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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-06-03 Council PacketKenai City Council Meeting Packet June 3, 1998 A® Be AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIl, - REGULAR MEETING JUNE 3, 1998 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www. Kenai.net/city CALL TO ORDER , 2. 3. 4. Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Agenda Approval 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. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (10 Minutes) Ce PUBLIC HEARINGS . Ordinance No. 1783-98 - Adopting the Annual Budget for the fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Ending June 30, 1999. . Ordinance No. 1784-98 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.230 to Require Permits for Home Occupations. , Resolution No. 98-32 - Fixing the Rate of Levy of Property Tax for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Ending June 30, 1999. . Resolution No. 98-33 - Awarding the Bid for the Alaska Regional Aircraft Fire Training Facility Phone System to Communications Alaska (A) for a Total Amount of $15,975. , Resolution No. 98-34 - Awarding the Bid for Alaska Regional Aircraft Fire Training Facility Equipment to L.N. Curtis & Sons for a Total Amount of $144,061.15. e Resolution No. 98-35 - Supporting "Census 2000" by the U.S. Census Bureau. e , . Resolution No. 98-36 - Awarding Janitorial Contacts for the City Administration Building, the Public Safety Building and the Library to Cleanway Janitorial Services for the Period July 1, 1998 Through June 30, 1999. Resolution No. 98-37 - Transferring $4,000 in the Boating Facility Enterprise Fund for Fuel Purchases. Resolution No. 98-38 - Transferring $161,193 in the Kenai ARFF Capital Project Fund for Equipment Purchases. De COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS , 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks as Recreation Commission Planning & Recreation Commission Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee Historic District Board Challenger Board Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau Board Alaska Municipal League Report E® MINUTES , *Board of Adjustment Hearing/Appeal of Jerry Stock of May 20, 1998. *Regular Meeting of May 20, 1998. F. CORRESPONDENCE Ge OLD BUSINESS ,, Discussion - Historic District Board/Scheduling of Work Session He NEW BUSINESS Xe Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified e Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 -2- , , , . , *Ordinance No. 1785-98- Finding That Certain City-Owned Land Described as Lots 1-6, Block 1 and Lots 1-7, Block 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision Is Not Required for a Public Purpose and Can Be Sold, and That Land and Water Conservation Restrictions be Converted to Substitute Land. *Ordinance No. 1786-98 - Appropriating $60,000 for Design Services for the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska in the Challenger Capital Project Fund. Approval - Termination of Lease/Lot 1, Spur Subdivision, Senior Citizen Addition - The Continuum Corporation. Approval- Special Use Permit Renewal/Kenai Municipal Airport, Space 31 - Dottle Fischer. Discussion - Maintenance and Operation Agreement Between City of Kenai and Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau, Inc. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Evaluations of City Attorney and City Clerk (if time allows). I® ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. Mayor 2. City Manager 3. Attorney 4. City Clerk 5. Finance Director 6. Public Works Director 7. Airport Manager J. DISCUSSION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council K. ADJOURNMENT -3- MAYOR'S REPORT JUNE 3, 1998 REG~AR COUNCIL MEETING ADD AS: CHANGES TO THE AGENDA B-l, Persons Scheduled to be Heard -Joyce Sikorski/ Aurora Dancers Parents' Fund Raising Committee. REOUESTED BY: Clerk REMOVE: C-l, Ordinance No. 1783-98, Adopting the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 And Ending June 30, 1998. Administration REMOVE: C-3, Resolution No. 98-32 - Fixing the Rate of Levy of Property Tax for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Ending June 30, 1999. Administration 0 NOTE: MAYOR' S REPORT SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING -- JUNE 10, 1998, KENAI SENIOR CENTER, 7:00 P.M. TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 1783-98, Adopting the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Ending June 30, 1999; and, RESOLUTION NO. 98-32, Fixing the Rate of Levy of Property Tax for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Endintl June 30, 1999. 0 0 June 1, 1998 To Kenai City Council Members, The Riverdance phenomena has exploded across the globe. Millions have thrilled to the combined athletic and artistic abilities of this famous dance team. Alaska has its own dancing phenomena called the Aurora Dancers. This group of young eager girls from the Kenai Peninsula, ages ten to seventeen, has risen out of geographical obscurity to gain national recognition for their talents and professional appearance. They are this state's foremost competitive traveling dance team and recently won 1 ,t place awards in Salt Lake City. Their dynamite competitive performance there was cause for them to be chosen to compete as semi-finalists at a televised national dance competition in Orlando, Florida at MGM Studios in July. This invitation came so unexpectedly that a parent-sponsored fund-raising effort was quickly organized to enable the girls to avail themselves of this unusual opportunity. Thus, we are seeking funds from every source possible so that the entire team may be able to take part in this national competition. The proposal we have used to approach businesses will be given to each Council member on Wednesday, June 3"°, and includes the budget for the trip, pictures of the girls and newspaper articles about their success. On behalf of the girls and parents, I would like to thank you in advance for your time to consider helping this special group of dancers who hope to make quite a name for Alaska and the Peninsula. Sincerely, Joyce Sikorski Chairperson Aurora Dancers Parents' Fund-Raising Committee Taking Alaska to the National Championships ORLANDO, FLORIDA JU'LY I 5, 19,98 1) 2) 3) SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS Primary Sponsor - $5,000 - full amount · Sponsor recognition with all TV and radio appearances and all other media coverage. (TV - currently the Norma Goodman Show on Channel 11 and Exp/or/ng Alaska's Kena/Pen/nsula on Channel 13. Both are aired statevvide. Radio- KSRM and others on the Peninsula and in Anchorage. Newspapers - Anchorage Daily News, Peninsula Clarion, Homer New, Marketplace, Dispatch and others.) If the team gets into the finals in Orlando, they will appear on ESPN and ESPN 2 television stations for national TV coverage. Company name displayed on annual sponsor plaque, shown at all concert events and other public performances. · Team dancers available for your company's promotional events. Major Sponsor - $1,500- $4,499 Associate Sponsor- $500- $1,499 All options receive your company's logo on the team jacket and sponsorship is mentioned at all public appearances, including concerts, parades, dance demonstrations at malls, etc. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) CORPORATE ADVERTISING BENEFITS for Aurora Dancers Sponsorship As a primary sponsor, your name will be mentioned on all TV and radio appearances as well as in the print media. Currently, the Aurora Dancers are scheduled to do two TV appearances, one on the Norma Goodman Show(Channel 11) and the other on Exploring Alaska's Kenai Peninsula(Channel 13). Both programs are aired statewide. Your logo will be displayed for visual representation at all public events in which the team performs including concerts, parades, fund-raisers, dance demonstrations at malls, etc. Your company logo will be also be displayed on the team jackets so that it travels with them · wherever they go. This also..:incrcases visual recognition, of your company, name.. Your company will have access to the dance team as a sales tool. They will be available to perform for openings and special promotions for your company. This is a very unique attraction for business promos. Your name will also be mentioned at all public events in which the team performs, as in/t2. If the team gets into the finals at the national competition(they are semi-finalists now), they will appear on ESPN and ESPN 2 television networks for national TV exposure. In most instances, this type of sponsorship is considered advertising and will be completely tax deductible for your company. Proposed Budget to Compete in 1998 National Dance Championship ::::::::::::::::::::::::: ::::::::::::::::::: :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: :::::::::::: ::: ::::::::::::::::::: ::::::::::::::::::::::: ::::: Description Cost per person ~ Total Air Travel Hotel accomodations Competition & convention fees Ground Travel $750.00 $287.50 $210.00 $225.00-(s aays; 3 me~s mr aay) $ 22.00 $15,000.00 $ 5,750.00 $ 4,200.00 $ 4,5O0.0O'- $ 440.00 Total for competition trip $29,890.00 * All costs are based on per person basis for 20 people for 5 nights AURORA DANCERS Alaska's Foremost Traveling Competitive Dance Team HISTORY ~ 1993 Jeremy Knutsen, Atlanta Olympic Games Opening Ceremonies choreographer, holds danCe workshop in Soldotna, Alaska and suggests that Vergine Hedberg, owner of Vergine's Dance Studio, establish a dance team to compete out-of- state. Ms. Hedberg forms the Aurora Dancers(AD) to give young people from Alaska the opportunity compete for scholarships and get out-of-state training from a variety of professional teachers and choreographers. · · 1994 3rd Place Winners - Stars of Tomorrow Dance Competition in Seattle, Washington. Jeremy Knutsen returns for workshop with AD. 1995 3rd Place Winners - Stars of Tomorrow Dance Competition at Disneyland, California - 3rd Place. Mr. Knutsen trains with AD again. 1996 Prepared for competition and continued with Mr. Knutsen's annual workshop. Soldotna Days Parade participation - 1st Place. 1997 1st Place Winners- Tremaine Dance Competition, Tacoma, Washington. More training with annual Knutsen workshop. 1998 1st Place, Overall Best Performance, $1,300 cash prizes - Paula Abdul Co. VERGINE HEDBERG 12 years professional dance training in Armenia, USSR. 11 years owner and operator of ¥orgine's Dance Studio, Soldotna, Alaska. Founded Aurora Dancers and brought them to their current level of competitive success. PASTFUND RAISING ACTIVITIES 5 years of car washing donations. 5 years of candy and jerky selling. 1 winter of janitorial service for local automobile dealership. Public service and community performances. Sponsorships and donations. OMMUNITY tO nors in Salt Lake Below, Kylee Zeyer, left, Angela Hedberg and Sarah Hollimon rehearse one of nine numbers that helped 'the Aurora Dance Company win $1,300 in prize money in the Company Dance Competition at Salt Lake City last weekend. At left, Kehau Thompson, 10, yawns as the juniors wait their turn to perform during a rehearsal at Vergine's Dance Studio in Soldotna. Photos by Dave Luchansky Soldotna troupe earns chance to compete nationally on television Staff report The Aurora Dance Company, a local dance team, traveled to perform at Paula Abdul's Company Dance Competition in' Salt Lake . City last week. The dancers, girls age 10 to 17, took gold and silver trophies, as well as cash prizes, and an invitation to compete at a tele- vised national competition in July at Orlando, Fla. Vergine Hedberg, founder of the Aurora Dance Company, was ecstatic when she arrived at the Kenai Airport late Sunday after- noon with the girls, one of their teachers and five accompanying parents. "I am grateful beyond words'for the joy I experienced watching my girls perform the best I have ever seen them," said Hedberg. "I knew they were winners before we left but seeing the way they danced before a pro- fessional panel of judges made me so proud I cried with happiness. "It was a great honor for me to be a part of their triumph and we are going to celebrate their success for a long time to come." The junior company of the Aurora Dancers won cash prizes for highest scores in jazz and hip-hop. The senior company won cash prizes for highest scores in jazz and open dance cate- gories. They also won Best Overall Perfor- mance with the dance they performed in the open dance category, "A Taste of Africa." Heather Benton won an individual scholar- ship by audition at the competition. The schol- arship allows Benton to attend a workshop with 'the Company Dance organization at the next competition. The girls plan to attend the national compe- tition by using their prize money and with the help of further fund-raising events in the com- munity. Members of the dance team who attended the competition are Angela Hedberg, Amy Smith, Tatum Dahlgrom, Cannetta Salmon, Sarah Hollimon, Kylee Zeyer, Amber Sandberg, Nicole Egholm, Arianna Sikorski, Cathrine Lindow, Carlee Saunart, Heather Bento, Haylee Cox, Kahau Thompson, Whittney Hallmark and Kacia Dimick. Also making the trip were instructors Elizabeth Dimick and Rebecca Smith, as well as Hedberg. Suggested by: Administration CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1783-98 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 1998, AND ENDING JUNE 30, 1999. WHEREAS, it is a requirement of the Code of the City of I<enai, Alaska, that the City Council, not later than the tenth day of June, adopt a budget for the following fiscal year and make appropriation of the monies needed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA as follows: Section 1: That certain document entitled "City of Kenai 1998-99 Annual Budget" which is available for examination by the public in the Office of the City Clerk and is incorporated herein by reference, is hereby adopted as the budget for the City of Kenai for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 1998 and ending June 30, 1999. Section 2' The following sums of money are hereby appropriated for the operations of the City of Kenai for the fiscal year commencing on the first day of July, 1998, and ending the 30th day of June, 1999, to be expended consistent with and subject to the restrictions, procedures, and purposes set forth in the Code of the City of Kenai and to be expended substantially by line item in the manner shown in the budget adopted by Section 1 hereof: General Fund $7,982,999 Boating Facility Fund Airport Terminal Fund Congregate Housing Water and Sewer Fund Airport Land System Fund Senior Citizen Title III Grant Fund Senior Citizen Title V Grant Fund Senior Citizen COA-Borough Fund 1984 / 86 / 93 Bond Issue Debt Service Fund General Land Sales Trust Fund Airport Land Sales Trust Fund 252,096 340,375 305,426 1,354,467 1,291,983 195,348 19,319 136,200 238,659 13,000 51,300 Ordinance No. 1783-98 Page Two PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of June, 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (s/s/98) First Reading: Second Reading: Effective Date: May 20, 1998 June 3, 1998 June 3, 1998 Suggested by: Planning as Zoning Commission. CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1784-98 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA AMENDING KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE 14.20.230 TO REQUIRE PERMITS FOR HOME OCCUPATIONS. WHEREAS, KMC 14.20.230 currently does not require a permit for operating a business out of a home; WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to require permits for businesses being operated out of private homes; and WHEREAS, certain low-impact home activities should not require a home occupation permit; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT KMC 14.20.230 be amended to read as follows' patients. 14.20.230 Home Occupations: (a) Intent. It is the intent of this chapter to permit home occupations which are compatible with other permitted uses and with the residential character of a neighborhood, and which are clearly secondary or incidental to the residential use of the main building. In general, a home occupation is an accessory use so located and conducted that the average neighbor, under normal circumstances would not be aware of its existence other than for a sign as permitted in this chapter. Home occupations are permitted accessory uses in residential zones only so long as all the development requirements listed in this section are observed. (b) Uses Permitted. Subject to the development requirements of this section, home occupations include, but are not limited to the following uses' ' (1) Art studio. (2) Day care of no more than eight children under the age 12, including children related to the caregiver. (3) Dressmaking. (4) Millinery. (5) Beauty parlor. (6) Tutoring and musical instruction. (c) Uses Prohibited. (1) Commercial auto and boat repair. (2) Commercial kennels or similar uses. (3) Convalescent homes for the care of more than two (4) Mortuaries. (5) Private schools with organized classes. (6) Real estate office. Ordinance N°. 1784-98 Page 2 of 3 (7) Restaurants. (d) Development Requirements. (1) Not more than one person outside the family shall be employed in the home occupation. (2) No more than thirty (30%) percent of the gross floor area of all buildings on the lot shall be used for the home occupation. (3) The home occupation shall be carried on wholly within the principal building, or other buildings which are accessory thereto. Any building used for a home occupation shall be wholly enclosed. (e) Permit Application. (1} In application for a home occupation permit shall be filed in writing with the City Planning and Zoning Department and signed by the person requesting to operate the home occupation. (2) If the Planning and Zoning Department finds the application meets the criteria of KMC 14.20.230 it shall be placed on the consent agenda of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Applications listed on the consent agenda are considered routine and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of the application unless a member of the Commission 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. (3) A finding by the Planning and Zoning Department that an application does not meet the criteria of KMC 14.20.150 and denial of placement on the consent agenda may be appealed to the Planning and Zoning Commission by filing a written appeal with the Kenai Ci.ty Clerk within thirty (30) days of the date of denial. (4) Notice of the consideration by the Commission of a home occupation permit application shall be published once at least two days prior to the meeting in a paper of general circulation in the city of Kenai. (f) Permits non-transferable. A home occupation permit ~ranted under this section shall not be transferable to another person or location. {g) . Exemption. No home occupation permit shall be required for activities or business which are carried on solely by use of phones, computers and mail or delive ,ry services and which involve no outside sign, little or no increase in traffic, and with only occasional visits by members of the public to the home. Ordinance No. 1784-98 Page 3 of 3 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of June 1998. ' John J. Williams, Mayor ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: May 20, 1998 Adopted: June 3, 1998 Effective. July 3, 1998 'May 14, 1998 (sp) CITY OF KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. PZ 98-18 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, RECOMMENDING THE KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE AT 14.20.230 BE AMENDED TO REQUIRE PERMITS FOR HOME OCCUPATIONS. WHEREAS, KMC 14.20.230 currently does not require a permit for operating a business out of a home; WHEREAS, the Commission believes it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to require permits for businesses being operated out of private homes; and WHEREAS, the Commission believes certain low-impact home activities should not require a home occupation permit; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDS TO THE KENAI CITY COUNCIL THAT THE FOLLOWING ADDITION BE MADE TO KMC 14.20.230: (e) Permit Application. (1) An application for a home occupation permit shall be filed in writing with the Ci~ Planning and Zoning Department and signed by the person requesting to operate the home occupation. (2) If the Planning and Zoning Department finds the application meets the criteria of KMC 14.20.230 it shall be placed on the consent agenda of the Planning md Zoning Commission. Applications listed on the consent agenda are considered routine and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of the application unless a member of the Commission 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. (3) A finding by the Planning and Zoning Department that an application does not meet the criteria of KMC 14.20.150 and denial of placement on the consent agenda may be appealed to the Planning and Zoning Commission by filing a written appeal with the Kenai City Clerk within thirty_ (30) days of the date of denial. (4) Notice of the consideration by the Commission of a home occupation permit application shall be published once at least two days prior to the meeting in a ~a~er of general circulation in the city of Kenai. _ _ (f) Permits non-transferable.. A home occupation permit granted under this section shall not be transferable to another person or location. (g) Exemption. No home occupation permit shall be required for activities or business which RESOLUTION NO. PZ 98-18 Page 2 are carried on solely by use of phones, computers and mail or delivery_ services and which involve no outside sign, little or no increase in traffic, and with only occasional visits by members of the public to the home. PASSED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 13th day of May 1998. Plahnifig Secretary ' Suggested by: Administrat.,,., CITY OF KENAI ~OLUTION NO. 98-32 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA FIXING THE RATE OF LEVY OF PROPERTY TAX FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 1998 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 1999. WHEREAS, the Code of the City of Kenai requires that the rate of levy of property tax be set annually not later than the tenth day of June; and WHEREAS, the Council has adopted the "City of Kenai 1998-99 Annual Budget", which estimates property tax revenue based upon a tax rate of 3.5 mills. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the rate of levy of property tax for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 1998 and ending June 30, 1999 be fixed at 3.5 mills. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of June, 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance- (5/5/98) Suggested by: AdministrW CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 98-33 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AWARDING THE BID FOR THE ALAS~ REGIONAL AIRCRAFI' FIRE TRAINING FACILITY PHONE SYSTEM TO COMMUNICATIONS ALASKA (A) FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $15,975.00. WHEREAS, the City of Kenai received the following bids for the above mentioned ARFF Phone System on May 27, 1998: BIDDER PTI Communications Communications Alaska (A) As Specified Communications Alaska (B) Equivalent or Better BASIC BID PLUS OPTIONS $17,131.80 15,975.00 14,040.00 WHEREAS, Communication Alaska's (B) bid was different than specified, and WHEREAS, Communication Alaska's bid (A) meets the bid specifications, and WHEREAS, upon approval of Resolution 98-38 funds will be available in the Equipment Account of the Kenai ARFF Capital Project Fund, and WHEREAS, the Fire Chief and the City Engineer recommend awarding the bid to Communications Alaska, and WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Kenai has determined that awarding this contract to Communications Alaska for the total amount of $15,975.00 is in the best interest of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the bid for the Kenai ARFF Facility Phone System be awarded to Communications Alaska for a total amount of $15,975.00. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of June 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR carol L. Freas, 'City Cle.r~ Approved by Finance: Suggested by: Administrati~ CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 98-34 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AWARDING THE BID FOR ALASKA REGIONAL AIRCRAFT FIRE TRAINING FACILITY EQUIPMENT TO L. N. CURTIS & SONS FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $144,061.15. WHEREAS, the City of Kenai received the following bids for the above mentioned ARFF Equipment on May 27, 1998: BIDDER L. N. Curtis & Sons Vallen Safety Supply Co. TOTAL $144,061.15 77,600.90 WHEREAS, Vallen Safety Supply Co.'s bid was non-responsive, and L. N. Curtis & Sons' bid meets the bid specifications, and WHEREAS, upon approval of Resolution 98-38 funds will be available in the Equipment Account of the Kenai ARFF Capital Project Fund, and WHEREAS, the Fire Chief and the City Engineer recommend awarding the bid to L. N. Curtis & Sons, and WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Kenai has determined that awarding this contract to L. N. Curtis & Sons for the total amount of $144,061.15 is in the best interest of the City. NOW, THE~FORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the bid for Kenai ARFF Facility Equipment be awarded to L. N. Curtis & Sons for a total amount of $144,061.15. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of June 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' ~~ Suggested by: Kenai City Cour___ CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 98-35 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, SUPPORTING "Census 2000" by the U. S. Census Bureau. WHEREAS, the census is vital to our community in that it determines the apportionment of seats in the United States House of Representatives and our state's legislature, and is the basis for the allocation of billions of dollars of federal, state and local funding for social and other programs; and WHEREAS, the census is also used to help determine where to locate schools, day care centers, senior citizen centers, hospitals and other facilities and is used to make decisions concerning business growth and jobs; and WHEREAS, census information is confidential and federal law prohibits any public or private agency from gaining access to confidential census data; and WHEREAS, the City of Kenai is committed to a full and accurate census count and is placing special emphasis on enumerating members of population groups traditionally undercounted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA that Census 2000 is a top priority for stakeholders and leaders within our community and we encourage participation in our jurisdiction's Complete Count Committee. We also urge full participation by members of our municipal staff in all matters related to technical preparation for Census 2000, including the annual Boundary and Annexation Survey and the Local Update of Census Addresses. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this third day of June, 1998. John J. W/Il/ams, Mayor ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Suggested by:AdministratioL CITY OF KENAI RE~OLUTION NO. 98-36 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AWARDING JANITORIAL CONTRACTS FOR THE CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, THE PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING AND THE LIBRARY TO CLEANWAY JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 1998 THROUGH JUNE 30, 1999. WHEREAS, the following bids were received on May 27, 1998 for the contract year July 1, 1998 through June 30, 1999 (and may be extended for two successive one-year terms by mutual consent of the City and the Contractor); and WHEREAS, the amounts per month were bid as follows: City Public Library Library Bidder Admin. Safety 3X/wk 5X/wk Ike Carter's Janitorial Cleanway Janitorial Frontier Community 1,348. O0 780.00 623.50 1,056. O0 1,330.00 792.00 625.00 826.00 1,425.00 1,950.00 650.00 722.24 WHEREAS, Cleanway Janitorial Services submitted the lowest responsible bid for the City Administration Building, the Public Safety Building and for the Library; and WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Kenai has determined that awards to this bidder will be in the best interest of the City. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that janitorial contracts be awarded to Cleanway Janitorial Services for the City Administration Building, the Public Safety Building and to the Library, for the period July 1, 1998 through June 30, 1999. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of June 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance:, ~~~ /kh Suggested by: Administration City of Kenai RF.~OLUTION NO. 98-37 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA TRANSFERRING $4,000 IN THE BOATING FACILITY ENTERPRISE FUND FOR FUEL PURCHASES. WHEREAS, additional fuel is needed for purchase by boats through the month of June; and WHEREAS, money is available for transfer in the repair and maintenance account due to the State paving the approach to Boat Launch Road with the Bridge Access project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the following budget transfers be made: Boating Facility Enterprise Fund From: Repair and Maintenance $4,000 To: Operating Supplies $4,000 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of June, 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (S/~.8/9~) ~ Suggested by: Administrat: City of Kenai RESOLUTION NO. 98-38 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA TRANSFERRING $161,193 IN THE KENAI ARFF CAPITAL PROJECT FUND FOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASES. WHEREAS, equipment bids were received in the amount of $161,193; and WHEREAS, a budget transfer to the equipment line item account is necessary; and WHEREAS, sufficient funds are available in the contingency account; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the following budget transfers be made: K.enai ARFF Capital Project Fund From' Contingency $161,193 To' Equipment $161,193 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3ru day of June, 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' ,~ (5/29/98) kl ITEM 1' KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION MAY 14, 1998 Kenai City Council Chambers Tom Thtbodeau, Chairman ***AGENDA*** CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL AGENDA APPROVAL. ITEM 3: APPROV~ OF MII~TES - April 9, 1998 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS ITEM 6: C, NEW BUSINESS Approval- Special Use Permit/Alaska Call Connection, Inc. Approval- Special Use Permit/Dottle Fischer, d/b/a Alaska's Best Travel Discussion- Gravel Tie-Down Area Discussion- Airport Terminal Smoking Policy ITEM 7: AIRPORT MANAGER'S REPORT Taxiway Project Update ITEM 8' COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS ITEM 9: PERSONS NOT SCHED~ED TO BE HEARD ITEM 10: a. INFORMATION ITEMS Kenai City Council Meeting Action Agenda- April 15, and May 6, 1998. Airport Commission List of Members 5/7/98 Letter of Appointment to Lucy Lorenzen ITEM 11: ,. ADJOURNMENT KENAI AIRPORT COMMISSION May 14, 1998- 7:00 p.m. Kenai City Hall Council Chambers Chairman Thomas Thibodeau *** MINUTES *** ® ® ® ® ® CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chainuan Thibodeau called the meeting to order approximately 7:00 p.m. Members Present: James Bielefeld, Henry Knackstedt, Bonnie Koerber, Lucy Lorenzen, Tom Thibodeau Members Absent: Ron Holloway, Barbara Edwards Also Present: Acting Airport Manager Keith Holland, Contract Secretary Barb Roper AGENDA APPROVAL, KNACKSTEDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. MOTION SECONDED BY BIELEFELD. AGENDA APPROVED AS PRESENTED. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - April 9, 1998 No minutes available - no meeting. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD - None OLD BUSINESS- None NEW BUSINESS Approval- Special Use Permit/Alaska Call Connection, Inc. BIELEFELD MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR ALASKA CALL CONNECTION, INC. MOTION SECONDED BY KNACKSTEDT. Holland reported that Alaska Call Connection, Inc. is the phone card vendor at the airport and their special use permit will expire in June. Alaska Call Connection would like to renew their permit for one more year. The City will again receive 15% of the gross revenue. Airport Commission May 14, 1998 Page I be Knackstedt asked if the phone card system brought in any riff-raff to the terminal. Holland answered, there hasn't been any reported nor has there been any vandalism. Knackstedt asked if Alaska Call Connection makes any money from the vending machine. Holland replied, their gross revenues average $600 to $800 per month, of which the City gets 15%. Voice Vote taken - aH in favor - Motion passed unanimously. Approval--- Special Use Permit/Dottie Fischer, d/b/a Alaska's Best Travel KNACKSTEDT MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE SPECIAL USE PERMIT RENEWAL FOR ALASKA'S BEST TRAVEL. MOTION SECONDED BY KOERBER. Holland reported that the special use permit for Alaska Best Travel is also due to expire in June. Fischer would like to renew for an additional year and will also like to remain in her current area which is the glassed in area next to the car rental spaces. The space rental rate is $247.50 per month. Voice Vote taken - aH in favor - Motion passed unanimously. Discussion ~-- Gravel Tie-Down Area Holland indicated the initial project plans did not include tie-downs at the gravel airstrip but he had asked Phil Bryson if he would come up with a layout which will provide for approximately 17 tie-downs. The layout and sketch was included in the packet. Holland pointed out the design allows for aircraft parking in various directions depending on the wind. After a lengthy discussion it was the general consensus that space will be limited for turning an airplane even with the 100 foot set back. Thibodeau asked that future consideration be given to expanding the area and in the meantime the current situation will be monitored closely to see what improvements would be necessary. It was also suggested that the spaces be staggered to allow for easier turning. de Discussion -- Airport Terminal Smoking Policy Holland reported that Council requested discussion on smoking in the airport terminal. (Holland provided members with a copy of the State of Airport Commission May 14, 1998 Page 2 Alaska Smoking Policy). Holland pointed out the airport terminal is considered a regulated area as it is a public and government owned facility. As a result it is either to be smoke-free or designate a smoking area. Commissioners agreed that all effort needed to be made to keep people from smoking outside both entrances to the terminal. A very lengthy discussion took place on appropriate smoking areas inside and outside the terminal and the following suggestions and/or determinations were made: , Holland reported that serious consideration was given to keeping the existing smoking area with improvements to the ventilation system. The maintenance crew looked at the area and determined that it would not be an appropriate area as the ventilation system may interfere with the balance of heat and air flow throughout the te _rm_inal. , Discussion took place on installing a glassed in area at the entrance by the front door and across from the ticket counters. This area will also be extremely well ventilated. Holland reported that ventilating that area would be somewhat easy to do because of the location. It was agreed by all Commissioners that this option is not favorable as it will not only be unattractive but it will eliminate the daylight coming through the windows. Holland thought an estimate would be available by May 18. It is anticipated the cost for this project would exceed $6,000.00. , The outside area at the exit on the north end of the terminal was discussed. It was noted this area gets a lot of wind, therefore, not very well protected from the elements. The lobby next to the Lounge was also considered but Holland noted the space between the Lounge and the elevator is quite l/m/ted and it was unlikely that a bench or chairs could be placed there. The display area by the vending machines, restaurant, and mechanical room was considered. It was pointed out the return mixing air for the ventilating system was in that area next to the mechanical room which would take the smoke and spread it throughout the terminal. , There is an exit at the south end of the terminal next to the restaurant that is probably the most suitable area for a smoking area outside of the terminal. Holland reported there is a porch with a handrail around it and four steps down to the sidewalk. Modifications to the area would be economically feasible and Airport Commission May 14, 1998 Page 3 ® ® would include a roof overhang to keep the snow from blowing off the roof and some type of a wind break. Holland pointed out that any building modifications would need ADA considerations and that smoking in front of the terminal be discouraged. BIELEFELD MOVED TO RECOMMEND THAT COUNCIL MAKE THE MAIN FLOOR OF THE AIRPORT TERMINAL SMOKE-FREE AND APPROVE THE OUTSIDE AREA AT THE SOUTH END OF THE TEItM~~ AS A SMOKING AREA. THIS WILL INCLUDE THE NECESSARY RENOVATIONS TO PROTECT THE AREA FROM THE ELEMENTS. MOTION SECONDED BY KOERBER. Voice Vote - all in favor - Motion passed unanimously. AIRPORT MANAGER'S REPORT a® Taxiway Project Update Holland reported that paving is just about complete at the Charlie Taxiway and there will be no more long-term closures. The striping would be done at a later date to give the pavement time to dry. It is anticipated the project will reach final completion by June 1. Seeding in the area won't take place until mid-July or mid-August, during the rainy season. Holland asked if anyone was interested in a tour to contact him. COMM!SSIOI~R COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS Commissioner Knackstedt asked about the possibility of getting hangars in Kenai. He visited Merrill Field and Palmer and they have hangars. A very lengthy discussion took place on hangars, the cost of erecting and maintaining them, and rental fees. Bielefeld stated that hangar space outside Alaska is about $300.00 per month. Holland reported that a very preliminary proposal is being worked on at this time for two rows of hangars in the tie-down area. Thibodeau stated he would fred out what Valdez charges for hangar space and suggested the item be put on the agenda at a later date. Holland welcomed Lucy Lorenzen to the Airport Commission. Lorenzen works for FAA as a Flight Service Operator. The Commissioners introduced themselves individually. Commissioner Lorenzen asked for clarification on the role of the Airport Commission. It was confirrned the Commission is an advisory to the City Council. Holland stated that most issues dealing with the airport would come Airport Commission May 14, 1998 Page 4 ® before the Airport Commission before going to Council. Lorenzen also asked who prepares the agenda. Holland replied, anyone can add things to the agenda but basically it is done by Administration. Commissioner Thibodeau asked about the at-large seat soon to be vacated Barbara Edwards. Holland thought it may be considered at the May 20 Council meeting, however, he did not have any information regarding applicants, etc. PERSONS NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD - None 10. INFORMATION ITEMS Kenai City Council Meeting Action Agenda April 15, and May 6, 1998 Airport Commission List of Members 5/7/98 Letter of Appointment to Lucy Lorenzen 11. ADJOURNMENT KOERBER MOVED TO ADJOURN. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:45 P.M. Respect~lly Submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary Airport Commission May 14, 1998 Page 5 "'. '~9~ ,.,., '---" 0 210 Fidalgo St, Suite 200 i Kenai, AK 99611 I , ,111 III II, I,III ,,111 I,, ~ ~,,,~,,,,,,,,,~,,,~,~,~,~, .... ,~,,,,~,,,, Members of the City Gounctl ,,ll,,,I,l,l,II ...... llll,,,,I,,ll 1. ROLL CALL: 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: CITY OF KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS May 13, 1998- 7:00 p.m. h ttp://www. Kenai. n et/city April 22, 1998 4. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: 5. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: e o Se e PUBLIC HEARINGS: a. PZ98-18---A resolution of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Kenai, Alaska, recommending the Kenai Municipal Code at 14.20.230 be amended to require permits for home occupations. b. PZ98-19--An application for a Conditional Use Permit for weekly home rental for the property known as 1500 Chinook Court (Tract E, Oberts Subdivision), Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Michael W. Wykis and Jeanette C. Wykis, 1500 Chinook Court, Kenai, Alaska. NEW BUSINESS: a. Review development in the Townsite Historic District Zone--Renovation--Lot 38A, Dolchok Subdivision, 510 Mission Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Joe Tromblee. b. Review development in the Townsite Historic District Zone---Renovation~Lot 4, Block 5, Original Townsite, 517 Overland Drive, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Don Petroze. c. Vacation--33 Foot wide public right-of-way and utility easement, Government Lots 24, 44, and 45- Discussion. OLD BUSINESS: a. Development Requirements Table--Discussion CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS: a. Lot 1, Long Subdivision b. Lot 13, Block H, Woodland Subdivision, Part 4 10. REPORTS: a. City Council b. Borough Planning c. Administration 11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: 12. INFORMATION ITEMS: a. Invitation to "Walking Tour of Old Town Kenai"- May 9, 1998 at I p.m. b. Letter to Mayor Williams dated 5/1/98 c. KPB Plat Committee Action of 4/17/98 13. COMMISSION COMMENTS & QUESTIONS' Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda 14. ADJOURNMENT: May 13, 1998 Page 2 CITY OF KENAI PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION May 13, 1998 - 7:00 p.m. Chairman: Carl GHck *** MINUT~ *** Ron Goecke called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 1. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Teresa Wemer-Quade, Ron Goecke, Barb Nord, Michael Christian, Karen M ahurin Members Absent: Carl Glick, Phil Bryson Others Present: Councilman Hal Smalley, Administrative Assistant Marilyn Kebschull, Contract Secretary Barb Roper WERNER-i~UADE NOMINATED GOECKE AS CHAIRMAN PRO TEM AS THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR WERE ABSENT. SF~ONDED BY CHRISTIAN. GOECKE WAS APPOINTED CHAIRMAN PRO TEM BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: CHRISTIAN MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. SECONDED BY WERNER- (~UADE WHO ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS CONSENT. AGENDA WAS APPROVED AS PRESENTED. ® APPROVAL OF MINUTES: - April 22, 1998 NORD MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF APRIL 22, 1998 AND ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS CONSENT. SECONDED BY CHRISTIAN. MINUTES WERE APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT. 4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: None 5. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS: - None 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 1 PZ98-18 -- A resolution of the Planning and Zonin~ Commission of the City of Kenai, Alaska, recommending hte Kenia Municipal Code at 14.20.230 be amended to require permits for home occupations. Verbatim Begins Debbie Sonberg, 410 Cinderella, Kenai, Alaska if I read the definition of home office correctly then that's out of the zoning code, it reads "accessory use of a certain charac.., character customarily...lets see if I'm reading the right one, an accessory use of a service character customarily conducted by... with a dwelling by thc resident which does not involve the conduct of trade on the premises, ah... it seems to me thc way this ordina.., ordinance, or PZ98-18 is written that if a business meets that definition it does not require a permit. Because of the various things stated in this resolution ah... the exceptions, it seems like maybe ah... if this resolution is appropriate then the definition of home occupations needs to be changed because the two seem to be in conflict. The resolution requiring a permit for something that doesn't meet the definition. I also think that this is a result of our neighborhood's issues that were dealt with the past few months and the primary reason it has come up is because Chumley has tried to equate home occupations with commercial ah... professional offices and they don't equate, that's been made by the Council and I'm in agreement with that statement, um... I also think the purpose of home occupations is to remain obscure, not particularly noticeable by anyone riding by, and putting primary focus on it at this time .... (illegible) although there are neighborhoods that have home occupations become a public issue because (illegible) and I think this is a result of that, I see a conflict between the definition and the resolution and I also see ah...that there is no way that you can enforce it if you do pass... Werner-(}uade: A comment Mr. Chair; Goecke: Ms. Mahurin... Werner-(~uade: okay Goecke: oh, sorry... Werner-(~uade: ah... Ms. Wemer... Now, Ms. Sonberg, maybe I can help to clear a little bit of that up, I don't know, but I'm going to go through Marilyn in order to do this, Now Marilyn, when this was first presented to us, isn't it correct that urn... City Administration will first be reviewing the home occupation permit, Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 2 then if Administration finds that the home occupation ah... request is low-key, nomimpact, and meets the general criteria, then that permit will come before planning and zoning as more or less of a routine approval um... because in the third line it says, "Whereas the Commission believes it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to require permits for businesses being operated out of private homes," that was simply to allow this body to ah.. concur with findings of staff and in most cases, unanimously vote to approve that home occupation permit and you are correct, there is no way to enforce it and originally when we heard the definition we immediately kind of came to the same conclusion, well maybe they shouldn't even have to come anyway and get any kind of permit because that is how it reads. So, is that correct Marilyn? Kebschulh Yes, that.., that is correct. We did include in this urn.., resolution exemptions so that those occupations which basically use a home computer, urn.. and generate little or no observable traffic does not require a home occupation permit. Sonberg: but to me that.., that's a definition of a home occupations, I mean that's... I read the home occupations definition straight out of the code. Kebschulh Well, I'm not the City Attorney but I would have to say that to conduct a trade on premises would get into more of giving and taking of some... some sort of... Sonberg: but that would not be a home occupation by definition of the zoning code because if that which does not involve conduct (illegible) .... so your getting into a business that is not a home occupation and trying to pass a resolution on home occupations that covers (illegible)... Kebschulh I'm reading it different.., exactly the opposite of what you are. I read it to say that a business that does not conduct trade on the premises is a home occupation. Those home occupations where you work as a guide service that would use their phone to, you know, book.., take bookings, people would not come there and buy merchandise from them, like a craft store, or a day care, a day care may be a home occupation, but what the Code is trying to do is separate the difference between those businesses that do not really affect their neighbors from those businesses that generate more traffic should have a conditional use permit. Werner-(~uade: one last question for Martin, is there a fee attached to applying for a home occupation pe _rrn__it at this time? KebschuH: No Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 3 Werner-(~uade: so that's ah... Kebschull: (illegible) V/erner-(~uade: and that's the way I understood as well, thank you. Sonberg: and last I must ask you to read number 38 on page 6c of Title 14 of the zoning code.., the definition of home occupations and read the exception in your PZ98-18, the exemption for those that would not be required to have a permit, then tell me which ones would be required to then that meet the definition of home occupations that don't meet the exemption. The definition of home occupations, the way I see it in the zoning code, is going to automatically exempt any home occupation when they don't meet the definition of home occupations of the zoning code. Is there also a proposal to change the definition? Mahurin: Might I ask for a point of order? I guess I am questioning the process of a public hearing. I mean, I... my understanding of a public hearing is that it is an opportunity for the public to come and give testimony to us. I guess I am questioning whether it is appropriate for us to get into a debate and a question and an answer process back and forth during the public hearing, so that is a point of order that I'm asking for clarification Mr. Chair. Goecke: Ah... and I... I agree, um .... Ms. Mahurin, I don't know at this point in t~me ah... that we have done this exactly right urn... I... Ms. Sonberg is ah... still ah... making her presentation so I think that we need to wait until she is finished before we get into questions and answers of the speaker. Mahurin: My suggestion is going to be that we certainly listen to Mrs. Sonberg and take note of her questions and then during our discussion would be an appropriate time to for us to talk about them with input from staff. Thank you. Goecke: (to Sonberg) continue ,Sonberg: From my perspective, ah... I probably said all I need to say on this issue. As far as discussion, it's a hard line. I think every time I've been up here IYe had questions asked, whether it's been Commissioner's or Council members, ah... that sometimes it's awkward and uncomfortable and other times a lot of opportunity would be there otherwise because when you get to your discussion then we, in a sense, don't have an opportunity to respond. Then neither if we don't hear your discussion ahead of time, so that's kind of an awkward point and in a way it's probably out of order to ask me questions during my testimony of that affords an opportunity... I'm not sure point of order which way it ought to be as opposed... Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 4 Goecke: Anybody else in the audience wishing to speak to ah... PZ98-18? If not, bring it back to ah... Commissioners, ah... any comments, Ms. Mahurin? Mahurin: Well, I'm in support of the resolution and I think that Mrs. Sonberg was here last time when we had quite a lengthy discussion and over the last couple of weeks that we've talked about this. I see this as a positive avenue for more input from urn.., community and residents in the area. We haven't had any sort of a mechanism before where the public was really notified of home occupations or that type of stuff. So, I am in support of this and I see this as a, quite frankly, a clarification for us and it doesn't hamper Avon, Tupperware, etc., but it's also an avenue where not...that home occupations don't always have to come before us but yet we're alerted and that if the public is concerned then there is an opportunity for them to come and voice that, where we don't have that opportunity now. So I am in support of this resolution. Christian: Apparently, what it sounds like what we just need to do is clarify the terms better. The exemptions are what we normally have called home occupations and what we're looking for here is maybe another term that it comprises of something that is a little more active than our exemptions or traditional home occupations. So if there is some term that we could use in its place and define it as any activity that does.., that.., creates more activi.., or more traffic or more interplay, then our exemptions are listed. Maybe that's what we're looking for. I... I do think the ordinance is... is a positive step maybe we just need another term to apply for what we're trying to do here. Goecke: Ms. Quade? Werner-(~uade: I have a comment, thank you. Um... you know IYe read this and I'm in favor of it and I can't find anything that I'd like to change and as far as the exemptions, that seems entirely accurate to me and um... my husband has a home occupation permit for a business that he has out of our house and it doesn't fall under the exemptions so he would be coming through the process and he would be asking for a home occupation permit, which he did, and by the way, there aren't that many people who have home occupation permits. How many do we review in a year? Five? Ten?, it's not very many so this... I agree with what Mrs. Mahurin said, this is just a way for us to review what's going on and it's important. Goecke: I... I to ah... think that this is ah... very positive step and um... I, personal.., from.., from my perspective it's a ah... a way for the City to know what is happening in their town.., in... in our town, not just for the City but for everybody to know ah... if... ff you are operating a business in... in your home, you should also be ah... collecting sales tax ff you are operating a business. Doing tha.., collecting that sales tax, a portion of that comes back to the City of Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 5 Kenai. If you are not collecting sales tax you are doing the rest of the citizens in this town a ah... disservice and ah... I think... I think this ah... is what ah... we were after here is to make sure that anybody that is operating a business out of their home with the City... knows about it... this is all.., ah... I mean they are asking, you know it's ah... comes up on the consent agenda, ah... at our meeting and um... basically it's ah... it's probably always going to be, I wont' say that for fact that it will be, but most of them will be just approved because they've already been reviewed by ah... staff upstairs, but going through this step then the City knows that in fact this person is operating a business in his home and ah... so I... I think too that this is ah... one giant leap forward and ah... Ms. Nord? Nord: I to agree with the.., with this resolution and I think it is a positive step in the direction of which Council and Planning and Zoning have worked together to try to rectify a situation where the City has been uncomfortable with the way the home occupation permit process has happened in the past and this goes back, not just to what has happened in the MAPS area but this... this has been a long time coming, at least a year, it was brought up at least a year ago when this discussion had started and we've been sort of working on it back and forth for about a year so it's finally come to this point so I'm going to vote in favor of it... this resolution. Goecke: Ms. Mahurin? Mahurin: I just wanted to Mrs. Sonberg to... to also say... I... I realize that it appears we are reacting because of the latest situation in your neighborhood, but as Mrs. Nord just said, we have honestly been wrestling with this home occupation/conditional use situation for a good year plus and we had a couple home occupations that really we wrestled with and wrangled with and um... probably the situation in your neighborhood just brought things to a head to make us realize that we really had to get some clarification or language for everyone, for the neighbors, for us, for Council, so that everybody knew what was happening, so it's not a knee-jerk reaction but it... it does have something pat but I want you to rest assured that this has been a long time coming as Mrs. Nord just said. Goecke: Anything else? Call for Question. Verbatim Ends Vote Bryson Absent Werner-Quade Yes Goecke Yes Nord Yes Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 6 Mahurin Yes Christian Yes Glick Absent Motion passed unanimously. be PZ98-19 -- An application for a Conditional Use Permit for weekly home rental for the property known as 1500 Chinook Court (Tract E., Oberts SubdivisionS, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Michael W. Wykis and Jeannete C. Wykis, 1500 Chinook Court, Kenai, Alaska. CHRISTIAN MOVED TO APPROVE PZ98-19. SECONDED BY MAHUR~. Michael W. Wykis, Kenai, Alaska stated that he attended the meeting to answer any questions from the Commission. Mahurin asked if Michael or Jeannete Wykis intended to occupy the residence during the weekly rental period in the summer. Wykis replied, no, they will not occupy the residence. Christian asked if there was any reaction from the neighbors. Wykis answered, he visited all the neighbors on the left side of Silver Salmon and got a positive reaction from all of them. Public hearing closed. Staff had nothing additional and also noted that Administration has not received a response from the notices sent to the neighbors. Mahurin stated her understanding of a conditional use permit was that the owners lived on the property even when a part of the house was used for a different purpose. Mahurin asked for clarification. Goecke replied, he thought Mahurin was confusing cabin rentals with bed and breakfasts. It was noted there was new language under cabin rental and Mahurin was satisfied with the clarification. Vote Nord Yes Mahurin Yes Christian Yes Bryson Absent Werner-(~uade Yes Goecke Yes Glick Absent Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 7 ® Motion passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: Review development in the Townsite Historic District Zone-- Renovation-- Lot 38A, Dolchok Subdivision, 510 Mission Avenue, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Joe Tromblee. CHRISTIAN MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF A BUILDING PERMIT FOR THE RENOVATION OF LOT 38A, DOLCHOK SUBDIVISION. MOTION SECONDED BY MAHURIN. Staff had nothing additional but noted items 7.a. and 7.b went before the Historic District Board at its last meeting and the Board recommended approval for both items. Mahurin commented that the building was one of few left in that minute portion of town called Historic Townsite. Mahurin added, Mr. Tromblee is most cognizant of historical value and has certainly tried to maintain that. Mahurin has had many conversations with Mr. Tromblee and has absolutely no hesitation in approving the building permit. Goecke asked for confu-mafion that Tromblee is working with staff for a building permit. Kebschull confirmed that Tromblee has been in contact with the building official. Vote Mahurin Yes Christian Yes Bryson Absent Werner-(~uade Yes Nord Yes Goecke Yes Glick Absent be Review development in the Townsite Historic District Zone -- Renovation-- Lot 4, Block 5, Original Townsite, 517 Overland Drive, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Don Petroze. WERNER-QUADE MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF A BUILDING PERMIT FOR THE RENOVATION OF LOT 4~ BLOCK 5, ORIGINAL TOWNSITE. MOTION SECO~ED BY CHRISTIAN. Staff had nothing additional. Kebschull pointed out that during the Historic District Board review several issues were discussed and at the end it was determined that a conditional use permit would not be Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 8 required for the type of renovation required unless there was something other than allowed uses on the property. Vote Christian Yes Bryson Absent Werner-Quade Yes Nord Yes Mahurin Yes Goecke Yes Glick Absent Vacation-- 33 Foot wide public fight-of-way and utility easement, Government Lots 24, 44 and 45 ~ Discussion. CHRISTIAN MOVED TO APPROVE THE VACATION OF THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY AND UTILITY EASEMENT. MOTION SECONDED BY MAHURIN. Staff had nothing additional but noted that the City Engineer wanted the Planning and Zoning Commission review so that comments could be provided to the Borough Planning Commission. The City Engineer also made the comment that the vacation would be the best use of the right- of-ways. Vote Bryson Absent Werner-Quade Nord Yes Mahurin Christian Yes Goecke Yes Glick Absent Yes Yes OLD BUSINESS: ao Development Requirements Table-- Discussion Christian noted on page 1 of 2 that single family dwelling was included on the same line as two and three family dwelling. Christian thought that single family should be separate to allow for easier changes if necessary. Kebschull explained that this was not a change as the square footage requirement remained the same until it reached a four family dwelling. Mahurin requested that no action be taken on the issue until the next meeting on May 27 at which time Glick and Bryson will both be present. Goecke pointed out the item was for discussion only and no action was Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 9 ® required at this meeting. Kebschull indicated that she would recommend postponing action on the issue as the building official would be available at the next meeting or at a work session should the Commission decide a work session was necessary. It was determined a work session would not be required as the issue could be handled during the regular meeting. Kebschull brought attention to the memo in the packet from the building official. Wemer-Quade agreed with the memo. Goecke also felt the 10 percent figure would alleviate some of the requests coming to Planning and Zoning. The issue will be added to the agenda for the May 27 meeting. CODE ENFORCEMENT ITEMS: Lot 1, Long Subdivision Kebschull reported that a letter was received from the renter of this property who indicated the vehicle would be moved within 30 days. follow-up will be conducted at that time. A 10. Lot 13, Block H, Woodland Subdivision, Part 4 Kebschull reported that no response was received regarding the Code violation notice that was sent. REPORTS: City Council Smalley apologized for not being at the last few meetings and noted that he was involved with the budget work sessions. The following report was made from the Council agenda included in the packet: Item B. - Henry Novak from the Cook Inlet Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse is preparing a grant for a residential facility for males. Novak asked if the City would be interested in donating property for the facility. Novak also asked, for the purpose of the grant, if the City would provide a letter indicating an interest in the project. The letter does not require the City to donate property. Items C 1 through 4 were approved. Item H.6 was a discussion about the Challenger Center agreement. City Administration is going to work up two different scenarios to review. Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 10 bo One scenario would be with the City in ownership of the facilities and property and the other is with the Challenger Center group in ownership. Smalley indicated there were advantages and disadvantages with both scenarios. Smalley reported that seven RFP's for the architectural design were opened and are being reviewed. It was noted that all RFP's were from within the State to include local f~ns. Nord asked if City Council has seen an influx of more appeals since the new land use table was initiated? Smalley replied, there has been a lot of appeals in the past few months but he could not say that they were as a result of the land use table. Smalley continued, in reference to Ordinance 1779-98, if it was determined that the conditional use request is similar and is denied by Administration, it can be appealed directly to council. Council would then schedule a Board of Adjustment Hearing to determine whether in fact it was a similar or different request. Smalley indicated the moratorium wouldn't necessarily stop the process as the applicant has the appeal option. Item H.7 is scheduled for May 20, 1998. Item H. 8 and 9 have been approved. The budget process is on schedule. Goecke asked for clarifica~on that the Cook Inlet Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse wanted another building besides the building behind Kentucky Fried Chicken. Smalley replied, they want a building to be used as a residential unit which would house eight individuals who are chemically dependent that need to spend time in a treatment facility. Smalley reiterated the facility will be built within the City but an exact location has not been determined as the grant is just now being applied for. Discussion took place on zoning and Smalley indicated that Novak would build anywhere the City deemed appropriate. Borough Planning- No report Administration: Kebschull brought attention to the conditional use permit report included in the packet and indicated that she could nan queries to provide any type of information the Commission may want on conditional use permits. Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 11 11. 12. 13. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED: - None INFORMATION ITEMS: be Invitation to "WalkinE Tour of Old Town Kenai" -- May 9, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. Letter to Mayor Williams dated 5/1/98 KPB Plat Committee Action of 4/17/98 COMMISSION COMMENTS AND ~UESTIONS: Commissioner Werner-Quade apologized to Mrs. Sonber§ and the Commission for being out of order. Wemer-Quade reported her schedule is fast and furious these days due to a change in job locations. Commissioner Christian asked about the status of the Norville dumpster situation and indicated that it was during this time that efforts to beautify his area were to be taking place. Christian reported nothing has been done yet. Kebschull replied, a report was just received and Mr. Norville will change the location of the dumpster to one end of the building and it will be surrounded by a concrete enclosure. Norville is also considering installing a curb to prevent access to the bike path. Christian reported there is still a problem with temporary signs. MAPCO just removed theirs after having it up for 2 or 3 months. One Stop just received a variance for an oversized sign and after it was installed they attached a temporary sign to it. Christian thought it was inappropriate for an applicant to apply for an oversized sign then add to it after approval is obtained. Christian informed the Commission that he had to resign because he will be leaving for 3 months. Christian added, he has enjoyed his time on the Commission and has learned a great deal from it. Christian hoped he was able to help the City during his 1.5 years on the Commission. Commissioner Nord stated that she hated to see Christian go as it has been a Pleasure working with him. Nord thanked Kebschull for the information provided in the packet and added that it would be a great help. Nord indicated that she may not be at the next meeting as she will be traveling back to Alaska that day. Commissioner Mahurin asked for a continuing follow-up on First and Birch Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 12 Streets as the vehicles are overflo~g once again. Additionally, Mahurin wanted to comment on the property on First and Spruce since she was critical of it in the past. There are improvements to the outside of the building and Mahurin appreciates the steps that are being taken. Mahurin reported that she had some out of town visitors recently and they contacted Diana Lofstedt regarding the new cabins on the bluff. Lofstedt graciously showed the renovations of boarding house and cabins. Mahurin made it clear that she was not pushing one business over another but urged members to remember that those facilities are available. Mahurin couldn't help but wonder also about the increase in appeals and thought of the old comment, "you reap what you sow~, or "sow what you reap" when the question came up about the land use table. Mahurin stated that she was in support of a residential treatment facility since the hospital no longer has those services. This is something that is def'mitely lacking in the community. Mahurin pointed out that the issue is not about criminals but about neighbors, friends, and family so she hoped that the City Council will pursue it and when it comes to Planning and Zoning it would be something the Commission could support and work with. Mahurin indicated that she to will miss Christian as she has appreciated his perspective and hoped that after his 3 months he would consider retuming. Mahurin added, she to may not be on the Commission so if people in the audience are interested in Planning and Zoning there is an opportunity. Mahurin commented on the public hearing issue and pointed out her comments are not meant towards anyone in particular. Mahurin continued, since she has been on Planning and Zoning this has been a issue for her. She serves on several different boards and no where does she know of the casual way that City Council and Planning and Zoning run public hearings. Mahurin thinks the intent of a public hearing is for people who are appointed or elected to hear from the public and to listen to their concerns. If there are specific questions, Mahurin feels they should be addressed during the Commissioner's discussions or on advise of Administration or an attorney. Mahurin stated she believes in listening to the public but she doesn't feel it is the Commission's role to get into a dialogue and go over the time limit. Mahurin pointed out that she has always supported the ti_me limit factor in order to get business done and be professional about it. Councilman Smalley, on behalf of the Mayor and City Council, thanked Christian for his efforts and dedication on the Commission, they are truly appreciated. Smalley reiterated to the audience that there is a vacancy on the Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 13 14. Planning and Zoning Commission and applications can be obtained by contacting the City Clerk. Commissioner Goecke also thanked Christian for serving on the Commission and indicated he had some good insight. ADJOURNMENT: MAHIrRIN MOVED TO ADJOURN. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:00 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary Planning & Zoning Commission May 13, 1998 Page 14 Visitors 8. Convention Bureau, For Immediate Release: May 26, 1998 Contact Information: _ _ 907-283-1991 Kathy Tart, Executive Director NATIONAL ART EXHIBITION OPFNS AT KFNAI VISITORS AND CULTURAL CENTER An inspiring national art exhibit runs June 2 through June 30 at the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center. "Reaching Home' Pacific Salmon, Pacific People," photography by Pulitzer Prize finalist Natilie Fobes, celebrates pacific salmon and explores our relationship with the fish around the Pacific Rim. The exhibit of 42 photographs and 10 banners captures the spirit of the salmon, the intimate connection of people and the fish through history, and the issues around both. A reooption for the show in conjunction with the annual Kenai River Festival will be held from 5 PM to 7 PM on Friday, June 12, at tl~e Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center. "Sometimes I think that I didn't choose to do the story of the salmon, but rather it chose me," said Fobes. For 10 years, she gazed at salmon through her camera lens, coming eye-to-eye with spawning salmon in the middle of icy streams, watching eagles and bears devour the bright-red flesh of the mystical fish, beholding the sacred salmon ceremonies of native peoples on two continents, and observing rugged Russian and Alaskan fishermen haul in their catch by the ton. Her photographic journey began one clay when she visited a salmon stream with her Minnesota-born father, and she became thrilled by the leaping red sockeye. Turning to face her.', clad, she realized that his eyes were filled with tears. The ensuing 10 year quest to understand how salmon could have this much effect on people came to be almost a spiritual journey for her. "There is something about salmon that pulses through your soul," said Fobes. Many Alaskans-know what she is talking about. So set your hook, grab the net, and visit this splendid salmon run of panoramic proportions. "Reaching Home: Pacific Salmon, Pacific People" is locally sponsored by Snug Harbor Seafoods. The show is free and open to the public. The Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center is open Monday to Friday 9 AM to 8 PM, Saturdays 10 AM to 7 PM, anc[Sundays noon to 7 PM. 11471 Kenai Spur Highway' Kenai, Alaska 99611 · (907).Z83-1991 · lax: (907) Z83-ZZ.30- E-mall: kvcb~alaska, net ..... [~ - ........ I I I I 217 Secor~d s~re~t, Suite 200 · Juneau, Alaska99 t01 ,, Tel (907)586,1325, Fax (907)-463-5480 DATE: May 27, 1998 TO: FROM: RE: FAX ALERT Municipal Clerks AML Board Members Julie Kraft Director of Member Serviczs NEW DATES FOR 1998 AN~AL LOCAL ¢ ;OVERNMENT CONFERENCE Because of scheduling conflicts at the facilities in Fairbanks, we have an opportunity to make tho 1998 AML Conference more convenient for municipal officials. Wc · }lan to l~old thc Confcrcncc including a weekend. Tho AML has never tried this, but it works wcl. for thc National Association of Counties Annual Confercncc. The new dates are:. Friday and Saturday, November 6-7 for pre-conference activi ties:; Associations, Board, and Newly Elected Officials. · Sunday, Monday, Tuesday. November 8-10 for the Conferene=. The Conference will be held at tho Fairbanks Westmark Hotel, whi :h i:; a beautiful newly remodeled and enlarged faoility. Here is a general schedule for tho conference: Pre Confer, nee Activities: Friday, November 6 - Newly Elected Officials 0qEO) S~m nar Managers, Assessors, & Attorneys A.~soc'.iations Saturday, November 7- Meetings continued from above Alaska Conference of Mayors, AML Bo~a'd of Directors, Planners Association, & AMLIP Sunday, November 8- Monday, November 9- Tuesday, November 10- Annual Local Government Conference: Opening Session, Delegate Lunchem:,, &lt~olicy Sections Concurrent Workshops and Ewning Pswards Banquet Gourmet Breakfast & Annual Mectir g Approval of Policy Statemant AML Board Organization Meeting AML Legislative Commi~ee Meeting We hope this change in schedule will allow snore members to aRend. If you have any questions or suggestions, please let mo know. We will also be sending this info rmation out as an emaii. Thanks for your patience. Member of lhe National League of Cities and the National Assc.ciati.=n of Counties BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING APPEAL OF JERRY STOCK / NEWCASTLE BUILDERS MAY 20, 1998 KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the Board of Adjustment Hearing to order at approximately 7:15 p.m. Williams asked those present if there was any reason that they should not continue with the Board of Adjustment hearing. No response. Williams led the attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance. Williams stated that Jerry Stock was not present, but the Board would continue with the hearing. Williams said Board members have before them a packet as presented by Administration and containing the variance permit information, the applicable codes, historicad information, and various correspondence. He said he would dispense with outlining the rules because they have been over them several times in the recent past. Williams said to turn to the staff report at BA-3b for a general analysis of the problem. Basically, Williams said, Mr. Stock wants to install a temporary sign to advertise the properties that he is building on and trying to sell. Swarner asked if Administration has a picture or drawing of the sign being requested by Mr. Stock. Ross answered no, but it is the one that is presently down the street from the lots on Evergreen. Williams stated that the Board has a copy of a list of the property owners who were notified of this hearing-five of them. He said it appears that all returned their green cards. Williams asked if anyone from the general public wanted to be heard on this matter. No one responded. He asked the Board if they had comments. There were none. He asked Administration to prepare the Board's decision based on the information in the packet. ITEM 3: ADJOIntNMENT The Stock appeal ended at approximately 7:19 p.m. Record transcribed and prepared by: Sheryl//~/Padilla, Acting City Clerk AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL ' REGULAR MEETING MAY 20, 1998 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http: //www. Kenai.net / city BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING- Appeal of Jerry Stock A. CALL TO ORDER , 2. 3. 4. Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Agenda Approval 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. Be SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (10 Minutes) . Chuck McGee - U.S. Census Bureau/2000 Census. James Carter- Kenai Airport. C. PUBLIC HEARINGS , Ordinance No. 1780-98 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $1,156 in the Senior Employment Tire V Fund. . Ordinance No. 1781-98 - Replacing the Tables Referred to in the Personnel Regulations (Title 23) to Establish a New Salary Structure by Grade and New Hourly Rates for Part-Time Employees. , Ordinance No. 1782-98 - Appropriating $600,000 of Grant Funds for '98 Water System Improvements. a. Approval - Entering into engineering contract with Nelson & Associates for $143,073 ($89,951 for design and $53,122 for inspection) on the project Modifications to WH Nos. 1 and 2 and Pumphouse, as per their proposal of May 14, 1998. b, Approval- Entering into engineering contract with Industrial Instrument Services, Inc. for $43,485 on the project Modifications to WH Nos. i and 2 and PumphoUse, as per their proposal of May 12, 1998. . Resolution No. 98-28 - Transferring $7,000 from Contingency in the Water and Sewer Fund for the Purchase of Lift Station Pumps. , o o Resolution No. 98-29 - Transferring Funds in the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund to Perform an Environmental Assessment of the Kenai Maintenance Shop Site. ($36,035). Resolution No. 98-30 - Transferring Funds in the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund to Remove Underground Storage Tanks at the Airport Jet Fuel Facility Site ($52,081). Resolution No. 98-31 - Transferring $8,000 From Contingency in the Water and Sewer Fund for Materials and Labor to Install FRB Board in the Sewer Treatment Plant Pumphouse. De COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS , 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission Planning & Recreation Commission Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Com__r~ttee Historic District Board Challenger Board Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau Board Alaska Municipal League Report Ee MINUTES . 2. 3. 4. *Notes of April 29, 1998 Council Budget Work Session. *Regular Meeting of May 6, 1998. *Board of Adjustment Hearing- Appeal of Vicki & Tom Fruichantie. *Board of Adjustment Hearing- Appeal of Restaurants Northwest, Inc. F. CORRESPONDENCE He OLD BUSINF.~S . Discussion - Blocks 1 and 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision (Golf Course Lots). NEW BUSINESS , Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified e Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 , o Se 0 *Ordinance No. 1783-98 - Adopting the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Ending June 30, 1999. *Ordinance No. 1784-98 - Amending KlVIC 14.20.230 to Require Permits for Home Occupations. Approval- Special Use Permit-Alaska Call Connection, Inc. Discussion- Schedule Evaluations of City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk. EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled. I® ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. Mayor 2. City Manager 3. Attorney 4. City Clerk 5. Finance Director 6. Public Works Director 7. Airport Manager J. DISCUSSION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council K. ADJOURNMENT KENAI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING MAY 20, 1998 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http: //www. Kenai.net ! city MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING- Appeal of Jerry Stock/Newcastle Builders. ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7:20 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Kenai City Hall Building, after hearing the appeal of Jerry Stock. A-Xo PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge was stated at the beginning of the Board of Adjustment hearing. A-2. ROLL CALL Roll was taken by the City Clerk. Bookey, Swarner and Moore. Present were: Measles, Bannock, Smalley, Williams, A-3. AGENDA APPROVAL Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda: ADD AS: Information Item No. 11 - 5/19/98 letter to Council from Stan Pitlo of the Chamber of Commerce re: Kenai Municipal Airport Expansion. ADD AS: Information Item No. 12 - HB473 creating Fire Standards Commission relating to training and certification of fire service personnel and providing for an effective date. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approve of the amended agenda and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. A-4. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Williams stated he had no changes to the consent agenda. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of the consent agenda as presented. Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1.998 PAGE 2 of 16 ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT B-1. Chuck McGee- U. S. Census Bureau/2000 Census. Census 2000 and preparation for it are now underway in Alaska, McGee said. He said people will be hired (35-45 in Kenai/Soldotna area) by middle to end of July and will work for six weeks starting at $16.88 per hour. McGee told Council that the census is important because political boundaries are drawn from the numbers produced by the census; federal and state funding is often allocated based on population figures; non-profit corporations, municipal governments, and others who depend on government funding. Some factions of people resist being counted, and some "pockets" of people are naturally missed, he said; but the intention is to get as complete a count as possible. McGee asked Council to "partner" with the Census Bureau to get an accurate count of the City of Kenai. He asked for a proclamation or a resolution stating the City's support of Census 2000. He said the Bureau hopes that from these the citizens of Kenai will know that the census is important to them and to the City. Mayor Williams .asked for public comment, but there was none. He stated we would like to see positive growth in Kenai's numbers. He said we have issued about 175 building permits in the last two years, but the population numbers have decreased. Council directed the Clerk to write a resolution and a proclamation stating the City's full support of Census 2000. B-2. James Carter - Kenai Airport. Carter began by pointing out wording in earlier versions of the Airport Master Plan that states that the Kenai Airport could someday be considered as an alternate to the Anchorage International Airport. However, he stated, this type of usage would require a runway approximately 10,500 feet long, and even the current Master Plan doesn't extend the runway to that length. Carter recommended that Council modify the Master Plan to show a runway of 10,500 feet, or at least put in wording that indicates the City's intent to increase the runway to that length. Mayor Williams interjected that the runway wouldn't necessarily have to be lengthened at all, but the wording would be there in case the City wanted to do it. City Manager Ross said that the core of the current runway will not hold the big jets without being rebuilt. Carter said he was not recommending that the existing runway be lengthened. Williams said changing the runway length in the Master Plan just gives the Council another tool. Measles said that adding a second runway is one thing, but not adding to the existing one. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 3 of 16 Carter continued reviewing his handout. He suggested a possible mission statement for the City could be "...to develop its major asset, the Kenai Municipal Airport and surrounding lands, into a world class economic development hub." He cited materials which state that the Anchorage airport will run out of expandable land in about 10 years. He provided a report on cargo activity at the Anchorage airport that showed a 17% increase in international cargo traffic in FY97. He reminded Council how Alaska is strategically located from a global perspective. But they are running out of room, he said., and they will be looking for alternatives. Carter also talked about the jet fuel supply problems Anchorage is having and the alternatives they are looking at: trucking, railroad, and pipeline-with the pipeline being considered the best. However, he said, the current pipeline to the airport runs under the city of Anchorage and must soon be ~retired.~ "Which came first-the chicken or the egg,~ Carter said. He went on to say that if Council decides to work out all the details before doing anything else then they have decided on the "egg approach.~. He said he would choose the ~chicken because it has legs and can run like hell.~ He said Council could do things now like meeting with some of the air carriers, fred out about the kind of safety issues involved, work with the congressional delegation and the state Dept. of Transportation (DOT&F) to get all the information needed should the opportunity present itself in the future. Carter ended by saying he believes that will be how goes the Kenai Peninsula." in the future,.., how goes the Kenai Airport Mayor Williams said he would like to begin a preliminary study to detail the potentials, identify the pitfalls, look at the ramifications, and give insight into the next step to take. He said he would like to see the City ready to build something by 2003 or 2004. He asked Council to consider the magnitude of change that will be taking place over the next 10 years and ~envision where we might be if we so choose to run in that direction." He said the Charter gives Council the authority to do this. He said that annexing land outside the City might be a possibility. When Mayor Williams asked Council for comments, Bookey said he couldn't possibly decide tonight. He said he could see the potential, but he would need more information and would like to hear public opinion on the issue. Bannock said he could see "many positives,~ but would like to study it. Smalley said it's a great idea that needs to follow the process for public input and the Airport Commission. Measles stated Council needs to look further into the feasibility of the idea. He said there need to be public hearings and a gathering of more information. He said the project could take 10 years. Swamer said she agreed with other Council members but would like to hear what the City Manager had to say. Ross stated the project is ~visionarf' and 'long-term.~ He said the current Master Plan should remain as it is until the possibilities can be checked out. He said it's worth looking at, but "we are not in a position to front-end a project this size with 'if you build it they will come. ~' Ross said that in two or three months we should be able to __ KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 4 of 16 get answers to important questions. He suggested finding out about the level of commitment of the carriers; where to locate the new runway; and if the public wants it. If those things are all there, then politics take over, he said. He reminded Council that the State and FAA will probably not be supportive of the idea. Mayor Williams asked Council if Administration should be directed to begin to negotiate a contract for professional services to gather information to make the next decision and bring a proposal back for Council to consider. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED to so direct Administration. SECONDED the motion. No comments. No objections. Councilman Smalley MOTION PASSED. Ross asked Jim Carter to schedule a presentation to the Airport Commission so the Commissioners can voice their questions and concerns. Carter agreed to do that. BREAK: 8:35 RETUI~: 8:52 ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS C-1. Ordinance No. 1780-98 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $1,156 in the Senior Employment Title V Fund. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1780-98. Measles SECONDED the motion. No public comment. No discussion. Councilman VOTE: Bannock: Yes Smalley: Yes Williams: Yes Bookey: Yes Swamer: Yes Moore: Yes Measles- Yes MOTION PASSED. C-2. Ordinance No. 1781-98 - Replacing the Tables Referred to in the Personnel Regulations (Title 23) to Establish a New Salary Structure by Grade and New Hourly Rates for Part-Time Employees. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 5 of 16 MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1781-98. SECONDED the motion. No public comment. No discussion. Councilman Bookey VOTE: . Bannock: Yes Bookey: Yes Measles: Yes Smalley: Yes Williams: Yes Swarner: Yes Moore' Yes MOTION PASSED. C-3. Ordinance No. 1782-98 - Appropriating $600,000 of Grant Funds for '98 Water System Improvements. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1782-98. SECONDED the motion. No public comment. No discussion. Councilman Smalley VOTE: Bannock: Yes Bookey: Yes Measles: Yes Smalley: Yes Williams: Yes Swamer: Yes Moore: Yes MOTION PASSED. C-3a Approval - Entering into engineering contract with Nelson & Associates for $143,073 ($89,951 for design and $53,122 for inspection} on the project Modifications to WH Nos. i and 2 and Pumphouse, as per their proposal of May 14, 1998. MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of engineering contract with Nelson & Associates "as identified in 3a." Councilman Measles SECONDED the motion. No public comment. Councilman Bookey asked if this contract is acceptable with Administration. No comments. No objection to UNANIMOUS CONSENT. SO ORDERED. C-3b Approval - Entering into engineering contract with Industrial Instrument Services, Inc. for $43,485 on the project Modifications to WH Nos. 1 and 2 and Pumphouse, as per their proposal of May 12, 1998. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 6 of 16 MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of engineering contract with Industrial Instrument Services, Inc. "as specified in C3b.~ Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. No public comment. No discussion. No objection to UNANIMOUS CONSENT. SO ORDERED. Resolution No. 98-28 - Transferring $7,000 from Contingency in the Water and Sewer Fund for the Purchase of Lift Station Pumps. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 98-28 and asked for unanimous consent. Councilman Smalley SECONDI/:D the motion. No public comment. No discussion. No objection to UNANIMOUS CONSENT. SO ORDERED. Resolution No. 98-29 - Transferring Funds in the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund to Perform an Environmental Assessment of the Kenai Maintenance Shop Site ($36,035). MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 98-29. SECONDED the motion. No public comment. Councilman Measles City Manager Ross stated this issue is long-standing and testing has been done before. Last year DEC began asking the City to do work there, he said; but it is hard to know where to start because a specific site has not been identified. Ross explained that the Air Force has been notified that they are a possible responsible party. DEC has agreed that more testing needs to be done to fred the exact site. Councilman Moore asked if CoUncil hadn't already appropriated $10,000 on this project. Ross said an appropriation was done, but no money was spent. VOTE: Bannock: No Bookey: Yes Measles: Yes Smalley: Yes Williams: Yes Swarner: Yes Moore: Yes MOTION PASSED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 7 of 16 Resolution No. 98-30 - Transferring Funds in the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund to Remove Underground Storage Tanks at the Airport Jet Fuel Facility Site ($52,081). MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 98-30. Councilman Moore SF~ONDED the motion. No public comment. City Manager Ross explained that these tanks must be removed by December 1998. He said there is no reason to touch the piping; it does not need to be removed. Ross stated that even if the City weren't required to remove the tanks, future development in that area would require removal of them. He recommended that Council pass the resolution and have the tanks removed. Councilwoman Swarner asked if the tanks can be removed any time of the year. Ross answered that there only so many contractors who can do the work and the longer you wait into the year the more expensive it gets and the less likely it would be to find a contractor who could do the work. He said it is his understanding that not being able to find a contractor available is no excuse for not meeting the deadline. Councilwoman Swarner asked what happens if.the tanks are not removed this year. Councilman Bookey asked if this issue falls under the old or the new regulations. Pete Campbell was in the audience and answered it is a "curious mix~ of regulations at this point. Bookey said that what scares him is that "$52,081 tonight can turn into a million dollar project tomorrow.~ Ross asked Pete Campbell to step to the podium. He stated his name and said he is from Kent & Sullivan. Mayor Williams asked about data collected concerning the perimeter of the tanks and the size of the "plume.~ Campbell said the City pulled an emergency generator tank from next door in 1992 and three monitor wells were installed at that time. The indication then was that there was some ground water contamination near the jet fuel tanks, he said; and that is where this issue began. He stated the contamination was ~very low level.~ He said the plan is to pull the tanks out, removing no dirt-just collecting "sidewall' samples and evaluating the site. Councilman Bookey asked if the level of contamination found in 1992 is acceptable to leave in the ground under the new regulations. Campbell answered that "free product' must be cleaned up, but soft contamination "should be okay.' He said we must look at whether there is any risk associated with contamination at the airport. Campbell stated, ~It's pretty easy to say that no there's not.' Mayor Williams asked about the acceptability of filling the tanks with sand where they are. Campbell answered that is allowed when structures are affected by pulling the tanks out. Ross stated that the agency has reviewed that possibility already and that it has been denied. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 8 of 16 Mayor Williams asked about the final cost of pulling the tanks. Campbell said the $52,000 pulls the tanks and gets them to the landf~ll. He said the only thing that is left up in the air as far as the price of the project is the possibility of tearing up concrete or asphalt in getting the tanks out because it is not known exactly how the tanks are oriented in the ground. Councilman Bookey stated there will be further cost to take the hydrocarbons off the water, and if the contamination is above acceptable levels, the soil will have to come out and be processed. He said that is something that won't be known until the tanks come out. Councilman Bannock stated that his "upcoming no vote~ on this resolution is no reflection on Mr. Campbell or his company. He said, ~My problem is the rules, and I want to change the rules." The state apparently would let the tanks remain if there were a structure on top of them, Bannock said. However, because nothing is on top of the tanks, they must be removed. If the tanks are there and causing a problem, it shouldn't matter what is on top of them, Bannock pointed out. Campbell reassured Council by saying the contamination in 1992 was low and that he doesn't expect a huge problem. ~It should be a fairly straight forward thing,~ he said. Councilman Bookey stated that he wants everyone to know that when the tanks come out the City must be ready to ~write the check.~ Mayor Williams said the City is spending $88,000 tonight to comply with federal and state regulations. He said these expenditures fall under ~unfunded mandates~ and are passed on from the legislature to be paid for by tax payers. Councilman Measles said he wanted to reiterate Bookey's comments. He said as soon as those tanks are out and the hole is open the City is committed to spending whatever it takes to satisfy DEC. "This could turn into a lot more money than this,~ he said. He asked what the frae is for leaving them in. Campbell responded that the state would come in and pull them out and send the City the bill. Ross agreed and said that if we don't pull them out the state will, "... then we lose control of the project and we still get the bill.~ VOTE: Bannock: No Bookey: Yes Measles: Yes Smalley: Yes Williams: Yes Swarner: No Moore: Yes MOTION PASSED. Resolution No. 98-31 - Transferring $8,000 From Contingency in the Water and Sewer Fund for Materials and Labor to Install FRB Board in the Sewer Treatment Plant Pumphouse. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 9 of 16 MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 98-31 and asked for unanimous consent. Councilman Bannock SECOKDED the motion. No public comment. No discussion. No objection to unanimous consent. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT. ITEM D. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS D-Xo Council on Aging Councilwoman Swarner reported there was a meeting on Tuesday. The unapproved minutes are in the packet. They heard reports on United Way and funding from the Borough assembly. D-2o Airport Commission Councilman Measles stated he was out of town during the meeting last Thursday night. He stated there is an opening on the Commission. Mayor Williams said there is an application in the packet from Bob Favretto who has been in the community for about two years and is a member of Chamber, EDD, and several other groups. Mayor Williams recommended that Council appoint Mr. Favretto to the Airport Commission. No objection. SO ORDERED. D-a, Harbor Commission Councilman Bookey stated there was no quorum for the May 11 meeting. Library Commission Councilman Moore stated the next meeting is June 2. packet. Minutes of last meeting are in the Parks &, Recreation Commission Councilman Bannock reported the minutes are in the packet. They heard from Dr. Hansen and saw a photograph of the Boy Scout statue that will be placed in the park. Also, Nate Keri and Rick Baldwin were there regarding the multi-use ice rink looking for more information. Bannock stated that Administration and Bob Frates have worked out a softball green strip camping program as directed by Council. KENAI CITY COUNCIL ME~ING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 10 of 16 Planning/is Zoning Commission Councilman Smalley discussed the agenda of the last meeting. There was a public hearing regarding a resolution by P&Z to amend the code to require permits for home occupations. That resolution passed. Also, Smalley said, P&Z 98-19 (conditional use permit for a weekly home rental on Chinook Court) passed. There was a request for vacation of a right- of-way that passed as well, Smalley reported. A discussion of changes to the Development Requirements Table was postponed because two commissioners were absent. Smalley said he was asked at the meeting if he felt there were more Board of Adjustment hearings as a result of changes made to the land use schedule. Smalley said he told them he didn't think so. Smalley reported here is an opening on the P&Z Commission. Mayor Williams recommended that Council appoint Art Graveley, who is a former member of the Commission and is now retired with more time to devote to it. No objections. SO ORDERED. V-7o Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees D-Ta. Beautification Committee Minutes from the May 12 meeting are in the packet, Councilwoman Swarner reported. Work parties are scheduled, she said, and she invited everyone to help. Historic District Board Councilman Moore reported there was no quorum for the last meeting. He stated there are two openings on the Commission following the resignation of Mike Hundorf. Council- woman Swarner said this might be a good time to review the Board's duties and discuss its purpose. She said there have been some things happen on the Board, such as applying for grants without going through City Administration, and the last walk brochure, that cause her to believe the activities of the Board should be reviewed (possibly in a work session). Councilman Bookey stated he thinks it wouldn't hurt to take a closer look at the Board at this time. He said they have had trouble with the lack of quorums for some time. He said he believes they have cost the City extra money and Administration's time with some projects. He stated it is time to re-evaluate the Board and possibly even "sunset' it. Councilman Smalley said if there is going to be such a work session the P&Z Commissioners should be invited because they would be re-assuming the Board's duties. City Manager Ross was asked what he thought. Ross responded that during the last discussions about the Historic District Board (HDB), Council was provided information KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 11 of 16 about how other communities handle their Board's. If Council decides to have a work session, he said, maybe that information should be given out again so Council can review it in advance. Mayor Williams asked Administration to find the minutes of the last meeting in which this topic was discussed. Councilman Bannock pointed out that Kenai has a townsite historic district whether or not it has a historic district board. He said that what we give up is the Certified Local Government (CLG) status that goes along with having the Board. He stated that he isn't sure the problems with the Board have been worth keeping the CLG status, and that he would have no problem re-assigning the tasks back to the P&Z Commission. He also stated that P&Z should be invited to any meeting at which the future of the HDB is discussed. Regarding when the work session should take place, Bannock asked what would the purpose of the work session be? What do we want to accomplish? What kind of time line do we want? Mayor Williams stated the purpose would be to determine whether to organize the HDB into a group that meets less frequently to help maintain a quorum; to find out if HDB has any plans of interest to the Council that may affect their (HDB's) future; and what both sides' feelings are about disbanding HDB. Councilman Smalley suggested that after Council receives that information they could have more discussion and set that work session. Council directed Administration to gather that information and have it at the next meeting for further discussion. D-7c. Challenger Board Councilman Bannock reported another meeting is scheduled for May 21 at 4'00 p.m. He pointed out Information Item 10, an Executive Proclamation by Governor Tony Knowles in regards to Space Day May 21, 1998. Mayor Williams said there is quite a lot going on in Anchorage for Space Day. Williams also reported that after the session in Juneau he was able to obtain an additional $25,000 grant from the Alaska State Elks Association. He said the VFW and some social service organizations may be forthcoming with donations as well. D-7d. Kenai Visitors ~k Convention Bureau Board Councilman Bookey stated the minutes are in the packet. scheduled. The next meeting has not been D-7e. Alaska Municipal League Report - No report. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 12 of 16 ITEM E: MENJ?ES Notes of April 29, 1998 Council Budget Work Session - Approved by Consent Agenda. Regular Meeting of May/5, 1998 - Approved by Consent Agenda. Board of Adjustment Hearing- Appeal of Vicki/k Tom Fruichantie - Approved by Consent Agenda. Board of Adjustment Hearing- Appeal of Restaurants Northwest, Inc. - Approved by Consent Agenda. ITEM F: CORRF~PO~ENCE- None. ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS Discussion - Blocks 1 and 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision (Golf Course Lots). City Manager Rick Ross told Council that Mr. Shiveley has signed off on the City's proposal to have these lots released. The proposal is essentially what was negotiated with DNR, his agency, and the Dept. of Interior, he said. Ross stated that this proposal will release Blocks 1 and 2; block 3 has not been under restrictions. The City has had to agree that the rest of the golf course would come under the restrictions, as discussed with Council before, Ross said. He also stated the City must conduct an environmental phase I study of the' properties being released; public hearings must be held concerning their release; a federally approved appraisal and a review appraisal must be done; and we must provide plat maps. In addition, Ross said, Mr. Shiveley has conceded that the State will be responsible for providing the substitute lands-a major concession. In order to move this project along, Ross said the City also agreed to provide, for the substituted land, the environmental phase I study, the plat maps, conduct appraisals and appraisal reviews. Ross said he believes the City can do all of that for less than $10,000 on our own lands and the substitute lands. He said the price can be kept down because much of the work can be done in house. The State Historical Society must review the new land before the substitution can take place. An ordinance has been prepared that is going to P&Z and that declares 1) these lands are not needed for public purpose and 2) these lands meet the criteria that we are publically addressing through public hearing that we are pulling them from BOR restrictions. The plat map has been reviewed to come into compliance; the appraisal information has gone out. Ross told Council that he optimistically anticipates the lots will be on the market by the end of July. He said that, considering the State will have to put up land that is worth $300,000 to $400,000 and the City will only be out less than $10,000, it seems a fair exchange to get those properties on the market. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 13 of 16 Mayor Williams asked how the lots would be disposed of. Ross answered the plan is to use the same process that was used with Inlet Woods. The City would get the appraisals; the lots would be advertised; they would go out to bid with a minimum bid of the appraised value; if any don't sell, the negotiations would be based on appraised value, Ross said. He stated he believes the lots will move quickly. Council directed Administration to continue with disposing of the golf course lots as outlined by City Manager Ross. ITEM H: NEW BUSINESS H-1. Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED to pay the bills and asked for unanimous consent. Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. No discussion. No objection to UNANIMOUS CONSENT. SO ORDERED. H-2o Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED to accept the purchase orders and asked for unanimous consent. Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. No discussion. No objection to UNANIMOUS CONSENT. SO ORDERED. Councilwoman Swarner asked when the curb repairs would be finished. Jack La Shot said maybe by the end of next month. i-3. Ordinance No. 1783-98 - Adopting the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Ending June 30, 1999. Introduced by Consent Agenda. H-4. Ordinance No. 1784-98 - Amending KMC 14.20.230 to Require Permits for Home Occupations. Introduced by Consent Agenda. Approval- Special Use Permit-Alaska Call Connection, Inc. City Manager Ross advised Council this is the same permit they approved last year for the calling card operation at the Airport. He said it is non-exclusive. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 14 of 16 MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for approval of specie use permit. Councilman Bannock SECONDED the motion. No objection to UNANIMOUS CONSENT. SO ORDERED. Discussion- Schedule Evaluations of City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk. Mayor Williams asked Council when they would like to take care of these evaluations. He said that the budget will be on the agenda for approval at the June 3 meeting. He asked if Council wanted to delay the evaluations until after approval of the budget. Councilman Smalley stated he believes all three evaluations could be done in one evening. The Mayor said the evaluations should probably take place before adoption of the budget so any pay ch .anges could be reflected in the budget. Semmens stated there are ways to handle that. He said the budget is built on a 2% increase for all salaries. If Council wanted to give more, he sa/d, contingency funds are available. Williams suggested that the evaluations wait until after the budget has been adopted. Swarner said that maybe at least one could be done at the next meeting. Williams said the first meeting of the month is generally busier than others. Sem_m_ens told Council that his earlier statement about 2% salary increases for everyone did not include the City Manager because of his contract. Swarner recommended that at least one evaluation be done on June 3. Williams said okay; "let's see how much time we have." It was decided to do the City Attorney's evaluation first. EXECUT~ SESSION- None Scheduled. ITEM I: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS I-1. Mayor The Mayor said that David Lucas is leaving the Clarion. Also, HB473 (copy provided) is legislation that could have a profound effect on Kenai over the years. He said, it sets up a brand new fire and training certification board for the State of Alaska. Mayor Williams asked Administration to research the franchise agreements between the City and local cable companies. He stated that GCI now owns the local cable TV company. He said that in the City Charter it says that the City Council shall approve the transfer of utility agreements. Councilman Measles stated that at the time the first cable company came into Kenai the Council was given advice by the City Attorney not to try to charge the right-of-way fees because it would not hold up legally even though it was in the code. Wi!l/ams said that now there have been many changes in the law, and the code says they have to have the City's permission to transfer. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 15 of 16 I-2. City Manager Ross stated that he and Bob Frates met with representatives from the Oilers and learned that an agreement has been long-standing between the former Parks & Recreation Director and Mr. Seymour about an exchange of fertilizer for some clean-up work at the ball park. Ross said the fertilizer has value to the City and the work involves equipment we have, and doesn't involve much. He said if Council wants to revisit the agreement next year, that's frae. Councilwoman Swarner stated she was glad to see the list of city properties for sale, and she is glad they are going out to real estate companies. She said the signs (especially on the Dairy Queen) are too small. She said she "would really like to see the City lands marketed and sold.~ Ross answered that next year he will be attempting to move property from foreclosed lists and get them to this list and to realtors. Attorney- No report. City Clerk - No report. Finance Director- No report. Public Works Director Jack La Shot reported that the Challenger construction committee has selected a short list of consultants for the new facility. Presentations will be made next Tuesday from 1:00 to 5'00-Council members and Challenger Board of Directors are invited to watch. The construction committee will meet a couple days after the presentations, he said, and come up with a recommendation for Council. I-7o Alrpo~ Manager Keith Holland reported that the Airport Commission met on May 14. The smoking issue was discussed and will probably be before Council at the next meeting. ITEM J: DISCUSSION J-X. Citizens- None. Council Bookey - Swamer - Moore - Measles - Bannock - No comments. "Come plant flowers in the City gardens." No comments. No comments. Regarding Unity Trail, he said he talked to workers on a bike path last week and learned that there is a noticeable difference between upkeep KENAI CITY COUNCIL ME~ING MAY 20, 1998 PAGE 16 of 16 Smalley - Williams - on the bike paths near the highway and those NOT near the highway. He said that before people get excited about the Unity Trail they should keep in mind that with construction methods normally used by the State of Alaska that the $200,000 will be "very poorly spent." No comments. Presented copies of the State's capital budget ($1.2 billion) to Council members and suggested they read it and see where the money went. He said he was told in Juneau that the Legislators don't have any trouble spending capital money-it's the budget they have to control. ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 10:05 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Sheryl A. Padilla, Acting City Clerk CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ MEMORANDUM TO: FROM' DATE: RE: Mayor and Council Members Carol L. Freas,~C. ity Cl~rk City of Kenai ~ // May 29, 1998~/ HIS~RIC DISTRICT BOARD REQUESTED INFORMATION During your May 20, 1998 council meeting, information was requested in regard to direction given to the Historic District Board and other general information. Attached please find the following: o . . 10 / 29 / 97 JW letter to Historic District Board members. 10 ! 30 / 97 RAR memorandum regarding options available to Council regarding Townsite Historic Zone issues with MK memorandum regarding CLG requirements attached. 11/17/97 HDB meeting minutes regarding comments and direction made by Mayor Williams to the Board. 1997 Annual CLG Report. clf Attachments October 29, 1997 RE: Ii~TORIC DISTRICT BOARD CO/VCE~ The Kenai City Council requested I correspond with you to congratulate you as a member of the Historic District Board on the Board's past successes, i.e. grant acquisitions, recognition received, and projects completed. The Board's work, along with local service organizations, has been recognized by many members of the community as well as the Council. Also, this letter is written to express Council's areas of mutual concern in regard to the operation of the Board. It was noted in the Board's October meeting minutes and reported by Councilman Moore and City Attorney Graves, the Board would like to have a "stronger role" in the planning process of Old Towne and that the Board believes it "lacks any real regulatory authority," and its function is not clear, "Who am I and why am I here?" When a group of citizens present a compelling case to the Council to cause the Council to form a new group and the Council accepts the responsibility of oversight and funding with city dollars to the degree required, then the newly formed group becomes the responsibility of the City. So it was with the formation of the Historic District Board. The Council believes it is the responsibility of the Board to carry out its task and responsibilities of development and implementation of the program that initially brought them so passionately to the Council. It is not the Council's responsibility to plot the course for the Board, but rather the other way around. The Board must develop and seek the course for the Council for implementation of its plan. However, every board, commission, or committee must remember the fm~ decision for its future rests with the Council and the Council only. The only exception is the City's Planning & Zoning Commission, which has regulatory powers granted to them by statute and ordinance, and who has broad responsibilities and must participate in the October 29, 1997 Page 2 regulatory authority of the Alaska Public Offices Commission (APOC) with regard to full disclosure, conflict of interest, and financial revelations. The Historic District Board does not fall within the purview of the APOC and therefore, has no direct responsibility of implementation or authority to decide other than as an advisory group presenting facts to the Council. Other than the Planning & Zoning Commission, there are no other boards, committees, or commissions of the City that has authority to make binding decisions. Even decisions of the Planning & Zoning Commission may be overturned by council through a Code-defined appeal process and public hearings. The Council is the elected body and must protect at all costs, the viability of the City. The Council is answerable to a~ of its 7,000 citizens. The Council is ultimately responsible for litigation if things go wrong, i.e. Pelosa. The Council makes all final decisions. The Council must blend the program into both the city's present and future needs to see if the program truly fits and can benefit some, most, or all the citizens and to what degree. In the past, you, as a Board, have presented your plans and I believe, have succeeded in carrying out most of those plans. The Council, as a result, is somewhat mystified as to the call for more responsibility and authority. Another concern of council is the inability of the Board to meet on a regular basis and to retain its membershiP. The Board was formed under the city ordinances regarding boards, commissions and committees. In the creation of the Board, special considerations were given regarding membership, city residency of its members, and the number of board members. KMC 14.20.105 was written to accommodate your Board. Having been formed, it is the responsibility of the Board to adhere to the established ordinances and all other laws of the city, state, and federal government and to maintain its membership, conduct its meetings with quorums, report to council on a regular basis, and advise other boards, committees and commissions who may have overlapping responsibilities in the same area of the Board's plans. Following is direction as to the future of the Historic District Board: le Refresh the Board's plan of operation for its continuation as a duly recognized board within the city. Present the plan to Council. e Clearly understand there will be no transfer of responsibility or authority regarding final decision-making to the Historic District Board from the Council. The Board's "role" in the planning of the Townsite Historic District is subservient to that of the Planning & Zoning Commission and ultimately the City Council. This will not change. October 29, 1997 Page 3 . The Board's membership must be reformed with citizens who are objective, wish to serve, and who can commit their time and energy to the Board's work. If interested people are found, they must submit an application for appointment to the Board through the Kenai City Clerk. Appointment is made by the City Council only. The Board must meet on a regular basis as prescribed by Kenai Municipal Code. If it is the feeling of the Board that fewer official meetings are required, a request may be made of the Council for consideration. Remember, every time you meet, it costs the city of Kenai tax dollars, whether you have a quorum or not. I have included information that will be distributed to the Kenai City Council for their review in their November 5, 1997 meeting packet. The information includes a cover memorandum from City Manager Ross, as well as a memorandum from Marilyn Kebschull in regard to the Certified Local Government requirements for a historic board. Council requested this matter be researched in regard to the future of the Board. In conclusion, the Council has appreciated the work you have done as a member of the Historic District Board and hopes to support your future efforts for the betterment of Old Town. If you have any questions regarding any of these matters, I encourage you to visit with the Council during a regularly scheduled meeting in the near future. CITY OF KENAI John J. Williams Mayor JJW/clf CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ moranC/um Date: To: From; October 30, 1997 Mayor and Council Richard A. Ross, City Manager Townsite Historic Board As you directed, Ms. Kebschuil has researched options available to the Council as it works with Townsite Histonc Issues. Ms. Kebschull's attached memo is very informative and I request your review of it. Also attached are copies of the ordinances of the City of Seward and the City of Juneau, both of whom went through problems similar to those expenenced in Kenai (i.e. lack of quorums). Neither Seward or Juneau have given regulatory authonty or mandatory review authority to their historic boards. Requirements for certification of a CLG program are attached. The requirements am met by the Seward and Juneau ordinances. As you review their orctinances, you will note that the Kenai ordinance is broader in scope and greatly exceeds the requirements. Should the City Council determine that it did not want to participate in the CLG program, it could do so. This would result in loss of recognition of the program and ineligibility for grants. Neither Seward or Juneau chose that approach in dealing with the problems they were expedencing. You may want to talk to your counte~art~ in those communities as you consider altematives. Attachments RAR/kh CITY OF KENAI "Oil Ca;~l of Alaska" 210 FIDALGO AVE.. SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535 FAX: 907-283-3014 Memorandum Date: To: From~ October 29, 1997 Richard A. Ross, City Manager Marilyn Kebschull, Administrative Assistan . TOVVNSITE HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD~CLG REQUIREMENTS I contacted the Office of History and Archaeology (OHA) in Anchorage and spoke with Joy Bryant-Dolsby to determine what the Certified Local Government (CLG) required in regard to the TSH Board. Ms. Bryant-Dolsby was very helpful. Initially, she recommended that l contact the cities of Juneau and Seward as she felt they had faced difficulties similar to what the City of Kenai has with regards to quorums with the TSH Board. The City of Juneau, Gary Gillette, advised that they have a Historic Resources Advisory Board who advises the council and Planning and Zoning Commission. The board has seven members. This is not a decision-making board and act only in an advisory capacity. They have seven members and are scheduled to meet twice a year with no set schedule. Mr. Gillette advised that should the need adse, they call special meetings. The City of Seward, Rachel James, advised that when Seward was originally certified, they used their Planning and Zoning Commission in the capacity of the Historic District Board. However, they had found that this didn't work and have established a Historic Preservation Commission. Their commission has seven members and meets four times a year. Both Seward and Juneau's boards act in non-regulatory capacities. Ms. Bryant-Dolsby advised that she spoke with Judith Bittner, the State Historic Preservation Officer, asking what options were available to the Ciht of Kenai. Ms. Bittner stated she would work with the city' with any arrangement that would 10/29/97 Memorancium 2 accommodate the city's needs. Bittner stated the city could utilize the Planning and Zoning Commission to fulfill the histodc preservation commission requirements. If the city decided to utilize this arrangement, it would be necessary to have commission membem who could fulfill the positions of amhiteet, archeologist, and historian. If the Planning and Zoning Commission did not have members who could fulfill those positions, the ciht would ne~i to enlist commun~ membem who could act as consultants in those areas of expertise to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Ms. Bittner advisc~l she would prefer the citg did not use this oction as others have found this can become convoluted and the P&Z Commission may not have preservation as a priority. It is Ms. Bittner~s recommendation that the city consider reducing the number of membem on the TSH Board which may help to establish quorums. The CLG requires 7 members; however, Ms. Bittner stated she would consider a board with less than the 7 membem if that was nee~ssarg. In addition, historic commissions are only required to meet twice yeady. In reviewing the city of Juneau and Seward's code relating to their histodc commissions, 1 noted that they are less specific when listing the commission's duties and responsibilities. It appears they have basically outlined the requirements noted in the CLG guidelines. Kenai may want to consider reviewing this section of the KMC to bdng the code in line with the CLG requirements. Any changes to the current configuration needs to take into consideration CLG requirements which are the responsibility of the body which acts as the histodc preservation commission. This includes developing a preservation plan. The Planning and Zoning Commission may not have the time or exPertise to complete this plan. In conclusion, the following options are a available: · Move the historic preservation commission responsibilities to the P&Z Commission using consultants in the community for the areas of expertise as needed. Reduce the number of members on the TSH Board. · Reduce responsibilities of the TSH Boarci by modifying the ordinance. Reduce meeting dates. CLG requires twice a year. REQ.UIR~ENT$ AND RESFONSIBILITIES OF 'i'VE CLG'S · There are five basic recluirement~ set out in 35 C~t=[ 61 for cemfica~on under the CL~ program. They are as follows (with additional Alas~.a re=ruirements}: 1) THE LOCAL ~OVERNMENT MUST "l~nforce appropriate State or local legislation for desicjnazion and protec~on of historic properties.' The Local Govemmen.