman Mo
nfor SECONDED the motion. There we no objections. SO ORDERED. re
Williams reported he was informed on
e of the manholes were
tilting badly and needingair before '
repair re accepting the pro'ect.
Kornelis s
stated he would investigate the matter
,
H'9• Approval - Change Order No. 4 T
/ hompson Park Water &
Sewer
/Foster Construction - $5F1550000
Kornelis referred to his memorandum included'
Kornelis explained in the packet.
p at Fireweed and Forget -Me -Not the w '
crosses under the storm drain. The water line
There should be 1.3' of space
between them, but there is only4".
there is a very winter.
There could be a problem if
ry cold winter. There is more of a ro '
the first winter because of t problem during
he lesser amount of households using
the lines. DEC does not think it will
City Engineer En inee La Shotfreeze, nor does he or
.
Smalley asked if it would freeze what w
resolve the rob � would the cost be to
p, lem. Kornelis stated it would cost
change order involves. Also people more than the
time while the p p would out of water for a
line would be repaired. Kornelis stated he had
thought about removing
what item from the agenda, but was not s at to do. sure
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 21
Kornelis stated the cost for change order would be eligible for
grant funding. All except $2009 Williams stated Kornelis wanted
Council to review the problem because of insurance.
MOTION:
Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of Change Order No. 4,
Thompson Park Water & Sewer, Foster Construction for the amount
of $5,155*00. Councilwoman Monfor SECONDED the motion. There
were no objections. 80 ORDERED.
City Manager Manninen stated his concern with the "after -the -
fact" process because it costs more money. Manninen suggested
more authority needed to be given to the inspector of the project
to allow them to go ahead with work. They need to have more
faith in the inspector. Authority needs to be given to act in
the best interest of the city up to an amount of money.
No action was taken.
ITEM I: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
I-1. Mayor
a. Information Item No. 6 - Williams reminded Council a
open house for the Mission Street paving project will be at City
Hall on September 15 beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Williams requested a cost estimate for decorative street lights
(including installation) to be placed along Mission Street to the
Orthodox Church and from the Orthodox Church to the Visitors
Center. Williams suggested costs for the lights along Mission
Street to the Church could be funded by ISTEA funds. The
remainder to the Visitors Center could be funded with the $88,000
of the City's portion of matching funds for the Kenai River
Viewing Area (the grant was turned back earlier in the meeting),
plus additional funding from the General Fund. Williams
suggested the placement of an antique clock in the area as well.
Smalley stated he did not necessarily disagree, however there are
other areas in town which need street lights as well. Kornelis
was not sure the antique clock could be funded with ISTEA monies
as it would be out of the scope of the project.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
PAGE 22
Bannock stated the time in which the Old Town
area gets a lot of
tourists is in the summer an
d the lights are not needed at that
time of the year. Williams stated he •
was considering the
esthetics. Monfor added Kenai is not just
a summer place
anymore.
Swarner suggested the purchase of the Hakk'
with the $88 000. Sm lnen bluff property
alley suggested using the $88,000 for
rejuvenating other city parks.
Consensus of Council was to get a cost estim
ate,
b• Information Item No. 7 - Williams
referred to the
information item whic
h was a Peninsula taxable sales re o p rt.
C. Information Item No. 9 - Williams noted a
letter was
sent to the Alaska State Ch
amber of Commerce nominatingthe Kenai
Chamber for an annual award,
d. Information Item No. 12 - Williams
noted a copy of the
City's advertisement congratulating Tesoro was included in the
packet.
e. Information Item No. 13 - Williams noted •
Mike Simms about the Possibility he spoke with
t p pity of an aircraft plant moving to
he area. Simms thought there could be sjobsg
some for the area.
f. Goals & objectives List - Williams requested Council
review the lists included in
their packets and bring them back to the next meeting.
go Royalty oil Sale - Williams referred to
received about a sale of royaltyinformation he
Williams oil to Tesoro Alaska Petroleum.
lliams asked Council if they wished to
send a letter of support
for the sale. Council did not object aWilliamsClerk Freas to write� and Willirequested
the letter.
h. State Parks Marine Recreation Citizen• Committee -
Williams asked if
Council had objections to him submitti
names of Dick Hultberg, Fred Braun and Jeff Jeffersonng the
to State
Parks for possible placement on the citizen committee* There
were no objections.
i. World Trade Council - William
s stated he would be
attending the World Trade Council meet' '
September 23. Mayor Gilman will
In Anchorage on
Y lman will also attend. The will
Y be
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
PAGE 23
setting up a committee to study and implement the agreement
between Governor Hickel and Governor Krasnicoff (Sakhalin).
j . Return Visit to Russia - Williams reported he and City
Manager Manninen will be traveling to Russian from October 11-20,
1994.
I-2. City Manager
a. ISO Inspection Report - Manninen congratulated the
Kenai Fire Department and Public Works Department for their
efforts in regard to the ISO inspection. They have not received
written acknowledgement, however there is a good chance the
City's class may be lowered to Class III.
b. EDD Rental Contract - Manninen reported the EDD rental
contract, for the space they now reside, was extended for one
year. He will suggest they get a multiple year contract.
c. EDD/ISTEA Planning Funds - Manninen reported EDD may be
in a position to get ISTEA planning funding for the area. He
will speak with the Board about applying for a position as,a
regional planning group for ISTEA funds.
d. AML Board of Directors Meeting - Manninen reported he
is attending the AML Board of Directors Meeting being held in
Homer today and for the rest of the week. Manninen stated he had
the opportunity to submit a paper to AML in regard to the
contaminated soils at the courthouse. Also, he referred to the
paper during discussions of unfunded mandates.
I-3. Attorney
No report.
I-4. City Clerk
Clerk Freas requested approval of the list of election judges
included in the packet.
MOTION:
Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of the list of election
judges and Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. Councilman
Smalley requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. There were no objections.
SO ORDERED.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
PAGE 24
I-50 Finance Director
Airport Manager Ernst and Finance Directo
r Brown stated the
Finance Director had no report.
I-6 • Public Works Director
a. Mission Street - Kornelis reported a •
will be held on the p public hearing
paving project for Mission Street on
September 15. A copy of the notice was include
d in the packet as
Information Item No. 6. A copy of the notice '
was marled to the
Townsite Historic Board as
well as residents of the area.
b. Matching Grant List - Kornelis refer •
Item No. 11 included red to Information
in the packet. The item was a list of
matching grants for which the cityis applying,
c. STIP Project List - Kornelis reported he at
tended a
meeting on August 25 in regard to STIP projects in our area. At
the meeting, positions were secured in regard to area projects.
I-79 Airport Manager
No report.
ITEM J_ DISCUSSION
J-1. Citizens
None.
J-2. Council
Bookey - a. Congratulated the Fire and '
Departments for their workPublic Works
on the ISO inspection. Booke
requested a news release and/or advertisementy
be placed in the
paper after receipt of the lower rating,
b. Stated his concern that the State was pulling semi-
trailers over on the Visito
rs Center lawn and parking lot for
inspection. Their activities were blocking
locking the Centers' access
by visitors to the center. Measles add ' added his concern for safety
of those turning into the parkin lot. C •
would contact t g Chief Morris stated he
he State.
i
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 25
c. Bookey asked how the health and safety program was
progressing with the engineering technician. Kornelis reported
the technician has been very busy with the contaminated soils
project and has not had a lot of time to work on the health and
safety program.
d. Bookey requested a quarterly report from the Police
Department identifying their activities and statistics. Chief
Morris stated they produce a monthly crime report that he could
forward to Council. The information on the monthly crime report
is also included in their end -of -the -year report which is always
included in the packet. There was no action taken.
Swarner - a. Reported she attended the AML policy meeting
in Homer. If Council had suggestions in regard to the taxation
portion, pass them on to the city manager.
b. Asked if the new tent camping area was still being used
by campers. McGillivray reported there was no money in the drop
box for a few weeks. Swarner stated she observed cars parked in
the park now. McGillivray suggested posts with chains could be
placed to block the entrance. There was no action.
c. Suggested advertisements Council considers for
supporting sports, schools, etc. should benefit the local
community. Swarner reported a Junior Achievement project is
developing a local monopoly board game. A donation of $100 would
get placement on the board.
d. Reminded those present Rubber Ducky tickets were
available. Also invited everyone to the Kenai Vision Centers'
open house.
Monfor - a. Really appreciates seeing more police patrol
vehicles out, especially since school started.
b. Suggested the report requested by Bookey be a quarterly
report. Morris stated it would not be a problem.
c. Congratulated the Fire and Public Works Department on
the ISO inspection. This reaffirms to the Council they have been
making the correct decisions.
d. Concerned that there has been no activity of the Spur
Highway improvements.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
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PAGE 26
e. Reported there are junk cars parked behind the
Pawn Shop,Kenai
on Walker Lane, Birch Street (aside from the Rode
residence Re s
). quested something be done about them an
d enforce
their ordinance. Smalle
y stated La Shot forwards a list of Code
violations to Planning & Zoningwhich the s '
co of the staff l s processing. A
PY reports were requested to be placed in Counci
packets as well. 1 s
f. Reported she and Councilwoman Swarner wou
ld not attend
the AML Conference in
November as they will be Y tees attendingthe
National Civic League's health communities
conference and All -
America City Reunion in Philadelphia in November
Measles - No report.
Bannock - a. Stated his concern about the of
patrolling of Forest Drive. police
b. Stated his concerns that there are still
i parked alongthe cars being
rights -of -way. Requested the Cityactive)
pursue the adherence to the Cod y
e with this problem.
Smalley - a. Congratulated the Fire and Public
c Works
Department for the ISO inspection* Agreed with Monf or that it
reinforces
es the decisions made from employee recommendations
art bons in
regard to the Fire Department ment and the City.
ITEM R: ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximate) 11:17
y p.m.
Minutes transcribed and submitted by:
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Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
CITY, OF KENO111, L *1 to
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MEMORANDUM
To: Kenai City Council
From: Kim Howard, Administrative Assista-
Through: Thomas J. Manninen, City Manage,
, n.o
Date: September 9, 1994
RE: GIFTS FROM HAROLD AND RITA DAUBENSPECK
At the September 7, 1994 Council Meeting there was discussion
regarding the Daubenspeck Property. Attached please find
information in regard to the Daubenspeck gifts to the City of
Kenai.
1. 12/12/80 Wallace E. Skidmore, Jr. (Daubenspecks'
attorney) letter to City Attorney Delahay describing the intent of
the Daubenspecks' donations.
2. City of Kenai Resolution No. 80-178 , passed December 17,
1980, accepting the gifts of the Daubenspecks. r
According to the letter from Mr. Skidmore, it was the intention of
Mr. & Mrs. Daubenspeck that the property be conveyed tothe City
for public purposes. Resolution 80-178 accepts the donation of the
land to be used exclusively for public purposes.
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Mr. Ben Delahav
City At tornpy
City of Kenai
Kenai, AK 99611
Re: Gifts from Harold and Rita Daubens
peck
Dear Mr. De 1 ahay :
Enclosed herewith you will find the following
we have prepared in connection with documents which
the captioned matter:
1. Quit Claim Deed conveying all oil
Tract E of the Daubenspeck PropertySuh and Rag rights in
land Survey No. 98 • and division, end Alaska Tide-
Z • Quit Claim Deed for Tract C and
Property Subdivision and the remaindern of the naubenspeck
Tideland Survey No. o f their interest in
y 9$. Alaska
Mr. and Mrs. Davbenepeck have authors
Deeds to you as their agent. It is the Zed us to deliver these
Daubenspecic that these properties intention o f Mr. and Mrs,
aivel forpurposes,p s be conveyed to the City
exc
y public You ere to hold the y Iv- _
City Council of Kenai passes 8 resolutionse Deeds until the
the naubenspeck gifts. Upon appropriately accepting
p receipt o f a certified co o f t g
resolution, you are to deliver these Deed copy the
the certified copy of said resolution t s to the Mayor and return
lotion is not passed during the December o our office. If this reso-
sneeting, please call this office 17' 19RC City Council
further instructions, -mmedintely in order to rec
eive
ive
Mr. and Mra., nauhenRpeck re oast tha
royalty, revenue or rental income tall sales, proceeds
to Tract C. D. and F of from oil, pgR and mineral the Daubenspeck Propert Sub rights
, be clad is y -
division and
Alaska Tideland Survey 9$
tions, sponsoring athletic r ated and given to city or aniZ
p ograms within the City of Kenai.g 8
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December .12 , 1980
Will you please call immediately upon receipt of this letter
to advise us of the arrival of the same. Also, will you please
review these legal descriptions with the surveyor to be certain
they are accurate and proper in all respectR. Further, will you
please call following the Council meeting on December 17, 1980, to
advise us of the delivery and acceptance of this gift. Further, if
there are any complications whatsoever in connection With the
delivery and/or recording of these Deeds, please advise us
immediately.
Very truly yours,
AIKEN , ST . LOUI S & S ILJ EG
Wallace E. Skidmore, r.
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Enclosures
CITY OF KENA I
RESOLUTION NCt. 80-178
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF LANDS AND OIL AND GAS RIGHTS IN
ADJACENT LANDS FROM HAROLD A. DAUBENSPECK AND RITA DAUBENSPECK.
WHEREAS, Harold A. Daubenspeck has for many years owned and
operated the Kenai Salmon Packing Company in the City of Kenai
and has alway3 been a positive force in the development and
stabilization of the economy of said City, and
WHEREAS, the summer' employment furnished by the Kenai Salmon
Packing Company has not only contributed to the financial well
being of the community, but has in many cases furnished the
opportunity for youth of this City to earn high wages with which
they have been able to continue their pursuit of higher
education, which has resulted not only in the advancement and
enrichment of said youth but has worked to the benefit of every
community in which said youth have later settled, including the
City of Kenai, and
WHEREAS, the said Harold A. Daubenspeck has always followed the
policy of lending funds to local inhabitants for purposes of the
purchase of fishing sites, fishing vessels, and fishing gear,
which has contributed not only to the well being of the
individuals involved but to the development of the Cook Inlet
fishery and the community as a whole, and
WHEREAS, Harold A. & Rita Daubenspeck have executed a Deed by
which they have offered to donate to the City of Kena J very
valuable riverside and road frontage properties within :he City
of Kenai, including all oil , gas, and mineral rights th%rein,
which property is not only very valuable property in itself , but
is even more so to the City of Kenai because it is adjacent to
land already owned by the City of Kenai, and
WHEREAS, Mr. & Mrs. Daubenspeck have also executed a Deed and
offered to donate to the City of Kenai all oil and gas rights
previously reserved by them in adjacent tracts to those conveyed
and donated to the City at this time, and
WHEREAS, it is understood that significant quantities of gas have
been discovered in a well drilled just across the Kenai hive r
from the land in question and the pool of gas may well extend
under said lands,
NOW r THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of
Kenai, Alaska that the City of Kenai hereby accepts f ron HAROLD
A. & RITA DAUBENSPECK the gift of land, together with the oil,
gas, and mineral rights therein and the gift of oil and gas
rights in adjacent lands referred to in the deeds of December 12,
1980, to be used exclusively for public purposes. we further
recognize that the value of this gift' may exceed THREE MILLION
DOLLARS MrO00000.00).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City honor the request of Mr. &
Mrs. Daubenspeck that the oil, gas, and mineral rights, including
sales proceeds, royalties, revenue, or rental income therefrom,
from Tracts Cr D. and E of the Daubenspeck Property Subdivision
as well as from Alaska Tidelands Survey No. 9 8, are to be
dedicated to athletic programs sponsored by the City of Kenai.
The distributions of such funds will be at the full and sole
discretion of the City Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska, to
the Parks & Recreation Commission or such other City agency or
city official as the City Council may from time to time authorize
to use such distributions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that as a gesture of our appreciation we
hereby recommend that in the event a marina or park or other
public facility be developed on any of the donated property that
such facility be named after the Daubenspecks.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE
of December, 1980.
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Suggested by: Administration
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1606-94
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $39,500 IN
A NEW CAPITAL PROJECT FUND FOR AN ENVIRONMENTAL SITE
ASSESSMENT OF LOTS 13 AND 14, COOK INLET INDUSTRIAL AIR PARK.
WHEREAS, the City needs to conduct a site assessment of Lots
13 and 14, CIIAP to determine the type and quantity of soil
contamination; and
WHEREAS, Lots 13 and 14 are unleased Airport Lands, and the
cost of cleanup should initially be paid by the Airport.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, that estimated revenues and appropriations be
increased as follows:
Airport Land System
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Appropriation of Fund Balance 39 500
Increase Appropriations:
Airport Land - Transfers 39 500
Soils, Lots 13 & 14, CIIAP, Capital Project
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Transfer from Airport Land System $ 3 9 f 5 0 0
Increase Appropriations:
Administration $ 11000
Professional Services 38,c500
$39L500
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 5th
day of October, 1994.
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
Approved by Finance: �qQ
(9/13/94)kl
September 21, 1994
October 5, 1994
October 5, 1994
MEMORANDUM
TO: Charles A. Brown, Finance Director
FROM: Keith Kornelis, Public Works Director 4e
DATE: September 12, 1994
SUBJECT: Site Assessment,, Lots 13 & 14, CHAP
Please prepare an ordinance appropriating funds for Lots 13 & 14, Cook Inlet Industrial
Air Park Site Assessment, 1994. Cleanup of the site is required according to
AS46.04.020. A site assessment will determine the amount of soil, major contaminants,
media of interest, and site geography. Following is a cost estimate:
Professional Services $35,000.00
Contingency (10%) 3,500.00
Administration 1,000.00
$399500-00
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Suggested by:
Finance 4"'.4
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1607-94
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
AMENDING KMC 7.22.060 TO SPECIFY THAT SHORT-TERM U. S.
TREASURY NOTES AND THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE INVESTMENT
POOL ARE LIQUID INVESTMENTS.
WHEREAS, the City is allowed to invest its monies in a
variety of instruments, including U. S. Treasury Notes and
the Alaska Municipal League (AML) Investment Pool; and
WHEREAS, to provide for adequate liquidity, ensuring that
monies are readily available for expenditure or that
instruments have a ready market, the City has established in
KMC 7.22.060 which instruments may be aggregated in
determining the 20% liquidity test; and
WHEREAS, in addition to those instruments listed, U. S.
Treasury Notes with maturities of one year or less, and
investments in the AML Investment Pool, are equally liquid
as U. S. Treasury Bills and money market funds,
respectively, and should be added to the list; and
WHEREAS, expanding the list of instruments defined as
liquid, without authorizing any different investments, will
j enhance yields by allowing a greater range of maturities to
be considered for investment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, that KMC 7.22.060 is hereby amended as
follows:
7.22.060 Liquidity: Liquidity shall be
assured through investments in marketable U. S.
Treasury bills, U. S. Treasury notes with existing
maturities of one year or less, short-term repurchase
agreements, a State investment pool, or money market
funds. At least twenty percent (20%) of the
portfolio shall be held in such instruments.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 5th
day of October, 1994,
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
Approved by Finance: c 4a
(9/14/94) kl
September 21, 1994
October 5, 1994
November 5, 1994
Suggested by: Admi
CITY OF KENAI
ORDINANCE NO. 1608-94
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
AMENDING KMC 7.12.040 BY CREATING A MECHANISM FOR ESTIMATING
HOTEL/MOTEL ROOM TAX FOR OPERATORS FAILING TO FILE RETURNS OR
PROVIDE OR KEEP ACCURATE RECORDS.
WHEREAS, the City of Kenai has implemented ahotel/motel room talc;
WHEREAS, failure of some hotel/motel operators to file returns or to provide or keep
adequate records makes it difficult for the Finance Department to determine the amount
of tax owed by them to the City; and
WHEREAS, a mechanism for estimating the hotel/motel room tax due when an operator
fails to file a return or provide or keep adequate records is needed to enable the City to
collect the hotel/motel room tug from such operators;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA THAT KMC 07.12.040 BE AMENDED BY ADDING THE
FOLLOWING SECTION:
07.12.040(d) In the event the City is unable to ascertain the amount
of tax due from an operator because the operator has failed to keep accurate
records, to allow inspection of records, failed to file a return or falsified
records, then the City shall estimate the tax due based upon any information
available to it. The estimate shall become final for the purpose of
determining liability of the operator in thirty (30) days unless the operator
earlier files an accurate auditable return supported by records indicating a
lesser liability or unless a greater liability is shown upon audit. The City's
estimate will include an audit estimate fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00)
that is payable regardless of whether or not the operator files his/her own
returns.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 5th day of
October, 1994.
John J. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
(09/16/94)
September 21, 1994
October 5, 1994
November 5, 1994
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MEMORANDUM
To: Kenai City Council
From: Randy Ernst, Airport Manager
Through: Kim Howard, Acting City ManagerP,
Date: September 14, 1994
RE: Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal Bar
There were no bids received at the September 14, 1994 10:00 a.m.
bid opening for the Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal Bar concession
lease. However, a bid was submitted by Louis Schilling at 1:47
p.m. The bid envelope was not opened as it was untimely. In
addition, Mr. Schilling did not mark on the bid envelope "City of
Kenai, Kenai Municipal Airport Terminal Bar" as required in the
Instructions to Bidders.
The current lease expires December 1, 1994.
How does the Council wish to proceed?
RE/kh
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Carol L. Freas, City lerk
City of Kenai
DATE: August 311 199
RE: PRIORITIZATION AND RATIFICATION OF GOALS &
OBJECTIVES LIST
Councilmember Monfor requested the goals and objectives list be
brought back to Council for prioritization and ratification.
Attachments A and 8 are the approved notes/minutes of Goals &
Objectives Workshop I held at City Hall on February 5, 1994 and
Goals & Objectives Workshop II of April 13, 1994. The February
5, 1994 minutes include the short-term and long-term lists
formulated at that workshop.)
Attachments C and D are the short-term and long-term lists you
developed at the February 5, 1994 workshop with preliminary
prioritizing noted which you decided during the April 13, 1994
workshop.
Attachments E and F are newly developed lists. I took out those
items that have been completed, moved, etc. Please review E & F
and prioritize the items as you believe they should be and return
them to me for compiling by September 14, 1994. Unless you
direct differently, I will place the ratification of the lists on
the agenda for the September 21 council meeting.
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL
GOALS & OBJECTIVES WORKSHOP
February 5, 1994
9:00 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.
PRESENT:
Facilitators: Charles Alvarez and Karen Van Horn
Council: Smalley, Bannock, Bookey, Williams, Measles, Monfor and
Swarner.
Staff: Manninen, Freas
Public: Leo Oberts, Kevin Walker and Roger Meeks
INTRODUCTIONS:
The facilitators and Council introduced themselves and gave a
short review of their backgrounds.
RULES FOR SUCCESS:
Alvarez reviewed his "rules for success" in order to have an
effective workshop. They were:
1. Face reality as it is, not as it was, or as you wish it to
be.
2. Be candid with everyone.
3. Don't manage...lead.
4. Change before you have to.
5. Control your own destiny or someone else will.
MISSION STATEMENT:
An outline of a statement was presented to Council from Alvarez.
It was:
To better serve the citizens of Kenai through listening
and leading; to ensure a prosperous future by balancing
the wishes of the community with responsible
management.
Council reviewed other mission statements included in the packet
(those of Marysville, MI, Soldotna and Kenai department heads.
None of Marysville or Soldotna's statements were integrated.
Council used a portion of the department heads' statement.
Council's discussion included their desire to state they want
development, but with careful planning; want responsible growth;
environmentally safe; courteous service.
GOALS & OBJECTIVES WORKSHOP
FEBRUARY 5, 1994
PAGE 2
Council's completed mission statement was:
TO SERVE THE CITIZENS OF KENAI THROUGH LISTENING AND
LEADING; TO PROMOTE GROWTH AND CONTINUALLY IMPROVE
SERVICES BY BALANCING THE WISHES OF THE COMMUNITY WITH
RESPONSIBLE MANAGEMENT.
BREAK TAKEN: 10:20 a.m.
BACK TO WORK: 10:35 a.m.
ITEM B: DEPARTMENT GOALS & OBJECTIVES
FINANCE DEPARTMENT -
a. Personnel, Director.- Council discussed the advantages
of adding a personnel director to the staff. Monfor used the
hiring of the building official as a reason for it being
advantageous to have a personnel officer on staff (hiring
practices more consistent, etc.), also ADA requirements, family
leave, etc. Walker suggested an assistant city manager could be
involved in this. Williams stated he believed having a personnel
officer on staff could save money in time, efficiency and cost
analysis to pay for the position.
Measles and Swarner agreed. Measles added the position has been
discussed many times. Measles suggested the position could be an
assistant city manager and the job description could be written
to cover personnel functions, purchasing, etc. to make it a full-
time job.
FINDINGS: Swarner stated she would like to have the position
added to the 94-95 proposed budget for consideration. Monfor
suggested the item be returned to Manninen and Brown to develop a
job description. The job title should be assistant city manager.
Salary projections and job description should be brought back to
council at the next workshop.
Meeks approved of the position as a citizen. Meeks added the
city needs someone to be in charge when the city manager is out
of town, etc.
b. Computer - Williams suggested the computer be listed as
a five-year goal. Measles suggested having a computer expert
evaluate the city's entire needs and for assistance in knowing
what to do.
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c. Unfunded Mandates - Manninen to compile a list of
unfunded mandates and forward a copy to the AML, and Alaska state
and federal legislators. The list should be available for the
Council's next workshop as well.
FINDINGS:
a. Place Personnel Director/Assistant City Manager in 94-
95 budget for discussion.
b. Place "computer evaluation" on short-term goal.
Finance Department computer on long-term goal.
KENAI VISITORS AND CONVENTION BUREAU, INC.
Monfor stated the KVCB board has not yet reviewed or approved the
goals and objectives included in the packet. Monfor stated she
was not comfortable discussing the goals and objectives that have
been compiled by one person.
FINDINGS: Went on to next group.
SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER
Williams asked how much of general funding is the City
responsible to put toward the Center. Manninen stated it is a
stand-alone, self -enterprising function. Monfor corrected
Manninen and stated he was talking about the congregate housing.
Council was discussing the Senior Center. Monfor added the City
has paid in -kind for utilities and employee increases. If the
City would not pay in -kind amounts, the purposes of the grants
and the grant monies would have to be changed. That would result
in lost services to the seniors.
Monfor suggested the Council investigate a tax for support of the
Senior Center. Williams asked if they wanted to change the
charter/code to allow for dedicated funds. Measles asked if the
city can have services areas.
FINDINGS:
a. Short-term. Continue search for funding for two new
vans.
LIBRARY
The possibleaddition to the library was discussed as well as the
Library Commission's preparation of floor plans for an addition.
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FINDINGS:
a. Short-term. Have Administration compile a cost
analysis of bid -ready plans for an addition.
b. Short-term. Get cost analysis for architectural
rendering of the addition.
c. Long-term. Library Commission to continue working on
floor plan for library addition.
PARRS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
a. Wellness Program - Monfor stated she believed it is
needed. A program should not be offered to the Fire and Police
departments, if not available for all employees. Measles stated
the program must be developed in a manner the rest of the
community believes is fair.
b. Itinerant Camping - Discussion followed of whether it
is the city's responsibility to have camping available. Swarner
stated she is not sure the City should be putting money into a
camping area for cannery workers. Swarner added she believed a
tourism camping area is needed. Swarner suggested reopening the
Forest Drive Municipal Park and have a host couple there to
manage it.
Monfor stated in the past, most of the people working at the
canneries wanted to experience living in a tent, etc. This has
changed in the last years. There are more migrant workers now.
Monfor stated she believed the City will have to discuss this.
The citizens may not want to pay for it. Also, the City has a
responsibility in protecting the dunes. The City needs to take
on the cost as a responsibility of the environment. Monfor added
the Municipal Park was closed because the city was not
maintaining it properly. Until it is maintained properly, it
should be kept closed.
Bookey stated he agreed with Monfor but thought the discussion
goes back to management. Bookey added there have been problems
with management not doing what Council wanted done. Bookey
stated the canneries in the 70's supplied space for their
workers. The canneries have a responsibility to continue to
supply living space for them.
Monfor stated if the cannery worker problem continues, the city
has a responsibility to the citizens to be sure sanitation and
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trash receptacles are available. An ordinance is in place (trash
and sanitation on private property) and it needs to be enforced.
Williams suggested a cannery campground be included in the five-
year plan. Smalley suggested the city could be a pass -through
agency for funds.
BEAUTIFICATION
Swarner suggested as a long-term goal to "clean house" in regard
to the Beautification Committee. Also, the Council needs to look
at the direction of flowers in the city. Maybe contract it out
and city employees not be responsible for planting, weeding, etc.
Discussion followed regarding placing a city greenhouse on
property by ballfields and Extension Service garden plots. The
greenhouse would be used to grow flowers for placement in city
planters and flower beds.
Swarner suggested the Beautification Committee be integrated into
the Parks & Recreation Commission. Measles stated he believed
the responsibilities of the Beautification Committee should be
given to the Parks & Recreation Commission. The commission
should be restructured by sunsetting the Beautification Committee
and replacing some of the Commission members with some of the
committee members.
FINDINGS FOR PARKS & RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION:
a. Long-term: Develop a wellness program policy for all
city employees.
b. Short-term: Establish a tourism/visitor fee tenting -
only campground with management within the park and clean it up.
c. Short-term: Itinerant Campground - Establish a
committee to address the cannery worker issue.
d. Short-term. Solicit information from Oregon regarding
their camping programs and implement changes as needed.
e. Short-term. Find cost effectiveness of contracting out
flower work.
f. Long-term. Have Beautification Committee develop a
plan and method for cooperative work between the Extension
Service and the City to place a greenhouse by garden
plots/ballfields.
g. Restructure the Parks & Recreation Commission by
replacing some of its members with members of the Beautification
Committee and sunsetting the Beautification Committee,,
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
FINDINGS:
a. Short-term. Purchase new car radios.
b. Long-term. Purchase of video cameras for police cars.
c. Long-term. Additional personnel.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Discussion followed regarding the replacement of Water Tanker-1.
Also discussed was the forwarding of two City fire trucks to the
Fire Training School for their training, but the trucks would
remain available for City's use as needed.
