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1997-11-19 Council Packet
Kenai City Council Meeting Packet November 19, 1997 f AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCII. -REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 19, 1997 ?:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www.Kenai.net/cfty A. CALL TO ORDER 1. Pledge of Allegiance - Boy Scout Troop 357/Flag Ceremony 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. Dottie Fischer -Lease of Airport Gift Shop C. PUBLIC NGS 1. Orcliaance No. 1763-97 - Appropriating $60,000 for a Cityof Kenai Comprehensive Plan. 2. Resolution No. 97-81 - Accepting $1,000 American Hometown Leadership Award Grant From the Wal-Mart Foundation. 3. Resolution No. 97-82 - Accepting the Donation of Pro a Described as p r`tY Lot 7, Block 20, Townsite of Kenai, From Dr. Peter O. and Karolee T. Hansen for Use as a Public Park in Memory of Their Son, P. Erik Hansen. D. COMMISSION/ COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Council on Aging 2. Airport Commission 3. Harbor Commission 4. Library Commission -1- 5. Parks & Recreation Commission 6. Planning & Zoning Commission 7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Historic District Board C. Challenger Board d. Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau Board e. Alaska Municipal League Report E. MumuTES 1. *Regular Meeting of November 5, 1997. F. CO PONDENCE G. OLD BUSINESS H. 11TJEW BUSINESS 1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified 2. Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 3. *Ordinance No. 1764-97 - Appropriating $1,000 Received From the Wal-Mart Foundation. 4. Discussion/Approval -Employment Agreement Between City of Kenai and Richard A. Ross. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled. I. ADMMSTRATION REPORTS 1. Mayor 2. City Manager 3. Attorney 4. City Clerk 5. Finance Director 6. Public Works Director 7. Airport Manager -2- J. DISCUSSION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council IL ADJO ENT -3- MAYOR'S REPORT NOVEMBER 19, 1997 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING QUESTED CHANGES TO THE AGENDA BY: ADD TO. C-3, Kenaitze Indian Tribe Resolution No. 97-31 requesting all negotiations of the development of Lot 7, 'Block 20, Townsite of Kenai, cease until research can be compiled on the historical significance of the site. Clerk ADD AS: Information Item No. 13 - KPB Resolution No. 97-079 Supporting the possible adoption of the Kenai River Comprehensive Management Plan as amended and passed at the November 18, 1997 Borough Assembly Meeting. Clerk No Changes CONSENT AGENDA MAYOR'S REPORT COONCIL MEETING OF 11�/9 r9-07 PAGE l OF 4&", 41Z 1 M S V WILLIAMS BOOREY SWARNER )9 MOORE MEASLES BANNOCR SMALLEY M s v iPILLIAMB BOORBY SWARNER MOORE MEASLES BANNOCR BMALLEY 124eF M S V WILLIAMS BOOREY 1,4 SWARNER MOORE MEASLES BANNOCR SMALLEY M 8 V WIL 8 BOOREY SWARNER MOORE M SETS BANNOCR SMALLEY M S V WILLIAMS BOOKEY SWARNER MOORS MEASLES BANNOCR SMALLEY M s v WILLIAMS BOOREY SWARNER MOORS MEASLES �HANNOCR SMALLEY November 04, 1997 1 _ �-1 City of Kenai Randy Ernst, Airport Manager 210 Fidalgo Ave. Kenai, Ak. 99611 Dear Mr. Ernst; Dottie Fischer P. O. Box 3625 Kenai, Ak. 99611 Thank you for speaking with me this morning about the vendor area at the Kenai Airport. The following is a brief description of our background and what our intention is for the vendor site: Charlotte Legg and Dottie Fischer have over 21 years combined experience as Travel Agents. In addition we have extensive business and management backgrounds. As residents and property owners we are are aware of the many advantages of living, working and playing on the Penninsula. We are proud of the penninsula and like to share the richness of the area with others. We would be able to provide service, information and convenience to the local communities as well as the visitors to the Kenai Peninsula. We would be able to promote local business and services through our recommendations, reservations, sales and advertising, therefor helping to keep the visitor dollar on the Peninsula Gift Shop Merchandise will be "made by Alaskans" with the emphasis on items produced by Penninsula residents. Hours of operation : May through September Dailey 8:30am to 9:00pm September through April Monday hrough Saturday 8:30am to 6:00pm Sundays would be optional Holiday Closure: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day Travel Agency A full service agency, with airline tickets, cruises, group travel, Govt.travel, vacations, Licensed and Bonded with a speciality of INBOUND VACATION PLANNING In addition, will work with outside travel agency's to promote the Kenai Peninsula and Alaska, with their clients. We would provide a service to residents who want travel outside the state of Alaska that is not currently being met though our extended hours of operation and availability. Unlike. the present vendors, at the airport, who are able to sell their product only, we would be able to make reservations for all lodging, guides, and services on the Peninsula,within the state of Alaska and anywhere in the world. We have not been able to inspect the interior of the proposed area but based upon the view from the outside, we feel it would take little modification (to secure the ticket printer, safe and install telephone lines). We are prepared to sign a one year lease, at the quoted rate of $1.65 per square foot, and begin operations at your earliest convience. Should this site not be available, we would consider the other vacant site which is glass enclosed. However, this would only be for a Travel Agency. Please telephone me at 283-2734 if you have any questions. Since ly, Dottie Fischer CITY OF KENAI 6 -1 Od Ome 4"eoc& 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 _ FAX 907-283-3014 bg MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor and Council Members FROM: Randy Ernst, Airport Manager City of Kenai DATE: November 14, 1997 RE: DOTTIE FISCHER GIFT AND TRAVEL AGENCY CONCESSION PROPOSAL - Airport Terminal At their regular meeting of November 13, 1997, the Airport Commission considered a proposal from Dottie Fischer for a gift and travel agency concession at the airport terminal. The Airport Commission recommends the city enter into a lease agreement with Ms. Fischer for this concession. clf Suggested by: AdministratLu.Ll City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO, 176 3 -9 7 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA APPROPRIATING $60,000 FOR A CITY OF KENAI COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. WHEREAS, the City received $30,000 from the Kenai Peninsula Borough to help pay for a comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, the FY98 operating budget includes a $30,000 appropriation in the Planning and Zoning Department for a comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, the development and acceptance phases of the plan will extend beyond the end of the fiscal year; and WHEREAS, due to the duration of the project, it is appropriate that a cap -it -al project fund be used. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA; Section 1: That the $30,000 appropriation in the General Find Planning and Zoning Department for the comprehensive plan be transferred to the City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan Capital Project Find. Section 2: That estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as follows: City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan Capital Project Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Kenai Peninsula Borough $30,000 Transfer from General Fund 30,000 $60,000 Increase Appropriations: Administration $ 21500 Professional Services 57,500 60 000 Ordinance No. 1763-97 Page Two PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 19thday of November, 1997. JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: November 5, 1997 Adopted: November 19, 1997 Effective: November 19, 1997 Approved by Finance: (10/30/97) kl Suggested by: Administr CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 97-81 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, ACCEPTING A $1,000 AMERICAN HOMETOWN LEADERSHIP AWARD GRANT FROM THE WAL- MART FOUNDATION. WHEREAS, the Wal-Mart Foundation co-sponsors the American Hometown Leadership Award to recognize outstanding civic accomplishments by individuals who serve on local governments' elected boards, councils, or advisory committees in communities with populations of fewer than 25,000; and, WHEREAS, the Wal-Mart Foundation has awarded a $1,000 grant to the City of Kenai in honor of Mayor John J. Williams for his contributions to the City of Kenai. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the City accepts the American Hometown Leadership Award grant. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 19' day of November, 1997. John J. Williams, Mayor ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: clf 'tZ 4 t Xx Ft7-r t T Oe Amencan Home'town�' eader�shtp,,. A,, rd } t 9 1 In recognitionjor exhibitin the highest standards o dedicat' 1bili jc dtivity g gton, and leadership in local governments serving America's smaller ommu 'tie t . i. is with the 1997 American Hometown Leadership,Award�',,�,,-,.,..,,.presented A y Tom Halicki, Executf Director: - National Center for Small Communities .•� ¢�;RSA P:: Thomas M. Coughlin, Executive Vice -Prey dent} Wal-Mart Stores Division Y J .NCSC 'ok ' H+''Pi r ..{<' Kl fs(• p y �, lfn�*.aN,� r � t. ; .. .�•,;:. s .f, N �• .a o- D w_� .p Sr.. =ir. '.i��� +Y `�,:. 4 A. NATIONAL CENTER PAR Vllal-Mr Sureagef SMALL COMMUNITIES t � wr ,� • � ��r�- 3 Suggested by: City CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO, 97-82 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI q ALASKA, ACCEPTING THE DONA TION OF PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS LOT 75, BLOCK 20 FROM DR. P � T4'WNSITE OF KENAI PETER O. AND KAROLEE T. HANSEN FOR USE AS A PUBLIC PARK IN MEMORY OF THEIR SON, P. ERIK HANSEN. WHEREAS, Dr. Peter O. and Karolee T. Hansen have submit ted a proposal to donate and develop a park for public use on pro a described as • . , P �y Lot ?, Block 20, Townsite of Kenai, and, WHEREAS, as presented, the Hansen family will purchase participate P the described property, p pate in the development of the park, and donate the roe t public use in perpetuity; P P �Y to the city for P rP ty; and, WHEREAS, the city agrees to accept the name of the a " ark P s Erik Hansen Scout Park" and re turn the park property to the Hansen familyif the roe ' as somethingother than property rty is to be used an a park, no longer maintained as a park, or the namef park is changed. of NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the City of Kenai accepts the donation of the • property described as Lot 7, Block 20, Townsite of Kenai to be used as the "Erik Hans en Scout Park as described in this resolution. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI ALA • , SKA this 19th day of November, 1997. John J. Williams, Mayor ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk CITY OF KENAI ►' Gil � �q�„ 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 89611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907.283-3014 hyl!p� rr.�a► IM November 6, 1997 Kenai Native Association, Inc. 215 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 203 Kenai, AK 99611 RE: PARS PROPOSAL • LOT 7, BLOCK 20, TOWNSlTE OF KENAI At the November 5, 1997 Kenai City Council meeting, Dr. Peter O. Hansen submitted a proposal for development of a park for public use on the bluff off Mission Avenue in Kenai. Dr. Hansen's proposal to the city is that his fancily would acquire the lanai (Lot 7, Block 20, Townsite of Kenai), participate in the development of the park, and t.- en donate the property to the city. A copy of Dr. Hansen's proposal is enclosed for your review-. Also enclosed is a copy of Archaeological Survey Unit Summary Report on Human Osteological Remains, prepared by the Office of History and Archaeology in April, 1989. This document discusses human remains found on the subject property in November . 1988. The report also represents the find is of "archaeological significance" and the location.. has been reported for inclusion in the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey. The Kenai City Council will consider the park proposal during their ovember 19, 1997 regular meeting. Consideration of the issue will be in the form of a resolution which requires a public hearing. The Kenai City Council requests a representative frc---" your organization participate in the public hearing process, advising council of your views of the ro osal in light P p of the historical and cultural significance of the area in question. Please review the attached materials. If you have documents you w c-=.--. L to submit for council review for the November 19 council meeting, forward them to Carol F-eas, Kenai City Clerk by Noon, November 14, 1997. Your attention to this matter is appreciated. CITY OF KEN John X Williams Ma r JJW / clf Enclosures CITY OF KENAI od 0 ,f Capi 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAt, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 on tm November 6, 1997 Kenaitze Indian Tribe P.O. Box 988 Kenai, AK 99611 RE: PARS PROPOSAL - LOT 79 BLOCS 20.9 TOtiD11 SM OF KENAI At the November 5, 1997 Kenai City Council meeting, Dr. Peter O. Hansen submitted a proposal for development of a park for public use on the bluff off Mission Avenue in Kenai. Dr. Hansen's proposal to the city is that his family would acquire the land (Lot 7, Block 20 Townsite of Kenai), participate in the development of the park, and then donate the to property the city. A copy of Dr. Hansen's proposal is enclosed for your review. Also enclosed is a copy of Archaeological Survey Unit Summary Report on Human Osteological Remains, prepared by the Office of History and Archaeology in April, 989. This document discusses human remains found on the subject property in November, 1988. The report also represents the find is of "archaeological significance" and the location has been reported for inclusion in the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey. The Kenai City Council will consider the park proposal during their November 19, 1997 regular meeting. Consideration of the issue will be in the form of a resolution which requires a public hearing. The Kenai City Council requests a representative from your organization participate in the public hearing process, advising council of your vie :rs of the proposal in light of the historical and cultural significance of the area in question. Please review the attached materials. If you have documents you wart to submit for council review for the November 19 council meeting, forward them to Carol F= eas, Kenai City Clerk by Noon, November 14, 1997. Your attention to this matter is appreciated. CITY OF KENAI John J Mavoz." JJW . , cif Encicsures CITY OF KENAI It C9.,.&% 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 mb.ca 1992 November 6, 1997 Jim Segura, General Manager Salamatof Native Association, Inc. P.O. Box 2682 Kenai, AK 99611 RE: PARS PROPOSAL -LOT ?, BLOCS 20.9 TOWNSITE OF KENAI At the November 5, 1997 Kenai City Council meeting, Dr. Peter O. Hansen submitted a proposal for development of a park for public use on the bluff off Mission Avenue in Kenai. Dr. Hansen's proposal to the city is that his family would acquire the land (Lot 7, Block 20 Townsite of Kenai), participate in the development of the park, and theproperty n donate the e to proposal enclosed for your review• the city. A copy of Dr. Hansen's ro sal is encl p p . Also enclosed is a copy of Archaeological Survey Unit Summary Report on Human osteological Remains, prepared by the Office of History and Archaeology in April, : 989. This document discusses human remains found on the subject property in November. 1988. The report also represents the fin ' d is of "archaeological significance" and the p � gn a locatlor: �zas been reported for inclusion in the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey. The Kenai City Council will consider the park proposal during their November 19, 1997 regular meeting. Consideration of the issue will be in the form of a resolution which requires a public hearing. The rese a Kenai City Council requests representative p ntative from your organization participate in the public hearing process, advising council of your vie.vs light of the proposal in li ht of the historical and cultural significance of the area in question. Please review the attached materials. If you have documents you w-az--: to submit for council review for the November 19 council meeting, forward them to Carol F reas, Kenai City Clerk by Noon. November 14, 1997. Your attention to this matter is appreciated. CITY OF KENAL,, John J illiams Mavar JJW cif Enclosures CITY OF KENAI AL"A 24,;" 0' 14 4&14 a � 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 - _ FAX 907-283-3014 MOW 111111. t»Z November 6, 1997 Archpriest Nicholas Molodyko-Harris Russian Orthodox Holy Assumption Church 6724 East Fourth Avenue Anchorage, AK 99504 RE: PARS PROPOSAL •LOT 7, BLOCK 20, TOITE OF At the November 5, 1997 Kenai City Council meeting, Dr. Peter O. Hansen submit ted a proposal for development of a park for public use on the bluff off Mission Avenue in Ken ai. Dr. Hansen's proposal to the city is that his family would acquire the land Lot 7 Bloc t � k 20, Townsite of Kenai), participate in the development of th ark, and then donate the roe to P your review the city. A copy of Dr. Hansen's proposal is enclosed fo property review - Also enclosed is a copy of Archaeological Survey. Unit SummaryRe orr on Human Osteological p steologzcal Remains, prepared by the Office of History and Archaeolo in April, 1 989. This . �Y P document discusses human remains found on the subject property in November. 1988. The report also represents the find is of "archaeological significance" and the location has been reported for y inclusion in the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey. P The Kenai City Council will consider the park proposal duringtheir November 19 1 997 regular meeting. Consideration of the issue will be in the form of a resolution which requires u' res a public hearing. The Kenai City Council requests a representative from our organization participate in the public hearingprocess, advising y g P g council of your vie :vs of the proposal in light of the historical and cultural significance of the area in question. Please review the attached materials. If you have documents you want to submit for council cl review for the November 19 council meeting, forward them to Carol F eas, Kenai City Clerk b Noon, November 14, 1997. y Your attention to this matter is appreciated. CITY OF KEN. John Williams Ma v r JJW / clf Enclosures November 6, 1997 CITY OF KENAI It Gil 0� ,q� ►► � 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 - _ FAX 907-283-3014 a �m Dr. Peter O. and Karolee T. Hansen P.O. Box 1390 Kenai, AK 99611 RE: PROPOSED PAIL$ LOT 7 City of Kenai , BLOCK 20, TOWNSI'TE OF KENAI For your information, we have enclosed a co of a letter se • Tribe in re copy sent to the Kenaitze Indian Bard to the above -referenced property which you have proposed developed into a u Y p p sed be p public park. Our letter has also been sent to the Kenai Native Inc., Salamatof Native Association Association, ,Inc. and Archpriest Nicholas Molodyko-Harris at the Russian Orthodox Church Diocese in Anchorage. Along with our letter, we enclosed copies of Se tember Y p 25, 1997 letter, the October 2, 1997 Parks Recreation Co .your ssion minutes, and a copy of Arc haeological Survey Unit Summary Report on Human Osteoloazcal Remains, prepared by the Office of History and Archaeology. We are forwarding g this information to you for your review prior to the November 19, 1997 council mee ting g at which time a public hearing will be held on a resolution to be written in regard t �,k, g o the development of the P Please contact us if you have any questions. CITY OF KENAI t.11 Enclosures PETER O. HANSEN, M.D. relephone 283-4611 Robert Prates, Director Parks and Recreation Department and Parks and Recreation Committee Members City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200 Kenai, AK 99611 KENA i MEDICAL CENTER aENCO BLDQ Box 1390 KENAI. ALASKA 98611 September 25, 1997 RE: Development of a park for public use eon the Kenai Bluff overlooking the mouth of the Kenai River in old town . SUBJECT: Lot 7, Block 20, Townsite of Kenai Our family is interested in purchasing, i n • P g, developing, and giving to the City of Iand for the purpose of a g ty of Kenai the above parcel P rP park for public use inperpetuity; a P come to and ohs park inch citizens and visitors observe the vast view overlooking the can g Chugah Mountain Ran a mouth • River, Cook Inlet, and volcanoes on - g of the Kenai the Alaska Peninsula across Cook Inlet. This Iota ears to be old town which is not susceptiblePP the to bluff erosion and whir n use.his not presently i We would like to name the ark after P our late son, Erik, whose demise age of 32, because of a mall was November 25, 1996 at the malignant brain tumor. Erik was an active • and achieved the rank of Boy scout during most of his life Eagle Scout in 1982. One art . the 11�Ia p of his Eagle service project was • y 1981 community span clean u P J heading up g P Program. Erik grew u in Kenai from attended public schools and Kenai M P om the age of 3 on, i Peninsula College, Loved Kenai ' home. and considered Kenai his Our family has several ideas which wet ' • • kink could be utilized in making These include a wall several this in to a beautiful ark. feet high along the edge of the p would al g bluff that people could sit on ' so discourage people from running,which up and down the bluff, green lawn w' - curbs, a statue of a scout overlooking� with sidewalks and the sea. These are a few b of Kenai f asic thoughts. We would Like input from the Cit Y or its design, development, and completion.P Specifically, we are asking for the blessing • sing of the Parks and Recreation tie a • • Advisory Committee to the Department,p rtment and Citizens with the intent of givinga follow ' City Council. The requests of up presentation to the Kenai Q he City of Kenai in return for ' this gift would be as follows: I) The City of Kenai assist with arch itectural design, development, of park rounds and P � and completion g attached structures. 2) The City of Kenai accept the completed pleted park grounds and attac.j imen ownership and maintenance is for n perpetuity. 3) The City of Kenai accept the name of the ark as " » p Erik Hansen Scout Park"'. 4) If the use of this parcel be changed to something other than a peaceful park, or the parcel no longer be maintained as a park, or the name be changed, then the parcel would revert to the next closest of kin to Peter O. and Karolee T. Hansen. The purchase and development of this property would be financed in part through funds contributed b the many friends and relatives of Erik and the Hansen family. y POHdw U.MPAMM,13 Sincerely, Peter O. Hansen, M-D. Father of P. Erik Hansen Karolee T. Hansen Mother J04 Pis all, �;cho 01 he not' -be able t& dope, )ock-e-�', "She a him. So they told me �nd cgi- they'd lose Me a , and a healthy )mes. heart.99 She has been kept alive largely The )n in. :::Borealis suit Stock 'lump. attacks boro 11 �12 on 15 polents i. It Borealis Resources Of Fair. banks asked the Kenai Superior Court On Wednesday to overturn a jSt mess Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly decision to shut down n us) drilling at an explorator Y natural We gas well in Clam Gulch.k., ng at :4, The Fairbaniis-toWatig" -led . 'a . filed a 15-point document W .1 Oct. 20 decision. .13oreAll -:g t t,� orney z6rx,*� P as vast: ta, set P a "Consti 'Challenge to the As semblylt- decj' io 2 fie 4 e 6 10 18 20 27 ge sion and the law `-the b6roukh: deciqedft , N.-Onforce. Borealis' also 'wan ffiiii;�clfied cOmpensp- tion'from the borough. It asked the court to dismiss the -borough action or decide the lnatter� with a. trial. Paskva• n said he had no com- menl 11(olhor was A 1*0 vigor. •OUSly pushing it because we think they (the Assembly) are wrong .09 TheairbattorneYq reached esarks by telephone on Thursday, said it would be inappropriate to us •:. e' the es rg*10 JD;j IL -LING baft 4L 4. Awl d t0i r fb opf bier oes not e cover e -cost -,.it. e:; Ye beeQV .Utu I ... . . A NatjoW 91 n9plan Operations. OcHe. Da4 of -Alaska 6, but I stilldon�lt The' B know Priced the'PPeration "Some come — nobody at between $loo 9 to need it does could 111VO goin d live maybe 5-10 000 W, $1501000V the .same as "s we'did. ItIj lidee to Years on that new medication. with continuing costs of $1000 a know •itos 90ing.t6*be there Year for checkups and Iliedica. dle Meanwhile, Marshall cooks, tion. said. ',,.After all, U You 6ftn' do -a cleans, and keeps track of the 27 BodUe said she wants the in little bit of good In Your lifetime.. Pills his wife takes every day. Oney weliq then ffi jVhat I ih her trust fund to used to help about. r sl 0t meeting draws By JON LITTLE b 19 crowd Staff Writer A group of Kasilof residentsmeeting, lot of flak at the be inni of the P' said Sylvia Spearow, who, work got done, she said. One of the Ideas, to fearing that a Kasilof River management plan would with another borough plan•t nery braved the three-hour get- come out of the meeting was a,desuv to start a ' 1 turn Private land Into park land ja rn .ed a special meeting mm- Wednes. together inside a portable classroom at Tustumena El emen- co community Council so th6. area would In p ' on - day, but left with their suspicions tarY' School. -Ile small room a law'' crammed was P011C - eased, for the most part, according with about so Poncern residents. and to the soifie, -of h6lock borough staff m' w k, e. pttended.*. ember who .-,angry. hkk, tin furore But the.vr dbied -dov,v ' ns V PA-Ar ;,• ;: • :.;' :, 81L b�k page C,> 4 M o o e DEPA1tT1tIE11TT OF 11TATURAL RESOURCES i DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION April 18, 1989 File No.: 3130-3 City of Kenai John P. Watson Kenai Police Department 107 South Willow Kenai, AK 99611 Patrolman Watson: STEVE COWPER, GOVERNOR 3601 C STREET ANCHORAGE, ALASKA 99503 PHONE: (907) 561.2020 MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 107001 ANCHORAGE. ALASKA 99510-7001 The human skeletal remains (Case No. 88-62660 [88-2250-01]) which you mailed to the Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory in November, 1988, were forwarded to the Office of History and Archaeology (OHA), Alaska Department of Natural Resources, for analysis. They were subsequently analyzed by OHA archaeologists- R. Joan Dale and J. David McMahan. Additionally, Dr. Douglas Reger (OHA archaeologist) has prepared a brief historic overview of the find location. We are pleased to present you with a summary of our findings, followed by a more comprehensive discussion. If there are any questions regarding our procedures or results, or if we may be of further service, please do not hesitate to contact us at (907) 762-2622 or stop by the Frontier Building (3601 C Street), Suite 1278. Sincerely: - = J R. Joan Dale J. David McMahan cc: George Taft, Director Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory OFFICE OF HISTORY AND ARCHAEOLOGY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY UNIT SUMMARY REPORT ON HUMAN OSTEOLOGICAL REMAINS R. Joan Dale, J. David McMahan, Douglas R. Reger April, 1989 CASE ER 88-62660 (88-2250-01) FIND LOCATION: Kenai INVENTORY: Partial human skeleton, including the crani mum and miscellaneous post -cranial elements from the left side ANTIQUITY OF REMAINS: Post -contact, probably late 1700's to mid 1800's AGE AT DEATH: Late middle age, approx. 40 to 50 years SEX: Male RACE: Alaskan Native probably Athapaskan STATURE: Approx. 174 cm (58" t 2 ") (see text regarding accuracy) CAUSE OF DEATH: Indeterminate PATHOLOGICAL LESIONS: None noted other than degenerative joint changes wh i ch occur with age DISTINGUISHING C RISTICS: Shallow, l cm -wide depression (non -traumatic?) on the left side of the cranium at ptenon; deep nasal root; rotated and impacted left mandibular canine RECOMMENDED ACTION: Further investigation is probably unwarranted COMMENTS: See attached Discussion of Findings for a more detailed report of our examination Case No. 88-62600 [88-2250;01) page 2 DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS INVENTORY: The remains consist of a partial human skeleton (Figures la-c) which includes: a relatively complete skull, with the facial portion separate; the left half of the mandible; the right mandibular condyle; six cervical vertebral fragments (consisting of the majority of the atlas, the basal portion of the axis, and four neural arches); four thoracic vertebral fragments (consisting of neural arches and portions of the centra); one vertebral centrum fragment (anterior margin) of indeterminate position; nine ribs (all lefts, probably one through nine); a left scapula (the superior and medial margins are do0maged); a left clavicle; a left humerus; a left ulna fragment (proximal half); a right metacarpal III; a p al phalanx (hand); and a left o e (pubis missing). Most maxillary teeth are present (the occlusal surfaces exhibit heavy and uneven wear). The right central and lateral incisors, the left lateral incisor, the left canine, and the left second premolar were all lost post-mortem. The third molars are also absent; but because that portion of the maxilla has been damaged, it is not possible to determine if these were lost premortem or never developed. The maxillary left fast molar was lost prior to death, as is indicated by bone reabsorption. Mandibular teeth present consist of both left and right incisors, the left canine, the left first and second premolars, and the left second (?) molar. The left first mandibular molar and possibly the second molar were lost sometime prior to death as indicated by alveolar reabsorption The left mandibular canine has rotated and is impacted by adjacent teeth so that eruption has stopped just short of the occlusal plane. LOCATION/HISTORY: Reports issued by Sgt. Morris and Officer Watson of the Kenai Police Department indicate that the remains were uncovered and reported by a backhoe operator (James Bookey) while excavating on the bluff by Toyon Villa on November 16, 1988. The investigating officers observed the skull and other remains, along with remnants of a wooden casket, exposed in profile about 5 ft. below the existing ground surface (see attached police reports). The find location was provenienced by use of triangulation coordinates (see police sketch map, attached), and a number of photographs were taken. The human remains, as well as samples of the wooden casket, were collected by the investigating officers and mailed to the Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory in Anchorage. On November 25, the remains were delivered to OHA for analysis. Regarding the find location, Dr. Douglas Reger reports that: The area at Kenai where thisgrave was uncovered is a part of Old Kenai Maps obtained from Alska Packers Association records and from to h p o graphs from the 1890 s show buildings constructed in the native style at that location. Although 'the -exact location of the Russian fort, Redoubt St. Nicholas i g r � s uncertain the grave area probably is where e the native village was established outside the fort stockade. Evidence from. the burial suggests the grave may date from that period. :. Figures 2 and 3 illustrate the location of the rave in relation to the of ' • g d native village and to present-day Kenai. Case No. 88-62600 [88-225G;01] _ page 3 yam. � """�� �+`� _ II rr • _�� �� ^ �- '' w i Anterior • • Figures la and lb. Inventory of Human Remains, Case No. 88-62600 (88-2250-01),e Darkened Elements Were Submitted for Analysis. (page 1 of 2 for Figure 1). Case No. 88-62600 [88 0 ;O1] page 4 f 1 / • Left Hand Left Lateral (c ) Figure la Inventor► of Human Remains, Case No. 8842600 (88w2250-OI)e Darkened Elements Were Submitted for Analysis. (page 2 of 2 for Figure 1). Case No. 88-62600 [88- 0-01] page 5 �• , • Z ~ s � wo a •� S �t'� dD • I 31L � 10 ' • M I + ,Ii •3 1 ' ' lift I ..t ' r �' do 400 sop v � 0 Grave f Location 10 Figure 2. Location of the Grave in Relation to the Native V*d1a a at Old Kenai. g a. Alaska Packers' Association Records, U.S. Survey No,, 257 May 16 1903. Case No. 88-62600 [8& 0-011 page 6 Grave Location Figure I Approximate Grave Location. Cit y of Kenai Map prepared by the Alaska Department of Highways Planning and R • Y g Research division, 1970. Case No. 88.62600 (88-2250-Qlj page 7 ANTIQUITY OF REMAINS: Several observations lead us to believe that the remains date between the 1790s and 1850s. The use of a wooden casket suggests that disposal was influenced by missionization, which was initiated with the establishment of Fort St. Nicholas in 1791. Artificial cranial flattening, which has been observed on some pre -contact crania from the Gulf of Alaska region, was not present. While anthropologists have not observed a sufficient number of skeletons in the Kenai area to estimate the frequency of this practice, it may suggest that the individual was under the influence of missionization even as a child. Two of the casket fragments contain iron hand -wrought "rosehead" nails. Hand -wrought nails were generally replaced by machine -cut nails by the 1820s, although selective usage might have continued somewhat later. The rosehead, which draws its name from the distinct hand -faceted head, was a common general purpose nail type (Nelson 1968). Remnants of the wooden casket braces which contain the nails appear to have been hand - formed, which is also supportive of the suggested time frame. As well, the general condition of the wood and skeletal remains are supportive of the estimated time range. The wood has undergone extensive bacterial decay but still retains microscopic cell structure. Bone preservation is also good, although some warpage from soil pressure has occurred. While skeletal maceration is complete, small portions of the innominate and cranium exhibit thin veneers of dried flesh. AGE AT DEATH: A number of degenerative changes in the skeleton suggest that the individual was a late middle-aged adult, probably in the fourth or fifth decade at the time of death. Observed characteristics were most similar to those of individuals in the mid to late forties. Criteria used in the assessment of age include: (1) morphology of the auricular surface of the illium (Lovejoy et al. 1985); (2) morphology of the sternal end of the fourth rib (Iscan et al. 1984); (3) degree of ectocranial and endocraniai suture closure (Krogman 1962:81); (4) degree of arthritic lipping of the vertebral centra, rim of the glenoid cavity of the scapula, and articular surfaces of the humerus and clavicle; and (5) the degree of attrition on the occlusal surfaces of teeth (BrothweU 1972:69). Other, less objective, -criteria supporting our age -estimate include the presence of distinct endocranial pacchionian depressions along both sides of the sagittal suture, and deepening of grooves of the middle meningeal artery (Krogman 1962:88). Although specific scoring procedures have been worked out for some of these criteria, they are best used in conjunction with the target population upon which the procedures were formulated. Our estimate is based upon general observations and comparisons of all available criteria. SEX: Our male sex determination for the individual is based primarily upon observations of the pelvis, and secondarily upon morphological characteristics of the skull. Measurements and observations. of the humerus are supportive of our estimate but are in thems4lves.poor indicators of sex. Sexual dimorphism is crania of the Kenai Peninsula natives is generally unpronounced (Lobdell, personal communication), often making sex determinations from the skulls alone difficult. In observing morphological sexing characteristics of skulls as described by Anderson (1969), Bass (1971), Keen (1950), Krogman (1962), and Wienker (1984), both male and female traits were noted. The cranium is relatively small, which is suggestive of females in some populations. Lobdell (1980:41), however, found that in apre-contact Case No. 88-62600 [88-2250-01} - : - - _ _ .. page 8 Kachemak Bay area skeletal population many craniometeric values were greater for females than males. Female characteristics observed on the subject skull include frontal bossing, small mastoids, and lack of an extension of the zygomatic arches as a crest posterior to the auditory meati. Observed male characteristics include squared eye orbits, moderate supraorbital ridges, a moderately prominent occipital protuberance (but poorly developed points of nuchal muscle attachment), a U-shaped palate, and a somewhat squared chin. The cranium is not strongly suggestive of either male or female, particularly when one considers that some of these traits vary with race. The human inno ate is generally a better indicator of sex than the cranium. The left innominate of this individual, while missing the pubis, most of the ischium, and all rami, still possesses enough characteristics to warrant a male sex determination. The greater sciatic notch is relatively narrow, and its angle of 55° is outside the female range but well within the male range of Alaskan Eskimo pelves (Hanna and Washburn 1953). A vertical dimension of the acetabulum of the subject (56 mm) is also well within the male range, as compared to both Caucasian and American Indian samples (Kelly 1979:156). Additionally, the sacro-iliac articular surface is relatively flat and there is no preauricular sulcus (nor parturitional pitting) present. Both of these are male characteristics (Bass 1971:159-161). The humerus, while a poor choice for determination of sex, supports a male determination. The length of the humeral bead (45 mm) is intermediate between males and females, while the width of the humeral bead (44 mm) is near the male average (Krogman 1962:144). The humerus length (335 mm) is above the average for Kachemak males (Lobdell 1980:57). The subject humerus does not possess a septal aperture (supra- condyloid foramen), which occurs more frequently in females than males (although this alone is of little value in sexing) (Hrdlicka 1932:431-450). RACE: These skeletal remains appear to be those of an Alaskan Native, probably Athapaskan as based on a review of Eskimo and Indian traits listed by Oschinsky- { 1964). Because there has been verylittle work on Athapaskan skeletal remains, the assignment of racial unity is somewhat tentative. The eight Athapaskan traits that Oschinsky defined are all present on this crania as are the two traits that are shared by Athapaskan and Eskimo populations. These traits are listed below: (1) depressed nasal root (Athapaskan trait) (2) broad nasal bones (Athapaskan trait) (3) malar margins almost in vertical plane (Athapaskan trait) _ Al ,. (4) zygo-maxillary junction at right angles (Athapaskan trait) ,.. , (5) no zygo-maxillary fossae (the lack of these fossae are an Athapaskan trait) (6) anano-maxillary angle of 146* (which falls between the Eskimo mean and the Iroquois mean) (7) slight to moderate prognathism (Athapaskan trait) (8) no palatine torus (Athapaskan trait) (9) lacks sagittal keeling and pentagonal cranial outline (sagittal tal keeling and. pentagonal cranial outline are Eskimo traits) (10) small mastoids (a shared Athapaskan and Eskimo trait) (11) thickened tympanic plates (a shared Athapaskan and Eskimo trait) .. Case No. 88-62600 [88- C;01] page 9 STATURE: Application of the humeral stature formulae of Trotter and Gleser (1958) for Caucasian and Mongoloid (Korean) samples yielded stature estimates of 175 cm and 173 cm, respectively, or about 5'8" ± 2". This is much taller than the 158.9 cm mean stature estimate for the pre -contact inhabitants of the Kachemak Bay area Lobdell 1980:62). Lobdell's estimates, based upon femoral length, have a greater degree of accuracy. The humerus and other bones of the upper body are generally used for the calculation of stature only when leg bones are not available (Trotter and Gleser 1958:120). Therefore, our estimate of 57 should not be taken as absolute. CAUSE OF DEATH: Nothing was noted that would suggest the cause of death. PATHOLOGICAL LESIONS: No lesions suggestive of trauma or disease (other than those indicative of poor dental health) were noted. The occlusal surfaces of most teeth, however, are worn well into the dentin. The left mandibular first and second (?) molars, along with the maxillary first molar, were lost long before death as is indicated by alveolar bone reabsorption. