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Meet ing Packet
September 15,
1999
AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 15, 1999
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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ITEM A:
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ITEM B:
ITEM C:
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ITEM D:
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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.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinance No. 1841-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $100,000 in the Forest/Redoubt Water and Sewer
Crossings Capital Project Fund.
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Substitute Ordinance No. 1841-99 - Increasing Estimated
Revenues and Appropriations by $140,000 in the Forest/Redoubt
Water and Sewer Crossings Capital Project Fund.
Ordinance No. 1842-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $6,300 in the General Fund for a Public Library
Assistance Grant.
Resolution No. 99-54- Listing the City's Alaska Department of
Community and Economic Development FY 2001 Capital Project
Matching Grant Program Projects in Priority for a Request in State
Funding.
COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council on.Aging
Airport Commission
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5.
6.
7.
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:
MINUTES
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*Regular Meeting of September 1, 1999.
ITEM F:
CORRESPONDENCE
ITEM G:
OLD BUSINESS
ITEM H:
NEW BUSINESS
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Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
2~
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
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Discussion- Property Use Plans/Tract C, Daubenspeck Property; FAA
Tract Property; FAA Football Field.
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Discussion- Ice Rental Fee/Multi-Purpose Ice Facility
ITEM I:
ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. Mayor
2. City Manager
3. Attorney
4. City Clerk
5. Finance Director
6. Public Works Managers
7. Airport Manager
ITEM J:
DISCUSSION
1. Citizens (five minutes)
2. Council
EXECUTIVE SESSION - Annual Evaluation of City Attorney and City Clerk. If time
allows, the evaluation of the City Manager will be held as well.
ITEM K:
ADJOURNMENT
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MAYOR'S REPORT
September 1, 1999
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
CHANGF~ TO THE AGENDA
REOUESTED
BY:
ADD AS:
B-1 {Persons Scheduled to be Heard} -- Bill Co§hill,
Milmnda, Cottrell & Co./Financial Statement
Presentation
FINANCE
DIRECTOR
CONSENT AGENDA
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MAYOR'S REPORT
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Administrati~_
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1841-99
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $100,000 IN
THE FOREST/REDOUBT W as S CROSSINGS CAPITAL PROJECT FUND.
WHEREAs, the State of Alaska is upgrading Forest Drive and Redoubt Avenue;
and
WHEREAS, water and sewer main line crossings are much less expensive if
installed during the project; and
WHEREAS, water and sewer main line crossings installed after this project
would require cutting and patching the new asphalt, which is undesirable; and
WHEREAS, funds are available in the fund balance of the Water and Sewer
System Special Revenue Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as
follows:
Water and Sewer System Special Revenue Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Appropriation of Fund Balance
Increase Appropriations'
Transfer to Capital Project Fund
$100,000
$100,000
Forest/Redoubt W & S Crossings Capital Project Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Transfer from Water and Sewer System
Special Revenue Fund
Increase Appropriations'
Construction
$100,000
$100,000
Ordinance No. 1841-99
Page Two
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 15th day of
September, 1999.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance:
(8/25/991 kl
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
September 1, 1999
September 15, 1999
September 15, 1999
$~STITUTE
Suggested by: Administration
City of Kenai
OItI)INANCE NO. 1841-99
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $140,000 IN
THE FOREST/REDOUBT W & S CROSSINGS CAPITAL PROJECT FUND.
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska is upgrading Forest Drive and Redoubt Avenue;
and
WHEREAS, water and sewer main line crossings are much less expensive if
installed during the project; and
WHEREAS, water and sewer mare line crossings installed after this project
would require cutting and patching the new asphalt, which is undesirable; and
WHEREAS, funds are available in the fund balance of the Water and Sewer
System Special Revenue Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as
follows:
Water and Sewer System Special Revenue Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Appropriation of Fund Balance
Increase Appropriations'
Transfer to Capital Project Pund
$140,000
$140,000
Forest/Redoubt W & S Crossings Capital Project Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
Transfer from Water and Sewer System
Special Revenue Fund
Increase Appropriations:
Construction
$140,000
$140,000
Ordinance No. 1841-99
Page Two
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 15t~ day of
September, 1999.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLL~MS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance:
(8/25/99) ld
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
September 1, 1999
September 15, 1999
September 15, 1999
MEMORANDUM
CiTY OF KENAI
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
TO'
FROM'
DATE:
SUBJECT'
Rick Ross, City Manager
Keith Kornelis, Public Works Manager
September 9, 1999
N. Forest Drive/Redoubt Avenue
The DOT/PF has revised their cost estimate for the water and sewer main crossings on
the N. Forest Drive/Redoubt ~project. It is listed under Additive Alternate A on the
attached.
$117,460 AA No. 1
17,619 15% CE
4,921 Contingency
$140,000
Ordinance No. 1841-99 has been changed to reflect the new cost estimate and marked
"SUBSTITUTE." Note the new DOT/PF Construction subtotal on the entire project is
$5,430,316.61. When utilities and preliminary engineering are added, the total project
comes to $6,280,316.61.
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SENT BY'
DATE:
TO:
FROlVI:
8-30-99 ;IO'03AM ;se design & constuct-*
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STATE OF ALASKA
DEPARTMKNT OF TRAIq~RTATION AND PUBLIC FACII,H'I~
5TATEWIDE D.ESI~ & ENG~EERING SER~~ DIVISION
DF. SION SECTION
, RECEi~'~=D
FAX TRANSMITTAL
PROJE~ NAME AND NO.:
PLEAgE HAND DELIVER THE FOLLOWING FAX TO:
TOTAl. NUMBER OF
PAGES (lnclu~ Cover
FAX NO.:
TELEPHO~ NO.:
FAX NO.:
TELEPHONE NO.:
HARD COPY? YES _ . --- NO
SISNT BY'
8-80-99 ;10'08,~ ;se design & cons~uc~-~
907 283 3014;# 2/
Engineers Estimate
Slate of, Alaska - Depmlment o! Trar=portation and Publl; Fa;lllUes - Southeast Region
Paget of 4
17-Aug-~98
ProJe,?,l Nnme: Project Numlumr:
Kenai - Forest Dr / Redoubt Ay® Rehibllltntlon 52481
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SENT BY'
8-30-99 ;IO'O~AM ;se desisn & cons~uc~-,
907 283 30!¢;~ 3/ ~
Engineers Estimate
8bat~ of Alaska -- Depmmmnt of Tranepmlatlon mlcl PiJblio Facilities - Southeast Region
Page 2 of 4
17-Aug-~X~
Project Mmm: Pro~t Number:,
Kenai- Forest Dr I Redoubt Ave Rehabilitation 52481
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Iblm No ~ Item Pay Unit Unit Price Qo~ltlty Amount
604 (3) Rldmdmtnmt Exls, ng Manhole ' E~ $1,SOQ. OO ....
·
~ (4) Adlu~t EXl~l~l iI~mltol, Each $400.00 10
eo4 (SA) Ime~, Type A .... ~ sl.2oo.~ .... 44
.... Ill ·
I1=1 ii i i
~ (8) Rawmval and Olep~ln~ e~ GtHamll ' Mdar $20.~ -' 12
60~ (3) Chain Unk Fence ' I~or $8;0,,00 ....... ~16 $2,5,200.00
~)KI~)-~- Con~r~-.t,, S[d~w-~, ',SO mm ~.k ;Sq.~ S4S.0O 4Z0 "
608 (3) Curb Ralmp E4oh $450.00
.o (4) D,eh Un:ng " mW~'. ~.00 .'~', ." ~~S.00
Ii#tar ·
616 (1) :&'landard Sign .... Square S47K00 ~ $17,394,9~
me(z) s"'%e ' i~o~r,,, s~so. oo ~ 'sae.2,.~.~
~le (3) water For ~,,~.g - IrJIoli~ $~.(X) . tT00 S; 1,SO0.00
eao (1) TOl:,.~l .... mauam S2.60 ' '
6a~ (2) 8win=fy ~ con--on ' '~ ~oo 15 ~.~)o.oo
r48(a) hnltary Sew~ Ult staUon ' lump Sum i82,000.~ All ReqUll'eO ' $5~,,000,00
eae (4) San~SewerVkkm ~t~cmg I.mp,~um' ' #,ooo. eo
927 (1) 300 mm Du~le'l-ron w~te~ Ccmdutt, $300.00
CI~ 2
~ (4) Fire IflMrant ~llustment Each $500.00 11 SS.S00.00
6E7 (G) Rre Hydrant Rdocatlon " EAch '- S2A0O.00 "'5 $12,SQ0.00
6~7(8~ wm~r Smndce ConnecUon ..... ~,~=h- 8SO0.00 lS $?,S00~0
..
SENT BY'
8-30-99 ;10'04.~ ;se desiEn & c0ns~ucr-,
907 283 3014;# 4/ 5
Engineers Estimate
Stme of Alaska - Department Of Transporlatlon and Publk; Fm;illtie~ - SoUUleast Region
Project Name:. PrNect Number:.
