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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-03-03 Council PacketKenai City Council Meeting Packet March 3, 1999 ITEM A: o 2. 3. 4. AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING MARCH 3, 1999 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www.ci.kenai.ak.us CALL TO ORDER 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. ITEM B: o Mayor a. b. Co SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes) John Williams- Property tax payers Borough Economic Outlook Forum - Dwindling City Tax Base Kustaten Ridge Project Washington, D.C. trip Representative Smalley's meeting of Monday, March 1 Old City Video Administrative Exemption to Setback Requirements ITEM C: o , PUBLIC HEARINGS Ordinance No. 1812-99 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $750 in the Council on Aging Borough Special Revenue Fund. Ordinance No. 1813-99 -- Amending Title 4 of the Kenai Municipal Code Entitled, "Uniform Building Codes," to Adopt and Incorporate by Reference Therein the 1997 Editions of the Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Building Security Code, the Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, the Uniform Sign Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code, and the 1999 National Electrical Code. -1- . . . Resolution No. 98-84-- Declaring the Following Engine Surplus and Donating it to the Kenai Peninsula Fire Chiefs Association. (Postponed on 12/2/98 to Time Certain on 3/3/99.) Resolution No. 99-10 -- Adopting a Flexible Benefits Plan. Resolution No. 99-11 -- Accepting Conveyance of a 9.64+ Acre Parcel Next to Kenai Central High School from the Kenai Peninsula Borough. ITEM D: o 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission Planning & Zoning Commission Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Historic District Board c. Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau Board d. Alaska Municipal League Report ITEM E: o MINUTES *Regular Meeting of February 17, 1999. ITEM F: CORRESPONDENCE ITEM G: OLD BUSINESS ITEM H: , , NEW BUSINESS Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 -2- ITEM I: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. Mayor 2. City Manager 3. Attorney 4. City Clerk 5. Finance Director 6. Public Works 7. Airport Manager ITEM J: DISCUSSION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT -3- MAYOR'S REPORT MARCH 3, 1999 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING ADD TO: CHANG~ TO THE AGENDA C-3, Resolution No. 98-84-- 3/1/99 letter from Anchor Point Fire & Emergency Service Area reaffirming their interest in obtaining the 1971 Seagraves Pumper. REOUESTED BY: Clerk No changes. CONSENT AGENDA MAYOR'S REPORT Z 0 ~~~ o<o< Growth Continued from page 2 o. .. "I'ne bad news is that there isn't work immediately available to fill the fabrication yards when the cur- rent projects are completed," Meyers said. "Hopefully, I'll have a little help from oil prices, and pro- jects like North Star, Northwest Eileen and Liberty will follow shortly thereafter. Otherwise, the fabrication yards could be empty this time next year." Sinz said the assessed value of : the borough's .chemical manufac- turing facilities actually rose slight- ly in 1998. The long-term picture is unclear. Zobrist said the Asian eco- nomic crisis will likely hurt demand for the liquefied .natural gas, ammo- nia and urea produced in Nikiski. "I' d expect this to be a lower year for those two very important users of natural gas," he said. Unocal recently decided not to sell its Nikiski fertilizer plant. "Obviously, if they thought the fertilizer market wouldn't improve, they would sell out (now) at the market price," Zobrist said. During the Juneau forum, Randy Newcomer, president of W'~ams Alaska Petroleum, said critical markets for Alaska refiners are air carriers and the military for jet fuel, fishers and miners for diesel, elec- tric utilities for fuel oil. ~e con- struction industry for asphalt and gasOline, and general consumers for heating oil and gasoline. Sales of jet fuel have provided the only recent growth, he said. The Asian economic crisis has led Asian refiners to dump other fuel on' t~e U.S. market. Newcomer said the health of Alaska's refineries depends on .the pace of Asian economic recovery, the economic health of industries that consume fuel, and any regula- tory changes that would close mar- kets to refiners without costly investments -= such as require- ments for very low sulfur fuels. Kevin Banks, a petroleum mar- ket analyst for the Division of Oil and Gas, said he doubts that Tesoro Alaska Petroleum Co. wou~ct close its Nikiski refinery, even if it lost its local supply of crude oil. "l'hey have a good market here," he said. '~They can bring crude from other places, and they do." ::.= .. (For the yearending Jun® 30, 1998) Kenai Peninsula Borough (overall) 1. Unocal . _Phillips Petroleum . I esom Petroleum 4. Marathon Oil 5. PTI 6. Shell Western 7. ARCO Alaska 8. Cook Inlet Pipeline 9. Enstar 10. Fred Meyer Type of Business urea plant & oil · liquefied natural gas refinery oil communications oil oil pipe!in· pipeline retail store AeaeSSed Value . $ 658,635,420 90,195,760 73,658,818 48,507,872 47,873,323 42,162,420 26,221,020 24,345,700 17,548,741 15,688,860 1. PTI 2. Kmart 3. Kenai Plaza . Uptown Motel · Carr Gottstein Inc. 6. Wards Cove. Packing 7. Salamatof Seafoods 8. Marathon Oil 9. Inlet Fish·des 10. Cherder & Cherrier City of Kenai communications retail store retail store motel real estate cannery cannery oil propertie~ '~ · cannery ' real estate : City of Soldotna 11,706,620 10,399,599 8,101,800 5,312,507 5,110,183 4,166,749 2,880,834 2,703,130 2,523,989 2,418,040 1. Fred Meyer 2. PTI 3. Safeway Stores 4. Earl & Alice Mundell 5. 1st Natl Bank of Anchorage 6. MACtel 7. A. Kearlee & Mary Wright 8. Mavis &BIuaZ~Ynda Hutchings 9. David 10. Payless retail store communications retail store · retail/real estate banking communications moteVrestaurant real estate. auto sales & service retail store 15,688,374 7,498,874 5,613,347 4,107,036 3,639,017 3,039,941 2,444,227 2,415,032 2,238,736 2,167,064 City of Homer 1. PTI communications 5,880,677 2. Circle DE Pacific forest products 5,205,219 3. Icicle Seafoods cannery 3,775,082 4. Land's End hotel 3,169,884 5. Hunter Investments hotel 2,860,321 .Eagle Quality Ctr retail store 2,172,174 · Nail Bank of Alaska banking 1,867,609 8. Terminal Oil Sales fuel 1,804,028 9. Hemdon & Thompson contractor 1,642,900 10. Individual (Name unavailable) real estate 1,154,300 City of Seward 1. Icicle Seafood cannery 6,709,963 2. Suneel Alaska coal export 5,804,399 3. Kenai Fiords Tours tourism 3,969,375 4. New Seward Hotel hotel/saloon 2,750,027 5. Breeze Inn motel 2,342,737 6. Anderson Tug & Barge tug &.barge service 2,312,306 7. Sewards Ships ship repa!r, store, gas, misc 2,306,307 8. Harbor Enterpr. petroleum proclucts 1,795,230 9. GTE Alaska communications 1,729,701 10. Afognak Logging construction & exca_vatipn ...... 1.,668,190 · e 1 iespi ,UaH : · lent of: is no q~ ~ couk /ets tba onsider: ~my has ~uced 998, do: .... it or-L. 7 wage- Bomu~ d gas ir plants. were I t ..~. 0sero 1 [nthe~ id. "It's .. . .,: .--'. t, by a .'s job g: S allIOE id. Eve: :or ind~ ~dent tx ~ell as ~y that d prodt · ~.. , . & GAS Lxpayer Cook Ir ;tory. sale. JSTRY F Commercial'fishing, long a mainstay of the Kenai Peninsula economy, has remained rela- tively stable in the last 20 years. The number of permits has remained approximately the same since limited entry went into effect in 1974. A few new permits have been added since that time for special circumstances, such as commercial fish- ers who we.re in Vietnam when limited entry went into effect. According to the Al .aska Deparunent of Fish and Game, there are currently 585 drift permits and 722 semet permits issued for upper Cook Inlet.' The following figures are the annual totals of fish taken by commercial fishers since the Upper Cook Inlet Management Plan went into effect in 1978. 1978-'5,118,134 1979-1,926,658 1980-'4,034,918 1981'-2,896,634 1982'--6,299,185 1983--6,771,874 1984--3,864,947 1985'--5,612,407 1986-'8,017,585 1987--10,450,191 1988--8.601.969 1989'5.656.098 1990--5.075.630 1991--2.911.721 1992.10.564.684 1993-'5.303.924 1994--4.988.000 1995--4.079.635 1996--4.623.805 1997'--4.403.593 The Alaska Department of Fish and Game does not keep harvest records on fish taken by sport fishers, but it does keep a record of angler-days of effort, both statewid¢ and for the Kenai Peninsula. Even though there has been a small decrease in amount of effort expended on the peninsula in recent yearn, from a l~ak of 1 million days in 1994 to 885,0~ days in 1997, the 1997 total is neat'ly twice the effort expended in 1978 when the Upper Cook Inlet Management Plan went into effect. The following figures represent, from left to right, Kenai-area days of angler effort, Kenai's percent- age of statewide effort and statcwid¢ day~ of angler effort by year since 1978. Year Kenai Percent Alaska total Year Kenai Percent Alaska total 1978 468,134 36.4 1,286,063 1988 875,656 37.9 2,311,291 1979 491,751 36 1,334,739 ~ 1989 794,103 35.1 2,264,079 1980 480,870 .. 32.3 , =.,. 1,488,962 .... 1990 838,259' 34 ~ 2,463,284 1981 489,821 ' :34.5 ' ':'"1,420.772 1991" ''~ 822,269' '" '~- 33.5 2,456,328 1982 544,290 33.5 1,623,090 1992 838,219 :34.8 2,540,:374 1983 582,873 33.6 1,732,528 1993 887,704 34.7 2,559,408 1984 638,229 34.2 1,865,837 1994 1,030,642 37.2 2,719,911 1985 713,338' 36.7 1,943,069 '1995 972,700 34.9 2,787,670 1986 781,227 37.7 2,071,069 1996 941,1 98 34.3 2,733,008 1987 827,992 38.3 2,152,886 1997 885,180 33 2,654,006 elml Suggested by: Administratic __ City of Kenai ORDINAN(~Ig NO. 1812-99 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $750 IN THE COUNCIL ON AGING - BOROUGH SPECIAL REVENUE FUND. WHEREAS, the United Way has awarded the City a grant for emergency food and shelter. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as. follows: Council on Aging - Borough Increase Estimated Revenues: United Way Emergency Food Grant Increase Appropriations: Operating Supplies $750 $750 PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 3rd day of March, 1999. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (2/9/99) kl Introduced: Adopted: Effective: February 17, 1999 March 3, 1999 March 3, 1999 Kenai Peninsula Unlbed~V~M Kellie Kels© Kenai Senior Center 361 Senior Court ,Kenai, Alaska 99611 December 23, 1998 BENCO BLDG. Ste. # 101 11355 Frontage Road Kenai, Alaska 99611 Phone: (907) 283-9500 Fax: (907) 283-8000 Dear Kellie- " · The local Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Board met on December 16, 1998. The Allocations Committee reviewed all of the applications of the Senior Centers carefully. · After much discussion and a review of the criteria for the dollars allocated to emergency food .and shelter Programs, the committee made the decision to decrease the grant amount for all' of the senior centers this year and will not provide any funding next.year. The Kenai Senior Center will receive $750.00 for Phase 17 (FY99). · · . . The discuSsion centered on why Federal Emergency Food and Shelter would allocate funds to Senior citizen Centers and if in fact these funds are used for emergency food and shelter. The FEMA Allocations Committee discussed at .length the senior program and did not make this decision hastily. The COmmittee feels there is a duplication of services in the community and under 'the criteria for funding, the senior centers are not in need of emergency funding. The senior programs are .important to our community and hopefully this does not cause any undue hardship to your center. , Sincerely, John Alcantra, Chairman FEMA Board of Directors , ue, Executive Director Kenai Peninsula United Way CITY OF KENAI Suggested by' Building ORDINANCE NO. 1813-99 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING TITLE 4 OF THE KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE, ENTITLED "UNIFORM BUILDING CODES," TO ADOPT AND INCORPORATE BY REFERENCE THEREIN THE 1997 EDITIONS OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, THE UNIFORM BUILDING SECURITY CODE, THE UNIFORM CODE FOR ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS, THE UNIFORM SIGN CODE, THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, AND THE 1999 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. WHEREAS, the City of Kenai has been operating on 1993 and 1994 building codes; and WHEREAS, the International Conference of Building Officials, the Imernational Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, and the National Fire Protection Association have updated the codes promulgated by them; and WHEREAS, it would be most beneficial and in the best interest of the City if the latest codes were adopted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA THAT the 1997 editions of the Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Building Security Code, the Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, the Uniform Sign Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code, 'the Uniform Plumbing Code, and the 1999 National Electrical Code as amended by the City of Kenai, Alaska, are adopted by reference and incorporated in the Kenai Municipal Code, Title 4, as stated in Attachment "A." PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 1999. day of March, ATTEST: John J. Williams, Mayor Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Imroduced: Adopted: Effective: February 17, 1999 March 3, 1999 April 3, 1999 TITLE 4 UNIFORM CODES Chapter 4.05 UNIFORM BUILDING CODES 4.05.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the construction, alteration, removal, demolition, equipment, use and occupancy, location, and maintenance of buildings and structures, including permits and penalties, those certain bound volumes known as the "Uniform Building Code," [1994] 1997 Edition, of the International Conference of Building Officials, including the appendices, except for such portions as are herein deleted, modified, or amended, and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out verbatim hereto. 4.05.025 Application for permit. Section 106.3.2 of the Uniform Building Code as adopted by this chapter is amended by adding the following: "As a requirement for obtaining a building permit for a new or enlarged structure the property owner is required to submit a site plan [STAMPED BY A STATE REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR] which accurately shows by dimensions and to scale the location and outline of the proposed structure in relationship to the property lines, setbacks, and easements." If at initial buildin~ inspection for construction the site plan is not accurate or due to site conditions it cannot be ascertained if the _vroposed building will be in compliance with the building setback requirements of the Kenai Planning and Zoning Code~ the administrative authority shah require the permit holder to provide a state registered land surveyor's stamped site plan. 4.05.027 Permits issuance. Section 106.4.3 Validity of Permit of the Uniform Building Code as adopted by the chapter is amended by adding the following: "It is the property owner's responsibility to have the property corners physically located and marked [BY A STATE REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR AND] to make sure that the structure is accurately placed on the site as per the submitted site plan." 4.05.030 Permit fees. The first paragraph of Section 107.2 of the Uniform Building Code adopted by this chapter is amended to read as follows' Attachment A Ordinance No. 1813-99 Page 1 of 4 "Section 107.2 Building Permit Fees. The fee for each building permit shall be paid to the City as set forth in Table No. 1-A of the Uniform Building Code, except that fees for [NEW] construction of Group R-3 and Group U-1 occupancies, or portions thereof as follows: (1) Group R-3 ...... $0.14 per square foot (2) Group U-1 ...... $0.07 per square foot" 4.05.031 Plan review fees. The last sentence of the first paragraph of Section_ 107.3 of the U_n_i¢orm ~ui!dinF Code adopted by this chal~ter is amended to read as follows: "Said plan review fee shall be 65% of the building permit fee as show~__ ia Table l- A for new commercial constructto_n and 20% of the b.uil_~llr~g permit f~e cha_rl~erl in KMC 4.05.030 for new constructio_n_ of Group R-3 and Group U-1 occupa_n_cies." 4.06.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for building security that certain code known as the "Uniform Building Security Code," [1994] I997 Edition, of the International Conference of Building Officials, except for such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended, and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out verbatim herein. 4.10.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the abatement of dilapidated, defective buildings which endanger life, health, property, and public safety, that certain code known as the "Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings,' [1994] 1997 Edition, of the International Conference of Building Officials, except for such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended, and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out verbatim herein. 4.15.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations to promote the development of better sign construction and to provide minimum standards to safeguard life, health, property, and public welfare, by regulating structural requirements for all signs and sign structures located outside of buildings, that certain code known as the "Uniform Sign Code," [1994] 1997 Edition, of the International Conference of Building Officials, except for such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended; and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out verbatim herein. Attachment A Ordinance No. 1813-99 Page 2 of 4 4.20.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the installation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, cooling, and refrigeration systems, that certain code known as the "Uniform Mechanical Code," [1994] 1997 Edition, of the International Conference of Building Officials, including the appendices, except for such portions as are hereafter deleted, modified, or amended; and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out verbatim herein. 4.20.030 Fees. Section 115.2 of the Mechanical Code adopted by this chapter is amended to read' "If a building permit is issued, these fees shall be considered as paid as a part of such permit fee. If no such building permit is issued, the fee shall be computed according to Section 107.2 of the [1994] 1997 Edition of the Uniform Building code." 4.25.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the qualification of persons engaged in the business of plumbing and the installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems, that certain bound volume known as the "Uniform Plumbing Code", [1994] 1997 Edition, of the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, including the appendices, except for such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended; and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out verbatim herein. 4.25.020 Fees. Section 103.4.1 Permit Fees of the Plumbing Code adopted by this chapter is amended to read: "If a building permit is issued, these fees shall be considered as paid as a part of such permit fee. If no such building permit is issued, then the fee schedule shall be computed according to Section 107.2 of the [1994] 1997 Edition of the Uniform Building Code." 4.25.040 Plumbing material standards. Table 14-1 of the Plumbing Code, adopted by this chapter, is amended by deleting therefrom the following: (a) "Homogenous bituminized fiber drain and sewer pipe." (b) "Polybutylene piping." Attachment A Ordinance No. 1813-99 Page 3 of 4 (c) "Polyethylene~ Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene [ABS}, Chlorinated poly {v!_n_yl chloride) [CPVC), Poly {vinyl chloride} [PVC) used for building supply {water service lines) {installation)." 4.25.070 Protection of piping materials and structures. Section 313.0 of the Uniform Plumbing Code adopted by this chapter is amended to add the following: "313.9 Water service pipe shall have the thaw wire connected at the water main, and brought to the surface at the curb stop or other convenient location. Such w/re shall not be smaller than 4/0 AWG." 4.30.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted for the purpose of establishing standards governing the installation of electrical equipment within or on public and private buildings and premises, that certain code known as the "National Electrical Code," [1993] 1999 Edition, including the Unifom Administrative Code Provisions, except for such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended; and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out verbatim herein. 