~ Shall: enforce ~he Alasica Historic Preservation AcC, whenever al=l=rol=riate. 2~ The Local Government Shall: devise and enforce a local historic preservation ac~, law, or ordinanc=. · , ri= ~ C,~ ~0 ~ t:rtr~MENT ]VlOS~E,~ab~'a~' iaec;uazi arid ~uaiified hist=dc preservation review commission by State or local legislation." a) The L. ocai ~overnmem: ~hatl- establish regulation manclat'ing ~:he commission, if suc~ is no~ already in place. Some cornrn~n~es and boroughs have historical commissions already working toward local preservation projects. These communities and boroughs may adal~ ~eir commissions for tl~e CLG projec',s. b! The Local Governmenz 5hall: make a reasonai=fe effort ~o compose commission of the following members t9 the ex~ent feasible: 1 archi=ecs or hi$=oric=! archfcec=, 1 arcnaeotogi$=, 1 hiszorian, and at teas; ~, o*J~er peo=ie (for a minimum =otat of 7), anct as many other peo=ie as the Government feets.are necessary to corn=Jets the memt=ership. The commission members should include indigenous e~nic gmul= members and individuals who have damon~"a~:ed sCeciai in~are$~ or exl=emse in hiszory, architecture.-or.a-refated d-Jsci=tin~-~to include, but is no~ limited too am~ro;otocj¥, economics, planning, law, oral history, gran~$ adminiszral~on, or o~er$ to be decide=[ by the State Historic Preservation Office on a case by case basis). ,'['he commission members will serve three-year terms a= staggered intervals. No limit is placed on the number of terms a member may serve, however, the commission may ;=lace such resections on its own members if it so wishes. The commission shall m~et a minimum of 2 times l~r year. The commission c) professional re=uiremen~s. Tha~ consuttan~ mus~ be qualified'under ~he sIan~tards definec~ in Ar~l=endix A of 31~ C~=FI 6t. The Local Governmen~ Commission Shall: deveioo a local historic preservation plan - to i.-ctude provision for iden~ificaaon, protec~on and in~ert=re~aaon of the area's significan~ resourcas. Such plan is to be comt=a~ible wi~h the Alaska Historic Preservation 'Plan, and to ~roduce informm:~on comlaaabte wit'h an~l for 'the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey (AHR$i. review and make recommendations about lo. cat projects ~ha[ ~nicjh[ a~ec[ p~t~'i~L~es id-anti,lea in The nistorii= pres-' ervation plan. 'This refers only =o projects no~ covered uncler existing s~a~e anct federal review. iii) review and develol= nominations ~o ~he National Register of HiStoric Places for prol=erdes within its jurisdiction. 3) THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT MUST "Maintain a system for the survey and inventory of historic properties." a) The Local Governmenz Shall- maintain a basic :vorkincj invenzory of the resources in the local area in conjunc=on with tt~e local historic I~reserva~ion l=tan. Subsequen~ :o the devetol~ment anci iml=tementaaon of the plan, survey and invenzory will be an ongoing process in the CLG. bi ct The Local Governmen~ Shall: establish an inventory system compazible with tl~e AHR$: informaaon is to be SUl=l=tie(t to tl~e Alaska Heritage Resources Survey (AHR$1 st'~ff in the Stye Office of Histor~ and Archaeology, Division of Parks and Outcloor Recr,oation, on AHRS forms. The Local Government Shall: maintain the data in a file to be released on a need-to-know, basis =o planners, lano managers, qualifie~l reaearchers, e~c., o~erwise, site location informaaon should be held confidential t~ l=rotec~ sites from possible vanciatism. THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT MUST "Provide for aciec~uaze laui=tic iaarticilaation in the iocat historic preservation program including ~:lne larocess of recom- mending prolaerdes to the National Register.' at The L. ocai Governmen: Shall: provide for public t~ardcilaation develolament anal review of the tocat historic lareservation itl b! The Lace! Governmen~ Shati: send ou~ nominations ~o the National Register of Historic Flaces to alalarolariate groulastindividuals for review before submiztincj the nomination to the ~t~e Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO} for the Alaska Historical Commission (AHC~ review. c~ The Local Government Shall: maintain minutes of ail meetings and records of o~er actions undertaicen i=¥ tl~e commission. . ~ ~ I ii -- .. ,e · 5t' THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT MUST "~atisfac==rii¥ perform the restaonsibiiities delecja~ect to it under the Act." The Locat Governmen~ Shall: provide preservation otan for SHlaO review. a dr~ft of the local historic The Local Government Shall: provide annual relaorts of.all activities to the SHPO. This is to include information on the C:LG's fiscal rrmna~ament of HFF monies. Far requiremenzs concerning fi$cat manacjamen~. =ee the Funds Transfer Guidelines section. c~ The Local Government Shall: provide annual ulaciates of AHRE; informa- tion to tine Office of History and Archaeology. d! The L~cat Government ~haIi: provide a commission member tist an0 member's clualificaaons ~o ~he SHlaO every other year. e! The Local Government Shaft: provide tine Alasxa State Library system with tine at=l~rol=riate number of COl=ies of any survey rel=orts directly Ul~on receiving an alal=rovat of the rel=ort from · . 'The annual and biennial information to be sulalaiied to SHPO may be consolidated into one re~ort submitted to SHPO. as tong as ~tne AHRS information is easily detachable. .appmv'ai by and a~ I _ $ .__ Ill .... Ill, I · , I · , Il ILll _ ,=.Bi S ,2.30.4~S 3.I ~ x~onn:~ and Imlk ~,.m,~+.......~ .... . · 2.30.41~ Tram c f office; £~ A. M~~ o~ ~ ~~c P~n ~m+~o. ~ ~ ~ for a ~~b~ a ~ ~ a v~cy of ~y m~=.r of ~e ~ p~~ ~ ~ ~. ~ ~ for term of the va~mzl. $~Pp ~ No. 9 Y~I 07/97 the existence of ti: Arthde 4. ,~st~ric '"---- ',.--~,~ C'_-~~~~ _. .... - ..... = -,-Gu m~a;~a~VO VOt~ t}y tl2B ~t~nril · 2.~0.42~ Power, and duties. 1. ~~, a ~ ~ p~ ~ ~ ~ ~s for i~,~6~on, ~ ~d in~~~,of ~ ~'s ~i~~~ ~ S~ a.p~ ~ m ~ ~~~ ~ ~ ~~c ~~r uom~~ for ~ ~~ ~ ~~,~ ~ / ~ co~~~ ~~. . 5. S~~ ~ e~~= o~ ~ ~ ~hc ~n ~, ~ 41.3~. ! ' ob~ziniug app~ by and zuy ucc. c=ary appwpn,m~ous bum thc ci~ council. (Ozd. 94-04) Suppte. mmu No. 97~1 07/97 t: 2- 55 .=~OM ~,~ara EnBr & Util~ie~ Chapter' 1~.1~ l:rsstoric Preservation I$;15.010 Purpme. l~.l&.Ol~ Sewar~ Register of ~ric Places establ~h~. · L~~.0X0 Purp~ . l:r;-~roric ~~on is ~ to promote the educational, cultural, economic and general ~'fr~crC~ ~r~l~' b.~ p.m~.idin~ a.m_a~mi_~m_to. ~~-P~~-t.h~.distillc~ve · _ . . !mac3~rimm o~ Seward which repr~eat elements of thc city's culture. social, economic. ~olitic~t and arctff~cnn~ hi.m~xT. (Ord. 95-10) I$.1~.01~ Sewar~ Reginer of ITm~ric Phcm escab~~. . A. A Seward R~ine. r of ]~F. moric Pta~.s h hereby established to provide for public reco~ition of loc~t cuitur~ rcsou~ worthy of pre--traCon. · B. Criteria fo~ ~el~on and phceme, a~ on the Re~~r of H.~roric P~ shall be se~ by resolution of the I~wric Preservation Commi~on. · C. The l.r~~c Preserva~on Commission shall recommand nominations to tho l~4.st~r of Historic Places to,h= City Count. D. Nomim~o~ to tl~ P.~gincr of ]~x.~ori¢ Places shall be approved by resolution of the Cil;y Council. (Ord. 91-I0) 15.15.020 HistoriE district established. · ,.[ · . · A. The b=$ton,c dz~tncc of thc C~ty i$ csmbl~hed to define those ~ o£ thc City th~ meet ~ate or t'edc~ ~u~ciamx f~r i'~mric di~ricr~ or t2~ otherwise l~ve speci~ historic · · . I . ,, . that menti addit;o~t ccmndcrauon in land use rcgulaiion. B.' The C'ky C~un¢it shall, by resolution, establish and dcf,,nc ~ose areas m be inclu~ in thc historic district. C. Criteria forts~lec~cm and p~ern on thc li~l of his£on¢ districr~ within ~h¢ City Shall bc set by rcso|ution o~ thc City Council. D. U~n dc~ig~ion. ~c historic disu~a shall be ¢ta~ifi~ ai an OYeriay DisLrict I-I - Historic District on thc oft' ;ial zoning map of the City of Seward. (Ord. 9~- Suppiemertr No. 97.1 : City of Seward 07/97 i 15- 39 ADMINISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE (d) Rule Rol~rt's R~ --.~m re.mm ~mmm mo m mm Post-it* Fax Not~ 767~ unctcr ~-- 87-49 49.10.400 SUBDMSION REVIEW COMMrri-F.~_ (a) F. saab- lishrnent avi.~Purpose. Them is established a sulxliv}~~iew commi~e for ~ and. borough of Suneau whgs~'purpose is to provide comm~n~ on ~il~sion~ and to ~sis.t the deparm~ent staff · · in review of sulxtivisiora. ~,, .,-- i M~~r~hi Zl~all- ¢or~i~t of a minimum of four (b) M~mt~~ p. P... i~~.l~a of ~e commission appointed'by. ~e. chair of the commis- (c) Officers. Th~.~J~~~ shall elect a. chmr-to.,,conduct tha m¢~tin~ and a v~'~ .clair to scrw in th~ chmr's (d) M~Sfi~. M~un~ shall be hdd a~ n¢e~.~ary, and sl'l~ pmmd~d"by a~ le, a~ th~ da¥~' public nofim. (Ecrial No. 8749 § 49.10.410 HISTORIC RF~OURCF~ ADVISORY COMMIT- T~. (a) F~~Ii~~~[ Them i~ cxmbli~hcd the Juneau historic r~oun:~ advisory (b) Memt~r~t~ip. '1~ committee shall consist of seven membem appointed ~y the a~$embly. Memtm~ shall lm appointed for a of thee y~arx. One member shall t~ an an:hitect or. if na ~1~ m'~mi~r~hip. ~ amffitect on the tt~ign r~view board shall ~¢rv¢ ~ a voting ex officio mcmi~r, on~ member ~all 1~ a 1i¢¢~¢d contractor or, if no licemed contractor s¢~kx m~ml~r~hip, th~ li. c~n~ed contractor on the tt~ign review ~ard shall ~erve a~ a voting · ~x officio mcml~r, one ~hall ~ an .hi~wri an, on~ shall be an amha~- ologi~t, one shall 1~ a l~r~on knowledgeable in tl~ customs and tankage of the Tlingi£ and Haida people, one shall be an owner of locally recognized historic pro@¢ny, and one shall be a mem~r of thc general public. -" 438 c.n~,., 2.94) ADMINISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE (c) Officers. The commiu~e shall select its own officers. (d) Meetings. The commiu~e sh~ meet a minimum of two times per year. Adequale public notice shall be provided for each meeting. (e) S~affmg. The deparunent simall provide such stuff support and assistance as th~ commi~: may requi~ to the extent funds are available. (f) Dutica. Thc dufic.s of thc commillcc shall include: (l) Reviewing and making recommendations aborn local projects that might affcc~ propenie~ identified in thc local historic preserva- tion plan: (2) Reviewing and developing nominations to the National Register of His£ofi¢ Places for properties within the city and borough of ltmeau: (3) Cooperating and consul~g with the Juneau historic district commission, r. he commission, tl~ design rmtiew board and the Alaska historic sites advisory committe~ on all matters concerning historical dismcts and historic, pn:histofi; and arch:~.ological pr~$er- valion in the city anti borough of Juneau; and (4) Performing other actions which m'e necessary and proper to carry out the above duties. (Serial No. 93-41 ii 3--5. 1993: Serial No. 87-49 § 2 (pan), 1987). Article V. Co~umty Development Director 49.10.$00 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR. Except a~ othc~isc provided in this title, primary r~ponsibility for administering and enforcing tttis rifle is assigned to ~e director. The director may dclcgau~ ihcse'r~sponsibilitics to appropriate recruiters of the deparuncnt. (Serial No. 87.49 § 2 (pan). 1987). 49.10.510 APPROVALS. The director is aumonzcd to approve minor subdivisions and to issue deparm~ent approval under Chapter 49.25 of this fide. ($¢ri~ No. 8749 § 2 (part). 1987). 439 u,,~, ~.~a~ the business owner or the type business. Wik stated she didn't review the walking tour so doesn't have a comment. Huhndorf again apologized for the omission and reiterated that it was not intentional. Kluge stated that once the walking tour is developed and printed, the Board wouldn't want to modify it when and if a business changed in Old Town. Kluge recommended that the business names be removed from the walking tour to eliminate the need for modification as businesses change. KLUGE MOVED TO STRIKE ALL BUSINESS NAMF~ FROM THE WALKING TOUR. MOTION SF~ONDED BY WIK. VOICE VOTE - ALL IN FAVOR, MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 8. REPORTS- None 9. INFORMATION do Council Agenda (10/15/97 & 11/5/97) Preservation Advocate News ARD OUF.~TIONS AND COMMENTS Gray reported that the next regular meeting is scheduled for December 15, 1997. Clausen reported that she would not be available. It was suggested that a work session be held instead as without Clausen there would not be a quorum. KLUGE MOVED TO REQUEST THAT COUNCIL CANCEL THE REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING OF DECEMBER 15, 1997 AND TO SCHEDULE A WORK SF~SION THAT DAY AT 6:00 P.M. MOTION SECONDED By WlK. VOICE VOTE: ALL IN FAVOR, MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. The next regular meeting is sCheduled for January 19, 1998. Gloria Wlk asked if the letter from Mayor Williams would be incorporated into the minute~. Wik felt it should be part of the record for future reference. Mayor Williams stated there was a lot of other material from other locations who run historic societies that should have been sent with the letter. The letter was provided to show that even though the structure is the way it is, it can be changed. Council would like to see the Historic Board as a successful committee but over the past couple of years there have been some ups and downs. There have been times when it becomes relatively successful, then it Historic District Board Meeting November 17, 1997 Page 4 wanes and wanders. This is not the way a good committee should operate. If there are changes that should be made then the request needs to be submitted. Mayor Williams referenced his first comment with regard to what the Board should do. Williams stated it is the responsibility of the Board to provide Council with a long range plan which will include what the committee is doing and where they are going. Williams indicated that he may have leaned heavily on the issue of responsibility or authority but it came to h~ in a rather a heavy handed manner. There is no way the Council will allow this Board, committee or commission to operate in any other manner except by what is prescribed by Code. Specifically, there is no responsibility or authority with this Board. This Board is advisory only and Council has the absolute final say in everything when it comes to responsibility, authority, fiscal management, etc. The reason is because of the statutes and codes that are operated under. If a com_mittee member wants responsibility and authority they should run for elected office. Williams stated the Board's membership has caused some concern. The Board was created after much discussion and in a manner ur~l~ke any other committee or commission the City has. This is a special board, there is no other committee or commission in the City that is created in this manner. This Board was formed to compliment the City by bringing in some talented people from other areas outside the City as well as broadening the base of the Board by keeping enough seats open for more talent in this area. It appears there is trouble in bringing the talent together or the talent isn't always interested in corning. There seems to be a breech of clear direction with regard to the membership of the committee. It is possible to cut the number of member back from nme to seven members and double the responsibility. Other individuals can be brought in to act in an advisory capacity when needed. Wik asked about the type of reports Williams mentioned and asked if they are year-end reports and has this Board been asked to provide such reports before. W~_!!iams replied that may not have been the case, it may be the City has been negligent in asking for the report. However, most committees and commissions understand that come budget fi~e it is necessary for them to ask for money to operate and the City wants to know what they did the year before. In the case of the Historic Board there is no budget but there are expenses associated with any committee adopted by the City. There are costs associated with the Board for meetings which requires the building, staff at the meetings and the transcription of minutes. Wik stated if the Council wanted such a report that some other type of indication should have been given other than a reprimand. W~!!iams confn'med that this was a reprimand. He reported that Council wanted a much heavier Historic District Board Meeting November 17, 1997 Page 5 letter than what was submitted. Wik felt the Board couldn't go on assumptions so direction from Council certainly would not hurt. Wik continued by stating it seems Council would ask for a five year plan if one is required. Williams verified that Council is working on a five year plan for the City but it is not absolutely necessary that every commission or committee have a five year plan. However, they need to have a plan which indicates where they are going and what they are doing. This will influence other things that are being put together. Williams discussed Dr. Hansen's proposal for a park next to Showalters. There are some dif~culties with this proposal as it is an old burial site, there may be some artifacts in the area and it's an area this Board should be looking at as well. Williams strongly suggested that someone from this committee attend the public hearing to listen to both sides of the presentation so when it's done this Board won't be out there saying it had no knowledge of the project. Huhndorf stated that he didn't hear about this new park before and asked if a notice could be provided in the packets or a letter be sent individually. Williams stated it is in the public sector, it's on the agendas, on the Intemet, and it's been published in the newspaper. Discussion took place on the burial site in the area of the park. Williams stated that reports provided by the University of Alaska show the bones that were recovered several years ago from that vicinity show they are about 200 years old and are perhaps a cross between Athabascan and local, coastal native. There is also good reason to believe there are more there. The question that remains is should the City take control of the property and if so what should be done with it. This is where this Board can play a big part in the decision process. Gray reported that some of the things mentioned by Mayor Williams are things that have been worked on during the work session. Gray stated the preservation plan outline includes an agenda for future action and projects that this Board would like to work on. It also includes other things that take into account the projects that have already been worked on which includes the townsite historic site survey. Gray stated the comments she wanted to make with regard to annual reports is the Board normally has a City Council member present at the meetings who reports back to Council on the activities of the Board. Gray also stated that a couple of years ago she prepared a presentation for City Council on what the Historic Board was doing and at that time asked if the Board could be a part of the comprehensive planning session. Gray stated she has never received anything to be part of the Planning and Zoning land use table when a part of it does impact the townsite historic zone. Gray also mentioned the beach project that cuts through some of the townsite historic property, this Board was never made aware of what is going on there. Historic District Board Meeting November 17, 1997 Page 6 Williams addressed each of Gray's issues separately. With regard to the committee report, Mr. Moore does bring to Council the highlights of the townsite historic meetings but that is not the same as having a collective report that reflects the work over the year. With regard to the sand dunes, this project encompasses the Harbor commission, Planning and Zoning, if there were some historic land, then the Historic District Board would be revolved. It also encompasses the federal and state government, the Exxon oil spill group, etc. Williams expressed surprise that the Board was not aware of the project considering the size of it. Williams referenced the paragraph mentioned earlier where it states it is the responsibility of this Board to adhere to the established ordinances and all other laws of the city, state, and federal governm__ent and to maintain its membership, conduct its meetings with quorums, report to council on a regular basis, and advise other boards, committees and commissions who may have overlapping responsibilities in the same area of the Board's plans. Williams addressed the comprehensive plan. The comp plan utilized joint funding of the Borough and the City. The City questioned the validity of ut/I/zing comp plans back to back on occasion. Coming before Council on the first reading at the next meeting is a question of whether or not the City will match the Borough's money of $30,000 to do a comp plan, which may or may not be needed at this point at this time. It is possible the City would not accept the Borough's money as a comp plan was just done recently. However, when a comp plan is put together input is taken from all committees and commissions. Gray agreed with Mayor Williams but wanted to know if there is a way this Board could be officially included on the mailing list and notified in advance so that it could be put on the Historic Board agenda. Gray reiterated that to her knowledge this Board was not made aware of the two projects mentioned previously. Williams reminded that the agendas are published in the newspaper and posted on the bulletin boards. Ail commission and committees get their own agenda and Council gets its own agenda. There is a City page on the Intemet which has the full agenda for the week. The home page also has the ordinances and resolutions available. Williams indicated there may be ~ room for some broader communications and it will be looked into. Huhndorf again expressed his desire to have communication come directly to members with regard to notification. Williams asked if this infomation should be just Nm~ted to townsite historic information or if it should be broadened. Huhndorf answered, the Board should be notified about anything affecting historic, archeological or architectural matters. Williams referenced the membership situation. The Board was asked if a seven member board would be more beneficial to the committee. Gray replied that she talked to Judy Bittner at the State Office of History and Archeology about the topic and Bittner reports the state guidelines say that a reasonable effort Historic District Board Meeting November 17, 1997 Page 7 will be made to compose a committee to seat members including an architect, archeologist, and a historian plus four members matting a seven member board. Bittner stated that it would be frae to have fewer members but in the report must be state that attempts were made to have this number. The most important thing in the composition of the board is to have the architect, archeologist, and historian as consultants. However, they may not be officially able to attend meetings. Williams stated that having a seven member board with access to the consultants may be something to consider at this time. Freas reminded the members that originally it started out as a seven member board but there were problems then trying to get a quorum. Williams stated the Board should be reformed with citizens who are objective, who wish to serve and who can commit their time and energy to the Board's work. Williams pointed out the current members are but obviously there isn't everybody on the Board that feels the same way. Kluge stated one of the reasons he joined this body was because he thought he may have some influence on development in Old Town. There has been talk in the co~_m_unity for some time to see development occur in Old Town that had some flavor and historical character to it. Kluge asked what clout does this Board's recommendation have with Plann/ng and Zoning. Williams answered that it bears as much weight as any other committee or commission within the City. Williams added that sometimes it may take physical presence before the Planning and Zoning Commission... The Planning and Zon/ng Commission is the only co_m~ission that acts with a fiduciary responsibility to the citizens in the scope of the work they do. Planning and Zoning has to look at the legal ramifications of everything they do. The City is not going to get caught in a law suit that's been developed because somebody didn't cover all the bases. This issue was addressed in the litigation, i.e, Pelosa. A man has a right to quiet title and use of his property, it can't be zoned away from him. It can't be recommended strongly to the Planning and Zoning Commission that they circumvent the laws or rules or some other procedure that's already been looked at by the courts. It's difficult to get some answer to some of the questions but it's vital that care is taken on how it is done. Local government is the freest government there is because it works right here with the people but it's also the first goverr~ment that gets hit with every frivolous suit that comes in. Williams again suggested that members go to the Planning and Zoning Commission meetings. Gray asked to go back to the issue of the number of members. Gray points out that a change in the number would require a revision of the ordinance. Williams indicated that a revision would be easy to do. Gray reported that City Attorney Graves was asked to the last meeting because of the ordinance and the Board's interpretation as it compared to that of Historic District Board Meeting November 17, 1997 Page 8 Planning and Zoning and Councils. Gray continued by stating that Graves was not asked to the last meeting in order for the Board to gain more power but to get clarification on what this Board's exact purpose was as when the ordinance was read the words "alF and ~will~ were taken for literal value. Graves was told if this is not what the Council wants this Board to do, then the ordinance should be reworded. Gray again reiterated that there was no intention by the Board to try to get more footing. Gray stated the Board recognizes the ordinance needs some frae-tuning if it is to be worded properly. Williams stated there is one other situation where a committee is subservient to a commission, the Beautification Committee is subservient to the Parks & Recreation Co_m___n~ssion. Williams continued by stating that this does not mean this Board has to take any orders from the Planning Commission but anything done by this Board must be approved by the Planning Commission. Williams thought what really needs to be done is to look at the ordin~ce and see where it may be restructured then send it to Planning and Zoning Commission for their review. Williams stated the issue of membership needs to be addressed. Huhndorf addressed the article that appeared in the paper approximately three weeks ago regarding the signs in Old Town. He stated he asked Lucas, the reporter who wrote the article, to include some photos about what the Historic Board has done with regard to the signs. Williams suggested that the Dispatch be contacted as well since they do more human interest articles with pictures. Williams stated he was pleased to be present at the meeting. Gray reiterated that the group will meet on December 15, 1997 at 6:00 p.m. for a work session. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 19, 1998. 11. Discussion took place on the vacancies on the Board. Freas recommended that the Board really make an effort to fred some people to f~ the vacancies to eliminate the quorum problem. It was also recommended that the day of the meeting be considered as well. ADJOIFRNMENT- MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:45 P.M. Respect~lly submitted, Carol Freas, City Clerk Transcribed by Contract Secretary Barb Roper Historic District Board Meeting November 17, 1997 Page 9 CITY OF KENAI 1997 ANNUAL CLG REPORT A. LOCAL PRESERVATION ORDINANCES: 1. In August and again in October, the Historic District Board reviewed KMC 14.20.105 "Townsite Historic District Zoning District "of the Kenai Municipal Code in an effort to clarify the Board's responsibilities. As result of this review, no changes were made to the code. The Kenai Municipal Code at KMC 14.20.160 was amended in 1997. This amendment included building coverage for lots in the Townsite Historic District. (Copy attached.) Ordinance 1766-97 was introduced on December 17, 1997. This ordinance replaced the Land Use Table (KMC 14.20) and its footnotes. The table specifies uses for development for all zones in the City of Kenai, including the Townsite Historic District. The ordinance was effective February 7, 1998. (Copy attached.) 2. There were no changes to the City of Kenai's Comprehensive Plan during 1997. 8. LOCAL HISTO~C PRESERVATION COMMISSION OR BOARD: 1. The City of Kenai's Historic District Board membership changed during the year. The Board continued to have problems establishing a quorum due to vacant seats and non- attendance. In an attempt to alleviate this problem, in December, City Council reduced the number of seats on the Board from nine to seven. At this same time, Alan Boraas resigned his seat, as he had been unable to attend meetings. Mr. Boraas remains available to the Board to fulfill the needs of the archaeologist. In late December, a new member, Ceeelia Richard, was seated. This leit the Board with one vaeam seat. Board members during 1997 were: MEMBER Dorothy V. Gray Alan Boraas (Resigned 12/97) ' Ethel Clausen Michael Huhndoff Kim Booth (Resigned 1/97) Rebecca Gabriei~Godek (Resigned 7/97) Bill KlUge Gloria J. Wik Vacant Joe Moore Duane Bannock ' PosmoN Member--Chair Person Mem ber---Archeo 1o gist Member Member--Historian Member Member Member--Architect Member Member Council Person---Ad Hoc Council Person--Ad Hoc As of December 18, 1997, the Board consisted of the following members: Dorothy V. Gray Ethel Clausen Michael Huhndorf Bill Kluge Gloria J. Wik Cecelia Richard Vacant Joe Moore Duane Bannock MEMBER POSiIIoN Membcr---42hair Person Member Member--Historian Member--Architect Member Member Member Council Person--Ad Hoc Council Person---Ad Hoc 2. A resume' for Cecelia Richard is attached. 3. The Historic District Board operated without the benefit of a full board again during 1997. The Board had three vacancies until December when Council reduced the membership from 9 to 7 and Ms. Richard was appointed to the Board. The City has attempted to fill these positions. The city clerk advertises vacancies by word of mouth, public information advertisements, and by mailing information to citizens who have served on various boards and committees in the past. 4. The Historic District Board meetings are scheduled for the third Monday of the month. During 1997, the following meetings were held: MEETING Regular Meeting Regular Meeting , Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Work Session Regular Meeting Work Session DATE JanUarY'"'20, 1996 February 24, 1996 March 17, 1996 April 21, 1'996 May 19, 1996 June 16, 1996 July 2 l, 1996 August 19, 1996 September 15, 1996 October 13, 1996 November 17, 1996 November 17, 1996 Decemb'er 15, 1996 Copies of the minutes from these meetings are attached. Note that in July and August quorums were not established and no meeting was held. §. The board did not participate in any CLG training or conferences during 1997. 1997 Annual CLG Rel~ort Page 2 C. SURVEY AND INVENTORY OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES: This information did not change during 1997. In July 1996, Preservation North completed the survey of the Townsite Historic District, which was funded through a CLG grant. The area surveyed was approximately 70 acres and included 32 properties in the Townsite Historic District and 12 properties in the adjacent area. 2. Thirty-two historic properties were surveyed. AItRS cards were completed for these properties. 3. This was the first survey of historic properties for the City of Kenai. The survey cataloged historic properties providing the City with information as to what properties existed, their condition, owner, etc. This information will be used when revising or preparing development guidelines for the historic district. For the properties surveyed, there were 28 differem property owners. D. PRESERVATION PLANNING ACTIVITIES: 1. The Townsite Historic District Board began working on defining the City of Kenai's Preservation Plan during 1995. Topics were assigned to Board members. This has been a slow process. In 1996, the Board reviewed their goals and objectives/mission statement, made changes, and accepted the revised statement. The Board continued working on the Preservation Plan in 1997. In November and December two special work sessions were held to work on the Preservation Plan. The plan is in the final stages and should be complete mid-1998. £. NATIONAL REGISTER PROGRAM PARTICIPATION: 1. The CLG did not evaluate any properties for listing on the National Register of Historic Properties during 1997. F. PROTECTION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES: · The Townsite Historic Board reviewed two applications for development in the Township Historic District. The first was a review of the planned restoration of the Russian Orthodox parish house. The second was the review for an addition to a residence in the district. The Board approved both plans. 1997 Annual CLG Report Page 3 2. The Mission Street project was reviewed the Board. The Board provided suggestions for parking for the church, street lighting, and sidewalks. This project will impact the Townsite Historic District in that it creates a one-way street, which mm in front of the Russian Orthodox Church. It will provide bus parking for tourist buses, sidewalks, and street lighting for this historic area. G. PUBLIC EDUCATION PROJECTS: The Townsite Historic District Board completed the signage grant for the Townsite Historic District and the Shk'ituk't Village site in September 1997. The walking tour for Old Town was worked on throughout 1997. This project was primarily the responsibility of board member Mike Huhndorf. Mr. Huhndorf, using the data contained in the survey document, and local sources prepared a draft for the walking tour. The Board as well as other long-time citizens of the area reviewed this draft and provided input. The walking tour will be available at the Kenai Visitor Center during summer 1998. H. HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANT ACTIVITIES' 1. The City of Kenai did not apply for any CLG Historic Preservation Fund grants during 1997. 2. The City of Kenai did not apply for other (non-CLG) preservation grants. I. OTHER PRESERVATION ACTIVITIES: 1.. During 1995, the City of Kenai began working with the Kenaitze Indian Tribe of Kenai to begin preservation efforts of the historic Dena'ina village at Shk'imk't. In 1996, meetings were held with members of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe to discuss the signage project. Elders from the tribe were given the oppommity to help design the proposed park at the site. A preliminary plan was designed; however, other than placing the sign on the site, further plans for the site have been put on hold. This site is adjacent to an area, which houses a FAA antenna farm dating from the early 1940's. This site was scheduled for clean-up beginning the summer of 1997 and became of its proximity to the Shk'ituk't site; the city has delayed fin'ther development at the village site. As of this reporting, the city is still waiting for the FAA to complete the environmental assessment of this area and complete any cleanup prior to proceeding with this park development. 1997 Annual CLG Reoort Page 4 ~ Z LI.I I.l.I IL! Z r~ ILl Z LLI 0 LLI 0 W 0 Z ILl Z U,I Z crJ i-. IJJ crj iJJ Z 0 0 uJ 0 · Z 0 z 0 C~ z o LU 0 Z ~ Z n,' 0 UJ LtJ tv' u.. 0 <I: z n 0 0 m ~- C~ ~ w Suggested by: Administratio.. CITY OF KENAI ORDINANCE NO. 1785-98 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASIC~, FINDING THAT CERTAIN CITY-OWNED LAND DESCRIBED AS LOTS 1 - 6, BLOCK 1 AND LOTS 1 - 7, BLOCK 2, FIVE IRONS HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, IS NOT REQUIRED FOR A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND CAN BE SOLD, AND THAT LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION RESTRICTIONS BE CONVERTED TO SUBSTITUTE LAND. WHEREAS, the City of Kenai has title to the property identified as Lots 1 - 6, Block 1 and Lots 1 - 7, Block 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision; and WHEREAS, in 1965 the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant program was established by the Department of the Interior to provide for the acquisition of land and development of outdoor recreation areas; and WHEREAS, in 1980, an Amendment to Project Agreement was approved by the Department of the Interior and the State of Alaska replacing 7.9i acres of Kenai Municipal Park under Section 6(f)(3) of the LWCF Act restrictions with 43i acres of land which is primarily located within the Kenai Golf Course and includes Lots 1 -6, Block 1, and Lots 1 - 7, Block 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision; and WHEREAS, Lots 1 - 6, Block 1, and Lots 1 - 7, Block 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision do not currently have an outdoor recreational use and the highest and best use of the property is for residential lots; and WHEREAS, the City of Kenai desires to sell Lots 1 - 6, Block 1 and Lots 1 - 7, Block 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision as residential lots and dedicate the proceeds from the sale towards the construction of a multipurpose recreation facility in Kenai; and WHEREAS, the law provides for a conversion of use with the approval of Alaska Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation and the National Park Service; and WHEREAS, the City has initiated the conversion process and asked for the release of LWCF restrictions from Lots 1 - 6, Block 1 and Lots 1 - 7, Block 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision and that the restrictions be placed on the adjacent city-owned golf course and substitute property that the State of Alaska will provide within one year; and WHEREAS, the conversion process requires advertising and a public hearing and the results of the hearing provided to Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation immediately if there is a consensus of public opinion against the conversion; and WHEREAS, KMC 22.05.010 and 22.05.030 require that disposal or sale of lands shall be made only when, in the judgment of the City Council, such lands are not required for a public purpose. Page 1 of 2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that certain City-Owned land described as Lots i - 6, Block 1 and Lots i - 7, Block 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision, is not required for a public purpose and can be sold, and that Land and Water Conservation restrictions be converted to substitute land. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA this 17th day of June, 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Introduced: Adopted: Effective: June 3, 1998 June 17, 1998 July 17, 1998 Page 2 of 2 CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ M emoranclum 1992 Date: To.' From: May 28, 1998 Richard A. Ross, City Manager ~ · Kirn Howard, Administrative Assistant ~/~ Sale of Blocks 1/h 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision Attached is Ordinance No. 1785-98 finding the above referenced property not needed for a public purpose and available for sale. The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the ordinance at their May 27, 1998 meeting and unanimously recommended the ordinance be approved. As a brief history, the Kenai Municipal Golf Course was partially constructed on LWCF 6(f)(3) restricted lands. Included in the restricted portion are approximately five acres that are not utilized for outdoor recreation. The City has requested the release of LWCF restrictions from Blocks 1 and 2, and that the restrictions be placed on the adjacent city-owned golf course and substitute property that the State of Alaska will provide within one year. The conversion process requires advertising and a public hearing. The results of the hearing are to be provided to Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation immediately if there is a consensus of public opinion against the conversion. The City Administration believes the best use of the property is residential lots. After the conversion, the lots Within Blocks 1 and 2 will be sold, and proceeds will be dedicated toward a multipurpose recreation facility. Attachment /kh Suggested by: Administratio,, City of Kenai ORDINANCE NO. 1786-98 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA APPROPRIATING $60,000 FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE CHALLENGER LEARNING CENTER OF ALASKA IN THE CHALLENGER CAPITAL PROJECT FUND. WHEREAS, the City has agreed to provide construction management and accounting for the construction of the Challenger Learning Center; and WHEREAS, the non-profit Board of Directors of Challenger Learning Center of Alaska has requested that the City begin the design process; and WHEREAS, all funding of this phase of the project will be provided by the non- profit entity. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the following appropriation be made: Challenger Capital Project Fund Increase Estimated Revenues: Miscellaneous Revenue $6O,O0O Increase Appropriations' Administration Engineering $ 6,000 54,000 $60.000 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 17th day of June, 1998. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (5/29/98) kl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: June 3, 1998 June 17, 1998 June 17, 1998 '":.aw R. Graves City Attorney CITY OF KENAI 210 Fidalgo Avenue Suite 200 Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 (907) 283-3441 FAX (907) 283-3014 TERMINATION OF LEASE THE CONTINUUM CORPORATION, and LEO A. GRASSO and JOHN VERDUGO individually, whose mailing address is 190 Kidder Street, Soledad, CA 93960, and the CITY OF KENAI, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200, Kenai, Alaska 99611, hereby agrees the Lease recorded June 27, 1995 at Book 465, Page 579, for the property located in the Kenai Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska described as follows' Lot 1, Spur Subdivision, Senior Citizen Addition, according to Plat No. 91-048 is terminated effective May 31, 1998. The lessee will be responsible for payment of the 1998 property taxes on the above-described property. DATED this day of , 199_____ LESSEE: INDIVIDUALLY: THE CONTINUUM CO RPORATION' By: By: Leo A. Grasso By' Title' John Verdugo Termination of Lease - Page 1 of 3 Cary R. Graves City Attorney CITY OF KENAI 210 Fidalgo Avenue Suite 200 Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 (907) 283-3441 FAX (907) 283-3014 LESSOR: CITY OF KENAI Richard A. Ross, City Manager STATE OF , , ) )ss JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of ~, 199____, , being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument. Notary Public for My Commission Expires: STATE OF ) )ss JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of , 199___, , being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument. Notary Public for My Commission Expires: Termination of Lease- Page 2 of 3 Cary R. 'Graves ,) City Attorney CITY OF KENAI 210 Fidalgo Avenue Suite 200 Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 (907) ae3-344,~ FAX (907) 283-3014 STATE OF THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of _, 1998, Name- , Title' , of being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument on behalf of said corporation. Notary Public for My Commission Expires' STATE OF ALASKA THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) )ss ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of ,199 ...., RICHARD A. ROSS, City Manager of the City of Kenai, Alaska, being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument on behalf of said City. Notary Public for Alaska My Commission Expires' Termination of Lease - Page 3 of 3 CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ M emoranClum Date: To: From; May 27, 1998 Richard A. Ross, City Manager P'~~ L Kim Howard, Administrative Assistant ~~ Termination of Lease- The Continuum Corporation On June 20, 1995, The Continuum Corporation and Leo A. Grasso & John D. Verdugo individually, entered into a 99-year lease with the City for Lot 1, Spur Subdivision, Senior Citizen Addition. The purpose was to build an assisted living complex. The completion date for major construction was May 31, 1997. In May of 1997, at the request of The Continuum Corporation, the City Council extended the completion date for major construction to May 31, 1998. The lessee has written they are unable to secure financing for the facility. The lease states, "Leases in good standing may be cancelled in whole or in part at any time upon mutual written agreement by Lessee and the City Council.' Annual rent is $9,060. Rent has been paid through May 31st. Does the City Council wish to cancel the lease? Enclosures /kh The Con /nuum Corporal~on John D. Verdugo CEO The Continuum Corporation 307 Vista de Om Hollister, CA 95023 May 8, 1998 Richard ^. Ross City Manager City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Ave. Kenai, Alaska 99611 RECEIVED ~Y I 3 1998 '" CiTY OF KENAI j ADMINISTRATION , RE: Lot 1, Spur Subdivision, Senior Citizen Addition Dear Mr. Ross: The Continuum Corporation(TCC) is not able to secure appropriate financing for Autumn Court Assisted Living Facility. Our intent is not to submit for renewal of Lot1, Spur Subdivision, Senior Citizen Addition. Citizens of Kenai and their representatives have extended to TCC support and cooperation a company hopes for but rarely gets. Thank you! TCC is open to joint venture discussions with organizations or individuals who can complete the project. SINCERELY, ugo CEO The Continuum Corporation 380 Senior Court · Kenai, Alaska99611 · Phone907-283-6269 · FAX907-283-5848 CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ I~cJ2 M emoranClum Date: To: From: May 27, 1998 Richard A. Ross, City Manager Klm Howard, Administrative Assistant Special Use Permit-Dottie Fischer Dottie Fischer d/b/a Alaska's Best Travel's Special Use Permit will expire on June 5th 1998. She would like to renew the permit under the same terms and conditions until June 30th 1999. Attached is a copy of the proposed permit. The Airport Commission recommended approval at their May 14th meeting. If the proposed permit is approved by the City Council the document can be executed. Attachment Cc: Dottie Fischer /kh Cary R. Grave. CJty Attorney CITY OF K£NAI 210 I=idalgo Avenue Suite 200 Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 FAX (~07) 283-30~4 SPECIAL USE PERMIT DATE: The CITY OF KENAI for the considerations and pursuant to the conditions and requirements set forth below hereby grants to: Dottle Fischer P.O. Box 3625 Kenai, ,AK 99611 hereinafter sometimes referred to as the PERMITTEE, the right to operate a travel agency at the Kenai Municipal Airport at the location shown as Space 31 on Exhibit "A" which is attached. 1. Term: The term of this Special Use Permit is for approximately13 months, commencing on the 6"~ day of June 1998, to the 30"' day of June 1999. 2. Rental Payment: follows: The rental specified heroin shall be payable as A. Right of entry and occupancy is authorized as of the 6"~ day of June 1998. B. Rental shall be a monthly fee of $247.50 based on $1.65 per square foot for 150 square feet, for the privilege of conducting the business authorized heroin, plus any applicable tax. C. The payment shall be made to the City of Kenai, City Administration Building, Kenai, Alaska, or by mailing to the following address' City of Kenai, 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200, Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794. 3. Use: The use by the PERMITTEE of the premises described above is limited to the purposes specified herein and is not intended to grant any exclusive use to the described premises unless otherwise provided above. This use is also subject to the reasonable administrative actions of the City of Kenai for the protection and maintenance of the premises and of adjacent and contiguous lands or facilities. 4. Regulations: The exercise of the use granted herein is at all times to be subject to the regulations governing the Kenai Municipal Airport titled "Kenai Special Use Permit - Page 1 of 4 Cary' R. Grave. C~ty Altomey CITY OF KENAI 210 ~ Avenue Suile 2{)0 FAX (9O7) 283-30~4 Municipal Airport Regulations", issued in 1976 or any amendments thereto. By signing this Permit, the PERMITTEE acknowledges that he has received a copy of said regulations and has familiarized himself therewith and will comply with the requirements of said regulations. .. 5. Solicitation: Solicitation of donations or the promotion or operation of any part or kind of business or commercial enterprise not contemplated by this Special Use Permit upon, in, or above airport lands without the wdtten consent of the CITY, is prohibited. 6. Removal of Pro.oerty: Any or all personal or real property placed or used upon lands or in facilities in violation of the preceding prohibitions may be removed and/or impounded by the City of Kenai, and when so removed and/or impounded, such property may be redeemed by the owner thereof only upon the payment to the CITY of the costs of removal plus storage charges of $25.00 per day. 7. Reassio_nment/Relocation: Should it be necessary to reassign PERMITTEE to a different area of the airport terminal, the parties agree as follows: It will be the intention of the CITY to give PERMITTEE as much notice in advance as possible of such reassignment. The costs of relocation, including the costs of moving and setting up counter and related facilities, shall be borne by the PERMITTEE. Should reassignment and relocation be necessary, PERMITTEE shall be provided and afforded equivalent space, in terms of both area and location, as that which it presently occupies, to the extent found feasible by the Airport Manager. 8. Risks' PERMITTEE will provide ali proper safeguards and shall assume all risks incurred in performing its services hereunder. 9. Hold Harmless- PERMITTEE agrees to save the CITY harmless from all actions, suits, liabilities, or damages resulting from, or adsing out of, any acts of commission or omission by the PERMITTEE, his agents, employees, customers, or invitees, or adsing from or out of the PERMITTEE's occupation or use of the premises demised or privileges granted and to pay all costs connected therewith. ' 10. Forbearance: Failure to insist upon a strict compliance with the terms, conditions, and requirements heroin contained, or referred to, shall not constitute or be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of the right to exercise such terms, conditions or requirements. 11. Insurance: The PERMITTEE shall provide proof of insurance coverage on the travel agency and its contents. Such insurance coverage shall be in an amount satisfactory to the Airport Manager. Special Use Permit - Page 2 of 4 Ca~/R. Grave. c;ly Allomey CITY OF KENAI 2~0 Fldak]o ,~veeue Suite 200 Ken~, Alaska 99611-7794 (907) 263-.3441 F:,~X (OO7) 2e3-30 12. Unit Maintenance: The PERMITTEE shall be solely responsible for the maintenance and for keeping the unit clean. 13. Disaavantaged Business Entemrise Participation_: PERMITTEE (concessionaire) is required to take all necessary and reasonable steps to foster Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation in its airport concession activities. A. "This agreement is subject to the requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation's regulations, 49 CFR Part 23, Subpart F. The concessionaire agrees that it will not discriminate against any business owner because of the owner's race, color, national odgin, or sex in connection with the award or performance of any concession agreement covered by 49 CFR Part 23, Subpart F." B. "The concessionaire agrees to include the above statements in any subsequent concession agreements that it enters and cause those businesses to similarly include the statements in further agreements." 14. Cancellation: Permits in good standing may be canceled in whole or in part at any time upon mutual written agreement by PERMITTEE and the Cit' Council or by the PERMITTEE upon thirty (30) days PERMITTEE notice. CITY OF KENAI' By: i~ichard A. Ross City Manager PERMITTEE: By: _ Name Title Special Use Permit- Page 3 of 4 Car,/R. Grave~ CITY OF KENAI 210 Fidalg~ A~ Suite ~00 Kenai. Ala~,a eg~l 1.7794 (9O7) 283-344~ FAX (~07) 283-3014 STATE OF ALASKA THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) )ss ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of ,1998, RICHARD A. ROSS, City Manager of the City of Kenai, Alaska, being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument on behalf of said City. Notary Public for Alaska My Commission Expires' STATE OF ALASKA THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ) )ss ) THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this. day of 1998, , being personally known tO; me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument. Notary Public for Alaska My Commission Expires: Special Use Permit - Page 4 of 4 · · .e · ' A · · · A · ~v ev OV OV I.I14 0 iJ 0,44 0 44 0 Mv~q~,~. DRAF MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION AGREEMENT between CITY OF KENAI and KENAI VISITORS & CONVENTION BUREAU, INC. The parties to this agreement are the City of Kenai ("City") and the Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau, Inc. ("Bureau"). The purpose of this agreement is to define the roles and obligations of the parties regarding the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center ("Center"). This agreement shall take effect July 1, 1998 and shall be in effect until revoked by either party upon thirty days written notice. THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS: le The Bureau shall be responsible for operation of the Center. As facility manager, the Bureau shall provide viskor and convention services at the Center (including promotion), the operation of the Cultural Center, the coordination of meetings and conferences, and arrangements of displays and exhibks in the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center. The Bureau will be responsible for costs associated with operating activities, such as all personnel costs, telephone, postage, printing, promotional and advertising costs, travel, equipment maintenance, and general office expenses. e It shall be the responsibility of the City to provide for janitorial services, snow removal and landscaping. . The City shall be responsible for maintenance of the Center, including building repairs and maintenance, restroom supplies, plumbing and electric supplies, and other costs ordinarily inddental to the maintenance of a public facility. The City shall be MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION AGREEMENT - Page 1 of 4 responsible for providing the utilities (water, sewer, electricity, heat, and garbage removal) for the Center. ge The Bureau shall set fees for use of the facility. The Bureau shall receive those fees in order to help defray its operating expenses. Should a use of the facility generating fees that go to the Bureau require additional janitorial services, other than that provided by the City, the Bureau shall be responsible for paying for those additional janitorial services. 0 The Bureau shall maintain worker's compensation, general public liability, and personal property damage insurance in amounts acceptable to the City Manager. The City shall be named as an additional insured on the public liability insurance. The personal property damage insurance referred to above may exclude art exhibks, displays, and museum articles. ,, The City shall maintain real property insurance on the Center in a commercially reasonable amount. e Smoking will not be allowed within the Center. e The Bureau shall operate the Center in compliance with all federal, state, and local civil fights laws and regulations. 1 In addition to the fees collected by the Bureau as described in Paragraph 4 above, as compensation for operation of the Center, the City will pay the Bureau $65,000 per fiscal year. Any compensation due for portions of a month or fiscal year will be prorated based on the number of days the agreement is in effect during that year. The compensation described above will be paid in monthly installments upon billing by the Bureau. 10. The Bureau agrees to keep reliable accounting records and to prepare financial statements annually in accordance with generally accepted accounting prindples. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION AGREEMENT - Page 2 of 4 Such financial statements shall be reviewed by a certified public accountant. The Bureau shall share in the cost of the review up to $700. Any cost for the review above $700 shall be the responsibility of the City. The Bureau agrees that its accounting records shall be available for inspection by the City of Kenai upon reasonable notice, and that the City may direct an audit at the City's expense. 