FINDINGS:
a. Long-term. Develop a two-way system (with Fire
Training School) for use of two fire trucks.
b. Short-term. Purchase of tanker truck.
c. Short-term. Develop a cost analysis for either
upgrade/repair or replacement of the generator system.
AIRPORT
The replacement/cleaning of the carpet was discussed. Also the
car rental agencies leases and leased areas. Williams suggested
when one car rental agency pulls out, another should not be let
in. Monfor stated she has made an effort to look at other car
rental agencies at other airports as to the size of the spaces,
the accommodations as a whole, etc. Monfor stated she has not
found any that have dividers, glass partitions, etc. like those
at the Kenai Airport. They are mostly a counter with a big sign
(company name) on the wall.
Williams suggested the re -negotiation of the car rental leases be
bid on April 1 instead of July 1 due to the timing of when the
agencies buy their new vehicles.
Leo Oberts discussed his opinion the airport needs to be equipped
for jet aircraft landing and regular flights.
FINDINGS
a. Short-term. Have a professional cleaning service look
at the carpet to see if it can be cleaned and look better. Also
their estimate whether the carpet will last another year.
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b. Short-term. Develop a new policy to re -bid car rental
leases by April 1 with effective date of July 1.
c. Short-term. Cost estimate of carpet replacement.
d. Long-term. Incorporate airport report into five-year
plan.
PUBLIC WORKS
Discussion followed regarding a new clarifier system, water
wells, roads needing paving, and water and sewer needs in the
city. Walker suggested a review of the process for quality
assurance of paving jobs.
FINDINGS:
a. Long-term. Feasibility/cost analysis to design a new
clarifier system
b. Short-term. After new well testing okayed, develop
cost estimate for a wellhouse facility and pipeline/hook-up
construction to get water from the well to the existing system.
c . Short-term (ASAP). Bring forth an inventory of roads
needing paved -- center core, inner core, and outer core of city.
d. Short-term (ASAP). Prepare a cost analysis for
upgrading to gravel -standard and paving based on present dollars.
e. Development a complete inventory of water and sewer
system to be built -- center core, inner core and outer core of
City. Prepare cost estimate for work needed in present dollar
value.
f. Long-term. An analysis of the city's street light
program.
g. Long-term. Erosion study.
h. Long-term. Future development of a boat ramp in the
Kenai River.
i. Long-term. Pursuit of a boardwalk project with the
State at 100% State funding.
ADMINISTRATION:
a. Bring together and get started on costs analyses.
b. Get back together to review and set.
c. Williams to correspond with Department of Interior
regarding the acquisition/land trade of old Fish & Wildlife
property to the city. If acquired, could be used for historic
park.
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NEXT WORKSHOP
March 26, 1994 at 9:00 a.m. was suggested for the next workshop.
ADJOURNMENT
The workshop adjourned at approximately 3:40 p.m.
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SHORT-TERM GOALS
(LIST NOT PRIORITIZED)
1. Add Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director to staff.
2. Computer system review and evaluation.
3. Compile list of unfunded mandates (send to AML, State and
Federal legislators).
4 . Continue search for funding for two new vans.
5. Prepare cost analysis of bid -ready plans for library
expansion.
6. Get cost analysis for architectural rendering of library
addition.
7. Establish a tourism/visitor fee tenting -only campground with
management within the park and clean it up.
8. Coordinate between Police and Parks enforcement.
9. Itinerant Campground - Establish a committee to address the
cannery worker issue.
10. Solicit information from Oregon regarding their camping
programs and implement changes as needed.
11. Find cost effectiveness of contracting out flower work
(planting, weeding, watering, etc.)
12. Purchase of tanker truck.
13. Develop a cost analysis for either upgrade/repair or
replacement of the generator system.
14. Have professional cleaning service look at the carpet to
i see f it can be cleaned and look better. Also their
estimate whether the carpet will last another year.
15. Develop a new policy to re -bid car rental leases by April 1
with effective date of July 1.
16. Cost estimate of carpet replacement at airport.
17. After new well testing okayed, develop cost estimate for a
wellhouse facility and pipeline/hook-up construction to get
water from the well to the existing system.
18. (ASAP) Bring forth an inventory of roads needing paved --
center core, inner core, and outer core of city.
1919 (ASAP) Prepare a cost analysis for upgrading to gravel -
standard and paving based on present dollars.
20. Development a complete inventory of water and sewer system
to be built -- center core, inner core and outer core of
City. Prepare cost estimate for work needed in present
dollar value.
21. Prepare cost analysis, timelines and regulations for
preparing a visitor (tourists) fee campground (tent camping
only, Kenai Municipal Park) -- before May 1.
22. Computers/Police Department,
23. Purchase new car radios.
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24. Assist appropriate agencies in relocation of Public Health
Clinic.
23. Parks & Recreation Department cooperate with businesses
concerning beautification.
LONG-TERM/FIVE-YEAR GOALS
(LIST NOT PRIORITIZED)
1. Finance Department computer.
2. Library Commission to continue working on floor plan for
library addition.
3. Develop a wellness program policy for all city employees.
4. Beautification Committee to develop a plan and method for
cooperative work between the Extension Service and the City
to place a greenhouse by garden plots/ballfields.
5. Restructure the Parks & Recreation Commission by replacing
some of its members with members of the Beautification
Committee and sunsetting the Beautification Committee,
6. Purchase of video cameras for police cars.
7. Additional personnel for Police Department.
8. Develop a two-way system (with Fire Training School) for use
of two fire trucks.
9. Incorporate airport report into five-year plan.
10. Feasibility/cost analysis to design a new clarifier system.
11. An analysis of the city's street light program.
12. Erosion study.
13. Future development of a boat ramp in the Kenai River.
14. Pursuit of a boardwalk project with the State at 100% State
funding.
15. Addition to Congregate Housing.
16. City greenhouse
17. Satellite fire stations
18. Replace airport carpet.
19. Investigate future funding sources (dedicated taxes, service
areas, etc.)
20. Additional boat ramp facilities.
21. Continue to pursue boardwalk project with 100% outside
funding.
22. Expand utilization of City Hall.
GOALS & OBJECTIVES WORKSHOP II
APRIL 13, 1994
KENAI SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER
COUNCIL PRESENT: Bookey, Measles, Swarner, Bannock, Smalley,
Williams and Monfor.
STAFF PRESENT: Freas, Brown, Graves, Howard, Kornelis,
McGillivray, DeForest, Ernst, Burnett, Morris, Manninen, and
Springer.
Public Present: E. Clausen, unidentified citizens from Forest
Drive Park area.
REVIEW OF SHORT-TERM GOALS: Council reviewed the notes of the
February 5, 1994 goals and objectives workshop. Council also
reviewed the mission statement and agreed with it.
Personnel Director Hire: Williams reminded Council the position
was agreed upon at the February 5, 1994 goals and objectives
workshop. Williams stated Manninen, in his 3/23/94 memorandum to
Council, requested a one-year moratorium on the hire. Manninen
stated he has a proposed job description, however he did not
bring a copy of it with him. The pay range proposed was
$70fOOO/year. Measles stated he deferred to Manninen's
recommendation.
Williams suggested the hire of a personnel director/assistant
city manager be placed at the second year of the five-year plan.
Computer System: Williams requested discussion of the computer
systems be held until Council has reviewed the cost estimates of
requested computers. Swarner stated she spoke with Kraxberger
and he informed her he had not received the information until
last Monday. Kraxberger now has additional information. For
discussion purposes, Williams used the computer analysis of
Custom Computers .
Williams suggested Council needed to decide how far it wanted to
go with the purchase of computers. The biggest cost is for the
Library and the Finance Department. Swarner suggested Council
needed to decide how much they wanted to spend on computers.
Finance Department/Library:
Williams stated the Finance Department computer is a first
priority. Brown objected and stated a new computer would not be
needed for three to five years. Finance Department computer
should be placed at third year of five-year plan.
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After a short discussion, it was decided to place the purchase of
the Library's computer needs at the third year of the five-year
plan. Williams changed the placement of the Finance Department
computer to the fourth year of the five-year plan.
Legal Department: Attorney Graves stated he disagreed with the
analysis and felt only one 486 was needed in his department.
Graves stated he intended to purchase a 486 for the legal
secretary and he would then use the legal secretary's 286.
Graves added he did not intend to purchase a new printer either.
It would be nice, but not critical. A color printer is not
necessary for the printing of legal briefs. Graves added he
intended to purchase the 486 with monies left in his 93/94
budget.
Council approved the purchase of the 486 from Legal Department's
93/94 budget.
Clerk: Discussed the proposed purchase of a Canonfile for the
retention of city records.
Discussion followed regarding the software used in the various
departments. Measles suggested there should be a standardized
application of software. Howard stated the majority of
departments use Wordperfect as their word processing program.
The Finance Department uses Microsoft Word.
Freas stated she has plenty of space, etc. on the 386 now in her
department. Freas did not request an upgrade to a 486. That was
only a suggestion in the analysis.
The purchase of a record retention computer (Canonfile) should be
placed on the five-year plan. The issue of upgrading the Clerk's
Computer to a 486 would be addressed next year. The
implementation of a record retention computer system will begin
next year.
Measles suggested if upgrades were not needed right now, they
should be set aside to delay. Williams stated his concern with
some of the departments using 286 units. The Police Department,
Senior Center, Fire Department and Building Maintenance need
upgrades now. Also a plotter for the CAD system. Brown stated
he has already drafted a resolution for the Senior Center to
purchase their upgrade in the current budget.
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Fire Department: Stated the computer in his department is
outdated. They are now trying to upgrade the computer to use
fire department programs but have been unable to upgrade. Their
system can work for another year. Discussion followed regarding
repairs and costs already incurred.
Council recommended up to $5,000 for the Fire Department for the
upgrading of the computer and needed work.
Airport: Okay as is.
Airport/City Manager Administrative Assistant: Okay as is.
Police Department: Morris stated upgrades are critical for the
communications center. There are two systems in dispatch that
are hooked into other systems. Those two computers are needing
upgrades this year. It is critical to upgrade them to take
advantage of the E-911 system. 486's are required. The Borough
is working on a grant to purchase software and 21" screens for
the mapping system.
Williams stated over three years, they would like to replace all
the computers for $12,600. The 386 used for investigations will
be okay for the next five years. Williams recommended two
upgrades for this budget and two for the next budget. Swarner
and Smalley agreed.
Morris stated their printers are all fine and should be for
another several years. Morris stated they requested four
computers at $8,000. This would upgrade the four computers in
dispatch.
Two computers were okayed for this year and two in next year's
budget.
Public Works Department: Kornelis stated the Building Inspector
has a 286. The programs he now has and those he anticipates
purchasing require a 486 on which to work. A 486 and printer is
in the budget for 94/95. They would like to put more than
building inspection and maintenance information on the computer.
They have the CAD system to do design work for the Spur Highway
crossing. They don't have a plotter. Most engineering firms
have the CAD systems. They need a printer to use the plotter.
$3,000 would be sufficient (which is what is in the budget).
$4,400 needed for the printer (which will do a full-size
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Networking of a printer for La Shot, Kornelis, and Springer was
suggested.
Measles stated he believed a three-year program should be planned
for upgrades/purchase of computers for the city. Once that is
done and budgets are planned, they will know how much money is
needed for each department. The money needed will be budgeted.
The departments then had better use the plan for what they want.
Williams discussed standardization. Bookey stated he agreed with
Measles. Measles added in three years' time there may be another
group of councilmembers who may not want to follow the plan.
Bookey stated he thought a plan should be set up. A department -
by -department plan, or make a decision to come to a final goal.
Williams stated the needs have been identified. The next
question is whether to follow in line. They are almost through
discussing what to do this year. After getting through this
phase, they can look at next year.
Monfor stated a three-year plan needed to be set. Put so much
money in each budget, direct department heads to purchase with
what is budgeted. They need to set a policy. Measles agreed it
is an administrative problem. Williams, referring to the
analysis, stated it could not be implemented this year. Monfor
stated it is only one computer person's thoughts. They can't
just use it.
Measles stated Council needs to decide how much money should be
placed in the budget for computer needs. It is up to the
administration to decide what should be purchased. Manninen
reviewed Kraxberger's letter. Williams stated it comes back to
go the way they are now going with each department doing their
own thing or a new methodology in the city. Williams stated he
thought it's been answered as each department has stated what
they feel they need.
Measles suggested networking and standardization could be done.
Not networking the whole city, but within departments.
Williams suggested they ask Administration to continue examining
that possibility, i.e. what departments would be best served
within themselves. Williams stated he thought it would take very
little to do that. Swarner agreed the Council should make the
policy and administration make the decisions by department.
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Explore networking opportunities. Standardize as much as
possible and do some kind of overall study, but upgrade the
departments on a fixed amount of money yet to be determined for
the 95, 96 and 97 budgets.
UNFUNDED MANDATES: List was formulated and forwarded.
PERSONNEL DIRECTOR: Refer to discussion at start of workshop.
Will discuss perhaps a year from now.
FOREST DRIVE PARR: Williams stated he understood there was some
concern of citizens in regard to the Forest Drive Municipal Park.
Williams stated the park was not planned discussion for this
workshop. However, Williams asked Council if they had any
comments.
Monfor stated she recalled discussing at the first workshop that
something would be available by May 1. Monfor added the park
would not be opened again unless it is cleaned up, a fee schedule
determined, picnic tables placed, etc. This was not an issue for
the neighborhood to worry about, but tent camping would be
discussed for another area.
Bookey stated at the same meeting they stated they would have
tent camping this year, not necessarily at Forest Drive Park.
Council did say they would have tent camping and advertising to
that effect has been sent out.
Swarner stated she drove through the Forest Drive Park and was
surprised what good shape it was in. McGillivray stated his
department had been out picking up trash, etc. McGillivray added
the Parks and Recreation Commission discussed the Park. The park
was No. 21 on the short-term goals and objectives from the first
workshop. Directives from that workshop stated he was to prepare
timelines, costs, etc. for May 1. Information was put together
regarding projected costs for revitalizing, etc. The Parks &
Recreation Commission has said again they don't want the park to
go back to tent camping.
VISITORS CENTER: Williams stated his concern regarding the goals
and objectives forwarded to Council from the Visitors Center.
Monfor stated they will be having a strategic planning session
next week and they will have a Board -formulated list at that
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SENIOR CENTER: Reference was made to the letter included in the
packet of materials distributed to council. The letter was from
Joanna Hollier, Chairman of the Council on Aging. The letter was
to Representative Navarre in regard to their request for funding
to purchase new vans. Monfor stated she spoke with Salo and
Navarre's office and was told there were no discretionary monies
as of that day. However, that may change.
Williams suggested the vans be placed on the long -terns goals.
LIBRARY: Discussion followed regarding the proposed addition to
the Library. Monfor stated the Library Commission discussed the
suggestion of having schematic drawings completed. They thought
they could live with that at this time. Until money is received,
their needs may change. If money is available, they could have a
schematic drawing and cost estimate ready.
Williams stated because there are no discretionary funds
available, the proposed ice rink was shelved. It is not certain
there will be funding to build an animal shelter. Plans for the
Library addition could lay on the shelf for five years.
Discussion followed.
Council recommended Administration go as far as the schematic
phase and stop there. Kornelis stated it may take two to three
months to have schematics completed. Williams stated they won't
be needed this year. Prepare a schematic design for next year as
there won't be any money for the next few years.
Swarner stated her concern about the ADA requirements. Swarner
added the schematic drawings could extend the city from
deadlines. Williams stated that has nothing to do with the
present problems. Bookey objected and stated having the
schematics would show they are planning for the changes.
DeForest stated the bathrooms are inadequate. Three years ago
the cost was estimated at $50,000 to upgrade. Kornelis stated
his department has applied for a grant to fund the renovations.
Williams asked if Council wanted to take $17,000 of the City's
money and develop schematic drawings at this time. Bannock asked
if spending the $17,000 would delay anything (ADA requirements).
Williams stated if enough money was made available for a capital
project, they would be read to lobby for it if the plans were
ready. Measles stated if they were needed, they could be made
ready quickly.
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Jerry Hanson, Chairman of the Library Commission, spoke in
support of the need to expand the Library when the time becomes
appropriate. However, the handicap access issue has come up a
number of times. DeForest stated it isn't a case of remodeling
the restrooms, it is a case of an addition to which to put
restrooms.
Discussion followed regarding library fees and animal control
fees. Monfor stated Council needs to be fair to taxpayers when
other people from outside the city use the facilities.
Williams suggested they go forward with the schematic drawings,
developing them with monies from the capital budget reserve so
that the community has something to look forward to. If it does
get built, it could be from the citizens instead of the state.
Smalley reported La Shot talked to the Planning & Zoning
Commission and indicated he was working on the restroom problem.
There are other things which can be done to take care of the
problem. Having the plans ready will "keep the wolf away from
the door."
Monfor suggested waiting until next year to have the schematic
plans developed. Measles stated if they decide to take money out
of the Capital Reserve, it can be done anytime.
Williams asked if Council wanted to direct Administration to
continue to pursue grant applications for ADA remodeling of the
Library restrooms. Set aside schematic drawing development. If
Council decides later they want to have the drawings developed,
they will do it then. Consensus was yes.
FIRE DEPARTMENT: Generator: Already dealt with (referred to KK
memo),,
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
Tent Camping: Williams stated two concerns: (1) fee camping for
tourism, and (2) itinerant camping for cannery workers.
Monfor stated the cannery worker problem was the canneries'
problem. Council has addressed the problem in the Code. The
problem is the legitimate camper. There is no camping area for
them to use at this time. Williams suggested a cannery camping
area be placed in the five-year plan. Williams asked if should
be left in the five-year plan. Answer was yes.
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Bannock stated he thought the itinerant workers (cannery workers)
were the processors' problem. If the processors don't do
anything about the problem, it isn't the City's responsibility.
However, who will people complain to? The city. Bannock stated
there are two issues. Bannock reported a comment made at
Planning & Zoning which was if the city develops a tent camping
area and makes the fee higher, the cannery workers won't stay
there anyway.
McGillivray referred to information included from Bob Frates.
Frates contacted Fish & Wildlife and asked for fee information
and camper host information. McGillivray stated the City has
only 18 or 19 camper sites (at Forest Drive Park). That amount
of spaces would not bring in much money to pay hosts, etc. State
Parks operate the same way. They pay camp hosts $600-$700/month
with two days off a week.
Bookey stated he likes Bannock's idea. Cost of doing business
with the cannery workers will escalate for the city. He doesn't
see where a private person will take on the development of that
type of area. For 18 camping spaces, a Parks employee could take
the fees and twice a day check the facility.
Williams stated if Council wanted to have tent camping available,
it should be somewhere else. Keep Forest Drive Park closed.
Bookey stated Council did this to the Visitor Center last year.
Council told them at that time the issue would be addressed this
year. They have advertised camping available. Now they will
have to tell visitors there is no camping available in Kenai.
Monfor suggested a tent camping area be developed on Marathon
Road. Development of the area could begin this year. It could
be the direction of Council to Administration and funding could
be allocated. Monfor stated she wants to see a camping area
finished. Also finish Forest Drive Park for the enjoyment of
citizens and families.
Williams asked if Council wanted Administration to investigate
the possibility of a tent camping area, but not tie it down to a
specific spot. Bannock stated Parks & Recreation Commission had
designated a spot by the little pond on Marathon Road.
McGillivray stated the Rotary Club members have discussed a plan
with the Commission for developing a fishing area for children at
the same pond. The Club would develop it, maintain it, etc. The
Commission has recommended Council approve the theory of the
plan.
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Williams suggested the plan be started by reminding the
University the pond was included in their leased property for the
proposed cold water recovery unit. Since that project will not
become a reality, ask if they would allow some development for
the community on that property. The City may be able to take
back that portion of the property leased to the University.
McGillivray stated Parks & Recreation have recommended to the
Rotary Club the proposal will have to go to Council for final
approval.
Williams suggested Administration pursue the development of a
tourist tent camping area for fee on Marathon Road and that some
spaces be available for camping by June 1. Monfor suggested some
picnic tables, fire pits, etc. could be placed by June 1.
Consensus of Council was yes.
Water System: A long discussion followed regarding the costs
involved, well development reports, etc. Manninen stated costs
can be from $60,000-$100,000 to expand the existing well but
would limit the fire fighting services. $2,000,000 would for a
new water well would expand the benefits and might be a better
investment for the next 20 years.
Bannock stated the most important need for the city is to get
better water and if the upgrade needs to be done over the next
five years, that's the way it will need to be done.
Monfor asked how many of the city's population are water
customers. Brown stated 1500 water/sewer bills are mailed out
monthly. However, there are some that only pay for sewer and not
water. Williams suggested 80% of the city population, after the
Thompson Park system is added.
Williams stated General Fund money cannot be used because not all
citizens use the service. Williams suggested asking the voters
for a bond for water development funds. Williams stated he
believed the reason for the bond could be defined as water is
used by everyone in the city, whether they are personally hooked
up or use it at work, the grocery store use, the swimming pool,
etc. Williams added he did not know if the need for water
development could be interpreted as a need for a general revenue
bond.
Brown stated they would be general obligation bonds and debt
service could be paid from the water and sewer fund. There is
GOALS & OBJECTIVES WORKSHOP II
APRIL 13, 1994
PAGE 10
nothing illegal or unethical to help support the water/sewer
system. It is not unusual, but it is best to make it self-
supporting. As much as possible should be paid off by the
water/sewer fund -- one-half paid by water/sewer fund and rest
paid by General Fund.
Manninen stated usually an enterprise fund stands alone. There
have been law suits filed by taxpayers because they see it as
using the general taxpayers money to support a self-supporting
revenue fund. Manninen recommended the funding be done with a
low interest or interfund transfer. The money would be paid back
to the water/sewer fund when it could be afforded.
Manninen suggested a short-term project could be taking care of
the turbidity problem in Well No. 2 for $70,000, Discussion
followed about drilling a test well at Wellhouse No. 2, fire
ratings, using Wellhouse No. 1.
Williams suggested directing Administration to review the Nelson
study, determine what is the best for the city and recommend what
to do. Come back to Council with recommendations by December of
1994. Consensus of council was yes.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Tanker No. 1 - Chief Burnett explained the need for a new tanker.
Burnett reported they investigated converting the old tanker, but
found out after the pump would not be able to be certified. The
present tanker is unsafe. A decision is needed whether to
convert the present tanker or do something else to support the
required fire flow, etc. Burnett explained the safety hazards of
the present tanker.
Brown determined there was presently $693,000 in the Heavy
Equipment Fund. On June 30, 1994, it will be increased to
$993,000 for the next fiscal year.
Williams suggested Administration be directed to come back with
the cost of a new tanker truck and determine whether to purchase
it in this fiscal year. Burnett stated a new truck would cost
$250,000, Burnett discussed the advantages of a new truck
compared to a used truck (additional people can be carried on the
truck, larger capacity, increased reload time, etc.).
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APRIL 13, 1994
PAGE 11
Monfor stated she believed the purchase of a new truck needed to
be now. Council recommendation was to get price information and
start the process.
Williams referred to the street and paving information included
in the Public Works report. Complimented Public Works for the
work.
AIRPORT:
Carpet Cleaning: Ernst reported cleaning the carpet would cost
$2,200. Replacement of the carpet, with ten-year guarantee
carpet, would be $40,553. Ernst added they will try to patch the
carpet as well.
Council directed administration to implement the cleaning and
repair program for the carpet. Funding should be taken from
contingency this year.
BREAK TAKEN: 10 MINUTES
Carpet Replacement: Ernst showed Council carpet samples from
which he plans to choose to replace the carpet. Williams
suggested Administration be directed to put the replacement costs
in next year's budget and replace it about this time next year.
Council consensus was to direct Administration to clean the
carpet this year and replace it next year.
Bannock referred to the paving list and asked if there was a
chance of paving in Dolchok. Williams stated Council will need
to come back and prioritize the lists. Freas should go back
through the lists and remove those items already attended to and
put a space before the item in order for the Council to
prioritize by number.
Monfor reported she had been a judge at the "Caring for the
Kenai" competition. There was an in-depth study in regard to
erosion. She asked if she could borrow the entry for Council's
review. Monfor suggested a long-term erosion study may have to
be made short term. The erosion on the bluff needs to be gotten
under control before it is too late.
Council directive was to remove erosion from the long-term list
and place it on the short-term list.
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APRIL 13, 1994
PAGE 12
REVIEW OF LONG-TERM GOALS:
Police Car videos: Morris reported he received a grant
application about one month ago for videos and radios. The funds
are available from pass -through grants of Highway Administration.
The City has a very good chance of receiving the funds.
Council recommendation was for the Police Department to continue
pursuing the grant and move the item to short-term goals.
Williams suggested to Morris they bring long-term goals in order
and attempt to implement as best they can.
AMBULANCE FEE PROPOSAL: Burnett referred to the ambulance fee
proposal included with their handouts. Burnett explained he
thought it time to approach the possibility of billing for EMS
services. Burnett reviewed the proposal with Council. Burnett
explained there are five levels of billing. Level 1, the
cheapest and Level 5 the most expensive, but comparable with
other billing costs in the state.
Discussion followed regarding higher rates for non-residents.
Graves stated charges are different for resident/non-resident
fishing licenses. He believed they could be for this purpose.
Bannock asked if a portion of money received from billing could
be set aside for replacement of equipment, etc. Brown stated he
saw no reason why a portion collected could not be dedicated.
Brown added he believed he could bill for the collection of fees
to individuals. However, he would have to investigate the time
involved, etc. if he would bill insurance companies, Medicaid and
Medicare.
Council directed Administration to prepare a plan to implement
the program and bring it back to Council.
BUDGET:
Williams suggested to prepare for the budget work session
scheduled for April 14, 1994, Council should note questions they
have in regard to different budgets. They will review Brown's
budget memorandum first and then go through the budget document.
Williams requested Administration think about the number of pick-
up trucks proposed to be purchased. Investigate the transferring
of vehicles to other departments.
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APRIL 13, 1994
PAGE 13
Salary Increase: Williams stated he believed Council should
start being honest about what constitutes a pay increase. It is
taxpayers money. They should start viewing benefits and benefit
packages as part of the pay raise. They need to say 4%, 4k% or
5%, including PERS, etc. By and large all city employees are
very well paid. He doesn't make as much money as city employees
do. He doesn't think anybody is suffering from a lack of pay.
Requested Council to think about how much pay raise they are
really talking about when combining benefits, etc.
Monfor asked if part-time employees were included in the pay
raise. Brown stated part-time employees get a raise with a COLA,
but do not receive step increases. Monfor asked what is their
incentive. Monfor stated there are no incentives many times. An
incentive doesn't necessarily mean a pay increase. An incentive
could be merit career development, etc. Brown stated a lot of
employees go to classes, schools, etc. Monfor stated she wants
the employees to stay interested in their work.
Swarner asked Brown what the city pays for ESC. Answer k%.
Brown added the benefit package is 20% of cost for each employee.
That includes annual leave, health insurance, PERS, etc. Monfor
stated that was cheap.
Kornelis stated in Public Works there are a large number of
employees that have maxed out on the step increases. Monfor
suggested that if there are that many employees who have ten to
twelve years, it means there is a low turnover of employees.
Monfor suggested longevity should be rewarded. Manninen stated
60% of the full-time employees do not receive step increases.
Williams stated he was not against employees getting a raise this
year. He is aware they did not receive a raise last year.
ADJOURNMENT:
The workshop adjourned at approximately 9:45 p.m.
Notes transcribed and submitted by:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
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APRIL 13, 1994
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GOALS & OBJECTIVES WORKSHOP II
APRIL 13, 1994
"TO DO" LIST
ADMIN - Explore networking opportunities. Standardize as
much as possible and do some kind of overall
study, but upgrade the departments on a fixed
amount of money yet to be determined for the 95,
96 and 97 budgets.
Continue to pursue grant applications for ADA
remodeling of the Library restrooms. Set aside
schematic drawing development.
Pursue the development of a tourist tent camping
area for fee on Marathon Road and have some spaces
be available for camping by June 1, as well as
some picnic tables, fire pits, etc.
Review the Nelson study (water system), determine
what is best for the city and recommend what to
do. Come back to Council with recommendations by
December of 1994.
AIRPORT: Implement the cleaning and repair program for the
airport terminal carpet. Funding should be taken
from contingency this year.
Replace airport terminal carpet next year.
FIRE: Get price information and start the process for
purchase of tanker.
CLERK: Review the long-term/short-term goals and
objectives lists and remove those items already
attended to and put a space before the items
remaining in order for the Council to prioritize
by number.
POLICE: Continue pursuing the grant and move the item to
short-term goals.
SHORT-TERM GOALS
(LIST NOT PRIORITIZED)
1. Add Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director to staff. ADDED TO
LONG-TERM/SECOND YEAR.
2. Computer system review and evaluation. SET THREE-YEAR PLAN FOR 95-96-7
BUDGETS - COUNCIL SET FIXED AMOUNT OF MONEY FOR DEPARTMENT COMPUTER
NEEDS.
3. Compile list of unfunded mandates (send to AML, State and Federal
legislators). COMPLETED.
4. Continue search for funding for two new vans. ADDED TO LONG-TERM/NOT
PLACED BY YEAR.
5. Prepare cost analysis of bid -ready plans for library expansion.
SCHEMATIC DRAWINGS TO LONG-TERM/FIRST YEAR.
6. Get cost analysis for architectural rendering of library addition.
NOT PLACED.
7. Establish a tourism/visitor fee tenting -only campground with
management within the park and clean it up.
8. Coordinate between Police and Parks enforcement.
9. Itinerant Campground - Establish a committee to address the cannery
worker issue. NOT PLACED.
10. Solicit information from Oregon regarding their camping programs and
implement changes as needed. INFORMATION RECEIVED.
11. Find cost effectiveness of contracting out flower work (planting,
weeding, watering, etc.) COMPLETED.
12. Purchase of tanker truck. COMPLETED.
3. Develop a cost analysis for either upgrade/repair or replacement of
the generator system. COMPLETED.