Kenai - Forest Dr ! Redoubt Ave Rehabilitation 52481
Ikam No Pay Item =PAP/Unit : Unit Price Quantity
627 (10) AdJu$1/nent Of Valve Boz EBc:h S2O0.00
627(11)
e2e (1)
636(1)
(Joe (a)
63~ (4)
MO(l)
641 (1)
641(~)
M2 (~)
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S4~ (S)
642(10)
643(1)
Ma(:3)
M~15)
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Line
· ~Jlment Con~t Strtm~re
Insulation Board
Lump Sum M,000.00
lump Sum $S2,500.00
Mobillzati~n Arm DemoMIImtion
Eroslofl And Pollution Conm)d
AdmlnMtr'allat
Erosion And Pollutkm Cml~
$11l Fen~
Pollution Price -AdJusbnent
Conmru~lon Surv~ng
ThrM ~n Surv~ Party
~ Pdnmry Uoqumem
SIA Geconcllzy Monument
Lump Sum
Lump 8urn 8S,0003:)0
~ontm~t
Sum
Ideter
kump Sum
Hour
Referenoe F. xlsOflg Monument
Tramo Malnmn~nce
Construcl:lon $1~nlr~l
lump Gum
Flegglng
Som
Tr,~; PrlG, ,AdJu~unm'n Gomlngem
i-(aiSc Cor,~ Contingamt
Sum
IReM OITlc~ Lump Sum
L.ump Sum
$150.00
SIO, OOO. QO
$13,000.00
NI Requir~
44
All Required
All Requirld
All
All Required
All R~lulr~l
18
18i
All Required
All Requlre~
All Requlr~
All Required,
All Required
~11 Required;
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$17,700.00
$~,.oo. oo
$1,800.00
1;8,000.00
$10,000.00
$10,000.00
S2G,m~
st&ooo.oo
646(1)
Prepared
Page 3 of 4
17-Aug.99
SENT BY'
8-80-99 ;10'05~ ;se design & cons~ucr-,
907 283 3014;# $/ S
Engineers Estimate
Slate of Alaska - C).pJrMmnt of Transporiadon arid Public FlclUtlll - SOUlhult Region
F'age4 of 4
1?-Aug-~
Project Name: PmlKt I~lmber:
Kenai - Forest Dr I Redoubt Ave Rehabilitation 52481
Ill · l I I~ l
limn No Prf Item Pay Unit Unit Price Quantity Amount
6,. (1) iWid, Pad 0QZ~I'. 48 ~ Minimum ~on~lnoent
660 (a) Highway U0htklg ~lmem ~Omptm Lump 8urn S~0,0O0~00 All Requital ~X),G.00'
66o (111 ~ raffl~ L.cmp ' tu:h 860t~ ' 'S tn, Gm"
6~ (14) Finhlflg School haoon 8yetem- - lump Sum $1~oo.oo ,~ll Rd~uirmdl
6G; (2) load C~mtur, Type lA ' ' Each ' '$~0,000~0 "' 7 ~q),000.00
~)iO (11) I~thy Mlthaaylaje Pavmmmt ' '~i~er $40.00 2~25 $101,000.t~'
Marklngm :
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Bid .gub~bll.; S4.771,030,97
Additive Alternate A
644 Ex~lJ$1on8:
,. cdmstmeuon F-nglneedno ~,e 12.oo %
. ~m_ctlon Subt, t~l:
Additive AIbHTmm A SuMotMt $117,460.00.
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"--" ..... --~ .... ~r~l.~ su.m..m_m~ .......... :
Prelim~.~. ~~wlng
$4.M6,49~q7
Available FuMlnq
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Suggested by:
City of Kenai
ORDINANCE NO. 1842-99
Administratt~..
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA
INCREASING ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $6,300 IN
THE GENERAL FUND FOR A PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSISTANCE GRANT.
WHEREAS, the City has received a Public Library Assistance Grant from the
State of Alaska; and
WHEREAS, this grant can be used to purchase books.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
KENAI, ALASKA, that estimated revenues and appropriations be increased as
follows:
General Fund
Increase Estimated Revenues:
State Library Grant
$6,300
Increase Appropriations'
Library- Books
$6,300
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 15th day of
September, 1999.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
Approved by Finance'
(8/26/99) kl
Introduced:
Adopted:
Effective:
September 1, 1999
September 15, 1999
September 15, 1999
Suggested by: City Councu
CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 99-54
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, LISTING THE
CITY'S ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FY
2001 CAPITAL PROJECT MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM PROJECTS IN PRIORITY FOR
A REQUEST IN STATE FUNDING.
WHEREAS, a municipality is required under AS 37.06 to submit a prioritized list of
capital projects if funding is requested by the municipality under the Municipality
Capital Project Matching Grant Program; and,
WHEREAS, a municipality is required under AS 37.06 to provide a local matching
share for capital projects funded through the Municipal Capital Project Matching
Grant Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Kenai, Alaska,
by this resolution, hereby endorses and requests grant funding under AS 37.06 for
the capital project(s} identified below and on the attached Form A; and agrees to
provide the local share for the project{s} as required under AS 37.06.
Priority 1
Amount
Street Improvement Proi/l'am
$145,932.00 Requested
62,542.29 City
$208,474.29 TOTAL
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA this 15th day of
September 1999.
ATTEST:
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
Carol L. Freas, City Cler~,~
Approved by Finance:
CITY OF KENAI
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
1992
September 17, 1999
Ms. Lena Simmons
Department of Community and Economic Development
P.O. Box 110208
Juneau, AK 99811-0803
Dear Ms. Simmons'
Enclosed is FORM A, CAPITAL PROJECT MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM
FY2001 Proposed List of Projects for the City of Kenai's project "Street
Improvement Program." Also enclosed is FORM B, PROJECT DESCRIPTION
AND LOCAL SHARE IDENTIFICATION.
Attached is Resolution No. 99-54, which lists the project as our Number 1
priority. This resolution was passed by unanimous consent by the Kenai City
Council on September 15,. 1999. The City of Kenai's Administration and City
Council are 100% behind this project.
Sincerely,
Keith Kornelis
Public Works Director
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Enclosures
cc: Richard A. Ross, City Manager
Mayor Williams and Council Members
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FORM B
Project Description and Local Share Identification
Please provide the following information for each of your FY 2001 Municipal
Capital Matching Grant Project. All questions on the 3 pages of Form B must be
answered or the application will be returned.
,
GRANTEE NAME:
City of Kenai
.
PROJECT TITLE:
Street Improvement Program
,
PRIORITY NUMBER:
,
LOCAL SHARE - (Identify and explain the sources of the local share - if cash,
where the funds come from, funding from non-state sources, in-kind contributions, etc.
Administrative charges are not allowable as match.)
cash
in-kind labor
equipment usage
'land
other
Cash for the local share will come from the City of Kenai's
General Fund Balance.
FORM B
Page 2
5. PROJECT DESCRIPTION'
a) What is the purpose of the project?
The purpose of this project is tO improve the transportation
routes within the City and to extend the life of existing
improvements.
b) What has been accomplished to date?
FY99 & FY00 Capital Project Matching Grants will be combined
with this year's requested funds for the City'of Kenai's
"Street Improvement Program."
c) How will this grant be used - What exactly will 'be accomplished at
completion of this grant? (After reading this description, DO^ should know what
activities will need to take place, in what order, 'and have a strong sense that the
grant recipient knows the project and will be able to accomplish the tasks
necessary for successful completion. Use additional pages if necessary).
The City Administration, City Council, and City Planning &
Zoning Commission will analyze the City's existing transpor-
tation routes and the condition of each street and parking
lot including its amenities. These amenities may-include
street and parking lot paving, storm drainage, utility work,
curbs and gutters, sidewalks, street lighting, etc. We will
pay special attention to small, isolated, unpaved streets
and areas where the local residents are interested in parti-
cipating in local improvement districts. This grant will be
used to pay engineering consultants and/or construction
contractors to improve the City's parking and transportation
routes.
FORM B
Page 3
d) If other funds are needed to complete the project, list the sources of
other funding and tell whether each source is confirmed and awarded or in an
application review process. Also tell what the total project cost is anticipated to
be.
The City may supplement this project with existing City
fund balances and local improvement district funds from
benefited residences. Projects will be selected to meet
the funds available and the use of additive alternates
will be used in bidding to help meet the budget.
e) What are the estimated start and finish dates of the project?
Assuming receipt of funds in the spring of 2000, the
City estimates starting in the summer of 2000 and
completing in 2002.
KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION
KENAI COMMUNITY LIBRARY ACTMTY ROOM
SEPTEMBER 7, 1999 ~ 7:30 P.M.
AGENDA
ITEM 1:
CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL
ITEM 2:
AGENDA APPROVAL
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES- August 3, 1999
ITEM 4:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 5:
REPORTS
ITEM 6:
Director
Friends of the Library
OLD BUSINESS
ITEM 7:
NEW BUSINESS
a,
Discussion- New Library Programs
Discussion- Proposed Congressional Bill
ITEM 8'
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS/OUESTIONS
ITEM 9'
INFORMATION
Kenai City Council Action Agendas of August 4 and 18, 1999.
ITEM 10:
ADJOURNMENT'
KENAI LIBRARY COMMISSION
KENAI COMMI~ITY LIBRARY ACTMTY ROOM
SEPTEMBER 7, 1999 ~ 7:30 P.M.
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL
Chairman Peters called the meeting to order at approximately 7'35 p.m.
called as follows'
The roll was
Members Present:
Brenckle, Brown, Heus, Rodes, Forbes and Peters
Members Absent:
O'Reilly
Others Present'
Student Representative Haring, Councilwoman Swarner
(arrived at 7:45 p.m,), City Clerk Freas, Emily DeForest and
Ethel Clausen
ITEM 2'
AGENDA. APPROVAL
Commissioner Forbes suggested a discussion regarding the Library's student survey be
added at Old Business.
MOTION:
Commissioner Brown MOVED to approve the agenda with the addition and
Commissioner Heus SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES- August 3, 1999
MOTION:
Commissioner Heus MOVED for approval of the minutes and Commissioner Brown
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 4:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD- None.
ITEM 5: REPORTS
LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1999
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5-a. Director
Director Jankowska reported the following information:
· She would be downloading an upgrade for the router over the Intemet in
the morning to make the router Y2K compatible.
· The Dynix catalog would be upgraded on September 27. The catalog
would still be text based, but it would be the most recent version. She has not received
the documentation as yet, but the catalog will be much better than what is currently
available.