4.30.060 Fees. Section 304(a) Permit fees of the Uniform Administrative Code provisions for the National Electrical Code adopted by this chapter is amended to read' "If a building permit is issued, these fees shall be considered as paid as a part of such permit fee. If no such building permit is issued, the fee shall be computed according to Section 107.2 of the [1994] 1907 Edition of the Uniform Building Code." Attachment A Ordinance No. 1813-99 Page 4 of 4 CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 98-84 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALAS~, DECLARING THE FOLLOWING ENGINE SURPLUS AND DONATING IT TO THE KENAI PENINSULA FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION. WHEREAS, the Seagraves Class A - 1250 gpm Pumper was purchased in 1971 for structural fire suppression in this community; and, WHEREAS, the City of Kenai's Fire Department has replaced Engine 1 this past month and the City of Kenai no longer has a need for the 1971 Seagraves Class A - 1250 gpm Pumper; and, WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Fire Chiefs Association has no funding or resources to purchase an engine, and is interested in utilizing the 1971 Seagraves for training purposes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, that the 1971 Seagraves Class A- 1250 gpm Pumper be donated to the Kenai Peninsula Fire Chiefs Association. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this third day of March, 1999. ATTEST: John J. Williams, Mayor Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' ~[~ Written by Fire Department KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 2, 1998 PAGE 3 VOTE: Measles: Yes Bookey' Yes Williams: Absent Bannock: Swarner' Yes Yes Smalley: Moore: Yes Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. C-4. Ordinance No. 1806-98--Appropriating $900,000 House No. 4 Capital Project Fund. in the Well MOTION: Councilman Smalley MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1806-98. Swarner SECONDED the motion. No public comment. No discussion. Councilwoman VOTE: Measles' Yes Bookey: Yes Williams: Absent Bannock: Yes Swarner: Yes Smalley: Moore: Yes Yes MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. C-5. Resolution No. 98-83--Transferring $4,000 in the Airport Land System Special Revenue Fund and the Airport Terminal Enterprise Fund. MOTION: Councilman Moore MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 98-83. SECONDED the motion. No public comment. Councilman Bookey Councilman Bannock asked the City Attorney how much had been requested. Attorney Graves answered $14,000 plus costs and attorney fees, which he said would be upwards of $16,000 to $17,000. Graves stated the settlement is for about $.25 on the dollar. No objection to UNANIMOUS CONSENT. MOTION PASSED. C-6. Resolution No. 98-84--Declaring the Seagraves gpm Pumper Engine Surplus and Donating it Peninsula Fire Chiefs Association. Class A 1250 to the Kenai KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 2, 1998 PAGE 4 MOTION: Councilman SMALLEY MOVIgD for adoption of Resolution No. 98-84. Councilwoman Swarner I~tlgI2ONDIgD the motion. No public comment. Councilman Bookey asked administration if they had asked any of other Borough communities if they could use this vehicle. City Manager Ross asked Chief Elson if other agencies or municipalities around the state were notified about this vehicle. Elson answered it was not because he didn't feel it was in a condition that warranted more of that kind of use. He said he considered the vehicle unsafe out on the highways. Bookey stated he thought this vehicle was surplused because of maintenance and not because of safety. Elson said that is a "dual issue." Bookey said this vehicle was used as a "first responder" by the City of Kenai on a daily basis, and he said he could see the unit being sent to a place like Hope and be used once a month or less often to possibly save someone's life. He stated he would like to see an effort made to do that before giving the vehicle to the Fire Chiefs Association. Bookey said he probably won't have a problem voting for this resolution after that effort has been made. City Manager Ross said to Elson that this vehicle had been a frrst responder for the City of Kenai, and the safety issue was more one of reliability than of safety of operation. Elson said that is true, but he said there were problems also with the air system and the electrical system that had been failing over the years. Ross asked Elson if it would be possible to let other communities know that the vehicle might be available and that it has some mechanical problems. Elson said yes, that can be done. He said the mechanical problems have to be weighed against the possible uses someone might get out of it. He stated that vehicles that have previously been surplused out end up being "moth balled" somewhere outside. He said he thought better value could be gotten from the vehicle by letting the Fire Chiefs Association use it for training. He also said that no one at the last Peninsula Chiefs meeting said anything about needing the vehicle in their communities. Bookey said he would still like to see this motion tabled and see Administration make an attempt at finding a community that can use the vehicle. He said the City of Kenai used this vehicle as a first responder up until 30 days ago so there's "got to be a life- saving situation" in some other small community and that that would be more beneficial than using the vehicle for training. ~NAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 2, 1998 PAGE 5 MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED to table Resolution 98-84 for 90 days. Moore SECONDED the motion. By a show of hands, the vote was 4 to 2. Councilman MOTION PASSED. Councilman Moore said he wanted to share Elson's concern that the vehicle not be sent somewhere and not be used at all. Councilwoman Swarner agreed and asked how the vehicle was purchased in 1971. No one knew. C-7o Resolution No. 98-85--Declaring the Advanced Life Support Equipment {Physio-Control LifePak 5) Surplus and Donating it to the Community of Hope-Sunrise. MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED for approve of Resolution No. 98-85. Swarner SECONDED the motion. No public comment. No discussion. UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilwoman No objection to MOTION PASSED. C-8o Resolution No. 98-87--Transferring $21,000 in the Kenai ARFF Capital Project Fund for the Payment of Interest on Retainage. MOTION: Councilman Moore MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 98-87. Councilman Smalley SECONDED the motion. No public comment. No discussion. No objection to UNANIMOUS CONSENT. MOTION PASSED. 1999-2000 Liquor License Renewals - a. K-Mart #3623 - Package Store b. Eadie's Frontier Liquor- Package Store Approved by Consent Agenda. C-10. Liquor License Transfer- Casino Bar. Approved by Consent Agenda. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES January 20, 1999 Page 17 VOTE: There were objections. SO ORDERED. H-7. Discussion -- Future Economic Outlook Forum/Alaska Conference of Mayors. Williams reminded council they had placed funds in their budget to conduct a second economic forum. He noted, he would like to use the same criteria in putting the next forum together and wanted to be sure to invite the general public. Approximately 135 people were invited to the last forum which targeted large businesses. Williams added, this time he would like to invite representatives from the Office of Management & Budget to discuss the state budget and what its overall effect will have on local projects. A lengthy discussion followed in which council discussed how the smaller businesses might be targeted and helped. Ross noted, many of the comments coming back on the city's survey note the distress of small businesses in the community. He added, the last forum gave businesses an opportunity to relate to government what they felt were problems. Ross suggested, as part of the facilitation, the small businesses in the community be invited so they can discuss within themselves what their concerns and needs are and not be looking to government for the solutions. Also, the Chamber could be involved in discussing why they are not relevant to the small businesses in the community. Williams suggested planning of the forum get started and suggested a contractor be hired to start the process and suggested Colleen Ward be contacted. Also, that the Chamber, banks, and private sector help sponsor the forum, as well as applying to the Department of Commerce for another mini-grant. Williams asked Ross to pursue with the Chamber the gathering of funds with which to hold the forum. Swarner stated she would want to take proposals from others in the community who would be interested in conducting the forum. It was noted, without advertising for a request for proposals, there was no way to know who in the community may be interested in conducting the forum. Council discussed dates and decided on April 17 at the Senior Center. Freas was asked to check whether there were any other major events going on in the community on that day. ITEM I: I-1. a. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS Mayor Fire Truck Donation -- Williams referred to Information Item No. 2, a letter from the Chitina Volunteer Fire Department stating their interest in receiving the 1971 Seagraves Fire Truck. Williams noted, if he had been present at the December 3 meeting (when the resolution to donate the truck had come forward), he would have spoken in opposition to advertising the unit to other fire departments in KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES January 20, 1999 Page 18 the state. The truck, if donated to the ESI, would be used to train fire fighters for the city and other departments in the state. He added, the city has a partnership with ESI, who manages ARFF, of which the city needs to maintain a strong relationship. Williams suggested the council reconsider donating the truck to another department and administratively transfer the truck to ESI. Bookey stated he was not comfortable with donating the truck out of the area and thought a department on the Peninsula would be able to use it. He added, if the truck is to become part of the ESI program (instructional fire fighting because the truck will not be used in the ARFF training center), the truck should go to auction and let ESI purchase it. Bookey added, the city already set an agreement with ESI and it did not include a fire truck. Moore stated he voted for delaying the donation of the truck in order to advertise it to other departments in hopes that someone closer to Kenai would have a use for it. He added, he was not ready to send it to Chitina. Moore stated, he would like to wait through the 90 days for which it was tabled and if no local department can use it, the matter be discussed again at that point. Williams noted, the ARFF and structural and industrial training schools are a product of the city. The equipment being used has other departments' names on it. If this truck were used there, it would have the city's name on it. He added, there will be more equipment being inventoried there from the state fire training service. The potential of a warehouse being built there has been discussed by him and administration. The city may use some of that warehouse and he would like to build the warehouse large enough to contain all the equipment including the Seagraves. Williams added, the Seagraves should not be sent to a junior or volunteer fire department because it is not in good enough shape to be dependable for general service. Using it for training is a perfect situation. Bannock stated, after learning more about the relationship between ARFF and ESI, he did not see the truck as being given to ESI. He sees it as an administrative transfer to the assets of the whole facility of which the city already owns and ESI manages and fire fighters use. He suggested it could be a debatable point that transferring it to ESI was the best use for the truck, however he thought the truck would be taken out of daily service and giving it a home where it can still be used in the city for the city and the benefit of others. Swarner stated she agreed with Moore that council should wait through the 90-day period as she had hoped the truck would go to a Peninsula community. If there is no community on the Peninsula who wants the truck, then revisit the matter. Bannock asked the difference between donating it to a Peninsula town or Chitina. Swarner answered, it's closer to home. Williams noted, he believed a report of the condition of the truck would show the truck is in poor condition. Bookey stated, if the truck is unsafe, he wanted to get rid of it. He added, he believed the truck has some problems with the brake air system which is a small problem. Bookey continued, council replaced the truck when it was KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES January 20, 1999 Page 19 a first-responding unit and used daily. It was then obsolete for the city, but has a major impact for the rural area of the Peninsula. He added, he looked at the truck. Ross explained, those departments stating an interest are being referred to the city shop. He added, the problems with the truck include the brakes, the transfer lock system (it cannot be replaced and therefore could not be used for an off-road vehicle), the radiator will need to be replaced and the transmission is not reliable. Ross continued, administration does not want to administratively transfer the truck to anyone because it doesn't want the city to be responsible for the truck, the liability of the truck or the maintenance of the truck, which is why the city replaced it. The proposal before council was not to administratively transfer it, but to donate it to the Fire Chiefs' Association. He added, if council waits the 90 days or not, administration does not want the City of Kenai to have title to the truck when it transfers because they don't want the responsibility of repairing it. Williams stated he understood administration's concerns and added, he wouldn't want the truck transferred to an unwitting fire department in the state if it would inherit major mechanical problems. He added, he had heard it would cost upwards of $15,000 to correct the problems, it has. Bookey stated, that was even more reason to take it out of the system and allow ESI to buy it if they want it. Williams suggested waiting the 90 days and discuss it again at the first March meeting. b. Information Item No. 3 -- Williams referred to Information Item No. 3, the summary of 1998 building permit activity. He noted, it was interesting to see that residential garages, additions and remodels amounted to nearly the same building valuation as the entire commercial new construction within the city. He added, that says the citizens of the city are pleased enough with the community and have enough faith in it that they built 45 new homes and remodeled 33 garages in comparison to 18 commercial buildings. c. Historic District Board Information -- Williams noted, there is a lot of emphasis being put on the new millennium for the preservation of the historic areas of communities and creation of new educational opportunities and infrastructure. Also, a lot of emphasis is being placed on working with Native American communities within communities. Williams continued, he believed Congress will make available funding to communities to implement those items. William reminded council of the breakfast meeting scheduled for Monday, January 25 with the area Native groups at which time they will discuss some of these ideas and how they will affect the city. Also, Williams added, council should be thinking of what can be done to enhance the historic district (lighting, etc.) I-2. City Manager a. Cunningham Park Project -- Ross noted, some funds are being held that the Cunningham heirs requested be dedicated to something in the park. He added, administration intended to incorporate those funds into the park development but the items purchased with the funds may not be itemized unless council wants a CITY OF KENA! 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ 1992 M emoranCium Date: To: From.' January 28, 1999 Mayor and Council Richard A. Ross, City Manager Seagraves At the January 20th City Council meeting, the subject of the Seagraves came up. Attached is a copy of the report submitted to former Chief Bumett by the City Shop Foreman. Both former Chief Burnett and Chief Elson recommended this vehicle be removed from City service because of reliability factors and anticipated high maintenance costs. I interviewed Mr. Reetz at the time on this and he stood solidly behind his recommendation of removal from service. Agencies, including the Fire Chiefs' Association, requesting this unit are being made aware of the potential maintenance problems. While the Council has several alternatives concerning the disposal of this unit, (i.e. donation to the Fire Chiefs' Association, donation to another Fire Department, auction), retention by the City is an option we strongly recommend against. Maintenance of this mt was a major justification in its retirement from service and its replacement with a $275,000 expenditure for another unit. At the time we were negotiating the ARFF contract with ESI, the City agreed to maintain the ARFF vehicles. As they are a directly related ARFF item, this was deemed an appropriate negotiable issue. The issue of the Seagraves was discussed with Mr. Fran Reinhardt at that time as he was aware it was proposed for replacement. He was advised disposal would be at the direction of the City Council. He was further advised that the Administration was opposed to any continuing maintenance responsibilities for the unit, as it was not an ARFF related item, and would be a general fund maintenance obligation. We also could not justify negotiating an agreement with ESI under the assumption they would come into possession of the unit prior to Council directions on disposal, or agreeing to maintenance of the unit at the same time we were arguing for replacement based on projected maintenance problems. Had either the former or present Fire Chief, or City Shop Foreman recommended retention of the unit and continuing maintenance responsibilities, I would not have recommended the expenditure for its replacement. Attachment Date: January 2, 1997 To' Subject: MEMORANDUM Chief David Bumett Dave Reetz, Shop 1971 Sea Graves Fire Vehicle This truck has had a long history of various repairs. It was partially re-furbished by Seattle Pump in 1992, and that only prolonged the use another few years at best. The wiring and air system is still 1971 and continually breaking down. Electrical and Air problems are never ending. The 6V-71 Detroit Diesel Engine at this point, needs replaced at the approximate cost of $10,000.00, if we do it in our shop. The truck is still a 1971 truck. The air compressor is pumping oil and scheduled to be replaced in January, 1997 at a cost of $500.00. This won't solve air leaks, but probably will create some more. The fuel system has nearly been replaced since re-furbishing was done. .. The body is cracking and needs some body repair. The transmission has good and bad days also, and the estimated cost for replacement is about $4,000.00. The locking mechanism in the rear end is worn out and will not work. We have been advised that no parts are available. The differential lock is 10 -7. Last but not least, the radiator has been leaking and so far being held together with stop leak. The core is bad and would best be replaced when the engine is replaced. It is nearly impossible to replace without removing the engine and a top section of the cab. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 3, 1999 PAGE 18 ITEM I: b~ Co de ao bo co ADMINISTRATION REPORTS Mayor -- Planning/h Zoning Commission Opening-- Williams requested the other council candidates be contacted as to whether they would be interested in being appointed to the Planning & Zoning Commission. Northern Edge 99 -- William noted he had been invited to attend Northern Edge 99, a joint field training exercise to be held in Seward on March 8. He added, he would be out of town during this training and invited council to attend. Sears Roebuck -- Williams reported he had not received any comments back from correspondence he sent to Sears and asked council if they wanted him to stop in Chicago on his way back from Washington, DC. He added, he believed Kenai needed to be aggressive in encouraging Sears {and Walmart) to move operations to Kenai. Measles suggested Williams stop in Chicago. Williams stated he would try to contact them for an appointment. He added, while in Juneau, he would find out how many shares of Sears stock the Permanent Fund owns and how many shares Alaska residents own. Old Library Buildinil/Kenai Arts & Humanities Lease -- Williams requested to look at the lease for the builcling. City Manager-- Seagraves Fire Truck -- Ross referred to his memorandum included in the packet in regard to the Seagraves fire engine. He added, along with the memorandum was information regarding the mechanical condition of the engine, etc. which is being sent out to anyone interested in the engine. Ross also noted, his memorandum discussed the rationale used in the city's negotiations with ESI in regard to their acquiring the engine. Fire Department/Airport Response -- Ross reported he would travel to Anchorage on February 18 with Atha and Elson to talk with FAA regarding the Fire Department's response time to the airport and how to address concerns. Emergency Management Relocation -- Ross reported a decision of whether the Emergency Management Office is moved to the ARFF will be decided by the end of February. 