11. The Bureau shall provide an annual report to the City of Kenai by April 15 every year. The purpose of the Bureau's annual report is to highlight the Bureau's activities dining the previous calendar year. 12. The Bureau shall promptly provide to the City of Kenai copies of all approved minutes from the Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau's regular board of directors' meetings. 13. Although the Bureau is not mandated by law to comply with the State of Alaska's Open Meetings Act (Alaska Statute $44.62.310 (Michie 1996)), the Bureau's board of directors' meetings shall be open to the public. During meetings of the board of directors, the Bureau retains the right to move into executive session upon their discretion. DATED this ~ of ,1998. CI]~ OF KENAI KENAI VISITORS & CONVE~ION BUREAU Richard A. Ross City Manager Kathy Tarr Executive Director MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION AGREEMENT - Page 3 of 4 STATE OF ALASKA THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT This is to certify that on the day of , 1998, Richard A. Ross, City Manager of the City of Kenai, being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument on behalf of said city for the purposes therein mentioned. Notary Public for Alaska My commission expires: STATE OF ALASKA THIRD JUDICIAL DISTKICT This is to certify that on the day of , 1998, Kathy Tarr, Executive Director of the Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau, Inc., being personally known to me or having produced satisfactory evidence of identification, appeared before me and acknowledged the voluntary and authorized execution of the foregoing instrument on behalf of said city for the purposes therein mentioned. Notary Public for Alaska My commission expires: MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION AGREEMENT - Page 4 of 4 Vesta Leigh, 02:12 AM 5/24/199, Letter to Mayor and Council X-Sender' twin@alaska.net Rate. Sun, 24 May 1998 02:12-48 -0800 ~--clerkcty@ptialaska.net From- Vesta Leigh <twin@alaska. net> Subject. Letter to Mayor and Council Mayor Williams. RECEIVED 2 6 i998 I CITY CLE .... ; ~ "~'~' , ...... '? ' 'Z'_, 5-23-98 Sir. I have a problem I not only want to make you aware of...but I would appreciate it if you would see that it is included in the council packet. Last Wed., May 21 there were several people from my residential area who attended council. Within the first minute of proceedings I called out that you could not be heard. I was there for a little over an hour and I could only hear bits and pieces of what was said from council podium. At least 3 of the people who were with me also had that problem. I left in disgust. I had taken time to come out and hear a concern before the council. But I might as well have rayed home and watched a re-run of the Gong Show! In my opinion the problem is POOR USAGE. Most of the council leaned back in their big chairs and talked to one another (heads turned away from the citizens AND their microphones.) There is considerable noise in the hall from some kind of ventilation system. It tends to override weak microphones. The only person I could hear consistently was James Carter who was speaking to the council from the floor and who was using his microphone properly. There were heated feelings as we discussed this later. I will quote some of the statements. "They don't want you to hear what they are discussing". "I think they should all have straight back wooden chairs with no arms." ~They spend big money on all kinds of things there is NO reason they can't have a system we can hear." "If they are so thoughtless it should be compulsory for them to wear lapel mic' s." And last, but not least, ~We could file a complaint against them under the Americans with Disabilities Act. ,~fter all, we are hearing impaired and it's public business they are conducting." :Printed ~or City o~ Kenai Clerk <clerkcty~ptialaska.net> 1 i' Ves=a Leigh, 02:12 AM 5/24/199, Letter to Mayor and Council Also in the last 4 months several of us attended a "work session" of the Planing and Zoning Committee. The notice in the paper said the public was welcome to at~end. The committee then sat at the lower tables, on the audience level. They sat al 1 around said table and at least half of them had their backs to the audience (the public who was invited to attend.'). There was no microphones on the table. Only ONE member could be heard most of the time. Most of them could not be heard at all except an occasional "phantom" word. One, heard not at all. Thank you for your attention. We are eager to hear (no pun intended) your solutions. Vesta Leigh P.O. Box 905 Kenai, AK 283 -4518 PROCLAMATION FOR CEN~U~ 2000 i/ Wherea~, the census is vital to our community in that it determines the apportionment of seats in the United States House of Representatives and our state's legislature, and is the basis for the allocation of billions of dollars of federal, state and local funding for social and other programs; and Whereas, the census is also used to help determine where to locate schools, day care centers, senior citizen centers, hospitals and other facilities and is used to make decisions concerning business growth and jobs; and Whereas, census information is confidential and federal law prohibits any public or private agency from gaining access to confidential census data; and · Whereas, the City of Kenai is committed to a full and accurate census count and is placing special emphasis on enumerating members of population groups traditionally undercounted; NOW, THEItEFO~, I, JOHN J. WILL~S, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, hereby declare Census 2000 as a top priority for stakeholders and leaders within our community and encourage participation in our jurisdiction's Complete Count Committee. I also urge full participation by members of our municipal staff in all matters related to technical preparation for Census 2000, including the annual Boundary and Annexation Survey and the Local Update of Census Addresses. DATED: ATTEST: This 3~d day of June, 1998. Carol L. Freas, City Clerk CITY OF KENAI · 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ M emoranClUm I~J2 Date: To: From: May 27, 1998 Mayor and Council Richard A. Ross, City Manager Airport Development Proposal/Scope of Work After review of Council comments, the Airport Master Plan, Airport Commission minutes, information submitted by Mr. Carter, and information provided by the FAA, the following is put forward for your consideration. There is general agreement that while the present runway could be lengthened to 10, 500', the exiating 7,575' could not be strengthened to accept heavy cargo jet traffic without a total rebuild. Even were this possible, the location of the present airport makes development of this kind unacceptable to the public, carriers and FAA. The construction of new 10,500' runway, and infrastructure to support it, would be necessary to accommodate proposed international air cargo operations. In order for this to fall into place: become a reality, the following elements would need to le There must be strong interest and commitment on the part of air cargo carriers. e Suitable site locations need to be explored, impacts assessed, and public support and acceptance received. . Support from the State Administration and FAA is problematic based on project costs. They also have an interest in seeing any overflow from Anchorage forced to Fairbanks to help the financial viability of that airport. Mayor and Council Memorandum May 27, 1998 Page 2 o Congressional delegation support would also be problematic without State Administration and FAA support. The key is obtaining strong support and commitment from air cargo carriers in conjunction with a site that ha~ community acceptance. Based on the elements listed above, the following scope and order of work is suggested if Council enters into a contract with Mr. Carter. The contract should require that a report be submitted after each step and then Council would determine whether to proceed to the next step. le Cargo carriers are surveyed as to future plans and how a facility in Kenai could fit into their plans. Their level of interest and commitment would be requested in writing. Carter has stated that he has already received verbal responses from some carriers. Mr. e Identify potential land masses that could support the runway and necessary infrastructure by location, size and ownership. If Council determines to proceed based on the results of the preceding steps, then the contract could be expanded to include facilitation of a public meeting between the Council, air. cargo carriers, and Airport Commission. This meeting would address potential economic gains, impacts to the community, and development of joint strategies in furthering the project if the Council determines to proceed. On June 11t~ Mr. Carter will be making a presentation to the Airport Commission. I will be in attendance to receive any comments or suggestions they might have. Subsequent to that meeting, unless directed otherwise by the Council, we will proceed with development of a contract to accomplish the scope of work in the stages previously outlined. The City's proposal will be to request hourly rates for consultant work to include clerical support, as well as addressing other anticipated expenses. Past consultant contracts would be used as a guide in negotiating acceptable rates. The contract would require status reporting to Council with each billing. l~R/kh CITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ !c~92 MEMORANDUM TO: Kenai City Council FROM: C ~' Car~ IL Graves, City Attorney DATE: May 28, 1998 RE: Utility Franchises This question came up during the last council meeting regarding charging cable television operators for the use of city rights-of-way. Article 8 of the Kenai City Charter (adopted in 1963) outlines the granting of utility franchises in the City of Kenai. Until 1970, the cable television industry was regulated by cities and boroughs rather than the State of Alaska. In 1970 the legislature passed the Alaska Public Utilities Commission Act. That act included cable television as a regulated public utility. The Alaska Public Utilities Commission Act, while not totally invalidating franchise agreements, in large part took authority to regulate utilities from local government and gave it to the Alaska Public Utilities Commission. B-C C~le Co. v. City and t~ou~ of i~, 613 P.2d 616 (Alaska 1980)(APUC Act does not void municipal franchise bur does grant APUC power to approve or veto municipal franchise tax). Conflicts regarding state and municipal law are usually resolved in favor of state law where the area is one in which the state has exercised jurisdiction. C~ Elec. Ass'n v. City of Andm'age, 476 P.2d 115 (Alaska 1970) (City of Anchorage could not refuse to issue building permit for utility service authorized by Public Service Commission). Included in the A.PUC Act was Alaska Statute $42.05.251 (Michie 1996) which granted all public utilities the fight to operate in municipal rights-of-way subject to reasonable terms and conditions of the City. That section was the focal poim of much of the Homer Electric litigation. Under Section 251 the City lost the fight to exclude utilities from operating in the fight-of-way. While the City may charge a reasonable permk fee, that fee "may not exceed the actual cost to the municipality of the utility's use o£ the public way and of administering the permit program." Any dispute as to the reasonableness o£ the fee will be decided by the APUC. Section 251 essentially removed municipalides' ability to use their fights-of-way as a revenue source. In the early 1980's, the City spent considerable time and money looking into franchising cable TV. A lengthy and comprehensive draft: ordinance was prepared for consideration. It is my Kenai Ci~ Council May 28, 1998 Page 2 of 2 understanding that the Council determined that it did not want to get into the business of trying to regulate the cable television business. If you have any questions regarding this issue, please let me know. CRG/sp KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JI~E 3, 1998 INFORMATION ITEMS o 5 / 20/98 City Council meeting "To Do" List. e Kenai Legislative InfOrmation Office End of Session Update. , 5 / 25 / 98 After Graduation Committee thank-you letter. o 4/30/98 KPB Quarterly Report of Key Economic Indicators. TO DO LIST MAY 20, 1998 CITY COUNCIL MEETING CRG Prepare Board of Adjustment decision regarding Jerry Stock appeal. Research language in Charter regarding utility charges as they pertain to current GCI Cable TV. Admin Prepare resolution and proclamation supporting Census 2000. Begin negotiating a contract for professional services to research possibilities for new airport. Proceed with Golf Course lots as stated by City Manager. Clerk Send letters of appointment to Art Graveley (P&Z Commission) and Bob Favretto (Airport Commission). Find minutes from meeting in which Mayor stated steps Historic District Board should take. KENAI LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION OFFIG END OF SESSION UPDATE ltOISL TOR£ OJOUO85 $11tlOlt The Alaska Legislature adjourned without minutes to spare, Tuesday, May 12th. After all the dust settled, a total of 1042 bills and resolutions were introduced, with 346 passing both houses. Among these, some of the bills closely watched by Kenai Peninsula residents include: SB36: "An Act relating to public schools; relating to the definition of a school district, to the transportation of students, to employment of chief school administrators, to school district layoff plans, to the special education service agency, and to the child care grant program; and providing for an effective date." HB406: "An Act authorizing the Board of FiSheries and the Board of Game to idemify fish and game that are taken for subsistence and to identify subsistence and nonsubsistence areas; relating to the establishment of preferences for and to regulation of subsistence fishing and hunting; relating to advisory committees." SJR42: "Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Alaska relating to marriage." I-~375: "An Act relating to children-in-need-of-aid matters and proceedings; relating to child abuse and neglect; relating to kidnapping and the crime of endangering the welfare of a child; relating to sentencing for certain crimes; relating to the state medical examiner and reviews of child fatalities; relating to modification of child support orders by the child support enforcement agency; relating to access to, confidentiality of, and release of certain information concerning children, child abuse and neglect, and child fatalities; authorizing the Department of Health and Social Services to enter into an interstate compact concerning adoption and medical assistance for certain children with special needs; relating to the review of cases involving certain children who are in the custody of the state; authorizing thc establishment of multidisciplinary child protection teams and relating to their duties; relating to persons required to report suspected child abuse or neglect; relating to foster care and foster parents; relating to access to certain crim_inal justice information and licensure of certain child care facilities; mending Rule 218, Alaska Rules of Appellate Procedure; and amending Rules 3, 7, 10, 15, 18, 19, and 22, Alaska Child in Need of Aid Rules." The bills listed above are only a fraction of the legislation from this session. Please stop by or contact the Kenai LIO for a complete list. Cn June 1~t, office hours for the Kenai Legislative Information Office will remm to thc interim schedule of Monday through Friday, 8AM-4:30PM, closed for lunch. Until then, we will remain open during the lunch hour and close at 5:30pm to better assist you. District legislators and their staff are expected to remm in the next couple of weeks. KENAI LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION OFFICE END OF SESSION UPDATE Interim contact numbers: Sen. John Torgers0n 145 Main St Lp Ste 226 Kenai, AK 99611 283-269O 283-9267/fax Staff: Mary Jackson Nancy Kosch Krystal Murphy Sen. Jerry Ward 145 Main St Lp Ste 220 Kenai, AK 9961 ! 283-7996 283-3075/fax 258-8183 Anchorage Staff: Amy Ragula Rep. Gaii Phillips 345 W Sterling Hwy Ste 102B Homer, AK 99603 235-2921 ..... 235-4008/fax Staff: Billie Rae Gillas Rep. Gary_ Davis 145 Main St Lp Ste 223 Kenai, AK 99611 283-7095 283-3075/fax Staff: Darwin Peterson Julie Tauriainen Rep. Mark Hod~ins 145 Main St Lp Ste 221 Kenai, AK 99611 283-7223 283-3075/fax Staff: Tom Malminen Gary Cadd Pat Carter Email Addresses: Kenai_LIO(~legis.~te.~.us Senator_John_Torgerson~legis.state.ak.us Representative_Gary_Davis~legis.state.ak.us Senator_Jerry_Ward~legis.state.ak.us Representative_Mark_Hodgins~legis.state.ak.us Representative_Gail_Phillips~legis.state.ak.us The following is a list of intemet websites to assist you with information and research on the State of Alaska and the Alaska Legislature: Alaska Legislature's homepage: h ttp ://www. legis.s tate.ak, us State of Alaska's homepage: http ://www.state. ak. us Division of Elections homepage: http:l/www, state, ak. us/kgov/elections/ homepage.html Federal Legislative Information: http ://thomas.loc. gov Aspecial legislative session, to convene May 26m, has been called by Governor Tony Knowles to cor~ider the following subjects: (1) an amendmem to the Alaska Constitution granting authority to the Legislature to provide a priority, based on place of. residence, for the taking of fish and wildlife and other renewable natural resources for subsistence uses; and (2) laws implememing the priority described in (1) of the proclamation. Please watch for upcoming teleconference announcements on subsistence, or call us at 283-2030 to be added to the interest list. AFTER GRADUATION COMMITTEE KENAI CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL KENAI, AK 99611 ~ "R'£C~ HAY 2' K NA'I CITY CLER~ t__~__ , __ i , iii llllll May 25, 1998 City of Kenai 210 Fidalgo Kenai. AK 99611 Dear City of Kenai' Without you our after graduation activities would not have been possible. Thank you for the use of the Kenai Recreation Center and for your generous donation of $300.00. As usual, Bob Frates and his staff at the Rec Center were most accommodating and a pleasure to work with. We had an excellent turnout at after graduation activities and much fun was had by all. Again, thank you for making this memorable event possible. Sincerely, · Debbie Allen Committee Member cc: Bob Frates KENAI PENINSUi& BOROUGH OF KEY ECONOMIC INDICATORS . Mike Navarre Borough Mayor April 30,1998 Produced by.. .............. Kenal Peninsula Borough ...... .......... Economic. Development. District, Inc. P.6.Box 3029 Kenal, Alaska 99611-3029 Execlltive Sllllllllart/ ,, SectiOll 1- Real Estate Sources: City of Homer City of Kenai City of Soldotna City of Seward Section 2-Utilities - , ,,, Sources: Homer Electric Association City of Seward Public Utilities TU of the Northland GTE Section 3- Empleyment and Earnings___.._11 Sources: Alaska Department of Labor, Research & Analysis Section Section 4- Sales Tax- , Sources: Kenai Peninsula Borough _15 Section 5- Cest ef Living Sources: Alaska Cooperative Extension ?2 Sectien 6- Empleyment and Pepulatien Tables ...... Sources.. Alaska Department of Labor, Research & Analysis Section ?4 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. The economic indicators for the Kenai Penin- sula Borough show signs of mild but steady growth in most areas of the economy. Building activity demonstrated slow move- ment, which is to be expected in the 1st quarter of the year. Some new residential construction activity occurred. Most com- mercial activity occurred in the new addi- tion/alteration category. More growth should be anticipated as we enter the 2nd quarter when spring and summer start-ups will push the building season into high gear. The number of permits issued for the 1st quarter ranged from 6 to 11 for the cities of Homer, Soldotna, Seward, and Kenai. Kenai led the way by having the most permits while Homer had the least. The total value of the permits for the cities ranged from $237,154 for Soldotna to $703,075 for Seward. Utility data showed differing trends. Homer Electric Association data showed that residen- tial customers increased during the 4th quar- ter 1997 and were projected to decrease in the 1st quarter 1998. Homer Electrical Asso- ciation also shows a seasonal cycle with a boost of construction accounts occurring in the spring and summer months. Seward Public Utility electric data exhibited another increase in a six year trend. Residential elec- trical accounts grew by 201 in number for the 1st quarter of 1998 in comparison to 1997, which translates into a growth rate over 13%. PTI access lines increased by 1,614 at a growth rate of over 6%. GTE has continued its pattern of growth in the number of tele- phone access lines. GTE access lines in- creased by 128 accounts comparing the 1st quarter of 1997 with the 1st quarter of 1998 with a growth rate of over 4%. The Kenai Peninsula Borough demonstrated slight but stable job growth at .81% compar- ing the 3rd quarter of 1996 with the 3rd quarter of 1997. Mining which includes mostly oil & gas, showed strong growth with a gain of 316 jobs. Retail trade and construc- tion also posted job growth gains at 232 and 84. Moderate increases came in transporta- tion, communications, & public utilities; wholesale trade; finance, insurance, & real estate; federal government; and local govern- ment. Manufacturing offset some of the gains in oil & gas, retail, and construction with a loss of 220 jobs. Other losses came in state government at a decline of 14 jobs. Monthly earnings exhibited improvement with over a 5% increase. Average monthly salary rose from $2,354 to $ 2,477. Construc- tion and manufacturing showed the most improvement. Mining and finance, insur- ance, and real estate demonstrated slight losses. Other sectors showed moderate but not sizable gains. Total earnings also showed improvement. Mining; construction; trans- portation, communication, & public utilities; wholesale trade; retail trade; finance, insur- ance, & real estate; federal government; state government; and local government led the way with increases in total yearly, earnings. The unemployment rate fell in February com- pared to the first of the year. The Kenai Peninsula Borough overall, added 508 jobs. Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. B.uilding.i. rermitSiCitv of nOmer ,' The City of Homer issued 55 building per- mits for 1997. A breakdown shows 28 new residential construction, 15 residential addi- tion/alteration, 6 new commercial construo tion, and 6 commercial addition/alteration. For the 1st quarter of 1998, the City of Homer issued 6 permits. A breakdown shows 5 new residential construction and 1 new commercial construction. The total value of 1st quarter permits equaled $629,970. The value for new residential construction equaled $594,000, and the value for new commercial construction equaled $35,970. Figure 1-1 represents City of Homer building permits for 1997 and the 1st quarter of 1998. The 1st quarter is usually a slow time Flgllre 14 Horror BuHcling PefTrdl:51997 arid of the year for new construction. In the 1st quarter of 1998, Homer showed no construc- tion activity for the months of January and February. All activity occurred during March. BUildi.ng permits ciW. Of.Kenai The City of Kenai issued 89 building permits in 1997. A breakdown shows 35 new resi- dential construction, 32 residential addi- tion/alteration, 6 new commercial construc- tion, 14 commercial addition/alteration, and 2 multifamly dwellings. For the 1st quarter of 1998, Kenai issued eleven permits. The city issued 4 new resi- dential construction, 4 residential addition/ alterations, 1 commercial, and 2 commercial addition/alterations. The total value of the permit activity was $664,500, up from $476,900 in the first quarter of 1997. Table 1-1 shows a comparison of building permits. Table 14 Kenal Building Permits New Residential Residential Add./Alter. New Commercial Commercial Add./Alter. Multifamily Dwelling Total 1998 11 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. Construction activity has increased in the 1st quarter of 1998 from 6 to 11 permits. Figure 1-2 shows a comparison of building permit activity for 1997 and the 1st quarter of 1998. Like the City of Homer, the 1st quarter of the year exhibited slow movement for construction activity. A small percentage of total annual construction occurred in the 1st quarter of the year. In the first quarter of 1998, Soldotna issued 7 additional permits. The city issued 1 new resident permit, 1 commercial permit, and 5 commercial addition/alteration permits. The total value of permits issued for the first quarter of 1998 equaled $237,154. Figure 1-3 depicts a comparison of 1997 and 1st quarter 1998 building permits for the City of Soldotna. 1-2 0 BUilding rormits, of SOldotna Soldotna issued 56 new building permits in 1997. A break-down in the kind of permit activity shows that Soldotna issued 24 new residential permits, 12 residential addition/ alterations permits, 9 new commercial per- mits, and 11 commercial addition/alter- ations. The total value of the 56 permits issued in 1997 equaled $4,630,306. Fig.re 1-3 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. BUilding rermits' eltv,of Seward The City of Seward issued 66 total building permits for 1997. A breakdown of the per- mits into categories shows 6 new residential, 26 residential alterations/additions, 12 new commercial, and 22 commercial alterations/ additions. During the first quarter of 1998, the city issued 9 permits. A breakdown shows 1 new residential, 4 residential alterations/addi. tions, 2 new commercial, and 2 commercial alterations/additions. The total value of the nine permits equaled $703,075. Figure 14 shows a comparison of 1997 permits and 1st quarter 1998. Again, this quarter is typically a slow time for new construction and build- ing. Table 1-2 shows the number of residential permits issued in the first quarter of 1993 through 1998. The first quarter 1995 and Rgnre 1-4 1998 had the highest number of permits at 6 and 5 respectively. 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 Table 1-2 Seward Residential Building Permits 1st quarter Residential Add/Alt 0 2 5 1 0 4 Table 1-3 shows commercial building per- mits for the City of Seward for the 1st quar- ter 1993 through 1998. The city issued the largest number of permits including both new commercial and commercial additions/ alterations in 1997 with 8. The city also issued 7 in 1994, 6 in 1995, and 4 in 1998. Table 1-3 Seward CIInlaerclal Building Permits lstqnarter 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 Commercial Add/Alt 1 7 4 1 6 2 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. HEA sewes a~ a~ea uritk boundaries o[ Sterling in t~ east, Nikiski in the no?~h~ and English, Bay in t~ south. Number of Customers 1st Quaffer: HEA increased from 18,130 residential cus- tomers in the fourth quarter of 1996 to 18,910 in the fourth quarter of 1997. Resi- dential customers were projected to fall slightly to 18,831 in the first quarter of 1998. Figure 2-1 shows a comparison of quarterly residential customers data for the years 1996, 1997, and 1998. The projection for the first quarter of 1998 shows an increase of 3.76% over the same quarter in 1997. Figure 2-1 19,000 18,800 18,600 18,400 18,200 18,000 17,800 17,600 17,400 17,200 17,000 16,800 Homer Electric Association Number of Residential Sewices 1st Qb' 2nd Qb' 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr Ii 1998! · 1997J ~) 19961 Number el Customers by Month: Figure 2-2 shows a seasonal trend for the number of residential accounts by month. The increase in the seasonal construction industry accounts for this trend. Construc- tion customers rise during the summer months, continue to increase during the fall figure 2-2 months, and then decline during winter months. The final month of 1997 demon- strates a slight contradiction in this trend. Table 2-1 shows the average number of elec- trical accounts per year by category since 1990. It demonstrates an annual increase in residential accounts, while commercial ac- counts have remained fairly steady. Table 2-1 Average Number ef Electrical Acclunts by Year (excluding public street & highway lights) Residential Small Com- Large 15,242 2,611 26 15,467 2,640 2 15,020 2,604 25 16,198 2,746 23 17,313 2,843 23 10,544 2,041 24 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. Number ef Acceunts: Seward Public Utilities experienced growth in the number of electrical accounts compar- ing the 1st quarter of 1997 with the first quarter of 1998. Table 2-2 shows that Se- ward grew by 201 residential accounts, 11 small commercial accounts, and 33 small boat harbor accounts. Seward public utilities experienced losses in large commercial ac- Table 2-2 1' .. ',' mu 1'1 , , 're I ' ~~' ::!' ? '!:'!~:' i:' 272 283 ::'i ::.:: i~:i:ii~i:i: !! i ~ !ii:: ;: ~i~! i.:.~ :-:. i i:::.i4 'i ::::~:i !i !:ii:: i i::::~::il ii ~i :: ~.:. ~r. ::i. ~.i:~:.'~:::::~.:::'.:. 246 279 =========================.. ............ . ..~!ia:::.B~fld~..-.:.::::; 'i ... :..:.::.:: 31 30 : :~9 ~: ?~,~ ;,7:,~: :,~.