· After January, she will be considering a change to a graphics interface
and get a Windows MT server. She noted, she wanted to wait until after the new year
to get used to the catalog upgrade before starting with a new interface, as well as to
insure the program is working and compliant.
· Wiring for additional Intemet connections was placed in the Library. The
new jacks were located in different areas of the Conference Room for use by the
genealogy classes as well as others.
· Two computers were received from other city departments (who
upgraded). One of the computers replaced a public Intemet-use computer and the
other was placed in a study room for public word processing use, etc.
· A decision had not yet been made in regard to placing a filter on the
planned children's computer. Jankowska noted, the Library has one computer not
connected to the Intemet. If a computer is identified for children's use and connected
to the Intemet, she wanted it to be a new computer because of the capacity for
graphics programs which children need.
Forbes asked if there are websites available for children that are not hooked up to the
rest of the Intemet. Jankowska answered no, however there was a way to configure a
computer to access only children's webpages, but the cost is prohibitive. She noted, it
could be done with a proxy server which would filter everything coming in or going out
of the Library. It could either stop certain programs or allow only certain programs. It
would also require a separate piece of hardware and would be difficult to administer.
Jankowska noted the Library currently had four discs available for young children's
use, i.e. math and word games, etc. She explained, there would be more variety of
programs and for different age groups if the Intemet is used. It would be possible to
have a selection of CD Roms available at the library which are mounted on demand,
but this method would be time-consuming and frustrating with limited staff and
resources.
Friends of the Library
Heus reported no meeting was held since the last Commission meeting. She added,
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SEPTEMBER 7, 1999
PAGE 3
she didn't think the annual raffle would take place this year since no special meeting
had been called to discuss it. She reminded the Commission of the "Meet the
Librarian" reception to be held on September 16 from 4-7'00 p.m. at the Library.
ITEM 6:
OLD BUSINESS
Student Representative Haring was asked if she was still planning to conduct a survey
of Library services with the students at the high school. Hating stated yes and offered
to include the students at the middle school as well. She requested a copy of the
survey mailed to residents of Kenai in order to adjust it to be more student oriented.
Commissioner Forbes stated she had the survey on he.r computer and she would work
with Haring in preparing the survey. A draft survey for the students will be presented
to the Commission at their October meeting.
Suggested questions to be included on the survey were' What would make the library
more attractive? Do you feel your academic needs are met by the library? What library
services do you use? (Offer a list of services to be checked.)
Jankowska noted she would prefer the dial-in number not be included in the
information for the students as she was concerned there were no parameters.
ITEM 7:
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion- New Library Programs
Jankowska reported the following programs were being planned for the coming year'
Roxanne Clingrnan will offer beginner and advanced genealogy classes.
The classes will be during a five-week period.
During September's Banned Books Week a drawing will be held for a T-
shirt, along with a display of reproducible crossword puzzles, drawings,
etc.
Alaska Noteworthy Publishing House's 40~h anniversary will be celebrated
on October 9 with birthday cake, bookmarks, balloons and book bags.
There will also be some reading and a display will be available.
In March, the Library will celebrate Dr. Suess' birthday.
The Mystery Lovers' Program will meet. once a week for five weeks. The
program will include mystery solving games, etc. The participants will be
able to win Prizes and enjoy a sleep-over at the end of the program.
The summer reading program is being planned with a "pirates" theme.
They want to offer pins, book bags, books, etc. for prizes. Money will
need to be raised for this program.
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SEPTEMBER 7, 1999
PAGE 4
The Youth Writers' Conference is planned again for this year since last
year's program was so successful. The program helps children to write,
putting their ideas together and learning what the mechanics of book
production includes. They will also consider having the participants
produce a book to see how much it costs to make a book and to impart
respect for books. Money will need to be raised for this program for travel
and presentation fees, etc.
Turn-Off-TV-Week will be celebrated in April. The program includes six
nights of family activities (cooking, drawing cartoons, making hats,
monster night, games, etc.).
Family reading night is being considered. This program would be held
once a month and leaning toward teaching parents to read to their
children.
Because the Library is running out of bookmarks, a bookmark designing
contest is being planned where the children will design the bookmarks, a
display will be available and some of them will be printed with library
hours, etc. included on the bookmarks. They hoped to have one of the
local art teachers help with the program.
Discussion- Proposed Congressional Bill
Jankowska distributed copies of the proposed congressional bill regarding filtering
software for Intemet use. Copies of Anchorage Daily News articles on the placement of
filters on Anchorage municipal computers were also distributed. She noted this
filtering of municipal computers was being challenged in court.
A general discussion took place where Jankowska reported the Senate passed a bill to
mandate all schools and libraries receiving federal funding to have filtering software
installed on their computers which are accessible to children. Jankowska continued,
she wanted to wait to see if the bill passes in the House. She noted, some of the
language is very vague, i.e. the definition of ~accessible to children." (She said she
would not want to install filters on computers to be used by adults, however children
could still walk to an adult-use computer.) Jankowska stated technology is available
where a filter could be installed and be turned on and off using a password.
Jankowska explained there are three areas where filters can be installed: on stand-
alone PC's where each would have a filtering program installed; a proxy server could be
used through which computer traffic would be filtered (the computer can be configured
to either go directly to the Intemet or go through a proxy server); or using Intemet
providers where use of the Intemet is stopped (this way would give the least cOntrol).
Jankowska stated, all the filters have a list of site addresses where they stop, but
because of the amount of sites created a day, it is almost impossible to keep the list up
to date. The filters also search for words, but with that it may stop access to a site that
should not be secured. She noted, if the bill is passed, the Library would have to
LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1999
PAGE 5
install the filters. At that point she will await direction from the State Library.
Jankowska added, opinions include it is a parental responsibility to watch what sites
their children are accessing and the f~tering will obstruct freedom of information and
freedom of expression. She noted, there will be many lawsuits until the matter is
' resolved.
Heus asked if the bill passes, would it be retroactive for funds already received through
grants. Jankowska answered, she believed it would apply only to the year in which the
funding is received (from the point the bill is passed and made effective). Rodes
suggested letters to the congressional delegation from private individuals could be
written.
Jankowska was asked if the Library had a current Intemet use policy. She answered
yes, a person under age 18 needs to come with a parent to use the Intemet and a sign
is posted by the computers stating the use of the Intemet is a parental responsibility.
A way to block adult computers from children's computers would be to have them in
separate areas or study rooms, which could be possible with an addition to the Library.
ITEM 8:
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS/QUESTIONS
Councilwoman Swarner- Reported she was elected Vice Mayor by the council
and reminded the commissioners of the October 5, 1999 election. She noted she was
running for re-election.
Brown- Reminded all of the "Meet the Librarian" reception to be held on
September 16 from 4-7:00 p.m.
Heus - Reported she would not be attending the October Commission meeting.
Rodes - Stated her concern about the filters and would be writing letters to the
congressional delegation.
Forbes- No comments.
Brenckle - Stated it could help to know the council candidates' opinions in
regard to a Library addition. Swarner explained the candidates would be on a Friday
KSRM radio program at 1:00 p.m. and audience questions can be asked during the
program. Also, the candidates will be before the Chamber at their Wednesday,
September 29 luncheon and questions can also be asked from the audience. People
can also contact Jim Helm at KSRM and offer questions for him to consider asking.
Hating- Reported she was happy to be back in Kenai and was anxious to begin
work on the student library survey.
LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1999
PAGE 6
Peters -
two elections.
Reminded the Commission of the importance to vote in the upcoming
ITEM 9:
INFO~TION
ao
Kenai City Council Action Agendas of August 4 and 18, 1999.