14. Have a professional cleaning service look at the carpet to see if it
can be cleaned and look better. Also their estimate whether the
carpet will last another year. CARPET CLEANED.
15. Develop a new policy to re -bid car rental leases by April 1 with
effective date of July 1. THESE ARE FIVE-YEAR LEASES. THE TIMING WAS
NOT WORKABLE TO DEVELOP A NEW POLICY THIS YEAR (LEASES EXPIRED JUNE
30, 1994/CALENDARED FOR LEASING IN 1999.
16. Cost estimate of carpet replacement at airport. ADDED TO LONG-
TERM/FIRST YEAR.
17. After new well testing okayed, develop cost estimate for a wellhouse
facility and pipeline/hook-up construction to get water from the well
to the existing system.
18. (ASAP) Bring forth an inventory of roads needing paved -- center core,
inner core, and outer core of city. COMPLETED.
19. (ASAP) Prepare a cost analysis for upgrading to gravel -standard and
paving based on present dollars. COMPLETED.
20. Development a complete inventory of water and sewer system to be built
-- center core, inner core and outer core of City. Prepare cost
estimate for work needed in present dollar value.
ATTACHMENT "C"
Page 1 of 2
21. Prepare cost analysis, timelines and regulations for preparing a
visitor (tourists) fee campground (tent camping only, Kenai Municipal
Park) -- before May 1. COMPLETED.
22. Computers/Police Department. COMPLETED.
23. Purchase new car radios.
24. Assist appropriate agencies in relocation of Public Health Clinic.
23. Parks & Recreation Department cooperate with businesses concerning
beautification.
ATTACHMENT "C"
Page 2 of 2
LONG-TERMjFIVE-YEAR GOALS
(LIST NOT PRIORITIZED)
JL. Finance Department computer. LONG-TERM/FIFTH YEAR.
2. Library Commission to continue working on floor plan for library
addition. LONG-TERM/FIRST YEAR.
3. Develop a wellness program policy for all city employees. TO SHORT
TERM.
4, Beautification Committee to develop a plan and method for cooperative
work between the Extension Service and the City to place a greenhouse
by garden plots/ballfields.
5. Restructure the Parks & Recreation Commission by replacing some of its
members with members of the Beautification Committee and sunsetting
the Beautification Committee,
6. Purchase of video cameras for police cars. WAITING FOR FEDERAL GRANT
MONEY TO BE AWARDED/PROBABLY WILL RECEIVE EQUIPMENT AFTER JANUARY,
1995.
7. Additional personnel for Police Department.
8. Develop a two-way system (with Fire Training School) for use of two
fire trucks.
9. Incorporate airport report into five-year plan.
10. Feasibility/cost analysis to design a new clarifier system.
11. An analysis of the city's street light program.
12. Erosion study.
13. Future development of a boat ramp in the Kenai River.
14. Pursuit of a boardwalk project with the State at 100% State funding.
115. Addition to Congregate Housing.
5. City greenhouse
17. Satellite fire stations
18. Replace airport carpet.
19. Investigate future funding sources (dedicated taxes, service areas,
etc.)
20. Additional boat ramp facilities.
21. Continue to pursue boardwalk project with 100% outside funding.
22. Expand utilization of City Hall.
ATTACHMENT "D"
Page 1 of 1
SHORT-TERM GOALS
Get cost analysis for architectural rendering of library
addition.
Establish a tourism/visitor fee tenting -only campground with
management within the park and clean it up.
Coordinate between Police and Parks enforcement.
Itinerant Campground - Establish a committee to address the
cannery worker issue.
After new well testing okayed, develop cost estimate for a
wellhouse facility and pipeline/hook-up construction to get water
from the well to the existing system.
Development a complete inventory of water and sewer system to be
built -- center core, inner core and outer core of City. Prepare
cost estimate for work needed in present dollar value.
Purchase new car radios.
Assist appropriate agencies in relocation of Public Health
Clinic.
Parks & Recreation Department cooperate with businesses
concerning beautification.
Develop a wellness program policy for all city employees.
Erosion study.
Rotary Club development of fish pond along Marathon Road.
Contact university -- ask if they would allow this development
for community use on that property and perhaps the city take back
that portion of the property leased to the university.
Well development - Administration was is to review Nelson study
and determine what is best for the city. Administration is to
bring recommendations to council by December, 1994.
Ambulance fee proposal - prepare plan to present to council.
ATTACHMENT "E"
Page 1 of 1
LONG-TERMLFIVE-YEAR GOALS
1RST YEAR:
Library Commission to continue working on floor plan for library
addition.
Cost estimate for carpet replacement at airport terminal.
Record retention computer/Clerk's department.
Library addition schematic.
SECOND YEAR:
Personnel Director/Assistant City Manger
THIRD YEAR:
Library computer.
FOURTH YEAR:
Finance Department computer.
FIFTH YEAR:
ATTACHMENT "F"
Page 1 of 2
ITEMS NEEDING TO BE PLACED:
Priority
Year No,,
Beautification Committee to develop a plan and method
for cooperative work between the Extension Service and
the City to place a greenhouse by garden
plots/ballfields.
Restructure the Parks & Recreation Commission by
replacing some of its members with members of the
Beautification Committee and sunsetting the
Beautification Committee.
Additional personnel for Police Department.
Develop a two-way system (with Fire Training School)
for use of two fire trucks.
Incorporate airport report into five-year plan.
Feasibility/cost analysis to design a new clarifier
system.
An analysis of the city's street light program.
Future development of a boat ramp in the Kenai River.
Pursuit of a boardwalk project with the State at 1002o,
State funding.
Addition to Congregate Housing.
City greenhouse
Satellite fire stations
Investigate future funding sources (dedicated taxes,
service areas, etc.)
Additional boat ramp facilities.
Expand utilization of City Hall.
Develop a new policy to re -bid car rental leases by
April 1 with effective date of July 1. THESE ARE FIVE-
YEAR LEASES. THE TIMING WAS NOT WORKABLE TO DEVELOP A
NEW POLICY THIS YEAR (LEASES EXPIRED JUNE 30,
1994/CALENDARED FOR LEASING IN 19990
1995, 96 and 97 budgets -- computer upgrades - Council
to set fixed amount of money for department computer
needs.
ATTACHMENT "F"
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125 N. Willow Street, Suite 100 C . R. Baldwin
Kenai, Alaska 99611 Lawyer
Phone (907)283-7167
Fax (907)283-8435
September 8, 1994
The Honorable John J. Williams
Mayor, City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Ave., Suite 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794
Re: Resolution of the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska
Resolution No. 94-55
Dear Mayor Williams:
Thank you for your sponsorship and support of Resolution No. 94-55 which was
unanimously supported by the City Council at their regular meeting on September 7, 1994.
An important issue that was raised during the debate on the resolution concerned the issue
of the City rezoning a portion of property which lies between Mr. Cone's property and the Kenai
River from Rural Residential to Conservation zoning. You might recall Councilman Measles raised
this issue, and although he expressed his support for the concept, he mentioned the point that the
City Planning and Zoning Commission would have jurisdiction over such a rezoning. The Planning
and Zoning Commission process would allow an opportunity for public comment and for the City
to glean more information on the implication of such a rezone. I believe it would be beneficial to
explain the limitations on the jurisdiction of the City Kenai Council with respect to rezoning in any
cover letter sent out with final copies of Resolution No. 94-55. If interested agencies are aware that
a Planning and Zoning Commission meeting might provide a forum to discuss this issue in greater
detail, I believe you would see participation by several agencies at those meetings.
Although it was not discussed at the Council meeting, I would also like to provide a list of
people who you might consider sending a copy of Resolution No. 94-55. Although I have not had
an opportunity to discuss the resolution with Fish & Game, I would like to re -iterate their interest
in a possible meeting next week to discuss the park concept in general. I have been advised by Mr.
Lance Trasky, Director of Habitat for the Department of Fish & Game, Southcentral Region, that
he would be available any day next week except for Wednesday. I do believe a meeting next week
could be quite helpful in assisting the City in the development of their park proposal. Please give
me a call to discuss a possible time for such a meeting, and I will do what I can to work with Parks
and Fish & Game to see that such a meeting is convened.
The Honorable John J. Williams
September 8, 1994
Page 2
Once again I would like to thank you, John, for your help in getting this project off the
ground, and I look forward to working with you so that the City of Kenai might take the lead in
protecting habitat on the Kenai River.
S;m-ely,
Js N.Butler, III
JNB:gd
enclosure
cc: Mr. Cone
DISTRIBUTION LIST
1. Lance Trasky
Regional Director
Habitat and Restoration Division
Alaska Department of Fish & Game
333 Raspberry Road
Anchorage, Alaska 99518-1599
2. Ms. Chris Titus, Superintendent
Kenai River Parks
Department of Natural Resources
c/o Alaska State Parks
P.O. Box 1247
Soldotna, Alaska 99669
3. Jim Ayers, Executive Director
Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council
645 G Street
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
4. Senator Judy Salo
Representative Mike Navarre
34824 K-Beach Road, Suite A
Soldotna, AK 99669
5. Kevin Walker, Chairperson
Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794
6. Carol Fries
Natural Resource Manager
Office of the Commissioner
Alaska Department of Natural Resources
P. O. Box 107005
Anchorage, Alaska 99510-7005
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KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
ORDINANCE 94-
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE KENAI RIVER OVERLAY DISTRICT,
ESTABLISHING CONDITIONAL USE PER,%IIT REQUIHEME I'S AND SETTING
FORTH CONDITIONAL USE PE1011T APPROVAL CRITERIA
WHEREAS, the Kenai River Systern is 1•ecoilmzed as a cxitical MItUral resource upon which, to
a very large degree, the ec011017lic Well I eln` cf the Kenai PcninAila Borough is
depended, and which provides recreational and subsistence opportunities which
enhance the gt,,ality of life to the cit1zens of the Kenai Peninsula Borough; and
NN11 EREAS, nurierous and adegmite sTLIdies have been completed detailing and inventorying the
complexity and scope of the Kenai River ccosystem; and
WHEREAS, the aforemenfloned ~Ladies are LIflarli11710LIs in wiicluding that the health and well
being of the river is In grave jeopardy and appropriate tools are presently not
available to control the ongoing habitat degradation, and
WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borou(ViI is responsible for laid use planning within its
boundaries;
NOW, TFIEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED Bl' THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI
PENTNSULtd BOROUGH:
SECTION I. i hat Chapter 21.U5 of the Kelj��i Pcni��sLila Borough Code is enacted to read:
2I.05.010. Kenni Rives- Overlay District,
A. The Kenai River Overlav District estabilit hes sl)eclal regUirements for the development
and use of land adjacent to the Kenai River that are designed to mitirrate the impacts of > unian
activity on the river while also proNiding 01)JI 11LItlitie- for development and uses which will not cause
significant adverse alteration of fish habitat. ShOL11 t a conflict between provisions of'this section and
any other section of illis code OCCUr, then the more restrictive prevision shall control.
B. The Kenai River Overlay District (KRD) shall apply to all lands that are located
between the Kenai River and a line 000 fert ti:rtlier than the line that defines the 100 year flood plain
as shown on the Flood lnsffance R(tte Maps (F. i.11.11& ).
C. The KRD is an overlay zone. Where the KRD overiay applies, the underlying zonin'
Kenai BorOL;01.Ordinance 94-.xx
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district provisions, if any, are neither abatndoned nor repealed, but are augmented by the KRD
requirements.
21.05.,020, Conditional use hermit i9eg sired.
A. Development of hand witllln the KRD regUires al:proval and issuance of a conditional
case permit by the Kenai Peninsula BorOLH h Planning Department.
13. For the purposes of this Beet:oil, "development" is defined to mean:
i. constnuction ofdwel'.liia L:11its, boardivvalks, doers, decks orany *other structure,
2. removal ofvegettition within the area between tl:c river and a line 100 feet beyond
the line which defines the 100 year flood plain,
3. surface or subsui face emrac:tion of natural resources;
4. storage of hazardous or toxic materials or fiicl;
5. installation of water wells or on -site waste water disposal systems; or
6. filling or excavation of land.
21.0; .030, Conditional use p rinit 111-vreclLires.
A. An application, pro%,ided by the M0roc:911 planning depailinert, must be Completed and
submitted for plami ina department approval. Ei:ch al l?liciition inust be accompanied by a completed
site plan.
B. The site plan stIbizlitted with the application inLIst delineate the following:
1. a plat claarly showing the boLindaries of the parcel and the location of all existing
and proposed structures, natural resource extraction sires, toxic or h��ardous material storage areas
(and their content identification), septic systeilis and v caste water treatment and/or treatment sites,
wells, fuel tanks, exca vad ons and/or fill areas, sewer sy st erns;
2. Vie site plan shall be drawn at a se,. -ale of 50 feet to the inch if the property is less
than tltl•ee acres in size and 100 feet per inch if the oar o er ty if three acres or more in size,
3. date, drafter's name and addres.;. Borth point and scale indicator-,
4_ location of the 100 year flood zone;
5. the locations and dimensions of all exi�sting a;id proposed drives, parking areas,
snow storage areas, gtrects, alleys, sidewaiks, Walls, slopes of 22% or nitre, fenc-cs and landscaping;
6. the size and location of all existing and proposed public and private utilities;
7. the ►ncthod, if any, of drainFve for storin water runoff;
S. a description of all materials or substances to be used on the property which may
be harmful to fish, wildlife or habitat,-
4. a description and drawing of :trey existing or proposed erasion control, or slope
stabilization measures; and
10, a INsting of all state and federal pei-mits which rare r-equired in connection with
the proposed development.
21,05,040, Notice.
A. in addition to any other nionc.e required by this cede, or deemed specifically
appropriate by the planning d epartnient, the planning de Ntrt amen it small send notice of an application
for a conditional use permit can any parcel within, the KRD W Lhe f0lloWinD agencies to provide an
opportunity for review coirmenis prior to the date scheduled for permit determination:
1. Kemli-Kasilof Soil anti Water Conservaiion Oi tricf'
Kcnm Per.;r,sulp. BorMlgli. Alln-ska Ord iLMnee 94 -\'x
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2. City of Kenai Planning Department;
3. City of Soldutna Planning Department;
4, Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Outdoor
Recreation,
5. Alaska Department of Fish and Game;
G. Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation; and
7. United States Fish and, Wildlife Service.
B. The above listed agencies' -shall be enc:oUraged to offer special technical assistance and
recommendations to mitigate harri.ful e5ec;ts of the proposed use relating to erasion, ground or
31.1rface eater contamination or sianif 4ant adverse alteration of fish and wildlife habitat.
21,0 -0.50, Tssuance of jxrnflt,
A. The planning departirent with assenibly approval, shall prepare and publish regulations
controlling El a time -line and procedUre.s for per,nii issuance.
B. Before a conditional ijse Der:nir s1ha'11 be approved for property within the KR.D, the
planning department must complete a written statement of evidence and findings tita't the use will not
cattle signiftant erosion, ground or surface water c ontarnination or significant adverse alteration of
fish and wildlife habitat. A permit Tray not issue without these writ►en, satisfactory findings.
C. Issurnce of a conditional use perinit may be conditioned by development requirements
of the borcagh planning dcpartment that are necessary to carry oLlt the ptirposes of this chapter.
D. Any party agcriieved by ti ie issuing or nonMussuance of the ccnditlonal use permit, or
its included or non-inct«ded conditions, niay -appeal to the plannir�� commission.
SEC;'Y'ION 2. That this ordinance becomes efl'WiVe Upon enac;tcnent.
ENACTED BY THE ASSEMBIA" Utz THE K E'NAt P E NI LSLJLA BOROUGH ONTHIS
DAY OF, , 1994,
Betty J. Glick, Assein ly President
ATTEST:
Gaye J. Vaughan, BorOW-711 Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
TO: File
IM: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
City of Kenai
DATE: September 13, 1994
RE: PUBLIC HEALTH NURSES/CITY HALL SPACE
Today I received a telephone call from Tom Lane, Facilities Manager for the
Department of Health and Social Services in Juneau (465-3037) . Mr. Lane
asked to talk to me about the possibility of new Public Health clinic being
built for the Public Health Nurses and moving them from City Hall.
Lane stated he spoke with Jeanne Berger (Public Health nurse) about their
need for space, etc. Berger reported to him Council had passed a
resolution supporting the Health Service and their need for space. I told
Lane that I believed that particular resolution was passed at the time when
there was a request for space to be made available at the old court house
for the nurses. However, the resolution was packed full of information in
regard to the amount of patients they see, the diverse types of care they
give, etc.
Lane asked if council had tentatively agreed to supply land for placement
of a clinic or how formal was their agreement to make land available. I
d him brief discussions have been held during council meetings and work
sessions (with Director Mala) in regard to land being made available for
use by the Health Service for the clinic. However, no specific land has
been designated or set aside at this time.
I suggested to Lane that if land needs to be made available, it would be
appropriate for him to send a letter to council requesting an amount of
land for such purpose. It would then be council's decision as to where and
whether land would be made available. Lane stated they were not at that
point yet. However, they are having a meeting this afternoon at which time
they are wanting to decide if the need is there and whether they should ask
the Legislature for an amount of money for design of a new clinic (giving
the city time to make their determinations, etc.) for this year's budget
and money in next year's budget for the construction of such a facility, or
ask for the whole amount (design and construction) in this year's budget.
I stated to Lane I had no authority in deciding about land donation, etc.
He stated he understood. During our discussion, I suggested he speak with
City Manager Manninen and/or Mayor Williams. Lane stated it was not
necessary at this time. I also informed Lane if he had questions about
land availability and what procedures are required as far as land use etc.
he should speak with Kim Howard,
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cc: T. Manninen
K. Howard
Mayor Williams
NOTICE OF ELECTION
CITY OF KENAI
The City of Kenai will hold its Regular Annual Election, Tuesday,
October 4, 1994, for the following seats:
COUNCIL MEMBER
Two (2) to be elected for one three-year term each.
The election will be held on October 4, 1994 at the Kenai National
Guard Armory, 105 South Forest Drive, Kenai, Alaska, for Kenai
Precincts No. 1, 21 3, and 4.
The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Persons
registered with the State of Alaska, who have resided in the State
and the City of Kenai f or a period of thirty (30) days prior to the
election and meet all other qualifications, are eligible to vote.
Absentee ballots will be available at the Kenai City Clerk's office
for those voters who will be away during the October 4, 1994
election. Voters who cannot make it to their polling places on
Election Day due to illness or handicap, may vote absentee by
personal representative. Anyone needing assistance on October 4,
1994 should contact the Kenai City Clerk at 283-7539.
Carol L. Frea's, Kenai City Clerk
Publish: 9/19, 21, 23, 26, 28, 30
and 10/3 and 4
CITY OF KENA.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Williams and City Council VV
THROUGH: Tom Manninen, City Manager ti
FROM: Keith Komelis, Public Works Director
DATE: September 13, 1994
SUBJECT: Lief Hansen Water Fountain
I think we should wait until next summer to try and solve the problem of damage from the
vandalism from rocks thrown at the water fountain. I had thought we could pour concrete
over the rocks and place a drain to take the oversplash of water. It turns out to be much
more complicated and expensive than I originally anticipated.
Tri City's Construction suggested using a silver mica stone laid in granite but the cost
estimate was $7590.
To pour a new exposed aggregate around the fountain would cost $4816.
I think that with a little more time and thought we can come up with something that won't
cost so much. Unless directed otherwise, I will wait until next summer to try and solve
this problem.
K K/kw
FRUM I K 1 Ui 1 Y' S GUNST.
09.12.1994 08:51 P. 1
TRI CITY'S.CONSTRUCTION
Paul 'Butch' Poisserd - owner Telephone 907-262-7594
P. O. Box 9 = Fax 907 262-75a7
Soldoma, Alaska 99669
PROPOSAL.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1994
TO: CITY OF KENAI
210 FLDALGO , STE. 200
KENAI, ALASKA 99611
283-7538
ATTN : KEIIH
WE HEREBY SUBMIT SPECIFICATIONS AND ES TES FOR:
POUR NEW EXPOSED AGGREGATE AROUND FOUNTAIN AT LEIF HANSON
PARK..
Win"PROPOSE HEREBY TO FURNISH MATERIAL AND LABOR - COMPLETE IN
ACCORDANCE WrIH ABOVE SPECIFICATIONS, FOR THE SUM OF:
FOUR 'I HO U SAN D E10-IT ITUNDRED SIXTEEN DOLLARS ($4, 816. 00).
PA U L 'B11'CCH' POI SSANT
***END***
CITY OF KENAI
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Kenai City Council 1Gr
THROUGH: Tom Manninen, City Manager
FROM: Keith Komelis, Public Works Director
DATE: August 12, 1994
SUBJECT: Water Fountain -Lief Hansen Memorial Park
FOR: Council discussion on 8/17/94
After Public Works had the water fountain in the Lief Hansen Memorial Park built, the
water and sewer crew took over its maintenance.
There has been constant maintenance problems with this fountain. One of the
contributing factors is the large supply of heavy throwing rocks that surround the fountain.
As you can see from the attached pictures, the fountain head is being hit and damaged
with these rocks.
With Councils permission, Public Works would like to concrete over these rocks with
some type of solid apron around the fountain. If the rocks are desirable we could maybe
imbed them in the concrete.
We are definitely open for suggestions. I am sending a copy of this memo to Doctor
Peter Hansen and requesting his input also. He provided the funds for this fountain.
Does Council have any suggestions? Do they have a problem with us concreting over
these rocks?
KK/kw
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INFORMATION ITEMS
Kenai City Council Meeting of
September 21, 1994
1. 9/7/94 Kenai City Council Meeting "To Do" List.
2, Final Pay Estimate, Airport Security Gates - Jahrig
Electric/$56,674.42.
3. Inn at the Waterfront advertisement.
4. 9/12/94 JJW letter to Division of Oil and Gas supporting the
sale of royalty oil to Tesoro Alaska Petroleum Company.
5. 9/12/94 JJW letter to Mayor Gilman regarding the Kenai
Transfer Site*
6. 9/14/94 T. Manninen letter to Dept. of Natural Resources
regarding the City of Kenai's intent to support the
application(s) for "Chester Cone Exxon Valdez Trust Council
Project" and Cunningham Park upgrade.
7. 9/12/94 KK letter to DEC Municipal Grants and Loans
regarding FY96 capital budget questionnaire/
Municipal Matching Grants Program.
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8. 9/94 Alaska Municipal League, The Touchstone.
91 9/94 Greater Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, Your Chamber
Today,
10. 9/7/94 KVCB letter updating the City of Kenai of the
Center's successful visitor season.
11. AML preliminary agenda for AML Conference, November 13-19,
1994.
12, 9/94 Alaska Municipal League/Joint Insurance Association,
Inc., Risk Management Report.
13. 9/15/94 Acting City Manager K. Howard letter to Division of
General Services regarding the old State courthouse
building.
14. 9/15/94 Acting City Manager K. Howard letter to Department
of Natural Resources canceling #02-00347 Kenai River Mouth
Viewing Area Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 71 1994
"TO DO" LIST
CLF - When completed, send Kenai video to Italian teachers.
Do letter to Borough regarding transfer site --
supporting their redesign and request additional
cleaning of the site during long weekends.
Forward a copy of Resolution No. 94-55 to P&Z for
review and information.
Discussion item for 9/21/94 meeting -- Development of
Assistant Living Complex.
Arrange for $200 donation for Healthy Communities
presenter -- for defraying hotel costs while staying in
Kenai.
Send letter supporting oil sale to Tesoro.
Send letter nominating Fred Braun, Dick Hultberg and
Jeff Jefferson to Citizen Committee for the Marine
Recreational Project for the Cook Inlet Area.
KK - Check whether there is asbestos or other contaminants
in/around the small green building at Memorial Park,
Notify McGillivray of findings.
Get cost estimate for placing decorative lighting along
Mission Street to Orthodox Church (see if those costs
could be paid for by I STEA funding) and from the Church
to the Visitors Center (to be paid for from general
fund monies),
KK/JL/
RC - Apply for grant for upgrade of Cunningham Park.
Identify immediately if acquisition of the additional
property (lots noted on your map) is possible.
KO - After receipt of findings as to asbestos or other
contaminants in/around green building at Memorial Park,
notify Lance Necessary of findings.
COUNCIL ON
AGING - Hold special meeting for presentation by Mr. Grasso
regarding development of an Assisted Living Complex in
Kenai. Forward recommendation to Kenai City Council in
regard to property use preference (Daubenspeck property
or property in front of congregate housing project).
Page 1 of 2
TM - Report back to Council (in next few months) what monies
remain from congregate housing funding.
Send letter to EDD to encourage them to get a multiple
year contract for their office space in Kenai.
Discuss with EDD the possibility of applying for
certification as a regional planning group in order to
make recommendations/receive ISTEA funding for the
area.
KFD - Send out a press release when ISO report is received if
rating is lowered.
DM - Check on State using KVCC parking lot for inspecting
trucks.
Forward quarterly reports of KPD activities to Council.
LH/JL - Forward a copy of zoning violation lists for Council
packets for their review.
ADMIN - Return $88,000 grant funding for Kenai River Viewing
Area,
Page 2 of 2
CITY OF KENAI
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MEMORANDUM LL
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Charles A. Brown, Finance Director ,
FROM: Keith Kornelis, Public Works Director
DATE: September 13, 1994 r
SUBJECT: Airport Security Gates �s
I have attached the following documents for your use:
1. Page 1 of the Final Pay Estimate
2. Contractor's Affidavit of Release of Liens
3. Contractor's Affidavit of Payment of Debts & Claims
4. Consent of Surety Company to Final Payment
The amount of retainage withheld from final payment can be returned to the contractor,
Jahrig Electric.
KK/kw
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DATE DATE 10.5%
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31391.5C 11/3/9%10 1 4 9 4311 41.95
3 8.074.67 416/94 4/7/94 29 67.36
4 16.355.67 5/4/94 5/5/94 29 136.45
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CO CTOR' S AFFDDAVrr OF
RRURASE OF LENS
TO: City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794
PROJECT: 1993 Kenai Municipal Airport - Airport Security Gates
CONTRACT DATE: �� 4 r (3
The undersigned, p ant to the Contract Documents, hereby certifies that except as listedµ
below, the Releases - or Waivers of Lien attached hereto include the Contractor, all --
subcontractors, all suppliers of mated and equipment, and all performers of Work, labor or --
services who have or may have liens against any property of the City of Kenai arising in any
manner out of the performance of the Contract referenced above. The City can require _the.. -
Contractor to submit Separate Releases or Waivers of liens from Subcontractors and mat- erisil
and equipment suppliers.
EXCEPTIONS : If non, write "None". If required by the City of Kenai, the Contractor - sha1L
ash bond Lkctory to the City of Kenai for each exception or in the alternative, the= City
of Kenai may withhold final payment.
Contractor's Signature
STATE OF ALASKA )
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TI�RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT )
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THIS IS O CERTIFY that on this o� 7 of19
V)ILL (name) , (title),, of
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satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged -the voluntary and
authorized execution of the foregoing ' In t o h o said rporation.
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My Commission Expires: 7-7-1'&
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PROJECT COMPLETED
CONTRACTOR'S AFFIDAVIT OF
PAYMENT OF DEIM AND CLAIIAMS
TO: City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794
PROJECT: 1993 Keaai Municipal Airport -Airport Security Crates
CONTRACT DATE: a_� — ��
The undersigned, pursuant to the Contract Documents for Construction, hereby certifies that,
except as listed below he has paid in full or has otherwise satisfied all obligations for all materials
and equipment famished, for all work, labor, and services performed, and for all indebtedness
and claims against the Contractor for damages arising in any manner in connection with the
performance of the project referenced above for which the City of Kenai or his property might
in any way beheld responsible. The City of Kenai can request the Contractor to submit Separate::.
Releases or Waivers of Liens from Subcontractors and material and equipment suppliers:
Ex ONS: (If none, write "None".) If required by the City of Kenai, the Contractor
ftmiish bond factory to the City of Kenai for each exception or in the alternative, the - City
of Kenai may withhold final payment.
CONTRACTOR:
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JUNEAU, AK 99801
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Message.•
The Septemb r issue of Pacific Northwest magazine picks Inn at the
Waterfront a. one of the favorite escapes for experts (hotel managers and
innkeepers See attached clip from the article,,
CALL NOW FOR RESERVATIONS DURING THE MUNICIPAL LEAGUE
MEETING I JUNEAU IN NOVEMBER.
Please call if you experience any transmission problems,
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A...sk ihe experts.
That's m,hat we decided to do when we wcnt
lucking for recoinmendations for i+vekend get-
n«'ays around the Pacific Northwest. Culling
through previously published re%invs and leaf-
ing through the results of our past tmv readers'
gcaiway polls. ,wc puL together a list of innkeep-
ers and asked them:
Whcrc would You no
to get SwaYr After all,
%ve figured, who would be a tougher customer
than someone m-ho
knows the bu:iinuaa
firsthand',
'talk about tough sells. These: people know
their stuff. Not to un-
derestimille the value
of a simple. c1can.
well -lighted place with o view. but our experts
demand more. 1 al -
mooys loot: far a place
that provides me with
what ! provide my guests. bccause 1 feel like 1
spoil them outrageouslv." Says Donnie Warwick.
of the Winr•ick Inn in Coeiir d'Alene, Idaho. "I
%vouldn't rmrnniend a place that doesn't meet
my own standards.''
"1f you arc; ten innkeeper." agrees Laurie Van
Zane, of the 'lu "lii Tun Ledge on the Rogue
River in snudicrn Oregon, "Ynu arc the
guardian of people's vocaclon experiences,"
After looking aver their rocnnimen' dations,
we think voli'll agree.
According to its innkeeper, Ann House, the popularity of
aunelu's Inn at the Waterfront can be chalked tip to the
btulding's "good ,%bm" on intriguing explanation given that this
three -stony structure wAB a working brothel from 1 RRl w 19SB.
"It's right dn%vnto%%,ns so we can go out and do things." O?