04:~.3P1'1 CE,~.CI'RRL EMERG SVCS ~07 £6~ 'RECEIVED' I j I , IJ NOV i 8 ' CiTy OF Ki~NA! ADM_..IN!STR,A,T!,ON November 18, 1998 Rick Ross, City Manager City of Kenai 105 S. Willow Street Kenai AK 99611-7666 Dear Mr. Ross: The Kenai Peninsula Fire Chief's Association discussed the possible donation of an old Kenai Fire Dopartment engine at their meeting on November 5, 1998. The discussion centered on the Association accepting the donation, then mat(lng the engine available to the PRISM Training facility to be used for fir, training. A motion was made, and secondeci, to accept the City of Kenai don=tion should it be offer, d. The Association would then offer the use of the engine to the PRISM Training facility contingent upon tl~eir agreement to provide insurance and . maintenance for the vehicle. "'~'e,.:: motion was unanimously approved by th, membership. A donation of this nature would be of great benefit to the future students of the PRISM facility. ~lease let ~.~s know your decision on this issue. ~msident Kenai Peninsula Fire Chlef's Association Chitina Volunteer Fire Department PO Box 71 Chitina, Alaska 99566 (907)823-2263 December 21, 1998 Mayor John Williams & Kenai City Council 105 South Willow Street Kenai, Alaska 99611 Dear Mayor and City Council, It is our understanding that Kenai Fire Department has an apparatus you may want to surplus. We the Chitina Volunteer Fire Department are currently registered with the State Fire Marshal's Office, have 26 personnel on our roster, conduct an ongoing training program, and also require our Volunteers to attend at least two hours of training per month. After the first of the new year, we plan on sending three members to a course on, Method of Instruction. Our Station House has two Apparatus Bays and we also have another building we're currently renovating for another Apparatus Bay. This will give us room for two additional Apparatus to help better protect our Service Area. The Chitina Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Service Area covers 2000 square miles. Steep topography, annual perception, and severe wind conditions also add to our situation. The Copper River Corridor (aka) Hickel Highway, the McCarthy Road, and the Edgerton Highway, have but one route of EGRESS, with few to NO definable spaces. Outlying Townships, subdivisions, a new 14 unit apartment complex, State of Alaska Dept. of Trans., Chitina Maintenance Facility, our local fuel and propane vendor, and the Chitina Airport which serves as an emergency landing strip for jetliners and small aircraft, are the other conflagrations in our Service Area. There is no other Fire Service available to provide protection / service to these outlying areas, which are heavily influenced by the STRUCTURAL/WILDLAND INTERFACE. Our closest Mutual Aid Department's response time takes 45 minutes to 1 hour. At -25 degrees F., they can only send personnel, due to Apparatus freezing in route in the past. Our current inventory of equipment consists of, one Model 9 Pumper with 1000 gal. cap. and ~000- ~,.~.-,..o ,, ,,, ,~i~s~,ip...._ ... pump, it is now in Anchora~e,~ for rer~air.. One 500 g.p.m. Hale portable pump, one 250 g.p.m, float pump, and one 165 g.p.m, portable pump. Also 2600 ft. of 2 1/2" hose line, 2000 ft. of 1 1/2" hose line, 300 ft. of 1 3/4" hose line, and 1500 ft. of 4" plastic hose line. Any apparatus or equipment you may be looking to surplus would be of great interest and appreciation to the CVFD. If you have any concerns or further questions, please feel free to contact me at the office (907)823-2263 or at home (907)823-2250. Thanks for your time and consideration in this matter. Dean Lenard, Fire Chief ![1[ Illlll ~il~ II l~!l Illli=E ANCHOR POINT, AK ANCHOR POINT FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE AREA P. O. Box 350 , 6-0350 Phone: (907) 235-6700 January 22, 1999 Fax: (907) 235.2633 City of K enai Kcnai, Alaska 99611 To the Honorable Mayor and City Council for thc City of Kcnai: We have learned of your interest in surplusing out the 1971 Seagraves fire truck. We would like to inform you of our needs and situation as a potential home for thc truck. Anchor Point reorganized as a fire department in 1978 and became a service area of the Kcnai Peninsula Borough in 1983. Since then we have acquired some new and used equipment and built a new building with which to serve our communiW and service area. In 1996, Anchor Point became thc 24th Fire Departmcm certified by thc State of Alaska to teach Fire Fighter I classes and since that time ,ve have taught a fire fighter course every year. It has long been a dream of the Anchor Point Volunteer Fire Department, as well as thc Service Area Board, to build a satellite station in the vicinity of the Russian village of Nikolaevsk, so we could better service thc people in that area of the North Fork Road. At thc January 9, 1999 meeting of the Anchor Point Fire and Emergency Service Area Board it was decided to approach you about sharing in our vision. Nikolaevsk has constructed a water system through Village Safe Water and has installed a fire hydrant system with 8 inch mains capable of supplying an adequate water supply for protecting all the buildings including the school in thc village. In the last year, without training or equipment (except hoses and nozzles), they have been able to bring several fires under control by thc time thc Anchor Point Fire Department has arrive& down the windy, sometimes treacherous roads that lead into the ~illage. Recently, we have started a Fire Fighter Class in .4a~chor Point and there have been 12 regular attendees from that area. They will be building an addition on the side of their Water Maintenance building that could be used to house a piece of fire equipment, until we, as a Service ,M'ca, can build a building on some borough property. If you should agree to supply the truck,, it would be homed and maintained at the Anchor Point fire station until their building is completed. Like all service area equipment,, thc Kcnai Peninsula Borough would hold the title and insure the equipment Ibr the Anchor Point Fire and Emergency Service Area. KPB would enter into a lease agreement with thc community of Nikolaevsk for the building space, after it is built. We commend your intentions to supply such a piece of equipment to a needy area and the foresight to insure that it is properly cared for and used by trained personnel. We would welcome any questions, additional concerns and comments that you might have regarding this matter. Most sincerely, ,~ Robert W Craig, Chairman of Board AAI/ENGINEERING SUPPORT, INC. Pacific Rim h~stilute Of Safer)' and Management February 8, 1999 City Council 210 Fidalgo St., Suite 200 Kenai, AK 99611 Dear City Council Members: FEB I 11299 I would like to address the issue of the 1971 Seagrave Fire Engine. This is a recommendation only. To accommodate the needs of the fire training center and the partnership between the City of Kenai and ESI, I do believe it is in the best interest of the City to maintain ownership of the above mentioned vehicle. I understand the history of this vehicle and understand the city's replacement of this vehicle, i.e. non-reliable in an emergency situation, however this vehicle is mechanically safe for training operations. I would further like to suggest that the City maintain ownership with an addendum to the ESI management agreement to state that ESI will pickup all preventative maintenance and minor repairs. If any repair exceeded $2000.00 or above then those would be the City's responsibility and at that time the City could make the decision to de-commission the vehicle. I can not stress enough the importance that this vehicle is to the partnership between the City of Kenai and ESI. Your consideration on this issue is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions'or comments concerning this issue please feel free to contact me. Respectfully Submitted, David C. Bumett, Director cc: Richard A Ross, City Manager P.O. Box 3670--450 Marathon Rd Kenai. AK 996 i 1 907-283-3()54~t-877-283-3054 HAR 01 '99 11:25 AH ANCHOR POINT FIRE AND ., ,, ,,. ~, ,,;'~ .,.- ._~ EMERGENCY MEDICAL ........... I~ SERVICE AREA - ,.~,,~~~.:... --'~.'--~ P.O. Box 350 ANCHOR POINT, AK 99556-0350 Phone: (907) 235-6700 TELECOPY COVER LETTER DATE: 1 March '99 PLEASE DELIVEK THE FOLLOWING PAGES TO' NAME' Mr, Jason Elson, Fire Chie£ FIRM: Ke .n. a_ i_ F_t~.~e Department CITY: Kenai, AK 99611-7745 ~) TELFPHONE NUMBER: __907/283-7666 ........ TELECOPY NUMBER: 907/283-8171 FROM: Robert W, C,_.r_ai_~, Assistant Fire C_,h_i. ef,_:..cjia~i?man of tl)e Board AP Fire s'~i'''' D£SCRIPTIO~ OF I~.IERIAL' ~____R_e-afftrmatt. on of the need and could us, '71 .'.', ---:~ .. pumper .Pc.ge 1 · · · . .,, TOTAL NUMBER OF PACES (INCLUDING COVER LETTER): 2 Will hard copy this letter in tits mail this afternoon. .:;::':: ... · · .. .. · . · ..-: '. · . .:. · . -. .t, ... .-....: .. , If you do not receive all the pages, p ease call (907) 235-6700 back as eoon aa?::' possible. Thank you. . ..:.~ ..... Operator:---------L°ra L. Craig, Secretary ' - ";;'"'.'... We are transmitting from a RICOH FAX 22 Telecopy number: (907) 235-2633 HAR 01 '99 ll:2G AH Phone: (907) 235-6700 FAX: March 1,1999 (907) 235-2633 Jason A. Eison, Firc Chicf City of Kcnai Fire Department 105 South Willow Street Kenai, Alaska 99611-7745 Re: 1971 Seagraves Pumper Chief Elson, We appreciated your communication on the condition and potcntial problems concerning the 1971 Seagraves Pumper. 'Our Service Area Board has met and decided that ~ ~ still be interested in obtaining the pumper. We believe il will meet our needs for the limited use that it would require at the Nikolacvsk substalion. Sincerely, Robert W. Cra/g Chairman of the Board Anchor Point Fire and Emergency Service Area Suggested by: Administration CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 99-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA ADOPTING A FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLAN. WHEREAS, the City Manager established a Health Insurance Advisory Committee comprised of city employees; and, WHEREAS, the committee is studying various options for providing insurance benefits; and, WHEREAS, the committee realizes that City employees do not have short-term disability or other supplemental insurance coverage; and, WHEREAS, the committee requested that the City establish an optional cafeteria plan for supplemental insurance coverage under Internal Revenue Code Section 125 for the benefit of eligible employees; and, WHEREAS, the committee has recommended the City allow American Family Life Assurance Company (AFLAC), an insurance company, to offer city'employees supplemental insurance products; and, WHEREAS, participation in this plan is optional and does not affect the employees' existing health benefits; and, WHEREAS, the cost is borne by participating employees and not by the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Kenai adopts the Flexible Benefits Plan (consisting of the flexible benefits plan document, the Adoption Agreement, and component benefit plans and Policies) for the City of Kenai effective March 15, 1999. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Manager is authorized to execute the Adoption Agreement and any related documents or amendments which may be necessary or appropriate to adopt the plan or maintain its compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, this 3rd day of March 1999. ATTEST: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance: (2/12/99) mk JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Koncor Forest Products Companv A periodic publication of the Resource Development Council, Inc. Environmentalists target Fishing industry, Southwest Alaska communities brace for new Steller sea lion restrictions X By Rick Marks After more than a quarter century, the Endangered Species Act (ESA) remains one of the most significant forces in federal law. Widely viewed by industries nationwide as excessive and inflexible, the ESA has achieved true omnipotence throughout the environmental industry whose "Green Lobby" has found it an easy target. The ESA exposes federal agencies to litigation by its inherent dysfunction and lack of accountability. The "Green Lobby's" exploitation of the ESA is an economy killer across the nation. Sadly, Alaska's small coastal communities cannot escape unscathed. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is one of two federal agencies responsible for administering the ESA, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) being the other. A central tenet ofthe ESA requires these agencies to ensure that human actions do not "jeopardize" the recovery or adversely modify the critical habitat of threatened and endangered species. One need only recall snail darters and the Tellico Dam in the southeast, and spotted owls and logging in the Pacific Northwest to be mindful of the ESA's far-reaching implications. The ESA requires NMFS and USFWS to consult with any federal agency regarding activities that may harm protected species. Whenever an New measures to protect the Steller sea lion will prohibit pollock trawling in the Aleutian Islands region, resulting in significant impacts to communities like Unalaska-Dutch Harbor. The restrictions will cost the fishing industry $100 million annually and put fishermen at increased risk as they are forced further offshore seeking alternative fishing areas. (Photo by Carl Portman) agency determines the existence/ recovery of a species is "jeopardized," it is required to develop a mitigation strategy to alleviate the problem. The agencies are required to "use the best scientific and commercial data available" in their ESA decision-making processes. The Gulf of Alaska and Bering Sea/ Aleutian Island region is home base for Alaska's commercial pollock trawl fish- ery. The fishery is one of the largest in the U.S., accounting for harvests in excess of one million metric tons worth $650 million. The fishery is managed by the North Pacific Fishery Manage- ment Council (NPFMC) and ultimately, by NMFS. The region is also home to the western population of Steller sea lions. During 1991-93, the environmental industry filed suit against NMFS fo, failure to adequately protect the s lion population which suffered perioo~ of decline since the 1970s. The agency possessed no information linking pollock trawling and sea lion decline beyond (Continued to page 4) Governor, Legislature face big challenge Solving Alaska's fiscal gap is high RDC priority Last month a new state legislature opened in Juneau and Governor Tony Knowles unveiled priorities for his sec- ond four-year term in the traditional state-of-the-state address. A top prior- ity of the Governor and the Legislature is getting a handle on Alaska's serious fiscal situation. A solution to Alaska's budget problems is perhaps one of the greatest responsibilities the Governor and any Legislature will ever face. With record Iow oil prices, Alaska is confronted with one of its most serious fiscal challenges ever- a $1 billion budget deficit projected in each of the next three years. During this period, the ) state's cash reserves outside of the ~:'Permanent Fund will be exhausted unless significant actions are taken this spring to head off disaster. These actions will require tough decisions from our elected leaders in Juneau. Some of these decisions will be unpopular, but leadership and unity will be required to meet the challenges. Sooner the better because the situation is grave and cannot wait until the tense, closing hours of the session. Slumping oil prices and a weak Asian economy have hit Alaska hard. The private sector has already taken action to tighten its belt. Both BP and ARCO have substantially cut spending and more than a thousand Alaskans who either work directly for an oil com- pany or in the support industry have lost or will soon be losing their jobs. Unfortunately, the recent financial straits are not confined to oil. The timber and fishing industries are in the tank, both hit hard by weak Asian markets. Timber production is down by 70 percent or more in some areas, budgets have been drastically cut and industry employment has fallen to ail-time lows. Meanwhile, the mining industry, which has shown record growth and production over the last several years, is now struggling to cope with Iow commodity prices across the board. While Alaska's economy may be more diversified today compared to the mid-1980s when Iow oil prices sparked a statewide recession, the full effects of the current downturn have yet to hit the general economy. However, in keeping the big picture in mind, Alaska has a lot going for it. In fact, some argue Alaska is rich, not poor. After all, how many states have a $25 billion savings ac- count and billions in reserve accounts? Alaska's financial challenges can be met, but it will .require our elected leaders to make tough choices in using the revenue and budget tools that are available but which are politically unpopular. More budget cuts and increases in state efficiencies will help, .but Alaskans know there is no way the state can realistically cut $1 billion from the current $2.3 billion state budget. New taxes on industry are not the answer either as such action would discourage investment and harm a business climate severely shaken by global economic events. The fiscal gap itself is a significant hurdle in attracting investment capital here. Wary investors will think twice about Alaska if they believe there is a serious risk of higher taxation as a consequence of an unsustainable gap between state revenues and spending. The solution can be found in using a combination of tools to solve the prob- lem. No one tool- a state income tax, budget cuts, or use of Permanent Fund earnings -- solves the problem en- tirely. The dilemma is which tool to use first. RDC applauds Governor Knowles for putting a plan on the table and for encouraging debate on the issue. RDC also applauds the Legislature for mak- ing this issue a top priority and getting down to business. We are pleased to see the administration and the legisla- ture work together as a team to find a solution. As Senator Drue Pearce and Rep. Brian Porter recently said, "we ali have a stake in setting a new direction for the 21 st Century. We look forward to the challenge and stand ready for the work ahead." Alaska is looking into the hour- glass, but RDC is confident Juneau will come to grips with this problem and do what is in the best interest of our state. RDC is working with the Knowles Ad- ministration and the Legislature on the fiscal plan issue. We need to act now while we have options rather than wait- lng until we are faced with tougher choices down the road. RDC objects to changes in Bering Sea pollock fishery In a recent letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), RDC objected to new restrictions on the pollock fishery that will impact the economies of many Southwest Alaska communities and the livelihoods of thousands of Alaskans. Pollock, the largest and most valu- able fishery in Alaska, is the economic engine of many communities. "Some of the measures being imple- mented by NMFS could significantly impact our economy without demon- strated benefit to the Steller sea lion," RDC noted. The Steller sea lion popu- lations are in decline, but what has caused that decline remains unknown. February 1999 / RESOURCE REVIEW / Page 3 The fishing industry contends that the latest environmental lawsuit will kill jobs and damage the economy in rural Alaska. direct correlation between fishing and sea lion decline, the agency had no choice but to reverse its position of the last several years and issue a determi- · nation that commercial pollock trawling was now jeopardizing sea lion exist- ence/recovery. The agency internally fast-tracked a series of mitigation measures even more restrictive then the first set impte- mented during 1991-93. The new mea- sures for the GOA include over 40 new trawl exclusion zones. Starting in 1999, pollock trawling is completely prohib- ited in the Aleutian Islands