ITEM 10'
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Commissioner Brown MOVED for adjournment and Commissioner Heus SECONDED
the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
'The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:35 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by'
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
LIBRARY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1999
PAGE 7
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First Time Check
Phone Renewals
Renewals
CHECKOUTS
MONTHLY MANAGE~ REPORT
Monthly Management Report
BRANCH - - Kenai Community Library-
01 AUG 1999
**Overview**
01 AUG
1999
01 JUL % Change 01 AUG
1999 1998
7926
324
122
8372
8285 -4.3%
515 -37.1%
150 -18.7%
8359
1042
271
% Change
-5.2%
-68.9%
-55.0%
Regular Checkins
Late ' Checkins
Checkout Session
Reminder Notices
Patrons Register
7057
641
6300 12.0% 6908 2.2%
858 -25.3% 1282 -50.0%
7698' 7158 7.5% 8190 -6.0%
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156 -10.5%
3238
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MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT
Monthly Management Report
BRANCH - - -Kenai Community Library -
01 AUG 1999
**Item Types**Use Counts
BIG BOOK
CDROM
COMPUTER FILE
INTERNET COMPU
NEW BOOK
RENTAL CASSETT
01 AUG 01 JUL % Change 01 AUG
1999 1999 1998
816 876 -6.8%
236 157 50.3%
19 19 0.0%
BOOK
BOOK BAGS WITH
AUDIO CASSETTE
CAMERA
CURRENT PERIOD
ALASKA DOCUMEN
EQUIPMENT
FILM STRIPS
GAMES
GENEALOGY
INTERLIBRARY L
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JUVENILE KIT
JIGSAW PUZZLES
KIT
MI CRO FI LM/FI CH
MACHINE READAB
5016 5606 -10.5%
29 29 0.0%
189 199 -5.0%
70 48 45.8%
3 5 -40.0%
7 11 -36.4%
6 2 200.0%
3 5 -40.0%
1 100.0%
9 1 800.0%
10 4 150.0%
4 2 100.0%
933
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5O
227
132
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4
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-19.6%
-42.0%
-16.7%
-47.0%
-66.7%
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DATA LOAD PROB
1 2 -50.0%
596 685 -i3.0%
5 3 66.7%
368 446 -17.5%
984 843 16.7%
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7301 7898 -7.6% 8722 -16.3%
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MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT
Monthly Management Report
BRANCH - - Kenai Community Library-
01 AUG 1999
**Item Statistical Classes**Use Counts
NON-FICTION (A
BIOGRAPHY
BIG BOOK
AUDIO CASSETTE
CAMERAS
PERIODICALS
DOCUMENTS
EASY FICTION
01 AUG 01 JUL % Change
1999 1999
1549 1597 -3.0%
16 10 60.0%
144 129 11.6%
70 51 37.3%
3 5 -40.0%
1337 1541 -13.2%
01 AUG
1998
2042
12
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1494
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-24.1%
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-12.2%
-45.7%
-66.7%
-10.5%
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VERTICAL FILE
DATA LOAD PROB
3 6 -50.0%
36 40 -10.0%
1736 1838 -5.5%
24 18 33.3%
816 876 -6.8%
57 77 -26.0%
483 698 -30.8%
260 232 12.1%
132 182 -27.5%
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01 AUG 01 JUL % Change
1999 1999
1 100.0%
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13 21 -38.1%
9 24 -62.5%
44 55 -20.0%
3 3 0.0%
11 13 -15.4%
5 27 -81.5%
2 3 -33.3%
13 19 -31.6%
4 3 33.3%
12 6 100.0%
01 AUG
1998
% Change
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133 -39.1%
20 -35.0%
13 -30.8%
80 -45.0%
14 -78.6%
16 -31.3%
24 -79.2%
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4 -100.0%
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Monthly Management Report
BRANCH - - Kenai Community Library-
01 AUG 1999
**Patron Statistical Classes**Use Counts
COOPER LANDING
NINILCHIK
ADULT ( 19- 64 )
ANCHOR POINT R
BUSINESS
CLAM GULCH RES
CHILD (--TO 8
HOMER RES IDENT
INTER-LIBRARY
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KASILOF RESIDE
NIKISKI RESIDE
TEMPORARY OR N
OFF THE PENINS
ORGANIZATION
SOLDOTNA RES ID
SEWARD
SENIOR CITIZEN
STERLING
KENAI COLLEGE
WILDWOOD CORRE
YOUNG ADULT (1
01 AUG 01 JUL % Change
1999 1999
7 1 600.0 %
17 5 240.0%
5971 6183 -3.4%
10 12 -16.7%
50 100.0%
33 76 -56.6%
940 1059 -11.2%
24 53 -54.7%
23 28 -17.9%
664 878 -24.4%
4419 4410 0.2%
372 359 3.6%
1759 1860 -5.4%
237 421 -43.7%
65 163 -60.1%
12 100.0%
857 1028 -16.6%
156 107 45.8%
240 213 12.7%
15 10 50.0%
418 440 -5.0%
01 AUG
1998
2
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6
35
1127
2
29
814
5191
379
2078
370
86
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1056
127
166
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100.0%
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-13.8%
66.7%
100.0%
-5.7%
-16.6%
1100.0%
-20.7%
-18.4%
-14.9%
-1.8%
-15.4%
-35.9%
-24.4%
-33.3%
-18.8%
22.8%
44.6%
87.5%
-4.8%
ILL
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R
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Totals
MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT
Monthly Management Repor~
BRANCH - - Kenai Community Library-
01 AUG 1999
**Patron Types**Use Counts
01 AUG 01 JUL % Change 01 AUG
1999 1999 1998
INTER-LIBRARY
NON-RESIDENT
ORGANI ZATI ON
RESIDENT
RES IDENT RENEW
STAFF ·
VOLUNTEER
35 38 -7.9% 32
193 368 -47.6% 285
63 100.0% 18
1052 1146 -8.2% 1262
7007 7352 -4.7% 7944
5 27 -81.5% 74
17 19 -10.5% 57
8372 895~ -6.5% 9672
Change
9.4%
-32.3%
250.0%
-16.6%
-11.8%
-93.2%
-70.2%
-13.4%
MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT
Monthly Management Report
BRANCH - - Kenai Community Library-
01 AUG 1999
**Patron Types**New Adds
01 AUG. 01 JUL % Change 01 AUG
1999 1999 1998
ILL
NR
ORG
R
RR
S
V
INTER-LIBRARY
NON-RESIDENT
ORGANIZATION
RESIDENT
RESIDENT RENEW
STAFF
VOLUNTEER
10 36 -72.2%
103 105 -1.9%
11 15 -26.7%
Totals
124 156 -20.5%
1
30
129
35
195
Change
-100.0% -66.7%
-20.2%
-68.6%
-36.4%
KENAI PARKS/h RECREATION COMMISSION
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 2, 1999
CHAIRMAN RICHARD HULTBERG
ITEM 1'
cALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL
ITEM 2'
AGENDA APPROVAL
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES- August 5, 1999
ITEM 4:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 5-
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion- Parks Bud§et
ITEM 5'
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion- Multi-Purpose Facility Rental, Fee Schedule and
General Rules. '
ITEM 7:
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
ao
Kenai Municipal Cemetery
Winter Basketball Leagues
ITEM 8:
OUESTIONS/h COMMENTS
ITEM 9:
CORRESPONDENCE
ITEM 10:
PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 11'
INFORMATION
Council Action Agendas of August 4 and 18, 1999.
Beautification Committee Minutes of August 10, 1999.
ITEM 12' ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF KENAI
PARKS & REC~TION COMI~ISSION
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 2, 1999
7:00 P.M.
CHAIRMAN RICHARD HULTBERG, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1:
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chairman Richard Hultberg called the meeting to order at 7'10 p.m.
taken as follows:
Roll was
Members Present: Richard Hultberg, Ronald Yamamoto, Tim Wisniewski,
Matthew Peters, Kelly Gifford (arrived at 7: 10)
Members Absent: Dale Sandahl, Jack Castimore
Others Present:
Parks and Recreation Director Bob Frates, Councilwoman
Linda Swarner, Contract Secretary Barb Roper
ITEM 2:
AGENDA APPROVAL
Frates requested that Chuck Smalley be added to the Agenda under Item 4,
Persons Scheduled To Be Heard.
The Agenda was approved with the addition.
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- August 5, 1999
The minutes of August 5, 1999 were approved as written.
ITEM 4:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
a. Chuck Smalley -- On behalf of the Kenai Elks Lodge, Chuck
Smalley presented Bob Frates with a check to be used to purchase equipment
and support Parks and Recreation activities. (Photos were taken.) Smalley
reported the program started two years ago where the Kenai Elks would co-
sponsor activities with the Parks and Recreation Department. Those activities
included assisting with the purchase of various equipment and providing
chaperones for dances and other activities.
Frates thanked Smalley and the Kenai Elks for their generous donation and for
the volunteers. He noted, the support had helped to make the various
programs a success. Frates continued, a lot of positive feedback was received
from parents and others in the community.
Frates reported the first donation was used to purchase a jungle maze, which
the children really enjoy. Last year, the donated funds helped in the purchase
of the hoop scan. Frates indicated this year's donation may go toward the
purchase of a foosball table.
Smalley made it clear the funds donated came from the Elks Social Community
Welfare Committee of which he was member. He explained, this group honors
citizenship and scholarship programs and not the athletic programs, which are
done by another divisiOn of the Elks Lodge.
Kelly Gifford arrived at 7:10 p.m.
Hultberg asked when Parks and Recreation had dances for the kids. Frates
answered, dances are held once a month on a Friday night from 7:00 p.m. to
10:00 p.m. Frates continued, chaperones are always needed. Hultberg
suggested the Parks and Recreation Commissioners consider volunteering.
It was noted the schools may not be sponsoring many dances this year, so
Parks and Recreation may consider doing more.
ITEM 5'
OLD BUSINESS
a. Parks Budget
Frates noted, as stated at the last meeting, Parks and Recreation will follow the
same budget procedure rather than approach City Council for a lump sum
amount for special projects.
ITEM 6:
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion- Multi-Purpose Facility Rental, Fee Schedule and
General Rules.
Nate Kiel, representing the LLC Group, stated he was in attendance to discuss
the facility rental and fee schedule agreement. A draft agreement was included
in the meeting packet. He explained, the LLC and the City need to come to an
agreement with regard to protocol and how the facility will be rented out for ice
and other non-ice months. Kiel stated the sooner an agreement could be made,
the sooner the group could get information out to different user groups in terms
of contracts for ice.
Frates stated there was some sense of urgency to get a fee schedule in place as
it was anticipated ice would be available by the end of November. Ample time
was required to get the fee information out to the various user groups. Kiel
noted the Zamboni would arrive sometime between November 15 and 30.
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
September 2, 1999
Page 2
Discussion took place on soliciting reformation from various user groups and
Frates stated he would not be comfortable in developing a hypothetical schedule
because he didn't know the demand, the users, etc. Frates continued, the
starting point should be contact with users to get their feedback. Kiel reported
that various groups were asking about rates, times available, etc., however, the
fee should be set.
Ice Rental Fee: Kiel stated the LLC Group did some research on what other
facilities were charging for ice and proposed an hourly rate of $65.00 for the
facility. Hultberg asked if the $60.00 per hour rate worked for the Nikiski
Recreational Facility. Kiel indicated that Nikiski would probably go to $65.00
as well, but pointed out Nikiski didn't have to generate a certain amount of
money to pay a debt. Overall, however, Nikiski was happy with' the revenue"
they generate but Kiel wasn't sure how many hours per week they sell. He
added, the LLC was hoping to sell about 40 to 50 hours per week. Kiel added
the hourly rate of $65.00 could probably be more but the LLC wanted to get
people in the facility. Once the rink was totally complete with plexi-§lass, etc.,
and the users were in place, then consideration could be given to increasing the
rates. Kiel noted he anticipated the group could generate $40,000 to $50,000
the first season.