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: A small rounded depression, about 2 mm deep and 1 cm in diameter, is located on the left side of the cranium at pterion. It appears to have been located along the coronal suture, which is now obliterated in this area. The depression is not manifested endocranially and does not appear to be the result of a depressed fracture. The possibility of an epidermoid or bone cyst cannot be ruled out, nor can the possibility of a congenital abnormality. Also of note is the rotated and slightly impacted left mandibular canine. Impaction by adjacent teeth has prevented this canine from coming into occlusion with opposing teeth. 11 .�P. DISCUSSION The information extracted from this burial is of considerable interest from a scientific perspective because researchers have had few opportunities to examine human skeletal material from the area One notable exception is a similar burial which was recovered from a disturbed grave near Soldotna (AST/Soldotna Case 85-48959; Crime Lab Case 85-1168). The cranium, which was submitted by Trooper Jeff Edmonson, was examined by. Dr, John E. Lobdell and determined to be that of a young adult Indian male. Postcranial remains from the same burial were subsequently collected and submitted to OHA by a local property owner but have not been analyzed. Both.burials are considered to be critical clues in the contact Russian period of southcentral Alaska. The Soldotna burial was in a casket of similar design as that with which the subject remains were associated. Planks approximately 3/4 In. thick were held to the ends of hand -formed braces, about 2 In. in diameter, by hand - wrought iron nails. Wood from the Kenai casket was identified as spruce by microscopic examination. Dry samples were viewed under a binocular scope at up to 70x, while a sample mounted in glycerol was viewed at 430x under a light microscope. Case No. 88-62600 [88-2250-01] ,page 10 RECOMMENDED ACTION: The apparent antiquity of the remains suggest that further forensic investigation is unwarranted. Because the find is of archaeological significance and other remains may potentially be present, the location has been reported for inclusion in the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey (AHRS) file within this office. We would be interested in learning of any other finds of historic materials which turn up. If the Kenai Police Department or people of Kenai do not wish the return of this skeletal material, we recommend that it be curated by a qualified research institution We suggest that the Anthropology Department of the University of Alaska. Anchorage, which already houses a number of past forensic cases, be the recipient. This would insure that the material is easily available to both researchers and public officials. Case No. 88-62600 [88-2250-01] page 11 Table 1 Craniometric Measurements (in mm) - i Cranial Length. 174 Cranial Breadth 128 Basion-Bre. 134.5 Eadobasion-Nasion 0 0 0 0 0 0 a Is 099 � Endobasion-prosthion . 94 Minimum Frontal Breadth 0 0 0 0 0 a a a 0 a87 � Bizygomatic Breadth*. 117 Nasion-prostluon 68 Maxillo-alveolar Length (Ext)* 4' 51 Maxillaalveolar Breadth (Ext)* . 54 Palatal Length (Internal) . 0 0 a 0 a 0 0 a 0 39 Palatal Breadth (Internal) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 35 Nasal Breadth . a 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 0 0 23 Nasal Height 51.5 Orbital Height (L). 0 0 0 0 0 0 a 0 30.5 Orbital Breadth (L)* 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 36 Biorbital Breadth 20 Basion-Porion Ht (L) . 9 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 59.5 Porion-Upper Orbit (L) Of e 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 gg Porion-Lower Orbit (L) 0 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 0 87 External Auditory Meatus Ht (L) 0 13 External Auditory Meatus Width (L) 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 9 Porion-Nasion . 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 a 0 0 0 106 Porion•Subnasale Porion-Prosthion Biporion Breadth 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 19 s = approximate, due to warpage or breakage Cranial Indices Cranial Index 0 0 0 0 0 0 . Cranial Module Mean Height Index Length -Height Index 0 0 0 0 0 0 . Breadth -Height Index . Fronto-Parietal Index . Upper Facial Index Orbital Index (left) Maxillo•Alveolar (Ext) Index. Palatal Index (Int) . Flatness of Cranial Base . Nasal Index Case No. 88-62600 [88-2250-01] • 73.56 . 145.50 . 89.07 . 105.07 . 67.96 . 58.11 . 84.72 . 105.88 . 89.74 44.23 44.66 page 12 I Table Z Non -metric Discrete Characters of the Cranium* - Inca Bone + Epiptenc bone (left side only) + Lambdoid Ossicle +Suture into aorbital Foramen + Parietal Foramen -Accessory Infraorbital Foramen - Coro nal Ossicle +Palatine Torus (slight) + Supraorbital Foramen Complete -Accessory Palatine Forament + Parietal Notch Bone (left side only) - Metopism + Ossicle at Asterion - Sagittal Ossicle + Foramen of Huschke - Ossicle at lambda + Zygomaxilllary foramen (right -Anterior Condylar Canal Double side only) * ( + = present; - = absent; o =indeterminate) Case No. 88-62600 [88-2250-pl] page 13 REFERENCES CITED Anderson, J.E. 1962 The Human Skeleton: A Manual forArchaeologists. Department of Northern P Affairs and National Resources, Ottawa. Bass, William M. 1971 Human Osteology: A Laboratory and Field Manual of the Human Skeleton. 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Technical Report EP-45, Headquarters Quartermaster Research and Development Command, Natick, Mass. Kelly, M.A. 1979 Sex Determination with Fragmented Skeletal Remains. Journal of Forensic Sciences 24:154-158, Krogman, Wilton M. 1962 The Human Skeleton in Forensic Medicine. Charles C. Thomas, Springfield, Nelson, Lee H. 1968 Nail Chronology as an Aid to Dating old Buildings. American Association for State and Local History Technical Leaflet 48, HistoryNews volume 24 , No. 11. Case No. 88-62600 [88-2250-01] page 14 j Oschinsky, L 1964 77ie Most Ancient Eskimo: Tile Eskimo Affinities of Dorset Culture Skeletal I Remains. The Canadian Research Center for Anthropology, Ottawa. Stewart, T.D. 1933 The Tympanic Plate and External Auditory Meatus in the Eskimo. American .Ioumal of Physical Anthropology 17(4):48I-497. Turner, Christy 1987 Late Pleistocene and Holocene PJopulation History of East Asia Based on Dental Variation. American Joun:al of PhysicalAnthropology 73(3):305-321. Wienker, Curtis W. 1984 Sex Determination from Human Skeletal Remains: A Case of Mistaken Assumption. In Human Identification: Case Studies in ForensicAnthropolo�y, edited by Ted A. Rathbun and Jane E. Buikstra, pp. 229-243. � Case No. 88-62600 [88- 0;01] 15 `page KENAI POLICE DEPARTMENT[N�• a� ype Date Reo�o w-A ate Occurred Time Occurred ay Week often.. Location of Offense RWVPWAM t1lLL OWOW jPdnQ M C2 �-ri ANWARP code Last Flat W ex .OJ. . Hgt. Wgt. Hair are Z2 Z& Roo '10, Corr. Lone PhOicei Marks Address. AKA "at. OL Nwnbar state Work Addgtas "/O)P:z av tion Wq _ _ PhoA. POD Remarks �i22Z of Yes No interviewed At Into vkAved By Date Time • Audio Yes No �"a - Record Is, Loa F W Sex Race D.O.f. Age HIIL WgL Hair Eye Corr. Lens Physical Morke Address AKA Phone sos: searfty OL Number $tate Work Addrere Occupation Werou" Phone POD Remarks Advised of Yee No Interviewed At Int"viewed by case Time Audio Yes No �e Record I Code Last First W Sex Rene D.OJL Age HgL WOL Hair Eye /slid Carr. 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Audio Yes No RIDMs Record vehicle Maica ModN Year Style Color Lkense State Vln Information Vehicle No. Pass me" Female Impound Location AvIremnental Fair Cloudy Rain Snow Temp Light Dark Dusk Occupant Y N CondMbns X Y 06 Into y Artificial Good Fair Poor None , inside Good Fair Poor Te i E LIgM Lloht nm:przises Object of Pant of Method of Attack Entry Entry Method of Amunt of Vandallam Type of Weapon Make Cal Attack Property Type _ ..... _ Method of Departure suspect Evidence Yes No Type By /� �y� Lab Submitta • Demeanor obtained 076jv (� V r 0N `..J Type Stolen Value Value Recovered A Recovers suspect Hand gem � Complex Speech Hat Build glasses y Information L r Teeth Mask Facial Hair Offender Z k d Other 8uspoct Can Y N ay Re! to / P'�o�s statement Z 3 4 Other Known So L D.'d Assn Y N � Taken From Aieohoil drseth % Intox f Olwn 8y Other Test Raga Drug Y i Teat Y N Related - Exhibit* Diagram Conant Aioohol Report Rights Waver Vidso er Pholo Others For DA t APSIN Y N Date Entered Items Entered NCIC Y N bats Entered items Entered t Input IV Input HIT Followup 1 Yes No Remarks Requested investigated Dy Referrad To AaO(/ - ;�z 040 sor Closing Dompositlon Date Ilk M5 lir, �r M 400- .0 /`e •`!� KENAI POLICE DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATED BY TITLE OF CASE _ SGT. MORRIS FOUND HUMAN REMAINS DEFENDANT NAME FILE NO. 88-62660 DETAILS: Human remains found on Mission Avenue near Toyon Villa Apartments, INTERVIEW: JAMES BOOKEY (#2CI) On 11/16/88 at approximately 1100 hours Sgt. Morris interviewed BOOKEY at Kenai Police Department. BOOKEY related that he was using a backhoe to excavate some property for DAN HAKKINEN on the bluff by Toyon Villa when he dug up some bones. He got out of the backhoe and observed a human skull embedded in the bank BOOKEY then contacted Kenai Police Department, INVESTIGATION: Sgt. Morris and Officer Watson went to the scene and dug out the skull. Measurements and photos were taken. .- '".he officers observed what appeared to be the outline of a wooden casket ^ound the remains in the dirt bank, ( See Officer Watson ' s report) CASE STATUS: Closed - remains sent to lab .....�... _ ENTERED BY lw 11 / 17 / 8 8 ST•3 _ DATE --.APPROVED BY _ DATE 2 PAGE NO. KENAI POLICE DEPARTMENT FILE NO. 88-62660 INVESTIGATED BY OFFICER WATSON DEFENDANTNAME TITLE OF CASE FOUND HUMAN R EMA T H S INFORMATION: On 11/16/88, at approximately 1125 hours, Sgt. Morris advised Officer Watson that the remains of a possible human skeleton were uncovered at an excavation site on the bluff near Toyon Villa Apartments in Old Town Kenai. At approximately 1135 hours, Officer Watson met with the complainant, JIM BOOKEY, at the excavation site. Officer Watson took approximately 24 photographs of the scene, and was assisted by Sgt. Morris in measuring the placement of the remains (see enclosed diagram) before the remains were removed from the site. The remains included: top portion of skull intact upper jaw intact but missing some teeth approximately 5 rib bones approximately 4 neck or vertebra bones pelvic bones one leg bone - possibly the femur The remains were removed from the scene which were buried approximately 5 feet deep. The grave site appeared to include a casket, as small pieces of wood were recovered from around the grave site. = .• aw •wow.. • .. The remains were brought to Kenai Police Department and packaged for delivery to the crime lab. ENTERED BY 1W 11 / 17 / 8 $. DATE APPROVED BY ST-3 _ DATE 3 PAGE NO. CAI PARKS & RECREATION coSSION * FS *** October 2, 1997 - 7:00 P.M. City Mall Council Chambers Chairman, Richard Hultberg 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL GALL Chairman Hultberg called the meeting to order at a ro • PP �aately 7.05 p.m, Members Presents Hultberg, Dale Sand R . onald Y oto, jackCastiaore Members Absent: Kelly Gifford, Tun Wisniewsid Also Present: Director Bob Frates, Lysa MCCaulei' • _ ,Contract. Secretary Barb Roper, Coun an Duane Bannock(arrived•pan.) at 7.30 2. APPROVAL OF AGiA AGENDA WAS APPROVED ASPpXSELATED. 3. APPIR60VAL OF - Attmust ? 1997 uTES FOR THE G HELD AUGUST 7, 199 ? WRI WERE APPROVED AS Note: The September 4, 1997 meeting W 8 canceled due to laths of quorum, therefore no za * utes Were presented. 4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD Dr. Pete Hansen - Parir Project: (Dr. Hansen arrived a- . . � 7.20 p.m.) Dr. Hansen presented the Coma .ssioner s with a letter (included % i-' ' . �..n these minutes) which outiuied the plans his family has fora ark in P the Old Towne bluff area. Thus park, if approved, will be named in memory of Dr. _ _ansen s late son Erik. Dr. Hansen also showed an aerial photograph of the lot and ' P explained that his family envisioned a viewing park focusing on the mout,of . the Kenai River and the Inlet. It was noted the lot is approximately2? 000 � so. ft. When asked about parking in the area, Dr. Hansen pointed out on �- . _ t.re map where people were currently parking. He added, the �0' lot next tot =e pro -Dosed P _ sed park could be used for parking anti the owner was approached wi ' P t_._ _ egard to se or donating. A lengthy discussion took place on bluff ero s _ on, maintenance, PARKS & REC'.EATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 2, 1997 PAGE 1 5. 5. signage, safety. and general ideas for the ark. it was • P noted that once this Commission approves Dr. Hansen's concept as outlin to Council for approval. P e.r in his letter, It will go SANDAL MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF DR. Hansen'S LETTER WIT$ TE UNDERSTANDING THAT IT COME BACK Tp PARKS AND RECItF.ATION WAN TIC DESIGN OFT PARK BF.GIINS. YA�MOTp SECONNDED TEM MOTION, VOTE: MA AT" Yes YAMAMOTO Yes Gg'FORD Absent QAS1'md0RE Yes WISNlzWSHI Absent SULTBF.RG Yes MOTION PASSES. After discussion on schedules, Bannock reported that at Dr. Hansen would be put on the agenda for the November 5, 1997 City Council • .. tY rzeeting. Dr. Hansen will meet with Frates to discuss maintenance and water to the parr. Lysa McCaulev, the Citv's aerobic instructor was • . intro auced. She attended the meeting to share inforiaation on the aerobics ro p gram OLD SZTSnirESS a. Parks Tour Frates requested feedback and/or comments fr • ozn the Parrs tour held ul August. It was suggested there be two ark to ' . P tours next year in order to spend more tie at each one. Comr�a . ssioners expressed their satisfaction with the tour. Frates stated the tours will be scheduled and i31 Council members wbe invited. He added tha - t waving Mavor WiRiams at the last tour was very helpful, azw BusnmsS a. Qroals 8s Objectives/Park Improvement ReviesQ Frates discussed the park improvement list an a noted some of the items had not been accomplished because they wer ♦_ot a high priority. Frates commented on the followingarks: P PARKS & RE REATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 2, 1997 PAGE 2 W Y�].1TAITLC INDYAI�T T.I�E, Tg� P.O. BOX 988 IMA19 AT.ASgA 99611 TII.: (907)28�3G33 FAX: ("7)2U-3052 �OLI7T ON NO.97-31 A TRIBAL RESOLUTION OPPOSING PARK PROPOSAL -LOT 79 BLOCK 20, TOWNSIU OF EXNAY WHEREAS, the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, a federaii recognized . . � y eco Tube, reorganized in 1971 p to the Indian Reorganization t�on Act (I.KA-) of 1934, as amanded for Alaska in 1936 and is responsible (in accordance With the Preamble to the Tribal Constitution) for the social and economic welfare of its 951 ' Tnbal nQembers and for the wWare of the total Z767 Al a Native residents of Central. and Upper southern Kenai Pe iof South Alaska; and WHEREAS, the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, IRA has established long range goals which relate to the collective and individual, social, economic, and governmental concerns of its people; and WHEREAS, the K ' Indian Tribe, IRA has lost nearly. all of its vital culture and he stage through apathy, insensitivity and cone nercialism and S, the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, .IRA believes that it is of vital importance to the Tribe to protect and preserve the historical and cultural rerr�ins of its ancestors, and has recoga ed the importance of preserving and revitalizing the Dena'ina lan incr , _ g $uag� and to Public awareness and knowledge of the Dena Ina people who � . p p settled in the Cook Inlet Basin in. South Central Alm and VaMRFAS, Dr_ Peter O. Hansen has submitted a proposal . p po to the City of Kenai for the development of a public use park on the bluff off Mission Avenue in Kenai (Lot 7, Block 207Townsite of Kenai); and I.ot 7, Block 20, Tovrnsite of Kenai is a historical burial for the site Kenaitze Dena'ina, and r ' identified as being post . g p contact Alaska Dative dating back to late 1700's to mid 1 S00's have been discovered at this site on several occasions; and NOW rTHEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED b the Executive Com i . Y ttee/Tnbal Council of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, ERA, at its regularly scheduled Council g of November 125 1997 that the Tribe respectfully requests that all ne oriati � g ons of the development of Lot 7, Block 20, Townsite of K cease un r . �, tal research can be compiled on the historical significance of this site. J Page 2 of 2 Kenai�ze Indian Tribe, IRA Resolution No. 97-31 CERTIFICATION VOTIlNG FOR VOTING AGAIlNST: (? RONAY.,D PETT�RSON, TItMAj, CHgYItpERSON ABSTAINIlVCr: 0 KENAII'ZE IlVD TRIBE, IRA ABSENT. � L dAaz ESTI—R S .GURATRIBAt.. SECRETARY KENAITZE ]NDIAN TRIBE, IRA November 12, 1997 DAZE or J KENAI ADVISORY HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING NOVEMBER 109 1997 KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. COLA MAN WILL JAHRIG AGENDA ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: OVAL OF MINUTES a. Regular Meeting of October 6, 1997. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD None. ITEM 5: REPORTS a. Director b. Dock Foreman ITEM 6: OLD BUSINESS None. ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS a. Dip Net Information ITEM 8: COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS / QUESTIONS ITEM 9: INFORMATION a. Kenai City Council Action Agendas of October 15, 1997. b. FY89-98 Port and Harbor Facility Appropriations Alaska DOT). C. 5/97 BOAT/U.S. Magazine, Live on the Internet: The Boating Safety Challenge ITEM 10: ADJO ENT KENAI OR COMMISSION * * * MINUTES *** November 10, 1997 - 7:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Chairman: Will Jahrig 1. ROLL CALL: Chairman Jahrig called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.. Members Present: Barry Eldridge, Ray McCubbins, WiU Jahrig, Michael McCune, Tom Thompson Members Absent: George Spracher Others Present: Keith Kornelis, Councilman Bookey, Contract Secretary Barb Roper 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA ELDRIDGE MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA FOR NOVEMBER 10, 1997. MOTION WAS SECONDED BY MCCUBBINS. AGENDA WAS APPROVED AS PRESENTED. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MCCUNE MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF TEEE OCTOBER 6, 1997 MEETING. MCCUBBINS SECONDED THE MOTION. TES FOR OCTOBER 6, 1997 WERE APPROVED AS WRITTEN. 4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE H - None 5. REPORTS a. Director Kornelis reported that he and Freden attended the Harbor Master /Port Authorities meeting in Wrangel in October. Information regarding port and harbor facility appropriations was provided in the meeting packet. b. Dock Foreman -No report available. 6. OLD BUSINESS a. Corp of Engineers Dredging Eldridge asked about the status of the Corp of Engineers dredging project. Kornelis reported that no new information was provided since the last time it was di discussed with the Harbor Commission. Kornelis stated that while he was in Wrangel he investigated other funding g sources. He indicated the State had provided funding to other communities for similar projects. 7. NEW BUSIES a. Dip Net Information A memo from the police department regarding activity at the mouth of the Kenai River during the dip net fishery was discussed. Bookey stated the information provided will serve as backup when Council attends the Board of Fish meetings in February to discuss the dip net fishery. Kornelis also provided a statistical information memo on the 1996 di net fishery. This includes the t p ry total number. of permits issued and the number of fish caught. It was pointed out the figures provided are �' statewide. The Kenai River activity is broken out which gives a good � comparison to other areas. Commission members noted that the overall figure was low compared to previous years. The 1997 figures, with the exception of the total number of permits, is not available at this tim e. Kornelis reported the boat launch figure is down and is not sure why. McCubbins asked who operated the Pillars Boat Launch. It was noted the State operates the launch and it is done on an honor type system. 8. COMMISSION COMMENTS 8a QUESTIONS Councilman Bookey made the following report: There is still one vacant position on the Harbor Commission and Bookey encouraged members to attempt to fill the seat before summer. Rick Ross was hired as the Kenai City Manager for a three year term. The Board of Fish agenda was changed so the City will have the opportunity to talk about the dip net fishery. The items to be discussed include enforcement, financial assistance, and excluding a portion of the river to bank fishing to help with the bluff erosion problems. Council will welcome other ideas. Harbor Commission November 10, 1997 Page 2 The police activity report at the mouth of the river was again discussed. Bookey reported the police must respond to any disturbance in the dip net fishery area as it is within the City limits. Commissioner Jahrig asked if it would be appropriate to invite Paul Dale from Snug Harbor Seafoods to a meeting to discuss the fuel problems encountered this past summer. This will be in effort to alleviate s' problems next summer. After discussion it was decided that Kornelis will invite Dale to the next Harbor Commission meeting. 9. INFORMATION a. Keaai City Council Action Agenda of October 15, 1997 b. FY89-98 Port and Harbor Facility Appropriations (Alaska DOT) c. 5/97 BOAT/U.S. Magaziae, Live on the Internees The Boating Safety Challenge 10. ADJOURNMENT MCCUBBINS MOVED TO ADJOURN. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:25 P.M. The next meeting is scheduled for December 8, 1997. Respectfully submitted, O'A 7 6 Barbara Roper, Contr/ 6'1'IA act wSecretary Harbor Commission November 10, 1997 Page 3 KENAI ADVISORY LIBRARY COMMISSION KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTIVITY ROOM NOVEMBER 4, 1997 @ 7:30 P.M. AGENDA ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Regular Meeting of October 7, 1997. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE H ITEM 5: REPORTS a. Director b. Friends of the Library C. Public Relations Committee ITEM 6: OLD BUSINESS a. Budget Requests ITEM 7: NEW BUSINESS a. Library Christmas Open House ITEM 8: COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS / QUESTIONS ITEM 9: INFORMATION a. Kenai City Council Action Agendas of October 15, 1997. ITEM 10: ADJO ENT Library Commission November 4, 1997 - 7:30 p.m. Kenai Library Activity Room Chair Bob Peters *** �III11TUTES *** 1. TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chairman Peters called the meeting to order at approximately 7 : 3 5 p.m. ROLL CALL Members Present: Bob Peters, Kathy Heus, Lorrene Forbes, Janice Rodes, Carol Brenckle, Elissa Fahnholz Members Absent: Janet Brown, Vincent O'Reilly Also Present: Emily DeForest, Councilman Joe Moore, Contract Secretary Barb Roper 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA HEUS MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. MOTION SECONDED BY BRENCKLE. AGENDA WAS APPROVED AS PRESENTED 3. APPROVAL OF TES FORBES MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 7, 199 7. MOTION SECONDED BY BRENCKLE. MINUTES FOR OCTOBER 79 1997 WERE APPROVED AS WRITTEN. 4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE H - None 5. REPORTS a. Director DeForest reported that she attended the Director's Leadership meeting in Girdwood. DeForest also reported that the statewide computer system was still being worked on. Discussion took place on the computerized system and it's advantages. DeForest noted there is conflict between the State of Alaska and the University as both entities want control over the system. DeForest stated the work session following the regular meeting in Girdwood was nonproductive and nothing was settled. The AFS reception held at the Library on November 2 was successful with 71 people in attendance. KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING NOVEMBER 4, 1997 PAGE 2 Several classes have been held at the Library and several more are scheduled. School participation at the library was discussed. DeForest reported that it was nice to have the young people come in early in the school year so that they can become accustomed to the library. b. Friends of the Library: Heus made the following report: The function by Storyteller Bobby Norfolk was well attended with 143 individuals participating. The program was excellent and enjoyed by all age groups. Friends will look to continue sponsoring other similar programs and activities that will involve young people. There is a Board vacancy and a sign will be posted encouragingpeople to apply. The deadline p p pp y e is December 1 at 5:00 p.m. The current Board will select the new member. The Commission was encouraged to refer interested individuals. Friends is sponsoring a sale of a "Cakebook" provided by Billie Rice who was a volunteer at the Library many years ago. The cakebook is $12.95 and the proceeds will be used to fund library projects. Book Lover's calendars are also being sold at the library front desk. An author signing is tentatively scheduled for December 17. John Roderick, the author of "Crude Dreams", will be speaking at the Chamber that day. The Christmas Open House is scheduled for December 18, 1997 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The City has been generous in contributing to this function in the past. Moore will ask the Council for $500.00. Friends will help with preparations. The raffle concluded on October 31 and November 1, 1997. Of the 300 tickets available, 298 were sold. The total number of meals sold was 266 and the food was very good. Split the Pot was plavy ed both evenings. The winner received $205.00 the first night and approximate) $180.00 the second night. A few people showed up in costume the second night and prizes were awarded. Heus stated there are some expenses out yet but the total profit is approximately $14,300. This brings the building fund over $20,000-00. The winner of the grand prize was Brenda Minka and KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING NOVEMBER 4, 1997 PAGE 3 she works in the maintenance department for the Borough. A newspaper article is planned highlighting the event and the winner. It was asked if Friends will have another raffle next year. Heus reported that other or fund raising activities have been discussed but no plans are made for another raffle at this time. Discussion took place on the raffle last year and it was reported that $5,000-00 was raised. This money was used to fund the bond issue. Peters thanked Friends for their hard work and excellent organization of the raffle. c. Public Relations Committee: Peters reported the PR Committee meeting was canceled at the last minute due to illness. b. OLD BUSINESS a. Budget Requests DeForest stated the paperwork for the budget process is due out at the end of this month or in early December. The Commission was asked if there was anything they would like to see included. Avery lengthy discussion took place on funding for fhe library addition and whether or not the original 2.5 million request should be resubmitted. This discussion also included various funding sources which included the City, State and grants. Moore reported that several items were looked at for State funding and only five items were determined to be a priority. The library addition was not one of the line items. Discussion took place on the grant process. Moore stated the City Manager indicated that anyone is welcome to pursue a grant but before the final paperwork is submitted he would Like to review it to assure the City's area of responsibility is covered. Forbes recommended that a set of bid -ready documents be prepared to present to City Council. A lengthy discussion took place on the type of plans required for the addition and whether or not it would be feasible at this time to spend the money when the exact type of addition unknown. Concern was expressed that architectural firms on the Peninsula may not have the experience in library additions. KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING NOVEMBER 4, 1997 PAGE 4 HEUS MOVED THAT 2.5 MILLION DOLLARS BE REQUESTED FOR THE LIBRARY ADDITION. MOTION SECONDED BY RO DES. VOICE VOTE: 3 YES; 2 NO ADVISORY VOTE: NO MOTION PASSED AS THE ADVISORY VOTE IS NOT CON SIDE�tED. Additional discussion took place on requesting the total for theq g amount needed new Concern was expressed that the figure may n enoughdue to inflation. � y of be ation. The 2.5 million dollar figure was from of ears ago. Bid -ready � a couple y g eady documents was also discussed in more detail and the following motion was made. FORBES MOVED TO HAVE DEFOREST INCLUDE AN AMOU NT NOT TO EMCEED 2509000.00 TO HAVE BID-InY DOCUMENTS PREP!!►RED FOR THE LIBRARY ADDITION. MOTION SECONDED BY BRENCKLE. VOICE VOTE: ALL IN FAVOR, MOTION PASSED UNANIMO USLY It was suggested that an architect be invited to a meeting to discuss the steps required to have bid -ready documents prepared and the estim P ated cost. The archite ctural firms in the area was again discussed. It was decided that DeForest will contact the State LibraryDirector provide so for to see if he can p me insight on what is required to have the documents prepared. DeForest will report back to the Commission at the nex t meeting.. DeForest reported that she will include $30,000-00 for a Net -Connect computer program in the budget. This will allow other libraries to connect to the Kenai Library. It was recommended that the expense of havingthe Library o Sunda be included. �Y pen on y ded. DeForest reported this is a personnel budget line item and will be included. g Discussion also took place on video link services at the Li . Library. This will also be included in the budget. 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Library Christmas Open House KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING NOVEMBER 4, 1997 PAGE 5 DeForest stated this event will be held on December 18, 1997, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. She will be soliciting help from Commissioners. After discussion it was noted that assigned jobs will be provided at the next meeting. 8. COMMISSIONER'S CO / OUESTIONS Commissioner Brenckle congratulated Friends of the Library on the fine job with the raffle. It was an outstanding evening and a lot of money was raised. Commissioner Heus thanked the Commission for the support of the Friends of the Library. Commissioner Peters also commended the Friends for the fine job with the 41 raffle. He also recommended that a Commissioner write a letter of commendation. Brenckle will write the letter and forward it to DeForest this week. Commissioner Rodes also indicated that she enjoyed the fund raiser. 9. INFORMATION a. 8enai City Council Action Agendas of October 15, 1997. 10. ADJOURNMENT BRENCKLE MOVED TO ADJOURN TI3E MEETING. MOTION SECONDED BY HEUS. MEETING ADJOURIITED AT 9:10 P.M. Respectfully submitted, OD +_ USA .-.. 20 iew Y3C.w � U I c o s 4 John Williams 1�Iayor & J it Members of City Counc 2210 Fidalgo Ave. 2Kena i , AK 99611 GL. a jyW%AL L, i _U L r �, CO- i • � r,�a �rr��� ( !J �� S 1 , . ' � 4�wL�-`�'l • • C �x �` Kerr. c � � � • .. �° &uppoftThe hibr Needs Your_ _ �.�.�......� N �� "..+i* •�tX•r •.� ..- ..,-.w G'�•_"ti+Iti4 lt.ljQn► _- i a Q •f' •, �� C7 _ � -Y `e'�"F"�M.'•Y.�►••� � .$mot-. / SA co Ji �•� �� C 0MM zzUU 1996 YI C L o � m O ° Mayor John Williams & 7"' m y Council Members of Kenai Cit y Fldal o Ave, ��20 2 0.) 0210 g S1 a moo � Kenai , Ak 99 611 ior I -Paw � 2 o � w4enai Community zig=ty A PUBLIC LIBRARY IN SERVICE SINCE 1949 163 MAIN STREET LOOP KENAi, ALASKA 99611 l907l 283-4378 --- - - - - REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER, 1997 � �4v-.•.Fq i.i� �.., /.--. % K]r`\.y - Ci =-dultW -Juvenile �•jtl.. _ . .YR'IY •!6f WYY^4 .E&s Books = Y Fiction - 2140` 468 1636 Non -Fiction 2113 374 �. 425 - Periodicals., Kits Puzzles Phonodiscs Cassettes videos Misc. - 12 4=- 3 ` 195 620 557 Total printed materials .. 7230 Total Circulation .. 8621 Additions Docs Adult Juvenile Easy Books AV Gifts 46 43 14 5 -. 31 Purchases 205 10 4- Total Additions ... 360 InterLibrary Loans Ordered Received Returned Books 44 32 31 InterLibrary Loans by our library Books 43 Volunteers .. Number 27 Income Fines and sale books Donations/Lost books Xerox Total hours .. 195 $1,928*98 386.32 328.35 Total Income for OCTOBER, 1997.... $2f643*65 .w,enac C2ommu.nit Zdrtaty? A PUBLIC LIBRARY IN SERVICE SINCE 1949 163 MAIN STREET LOOP KENAI, ALASKA 99611 (907) 283.4378 5: ., - �"w '�i..� :. ♦��.. '•- �+-.. _ '.'"� �<".,,. �1La •-�_ �3't'�. a%, _ c+-e` .._wC� Yh.F :k.:"`.+-_ . *•`�h"•M.°^t+ .. w. .i.�..n a : 144 wwk -.•• 1 .. - _ w`:��a�%k�F��V'�IIY�'�._r � h. � � ... _ r' f. _. • _ r :- .•.....-. ... ^ice � � T .._. •� - LIBRARY CARDS ISSUED OCTOBER, 1997 KENAI 41 COOPER LANDING 1 KASILOF 8 NIKISKI 13 SOLDOTNA 12 STERLING 1 OTHER 4 TOTAL 80 Library patronage 7,129 Persons Fir-ztTime Checkout Phone Renewals Renewa I sm HE Ci:..'OLJ i'-75 RE-UH tar Ctieckins Late Checv:ins i - H E C f-:'I 1\15- Patrons RL-i3qistei-ed F- a t --- (:3 n v Deleted MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPOF- Manthlv- Manaqement Report L-IRANLH V:enai Community Librare.- QM 0(-"T 1 '.197 Over v 1 ew,* 0 I OCT 01 SEP X Chanae Q)l OCT 1,*-.-1,:.-46 Chanae FYTD Last YTI) Chanae to 31 OCT to 0 73 ff, E 74E0 X 7048 4 .3% a1574 27816 I 1 ".416 21.0% 1 OLI*. 5 19.1% 3937 3384 16 .3% 1 E. 1 2 Ib 5 2 1 .5 V4 852 - 5 4 23% '910 ives IE.. Of 2 262E, 2417 3.49% 11270 9170 2 2 i.9 1/0 L1251 0- 10342 3.8% 47691 41453 15 5912 2 X 590E. 3. 1bys 25636 123143 10.8% 11 1*95 11-5 51,f It 1487 -7,2Y* 51239 13648 -7.2% 4 (393 1 . Q) % 30875 28791 2 2- 2 231 149 41:.4 1-9 1 ch 506 54. 8% -222, --1G2 25.3% -14 1528.6% -874 -175 399.4% Ai 1 ' MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT Monthly Manaaement Report BRANCH - - Kenai Community Library - 01 OCT 199 **Item Statistical Classes**Use Counts 01 OCT 01 SEP % Chanae 01 OCT % Change FYTp List., YTD % Chanae 19y7 159 1996 -- t `.• � 1 OCT ;170CT ANF NON-FICTION (ADULT) 2Q)37 1965 3.7% 216E -6 .0% ' See3 v 1 c 1 L� BIOGRAPHY 33 30 1 a .0`/1 56 -41 .1 % 106 ;R; 129 -17.3 EEC+ PIG F300F.• ij C AUDIO CASSETTES 1 @6 1 49 7 , 1 % 398 470 - 1�_�� -„ .�/, CAr1 CAMERAT CP PERIODICALS' 74 1 Q)1 --26.7`I 112 --33.9% 352 357 -1 .4% DOGS DOCUMENTS 5 4 25 . Q) 25 -80.0% 22 4Ei. -52.2% EF EASY FICTION 1 E-36 1 591 2.8% 145Co 12.8% 7039 ' 5732 21 .:'% EWF EASY NON-FICTION 425 369 15 .2% 512 --17 .0% 1632 1769 - 7 .7i: EPBt . EASY FAPERBACV: 1 100, 0% 4 1 0 . �21)% ECG EQUIPMENT 81 741 5% 213 -62.0% 4��F. 4F.8 F FICTION (ADULT) 1 t,7 3 1823 -a .2l 1 67Qi 0.2% 7712 716.8 7 . F;i FLrl FILMS/'FILMSTRIPS iA ILL INTERLIBRARY LOAN 36 43 -16 .3% 35 2 .9% 130 131:3 -F. I NT I NTERNET 475 438 a. 4X 100.0% 2115 1 ()i: JC 3 UV . AU01 OCASSETTES 39 67 32 .3% 81? 0.0% 262 237 10 .5:: JF JUV . FICTION 35":� 495 -17. 5% 593 -39.5% 2095 2SI58 , JFL!`i JUV . FILMS /F I LMSTR I JNF JUV . NON-FICTION 74 32 1' 14 .4t/ 441 -15 .2'l. 1351 1337 1 . JF JUV . PHONOD I SCS 1 -100.0! 2 -10(;-) .0X jPE4:" JUVEI'Aj I LE F'AF'ERE�AUF : i 4:�':+ 12F� -13 .5% 'I ' 153.5% 578 3�=►4 90, .1','. K'. I T 1--% I T 12 12 0.) . 