~::,: counts at 4 and public buildings at 1. Figure 2-3 represents represents Seward Pub-' lic Utilities historical electrical accounts for the first quarter from 1990 to 1998. It graphically shows how residential accounts have increased each year. Total accounts have also shown a positive trend. The 1st quarter 1998 established itself as having the most accounts in the eight year time period since 1990. In the last 4 years the number of accounts have shown a steady increase. figure 2-3 1gO0 lg01 lC~121203 lg0¢ lg~ 12013lg07 lg03 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. TelePh'ene Utilities ef the Nerthla'n dba' communications- PTI ~ovides local telephone service to Central and Southern Peninsula communities. Number of Access Unes: This analysis focuses on the communities of Homer, Kenai, North Kenai, and Soldoma which are four of the nine communities PTI serves. The communities of English Bay, Halibut Cove, Ninilchik, Seldovia, and Port Graham were included under the category of other. Table 2-3 shows the number of telephone access lines for the 1st quarter 1997 and 1998. Soldotna increased by the largest per- centage at 8.54% comparing the 1st quarter of 1997 with the 1st quarter of 1998. North Kenai increased by 6.68%, Kenai increased by 5.97%, and Homer increased by 5.49%. The number of access lines for other commu~ nities fell by-3.96%. The total number of Table 2-3 6,031 6,391 5.97% 2,140 2,283 6.68% 9,590 10,409 8.54% 25,166 26,780 6.41% PTI telephone access lines increased 6.41% from 25,166 in 1997 to 26,780 in 1998. Rate of Grewtb: Figure 2-4 presents PTI historical growth rates for the 1st quarter of the year. For 1992/93, the communities of Kenai, North Kenai, and $oldotna had growth rates that were between 2.5% and 4.5%. Homer had growth rates close to 6%. For 1993/94, all communities except for Homer rose above 6%. The next period 1994/95, all communi- ties dipped below 6% except for Homer. North Kenai had a growth rate below 1% while Homer rose above 7%. For 1995/96 through 1996/97, Homer and Soldotna stayed above 7% growth rate, and Kenai and North Kenai stayed between 3% and 6%. The growth rate for 1997/98 showed that Soldotna stayed above 8%, while Homer dipped below 6% and Kenai and North Ke- nai rose above 5.9%. figure 2.4 FTI __.a~s'e~__ _ Unes Hsl~m~ Rales f~' 1st Qata- 9.OO% ..... iii~i~.i:' a~;~ :.:"..::~i~iS~::~:=i~3[~g~:::i!:g[~g~2~:: ':~:~:~:=:~}:::~?::~5::~i~i~:3~:.~i::~?:;:~:~3~ ~::j:: :~ Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. GTE provides telephone service to the Seward Number of Access Unes: The number of GTE access lines for the end of the 1st quarter has increased every year since 1993. The exception is 1995 when access lines declined by 136 from the previ- ous year. Table 24 shows a comparison of the number of GTE access lines for the first quarter of 1993 through 1998. Total GTE access lines increased by 128 comparing the 1st quarter of 1997 with the 1st quarter of 1998. Table 2-4 1993 1994 1995 1996 : 2,171 2,332 2,183 2,507 2,676 ~'i:.i~: 145 151 164 176 182 2,316 2,483 2,347 2,683 2,058 !iii~i~'i figure 2-5 1(~oo~ 14.00~ 1Z00'4 10.00°4 8OO'4 6~(X)~ 4.00~ ?_00~ mained above 4%. Figure 2-5 depicts the rate of growth for the first quarter from 1992 through 1998. Bate ef Grewtb: The rate of growth for 1st quarter GTE access lines has remained steady. The growth rate for 1992/93 reached above 5%. Then for 1993/94, the growth rate surged above 7%. For the period 1994/95, the rate of growth fell to-5.48% but rebounded to 14.32% in 1995/96. For 1996/97 the growth rate remained steady at above 6%, and for 1997/98, the rate of growth re- Produced by the Kenai Penimula Borough ncunuxtuc taevmopment tatstnct, 10 Employment data was available through th~ third quarter of 1997. Employment by Industry: The Kenai Peninsula Borough experienced job growth under one percent comparing the 3rd quarter of 1996 with the 3rd quarter of 1997 (Table 3-1). This resulted in a gain of 148 jobs for a total of 18,524. The biggest gains came in the sectors of mining, inclu& ing mostly oil & gas employment, which posted 316 new jobs, and retail which posted 232 new jobs. Construction and transporta- tion, communications & public utilities also posted gains of 84 and 73 new jobs. The mining sector had the largest percentage crease at 29.07%. The biggest declines came in the sectors for manufacturing and service. Manufacturing posted a loss of 450 jobs, most occurring under fish processing. The service sector lost 220 jobs. Except for the sectors of agriculture, forestry, and fishing and state government which lost nine and fourteen jobs respectively, all other sectors posted moderate gains in employment. Fig- Rgllre 34 -15.00~ Table 34 Average Mentbly Fanpleyment let me ard namer,f 1gee aha lee7 ,40 :i: !i?!!!!i:i 29.o7% ~¥i::/:.:i !:[[i.lti.!!i~ili'?'''.~:!'!'f?f f':: !:.fff:i[f ::i ~f'i f,i!~ 2870 .":i: .i!.~..i~Oil -13.55% 1233: ii' ~i'i i!!ii!i!!iiii~i:! 6.29% ::: · ~:~:~:3~,:~'?::~::77 ..... 557 ii! i i: i:i:[::.~3:~! 6.50% 3703 !:ill i;i iiiiiiiiiii~2!i';,! 6.68% 390 ~:: ~:':::~:"~::~:::~:~'~":~'~ 1059 ;~.~ ~[ .~:~ :~:~?~/~[~: .1.30% ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::.~:~.5:3~':5~.~:: ure 3-1 depicts the percentage change of Kenai Peninsula Borough employment for the 3rd quarters of 1996 and 1997. Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 11 Employment by Industry as a percent of Total Elnploylnent: Figure 3-2 represents average employment for each industry sector as a percentage of total employment in the Kenai Peninsula Borough for the 3rd quarter of 1997. Retail, service, and manufacturing represent the largest per- centage of total employment at 19%, 18%, and 16%. The sectors of local government (11%); mining (8%); transportation, commu- nication, and public utilities (7%); construc- tion (6%); and state government (6%) follow close behind. The smallest percentage of total employment occurs in the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sector at 1%. Figure 3-2 6% Federal 3% 18% FIRE 2% Kenai Peninsula Borough Empl~t AFF Local 1% Min. 11% 8% Const. 6% Manuf. 16% Retail 19% TCPU 7% Whole 3% Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 12 MenthlyWages: Average monthly wages increased by 5.23% for the Kenai Peninsula Borough comparing the 3rd quarter of 1996 with the 3rd quarter of 1997 (Table 3-2). Earnings increased from $2,354 in 1996 to $2,477 in 1997. The largest increase in earnings came in the sec- tors for manufacturing and construction at 9.91% and 9.25%. Earnings for manufactur- ing increased by $234 to $2,595 and earn- ings for construction increased by $304 to $3,591. Although small, declines in monthly earnings occurred in mining; finance, insur- ance, and real estate; and retail. All other sectors showed modest gains in average monthly earnings. Table 3-2 Average Mlntldy limings fir tile 3rd qllarters If 1996 and 1961 AFF Min. Const. Manuf. TCPU Whole Retail FIRE Service Federal State Local Total 1997 $1,868 39 2.13% $4,728 -78 -1.62% $3,591 304 9.25% $2,595 234 9.91% $3,358 109 3.35% $3,190 30 0.95% $1,347 -1 ~).07% $1,796 -73 -3.91% $1,514 47 3.20% $4,050 99 2.51% $3,129 45 1.46% $2,552 27 1.07% $2,477 123 5.23% Table 3-3 Tetal Yearly Earnings for the 3rd quarters ef 1996 and 1997 1997 AFF $ 642,442 Min. $ 19,900,034 Const. $ 12,788,842 Manuf. $ 22,338,323 TCPU $ 12,423,339 Whole. $ 5,329,767 Retail $ 14,966,817 FIRE $ 2,100,826 Service $ 15,746,927 Federal $ 5,759,324 State $ 9,940,555 Local $ 15,643,567 Total $ 137,656,881 Tetal Yearly Earnings: Total yearly earnings increased for the Kenai Peninsula Borough from $129,793,050 in 1996 to $137,656,881 in 1997 (Table 3-3). Mining; construction; transportation, com- munication, and public utilities; wholesale trade; retail trade; finance, insurance, and real estate; federal government; state govern- ment; and local government showed gains in total yearly earnings. Losses occurred in the industry sectors for agriculture, forestry, and fishing; manufacturing; and services. Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 13 Unemployment: The unemployment rate for the Kenai Penin- sula Borough fell from 14.8% in the month of January to 14.7% in the month of Febru- ary. This translated into an increase in em- ployment of 508 jobs. Total unemployment levels increased slightly as more people en- tered the labor force. Tables 34 and 3-5 represent unemployment levels for January and February 1997 and 1998. Comparing unemployment rates for the Kenai Peninsula Borough with state and national jobless rates showed that the Kenai Peninsula Borough, at 14.7%, had higher unemployment rates then Alaska at 8.0% and the nation at 5.0%. In 1997, however, unemployment rates rose above 20.4% for January and 19.9% for February. Table 3-4 and 3-5 show compar- isons of labor force, unemployment, and employment levels for 1997 and 1998. Fig- ure 3-3 shows unemployment levels for the first 9 months of 1997 and the months of January and February of 1998. In January figaro 3-3 Table 3-4 Janua~ 1997 Labor Force 21,513 Unemployment 4,388 Employment 17,125 Table 3-5 January 1998 Labor Force 20,426 Unemployment 3,023 Employment 17,403 1997, unemployment levels climbed to 4,388; in January 1998, unemployment lev- els fell to 3,023. Employment levels, how- ever, only increased by 278 jobs when com- paring 1997 with 1998. A comparison of unemployment levels for February, shows that in 1997, unemployment levels rose to 4,439, and in 1998, unemployment levels reached 3,094. Employment levels only gained by 55 jobs which meant that more people entered the labor force in 1997. Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 14 Sales tax data was available through the fourth quane~ of 1997. The commercial fishing industry is high- lighted for taxable sales in the Kenai Penin- sula Borough. Figure 4-1 depicts a graphical representation of estimates for fish buyer (SIC 915). The seasonal nature of the industry is demonstrated. For example, 1997 begins the first quarter as the most stagnant, shows a significant rise in the second quarter, figure4-1 Tax~l~ ~ (~w SK~ ~15 Fish ~ 1989 1gO0 1~1 1gO2 1903 1994 liXl5lg06 lg07 and concludes with a decline in the fourth quarter. Other years demonstrate similar trends. Fish buyer taxable sales have declined considerably from a peak in 1990. The years 1996 and 1997 have shown the least returns in taxable sales since the year 1989. Table 4-1 Taxable Sales by Industry Fourth Quarter ~' i i:,,i, ~ ~::-.!~ z%~?.:..~:..:.:::~: ~:,~::~:,:~! ?,,i~.~.!.?i~?.:. :!~:.; :.. i. :: :: !::::;: ;::;,ii:::!::.::' ::i .... $532,401 $38,018 $o $1,111,703 $2,075,270 $1,782,388 $17,011,576 $4,957,668 $75,794,351 $4,273,827 $16,625,486 $599,475 $65,818 $0 $1,496,034 $2,099,203 $1,696,478 $16,601,599 $4,566,593 $80,151,737 $4,190,631 $19,616,591 shows that 1997 grew 73% over 1996. How- ever, figure 4-1 notes a decline from fourth quarter peaks in the early nineties of $127,763 and $143,813 to lows in recent years of $30,262 and $9,258. Table 4-1 represents fourth quarter taxable sales for all industries. Note that the cate- gories of fish buying and oil & gas have been segregated ouf from being included within agriculture, forestry, and fishing (AFF) and mining. Total taxable sales for fish buying increased from $38,018 to $65,818. The only exceptions to industries that posted in- creases in taxable sales were the sectors for manufacturing; transportation, communicao tion, and public utilities; wholesale trade; and finance, insurance, and real estate. A comparison of fourth quarter estimates Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 15 Taxable Sales Bate of Growth: Homer experienced an increase of 5.81% in its fourth quarter taxable sales for 1997 com- pared to the fourth quarter of 1996. Histori- cally, the years 1988/89, 1991/92, and 1994/95 saw the greatest increase in the growth rate for fourth quarter taxable sales with rates above 7%. 1996/97 saw moderate growth. Negative growth rates occurred in 1990/91. Figure 4-2 depicts fourth quarter growth rates for the city of Homer. Flgllre 4-2 &8 Taxable Sales by Industry: Homer made gains in the sectors for agricul- ture and forestry, fish buying, oil & gas, retail, and services. The greatest percentage changes occurred in agriculture & forestry at 15.48%, fish buying at 92.25%, and services at 27.97%. The biggest losses occurred in construction at-13.08%, wholesale trade at Table4-2 Tetal Taxable Sales by Industry Feurtll Quarter If 1996 and 1997 fer the City If Illmer -. ::....:....;:.::.:::.::::....-..-: · · ':':.':::.!...::..~ .:i?i.:..-'.:.:....:..:...::...:;~i::~i:-:!:i~i.:: i i.::' '.i, -:':.::.::.,..i: .: -:,. ~:~ ..:.:::i :/ ;~ !iiiiil i!:~ $78,715 $93,129 15.48% :~ii! ! i!!i !::; $10,723 $20,616 92.25% ~i?.. $0 $0 - ~~ii!:i=:.. $198,244 $172,311 -13.08% ~:.ii.:iii::::.,;':::i:!:i:: ':' :...i :. · :' $407,192 $390,651 -4.06% .......... !ii i. $1,948,846 $1,870,793 -4.01% i~:~...' $1,590,178 $1,225,498 -22.93% '"": $10,670,785 $10,820,211 7.44% '. "":'1:1::.'.;i,:.,::::::i.:'i.::.i?:i "' ~ :!:i; $670,305 $615,962 .8.11% i.. $2,865,114 $3,666,446 27.97% ............. T~~" $17,840,092 $18,875,758 5.81% · :: =..:.: ..... -<~,., -22.93%, and finance, insurance, & real es- tate at 43.11% (Table 4-2). Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 16 Taxable Sales Rate of Growth: Kenai experienced a slight decrease in the rate of growth for total taxable sales. The rate of growth for the fourth quarter 1996/97 was 1.12% compared to the fourth quarter of 1995/96 at 1.79%. The rate of growth has stabilized since the early nineties when growth rates rose to 33.73% then fell to-10.26%. Figure 4-3 depicts these fluctua~ tions. Taxable Sales by Industry: The fourth quarter of 1997 compared to the fourth quarter of 1996 showed that Kenai taxable sales grew for the industries of fish buying, oil & gas, construction, wholesale trade, and retail trade. The greatest increases Figure 4-3 1.12% Table 4-3 Total Taxable Sales by Industry Flllrtll Quarters ef 1996 and 1997 City ef Kenal ,~!ii?.ii:i ~i?' ~i~ $73,660 $73,315 -0.47% ~K.'""::~'~::":'~': ~' i ! !~':.!~i?. $6,052 $8,650 4 2.93% i~G :'?.~ $0 $1,211 - · . : C0'~t~ :~,::' $283,722 $301,148 6.14% :. ~uf;:!..:: $445,443 $421,254 -5.43% ': .:::.':~:. ::' · ... ~ :::". :!~~;!iiiii:: $2,888,990 $2,844,772 ol.53% .:. ........ . ....... .:~.. · : i .. 51i::..ii:;~ ::..:.:. ::.' '::'. !~.:~61e!:;:ii $213,062 $223,182 4.75% · '.:.::~ :.... :~~ ~-:: :! $20,641,847 $21,115,852 2.30% '7~:~:? :~:: $1,182,547 $1,110,472 -6.09% ..... :.~ces..~ $3,700,288 $3,665,753 -0.93% ~ $29,435,611 $29,765,724 1.12% in terms of percentage change occurred for fish buying at 42.93%. Oil & gas, construc- tion, wholesale trade, and retail trade grew at modest rates from 2.30% to 6.14%. Indus° tries that saw decline included agriculture and forestry; manufacturing; transportation, communication, & public utilities; finance, insurance, & real estate; and services (Table 4-3). Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 17 Taxable Sales Rate of Growth: Sddovia experienced a d¢¢r~as~ in ~axabl¢ $a1~$ ~£-1~.17% £or thc £ourd~ quarter ~£ 1997 compared to the fourth quarter of 1996 (Table 44). Taxable Sales by Industry: Seldovia experienced increases in the indus° try sectors of fish buying, construction, and services comparing the 4th quarter of 1996 with the 4th quarter of 1997. However, this increase was not enough to offset decreases in manufacturing; transportation, communica- tion, & public utilities; wholesale trade; retail trade; finance, insurance, and real estate; and services. Table 4.4 Tetal Taxable Sales by Industry Fourth Quarters of 1996 and 1997 City of Seldlvla :..~mt~:'..f:::~... $6,730 $8560 27.19% ... ::.. % ,. :~~::i~:.! $3334 $1009 459.74% .. '.. ........... . ..... ' '.. :'... "...i.': .......... :: :. .~~i!?i;i~is. $110,865 $93,241 -15.90% · ... i..::. '.:';'.: .. ~i~-7~ ~? $1,491 $556 42.71% :~a; :;.. ~.7 $451,457 $388,861 '. :':' ::?.5~:5;i;5:?-??.'?::?: .... $61,737 $62,615 1.42% -~c~.~. $659,254 $572,454 -13.17% Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 18 Taxable Sales Rate ef Growth: Seward experienced a jump in the rate of growth for the fourth quarter of 1996/97 to 18.39%. This is up from growth rates for 1994/95 at-1.43% and 1995/96 at 1.87%. This can be explained largely due to the increase in the service sector which rose to 64.34%. Historically, for the period 1989/90 through 1990/91, Seward's growth rate fell from 1.81% to -6.91%. For the period, between 1991/92 through 1993/94, Seward maintained a relatively stable pattern of growth moving from 4.89% to 6.28% (Figure 44). Rglire 4.4 15.0(0 10.00~ 5.00~ o.~ Table 4-5 Total Taxable Sales by Industry Fourth Quarters el 1996 and 1991 City el Seward I ~ili!iii!i?:i????!i!ii i $ 2,184 $ 6,088 178.75 % ~ : $18,654 $32,329 73.31% ~:.: $o $o - ~mta~i::i ~.~..i$183,006 $166,505 -9.02% ~~?' $85,075 $83,648 .1.68% .:.. ........... .T~ii:~ii::.' $612,068 $666,989 8.97% ~61~i~':!i!!?.~ $259,755 $235,828 .9.21% · ::'i:.ii!i!:!::i::.:.i;:: .... .'5..:.::..-.:~:. ~' · ~/~?:~::.,~::ii~.i ~ $4,668,002 $4,679,532 .25% ~?,'~!ii~iii~il,i~i $355,268 $336,258 °5.35% Se~~i:!i!: $2,426,401 $3,987,472 64.34% -~! $8,610,785 $10,194,649 18.39% ~.. .... ::::.:,::i.;:..:: . .... , ..... of 1997 compared to the fourth quarter of 1996. Declines occurred in the sectors for construction; manufacturing; wholesale trade; and finance, insurance, and real estate (Table 4-5). Taxable Sales by Industry: Seward experienced increases in the sectors for agriculture & forestry; fish buying; trans- portation, communication, & public utilities; retail trade; and services in the fourth quarter Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 19 Taxable Sales Bate of Growth: In the fourth quarter of 1996/97, Soldotna experienced an increase in the rate of growth for taxable sales to 8.99%. It represents an increase of growth over the fourth quarter of the 1995/96 period when the rate was 1.01%. Historically, growth rates for the Ci~ of Soldotna have varied. For the period 1988/89 growth rates reached 13.17%. Dur- ing the period 1989/90, growth rates fell to 4.48% and fell again to .29%. They leveled off from 1990/91 through 1992/93 staying under 2%. For the period, 1993/94, growth rates peaked, and over the next two periods, they fell from 18.21% to 1.01%. Figure 4-5 Taxable Sales by Industry: Soldoma saw increases in fish buying, oil & gas, manufacturing, wholesale trade, retail trade, and services. Declines occurred in agriculture & forestry; construction; trans- Table4-6 Tetal Taxable Sales by Industry Feurtb Quarters ef 1996 and 1991 City of Soldetna ;~;!;iii.;i!!!,!i;!!!;;.ii;!:i,i.!!i.I $97,368 $90,391 °7.17% ~.?. ...... :.::: 636 1568 146.54% .: $o $o - O&G.;..;.-.: ;:' $1 O0 $ 2300 - ~nst~:'. $331,379 $325,395 -1.81% ~tff~.;i:-~ $282,921 $318,817 12.69% ~~i!!i~;:!:;i$2,141,346 $2,134,402 -.28% .:~0~ .!~ $46,795 $77,824 66.31% '~tll ii: $25,684,315 $28,439,706 10.73% :' ~!:,'~ii:,ii;;~;~i:.i. $875,339 $818,977 -6.44% ~ces $2,845,999 $3,020,026 6.11% T~~. $32,327,260 $35,233,015 8.99% portation, communication, & public utilities; and finance, insurance, and real estate. Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 2O Taxable Sales Rate of Growth: Other areas include geographical locations outside the incorporated cities of Kenai, Solo dotna, Seward, Homer, and Seldovia. Histor- ical taxable sales rate of growth comparisons show a peak in the late eighties, a stabilizing trend in the early nineties, and an erratic trend in the late nineties. The 1996/97 rate of growth shows a mild gain at 2.94% com- pared to the .40% of 1995/96. ROute 4-6 20.00% 15.00% 10.00% 5.00% -10.00% 4~ Qu~t~ T~l=le S,al~ R~ d Gn~u~ Table 4-7 Total Taxable Sales by Industrl/Fourth Quarters if 1996 and 1997 City fer giber Areas : ~i!?i?'??'~: $280,474 $336,552 16.66% :'~i ~ !!!;' $1,917 $2,419 20.75% i.~;.~;~,, $0 $0 - : .'============================= '~Gi?'. $1,111,231 $1,492,382 34.30% C,O~:i:!~i:~i:i~i:::' $1,066,213 $1,125,284 -5.54% '~":'~;:ii;??~ $558,423 $491,099 -13.85% · T~!? $9,307,021 $8,990,402 -3.40% ?. :~.i::.~:i.:.::!i':: !...i...: i !!i $2,/346,387 $2,803,705 .~.50% .:!..::;:ii:i.:.:%.:'i~'..(:. .::': ;:-'::~:~:i .i:7~.::'!. 7:~':77' ::"i: ':;i~~:ii,i::::!:;i~: $14,288,197 $14,707,575 2.94% :.~.i:~iiiii::iiiili;i;i: $1,165,564 $1,291,586 10.81% ........................... · ....:.......v. :-:.::..: :.::..:: ..: .:: -..; '.~~~!:!!il $4,781,756 $5,214,279 9.05% :..?.::v::~.:::;::;:::::'. '-...:....':'9. '~~. $35,40?,466 $36,448,230 2.94% .. :.: ..::.::. :........, .... wholesale trade. Taxable Sales by Industry: Other areas experienced an increase in tax- able sales in the fourth quarter in the sectors for agriculture & forestry; fish buying; oil & gas; retail trade; finance, insurance, and real estate; and services. A decline in taxable sales for other areas occurred in the sectors for construction; manufacturing; transportation, communication, & public utilities; and Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 21 _ Table 5-1 Cost el Feed for a Week- Anchorage $ 59.04 $ 56.75 $ 85.05 $ lOO.O5 $ 15.00 $ 16.39 $ 21.69 $ 24.71 $ 24.06 $ 25.12 $ 24.30! $ 27.89 $ 28.70 $ 28.54 $ 27.32 $ 89.64 $ 56.65 $ 69.25 $ 3.09 $ 402.92 $ 21.91 $ 25.93 Kenai/s o :idotna.. .. .......... . ..... Table 5-2 Clst el Feed for a Week- Kenal/Soldetna ................... ,;;':i'~:'~ ............. ,' ........ '6;'i;;:~'' $93.36 $87.21 $109.04 $102.59 ,2:.1~ , 25.33 $27.43 $ 25.76 $26.66 $24.92 $31.29 $ 29.26 $29.83 $20.01 $111.00 $ 114.37 $56.65 $74.75 $ 79.64 $41.29 $ 41.00 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 22 Table 5-3 ClSt Of FIId for a Week- Homer *70.88 ,70.02 $10627 $105.33 $124.89 $124.02 $3136 $30.94 $3038 $29.98 $34.08 $33.69 $1137 $1139 $5.19 $5.19 $1137 $1137~ Table 54 gist el Feed for a Week- Seward $98.16 $101.94 *118.4V , 120.00 ,32.89 ,34.28 $126.70 $120.40 ~~:?~ :~~~?~}~', 78.90 ,84.10 $57.17 $69.30 $341.71 $405.22 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 23 i Table6-1 ,~p~, julyl, julyl, julyl, julyl, julyl, julyl, julyl, Keaal Psnlnsllll Borough Populalllll ~990 ~99~ ~992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Anchor Point CDP 866 906 979 1,022 1,052 1,096 1,116 1,157 Clam Gulch CDP 79 76 79 81 94 93 96 100 Cohoe CDP 508 530 537 540 556 575 583 598 , Cooper Landin~ CDP 243 248 249 250 261 278 272 271 , Crown Point CDP 62 63 70 77 81 88 91 88 Fox River CDP 382 386 388 393 405 141 407 435 Fritz Creek CDP 1,426 1,348 1,454 1,489 1,591 1,746 1,881 1,972 , Halibut Cove CDP 78 80 75 78 79 75 72 78 Happy Valley CDP 309 324 340 351 368 380 386 39 l Homer City 3,660 3,702 3,760 3,801 3,911 3,984 4,031 4,126 ,, Hope CDP 161 159 167 154 166 168 158 152 Jackolof Bay, CDP 28 25 26 32 25 32 29 35 Kachemak City 365 369 371 376 387 396 396 398 Kalifonsky CDP 285 298 301 303 312 322 327 335 Kasilof CDP 383 406 433 437 461 498 524 539 Kenai City 6,327 6,530 6,655 6,664 6,822' 6,941 6,953 6,971 Moose Pass CDP 81 83 91 101 106 116 119 116 Nikiski CDP 2,743 2,831 2,886 2,889 2,958 3,010 3,015 3,023 Nikolaevsk CDP 371 478 487 488 566 493 552 474 Ninilchik CDP 456 483 493 499 552 594 643 655 Primrose CDP 63 63 62 63 62 62 62 62 Ridgewa¥ CDP 2,018 2,105 2,133 2,144 2,205 2,568 2,310 2,364 Salamatof CDP 999 1,031 964 1,003 1,021 1,078 1,012 1,134 Seldovia * 459 435 424 411 404 405 404 414 , Seldovia City 316 299 292 283 ' 278 279 278 285 Soldotna City 3,482 3,634 3,679 3,697 3,809 3,936 3,991 4,092 Sterling CDP 3,802 3,942 4,495 4,390 4,616 4,941 5,395 5,705 T¥onek CDP 154 150 152 148 146 151 148 151 ::~ !~!::i:ii!.::i:i:.:.:i:.:~i.ii!!i:,i:::,::~... :.. :..' :: :::;::.::~ ::i" ?'.. · · .: ·-:ii =========================== :,::.,: .'.:, ...... :ii:ii:i!'.~::~!iii:iiiii ;::::ii. ~:+i ::!":":i:i;:iSi!!~i:.~ii i/i: :. :i:: ::~:i::: :i: i:i::i::il :,ii!:i!:.::iii:::~!:i:':~iil.i::i:.ili::i 'i,; :(.iii:.~,:i:?:i::::~:: ::.i::!::i:i!ili!i2;ii:;:.iii~il ii.:.i'i:i:?.ii:iii:iii~!:',::.::: . 'i.i. Grouse Creek Group 580 617 609 601 623 623 623 624 Nanwalek (English Bay CDP) 158 159 161 165 158 161 168 177 Port Graham, CDP 166 168 169 173 165 169 177 186 Seward ¢iw 2,699 2,858 2,849 2,835 2,935 2,928 2,908 2,999 ================================== ':...~:::~ .=:~:17':.~::' ~ ':' ,i ::~::~::':i' "::::" :i ':: ' Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 24 Table'6-2 Kenai Peninsula Borough Historical,Employment Agriculture/Fishing/Fores try ;~ii~51 ii:.:~:::: i? 44 71 103 63 70 58 73 ':'"': - -' I~6;i:~i:i:~:;i~ i~ i: ..!i:'~ 42 98 124 60 81 70 88 Mining iiStQtr, ~.~i i:2ndQtr':II~'. · 3~.Qtr,~. ' .4th:!iQtr,!~ ~,:~ .~ YearlyAvg. ~.::.:~ :;?: l'st:~iof :i.~. 1 3/4:Year. Avg~~:. 1,081 1129 1243 1247 1175 1105 1151 926 1091 1236 1166 1105 1009 1084 911 921 1087 994 978 916 973 953 1026 1403 990 1127 Construction . i.~ ?iii~' .. ~.;.~,,ii~?.i::. ?~,i¥~ ~i!!lst~;Qtr;~:..:: ~. ~.i 2nd Qtr~..~ ~ 3rdQtr, :~.! .:4thiii~tr;:.~i....~: ~. ~Ye~l¥:Avg;., ~:i~ i~.:~ ~.!lSt~H~0f. ~ 3/4"Year Avg I:990 · ' :' ?:."' 497 733 834 804 717 615 688 i:.~.~!.;~!:i' ' ;" '" ~: 'i 7!.:: 'i:::: ! ' 1'~5,:~.',.. i :'i :.i !:~ ~.:': ;i 'i: 499 772 1163 950 846 636 811 1~6' :!.i :;';~' .. ~:;;~:~ :' 632 072 1103 860 867 752 869 :I~7:.~.:~ :.':~:;'. 577 887 1187 732 884 , Manufacturing tQtr,.?~.:::,:.~i:i.2nd':Qtr' i:~ ;~i3'~d,iQ~i :i~:~ ~ ~ ~ii iil :.~,'::! ~!¥ Avgiiiii ii lstii~ii~f il i!?~/4:year:~:.~ili; 994 2127 3027 1297 1861 1536 2049 1397 1887 2753 1179 1804 1642 2012 1355 2104 3320 1245 2006 1730 2260 1471 2207 2870 1839 2183 Produced by the Kenai Penimula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 25 TableG'2KenaiPeninsula Borough HistoriCal'EmploYment Transportation/Communication/Public Utilities 853 1007 1088 1031 995 930 983 864 1032 1160 900 989 945 1019 906 1068 1.233 ! 987 1069 Wholesale Trade 372 436 467 339 404 404 425 406 429 533 413 445 418 456 , 393 437 523 433 447 415 451 399 474 557 437 477 Retail Trade 1795 2320 2460 2031 2152 2058 2192 2624 3075 3494 2752 2986 2850 3064 2588 3176 3471 2730 2991 2882 3078 2619 3267 3703' 2943 3196 , Finance/Insurance/Real Estate i~ :i ii i '" ..... ' .... ' 262 "' 2'9'0 ....................... " ..... '~'86 ................................. ~';5 281" 276 279 ~ i i;iiii iii ii iii 355 379 370 359 366 367 368 , f~ 350 377 368 346 360 364 365 ~~ii ii 339 378 390 359 369 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 26 Table 6-2 Kenai Peninsula Borough Historical Employment Services 2410 2766 2933 2637 2687 2588 2703 2829 3507 3663 2964 3241 3168 3333 2825 3414 3686 2934 3215 3120 3308 2813 3316 3466 3065 3198 Federal Government 248 286 324 281 285 267 286 330 382 415 371 375 356 376 359 425 448 389 405 392 411 376 430 474 403 426 State Government 1058 1064 1115 1074 1077 1061 1078 1041 1018 1049 1054 1041 1030 1036 , 1034 1028 1073 1053 1047 1031 1045 , 1024 1058 1059 1041 1047 Local Government 2200 2261 1479 2296 2059 2231 1980 2993 2987 2109 2980 2767 2990 2696 2971 2975 2008 2908 2716 2973 2651 2896 2911 2043 2904 2617 Produced by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Economic Development District, Inc. 27 TO DO LIST MAY 20, 1998 CITY CouNCIL MEETING CRG Prepare Board of Adjustment decision regarding Jerry Stock appeal. Research language in Charter regarding utility charges as they pertain to current GCI Cable TV. Admin Prepare resolution and proclamation supporting Census 2000. Begin negotiating a contract for professional services to research possibilities for new airport. Proceed with Golf Course lots as stated by City Manager. Clerk Send letters of appointment to Art Graveley (P&Z Commission) and Bob Favretto (Airport Commission). Find minutes from meeting in which Mayor stated steps Historic District Board should take. 1791- 1991 CITY OF KENAI. l FAX --'-, FROM II Date Number of Pages 210 Fidalgo, Suite 200 ~.Alaska 99611-7794 · ~ Phone 907-283-7~3~ · ~ ' Fax 90%283-3014 AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING JUNE 3, 199 8 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www. Kenai.net / city Be Ce Ge SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (10 Minutes) PUBLIC HEARINGS , Ordinance No. 1783-98 - Adopting the Annual Budget for the fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Ending June 30, 1999. Ordinance No. 1784-98 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code 14.20.230 to Require Permits for Home Occupations. o Resolution No. 98-32 - Fixing the Rate of Levy of Property Tax for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1998 and Ending June 30, 1999. ,, Resolution No. 98-33 - Awarding the Bid for the Alaska Regional Aircraft Fire Training Facility Phone System to Communications Alaska (A) for a Total Amount of $15,975. , Resolution No. 98-34 - Awarding the Bid for Alaska Regional Aircraft Fire Training Facility Equipment to L.N. Curtis & Sons for a Total Amount of $144,061.15. , Resolution No. 98-35 - Supporting "Census 2000" by the U.S. Census Bureau. , Resolution No. 98-36 - Awarding Janitorial Contacts for the City Administration Building, the Public Safety Building and the Library to Cleanway Janitorial Services for the Period July 1, 1998 Through June 30, 1999. , Resolution No. 98-37 - Transferring $4,000 in the Boating Facility Enterprise Fund for Fuel Purchases. , Resolution No. 98-38 - Transferring $161,193 in the Kenai ARFF Capital Project Fund for Equipment Purchases. OLD BUSINESS , Discussion - Historic District Board/Scheduling of Work Session H. NEW BUSINESS le e e e o o e Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 *Ordinance No. 1785-98 - Finding That Certain City-Owned Land Described as Lots 1-6, Block 1 and Lots 1-7, Block 2, Five Irons Heights Subdivision Is Not Required for a Public Purpose and Can Be Sold, and That Land and Water Conservation Restrictions be Converted to Substitute Land. *Ordinance No. 1786-98 - Appropriating $60,000 for Design Services for the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska in the Challenger Capital Project Fund. Approval- Termination of Lease/Lot 1, Spur Subdivision, Senior Citizen Addition- The Continuum Corporation. Approval- Special Use Permit Renewal/Kenai Municipal Airport, Space 31 - Dottie Fischer. Discussioa - Maintenance and Operation Agreement Between City of Kenai and Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau, Inc. I~XI~CUTIVI~ SF.~SION - Evaluations of City Attorney and City Clerk (if time allows). Additional information can be found at http://www. Kenai.net/cit_v. The public is invited to attend and participate. Carol L. Freas City Clerk KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 19 9 8 INFORMATION ITEMS o 5 / 20/98 City Council meeting "To Do" List. . Kenai Legislative Information Office End of Session Update. , 5/25/98 After Graduation Committee thank-you letter. e 4/30/98 KPB Quarterly Report of Key Economic Indicators. MAKE 22 PACKETS COUNCIL MEETING DATE: Mayor and Council ~, Fire Department_~ Police Department Senior Center Library Parks & Rec. /\ COUNCIL PACKET DISTRIBUTION Attorney ~ City Manager Finance ~ Public Works port Engineer Clerk Taylor Springer Clarion X AGENDA DISTRIBUTION STP ~' Public Wks. Sec. Public Wks. Shop Bldg. Maintenance Bldg. Official Streets Dock ~" STP Official Bulletin Board__~' Commissions P&Z to MK HDB to MK Fax by computer to: Assemblymembers KSRM (Attn: Dan Meeks) KBBI {Homer) Kenai Chamber of Commerce EDD Don Hunter, (Daily News/Anchorage) Betty Miller, BP Jon Little (Daily News/Soldotna) Bill Iles, HEA KVCC Joan McCoy, ARCO Fax by regular fax machine: KDLL, 283-6701 DELIVER Council Packets to Police Department Dispatch desk. The Clarion 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 saved as HTML files and emailed and faxed to Bill Grimm on Friday afternoon. Directions are'