Hultberg polled the Commissioners to get their feeling on the $65.00 per hour
rate. Gifford thought the rate was fine. Peters asked if 8:00 a.m. would be the
earliest the rink would be open. Kiel stated the schedule included in the packet
was a hypothetical schedule based on feedback received from different user
groups and what the LLC knows from being in the business. Wisniewski agreed
with the rate. Yamamoto asked if $65.00 would be enough to cover the debt.
Kiel replied, he wasn't sure but the LLC felt strongly there would be more
demand from both Soldoma and Kenai teams who would be looking to get two-
for-the-price-of-one rates. Kiel noted the rate could be reevaluated next year.
Discussion took place on rates at various facilities and it was noted the Central
Peninsula Sports Center (CPSC) receives $40.00 per hour for outside ice and
$130 per hour for covered ice and the Nikiski Recreation Facility receives
$60.00 per hour for their ice. Frates asked if consideration was given to prime
time versus non-prime time rates. Kiel stated this was discussed and it was
discovered that most finks in Alaska are just charging one fee. The LLC's
feeling was to stick with the idea this should be a facility that everyone can use
and in order to accomplish that, there should initially be a uniform and
equitable fee. Kiel reiterated the fee could be reevaluated next year.
Swarner asked if Council would have to approve the fee as a formality. Frates
thought that Parks and Rec and the LLC would jointly establish a fee and if
there's a difference, then it would go to arbitration. Kiel stated he understood
the LLC and Administration would handle the issue. Swamer noted, When the
golf course raised their fee, Council approved the increase as a formality and
thought it should also be done in this case.
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
September 2, 1999
Page 3
Wisniewski asked if the high school would be eliminating the other sheet of ice.
Kiel replied, it would not happen if he could prevent it.
Kiel stated the Nikiski High School donated rink boards for the facility and
those would be picked up on September 11, 1999. Kiel thought the Nikiski rink
would become a skateboard park.
Kiel stated in addition to the rate, consideration needed to be given to protocol;
how the ice will be let out, etc.
MOTION:
Wisniewski MOVED to recommend that administration approve the $65.00 per
hour rate for ice at the multi-purpose facility. Peters SECONDED the motion.
VOTE:
Sandhahl Absent ' Yamamoto Yes
Gifford Yes Castimore Absent
Wisniewski Yes Peters Yes
Hultberg Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Peters asked if there was any discussion as to sponsors on the rink boards.
Kiel answered, there had been, but at this time the priority was to get the rates
and protocol set.
Summer Rental: Kiel explained, the LLC suggested the summer rental rate for
the facility be $250.00 per day or $175.00 per day. Kiel stated that Karen
Kester {from Nikiski) recommended the group consider non-profit, business,
hourly, half-day and full-day rates. A lengthy discussion took place and it was
noted the rate system needed to remain as simplistic as possible without the
necessity of trying to determine eligibility, profit versus non-profit, etc.
Consideration should also be given to lowering the rate. Kiel indicated the LLC
did not do a lot of research regarding summer rates as all the attention was .
focused on the ice time.
Kiel was asked to do more research with regard to user groups and various
rates and present it at the next meeting. Frates requested a summer rate be
established by the next meeting so he can present both the summer and ice
rates to Council at the same time.
Hours of Operation: Frates stated he thought definite hours needed to be
established. It was noted the Recreation Center hours were 6:00 a.m. to 10:00
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p.m. Kiel stated, since the ice resurfacing was going to be contracted out, it
would be necessary for Parks and Recreation to communicate with the
contractor regarding leftover ice, etc.
A lengthy discussion took place on hours for the new facility. Frates thought
the morning hours would be prime time for various user groups during the
weekdays and weekends.. Kiel stated the morning hours during the week would
not be prime time because school starts so early. Kiel thought the prime time
for ice during the week would be after school until 10:00 p.m. and weekends
should remain busy, especially with the maintained ice.
Discussion took place on open skate. Kiel stated open skate was very popular
but not in the early morning hours. Kiel indicated they wanted as much open
skate as possible when it was going to be on the City's tab. Kiel continued,
their position had changed because they just couldn't give away the ice but they
would plan on at least an hour or an hour-and-a-half of open skate daily.
Yamamoto pointed out the open skate during non-prime hours would be good
because the home schoolers would use the facility.
It was noted established hours needed to be set as there could be liability
issues to consider. It was also noted that most finks close at 10:00 p.m.
unless arrangements are made for special events.
It was decided Parks and Recreation and the LLC would get together to
establish the hours of operation and would bring it back to the Commission at
the next meeting for finalization.
Fee Collection: Frates stated discussion took place with the LLC regarding fee
collection. He noted, this discussion included credit cards, billing, etc. Frates
reported the Recreation Center was not geared to accept credit cards and he
wasn't sure that was a direction they would want to go. Frates continued,
whatever system is agreed upon, it needed to be .kept simple based on the
feedback he was getting. Frates thought the old adage, "pay before you play,"
should be used. This would eliminate Administration from chasing down the
users that don't pay. It was noted there would .not be a fee collection set up at
the Multi-Purpose Facility. Payments would be made at the Recreation Center.
Kiel stated, at the LLC's last meeting, the topic of nonpayment was discussed
and the group wasn't as concerend with that as they were with making the ice
available to the users who want to rent it. Discussion took place on the method
of payment from some potential users and it was noted the school district
would more than likely pay with a purchase order as they only have $100.00 in
petty cash at each school.
Kiel thought a contract system where the user would be billed should be used.
Frates thought the purchase order system may work but those users who call
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at the last minute should be handled at the discretion of the Parks and
Recreation Director. Frates continued, if a user calls a day or so in advance,
they should be required to pay in advance.
Swarner asked if the LLC could bill the users. Swarner also asked, in light of
the financial problems of some groups, how long would the LLC be willing to let
someone use the facility without paying. Kiel replied, the LLC suggested some
type of policy be developed so that if a user is 30 days past due, they lose their
contract.
Swarner stated another issue to consider was if the City becomes responsible
for bilhng, the City may charge the LLC an administration fee. Kiel stated the
signed lease agreement stated the City would be responsible for collecting the
fees and to schedule the ice. Kiel continued, the key here was to agree how
that billing and collection process would be handled. Frates reiterated the
paper trail could be eliminated and time saved if the users pay up front. Kiel
felt that approaching the block user groups would be more beneficial and easier
to handle.
Discussion took place on refunds. Frates stated that if someone took a block of
ice and then decided they couldn't use it, they should not be reimbursed. It
was noted a provision needed to be included in the policy that the LLC or the
City was not responsible for poor weather, etc. Kiel pointed out that other
outdoor rinks reported very few days where a user couldn't use the ice because
of weather. It was noted the Zamboni would be stored at the facility.
Advertising: Discussion took place on advertising and Kiel stated the LLC had
plans to advertise on the Zamboni and to get major sponsors. Other plans for
advertising include concessions, rink boards, scoreboards, etc.
Miscellaneous comments- Frates pointed out that eventually the facility
would be faced with conflicts with regard to ice time. Kiel suggested that a
survey be sent out to the various user groups and when there responses are
received, a basic plan could be developed on how to deal with such conflicts.
Frates and Kiel will meet to discuss protocol and will have a report for the
Commission at the next meeting.
ITEM 7:
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Kenai Municipal Cemetery
Frates reported the turnaround in the cemetery was eliminated and the area
seeded. Frates added, there was enough room left in the cemetery for parking
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four vehicles. The change was made as some graves could have been damaged
during winter snow removal. The entrance into the cemetery will also be
marked for the maintenance crews.
bo
Winter Basketball Leagues
Frates reported a tentative start date of September 8, 1999 was set for the
basketball leagues. Frates stated consideration was being given to splitting a
league into A and B right at the beginning to eliminate any lopsided games. He
noted, a split would tend to make the games more competitive. The records
from last year would be used to determine the teams. Hultberg suggested that
consideration be given to developing senior basketball leagues.
c. Recreation Center Maintenance
Frates reported the gym floor and racquetball court were being refinished.
These areas would be closed for a few days.
de
Kenai Coastal Trail/Bluff Stabilization Project
Frates indicated that Keith Komelis would attend the next meeting to give an
update on the status of the Kenai Coastal Trail/Bluff Stabilization Project.
Frates indicated he would get more information on the Unity Trail for the next
meeting.
e. Summer Crews
Frates reported the summer crews were dwindling down and only five
employees still working outside.
ITEM 8:
OUESTIONS/h COMMENTS
Commissioner Gifford asked if a sign could be placed on Lawton to indicate
where the trail begins. Frates thought that was a good idea and would look into
it. Swarner suggested that a State sign be considered and suggested the trail
head could be noted under the golf course sign.
Student Representative Peters reported there was a large dip in the entrance
to the Scout Park and a large pool of water was collecting. Frates stated he
would check into it.
Commissioner Wisniewski asked if there was any progress on the Bernie Huss
Trail. Frates replied, not at this time because the crews were working in
Municipal Park. He added, the crews were burning instead of hauling out the
trees which was working very well.
Frates noted that vandalism was down this summer.
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Councilwoman Swarner invited the Parks and Recreation Commission to the
Beautification Committee meetin§ on September 14, 19~ at 6'15 p.m. The
meetin§ would be held at Leif Hansen Park and refreshments are to be served.
Swarner said if anyone was interested, they could brin§ flowers to trade.
ITEM 9:
CORRESPONDENCE- None
ITEM 10:
PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE
HEARD- None
ITEM 11:
INFORMATION
Council Action Agenda of August 4 and 18, 1999
Beautification Committee Minutes of August 10, 1999.