13 %: 7 71 .4 % 40 34 17 . FA i, MAP MAPS 1 1 1 100.) % MF MICROFILM./FICHE M 15C PU."LESi GAMES 4 1 30% 4 0 . 0% 5" MhGF MACHINE READABLE C1A 2 -1 04cr► . Q)) j NFPE4:" NUN --FICTION PAPERBA PHONOD I SCS 3 3 0 .0% 2 5 - �� .0% '" � 7 •• 2u . F., F' 41 PAMPHLETS F'!�I f IAF.E;:1,IJh(: I 1E0:17 2 -'j . 4Y 2.i1j!) DES , 0% 1473 11119 3 1 . 6„ VL V I UL(J CASSETTES 1_:2Q) -► • .3% 65`, -5 .3% 2460 e434 1 .1 X VF VERTICAL FILE 2 1002 .0 102)0 .0 % 2 3 --3 3 .3% X X "" DATA LOAD PROBLEMS BB b 16 600f., INT INTER -NET COMPUTER B -boof..., B A BAGS WITH f;*.Et-4A c A U E, I fj CASSETTE C-Arl CAMERA 1.1p CURRENT PERIODICAL r- 10 c P)LASI..:A DOCUMENTS ECG EQU I PMENT FS F I LM STR I F%S GAM GAMES GEN GENEALOGY ILL INTERLIBRARY LOAN IRS IRS PUBLICATIONS JUVENILE KIT 3 P J I GSAW PUZZLES i.-.* I T :IT NAP 1,,IAF, MF MICROFILM/FICHE 11P FILMS MREIF* MACHINE READABLE DA F FHONOD I SC PAM PAMPHLET Foobf-' FAF`ERBAC1--* PL PLAYERS REF REFERENCE R*Tt- RENTAL BOOK%. vC ;jIDEQ "A'55ETTES I'A: Vl."RTILAL NLE Totals Y I .. A A A DATA` LOAD PROBLEMS 01 OCT I SE 5 17 21 4 a I MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT Monthly Manaaement Reoort BRANCH Kenai Community Library 01 OCT 19,37 **Item Tvpes**Use Counts k. Z Change Qb 1 OCT Change FYTD Lasl.FYTD % Chanae* 19 6 omo to 31 OCT Sl'OCT 438 L3 .4 X 99. . 4 % OfrM I - 1 .5% 6152 -4.8% P-5035 524 6. 04., 4 0 % 9 cii -35.4% 352 - 3(j5 ., 15.4% 17 188 131 . 2 661 2 If, . 5 1,It* I (,5 --3. 5 351 340) E% 6 . 7 Vo 23 -78.3% 1 si 40 -55. Q.)% I Q) % 15 13.3% 53 63 3 600. Oyf 1 2 �" 3'� 289.7% 100.0% 0 0 . 0) % 4 0.0% 3 16 --25. 0% 13 -38.5% 3 166.71% 20 80 . Q; X 1 0.0% 1 Q-1 % 1 cl (;) (AM 3 EZ. 01 % 7 F-. 3 Q.-I 3.4% 31.4 F-. F, 0 . 0 % H. Huh,' 3 -6 r5% 65 8323 8144 E- Yi 8 9 0.0% 13 61.5% 24 IS 17851 3 5 .3*c % -5.4% 2700 2716 -12� .6X 2465 8437 l a 1% C iol BE 175 F_ MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT x; Monthlv Management Reoort 's BRANCH - - Kenai Community Library 01 OCT 1 y,: $ **Patron Statistical Classes**Use Counts 1 Q l OCT �%►1 `_REF' % Chanae �:►1 OCT % Chanae FYTD Last FYTD . LhanaE w 1'_♦':;7 1'_4,_=17 ly':46 - to 31 OCT to !31 OCT CL COOPER LANDING 3 2 50 .OX 1 Qhlb .0% 7 NK N I N I LCH I K 2'_4 0.0% 22 f : 77 3 .'j:. A ADULT (19- 64) 6 374 64(bE, -t) . 5% 6403 -0.5% r P.bW72 `° ease,:.;9.1:: AP ANCHOR POINT RESIDE 1 1 12u) . % 1 CIO.fib% `• 23 ' k y • BUSINESS i 52 - i . 9Y 10 (?► . ua% 13 - 1 1 2900 . (.h �< C CLAM GULCH RESIDENT 18 61 -7021.5% 15 2QA .0% 141 78.5;4 E CH I LD t ---TO 0) 5a 908 5.5Z 901 E .3% 4529 3834 1 E.. E" H HOMER RES I DENT 1 1 0- 12 -91 .7% 18 6c..) -7u► . (2) ILL INTER -LIBRARY LOAN 39 is 11 E . 7% 4-3 -9.3% 125 144 -13 .2A �1 JUVENILE (8-13) 630 503 25.2% 52Q) 21 .2% 2884 2136 35 . (%) ��: f :ENA I C I TY RES I DENT 468t%� 4537 3.2! 4648 0.7% 1895E '�5 ,. � 16941 11 .';'r. KAS I LOF RESIDENT DENT ' 22 283 ' •:� 4 .1 / 24 ( '' �' 70.9% 1372 � � i c��=►4 14 . %►;: ' N N I F�: I Sk:: I RES I DENT 1741 1713 1 .6 % 1795 -3.0% 7648 ��' 7(%�07 8.4 NR TEMPORARY OR NON -RE 145 16.7 -13.2% 23 530.4 % 1053 353 1198.3:: 0 OFF THE PENINSULA R 8 33 . ^•/ 8 0.0% 233 17'9 3Q) . 2'-; l7ht_i ORGAN I AT I ON ;' -76 .7% 21 -6 .7% 99 15v_► -34 . 5 SOLI 0711A RESIDENT 1154. 1238 _ 10 .4% 12823 4775 4525 5 .5% EE SEWARD 1 1 0.0% 1 Qj0 . Q)% 2 ( t:)() . SR SENIOR CITIZEN (, .5 214 230. -•7.0% 1 SQ 18.9% 912 22.7% ST STERLING 4113 148 -23.6 93 21 .5% 614 5Q)8 20.9% U k=:E.NA I COLLEGE STUDE •. A, W W I LUWOOD CORRECTION 2E. -23.1 % 18 l i .1 % 73 ,r.: 3.7 YA YOUNG ADULT (14-18) 257 263 -2.3r+ 242 • E .2/ 112ts i : ,;r c ��1 � -7•. 1 �� . .. MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT Monthly Manacement ReDort BRANI']4H Kenai Community Library -7 01 OCT 199f **Patrun Statistical Classes**New Adds - L 4''st YTD % Chanae ,;-)I OCT Q) 1 S E F Chanae 01 OCT Chanae FYTD 19,97 19, 7 19 to 31 OCT =#to ;I:OCT CL COOPER LANDING 2 1 ()@ 00.0j , NINILCHIK 2 -100.0% e -33.3% A ADULT (19-t-..4) 142 159 -10.7% 97 46.4% 390 56.9% AF ANCHOR POINT RESIDE L 100 0% 10000% 0 Q) Q) BUS I NESS y;Y; C CLAM GULCH RESIDENT 1 1 0 Q) 2 5 0 % E CHIL0 (--TO 8) 25 17 47.1% as 8.7% sib 81 1 .21,,; H HOMER RESIDENT I • ILL INTER0 -LIBRARY LOAN 12 1 110 (Z) 110.) Q) I) % 14 a 3 E. 7 t, 107 74 4 4 jUVE1,-.1ILE 20 2-? _31 .0..IV. 19 5.3% 1.:.'Eh1A1 CITY RESIDENT 95 623 5(;.).3yf 75 26.7% 303 224 9 5 . 2-13 t:.,.ASILOF RESIDENT S 7 14.3% 6 33.3% 41 :, It 22 a 6 .4 it tJ f,4IKISi.::I RESIDEN31 2- T 19&2% 16 9-3.8% 112 53 111 .3% NR TEMPORARY OR NON -RE 5 Is -72,2% 1 4C.90 .0% gob 65 38.5�#'f 0 OFF 'THE F,ENI114SULA R 3 1 a (27) Qh . 4 b X ORG ORG "', ri I Z H*T I ON I Q SOLDOTNA RESIDENT 23 39 - 4 1 . ifb%' 17 35.3% lie 73 61 .6% SE SEWARD 0 (2) SR SENIOR CITIZ.EN (65 2 1 9 100 0% 2 350.0% ST STERLING 5 -37.5% 24 4.3% U �:::ENAI COLLEGE STUDE w WILDWOOD CORRECTION YA 'rOUNG ADULT (14-18) is 13 125,0% 49 31 58,1% 1A, 1,4 ILL NR ORG R RR S v Totals 4 . $Ski t Wt f ON "LY MAN�PKMENT REPORT f r 1p BRA am nai Com' nity Library h 'MagemOnt appr 01 OCT 1997 **Patron Tvpes**New Adds 01 OCT 01 SEP % Change 01 OCT % Change FYTD Last YTD % Change t997 1997 1996 t a 31 OCT "tto VOCT A ,#,.: j 0- . I . INTER-L I SPARY LOAN 90010% 1 900.0%NON-RES I DENT, 1 5 26 -80089 5 0.0% 123 Be 53. 8% ORGANIZATION RES I DENT 1 152 154 -193% 133 14e3X 546 486 12.3% RESIDENT RENEWAL 55 50 10 41bx 16 450lb% 1128 ee 1040.0% STAFF VOLUNTEER 882 149 49.0% 910 58© 54, 8% MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT Monthly Management R000rt DRANCH - - 1*.:er)ai Community Library 1) 1 OCT 1997 **Patron Tvpes**Use Counts 01 OCT 01 SEP X Change 4b I OCT X ('40"h a n 9 a FYTD Lail FYTD % (...'hange 1997 to 31 OCT t 31'OCT ILL INTER -LIBRARY LOAN 53 42 26.2% 58 -8.6% 183 895 211 3 43.,31 13 . %-3 195.4�; NR NON-RESIDENT 134 60 128 81 417% -25.9% 22 22 509.19 172.7% 231 166 39 ORG R ORGAN I Z"AT I ON RESIDENT 1097 1996 10.1% 1084 112% 4422 a F.-O a 20. 9- R RESIDENT RENEWAL 7 2 -9 7 2 1-.0 1 % 7092 1.6% 30391 27527 S STAFF 27 41 92 -70.7% 154 248 VOLUNTEER 41 34 20.6% 55 -25.5% 145 153 - 5 L Totals 13621 8541 0.9% 8425 2.3% 36421 32288 12 r KENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION ° AGENDA NOVEMBER 6, 1997 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS CHAIRMAN RIC HULTBERG ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Regular Meeting of October 2, 1997 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS None scheduled. ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS None scheduled. ITEM 7: D ORS REPORT a. Kenai Nordic Trails b. Men's Basketball C. Red Ribbon Celebration/Kenai Middle School d. High School Halloween Dance e. Historical Site Identification at Municipal Park ITEM 8: QUESTIONS 8s COMMENTS ITEM 9: CORRESPONDENCE ITEM 10: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 11: INFORMATION a. Council Action Agenda (10/ 1 and 10/ 15/97)) b. Beautification Committee Minutes of 10/ 14/97 C. A Report of the Surgeon General, Physical Activity and Health. d. Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Community Workshop e. Kenai Peninsula Borough/Trails Commission Meeting f ITEM 12: ADJOURNMENT KENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION *** MINUTES *** November 6, 1997 - 7:00 P.M. Cite Hall Council Chambers Chairman Richard Hultberg 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chairman Hultberg called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Richard Hultberg, Ronald Yamamoto, Kelly Gifford, Jack Castimore, Tim Wisniewski Members Absent: Dale Sandahl Also Present: Director Bob Frates, Councilman Duane Bannock, Contract Secretary Barb Roper, 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Castimore requested that Consideration of a Water Line -to the Cemetery be added under New Business. AGENDA WAS APPROVED WITH THE ADDITION UNDER NEW BUSINESS. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - OCTOBER 2. 1997 MINUTES FOR THE MEETING HELD OCTOBER 2, 1997 WERE APPROVED AS WRITTEN. 4, PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD - None s. OLD BUSINESS - None 6. NEW BUSINESS a. Water at Cemetery Castimore indicated that he had received a number of requests for water at the cemetery and asked Frates if that would be possible. He also indicated that a 50 gallon drum of water would be sufficient as it would provide the much needed water for those individuals who plant flowers there in the summer. Discussion took place and several suggestions were made to include a sand point with an above mound water pump. Frates stated this subject was brought up at Council and will be examined during the budget process. 7. Director's ReRort a. Kenai Nordic Trails Frates reported that El Nino is really hurtingthe trails, ,however, staff has been out working on them to assure a good firm base. A Community Ski-Fest is being considered. b.. Men's Basketball Men's basketball will start on November 17 1997. A meeting was held with the members and in an effort to create a fainil y type environment and e . ' ate referee abuse. The members voted to allow only five technical fouls. They allowed six last year. Discussion n took place on other things that can be done to eliminate these problems suggested the P ms and it was su gg a players be fined. It was pointed out the already per foul. F Y are dy fined $5.00 p rates reported there are 14 to 16 teams and this may need to be capped at some point to avoid late gamesY . The gym looks very nice after the work this summer. There is a lot more usage now that winter is here. c. Red Ribbon Celebration /Kenai Middle School The Red Ribbon Celebration was highly successful. There was participation from the Kenai Middle School, Police Department, and Cook Inlet Council on Drug and Alcohol Abuse (CICADA). The evening was incident free. d. Sigh School Halloween Dance The High School Halloween Dance was also incident fre e with about 60 kids in attendance. The staff did an excellent ' ob at the Rec Center and need) to be commended. e. Historical Site Identification at Municipal Park Frates reported that he had contact with Mr. Peterson regarding the site identification at Municipal Park. Mr. Peterson could not tell hun yet when this work would be performed, however, he did indicate � indicate that it could be done during, the winter months. Frates also spoke po a with Alan Boraas regarding this subject and Mr. Boraas will ro ' p vide hun with information on work he performed in that area. City' Administration will follow up with a letter to Mr. Peterson. PARKS & RE#'REATION COMMISSION November 6, 1997 Page 2 E New Park Hultberg asked what the status was on the proposed park by Dr. Hansen. Bannock reported it went before Council and did not receive widespread support as a couple of council members were less than enthusiastic about it. Bannock did state that money was not an issue as Frates provided a maintenance worksheet and it is anticipated that maintenance would cost approximately $300.00 per year. This issue will come back to Council in the form of a resolution with a public hearing. This is scheduled for November 18 and the Parks and Recreation Commission were encouraged to attend. Frates will call Commission members to remind them of the meeting. 8. ONS & COMMENTS Commissioner erg asked about the banners discussed in the Beautification Minutes. Frates reported the banners were a very high maintenance item this past summer and did not hold up very well. The Art Guild will replace the damaged banners at no cost to the City and the new banners will be placed on Airport Way and Willow Street as these streets are more protected. It was recommended that the original design banners be placed on the highway as they are more sturdy. Castimore asked if additional hardware was required for the new banners. Frates replied that additional hardware would be ordered. Commissioner Hultberg asked about the Trails survey included in the packet. Frates requested that Commissioners get the survey out to trail users in order to get as much input as possible. A meeting was being held in Homer on November 6 and Scott Slavik from Parks and Rec was attending. A full report will be provided at the next meeting. Commissioner Wisniewski asked about the status on the ice rink. Frates reported this issue is getting a lot of attention and a letter has been sent to the State regarding the land. The lots at the golf course have been surveyed. A group discussion took place on the multi -purpose facility. It was suggested that a newspaper article be written to enlighten the public as to the status. Bannock stated an article should be in the paper on November 7, 1997. Discussion also took place on whether or not Parks and Rec should be concentrating on the existing parks before getting any new. Frates reported this was a statewide issue and most entities are looking at maintaining existing parks. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION November 6, 1997 Page 3 Commissioner Castimore thanked Frates for the Red Ribbon and Halloween dances held at the Rec Center and encouraged the department to do more over the holiday season. He felt that keeping up these valuable programs would be and excellent way to keep kids trouble free. Frates followed up on the problem with the kids hanging around the Kambe Theater. There has been no reported incidents and the manager at the theater is working on the loitering problem. 9. CORRESPONDENCE - None 10. PERSONS PENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE - None 11. INFORMATION a. Council Action Agenda (10 / 1 and 10/ 15/97) b. Beautification Committee Minutes of 10/ 14/97 c. A Report of the Surgeon General, Physical Activity and Health d. Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Community Workshop e. Kenai Peninsula Borough /Trails Commission Meeting 12. ADJOURNMENT CASTIMORE MOVED TO ADJOURN. SECONDED BY GIFFORD, MEETING ADJOu AT 7:50 P.M. Hultberg and Frates reported they will not be at the next meeting which is scheduled for December 4, 1997. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Roper, Coiitiact Secretary PARKS & REC ^ EATION COMMISSION November 6, 1997 Page 4 CITY OF KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA ' KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS November 12, 1997 - 7:00 p.m. http://www.Kenai.net/city 1. ROLL CALL: 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 22, 1997 4. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: 5. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: a. PZ97-51 —Baron Park Subdivision No. 11 b. PZ97-52—VIP Park Estates, Alexander Replat 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: a. PZ97-48 — Conditional Use Permit— Head Start School 120 & 130 Willow Street North (Lots 4 & 5A, Block 1, Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park), Kenai, Alaska—Salamatof Native Association, Inc. 7. NEW BUSINESS: a. PZ97-53—Transfer of Conditional Use Permit PZ96-9, Lodging and Boat Parking, g 1125 Angler Drive (Lot 8, Angler Acres Part 3), Kenai, Alaska — From Helen & Bryan Lowe to Jackie Johnson 8. OLD BUSINESS: a. KMC14.20.160 (b) (6) [A] —Townhouses 9. CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS: 10. REPORTS: a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. Administration 11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: 12. INFORMATION ITEMS: a. KPB Planning Commission Action of October 13, 1997 b. Memo from KPB Planning Department dated October �,:3, 1997 13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS: 14. ADJOURNMENT: CITY OF KENAI PLANNING AND Z0NING COMMISSION November 12, 1997 - 7:00 p.m. Chairman: Carl Glick *** MINUTES *** Chairman Glick called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 1. ROLL CALL. Members Present: Phil Bryson, Teresa Werner-Quade, Ron Goecke, Karen Mahurin, Carl Glick, Michael Christian Members Absent: Barb Nord Others Present: Administrative Assistant Marilyn Kebschull, Contract Secretary Barb Roper 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: GOECKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA WITH THE ADDITION OF THE INFORMATION ITEM RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE MEETING. GOECKE ALSO ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS CONSENT. MOTION SECONDED BY CHRISTIAN. AGENDA WAS APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT, Note: The information item is the letter from Senator Patrick Leahy regarding Legislation that will affect how municipalities are ran. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: - October 22, 1997 N MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 22, 1997 AND ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS CONSENT. MOTION SECONDED BY CHRISTIAN. MINUTES FOR OCTOBER 22, 1997 APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT, 4. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: None 5. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: a. PZ97-51 - Baron Park Subdivision No. 11 WE:RNER-QUADE MOVED TO APPROVE PZ97-5 1. SECONDED BY CHRISTIAN. Planning 8z; Zoning Commission November 12, 1997 Page 1 Kebschull reported this plat is similar to the last one approved by Planning and Zoning in this subdivision where the lot line was moved on 1A-8A. Goecke asked if it was now one big lot. Kebschull verified that it was still three lots. The former lot line on 1A-7A was previously moved and this time an area was provided to the right to perhaps allow for parking. Bryson asked if the last proposed lot line location was shown on the plat. Kebschull stated the last time it was the middle lot that was moved (Kebschull pointed out the exact location on the plat). When asked if this was approved previously Kebschull replied that it was but it is being brought back to add a jag on the adjacent lot (again the exact location was pointed out on the plat). VOTE Bryson Yes Werner-Quade Yes Goecke Yes Nord Absent Mahurin Yes Christian Yes Glick Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY b. PZ9 7- 5 2 - VIP Park Estates, Alexander Re plat M-A-I MOVED TO APPROVED PZ97-52. SECONDED BY GOECKE. Staff had no additional comments. VOTE Brysoa Yes Werner-Quade Yes Goecke Yes Nord Absent Mahurin Yes Christian Yes Glick Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY PUBLIC GS: a. PZ97-48 - Conditional Use Permit - Head Start School - 120 & 130 Willow Street North (Lots 4 & 5A, Block 1, Cook Inlet Industrial Air Park), Kenai, Alaska, Salamatof Native Association, Inc. Planning & Zoning Commission November 12, 1997 Page 2 WERNER-QUADE MOVED TO APPROVE PZ-9 7-48. MOTION WAS SECONDED BY MAHURIN, Jim Segura, Salamatof Native Association President and Manager, Kenai, Alaska. Mr. Segura introduced Kelly Wolfe, the Project Manager who will be doing the construction. Segura stated they attended the meeting to answer any questions regarding the project. Bryson stated he interpreted that the right-of-way from the centerline on Willow Street is 50'. Segura verified that it was. Bryson asked if the proposed parking area was in the front 30' of the property. Segura verified that it was. Bryson expressed concern that by the time the parking becomes perpendicular to the property line there wouldn't be enough room to get by. Segura reported the parking scheme may change. Bryson stated that 40' minimum may be required. Mahurin stated she supported the project as it is something the City has needed for quite some time. Mahurin reported that she asked Mr. Segura questions before the meeting and will support a Conditional Use Permit. She was concerned at first because of safety and security issues. Mahurin also pointed out they are working on the buildings next door so doesn't see any problem with the project. Bryson asked if the area proposed for landscaping will be grass in front of the parking area. Segura and Wolfe verified that it would be. VOTE Bryson Yes Werner-Quade Yes Goecke Yes Nord Absent Mahurin Yes Christian Yes Glick Yes MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT, 7. NEW BUSINESS: a. PZ97-53 - Transfer of Conditional Use Permit PZ96-9, Lodging and Boat Parking, 1125 Angler Drive (Lot 8, Angler Acres Part 3), Kenai, Alaska - From Helen & Bryan Lowe to Jackie Johnson GOECKE MOVED TO APPROVE PZ97-53. MOTION WAS SECONDED BY BRYSON, Planning & Zoning Commission November 12, 1997 Page 3 Kebschull stated this was a straight transfer. The applicant stated they will continue the present restrictions under the current permit. Christian asked if there were any complaints since the last Conditional Use Permit was issued. Kebschull replied to her knowledge no complaints were received. It appears most of the occupants in the area either participate in this type of operation and/or agree with it. Christian pointed out there was no opposition present at the meeting so he assumed there were no problems with it. VOTE Bryson Yes Werner-Quade Yes Goecke Yes Nord Absent Mahuria Yes Christina Yes Glick Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 8. OLD BUSINESS: a. KMC 14.20.160 (b) (6) [A] -Townhouses CHRISTIAN MOVED TO BRING KMC 14.20.160 TO THE TABLE FOR DISCUSSION. MOTION SECONDED BY N Kebschull stated this recommended change in the Ordinance comes as a result of the land use table work session. At that time it was realized the Ordinance did not list all zones in the City and the City Attorney felt it needed to be updated. (Kebschull made reference to the memo included in the packet from Mr. Springer). As Springer noted in the memo the City failed to include all zones. The Mayor expressed concern that if we used lot size coverage in the smaller zones it would eliminate those lots from being allowed to have townhouses on them. When the Ordinance was looked at again in the Development Requirements Table it was noted those sections were not included in the percentage. Mr. Springer researched further and found those requirements are dealt with in the building code. Kebschull stated per the memo the recommendation is the Development Requirements Table be used and the percentages listed. The zones that are not listed would meet the requirement of the building code. Kebschull asked if Planning and Zoning would like to schedule a public hearing on this resolution. Christian asked if the blank spaces in the Development Requirements Table should be interpreted as there being no restrictions. Kebschull Planning & Zoning Commission November 12, 1997 Page 4 replied those would be regulated by the building code. Kebschull stated there are some zones where you can build right up to a lot line and used the Salamatof buildings as an example. The two buildings are now connected and they built right over the lot line. The buildings are separated by a fire wall. Kebschull again stated the building code determines how a building could be built. Glick asked if the Table follows the maximum height requirements. Kebschull could not comment on that as the table was being reviewed for the percentage of lot coverage. Mr. Springer would have to answer the question. Kebschull reported the Table needs to be completely revised and is another goal for Administration. Kebschull confirmed the information from the Development Requirements Table is being included into the Ordinance as the two currently do not match. Werner-Quade asked if the definition of townhouses was approved the same time cabin rentals was approved. Kebschull answered that she didn't think so. Kebschull read from the Code and townhouse is defined as a single family dwelling unit constructed as a series or group of two or more units separated from adjoining unit by an approved party wall or walls extending from the basement of either floor to the roof along linking lot line. Kebschull also pointed out that townhouse owners own the land the structure sits on and the land is jointly owned with condominiums. Bryson added that both the words townhouse and condominium have a legal definition as well and there is a State law that allows it to be used in a certain manner. MAHURIN MOVED TO HAVE A PUBLIC HEARING ON KMC 14-20-160 (B) (6) [A]. SECONDED BY CHRISTIAN, VOICE VOTE: MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY Kebschull will schedule a public hearing. 9. CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS: None 100 REPORTS: b. City Council: Plannir_g 8v Zoning Commission November 12, 1997 Page 5 Bannock apologized for Councilman Smalley's absence at the last Planning and Zoning meeting. Smalley was attending a Capital Improvements work session. Bannock made the following report: Dr. Pete Hansen addressed Council with a proposal to purchase property in Old Towne for the purpose of building a viewing park in the bluff area. This park will be named after his late son. This issue will come back to Council on November 19, 1997 in the for of a resolution and there will be a public hearing. A large group of people interested in the proposed multi -use ice facility attended the Council meeting. Council gave an overview of what the City has done and is planning to do with regard to the building and financing of the structure. The plan is take the proceeds from the sale of some lots along the golf course to build athree-sided, covered, unrefrigerated ice facility. Council is working with several governmental agencies on the land transfer issue. The capital improvements list includes sewer treatment plant improvements, roads, and a proposed maintenance facility which will be shared by airport and general funds to house airport and City equipment. The City awarded a contract to PTI Communications for public pay telephones. This is a five year contract and the City would get a portion of the money from the phones. PTI will be the sole supplier of pay telephones within the City facilities. A contract was awarded to Aries Industries for a Sewer Line Video Camera and Recording System. This system will allow the City to identify problem areas. Item G-1 involved changing some of the wording in the lease involving security deposits and cleaning at Vintage Pointe Manor. This is a result of some serious cigarette smoke damage. Goecke asked if the park proposed by Dr. Hansen would allow for public usage. Bannock reported it will be available to the public. The intent is for the area to be a viewing park and benches will be provided. A statue of a boy scout is also proposed. There will be no playground. This will be a low maintenance area. Goecke asked if the City would buy or let them purchase the lot between the Haklflnen property. Bannock state that piece of property is not in Planning & Zoning Commission November 12, 1997 Page 6 City hands and according to the minutes of that meeting there is no plan for that owner to enter into the park. Christian asked if the bluff area was in danger of erosion and if it would be a problem for the City in the future. Bannock replied the area, according to aerial and ground photographs and compared to other areas, seems to be well protected from the elements. Discussion took place on the potential liability to the City. Bannock felt strongly that liability would not be an issue. Mahurin stated she supported the project and pointed out that not having playground equipment will help with the liability issue. She hoped this could be worked out with the Hansens as she strongly supports the concept. Bannock explained the exact location of the proposed park. b. Borough Planning: Bryson reported there were two meetings since the last Planning and Zoning meeting. At the October 24 meeting, Item I-1, Ashton Park was discussed. This is a subdivision and the developer is proposing lots of 20,000 plus square foot. He is also proposing a community water supply to provide for the lot size development. A well reserve was placed by the developer for the community well which has a 200' buffer zone required. The developer located the area for the well near the property line at the edge of the subdivision so that a large part of that protective radius was off of this property. The adjacent property owner, a well driller, is aware of the impact of issues like this and protested to the Borough that this was an undue burden on him. The well was already drilled and the Borough required the developed to relocate the well. The developer objected to that request. Bryson reported this was the first time this interpretation has been used to limit a developer on locating a well. Administration recommended redesign of the subdivision and the recommendation was reversed by the Planning Commission. It is expected a lot more would be heard regarding this issue. At the November 10 meeting, item G-3 was the area of major interest as it dealt with Community Correctional Residential Centers. The Borough has come up with a modification of the guides and criteria for community correctional residential centers throughout the Borough. Bryson had a copy of the proposed modifications for interested individuals. Mahurin asked if these facilities are commonly cailed halfway houses. Bryson confirmed they are. Planning 8v Zoning Commission November 12, 1997 Page 7 c. Administration: Kebschull asked Commissioners to look at the meeting schedule for December. The second meeting is scheduled for Christmas Eve and consideration needs to be given to cancel or reschedule. December 18 19, and 22 are open. After discussion it was decided to ask Council to cancel the December 24, 1997 meeting. Kebschull noted the packet deadline for the next meetingis before noon on W Wednesday, November 19, 1997. Kebschull made reference to the article in the paper regarding the Townsite signs. It was the City's intent to take the signs down for the winter. They will be put back up approximately May 1, 1998. 11. PERSONS PENT NOT SCHEDULED: 12. INFORMATION ITEMS: a. KPB Planning Commission Action of October 13, 1997 b. Memo from KPB Planning Department dated October 18, 1997 13. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS: Commissioner Goecke stated it was nice to have Councilman Bannock present at the meeting. Commissioner Werner-Quade stated the Contract Secretary's minutes are very easy to read, clear and concise. Roper thanked Werner-Quade. 14. ADJOURNMENT: MAKURIN MOVED TO ADJOURN. MEETING ADJOu AT 7:40 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Roper, Con#aa Secretary Planning 8s Zoning Commission November 12, 1997 Page 8 n Irn 99 F E U U T R A C T A �`• Ira THIS St18D NORTH 3' -'3 '' Mho' 4 1 "4« 1 - � G VICINITY MAP Scale 1' • 1 Mae ek 4PA" LEGEND. / tr � Former Lot Line \ O Found 1 /2' rebor of property corner \ \ r Primary survey monument as described �o \ \\??E � Set 1 11' X 74' reDar with AlcLone cop attached �. ♦♦ .s'r I ( ) Record dots HQTES qr *per. lbol? LOT I A — 8 ti4 I FORMER LOT 1 A — 8 ( 1 ) Water supply and sewage disposal systems shot he permitted only In conformance with applicable requirements of 18 AAC 70. • 18 AAC 7Z and 18 AAC SO. i._�J M� " Se'7's2 11'MI N 2) No direct access to state maintained ROWS permitted unlese D S t IF Al D rtment of Tron ortotion V14 35.00' \ opproved y to w o 0 o epo ap d it. 8 cc. 3) No permanent structure shall be constructed or placed within an easement which would Interfere with the oblllty of n 8A utility to use theeasement L 1A- \ F O R M E R L 0 T 1 A- 7 -' � 1.133 as yYASTEWAIM DISPOSAL � Mons for wastewater disposal that meet regulatory requireme,os are on J 'r fle of the Deportment of fnvlronmentol Conservation. c► I 0�ea. M. Scott McLane L S 4978 AK ! N 1 ��'t�► OFF I77 RfC2�PC0 al Q► ryh - d. `�� I % * A 9 T H * �i �t'E7Vi1/ REC D�St CERTIRP A CATE OF OMERSHIND DEDICA40 goere -- — .. —.. We hereby certify that we are the owne►e Of Me real prOWIlly R - 1382.40' a a soorT r `- -- shown and described hereon and we No y adopt this plat of L • 37.50' g / subdivision and by our free consent dedieale OM r ts—of—fro // „! 01111119711110R �~ and public areas to public use and grant all easements to the Esm t along s tel ���,;, •�� Amwyspa J%V gas use shown. 3 center of N 111\ ♦\���` ~ 4t lerlip 1 • 014. Elec. •1bT' ��. ._.. A•14�•14 l REVISED PRELIMINARY BARON PARK NO.11 \ZS. NOTARYF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT `�, A Resubdivision of tots 1 A5r 1 A 7& 1 A8 FOR: 1 I H A `� P V R Baron Pork Subdivision No. 3 Von Antes. owner Subscribed end sworn before me this day of 1997. 1 t K � L.J6- SO' R•1,J2�� r `— PLAT�PROYAL 10352 Kenol Spur ►liphwoy Kenai, AK 99611 LOCATION 3.940 AC. MA SITUATED IN THE SE 1/4 SE 1/4 SEC. 32 SW 1/4 SW 1/4 SEC. 33 . T. 6 N., R. it W., S.M., AK. THE My commission expires p V files This plot was approved by the KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF KENAI AND THE KENAI PENINSULA POROUGH IN T14V KFNAI PFCORDING OISTRICI f� of the meeting of Nolory-lrubfcc- for 19 ,SEoEe oT o Surveyed by : Consulting Group ♦ C Soldotna. AK 99669 e goo KENAI f f NINSUL A f1OR000i by Dote : Oct. 1997 FSC,Ci ok No. 97— l�ropct No. 972017 8 ry r z // — Authorized Official Drawn by t 1' rpg fee No. 97199 DOTES: 1) D"opment of these lots Is -subject to the City of Kenal's toning regulations. 2) Building Setback - A setback of 20 feet Is required from oll strost right-of-ways unless a lesser standard Ie approved by J \ resolution of the oppmprlate Planning Cmnmisslon. 4) front 10 R. of the building setback adjacent to right-of-ways Is also \ a utNlty easement. No permonent structure shill be constructed or placed within a utolty easement which would Interfere with the abilly of a Utility to use the easement. (CENIRAI. PfNIN SUI A) 6) lots within this subdivision rney be loaded *$thin s deslgnfltod Asad hazard area, dwslopmsnI must comply with Chapter 21 of the Rend Ponlnsule 8oreugh Code of ordinance*. A survey to determine the devotion of the property may be required prior to construction. -0. Monument (found this survi 01 S/a' Rebar .(found this our O S/f!' Reber (set this surve: VAtnese Corner Meonder Col .a 5/8' Reber (set this m Record Datum - ! Plot / ! RORS CEk I 1 hereby certify ►hot; 1 am properly r�r._,_. to practice land surveying In the State of Alaska. this plot represents a survey mode by me or under my direct supenrislon. the monuments shown hereon actually exist as described. and all dinlenrrione and other detaAs ore correct to the normal standards of practice of land an wlym s M the ' itate of Alo ka. Date __. _.... 7 R � 9 • n •na ", _ i' . t1 I Itr 16 8 P1 _ _ Lirr� - 1 Knllfan�y 90 � vicifil 1 Y N to Al 1'-Iwolf h IL , CEP TIFICA TE of OWNERSHIP anti DF-1 (.'A-[ 10 11 1 HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM THE UWNJER(S) OF 111E Rf_AL PROPERTY SHOWN AND DESCRIBED HEREON AND THAT %%C HURERY ADOPT THIS PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND BY NY FREE CONSENT DErIC-ATE ALL RIGHT'S -OF - WAY AND PUBLIC AREAS TO PUBLIC US[ AND GRANT AIL EASEMENTS TU THE USE SHOWRI. WE FURTHER CERTIFY THAT DEED(S) Of TRUST AFT-ECIRIG TNIS PROPERTY DO NOT CONTAIN RESTRICnONS WHIM WCULD PROHIBIT 11/IS REPI.AT; a? REGLIIRE SIGNATURE AND APPROVAL. Of SENEFICIARY(IFS). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE AN EOIIITY IN1ERf.ST AS BENEFICIARIES ON DEED OF TRUST Of THE REAL PROPLR rY St,401 vl I AND DESCRIBED HEREON AND 11/AT 411E HEREETr ACxIIOW1.fDGE 1141S Pl AN OF SUBDIVISION NOTARY'S ACKNOWLEUGLMENT SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE 1AE THIS DA• OF 1997 FOR_ MY COMMISSION VILA 1 AFIF'ROVA1_ TNIS PLAT WAS APPpOvED BY T14E KENAI PENINSIR A f)OROUGH PLANNING COMMISSION AT THE MEETING OF_-__-- KENAI PENINSULA ROROUC.11 AU71iMM"D rrnCIAI KPn CUP No .97 V ? VIP Park Estates .1.1rx(y7tdor RIB piat upplrlt of lnl• ), ft un,f '1 fliock 1 1.11` V,,,4 I ll,lts• 1 Ocotr,l wither the :,1 1 4 :,•c I-.m 1 J. V II f211w, S LI , City Kenol, Kenai Rec(wdlny 111 ,tr ii t. ►l61-1 El,x ough. — RI_c. t11sr. Containing J 062 Acres -- - ATE- --___-. --19---- INTEGRITY SIIATE YS TIME: _.--•- _ .M 6115 S»ire. Oil- Kenai, Alcvlt.o 99611- 816J P"Osif (4or) ts5 owv r REQUESTED BY: �uurErcws fAx - ....roar) rat vo?l p' �NNfR' INTEGRITY SUR%1 Ys 60:5 SWIRLS DI?I\J IOA NO 9Ave►+ - -AtW 21 INI+W. 19' KI NAI, ALA`•KA '1111,11 .lr 1' - M' ti1MIN r1 4 _- The lot would be raised to grade with gravel. The first 30 for facing on Willow Street would be paved for parking with two exits on Willow. The Northerly half of the remainii. lot would be planted in grass and fenced with an 89 tall fence -with a gate from adjoining lot 5-A. Within the f enced area playrground equipment such as swings, slides and merry go round would be constructed. Trees and picnic tables would favor the alley side of the lot. The remaining south half of the lot would be undeveloped at this time. Most of the lot is Cleared, disposal is not required. Snow would be piled on the undeveloped protion of the lot. Scale is approximately 1" = 37]i",. .2o s a� � i �� i 2 i i �G f1 y \I�Ksa n m JJL Seaver Crook iL Tidal Flots S 06*0201as W 110.61' 1978 Mender Shed/Wellhouse SEE pETAri. � 20.2' 0 r 'o ao N LOT 7 LOT 9 327.2' 3 1 � O W LOT 8 42.589 S.F. z 1 25i1dinS.Letbock 5_UtBit�► Eose nent N 04135"42. E 110.28' . 76.69' ANGLER ,DRIVE 60' R,/W FGFND AND NOTES I • Found f 20 Rebor A Septic Vent Q O Well z 0 Power Pole SCALE -0 Meter Pole = 60' 1) The beortngs and distances shown hereon relative to the property oouncories were derived from - data of record. 2) The true meanders of mean hiah tide merit form the oounas of this lot, the mender line snown is for computation purposes only. Prepared For: Brian Lowe 1105 Angler Drive Kenai, AK 99611 Wood Deck 4M wood Deck 6 Frame Noww O _ o ta5' •� 21•IV N 8.1' o GM HOUSE DETAIL Is s 3. �� 0 � •A� I1 MW 1H* i.....' .......... ..............::to '�► M. SCOTT McLANE !0 ,f • Aw 4928—S A AS •BUILT S-URVEY I hw by earthy that I ho" am ey" tM M �esarbee p*aP�X LOT R ANGLERS ACRES SUBDIVISION PART THREE located e% me xFNA_;Remcunq Oisttiet. Alaska. and that the innpro�wr..sRu situated tnerenn are within the propwty lines and do not ovate or encroacn on the property lying adjacent thereto. that no is on the oro"ty lyrnq adjacent thereto encraacn on the prwr*+wes in ouestan and that there are no roadways. tronsmis— sion "nee or other v+siole easements on sops property except as in— dicated •e►ean. me* L lgust 25. 