Arnie C1.tson. owner of the Hotel Halsingland in Haines. Mask..
lllr,gesting a quite. diffarent rraxon for Lite ittn s suceesx. ".end it's
gUL U good restaurant." The can -site Summit Rcstaurant, xvitich
Fudur's rated juriesm's lest in 1989. feaeuies Aiaskun seafood
%and, whenever possible. kxli produce. The neighborhood has
K.•hangad a bit since its red-light days: nom, the inn lonks nut over
Itineau"S busy cruise -ship terminal and ix u iihin ease %vilking
distance of nian), shops. resuiurAnts, and the statc capitol. knom
rates at the inn range from $42 to $83, -with sonic occommuda-
tions offering private bathrooms. Inn of rho 11-�Ylerj,vuf. 4a.; S
FJrli4fi /, Jimram, AK WSW: 007j 366- 21 5ft
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September 12, 1994
James E. Eason, Director
Division of Oil and Gas
P.O. Box 107034
Anchorage, AK 99510
RE: ROYALTY OIL SALE -- TESORO ALASKA PETROLEUM COMPANY
We are in receipt of your letter of August 16, 1994 in which you
forwarded a copy of the Preliminary Finding and Determination and
the proposed contract for sale of royalty oil to Tesoro Alaska
' Petroleum Company.
At their regular meeting of September 7, 1994, the Kenai City
Council requested a letter be mailed to you in support of the
sale of approximately 40,000 barrels per day of royalty oil from
the Prudhoe Bay Unit over a one-year period to Tesoro Alaska
Petroleum Company. Additionally, Council supports the processing
of the oil at the Tesoro refinery in Nikiski.
We look forward to hearing a positive determination for this
sale.
Sincerely,
CITY OF KENAI---,.
. John Williams
May
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CITY OF KENAI �°
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September 12, 1994
Mayor Don Gilman
Kenai Peninsula Borough
144 North Binkley Street
Soldotna, AK 99669
RE: KENAI TRANSFER SITE
we are in receipt of the copy of your September 2, 1994 letter to
Mr. Lee Sterner. In that letter, you "reaffirmed the Borough's
commitment" to use all available resources at the administrative
level to redesign and construct fencing, landscaping and "drop
box" activities at the site in order to protect or enhance the
values of the adjoining properties.
At their regular meeting of September 7, 1994, the Kenai City
Council discussed this matter with Mr. Sterner. A copy of your
September 2 letter was also distributed to Council for their
review. Mr. Sterner stated he was encouraged and pleased with
your efforts and commitments.
Upon completion of their discussions and Mr. Sterner's
statements, the Kenai City Council requested a letter be sent to
you suggesting arrangements should be made for additional
cleaning of the site during long weekends. Also, the Council
stated their support for the redesign of the transfer site and
appreciates your efforts and commitment as well.
Sincerely,
CITY OF KENAI
,bhn J. illlams
J
/Mayor
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September 14, 1994
Carol Fries
Natural Resource Manager
Office of the Commissioner
Alaska Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 107005
Anchorage, AK 99510-7005
Re: City of Kenai's Intent to support
"Chester Cone Exzon Valdez Trust
Cunningham Park Upgrade
CITY of KENi � -6
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the Application s) for
Council Project" and
Briefly, the Chester Cone property is located along the banks of
the Kenai River in Kenai. If acquired and developed through p g other
sources of fundin
g through the Alaska State Department of Natural
Resources/Alaska State Parks/Alaska Department of Fish and Gam
e
Habitat and Restoration, the City of Kenai will neg
otiate a
mutually-satisfactory/workable operations and maintenance plan t p o
take over the ultimate park maintenance of both the Chester
Cone
project and the upgrading of the existingCunningham Park
alongthe Kenai g facility
i River bank.
There is a project meeting slated for September 2 6 10 : 0 0 i
Kenai CityCouncil � n the
it Chambers. Mayor John Williams will be in
attendence. Also, City staff members from the Cityof Kenai's
Public Works Department and •
p Parks and Recreation Department will be
available (Keith Kornelis; Public Works Director Rachel Clark
Engineering Technician, and/or Jack La Shot CityEngineer;
g r, Kayo
McGillivray; Parks and Recreation Director),
Furthermore, I understand that Lance Trask , Regional Director for
the Alaska Department y
ment of Fish and Game Habitat and Restoration
Division will coordinate with Ron Crenshaw, Chris Titus and you for
r
your attendence at this meeting.
I'm sorry that I will be unavailable for this meetingwill as I 1 be
out of town until the 29th of September, at the annual ICMA
Conference in Chicago, followed by a visit to m Number 1
grandchild, C.T. Felice in Po y
Port Huron, Michigan. However, I plan
to be back in the City offices, Friday, September 3 0 i p � 1994 and look
forward to any input you may have on the City's proposal of this
project,
The City Council and the City staff are ecstatic about the
possibilities of finally being able to have substantial project or
projects to develop and preserve the "World Class" salmon habitat
and fishery that is unique to the Kenai River.
Kindest Personal Regards,
Thomas J. Manager
City Manager
cc: Lance Trasky, Dept. of Fish and Game
Chris Titus, Alaska State Parks
Senator Judy Salo
Representative Mike Navarre
Kevin Walker, Chair, Kenai Planning & Zoning Commission
Ron Crenshaw, Alaska State Parks
c�dna i City Council
Keith Kornelis, Public Works Director
Rachel Clark, Engineer Technician
Jack La Shot, City Engineer
Kayo McGillivray, Parks and Recreation Director
Jim Butler, Attorney
Enclosures
Suggested b Administration gg y
CITY OF RENAI
RESOLIITION NO. 94-59
A RESOLUTION OF SHE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
SUPPORTING THE CONCEPT OF IMPROVING CUNNINGHAM PARK, AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO APPLY FOR A GRANT OF UP TO
$50OF000*00 TO ACQUIRE ADDITIONAL LANDS, AND UPGRADE AND ENHANCE
THE PARK , TO HELP RESTORE RECREATION SERVICES TO AREAS IMPACTED BY
THE EXXON VALDEZ OIL SPILL.
WHEREAS, the park would include a designated parking area for cars
and recreational vehicles, river viewing and interpretive stations,
new restrooms , development of a boardwalk with river access stairs
to allow visitors to walk along the wetland portion of the
property, and improvement of fishing access, while minimizing
degradation of critical habitat and bank erosion; and
WHEREAS, it is understood that costs may be incurred by the City
for developing a park proposal suitable for delivery to Alaska
State Parks, but land acquisition and development costs would be
borne by the State Parks recreation project funds; and
WHEREAS, the City is committed to continued operation and
maintenance of the project after completion, and it is understood
that the City may be responsible for additional operation and
maintenance costs due to improvements at the park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI ,
ALASKA, that it supports improvements to Cunningham Park, and
authorizes the City Administration to apply for a State Parks
Recreation Grant -o pay for land acquisition, and facilities
upgrade and enhancement.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 21st day
of September, 1994,
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Written by Public Works:-
1791-1991
CI'10Y OF vIAENAI
G'� oaf 4iad4ia
210 FIDALGO KENAI. AIASKA 99611
TELEPHONE 283 - 7535
FAX 907.2833014
MEMORANDUM
Date: September 14 , 1994
To: Mayor Williams and City Council.__
Through: Tom Manninen, City Manager
Throe �
gh: Bob springer, Acting Public Works Director
From: Rachel Clark , Engineering Tech
subject: Cunningham Park Improvements
In response to Council's request for information, Mr. Lofstedt is
wil+ing to sell the four lots adjoining the Cunningham Park
property for $75 , 000. 00 each. The actual selling price would be
negotiated by a State appraiser. The senior Mr. Lofstedt said he
would like to see the City do something nice for both the people
who use Cunningham Park, and the people who live there.
Borough
Asking
Acreage
Appraisal
Price
Lot 1.34
$42 , 400
$75, 000
Lot 1,22
42 , 900
75, 000
Lot 1.16
42 , 900
75, 000
Lot 1,05
42f,500
75 , 000
$171, 4700 $300, 000
Land acquisition could be paid for under the State Parks Grant,
but :,;ould be included in the $500 , 000 funding limit if we develop
the �r operty in one phase. Other grant funds , e.g. for
spor- fishing development, may also be available for this s ro ' ect .
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SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION
SUGGESTED BY: Mayor Williams
City of Kenai
RESOLUTION NOe 94-SS
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA,
SUPPORTING THE ACQUISITION OF APPROXIMATELY 100 ACRES OF CHESTER
CONE RIVER PROPERTY BY THE EXXON VALDEZ TRUSTEE COUNCIL (EVTC)
THROUGH THE EVTC SMALL PARCEL ACQUISITION PROGRAM FOR THE PURPOSE
OF RESTORING AND PROTECTING HABITAT DAMAGED BY THE EXXON VALDEZ
OIL SPILL AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO WORK
COOPERATIVELY WITH STATE AGENCIES AND APPLY FOR A GRANT OF UP TO
$500FOOO TO DEVELOP A PARK TO RESTORE RECREATION SERVICES
IMPACTED BY THE EXXON VALDEZ OIL SPILL.
WHEREAS, at their regular meeting of July 20, 1994, the Kenai
City Council discussed the above -mentioned acquisition program
and stated their support of the purchase of Mr. Cone's Kenai
River property now being considered by the Exxon Valdez Trustee
Council Small Parcel Acquisition Program; and,
WHEREAS, the Kenai City Council has stated their desire to work
with the Alaska Department of Fish & Game and the Alaska State
Parks in order to develop a park on a portion of the Cone
property; and,
WHEREAS, the park would include a designated parking area for
cars and recreational vehicles; a river viewing station; a state-
of-the-art interpretative area to provide park visitors with
information about the lower river ecosystem, salmon runs, bird
activity and habitat protection issues; and development of a
boardwalk to allow visitors to walk along the wetland portion but
preventing degradation of critical habitat by those visitors;
and,
WHEREAS, the Kenai City Council would consider rezoning City
property which lies between Mr. Cone's property and the Kenai
River from Rural Residential to Conservation Zoning should the
Exxon Valdez Trustee Council acquire Mr. Cone's property and
State Parks fund the City's development proposal for a park on
that property; and,
WHEREAS, it is understood short-term costs will be incurred by
the City for developing a park proposal suitable for delivery to
Alaska State Parks but land acquisition and development costs
would be borne by the EVTC small parcel acquisition and
recreational project program funds; and,
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WHEREAS, the Kenai City Council is aware of and supports the
City' s negotiating with the State for future maintenance
responsibilities. This may include personnel and support
services for the park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, supports the acquisition of approximately 100
acres of Chester Cone river property by the Exxon Valdez Trustee
Council (EVTC) through the EVTC Small Parcel Acquisition Program,
working cooperatively with State agencies on the parcel
acquisition strategy and authorizing Administration to apply for
up to $500,000 in funding from the Alaska State Parks Marine
Recreation Program to construct a park on the property; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Kenai City Council looks forward to
the development of a state-of-the-art interpretative center which
would provide " impact-f reel' enjoyment of the river; the use of
the park as a living laboratory for students learning about river
wildlife and ecosystem management issues; a location for
demonstration projects on river habitat protection which may be
funded by State and Federal agencies with habitat protection
responsibilities.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this seventh
day of September, 1994.
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FROM:
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MEMORANDUM
Kenai City Council
Thomas J. Manninen, City Manager
September 1, 1994
State Parks Recreation Project Funding
The City Council authorized an application for Exxon Valdez land
acquisition funding for the Chester Cone property. A criteria
for this funding is restoring/enhancing recreational services
lost or diminished by the Exxon Valdez. oil spill. A major
requirement for capital improvement development on the Exxon
Valdez acquired lands is, "The sponsor has a plan supported by a
public agency for management and maintenance."
In addition to the land acquisition, the Alaska State Parks has a
$500,000 maximum competitive grant for capital
improvements/development. It requires a management and
maintenance plan, supported by a public agency; therefore, I have
requested the Parks and Recreation Commission to
consider/recommend such a plan to the City Council.
Finally, the City Administration is not unmindful of the timing
of any Exxon Valdez grant applications with the impending
September 1994 Council decision on whether to develop the "Bluff
View' park or return the prior grant fund award. YET,
ADMINISTRATION STRONGLY AGREES WITH THE LONG VIEW/VISION OF THE
CITY'S TARING ADVANTAGE OF AVAILABLE RECREATIONAL FUNDING SOURCES
TO PRESERVE, ACQUIRE AND DEVELOP HIGH QUALITY
RECREATIONAL/TOURISM RELATED SITES ALONG THE KENAI RIVER. During
the Chester Cone application process, City staff was made aware
of the availabiliy of these competitive grants for up to $5OOfOOO
each. Currently, Administration suggests four viable options to
consider: (1) Cone Property Boardwalk, (2) Cunningham Park, (3)
Beach/River Mouth Area, and (4) Birch Island.
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CITY OF KENAI
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210 FIDALGO KENAI, ALASKA 99611
TELEPHONE 283 - 7535
FAX 907.283.3014
MEMORANDUM
Date: August 31, 1994
TO: Mayor Williams and City Council Members
Through: Tom Manninen, City Manager _7T V
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Through: Keith Kornelis, Public Works Director (tg'
From: Jack La Shot, City Engineer
Rachel Clark, Engineering Technician
Subject: State Parks Recreation Project Funding
Alaska State Parks will be selecting recreational projects
associated with losses due to the Exxon Valdez o i 1 spill for
e attached fundin application) . Mayor Williams is
funding (se 9
interested in applying for this funding for the following
project:
Cone Property Pro ert Boardwalk - Mr. Chester Cone is attempting to have
the Exxon Trustee Council purchase approximately 100 acres
riparian wetlands from him under a separate programe one of the
criteria for the purchase would be the incorporation of the land
into
a Public Land Management System, which could include the
City of Kenai Parks and Recreation Department.
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Mr. Cone has expressed interest in vesting the title of the land
over to the
e Cityof Kenai for the development of a recreational
park/viewing area / interpretive center* Any development would
park/ g
still need to follow Corps of Engineer regulatio ns but a
bo, ardwalk for example, would not need an individual permit,
provided no fill is used.
The city of Kenai ,.7ould be responsible for management and
maintenance of the park. This may include hiring one person
part-time duringthe summer for overs ite , as well as general
maintenance costs for the boardwalk. We estimate this would be
approximately oximatel $10 , 9 6 6 for one PT-9 , 40 hours/week for five
months and $4F000 per year in general maintenance costs.
Other projects may also qualify for funding, example:
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Cunningham Park - The Parks and Recreation Director has asked for
consideration of the purchasing of the lot west of Cunningham ngham
Park for further expansion. The lot (1*05 acres is valuethe Boro ') d (from
Borough Assessors tables) at $42F500.00, and this land
acquisition would fall under the project funding.
Other improvements may include new restrooms river access
improvements, erosion prevention, and parking expansion. The
City of Kenai would continue to be responsible for maintenance Hance of
the Park. Ad
ditional maintenance costs based on the increase in
traffic would probably be minimal,
Beach/River Mouth Area - several privately owned lots along g the
beach road are trespassed on a regular basis. Each summer
especially during the sockeye run the beach '� is overrun with
people. Parking, restrooms, designated beach access and
picnicking facilities are needed. The bluff above the beach
where many visitors gather to view the inlet mountains '
fleet and fisherman b � . fishing
Blow could be included with improved
parking, interpretive facilities, and a viewingplatform, p rm, etc.
Birch Island - The State Parks Department ma apply '
Y pp y for funding
for this
project on their own, we have not yet heard a definitive
answer from them. A. is possible this could be a •
joint project
and could include some yearly p �
y arly maintenance costs on behalf of the
City.
If the State chooses not to pursue this fundingfor this
would the Cityof Kenai ? project,
like t o .
Please provide direction on whether council wishes to purs
ue ue any
Of these options, or possible routing through: Planning , Parks and Re g g and
Zoning, creation or Harbor Commissions,
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Sept -MEW 2, 1994
The Honorable Jolva J. WiUi=s
Mayor, City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Ave., Suite 200
&si, AK 99611-7794
RE: Status of Cone Proposal With the E=n Valdez Trustee Council Small
Parcel Acquisition Progara=
Dear Mayor W •
I would to provide you with a brief update on the status of Mr. Cone's property
acquisition proposal and alert you to another issue which, I beiicve, the City of Kenai might be
interested in.
As you will recall, the Dep a cot of Nnh and Game requested that b4r. Cone submit
a proposal to the Exxon Valdez Trustee C:ouncfl (the Council) r g that the Council consider
acquiring his property under the parcel acquisition, program. The City of Kenai sed
their support of W. Cone's proposal with the us adoption of a resolution to the Council
supporting the acquisition. In a recrnt conversation with W. Lance Trasky, Regional Director of
the Habitat Division at ADF&G, I was told Mr. Cone's parcel has beta well received with the
Councirs staff reviewing acquisition proposals and that acquisition sites should be identified by late
fall of this year.
I also want to uaention a program being admmis mvd by the Alm Department of Na ml
Resources (ADNR) which is providing funds for development of recreation sites in theocott
Valdez spill area. This prograia might prograra be of interest to the City since, shouid lair. Cone's
property be acquired, the parcel might be considered a suitable location for a DNR pariC site. It is
my undesvanding that A.DNR would be very interested in working with the City of Kenai to develop
a recreation site that would w4l;ze N1r. Cone's property in a manner that would benefit local residents
without damaging critical habitat along the river.
Although W. Cone has not received written evidence of the State's interest m pg
his property, it would appear from key agency officials that monnentuM is building in b&., Cone's
direction. I believe that if the City exprean interest in theultim=use and manage of the
property, acquisition, and, therefore, a decision on the possible location of a recreation site within
the City, could be reed this fall.
The Honorable John I W'
September 2, 1994
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Finally, let me taYe this opportunity again to thaalt you and the City Council for their support
of Mr. Cones proposal and to reitcrau my intQcst in working with the City and state agencies so
we might meet Mr. Cones nceds in concert with the (itys concerns over use of the property.
Sincerely,
/1 40,
Jdmes N.Butler, M
JNB1gd
cc: Mr. Cone
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JULY 2 0 , 1994
PAGE 13
Smalley stated he concurs with Monfor's comments. Bannock
stated that, as a neighbor, he thinks it would be a great
improvement.
Williams summarized saying it appears that Council has no
objection to the permanent transfer site on Redoubt. He asked
about rezoning. Graves stated that the Borough has filled out
the application and it is scheduled to go before Planning &
Zoning.
H-7. Discussion - Acquisition of Chester Cone property.
Smalley asked if it would be appropriate to ask Jim Butler to
speak at this time. Williams stated it would.
BUTLER (verbatim): Mr. Mayor and members of the Council, as
Councilman Smalley has indicated, my name is Jim Butler, and I
am an attorney in town. Over the last several months, I have
been working with Mr. Chester Cone who, as I am sure you are
well aware, owns some property along Beaver Loop Road. In
fact, the parcel that we are talking about this evening
includes a parcel that the City of Kenai attempted to purchase,
I believe, twice, and whom other people have purchased and have
given back to Mr. Cone due to their inability to develop the
property.
Mr. Cone came to me trying to find some resolution to his
dilemma of having 100 acres on one of the most pristine rivers
in Alaska and he can't do anything with it. We looked through
a couple different options and elected to put together a
proposal for the Exxon Valdez Trustee Council Small Parcel
Acquisition Program.
Let me give you a little bit of background on the Exxon Valdez
Trustee Council and what they are doing and what we are trying
to do with this proposal and how I think the Council might
follow the lead of the Planning & Zoning Commission to offer
some support to that. After the spill, Exxon entered into a
consent decree with federal and state government to settle the
civil damage claims that both the state and federal government
brought against Exxon. That was done under CIRCLA. A $900
million trust fund was established for the purpose of
attempting to restore property impacted by the oil spill, to
develop a habitat protection acquisition program, to provide
monitoring and research funds for the spill -impacted area, and
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JULY 2 0 , 1994
PAGE 14
also to provide public information and administration of the
fund.
What I want to do? I guess, at this point is reinforce
sometimes a common misconception of what the Council is about ,
and dispel maybe the misconception. And that is that this '
Y p �s is
somehow a -- this program is somehow currently impacting either
Exxon or other oil companies in the area. That money, the
money that we're talking about tonight, is money that has
already been paid into a fund and the administration and
disposal of those monies , the use of those monies, is not going
to directly impact any industry people in our area or in any
area around the state .
We put together a proposal to the Trustee Council under the
Small Parcel Acquisition Program. In order to, f it under that,
the parcel has to be less than 1,000 acres and has to be
located in the spill -impacted area. To just sort of give you
an orientation of what the spill -impacted area is, it's from
Bligh Reef south to Chignik, and all the way up north to the
forelands, including the west side of Cook Inlet down to
Chignik and all the Kodiak area. So the Council put out a
request for proposals to acquire property in the spill -impacted
areas. The Kenai River is specifically identified as an
impacted area, primarily because of the over -escapement of
sockeye in 1989.
Mr, gone' s property meets the acquisition program criteria in a
number of areas, primarily because his property includes
rearing habitat for both sockeye and pink salmon, Dolly warden,
bald eagles, common murre and any tidal organisms that are
important to the support of those particular species. The
restoration fund is set up to acquire parcels of property to
offset those properties that were significantly impacted.
One of the other things that the Council can do is deal with
restoring services that were impacted. Now services that were
impacted include commercial fishing and sport fishing. Because
areas were closed during the spill, people had to go to other
areas to go pursue their sport fishing; and as a result
significant impacts were indirectly incurred in those areas*
So they are looking at acquiring this property, or this type of
property.
One of the things that I am sure you are all aware of is this
piece of property in particular has been studied to death. I
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JULY 2 0 , 1994
PAGE 15
know that, when the City of Kenai proposed to build a boat
launch on an 11-1 / 2 acre parcel along this particular tract of
land , Fish and Wildlif e , D . N . R. , Fish and Game -- everybody
went through that piece of property with a f ine-tooth comb.
Essentially what we have done is we have taken a large stack of
agency research and turned it around and said, "'his property
has been defined as critical by you and, theref ore , we think
that the public should own this property as opposed to having
an individual own this property." The Commission had the
opportunity to review the proposal; and I don't know if any of
the Council members have had an opportunity yet, but the
Administration staff has that proposal and we can make sure
you've got copies if you're interested in seeing how the
specific elements of the criteria that are going to be
evaluated -- how this property ranks with that. I can say
quite confidently that the property ranks quite high. The Fish
and Game has also requested that this property be seriously
considered for acquisition because of the importance of
protecting habitat along the Kenai River which.' as you know, is
a growing concern in our area.
Support of the proposal is , I guess , what we would like to see
from the Council; and, not just for the proposal, but support
of an expedited review. Tonight Mr. Cone turned, I believe, 80
years old, and his ability to wait around and haggle with the
state and the f eds is much shorter than it was 15 years ago.
And because his property has been researched, we're trying to
keep it out of the consultant trap . . . (unintelligible) .
So I would like to request the Council consider supporting the
proposal -- the acquisition proposal -- and an expedited review
of his proposal, w� ich the Council -- my understanding is
they' ve got - the authority to do that. Valuation , those sorts
of issues, can be worked out. The mechanism for holding the
property, how title is vested, is something that Mr. Cone is
very open to working with the Council on. The use of the
property in the future could be something that, not only
whoever holds the property, but the City of Kenai, could play
an instrumental role in deciding how services like tourism and
the rest of that are going to be -- maybe mitigate any impacts*
I don't know if your packet includes a letter that Chairman
Walker signed. If you've got any questions at this time, I
would be glad to help you out with those. (end of verbatim)
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JULY 2 0 , 1994
PAGE 16
Smalley stated that Walker's letter is in the packet. He said
that Planning & Zoning also wanted to add a statement that the
City had attempted to purchase this property and to seek out
the necessary required permits to develop the property; and the
property went back to Mr. Cone when the City was denied.
Bookey asked what happens to the property once it's acquired --
does it go into a land bank situation where there is no project
development or will there be any development. Butler said that
is an open question right now. He stated that he is willing to
work with the City in working with the Trustee Council on
finding a workable solution for the property. Butler said the
Council' s restoration plan is consistent with the Kenai
Peninsula Coastal Plan and the Kenai River Comprehensive
Management Plan. He stated that a small piece of the property
abuts the river, but most of it is upland. He .would like to
see maybe a bird sanctuary where people could pull off the road
and observe the wildlife. He said this would take some of the
pressure off the river bank. Butler stated that once the
Trustee Council acquires the property, it can be transf eyed to
anyone.
Smalley stated that Mr. Cone said at the Planning & Zoning
meeting that, after 20 years of trying to sell this property,
this is a last ditch effort in which he is asking the City' s
support.
MOTION:
Councilmember Smalley MOVED that the City Administration work
with Mr. Butler to draft a letter or resolution supporting this
proposal and to request an expedited review. Councilmember
Measles SECONDED the motion and stated, "This is a scenario
where federal and other agencies have made a person' s property
useless with their regulations and refusal to issue permits for
property owners to develop this property. I am certainly in
favor of this thing happening." He also stated that he feels
this is perhaps a stretch of the intent of the Oil Spill Trust
Fund; though not as far as some have stretched it.
Williams stated that the Council feels compassion for Mr. Cone
and his long battle, He said that at one time the City thought
it could use the land, but that didn't happen. Now the City
wishes the best for Mr. Cone.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JULY 2 0 , 1994
PAGE 17
Smalley offered that maybe the City would have some influence
in the State legislature as to how the land will be used.
Butler stated again that he is willing to work with the City.
Bookey stated that maybe somebody in the State might listen to
jthis: It seems that the State is so concerned about the impact
on the Kenai, yet they build these horrendous roads to get
here; but they ' re not as concerned about the impact on the
Kenai River when they deny access.
Butler stated that he will be glad to let the City Council know
if some opportunities arise. Williams directed the Clerk to
prepare a resolution in support of and for expedition of the
review. Butler said that the review process could go from
October, 1994 into early 1995. Williams directed the Clerk to
issue a letter immediately and follow it with a resolution to
Council at the next meeting.
Councilmember Smalley asked for unanimous consent. No
objections. SO ORDERED.
�TEM I: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
I - Mayor
a* Townsi.te Historic Board Attendance: Williams stated
that he sent a letter to members of the Board indicating his
concern that they had not attended the meeting. Three of the
members contacted Williams personally stating they had not been
not i f 'led of the meeting. Williams said he would like to know
if the addresses are correct and if any of the letters came
back to City Hall before he sends out a letter like that again.
I-2. City Manager
a. EDD Lease: The lease is due on August 12. A meeting
was held with Carr-Gottstein last week.
b. MIDREX: He stated there are articles in the Journal
of Commerce and in today' s Dispatch that cover progress so far.
I-3. Attorney
No report.
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Septem ber 12, 1994
Mike Burns, Chief
Municipal Grants and Loans
State of Alaska, D. E.C.
410 Willoughby
Juneau, AK 99801
Subject: FY96 Capital Budget Questionnaire
Municipal Matching Grants Program
Dear Mr. Burns:
Attached are the FY96 Capital Budget Questionnaires for four important projects the City
of Kenai is requesting ADEC matching funds for.
1. Water System Quality Improvements
2. Water System Distribution Improvements
3. Water and Sewer Comprehensive Plan Update
4. Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion
If you have any questions concerning these projects, please contact Jack La Shot, City
Engineer, or myself at 283-75 35.
Sincerely,
Keith Kornelis
Public Works Director
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Volume 4, No. 3 A Newsletter of the Alaska Municipal League
Centennial Hall is the site of the 1994 AML Local Government Conference.
"New Realities ... New Visions"
AML Conference Offers Ideas, Solutions, Skills
AML's 44th Annual Local Government Conference, scheduled for November 16-
18 in Juneau, promises to be one of the best. Speakers, workshops, policy sections,
and opportunities to learn from your colleagues in local government will abound.
The conference, coming as it does right after the general election, will focus its
legislative program and strategy efforts on the "new reality" of a new administration
and legislature. Each candidate for Governor has been asked to address the
conference if he wins, and legislative candidates will receive similar invitations to
join Alaska's local leaders and learn from them.
The 44th Annual Local Government Conference will kick off on Wednesday,
November 16. Charles Royer, Director of the Institute of Politics at the JFK School
of Government at Harvard and former Mayor of Seattle, has been invited to address
the opening session, and to offer some "new vision" -- different ways of looking at
government, and governance.
Other new realities, like drastic cuts in state support for local governments, and
the need for innovative approaches to old problems will be highlighted. The efforts
of AML's Municipal Aid Working Group, which has worked to develop and evaluate
a new program of municipal aid, will serve as the focus for discussions of the future
of state -shared funding for basic local services. Howto obtain stable and predictable
funding for any program of municipal aid will be a main topic of discussion.
The revised Open Meetings Act, passed during the last legislative session as a
priority of AML, will be the focus of sessions at both the Conference itself and the
Newly Elected Officials Seminar, which is scheduled earlier in the week (see article,
page 4).
Sessions are also being planned on hot issues in labor law, access to government
records on Internet, following through on your strategic planning efforts, rethinking
1overnment structures, emergency response and planning, financial management
concepts and tools for elected officials, and the pros and cons of expanding tourism
(i.e., are we ruining paradise?)
For more information on AML Conference Week activities, see related articles on
pages 4 and 5. A preliminary agenda will be printed in the October edition of The
Touchstone. For information on how to register forthe Conference, or how to exhibit
or to sponsor an event, call AML at 586-1325.
September 1994
AML Mourns
Mary Geist
Mary Geist, member of the AML
Board of Directors and active League
supporter throughout the years, died
recently at her home in Sutton. Geist
had served as a Matanuska-Susitna
Borough Assembly Member and been
active in the Mat -Su for many years.
AML's Board of Directors, mem-
bers, and staff extend their sympa-
thies to Mary's family. We will miss
her lively spirit and friendly smile.
� In This Issue �
� Private Activity Bonds Page 3 �
� Contact the Department of Revenue �
� about tax-exempt bonds for your �
� community. �
� 1994 Conference Page 4-5 �
� Plenty of activities are being planned
� for this year's conference.