region, and the fishing season opening dates will be changed. The majority of traditional commercial fishing grounds will now be trawl exclusion zones, and the percentage of pollock that can be taken by trawling from sea lion critical habitat will be reduced to 50 percent, down from current levels of 70 percent. These changes will whipsaw the shore-based workforce, cost the industry in excess of $100 million annually, and put fishermen at increased risk as they are forced further offshore seeking alternative fishing areas. On December 18, 1998, District Court Judge Ziily issued a stay to permit Alaska's pollock trawl fishery to open on January 20, 1999 underthe agency's mitigation plan. Not surprising to anyone, the AeC and Greenpeace have "The big winner in the final analysis wifl be the group th~ never had anything at stake to begin with --- the environmental industry wifl tout the sea lion 'Victory' to raise more money from well-intentioned folks who just don't seem to roafize tt~e sawbucR they gave Greenpeace last year was used to put an Alaskan fisherman out of business this year, will make trouble for a Maine lobster man next year and a Gulf of Mexico red snapper fisherman in the next miflennium." vowed to file an injunction to stop Alaska's pollock fishery. A final ruling is expected in February 1999. The big winner in the final analysis will be the group that never had anything at stake to begin with --the environmental industry will tout the sea lion "victory" to raise more money from well-intentioned folks who just don't seem to realize the sawbuck they gave Greenpeace last year was used to put an Alaskan fisherman out of business this year, will make trouble for a Maine lobster man next year and a Gulf of Mexico red snapper fisherman in the next millennium. At first glance, escaping an embarrassing ESA court defeat would' appear to cede the federal agency a narrow margin of victory. However. placing increased restrictions on Alaska's southwest communities by operating in an internal vacuum absent of accountability and failing to utilize the best scientific and commercial information available does little for the agency's dwindling credibility. Amazingly, sea lions may also lose in this dysfunctional exercise. The federal government has never bothered to scientifically determine what the impacts-- positive, negative, or neutral, these management measures actually have on the animals or the ecosystem. It is certainly within the realm of possibility these measures will have no quantifiable affect on sea lions whatsoever. Ironically, Alaska's commercial fishing industry and fishing-based coastal communities, which depend on a healthy ecosystem and are actively working to seek independent science- based answers to sea lion questions, stand to lose the most in this process. As Alaskan fishermen are pushed further offshore the communities will continue to lose them in weather-related accidents. This problem, already prevalent in commercial fishing operations, is being exacerbated by NMFS and Greenpeace and will continue for as long as the ESA remains .unimproved. In an effort to remain viable b~. economically and culturally, the coastal communities of southwest Alaska have banned together in the face of runaway environmentalism and the omnipres- ent ESA. The communities have formed a "Steller Sea Lion Caucus" and initi- ated public information and political action campaigns designed to promote an independent scientific-based Steller sea lion research program, and inform members of Congress and other com- munity leaders throughout the U.S. that despite overtures toward promoting sus- tainable resource use, Greenpeace and the "Green Lobby" are using the ESA to trash the economy and kill jobs in rural Alaska. The future is unclear but one thing is certain -- the battle is joined, the gloves are off, and for the long term. Rick E. Marks is a marine scientist and professional staff member at Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh's Virginia offi"" Staff in ROMEA 's Virginia office are assi, southwest Alaska's coastal communl~,~¢ with the Stefler sea lion issue. Mr. Marks addressed the Steller sea lion issue at a Decemlaer breakfast meeting of the Resource Development Council. February 1999 / RESOURCE REVIEW / Page 5 · RDC supports improvements to Alaska forest law The Resource Development Council is urging legislators to pass a bill that would make improvements to the Forest Practices Act. Senate Bill 12 is the result of a cooperative effort by forest users to evaluate the effectiveness and suitability of the Forest Practices Act and recommend improvement that would strengthen the protection of Alaska's streams and water quality. The modifications outlined in the bill are based on sound science, according to RDC Executive Director Ken Freeman. "RDC is a strong proponent of reasonable regulations based on sound science and economic feasibility," said Freeman. "SB 12 meets these tests and we urge its passage." In 1996, the Board of Forestry established a science and technical committee, comprised of scientists from the timber, commercial fishing and ...... environmental interests, as well as state · and federal agencies, to review and assess concerns about the adequacy of the act's provisions. The committee's two-year study identified several opportunities to improve salmon habitat and water quality. A stakeholders committee then convened to incorporate these findings into recommendations to the Board. The board subsequently endorsed the recommendations and requested legislative approval of the measures. Proposed modifications to the Forest Practices Act would enhance protection measures for Alaska streams and salmon habitat while providing predictability to the timber industry in its harvesting activities. SB 12 affects only the spruce and hemlock forests under the Department of Natural Resources jurisdiction in coastal areas between Ketchikan and Kodiak. Under current regulations, all anadromous streams are protected, although exceptions are allowed for marginal streams. SB 12 will eliminate all exceptions and provide additional protections. The bill accomplishes several goals: · It assigns a "type" classification that covers all streams, putting to rest concerns that some segments of anadromous streams were not included for protection. · It extends the no-harvest, riparian buffer zone to ALL anadromous fish streams, relative to "type." · It requires the retention of Iow- value timber along certain tributaries where prudent, so that trees may eventually fall into streams, forming natural pools downstream that are important to fish rearing. Senator Jerry Mackie, sponsor of the bill, says the legislation is "a cooperative step forward in the protection and wise utilization of our resources." Hearing on Pogo prospect draws support Teck Resources, Inc., recently applied for the necessary permits for an advanced exploration program at the Pogo gold prospect near Delta Junction. Preliminary information suggests that a gold resource of 5.2 million ounces exists at Pogo. The method of mining this deposit would be underground with a surface footprint much smaller than ) many open pit mines. ..- Teck is seeking permission through the permitting process to begin work in March on construction of a 2,000-foot access road and a 5,500-foot tunnel. The tunnel would provide access to the deposit in order to obtain the informa- tion needed to determine the economic viability of the project, the extent of mineralization, practicality of potential mining methods and mine design. Teck's advanced exploration proposal requests approval for a five-year explo- ration program, including surface ex- ploration drilling and underground ac- tivities. If early exploration results prove feasible, Teck may begin design and submit a permit application for a full scale mine before the proposed five- year permit ends. A hard rock mine and mill at Pogo would create approximately 350 con- struction jobs and 250 permanent year- round jobs during its operational life. At a public hearing in Fairbanks January 28, RDC testified in support of a site-specific criterion for Total Dis- solved Solids (TDS) of 650 mg/L, which reflects the natural background condi- tion for TDS levels in the groundwater at the site. Some 50 people attended the hear- lng. Nearly all favored the project. February 1999 / RESOURCE REVIEW / Page 7 Resource Development for Alaska Inc. Legislative Update Council, Legislation Supported bY RDC S JR 3 Consti .tutional Amendment: Legislative Repeal of Re~lafions. Sponsor(s): Taylor. The legislature may, after finding a regulation adopted by a State department or agency is inconsistent with its enabling statute, repeal the re~lation by a resolution concurred in by a majority of the members of each house. SB 12 Forest Practices' Streams/Tributaries. Sponsor(s): Mackie. Classifies anadromous streams and tributaries, establishes buffers on certain streams, and requires retention of low value timber along certain water bodies where prudent. SB 33 Task Force on Privatization. Sponsor(s)' Ward. Establishes a Task Force on Privatization in the legislative branch to identify functions of our state government that could economically and appropriately be privatized. HB12 Railroad Easement to Alaska:Canada Border. Sponsor(s): James. Reserves an exclusive use easement for the Alaska Raikoad Corporation in state land within the raikoad fight-of way, and reserves exclusive use easements for terminal and station areas on state land within the utility corridor that the corporation may designate. HB 23 Forest Practices: Streams/Tributaries. Sponsor(s) Phillips. 'See SB 12. ,,Legislation Monitored by RDC S JR 1 Constitutional Amendment: Subsistence Preference. Sponsor(s): Adams, Hoffman, Lincoln. Consistent with the sustained yield principle, the legislature shall grant a preference to and among residents in the taking of fish and wildlife for subsistence uses on the basis of customary and traditional use, cultural tradition, direct dependence, local residence, or the availability of alternative resources. H JR 2 Constitutional Amendment: Biennial State Budget. Sponsor(s)' Phillips. During each odd- numbered fiscal year, the governor shall submit to the legislature a budget for the next two. years. The governor, ai the same time, shall submit a general appropriation bill to authorize the proposed expenditures in the biennial State budget. H JR 4 Constitutional Amendment: Subsistence Users. Sponsor(s): Davies. The legislature may, consistent with the sustained yield principle, provide a priority for subsistence users in the talcing of fish and wildlife and other replenishable natural resources based on place of residence, dependence on replenishable natural resources for subsistence uses, or customary and traditional use of replenishable natural resources for subsistence uses. H JR 5 Constitutional Amendment: Dedicated Highway and Harbor Funds. Sponsor(s)' Austerman. Allows dedicated funds when required by the federal government for State participation in federal programs. Revenue received after June 30, 2001, from State taxes 'on motor vehicle fuel shall be placed in a highway fund. Revenue received after June 30, 2001, from State taxes on fuel used in watercraft shall be placed in a harbor fund. Updated February 3, 1999 Suggested by: Admin/~..~x CITY OF KENAI RESOLUTION NO. 99-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KEN~, ALASKA ACCEPTING CONVEYANCE OF A 9.64 +_. ACRE PARCEL NEXT TO KEN~ CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL FROM THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH. WHEREAS, the Ciiy of Kenai will be building a multipurpose recreational facility and has determined a site in proximity to Kenai Central High School would be ideal for this facility; and, WHEREAS, the City of Kenai has agreed to provide a site for construction of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska; and, WHEREAS, the City Administration determined this site would be ideal for both facilities; and, WHEREAS, Kenai Peninsula Borough passed Ordinance 98-69 authoriz~g the borough acquisition of land next to Kenai Central High School in exchange for granting lots on the Kenai River to the State of Alaska Mental Health Trust; and, WHEREAS, Kenai Peninsula Borough passed Ordinance 98-74 (attached) authoriz~g the conveyance of a 9.64 _ Acre parcel within the City of Kenai next to Kenai Central High School to the City of Kenai at other than Market Value, for public facilities; and, WHEREAS, Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance 98-74 sets terms for the conveyance of said property. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Kenai accepts conveyance of said property from the Kenai Peninsula Borough according to the terms set forth in Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance 98-74. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, this 3rd day of March 1999. ATTEST: JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Approved by Finance' ~,'~- (2/17/99) mk SENT BY' KPB PLANNING; 2-16-99 11 '05; 9072628618 => 907 283 3014; Introduced by: Date: H~ring: Action: Vote: Mayor I~08/98 01/0 $/99 Enacted Yes. I Abstain K~.NAI PENINSULA BOROUGH ORDINANCE 98-74 AN ORDNANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEY.~XrCE OF A 9,64-t- ACRE PARCEL WITHIN TIlE CITY OF KENAI NEXT TO ~N 'A.I CE~NTRAL HIGH SCHOOL TO THE CITY OF KENAI .aT OTHER THAN MARKET VALUE, FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES WHEREAS, thc borough cxpccrs ro receive a quitclaim deed from the Alaska Ment.~l Health Trust to the subject lanci t2u'ough a land exchange a~ authorized by Ordinance 98-69; and WHEREAS, the [.and will be deposited into the land bank; and WHEREAS, the Ciq' of Kenai has identified t.l~s as thc most.appropriate, sukable area to consu'uct a covered, mulQpu~ose recreational.facility for the City of' Kenai and a possible site for the Challenger Learning Center of' Alaska.; and ~rIt'E~AS, the City of Kenai is a local govemmem within the Kenai Peninsula Borough providi.ng services to Borough residents; and WHEREAS, the land requested by the City of Kenai should be conveyed at other than fair market value to enable the City of Kenai to better serve Borough residents; and WHEREAS, the KPB Planning Commission at its regularly scheduled meeting of December 14, 1998 recommended enactment by unanimous cor~em. NOW, THEREFOr, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENA.I PENINSULA BOROUGH: SECTION 1. That pursuant to KPB 17.10.120 (D) the Assembly finds that conveying that portion of the WV:SW%SE¼ lying south o~' the Kenai Spur Highway, R.O.W., Section 33, T6N, RI I W. S.M., Alaska to the City. of Kenai at other than fair market value, is in the best interest of the public and the Borough. This finding is based on the following facts: The land will be used for a public purpose beneficial to the general public. The City of Kenai isa local government within the Kenai peninsula Borough providing services m Borough residents. Kenai Peninsula-Bor0u~h, Al.'~ka ,Yew Text t ;~_~?'/i. ed; [DELEteD' :I'EXT-BRA-bK£TED] Page I of 3 SENT BY' KPB PLANNING; iii iiii ..... 2-16-99 11'06; 9072628618 => 907 283 3014; C. The subject land will provide a site ['or a covered, multipurpose r¢¢re~6onal facility for the City of l(¢v~i and a possible site tbr the Challenger L~aming Center.of Al~ka. SECTION 2. The mayor is authorized, pursuant to KPB 17.10. [00(I), Negoda[¢d Sale or Lem¢, to negotiate thc sale of that portion of th~ W½SW¼SEY, lying south of the Kenai Spur Highway, R.O.W., Section 3.3, T6'N, R11 W, S.M., Alaska (hereafter referred to as "property.") to the City. of Ke~, subject to the sale conditions required by this ordinance and r. he applicable consistent provisions of K.PB 17. I 0. The sale price shall be $1.00. Thc [and shall.b~ conveyed by Quitclaim Deed. Thc authorization is for negotiation solely with the City, ot' K.¢nai, and it may not assign any fights to negotiate or enter an agreement for sale to any other person or entity.. The multi- purpose t'acility or Challcnter Lcamin§ Center shall be placed on the property within three years of the date of this ordinance or thc property ~h'all be reconveyed to the borough. This ordinance is corningent on the conveyance of the property, to thc borough .by the State of Alaska, Alaska Mental Health Trust pursuant to Ordinance 91t-69. SECTION 3. Encepdons to K~B 17.10.060 requiring classification before deposit in the [and bank, KPI3 17.10.090, requiring clarification and disposition of borough land at fair market value, and KPB 17.10. l 10, Notice of disposition, are appropriate based on the £ollowing f'mdings: . That special circumstances or conditions e:cist' FIND~G: Special circumstances e:dst in that this is a conveyance to mother government entity, City of Kenai, for the purpose of' constructing public facilities benefitting the residents of the borough. 2~ That the exception i~ necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of' a substantial property, right and is the most practical manner of complying with the intent o£ this chapter: FINDING- Classification prior to deposit in the land bank and sale at fair market value .as required.by KPB 17.10.060 and 17.10.090 is unnecessary as the properD,' is committed for facilities which will benefit all borough residents. A deed restriction requiring th~ property to be used for governmental purposes will be included in the conveyance without classi~ing the parcel. The projects planned for the property arc time-critical and forgoing thc classification process will expedite' development of thc involved public facilities. Classifying the property during the short time the borough ~dll own it will not serve a useful purpose. Classifying the property will not direct how the borough will manage or dispose of' the property; the City o£ Kenai will be managing the property and the purpose of the disposal is already known, i.e. the establishment o£ public facilities. Ordinance 98-74 Page 2 of 3 New T¢,xt Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BI~A. CKETED] Kcnai Peninsula Borougla. Al~ka SENT BY' KPB PLANNING; 2-16-99 11'06; 9072628618 => 907 283 3014; . #4/7. KPB 17,10.1 t 0 Notice of' Disposkion, requires publishing notice of' the sale tbuz times in the 30-day period immediately preceding the date of the sale. This notice requirement is intended to make the public aware of the opportunity to purchase boroug~h land and will not serve a useful purpose in this situation because the grantee and purpose for thc conveyance arc already identified. 1 That the §retains of the exception will not be detrimental to [he public welfare or injurious to o~er propenT, in the area. FINDING: Conveying thc land to the City of Kenai will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property in the area. The proposed covered, multipurpose recreational facility for the City of Kcnai and Challenger Learning Center of Al, asks are public purposes benefitting borou~mh residents. The development is compatible with adjacent school hcilities because the new facilities will be used in part tbr certain school- related activities and educational enhancement and for the use and benefit of thc g~n~r~ public. SECTION 4. The land shall be conveyed subjec~ ro a covenant in the deed restricting the use of'the land to government purposes a~ defined by KPB 17.10.250(0). SECTION 5. The mayor is authorized tn sign any documents necessary'to effectuate this ordinance upon receipt of a deed to the properW from the State of Alaska Mental Health Trust. SECTION 6. That this ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its enactment. ENACTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH THIS 5TH DAY OF JANUARY, 1999. R,°r~d wm. Drathman, Assembly President ATTEST: Kc~ai' ?¢a]n5u-l-~ Borough. 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ALASKA IN STRONG OPPOSITION OF PROPOSAL #172, PROPOSAL #141 & PROPOSAL #179, UPPER COOK' INLET SALMON MANAGEMENT PLAN PRESENTED 'AT THE BOARD OF FISHERIES MEETING IN SOLDOTNA AND SUPPORT THE HISTORICAL MANAGEMENT FOR COMMERCIAL PRIORITIES FROM JULY I TO AUGUST 15.. WHEREAS, the Homer City Council recognizes a historic .Local Cook Inlet Drift Net Salmon Fleet operating out of the Homer Boat Harbor; and ' WHEREAS, the Homer City Council recognizes the Local Cook Inlet Drit~ Net Salmon Fleet and its' associated support industries as a significant and vital entity in the social and economical' health and well being of the community of Homer, Alaska and the surrounding region; and WHEREAS, the Homer City Council passed and adopted Resolution 97-1: on February 24. 