1995 yds+e iestinq r-mpw wV. Survews and Ptomsm P.Q. 8os 468 Saidatna. Nc 99669 EX=S.T NOTE: It s the resoonstority of the owner to determine the e:a-_rce of any easements, covenants or restrictions wnrch do not xoear on the rec"ea suoarvawn p+at. Under no crcwn— stanees srouid any onto nereon ce used for construction or for estaaawwa%c; oounaory or rence sines. 951067 95-19—I1 .fob Nar Feld Sadler 01110. I lernioraniclurn Date: 11/13/97 To: Richard A. Ross, City Manager From: Marilyn Kebschull, Administrative Assistant RE: PLANNING &ZONING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLATION REQUEST At their meeting on November 12, 1997, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to request that their meeting scheduled for December 24, 1997 be canceled. Please convey this request to City Council. AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL -REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER S. 1997 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www.Kenai.net/city A. CALL TO ORDER 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. ADMINIOATHS OF OFFICE 4. EL�ION OF VICE MAYOR 5. Agenda Approval 6. 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. SPiTBLIC COMMENT (10 Minutes) 3. Dr. Peter Hansen - Development of Old Towne Bluff Park C. P'UBLIC H GS 1. Resolution No. 97-73 -Adopting an Alternative :allocation Method for the FY98 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program and Certifying That This Allocation Method Fairly Represents the Distribution of Significant Effects of Fisheries Business Activity in the Cook Inlet Fisheries Management Area. 2. Resolution No. 97-75 -Adopting the City of Kenai, Alaska 1998-1999 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Priority List for Request of State Grants. 3. Resolution No. 97-76 - Amending Morrison Maierle, Inc. Engineering/ Design Contracts on the ARFF. 4. Resolution No. 97-77 - Supporting the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities in Its Effort to Properly Construct Pedestrian and Bike Paths Along State Highways, and Describing the City of Kenai's Intent to Provide Seasonal Cleaning of the Paths Along the Bridge Access Road. -1- 5. Resolution No. 97-78 - Awarding a Contract to PTI Communications for Public Pay Telephone Placement in City Facilities. 6. Resolution No. 97-79 - Awarding a Contract to Aries Industries, Inc. for Furnishing a Sewer Line Video Camera and Recording System for the Total Amount of $12,703-00 Which Includes the Base Bid and All Additive Alternates. 7. Resolution No. 97-80 - Transferring $4,679 in the Fire Department Budget to Purchase Computers. D. COMMISSION/ COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Council on Aging 2. Airport Commission 3. Harbor Commission 4. Library Commission 5. Parks &Recreation Commission 6. Planning &Zoning Conunission 7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Historic District Board C. Challenger Board d. Kenai Visitors &Convention Bureau Board e. Alaska Municipal League Report E. MINUTES 1. *Notes of October 8, 1997 Kenai City Council and Planning &. Zoning Commission Joint Work Session. 2. *Regular Kenai City Council Meeting Minutes of October 15, 1997. 3. *Notes of October 22, 1997 Kenai City Council Work Session. F. CORRESPONDENCE G. OLD BUSINESS 1. Discussion/Approval -Proposed Changes to the Senior Housing Lease H. NEW BUSnM S 1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified -2- 2. Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 3. *Ordinance No. 1763-97 - Appropriating $60,000 for a City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan. 4. Discussion - Variance Permit for Sign/Kenai New life Assembly of God 5. Discussion - Draft Memorandum of Agreement Between the Cityof Kenai and the Alaska Challenger Center for Space and Science Technology. r"NECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled. I. ADMMSTRATION REPORTS 1. Mayor 2. City Manager 3. Attorney 4. City Clerk 5. Finance Director 6. Public Works Director 7. Airport Manager J. DISCIIS3ION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council K. ADJOURNMENT -3- KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER S. 1997 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CE AMBERS http: / /www.Kenai.net/ city Mayor John J. Williams, Presiding ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building. A-1. 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: Smalley, Williams, Bookey, Swarner, Moore, Measles and Bannock. A-3. ADMINISTER OATHS OF OFFICE Mayor Williams administered oaths of office to Councilmen Measles and Smalley. Williams noted, at the completion of this new term, Councilman Measles will have served the City of Kenai as council member for 21 years and Councilman Smalley for 12 years. A-4. ELECTION OF VICE MAYOR MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED to nominate Raymond Measles for the position of Vice Mayor and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. There were no other nominations. Mayor Williams closed the nominations. VOTE: Mayor Williams ams noted there were no objections to the motion and ruled Raymond Measles elected as Vice Mayor. A-5., AGENDA APPROVAL Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda: ADD AS: B-2 - Bob Downs - Proposed Multi -Use Ice Facility KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 2 ADD TO: Information Item No. 6 - JW letter to HDB members. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of the amended agenda and requested UNANIMOUS C g q CONSENT. Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. A-6 0 CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Williams noted there were no changes to the consent agenda. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED to approve the consent agenda as presented and Councilman Measles SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. - ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT B-1. Dr,, Peter Hansen - Development of Old Towne Bluff Park Dr. Peter Hansen introduced himself and his wife, Karolee, as 30-Y ear residents of Kenai and residing at 418 Rogers Road. Hansen explained, he and his wife have over the years, found themselves going to the bluff in Old Towne to enjoy the view of the Inlet and the Chugach and Alaska mountain ranges. However, the continued erosion of the bluff have limited the area where the view may be enjoY ed. Hansen continued, he and his family discussed what they could do to preserve bluff property currently for sale and described as Lot 7, Block 20, Townsite of Kenai for the enjoyment of area residents and visitors, as the bluff area highlights the natural beauty of the community and geography of the area. Hansen then read into the record, his September 25, 1997 letter which was included in the packet for council review. Our family is interested in purchasing, developing, and 'vin to the City . � g tY of Kenai the above parcel of land for the purpose of a ark for public use p in perpetuity; a park which citizens and visitors can come to, and observe the vast view overlooking the Chugah (sic) Mountain Range, mouth of the Kenai River, Cook Inlet, and volcanoes on the Alaska Peninsula across Cook Inlet. This lot appears to be the last parcel of this KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 3 size in old town which is not susceptible to bluff erosion and which is not presently in use. We would like to name the park after our late son, Erik, whose demise was November 25, 1996 at eh age of 32, because of a malignant brain tumor. Erik was an active Boy Scout during most of his life and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in 1982. One part of his Eagle service project was heading up the May 1981 community spring clean up program. Erik grew up in Kenai from the age of 3 on, attended public schools and Kenai Peninsula College, loved Kenai, and considered Kenai his home. Our family has several ideas which we think could a utilized in making this in to a beautiful park. These include a wall several feet high along the edge of the bluff that people could sit on, which would also discourage people from running up and down the bluff, green lawn with sidewalks and curbs, a statue of a scout overlooking the sea. These are a few basic thoughts. We would like input from the City of Kenai for its design, development, and completion. Specifically, we are asking for the blessing of the Parks and Recreation Department and Citizens' Advisory Committee to the Department, with the intent of giving a follow up presentation to the Kenai City Council. The requests of the City of Kenai in return for this gift would be as follows: 1) The City of Kenai assist with architectural design, development, and completion of park grounds and attached structures. 2) The City of Kenai accept the completed park grounds and attachments for ownership and maintenance in perpetuity. 3) The City of Kenai accept the name of the park as �Erik Hansen Scout Park". 4) If the use of this parcel be changed to something other than a peaceful park, or the parcel no longer be maintained as a park, or the name be changed, then the parcel would revert to the next closest of kin to Peter O. and Karolee T. Hansen. The purchase and developed of this property would be financed in part through funds contributed by the many friends and relatives of Erik and the Hansen family. Signed, Peter 0. Hansen, M.D., Father of P. Erik Hansen and Karolee T. Hansen, Mother. XI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 4 Hansen reported he met with Parks & Recreation Director Frates to review costs to maintain and develop the park. Frates distributed cost information and explained, the design would be simple in order to maintenance costs down. He included shrubs flowers, benches and picnic tables, a walkway and lawn and estimated total maintenance hours at 33.81 at an annual maintenance cost of $300. He estimated construction costs to be approximately $19,500, excluding the cost of the statue. Frates added, the plan reflected manual watering, however Dr. Hansen requested an automatic watering system be included in the construction of the park. Frates noted there was a water main located along Mission Avenue, but additional costs would be involved for hooking into the water as there were no stubouts in that area. Also, Frates suggested hooking into the water line could be done in -douse. Councilman Moore noted, he believed the maintenance costs were low. Frates answered, it was a conservative estimate and that the actual cost would depend on how the park is actually developed, however, he didn't think the yearly maintenance cost would exceed $300. City Manager Ross noted, he had not reviewed the Frates handout prior to the meeting and would like time for administration to review the estimates prior to council's relying on the information. He noted, hooking into the water could not be done in-house as the city has no backhoe with which to do the work. Moore questioned what Hansen meant as a "peaceful park." Hansen explained, he did not foresee the park being used to hold a rock concert or to play football. Their concept was for a viewing park where one could meditate and collect their thoughts. He added, he did not think the area would require restrooms as use of the park would be for short visits. Councilwoman Swarner noted, if picnic tables were placed there, people would have extended visits. She added, the definition for peaceful to one person may be different for another. She noted if there were certain activities not to be allowed there, they should be identified. Hansen noted, his family would like the Parks & Recreation Department and the community help in the design of the park. The ideas presented were subject to change. Councilman Bannock noted, the Parks & Recreation Commission (minutes of their last meeting on this sub j ect were attached to Hansen's letter) were in support of the project, but wanted an active hand in the design of the park, upon council's approval. When Hansen was asked if he currently owned the property, he answered no, and added, he needed council to make the decision of whether they would want to be the benefactor of the park prior to their completing the purchase. 'fie added, they have 'LT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 5 extended the purchase contract several times, and the seller has agreed to holding the property until December 15. Also, the family needs to make the gift (of the property to the city) by the end of this calendar year. Councilman Smalley asked Frates if he anticipated a strain on the Parks crew by adding this project and if he thought additional employees would be needed. Frates answered, the construction of the park would be a strain, but the maintenance, upon completion, would not be. Recess taken: 8:24 p.m. Back to order: 8:30 p.m. MOTION: Councilman Bannock MOVED to direct Administration to bring the issue back to council in resolution form for public hearing at its regular meeting of November 19 for action. Councilman Smalley SECONDED the motion. It was noted, the resolution would be to accept the park. Moore asked if the Historic District Board would need to review the project. Smalley answered, because the resolution would involve the city's accepting the property, it would not be necessary for the Board to review the matter at this tune. Attorney Graves added, he didn't think the Board would need to review the acceptance of the land, but for subsequent design of the park, etc., they would. Smalley added, the Planning & Zoning ComrYussion would not need to review the matter either, until after council's decision of whether to accept the land or not. Ross noted, the costs for development and maintenance would be reviewed prior to the meeting of the 19', as well as the hooking up to water service to the roe P p rtY. To clarify, Williams noted, the resolution would only deal with the acceptance of the property itself. If the property is accepted by council, the project design would go to the Historic District Board and Planning &Zoning Commission for review. Hansen added, in their concept, there were only benches and no picnic tables. Bannock also noted to clarify, the resolution would be to approve the concept of the city taking possession of the property, but not the design, including placement of trees, etc. He added, this is not a "done deal" at this point. The discussion would be, "if offered, will the city accept it." KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 6 VOTE ON MOTION. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. B-2. Bob Dowers - Proposed Multi -Use Ice Facility Downs introduced himself and noted he is a 25-year resident of the city and resided at 1616 Tanaga. Downs explained he attended a council meeting in the spring at which a presentation was made by the user group to encourage the council to consider the placement of a multi -use ice facility in the city. The facility would not be refrigerated. He noted, his family has been involved with the local hockey program for some time and he is presently assisting in coaching the KCHS hockey team. They do not get the needed amount of practice due to the shortage of ice time. Downs questioned the progress of the proposed project. Ross explained the city had submitted a proposal to the State to swap City -owned properties adjacent to the golf course (which carry restrictions for outdoor use through the federal Bureau of Outdoor Recreation) for Mental Health Land that would be transferred from the Borough to the City located adjacent to Kenai Central High School. The City -owned properties (by the golf course) would be sold for development and the funds received from the sales would be used to construct the multi -use facility. Upon approval of the proposal from the State, it would need approval from the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation. Ross noted, if approval is not received from BOR, the city would then request assistance from the congressional delegation. Ross added, Rick Baldwin and Nate Kiel (user group) have been forwarded copies of the proposal and kept informed of the progress, as well as Mayor Mike Navarre and Bruce Phelps (State). Downs stated he appreciated the work the city had been doing in regard to the facility and wanted to make sure council was still on task. He asked, if the city would front the money for development of the facility, while the properties are being sold. Ross answered, that would be a decision for the council to address once appraisals on the properties were received. He noted, a plat had been filed with the Borough. The biggest problem at this time was getting through the federal system. He added, he intended to keep Baldwin engaged, but would not object to Downs' involvement. Also, the swap for properties adjacent to KCHS would allow co -use of the school parking lots and driveways, which has already been discussed and approved by the School District. Ross asked Downs if there was more than one user group. Downs answered, no, that he had come to the meeting on his own and asked for support from his hockey players KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 ' PAGE 7 and their parents, noting some had attended this meeting to show their support. Smalley asked how many of the audience were in support of the multi -use facility. Approximately 21 raised their hands. Williams stated, he personally wanted refrigeration included in the facility and hoped the voters would brie a p . g bond issue forward to pay for a facility with refrigeration instead of the bare -bones facility proposed. He added, the city was not carrying a lot of debt and those promoting the facility should get in touch with other groups who would also use the facility (dog shows, figure -skating groups, etc) and encourage them to show support of the project. Williams added, he thought involvement of other user groups would help bring a bond issue forward for a decent facility. Downs stated, the city had tried the bond issue before and it failed. If it were up to him, he would support a bond issue, but not all taxpayers would. He added, hockey players were a very small part of the city and he didn't think a bond issue would fly if it would add taxes to property owners in the city. He believed, they first needed to build the bare -bones facility, expand the user programs, and then go back to the voters with a bigger base of people who would support a bond issue. He thought that could be done in another two or three years in the future. B-3. Bob Seymour - Kenai Central High School Hockey Booster Club. Councilman Smalley requested Seymour be added to the agencies. Seymour introduced himself and noted he lived at 607 Laurel Drive in Kenai. Seymour apologized for not requesting to be placed on the agenda last week, however, the Booster Club had just had their first meeting on Monday night_ Seymour explained he was back before council to again request their purchase of a full -page advertisement in the KCHS hockey program. He added, monies collected for the sale of the ads go toward purchase of additional ice .,time for the tea3n to practice. He requested council to purchase a full -page advertisement for $200. Clerk Freas verified council had included $200 in their budget for the purchase of the advertisement. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED to purchase a full -page advertisement in the KCHS Hockey Program and Councilman Measles SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 8 ITEM C: PUBLIC GS C-1. Resolution No. 97-73 - Adopting an Alternative Allocation Method for the FY98 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program and Certifying That This Allocation Method Fairly Represents the Distribution of Significant Effects of Fisheries Business Activity in the Cook Inlet Fisheries Management Area. MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 97-73 and Councilman Measles SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. Moore questioned the "allocation method" included in the third whereas, "...of alternative allocation methods which may be used within fisheries management areas if all eligible municipalities within the area agree to use the method..." Finance Director Semmens stated it was his understandingthe municipalities had p d agreed on the States allocation method because the alternative method would be a labor-intensive process and nobody wanted to do it. Semmens clarified that tax was not the major Fish Tax program. The Fisheries Business Tax program would pay the city about $4,500 and was not the Fish Tax program which the city splits 50% of the tax with the Borough. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. C-2. Resolution No. 97-75 - Adopting' -the City of Kenai, Alaska 1998-1999 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Priority List for Request of State Grants. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 97-75 and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Smalley SECONDED the motion. Bob Peters - Peters asked if the library addition was not included on the list. Answer was no. Peters asked if the continued restoration of the bluff in Old Towne was on the list. Answer was no. Peters stated, he understood last year both items were on the list, but they were no longer feasible requests from the State dt:e to budget cuts. Williams noted, the list had been developed by council and reflected what they believed were the most important capital issues at this time. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 9 VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. C-3. Resolution No. 97-76 - Amending Morrison Maierle, Inc. Engineering/ Design Contracts on the ARFF. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 97-76 and Councilman Measles SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. C-4, Resolution No. 97-77 - Supporting the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities in Its Effort to Properly Construct Pedestrian and Bike Paths Along State Highways, and Describing the City of Kenai's Intent to Provide Seasonal Cleaning of the Paths Along the Bridge Access Road. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 97-77 and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. Public Works +Director Kornelis noted, the city 's district DOT requested council consider a resolution in support of the bike path placement in order for them to receive priority points to move them up the list of statewide project placements. Swarner asked, realistically when the paths would be placed. Kornelis answered, he didn't think the bike path would be a high priority, however there would be some work done on the road next year. VOTE: Smalley: Yes Williams: Yes Bookey: Yes Swarner: Yes Moore: Yes Measles: Yes Bannock: No MOTION PASSED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 10 C-50 Resolution No. 97-78 - Awarding a Contract to PTI Communications for Public Pay Telephone Placement in City Facilities. MOTION:. Councilman Measles MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 97-78 and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. C ouncllman Smalley SECONDED the motion. There were no public comments. Bookey noted the resolution discussed a ear exclusive contract and asked what three-year the city s percent would be. Semmens explained, there were approximately 12 pay phones placed at various city buildings. The percentage is affected mostly by volume of usage. The phones at the airport terminal received the most use. PT o I has agreed to pay the city 30 /o or $5,000 to $6,000 per year for all the phones in city facilities included in the contract. BookeY asked if there were other companies who might pay more of a percentage. Semmens answered no one else had contacted them. He added, PTI owns the pay phones at city buildings . tY g now and he didn't think PTI was under any obligation to pay the citya percentage. e. P g However, if council wished, the city could solicit proposals from other vendors. He noted, deregulation was driving the offer. Semmens added, the revenue received from the PTI contract would be placed in the Airport Fund since the terminal phones received the most use. However, if enough volume is generated from other phones in city buildings, the revenue would be directed to the appropriate funds. Moore asked if, under the contract, PTI could remove low -use or vandalized phones. Semmens answered, yes, however if it was a high -public service phone, but low usage, the phone would probably remain. Moore stated he would like the contract to state existing phones are to remain in place. Swarner asked if there were phones that received more vandal damage than others. Semmens answered, yes, the one at adult softball fields. Swarner stated, she agreed with Moore that PTI should not be able to remove phones due to low usage. Measles noted, PTI has the right to remove low -usage phones without the contract and without the city receiving any revenue at this time. He added, the citywould have the option to purchase the phone to keep it at a location if it wanted. City Manager Ross stated, administration would investigate placing language in the contract that phones could be removed with the consent of the owner. Williams noted there were about five different phone companies working in the area now. Ross noted, PTI came to the city and he referred them to Semmens. Ross continued, for the next three years, it would be a good deal for the city and there may be potential KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 11 for additional revenue from another company as the market grows. However, no one else had stated an interest in buying or having pay phones in city buildings. Bookey stated he wanted to be sure new buildings coming on-line would receive pay phone service. Williams noted, operators of the buildings could contract with whomever they wanted for pay phones placed in their buildings. Measles noted, with an exclusive contract, a phone company would be hard pressed not to put in phones at the city's request. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. C-6. Resolution No. 97-79 - Awarding a Contract to Aries Industries, Inc. for Furnishing a Sewer Line Video Camera and Recording System for the Total Amount of $12,703.00 Which Includes the Base Bid and All Additive Alternates. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 97-79 and Councilman Measles SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. C-7. Resolution No. 97-80 - Transferring $4,679 in the Fire Department Budget to Purchase Computers. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 97-80 and Councilman Smalley SECONDED the motion. Councilman Measles requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. There were no public or council comments. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 12 VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. Blnv.n K TAKEN: 8:16 P.M. BACK TO ORDER: 8:28 P.M. ITEM D: COMMISSION/ COMMITTEE REPORTS D-1. Council on Aging - Swarner reminded council of the dinner at the Senior Center for elected officials and guests for Thursday at 6:30 p.m. D-2. Airport Commission - Councilman Measles reported the Commission would meet again on November 13. D-3. Barbor Commission - Councilman Bookey reported the Commission would meet again on November 10. D-40 Library Commission - Councilman Moore reported met on November 4. Information reported during the meeting was Librarian DeForest reported she attended a library conference in Girdwood; there were 143 individuals duals who attended the story -telling session last week; author John Broderick was scheduled to attend a book -signing session on December 7 at the library; and, nearly $14,000 was raised with the Friends raffle. Moore added, the Commission also discussed budget requests g for the upcoming year and the Christmas Open House was scheduled for December 18, 1997 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. MOTION: Councilman Moore MOVED for the council to donate $500 toward the Open House and Councilman Smalley SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. It was noted, the council had included $350 in their budget for the open house costs. D-Se Parks & Recreation Commission - Councilman Bannock reported the Commission would meet again on November 6, 1997. D-6. Planning & Zoning Commission - Councilman Smalley reported the minutes of the last Commission meeting were included in the packet. He reviewed action taken and noted there had been interesting comments rude at the end of the meeting. He also reported he would be out of town at the AML Conference for the KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NO`TEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 13 next P&Z meeting and requested his packet be forwarded to Councilman Bannock who would attend the meeting for him. D-7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees D-7a. Beautification Committee - Councilwoman Swarner reported no meeting would be held in November. However, the minutes of the October meeting were included in the packet. D-7b. Historic District Board - Councilman Moore reported a copy of the last meeting's minutes were included in the packet. The next meeting was scheduled for November 17. Moore reported he would not be able to attend the November 17 meeting and requested another council member attend in his place. The letter added to the packet as Information No. 6 from Mayor Williams to the Historic District Board members was referred to and noted by council that it was an outstanding letter and they were behind the Mayor 100% in regard to his comments made in the letter. Williams noted, he tried to communicate to the Board the concerns stated by council during their last meeting. He added, a copy of the information included in the packet which City Manager Ross received in regard to membership amount, meetings required, etc. had also been forwarded to the Board members. D-7c. Challenger Board - Councilman Bannock reported the Board would meet m a special meeting on Friday, November 7 at 4:00 p.m. ?roj ect Director Popp reported the Board received a promise for a $2.5 million grant =rom NASA Education Budget which will be used to construct the Center. He added, they had been working closely with Senator Stevens' office in order to receive the grant - Popp also reported the Board of Governors had been formed to raise funds for the project. Members to the Board were Ann Campbell, Mark Begich, iAnd Black, Jim Carter John E y Erickson, Terry Hayman, Kevin Myer, Alan Norville, Carl Reed, Nancy Spear, Mark Stanley, Norm Story, Don Gilman (Chairman) and Astronaut Pete Conrad. Popp also reported, at their last Board of Governors' meeting they discussed corporate policies for fund raising and planned a fund-raising event for January 18 to be called, Evening with the Astronauts. They plan to have approximately six astronauts in attendance to visit with attendees. Another fund raiser is being planned for the summer which will structured something like the Kenai River Classic. Noted also was an in -kind donation from the Peninsula Clarion of $109000, $7,000 to be used for advertising and $3,000 for printing services. This donation will be KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 14 renewable for a. second year. Popp also reported, they hoped to have a groundbreaking in the spring. D-7d. Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau Board - Bookey reported the next meeting was scheduled for November 17. D-7e. Alaska Municipal League Report - Smalley reported he participated in a teleconference call in regard to the League's legislative platform. They were informed there would be a seven percent cut in revenue sharing this year and in the platform, they will be stating the League wanted no more cuts to revenue sharing. Also discussed was liability concerns for the development of municipal skateboarding and bicycle parks, the AML educational platform and community dividend program. ITEM E: MINUTES E-1. Notes of October 8, 1997 Kenai City Council and Planning &Zoning Commission Joint Work Session. Approved by consent agenda. E-2. Regular Kenai City Council Meeting Minutes of October 15, 1997. Approved by consent agenda. E-3. Notes of October 22, 1997 Kenai City Council Work Session. Approved by consent agenda. ITEM F: CORRESPONDENCE - None. ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS G-1. Discussion/Approval -Proposed Changes to the Senior Housing Lease MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED for approval of the amended Vintage Pointe Manor Dwelling Unit Lease Agreement and Councilman Smalley SECONDED the motion. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 15 Councilman Moore noted he was satisfied with the draft which he felt covered the concerns of council stated at the last council meeting. Councilman Bookey asked if a ' a stration was comfortable with the amendments. Attorney Graves, Director Porter and City Manager Ross all stated they were. Councilman Smalley referred to Item N, page 8. He stated he thought council's discussion was that the tenant would be held strictly responsible for any loss, damage g or cleaning costs. Graves stated, his understanding was that it was to be beyond ordinary wear and tear for non -smoking -related damage and for smoking -related damage it was to be strictly liable for any damages or cleaning costs. Graves referred to Paragraph N and read, "Tenant is responsible for cost of damages caused by tenant. ...when such damages are beyond normal wear and tear." and the next sentence dealt with the strict liability for smoking damage. Smalley referred to page 13 of the October 15 meeting and noted his concern had been covered. He added, he wanted to make sure the city was covered by both damage by smoking and damage by non-smoking. Porter suggested separating out Paragraph N into subparagraphs. Measles stated he didn't think a differentiation needed to be made between smoker and non-smoker in that paragraph because it states they are responsible for any damage or any unusual cleaning requirements. Bannock stated, he felt the amendments covered what his intent was with his suggestion of an amendment in the last meeting. Porter stated she thought the paragraph should say the tenant is responsible for any damage and not necessarily separate out whether it is due to smoke or not. Measles stated he thought the only place smokers and non-smokers needed to be separated was in the paragraph defining the deposit requirements. Any damage done, no matter what caused the damage, should be covered by the tenant. Williams noted, that should be considered an administrative change. Measles stated, he was satisfied with the agreement with that change being made. Porter added, a ' stration wanted to be able to recoup from a tenant for damages that are above and beyond normal wear and tear. Measles agreed. Porter noted, in the past, they were unable to recoup costs for damages beyond normal wear and tear because it wasn't defined. Ross added, for clarification, administration would be placing an absolute liability in the agreement for any damages and the only differentiation between smoker and non- smoker would be in the deposit requirement. Graves was asked if that could be done. Graves stated, he understood the minutes to be that the council wanted the tenant to be responsible for any damage beyond ordinary wear and tear, which is in there now. Measles agreed, but added, two sections, one for smokers and one for non-smokers was not needed. Graves agreed, adding, the city didn't care whether the tenant is a smoker or not. Measles noted, that part could be taken out of ?aragraph N. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 16 Graves asked Measles if he was referring to "...additionally, tenant will be held strictly responsible for any loss damage or cleaning costs to this or other dwelling units resulting from smoking in the dwelling unit"? Bannock suggested ending that sentence at "dwelling units." Graves stated, he included that language because he thought there could be damage to a dwelling that is not the result of ordinary wear and tear. Bannock noted, odor -wise, there could be damage from someone cleanin g a fish on the carpet. VOTE: Williams asked council if there were objections to the motion and passage on to administration stration for refinement as discussed. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM H: NEW BUSINESS H-1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of the bills and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED, H-2. Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500_ MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED to approve the purchase orders exceeding $2,500 and Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. -- Ross referred to the information included in the packet regarding the purchase order to Kent & Sullivan for the proposed work plan for the removal of the underground storage tank removal at the airport ($4,060). Ross stated, he brought the plan to inform council of commitments made regarding the removal of the tanks. Ross reminded council, in September, DEC had demanded the city remove the tanks this year. He wrote a letter to DEC on September 23 indicating the reasons why it was not appropriate to remove the tanks this year and remove them next year, in one construction season and under one set of rules. Ross added, he anticipated the new rules, to be coming out soon, would be more lenient. DEC has since responded and agreed -to Ross' terms. Ross added, there were commitments he made in his letter (1) the work plan; and, (2) the city will seek funding to do the tank removal next year. Ross noted, the city had KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 17 not and would not commit to do anything other than pipe assessment. The city would resist anything to do with removal of the piping. Ross added, he wanted to point out to council the commitments he made in the negotiations with DEC so that council had a chance to state their objections and an alternative could be considered. Ross requested council approve the work plan. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. H-3, Ordinance No. 1763-97 - Appropriating $60,000 for a City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan. Introduced by consent agenda. H-4. Discussion - Variance Permit for Sign/ Kenai New Life Assembly of God Ross reported he spoke with Pastor Brown of the Kenai New Life Assembly of God Church and explained, the issue was before council because there are the owners of the land on which the church wanted to place the sign. In order to receive a variance, the land owner must give permission for an off -premises permit. Ross continued, the sign has been on city property (airport lands zoned conservation) for at least 20 years. The church's proposal is for a new sign. Ross noted, because it is a new sign, he told Pastor Brown he could not recommend to council to allow the variance because he didn't know on what basis they could allow an off -premises sign be constructed on the city's property, in a conservation zone, and answer other parties in the future that might ask the city as the property owner to consent to placing signs on other city property. Roy Smith - Board Member of New Life Assembly of God. Smith stated, there was now a right-of-way (an undeveloped street) between the edge of the church property and the city property. He estimated the sign was about 100 feet from the boundary of the church property. Bannock asked why the matter didn't go to Planning & Zoning first. Ross answered, because permission is first needed from the property owner to allow placement of the sign. Bannock asked if council's action at this meeting would be as the property owner. Ross answered yes, and if permission is received from council, as property owner, for placement of the sign, the church would then go to the Planning & Zoning Commission for consideration of the variance. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 18 Moore asked how long the property owner would be giving permission for the use of the property for placement of the sign. Ross answered, as he understood it, it would be for perpetuity. Smith added, they would like it to be in perpetuity, but the slab on which the sign would be bolted could be dismantled and moved in a few hours if it would be necessary. Moore noted, this council could not bind future councils for placement of the sign. Attorney Graves stated, the council could give written authority (a lease) with a time period (ten years) . Bookey noted Ross' memorandum indicated the church researched their records and found there had been verbal permission received from the city to place their present sign on city property. Bookey asked if permission had been given administratively or by council. Ross answered, he researched the information with Pastor Brown and his memory was that information is in the record, but could not locate it at this time. Ross added, there was no time frame to use in searching city records. The best research of the city records was there was no permission given a ' 'stratively. However, placement of the sign may have been back in 1972. Williams asked council if they wanted to give administration approval to proceed to prepare the matter for Planning 8v Zoning's consideration, or grant the use of the land. Smalley asked for administration's recommendation in the matter. Ross stated, he could not recommend approval to place a new sign as there could be a problem in considering like requests from other entities. City land matters cannot be considered arbitrarily like one's private property. Graves agreed, and added, sooner or later someone else may make a similar request. Smalley asked if the church wanted to, could they improve the existing sign. Graves answered, it could be said that permission was given in the 70's and no new permission is being given to place a sign. Additionally, the city doesn't feel it could renege on permission given in year's prior and the city had a legitimate reason to differentiate between new and old signs. Graves noted, he had no problem leaving the existing sign on the city property. Williams suggested the church could place the new sign on their parking lot property. Smith stated that was their alternate plan. Williams stated, his understanding was council had determined permission could not be granted to place the sign the church requested due to the Conservation Zone and tation of the proximity of the sign to the highway frontage. Council had no other comments. H-5. Discussion -Draft Memorandum of Agreement Between the City of Kenai and the Alaska Challenger Center for Space and Science Technology. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 19 Ross reported the draft agreement had been prepared after meetings with Bill Popp p and Challe nger ger Board Members. He added, some items may have been added since council members had last seen the agreement. The draft has been circulated, however the Challenger Board had not addressed the matter as yet. Ross requested council to review the agreement, take a position on it during this meeting if they desired to, or indicate concerns and give it back to administration to readdress. Ross explained, the issue was to set a policy statement prior to getting into a management agreement which won't be done until the project is closer to construction. The policy statement is to define the relationship between the City of Kenai and the Challenger non-profit as the project is begun. Williams asked the agreement should give direction as to the role of the city as a pass - through grant agency for the Challenger. Ross referred to Item No. 4, where management of the construction of the project was discussed, and suggested language could be inserted on acceptance of construction funding. Williams requested the matter should be addressed as the first item because the funding needs to be addressed first. The funds have to be accepted from the federal government first and then the donation of the land, etc. could be addressed. Bookey asked if all monies should be specified or only the federal grant received. It was agreed it should refer to all grant funds. Ross suggested to revise the language in Item 2, add the grant language requested and exchange it with Item 1. Ross noted, the present Item 2 discussed Challenger's responsibility for raising all capital construction costs for the facility. Graves suggested the language could be, "...if necessary, the city will act as a pass -through agency for grants." Williams requested it state, "...the city accepts the responsibility of acting as a pass -through agent." Semmens noted, because the city would not be acting as a pass -through agent (the funds would not be passed through), he suggested language that "The city will be accepting and stering grants for construction of the facility." Bannock pointed out there are other grants that could be acquired which would not be used for construction of the facility, but used for on -going operation of the facility. He added, the language should not speak only to grants for construction and that for the on- going operation grants, the city would be a in pass -through position. Smalley asked Popp, with the tax status the Challenger Center is establishing, would that allow the Center to receive direct grants? Popp answered, yes. Popp urged council to differentiate grants that require oversight by a government agency, as opposed to grants that would come to the Challenger organization for program and content. He added, in his opinion there will be funds of which the Center will want to r KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 20 maintain control (program and content). However, in regard to the structure itself, which will belong to the city, the city should receive those ants for construction of the building and infrastructure regarding the building. Williams added, on grant applications, the first question is who will be the responsible The city P party. ty will be the responsible party and it should be stated. Ross stated, some of the issues being discussed (grants for operation, etc.) will be addressed in the management contract. He added, the present agreement was not meant to be a document to establish a management relationship. However, a management agreement will be developed later (referred to in Item 5) . Williams responded, the management agreement had nothing to do with the construction agreement and the first issue that will need addressing is, who is responsible for the money. He added, he thought that statement should be included in this document and the resolution to be considered to accept the grant. Ross agreed and noted, that language would be developed in. the management agreement. Bannock noted, that would not be consistent with the first "whereas" in which it states "...cooperate in the planning, construction, and operation..." Bannock suggested adding into the title of the agreement, "Memorandum of Agreement Between the City of Kenai and the Alaska Challenger Center for Space and Science Technology Construction." Then, at the end of the construction, the Memorandum of Agreement would not apply. He believed, using the word "operation" in the first whereas, there is a question and Item 5 doesn't mention the management agreement. Placing "Operation" in the title would take care of that concern. Ross noted, both Items 6 and 7 refer to operation understanding. What they were 'attempting to do was lay out the items discussed in the feasibility study. Some of the specifics will have to be ironed out in a management contract. Bannock agreed. Ross added, Item 5 on spoke to operational even though it is an outline for details to be added later. Williams agreed, it would be appropriate to do that because the details coming later will be more specific. He added, he would be happy with the agreement as long as it includes language in regard to accepting and administering funding. Williams requested the matter be passed on to a ministration with the comments. Popp reported the Board would be meeting on Friday in regard to an emergency issue and at that time, they will bring the agreement forward for the Board review and feedback. MOTION: Councilman Bannock MOVED that subject to the changes discussed, council accept the agreement and formally forward it to the Challenger Board for their consideration. Councilman Smalley SECONDED the motion. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 21 Smalley clarified, Item 2, with added language regarding acceptance of responsibility . p ty to accept and a ster grants, will become Item 1, and Item 1 will become Item 2. VOTE: There were no obj ections. SO ORDERED. Ross reported he intends to have a construction committee formed with the Finance Director, Building Maintenance and City Engineer as well as representatives from Challenger (board members and administration). He requested a council member be included on the conunittee. Ross added, the committee would then develop the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the architectural services. Ross continued, the RFP would define the types of expertise desired, the architect would then form his team and the committee will review the credentials, select two or more architects to make presentations of their formal proposals. Ross suggested the committee be formed and begin their work in the near future. Councilman Smalley volunteered to be on the committee. There were no objections from council. EXECuTiLVE SESSION - None Scheduled. ITEM I: ADMIMSTRATION REPORTS I-10 Mayor a. Alaska Coastal Policy Council - Williams referred to the letter included in the packet which requested candidates to serve on the Alaska Coastal Policy Council which oversees the.Alaska Coastal Management Program. �am.' Williams requested interested council members to inform him in order to submit the nomination. b. Wal-Mart Grant Award - Williams reported he had received an award of a $1,000 grant from the Wal-Mart organization and requested a resolution be prepared for accepting the grant and a subsequent resolution to forward the award to the Challenger Project. There were no objections from council. I-2. City Manager a. Dairy Queen - Ross reported the appraisal process was underway. In regard to the previous council discussion about Dairy Queen signs and trade marks, Ross indicated a letter is in the file mom the Dairy Queen KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 22 corporation stating the signs are the responsibility of the city. He forwarded a letter to the Dairy Queen organization to inform them the facility was available and advised them to forward the information to anyone they are aware of who would be interested in a Dairy Queen franchise. Also, he indicated to Dairy Queen, the signs are their property and they should remove them. b. Fish & Game Board Meeting - Ross reported the Board did accept the city's request to change the agenda for the February meeting in order to hear the city's issues. C. KRSMA Comprehensive Plan -Ross reported he and Councilman Moore attended a Borough Assembly Land Use Meeting (regarding the Plan). Ross suggested the process may be flawed in that the local elected political leaders should first receive public comments made prior to their going to the Commissioner. d. ESI Meeting - Ross reported he met with ESI who returned signed leases. The City Attorney reviewed them and there are no substantiative changes made to the leases since council last reviewed them. Some language was debated, but those concerns were resolved. Ross added, unless directed otherwise, he would sign the leases and return a copy to ESI. Ross noted ESI was satisfied with the project's progress. e. ARFF Facility - Ross reported the project was proceeding. A change order was being prepared in regard to the non -potable well. At some point a change order would be brought to council in regard to the audio- visual equipment. The Fire Department is now reviewing a system which will save a substantial amount of money. Ross continued, as the project progresses, there will be some grant funds coming and will be used for the Symtron Trainer or ARFF equipment and reimbursement of airport funds for the advancement on the engineering costs. Costs saved will be used for the furnishings (never in the budget) and for communications. Ross added, there had been some confusion if there was a communications package included with the audio-visual package. When the bids were received, the Fire Chief confirmed the communications equipment was not included. They also confirmed the bid specifications did not include communications equipment. Ross noted, there was no telecommunications equipment' this plan, however at the end of the project, if funds are available and with council approval, purchase of that equipment could be made. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 23 f. Information Item No. 6 - Ross referred to this information item which included a report from Administrative Assistant Kebschull in regard to membership and meeting requirements for the Historic District Board. Councilman Smalley referred to correspondence council received in regard to the proposed city manager contract and noted there had been no scheduled executive session in which to discuss it with Ross. Williams suggested council designate a time at which they wanted to discuss the issue. Ross stated, the information was forwarded to them for their review, but he did not want to hurry discussions and suggested council set a time for discussion at their discretion. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED that the Finance Director and the Attorney draft up an employment agreement for City Manager Rick Ross as outlined in his memo to council and under the conditions as outlined in his memo to both the Finance Director and the City Attorney specifying that in this situation they will report directly to the council, for this item only, and not to the manager, and bring it to the next council meeting for approval. Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. Smalley requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. Williams referred back to the telecommunications equipment for the ARFF. Williams stated, there must be telecommunications equipment in the facility and it may be requiring the facility to have its own server for the Internet. He added, he didn't want to lose sight of the fact that telecommunication capabilities will be needed. Ross responded, he has concerns, due to the fast -tracking of the project, that the project can be brought on as desired. The goal is to bring the project in on target, and if there are contingency funds left and funds saved in the audio --visual package, the telecommunication equipment would be considered. He added, he was concerned there may be change orders or other unknown costs that may come forward before the project is completed. Until the project is completed, it won't be known if there are monies available for the telecommunications equipment. I-3. Attorney Attorney Graves reported the judge denied the plaintiff's motion to reconsider dismissal of their complaint in the Woodland case. The case is closed. I-4. City Clerk - No report. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 24 I-50 Finance Director a. City Exemption from Sales and Bed Taxes - Finance Director Semmens reported he included a memorandum in the packet in regard to exemption of city employees from paying sales and bed taxes. He added, if purchase orders are used for hotel charges, the city avoids paying these taxes to other municipalities. He encouraged council to do so and include costs on the purchase order for incidentals. b. Kenai Coalition Meeting - Semmens reported, a discussion of personal property taxes will be included on the meeting agenda. He continued, an ordinance will be introduced during the Assembly meeting of November 18. The ordinance will have three elements to it: (1) a flat tax on boats (taxes on boats are currently taxed based on value) - $0 for boats less than 20' in length to $1,000 for boats over 100' in length. Also, most pleasure boats will be taxed $50. (2) All individuals will have a $100,000 personal property tax exemption on everything except boats. (3) Increase in motor vehicle taxes -- $8 for vehicles pre- 1990, $10 increase on new vehicles. Semmens added, the ordinance will be discussed at the finance committee meeting on November 18, as well as during the Coalition meeting. Semmens stated, if the predictions are accurate, the city would receive $25,000 in additional motor vehicle revenue if the citydoesn't o 't g along with the Borough's proposed changes. He was not aware of what the impact will be if the city goes along with the proposed changes. He expects additional information in, regard to the ordinance prior to action by the Assembly. Bannock asked if the ordinance will allow owners of boats less than 20' long to receive a tax break and owners of cars will have a tax increase. Semmens answered yes. Williams asked if the city was really getting their share of the revenue from the Borough. Semmens answered, he thought the formula that allocates motor vehicle tax substitutes population for assessed value. Otherwise, all taxes are distributed the same. He added, the Borough and its service areas get approximately 90% of all motor vehicle dollars. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 25 I-6. Public Works Director a. DOT Letter - Public Works Director Kornelis reported, he wrote a letter to DOT in regard to council's concerns about the entrance on to Tern Avenue from Bridge Access Road and the deterioration of the Spur Highway intersections and especially the Willow Street intersection. b. Ani=nal Shelter Project - Kornelis reported the project was progressing smoothly and was over 50% complete. Smalley requested (with concurrence of council and the Parks 8s Recreation Commission) that the city investigate locating a water line in the Municipal Cemetery. At this time there is no water supply to the cemetery and he has received several requests for a water source to be located there. Bookey stated, council discussed this concern several years ago and found the water main to be a long way from the cemetery. Smalley suggested, a water source could be a stanchion tank during the summer season. Kornelis suggested a small hand well being placed. Smalley requested alternatives be investigated. I-7. Airport Manager - No report. ITEM J: DISCUSSION J-1. Citizens Bill Popp - Representing the Sears PTA, Popp reported the playground was almost complete and the park was progressing nicely. Money has been set aside to seed the remaining area in the spring. Next year, they hope to discuss with council the placement of benches in the treed areas for use while children play on the playground equipment. Swarner suggested the PTA contact the Kenai Care Center as they were from whom the city acquired their park benches. Popp also reported the new Big Toy had been installed. Bill Popp - As an Assembly member, Popp reported he had not yet seen the proposed personal property tax ordinance. J-2. Council Bookey - No comments. Swarner -Noted junk vehicles parked on the old HEA substation property at Fourth and Forest. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 19997 PAGE 26 Moore - No comments. Measles - No comments. Bannock - No comments. Smalley - Noted the sidewalks along the Spur had been plowed and encouraged the city sidewalks be cleared as soon as possible for safety of pedestrians. ITEM K: ADJO ENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:54 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk PAYMENTS OVER $2,500.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL APPROVAL COUNCIL MEETING OF: November 19, 1997 VENDOR DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT ACCOUNT AMOUNT FOR RATIFICATION HOMER ELECTRIC INVESTMENTS VENDOR ELECTRICAL USAGE DESCRIPTION VARIOUS MATURITY DATE UTILITIES AMOUNT $23,895.91 Effect. Int. PURCHASE ORDERS OVER $2,500.00 WHICH NEED COUNCIL APPROVAL COUNCIL MEETING OF: 19-Nov-97 VENDOR DESCRIPTION DEPT. ACCOUNT AMOUNT DOYLE'S FUEL FUEL FOOD SERVICES OF AMERICA NOV/DEC GROCERIES DOCK OPERATING SUPPLIES 8,000.00 CONG/HOME MEALS OPERATING SUPPLIES 49000.00 Suggested by: Administratior. City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 1764-97 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA APPROPRIATING $1,000 RECEIVED FROM THE WAL-MART FOUNDATION. WHEREAS, the Mayor received a $1,000 American Hometown Leadership Award from the Wal-Mart Foundation; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council would like to pass this money on to the Challenger Learning Center. 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: Miscellaneous $1,000 Increase Appropriations: Legislative -Miscellaneous $1,000 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of December, 1997. JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: November 19, 1997 Adopted: December 3, 1997 Effective: December 3, 1997 Approved by Finance: (11/7/97) kl EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF KENAI and RICHARD A. ROSS This employment agreement, made and entered into this day of , 1997, by and between the City of Kenai, State of Alaska, a municipal corporation, hereinafter called "the City," and Richard A. Ross, hereinafter called "Employee," both of whom understand as follows. RECITALS 1. The City desires to employ the services of Employee as City Manager of the City; and 2. It is the desire of the City to provide certain benefits, establish certain conditions of employment, and to set working conditions of Employee; and 3. Employee desires to accept employment as the City Manager of the City; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, the parties hereto agree as follows: SECTION 1: EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT AND DUTIES A. The City hereby agrees to employ Employee as City Manager of said City to perform the function and duties specified in the Charter of the City of Kenai and the Kenai Municipal Code, and to perform such other legally permissible and proper duties and functions as the City Council shall from time to time assign. SECTION 2: TERM, DISCHARGE AND RESIGNATION A. TERM This Employment Agreement shall have a term commencing January1 1998 and ending December 31, 2000, hereinafter the termination date. g Y Emp to ee agrees to remain in the exclusive employment of the City until said termination date unless this Employment Agreement is earlier terminated has hereinafter provided. The, term employment" shall not be construed to include occasional work performed on . Employees own time. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - Page 1 of 7 EMPLOYEE CITY Employee acknowledges that he has been provided with and read the case of Ramse, Sand Point, 936 P.2d 126 (Alaska 1997). Employee acknowledges that as part of the consideration of this contract he has agreed to waive that portion of Section 3-1(a) of the Kenai City Charter which provides that the City Manager is appointed for an indefinite term and accepts the term period of employment as set forth in this Agreement. Nothing in this Agreement prevents the parties from extending the term of this contract by mutual agreement. B. DISCHARGE Employee acknowledges that he has been provided with and read the case of Ramsey v. Sand Point, 936 P.2d 126 (Alaska 1997). The Employee acknowledges that as a part of the consideration of this contract he has agreed to waive Section 3-1(b) of the Kenai City Charter. The Employee agrees that he is an at -will employee —serving at the pleasure of the Kenai City Council. He may be suspended with or without pay or discharged with or without cause at any time during a lawfully scheduled meeting by a vote of at least four members of the Council. No disciplinary action, suspension or termination of the City Manager by the Council may be appealed to the Arbitration Panel/Personnel Board. C. RESIGNATION Nothing in this Employment Agreement shall prevent, limit, or otherwise interfere with the right of Employee to resign at any time from the position with the City, subject only to the provision set forth in Section 3, paragraph B, of this Employment Agreement. SECTION 3: SEVERANCE PAY AND NOTICE A. SEVERANCE PAY The Employee will not be entitled to any severance pay if he is terminated by the City, with or without just cause, prior to the termination date of this agreement. B. NOTICE OF RESIGNATION In the event Employee voluntarily resigns Employer's position with the City prior to the expiration of the term of this Employment Agreement, the Employee agrees to make a good faith effort to give the City at least six (6) months notice in advance, unless the City and Employee otherwise agree to a lesser period. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - Page 2 of 7 EMPLOYEE CITY SECTION 4: SALARY AND REVIEW A. SALARY During the term of the contract, the City agrees to pay Employee for services rendered pursuant hereto an annual base salary of ninety thousand dollars ($90,000) payable in installments at the same time as other employees of the City are paid. The City agrees to review Employee's performance annually. SECTION 5: HOURS OF WORK A. HOURS Employee is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and shall not be bound to a work week of any set number of hours. Employee is expected to work as many hours as the responsibilities of his position requires. As a result, Employee shall not be paid overtime or allowed to accrue compensatory time. B. OUTSIDE ACTIVITY LIMIT Employee agrees not to spend more than ten (10) hours per week in employment on other, non -City connected business without the express prior approval of the City Council. SECTION 6: AUTOMOBILE A. Employee will be compensated at a rate of thirty dollars ($30.00) per month for a vehicle allowance. The City reserves the right to provide a vehicle for exclusive use of the Employee in lieu of monthly vehicle allowance. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - Page 3 of 7 EMPLOYEE CITY SECTION 7: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT A. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS The City agrees to budget and to pay the travel and subsistence expenses of Employee for professional and official travel, meetings, and occasions adequate to continue the professional development of Employee and to adequately pursue necessary official and other functions for the City, including, but not limited to, the annual conference of the International City Management Association, AML, Alaska City Management Association, and such other committees thereof which Employee serves as a member with City Council approval. B. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The City agrees to budget and to pay for the travel and subsistence expenses of Employee for short courses, institutes, and seminars that are necessary for his professional development and for the good of the City as approved by the City Council. SECTION 8: GENERAL EXPENSES A. The City recognizes that certain general expenses of anon -personal and job -affiliated nature will be incurred by Employee, and hereby agrees to reimburse or to pay said general expenses provided claims supported by receipts (when available) are duly submitted to the City. SECTION 9: CIVIC CLUB MEMBERSHIP A. The City recognizes the desirability of representation in and before local civic and other organizations, and Employee is authorized to become a member of such civic clubs or organizations as deemed appropriate at Employee's own expense. SECTION 10: HEALTH AND LIFE INSURANCE A. At Employee's option, Employee shall be covered by the City medical and health insurance in the same manner as other City employees as set forth in KMC 23.40.120. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - Page 4 of 7 EMPLOYEE CITY B. During the term of this contract, the City shall pay for a term life insurance policy in an amount of ninety thousand dollars ($90,000) covering Employee. SECTION 11: RETIREMENT A. The City agrees to contribute the employer's portion of Social Security and Medicare contributions as required by law. B. Employee agrees to waive participation in the City's supplemental retirement plan as contained in KMC 23.40.095. SECTION 12: RESIDENCY A. The City recognizes that the Employee must arrange to sell his current home in order to move into the City of Kenai to establish residence during his tenure as City Manager. The City finds that Employee shall be in substantial compliance with the residency requirement if Employee establishes residency within the city limits of the City of Kenai by April 1, 1998. Therefore, Employee agrees to establish legal residency within the City of Kenai by April 1, 1998. SECTION 13: OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A. OTHER CONDITIONS The City shall fix any such terms and conditions of employment, as it ma determine . liEmployee, y from time -to -time, relating to the performance of Em to ee provided such terms and P y � conditions are not inconsistent with or in conflict with the provisions of this . Employment Agreement, the City Code or any other applicable law. B. VACATION, SICK LEAVE AND PERSONAL LEAVE DAYS 1. Employee shall be credited with 216 hours annual leave at the beginning of employment. 2. Beginning January 1, 1998, Employee shall earn 16 hours per month annual leave to be used during the term of this Employment Agreement. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - Page 5 of 7 EMPLOYEE CITY SECTION 14: GENERAL PROVISIONS A. ASSIGNMENTS AND SUBCONTRACTS None of the sums due or to become due, nor any of the work to be performed under this Employment Agreement by Employee shall be assigned to any third party without the prior written consent of the City. B. APPLICABLE LAW This Employment Agreement shall be deemed to have been entered into and shall be construed and governed, except with respect to conflict of laws, in accordance with the laws of the State of Alaska. C. WAIVERS Failure of either party to insist, in any one or more instances, upon the performance of any of the terms, covenants, or conditions of this Employment Agreement or to exercise any right hereunder, shall not be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of the future exercise of such right, but the obligation of the other party with respect to such future performance shall continue in full force and effect. D. SEVERABILITY The invalidity or unenforceability of any particular provision of this Employment Agreement shall not affect the other provisions, and this Employment Agreement shall be construed in all respects as if such invalid or unenforceable provision or provisions were omitted. E. AMENDMENTS This Employment Agreement may not be amended, modified, released, discharged, supplemented, interpreted, or changed in any manner except by written instrument signed by duly authorized representatives of both parties. F. HEADINGS The headings utilized herein are provided as aids in referencing provisions of this Employment Agreement, but shall not be utilized in interpretation, or construction of terms and conditions of it. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - Page 6 of 7 EMPLOYEE CITY G. MERGER This Employment Agreement contains the entire and only understanding or agreement between the parties in relation to the subject matter herein. Any representations, provision, undertakings or conditions hereof not contained herein shall be of no effect and shall not be binding on either party. H. FORCE MAJEURE Neither party shall be liable or deemed to be in default for any delay or failure to perform under this Employment Agreement resulting, directly or indirectly, from any cause beyond its reasonable control, including, but not limited to war, fire, riot, insurrection and acts of God. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City of Kenai, on a vote of its City Council, , has caused this Employment Agreement to be signed and executed in its behalf b its g y Mayor and duly attested by its City Clerk, and the Employee has signed this Employment A reem gAgreement, on this day of ; 1997. ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk SEAL: APPROVED AS TO FORM: Cary R. Graves, City Attorney EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - Page 7 of 7 John J. Williams, Mayor Richard A. Ross, Employee EMPLOYEE CITY VV ' J y'/ WED r : 42 PM KENAI RIVER CENTER FAX NO, 90 5992 ICE AI R C E N T E R Kenai River Center 36130 Kenai Spur Highway, Soldotna Alaska 99669 FAX Phone: Fax phone: CC: Date: 11)181q -7 Number of pages inch ' g cover sheet: Phone: (907) 260-4882 Fax phone: (907) 260- S 992 REMARKS: ❑ Urgent 0 For your review C] Reply ASAP [] Please comment 1 4 t% 'a,., ())VIAA - NOY 19-97 WED 42 PPd KENAI RIVER CENTER FAX NO. 907-%0fF^OS992 P. 5.3.1 LOWER RIVER 5.3.1.1 Management Intent DRAFT Lower River: To protect and perpetuate the fishery resources wildlife and habitat, natural character of the river while recognizing the intense recreational and commercial use of e th lower river. New or reconstructed public facilities should fully accommodate public use while .. mitigating the impacts of this use on these resources. This section of the fiver will continue to be used for both drift and motor boat use, as the location for personal use fishery, and as a high _ P g intensity bank fishery at certain designated locations. The inclusion of the lower four miles of the Kenai River downstream from the Warren Ames g e Bridge in the KRSMA has emerged as a complex issue during the plan revision r -- Reasons for the inclusion included protection of habitat management of recreation zt conflicts, and an improved ability to deal with the river as a complete hydraulic unit. The problems associated with the management of recreation uses, in particular, are expected to become increasingly gY complex and contentious_ Arvuments against inclusion -focused m e aUition of anothcr j �ernment and a the unce s is effects upoia the seafood procesaQrs and commercial f iffeet. Afterivensive discussions etween t o state and cted entities it was mined that the recoMMendation of the A-d-viso,ry Bad t include the lower ;four miles of the Kenai River in the KRSMA be set aside. The City of Kenai has ed that its municipal charLer and existing author' ' t address and ma e manv of the conflicts and problems that are identified in the Kenai River w� r ComlDrehensive Management Plan. and that the inclusion of the lower four miles in Reach One is premature and inappropriate. Instead, the City recommended the use f a joint management ap1proach for this pgrfi-on of the Kenai River involvi z coordination and c 'on with the City of Kenai,, Based unow the previously stated concerns. it is intended that the lower fur miles be managed in a cooperative manner between the City of Kenai, State, and other governmental en' ' Jo -this end it will a necessary to monitor and evaluate the ex ent and intensity of conflicts affecting this portion of the river. The mo itor' of recreational conflic swill be especially important. It max be necessary to initiate snec'fic manaarement, tither -by the City or State . to deal with these conditions. It is recommended that the State. through the Ad-visory Board, meet on a periodic basis with the City of Kenai to iointIU idemanagementg actions. It is possible that this approach will not be effective in addressing the concerns identified in the Management Plan. In the event that this occurs or conditions deyel Q that cannot be managed by memorandum of understanding or municipal ordnance, the Advisory Boar will reconsider its recommendation to include the lower four milers in the KRSMA. and initiate a plan amendme DRAFT Reach 1: Cook Inlet - Eagle Rock. In general, development in this section P � n of the river should be focused on water dependent uses and only when these uses do not affectfish and wildlife ldlife resources and their habitat, and where there is low bank erosion hazard. Specific management P objectives s include the following: Protecting l) the extensive Kenai River Flat wetlands for waterfowl restingd an feeding, and to provide continued waterfowl viewing opportunities: 2) maintaining q the unique and varied wildlife. adjacent to this portion of the Kenai River; 3) reWnin the viewshed of Mt. Redoubt doubt and the other mountains on the east side of Cook Inlet; 4) recognizing the industrial use ' . g g s within the last four mules of the Kenai River and the scattered commercial uses occurringin other the r parts of this river segment; 5) recognizing the traditional industrial and commercial uses wit hin the lower four smiles within Reach 1 and the priority of these uses. 6 recognizing and allowing indus trial uses to develop if the industrial use satisfies local, state and federal permitting regulations. 