� AML Deferred Comp Plan Page 12 �
Several AML members have joined �
� the PEBSCO plan to help employees. �
� Meet Your New Staff Page 16 �
� AML and AML/JIA welcome new �
� people to assist members. �
Officers
John Torgerson, President
Assembly Member, Kenai Peninsula Borough
Donald Long, First Vice President
Mayor, City of Barrow
Donna Fischer, Second Vice President
Council Member, City of Valdez
Directors
Elmer Armstrong
Assembly Member, Northwest Arctic Borough
John C. Gonzales
Mayor, Denali Borough
Tom Greene
Council Member, City of Nondalton
Robert Knight
Mayor, City of Nenana
Joe Murdy
Assembly Member, MunicipaNy of Anchorage
Randy Otos
Council Member. City of Craig
Jamie Parsons
Mayor, City and Borough of Juneau
John Williams
Mayor, City of Kenai
George Carte', Past President
Mayor, City of Palmer
Leo Rasmussen, Past President
Council Member, City of Nome
Betty Glick, Past President
Assembly Member, Kenai Peninsula Borough
Jerome M. Selby, Past President
Mayor. Kodiak island Borough
LeJane Ferguson
Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks
Ginny Tierney
Alaska Municipal Management Association
Gerald Lee Sharp
Alaska Municipal Attorneys Association
Staff
Chrystal Stillings Smith
Acting Executive Director
Julie Krafft
Staff Associate
Jeanne McRoberts
Administrative Assistant
Susan Behbahani
Secretary
Guide to
Environmental Regs
Available
A limited number of copies of EPA's
Guide to Environmental Requirements
for Small Govemments are available
from the Alaska Municipal League. If
you are interested in receiving this use-
ful tool, please call AML and ask for a
copy,
EPA Administrator Carol Browner,
in a preface to the guide, which was
published in 1993, says, "We all know
that environmental law-- and therefore
enviornmental regulation -- is growing
more and more complicated. it's even
complicated to find out what the rules
are. Local officials have pointed out
that the right information has been very
difficult to find, and then when they do
find it, it's very confusing. As a result,
one of the first things EPA needs to do
is let everyone know just what they are
responsible for in a way that they can
understand. The Guide ... is our first
step in that direction ...."
Bond Bank Sends $1
Million to General
Fund
The state's General Fund got $1 mil-
lion healthier with the transfer of excess
funds from the Municipal Bond Bank
Authority. The $1.007 million is from
earnings from Bond Bank investments
over and above the cost of operations.
The Bond Bank has financed $275
million in municipal capital projects. In
addition, it has refunded bonds amount-
ing to $46.7 million during FY93, which
has resulted in an overall interest sav-
ings of more than $1.8 million for com-
munities throughout the state.
Norman Levesque, the Executive Di-
rector of the Bond Bank, stated that the
Bond Bank has been self-supporting
and has not required General Fund
monies since 1986. Counting this trans-
fer, the Bond Bank has returned a total
of $17.8 million to the General Fund
over the years.
1 1
1
Reminder... 1
1 Resolutions for AML Annual Conference are due October 1.
1 Don T wait until the last minute. 1
1 1
The Touchstone
The Touchstone is published monthly from July through December by the Alaska
Municipal League, 217 Second Street, Suite 200, Juneau, Alaska 99801, 907-586-
1325. When the Alaska State Legislature is in session, The Touchstone is replaced
by the AML Legislative Bulletin. One copy of each of these publications is sent free
to Member Municipalities, Associates, and Affiliates. Additional copies are available
to members at a cost of $35 per subscription to the same address. Additional copies
to other addresses are available to members at a cost of $50 per subscription. Non-
members may subscribe to The Touchstone only for $20 per year.
Advertising space is available at $4.50 per column inch, and discounts are available
to members and for contracts of a year or longer.
IIListings of job opportunities in AML member municipalities are published free of I I
charge as a membership service.
Page 2 AML Touchstone ■ September 2994
Cities Gearing Up for
National Unfunded
Mandates Week
October 24-28 is the time for your
city or borough to take part in this
year's continuation of the "No Unfunded
Mandates" campaign throughout the
United States.
The National League of Cities, Na-
tional Association of Counties, and state
municipal leagues across the country
will be providing Action Kits for munici-
pal officials to plan and carry out local
events. NLC and the state leagues also
will take a lead role in generating news
media attention to federal and state
mandates as major issues in this year's
election.
Last year's campaign produced many
stunning examples of costly, and often
senseless, mandates that revealed the
pervasive and bewildering scope of
unfunded mandates. The protests ig-
nited by those events had an impact
,rarely seen in Congress. On both sides
'of Capitol Hill, legislation began mov-
ing with bipartisan support to revise
some existing federal mandates and to
develop a "truth in legislating" approach
for any new proposals.
Forthe past three years in the nation-
wide survey of city fiscal conditions,
municipal budget directors have iden-
tified unfunded mandates as one of the
top three adverse factors affecting lo-
cal finances. Unfunded mandates also
topped the 1994 NLC opinion survey of
elected municipal officials as the situ-
ation that has deteriorated most over
the past five years.
The week-long time period for "No
Unfunded Mandates" events is intended
to provide an opportunity for every city
and borough to get involved in this
year's effort.
Private Activity Bonds Available
for Local Projects
Local governments seeking funding for utility, industrial development,
housing, or other projects should contact the Department of Revenue,
Treasury Division, for more information about the Private Activity Bond
Program.
Private activity bonds (PABs) are tax-exempt bonds issued by state and
local governments that, according to criteria in the Internal Revenue
Code, provide substantial benefits to private entities. Nationally, the bulk
of private activity bonds is issued to provide tax-exempt financing for
multi -family and home mortgages, industrial development, nonprofit
hospitals and colleges, student loans, and facilities such as sewage
treatment plants and electric utilities.
Currently, the IRS limits the amount of PABs that each state may issue
each year. Alaska is limited to $150 million per year. This capacity has
been woefully underused, and the state has had previous allocations
expire because of no applicants. A total allocation of $1.4 billion has been
available to Alaska since 1986, of which only $444 million (32 percent) has
been used. Of this, 94 percent has been used for student loan or housing
programs and only 6 percent for all other uses.
For some time, the Alaska Municipal League has had a Policy State-
ment section in favor of giving priorityto local governments for no less that
25 percent of the available PAB authority, but obviously local govem-
ments have not been availing themselves of the opportunity to make use
of even a smaller portion of the allocation.
As interest rates continue to increase, the use of tax-exempt financing
becomes a more important tool for economic development in Alaska.
Tax-exempt interest rates are typically 70 percent of equivalent taxable
interest rates. Projects that are not feasible at 8.5 percent interest may
well be feasible at 5.9 percent interest.
Properly structured, PABs are neither direct debt nor moral obligation
debt of the issuer. That is, the bonds may be structured to rely only on the
revenues of the project for payment of debt service. Private insurance is
sometimes used to enhance the credit of PABs.
The State Bond Committee (SBC) is responsible for allocating Alaska's
$150 million annual PAB ceiling. PAB ceiling not used in the current year
may be allocated by the SBC to potential issuers and carried forward for
three additional years. That is, issuers may request a "Cant' -Forward"
allocation to be used any time during the following three years. The SBC
typically allocates "Cant' -Forwards" in November or December of each
year.
Applications for PAB allocations and additional information on PABs
and the potential for your municipality to use a portion of this underutilized
funding mechanism may be obtained by contacting Forrest R. Browne,
Debt Manager, State of Alaska -Department of Revenue, P.O. Box
110405, Juneau, Alaska 99811-0405 or calling him at 907-465-3750.
REGISTER NOW FOR THE 1994 AML LOCAL GOVERNMENT CONFERENCE!
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AML Touchstone ■ September 1994 Page 3
1994 AML Local
Conference Week Offers Variety of Options Where To Stay
AML's Local Government Conference Week offers more than just the conference
itself. Municipal associations, including the finance officers, attorneys, planners,
managers, clerks, and assessors will gather for training, sharing, and information
gathering from Sunday through Tuesday (additional information about program
content is available from each association).
The Alaska Conference of Mayors will meet on Tuesday, and both the AMUJIA
and the AML Investment Pool will hold their annual membership meetings and
Board meetings.
AML's widely acclaimed Newly Elected Officials (NEO) Seminar, facilitated by
Ginny Chitwood, is scheduled for Monday -Tuesday, November 14-15. The semi-
nar, which provides essential information for both newly elected and experienced
officials, will include sessions on working with groups in yourcommunity, budgeting,
conflict of interest, running an effective meeting, and the Open Meetings Act, among
other topics. Registration for the NEO Seminar is in addition to registration for the
Local Government Conference, but the registration form included in this issue can
be used for both. Additional information on the seminar will be mailed to municipal
clerks in early October so they can pass it on to their newly elected mayors and
council or assembly members.
The AML Board will meet twice during Conference Week: once on Tuesday in
preparation for the event and once on Saturday to greet the newly elected Board
members and the Legislative Committee and make plans for the 1995 legislative
session.
All in all, November 13-19 promises to be a busy week in Juneau -- plan now for
an informative and thought -provoking time. Register now, make your hotel
reservations, and make your travel plans!
Juneau Offers Extras
If Local Government Conference plan-
ners have their way, this year's gather-
ing of local government officials in
Alaska's Capital City will have some
new twists, including a "tourist's eye"
tour of the area on Tuesday for those
who've never been to Juneau (or never
had a chance to get away from the
Capitol or Centennial Hall) and a shop-
ping bus on Thursday night.
The Alaska State Museum will be
hosting a show of Ray Troll art work
beginning on November 12, and the
Alaska Folk Festival "Novemberfest" is
scheduled for November 11-12, giving
those arriving early for Conference
Week activities a chance to hear some
of the area's finest musicians. Other
cultural offerings in Juneau during AML
Conference Week include the opening
of Perseverance Theater's production
of "Little Shop of Horrors" -- AMI is trying
to make arrangements to get tickets to
a preview.
Local Government
Awards
Is there someone in your municipal
office who deserves to be recognized
for going the extra mile? Is there an
elected official you knowwho does more
than the job calls for? The Alaska Mu-
nicipal League's Excellence in Local
Government Awards Program was es-
tablished six years ago to recognize the
hard-working individuals in local gov-
ernment. In addition, municipalities may
nominate candidates for AML's Out-
standing Contribution Award.
A program flyer and application form
has been sentto all member municipali-
ties. Nominations are being sought for
Municipal Official of the Year and Mu-
nicipal Employee of the Year. Winners
will be announced at the Awards Ban-
quet at the 44th Annual Local Govern-
ment Conference.
Obtain a copy of the application form
from your clerk and nominate a deserv-
ing person. Applications are due Sep-
tember 23.
Plan aheadto guarantee that you'll:
your preferred hotel room and idenrlfy
yourself as an AML Local Government
Conference Week participant to get the
low conference rates.
Westmark Baranof
127 Franklin Street
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Telephone: 1-800-544-0907;
(907)586-2660
Number of Rooms: 175
Rate: $79.00 + tax, single or double
Westmark Juneau
51 Egan Drive
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Telephone: 1-800-544-0907;
(907)586-6900
Number of Rooms: 80
Rate: $88.00 + tax, single or double
Driftwood Lodge
435 Willoughby Avenue
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Telephone: 1-800-544-2239;
(907)586-2280
Number of Rooms: 43
Rate: $44 to $84 + tax (depending on
size and no. of people in room)
Prospector Hotel
375 Whittier Street
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Telephone: 1-800-544-0907;
(907)586-3737
Number of Rooms: 46
Rate: $46 to $78 + tax (dep. on view)
Breakwater 1 n n
1711 Glacier Avenue
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Telephone: 1-800-478-2250;
(907)586-6303
Number of Rooms: 15
Rate: $75.00 + tax, single or double;
$90.00 + tax for 3 or 4 people
Alaskan Hotel
167 South Franklin Street
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Telephone: (907)586-1000
Number of Rooms: 40
Rate: $50 + tax with private bath
$30 + tax with shared bath
Page 4 AML Touchstone ■ September 2994
Government Conference
The recently refurbished four-story
totem pole stands guard overdowntown
Juneau.
i
Important Elections Scheduled
This fall's elections schedule includes three important dates for Alaska Municipal
League -- October 4, November 8, and November 18.
Most are aware that a majority of Alaska's municipalities elect new mayors,
council and assembly members, and school boards in October, and November's
statewide election forthe legislature and Governor is attracting some attention after
a fairly lackluster primary season. Fewer, however, know that on November 18
delegates to the Local Government Conference will have an opportunity to elect
AML's leaders -- new members of the Board of Directors and a Second Vice
President.
The health and success of the League depend on the election of a dedicated and
competent Board and officers, just as the health and success of each community
depend on the election of dedicated and competent local officials and that of the
state on the election of a good Governor and legislators. Please consider
nominating a strong candidate from your area for one of these important League
positions. A Notice of Election, information on districts, and nomination form are
included in the insert to this issue of The Touchstone.
This year, because of legislative reapportionment, each AML Director seat is
open: half of the district directors will be elected for two-year terms and the other
half for one-year terms. The Board, in early August, adopted an amendment to the
Bylaws establishing new director districts. They are essentially the same as the
current AML districts, but do not conform exactly with reapportioned legislative
districts.
AML's Board consists of four officers - President, First Vice President, Second
Vice President, Immediate Past President; ten directors from geographic districts
and one director elected at large; and up to five Past Presidents. In addition, the
managers', attorneys', and clerks' associations are represented by ex officio
directors. The Board is the governing body of the League: it sets policy and
oversees League operations throughout the year. The Board meets five to six times
a year in person and via teleconference as necessary. In addition, Board members
are called upon to represent the League before the legislature and at other meetings
throughout the state.
Nominations (on the "Declaration of Candidacy and Financial Commitment" form)
will be accepted until Wednesday, November 16, when the Nominations Committee
will select a slate of candidates. Elections will be held on Friday, November 18.
Legislative Committee Seats Open
Did you ever wonder where AML's policy positions come from, or who suggests
most of the amendments to the Policy Statement, or who those folks are who get to
chair policy sections at conference and run around with special nametags? Well,
whether you did or not, you should knowthat the correct answerto all three questions
is the members of AML's Legislative Committee.
You, too, could join this group of AML leaders by asking your municipality to
nominate you forthe Legislative Committee. Nomination forms are included in the
insert to this issue of The Touchstone.
The Legislative Committee, which is chaired this year by Torn Boedeker, Kenai
Peninsula Borough Attorney, includes both elected and appointed officials from all
areas of the state. There are four subcommittees: Taxation and Finance; Education
and Local Government Powers; Economic Development& Resource Management
and Land Use; and Transportation, Utilities & Environment, and Public Safety.
Committee terms are two years, and nominations to the committee require
municipal support and financial commitment to enable the committee member to
take an active role.
AML Touchstone ■ September 1994 Page 5
1994 Legislation
Affecting
Municipalities
The following synopses of legislation
enacted during the Second Session of
the Eighteenth Alaska Legislature sum-
marize bills affecting municipalities and
wer perpared by the Legislative Affairs
Agency. Many other bills were passed
and signed into law by the Governor.
For copies of the session laws or more
information on other legislation, contact
your nearest Legislative Information
Office. Note: Chapter references here
are to the chapter of the "Session Laws
of 1994."
Chapters -BUDGET RESERVE FUND
Identifies sources of money received by
the state that are considered to be re-
ceived as a result of the termination of
an administrative proceeding for pur-
poses of applying the constitutional pro-
vision dealing with the budget reserve
fund. Identifies sources that are not
considered to be received as the result
of the termination of an administrative
proceeding. Defines the following
phrases used in the constitution: "the
amount available for appropriation," "the
amount appropriated for the previous
fiscal year," and "the amount of appro-
priations made in the previous calendar
year for the previous fiscal year." Re-
quires repayments to the budget re-
serve fund to be made by December 16
of the following fiscal year. Defines
"unrestricted revenue accruing to the
general fund" and "unreserved,
undesignated general fund balance car-
ded forward" as those phrases are used
in the bill. Declares that the substantive
provisions of the bill represent the intent
of the legislature when the resolution
establishing the budget reserve fund
was adopted in 1990. (SCS CSHB 58
(FIN))Effective Date:June 14, 1994
Chapter 7 - MUNICIPAL TAX EXEMP-
TIONS
Permits a municipality by ordinance to
exempt or partially exempt from taxa-
tion aircraft, boats that are not docu-
mented, pickup campers, shells, and
canopies, and unlicensed motorized all -
terrain vehicles, snow machines, and
trail bikes. (SSHB 263) Effective
Date:July 5, 1994
Chapter 14 - APPROPRIATIONS TO
AND FROM THE BUDGET RESERVE
FUND AND FOR EDUCATION
Makes appropriations to the constitu-
tionally established budget reserve fund
to comply with certain court decisions.
Makes appropriations from the budget
reserve fund to the general fund. Makes
appropriations to the Department of
Education for operating expenditures
for FY 1995 and for school construction.
(SCS CSHB 505(FIN) am SEffective
Date:April 15, 1994; sections 2 - 4 are
retroactive to July 1, 1993
Chapter 29 -MUNICIPAL TAXES AND
FEES ON CERTAIN AIR CARRIERS
Prohibits a municipality from imposing
a tax or fee on the air transportation of
individuals or goods by a federally cer-
tificated air carrier other than as autho-
rized by certain federal law. (SCS CSHB
406(RLS)) Effective Date:May 8, 1994
Chapter 32 - EMERGENCY PLAN-
NING AND RESPONSE
Makes changes in the membership quali-
fications of the Alaska State Emergency
Response Commission (SERC). Trans-
fers the SERC from the Department of
Environmental Conservation (DEC) to
the Department of Military and Veter-
ans' Affairs (DMVA). Eliminates the oil
and hazardous substance release re-
sponse fund as a source of funding for
maintaining DMVA's response corps and
emergency response depots but contin-
ues the use of the fund for DEC's con-
tracts for private personnel and sup-
plies for environmental preparedness
and cleanups and for DMVA's costs in
assisting DEC in a response or restora-
tion activity. Modifies the membership
qualifications of local emergency plan-
ning committees. Authorizes DMVA to
make grants for forming, training, and
equipping local emergency planning
committees and for helping the commit-
tees develop emergency plans and
implement federal laws. Clarifies the
duty of political subdivisions with re-
spect to disaster preparedness and re-
sponse activities. Eliminates a require-
ment that the state and regional oil
discharge prevention and contingency
plans be revised annually; requiresthem
to be revised only when necew
Transfersthe Hazardous Substance bVill
Technology Review Council from the
SERC to DEC. (HCS CSSB 33(FIN)
am H) Effective Date:Aug ust 6, 1994
Chapter 34 - ALASKA COASTAL
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Requires the Alaska Coastal Policy
Council to adopt regulations applicable
to coastal management consistency
reviews and determinations under the
state coastal management program.
Generally prescribes the subject matter
of the regulations to be adopted, includ-
ing notice and opportunity for public
comment, disposition of proposed de-
terminations, decision, and opportunity
to petition for administrative review. As
to certain matters, draws a distinction
between single agency determinations
and those required by law to be under-
taken by the Office of Management and
Budget. Limits the opportunity to peti-
tion for review of certain consistr -y
determinations. Requires the coy -_al
policy council to dispose of reviews of
consistency determinations by remand-
ing to the agency coordinating or mak-
ing the consistency review or by dis-
missing the petition. Prescribes public
notice requirements for enforcement
petitions, and limits the opportunity to
petition for enforcement. Defines "con-
sistency review." (CSSB 238(FIN)) Ef-
fective Date:August 7, 1994
Chapter 38 - ADMINISTRATIVE PRO-
CEDURES AND DECISIONS RELAT-
ING TO DISPOSAL OF LAND AND
INTERESTS IN LAND AND TO USES
AND ACTIVITIES SUBJECT TO THE
COASTAL MANAGEMENT PRO-
GRAM
Modifies the procedures applicable to
the making of best interest findings un-
der the Alaska Land Act (AS 38.05)
applicable to decisions by the Depart-
ment of Natural Resources relating to
disposal of state land and interests in it
to permit limiting the scope of adr, s-
trative review to reasonably foresee-
able, significant effects of the uses pro -
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posed to be authorized by the disposal
and limiting the review to discrete
phases of a multiphased development
,oroject. For proposed oil and gas lease
gale disposals, amends notice require-
ments applicable to preliminary and
final best interest findings, the nature
of the content of the preliminary and
final best interest findings, and the
standing of parties to seek administra-
tive appeal and judicial review of deci-
sions based on a final best interest
finding. Modifies procedures appli-
cable to coastal management consis-
tency determinations underthe Coastal
Management Act (AS 46.40) to permit
determinations based on proposed
uses and activities involving coastal
management resources undertaken in
phases. (CSSB 308(FIN) am (efd fld
H)) Effective Date:August 7, 1994
Chapter 40 -TAX CREDIT FOR HABI-
TAT PROTECTION IMPROVE-
MENTS
Permits a municipality to provide for a
river habitat protection credit to offset
a portion of property taxes due on land
"Ppon which an improvement has been
constructed that aids in protecting the
Kenai River or a tributary from degra-
dation of fish habitat or in restoring
riparian fish habitat along the Kenai
River or a tributary. Establishes limita-
tions on the amount of credit that may
be granted and standards for improve-
ments that may qualify for the credit.
(CSHB 306(RES) am S) Effective
Date:August 7, 1994
Chapter 49 - INVESTMENT POOLS
FOR PUBLIC ENTITIES
Permits an investment pool to invest in
certain securities with a final maturity
date that is longer than 13 months.
Permits investments in certain dollar -
denominated obligations issued by
United States branch of a foreign bank.
Permits securities held by an invest-
ment pool to be loaned under certain
conditions. Eliminates the prohibition
on a portfolio containing more than 30
percent of total investments in securi-
ties of companies whose principal busi-
ness is in the same industry. (HB 450)
Effective Date:May 24, 1994
Chapter58 - MUNICIPAL ORGANIZA-
TION
Provides that home rule cities in the
unorganized borough are school dis-
tricts. Alters standards and procedures
formunicipal incorporation, annexation,
detachment, merger, consolidation, re-
classification, and dissolution. Permits
formation of unified municipalities and
home rule cities through incorporation,
merger, or consolidation. Permits re-
classification of first class and home
rule cities to second class cities. (CSSB
164(RLS)) Effective Date:August 22,
1994
Chapter 60 - CHANGES RELATED
TO EDUCATION
Provides new authority to the Depart-
ment of Education regarding modifica-
tion or phasing of school construction
grant projects. Adds a provision allow-
ing a school board to adopt a school
term of at least 170 days, if certain
conditions are met. Repeals provisions
relating to interscholastic school activi-
ties. Allows the Commissioner of Edu-
cation to distribute funds relating to spe-
cial education pilot projects. Requires
special education for children requiring
intensive services to be funded under
AS 14.17.045(a). (HCS CSSB 312(FIN))
Effective Date: Section 3take effect July
11 1997; remainder of Act takes effect
July 1, 1994
Chapter 63 - CIVIL LIABILITY FOR
SKIING ACCIDENTS
Provides that a ski area operator is not
liable for an injury resulting from an
inherent danger and risk of skiing. Pro-
vides that if an inherent risk and danger
of skiing or a violation of certain statu-
tory duties contributes to the resulting
injury to the skier, a ski area operator is
not liable unless the ski area operator
also violated certain statutory duties.
Imposes certain duties on passengers
on ski lifts, on ski area operators, and on
skiers. Prohibits a ski area operator
from using certain liability releases.
(HCS CSSB "(FIN) am H) Effective
Date:May 26, 1994
Chapter 65 - TAX EXEMPTION FOR
STUDENT HOUSING
Grants a municipality the option of ex-
empting from taxation private owner-
ship interests in certain property used
exclusively for student housing for the
University of Alaska. (HCS CSSB
240(CRA)) Effective Date:August 23,
1994
Chapter 67 - PERMITS TO CARRY A
CONCEALED HANDGUN
Provides for the issuance of permits to
carry a concealed handgun. Provides
an affirmative defense to a charge of
carrying a concealed weapon if the
weapon concealed was a handgun that
the person possessed a permit to cant'
concealed and if the offense did not
occur in a municipality or village that
had prohibited concealed handguns.
Specifies places where the holder of a
concealed handgun permit may not
possess a concealed handgun. Speci-
fies the responsibilities of a holder of a
permit to carry a concealed handgun.
Allows municipalities and villages, by
local option election, to prohibit the
holder of a permit to carry a concealed
handgun from possessing a concealed
handgun within the municipality or vil-
lage. Amends current law relating to
when a deadly weapon is concealed on
a person and when a firearm is loaded.
(SCS CSHB 351(STA) am S)
Effective Date:AS 18.65.780 -
18.65.790, added by sec. 4, take effect
May 28, 1994; remainder of Act takes
effect October 1, 1994
Chapter 69 - OPEN MEETINGS OF
GOVERNMENTAL BODIES
Deletes application of the open meet-
ings law to the legislature but requires
legislators to abide by open meetings
principles. Requires the Select Com-
mittee on Legislative Ethics to develop
guidelines, with the adoption of initial
guidelines subjectto legislative approval.
Requires agency materials to be made
available at teleconference locations if
practicable. Requires a motion to con-
vene in executive session to describe
the subject of the proposed executive
session without defeating the purpose
of addressing the subject in private.
Allows direction to be given to an attor-
ney or labor negotiator at an executive
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AML Touchstone ■ September 1994 Page 7
Legislation (continued)
session. Adds to the list of subjects that
may be considered in executive session
matters involving consideration of gov-
ernment records that by law are not
subject to public disclosure. Adds to the
list of meetings not subject to the open
meetings law staff meetings of employ-
ees of a public entity and certain meet-
ings held forthe purpose of participating
in a gathering of a national, state, or
regional organization. Provides that
action taken contrary to the open meet-
ings law is voidable and requires the
court to consider certain factors before
determining whether an action is void.
Defines "governmental body," "meet-
ing," and "public entity" for purposes of
applying the law. (CCS HB 254) Effec-
tive Date:June 3, 1994
Chapter 70 - DRUG -FREE RECRE-
ATION AND YOUTH CENTERS
Provides that a person commits a felony
if the person possesses a controlled
substance within 500 feet of a recre-
ation or youth center. Provides an affir-
mative defense for possession in pri-
vate residences and allows municipali-
ties to erect "drug -free recreation and
youth center zone" signs. (SB 319)
Effective Date:September 1, 1994
Chapter 94 - WORKERS' COMPEN-
SATION FOR VOLUNTEER FIRE
FIGHTERS
Provides that a volunteer fire fighter
who is injured while participating in au-
thorized training is considered, forwork-
ers' compensation purposes, to have
suffered an injury related to employ-
ment as a fire fighter. (SCS
HB 221(L&C)) Eff. Date:June 7, 1994
Chapter 105 - DRUG TESTING FOR
SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
Requires school districts and regional
educational attendance areas that pro-
vide school bus transportation to re-
quire that school bus drivers be tested
for the use of drugs or alcohol and
permits disciplining, including terminat-
ing the employment of, a driver who
tests positive for the improper use of
drugs or alcohol. (CSHB 2(RLS) am S)
Effective Date:September 7, 1994
Chapter 106 - FUNDS RELATED TO
WATER AND SOLID WASTE
Amends provisions governing use of
the waterquality enhancement and water
supply, waste water, and solid waste
systems fund. Amends provisions re-
lating to the Alaska clean water fund.
Creates the Alaska clean water account,
Alaska drinking water fund, and the
Alaska drinking water account.
(CSSB 330(RLS)) Effective Date: Sec-
tions 12 and 13 are conditional; remain-
der of Act takes effect July 1, 1994
Chapter 107 - UNDERGROUND PE-
TROLEUM STORAGE TANK SYS-
TEMS
Allows a person who is denied state
financial assistance relating to under-
ground petroleum storage tanks to ap-
peal the denial to the Board of Storage
Tank Assistance. Sets a December 31,
1994, application deadline for persons
to apply for state financial assistance to
upgrade or close an underground petro-
leum storage tank. Allows a person who
applies for upgrade or closure assis-
tance by that deadline to apply for
cleanup assistance later even though
the normal deadline for applying for
cleanup assistance has passed if the
person discovers during the. upgrading
or closure process that there is contami-
nation that was not reasonably obvious
before December 22, 1993. (CSHB
513(STA)) Effective Date:July 1, 1994
Chapter 108 - GRANT LAND FOR
LAKE AND PENINSULA BOROUGH
Establishes the general grant land en-
titlement for the Lake and Peninsula
Borough at 125,000 acres. Permits
land to be selected in satisfaction of the
entitlement before October 1, 1996.
(SCS HB 259(CRA)) Effective
Date:June 11, 1994
Chapter 111 - VOTER ELIGIBILITY
AND VOTER REGISTRATION
Makes amendments to definitions of
voter eligibility and to voter registration
procedures set out in the state's Elec-
tion Code (AS 15) and in state statutes
defining the duties of certain state agen-
cies in order to conform state law to
requirements of the National Voter Reg-
istration Act of 1993, the so-called "mo-
tor -voter" bill. (SB 303) Effective
Date:Section 18 takes effect June 11,
1994; remainder of Act takes effect
September 8, 1994
Chapter 114 - GRAND JURY TESTI-
MONY BY PEACE OFFICERS
Amends Alaska Rule of Criminal Proce-
dure 6(r) to provide that hearsay evi-
dence presented by a peace officer is
admissible in evidence before a grand
jury if the peace officer was involved in
the investigation, the evidence consists
of statements and observations of an-
other peace officer, and additional evi-
dence is introduced to corroborate the
evidence. Requires a court to dismiss
an indictment resulting from the hear-
say evidence if the evidence is inaccu-
rate and the inaccuracy prejudices sub-
stantial rights of the defendant.
(CSSB 349(JUD) am H) Effective
Date:September 15, 1994
Chapter 116 - ARREST FOR VIOLA-
TION OF CONDITIONS OF RELEASE
Authorizes a peace officer, without a
warrant, to arrest a person whom the
peace officer has reasonable cA 3# to
believe has violated conditions imposed
as part of the person's release before
trial on a charge of having committed
(1) certain crimes against a family mem-
ber, (2) misdemeanor stalking, (3) a
violation of a domestic violence restrain-
ing order, or (4) a felony sex offense.