ITEM 12:
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting Adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Barbara L. Roper, Contract Secretary
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CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
September 8, 1999 - 7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER:
a. Roll Call
b. Agenda Approval
c. Approval of Minutes- August 25, 1999
d. Consent Agenda
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-
controversial by the Commission and will be approved by one motion. There will be
no separate discussion of these items unless a Commission Member so requests, in
which case the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in'
its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT:
3. CONSIDERATION OF PLATS:
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. PZ99-32--Variance Permit (Rear Yard Setbacks) for the property described as
Lot 28, Block 2, Bush Lanes Subdivision (1223 Lilac Lane), Kenai, Alaska.
Application submitted by Anthony Stalnaker, 1223 Lilac Lane, Kenai, Alaska.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
a. *PZ99-33--Home Occupation Permit (Daycare) for the property described as Lot
8, Block J, Woodland Subdivision (612 Laurel Drive), Kenai, Alaska.
Application submitted by Janet Stiers, P.O. Box 1435, Kenai, Alaska.
6. OLD BUSINESS:
7. CODE ERFORCEMENT:
8. REPORTS:
a. C. ity Council
b. Borough Planning
c. Administration
9. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED:
10.
INFORMATION ITEMS:
Kenai City Hall Telephone Extension List
"Zoning Bulletin"- August 10 & 25, 1999
KPB Administrative Approval- Baron Park S/D Doyle Addition
11.
COMMISSION COMMENTS/h QUESTIONS:
12. ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF KENAI
PLANNING/h ZONING COMMISSION
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 8, 1999 - 7:00 P.M.
CHAIRMAN CARL GLICK, PRF~IDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER
1-a. Roll Call
Chairm~ Glick called the meeting to order at 7'00 p.m.
Members Present:
Carl Glick, Ron Goecke, Phil Bryson, Barb Nord,
Donald Erwin
Members Absent:
Robert Newbry
Others Present-
Councilman Duane Bannock, Administrative
Assistant Marflyn Kebschull, Contract Secretary
Barb Roper
1-b. AEenda Approval
MOTION:
Goecke MOVED to approve the agenda and asked for UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Motion SECONDED by Bryson.
Agenda was approved as presented.
1-c. Approval of Minutes- August 25, 1999
MOTION:
Bryson MOVED to approve the Minutes of August 25, 1999 and asked that the
first sentence in Item 1-c be changed to read "Nord MOVED to approve the
Minutes..." rather than "Nord MOVED to approve the agenda. Bryson asked for
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Erwin SECONDED the motion.
The Minutes of August 25, 1999 were approved as corrected.
1-d. Consent Agenda
MOTION:
Bryson MOVED to approve Consent Agenda Item PZ99-33, Home Occupation
Permit {Daycare) for the property described as Lot 8, Block J, Woodland
Subdivision {612 Laurel Drive), Kenai, Alaska. Application submitted by Janet
Stiers, P.O. Box 1435, Kenai, Alaska. Motion SECONDED by Nord.
Goecke asked if a letter of complaint was received to prompt the City to notify
Stiers that a permit was required. Kebschull replied the contact was more of an
inquiry than it was a complaint.
Chairman Glick asked Goecke if he would like to move the item from the
Consent Agenda for the purpose of discussion. Goecke declined.
VOTE:
There were no objections to the approval of PZ99-33. SO ORDERED.
ITEM 2:
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT - None
ITEM 3:
CONSIDERATION OF PLATS - None
ITEM 4:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PZ99-32- Variance Permit {Rear Yard Setbacks} for the property described
as Lot 28, Block 2, Bush Lanes Subdivision (1223 Lilac Lane}, Kenai,
Alaska. Application submitted by Anthony Stalnaker, 1223 Lilac Lane,
Kenai, Alaska.
MOTION:
Bryson MOVED to approve PZ99-32. Motion SECONDED by Goecke.
When asked if staff had anything additional, Kebschull informed the
Commission the owner was unable to be at the meeting because he had to
work. Kebschull also noted the owner requested a larger setback than may be
required because he didn't want to come back to the Commission for a
variance. Staff, however, did not believe a larger setback would be required.
VOTE:
BRYSON YES ERWIN YES
GOECKE YES NORD YES
NEWBRY ABSENT GLICK YES
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MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
ITEM 5:
NEW BUSINESS
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*PZ99-33 - Home Occupation Permit (Daycare} for the property described
as Lot 8, Block J, Woodland Subdivision (612 Laurel Drive}, Kenai, Alaska.
Application submitted by Janet Stiers, P.O. Box 1435, Kenai, Alaska.
Approved by consent agenda.
ITEM 6:
OLD BUSINGS - None
ITEM 7:
CODE ENFORCEMENT - None
ITEM 8:
REPORTS
8-a. City Council
Councilman Bannock reported the City Council met on September 1, 1999 and
a copy of the agenda was included in the meeting packet. Item C-1 was passed
unanimously and isa pass- through grant. Item C-2 approved $450,000 for
the design and engineering of the new airport facility. $250,000 of this project
was funded by the Legislature. Bannock noted there may be a problem with
storing non-airport equipment in the facility. Items C-3 and C-5 were related as
they dealt with the Jet Fuel Facility and the underground storage tank. Item C-
5 awarded a contract to American Environmental for additional professional
services. The City Council congratulated the Peninsula Offers for placing
second in the Nationals through their Resolution No. 99-53. Item G-1 approved
a $2,000.00 donation to the AML Conference. The City will host a reception for
the conference.
8-b. Borough Planning
Bryson reported no Borough Planning meeting was held since his last report.
8-c. Administration
Kebschull stated she wanted to provide a demonstration on the new Geographic
Information System (GIS) program at the end of the regular meeting.
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Kebschull reported approximately 60 letters were sent out to individuals within
the Kenai City limits for address corrections. She noted, there seemed to be no
problems with the changes as only three phone calls were received. Kebschull
added, five street names had to be changed and the Commission could expect
to see resolutions in the near future.
ITEM 9:
PERSONS PRE~ENT NOT SCHEDULED - None
ITEM 10:
IITFO~TION ITEMS
10-a. Kenai City Hall Telephone Extension List
10-b. "Zoning Bulletin" - August 10 ti~ 25, 1999
10-c. KPB Administrative Approval- Baron Park S/D Doyle Addition
ITEM 11:
COMMISSION COMMENTS/h OUESTIONS
Commissioner Goecke apologized for missing the last meeting.
Anchorage.
He was detained in
Kebschull gave a brief demonstration of the GIS program and gave a summary of the
type of reports that will be available through use of the program.
ITEM 12:
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Bryson MOVED to adjourn. There were no objections.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:30 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by:
Barbara L. Roper, Contract Secretary
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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 1, 1999
7:00 P.M.
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ITEM A:
,
2.
3.
4.
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'
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes)
ITEM C:
o
,
,
,
,
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinance No. 1838-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $26,928 in the General Fund for Pass-Through
Grants.
Ordinance No. 1839-99- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $450,000 for Design and Engineering of the Airport
Maintenance Facility, Airport Fire Station and Warm Storage Facility.
Ordinance No. 1840-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $10,000 in the Jet Fuel Facility Capital Project Fund.
Resolution No. 99-50 - Urging Timely Reauthorization of the Older
Americans Act.
Resolution No. 99-51 - Awarding the Contract to American
Environmental for Additional Professional Services on the Underground
Storage Tank Removal at the Airport jet Fuel Facility Project for the
Amount of $14,301.
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.
,
Resolution No. 99-52 - Setting the Time and Place for a Public Hearing
on the Crow Court Street Improvement Special Assessment District.
Resolution No. 99-53- Congratulating the Peninsula Offers Baseball
Club for Their Successful 1999 Season.
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 August 18, 1999.
ITEM F:
CORRESPONDENCE
ITEM G:
o
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion- AML Conference Donation
ITEM H:
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,
,
NEW BUSINESS
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
*Ordinance No. 1841-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $100,000 in the Forest/Redoubt Water & Sewer
Crossings Capital Project Fund.
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*Ordinance No. 1842-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $6,300 in the General Fund for a Public Library
Assistance Grant.
ITEM I:
ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. Mayor
2. City Manager
3. Attorney
4. City Clerk
5. Finance Director
6. Public Works Managers
7. Airport Manager
ITEM J'
DISCUSSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION- Evaluations of City Manager, City. Attorney and City Clerk (if
time allows).
ITEM K:
ADJOURNMENT
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KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 1, 1999
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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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
Ma,vor Williams led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
A-2. ROLL CALL
Roll was taken by the. City Clerk.
Bookey and Swarner.
Present were'
Moore, Bannock, Frazer, Williams,
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AGENDA APPROVAL
Mayor Williams requested the following changes to the agenda:
ADD TO:
1-4, October 5, 1999 City Election- Election Judge List.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the agenda w/th the addition of the
election judge list. Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no
objections. SO ORDERED.
A-4o
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Williams noted he had no changes to the consent agenda.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of the consent agenda as presented and
Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO
ORDERED.
ITEM B:
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS- None.
ITEM C' PUBLIC HEARINGS
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C-lo
Ordinance No. 1838-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $26,928 in the General Fund for Pass-Through
Grants.
MOTION:
Councilman Bannock MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1838-99 and
Councilman Frazer SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Councilman Moore asked if any of the funds would
be used for the Kenai Health Center. City Manager Ross explained, they were bed
count-type pass-through grants for the Peninsula Care Center, Women's Resource &
Crisis Center, etc.
VOTE:
Moore' Yes Bannock: Yes
Williams' Yes Yes
Bookey:
FraZer: Yes
Swarner' Yes
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Ordinance No. 1839-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $450,000 for Design and Engineering of the Airport
Maintenance Facility, Airport Fire Station and Warm Storage Facility.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1839-99 and
Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Councilman Bookey asked what the timeline was
expected to be for the project. Ross answered he hoped the final design for the airport
ARFF warm storage facility would be ready for FAA in April as they requested. He
added, administration had every reason to believe FAA would push the project and it
may be a project for next year. He noted, both AIP and FAA discretionary funds would
be used as funding sources for the warm storage project. At first review, the eStimated
cost for both the airport maintenance/fire station and shop building was $6 million,
which could be high.