1997 in opposition of Proposal D-AAC21-363' and WHEREAS, ProPosal #172 presented to the Board of Fisheries in 1999 is identical to Proposal "D"-AAC21-363 which Homer City Council ResOlution' 97-12 oppOSed in 1997: and WHEREAS, proposal # 141 wOUld Create praCtical resultS ofu0adaptive mandates that would allow spawning sockeye escapements far above MSY levels, cyclin,g of sockeye systems, a loss of the economic viability of commercial fisheries, and ultimately a negative impact on the resources. and the social and economic health of the communitv~ of Homer and surroundin',, region' and WHEREAS, Proposal #179 is merely the last of a long list of ALLOCATIVE proposals dating back to 1986 which attempt to restrict the drift fleet and if adopted Will have a negative impact on the social and economical health of the cOmmunity of Home. Alaska and the surrounding region; and WHEREAS, ifProposals # 172, # 141 and # 179 ofthe Upper Cook Inlet Salmon Management Plan are passed and implemented by the Alaska Board of Fisheries it will install severe social and economical hardship on the historic local Cook Inlet Drift Net Salmon Fleet and it's associated support industries, the community of Homer,'Alaska and the surrounding region. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Homer. Alaska strongly opposes Proposals #172, #141 and #179 of the Upper Cook Inlet Salmon Management Plan as presented at the February 1999 meeting in Soldotna, Alaska; and Page Two ResolutiOn 99-16 City of Homer BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this opposition be communicated directly to Governor Tony Knowles, the Alaska Board of Fisheries and that copies of this Resolution be sent to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game - Commissioner Frank Rue, Representative Gail Phillips. Senator John Torgerson, Representative Gary Davis, Kenai Peninsula Borough Mayor Mike Navarre & Assembly, the City of Soldotna, the City of Kenai, Ninilchik. and the City of Seldovia. 1999. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of Homer. Alaska tt~is 22nd day bfFebruaD'. 'CITy OF HOMER ATTEST: sc Y ~. CALHOUN, CMC/AAE, CITY CLERK note not required. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF KENAI PLANNING/h ZONING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 24, 1999 - 7:00 TIME P.M. KENAI CITY HALL CHAIRMAN CARL GLICK, PRF~IDING *** MINUTES *** 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Glick called the meeting to order at 7'00 p.m. a. Roll Call Members Present: Ron Goecke, Donald Erwin, Robert Newbry, Carl Ghck, Phil Bryson Members Absent: Barb Nord Also Present: Councilman Duane Bannock, Jack LaShot, Contract Secretary Victoria Askin be Agenda Approval GOECKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA WITH INCLUSION OF PHOTOS PRESENTED AT MEETING AND ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS CONSENT. BRYSON SECONDED. AGENDA WAS UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED AS AMENDED. Approval of Minutes: February 10, 1999 GOECKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1999 AND ASKED FOR UNANIMOUS CONSENT. ERWIN SECONDED. MINUTES WERE UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED AS WRITTEN. 2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT- None 3. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS - None 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS PZ99-04---An application for a variance for Principal Structures for the property described as Lot 8, Anglers Acres, Part 3, 1125 Angler Drive, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Jackie L. Johnson, 1125 Angler Drive, Kenai, Alaska. GOECKE MOVED TO APPROVE PZ99-04- APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE. ERWIN SECONDED. Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 1 of 9 Discussion be Ms. Johnson briefly stated her intention was to install the commercial septic system and eventually rent three cabins out during the summer. Based on finances right now, it looks like she will only be installing the commercial septic system and renting one cabin this summer. Glick asked where the third cabin will be situated in relation to the two already noted. Johnson answered the third had not been added in because Mr. McLane thought her intention was only two. The third would be right next to the other two. Goecke stated he would approve the Application but believes since staff has stated there will be a third cabin, it should be shown so it meets the criteria, and not require future consideration by the Commission. GOECKE MOVED TO AMEND THE ORIGIN~ MOTION TO INCLUDE REQUIREMENT THE PLAT MAP SHOW THE ADDITION OF THE THIRD CABIN. BRYSON SECONDED. Vote Newbry Yes Goecke Erwin Yes Bryson Glick Yes Y~s No further discussion was held on the original motion and it was amended to read: GOECKE MOVED TO APPROVE PZ99-04 - APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE WITH STIPULATION THIRD CABIN BE INCLUDED ON THE PLAT MAP PER STAFF RECOMMENDATION. ERWIN SECONDED. Vote Bryson Yes Newbry Yes Gltck Yes Erwin Yes Goecke Yes PZ99-05 -- An application for a conditional Use Permit for cabin rentals for the property described as Lot 8, Anglers Acres, Part 3, 1125 Angler Drive, Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Jackie L. Johnson, 1125 Angler Drive, Kenai, Alaska. Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 2 of 9 Ce BRYSON MOVED TO APPROVE PZ99-05 - APPLICATION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT. GOECKE SECONDED. No public comment. Discussion Goecke stated the area in question is already engaged in this type of enterprise, so has no problem voting in favor of Application. Vote Erwin Yes Bryson Goecke Yes Newbry GHck Yes Y~s PZ99-06 - Conditional Use permit - Storage Yard, for the property described as approximately 1801 Cone Avenue. {Described by the legal description KN T05N R11W S02 BEGINNING AT S¥4 CORNER OF SEC 2 TH WEST 990 FT TH NORTH 330 FT TO THE POB TH NORTH 330 FT THN WF~T 660 FT TH SOUTH 330 FT TH EAST 660 FT TO THE POB.) Application submitted by Beaver Loop Partnership, Warren H. Polsky, Partnership Manager, 4150 Vista Court, Anchorage, Alaska 99508. BRYSON RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF PZ99-06 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT. ERWIN SECONDED. Public Comment Curt Wilcox, 3329 Beaver Loop Road, Kenai, Alaska. Mr. Wilcox stated his property adjoins the property in question. He provided the pictures already distributed. He stated he took the pictures today from his property. His property has a couple of views of the volcano (Mt. Redoubt) which he feels conflicts with No. 2, the value of his property. He bought the property after the storage yard was already established. He stated the Commission may see him again seeking permission to put a welding shop or woodworking shop on his property and would expect to receive permission to do so. Wilcox directed the Commission to the lower left picture of photos he had distributed earlier, to a tarped area under snow. In June of 1998, there were 55-gallon oil drums of undetermined substance. Wilcox expressed his concern regarding what could be in the drums. He stated he is not sure Beaver Loop Partnership is aware of what is stored on the property so can't say they are abusing the property. Everything else seems to be used oil-drilling equipment and there are some diesel tanks. It was too Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 3 of 9 snowy to get to the other side of the area, but gravel has been extracted and there are ponds adjoining the properS. Wilcox stated he was concerned about contamination getting into his water well. He stated some of the equipment came from the Courthouse site, which was determined to be a contaminated site, so it raised the same question here. Wilcox asked the Commission to consider an investigation for contamination on the site before they grant approval of the permit. He also noted there is a closed radiator shop owned by the Beaver Loop Partnership that is another possible site of contamination. Also, scattered throughout the woods are several drums of dry cleaning fluid. A neighbor contacted ADEC last summer but has seen no action taken. Wilcox stated his major concern is the property be checked for possible contamination. Jeff Kohler, 4350 Beaver Loop, Kenai, Alaska. Kohler stated he has been a resident on Beaver Loop Road for the past 17 years and a life-long resident of the area. He asked if there was §oin§ to be a briefing on what has occurred regarding the permit and the zoning. Glick stated there is some briefing in the materials the Commission has received that the yard was started before a permit was obtained. Now the Beaver Loop Partnership knows a permit is required, so have submitted an application. Kohler stated he has seen the character of the area change in the last 17 years. When he first moved there, it was mostly gravel pits but since then has become a nice residential area, especially with improvements on Dolchok and Angler Drives. He owns an older home and works hard at keeping up the property value. Many new homes have been built in the area. He expressed his concern regarding industrial-type uses cropping up in the area. The gravel pits are grandfathered in but would like to see the rest of the area preserved for residential use. He feels the storage area is inconsistent with recent development. Kohler doesn't feel the Partnership should receive any special consideration just because they are already there and are only now applying for the permit. He is very concerned about environmental effects. The fact a lot of the equipment came from the Courthouse site should warrant consideration. The water table at the site is very high, there are abandoned pits on one side that are perennial ponds, some of the pits are into the water table and may have to be pumped to remove gravel. Wetlands are located to the rear of the property that adjoins the golf course area and there is currently drainage that goes along Angler Drive toward the Kenai River. He doesn't anticipate seeing any water or sewer into that area for a very long time but should be an added incentive to protect the area. He agreed with Mr. Wilcox that some environmental testing needs to be done there. Kohler feels many oil service companies come and Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 4 of 9 go with the oil prices and economy and is concerned about having a bunch of abandoned, unsalvageable and unusable equipment that someone will have to deal with in the future. He expressed his strong opposition to this backdoor attempt to get a permit when they should have been more vigilant regarding permitting requirements before establishing the yard. Lastly, Kohler stated he would like to see a bit broader notification than the 300' notification, especially in areas of residential concern. Laura $ievert, 3329 Beaver Loop, Kenai, Alaska. Sievert stated she lives on property adjoining the property in question. Her house is about 200' from the site. She expressed her agreement with Mr. Kohler regarding the Partnership getting special consideration because the facility is already there. She feels this very thing has been happening along Beaver Loop Road. Mr. Cone's property is a gravel pit and the required tree buffer zone along the road was destroyed about three years ago and the owner has not been required to improve the property. She expressed her concern about things being "snuck in" because it is a residential area. Sievert is also concerned about water contamination. She asked if the Commission grants the request, they do so only with strict stipulations. Those stipulations being water testing ~md field-testing before granting the permit and then require regularly scheduled testing. Further, the owner lives in Anchorage and she doesn't believe he is aware of what is happening on the property. A couple of times equipment was stored on her property and the owner didn't know about it because there are people renting space from him. She asked that something be in writing to make sure the users of the property comply with any regulations the Planning and Zoning Commission puts forth. Bryson asked Sievert where her property was in relation to the storage area. Sievert answered it was Tract D-2. Discussion LaShot noted he had contact with Mr. Warren Polsky today. He is very sick with the flu and unable to attend tonight and asked that rather than risk a vote without his input here tonight, that the hearing be continued. Glick noted there was a letter in the packet from Chester H. Cone, who does not oppose the permit for this property. Erwin stated he was in favor of continuing the hearing because he has questions to put to the owner regarding storage of the equipment and then what will be done once the equipment is moved. Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 5 of 9 Se ® ® ERWIN MOVED TO CONTINUE THE HEARING UNTIL THE NEXT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING. GOECKE SECONDED. Vote Erwin Yes Bryson Goecke Yes Newbry Glick Yes Bryson commented there were some assertions made as part of the submittal form. If the City has additional comments to address those items, he feels it would be appropriate they be part of the record. Bannock stated for information the next Planning & Zoning Commission meeting is March 10. NEW BUSINESS Ordinance No. 1813-99 - Title 4 (Uniform Building Codes) Amendment- Discussion Glick stated the ordinance is before the Council as a discussion item because it will be voted on for approval at the next City Council meeting. LaShot noted this adopts the new Building Codes. The two major changes include the building official's intent to eliminate the plot plan except in circumstances where he feels it is necessary. Also, the fees for plan reviews for residential construction would be going from 65% of the building permit fee to 20%. This was recommended by the City Manager. There has also been added some materials not allowed for water service installation, basically plastic. The rest of the ordinance is mostly substituting dates for new building codes. Glick asked Bannock if the Council required a vote from the Commission if there was something they wanted changed. Bannock clarified this was a Council ordinance before the Commission as a review item. OLD BUSINESS- None CODE ENFORCEMENT - None Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 6 of 9 e REPORTS City Council Councilman Bannock directed the Commission to the Agenda of the Council meeting of February 17, 1999. Mr. Frazer took his Oath of Office as the new Council member. Items of interest include the Cunningham Park Update. A new plan was drafted which would keep fiver access at the park but not an access for motorboats. That plan was forwarded to the Kenai River Classic for review. The costs were greater than the money donated for the project and Mr. Nelson has developed it into a three-phase plan. The whole project will cost $150,000, $100,000 was donated for the improvements. . Item H-6, Petition to Vacate, Shaginoff Subdivision. The Council adopted the Petition exactly as Planning and Zoning passed it, they approved the vacation of the right of way, they denied the portion of the walkway. Bannock noted he learned the Council only has veto power to veto a decision to vacate. The Council does not have any authority of denial, hence the Council stood on the Commission's decision. be Borough PlanninE Bryson reported there was a meeting February 8 and reviewed its actions at this meeting because he was absent from the last Commission meeting. Under Section E' , e , Time Extension Request- Carlos Freeman was approved. Land use permit- Eagleaerie Avenue, a gravel site requested by Doug and Sandra Stark was approved. Plat Waiver Request- Rolco Pacific was approved. Plat Waiver Application - George Johnson Swanson River area was withdrawn by the applicant. Time Extension Request- Laubner Addition was approved. Barge Floating Facility, Bay Barge Company at Resurrection Bay/Fox Island was denied. Public Hearing Items 1. Shaginoff Subdivision - approved right-of-way vacation, denied walkway easement vacation. The Trails Committee had reviewed this and recommended the same as the Commission. 2. Proposed Reclassification of Moose Point and Gray Cliff Subdivisions was approved. 3. Proposed Reclassification of Exit Glacier Subdivision in Seward was approved. Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 7 of 9 ® 10. 11. . Land-use Permit Application for a gravel pit in Cooper Landing area was approved. Bryson reported on the actions of the February 22, 1999 meeting. E- 1 Proposed Borough Ordinance 99-01, Creating a Residential Subdivision District, was postponed. E-2 Proposed Borough Ordinance 99-02, Re-enacting Definitions in Individual Chapters and Adopting a Single Chapter of Title 21 was postponed. Bryson noted both will have considerable discussion before they are voted upon. E-3 Public Hearing- Petition to Vacate 100' right-of-way on Ptarmigan Heights Drive. Involved four structures in varying degrees of encroachment. It was approved to vacate 10' right-of-way. The whole subdivision was platted with 100' right-of-way because of grade constraints. Public Hearing, Section line easement through two parcels of private property was denied. Persons in opposition made argument it was a used ski area and is about 50' away from Diamond Ridge Road. Public Hearing- Ordinance 99-10' Amending KPB Chapter 21.02 to provide for a member of the City of Homer to sit on the Kachemak Bay Advisory Planning Commission was postponed. Time Extension Request, Carl Sholin was approved. Plat Amendment Request, Stanford Subdivision was approved. Gruening Vista 1998 Addition was approved. E-4 F-1 H-1 H-2a H-2b c. Administration No report. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED - None INFORMATION ITEMS ao c, KPB "Notice of Planning Commission Action" of February 8, 1999. Letter to KPB dated 2 / 18 / 99 regarding Shaginoff Subdivision ROW Vacation "Zoning bulletin" - January 25, 1999 COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS / OUESTIONS Commissioner Glick welcomed Councilman Bannock back to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 8 of 9 12. ADJOURNMENT GOECKE MOVED TO ADJOURN. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:42 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Victoria Askin Contract Secretary Planning & Zoning Commission February 24, 1999 Page 9 of 9 CITY OF KENA! 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ 1992 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor John J. Williams and City Council Members FROM: d~ Sheryl A. Padilla, Deputy City Clerk DATE'~'1 February 23, 1999 RE' Planning & Zoning Commission Member Applicants The following people have applied for recent openings on the Planning & Zoning Commission: Don Erwin, Vesta Leigh, Jill Lipka, Ossie Osborne, Bob Newbry, Mark Schrag, Karen Koester and Bemard Brown. All but Ms. Koester and Mr. Brown attended the work session held on November 25, 1998 where they were interviewed by the Council. Mr. Brown stated his interest in a message to Clerk Freas on February 12, 1999. A copy of that message is attached to this memo. /sp Attachment Carol Freas From: Sent: To: Subject: Bernie Brown [bbrown@aspi.alaska.com] Friday, February 12, 1999 12:06 PM cfreas @ci. kenai .ak. us Planning and Zoning Commission ATT00000. htm Carol: Per your letter dated 2-8-99, I would like to be considered for the P&Z position. I would have talked to you earlier but I understood Mayor Williams' very pointed invitation to two council candidates at the 2-4-99 council meeting to apply and that he would be happy to appoint one of them to be exclusionary of everyone else. If this was his intention please let me know so I don't spend time on this matter and I will find another way to participate and contribute. If l misunderstood then please by all means consider my interest. Bernie Brown KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 17, 1999 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAYOR JOHN J. WILLIAMS, PRESIDING ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at approximately 7:02 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Kenai City Hall building. A-Io PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. A-2. ROLL CALL Roll was taken by the City Clerk. Swarner and Moore. Present were' Measles, Bannock, Williams, Bookey, A-3. OATH OF OFFICE- WILLIAM R. FRAZER William R. Frazer was sworn in as council member by Mayor Williams and took his place with the council. A-4. AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL Mayor Williams reported he had no changes to the agenda or the consent agenda. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED to approve the agenda and consent agenda as presented. Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS B-1. Bill Nelson- Wm. J. Nelson & Associates/Cunningham Park Improvements Update. Nelson explained, after his presentation to council at the January 28, 1999 council meeting, he revised the design plans as requested by council, i.e. changing the boat ramp to a haul-out ramp as well as including a handicap-accessible gravel path to the beach. Nelson reported, after the meeting and making the requested changes, he and Public Works Manager Komelis met with representatives of the regulatory people at the Kenai KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 2 of 14 River Center and discussed the park improvements. Upon those discussions, he prepared the revised plan a copy of which was included in the council packet. Nelson noted, the Borough directed that a gravel path along the bluff would not be acceptable, but a gravel path could be incorporated where the boat launch is situated. So, a handicap-accessible path was included in the design from the parking lot area to the beach. The path would have to be an elevated and open grating-type walkway. Nelson noted the parking area was redesigned, adding an additional parking area close to the road and will hold 18 cars. It is a gravel parking area with a turnaround and drop-off area, with two handicapped parking spaces close to the restrooms. For those who want to get to the beach quickly, there is a walkway and steps to by-pass the lengthy portion of the handicapped-accessible walkway, which will also keep people from walking over the banks. There are several short paths to the beach for this purpose. Nelson noted, in order to keep the $100,000 project in budget, he broke the costs down. The river bank restoration, to be funded by the Kenai River Sportfishing Association, was broken into two parts: the draw going upstream to the property line and the access ramp and stairs to the beach, handicapped-accessible pathway and shorter pathways will cost approximately $97,000. Building the elevated walkway and stairs will cost approximately $24,000; adding bank rehabilitation from the existing fence to the property line will cost approximately $13,000; and the parking lot improvements will cost approximately $20,000. Nelson proposed the project be bid either to include the basic bid and the parking lot improvements (if additional funds are found over the $100,000) which would total approximately $125,000, with an additive alternates for the additional river bank and additional walkway, or the basic bid with three additive alternates. Moore asked if Nelson saw any problems with rebuilding the bank without having the elevated walkway and people circumventing the easements to the river and cutting across. Nelson answered yes, because under the basic bid the elevated walkway and stairs wouldn't be built and people would want to stand along the bank. If the walkway is built, there are railings along the walkway and would tend to keep people out of the bank area. Moore stated, he believed council should be sure to protect that bank area. Nelson noted, the total cost of the project would be approximately $155,000. t3ookey stated his concern was the project started as a $100,000 project and the cost is now $155,000 and climbing. He added, he was also concerned with going ahead without having something on the front end. The Sportfishing Association had stated they would not participate in funding the parking area. Komelis stated originally that was correct, however there had been some changes. Originally, they wanted to fund $100,000 and were concerned with the area right along the river. After a meeting with a representative of the Association, there was an indication of additional funding. The KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 3 of 14 Association has not yet reviewed the updated design. Part of the reason to divide the project into alternatives would be so the Association can decide if they want to fund any additional portions of the project. Bookey suggested if the Association would fund the bank stabilization, access to the river and do the grating across the front (for an additional $24,000), the city could possibly do gravel work in-house over the coming years. Kornelis noted, the parking lot was not part of the original design and could be left out if the Association was not willing to fund it. Bookey noted, he was concerned with the council going forward with a project that the city would have to add $50,000 to accomplish. He added, he was not willing to put $50,000 of General Fund monies into the project. Nelson noted in discussions with the Association, comments were made regarding the addition of restrooms. He added, he didn't believe the general public was aware there are restrooms already available at the park. With the improvements to access, he believed more use of the restrooms would be seen. Nelson added, he thought the Association may be interested in seeing more of the additional improvements made to encourage use of the restrooms. Swarner asked how many spaces were included in the present parking lot. Nelson answered, it is not a parking area with designated spaces and was difficult to say, but thought eight to ten cars. Bookey stated, at times 30 to 35 cars are parked in the area. Swamer stated she would like to see all of the project completed except the parking lot. She added, she would really like to see the restoration of the bank, etc. completed. Williams asked if council would be interested in a midway compromise, i.e. if the Association paid for half of the additional $54,000, would council consider paying the other half. Bookey stated, he would recommend investigating whether the Association would participate in the additional $24,000 and the city try to do the remainder in- house as its split. Williams suggested Administration continue to work on the costs and a final understanding of what the costs will be and what the Association will contribute. Ross stated, according to what had been presented by Nelson, Administration would approach the Association on the basis of the basic bid and the alternates and ask them for their response prior to going to bid. He added, there is nothing left in-house to do on the design and was ready to present to the Association. Nelson noted, the plans were ready for presentation and added, it was a unique project as the stream bank re-vegetation would have to be done early in May (cutting the willow branches when they are still dormant in March or April). Also in time to advertise the bid and awarding the bid, etc., it would need to go to bid in the next several weeks in order meet the schedule. Nelson added, if the Association was to provide additional funding but not all, it would still be good to go to bid with the complete project, i.e. basic bid and three additive alternates. That will tell the contractor there may not be enough funding to do all the work, and will only build what can be funded. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 4 of 14 Swarner asked when they would hear from the Association. Nelson answered, he would present the redesign in the next several days. He believed they could give their comment within the week. Komelis stated, when bid, it may be found the whole project can be completed for $100,000. He added, the parking lot could be removed or included as an additive alternate. If there is not enough money, then don't award the parking area part of the project. Nelson added, the city has the fight to choose which additive alternate is awarded, if any, in whatever priority it desires. Measles asked if there was any downside to put it to bid at the time they speak to the Association, with additive alternates included on the bid. Komelis stated he didn't know of any. Measles added, in any case the city can accept all, part, or none of a bid. Bookey stated he wouldn't have a problem, except whether the Association would be compatible or comfortable with the redesign. Ross stated, the project should be prepared for bid, but should go to the Association and tell them the plan to go to basic bid with alternates and the city's contribution may be parking lot later, etc. and get the Association's response prior to going to bid. Williams suggested, Administration should contact the Association to review the plan and then prepare the material for bid immediately. Williams asked if a 30-day bid process would be required. Komelis answered, since city funds will be used, a 30-day process would not be required. ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS C-1. Ordinance No. 1811-99 - Deleting the Age Requirement in KMC 23.40.095 for Eligibility for the Supplemental Retirement Program. MOTION: Councilman Bookey MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1811-99 and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. It was noted state law is followed in regard to age constraints for summer hire. VOTE: Measles: Yes Williams: Yes Moore: Yes Bannock: Yes Frazer: Yes Bookey: Yes Swarner: Yes KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 5 of 14 MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. C-2o Resolution No. 99-9- Awarding the Bid to Seekins Ford Peninsula for a 1999 Police Patron Car for the Total Amount of $22,191. MOTION: Councilman Moore MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 99-9 and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion. There were no public or council comments. VOTE: There were no objections. SO ORDERED. Williams requested Administration provide a clear view of squad cars in this year's budget, i.e. how cars are holding up and if this is a catch-up year. Lt. Kohler reported he, Chief Morris and City Manager Ross had discussed the matter. He added, the cars are holding up. The high mileage cars were assigned to officers who are not doing a lot of driving. If necessary, the Department will be able to get along with only one new car. ITEM D: COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS D-1. Council on Aging- Councilwoman Swamer reported the minutes of the February 4 meeting were included in the packet. She noted, the Council elected Peggy Arness as Chair and Joanna Hollier as Vice Chair. Swamer also reported there are residents at Vintage Pointe who may contact council members to discuss their desire to have covered parking at the facility. Swarner referred to the application of Earl Jones that was included in the packet. She recommended Jones be appointed to the Council on Aging filling a seat left vacant by a recent resignation. Swarner reported, ,Jones resides at Vintage Pointe and participates in activities at the Senior Center. There were no objections to the appointment. D-2. Airport Commission- Airport Manager Atha reported the Commission had only one item on their agenda requiring action; a request for an assignment of lease for the restaurant. He noted, the Commission recommended approval of the assignment. Atha noted, all the insurance documents, etc. had not been available, but would be in the next few days. The assignment will be brought forward to council for consideration at the next council meeting. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 6 of 14 D-3. Harbor Commission - Councilman Bookey reported the Commission met on February 8 and discussed the improvement plans for Cunningham Park. The Commission gave their encouragement to go forward with the improvements. Bookey also reported the Commission discussed the bluff project information received from Nottingham, Petratrovich and Drage and requested cost estimates to finish the project within the $5,000 parameters of the preliminary project. D-4. Library Commission - Councilman Moore reported minutes of the Commission's last meeting were included in the packet. Moore reminded those in attendance of the 50th Anniversary party for the Library, scheduled for March 7. He noted, the Commission would meet again on March 2. D-5. Parks/l~ Recreation Commission - Councilman Moore reported he attended the Commission meeting for Councilman Bannock. At the meeting, representatives of Kenai Little League discussed their concerns in regard to the ball fields. He noted, the national Little League office are requiring all fields to be upgraded to tournament level for safety which would add costs to care for the fields. They also discussed summer street banners with Helen Brown who reported she would be using a heavier fabric this year to give the banners added strength. Moore also reported Dave Feeken spoke with the Commission regarding the potential lighting of cross-country ski trails. Parks & Recreation Director Frates gave reports regarding Cunningham Park, budget and the multi-use ice facility. D-6. Planning/l~ Zoning Commission - The minutes of the Commission's February 10 meeting were included in the packet. Councilman Frazer reported he attended the Commission meeting unofficially. He noted it was the second shortest meeting in their history, adjourning in 20 minutes. D-7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees D-7a. Beautification Committee - Councilwoman Swarner reported the minutes of the last meeting were included in the packet. She noted, the Committee discussed flowers for the summer beds and banners. They also discussed Christmas decorations and whether to salvage the present decorations or consider purchasing of new ones. During the discussion, it was stated some new transformers would be needed for the present decorations. Frates reported the lights in the greenhouse had been turned on in order to start warming the building for use in the next several weeks. D-Tbo onMay 17. Historic District Board -- Moore reported the Board would meet again D-7c. Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau Board- Bookey reported a meeting was held on February 7 at which the Board passed a resolution supporting KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 7 of 14 public access of the West Side of Cook Inlet. Moore asked if the KVCC would continue forwarding their board meeting minutes to council. Bookey stated they would continue. D-Td. Alaska Municipal League Report- Williams reported he attended the Governor's conference regarding the state budget. The Governor wanted to know how all the cuts, etc. would affect the municipalities now and the future. No one offered a fLx for the problems, but did discuss the need of new industry. The Governor asked all the mayors to return to their municipalities and put out as much information out to the population about the need to change the state's system dramatically and quickly. Williams noted, Mayor Navarre would be coordinating a Peninsula-wide economic forum in order to inform the Peninsula regarding the possibility of using the corpus of the Permanent Fund to aid in supporting the state's finances, etc. Saturday, March 13 was set for-the forum and Williams suggested the city may be able to forego its own forum and help in funding the Peninsula-wide forum, contingent upon the other Peninsula cities also helping in the costs. Williams asked if council would object to participating financially in the March 13 forum. He noted, cost estimates would be brought forward in the near future. Williams added, no location for the forum has been set. ITEM E: MINUTES E-lo Regular Meeting of February 3, 1999. Minutes approved by consent agenda. ITEM F: CORRESPONDENCE- None. ITEM G: OLD BU$INF~$- None. ITEM H: NEW BUSINESS H-.lo Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED to pay the bills and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 8 of 14 H-2o Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,S00- None. H-3o Ordinance No. 1819.-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $750 in the Council on Aging Borough Special Revenue Fund. Introduced by consent agenda. Ordinance No. 1813-99 - Amending Title 4 of the Kenai Municipal Code Entitled, "Uniform Building Codes," to Adopt and Incorporate by Reference Therein the 1997 Editions of the Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Building Security Code, the Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, the Uniform Sign Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code, and the 1999 National Electrical Code. ' Introduced by consent agenda. Approval- Library Director Appointee/Relocation Expenses. City Manager Ross referred to the memorandum included in the packet. He explained, Eva Jankowska had accepted the appointment as Library Director and he was requesting council's authorization to proceed with a transportation agreement with Jankowska, allowing reimbursement of relocation expenses not in excess of $10,000 as allowed by Kenai Municipal Code. Moore asked if it would be a requirement for Jankowska to live within the Kenai city limits. Ross explained, under the Charter, there were only three employees of the city who could be required to live inside the city, i.e. City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney. MOTION: Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to allow the City Manager to pay the new Library Director, Eva Jankowska for reimbursement for actual expenses of relocation, not to exceed $10,000. Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.~ H-6. Approval- Petition to Vacate a Portion of the 40-Fot Wide Frontage Road Dedicated by Shaginoff Subdivision {Plat 78-188); AND, Vacate the Ten Foot Walkway Easement Within Lot 4 of Said Subdivision. Portion of Frontage Road Petitioned for Vacation is Bounded by Lots 3 and 4, Shaginoff Subdivision; Being Within Section 6, Township 5 North, Range 10 West, Seward Meridian, Alaska; and Within the City of Kenai; KPB File-99-011. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 9 of 14 Councilman Bannock reported the Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed the Petition as two separate issues' Frontage road and the walkway. He noted, the Borough Planning Commission did the same thing. He suggested Council follow the Commissions' lead and approach the issues separately; the frontage road vacation and walkway vacation. Discussion followed regarding what actions the council could take. Attorney Graves noted, Title 29 allows the city to veto a Borough vacation of an easement. It does not allow the city to grant a vacation if the Borough denies the easement. He noted, the Borough denied one vacation and granted one. The city can only appeal the vacation that was granted. It cannot grant the one denied. Bannock stated his understanding was the city had the ability to veto their decision if it was made in the affm'native. Graves stated that was correct. Bannock noted the cover letter stated the city had 30 days in which to veto the decision of the Planning Commission. It did not say the city could only veto an affh'mative decision. Graves referred to Title 29, Section 140 and noted it states the council had 30 days in which to veto a vacation of a street. However, there is no language stating the city could veto the refusal to vacate a street. Graves added, that had been his understanding of the statute and historically, that was how it has been handled. City Engineer La Shot added, he understood it that way as well; if council chose not to veto the action (of the Borough Planning Commissionl, the right-of-way would disappear and the walkway easement would remain. Bannock asked if the city had any say about the walkway at this time. La Shot answered, he didn't believe that decision could be changed. The city could only veto their actions. Bannock questioned that answer. Graves clarified, the city has the right to veto decisions made to vacate rights- of-way easements, but not the right to veto decisions to refuse to vacate. Also, the Borough has the platting authority under Title 29, not the city. Measles noted, the Borough Planning Commission upheld the Planning & Zoning Commission's f'mding. Graves noted, the Borough's Commission did the same thing the City's Commission recommended. Measles clarified, if the 40-foot easement was vacated, the ten foot right-of-way would be extended through the vacated easement and both Commissions agreed. Answer was yes. Bookey asked if council took no action, the decision of the Planning &Zoning Commission and the Borough Planning Commission would stand. Graves answered yes. Bookey added, the 40 foot easement would be vacated and if the property owner wants to try to vacate the ten foot walkway, that could be done. Graves answered, it was his understanding he could reapply in the future. Council took no action. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 10 of 14 H-7o Approval- FAA/AIP Snow Remove Equipment Grant. Ross explained, the grant would purchase equipment that has been on the AIP list. The city's contribution that would normally have been made to the $344, 000 project would have been $8,927, but $59,300 received from the past auction sales of obsolete equipment that had been funded by the Airport was required to be added. Ross added, the grant had to be submitted and this was council's opportunity to pull it back or let it continue as it does obligate the city's Airport Fund to $68,277. Measles asked if the $59,300 from the sale of obsolete equipment did go back to the Airport Fund. Ross answered, yes. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED to go forward and Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM I: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS I-1. Mayor a. AMI, Conference Reception--Williams reported he requested the Clerk include in the preliminmsr Legislative budget, funds for a major reception during the AML Conference which will be co-hosted by Soldoma and Kenai. b. Milepost Advertisement- Williams requested council consider rearranging funds in the upcoming budget to advertise the City in the Milepost using a full-page color advertisement. It was noted, it was too late to place such an advertisement this year. Williams noted, he wanted to discuss the matter at budget time. c. Leif Hansen Memorial Park- Williams suggested council consider placing five or six lights at the entrances and ends of the Park. 1-2. City Manager a. Dairy Queen- Ross reported, an offer to purchase the property had been made at the appraised price of $245,000. However the prospective buyer has requested a 120-day due-diligence period to do their research of tire, access issues, environmental issues and their own construction bids and costs. He noted, the city has been that to comply with their request is not an earnest money offer at all if they can walk away from the sale for any reason during the 120-day period. The buyer's position is this is a standard practice in the present commercial real estate market. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 11 of 14 Ross noted, he has consulted with some realtors who told him it was not an unusual request. However, he was not aware it has been the city's practice before. Ross added, he believed this to be a serious offer which has gone from the broker level through the legal department and he is now working with the buyer's national director real estate and construction. Ross stated, if this is a serious offer, the opportunity to develop the site this year is possibly worth the gamble. If the earnest money agreement is tied to their carrying out the due-diligence items they say are needed {title, environmental, putting together their bid package and going to bid this year) and if they then decide they would not go through with the project, they could walk away. If they don't do those things, the city would ask the earnest money be forfeited. Ross stated, he offered, if there is a failure because of environmental or misrepresentation of the property, they could walk away and keep their earnest money. A loggerhead has been reached. If the information he received holds true and it is a standard practice, possibly tying an earnest money agreement could be investigated. Ross requested council's direction on the issue. Ross noted, other offers had been made, but none close to the appraised value to go to FAA to negotiate. Measles stated he had no problem as long as the agreement would be defined to force the buyer to do their due-diligence within the timeframe, i.e. performing under their due-diligence agreement and do what they say they are going to do, or they forfeit. He noted, he didn't want to see the city get into an agreement with them and they tie the property up for 120 days and not do anything. Graves stated, that was what he and Ross had wanted to use as a bargaining point. He noted, the city would also require documentation the due-diligence has been done. Bannock stated he was excited to see the letter, however was not willing to use his council hat to go into a gray area. He added, there are things in regard to the sale of the Dairy Queen that are negotiable and some that are non-negotiable. Based on the information provided to him, the buyer is asking to negotiate something on which the council should not negotiate. Bannock added, although he wants the property to be sold, the rules are set, are there for a specific reason, and case history is probably available to show the city has enforced the rules in the past. He believed there was no reason why the city should get delve into a gray area to benefit the needs, wants and desires to benefit a party interested in doing business with the city. Williams questioned Bannock's statement and Bannock clarified, the city should not negotiate the rules. Graves stated, most of the rules within the Code, pertain specifically to property that is put out to bid. He explained, the property had been put out to bid and no bids were offered on it. The primary rule is the city is to get fair market value. Bannock asked if there are rules pertaining to the 120-day issue. Ross noted, the only rule of which he was aware was that since the property had once been offered for public sale, the city manager may enter into negotiations and only if it is less than fair market value is the city manager required to bring the matter to council. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 12 of 14 Earnest money rules is mainly between parties and there was nothing in the Code giving him guidance on that issue. Ross noted, the reason he brought the matter to council was because it was an area of which he had little experience and wanted council's experience on the issue. Ross explained, there was nothing proposed by the buyer or discussed by council that was in any way a change of the way rules are interpreted. Bannock referred to the buyer's letter in which it stated, "...the city wants to limit the examination period to 60 days and the city Wants the earnest money to be non- refundable..." He asked, if those are not rules. Ross explained, they were criteria he put forth during his negotiations with the buyer. Bannock asked if he was incorrect in stating those should not be negotiable instruments. Ross answered yes. Wilhams stated, a negotiating position is moved to after finding no one else is interested in purchasing the property during the bid process. After the bid time is over, the property then becomes a negotiable item to whoever wants to make an offer. He added, the question is whether the offer is accepted or not. WiRiams noted, the city is looking for the best value for the city. Ross noted, this is Airport Fund land. If a negotiated agreement is made for less than appraised value and the FAA did not agree, the city would have to subsidize the agreement from the General Fund. He added, that's why admi~strafion has been holding the price as best it could and now there is an offer for the appraised value. Bookey asked if a clear indication had been received from the buyer of whether an agreement with the due-diligence will be accepted (as Ross had explained). Ross answered, he had not discussed that with them. He was talcing their letter and noting there is a problem with what they offered, but the city will accept the earnest money and if the due-diligence items are performed, and then they make a decision not to go forward, the earnest money will be returned. If the due-diligence items are not performed, the earnest money will be forfeited. Ross added, he did not feel he could offer that negotiation if council did not support it. Bookey stated, he would agree with Measles in that enough "teeth" are put into the agreement to make the buyer abide by the agreement, he would like to go forward with the negotiations. Swamer stated she agreed with Measles and Bookey. Measles stated, he believed they are serious enough to accept those terms. Graves stated, the buyer has indicated they are committed to performing the due-diligence and that they spent $50,000 in Anchorage on another property. He added, he didn't think there would be a problem. Williams noted, it was the consensus of the council to proceed with the negotiations along the lines discussed, arranging for a suitable and acceptable earnest money agreement. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 13 of 14 I-3o City Attorney- No report. 1-4. City Clerk- Clerk Freas referred to a letter included in the packet from the Kenai Alternative High School requesting a donation from council to help in their graduation expenses. Freas noted, council had included/1300 in their budget for this donation. She asked if council wanted to go forward with the donation. MOTION: Councilman Measles MOVED to approve the donation and Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. I-5. Finance Director- No report. 1-6. Public Works a. Amendment # 11/DOT FY 98-2000 STIP Projects- Kornelis reported he attended a meeting at the Borough building to discuss the draft amendment # 11 to the FY 98-2000 STIP projects. He offered to make copies of the amendment if council requested. Kornelis noted, the amendment changed the start of construction for the Forest Drive/Redoubt Avenue project from 2000 to 1999. DOT plans on getting authorization to issue funds before September 30, 1999. Komelis also reported the Kalifomsky Beach Road Rehabilitation project was scheduled for 1999 construction. I-7° Airport Manager- No report. ITEM J: DISCUSSION J-X. Citizens- None. J-2. Council Bookey- Welcomed Bill Frazer to council. Swarner- Welcomed Frazer to council. Swarner also reported she attended a portion of the Board of Fisheries meeting and picked up some information. She noted, she felt someone from council or administration should attend the meetings to listen and show a presence for the City of Kenai. Swarner also reported Jeff Lowenfels would be making a presentation on gardening at the high school on Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 1999 PAGE 14 of 14 Moore- Reported he was scheduled to giv, e testimony at the Board of Fisheries meeting. He noted he would be speaking his opinion, but would be identifying himself as a council member as well. He added, he would be attending the meetings as much as possible. Measles- No report. Bannock- No report. Frazer- Stated he was happy to serve as council member and thanked the City Clerk, City Manager, and City Attorney for their help. Ross reported he would be attending a meeting with the FAA in Anchorage tomorrow and the Board of Fisheries meeting on Friday. Williams noted, the Board of Fisheries meetings are very frustrating. Moore reported, the Board would go through a committee process at the end of the meeting. He noted, that was where the city was misrepresented during the last Board meeting and suggested those speaking during the committee process receives a higher priority. Swarner suggested that should be where a staff member or council member should be in attendance. Ross stated he would be giving testimony in support of the city's resolutions and its Proposal 223. He noted, he would be at the committee meetings, especially when Proposal 223 is discussed. EXECUTIVE SESSION- None held. ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:40 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by: Carol L. Freas, City Clerk Z LU Z 'r' m~ q3 0 ~- ~ mi' 0 mi' ,~" (D C~ ~0 O~ 0 I- Z LIJ w ~ m 0 0 0 O0 0 0 Z ~ r~ LLI LLI LLI ILl ~ ~ 0 ~ 0 ~ LIJ 0 ..~ D Z Z n~ LLI 0 0 Z Z I-. Z Z n,' W W k- F- Z ~wz w zo 0 ~,,, ,,, uJ 0~ w w m 0 O: INFORMATION ITEMS KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 3, 1999 , 2. 3. 4. 5. Talking Point for the Week of February 22, 1999. City of Homer, Resolution No. 99-16(A) regarding Board of Fisheries. Kenai Fire Department Consolidated Monthly Report for January 1999. Kenai Community Library Calendar for March 1999. The Centerline, March 1999 (Senior Center Newsletter). . aking to the Issues Contact: Susan Scudder Governor's Office P.O. Box 110001 Juneau, Alaska 99811-0001 phone 907.465.3500 fax 907.465.3532 governor@gov, state.a k. us ww~gov, state.ak, us £om lng U p... · . Tony Kno wles ~t hursday receives the Special Child Advocate Award t~om the Child Welfare League of America during its national conference in Washington, DC. Quote of'the Week "In my judgment, that was our last moratorium. No moratorium- feds take over- don't expect us to repeal Title 8 of ANILCA. Repealing Title 8 or stripping it of its major provisions is not politically attainable. ' -Sen. Frank Murkowski before a Joint Session of the Alaska Legislature, February 19, 1999 Talking Points for the Week ~f Feb,-u~,-y 22, I ~~ Knowles Focuses On Children, Development At National Governors' Association Meeting I Governor to Present Education.Update. Gev. Tony Knowles is in Washington, D.C., this week for the National Governors' Association (NGA) winter meeting. At the top of his agenda are improving schools, protecting children and seeking new economic development. oppommities for Alaska. Knowles plans to meet with top national admin/stration officials, including President Clinton, Vice President Gore, Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt, members of Congress and fellow Northwest governors. Kaowles, who cochairs an NGA subcommittee on school accountability, is scheduled to report to the other governors about Alaska's Quality Schools Initiative today. I Minority to Hold Open Caucus to Consult with Economic Experts. On Tuesday, Feb. 23, thc Alaska Legislature's Minority will host the fh'st in a series of open caucuses, to discuss the statewide economic outlook and prescriptions for the state budget. The open caucus will take place in the Governor's Third Floor Conference Room of the State Capitol, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., and will be accessible via teleconference or videoconfcrcnc¢ through Legislative Information Offices (LIOs) around the state. The caucus will videoconference (watch and listen only) in the Anchorage and Fairbanks LIOs, aired live on Gavel to Gavel, or audio confcrcnccd (listen only) at the following LIOs' Barrow, Bethel, Cordova, Delta Junction, Dillingham, Glennallcn, Homer, Kcnai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Kotzebue, Mat-Su, Nome, Petersburg, Seward, Sitka, Tek and Valdez. Those tuning in from remote sites will be able to submit questiom via fax to (907) 4654588, by calling toll free 1-800-922-3875, or by emailing your questiom to Representative Sharon_Cissna~legis.state.ak. us. Panelists will answer questiom during the second and third conversatiom in late February and early March. For more information, call Rep. Sharon Cissna's office at (907) 465-3875 or toll free at 1-800-922.-3875, or'Rep. John Davies at (907) 465-4457 or toll free at 1-800-922-4457. I ~Uaska May See Change in Russian Far East Flights. A new U.S.-Russian bilateral aviation agreement gives Russian airlines permission to bypass Alaska on some flights between the Russian Far East (RFE) and the United States in a phase-out of the mandatory Anchorage stopover. Alaska sought to keep the Anchorage air link to the RFE intact; however, the Anchorage stopover requirement ends 12/31/99. The agreement also entitles Russia to designate any munber of airlines to operate unlimited charters between the RFE and Alaska. Currently, Reeve Aleutian Airways and Aeroflot offer twice weekly passenger service between Anchorage and the RFE, and Mavial flies weekly. / Voter List "Clean Up" Begins. The Division of Elections is developing forms and procedures to begin the much awaited clean up of. the Alaska voter list, according to Lt. Governor Fran Ulmer. Voter lists are notoriously inaccurate became federal law has, until now, prohibited state electiom offices from taking voters off the list who no longer live here. The new process requires the use of a two-stage verification process to determine if someone has indeed moved out of state before they can be put on the inactive list. The process will protect voter rights and result in voter registration lists that are much more accurate. As of Dec. 1, there were 456,914 registered Alaska voters on the rolls. Receive updams and news 'via e-mail by subscribing to our E-mail mailing lisfi Send us an e-mail.at governor@gev, state, ak. us and we'll sign you up! CITY OF HOMER HOMER, ALASKA Parks RESOLUTION 99-16(A) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF HOMER. ALASKA IN STRONG OPPOSITION OF PROPOSAL //172. PROPOSAL //141 & PROPOSAL //179. UPPER COOK INLET SALMON MANAGEMENT PLAN PRESENTED 'AT THE BOARD OF FISHERIES MEETING IN SOLDOTNA AND SUPPORT THE HISTORICAL MANAGEMENT FOR COMMERCIAL PRIORITIES FROM JULY I TO AUGUST 15.. WHEREAS, the Homer City Council recognizes a historic .Local Cook Inlet Drift Net Salmon Fleet operating out of the Homer Boat Harbor; and I WHEREAS, the Homer City Council recognizes the Local Cook Inlet Drift Net Salmon Fleet and its' associated support industries as a significant and vital entity in the social and economical health and well being of the community of Homer, Alaska and the surrounding region: and WHEREAS, the Homer City Council passed and adopted Resolution 97-1 ' on February 24. 1997 in opposition of Proposal D-AAC21-363' and WHEREAS, Proposal #172 presented to the Board of Fisheries in 1999 is identical to Proposal "D"-AAC21-363 which Homer City Council Resolution 97-1 '~ opposed in 1997' and WHEREAS, Proposal # 141 would create practical results ofunadaptive mandates that would allow spawning sockeye escapements far above MSY levels, cvclin,, of sockeye svstems, a loss of the economic viability of commercial fisheries, and ultimately a negative impact on the resources. and the social and economic health of the community, of Homer and surroundin,,, region' and WHEREAS, Proposal #179 is merely the last of a long list of ALLOCATIVE proposals dating back to 1986 which attempt to restrict the drift fleet and if adopted will have a negative impact on the social and economical health of the community of Home. Alaska and the surrounding region; and WHEREAS, if Proposals # 172, ti 141 and # 179 of the Upper Cook Inlet Salmon Management Plan are passed and implemented by the Alaska Board of Fisheries it will install severe social and economical hardship on the historic local Cook Inlet Drift Net Salmon Fleet and it's associated support industries, the community of Homer. Alaska and the surrounding region. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Homer. Alaska strongly opposes Proposals #172, #141 and #179 of the Upper Cook Inlet Salmon Management Plan as presented at the February 1999 meeting in Soldotna. Alaska; and KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT CLASSIFICATION OF ALARMS Month' January 1999 TH J-" I~S LAS'~' MONTH MONTH I I I i ii III fliT_I III i~i II I I_ I I I HIS MeN. ILAST YEARI'~HIs YEAR LAST YEA,RI, TO D,,ATE' I TO, ,DATE Airport .... '"'" "-~ ' 0 .... ' 0 ...... 0 ...... 0 "' 0 Structural 2 2 1 1 2 OUt Buildings ',", , ' ,,' ' ' 0 ....... 0 " "~" ' 1 ' 0 Brush or Grass 0 ' 0 .... 0 '0 ..... 0 Forest ' ' '0 ' ' 0 0 " 0 .... 0' DUmp,,,sters, ' , " ",' 0 '" 0 .... 0 '' 0 0 Vehicles 2 1' .... ~ ' ' '2 ' 2' Hazardous'Materials" 7 '"3 6 ' 6 ' ' ~ AlarmMal~un'ction ' ' ' 3 6 ' ' ' 1 ' ' 1 ' 3 Good lntent ...... :5 ' ' 5 "4 .... 4 ' 2 RescUe ASst.. " ' 11 '7 ' 5 .... ~ ' '11 MutUal/AutoAid .......... 6 '3 " ' 5 .... 5 " '6 Mi~scellaneoU~ ' '1' 0' ' 0 ' ' 0 1 · ' 'A ~ - EMS " I II I II I II III I I II I I I I I IIII I II II I Jill I I II I Rescue ........ 0 ,' " 0 ..... 0 .... 0 ' 0 Routine i ransp, ort .... 3 , 3 3 3 ' 3 Good Intent ' 0 0 ' ' 0 ' 0 .... 0 Mutual Aid 0 0 0 0 0 . , i ! " , , . i . ~ . i I .... 58-1 ......581 ..... ............. Ii ii I I il i i i i i ! iTOi'Ai:/', A,,,L, A,M~,' I I I I I II I I I I I I I Mobile Home . $0 $0 $0 .$0 . $0 Vehicle $3,500 ' $1,000 $1,200 $;I ,200 $3,500 a°t°r~Vessel " ,, ,' .... ~0 ' "$0 ....$0 '",, $0 ,,$0 IDI~,~-~i ',,~I~<E LOSS "i '"' $2,500 i," '$21'2001 ' $~2'j:2dO l' $4,'J$O'J I I I . III II I I ii ii i ......... I II I I I I I I L°ss O~ Li~e'(in Fire).. ' .. 0 ..... 0 " ' 0 '" 0 ' 0 Injuries In' Fires '0 0 ' 0 ' ' 0' 0- ,, , , , , , , , , , , , -1- KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT CAUSES OF FIRES Month' January 1999 I I II III II I I I THIS LAST YEAR IMONTHI TO DATE I N,UM- I ,E,ST. LOSS THIS YEAR TO DATE ,NUU. ,I EST. LOSS ! Chimneys, Soot, Flues. . .0 . 1 $20,000..00 0 $0.00 Sparks .... 0 , 0 $0-00 0 $0.00 , Defoctive Heaters 0 0 $0.00 0 $0.00 Co.rnbustibles .Near, Heaters 0 ,,0 $0.00 0 $0.00 Open Li[l,hts. Flames 0 0 $0.00 0 $0.00 Hot Ashes 1 0 $0.00 1 $500.00 Oil, burners/Furnages . 0 0 , , $0.00 ,, 0 $0.00 Careless Smok!ng 0 0 $0.00 0 $0.00 Children With Matches ..... 0 0 ,., $0.00 , .0 . .$0.00 Car, cie,ss Us.e. of Matc, hes ....0 0. ,. $0.00 0 $0.00 Defective Electrical W!ring 0 ,, . 0 ..... $0.00 ,0 $0.o0 Applia. nces & ,Motors/Elec. ,. 0 , 0 $0.00 0 $0.00 .... Flamma ,b, le liquids, , 0 0 .... $0. ,00 0 $0.00 Cooking Appliances ........ ,1, , ,0 , ,, $0.00 , 1 $1,50.00 Rekindle ........... 0,, ,0 ,, , $0,-00 0 , $0.00 Spontaneous Ignition , 0 0 $0.00 0 $0.00 Fireworks...... 0,,. 0 . $0.00 0 $0.00 Tools (Cu.tting, Welding)... 0 0 $0.00 0 $0.00 Incendiaq/ ........... o., o ,, $o.00 ....... 0 ,. , $0.00 Misc. Known, Causes , . 0 0 , . $0.00 0 $0.00 Suspicious ...... 0 .... 0 . ,, $0.00 , ,,0 ,,.$0-00 Unknown ......... 0 . 0,. . $0.00 . ,,0 . .,$.0-00 IT°ta~_ , i iidi g,,.. , ...... Fires ..... i ......... 