(SB 350) Effective Date:June 18, 1994
Chapter .119 - LAW ENFORCEMENT
TRAINING SURCHARGE
Requires the imposition of a surcharge
for state and municipal vehicle and traf-
fic offenses. Permits a court to allow a
defendant who is unable to pay the
surcharge to perform community work
in lieu of the surcharge. Establishes the
Alaska Police Standards Training Fund
in the general fund, authorizes the leg-
islature to deposit the surcharges into
the fund, and allows the legislature to
make appropriations from the fund for
law enforcement training purposes or
any other lawful purpose. (SCS CSHB
319(JUD) am S) Effective Date- uary
1, 1996
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Chapter 123 - PROPERTY TAXING
POWER FOR SECOND CLASS CIT-
IES
- Increases the amount of property taxes
hat may Y be levied b a second class
city from one-half of one percent to two
percent of the assessed value of the
property taxed. (SCS CSSSHB
397(JUD)) Effective Date:September
26, 1994
Chapter 127 - AVIATION FUEL TAX
Increases, from four cents to four and
seven -tenths cents, the tax per gallon
on aviation gasoline and, from two and
one-half to three and two -tenths cents,
the tax per gallon on other aviation fuel,
if the gasoline or fuel is sold, trans-
ferred, or consumed in the state. Elimi-
nates the tax increase if, before January
1, 2000, the Department of Transporta-
tion and Public Facilities increases land-
ing fees at rural airports. (CSSB 256
(TRA))Effective Date:Sections 3 and 5
are conditional; remainder of Act takes
effect September 27, 1994
Chapter 128 - OIL AND HAZARDOUS
'SUBSTANCES RELEASE RE-
-= SPONSE FUND, OIL CONSERVA-
TION SURCHARGE
Renames and divides into two accounts
the oil and hazardous substances re-
lease response fund ("470 fund"), adds
to the sources from which money may
be appropriated to maintain each of the
fund's two accounts, revises the objec-
tives for which money in each of the
accounts may be expended, changes
the conditions under which money from
the accounts may be used to respond to
releases orthreatened releases of oil or
a hazardous substance, and makes a
series of related amendments. Termi-
nates the current nickel -per -barrel oil
conservation surcharge, replaces it with
two oil conservation surcharges, and
modifies the conditions underwhich one
of the two conservation surcharges may
be suspended and reimposed. Extends
financial assistance payable under the
municipal impact grant program to
school districts. Repeals the Citizens'
Oversight Council on Oil and Other
)Hazardous Substances and the author-
ity to use money in the fund to construct
new marine highway vessels. Sets out
in temporary law transitional provisions
Position Vacancies
City Manager - City of Emmonak.
The City of Emmonak (population 724)
is seeking a City Manager. Under the
direction of the city council, the City
Manager is responsible for the daily
management of all city operations,
including the preparation and imple-
mentation of the general operating,
utilities, and capital project budgets,
grant writing and compliance experi-
ence, personnel supervision, and plan-
ning and coordination with federal,
state, and local agencies. The posi-
tion requires a "hands-on" type per-
son, with a strong background in ad-
ministrative finance, knowledge of
accounting essentials, and grants and
program development. Persons sub-
mitting resumes should be experi-
enced with conflict resolution, and
cross-cultural communication and
have good writing and verbal commu-
nication skills. Four years experience
in public administration, including non-
profit organizations, and a B.A. in pub-
lic or business administration may be
substituted for four years of work ex-
applicable to use of the balance of the
oil and hazardous substances release
response fund. (HCS CSSB 215(FIN)
am H) Effective Date:October 2, 1994
SPECIAL SESSION:
Chapter 2 - APPROP: MAKING AND
AMENDING OPERATING AND CAPI-
TAL APPROPRIATIONS AND RATI-
FYING CERTAIN EXPENDITURES
Makes and amends operating and capi-
tal appropriations for fiscal years ending
June 30, 1994, and June 30, 1995, to
provide additional money for existing
purposes and to provide money for new
purposes. Includes appropriations for
$51,673,439.55, of which $27,908,485
was appropriated from the general fund.
perience. Salary: DOE, three -bed-
room home provide by the City of
Emmonak. Send resumes to City
Clerk, City of Emmonak, P. O. Box 9,
Emmonak, Alaska 99581. The City
of Emmonak is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
City Manager - City of Mountain
Village. The City of Mountain Vil-
lage (pop.802) is seeking a city man-
ager to begin work as soon as pos-
sible. Mountain Village is a second
class city located on the Lower Yukon
River. Qualifications: BA degree in
public administration, business, city
administration, or related field pre-
ferred. Experience in Alaska local
govemment, administration, grants
management, and public utility op-
eration desired. Salary DOE - hous-
ing available. Open until filled. Send
resume and minimum of four refer-
ences to City Manager, City of Moun-
tain Village, P. O. Box 32085, Moun-
tain Village, Alaska 99632.
Amends funding sources and increases
total appropriation of appropriations for
fiscal year 1994 and reduces other ap-
propriations for fiscal year 1994. In a
subsection in which the legislature had
amended a prior appropriation to in-
crease the total amount appropriated,
decrease the amount appropriated from
the general fund, and increase the
amount appropriated from other funds,
the govemor, by line item veto, changed
the funding sources for the amended
amount of the appropriation by increas-
ing the amended general fund amount
and decreasing the amended amount
appropriated from other funds. Appro-
priates money for judgments, settle-
ments, claims, grievance awards, court
costs, and attorney fees.
(continued on page 10)
AML Touchstone ■ September 1994 Page 9
Legislation (continued)
Ratifies overexpenditures by the De-
partment of Education ($45), Depart-
ment of Natural Resources ($7,240.75)9
Department of Fish and Game
($313,171.86), Department of Trans-
portation and Public Facilities
($376,227.07), Department of Public
Safety ($36,611.33), and Department
of Administration ($6,985.20). (SCS
CSHB 455(FIN) am S) Effective
Date:June 9, 1994
Chapter 3-APPROP: FISCAL YEAR
1996 OPERATING BUDGET
Appropriates money for operating ex-
penses of state government for fiscal
year ending June 30,1995.The Legisla-
ture, appropriated $3,125,551,140, in-
cluding $1,589,929,518 from the gen-
eral fund and $1,535,621,622 from other
funds, in addition to unspecified amounts
from program receipts, insurance settle-
ments, federal funds, constitutional bud-
get reserve fund, and othersources. By
line item veto, the govemor reduced the
amount appropriated from the general
fund by $2,236,500 and from otherfunds
by $8,978,300. (CCS HB 370) Effective
Date:July 1, 1994
Chapter 4 - APPROP: CAPITAL
PROJECTS AND CAPITAL PROJECT
MATCHING GRANT -FUNDS
Makes appropriations for capital projects
and other activities of state govemment
and for the capital project matching
grant funds for projects for municipali-
ties and unincorporated communities.
The Governor's vetoes removed state-
ments of legislative intent from the Act
but did not reduce or eliminate appro-
priations. (HCS CSSB 363(FIN)) Effec-
tive Date:July 1, 1994
Chapter 5 - RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF
THE STATE MENTAL HEALTH
TRUST
Amends and extends the provisions of
ch. 66, SLA 1991, re-establishing the
state mental health trust in line with the
requirements of State v. Weiss, 706
P.2d 681 (Alaska 1985). Reassigns
responsibilities relating to management
of the mental health trust fund and its
net income and to management of land
retumed to trust status. Modifies provi-
sions relating to the duties of the Alaska
Mental Health Trust Authority and of
various boards, commissions, and agen-
cies having responsibility for provision
of mental health -related programs.
Changes the composition of the Alaska
Mental Health Trust Authority and makes
appointment of its members subject to
legislative confirmation. Ratifies and
confirms certain previous conversions
of former mental health trust land. Adds
provisions bearing upon replacement
land to be selected by municipalities for
former mental health trust land con-
veyed by the state to municipalities and
retumed to trust status. Repeals certain
provisions of ch. 66, SLA 1991, and
substitutes new provisions applicable to
the recomposition of the mental health
trust corpus as to both land retumed to
trust status and money to compensate
the trust for land not returned to trust
status. Ties the taking effect of the
changes set out in ch. 66, SLA 19r
and related amendments made by t .
Act to settlement of the outstanding
disputes relating to recomposition of
the mental health trust not later than
December 15, 1994, or, if, under con-
ditions specified that deadline is ex-
tended by not more than 45 days by the
govemor, then to the date specified by
the govemor, and repeals ch. 66, SLA
1991, and the related amendments
made by this Act if that settlement does
not occur before that deadline.
(SCS CSHB 201 (FIN)) Effective
Date:Sections 3 - 9,12 -16,19 - 21, 23
- 309 33 - 36, 43, 469 48, and 49 are
conditional; remainder of Act takes
effect June 24, 1994
Chapter 6 - APPROP: CAPITALIZ-
ING THE MENTAL HEALTH TRUST
FUND
Appropriates $200,000,000 to capital-
ize the mental health trustfund, contin-
gent upon the settlement of the mental
health trust land litigation. (SCS C:
371(FIN)) Effective Date:June 24, 1 W4
Chapter 8 - REAPPROPRIATIONS
Makes, amends, and reappropriates
appropriations and extends the lapse
dates for existing appropriations. (SCS
CSHB 441(FIN) am S) Effective
Date:June 30, 1994; section 24 is ret-
roactive to August 11, 1993
Appropriations for capital projects and capital project matching grants go
a long way to help communities with public works projects such as this
harbor expansion in Saint George.
Page 10 AML Touchstone ■ September 2994
Green Star to
Hold Statewide
'onference
You won't want to miss the "Green
Star Over Alaska" Conference to be
held Wednesday and Thursday, Octo-
ber 19 and 20,1994, at the Anchorage
Hilton Hotel. Anchorage's Green Star
program is sponsoring the conference,
which is subtitled "How to Reduce
Waste, Prevent Pollution, and Enhance
Your Bottom Line." About 150 to 200
delegates from across Alaska are ex-
pected to participate. Hosts for the
conference are the Anchorage Cham-
ber of Commerce, the Alaska Depart-
ment of Environmental Conservation's
Pollution Prevention Office and the
Alaska Center for the Environment.
Presenters on the first day of the
conference include Michael Brown, di-
rector of environmental worldwide pro-
grams for Patagonia, the successful
outdoor clothing company based in
California, Chuck Clarke, Regional
*dministrator, Region X office of the
J.S. Environmental Protection Agency;
and Mary Jarrett, CEO of Amazing
Recycled Products, a national distribu-
torof 300 products made from recycled
materials.
If you want to learn how to save
money rid be environmentallyrespon-
sible, and also meet successful Green
Star businesses and organizations from
around the state, plan to attend this
important event. Registration is just
$50 and includes lunch on the first day.
Call the Green Star office at The An-
chorage Chamber of Commerce, 272-
2401, for information. (Limited schol-
arships are available.)
The Green Star Program was devel-
oped in Anchorage in 1990 as a volun-
tary effort to help businesses be more
environmentally responsible. The goal
is to showthat preventing pollution and
being energy efficient can save com-
munities and businesses money. Addi-
tional funding is provided by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency, the
,Jffice the Governor of the State of
Alaska, and AKEEF through Alaska
Housing Finance Corp.
Alaska Municipal League
Associates & Affiliates
ACCOUNTING/AUDITING
BankAmerica State Trust Company
Elgee, Rehfeld, & Funk, CPAs
First National Bank
Mikunda, Cottrell & Company
George K Baum & Company
KPMG Peat Marwick
J. C. Bradford and Company
National Bank of Alaska
ATTORNEYS
Public Financial Management, Inc.
Lehman Brothers, Inc.
Birch, Horton, Bittner & Cherot
Ronald L. Baird
INSURANCE/RISK MANAGEMENT
Copeland, Landye, Bennett and Wolf
Brady &Company
m
Davis Wright Treaine
Hicks, Boyd, Charulier &Falconer
Gallagher Heffernan insurance Brokers
Hughes Thorsness Gantz Powell &
Northern Adjusters, Inc.
Brandin
Perkins Coie
MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATIONS
Preston Thorgrimson Shidler Gates
Alaska Association of Assessing Ofrkers
& Ellis
Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks
Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh,
Alaska Association of Chiefs of Police
P.C.
Alaska Chapter/American Planning
Wohlforth, Argetsinger, Johnson &
Association
Brecht
Alaska Conference of Mayors
Alaska Fire Chiefs Association
COMMUNICATION
Alaska Municipal Attorneys Association
Alascom, Inc.
Alaska Municipal Finance Officers
Association
CONSULTING/P LAN N I N G
Alaska Municipal Management Association
Alaska Recreation and Park Association
Alaska Department of Community
North/Northwest Mayors Conference J
and Regional Affairs
Southwest Alaska Municipal Conference
Alaska Division of Governmental
Coordination
Alaska State Ubrary, Archives and
NATIVE ASSOCIATIONS
Museums
Central Council Tlingit & Haida
Ginny Chitwood and Company
IndianTribes of Alaska
James A. VanAttvorst & Associates
OIL & GAS EXPLORATION
EDUCATION/TRAINING/
ARCO Alaska, Inc.
INFORMATION
Chevron USA
Rasmuson Library/Periodicals
Alyeska Pipeline Company
ENGINEERING
RETIREMENT/BENEFITS
ASCG, Inc.
Phil A. Younker & Associates, Ltd.
CH2M Hill, Inc.
HDR Engineering, Inc.
TRANSPORTATION/
Montgomery Watson
ACCOMMODATION
FINANCIAL SERVICES/
Alaska Airlines, Inc.
Westmark Hotels
BANKING
Alaska Municipal Bond Bank
Authority
SEND IN YOUR NOMINATIONS
FOR THE EXCELLENCE IN
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AWARDS!
AML Touchstone ■ September 1994 Page 11
Video Program
Offers Variety
The Government Services Televi-
sion Network (GSTN), which produces
monthly training videos for local gov-
ernment officials, has released its Au-
gust program. The Alaska Municipal
League and the Alaska Municipal
League Joint Insurance Association
are co -sponsoring the subscription to
the monthly video service for their
members. This new service has re-
ceived a great deal of interest from
several members. The August edition
features the following:
GSTN Journal - News stories on Cable
Television Rate Reduction Survey,
Proposed Americans with Disabilities
ActRule Changes, Supreme CourtLand
Use Ruling, Flooding in Georgia, Com-
puter Supports Water Use Reduction,
The Value of Trees, Project America,
and National League of Cities Annual
Survey.
Leadership Spotlight - "StreetBeat:
Gable Television as a Community Po-
licing Measure." This program has
provided a police community forum
and connection that have significantly
reduced crime.
Money Watch - "Conduit Occupancy
Leasing Program" - Palo Alto, Califor-
nia. This segment discusses how com-
munities can utilize existing resources
to retain businesses and generate rev-
enue.
Human Factor - "The Anatomy of a
Service Professional. Mastering the
Challenges. " A customer service pre-
sentation by human resource manager
Phillip Van Hooser on dealing with
difficult (often confrontational) custom-
ers.
Training Track - "Understanding and
Setting Performance Standards, Part
One: Performance Standards Primer. "
Supervisory training on understanding
and setting performance standards.
The August video may be checked
outthrough the AM Library. Also avail-
able are GSTN videos for April, May,
June, and July. If you are interested in
learning more about the GSTN pro-
gram or would like to check out any of
the tapes, please call Julie Krafft at
586 1325
League's Deferred Compensation
Plan Off and Running!!
The AMUNACo Deferred Compensation Program, an offering of PEBSCO, f
and running. Aniakwas the first community to enroll and provide this new benefit
to its employees. It was soon joined by Unalakleet, Kenai, Soldotna, Palmer, and
Wasilla. Several more local governments are currently reviewing the plan.
Phil Younker, AML's PEBSCO representative, says, "Everyone who has looked
at the program is super -impressed. The broad selection of investment options, the
competitive interest rates in the fixed account, and the fact that there are no front
end sales loads, no contract or administrative fees, and no back end sales fees are
very popular." The AMUNACo program is not just another deferred compensa-
tion program. It's the largest and best program available to municipal governments
and their employees, with 190,000 country employees from over 2,100 enrolled.
These public employees have accumulated assets in excess of $2 billion, making
the NACo program the largest deferred compensation program for public employ-
ees. NACo could not have achieved this distinction without offering a program that
counties view as the best for their employees; after all, in most cases counties
competitively bid to select a deferred compensation plan. NACo's plan continually
beats the competition.
What does NACo do differently that sets its program apart from the others and
demonstrates that it is the best program available for public employees? First, it
has established an Advisory Committee composed of fourteen county officials
from around the nation and from various professional backgrounds to ensure that
the program meets the unique needs of counties and their employees and to find
new ways to improve the program. Next, it has teamed up with two corporate
partners, PEBSCO and Nationwide Life Insurance Company, that have proven
over and over to be the industry innovators and leaders.
In addition, the program offers participants the most diverse mix of invesh.. -,it
options to choose from in the industry -- a competitive fixed option and seventeen
mutual fund options. Six more options will be added in September 1994. See the
AMUNACo ad in this issue of The Touchstone -- you'll recognize most of the funds
the program offers. Even if you currently offer a deferred compensation plan,
you can still offer the AMUNACo plan to your employees without having to replace
your existing provider. And the best part is you can add the AMUNACo Program
at no cost to your municipality or to the employees who choose to participate.
Phil A. Younker & Assoc., Ltd. of PEBSCO can discuss the details of the AMU
NACo Deferred Compensation Program and help you enroll your community. You
can contact him at 452-6393 in Fairbanks, 272-6393 in Anchorage, and 1-800-478-
6393 for the rest of the state. Please give Phil a chance to show how you can offer
your employees the best deferred compensation program available -- the AMU
NACo Deferred Compensation Program.
Sponsors Sought for 1994 Conference
Companies, individuals, and organizations that support local government
in Alaska are asked to consider sponsoring an event at the 44th Annual AML
Local Government Conference. Sponsorships of receptions, speakers, cof-
fee breaks, entertainment, and other conference activities make it possible
forAMLto continue planning high -quality conferences while keeping registra-
tion fees relatively low. A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available.
Sponsors get special recognition at the conference, in the conference
program, and in The Touchstone.
Please call Chrystal Smith at 586-1325 if you are interested in sponsom ig
an event or if you know of a business, organization, or individual that should
be contacted about a sponsorship.
Page 12 AML. Touchstone ■ September 2994
AML/NACo Deferred Compensation Program
now available to your community
FixedAccount
Interest Rate guaranteed in 1994 6.2%
Interest Rate actually paid in:
First Quarter 1994 6.9%
Second Quarter 1994 6.8%
Third Quarter 1994 6.75%
4% Bonus on Account Transfers
On account transfers from other deferred compensation plans into the AML/NACo
guaranteed fund, your transfer will be credited at 104%.
Transfers are required to stay in the guaranteed fund for two full years in order to receive the bonus.
Your first -year effective `rield would be 10.75%
r r
NACo's Variable Account
The following underlying Mutual Funds are available
Fidelity Magellan Fund
Fidelity Contrafund
Twentieth Century Ultra Investors
Investment Company of America
Putman Investors Fund
Seligman Growth Fund
Mass Investors Growth Stock Fund
Putman Voyager Fund
Twentieth Century Growth Investors
Fidelity Equity -Income Fund
Dreyfus Third Century Fund
Nationwide Fund
Bond Fund of America
MFS High Income Fund
Federated Intermediate Govt. Trust
Nationwide Monev Market Fund
AIM STIC Treasury Portfolio
r
The following new funds were added September 1, 1994
Fidelity Puritan Fund
Fidelity O T C Portfolio Fund
Templeton Foreign Fund
Neuberger -Berman Guardian Fund
MAS Fixed -Income Portfolio Fund
T. Rowe Price International Stock Fund
Learn how you can offer the AML/NACo
Program to Your Employees Today
Call 1-800-478-6393
AML Touchstone ■ September 1994 Page 13
Looking for Training
Opportunities?
Alaska Health Summit 1994 - Sep-
tember 26-28, Sheraton Anchorage
Hotel. The 1994 Summit is an opportu-
nity for Alaskans to explore tools for
building healthy communities. Regis-
tration fee is $195 or $75 per day. Call
907-276-8700 for more information.
Files and Records Management
Workshop - September 20 & Decem-
ber 14 in Anchorage; September 21 in
Fairbanks; and September 13 and No-
vember 16 in Juneau. All workshops
are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Topics
include overview of records manage-
ment, definition of records, basic filing
systems and arrangements, files equip-
ment and selection, work saving tips,
much more. Registration fee is $95.
Call the State of Alaska Productivity
Improvement Center at 465-3411 for
more information.
American Trails 12th National Trails
Symposium - September27 - October
1 at the Egan Convention Center in
Anchorage. Field trips are planned for
September 30. Registration fees vary
depending on participation. Call the
Alaska Recreation and Park Associa-
tion at 248-5868 for more information.
Alaska Environmental Regulation
Briefing - October 17-18 at the Egan
Convention Center in Anchorage. Find
out the latest on Alaska Coastal Zone
Management, the Clean Air Act, the
Clean WaterAct, Environmental Regu-
lation through Public Land Manage-
ment, Wetlands Regulation, and the
Endangered Species Act, sponsored
by Executive Enterprises. Registration
fee is $1,195 per person. Call 1-800-
831-8333 for more information.
Municipal Calendar
Sept. 7-10 AMUACoM Leadership Summit (for Legislative Com-
mittee, AML Board, AMUJIA Board and ACoM),
Lands End, Homer. Call 586-1325 for more informa-
tion.
Sept. 21-24 "Connecting Through Partnerships," NLC 12th Annual
Local Government Professionals Conference, St. Pe-
tersburg, Florida. Call NLC Leadership Hotline at 202-
626-3170 for more information.
Sept. 26-28 Alaska Health Summit 1994, Sheraton Anchorage Ho-
tel. Call 907-346-2921 for more information.
Sept. 28-30 "Watersheds'94 Expo" Bellevue, Washington. Exchange
ideas on watershed protection. Call 586-1325 for more
information.
Sept. 27-Oct 1 12th National Trails Symposium, Anchorage Hilton Hotel.
For more information, call ARPA at 248-5868.
Oct. 11 Learn About the ADA and How to Comply with the Law,
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel. Call 907-465-3411 for more
information.
Nov. 8 General Election Day
Nov. 13-18 AML Local Government Conference Week, Juneau
Call 586-1325 for more information.
Dec. 1-4 National League of Cities Congress of Cities, Minneapo-
lis, MN. Call NLC at 202-626-3000 for more information.
Quality Improvement Strategies for
the Public Sector - October 17-18 in
Richland, Washington, and October
19-20 in Seattle, Washington. Improve
your service level, lower your costs,
and increase customer satisfaction.
Sponsored by the Washington State
University Conferences & Institutes.
Registration fee is $525 per person.
Call 1-800-942-4978 for additional in-
formation.
Understanding Personnel Law- No-
vember 8-9 in Anchorage. Basic train-
ing for managers, supervisors, and staff
to prevent expensive, time-consuming
charges, and litigation. Registration fee
is $395 each or $375 each for two or
more people. Call 510-934-8333 to
register.
NACo's Employment Policy & Hu-
man Services Conference - Novem-
ber 18-22 in Dallas, Texas. This confer-
ence is divided into several subject ar-
eas including employment and training,
health services, mental health, welfare,
children's initiative, and aging. Fees for
members are $250 if registered by Oc-
tober 14 and $295 if postmarked after
October 14. Call AML at 586-13' `or
more information.
Page 14 AML Touchstone ■ September 2994
1994 AML Local Government Conference
and Newly Elected Officials Seminar
Rogistratim rorm
Name
Title
Municipality/Organization
Mailing Address
Name of Spouse/Guest Registering
(non -municipal official)
ADVAHE REDIS71ATION
AML Local Government Conference Newly Elected OtTcials Seminar
(November 16-18) (November 14-15)
$225 Member $150 Member
$3 00 Non-member $175 Non-member
$150 Spouse/Guest $ 50/day Spouse/Guest
(non -municipal official) (non -municipal official)
LATE/OloSITS REGISMATION
(postmarked after October 28, 1994)
AML Local Government Conference Newly Elected Officials Seminar
$250 Member $175 Member
$325 Non-member $200 Non-member
$175 Spouse/Guest $ 50/day Spouse/Guest
(non -municipal official) (non -municipal official)
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $
NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE ON REGISTRA TIONS CANCELLED A FTER NO VEMBER 9
Please mail this form plus fees to:
Alaska Municipal League
217 Second Street, Suite 200
Juneau, Alaska 99801
phone:907-586-1325 fax:907-463-5480
REGISTER NOW - ADVANCE REGISTRATION SAVES TIME AND MONEY!
AML Touchstone ■ September 1994 Page 15
Alaska Municipal League
217 Second Street, Suite 200 . s
Juneau, Alaska 99801
i!: & E M :e
Ani
Carol Freas
City Clerk
City of Kenai 01
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200
Kenai, Alaska 99611
PLEASE COPY AND DISTR IBUTE
Behbahani and Balzer Join
Juneau Office; Anchorage
AMUJIA Staff Expands
Callers to the Juneau office of both AML and AMUJIA may
not recognize the new voices on the phone, butthey will soon.
Both AML and AMUJIA have new part-time secretaries.
Susan Behbahani, the League's secretary, has lived in
Juneau forfour years. She is working on ateaching credential
at University of Alaska Southeast and has a B.A. from San
Diego State. Susan has an interesting background, having
lived in both Iran and Hawaii. She'll be providing the back-
bone work of the League: answering phones, maintaining
mailing and fax lists, handling mailings and publication
orders, general recordkeeping, and correspondence. In
addition, we are counting on her to keep us better organized!
Rena Balzer, who will be providing support for the Juneau
office of the AML Joint Insurance Association (AMUJIA),
comes to us with extensive computer experience. Most
recently Rena, who was an NCCAA All American in women's
basketball in 1986, has been working in the computerized
printing/copy business. Rena graduated from Northwest
College in Seattle with a degree in literature.
In Anchorage, Pam Williams and Misty Coughlin are the
newest staff members. Pam, recently hired as the AMUJIA
accountant, moved from Fairbanks, where she worked forthe
Fairbanks North Star Borough. Misty, who is providing sup-
port services for the risk management staff, is a graduate of
Charter Collage in the Computerized Office Associate and
Paralegal programs.
Please introduce yourselves when you call and get to know
these new additions to the AML and AMUJIA staffs.
New AML secretary, Susan Sebahani.
Rena Balzer joins the AML/J1A Juneau office.
Page 16 AML Touchstone ■ September 2994
Alaska Municipal: League Nominations -and FJections-
September 1994
AML offi'cers and members of the Alaska Municipal League Board of Directors are".
elected each year at the Annuo/ Meeting,: .The Board of Directors -is the. governing
`body of the League and directsthe administration and policy of the AML'throuont `
the>>rear ��on behalf o f the � memberx A =-notice o f ;election -.-and : de.:
clerbtion o f
candidacy form for the AML Board ore included in this insert. Thou interested in the:-
AML'Election Procedures should request Q copy from the AML oj�i'ce'(586=1325�
Much of the work of developing AML policy positions is done by -the AML tegislctiva .'
'I Corr�mittee,.whicb includes elected and appointed: o fflcials r+epreuntfnj,oll breos of '<
the state and all types of member municipolitfes. Each rear at the -end of the Loco)
Government>:'Co�eronce the.., AML Pe+esident op¢e►ints �- new members to <:: tbat_>
=mr the, serve for two-yeor��terms :: A mcommittee Members
'Legislative Committee is included In this packet
League member will also elect a person to represent AML on the Board of Dircctorr-
of the National_ Association of Counties (NAC4 A nomination form for the NACo
position is in this insert.
Pkose copy the nomination forms and other information in this pocket for interested-'
individuals and retain these materiels for reference.
ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE
NOTICE- OF ANNUAL- ELECTION
Notice is hereby given that Election of Officers and Directors will be held at the Annual Meeting of the
Alaska Municipal League on November 18, 1994, for the election of:
SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT
■ Second Vice President for a one-year term, with automatic succession to First Vice President
and President, to be elected at large by the qualified member municipalities of the League._
Nominations will not be accepted from Director Districts 3, 4, or 8.
NOTE: Article Il, Section 3, of the AML Bylaws specifies that the "President, Vice Presidents, and
Immediate Past President shall be chosen from different director districts.... " Therefore, nominees for
the Second Vice President position cannot be from District 3 (Kenai Peninsula: John Torgerson, incoming
Immediate Past President), District 8 (North Slope: Donald Long, incoming President), or District 4 (Donna
Fischer, Valdez, incoming First Vice President).
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NOTE: Because of legislative reapportionment, all AML director districts had to be redefined prior to the
1994 election of officers. New AML Director Districts were adopted in an amendment to the Bylaws passed
by the AML Board on August 3, 1994, in accordance with powers granted to the Board by a member -
adopted amendment to the Articles of Incorporation in November 1993. New districts include essentially
the same municipalities as the old AML Director districts. Directors elected in 1994 from odd -numbered
districts will have one-year terms, and those elected from even -numbered districts will have two-year terms.
For a complete list of cities and boroughs within each AML Director District, contact AML.
■ Five (5) directors for one-year terms to -be elected at large by the qualified member
municipalities of the League from each of the following districts: Director District 1; Director
District 3; Director District 5; Director District 7; Director District 9
■ Five (5) directors for two-year terms to be elected at large by the qualified member municipalities
of the League from each of the following districts: Director District 2; Director District 4; Director
District 6; Director District 8; Director District 10
■ One (1) director for aone-year term to be elected at large by the qualified member
municipalities of the League from any one of the ten director districts.
REPRESENTATIVE ON BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES
■ One (1) director on the National Association of Counties Board of Directors to represent the
Alaska Municipal League. Candidates for this position must be elected borough officials from
AML member boroughs.