7 . P g g recognizing low density cabin and single family residential uses in the rural areas adjacent to the river; 8) continuing the motor boat fishery as well as existing low density and moderate de nsity bank fisheries; 9) continuing the personal di fishery from boats and designated river a p g banks � Providing ' 'es for wateretesection continues as written in plan Reach 2: Eagle Rock-Soldotna Bridge as written in plan 5.39192 GENERAL MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS In addition to the general management strategies described in Chapter S, the following management recommendations are to apply to this portion of the river. 2.1 The Lowey River should continue to provide designated areas for the personal use fishery. ('This recommendation is also an allocation issue and therefore requires concurrence from the Board of Fish.) 2.2 Increased agency enforcement presence should be allocated during the period of peak associated with the chinook and sockeye salmon runs. This increased presence should .. target vessel activity in sensitive zones and at "holes" with concentrations of vessels. DPOR will consult the City of Kenai and work through, the Kenai River Advisory Board to develop strategies to address any problems that may develop around the recreational f shM below the Warren Ames Bridge in the future. 2.3 Neither the Borough, State or municipalities should authorize additional public access to this portion of the river unless adequate access, parking and sanitary facilities are provided and the other criteria of Recommendation 4.5.6.3. 2.4. A high-level of protection for waterfowl and wildlife should be afforded in the "Kenai Flats" wetlands through the permitting processes administered by the local, state, and federal units of government. Consideration should be given to the acquisition of portions of the more critical wetland areas, to coincide with waterfowl concentration. NOV 19—�7 WED �:44 PM RENAI P,IVER C.iiTER FAX NO, 907=6 05 9 9d2 P. 4 1 DRAFT 2.5 A "bank protection zone" designed to manage vessel g g operation to reduce the effect of boat wakes should be established for the area between River Mile 9 and River Mile 18. consult City ' in the develonment of the bank vrotection zones and in.the identffication of any additional areas the lower rive tht_may need to be included in the bank Drotection zone. 2.6 Proposed developments within the Plan Boundary of the Management Plan should be carefully reviewed against the recommendations of the Plan, particularly with P Y reference to the protection of the fishery resources, wildlife and habitat of the Kenai River. 2.7 The Borough should give consideration to the institution of rural, low densityzoning g in all areas outside the corporate limits of Kenai and Soldotna and within the recommended one-half mile protection zone of the Kenai River. 2.8 The City of Soldotna should assess alternative methods for sewage treatment or plant analyze the relocation of the outfall of its sewage treatment to a site that does not discharge ischarge to the Kenai River. 2.9 will consult with the City of Kenai, throw the Kenai River Advisory Board, to address a that develop a reational boaters and commercial fishers and the manaLyement of let skis, hydroplanes, air boats and hydrofoila below the Warren Ames Br' d 2.10 The recreational facilities in table 4-2A should be implemented. The identification of future recreational facilities should follow the procedures described in Recommendation 4.5.2.4, 2.11 The riverbank restoration projects identified in Table 4-3,A, should be implemented. The identification of future restoration projects should follow the procedures described in Recommendation 4.5.2.4. 2.12 The EVOS parcels acquired by the State should be managed according to the classification in Table 4-4, unless title acquisition or EVOS acquisition restrictions require a different management strategy. If there is a conflict between the recommendation in Table 4-4 and the title acquisition restrictions, the latter shall prevail. 2.13 The Kenai Area Plan should incorporate the parcel retention and other state water and land recommendations of the Management Plan, 2.14 The Lower River, below Warren Ames Bridge, will continue to be exempt from any horsepower regulations. NOTE: PREVIOUS 2.8 AND 2.15 DELETED; CONSOLIDATED INTO 2.9 NUV-]y-y'/ WED 2:44 PM RENA1 RIVER CENTER FAX NO, 90r!i20-05992 P. 4.5.3.4 Zoning of Area Adjacent to Kenai River DRAFT The Advisory Board recommended that the Borough consider adopting g P g a program gram of area wade rezoning along the Kenai River. Areas of the river within the corporate limits o f the cities ties of Kenai and Soldotna would be excluded from the area wide rezoning since these . g areas are already zoned. Only the area immediately adjacent to the Kenai River would be considered for zoning, corresponding generally to the first one-half mile measured from the mean high tide mark (tidal dal ea the ordinary high water mark. In general, the area wide zoning should provide for low density residential uses with a ' mtnmum lot size of 40,000 square feet to 1.5 acres per dwelling unit. Densities greater than this average • g r ge might be appropriate at specific sites through the use of cluster design, but the total number of dwelling should not exceed the number allowed by the underlying zoning on a per acr e basis. Commercial uns would be treated as condiffianal uses and id 'a uses as prohib ed uses on Boro hands e the cities of Kenai and Soldotna. 4.5.4.2: Protection of Areas Acquired by Borough or State The u and the citiesof Kenai and Soldotna,ase by case basis. shQUUconsider rctention of i2roDertesvernment aw-nership that bave been identified as having habitat values and classify them in the manner described above. (refers to 4.5.4.1 Classification of Borough Land as Preservation). The state should retain parcels identified in Tables 4-4 and 4-6 for inclusion in the KRSMA, except for parcels under the ownership of the Mental Health Trust Authority. Until state parcels are legislatively added to KRSMA these areas should be administered consistent with the objectives of KRSMA through a special land use P designation by the Division of Land. The recommendations for the inclusion of parcels in KRSMA and use of the special land designation are required to be included in the Kenai Area Plan. Background: Areas of previously private land, or land leased by the State, are oftentimes acquired by government as a result of administrative foreclosures, escheat, or tax foreclosures. The cities of Kenai, Soldotna, the State, and Borough occasionally acquire through properties g these processes. Retaining of specific high habits value properties in government Qwnershio roan be deemed more desirable on a case by case basis than disposjn,of properties to the brivate sector. (Bruce Phelps noted conceptually ok.) 4.5.5.9 Wetlands Permitting Background: Both individual and nationwide permits are used by U.S. COB as a basis for the permitting of fill within the general Kenai River corridor. !here are a variety of the nation-wide permits, covering a wide grange of possible development activities. Newly promulgated (1997) five year nationwide permits by the US Corps of Engineers exclude the area included in the Plan Boundary of the Management Plan. In these areas individual permits will nave to be obtained for dredge and fill activity covered by the federal Clean Water Act. NOV ?9-97 WED ��45 PM KENAI RIVER CENTER FAX NO. 907.�05992 P. 6 DRAFT ne review and approval process for individual permits can be improved by the pre -identification of significant wetlands and of typical best management practices. Because specific standards for wetland development do not exist in this Plan, it is recommended that such standards be developed through a cooperative research process and that the recommendation of this research be incorporated as an amendment to the Management Plan, when developed. No new wetland -develojament restrictioxtsolutions are to be recommends unti the r ` lts of t Wetla d ent study let d. Should the Wetlands Assessment develop research or management recommendations gemiane to other land use activities, these should also be considered for inclusion in the place amendment. Nospecific standards will be addedman ment to tag plan untU Wl assessment d completed. ublic rev'e cess involving a plan -amendment ha been conducted "' . - Revised 11/18/97 Operations May 115 Jun 214 Jul 402 Aug 363 Sep 151 Total 1245 Parking Slips Leased Number Cost per Slip Total Revenue Commercial 1 $315.00 $315.00 Private 11 $262.50 $27887.50 Total 12 $39202.60 Fuel Sold Total Gallons Cost @ Pump Cost Fuel Revenue $2.249 / Gal. $2.05 / Gal. 2,888.20 $63495.53 $51920.81 $574.72 Kenai Municipal Airpon i99'J -199oft Loa�rm 1►s7► parktn� R�e�eeiptas ToW R"eljHs w Juig i,1 to l'ovember *,1 ` gayar 0&4w Wpm S"tl"*23 Pe i Fark► $6934Wft TOW fa �w.rwrrw.win�rrw*23 �.rr��ir�rrr ToW DaUy Avm = Reodpt c q dais = ►e l�S24M79 Kenai Municipal Airport Enplanements 858 CY:UT IE 9% 1,314 MCA: 114% October 1997 7,409E� 77�� 9,581 A I - 1997 Monthly Enplanernents Naomi lil Month ERA SCA YUTE Monthly Totals Jan 67585 17352 0 71937 Feb 61221 11065 0 77286 Mar 61622 17216 0 77838 Apr 61205 17278 0 77483 May 67962 1,284 140 81386 Jun 87274 17233 11070 101577 Jul 117721 11623 17614 141958 Aug 97754 11345 1, 366 121465 Sep 71420 11230 17266 93916 Oct 77409 17314 858 97581 Nov 0 0 0 0 Dec 0 0 0 0 Totals 771173 12 $ 940 6, 314 967427 F I NOTE: Yute started service May 24, 1997 Kenai Municipal Airport Yearly Composite of Enplanements 1983 -1996 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 January 8,073 6,906 8,176 7,491 6,446 5,198 6,578 5,908 8,358 7,958 7,645 8,211 9,570 8,263 February 7,756 6,201 6,998 6,863 6,400 5,319 5,587 5,327 7,147 7,797 6,851 7,023 9,348 7,776 March 7,840 6,829 8,138 5,982 5,869 6,268 6,253 6,768 8,457 9,463 7,637 9,012 11,350 8,419 April 7,722 6,568 8,058 5,859 5,911 5,917 6,012 6,864 8,571 8,627 7,097 7,386 9,610 7,786 May 7,623 7,591 9,117 7,054 6,209 6,393 6,797 7,875 9,473 8,009 7,781 8,626 10,028 8,507 June 8,457 8,817 9,670 8,339 7,289 7,342 8,068 9,217 10,818 9,394 9,402 10,600 11,268 10,204 July 10,498 11,489 12,767 8,639 9,009 8,992 9,753 12,279 12,069 11,684 11,654 12,294 14,498 13,545 August 9,948 10,904 11,469 8,031 8,484 8,805 9,532 11,135 11,758 11,315 11,375 12,375 12,979 11,888 September 7,422 8,059 9,220 6,670 6,555 6,537 7,476 9,175 8,557 8,565 9,513 10,653 10,844 8,963 October 7,547 7,814 8,422 6,080 6,419 6,722 7,441 9,670 8,590 7,813 8,888 10,389 11,026 9,263 November 7,335 8,482 7,353 6,150 6,345 6,711 6,937 9,867 8,623 7,913 9,083 10,585 11,580 8,471 December 7,831 8,729 8,542 7,067 6,853 7,192 6,275 8,787 8,422 8,252 9,078 10,535 8,254 8,026 Totals 98,052 98,389 107,930 $4,225 81,789 81,396 86,709 102,872 110,843 106,790 106,004 117,689 130,355 111,111 KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 19, 1997 INFORMATION ITEMS 1. 11 / 5 / 97 council meeting "To Do" list. 2. Animal Control Officer Bill Godek's Certificate of Completion for National Animal Control Association Training Academy NACA 100 Level IT. 3. Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance No. 97-73, Amending the Tax Code to Establish a Flat Tax for Watercraft, Create a $100,000 Personal Property Tax Exemption, and Increase the Motor Vehicle Tax (introduction on 11 / 18/97 meeting). 4. 11/97 Public Works Department -Project Status Report. 5. 10/97 Kenai Fire Department Consolidated Monthly Report. 6. 11/ 10/97 Thank you letter from Sears Elementary School for $2,000 contribution toward their playground upgrade. 7. 10/ 17/97 Senator Leahy letter regarding "takings" legislation to target state and local planning and zoning decisions. 8. 10/97 Challenger Learning Center of Alaska, Challenger Log. 9. 11/97 Greater Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, Your Chamber Today. 10. 1998 Gaming Permit Application -Alaska/Hawaii Moose Association. 11. 1998 Gaming Permit Application - Women's Resource &Crisis Center. 12. 10/ 16/97 Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER S. 1997 "TO DO" LIST ADMIN - Prepare resolution accepting gift of bluff property for use as Erik Hansen Park and accepting responsibility for design, developing and maintaining the park for 11 / 19 meeting. Investigate costs involved to have water hook-up for automatic watering system at the proposed park. Re% iew cost estimate for development of Hansen park Investigate placing a water supply at cemetery (water line connection, hand well, holding tank). Include language in PTI contract that phones may be removed with consent of the city. Investigate property ownership and removal of junk cars on comer lot of Fourth and Forest. CLF - Request check for $200 be forwarded to KCHS Hockey Booster Club. Request $500 for Library Holiday Open House. Have next PZ packet forwarded to Councilman Bannock, who will attend the meeting for Councilman Smalley. CRG - Make appropriate changes to senior housing lease (Paragraph N, Pie 8). Change paragraph # 1 to paragraph #2 and visa versa in Challenger agreement. Include wording in the new # 1 that the city would accept and administer grants received. Forward amended document to Challenger Board for their review and consideration. Include Councilman Smalley as council's representative on the Challenger Construction Committee. LS/CRG - Draft an employment agreement for City Manager Rick Ross as outlined in RR's memo and under conditions specified (in the memo). In preparing the document, report directly to council (not to RR) on the matter. Bring the document to council at 11/ 19/97 meeting for their consideration. .00 ..0000 *AA Hereby Certifies That has successfully completed National Animal Control Association Training Academy NACA 100 Level II 40 hours offered by the Law Enforcement Training Institute School of Law and University Extension in conjunction with the National Animal Control Association In Witness whereof this certificate is awarded k1 &.a Chancellor AP Direct , Law Enforcem t Training Insti to V,to/,�,= 27 -1997 si u i' i d' 4 C C A Mice Provos rExtension Dean, Sc ool of Law Introduced by: Finance Committee Date: November 18, 1997 He :wings: December 2, 1997 December 16, 1997 Action: Vote: KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH ORDINANCE 97-73 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TAX CODE TO ESTABLISH A FLAT TAX FOR WATERCRAFT, CREATE A $1009000 PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION, AND INCREASE THE MOTOR VEHICLE TAX WHEREAS, the current personal property tax system is burdensome to many taxpayers, and the majority of returns provide limited benefit to the borough in that the top twenty personal property tax payers pay approximately fort• -five percent of all personal property taxes collected by the borough; and WHEREAS, based on the current certified main role, it is estimated that exempting the first $100,000 of personal property, other than motor vehicles and watercraft, from property taxes would reduce the number of personal property tax accounts owing taxes from approximately 6,285 to approximately 236, eliminating approximately 96% of the ad valorem personal property tax accounts; and WHEREAS, revenues lost by creating a $100,000 exemption for personal property could be partially recovered by increasing the tax on motor vehicles as allowed by AS 28.10.431 and by imposing a flat tax on watercraft; and WHEREAS, imposing a flat tax on watercraft instead of taxing them on an ad valorem basis would significantiv simplify assessment and enforcement of personal property taxes on watercraft in the borough, and can be structured to encourage watercraft to domicile in the borough by reducing the amount of personal property taxes paid on such watercraft; and WHEREAS, Alaska Statute 28.10.431 enables municipalities to receive taxes collected by the state upon registration of motor vehicles using either the fee schedule included in the statute or a municipal schedule set by ordinance, provided that written notice of any municipal schedule is filed with the state by January l of the year preceding the year in which the change is to take effect; and WHEREAS, motor vehicles in the Kenai Peninsula Borou�,h are assessed taxes upon registration as provided by AS 28.10.431 and pursuant to KPB Ordinance 5 . l 2.245 ; and Keiiai Pe111IISltia Borough. Alaska Ordu' iaiice 97-73 New TeNt Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACK�: �D.1 Pacye 1 of 4 WHEREAS, the assembly finds that exempting the first $ 100,000 of personal property, other than motor vehicles and watercraft, from ad valorem taxes, imposing a flat tax on watercraft and exempting them from ad valorem taxes, and increasing motor vehicle taxes to partially offset revenue losses, in the manner provided in this ordinance, is in the best interests of the borough because it will significantly simplify personal property tax reporting, collection and administration in a reasonably fair manner; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH: SECTION 1. That KPB 5.12.040(A) shall be amended as follows: 5.12.040. Corrections - Valuation and tax exemption disputes - administrative adjustment meeting. A. A person receiving an assessment notice must advise the assessor of errors or omissions in the assessment of the person's property, in the determination of ownership or classification of property ubiect to a flat tax, or of disputes in the assessed value or taxable status of the property, within 30 days after the date of mailing a notice of assessment. SECTION 2. That KPB 5.12.050 shall be amended as follows: 5.12.050. Valuation and flat tax appeal procedure. A. A property owner or agent or assign of the property owner may appeal to the borough assembly sitting as a board of equalization for relief from an alleged error in valuation not adjusted by the assessor to the property owner's satisfaction_ or. in the case of property subiect to a flat tax_ an alleged error in ownership or classification of prol2ertv. B. An appellant must, within 30 days after the mailing of the notice of assessment, submit to the assessor a written appeal, specifying the name of the owner, a legal description of the property, and the grounds for the appeal. The appeal must be received by the assessor within 30 days after the mailing of the notice of assessment, or the right to appeal ceases. .-appeal forms shall be available from the borough assessor's office. C. The grounds for appeal are: unequal, excessive, improper or under valuation of the property not adjusted by the assessor to the property owner's satisfaction —or an error in ownership or classification f property. D. The assessor shall notify the appellant by mail of the time and place of hearing, and board of equalization procedures, in time to allow the appellant to submit documents to the board as set out in this chapter. E. A city in the borough may appeal an assessment to the borough board of equalization in the same manner as the property owner. Within 5 days after receipt of the appeal, the assessor shall notify the property owner of the appeal by the city. The property owner may appear and participate in an appeal of an assessment by a city SECTION 3. That KPB 5.12.125 is enacted to read as follows: Ordinance 97-7.) Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska Pasie 2 of 4 New TeNt t Itiderlineci; (DELETED TEXT BRACKE = ._D. ) 95 5.12.125 Personal property tax -- Exemptions -- First $100,000.00. In addition to other exemptions required or allowed by law, the first $100,000 of assessed valuation of personal property, other than motor vehicles and watercraft, owned by Peach taxpayer er shall be exempt from the borough tax levy on personal property within the borough. For taxpayers with more than one personal property tax account, the $100,000 exemption shall be distributed st pro rata amongst S all of the taxpayer's accounts based on the proportion of the assessed value in each account to the total assessed value of that taxpayer's personal property. SECTION 4. That section 5.12.150(A) shall be amended as follows: 5.12.150 Personal Property tax - Assessments - Boats - Repair exemption - Appeal. PP A. For purposes of taxation, U.S. Coast Guard registered watercraft subject to a tax shall be totally exemiQted from ad valorem --taxes- in accordance with the followine flat tax sch,edule [TAXED ON THE BASIS OF FULL AND TRUE VALUE] Watercraft shall be measured according to length overall Watercraft Flat Tax Schedule Class Watercraft Leneth Overall Annual Tax 1 Less than 15 ft S 0 2 15 to less than 20 ft 0 3 20 to less than 25 50 4 25 to less than 36 feet 150 5 36 to less than 60 feet 250 6 60 to less than 100 feet 500 7 100 or more feet in length 19000 SECTION 5. That KPB 5.12.180 shall be amended to read as follows: 5.12.180 Personal property tax--Returns--Filing required when. Every person owning or having an interest in or holding or controllinv personal property t to . P P Y r nal pro rttax to the borough, shall file a return with the assessor on or before February 15th of each year, said return to be in the form adopted, or altered from time to time by resolution of the assembly. Copies of said form shall be available free of charge from the borough clerk. The mayor is authorized to adol2t reLyulations subject to assemblyapl2rovai for the administration and enforcement of this provision. SECTION 6. That 5.12.245 (A) is amended to read as follows: 4.12.245. Personal property tax - Annual motor vehicle registration tax - Lew - Distribution. A. There is levied [AN' ANNUAL] a biennial motor vehicle registration tax within the v Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska New Test l hiderli»ed; (DELETED TEXT BRAC : �D. J Ordinance 97-73 Page 3 of 4 borough pursuant to the provisions of AS 28.10.431 and as such statute may be hereafter amended, revised or replaced. according to the following schedule: DMV TAX SCHEDULE BIENNIAL SCHEDULE 1990 Type 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1"2 1991 & Earlier Passenger $140 $120 $100 S 80 S 60 S 50 S 40 S 30 Pick up/ Van $140 $ 120 S 100 S 80 S 60 S : 50 S 40 S 30 Taxicab S 150 S 130 S 110 S 90 $ 70 S 60 S 50 S 40 Motor Bus S200 S 180 S 160 $140 S 120 S 100 S 75 S 50 Motorcvcle S 20 S 18 S 16 S 14 S 12 S 10 $ 10 S 10 Trailers (Nun- S 20 S 18 S 16 S 1.1 $ 12 S 10 S 10 S 10 Commercial) Ttl Cum (< 5k Ibs) $150 $130 $110 $ 90 $ 70 S 60 S 50 S 40 TO Corn ( 5k, <= 12k) S200 S 180 $160 S 140 S 120 S 100 S 75 S 50 Ttl Coml (>12k, <=18k) S300 S260 S220 S 180 S 140 S 100 $ 80 S 60 Ttl Com (>18k) S400 S350 S300 S250 S200 S 150 $100 S 70 Dealer Plates (Initial) S 100 $100 S 100 $100 $100 S 100 $100 $100 Dealer (Subsequent sets) S 100 $100 $100 $100 S l OU S 1 oo $ IOU $100 SECTION 7. That pursuant to AS 28.10.431(i) the administration shall file a written notice of this chance in the scheduled amount of tax on motor vehicles with the Alaska Department of Public Safety prior to January 1, 1998. SECTION 8. That Sections 11 219 319 5 and 6 of this ordinance shall take effect January 1, 1999, Section 4 shall take effect January 1, 1998, and Section 7 shall take effect immediately upon enactment of this ordinance. ENACTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH THIS * DAY OF *, 1997. Jack E. Brown. Assembly President ATTEST Linda S. Murphy, Borou�h Clerk Ordinance 97-7 .3 Kenai Penulsula Borough, Alaska Palle: -4 of -4 New Text Unde(DELETED TEXT BRACKE-.1 97 A=Active KK - Keith Kornelis Project Status Roport NC=Non-Construction JL - Jack La Shot F=Future RS - Robert Springer MK - Marilyn Kebschull RC - Rachel Clark KW - Kathy Woodford AMfl C" C N= A JL Alaska Regional Fire Training Footings on training building complete... ESI Facility, ARFF structural trainer complete. Gravel haul almost done. Met with FAA 10/24 re: ARFF vehicles which will be bid late Nov. A KK Animal Control Shelter Under construction.... Working on electrical & mechanical. 50% complete. A KK Bluff ASTF Grant Nelson completed grant for proposed bluff erosion... Nelson made report at the March 3, Harbor Commission meeting... Project on hold until some answers are obtained on Bluff project... Corps did recon. study... Fish & Gam ok'd Nelson's proposal... Submit this winter. j A MK Comprehensive Plan RFP being planned. A JL Contaminated Soils - Airport ADEC agreed to let us pull tanks in Spring. Kent & Sullivan has workplan going to Council. A JL Contaminated Soils - Shop Kent & Sullivan working on workplan and additional maintenance. A MK/JL Historic District Signs Final report and financial documentation submitted. A JL K.M.A. Taxiway "C" Extension Project down for winter... paving in Spring. North A KK Mission Street Low bidder is Peninsula Construction... NTP by DOT 9/30...Contractor to finished underground this fall. Winter shutdown.... walk through 10/23. A KK STP Disinfection Change Mailed mylars to engineer... Waiting for as -built. F Challenger Learning Center Funding being organized. Thursday, October 30, 1997 Page 1 of 2 A/NC/F MY contact Fmint Name BOB F KK Forest Drive DOT in design stage. Project on STIP List. F KK Municipal Matching Grant Street Improvements (Gov's 70/30) F JUKK S.Spruce Beach Parking Corps permit process complete... No funding F KK South Side Kenai River Road and Parking F KK STP Expansion F KK Water Quality/Quantity Development Program NC JL ADA City Building Study NC JL Airport Master Plan NC KK STP Mixing Zone Analysis Thursday, October 30, 1997 appropriated as yet. Going to request Exxon Valdez Funds. For South side dip netters. City to request Exxon Valdez Funds. Waiting on DEC's planning design grant. Next step wellhouse modification and/or SCADA for water system control... Water main loop lines... Replace underground well house. Additional funding requested from DEC and Legislature for WH4 and other projects... Start engineering design work on well house modifications and SCADA. Implement changes after 7/1. Council adopted master plan. Study complete... Billed KPB for 1 /2 of study ... Copper is the main problem with the effluent... Vasey completed Memorandum for attachment to analysis and application for NPDES permit. Page 2 of 2 KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION Month: October 1997 THIS LAST HIS MONT LAST YEAR[THISYEAR MONTH MONTH LASTYEAR TO DATETO DATE reven ion c ivi yes Ins . PendingLetters 0 0 0 149 55 Ins ections 0 9F 37 232 79 Re -inspections 3 01 1 69 12 Violations Noted 01 16 3 69 36 Notice of Violations Issued 0 6 3 40 16 Violations Corrected 6 2 1 105 29 Extensions Granted 0 0 0 0 0 Extensions Denied 0 0 0 0 0 Fire Drills Supervised 1 p 2 6 2 Fire Prevention Classes 77 3 38 65 114 Station Tours 19 2 9 54 50 Total Class Audience 1340 25 1326 1672 2212 Total Tour Audience 362 4 97 562 788 BurningPermits Issued 33 35 32 268 276 Land Clearin Permits 0 1 0 0 1 Court Actions Instituted 0 0 - 0 3 5 Arrest Resulted From 0 0 0 2 5 Convictions 0 0 0 2 p Complaints Recieved 1 0 0 17 9 Complaints Acted On 1 0 0 17 9 Fire Watches Ordered 0 0 0 0 0 Accidental Fires Invest. 3 1 3 14 24 Suspicious Fires Invest. 1 0 1 16 11 Total Investigations 4 1 1 4 32 35 Plan Reviews Conducted 1 1 0 7 11 eau s an ours -- Ea Man Hrs. Inspections 2 17 12 164.5 130 Total Man Hrs. Public Ed. 183 19 140 286 391 Total Man Hrs. Investigation 10 1 4 152.5 143 Man Hrs. Plan Reviews Ll 3 0 33 36 D-� KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT OCCUPANCY TYPE Month: October 1997 THIS YEAR TO DATE LAST YEAR TO DATE INSP. FIRES $LOSS INSP. FIRES $LOSS vw�■ w ocal Governmen tate Government 2 a $0.00 3 1 50.00 ederal Government 0 0 $0.00 5 0 0.00 chools 12 0$0.00 6 1 $600.00 re -Schools 6 0 To.o0 4 0 $0.00 burchs 2 0 $0.00 10 0 $0.00 ,musemen ecrea ion$0.00 Hotels/Motels $0.001 Lodging 0 0$0.00 2 0$0.00 Apartments/Multi 0 3 $15,000.00 20 2 $500.00 Dwellings 0 4 $867000.00 0 5 1 fl08,050.00 Stores/Dwellin2s 0 0 $0.00 0 1 $0.00 Four Plex's 0 0 $0.00 12 0 $0.00 )Mobl-le omes 3 000. 01 0 000. W1 IYICRI.HIV 1 ILC Office -Building Small Retail Stores 28 1 $660000.00 74 0 0.00 Restaurant/Bars 1 1 Y200.00 21 1$300.00 Large Single Mercantile 6 1 $25,000:-0:0 16 0 $0.00 Storage Warehouses 1 0 $0.00 5 0 $0.001 Malls 0 0 $0.00 1 0 $0.00 Lodges ,LIU USTKIAL Wood Working Metal Fabrication 2 0 $0.00 3 0 $0.00 Misc. Manufacture 0 0 $0.00 1 0 $0.00 Lumber Yards 0 0 $0.00 0 0 $0.00 Filling Stations 0 0 $0.00 5 0 $0.00 Re air Garages - 1 0 $0.100 2 0 $0.00 ircr7- Hangers ,HEAVY INDUbTRIAL Chemical Works Petroleium Plants Wharf Pro erties 1 0 0 0 $0.00 $0.010 1 0 0 0 $0.00 $0.001 Fish Processing 5 0 $0.00 5 0 $0.00 Refineries 0 0 $0.00 0 0 $0.00 Misc. Structures 1 0 1 0 $0.00 1 0 1 3 1 $4,500.00 OMALS 79 16 $8379700.00 232 16 115,000.00 KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT CLASSIFICATION OF ALARMS Month: October 1997 THIS LAST THIS MON. LAST YEAR THIS YEAR MONTH MONTH LAST YEA TO DATE I TO DATE FIRES Air ort 1 0 0 2 4 16 Structural 2 2 3 13 Out Buildings 0 0 0 3 2 Brush or Grass 1 0 0 21 13 Forest 0 0 0 0 0 Dum stets 1 0 0 3 15 4 10 Vehicles 0 0 1 Hazardous Materials 2 1 0 8 g Alarm Malfunction 4 2 2 21 15 Good Intent 3 0 4 13 27 Rescue Asst. 3 3 6 41 36 Mutual/Auto Aid 3 3 2 22 32 Miscellaneous 1 1 2 191 10 TOTAL FIRE ALARMS 211 12 20 181 176 Medical 40 37 47 465 412 Rescue 0 0 0 0 3 Routine Transport 5 2 3 I 34 22 Good Intent 0 0 0 j 0 0 Mutual Aid p p 1 � 2 [TOTAL EMS ALARMS 45 39 5 5 0 439 PMALALARMS WT 51 711-- D LLAR LOSS - Buildings $50 157200 $900 i $1147000 $500 ! $170001 $786,750 $517000 Mobile Home $207000 $0 Vehicle $150 $0 $01 $207500 $327750 Motor Vessel $0 $0 $0 I $0 $307000 _oss Of Life (In Fire) 0 0 02 1 nuries In Fires 0 0 0 i 1 1 4 4:19PM FROM KPB MAYORS OFFICE 07 262 SG16 12- -1 3SS 6 : 40AM FROM 549 Forest Drive Phone 2n Seers E I en` ry v KENAI PEN INS BO SCHOOL DIST'RIC? . KEN �iLASKA 40. '' ` web JACCUIE IlYOLE iqANCIVAL Dear Mayor WitJiams and .City Council, November 10, 1997 On Behalf of the Sears Elementary staff and students, t would iike to thank the City of Kenai .for their generous contribution of $2000 to our playground upgrade. This summer, 1997, the wooded pan of the playground was cleaned out, topsoil was spread, grass was plated and the playground was fenced. This is the first upgrade Sears playground has had since it was built in 1968! We are thoroughly enjoying it. Additionally, the Borough financed � the purchase of S new pieces of play equipment. A large colorful Big Toy was the last to be installed, completed just this past month. The second phase of the playground upgrade will be competed next summer when the other half of the back and side of the playground will be planted in grass. The children are thrilled with the new changes_ So are the staff and parents, who also appreciate the safety aspect of the fQnung. The money which the city donated to this effort is being used to pay for topsoil, grass and fencing, t hope you will pass on our thanks to all who had a part in the decision to' upgrade Sears playground_ When we are finished, it will be like a beautiful park for the whole community to enjoy summer and winter for many years to came. Please come and see all the lovely improvements which have already been made. In appreciation, PATRICK LEAHY cc vpiMOlvT AGRICULTURE Fa APPRC t7 JUr WASHINGTON, OC 20510--4502 October 17, 1997 Dear i'vIayor: Legislation is currently moving through Congress that will directly affect how you run your Inunic;ipality. For the first time, Congress is considering so-called "takings" legislation that targets state and local planning and zoning decisions. Two bills - H.R. 1534 and S.1 256 - have enough momentum right now to pass the House and Senate this year before lawmakers are able to consider the impacts on towns like yours. 1n order to learn more about the impact of this legislation_ I am writing to lnavors and other local officials to determine how H.R. 1534 and S.1 256 will challac: the wav you run your municipality. Tire National League of'Citics opposes both bills, stating that each will "grcatly enhance tilt: ability of developers and other claimants to sue: cities in federal court for alleged `takings'. Such a federal action would expose: local a0vernnients to inc:rc;ased financial liability and interfere: with the: ability of local govc ninients to mak-': reasonable: land use declsiolls. 1 have: enclosed a sulnmary of the legislation so you can take a look for yourself. If tills legislation troubles you. please let me know how it would impact your municipality. What land use decisions are you making that could be short-circuited by this legislation'.) You call let me know by contacting Susanne Fleck of my staff at (20 ) ??4-424 or you r call write to me at my office at 433 Russell Stnatc Office Bullding_ Washington, D.C. 2051() or fax it to (202) 224-3479. Thank you for anv assistance that you may be able to provide which will help inform Congress about the consequences of this legislation. Sincerely. IV .000 ;La Z PATRICK LEAHY United Staters Senator Enclosure 'dERMC'jT OF:ICES. CURT HOUSE PLAZA 199 MAIN STREET BURL;NGTCN 302:863-�5:: FECERAL SUILOING. ROOM 338. MONTPEL!EFq 802::9—)569 OR DIAL TOLL FREE I-a=642-3193 . . . .RECErVED /CiENAI '.7 C/41My CLElik SENATOR LEAHY@LEAMY SENATE.GOV PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Summary of Key.Provisions of S.1256 FhWines • S. 1256 states that "Federal and local authorities, through complex, costly, repetitive and unconstitutional permitting, variance and licensing procedures have denied property owners their fifth and fourteenth amendment rights under the U.S. Constitution." Definitions • S.1256 defines an "agency action" to be an action, inaction or decision by any government agency that adversely affects private property rights. • S. 1256 defines "private property" as all interests constituting property, as defined by Federal or State law. • S. 1256 defines a "taking" as any action that restricts ownership, possession or use of private property including physical invasion, regulation, exaction, condition or other means. Jurisdiction of U.S. Court of Federal Claims and U.S. District Courts * Section 8 of S. 1256 would allow claimants to proceed to federal court after receiving a "definitive decision regarding the extent of permissible uses on the property" and a single denial of an appeal or waiver request. This significantly changes current law by allows claimants to sidestep other available stages of state or local review and proceed directly to federal court. • Section 8 eases the "futility" standard by excusing a local appeal or waiver requirements where the claimant's "prospects of success or reasonably unlikely." This allows a claimant to proceed to federal court by asserting in court that the local community is unlikely to change its position. • Section 8 also would prohibit federal courts from abstaining on state law issues in cases involving real property brought under 28 U.S.C. § 1343 where there is no parallel state court proceeding and where the claimant asserts no state law claim in federal court. Existing abstention doctrines allow a federal court=tct- dec.line- jurisdiction in cases that involve important:-issiles, of.State.law..to-al:lowlfor r.-eseluti:on�af:those issues by a State or local tribunal. A wordfrom our Project Coordinat by Bill Popp �1 � Since I have been given the privilege of s eakina to you first, let me welcome comeyou to the first edition of the Challenger Log, the official newsletter of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska. What is a Challenger Learning Center? I can answer this in many ways. It is a center of learning. It is also a center of inspiration. It is a place where the youth of Alaska can gather together and gain a glimpse of the wonders tha, surround us in the universe. Ultimately, it will be the most exciting addition to the - Alaska education system in many years. As you venture further into this newsletter. you will begin io understand exactly what I mean. And then you oo- will-becme w excited about this project as I am. = The ro'Challenger project is now on a fast track. Thanks g P � to the hard efforts op Senator Ted Stevens and his staff, a $2.5 million grant in the NASA educatior budget has now been approved for the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska Our project has received excellent reception from the corpoate cmmunit , and expect to be making a number of exciting announcements autnecorporate grant: in the near future. The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska. also enJoys a stroni vote of confidence from both the Kenai Peninsula gislative delegation and thf Administration. All of this support should enable . to achieve the balance of th( needed funding in time to break ground on the. roJ `-ect next summer. Based on ou-_ P current timeline, the Center should be completed and ready for its first mission it early 1999. Youc _ -_ -- an never tell where life is going to take you. but you can alw- ays bet it will b, interesting. In my case, life has taken me to the -most incredible job I could ever hav( imagined, developing the Challenger Learnin Center of Alaska! The scope of thi: g P project is like nothing ever undertaken before in the State of Alaska, and to be a par of this project is a rare privilege. My :invoIN-ement has given me the opportunity tc PP Y make a meaningful difference in the lives or thousands of Alaskan children, to ivy. g them something that will inspire them to new heights of learning and achievement and to challenge them to reach for the stars. I believe if you talk to anvone who is r r working on this project, you will rind this feeling of privilege extends to each anc every person involved. Just by reading this newsletter, you areprobably becomin € just as excited about this project as we � e. Consider this an. invitation and ar opportunity to become involved. The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska need[, your help. This is a statewide project and needs the P of eo le from ever participation P part of Alaska to succeed. Whether you can contribute your time, expertise, o= money, please don't hesitate! Give me a call! In our next new .' ��� .. . newsletter, I will.be describing rthe latest fundraising successes we havk. had, how the construction process is procee� ing, and how the ranks -of our supporter are swelling with each passing, day. I' hope you are one of those supporters! Anc remember. you can call me anytime with anv topic you want to discuss. Editor s Note: The Board of Directors, inspired by Bill Popp s commitment to youth and community, invited Bill t, join the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska *s team as PT^•ect Coordinator on June 2. 