Ross added, the shop facility project would depend on the city's lobbying capabilities
because there was no funding source for construction of the project at this time. He
noted, the site for the building was also unknown at this time. Without a funding
source and designated site, the shop facility would go only to preliminary design.
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Bookey asked if it was believed an additional $3.5 million would be needed for the
warm storage building. Ross answered, the project was for a combination of two
buildings: warm storage facility and fire station. The preliminary cost estimate
showed the cost could go that high. He added, Public Works Manager La Shot and
Airport Manager Cronkhite met with FAA and the project will be designed to
correspond with What FAA will fund. Ross stated, neither the Airport or General
Funds were in a position to fund the projects. FAA would be funding'93% of the
project.
VOTE:
Moore: Yes Bannock: Yes Frazer: Yes'
Yes Yes Swarner: Yes
Williams'
Bookey:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
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Ordinance No. 1840-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $10,000 in the Jet Fuel Facility Capital Project Fund.
MOTION:
Councilman Bookey MOVED for adoption of Ordinance No. 1840-99 and Councilman
Moore SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Williams noted this project was brought on by the
ADEC and EPA. Bookey stated he had reservations about this project for a long time
(as well as former Councilman Measles). He added, he was concerned that if the
project is started, it would turn into something very extensive. He asked for Ross'
comments.
Ross noted when he was hired as the interim city manager three years prior, this
matter was already being discussed. Ross explained, the tanks needed to be pulled
because of the law and they would have needed to be pulled at some point. He added,
he had attended several meetings with the DEC over the last two years. A proposal is
being compiled that would allow for the following:
1. Hydro-punching to ensure there is no free-floating material. If there is
free-floating material, it will need to be removed to ensure it won't migrate to the
terminal, cause fumes, etc. He added, he didn't think this would be an issue.
2. Determine what is left in the softs. He noted, administration's opinion
was that once that answer is known, a waiver would be requested and debated to
acquire.
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3. Desire to deal with the softs at the shop. He noted, he believed the city
was very close to not having to bum the softs (with several more months of natural
aeration, etc.).
Ross continued, administration's position was the piping would not be removed; the
piping will be abandoned in place when the project is completed; if there are issues
below the tarmac, the city will have an obligation to see what is there. He added,
without free-floating material, the city will resist any clean-up under the tarmac. If
there is free-floating material and depending on the quantity, the city may not have an
option.
Bookey asked what made Ross believe there was no free-floating material. Ross
answered, the type of line it was; the fact that some of the test wells (though not
downstream of the bulk of the plume) didn't show any contamination at the level that
would lead them to believe there was; and it was not a pressured line, except for in
immediate use to fill planes. Ross added, if free-floating material was found, it should
be removed.
Bookey reminded council that was what was suggested with the court house project.
Ross noted, under the current rules, he believed the court house decontamination
efforts would have been considered overkill.
Ross stated, over the years the city has debated with DEC over different matters and
where the city has thought it has been justifiably right, it has said "no." In this case, a
determination of free-floating material has to be made and the hydro-punching
method will be used to make that determination. Other down-gradient wells were
being established to make sure no other material was moving. If there is, the city will
state no-harm, no-foul, because it is under an airport. Also, the final soils testing is
being done in order that a $30,000-$40,000 bum is not needed and maybe a local
remediation might be done through farming dispersal, etc. on city soils.
'Moore asked if there were two different standards and explained, the city just passed a
conditional use permit for a piece of property on Beaver Loop that had equipment with
fuel tanks and oil stored on the property, but the council decided it was not a concern.
However, the council may be putting itself to a higher standard than that of the
general public. Ross answered, he didn't believe the city was to a higher standard
than the general public in the sense that the matter started as a tank removal
program and a tank which had contamination in and around it. He added, it was not
different than a local gas station having to remove their underground tanks. Ross
continued, if the tanks had been removed ten years ago when the rules were different,
the problem wouldn't be before council at this time. Having two 10,000 tanks and
contamination in and around them, whether private or public, would be having the
same concerns at this time.
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VOTE:
Moore: Yes Bannock: Yes Frazer: Yes
Yes Yes Swarner: Yes
Williams'
Bookey:
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
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MOTION:
Resolution No. 99-50 - Urging Timely Reauthorization of the Older
Americans Act.
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for adoption of Resolution No. 99-50 and Councilman
Bookey SECONDED the motion.
MOTION TO AMEND:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to add the word "meeting" after August 26, 1999 in
the fourth whereas and requested UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Moore
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
There were no public or council comments.
VOTE ON MAIN AMENDED MOTION:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
C-5o
Resolution No. 99-51 - Awarding the Contract to American
Environmental for Additional Professional Services on the Underground
Storage Tank Remove at the Airport Jet Fuel Facility Project for the
Amount of $14,301.
MOTION:
Councilman Moore MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 99-51 and Councilman
Frazer SECONDED the motion.
There were no public comments. Bannock asked if there was any work not performed
by Kent & Sullivan and if the contract with Kent & Sullivan had expired. Ross
answered, yes, the contract had expired and the city requested they do some
additional work for the city on a purchase order in their last DEC meetings.
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Moore asked why it was important to the resolution to contain that information with
respect to Pete Campbell's non-association with Kent & Sullivan. He asked if
Campbell was bring work or data with him that would be useful in his additional
services to the city. Ross answered yes. He explained, Kent & Sullivan was
Campbell's former employer and he had worked on the project during the first contract
and would be continuing the same work under his own business in this portion of the
work.
Bookey asked why the city was now switching to American Environmental if Kent &
Sullivan was the company the city first contracted. Bookey asked if the city was
dissatisfied with Kent ga Sullivan. Public Works Manager La Shot answered, it was
because Campbell performed all the work for Kent ga Sullivan and Kent & Sullivan
agreed to transfer their records to Pete Campbell and suggested the city switch the
work to Campbell.
Bookey noted the original ordinance was for $10,000 and the resolution was for
$14,301. Ross explained, there were funds rem'ming in the first project that could be
used toward this portion of the work.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
Resolution No. 99-52 - Setting the Time and Place for a Public Hearing
on the Crow Court Street Improvement Special Assessment District.
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED for approval of ResolUtion No. 99-52 and requested
UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Councilman Bookey SECONDED'the motion.
There were no public or council comments.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
C-7o
Resolution No. 99-53- Congratulating the Peninsula Oilers Baseball
Club for Their Successful 1999 Season.
MOTION:
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Councilman Bannock MOVED for approval of Resolution No. 99-53 and
Councilwoman Swarner SECONDED the motion.
There were no public or council comments.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
.
ITEM D:
COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
D-1. Council on Aging- Swarner reported a meeting was held on August 26,
1999 and the unapproved .minutes of the meeting were included in the packet.
Williams noted the minutes stated the new Senior Center van was on its way. Moore
noted the minutes stated a city shop employee had to travel to Seattle to inspect the
vehicle and asked if this was necessary.
La Shot answered' the company was told to send the vehicle to the city and meet the
specifications. He noted, the company did request someone travel to Seattle to inspect
the vehicle, however that was not in the plan. La Shot added, no one would be
traveling to Seattle unless the company paid for the travel costs.
D-2. Airport Commission - Bannock reported the minutes of the last meeting
were included in the packet (which he reported on at the August 18 council meeting).
D-3. Harbor Commission - Bookey reported the next meeting was scheduled
for September'13 (moved from September 6 because of the Labor Day holiday}.
Williams noted he attended the public meeting held on August 24 in regard to the
Coastal Trail/Bluff Restoration project and was very encouraged as there were very
few negative comments. He added, he was disappointed there were not more people
attending since over 100 notices of the hearing were marled out. Williams added, he
spoke about the project at the Chamber luncheon and suggested people contact the
City Clerk to have their name added to the notice list.
D-4. Library Commission - Moore reported the next meeting would be held
on September 7 and a "Meet the Librarian" night was planned for September 16 from
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
D-5. Parks/h Recreation Commission- Frazer reported the next meeting
was scheduled for September 2, 1999, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the council
chambers. Williams reported he was asked by the director of the Boys & Girls Club if
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it would be possible for them to use the BOR property for an extra soccer field. He
suggested she contact the Parks & Recreation Director and/or the city manager.
D-6. 'Planning ~ Zoning Commission - Bannock reported the minutes of the
last meeting were included in the packet. He noted two landscape site plans were
approved at the meeting."
D-7. Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
D-7-a. Beautification Committee - Swarner reported the next meeting was
scheduled for.September 14.
D-7-b. Historic District Board Moore referred to a memorandum included in
the packet which noted the October 18 Board meeting would fall on Alaska Day, which
is a city holiday. Staff suggested the meeting be moved to October 19. There were no
objections from council to move the meeting date to October 19.
D-7-c. Kenai Visitors/l~ Convention Bureau Board- Bookey reported he was
told a meeting was scheduled for September 20.
D-7-d. Alaska Municipal League Report- Williams reported he attended the
joint meeting of the AML Board of Directors and Alaska Conference of Mayors on
August 30 and 31. He noted, there was a great deal of debate regarding the
.Permanent Fund question to be asked on the State's September 14, 1999 Special
Election ballot and whether the ACOM's taking a position on the matter was
representing the members' individual opinion or their councils and constituents.
Williams reported the ACOM voted to support the "yes" vote, but it was decided their
votes were individually made and would not represent the wishes of the whole.
Williams stated he voted in favor.of the "yes" vote because it was unknown what the
"no" vote would mean.
Williams also reported the ACOM was very concerned about the possibility of the
initiating a state sales tax because if the legislation is not written correctly, it could
cause a major source of funding to be cut from the municipalities' income. He noted
the group decided if AML or ACOM put forth any lobbying effort, they will all be
requesting funding from their councils and will register with the APOC.