AML DIRECTOR DISTRICTS
AML Director District 1: Southeast Alaska (except Juneau)
AML Director District 2: Juneau
AML Director District 3: Kenai Peninsula
AML Director District 4: Matanuska-Susitna, Prince Wiliam Sound
AML Director District 5: Anchorage
AML Director District 6: Interior Highways
AML Director District 7: Fairbanks
AML Director District 8: North Slope, Northwest Arctic, Norton Sound
AML Director District 9: Interior Rivers, Lower Kuskokwim
AML Director District 10: Bristol Bay, Aleutians, Kodiak Island
At -Large Director: Statewide
Qualification of Candidates. A candidate for officer or a director position must be a mayor or an elected
member of the governing body of the individual's member municipality. The President, Vice Presidents,
and Immediate Past President shall be from different director districts.
Method of Nomination. Nomination of an eligible candidate must be made by filing a "Declaration of
Candidacy and Financial Commitment" form with the AML Executive Director or the Chair of the
Nominations Committee prior to the meeting of the Nominations Committee at the Annual Conference.
Qualification of Voters. A municipality is eligible to vote if it is a member in good standing with all dues
paid. Each member municipality is entitled to only one vote.
PROCEDURWOTICE.94 SepUmber 1994
ALASKA MUNICIPAL,LEAGUE,
BOARD OF DIRECTORS -
DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY AND. FINANCIAL COMMITMENT -
FULL NAME
MUNICIPALITY
MAILING ADDRESS
PHONE /work/ /home/
FAX NUMBER
CANDIDATE COMMITMENT
I hereby declare myself a candidate for
[ ] Second Vice President
i .
[ j Director, District
Districts 1, 39 59 79 9: 1-year terms because of 1994 redistricting
[ ] Director, District
Districts 2, 49 69 89 10: 2-year terms
[ ] Director At -Large (1-year term)
and request that my name be placed on the ballot for election at the 1994 Alaska Municipal League
Annual Conference. I declare that I will serve and participate actively in the designated office and that
I will accept the time and financial commitment for the whole term if elected. I understand that If I am
elected I will be expected to attend my first Board of Directors meeting on Saturday, November 19,
1994.
SIGNATURE OF CANDIDATE DATE
MUNICIPAL SUPPORT
On behalf of the municipality, I am authorized to commit financial support of the above individual's active
participation in the Alaska Municipal League and, if elected, on the AML Board of Directors.
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
NAME
TITLE
DATE
AML BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY &
FINANCIAL COMMITMENT
Page 2
BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH
FULL NAME
OFFICE HELD NO. YRS.
NAME OF SPOUSE (if applicable)
PREVIOUS MUNICIPAL OFFICES HELD AND NO. YRS.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH AML (office held, committee participation, etc.)
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
PROCEDUR:DECLCAND.94 September 1994
ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF -COUNTIES
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY AND FINANCIAL COMMITMENT
FULL NAME
OFFICE HELD
BOROUGH
MAILING ADDRESS
PHONE /work/ /home/
FAX NUMBER
CANDIDATE COMMITMENT
� I hereby declare myself a candidate for
[ ] AML representative on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Counties
and request that my name be placed on the ballot for election at the 1994 Alaska Municipal League
Annual Conference. I declare that I am an elected official of an Alaskan borough and that if elected I will
serve and participate actively as a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of
Counties. I am reasonably free to travel and will accept the time and financial commitment for the one-
year term if elected.
SIGNATURE OF CANDIDATE DATE
MUNICIPAL SUPPORT
On behalf of the municipality, I am authorized to commit financial support of the above individual's active
participation as a member of the National Association of Counties Board of Directors representing the
Alaska Municipal League and Alaska's borough governments.
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
NAME
DATE
NACo BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY &
FINANCIAL COMMITMENT
Page 2
BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH
FULL NAME
MUNICIPALITY
OFFICE HELD
POLITICAL AFFILIATION
NAME OF SPOUSE ('�f applicable)
NO. YRS. DATE TERM EXPIRES
LAST MEMBERS OF CONGRESS WITH WHOM YOU ARE POLITICALLY OR PERSONALLY CLOSE
PREVIOUS MUNICIPAL OFFICES HELD AND NO. YRS.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH AML or NACo (office held, committee participation, etc.)
OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
PROCEDUR:NACoCAND.94 September 1994
ALASKA MUNICIPAL -LEAGUE
LEGISLATIVECOMMI EE
NOMINATION FORM
To: Donald Long, Incoming President
Alaska Municipal League
The of
(Assembly, City Council, Mayor and/or Manager) (Municipality)
in AML District (check appropriate box):
[ J Director District 1 -Southeast Alaska (except Juneau)
[ ] Director District 2 -Juneau
[ ] Director District 3 -Kenai Peninsula
[ j Director District 4 -Matanuska-Susitna, Prince William Sound
I ] Director District 5 -Anchorage
[ J Director District 6 -Interior Highways
[ j Director District 7 -Fairbanks
(] Director District 8 -North Slope, Northwest Arctic, Norton Sound
[ J Director District 9 - Interior Rivers, Lower Kuskokwim
[ ] Director District 10 -Bristol Bay, Aleutians, Kodiak Island
nominates
for a two-year term on the Legislative
(name)
Committee of the Alaska Municipal League. In nominating this individual, both the individual and the
municipality understand and accept the time (at least three meetings a year) and financial (travel, hotel,
etc.) commitment required for active participation as a member of the AML Legislative Committee. The
individual nominated has been informed that he/she has been nominated and that, if appointed, Is
expected to attend his or her first Legislative Committee meeting on Saturday, November 19, 1994.
Signature of Authorized Official
Date:
AREA OF INTEREST
Title:
The individual named above is most interested in and qualified to serve on the following subcommittee
(indicate, at least, first (1) and second (2) choice)
Taxation and Finance
Education and Local Government Powers
Economic Development & Resource Management and Land Use
Transportation, Utilities & Environment, and Public Safety
Legislative Committee Nomination Form
Page 2
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
Nominee's Name
Municipality _
Mailing Address.
City
Telephone _
FAX Number
True
State Zip
(work)
(home)
Relevant experience (e.g.,, years in local government, positions held, profession, area of expertise irn/or
interest in local govemment, community involvement, etc.)
Past involvement in AML (e.g., Board, Legislative Committee, or other committees)
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ASCC Convention...........
AVA Convention............
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Company Joins
Green Star ....... ..... ..........
Employee of
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Upcoming Events............
you are Cordiaffy Invited to Attend the
So[dotna, Chamber of Commerce
and
Kenai peninsula •
otr visitor Information Center
Volunteer Appreciation
Open Mouse
Friday, September 16th
4:00 - 6:00 P.M
,O{lL t1S in Sh07Illltg
(1ppfLGt[ittOlL for Ot1T
Zl/OKJETf11C 7/0G1JCtGLrS
SOLDOTNA BINGO HALL
OPENS IN NEW LOCATION
The Soldotna Bingo Hall, managed by the Soldotna Little League
Association and Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, has relocated to the
C & C Center, at the "Y" (between Harry's Restaurant and Arctic
Oasis). Bingo sessions will be offered on Friday nights at 7:00 p.m. by
the Kenai Peninsula Hockey Association; Saturday afternoons at 2:00
p.m. and Saturday nights at 7:00 p.m. by the Soldotna Little League;
Wednesday nights at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. by
the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce.
The Grand Opening of the new Soldotna Bingo Hall will take place on
Sunday, September 4th, with two sessions of Bingo, each offering a
guaranteed $5,000.00 total pay -out (that's $10,000.00 in cash for one
day!). The fist session will begin at 2:00 p.m. and the second session
will get under way at 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 12:30 p.mo
in addition to Bingo, the Little League and Chamber operate The Pull -
tab Place, featuring numerous games of chance, Mondays through
Fridays from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the same location. The
phone number is 262-5309.
OTHANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT-b-
THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS RENEWED THEIR MEMBERSHIP
DURING THE MONTH OF AUGUST
Blazy Mall
Central Peninsula General Hospital
Daniel's Lake Lodge
Dean's Printing
Four D Interiors
Hutchings
Chev-Olds-Pont-Buick-Cad, Inc.
J B Stor 'N Lok
Kenai Peninsula
Builders Association
Kenai Peninsula United Way
Klondike City
ASCC 35TH
ANNUAL CONVENTION
The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce will hold
their 35th Annual Convention and 12th Alaska
Business Trade Show from October 4 - 69 1994 in
Fairbanks. This year's theme is "Business
Partnerships for Alaska's Future - Let's Make a
Difference! " Program topics range from
_International tourism and business to crime and how
it affects our businesses to relationships between
labor and management. If you are interested in
attending, or would like more information, please
call the State Chamber office in Juneau at 586-2323.
Mother Natures
National Bank of Alaska
Oil Exchange
Peninsula Clarion
Peninsula Eye/Cataract Clinic
Ridgeway Chevron Service Center
Superstructures, Inc.
Tarr, Kathleen
Twidwell, Nancy A., Insurance
Udelhoven Oilfield Systems
University of Alaska
Kenai Peninsula College
AVA PRESENTS
"A PERFECT PAIR"
The Alaska Visitor Association Annual Convention
and Trade Show is scheduled for September 28 -
October 1, in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada.
Learn more about the partnerships formed between
Canada and Alaska. Discover the growth and
changes that have occurred within the visitor
industry over the past year. The convention offers a
perfect forum to get to know industry peers, make
business contacts and share innovative ideas. For
information on registration, contact the AVA office
m Anchorage at 5 61-5 73 3 .
FIRST SOLDOTNA COMPANY JOINS GREEN STAR
The first business from the Soldotna area joined the Central Peninsula Green Star Program in mid -August,
signaling the beginning of broad -based pamcipation from organizations throughout the central peninsula
area.
Healthful Living Products, an independent Shaklee distributor that sells vitamin and mineral supplements as
well as energyhigh-fiber food PP
and gh od products, signified their commitment to help our local environment by
makinga policy of reducing waste and conserving resources. And, like hundreds of other businesses that
have joined the program in Anchorage, He a1� Living Products can expect to see some cost savings as
they reuse materials and purchase fewer raw materials.
The folks at Health A Living Products are now incorporating the Green Star Standards into their business
operations in an attempt to earn their Green Star Award. Our congratulations go to their efforts in this
worthy cause. For more information on the Central Peninsula Green Star Program and how it can hen our
P PP
business, lease call Joel Kopp at 283-8771. P y
LANCASTER RE-ELECTED PRESIDENT
At their last meeting, the Chamber Board of Directors unanimouslyelected Ken Lancaster to serve as
President for 1995. A • s President, Ken is the designated Chairman for all Chamber meetings, represents our
organization at various functions throughout the P
gh a year, and serves as the Soldotna representative to the Alaska
State Chamber, among other duties. We look forward to another year with Ken at the helm.
progressive Y
SCHMIDT NAMED
EMPLOYEE
OF THE MONTH
Pat Schmidt, Editor of the Dispatch, was
selected as the Employee of the Month for August.
Pat was provided lunch and presented with a
Certificate of Award at the weekly luncheon meeting
held on the 23 rd at the Tides Inn.
General Manager, Joe Soares, introduced Pat to the
audience and stated that this employee works many
extra hours to produce a product that their company
is proud of and that the community will enjoy
reading. Pat is the type of person who goes above
and beyond the call of duty and always puts his best
efforts into his work, which is appreciated by both
the paper and it's readers. Congratulations Pat!
CELLULAR PHONE
SERVICE DONATED
BY CELLULAR ONE
The Chamber would like to extend our appreciation
to member, Cellular One (and their representative,
Sherry Larson) for the donation of a cellular
phone system and service to our organization. A
cellular phone can be very useful to business people
who are frequently away from the office, or who
travel during longer
the course of their work. No lon g
having to wait around for a return call, playing
« P g
phone tag , or trying to find a pay phone en route,
are just a few of the exciting and useful functions
cellular service can provide. If you need to reach
Chamber Executive Director, Cathy Clark, while
she is away from the office, please feel free to call
our new cellular number, 252-1794.
The Alaska Association of Administrative Managers presents "'Leading People Effectively - Understanding Applying Human Resources Concepts and Ideas", an important two-day workshop for today s managers, September 16 & 17 at Land's End Resort in Homer. Personnel/Human Resources managers and
staff, line managers and ex g
g executives who must deal with employees, business owners, finance and
admu.nis=tlon executives responsible for managing personnel are encouraged to attend. For information,
please call 562-3339. g
The Department of Labor and The Productivity Improvement Center will resent two courses on September
22nd in Kenai: The D' P P
Difficult Customer from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon, and Gender Free Writing from 1:00 to
4:00 p.m. The cost of each course is $50.00. The first course is open to anyone interested in learningwh
customers et upset P y
g p and how to develop strategies for dealing with emotionally charged situations. The
second class is for anyone who writes memos, letters, reports, policies, procedures, regulations, etc. that
need to be written en P � gender free. To register, call the Center at 465-3411.
The National Innovation Workshop for the Pacific Region resents "Innovation: The Last Frontier" on
September 2 � P •
p 3 & 24, at the Regal Alaskan Hotel in Anchorage. The purpose of this workshop is to help you
as an innovator, developer f P P
• p o new technologies, entrepreneur, or inventor bring your ideas to the
marketplace. A wide range of individual workshops offers the opportunity for direct and personal interaction
with
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practical and hands on presenters. For registration and program information, lease contact the UAA
men p t Center at 274-7232
Small Business Development P
.
Healthy Communities -Healthy People is a community process for improving the quality of life for members
of the community. P P - g q � • ity. Our culture, lifestyle, personal behavior, family, work, psycho-socio economic
environment, human biology and sick -care system all effect our individual and collective health. The central
peninsula Healthy Community Form will be held Saturday,September 24 •
P th, from 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. at
Kenai
aCentral High School. To register by phone call 283-5130 or 283-3335.
SEPTEMBER CHAMBER LUNCHEON CALENDAR
TUESDAY @ NOON, TIDES INN
September 06 Candidates for City Council
September 13 Kathy Scott, Healthy Communities -Healthy People
September 20 KPBSD Superintendent Walter E. Bromenschenkle
& John Dahlgren, Asst. Superintendent.
September 27 Malcom Roberts, Special Assistant to the Governor
Greater Soldotna Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 236
Soldotna, AK 99669
(907) 262-9814
City of Kenai/John Williams
210 Fidalgo
Kenai AK 99611
BULK RATE
U.S. Postage
PAID
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Soldotna, AK 99669
1994 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President
Ken Lancaster Jr ..................
Lancaster Enterprises..............
262-4591
Vice President
Kurt Eriksson......................e
National Bank of Alaska .............
2624435
Secretary/Treasurer
Past President
Ginger Steffy .......................
John Tor9 erson...................
Kenai Peninsula College..........
Electrotek/Radio Shack............
262-5801
262-6192
Sharon Baldwin ....................
City of Soldotna .......................
262-91 07
Joyce Bocksnick..................
Travel Connection....................
262-2530
Richard Brown .....................
Soldotna Historical Society.......
262-9322
Roger Byerly.......................
Angler's Lodge & Fish Camp.....
262-1747
Cheryle James..... 000 Goosesoo Goes*
Individual
Nick Nelson......... see so 00000 sees**
Nelson Enterprises..................
262-2798
Bob Sizemore ......................
City Mortgage Corporation.......
262-8762
Mike Sweeney.. 00 Soso sessooes 00000
Sweeney's Clothing.................
262-5916
Executive Director
Cathy M. Clark ......................
Soldotna Chamber...................
262-9814
Office Assistant
Susan Hensler -Watson
Fax.....
262-3566
Bookkeeper
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Kenai Visitors and Convention Bu. %-W %ow %'. 7 _
September 7, 1994
Mr. Tom Manninen, City Manager
CITY OF KENAI
210 Fidalgo Street
Kenai, Alaska 99611
Dear Tom:
Just an update at the end of a very successful visitor season for the Center.
For your information, as of August 31 st, the Center and City hosted over 49,617 visitors and
responded to over 6,713 mail and telephone inquiries. Both July and August statistics reflect a
2,000+ person increase for each month over the same period last year. Our meeting -
convention staff sent out six bids in August to those considering Kenai as a destination for their
groups and/or organizations. So, as you can see, we have been busy!
We also wish to report that the majority of visitors to our Center remark over and over again
on what a beautiful and well -planned community Kenai is and that the community reflects a
successful and productive life style. We are happy to advise that our staff is quick to note that
the City has an excellent administration and Council that have worked diligently to make Kenai a
better community in which to live.
We are truly excited about the future of the tourism industry in Kenai and are looking at many
expanded programs and activities for 1995.
Again, our thanks to you and your staff for your continued support and participation in our
endeavors.
Sincerely,
Fred F. Braun, President
Board of Directors
FFB:scc
CC: Honorable Mayor & Members of Council
P . 0. Box 1991, Kenai, Alaska 99611 * (907) 283-1991
"NEW REALITIES. . wNEW VISIONS" _
"th Annual AML Local Government Conference Week
November 13-19, 1994
Centennial Hall, Juneau, Alaska
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Preconference -events will be.in various locations in Juneau. Conference activities,
beginning on Wednesday, November 16, will be held at Centennial Hall.
Sunday, November 13 - Tuesday,
November 1 _
Municipal association training sessions, AML
Board Meeting and annual meeting of.AML/JIA.
Information on meeting locations will be available
in September.
Monday, November 14
10:00 am.-4:30 p.m. Newly Elected Officials
Seminar
5:00 p. m.-6:30 p.m. Newly Elected Officials
Reception
evening AML/JIA Board and
Annual Meeting
Tuesday, November 15
8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Newly Elected Officials
Seminar
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 am. Alaska Conference of
Mayors
noon - 3:00 p.m. AML and AML/JIA Board
luncheon
Wednesday, November 16
8:00 a m.-5:00 p.m. Registration and Exhibits
9:00 a m. -9:45 a.m. Cdnference Orientation
10:00 am-11:30 a.m. Opening Session
noon Luncheon
afternoon
- 4
Policy
Sectiorv�/Workshops
evening
Welcoming Reception
Thursday, November
17
8:00 am.-5:00 p.m.
Registration and Exhibits
8:30 am.-11:30 a.m.
Policy
Sections/Workshops
noon
Luncheon
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Workshops
evening
Special Event (TBA)
Friday, November 18
8:30 a.m.- noon
Workshops
noon
Lunch/General
Session/Annual Business
Meeting
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
President's Reception
7:00 p.m. - midnight
Annual Awards Banquet
Saturday, November
19
8:30 a.m. -9:30 a.m.
Joint AML
Board/Legislative Comm.
Breakfast
9:30 a.m.-noon
AML Board and
Legislative Committee
Meetings
IM4 AML Local Government Conference
and Newly Elected Officials Seminar
Registratim flvm .
Name
Title
Municipality/Orgon
Mailing Address
Name • of S ouse/Guest Re ' sue- y
p gl g ..,
(non -municipal official)
ADVANCE REDIMATION
AML Local Government Conference Newly Elected Officials Seminar- y
(November 116-18) (November 14-15 )
$225 Member
$150 Member
$300 Non-member- $175 Non-member
$150 Spouse/Guest` • $ 50/day Spouse/Guest
(non -municipal official) (non -municipal official)
LATE/0l-SITE REGISTRATION
(postmarked after October 28, 1994)
AML Local Government Conference Newly Elected Officials Seminar,
$250 Member
$325. Non-member
$175. Spouse/Guest-
(non-municipal official)
$175 Member
$200 Non-member
$ 50/day Spouse/Guest
(non -municipal official)
.TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $
NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE ON REGISTRA TIONS CANCELLED A FTER NO MEMBER 9
Please mail this form plus fees to:
Alaska Municipal League
217 Second Street, Suite 200
Juneau, Alaska 99801
phone:907-586-1325 fax:907-463-5480
REGISTER NOW - ADVANCE REGISTRATION SAVES TIME AND MONEY!
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Drive Away School Bus Risks
Every morning, thousands of
sibility to initiate steps to
parents put their children on a
implement a safety program
school bus, trusting they will
that could continually have a
arrive at school — and return
significant, positive impact on
home safely. But every year,
losses.
thousands of children don't
-
make it to their destination
safely; some don't make it at
all.
According to the National
Safety Council's 1992 edition
of "Accident Facts," approxi-
mately 100 people died as a
result of school bus transpor-
tation accidents during the
1990-91 school year. Of the
deaths, 35 were pupils, five of
whom were passengers on a
school bus when they were
killed. The remaining 30 stu-
dents were struck by a bus
they were entering or leaving.
In the same period, more than
7,000 pupils were injured in
bus -related accidents.
The safety of a school
districts's passengers, the
public and any employee
should be the main objective
of all school district employ-
ees. The district has a respon-
The public sector operates
two-thirds of all school buses
in the United States. Despite
local governments' need to
trim budgets, safety aware-
ness is not a good place to
save money.
Following are some key areas
of concern with school buses:
Driver Training and Safety
Safety training begins before
any driver's first road assign-
ment and continues through-
out the term of employment.
Target safety training to pre-
vent and reduce the number
of accidents resulting in inju-
ries and damages. All drivers
should know they have the
full support of their supervi-
sors and are accountable to
them.
A successful school bus op-
eration begins - and ends -
SEPTEMBER 1994
by Cindy L. Frankland
Back to school means it's time to focus on safety for students. School bus driver
training and qualifications, student training, bus maintenance, and other factors are
all important in making sure kids get to and from school safely.
with qualified drivers and
management involvement.
Your district should use the
Department of
Transportation's (DOT) quali-
fications and standards.
Part 391, "Qualification of
Drivers," of the Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Regulations,
says drivers of commercial
Twelve New ParticipantsJoin AML IA
The Alaska Municipal
League Joint Insurance As-
sociation (AML/JIA) contin-
ues to expand as more mu-
nicipalities are recognizing
the value of the alternative
to commercial insurance.
Pool membership increased
with the addition of 12 new
participants for FY95. This
brings the total membership
to 93 municipalities and
school districts and the pre-
mium base to over $5.5 mil-
lion. Additional partici-
pants strengthen the pool by
increasing the number of
participants that share ex -
penes and spread the risk.
From the smallest commu-
nities such as Platinum, to
the larger Boroughs like Ko-
diak Island Borough, AML/
RA is serving the needs of
stir parti�l�ante
Bettles, Chevak, Diomede,
num. and Kaltag have joined
Point Hope, Brevig Mission,
the AML/JIA program.
Kodiak Island Borough,
Welcome to our new partici-
Anderson, Saxman,
pants! We are happy to have
Chefornak, Quinhagak, Plati-
you on board.
A local propane dealer offloads the gas from rail cars at the Saxman Seaport,
pictured here. The Seaport is owned by the City of Saxman, one of twelve new
IMF
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motor vehicles must be quali-
fied. Per these regulations,
drivers must meet the follow-
ing qualifications;
• Be in good health
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Speak and read English well
enough to do their job and re-
spond to official questions
• Be able to drive the vehicle
safely
• Be able to determine
whether the vehicle is safely
i
loaded
• Have only one valid
driver's license in a given
state
• Pass a commercial driver's
road test
• Take a DOT written exam
for drivers
Continued on page 4
• School Bus Risks ............ 1
• New Participants ........... 1
• Drug Testing .................. 2
• Free Money .................... 2
• Police Risks .................... 3
• Video Training ............... 4
• Wastewater Operators... 6
• Community )ails............. 7
• New Staff ....................... 7
• Calendar ........................ 8
Drug Testing Mandatory
Government Employees
How new federal requirements regarding drug and
alcohol testing for safety -sensitive employees will
affect your municipality or school district.
Testing of certain employees
for drugs or alcohol .will be
required in larger municipali-
ties after January 1, 1995, and
will be expanded to all other
municipalities a year later.
This new federal requirement
imposed on public and pri-
vate employees in safety -sen-
sitive positions is intended to
reduce the danger to the pub-
lic from accidents due to such
employees working while im-
paired by alcohol or drugs.
Final rules of the Omnibus
Transportation Employee
Testing Act of 1991, published
in the Federal Register on Feb-
ruary 15,1994, require mu-
nicipalities to develop and
carry out alcohol and drug
testing and education pro-
gram for employees in safety -
sensitive positions. Munici-
palities with 50 or more em-
ployees in safety -sensitive po-
sitions must implement the
program by January 1, 1995.
Municipalities with less than
50 employees in such posi-
tions have until January 1,
1996, to comply.
While there are six groups of
positions classified as safety -
sensitive by the U.S. Depart-
ment of Transportation, most
of the affected municipal em-
ployees in Alaska will fall into
two classifications; those em-
ployees holding a commercial
driver's license (CDL) as a re-
quirement of their job duties,
and those employees serving
as transit drivers, mechanics,
controllers, or security per-
sonnel of mass transit agen-
cies. In addition, airport and
utility pipeline personnel will
also be affected. Firefighters
are exempt from the testing
program because Alaska law
does not require a firefighter
to hold a CDL.
Drug and alcohol testing is
required when safety -sensi-
tive employees are initially
hired or when they are trans-
ferred into a new safety -sensi-
tive position. In addition,
testing must also be done on a
random, unannounced basis,
on employees involved in cer-
tain types of accidents, and
also upon reasonable suspi-
cion of drug or alcohol use.
Alcohol testing will be con-
ducted through evidential
breath test. First, a screen test
will be performed to deter-
mine if an employee has
blood alcohol concentration
greater than .02 percent. Test
Free Money!
Well, almost. The AML/JIA
is offering a limited number
of safety grants of up to $1,000
for member municipalities
and school districts. Our im-
mediate goal is to assist you
in improving your local safety
and loss prevention efforts by
providing you with the neces-
sary resources. Grant funds
can be used to pay for staff,
equipment or other approved
items.
grams developed will be
available to the rest of the
membership through our in-
house library.
Realizing that all can benefit
from the program, the AML/
JIA Board of Trustees autho-
rized $5,000 in funding. To
date, two communities have
contacted the AML/JIA.
Application were mailed early
in August. If you have any
The AML/JIA's long-term
questions, please call Risk
goal is to hold the line on pre-
Control Manager Jim
mium costs by helping indi-
Fendrick at 800-337-3682.
vidual members reduce their
claims costs. Policies and pro -
For Some Local
results greater than .02 per-
cent will require a second con-
firmation test to be conducted
using more elaborate equip-
ment as prescribed by .the
regulations. Local law en-
forcement personnel may con-
duct these tests on their
equipment if the testing is not
part of a roadside or spot in-
spection and if the equipment
is on the the federal govern-
ments' "conforming products
list." Strict limits are imposed
on the time that can elapse be -
Municipalities with 50 or more
employees in safety -sensitive
positions must implement the
program by January 1, 1995.
Municipalities with less than 50
employees in such positions
have until January 1, 1996, to
comply.
tween the employee perform-
ing safety -sensitive duties and
the test being administered.
Drug testing will be con-
ducted by analyzing urine
samples. A sample will be
collected at a certified collec-
tion site and forwarded to a
laboratory for analysis. While
there are specific require-
ments, drug'testtng does not
have to be done in strict time
proximity to performing
safety -sensitive duties.
Employees who test positive
for drug or alcohol use must
be removed immediately from
their duties until they have
been evaluated by a substance
abuse professional or a medi-
cal review officer. There are
also educational requirements
for drug and alcohol aware-
ness for all covered employ-
ees and their supervisors.
Continued on page 6
CDL's are required for empluycc's rvVn in sm.111 communities, ,ilthough drug
testing won't be required until lanuary 1996 for municipalities with less than 50
CDL drivers.
Top 10 Reasons
Why 1 Wear My Safety Belt
0 I just don't like the lade M glass.
9 1 can think of better things to do with $47.
8 1 don't have a license to fly.
7 Steering wheels give me headaches.
6 Plastic surgery isn't for me.
S 1 can see the road just fine from inside the car.
4 The family reunion just wouldn't be the same without me.
3 Emergency rooms are not my idea of the late night place to be.
2 My head won't fit in the glove compartment because it already full.
1 I know my brother's driving out there somewhere.
Applleationii are due in by September 30, 1994. 1
J&W G'°Arisk Management RE�c�ri
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DOING IT BY THE BOOKS
by Martin Drapkin
If your risk management du-
ties cover any law enforce-
ment agency or correctional
facility - from a highway pa-
trol to a county jail -you know
written policies and proce-
dures are a critical loss pre-
vention element. Such docu-
mentation has two basic pur-
poses:
First, management uses them
as a resource guide to for-
mally communicate to staff
members what's expected of
them in a variety of job -re-
lated situations.
Second, having written poli-
cies and procedures on hand
helps maximize the legal de-
fense of actions taken or not
taken in the event of a law-
suit.
It's essential to ensure the ad-
equacy of your agency's writ-
ten policies and procedures.
This approach encourages risk
managers to be prepared and
anticipate the issues a good
plaintiff's attorney will raise
during litigation.
Keeping a Lookout
Lawsuits against municipal
agencies are always a threat
for both law enforcement and
jail operations. Naturally, you
want to do everything you
can to ensure your agency's
policies and procedures have
the characteristics that will
most effectively minimize li-
ability risk potential. To do
that - and prevail in a lawsuit
- you have to anticipate the
questions a good plaintiff's
attorney will pose. They'll of-
ten look for the following:
• Was there a written policy
and procedure on the issue at
hand? For example, if a law-
suit involves damages result-
ing from a high-speed police
pursuit, you should have a
specific policy on pursuits.
• Did that policy and proce-
dure reflect prevailing stan-
dards and practices on the is-
sue at hand?
• Was there any inconsistency
between the written policy
and actual practice in regard
to the issue at hand?
• Were staff members in-
volved in the incident aware
of the policy and procedure?
Were they trained on the con-
tents of the policy? Was there
any administrative negligence
to train staff?
• Did staff members involved
in the incident follow the poli-
cies and procedures? If not,
why not? That is, was there
any negligent failure to super-
vise?
If the plaintiff's attorney can
demonstrate there were fail-
ures or inconsistencies, it may
be easier for him or her to pre-
vail in a lawsuit.
For that reason, good risk
managers should pay careful
attention to ensure their in-
sured law enforcement or cor-
rectional agency's written
procedure must cover all of
the key topics relevant to that
issue. For instance, a policy on
the issue of use of force by po-
lice officers should minimally
include information on the
definition of force in general
and of deadly force specifi-
cally; purposes of use of force;
justification for use of force in
general and of deadly force in
particular; factors to consider
in determining whether force
should be used and, if so,
what level of force to apply
(force -level continuum); when
to cease use of force; follow -
It's essential there be separate policies on what may be termed
"critical -task" issues; these include those that are most common
in major lawsuits and involve potential significant losses,
including compensatory or even punitive payments.
policies and procedures have
certain basic characteristics.