1997. Hired to coordinat, :he efforts of the Boara of Directors and Board of Governor-- :s well as assist with fundralsing, Bill brings 22 bear '_f corrorate and srnai: business experience .ro :ne proiec:..-_ : .crive communing advocate forAlasi* s ti-outn. Bill enthusiasm ana devotion to pumic sen•ice ana educauonai c _-- _-rtuntries is evident in his past and present invoivemen -with Camp Fire ofAlas%a; JuniorAchievemenr: Spec' ai 01 ti r•- -: cs; PTA President for Sears Elementan School: Kena Peninsuia Borough, as an assembly member: and thei 992 _aotna Chamber of Commerce Business Person of thf Year. Bill. a ! 3 Year resident of the Cite, of Kenai. alone tit -,. -pis wife. 'Vieoie. have nvo school age children. �� v ••• ••+r- VLJILE" -_L%d aofoorna. Hiasxa y&bay Pres'ff ident's Corner by Ginger Steffy Welcome to the first edition of our newsletter. The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska (CLCA) continues to be an exciting and dynamic project that draws an. enthusiastic response from all who hear about it.., { X :fie receive great aPPP news: rece _when Bresident !Caton signed the ,r. ro , riatiou bill. that includeri $2.5 riullibn "to build a Challenger Learning Center in Kenai, Alaska." We appreciatee the support we received from our legisia- tive delegation, ir:_ particular Senator Stevens, in making.. this happen. That.. leaves only $2.5 million more to be raised and we're confident that the Board of Governors will be very effective in moving us towards the final goal. 41 The plans are for the remaining amount to come from a combination of State funding and private and corporate donations. Actually things have already started to happen in that arena. AT&T Wireless became the first corporate donor to the project when Carl Reed presented a check for $10,000 to the CLCA at a Kenai Chamber of Commerce meeting in March. Mr Reed informed us at a recent Board of Governors meeting that this was only the first step in a long term committment to the CLCA on the part of AT&T Wireless. The Peninsula Clarion has also committed $10,000 to the project in advertising and printing. Discus- sions with several other corporate donors are in the final stages and we will keep you updated in future issues. Organizational Structure On behalf of the Board of Directors for the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska (CLCA), we would like to thank you for your enthusiasm and interest in our endeavc As you may already know, Challenger Learning Centers are sprouting up across the country. Currently 29 centers are up and operating, and many, like Kenai's proposed center, are in the developmental stage. The National Challenger organization predicts as many as 50 centers will be function- ing by the year 2000, 0.. The primary stakeholders of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska are the City of Kenai, the University of Alaska Anchorage and the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. Each of these groups has a designated seat on the Board of Directors. The CLCA organizational structure consists of: Board of Governors ( Statewide) Board of Directors Executive Committee Launch Committee (Design & Construction) Mission Control (Operational Planning) Education Pro gram Communications Committee Booster Club The Launch Committee's role in the CLCA project will be to develop the structural design and technology deliver system for the faciinty. The main component of the facility is the Challenger simulation module. Additionally planned is an Exploratoriu.m that will offer interactive science dis- plays and presen . * ons, as well as a Learning Lab that w l v feature a multipur z ose learning environment for live presen- tations, lectures and seminars, conferences. experiments. and off -premise live events. Distance learning programs will be delivered :Hrough the facility's Virtual Center. As envisioned. the 'V rtual Center will provide educational material utilizing sophisticated video and audio technology. The Mission Control Committee's role is the refine- ment and implemeLtation of the project's business plan. This advisory commitLee is also charged with interim project fund planning, and will define management and personnel roles. The Education Committee's mission is to inform Alaska's teachers :..gout Challenger Learning Centers. Last March, utilizing ant money and in -kind donatio- 'ze education comet: �e organized a brief visit to Se.-_..Le's 'Museum or F! i g, . = = - eie�.-;. n.. AIaskar: teaches s to expenenc a full fledged Chas-:eneerMission. Guided by Terry Licatta. Seattle Chailenge: S Flight Director. the teachers P articl- Challenger Learning Center of Alaska 155 Smith Way, Suite 205 Soldotna. Alaska 9966.1.3 pated in "Rendezvous with a Comet" . These teachers are the beginning of a statewide network that will help promote the Challenger Learning Center experience and participate in the development of the distance delivery learning cur- riculum. Due to be on-line soon, the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska's internet page is a joint effort of the Communi- cations Committee and students of Kenai Central High --School's Quest Program. This committee is also charged ,.;..:'with developing the projecfs newsletter, developing and scheduling public speaking engagements and presenta- tions, and promotional media. Another project this com- mittee has taken on is the development of the Booster Club. The board established the Booster Club as a special grassroots effort. Not only will this group campaign for public support and raise local funds during the construction phase of the CLCA, this group will also work with Alaskan communities to develop fund raising strategies and local promotional events in their area once the facility is up and so operating. We encourage anyone interested to call Bill Popp, Project Coordinator, at 262-7123. Probably the most important role has been assumed by our Board of Governors. This group of enterprising and )resourceful individuals has agreed to assist with gr garnering .support and identifying fundraising opportunities at the private, corporate, state and federal levels. The Board of Governors was officially seated on September 4, 1997. Of special note is the support and involvement of former Apollo astronaut, Pete Conrad. Mr. Conrad, along with his v wife Nancy, served as Grand Marshal of the City of Kena.i's r Independence Day parade. To the delight of all, Pete autographed his Apollo mission photos during the City's 4th of July "Kickoff' of the CLCA project. Mr. Conrad, guest of the Kenai River Classic sportsfishina event, spent countless hours promoting Kenai's Challenger project during speaking engagements, media events, and even while engaged in fishing! Now THATS dedication! r%N .aft n Ah. 1:40t•re1� & Adw ..... . _ - _ - �'i'.t'�. rn"+• :.=+lr Y ;sir - Board of Governors Don Gilman, Chairman; ...... Former Mayor, Kenai Peninsula Borough Carl Reed, Vice Chair; ......General N Ianager. AT&T Wireless Pete Conrad ......Chairman. Universal Space Lines Kevin vlever . ......Business _-knalyst, ARCO Alaska JonErickson ...... V.P. Operations, PTI Communications Mark Begich ...... Assembly President, Municipality of Anchorage Dorman Story ......General Manager, Homer Electric Association -Ken Mayer ......Accounting Supervisor, Unocal Terry Haymond ...... Symtron Systems Ann Campbell ...... V.P. Operations, Alaska Village Initiative Mark Standley Y ...... K-12 Edui ation Executive, Apple Computer, Inc. James Carter ......Past Presidznt, Kenai Chamber of Commerce Andy Billick ...... Reg. Administrator, Federal Aviation Administration vanci Spear ...... Asst. to C:: mmissioner, Alaska Dept. of Education John Williams ...... Mayor, C', - of Kenai Man Nnrvihe ...... P. IG._rl�--nanclai ass )ciates. Inc. Chailenyer Leaminy Center of Alaska 155 Smith Wav, Suite 205 Soldotna. Alaska '99665 What is a Challenger Learning How did Kenai get involved? established Board of Governors w i1' Center`? The Challenger Center of Alaska will assist with capital ital fund-raising. In th The Challenger Learning Center of be located within the City of Kenai. formative stages is a booster club whic Alaska, proposed for the City of Kenai, will assist with local fund Nin is part of a growing network of centers The idea to bring a Challenger center efforts, public awareness and s _ _ art. nationwide established in memory of to Alaska was sparked by a number of the crew of the ill-fated 1986 Challenger presentations made across the state of The project will be financed b Space Shuttle. The national Challenger Alaska by Pat Ladner, Executive corporate, state and federal fund: organization was founded in 1986, by Director, Alaska Aerospace Devel- Nearly $1,000,000 is required for th the families of the seven crew members op. went Corp. Challenger equipment,- licensing fee: of Challenger flight 51 L to continue the - { gw - ..wand freight; with a of F th total 5.: _millio crew educational mission. This unique educational opportunity, dollars needed in order to Complete th already enjoyed by hundreds of project as envisioned by the Challenge Challenger Learning Centers offer a unique hands-on experience designed to get students enthused about science, math and technology. Students work as engineers and scientists on a simulated space mission, developing their decision -making and communication skills by solving problems. Staffed by master teachers, the core of the Challenger Center is the interactive computerized simulator - a mission control room patterned after Johnson Space Center and a space lab ready for exploration. The simulators "fly" students through two-hour missions. The two -chamber facility can accommodate up to forty active participants per mission. Weeks before reporting to the Center, students prepare their assigned tasks, form teams and plan scientific experiments to prepare for their "flight". By the time they pass through the Center's airlocks they are a "crew" ready to explore the Last Frontier, dependent on each other for the success of their voyage. The crew may make a Return to the Moon, launch a Voyage to Mars, Rendevous with Comet Halley, or Encounter Earth in a space lab, performing authentic science studies. Whether students are navigating a lunar landing or chasing a comet 's Lail, each scenario fosters interest in math, science and technolog�< while heaping young people recognize the importance of kev life-slkills such as decision thousands of children in the lower 48, Learning Center of Alaska Board. Wit an anticipated operating budget c $230,000; the feasibility study estimate that the center will need operatin subsidies of $65,390 its first yea z,:.. $11,630 its second year and be se t M~` supporting thereafter. intrigued Kenai's Mayor, John Williams. and several city council members. In November of 1995, a steering committee of 15 volunteers was formed. This enthusiastic group worked together to determine if the City of Kenai could economically support a project of this caliber. The feasibility study produced by the steering committee is currently- used by the national Challenge: Learning Center as the "model feasibility study" for interested On April 3, 1996, the Kenai applicants. City Council approved the study and authorized the committee to submit an application to the national Challenger board. The appiication was approved on April 18th, 1996. By N ovemder of 1996, a permanent t n r1 .� .- rt a Board for the- r,J � . .vas .n pla�a�- What's Next? Using the current timeline, excludir. any unforeseen events, the planning an design should conclude by 1997, wit construction beginning in 1998/1999. Preliminary designs by K1 ar. Associates envision a 13,000 sq.f building. Initial plans show the core the facility housing the Challenge Learning Center. Additionally planne is an exploritorium exhibit hall wit hands-on science displays and progran for younger children, a multi-med. telecommunications and distaz learning deli lery area; a gift sho_ administrative offices and storag! making and communications. lI of the proie`t ,.,v,as initiated In Nlav o ' Mtn�irinor of William Popp. Project Coordinator. A recently- Challenger Leamino Center of Alaska 155 Smith Way. Suite 205 Soldotna. Alaska 99669 Management plans have the city owning teacher who has thoroughly prepared the HowcanIbecomeinvolved? the building and contracting its students for the "distance" component. management through the university. Pre -Flight Classroom Activities - One of row will rural children benefit? the greatest P advantages of Challenger ro- g g A feature that will be unique to the grams is that learning and preparation can Challenger Learning Center of Alaska is a occur whether a classroom has computers distance learning package designed by the available or not. Materials supplied to a national Challenger organization to spe- teacher include a classroom activity book cifically meet Alaska's needs for the dis- to._ help, the teacher give the students an tribution and implementation of a state- understanding of the basic principles of wide program. � _�.� _ a � . --�..�._y-.�. . p _ -space science and a scenario -specific book to prepare the students for their spe- Already in use at the Harlem site, is cific flight. An additional set of instruc- Cornell University's CU-SeeMe technol- tions will prepare the class for connecting ogy. This software/hardware combination with the Kenai site on the dayof their aIIOWS aSS1Ve viewing p e ing of an actual Chal- mission. Unique team building exercises lenger mission. Audio transmission is are planned to foster communication possible, but delays and degradation of skills between the two groups. quality are sometimes experienced when this feature is used in conjunction with the video link. ldhoft When approached by our Launch Committee about the possibility of engag- ing a team of students at the Kenai site )th a team of students at a remote school for a fully interactive mission (with the students that are offsite, ,.0 holding the key to the success of the 44 mission), the national Challenger organi- zation saw our situation as an opportunity to explore innovative methods of distance delivery never undertaken before. With that challenge in nand, the national Chal- lenger organization proposed a "Roadless Education" program. The same technolo- gies that allow students to participate in the Challenger learning experience could also be used to enhance teacher communi- cation, education, and professional devel- opment, making the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska an integral part of the state's educational infrastructure. The Plan The projected plan would consist of the following components: �'eacher Training - Thiis is, by far, the yi 7 most important and critical element to the success of the mission. since the experi- ence is an ''add-m` to the math/science; technology curriculum. it must include a Post Fli ht Enhancement - Following the joint flight, the students would be given the wealth of data that has been collected during the mission and a series of post- flight activities to transfer that informa- tion into the student's world. Some of these activities might be cooperative, al- lowing students in the remote schools and students in the urban settings to share information and experiences. The exciting part of this project would be that such an endeavor will allow all in- volved to think in news ways about com- munication, teamwork and problem solving...the hallmarks ofthe the Challenger Learning Center experience. We are inviting you and your fam- ily to become part of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska's team! You can begin by working as a Booster club member "Pathfinder". To do so, join with a minimum annual contribution of $20.00 (or more_!) and actively participate ink local fund-rais- ing efforts, promotional events, and volunteer projects; as well as assist the project by notifying your employer or community organizations about corpo- rate and private contribution opportu- nities and projects. As an "Explorer", you can show your support by becoming a member of another integral part of our volunteer base. Participate as an audience, show- ing public support at various functions or lend your name in support of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska. Either way, your involvement will make a positive difference in our community and in our children's . educational experience! Mail or drop off your contribution at our interim office in Soldotna at the Woodruef Building (behind the oldotna "Y" Chevron station), Suite 205 or call us at 262-7123! Join today! ... the possibilities are endless. The overarching goal is to help students see themselves as successful in the areas of math, science, and technology. Our Logo Interpretation Color: The blue to white graduated background portrays the blue of Alaska's vast coastline and water areas. CLCA Presentations Municipal League (Ketchikan) Eight Stars: Alaska school children have identified with "Ursa ,�;,� o4-o?f98-�.,.., tvJ Itl Conferencefiahe4iaska- Soc more commonly known as the ''Big Dipper" since for Technology in Education:(EganMaior". 9Y territorial times in Alaska when the Alaska Territorial Legisla- Convention Center & Hbtoi Ca iCoo* ture adopted as the offigcial state flag, Benny Benson's design. It Anchorage) - is also reminiscent of our official state song, "Alaska's Flag" { �•!. -- written -by Marie Drake. "Polaris" or the "North Star" as w used -s•..•I.\r1MOFY•� it yy((fi?`i'+Z -`"fir r +F^F .F. • y � wi\•./.' �, . .- '.1►.:.- - - 'V - to signify to Alaska's foothold as the most northerly4 state in the • S-'i(j1�i. .}� � fn'1� - �- _�'%fi. 3JS:1: •A :•J''•:.-fA•- .1v:',_r •/jf,: .-,y_.. �.i: .. ._:.lit.. 'umon, as welt as Afaska's motto "North to the Future --- ' a Y - ' �' x.i,---- y:= Cenallen r Leamin ter'dfAlaska inclusion of the Ursa Major and Polaris elements in the to o is g symbolic of Alaska's strong dedication to education and a reminder to us all to look to the future and reach for the stars! - M. Boyd of Dvors.. _ "; �,��_ Dllane annoC ' •_ . 11 n ` . Mountain Element: "Denali", Athabaskan for "The Great One" is represented by a caricature portrayal of our state's most significant landmark. This element is a subtle reminder to strive to achieve what some view as the impossible, some struggle to attempt, some fail to realize, some try again, and again, despite numerous setbacks, and a tribute to those that succeed. Space Shuttle Element_ With the first shuttle launching in 1981 • school children today identify space travel with the shuttle design. The space shuttle Challenger crew represented a cross- section of the American population in terms of race, gender, geography, background and religion. The explosion of flight STS-51-L was one of the most significant events of the 1980's as billions around the world witnessed the accident and empa- thized with any one of the crew members killed. This element depicts the courage to rise above adversity and calamity and forge ahead, learning from our mistakes and setting new goals. Challenger Learning Center of Alaska 155 Smith Way, Suite 205 Soldotna, AK 99669 Y t Peat: Ladner --fain B obek tua Peterson Rene Azzara �, �. . e Tarr -y°l. Biggs Amp DeVito Dennis Steffy �€ Dahlgren Lori Perry Kathleen Tarr C61ette Thompson John WDoug Her Project Coordinator Carol Freas C'fty Clerk City of Kenai a 200 21 o Fidalgo Ave, Suit Kenai AK 99611 USA 32 �t Please return this address label to the above adaresi when reauesnn a name and address corrections. We keep you informed - 1-1 Rucinpcc Now J / months ubli, ro aced Political Events =— — j�� s --s �--� Greater Sold otna t.ornmunity issues 10.............Issue Chamber of .Commerce ovember 1997 The Board of Directors and staff would like to thank everyone who came out to support . rY pport our 3rd Annual Pie Auction. From the pie bakers to the pie buyers, the rize donators dinner p , attendees, and all of the many helpers, we couldn't have done it wit;oyou. ou. Contributors: Alaska Magazine, Alaska Railroad, Alaska RoadBuiiders, Inc.. Alas"a Wildland Adventu res, All -In -One Auto, Best Transit Mix, Best Western Barratt Inn, Birch R.'d e Golf Course Birch ch Tree Gallery, Blockbuster Video, Capt. Bligh's Beaver Creek Lodge & Guide Service Corporate Express, Deals Den B & B, ERA Aviation, First National Bank of Anchorage, Fitness Place, Frames & Things/Gallery West, Fred Meyer, Hawaiian Vacations High Adventure Air, Homer Electric Association, International Karate Assoc., Kenai Fords Tours , s, Lynden Transport, MACtel, Inc, Mailboxes, Etc., Major Marine Tours. Peninsula Crafters - . Co op, Peninsula Hellfighters, PTI Communications, R.J.'s Small Engine Repair, Riverside g p House, Roy Mullin Photography, Safeway, Sears, Skyline B & B, Ste han's -ool Rental & Sales, , Sweeney's Clothing, Tesoro, Alaska, Top of the World Restaurant, �.isse 's Fine Arts and Yute Air. Decoration Committee: Sammie Cole, Diana Spann and Teresa & Tyler West. p Y Auctioneer: Norm Blakeley and his assistants, Bob Sizemore, Mike Sweeney Rik Buc and Y Michelle Glaves; Teresa Gamble and Donna Buc for their assistance at Y the ticket table, the Soldotna Senior Center fcr catering a delicious meal, the SoHi Women's Basketball team & Coach for serving, waitina on, and cleaning up the tables and We & Dave for the entertainment. NOTE: The Pie -in -the -face sold for S330 this year. Watch the Clar: c n to see who the luck y(?) recipient is! THE + OLLOWING �°AEIIABERS RENEWED 711EiR ,1EMBERSHIP DURING j HE "a.1ONTH OF N^ Cr7 .� LBER Alaskan Fishing Adventures Representative Gail Phillips Joe Wackier I Boys & Girls Club of } R.W.'s Fishing g & ----• Ke .�i River Guides Association i 5 the Kenai Peninsula Sportsman Condos Lancaster I Enterprises ; Clearwater Air, Inc. Doors & Windows Unlimited Inc. Riddle's Guided Fishing & Lodge Riverside� 4 Mike Taurianen, P.E. Auto Supply, Inc.lnc , i ; ._.v �Englander on the Kenai �i Eagle's Nest Bed `N Breakfas Shine-Brite janitorial =acific Alaska Forwarders ERA Aviation, Inc. The Sports Den F=ninsula Home Health Care j Unocal Alaska Resources f Please plan on joining us for Chamber Luncheon on Tuesday, NOVEMBER 4, to meet the Chamber Board of Directors Candidates. There will be three vacant seats to be filled. This year we have seven people interested in these seats. On NOVEMBER 14 we will be mailing out ballots. Please take a minute to vote for the folks that you feel would best serve the Chamber membership. :...E'= is the owner of Alaska Trading Company. Norm settled in Kenai in 1975 and moved to Soldotna in 1979. Norm was appointed to fill a cne year seat and then was elected to the two year term that ends this year. He has been an active board member serving on several committees and assisting with many events, and when we need a good auctioneer, Norm steps up to the microphone. Norm is running for a board seat again because, "Over the past couple of years the Board has taken a new direction and I would like to continue to be a part of that.' the owner of Nordic Trading & Loan. Rod, has lived in Alaska for 25 v years and in Soldotna for 16 of those years. Rod would like to serve on the Board of Directors because. 1 would like to have the opportunity tc give bacK to the community inkind as it has given to me. I also fee! that I would be an asset to the Chamber with the business knowledge and experience that I could bring to the table." is the Sales Manager at K-WAVE/KPEN/KGTL Radio. He has lived in Alaska fcr 28 years and moved to Soldotna from Dutch Harbor 6 years ago with his wife and daughter. Terry sees Soldotna as the heart of the peninsula and believes that we will play a vital rcie in the future of the Kenai Peninsula. Terry is unninc: a Guard posiL�on bccausc. am Mteresterl in becoming more involved in our community." MICHELLE GLAVES is the Advertising Director at the Peninsula Clarion. She has lived in Soldotna since she moved to Alaska 15 years ago. Michelle was appointed to a 1 year seat on the Board and would like to run for a 3 year elected seat because, "I have enjoyed the past year of service to the board and beiieve I can contribute to the Soldotna Chamber ,.-Df Commerce. I am proud of Soldotna and work .o put forth that attitude." has lived in the Soldotna area for 23 years. He is the owner of Four D Carpet One. Dan is very :-rive in the community, he supports Peninsula 'Hinter Games, Habitat for Humanity and the Soldotna Chamber, just to name a few. He I^a.s instructed High School students in interior Design and is also a member in the Soldotna EIYs club. Dan says he would like to serve on the Bcard because "I have more time now to become in%: jived." AR ;; irZ�U was appointed and served on a 1 year seat i� ' 996. She would like to be elected to a 3 year Seat. Barbara has lived in Alaska all of her ii=e and in Soldotna for 24 years. Barbara has been iodge owner, a school teacher, worked it -adio and advertising and is presently the owne- of Superstructures, Inc. and Ruckman InvestrT-, ^ts. She was active as a board member anc -emained active as a chamber member by headi; : pup committees and promoting various events. B -oars says that she is running because, i6my heap. and businesses are in Soldotna." 1 . = �1 is :~ e. District Manager for MACtel Cellular Systems a d was appointed to fill a vacant seat last year and is running for a three year term because ne "has thoroughly enjoyed being on une board id looks tcrwara to being more involved in t. Soldotna community." Dian, served on severe: mmittees last ear and is also active in the Kena- rotary and the Peninsula Winter Games. -� Alaska Creative Vacations Executive One, Alaska Becky Vandehy Valerie Cooper HC 1 Box 157H 1351 Huffman Road, 2E Soldotna, AK 99669 Anchorage, AK 99515 262-5665 345-8000 SHOP � o ATE '"=REE DAYS, On December 20 and January 3, from 1:30pm to 4:00 the Soldotna Chamber Merchants Committee will be hosting free skate days at Alaska's Great Skate. Participating merchants will purchase packets of tickets to give to customers so that they can shop while their children skate for free. Merchants will be listed in all Skate & Shop promotional materials. If you are interested in participating, give us a call and we'll fill you in on the details. STUDENTS HONORED The September Students of the Month were; Cory Bixby of Skyview High School and Eric Soderquist of Soldotna High School. The October Students of the Month were; David Knight of Skyview High School, Clinton Carrol & Joel Todd of Soldotna High School and David and Eric Newby of Soldotna Middle School. The Soldotna Chamber feels that these exceptional students deserve special recognition. On the third luncheon of the month they are presented with a certificate and a meal. We would like to thank the Bank of America for continuing to sponsor this program. ,COK 7 In an effort to encourage peope to "Buy Local Today", the Soldotna Cr;arnber merchants committee is sponsoring a "Decorate the Tree" promotional drawing. Make sure you check out the e^closed insert for details on how you can parL;cipate in this great holiday promotional' opportunity. s GO M E 'TO A WORKSHOP'. .�//�//. //■I■�.N. /.�..�.. Nam. •..�.N...... �.�..�.N..N.NN..�.Y.•■�NN.�.......N�.. Alaska State Parks wig host a community workshop to uodate ■ the Statewide Comprehensive Outd= Recreation Plan (SCORP). This plan provides comrnunr�es and agencies .... !T. y " Is information about Alaskans' outdoor reor preferences. It also keeps Alaska eligible for some reoeral funds for me reation projects. Please come and tell us your thoughts ar. outdoor recreation, access, and facilities ---what you like arc what to imorove. Mere Wil be light refres meats �,011cl Wednesday evening, November 6, : C97. 7:00pm-9:00pm. wH. .E.: Kenai Peninsula 8oro Assembly Dia .�e-s i 144 N. Enxlsv), For more information, contact Ali l4 f, 21,.E9-00'0699 (Anchorage►; ax 269-8907. a-maii Alice iiiff@d,-v s1Q: aK.us t Tacklebuster Halibut Charters Weldon or Michael Chivers PO Box 2835 Kenai, AK 99611 283-5155 tr,H To the following folks for sponsoring lunches for the 1997 Alaska Jr. Miss Scholarship contestants at the October 21 Chamber Luncheon: John Torgerson, Bob Sizemore, Linda Kuiper, Mike Sweeney, Diana Spann, Michelle Glaves, Clyde Johnson and Sammie Cole. �!E_C0ME MARE We would like to welcome Marge Peckham to the Soldotna Chamber staff. Most of you already know Marge from the Visitor Center where she has worked summers since 1992. If you haven't already met her, stop in and say Hi. MTJON On November 5, both theSoldotna & Kenai bers will be hosting the Alaska State ::umber Executive Committ ee. They will be meeting in all day and then the Kenai Chamber will be hosting a reception for them at the Kenai 11 Visitor & Convention cure u. Qfter that, they will return to Soldotna. for dinner. The 1998 Travel Fair is to ce geld on February 2- 5. If you would like information on how to pa-tcipate or a schedule of other Trade Shows & Workshops for the year, you can come by the Chamber office and we wou;a be happy to supply you with the information. :r.■ �.. _ .. ��.�....^ 1 4 i ...1 �...._ PIN I ... , _ _ j Presented by the Alaska Hu-mla'nities Forum, is to be held on November 21 & 22, and viiii c ve Alaskans a unique opportunity to participate in a mayor ^I:c;:c colicy conference on the Alaska Permanent tuna. le ccn�e'e; ice w�ii maple Alaskans to closely examine the histor✓. c:;rpose and future of their $23 billion ;inheritance. The ccin=e-a;-�ce wiil be held at Anchoraae:s 4th Avenue 1 heatre anc :s r -e o- charge, however, you must register by November 1==. -egister, contact Logistics at (907)276-6060. 1A0Vit=la"ABED CHAMBER L.0NCNt N CC Irk TUEr3DAY @ NOON, RIVIFRS.OIDE -SOUSE November 4 Meet our Candidates Luncheon November 11 Julie Hildebrand, Make -a -Wish Foundation November 18 John Dahlgren, Superintendent of schools November 25 Thelma Jackson, Deputy Director, State Division of Insurance Commission Zeatez &44aw�eoz 4 6imawwx 447190 .S&� q".. � . ,= < 99665; BULK RATE U.S. Postage PAID Permit No 5 i I Soldotna, AK 99669 Mayor John Williams City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Kenai AK 99611 Printed courtesy of The Copyworks, 405 Overland Street, Suite #102, Kenai Alaska 99669, 283-6503 President Ken Lancaster Jr. Lancaster Enterprises 262-4591 Vice President Mike Sweeney Sweene 's Clothing Y 9 262-5916 Sec/Treasurer Bob Sizemore Bank of America 283-3369 Past President Sammie Cole Southcentral Title 262-4494 Norman Blakeley Alaska Trading Y Corn;Dan 262-6100 Richard Brown Soldotna Historical Society262-9322 Rik Bucy Fred Meyer 260-2200 Michele Glaves Peninsula Clarion 283-7551 Clyde Johnson Kenai Peninsula Borough 283-3335 Linda Kuiper TransAlaska Title 262-5708 Linda Parker Kenai Peninsula Food Bank 262-3111 Diana Spann MACtel Cellular Systems 262-3500 Executive Director Justine Polzin Soldotna Chamber 262-9814 Office Assistant Randi Smith Fax .............................................. 262-3566 E-Mail: solchmbr@ptialaska.net (donatedPTI Communications) Web Page: www.ptialaska.net/—solchmbr/ Situday 2 BINGO 2 & 7PM C & C CENTER (at the "Y") 9 BINGO 2 & 71'M C&CCENTER (at the "Y") (bINGO 2 & 7PM C & C CENTER 2-131NG0 2 & 71'M C & C CENTER (at the "Y") 3(bINGO 2 & 7PM C & C CENTER (at the "Y") I3 17 24 lllondny Tuesday CH MBER LUNCHED 4 MEET OUR CANDIDATES Veterans Day CHAMBER LUNCHEON: JULIE HILDBRAND MAKE -A -WISH FOUNDATION CHAMBER LUNCHEON: JOHN DAIIIoGREN sUPERINrENDENr OF SCHOOLS CHAMBER LUNCHEON: THELMA JACKSON DEPUTY DIRECTOR STATE DIV. OF INS. IBER EVENTS INCLU teas Comes to Kenai & E e xnai Arts Guild Craft Fa i if in vp A r; nmMTTm1rTV rV1PrtT TO A nD TO TTTI' rr a ADDITONAL NOVE NOVEMBER 28 Christ NOVEL BER 28 & 29 Wednesday 5 BINGO 7PM C & C CENTER (at the "Y") SCORP Mtg- 7-9prn Borough Chambers 269-8699 for info BINGO 7PM C & C CENTER (at the "Y") Soldotna City Council 7:30prn 19 BINGO 7PM C & C CENTER (at the "Y") BINGO 71'M C & C CENTER Soldotna City Council 7:30pm Scholarship Application Deadline IE: -ctric Light Parade - Fire Feld at KCHS - 283- i rT*Tn y',P,> Thursday Friday Saturday 1 G 7 8 Soldotna Senior Center Soldotna Senior Center Annual Fall Bazaar Annual Fall Bazaar 10-Spm 10-5pm 262-2322 for info. 262-2322 for info. BOARD MEETING 15 .13 NOON SOLDOTNA SENIOR CENTER Deadline to participate in Tree Promo 20 21 22 Principles & Interests Principles & Interests Permanent Fcind Permanent Fund Public Public Policy Meeting Policy Meeting 276-6060 to register 276-6060 to register HA HAPPY 2 .: �USGIVINGI Z 8 NO SCHOOL - �� -- - - - - SOLIOT TREE 29 Lic c CHAMBER OFFICE • - CELE19 ON Held; at' CES- M CLOSED vorks, Santa, Bonfire, Pa ade 283-7989 for info. D17 for info. .. -.�� . rnT T%nr"T1i r""TjrWrAr1M 1P nic" r"n1%If"r1Pi'1r 'M') npI A Alaska Departtrtent of Revenue income and Excise Audit Oivisjott PO Box 11042D Juneau, Alaska 99811-0420 } Telephone (907) 465-2320 ORGANIZATION INFORMATION State of Alaska 1998 Gaming Permit Application AS 05.15.020 Federal EN _ Permit Number 92-0006595 Name 97-0132 Alaska/HE Moose ..:. Teiepttone Number n-961-7-159 Ntding Address Feu Nurttber: 4909 Roger dr _..,. :� .__ ...... , ,`... .. 561(907)'-3039 ... ..... _ . state zip code _ ... E-md Address Anchorage"` Alaska 199507-1336 _nW15 EW (MGANQATION (check one boot. For definition see AS 05.15.690) ❑ Chadt we ❑ Fisttirtg Derby Aston ❑Nonprofit Trade As n ❑ Religious ❑ Civic or Service Fraternal ❑Outboard Motor Association ❑ yeti ❑ Dog Hustlers association ❑ i.abor ❑ Police or Fire DepwVnent ❑ M/Native Village ❑ Educational ❑ Murddzft ❑ Political --- - Is vn�wn�cv sw - ❑0orpotation ❑ pal tershipAssociation TYPE OF GAMES (check all games that you will conduct. For definitions we AS os-t asmi Bingo e PW- Aes A Lotteries F I -Tabs ❑ Contest of skills ❑ Dog Musher's Contest ❑ Fish Derbies ❑ Snow Machine Classic ❑ Rain Classic ❑ Other . �.__.vmw . V MW...WA %'%W ..,{ vmwA,, RwSt be aya memoers of the organization, or an employee of the municipality, and designated by the 0!'llaniZ�'l'ti6n. Membem my rot ha linamari ne an nnsrotw uftru4.. ~ -A - .__j_ Primary Member Name Alternate Member Name Frank K. Mar uiss Richard Greseth - Social Security Number Daydme Telephone Number Social security Number Daytime Telephone Number 917-21 L— — 7 19 9 ZL77-468--i6392 MaWV Address Mailing Address 0 4909 Roger dr. P 0� Box 70 - City, State and Tip Code . City, state and Zlp Code Anchorage, Alaska 995-7-1336 Petersburg, Alaska 99833 ' Has the primary member takers and passed the test? Yes ❑ No Has the attsmate member takers and passed the test? ® Yes ❑ No Permit number under which the test was taken. 0.3Permit number under which the test was taken. f=QC dull IIWNa ratQ-T SE ANSWEPM. (see instttrcdons) - C7 Yes No Has any member of management or any person who is responsible for gaming activities ever been convicted of a felony, extortion. . or a violation of a law or ordinance of this stale or another jurisdiction that is a crime involving theft a dcshonesty or a violation of gambling taws? ❑ Yes WNo Does any member of management or any person who is responsible for gaming acxivities have a prohibited financial interest as defined by 15 AAC 160.955? We dedare under penalty of unswarn fals►&wdon Vw we have examined Visa FhcaW n, kWudng any auadwm4 and 0XV to ire best of our krwWsdge and hAGAf It le MIA ZM #-fW"n/etA WA •- - Pnm viIIVI.I/IW0VI/ a YII, x��yr Printed Name WWWAV3,74" SiSVU7191 aeo /�'!./� sS law. Oats /c� 3 0.�Printed oats i' Pr dent a Presidents• s � ) � Name MdkV Address' �w ry esident or Vcq President 0 oC � �.. ems• �;��. 3 �.5��. Daytime Telephone g-W••+••• `W %01+4CM.O1+ uJU NWlaue Mx ano enclose the Correct amount. The permit fee is based on 1997 estimated gross receipts. Juke dtecks payable to the State of Alaska $0 - $20.000 or new permit ...... ..»......=O ❑ $20,001 • $100,000...............».$50 $100.001 or more ................. $100 I I. . %w, vvP�. Y.awN vie VaNy ` S , . All PerniNtees NowPen"Ittees .;• PMO: ❑ Membership List ❑ Documentation for 3 years ❑ IRS Certificate or tax exempt letter ❑ PWC & A AC Test ❑ Articles of inoorpoca -on or bylaws ❑ Separate bank account See instructions for mandatory attachments. 04-M (reamed &97) front A copy of this application must be sent to all applicable municipalities and boroughs. 1998 Gaming Permit Application OrgaNrdtion Name Federal EIN Pa is Number Alaska/Hawaii Moose Assoc. 92-0006595 Q 7 — Gam Type (use for oocnplO*V lni«rnadon below.) ' VCws Deep Freeze Clas4cs Goose .