21' i' ' ! ..... ! ..... ool 1 , .00 2 $650. ! ! ii I I I I _1 I I I I I _ -2- KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT CALLS BY DAY OF WEEK Month' January 1999 SUN. MON. TUES. WED. THURS. FRI. SAT. TOTAL 10 8 11 13 18 14 20 94 CALLS BY TIME OF DAY Month' January 1999 0000 01 O0 0200 0300 0400 0500 0600 0700 4 1 1 2 0 1 2 3 0800 0900 1000 11 O0 1200 1300 1400 1500 4 2 9 5 12 2 3 5 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100 2200 2300 6 6 8 7 6 1 1 3 TOTAL CALLS 94 -3- KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT OCCUPANCY TYPE Month: January 1999 [HIS' ~'E~R'TO DATE ' INSP FIRES ..... : I ,, ! $ oss LAST ~YEAR TO DAT'E ....... i IUSP. I,FIRESI, $ L, OSS~ overnmen ment Federal Government s hools Churchs ier Multi Dweilin s Stores/Dwellings Plex's n I Retail Stores ,estaurant/Bars le Mercantile e Warehouses ails " o o ' o _ 0 ,_, 1 ''0 ' ' $o':0o "$o.oo , , $o.oo ~ "$O.Oo $o:o0 ' $o.0o $0."00 $o.oo $o.o'0' $o.0o ' '$o. oo~ "$o. oo Il I Il0 'o 0 0 ' 0 0 0 2 0 0 $o. o0 ...... o ' o ..... $0.bo ....... $0.o0 ' ' ' o .... o ' $0.oo'- '" $650.00 o ' ~ ' ".$20,000.00 $0 0o ' 0 o $o.o0 ' $0.00 '0 0 ' $0.00 '0 $0', oo 4 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0. 0 0 $0. 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 I Fabrication Misc. Manufacture r Yards IS es n 'ers 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ~S Plants Pro Processin Refineries Structures 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -4- KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION Month' January 1999 --TH'Is ' LAST HIS MONT LAST YEAR THIS YEAR MONTH MONTH JLASTYEAR! TO DATE TO DATE i I II II II I _ Letters $ Violations Noted Notice of Violations Issued Violations Corrected Extensions Granted Extensions Denied Plan Reviews Fire Drills Su ' Fire Prevention Classes Total Class Audience Station Tours Total Tour Audience · Permits Issued Land Cleari~ Permits Court Actions Instituted Arrest (Resulted From) Convictions nts Recieved laints Acted On Fire Watches Ordered ,ations Accidental Fires Natural Fires lncend Fires Undetermined Fires 2O 15 4 2O 9 2O 2 0 2 0 3 52 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 2 1 0 9 0 9 2 8 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 3 1 0 0 0 1 0 9 115 4 37 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 1 0 0 0 1 0 9 115 4 37 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 15 4 20 9 20 2 0 0 3 52 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 -5- KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT DIVISION OF TRAINING MONTH' January 1999 __ , THIS, LAS~ ITHiS MONTFI L~ST ~EAR IMO,,N'I'HIMONT~ LAST YEARI TO,DAT,E i i i i i ii i i i __ PhysiCal Fitness. ' ' ' 51'5'''' '36 "" 83' ' ' ' '83 "5115 Area Familiarization , , , 32 54 17.5 '~7.5 3~ Fire Fi~lhter Safety O' 6'.5 9.5 " 9.'5 0 Officer training , . , '14.5 .',."7.5 ',,, ' 261'5 ' 26.5 14.5 ~Appara.tus 105.5 121 119.5 ' '119.5 10515 Operat,!ngApparatus ..... ~'.5 1'°:J.5 " '68.5 .... 68.5 74..~' Portabl.e Fire ExtinguiShers , 9 ,2 . 0.5 . 0.5 , 9 Forcible Entry 8.5 1 1 1 8.5 Ropes &, Knots , , 0 ,' 0 , , 5 5 0 Ladders 0 1 7 .... 7 0 Hose Maint. enanco' ' . ' 10' ', 715 28.5 " 2.,8.5 ' 1'o Hosekays , 16.5 .... 6~5 , 12.5 . 12.5 ' ;16.5 SalVable&Overhaul" .. . 8 1 ., , 21 ~i ' " 8 Firestreams, 15 0 1 i ...... ~ ~' 15 HYdraulicS, ...... ~2.5. 2.5 ,," "7.5 , "7.5 ' ' 12.5 Water Suppiy's , , 36,5 .40.5 ..... 12, ..12 .36.5 Ventilation I 3 8 8' 1 Breathing APparatus . ' ,' ,4.5 ' '1 6.5 ' 6.5 ' 4.5 Rescue Operations 15 ' 0 ' 2.5 .... 2.5 " ' 15 Fire Prevention/Arson " ' 19 ' ' 4 ' " 17 ' 'i~ 19 - ,,, , , ,, , , , · , ,, Pre- Fire planning. '~ 6.5 i 5 0 0 16.5 SPrinklerSy. s.!ems ' ',,,'.,. '.,i', 2 , ,' 1.5. ' ,' 8 ," . ," 8 ' '2 Firela.ctics&Strategy . . ,3:5.. 8 ..14 , . ,14 .3'5 Hazardous Materials 9 0 8 8 9 _Confined Space Entry , ., 0 , , 0 . , . '0 ' 0 ' 0 Multi- Company Drills 0 0 0 ...... 0 .... 0 Formal Schools .... ,'' O' 'O' '~ .... 8 ' ' 0 Live Fire .Oper~.t. io,ns' _, 9.5 8.5 23.5 ...... 23.5 " 9.5 , , , , , , , , ,, ,, l otal (~lass Ho~'~s 4 . 30 '48.5 "48.5 ., 4~ fotai"Fi~l;d HoUr~ ..... 470" 399.5 ..... 477.5 477.5 '470 , , ,, , , ,, , , .... , , , , ,, , , Ii fJ i,,AL CLA,~SII-,I~L,~, l 'i¢4,,I, a2 -S I ,' ,, ' 2sI , 's2S I' , -6- KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT DIVISION OF TRAINING MONTH' Janua~ 1999 THiS I LAS'i' ffHIS'MONTI-~LAST~EA~THIS"YEA~ MONTH MONTH ~ LAST YEAR I, TO DATE! TODATE I J I I II I I I II Anatomy & Patient Assesment 45 36 57.5 57.5 45 , , , ,, , , Iriage 2.5 5.5 0.5 0.5 2.5 Chest Injuries. ., '' '1.5 ~.5 ' 0 0" ' 1 5 Shock & I.V. ~i herapy , , 19 , i2.5 ,. , 28 , 28 .19 Hemor.rhage Control ~. 5 1 5.5 5.5 4.5 ~asic Life SUpport' ".' . ' ' ~,8 12 ' , 15.5 .....15.5 18 Fractures & Dislocations 0 't3.5 13 ' ' 13 .... O Head & Neck Injuries 8.5 3 ' 10 10 ' ' 8.5- Abdominal & Genital,,,$¥stems 1 0.5 ' 1 ' 1 1 CardiaC/Ar.r.h¥/,St'ro'kes. ' I 16 14 I 26.5 '26.5 .... 6 Respiratory Systems LiII '~ 0.5 ' 2 I I ~ i ' 11 1'0.5 Airy Uanagemen! I 24.5 I 22.5 , i 30.5 I 30.5 24.5 Childbirth 0 1 6 ' ' 6 ' ' 0 Patient Handling. I ' ' 43 ' i26'5 ' .'4~ '45" 43 Heat & Cold Injuries O' 3 4.5 ' 4.5 RadiatiOri'& ~lectdcal injuries,., 0 ' 0 ' ' ' 0 ..... 0 0 Poison&Al!ergies , ' , 0', 0 . ' , 3 '.,,. 3 0 Pediatrics 1 1 1 1 1 Ph arm°co.!o,g¥' ' I 0 "1.5 ' '5.5 5.5 Advanced Life SuPport .... 0 7. 5 '! ' 0 ' I 0 0 biabete~ ..... 2.5 ' "1 ' 0 "'~) ' 2.5 Quaiit¥ ASs[Jranc~ lB ' ' ' I I ' I 7 I' ~l ",,., ' ' 15.5 '.,15.5 ' ' 7-- Driving 20 I ~ 1''5 20.5 20.5 20 MedicallLegal'terminoligy "0 3 " 17 17 ~ ' 0 Ruies&, Responsibilities 0 0 9 9 O- EMS Systemi&Communication,, ' Ib 2.5 ' ~ 5 i 5 I ! 0 Mast Pants 0 '0 '0 ' 0 ' '0 AIc. ohol & Drug AbuSe' 1 6.5 2' 2 1 Behavioral.Emergencies " 7.5' 4.5 0.5 015 " 7.5 Infect.Oas Disease Control' ' . ....1.6 ' 14 ' 21 ' 21 ' 16 l°tai Class Hours ' I I i4.5 55 ...... 6 I 6 1 I 14.5 ~otal Fie'id ~o~'rs .... 226.5 .... 169.5 ' 303.5 303.5 "'226.5- ! I , i i I i , i ! I ,I I ILl I I i Ii OIAL CLAS.S/I'ii::'i'L~ i ' i i [ I i 2311 9 I J~24.$ ], I 364.5 !, 364'5.,, l, ii I 239~ -7- KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSOLIDATED MONTHLY REPORT DIVISION OF TRAINING MONTH' January 1999 i' THISi 'LAST IYHIS MONTI~ LAsT YEARI THis YEAIS, MONTH]MONTH]LASTYEARI TO DATE I TO DATE i -- i i I i i II i i i I I. .n ..... 1.~ Ill [ ..... ,i , I I LI I~ Il I I , I I Ii ! I I Ill II II I . I Ill I I I .... [ .a,l,[l-I- ~U~J,"~ i~ .... II J I I I III I! I IIII I I I I I III II II I I I I IIIII AirPort Femilierizetion 7 15.5 0 0 7 Aircraft Familiari~zation ' ' 0 .... 8.5 "' ~ ' ' 0 .... 0 Fire Fighter Safety' ' 0 '~) 0 0 ' ' 0 Emer~enc¥Communicati°ns "2 " 10 .... 0 ...... 0 ..... 2 Hose., Nozzle, Turret.Op.erati°ni '15 30.5 . ..' .... 6 ' . .. '." 6 . ' ..15 Agent Applications 10 15.5 6 6 10 ^ircraft Evacuation ......... 0 .... 4 '"0 ...... 0 ....... 0 Fire' Fighting operatiOns .~ '1'2 .... ~6.5 ,' ." o .......o .... 12 Struc. tural Adaptation ........ 0 0 ,.. 0 "0 0 Cargo Hazards 0 0 0 ..... 0 ..... 0 Airport Emergency Plan ..... 0 '.. i9-5. "i'" 0 ' 0 ..... . O. Hazardous Materials 0 0.5 0 0 0 'Alerts I, II, Iii .... 2 " 13.5 ......0 0 .... 2 Multi' C°mpan¥ Drills ' 21 0.5 .... 0 ...... 0' " 21- Formal Schools 0 "24 ' 0 0 ' ' 0 , , , , , ,,, ,, , ,, , , ,, ,, , , ,, , , , TotalClass'Hou'rs ..... 0 '1(~3 .... 0 ..... 0 " ' O' Total Fieid"h0urs .......... 69 '"55.5" ':i2' 12 ' " 69 , , i ,, ,, i i , , , ][ ,, , , , ,, l iOtal ;lass/Pieid ',,' ' I" 69I ls8: 1, ', ' 21' ", 69,1 -8- City of Kenai 361 Senior Court (907)283-41 56 5 P ECIAL EVENTS Wea tin' o the Green March 2 March 3 March 5 March 9 March 10 March 11 March 16 /larch 17 March 18 March 19 March 20 March 23 March 24 March 29 March 30 March 31 Tax Aid Wellness Clinic Line Dancers Tax Aid Wellness Clinic Winter Olympic/ Fish Fry Tax Aid Wellness Clinic St. Patrick's Day/ Birthday Party S oc ial Security No Host Dinner Fly Tying Class CANstmction Tax Aid Wellness Clinic Alaska Legal Services Tax Aid Wellness Clinic American Legion Senior Easter Dinner 9:00 - Noon 8:00 - 11:00 Noon 9:00 - Noon 8:00 - 11:00 Noon 9:00 - Noon 8:00 - 11:00 Noon Noon- 4 4:00 pm 10:30 am 10:00 am 9:00 - Noon 8:00 - 11:00 8:30-11:30am 9:00 - Noon 8:00 - 11:00 5:00 pm Whether you celebrate St. Patrick's Day or not, celebrate the color green this spring. According to tradition, the color green became associated with Ireland, thanks to the leprechauns---Irish folklore creatures who wore that color in order to blend in with nature and therefore be harder to find. St. Patrick's Day itself is named for Ireland's patron saint. Patrick, who was brought to Ireland originally as a slave and helped convert the Irish to Christianity. On St. Patrick's Day, the Irish greet on another with "Cead mile failtel!" That is Gaelic for "a hundred thousand welcomes!" To those of us who have endured this long, cold winter of 98-99, we will be ready to celebrate the arrival of green this spring and greet it with a hearty "Cead mile faiitei!' I . St. Patrick's Day/Birthday Party Wednesday, March 17 at Noon will be a party to remember! Birthdays, shamrocks, go/d, rainbows, games, entertainment .... and a traditional Irish lunch. Wear your favOrite green duds and join us for our own "Green Parade". Don't miss out on this fun day! Sign up on the board to reserve your seat. Warmth, kindness, and friendship are the most yearned for commodites in the world. The person who can provide them will never be lonely. constructing a can sculpture to benefit the Kenai Peninsula Food Bank. Beginning March 1, we will be collecting cans of food and during the week of March 15 we will begin to build our sculpture. We will have the oppommity to display our "creation" at the CANstmction "99 on Saturday, March 20 at Soldoma High School. All entries will be marked and judged, so let's have some fun with this! The Food Bank is a vital part of our program at the center giving us oppommity to help keep our food costs down. Let's give back to this great organization and help out our community as well. Bill Hanson 1 Betty Osbom 1 Ava Whitten 1 Frances Casey 3 Bill Osbom 3 Lawrence Snodgrass 3 Ids Duncan 5 Eva Lorenzo 6 Neva Black 6 Lorraine Ashcraf~ 6 Patsy Clifford 7 Virginia Traeger 8 Joe Koski 9 Ione Wisdom 9 Jake Ivanoff 9 Erma Best 10 Eleanor Evans 11 Mildred Evenson 11 Gladys C asey 15 Dara Kaupp 15 Alice Liepold 15 Irvin Evenson 16 Helene Rust 18 Marian Millen 20 Lou Abbott 23 Jan Taylor 24 Barney Bumard 26 Evelyn Juday 27 Bill C essnun 28 Doug Mc Goon 28 Elmer Swartz 28 Roy Moore 28 Mildred Peoples 28 Jo Jarvis 29 Jo Davis 30 Ruth Ryan 30 Bob Humphrey 31 News Free tax return assistance is available at the center on Tuesdays from 9am to 12pm beginning on March 2. Please be sure to call to schedule your appointment. The next regular meeting of the AARP will be at the Soldotna Senior Cemer on Thursday, March 18 at l:OOpm. The State Coordinator on Economics & Security issues will speak on Social Security and new issues. Plan now to attend. Comact Mary Lane at 262- 8839 for further information. Well, the votes are in fi'om last momh's survey and it looks like our Presidem can be glad that his fate wasn't lef~ up to the folks here in Kenai. You voted by 95% to impeach' him. Guess Congress had something else in mind. Free Services for Seniors Kenai Vision Center is having free Glaucoma pressure checks during "Save Your Vision Week". Vision week is March 7-13 and the free pressure checks are March 1-12. An information sheet is posted on the notice board and you may call the Kenai Vision Center at 283-7575 to schedule an appointment. A represemative from Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC) will be at the Senior Cemer on Monday, March 29, 1999 between the hours of 8:30am to 11:30am. The (ALSC) is a non-profit agency that provides legal assistance to seniors. Individuals wishing to discuss their legal concerns, or desiring assistance in the preparation of a will or other legal documems are welcome to call their office at 1-800-478-9431 to schedule an appointmem. For more information, stop by the senior cemer office and request a flyer. Straw Poll I If you were given the opportunity to -- [speak out on the current "fish problem" !what would you suggest? I I Tougher sport fishing regulations. [--~ Tougher commercial regulations. I I Let it be a free-for-all. i I Other Thursday, March. ! ! promises, to be a day to remember here a~ our center. We have decided that. with. all of the talent and "athletic" abilities among us, we should have our own Winter Olympics. The events of the day will include: A snoring contest, the slipper shuffle, and deck the bed. T° top off the day' s special flavor we will be serving; grilled. Tuna and Mahi-Mahi steaks, fresh from Mexico, brought m us. by the infamous fish--Dan. English. Come and. joia us far this..st:tecia! day. Thursday, Mamh 11 at Noon. No Host Dinner The Riverside House in Soldoma is our "spot of the month". We have heard rove reviews of their New , York Steak dinner and thought we would try their early bird special. Thursday, March 18 and we will leave at 4:00 pm from the Center. Van ride is $2, sign up in the office. NlglSgl ?tNOC..at.F., ~ LUNr..tt The pinochle players from out north are calling us to come play on their turf. If you are interested in having lunch at the Nikiski Senior Center and playing cards with the gang, sign up in the office. The Van will leave at 11:00 am and the cost to ride is $2. Have you ever been interested in how fishing flies are made? This lost art has been discovered among our own seniors. Sherman Pritchard has taught many a novice and pro on how to tie those hooks sure to lure in the big ones. Even if you are just interested in fishing and want to learn something new, come and join us on Friday, March 19 at 10:30 am. The class is free and includes all materials. Sign up on the board. American Leoion ~aster Dinner The Legion has invited the area seniors once again to partake of a lovely Easter Dinner. The date has been set for Wednesday, March 31 at 5:00 pm. There is no cost for the dinner, but you must RSVP with us by Wednesday, March 24 at lunchtime. Sign up on the board if you plan to attend and let the office know if you need a fide. L.&?r~chan Wa~l ~anojin March 9 at 1 O: 30 am ~s St. Pa~ck's Day cutie is easy to m~e and perfect for the season! Cost is $3, si~ up and pay ~ the office. March 10 at 1:00 pm Come joM Wiona ~d the gals~. Great t~e to b~g · at project M that you need help on. Si~ up on the bo~d if you would l~e to come. March 24 at 12:3 0 pm It's ~t t~e agar! the center and have ~d si~ up on the bored. (~e March 25 at I 0:00 am A ~eat class for upco~g Sp~~me~ M~e a desi~ ofyo~ choice. Supplies list ~d si~ up the board. March 30 at 12:30pm "~~ adorable Sp~g or E~ter idea. Supplies list ~d si~ up on the bo~d. . / Calling All Quilters! ~'is would like to meet with any of you who would like to see our quilt~g classes take off' again. Exciting new info on block of the month club! Come and share any ideas you may have and what you would like to happen. Plan to meet in the Solarim on Wednesday, March 3 at 12:30pm. :"~ Kenai Fine Arts Gallery The Kenai Art Gallery has chosen our Seniors to be the featured artists of the month for March. Any seniors who would like to exhibit their arts and cmits are welcomed and encouraged to do so. Please contact the Art Gallery at 283-7040 or Mary Lane at 262-8839 if you would like more information. Center Decorations Word has it that St. Patrick's Day Fever is coming to the Cemer. Be ready to watch the transformation to the green of the season. To help this process along, we need some assistance in making some shamrocks. If you are able to give a couple of hours to this project, join us in the craft room on Tuesday, March 2 at 10:30am. City Employee Appreciation Breakfast TOPS Open House It is time again to let the other departments. within the city just how much we have appreciated all that they contribute to our senior center. We are inviting all of the city departments to a special breakfast in their honor on Tuesday, March 23 from 7:30- 9am. If you could help us serve breakfast that morning, please sign up on the board. Taking Off Potmds. Sensibly is.what this great organizafionis'aH-about~ . fi-you are interested in having a good time, learning new eating habits, talking, receiving encouragement, and forming new friendships, come and check them out! This group meets every Tuesday morning at 10am at the Senior Center and they would like to invite you to their open house on Tuesday, March 16 from 10:30 to 11:30 am. Misprints, and' o'th r Fun Stuff We all kno~ how easy k is to "slip up", the following announcements have been lo.trod, to appear, in chuml~.btfltet~ around comm . 1) Thursday night-Potluck supper. Prayer and medication to follow-. 2) Remember is prayer the many who are sick of mzr church and corem .uni'ty. 3) The rosebud on the altar this morning is to announce the birth of David Alan Belzer, the sin of Rev. and Mrs. Julius. Be2zer. 4) Tuesday at 4:00 pm there wilt' be an ice cream social. Alt' ladies giving milk will please come early~ 5) This bei~. Easter Stmday, we wilt ask Mrs. Lewis to come fonvard and. lay an egg on the altar. 6) Next Sunday, a special coIleetion will be taken to defray the cost of the new carpet. Att those wishing to do something on the new carpet will come forward and. do so.. 7) A bean supper will be held' on Tuesday. evening in the char. ch hail. Music. will follow. 8) At. evemgs .mrfight,.th -sermon . Rbe." ' ?" Come early and. listen to-our choir-practice. submitted by Fred Maier ~~~o= ~D 0 om 0 .= ~ oc~ ~_.o ¢¢o ~ ~. 0 0 ~ :. '9 ." Li ng armS;s ' TOPS : Exercise 10am 9am Swimming Line Dancing ng 9:45-10:45am 10:30am Bridge Bible Sharing 12:35pm llam Bowling Shopping lpm lpm i?l ! I I ! I I ! ! I I I I I I I I ! ! ~' City of Kenai Alaska Commission on Aging Kenai Peninsula Borough Kenai Peninsula United Way Cen~r ¥olunt~r~ :1 I~/ KENAI SENIOR CENTER City of Kenai 361 Senior Court Kenai, Alaska 99611 This Newsletter Belongs To... MAKE 22 PACKETS COUNCIl, PACKET DISTRIBUTION COUNCIL MEETING DATE: Mayor and Council Fire Department Police Department Senior Center City Manager Finance Public Works Library t//~ Airport Parks & Rec. ~'~ Engineer, iL ~ Clerk /' Taylor Springer Clarion 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 F~-c-b¥ computer to: L.~Assembl~embers KSRM (Atto: Dan Meeks) KBBI (Homer) Kenai Chamber of Commerce EDD Don Hunter, (Daily News/Anchorage) ax by re.ilar fax machine: DLLi~ 283k670-]<~ 1 Betty Miller, BP Jon Little (Daily News/Soldotna) Bill Iles, HEA KVCC Joan McCoy, ARCO 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 fries and emailed and ~ ~':" ~---'-- ~... ~~=~, on Friday afternoon. AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING MARCH 3, 1999 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http'//www.ci.kenai.ak.us ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS ( 10 minutes) o a, Mayor John Williams - Property tax payers Borough Economic Outlook Forum - Dwindling City Tax Base c. Kustaten Ridge Project d. Washington, D.C. trip e. Representative Smalley's meeting of Monday, March 1 f. Old City Video g. Administrative Exemption to Setback Requirements ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS o Ordinance No. 1812-99 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $750 in the Council on Aging Borough Special Revenue Fund. . Ordinance No. 1813-99 -- Amending Title 4 of the Kenai Municipal Code Entitled, "Uniform Building Codes," to Adopt and Incorporate by Reference Therein the 1997 Editions of the Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Building Security Code, the Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, the Uniform Sign Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code, and the 1999 National Electrical Code. . Resolution No. 98-84 -- Declaring the Following Engine Surplus and Donating it to the Kenai Peninsula Fire Chiefs Association. {Postponed on 12/2/98 to Time Certain on 3/3/99.) , Resolution No. 99-10 -- Adopting a Flexible Benefits Plan. . Resolution No. 99-11 -- Accepting Conveyance of a 9.64+ Acre Parcel Next to Kenai Central High School from the Kenai Peninsula Borough. The public is invited to attend and participate. Additional information is available through the City Clerk's office at 210 Fidalgo Avenue, Suite 200 or visit our website at http://www, ci.kenai.ak.us Carol L. Freas City Clerk INFORMATION ITEMS KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 3, 1999 o 2. 3. 4. 5. Talking Point for the Week of February 22, 1999. City of Homer, Resolution No. 99-16(A) regarding Board of Fisheries. Kenai Fire Department Consolidated Monthly Report for January 1999. Kenai Community Library Calendar for March 1999. The Certterline, March 1999 (Senior Center Newsletter). MAYOR'S REPORT MARCH 3, 1999 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING ADD TO: CHANGF~ TO THE AGENDA C-3, Resolution No. 98-84 -- 3/1/99 letter from Anchor Point Fire & Emer§ency Service Area reaffirmin§ their interest in obtainin§ the 1971 Sea,raves Pumper. REOUESTED BY: Clerk CONSENT AGENDA No chantles. MAYOR'S REPORT