1. Include policies and pro-
cedures on critical -task is-
sues. An agency should have
a manual of policies and pro-
cedures on all important as-
pects of the law enforcement
and corrections operations.
From a liability perspective,
some policy issues are more
important than others. It's es-
sential there be separate poli-
cies on what may be termed
"critical -task" issues; these in-
clude those that are most
common in major lawsuits
and involve potential signifi-
cant losses, including com-
pensatory or even punitive
payments. From the law en-
forcement perspective, these
issue generally include use of
force, including non -deadly
and deadly force; pursuit
driving; and to a lesser extent,
search and seizure pro-
cedures. On the jail
side, these issues in-
clude use of force
against inmates; provi-
sion of adequate medi-
cal and health care for
inmates; suicide pre-
vention; and protection
of inmates from physi-
cal or sexual assaults
by other inmates. It's
important to cover all
of them.
2. The policy and pro-
cedures on each criti-
cal -task
issue must be
thorough and
comprehensive.
In order to be useful,
a policy and
through procedures after a
use of force incident; and
documentation of use of force.
Likewise, a policy on police
pursuit should minimally in-
clude the definition of pur-
suit; whether or not pursuits
are authorized and, if they are
authorized, the specific cir-
cumstances or situations in
which they are; supervisory
approval of pursuits; determi-
nation factors for termination
of a pursuit; allowed proce-
dures, if any, for forcible -stop
techniques; and documenta-
tion on pursuit situations.
Policies and procedures on
critical -task jail issues must
also be thorough and compre-
hensive. For instance, a policy
on the issue of suicide preven-
tion should minimally include
screening for suicide risk;
classification of inmates for
suicide risk; housing of in-
mates who are suicide risks;
supervision, monitoring and
professional help referrals of
such inmates; security proce-
dures; intervention in suicide
attempts; and documentation
of all aspects of the suicide
prevention program.
3. The policy and procedures
on each critical -task issue
should comply with existing
standards. Standards for law
enforcement and jail opera-
tions come from several
sources. State laws and ad-
ministrative rules generally
establish mandatory stan-
dards - the provisions of
which must be reflected in
policies and procedures. It's
good practice to specifically
reference the numbers or cita-
tions of specific statutes and
rules somewhere in the
policy.
Court decisions also establish
standards. U.S. Supreme
Court decisions and federal
appellate court rulings in the
circuit where an entity is lo-
cated establish binding stan-
dards. For example, the basic
standard for medical care of
inmates in jails and prisons
was established in a 1976 U.S.
Supreme Court decision in the
case of Estelle vs. Gamble.
This decision basically indi-
cated that "deliberate indiffer-
ence" to inmates' medical
needs could constitute "cruel
and unusual punishment,"
prohibited by the Eighth
Amendment. Thus, policies
on jail health care issues
should direct jail staff mem-
bers to act in a way that
doesn't constitute deliberate
indifference. A policy might
Continued on page 5
Good documentation is a front line defense from lawsuits filed against your law
enforcement agency. Here, Will Williams, VPSO, City of St. George, records notes from
a call.
Management REPORT
4 Risk Manage
AS]OCiA��OM tNC
Video Training Now Available to Municipal Officials
On behalf of its members, the
Alaska Municipal League
Joint Insurance Association,
together with the Alaska Mu-
nicipal League, is now sub-
scribing to the Government
Services Television Network
(GSTN). GSTN produces
monthly training videos for
local government officials,
and is an innovative informa-
tion and training resource for
local governments. GSTN is
produced by Wescott Com-
munications in partnership
with ICMA, National Associa-
tion of Counties, National
League of Cities and Public
Technology, Inc. Wescott
Communications also pro-
duces the popular FETN (Fire
and Emergency Training Net-
work) and LETN (Law En-
forcement Television Net-
work), as well as many other
video training opportunities.
With the GSTN program, you
choose when, who and how
many people you want to
train. GSTN provides top
trainers and national experts
directly to your local govern-
ment and furnishes a constant
stream of new ideas and solu-
tions to challenges facing
large and small communities.
Each video is accompanied by
a viewer's guide of the
month's program with a syn-
opsis of each segment and
suggestions for effective use.
The video contains five seg-
ments:
GSTN Journal - Late -break-
ing news and industry infor-
mation from around the coun-
try in a news journal format.
This segment contains impor-
School Bus Risks, Continued from page 1
The following are disqualify-
ing offenses:
• Revocation, suspension,
withdrawal or denial of a
driver's license
• Conviction or forfeiture of
bond for the following crimi-
nal offenses while driving a
commercial vehicle: being
under the influence of alcohol,
using illegal drugs, possessing
or transporting illegal'drugs,
leaving the scene of an acci-
dent that resulted in injury or
death or using a commercial
motor vehicle while carrying
out a crime.
Physical Qualification and
Examinations
All commercial drivers must
pass DOT's physical examina-
tion. Drivers who pass the
physical receive a medical
examiner's certificate, which
they must carry when driving.
Drivers must renew their cer-
tificate every two years.
Part 391.43 contains instruc-
tions for performing and re-
cording physical examina-
tions. Some of the require-
ments include:
• Drivers must have good
eyesight. They may wear
glasses or contact lenses.
• Drivers must hear well; they
may wear hearing aids
• Drivers must refrain from
using any drug or substance
that may prevent them from
driving safely.
Manv districts have consid-
ered various forms of drug
testing to limit potential expo-
sure. In addition, new federal
laws will require holders of
Commercial Drivers Licenses
to comply with both drug and
alcohol testing (see related ar-
ticle "Drug Testing Now Man-
datory for Some Local Gov-
ernment Employees").
Driver Qualification File
Every commercial motor car-
rier must have a qualification
file for each and every driver,
J
including part-time drivers.
You must maintain the quali-
fication file for DOT review
and inspection.
The objective of any busing
operation is the safe transport
of students. You can accom-
plish this through consistent
review of driver applications.
Increasing the quality of hir-
ing decisions will minimize
the risk of loss.
Safety Meetings/Accident
Review and Investigation
Schedule safety meetings, for
drivers and bus monitors
three or for times a year.
Make attendance mandatory
and tie it to the drivers' incen-
tive program. These meetings
could consist of topics such as:
• Vehicle emergency evacua-
tion
• Discussion of losses (iden-
tify cause and possible pre-
tant legislative updates, court
rulings, conferences and in-
dustry developments.
Leadership Spotlight - Infor-
mative features on issues af-
fecting top elected and ap-
pointed officials. Topics in-
clude community relations,
crisis management, media re-
lations, goal setting, strategic
planning and current leader-
ship trends.
Money Watch - What are
other local governments do-
ing to save money? Keep in-
formed about the important
financial trends, discover new
revenue sources and learn
cost-cutting strategies with
advice from fellow local gov-
ernment leaders.
Human Factor - Professional
guidance from the experts on
dealing with personnel issues,
for instance, sexual harass-
ment, drugs in the workplace,
Americans with Disabilities
Act and cultural awareness.
Training Track - Step-by-step
supervisory skills and man-
agement training.
The videos may be checked
out through the AML Library.
Currently available are GSTN
videos for April, May, June,
and July. If you are interested
in learning more about the
GSTN program or would like
to check out any of the tapes,
please call Julie Krafft at 586-
1325.
School bus safety schould include good signs near heavy loading,/off-loading
areas and rules for students regarding where they should ►trait for the bus and
when they should cross the ro;id.
* State -required training;
Bus Maintenance
DOT also regulates bus main-
tenance and requires com-
plete documentation of re-
pairs. Records should in-
clude, but are not limited to:
• Type of repair
• Routine maintenance proce-
dures performed
• Driver reports on potential
problems
Student Behavior
Discipline both on and off the
bus continues to be a major
concern. Typically, the only
employee with students on a
bus is the driver and possibly
an escort. Some districts have
resorted to using video cam-
eras to record students' ac-
tions. Others are employing
cameras behind one-way mir-
rnra to Pnfrirro riiarinlinct
Loss Prevention Assessment
Consider developing an ac-
tion plan to reduce your
district's potential for loss by
identifying weak areas and
structure. Ways to limit fu-
ture losses include:
• Reviewing site safety
records
• Discussing past accidents
• Planning safety activities
• Developing training materi-
als.
Safety is an attitude, and posi-
tive attitudes can prevent acci-
dents. By making your entire
district take responsibility for
school bus safety, you can en-
sure that each night your
district's students arrive at
home - not at an emergency
room.
(Adapted froyn Public Risk, Sep-
tomhnr. l q9 j. )
By the Books, Continued from page 3
indicate that a line officer
doesn't have the authority to
ignore a doctor's order re-
garding an inmate's care or
ignore an inmate's request to
be seen during a sick call.
Major national associations
and organizations also pro-
mulgate standards for law en-
forcement and jail operations.
These standards are advisory
only - unless an agency's
seeking accreditation by the
association or if a court orders
an organization to develop
policies to comply Nvith cer-
tain standards. Even if an
agency isn't seeking accredita-
tion, there's still considerable
merit to using national stan-
dards as the basis for your
policy and procedure content.
The Commission on Accredi-
tation for Law Enforcement
Agencies (CALEA) establishes
the main national standards
in regard to law enforcement.
The American Correctional
Association (ACA) establishes
standards for local detention
facilities, and the National
Commission on Corrections
Health Care (NCCHC) pro-
mulgates more extensive jail
health care standards. By re-
flecting compliance with one
or both sets of these major na-
tional standards, you'll be in a
much more defensible posi-
tion in the event of a major
lawsuit - assuming the poli-
cies were followed.
practice, rather than the writ-
ten policy, is the agency's de
facto "official policy." This is
a usually an unenviable posi-
tion from a risk management
perspective.
For that reason, try to ensure
maximum consistency be-
tween the contents of written
policies and actual practices.
If there are discrepancies, you
must revise the practice to re-
flect the provisions of the
written policy or change the
written policy to reflect the
practice.
Although these are the most
important characteristics of
law enforcement policies and
procedures from a risk man-
agement perspective, it
doesn't end there. Remember
that good plaintiff's attorneys
won't only look at the con-
tents of written policies and
procedures; they'll also look
into policy implementation
and staff training. This goal is
to show that staff members
weren't properly informed of
policies and procedures, and
thus weren't able to perform
their job duties adequately.
This is why implementation
and training are important
risk management issues.
Taking Action
Now it's time for implemen-
tation. Do you have an ad-
equate system for distributing
the most up-to-date versions
of policies and procedures to
Documentation should include all dates and times of training,
names of students and instructors, copies of instructors' lesson
plans, copies of handouts, titles of any audiovisual aids used and
master copies of all tests or other evaluation instruments.
4. Policies and procedures
must reflect actual practices.
This critical. Too often, law
enforcement administrator
write policies and procedures
that look good on paper be-
cause they know they must
have written policies. In do-
ing so, they may "borrow" the
policies and procedures of an-
other department. But there
may be a significant discrep-
ancy between what the writ-
ten policies say and what ac-
tually happens on the street or
in the jail.
If there is such a discrepancy,
then the written policies are
fairly worthless. A good
plaintiff's attorney will learn
about the discrepancy and re-
veal It, The, attorney will then
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staff members? You'll want
to ensure the following:
• All staff members should
receive copies of newly
implemented policies and
procedures. Ideally, each
staff member should receive a
personal copy of each policy,
which should be kept and col-
lected in a binder. Be sure to
document distribution by
having staff members sign to
indicate when they received
and read a particular policy.
• Clarify the implementation
date of each policy. It's very
important each policy specify
the date it will become effec-
tive. To allow for training, a
policy may be distributed to
staff members prier to the
A_L_ :L
Remember that good plaintiff's attorneys won't only look at the
contents of written policies and procedures; they'll also look
into policy implementation and staff training... This is why
implementation and training are important risk management
issues.
into effect. But be sure to in-
clude the implementation date
in the policy's heading. If you
have to defend a policy in
court, you'll want to be very
sure of exactly when the
policy was in effect.
• Replace revised versions of
policies with updated ver-
sions. When new policies are
created or old ones are re-
vised, be sure to have a sys-
tem in place to remove the
outdated policies and replace
them with the new ones. If
that doesn't happen, there will
be two or more existing ver-
sions of a policy on the same
issue, and the result may be
confusion as to which policy is
in effect. It's best to require
that a supervisor review each
staff member's policy manual
to confirm it's current. Dis-
card outdated memorandums
and post orders as well.
You'll also want to ensure that
an adequate system is in place
for training staff members on
the contents of critical -task
policies. Training needn't take
place in a classroom; it can in-
clude roll -call training, video
training, or computerized
methods. But be sure to in-
clude the following character-
istics:
• Base the training on the
contents of the policies and
procedures. Policies and pro-
cedures should serve as the
basic text of any in-house
training. While that statement
may seem obvious, it's sur-
prising how often there's a
discrepancy between policy
contents on an issue and
what's actually taught during
in-house training.
• The training should in-
clude an opportunity for staff
members to ask questions.
Whatever the instructional
methodology, there should be
maximum opportunity for
staff members to ask questions
and seek clarification about
policy/content issues. This
will show you what they do
and don't understand.
• Evaluate student learning.
It's not enough to get staff
members together and train
them. It's also important to be
members actually learned
what they were supposed to
learn. Incorporate some sort
of testing procedure to ensure
this. Ideally, there should be
a pre -test and a pro -test, at
least of cognitive information.
Tests should measure mastery
of both cognitive knowledge
and critical skills. For ex-
ample, in regard to use of
force by officers, testing
should indicate that officers
cognitively know what force
is, when it's justified, how to
choose an appropriate force
level and when to cease use of
force. On the other hand, of-
ficers must be tested to war-
rant they can properly apply
such techniques.
From a risk management per-
spective, training evaluations
are important. They'll pre-
pare you for the time when a
plaintiff's attorney asks for
proof that a staff member
knew what a particular policy
directed him or her to do.
There are several different
methods. Evaluating staff
members' knowledge of non-
critical policy task issues may
simply involve an open -book
test; this would at least mea-
sure their ability to use the
policy manual to look up in-
formation on issues they don't
necessarily have to commit to
memory.
• Document all aspects of
training. Documentation
should include all dates and
times of training, names of
students and instructors, cop-
ies of instructors' lesson plans,
copies of handouts, titles of
any audiovisual aids used and
master copies of all tests or
other evaluation instruments.
Remember that the develop-
ment of good policies and
procedures and implementa-
tion and training are still not
the complete picture. It's
equally important to be able
to prove that staff members
actually followed your poli-
cies and procedures - and that
can only happen if there's ad-
equate supervision within
your law enforcement or cor-
rections agency.
(Adapted from Public 1Zisk, Aiigusl
r 00A
Wastewater Operators at Risk from
Infectious Disease
Sewer maintenance and
wastewater treatment work-
ers risk exposure to a variety
of disease -causing microor-
ganisms, though, in general,
the chances of infection are
minimal. Enteric pathogens
(those that infect the intestinal
tract) occur in the greatest
concentrations and pose the
greatest risks.
Epidemiological studies com-
paring illness rates of waste-
water workers to control
groups (such as clerks or
street workers) have sug-
gested that inexperienced or
new employees face greater
risk of gastrointestinal disease
than more experienced work-
ers. Studies have also shown
an increased risk, though gen-
erally small, of contracting
Hepatitis A, Norwalk virus,
leptospirosis, and parasites.
HIV, the AIDS -causing virus,
has also been observed in
wastewater, though infection
appears unlikely.
Although the risk of infection
by disease -causing microor-
ganisms seems slight, waste-
water workers should remain
aware of the microorganisms
present and maintain safe
work practices, such as wash-
ing before smoking and eating
and at the end of the shift; us-
ing available shower facilities
before changing into clean
clothes; promptly attending to
cuts and bruises; and, to the
extent possible, using per-
sonal protective equipment
and practices recommended
for health care workers to pre-
vent infection from HIV, par-
ticularly when working with
wastewater from hospitals.
Most pathogenic microorgan-
isms found in wastewater are
associated with diarrhea,
though they can cause more
serious illnesses, such as
hepatitis or typhoid fever.
Other organisms include
those that cause respiratory
disease (for example, adenovi-
rus) or pathogens that occur
in saliva or blood infected in-
dividuals. The concentration
of these pathogens depends
... wastewater workers should
remain aware of the microor-
ganisms present and maintain
safe work practices, such as
washing before smoking and
eating and at the end of the
shift.. .
on the number of infected in-
dividuals in the community.
Many organisms, such as
those that cause typhoid fever
and poliovirus, have been
eliminated largely by vaccines
and improved hygiene in the
U.S. Thus, they are less com-
mon in wastewater.
Enteric viruses are commonly
associated with waterborne
disease outbreaks in the
United States. Because they
are excreted in large number
in the feces of infected indi-
viduals, some almost always
appear in domestic wastewa-
ter. Enteric viruses commonly
identified as causes of
waterborne illnesses are
rotavirus, Norwalk Virus, and
Hepatitis A virus.
Studies of Norwalk virus have
indicated that inexperienced
workers are more prone to
this illness than experienced
Drug Testing, Continued from page 2
Initially, 25 percent of a
municipality's safety -sensitive
employees will be tested, but
this can decrease or increase
depending on violation rates.
Drug testing is required for 50
percent of covered employees
with some limited adjustment
based on violation rates.
Documentation and training
is a key part of conforming
with this new federal man-
date. Federal Highway Ad-
ministration (FHA) auditors
may review your program
twp YPA 5 after the f fict, �iq a
AnE,d hahptr ftAil is A mitid,
Enforcement of the new re-
quirements in Alaska is still
undetermined, according to
John Quartuccio, Special
Agent for the FHA. Enforce-
ment will likely involve the
Alaska State Troopers and
perhaps some task forces from
FHA staff in the lower 48.
For more information regard-
ing these new rules, please
contact John Quartuccio, Spe-
cial Agent for the FHA, at 271-
4068.
(Adapied fi'4ali1 lt1wa Mpnicipalitlt;A:)
workers. Also, workers ex-
posed to wastewater aerosol
levels seem to face a greater
risk than those exposed to low
levels. Additionally, sewer
maintenance workers are re-
ported to have a higher inci-
dence of enterovirus infec-
tions. A cluster of Hepatitis A
viral infections was reported
among wastewater workers in
Alabama who were engaged
in maintenance activities in a
primary sludge centrifuge
area.
While wastewater can also
contain a variety of disease -
causing bacteria, there is little
evidence of a significant risk
to workers. Serological stud-
ies of salmonella, shigella, and
yersina yielded negative re-
sults except for a possible
slight risk of salmonella. The
reason for the lower risk from
bacterial infectious than from
viruses may be that greater
concentrations of bacteria are
required to cause infection.
Finally, several studies have
suggested that workers in-
volved in the wastewater in-
dustry have an increased risk
of parasite infections such as
hookworm, roundworm,
whipworm, Entamoeba his-
tolytic and Giardia lamblia.
European workers have also
reported an increase in para-
sitic infections among work-
ers exposed to wastewater. A
1983 Hamburg, Germany,
wastewater works study
showed giardia infections sig-
nificantly higher than in con-
trol subjects; a relationship
was demonstrated between
duration of exposure and fre-
quency of infection.
Not all studies, however, have
indicated an increased risk of
parasite infections, possibly
because of lower levels of
parasites in the wastewater
studied, better worker train-
ing, methodological limita-
tions of the studies, or the de-
gree of exposure.
Alaska Department of Environ-
tnental Conservation - Operator
Training & Certification-Sient-
tner 1994
Wastewater treatment is not pleasant work. Infectious diseases, confined
space hazards, and hard physical lahor are all part of a day's work for
wastewater treatment employees. This is a lift station in Unalakleet.
Make Plans to Attend the
44th Annual AML
LOCAL GOVERNMENT CONFERENCE
November 16-18, 1994
Centennial Hall Convention Center
Juneau, Alaska .
i
New Realffies. New ..
s :For registration materials or more information contact
the AML at 586-1325..
AML/JIA EXPANDS STAFF EndNear for "Community
Jails" Task Force
Tremendous growth and in-
creased. service prompted the
AML/JIA Board of Trustees to
approve additional staff for
FY95. A full-time accountant
and a part-time administrative
support position have recently
been added in Anchorage,
and plans are to hire addi-
tional loss control personnel
perhaps sometime next year,
depending on continued
growth. The two additional
staff members bring the
AML/JIA to a total of seven
full-time equivalent
positions.
Pam Williams, our accountant, is the
person to call regarding billings.
Pamela Williams, is the AML/JIA's new accountant, who will
take over work previously outsourced to Flgee, Rehfeld & Funk,
a private accounting firm. Moving the accounting in-house will
establish tighter controls and free up more time for other staff to
concentrate on better serving the membership at essentially no
additional cost. Pamela's educational qualifications include a
bachelor's degree in accounting and management information
systems. She brings to us many years of accounting experience,
which include working for the Fairbanks North Star Borough
School District along with Interior Regional Housing Authority
in Fairbanks. Please feel free to contact Pamela with any financial
questions.
Misty Coughlin, our part-time secretary,
will he the friendly voice you hear when
you call the Anchorage office in the
mornings.
In Juneau, Rena Balzer comes
to the AML/JIA office to fill
the part-time secrtary position
recently vacated by Bonnie
Scholz. Rena brings to us her
experience in both high-tech
computing, and extensive cus-
tomer service skills. She is a
1987 graduate of Northwest
College in Seattle, Wahington,
and grew up in Thorne Bay.
Rena will be handling the
computerized personnel
policy and procedures manu-
als and the video library for
our participants, among other
duties.
We are proud to have these
three outstanding individuals
on the team, and they look
forward to working with you!
As the program has grown,
the volume of paperwork has
increased also. In response to
this, a new part-time secretary
position has been added to the
team to provide clerical sup-
port for administrative and
risk management staff. Misty
Coughlin comes to the AML/
JIA with experience in admin-
istrative support services and
is a 1994 graduate of Charter
College in the Computerized
Office Associate and Paralegal
programs.
Rena Balzer, our part-time secretary in
Juneau, will be helping participants
with loss control issues like personnel
policies and procedures, and safety
video requests.
After nearly two years of
study, meetings, and negotia-
tions, members of Governor
Hickel's Task Force on Com-
munity Jails can finally see the
light at the end of the tunnel.
Representative Gail Phillips,
Chair of the task force, has a
final draft of recommenda-
tions to the Governor in the
works, and expects to adopt a
final report to the Governor
sometime in November.
Final recommendations will
propose changes that will af-
fect all municipalities that op-
erate a holding facility, but
will have the most immediate
impact on the seventeen mu-
nicipalities that contract with
the state to provide jail ser-
vices. Proposed changes in-
clude standards for adminis-
tration, admissions, classifica-
tion, health care services, se-
curity, operations, staffing,
training, inmate discipline,
and more. Recommendations
will also be made regarding
budgeting and what will be
considered "allowable costs."
The draft report will likely
recommend that responsibil-
ity for oversight of the state's
contract jails be shifted from
the Alaska Department of
Public Safety to the Depart-
ment of Corrections.
Some estimates are that com-
plying with these standards
will cost an additional 20 to 30
percent over the approxi-
mately $4.5 million appropri-
ated for contract jails in FY95.
Also suggested are changes in
state law offering limited im-
munity from civil damages
resulting from an act or omis-
sion in running a correctional
facility. This proposed mea-
sure was crafted, in part,
through the efforts of the
AML/JIA, and is supported
by the AML/JIA Board of
Trustees.
The task force was originally
formed in January 1993 to ad-
dress issues surrounding con-
tract jails that had been plagu-
ing Alaskans since the late
70's. The Alaska Municipal
League and the Alaska Chiefs
of Police were slotted four
representatives each on the
fifteen member panel. The
appointments were to be for
one year, but as time wore on,
it became clear that the group
needed additional time to re-
solve these issues. The task
force issued an interim report
to the Governor in November
1993, and requested an addi-
tional year. Governor Hickel
agreed, additional state repre-
sentatives were added, and
municipal representation re-
mains strong, despite a much
larger commitment than origi-
nally planned. Task force
members have worked very
hard to achieve meaningful
changes, and are still wres-
tling with some tough issues.
At their August 29, 1994 meet-
ing, members were polishing
language in the standards that
they expect to adopt at their
next meeting September 22,
1994, in Sitka. For copies of
the draft report or questions
you may have regarding the
task force, contact Sandy
Nusbaum in Representative
Gail Phillips' office at 465-
6791.
$25,000 Minimum.
Penalty to be
Enforced
Robert Reich, U.S. Secretary
of Labor, announced a five-
fold increase to $25,000 in
the minimum penalty for
willful violations of federal
job safety and health rules
that could result in death or
serious physical harm. The
minimum penalty for willful
violations that would be
considered other-than-
morkm wmain.4 a1 VS,O U
Don Study, Director of the
Division of Labor Standards
and Safety, Alaska Depart-
ment of Labor, confirmed
that Alaska OSHA will be
enforcing the new penalty
levels, but says that the new
minimums will make little
difference since almost all of
Alaska's willful violation
penalties generally exceed
$251((001
Municipal Calendar
September 7-10 AML/ACoM Leadership Summit for Legislative Commit-
tee, Board, and ACoM, Land's End Resort, Homer. Please
contact the AML at 586-1325 for more information.
September 10 AMUJIA Board of Trustees meeting, Land's End Resort,
Homer.
September 12-13 Regional Conference on Ergonomics, Safety, and Health in
Construction, Tacoma, Washington. Cost is $85. Call
Northwest Center for Occupational Health and Safety, De-
partment of Environmental Health at 206-543-1069.
September 20
Entry to Confined Space, Soldotna. Cost is $185 for an
eight hour class. Please call Barb Beeman with Mining and
Petroleum Training Service at 262-2788.
September 19-21
Legal Issues in Jails, sponsored by the American Jail Asso-
ciation and the Sitka Police Department, Sitka. Three-day
course addresses contemporary legal issues, recent Su-
preme Court decisions, and how they affect Jail Manage-
ment. Cost is $295 for AJA members and $345 for non-
members. Call AJA at (301) 790-3930 for more information.
September 26-30
Hazwoper, Soldotna. Cost is $585 for a forty hour course.
Please call Barb Beeman with Mining and Petroleum Train-
ing Service at 262-2788.
October 3-6
Introduction to Small Water Systems - "Qualified Opera-
tor," Anchorage. Cost is $395. Please call Skeet Arasmith
with Arasmith Consulting Resources at 503-928-5055.
October 19-20
Green Star Over Alaska, Anchorage. Sponsored by Anchor-
age Chamber of Commerce with help from other public
and private agencies, this conference will focus on creating
more environmentally responsible organizations, including
municipalities and schools. Cost is $50. For more informa-
tion, contact Eileen Mortensen at 272-2401.
October 19-21
PRIMA Fall Pool Trustees Seminar, Ashevill, North Caro-
lina. For more information, call Steve Wells, Director of
Risk Management, AML/JIA at 800-337-3682.
October 19-21
Introductions to Government Accounting Class, sponsored
by the MFOAA, Anchorage. Cost is $135 for instructions
and materials. Contact Val Koeberlein at 235-8121 or
Tammy Clayton at 745-4802.
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Rick Gifford, Vice Chair, City of Seward
Nancy Cannington, Trustee, City of Unalakleet
Joseph W. Evans, Trustee, Anchorage
Leo Rasmusson, Trustee, AML Board, City of Nome
John Stein, Trustee, City of Wasilla
Richard L. Underkofler, Trustee, City of Soldotna
Roy Deebel, Treasurer, City of Kodiak
Chrystal Stillings Smith, Acting AML Executive Director
Anchorage:
Steve E. Wells,
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Jim Fendrick,
Risk Control Manager
Eileen Terwilliger,
Director of Member Services
Pam Williams, Accountant
Suzanne Piscova, Secretary
Misty Coughlin, Secretary
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Barry Jackson, Contract Manager
Division of General Services
2400 Viking Drive
Anchorage, AK 99501
RE: OLD STATE COURTHOUSE BUILDING
Kenai,, Alaska
Dear Mr. Jackson:
At their regular meeting of November 17, 1993, the Kenai City
Council discussed the concept of holding District Court or
administrative hearings in the old courthouse building in Kenai.
} Kenai Mayor John Williams wrote to you on behalf o y f the City
Council requesting the downstairs courtroom be preserved for this
purpose.
As a follow-up, has the Division of General Services determined the
future use of the courtroom?
Sincerely,
Kim Howard
Acting City Manager
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At their regular meeting of November 17, 1993, the Kenai City ,
Council discussed the concept of holding District Court or
administrative hearings in the old courthouse building in Kenai.
At this time, the state is involved in moving some of their
offices formerly housed in rented office space into the old 1�
courthouse. Renovation work (in the old courthouse) will be
needed to make the spaces fit the needs of the particular ��� �•
departments moving to that building. \
The Kenai City Council urges the Division of General Services to �
not make available the downstairs courtroom for departments
moving into the old courthouse. Keeping in mind the future use
of that courtroom for holding District Court or administrative
hearings.
Sincerely,
CITY OF KENAI
John J. Williams
Mayor
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Thomas J. Manninen, City Manager
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September 15, 1994
Department of Natural Resources
Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation
Attn: Jimmie L. Price
Alternate State Liaison Officer
P.O. Box 107001
Anchorage, AK 99510-7001
Re: 02-00347 Kenai River Mouth Viewing Area
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
Dear Mr. Price:
At the September 7, 1994 Kenai City Council meeting, the Council
voted not to construct the above -referenced project and requested
the grant be canceled. Please provide any necessary documents
needed to cancel the grant.
It is the City's understanding that by canceling this project, it
will in no way adversely affect our chances of obtaining future
LWCF funding,
Thank you for your attention in this matter. Please contact the
City Manager's office at 283-7530 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Kim Howard
Acting City Manager
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Kayo McGillivray, Parks & Recreation Director
Keith Kornelis, Public Works Department
Charles Brown, Finance Director
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