__ . RaceClassics Dog s Gonteei Ice Rain Classics Oo9 Sweepstakes King Salmon Salmon Classics Fish Derbies Mercury Classics Snow Machine Classics Canned Salmon Classics ACtiVITESS CONDUCTED BY ORQANMTM Ficilitty Nam Loc:atiron Game Type. .: . _..._ _.. .. _... _ . !s Faadty L oyal Order of Moose 4211 Arctic_ Blvd Raf f l e & Pull - - ^0 1' �� ; im" �' #1534 Anchorage, Alaska Pull . Tabs _ ' C� Donated ,r,. ownw Loyal Order of Moose -15 FrAM St. Raffles & 0 Leased #1092 Petersburg Ak . Pull Tabs. Q Donated Loyal Order of Moose 801 Water S t Raffle & °"R'� #1206 . Craig,Alaska Pull Tabs Q Leased .z Q donated Loyal Order of Moose 8335 Ainport Wa P y Raf f•lesi--& 8 Owned #700 Juneau, Alaska Pull Tabs Q�' Q Donated Loyal Order of Moose 12853 Spur Hwy. � Raffles & �O'""� Q Lowed#1942 - Kenai A k . Pull Tabs 0 Donated Loyal Order of Moose 1136 S Cobb St. Raffles & Q owned #793 Palmer, , Ak . Pull Tabs Q Leased . " . Q Donated ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY VENDOR (lxAkabs are the only games a vendor can conduct) Veerxfor r arm► Ise nwsr to gnadmd_ Name of Vendor Physical Location txn . Vendor Number ACnVff= CONDUCTED BY OPERATOR Name of Operator PhYsica' �xcation . Game Type(s) Operator's License Number ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MULTIPLE -BENEFICIARY PERM TTEr: Name of MBP PhyskaJ Loatiort Game Type(s) MBP Number DEDICATION OF NET PROCEEDS. The organi don,rruwst plan to use the net Proceeds from gaming activities for political, , civic, Public, charitable, patriotic or reygious uses in Alaska, (Sees and magons1for specific rules.) In the Provided. tell how your zaton intends to use the net proceeds from activities. @9 Scholarships, Various Charities and ' famllys in need as they come. to our notice o i various charity list S', 0"26 (revises M7) back - ALASKA HAWAII MOOSE ASSOCIATION FRANK K. MARQUISS, SECRETARY 4909 ROGER DRIVE - - - ANCHORAGE, ALASKA 99507 Activites conducted by org. Loyal .Order of Moose #224 1245 Tongas Av. Raffles & Owned P.O. Box 5224 Pull Tabs Ketchikan, Ak.99901-0224 Loyal Order of Moose #911 P.O. Box 1228 Delta -Junction, Ak. 9973 7-1228 yal Order of Moose #1266 P.O. Box 609 Cordova Ak. 99574-0609 Loyal Order of Moose #306 3 00 S Santa Claus Lane North Pole, Ak. 99705-7705 Loyal Order of Moose # 13 50 337 Lincoln st. Sitka, Ak. 9983 5-7546 2622 Texas Av. 514 Second Av. Raf f les & 5Owndd Pull Tabs Raf f les & ;.-) Owned Pull Tabs Raffles & 300 S. Santa Claus Lane Pull Tabs 337 Lincoln Raffles & Owned Pull Tabs Loyal Order of Moose #1392 Raf f les & Owned 98 1Oth Ave. 9 98 10th Av. Pull Tabs Fairbanks, Ak.99701-5003 Alaska De-parvment of Revenue liv=ne and Excise Audit Division PO Box 110420 Juneau. Alaska 99811-0420 Telephone (907) 465-2320 ORGANIZATION INFORMATION State of Alaska 1998 Gaming Permit Appli AS 05.1 5.020 L I V C V NOV � 1997 0 ion Nii KENAI CITY CL a 1 Federal EI N p Number 92-0069306 9"0509 Organ:=on Name t ^ Women .s Resource & Crisis Center Telephone Number -Al NlaJing Address Fax Number 325 S. Spruce Street (907) 283-5844 City Staze T* Code E-mal Address Kenai AK 199611 NIA TYPE OF ORGANIZATION (check one box. For definition see AS 05.15.690) Charitable Q Fishing Derby Association Q Nonprofit Trade Associarion Q Religious Q Civic or Service Q Fraternal Q Outboard Motor Assocation Q veterans Q Dog Mushem Association Q Labor Q Police or Fire Departrnent IPA/Native Village Q Educanonal Q Municioality Q Political ORGANIZED AS Corporation Q Pamershto Q Association TYPE OF GAMES (check ail games that you will conduct. For definitions see AS 05.15.690) Q Bingo Q Raffles & Lotteries )M Pull -Tabs Q Contest of Skills Q ON Masher's Contest Q Fish 0emies Q Snow Machine Classic Q Rain Classic Q Omer PERSONS IN CiiARGE OF GAMES. Pei so s must be acave members of the organization, or an employee of the municipality, and designated by the organization. Members may not be licensed as an ooeramr. vendor_ or emolovee of a vendor_ Primary Member Name Alternate Member Name Brenda G . Wief f ering Kathryn A. Tomrdl e Social Security Number Daytime Telephone Number Social Security Numoer Daytime Telephone Number 019-38-7564 (907) 283-9479 542-58-3967 _ _ (90 ;') 293-9479 Mailing Address Mailing Address 719 Svcamore Street PO Box 698 City. State and Tip Code City. State and Zp Code Kenai AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Has the primary member taken and passed the test? M Yes Q No Has the alternate member taken and passed the test? Yes Q No Permit number under which the test was taken. Permit number under which the test was taken. 9 7 0 5 0 9 THESE QUESMONS MUST BE ANSWERED. (see instructions) Q Yes No Has any member of management or any person who is responsible for gaming activities ever been owActed of a felony, extortion. or a violation of a law or onfetance of this state or another *sdic:ion that is a crane invdving theft or dishonesty or a violation of ga"*n9 WM? Q Yes No Does any member of lament or any person who is responsible for gaining activities have a protibited financial interest as defined by 15 AAC 160.955? We dedare under parraliy of unswiorn fsii.7/ J1 Thai We have examined this aFplic oon, irdudinfg any -cadrrnw7t; and Ow l0 the best of our kwW ead w and HaGaf 11 ie I is OrW4 rVVnrdme U/e - - —. A-.— �_— - -- ---•- - - - - - - - — - - -- • - - - • - - - - Pdmary N! ber Si9nanre Printed Name Oate - C Brenda G . Wief f erina President or Vice President (see t isr Ptfnted Name Date " June Harris Mailing Address of President or Vice President Daytime Telephone 520 Pine Ave., Kenai, AK 99611 - (907) 283-1946 For Depart> ent Use Orly - All Permitrees New Pernrfttees Membership List Q Oocurnentabon for 3 years Q IRS Certificate or tax exempt letter PMIC & AMIC Test Q Articles of incorporation or bytaws Q Separate bank account See instruedons toy mandatory attachments. 04-M (revises &97) front A copy of this application must be seat to all applicable municipalities and boroughs. 1998 Gaming Permit Application OrganttZation Name Federal EiN Pertntt Number Women' s Resource & Crisis Center 92-0069306 970509 Liam Type (use for ccxnpleting liforr:tation below.) Bingo OeM Freeze Cassics Goose Classics Race Classics RaMes Dog Mushees Contest toe Classics Rain Classics Puff -Tabs Dog Mulling Sweeps=es iQng Salmon Gyassics Salmon Classics Contest of Sidles Fish Oerbies Memory Classics Snow Machine C!assics Canned Salmon CLassi s ACTrAM CONDUCTED BY ORGAN EUMON FadW Name Ptiystcal Location Came Type Is Facility O Owned The Getaway,35553 Spur Htj . , Soldotna AK 99669 Pull Tabs p 1 Leased 0 Donated a owned The Game Roam, 610 Attla Way r Kenai AK 9 961 1 Pull -Tabs Leased Q acated a Owned • • a Leased z 0 Co=ed 0 Cwned Leased Donated Q Owned Q Leased �. Donated owned Leased • 0 +COcsated ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY VENDOR (pull -tabs are the ortty games a vendor can corKk=) Vendor r ' and toe must ba attested. Name of Vendor Physics! Loca* rt Vendor Number ACTIVTTMS CONDUCTED BY OPERATOR Name of Operator Physical '.vocation Game Type(s) Operators License Number ACTIMES CONDUCTED BY MULTiPLF-BENEF3ARY PERMf" M Name of MBP Physical Location Game Type(s) MBP Nurrnoer ICATiON OF NET PROCEEDS. The organ. .an must plan to use the net proceeds from gaming activities for =*bcal, ftXmMionai, civic, public. charitable odc or rskjious uses in Alaska. (See szam ites and regulations for specific nAees.) In the space provided, tel how Your organization intends to use the net from activities. e All proceeds from Pull -tab sales are used for client services. 04-826 (reme LS/97) bade Sheet1 Jack Brown Lisa Parker Karen Kester Chief Billy Harris Chief Dave Burnett Duane Bannock Emily H. DeForest Linda McNair Scott Walden Jason Elson Dan Morris Mavis Blazy Kris Green Lisa Atchley John Mills Jackie Imle Nicole Sheldon Debbie Kendrick Renee Henderson Richard Bartolowits Bob Sizemore Claudette Johnson Sandra Ghormly Blaine Gilman Joe Moore Lillian Lackey Mary Duby Nancy Eoff Brenda Bryant Linda Frison Terri Minnamon Melissa Payne Erin Lawton Bill Thompson Mary Stenga Paul and Lisa Turner Rick Ross Hank Overturf PO Box 1310 144 Binkley Street PO Box 3422 PO Box 732 PO Box 1131 1105 1 st Street PO Box 1326 PO Box 1984 105 S. Willow PO Box 2712 107 S. Willow Street PO Box 758 1623 Fathom 1102 Channel Way PO Box 260 714 Cypress 1103 Kaknu #3 379 Vine PO Box 548 PO Box 227 PO Box 3649 PO Box 851 PO Box 5280 150 N. Willow, Suite 33 189 S. Binkley, #201 PO Box 1887 606 Ponderosa PO Box 2049 925 Ames 36835 Chinulna Drive 353 Banner Lane PO Box 1171 PO Box 4216 PO Box 661 PO Box 3563 PO Box 270 145 Nevada Place 44954 Carver Drive Kenai, AK 99611 Soldotna, AK 99669 Kenai, AK 99611 Sterling, AK 99672 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Soldotna, AK 99669 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kasilof, AK 99610 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Soldotna, AK 99669 Kenai, AK 99611 Clam Gulch, AK 99568 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Soldotna, AK 99669 Soldotna, AK 99669 Kenai, AK 99611 Soldotna, AK 99669 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Soldotna, AK 99669 Soldotna, AK 99669 Soldotna, AK 99669 Kasilof, AK 99610 Soldotna, AK 99669 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Kenai, AK 99611 Page 1 KENAI RIVER SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES Thursday, October 16, 1997 Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly Chambers I. CALL TO ORDER President Ellis called the meeting to order at 7: 00 . m. He welcomed the P newly appointed members to the Board. A. Roll Call: Members Present: Duane Harp, Robin West, Ben Ellis, Peggy Mullen Jeff King, Les Buchholz, Ted Wellman, Joe Moore, Terry Bendock, Brannon Ames Chris Degernes, Lance Trasky Members Absent: Jim H Richardson, Tom Knock, Stuart Osgood, Pat Dixon,g Ken Lancaster B. Approval of Minutes September 17. 1997: Hearing no objections, the minutes wee a r proved by acclamation. C. Agenda Chan es and Approval: Agenda changes were noted on the new agenda provided prior to the meeting. Ellis added under New Business D) By -Laws review. II. PUBLIC C 0 NT - None III. NEW BUSINESS A. Boat Wake St_ ud Proposal for 1998 =Joe Dorava. USGS : Joe Dorava would like to continue the boat wake study. He cannot work without y a funding agreement and needs a funding commitment prior to the summer season. He noted the State is requesting $60,000 in the CIP process but that would not be available until July u y 1, 1998. He gave an overview of the work done in his stud last . Now he would like Y year. e to analyze the data he collected. He believed that the study should collect data for more tha n one year. He would like to document measurements in terms of the number of boats on the river and the amount of erosion at each site. He also would like to do more detailed experiments pe invents regarding the effects of boat types and size, passenger loads and the effect of the dis tance Kenai River Special Management Area September 16 1997 Advisory Board Minutes Page 1 of a boat from the bank. He felt the information could assist Fish & Game and Parks in management decisions. Mr. Dorava stated the total study would require $80,000. He has requested $20,000 from the Kenai River Sportfishing Association. He stated there is an opportunity that USGS can commit $35,000 to match the state funds but noted it could not be held until July 1. Wellman was concerned about the specific procedures for the study. He worried that the study may not address problems adequately and be susceptible to legal challenges if the Board tries to make recommendations without all the information. He desired to have the scope of Dorava's work defined. Trasky joined the meeting at 7:20 p.m. Mr. Dorava stated he would measure the maximum height of wakes generated by boats as well as the erosive power of that wake. He would perform one operating condition at least 10 times to get an idea of the variability of the wake and would measure its impact at the bank by the amount of sediment removed by the wake. He noted the current study only did two boat passes for each condition. He stated he would furnish a detail of his proposal by next week. Buchholz inquired how the 319 grants (Non Point Source Pollution funds) would blend into his study. Mr. Dorava stated he has a grant application in but has not heard whether or not is was granted. Mr. Dorava stated he will spend time with the guide associations to determine what sites he will use. He commented that their main concern was that sites may be targeted that are vulnerable to boat activity and that there are a lot of other sites on the river not as affected by boat activity. His proposal will spell out the particular sites selected. Mr. Dorava wanted to study ten sites, three of which would be in non -motorized areas. Moore questioned what the study would accomplish. Mr. Dorava stated the study would quantify erosion caused by certain boats and motor types or operating practices. Ellis believed the study would provide data without any rationalization of good or bad. The Board could take the information and make evaluations and judgements from them. Trasky would like to know what was causing the erosion in areas where there is rapid erosion. As a result of the study, he may discover where boat wakes are probable causes of erosion. He believed the study would try to find a way to quantify the problem and mitigate the effects of boat wakes on sites. Mullen suggested he solicit help from homeowners along the river to participate n the study by collecting data. Mr. Dorava stated he would welcome any individual's help. Mr. Dorava noted the $15,000 shortfall would fill in the blank for the 1997 data to be analyzed. He is currently pursuing some funding sources. He commented that $80,000 Kenai River Special Management Area September 16, 1997 Advisory Board Minutes Page 2 would fund the data collections and analysis. He wanted the e study to be good for the river and the advisory board. Harp wanted the Board to have something in writing ' . g g but believed the Board should support the idea of the study. PP ACTION TAKEN; HARP MADE A MOTION TO ATE A LETTER OF SUPPORT AND SEND IT TO THE VARIOUS AGENCIES WHERE MR. DORAVA HAS REQUESTED NZ FUNDING. ULLEN SECONDED Wellman had no problem with conceptually endorsing • P Y g the study, however, he didn't want a study done that did not do what it needed to do. Bendock desired to see the study plan before committing to anything. He felt he supported the concept of the study. Ellis asked if the timing would be critical. Mr. Dorava appreciated the conceptual support and stated there were no immediate deadlines for the matchin g funds. He stated he would send the names and addresses of the agencies he has approached • proposal. g pp d along with his detailed MOTION WAS TABLED UNTIL, NEXT MEETING NOV��VIBER 20, 1997. B. Water Ouality Monitoring Coalition = Michelle Brown - . The Nature Conservancy. Michelle Brown, spoke regarding the Kenai River water ' quality monitoring program. William Ashton was hired to facilitate the program framework. • . P g ework. The program is designed to work With the agencies. The working group consists of: Mik e Swan, Ben Ellis, Joe Dorava, Deidre St. Louis, Ginny Litchfield, Les Buchholz VickDavis, y DaviPhil North, Robert Ruffner, Bob Shavelson, Charles Quarre, Glenda Landau, Fandre, and David Wortenby. In their first meeting, they used the new Kenai River Comp,• Plan as a basis for their work. They plan to work through the winter and have comments' ready for public review in February. The next meeting will be November 11. Ellis thanked Ms. Brown for the work of the program an . p g d appreciated that the comprehensive plan was being used as a benchmark for their ro p gram. Bendock asked her to consider involvingthe school district ct in the program. He noted the Adopt -A -Stream Program. Duane H requested that th �'P q e Cooper Landing School also be contacted. C. American Heritage Rivers Initiative: Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes September 16, 1997 Page 3 Ellis reported on the work session regarding the initiative which was basicallya fact finding session on to learn more about it. Degernes noted that the President Clinton's Executive Order was in the packet. Harp stated he read about the program. He expressed concern that another designation to protect the river might create some confusion with other groups alreadyworking for the g river. He has heard concern from other river users that it would not be worth the effort. Mullen believed a federal staff person would help to coordinate federal activities on the river and gain access to grant money that the Board may not know about. She ro hoped the ram P program could move beyond the skepticism and move forward to work for the river. Wellman saw nothing objectionable in the Executive Order. He did not believe we would get a full-time person just for the Kenai River. However, he believed the has some program potential good and deserves study. If a detailed study indicates it is worth it then we should do it. ' Ames agreed that the Board needed time to look at the program. From what he has learned about it, it seemed tailor made for the Kenai River. He noted there will always be Y reluctance when involving the federal government. The River Navigator would be a direct liaison to the federal initiative grant program. He felt some communityshould take a lead with the and would support any group that did. Ellis recalled that a few years ago, some money from NOAA could have been earmarked for Kenai River habitat, but no one knew about it. By the time the Board found that it was available, the money was unfortunately distributed to another project. He felt if the Kenai River'were given the American Heritage designation, then preference would be given to the river for future grants. Moore stated he searched for information regarding the American ro Heritage Rivers ram P g and could only find information from their office which, of course, was positive. He would like some information from the other side. Ames stated that land rights groups are against it. He noted that most of the opposition information he found was along partisan Republican lines. Trasky stated the material he read appeared to be mostly symbolic. From a Fish & Game perspective, the federal government won't be getting anything that they don't already have. Furthermore, he noted that if the designation gave an edge on federal rants, then it could _. g be beneficial. An American Heritage Rivers Committee was formed as follows: Wellman(chair),Mullen Ames, and Degernes. D. B -Law Review: Kenai River Special Management Area September 16, 1997 Advisory Board Minutes Page 4 Ellis commented that it was healthy to review the By -Laws periodically. He would like t , P Y o review the term expiration dates and the length of terms. With the way P the Board operates he felt that the terms expired in midstream with the Januarydate. He also felt the length ength of term should be reviewed to maintain continuity to help carry through the implementation of the plan. g p ACTION TAKEN: DEGERNES MOVED TO AMEND TIC BY-LAWS TO HAVE THE TERMS EXPIRE ON AUGUST 1 AND TO STAGGER THE LENGTH OF TERMS WITH 1-, 2- AND 3-YEAR TERMS. HARP SECONDED. Ellis wasn't ready to address the changes at this point and asked if there were any other r changes needed in the By -Laws. Wellman agreed and believed there are benefits gained by looking at the By -Laws in their entirety. Moore noted that the new members hadn't had the chance to review the By -Laws, MOTION WITHDRAWN. DEGERNES AND HARPWITHDREW THE MOTION. A committee was set up to review the By -Laws as follows: Ellis, Wellman De ernes. The � Deg ernes. will not meet until they hear the recommendations at the next meeting. Ellis ig instructed the Board to review the By -Laws. IV. OLD BUSINESS A. KenaiRiver CMP P�,r_ U date: Ellis has met with Kenai Chamber, Borough Planning Commission, and the Land Use Committee for the Borough Assembly regarding the plan. The Borough requested an g extension of the comment period and it was granted. Only the Borough was granted an extension as no other requests were received. So far the only entities to comment were the City of Kenai and the Kenai Peninsula Borough. The City of Soldotna has tabled their comments until after the draft comment period. Degernes suggested that the Board take the time to work with the Borough Assembly Y i members to educate them what is and what s not in the plan. A work session of the Borough's Land Use Committee has been scheduled for November 4 at 10:00 a.m. 9 Moore inquired if any local government had provided approval of the plan. Ellis stated he attended the Soldotna City Council meeting and was under the impression that they generally supported the plan even though there were some concerns. The City chose to withhold their vote of confidence until after the comment period because it was felt their areas of concern would be lessened. Wellman noted that most groups and entities have worked cooperatively to put the plan together. He believed the comment period was not a mechanism to weigh in positive or g Kenai River Special Management Area September 16, 1997 Advisory Board Minutes Page 5 negative support but to accept or make recommendations regarding P language specific lap ua a or concepts within the Plan. Ellis commented that this review period was one last round for suggestions to the 1 . gg pan, not one in which support was requested. Mullen suggested personally inviting each of the council members from Kenai and S 1 o dotna to the November 4 meeting with the Borough. She was encouraged b the 14 points . Y g submitted by the Borough Planning Dept. as it revealed that they read the plan and gave It some thought. B. Jet Ski Committee = October 1 Workshop: Degernes, Mullen and Richardson facilitated the jet ski workshop P g in Cooper Landing. The comments from the workshop are found in the lay down packet, and centered upon noise, , safety and environmental concerns, and suggestions for solutions. There was a general feeling that Kenai Lake should be a quieter lake. A distinction was made where the noise from planes occurs only during landing or takeoff and then disappears; however, the noise from jet skis persists the entire time the skis are in use. Conflicts between different user groups, discourteous users, the age of users, and environmental et impact from the use of ' P j skis were other concerns discussed. Also included in the lay down packet was a draft of recommendations the Committee made concerning the use of jet skis. The lake was separated into three special use areas each having their own particular restrictions to coincide with the general use of the area. To encourage compliance on a voluntary basis an educational program including kiosk displays and btochures would be needed. Trasky realized a lot of thought went into the recommendations; but felt due to the complexity of them, they would be difficult to enforce in the field. g De ernes agreed it g would be easier to ban or allow jet skis but felt this could be a compromise. This would P permit the noisier recreational user to use the middle of the lake and would still allow both ends to have the quieter sports. There was a general discussion regarding the differences in each of the special use areas. Wellman felt any option should be easily understood, and felt that this was far too proposal complicated for most people to understand, much less comply with. He felt the recommendations should be simplified. Mullen commented the committee would be meeting again in two weeks. She requested the q Board Members to get their suggestions in by then. The Jet Ski Committee will work on revising the recommendations for the November 20 meeting. The public will be notified . that this will be an issue discussed at that meeting. C. Commercial Operator Committee Report: Kenai River Special Management Area September 16, 1997 Advisory Board Minutes Page 6 King reported their first meeting was on October 6 which was a general round table . discussion. They will soon have some recommendations to brio forth to the Board. ard. ' Their goal is to come u with g p a more professional user group on the river. They supported random drug screening for all guides and aggressive prosecution b the District Atto rney orney for violators. King commented they were split regarding the fee structure and user fees. The group will have another meeting on November 3. Degernes requested their recommendations as soon as possible as Parks is currently . P y working on some regulatory changes. She believed the regulation packet should not o through • g g without their recommendations. If they were unable to develop recommendations within . P the short time frame, it was noted they could request an administrative order and then roll it into the next regulations packet. D. Operations Report: Fisler welcomed each of the new Board Members. She commented that staff is in the process of building a cabin at The Pillars so that the volunteer host will have a secure facility from which to work. She reported that Sterling Elementary is doing the Ado t-A- Stream Program at Moose River. They will be workingout in the ark taken P g measurements and working on bank stabilization. Ranger Berkhahn will be workingwith them. She announced that the Bings Landing campground is now underway, notin project y, g that this was one of the final accomplishments recommended from the 1986 Comprehensive Plan. She stated she has taken over the Kenai River Center ranger position recently vacated g P y by Lori Landstrom and that her replacement as Kenai River District Ranger 4zMould be hired by November 1. She noted she will continue to work with the Advisory Board. _ irY V e PUBLIC COMMENT None VI. ADJOURNMENT A. Board Comments: Degernes noted the letter from Elmer Bird and the Funny River Chamber of Commerce supporting the purchase of the River Ranch property and urging Parks to proceed with • .. g developing a public use facility. The people In the Funny River area do not want to wait for . Y a bridge to be completed before developing some recreational lands. Ames spoke again regarding the American Heritage Rivers initiative. He felt it was a good ro program and that some group should go for it. Harp welcomed the new Board Members. He requested to schedule a presentation regarding .. P g g the planned revision of the Chugach National Forest Plan. He stated the initial sco in for P g the Cooper Lake dam has begun and they will be doing environmental assessments and a watershed analysis of Cooper Creek. Kenai River Special Management Area September 16, 1997 Advisory Board Minutes Page 7 West commented on a number of projects in the Russian River area. They are restructuring the cable for the Russian River Ferry, redesigning the Sportsman's Lodge parking area, and working on some bank stabilization projects in Russian River. He announced on Saturday, October 18, the Refuge will host a pancake breakfast and will have family activities for National Wildlife Refuge Week. He invited everyone to attend. King commented that the City of Soldotna was taking testimony regarding the proposed Kenai River Center location. He would like for the Board to be involved. Ellis stated that Soldotna did hold a town hall meeting regarding the DOT site and it had been recommended as the new Kenai River Center. Don Gilman will head a committee addressing the is sue . Trasky updated the Board on the 309 Study. Over 50 matching grant projects were completed this season in conjunction with US Fish & Wildlife Service. He stated he had some information regarding the proposed brown bear critical habitat area if anyone wanted it. Buchholz stated he was glad that The Nature Conservancy intends to use the comprehensive plan as the basis for their water quality monitoring program. It is good to bring all the efforts under one umbrella. He stated that he would be the DEC representative for the Board now. Mullen spoke to the jet ski issue and requested comments as soon as possible. She stated they will try to simplify their recommendations. Moore thanked the Board for their hospitality and stated he looked forward to working with them. Bendock stated he was also happy to serve on the Board. He noted that even though he was retired Fish & Game staff, he will be representing the public. Ellis reported he helped to evaluate seven sites for the Habitat Protection program's Eagle Award. He noted the scope of the projects were fantastic and he still has more sites to evaluate. B. Date/Agenda of Next Meetin : The date for the next meeting will be November 20, 1997. Having no further business, President Ellis adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted: Earlene Reed, Recording Secretary Kenai River Special Management Area September 16, 1997 Advisory Board Minutes Page 8 NOV-19-97 WED 10:34 KENAI PEHN BORO CLERK FAX NO, 9072626515 Dq.pll Introduced by: 13y Date: Action: Final Action: Date: Vote: KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH RESOLUTION 97-079 Land Usc plannilig Committee October 28, 1997 Postpnned until 1 I / 18/9'7 Adopted as Amended November 18, 1997 6 Yfs, 3 No A RESOLUTION SL-PPORTLNG THE POSSIBLE ADOPTION OF THE KENAI RIVIER COMT HENSIVE MANAGEME.NT PLAN ViMREAS, Lhe Alaska Department of :Natural Resources has prepared and issued the final draft of the Kenai River Comprehensive Maaaaemcm Plan(The Pl •a Plan); and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Natural Rcsourc;es the . Commissioner, has informally extended the comment Period for the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly (the Assembly) until November 20, 1997; and WHEREAS, the Land Use Planning Committee of the Assembly - _ mbly has been charged with reviewing the Plan and making recommendations to the full Asse=.bl y with regards to its adoption by the State of Alaska; and 'VIM AS, it is dic intent of the Land Use PlanningCommittee and As..�mbly to receive public comment on the proposed Plan prior to making recon=endations to the Con=-ssioner with respect to its adoption; and WHEREAS, following public comment and a review of the flan by :tee • . _ L anti UDC P 1 aniune, Committee, �t is the Intent of the Assembly to forward anv commended revisions 10 to the Commissioner with a possible recommendation to � subject ad.oP t the PI suect to the revisions; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH: SECTION 1. That the Commissioner of Natural Resources is urged to adopt the Kenai River � P Comprehensive Management Plan with endorsements and cc sideration of the Kenai Peninsula Boroucrb. Assembly. SECTION 2. That the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly endorses the positions of the City of Kenai and UCID_A with rczard to the exclusion of the loWe: cur milu5 of the Kenai River. Kcnai Peninsula dorougyh, Alaska Resolution 97.079 Page l of 2 1DRAF21 SECTION 3. That the Commissioner develop a program to limit the number of guides on the Kenai River. SECTION 4_ "flat the Commissioner consider comments submitted' by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly Members, SECTIONS. That the Kenai Peninsula Dorou h Assembly y recommends the Kenai liver Comprehensive Management Plan be supportive of using Exxon Valdez fundirng to rehabilitate and improve existinb infrastructure facilities on the Kenai Rivera before using Exxon Valdez funds for purchasing private ro ert _ P F Y SECTION 6. That the Kenai Peninsula Borough ' 0 ough Assembly supports eliminating any reference to "a Critical . Habitat Area" being designstcd in the Middle River until further he f anllbS are conducted. SECTION 7. That lands not selected for habitat protection shall remain available for u , public domain. SECTION 8. That Scc Lion 4.5.5.6.2 of the Kenai River Comprehensive Management Plan regarding the prohibition of timber harvest on state land be deleted_ SECTION 9. That a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to Commissioner John Shively - SECTION 10. That this resolution takes effect ir=ediately upon its adoption. F P ADOPTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAT PENINSULA BOROUGH THIS 18TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1997, Jack E. Brown, Assembly President ATTEST: Linda S. Murphy, Borough Clerk RcsoIution 97-079 Kcnai Peninsula Borough, AIaska Page 2 of 2 KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 19, 1997 INFORMATION ITEMS 1. 11/5/97 council meeting "To Do" list. 2. Animal Control Officer Bill Godek's Certificate of Completion for National Animal Control Association Training Academy NACA 100 Level II. 3. Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance No. 97-73, Amending the Tax Code to Establish a Flat Tax for Watercraft, Create a $100,000 Personal Property Tax Exemption, and Increase the Motor Vehicle Tax (introduction on 11/ 18/97 meeting) . 4. 11/97 Public Works Department -Project Status Report. 5. 10/97 Kenai Fire Department Consolidated Monthly Report. 6. 11/ 10/97 Thank you letter from Sears Elementary School for $2,000 contribution toward their playground upgrade. 7. 10/ 17/97 Senator Leahy letter regarding "takings" legislation to target state and local planning and zoning decisions. 8. 10/97 Challenger Learning Center of Alaska, Challenger Log. 9. 11 / 97 Greater Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, Your Chamber Today. 10. 1998 Gaming Permit Application -Alaska/Hawaii Moose Association. 11. 1998 Gaming Permit Application - Women's Resource &Crisis Center. 12. 10/ 16/97 Kenai River Special Management Area Advisory Board Minutes. 1791-1991 CITY OF KENAI. Cqdzlt 0 FAX TO/707-�, � Fidalgo, Suite 200 ►!asks 996114794 Phone 907483-7535 Fax 907-283-3014 Date Number of Pages � I. Z�5 �3 4�lt z , r1w mom AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL -REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 19, 1997 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http:/ /www.Kenai.net/ city Be SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (10 Minutes) 1. Dottie Fischer - Lease of Airport Gift Shop C. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 1763-97 - Appropriating $60,000 for a City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan. 2. Resolution No. 97-81 - Accepting $1,000 American Hometown Leadership Award Grant From the Wal-Mart Foundation. 3. Resolution No. 97-82 - Accepting the Donation of Property Described as Lot 7, Block 20, Townsite of Kenai, From Dr. Peter O. and Karolee T. Hansen for Use as a Public Park in Memory of Their Son, P. Erik Hansen. Additional information can be found at http://www.Kenai.net/cites The public is invited to attend and participate. Carol L. Freas City Clerk KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 1997 "TO DO" LIST ADMIN - Prepare resolution accepting gift of bluff property for use as Erik Hansen Park and accepting responsibility for design, developing and maintaining the park for 11 / 19 meeting. Investigate costs involved to have water hook-up for automatic watering system at the proposed park. Review cost estimate for development of Hansen park. Investigate placing a water supply at cemetery (water line connection, hand well, holding tank). Include language in PTI contract that phones may be removed with consent of the city. Investigate property ownership and removal of junk cars on corner lot of Fourth and Forest. CLF - Request check for $200 be forwarded to KCHS Hockey Booster Club. Request $500 for Library Holiday Open House. Have next PZ packet forwarded to Councilman Bannock, who will attend the meeting for Councilman Smalley. CRG - Make appropriate changes to senior housing lease (Paragraph N, page 8). Change paragraph # 1 to paragraph #2 and visa versa in Challenger agreement. Include wording in the new # 1 that the city would accept and administer grants received. Forward amended document to Challenger Board for their review and consideration. Include Councilman Smalley as council's representative on the Challenger Construction Committee. LS/CRG - Draft an employment agreement for City Manager Rick Ross as outlined in RR's memo and under conditions specified (in the memo). In preparing the document, report directly to council (not to RR) on the matter. Bring the document to council at 11 / 19 / 97 meeting for their consideration. WORK SESSION NOTICE The Kenai City Council will convene in a work session on Wednesday, November19, 1997. The work session will be held in the Kenai Council Chambers and begin at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of the work session is to discuss the Capital Improvement Project List with local legislators. The public is invited to attend and participate. Carol L. Freas City Clerk Publish: November 17,1997 Community News: November 19, 1997 1791-1991 CITY OF KENAI. a� Capd'at Ob {{iQAQ� IAX a' TO i I FROM 210 Fidalgo, Suite 200 Ke'—nai,. Alaska 99611=7794 Phone 9074834535 Fax 907483-3014 Date Number of Pages 06� (�u��,�i`�r-o 7,00T 39 MAYOR'S REPORT NOVEMBER 19, 1997 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING REQUESTED CHANGES TO THE AGENDA BY: ADD TO: C-3, Kenaitze Indian Tribe Resolution No. 97-31 requesting all negotiations of the development of Lot 7, Block 20, Townsite of Kenai, cease until research can be compiled on the historical significance of the site. Clerk ADD AS: Information Item No. 13 - KPB Resolution No. 97-079 Supporting the possible adoption of the Kenai River Comprehensive Management Plan as amended and passed at the November 18, 1997 Borough Assembly Meeting. Clerk No Changes CONSENT AGENDA MAYOR'S REPORT MAKE 23 PACKETS COUNCIL PACKET DISTRIBUTION COUNCIL MEETING DATE: Mayor and Council V/ Attorney Clerk � Fire Department Police Department Senior Center /0000, Library t",/ Parks & Rec. / AGENDA DISTRIBUTION STP Public Wks. Sec. Public Wks. Shop Bldg. Maintenance Bldg. Official Streets Dock STP Official Bulletin Board Fax Assemblymembers KSRM (Attu: Dan Meeks) KBBI (Homer) Kenai Chamber of Commerce EDD Don Hunter, (Daily News/Anchorage) DELIVER City Manager 4--� Taylor Springer Finance Kebschull Public Works Kim Airport Clarion Engineer KDLL Commissions Airport Aging Library Harbor(KW) Pks & Rec. P&Z Beautification Historic Dist. Bd. Betty Miller, BP Jon Little (Daily News/Soldotna) Bill Iles, HEA KVCC Joan McCoy, ARCO Council Packets to Police Department Dispatch desk. The Clarion and KDLL will pick their packet up at City Hall; usually on Mondays. The portion of the agenda published by the Clarion is faxed before 5:00 p.m. Home Page documents (agenda, resolutions and ordinances for public hearing) are faxed to Ed Sipple on Friday afternoon.