Williams reported he also attended a meeting in regard to the gas pipeline proposal.
He noted, since last year the member groups of the gas committee had moved rapidly
forward in forming a committee and electing to put in $100,000 to create a port
authority. This will be the financing arm for revenue bonds to be used for the building
of the pipeline to Valdez. He noted, there were many who believe the Cook Inlet
should be given a closer look and that if a pipeline is built, a spur line should be built
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to funnel the gas to Anchorage. This suggestion met with some contention. Williams
added, another report will be coming out and the ACOM will wa_it to support the
project until after reviewing the report. He added, the problem was that the formation
of a port authority will be voted on in Valdez and the North Slope Borough on October
5, 1999. If the question passes, they will be ready to go forward with the. project on
October 6. Williams stated, if the project goes forward and no spur. line is built to
Anchorage or Nikiski, this area could wind up with a shortage of gas in the next 14
years.
BREAK TAKEN: 7:52 P.M.
BACK TO ORDER: 8:09 P.M.
ITEM E: MINUTES
E-X.
Regular Meeting of August 18, 1999.
Approved by consent agenda.
ITEM F:
CORRESPONDENCE- None.
ITEM G:
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion- AML Conference Donation
Williams referred to a memorandum included in the packet and submitted by the City
Clerk. He reminded council, at their last meeting, there were some questions of what
the $2,000 donation he requested be made toward the conference costs would be
used. He noted, the memorandum discussed some of the expected costs and
suggested the funds could be taken from the Legislative Professional Services budget
because AML has done much of the city's lobbying for the past several years.
Williams noted the City of Soldotna was donating the use of the Sports Center
(estimated cost of $16,000), plus ice removal and Would be holding a reception. The
Borough was donating $5,000 and holding a reception. Williams also reported the
same amount of hotels and motels were being used in both Soldotna and Kenai and
some of the meetings would be held in Kenai.
Swarner asked where the remainder of the funds were coming from for the conference
costs. 'Williams suggested booth rentals would cover some of the costs and AML would
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probably absorb some of the costs. Moore asked the cost of compensation for the
conference coordinator. Williams answered, he did not have that reformation, however
a facilitator was needed.
Moore stated he would support the donation of $2,000 as he believed the conference
would be very valuable for the city to see what a facility like the Sports Center can do
for the community since an ice rink is now being built in Kenai. Also, because the
hotel/motel use will also be good for the community. Bookey stated he would a/so
support the donation.
MOTION:
Councilman Bookey MOVED to approve the $2,000 donation toward to the costs
involved with the AML Conference being held in Kenai and Soldotna in November.
Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion.
VOTE:
Moore: Yes Bannock: No Frazer: [Yes
Williams' Yes Yes Swarner'
Booke¥:
[Yes
MOTION PASSED.
ITEM H:
NEW BUSINESS
H-lo
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to pay the bills and requested UNANIMOUS
CONSENT. Councilman Bookey SECONDED the motion. There were no objections.
SO ORDERED.
H-2o
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
MOTION:
Councilwoman Swarner MOVED to approve the purchase orders exceeding $2,500
and declared she was an employee of the Women's Resource & Crisis Center.
Councilman Moore SECONDED the motion.
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Williams noted Swarner's declaration and noted the items to which she was referring
on the list were pass-through grants and were being made through the city for the
good of the community. Williams requested Swarner vote on the matter.
VOTE:
There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
H-3.
Ordinance No. 1841-99- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $100,000 in the Forest/Redoubt Water & Sewer
Crossings Capital Project Fund.
Introduced by consent agenda.
i-4.
Ordinance No. 1842-99- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $6,300 in the General Fund for a Public Library
Assistance Grant.
Introduced by consent agenda.
ITEM I:
ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
I-1. Mayor
a. Challenger Project- Williams referred to information included in the
packet regarding a group of NASA officials who came to Kenai on August 27 to visit the
Challenger project site. Williams noted those visiting were the NASA Administrator,
Deputy Administrator, Legislative Affairs Director, Governmental Affairs Director,
Astronaut Bonnie Dunbar and others.
Williams reported that during their discussions it was mentioned the Alaska
Challenger project wanted to include a memorial in the facility to Astronaut Pete
Conrad, who had been a member of the Board of Governors. The NASA Administrator
made immediate arrangements for a display from the Smithsonian Museum to be
housed at the Kenai facility, as well as assigning a liaison between NASA and the
Kenai Challenger Facility.
b. Economic Development District- Williams referred to a letter included
in the packet noting the need for an appointee to the EDD Board of Directors to
represent the city. He noted, Jim Elson had been the city's representative, but
resigned that position to take the Interim Director's position at EDD.
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Williams asked whether council wanted to make an appointment from the council or
from the general public. Also, whether the appointment should be made before the
October election or after. Williams noted Councilman Frazer had indicated interest in
the appointment. He added, since taxes from city residents go to the operation of the
EDD, he believed a city council member should be one of the city's representatives to
the board.
Swarner stated her support to appoint a council member at this time if there was
interest in the appointment. Frazer stated he thought it may be better to wait until
after the October 5, 1999 election. Bookey asked if there was anyone interested from
the private sector. Williams answered he had talked to several people, but there was
no definite answer.
It was decided to delay the appointment but request EDD to send Councilman Frazer
a packet of the Board's next meeting.
c. Daubenspeck/FAA Properties- Williams requested administration to
proceed as soon as possible to determine ownership and restrictions of these
properties in order to offer the property to the general public. He noted, he was aware
there was a lot of red tape in this regard, but didn't want the project delayed. Williams
stated he would like to have the questions cleared up within six months to a year.
Bookey stated he agreed, but realistically thought it would be a year. Ross agreed.
Williams noted, the issue of where and who builds the next hotel in the area is
immediate and they don't want to delay building any longer than possible. He added,
he thought it was important to revest a great deal of time into the project because of
its return to the city. Bookey stated he thought that was a good plan, but didn't want
to think unrealistically the questions would be solved within six to nine months. He
noted, the BOR questions on the golf course took a long time and thought this
property would be more complicated.
Ross reported a use proposal of the Daubenspeck property would be presented to
council at their September 15, 1999 meeting. The report would propose testing be
done on that property as well. That work would be able to be done quickly. He added,
he believed a yes or no answer would be had within a year in regard to the FAA
property. Ross continued, he believed the FAA parcel turnover would be done within
the next six months, however it was unknown how fast FAA would move on the matter
after they completed their cleanup of the property.
Ross stated, there were some options in regard to the BOR property and how to
expedite the process which he would discuss with council at that time. He explained,
during the process of the golf course/BOR lots, the city went directly to the Secretary
of Interior and Congressman Young's office. He added, the city will have to work
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within the existing law because Congress would not be changing the law or if they do,
it would be a long process. Ross continued, in spite of all the work done in contacting
Mental Health, the Borough, etc., it was Commissioner Shively's stepping forward and
stating he would substitute State land for the city property that cleared the way.
Ross stated he didn't want to encourage council that a solution would be found in less
than one year. Williams asked if part of the plan to expedite could include setting
aside the questioned three and one-half acres as not available at this time, and
include seven to 18 acres as available (depending on how much property is held back
for the Coastal Trail/Bluff Restoration project). He added, if a parcel of property could
be put aside to accommodate a hotel/convention center, progress toward the RFP
could be fairly quick.
Ross noted, if the BOR tract was left out, the council proceeds with a use plan for the
Daubenspeck property, testing is done and there is no contamination for which the
city will want to hold FAA responsible or that could cross over to the FAA tract, he
believed it could be said the FAA tract is available within the next year (if ownership is
received from FAA). Ross asked La Shot if that was possible and he answered yes.
Ross added, he didn't anticipate the FAA tract ownership would be in hand much less
than one year. The BOR property, depending on the solution, could be completed
Within the year. Ross noted, however, there are complications on that property.
Williams stated, he thought the BOR property could be reserved as there was nothing
to prevent a private corporation to occupy it if it was used for a recreational purpose.
Ross stated, the property would have to be used for the same purpose (a football field),
unless the city would change the present use with the BOR. Until the present use is
changed, there will be complications.
Williams asked if there was a specific reason why the city should wait until spring to
do the testing on the FAA property. Ross asked La Shot if the testing could be done
this fall. La Shot answered, he thought it would be a push to get someone under
contract, but it could be possible. Williams asked for a suggested plan for doing the
testing by the next meeting (contacting contractors as to their availability). Ross
noted, that information would be included in the plan to be brought to council at the
September 15 meeting. Williams asked if that information would include whether the
contractor would be available to do the testing this year instead of the spring. La Shot
stated he would be able to give information as to how fast a contract could be
processed.
Bookey asked, in generalities, what type of exploratory testing would be done. Ross
answered, a lot of that would be determined based on how the council proposes to use
the Daubenspeck property. If council agrees the property could be used in a way that
old burial would not need to be removed, the testing would then be looking at what is
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there that has gone out from old burial. He added, it was unknown what would be
found and was a "Pandora's Box." However, it was something some council in the
future would have to investigate. While FAA was still in the area and could be tied to
the operation of it and current in everyone's mind, he thought it was probably the time
to make the investigation. Ross continued, it could be a matter of some wells which
would not be a problem, or it could go beyond that.
Williams agreed someone would have to address the subject and preferred it be
addressed now before time gets away. Bookey stated, he agreed with that and didn't
have the reservations on this project as he did with the airport. He added, he believed
this would be a viable project that would be a major benefit to the city through tax
base, employment, etc. Bookey added, he agreed with Ross that as long as FAA was
involved in the project, now was the time to'find out what is there, etc.
Williams stated the matter would be addressed when the plan comes forward.
I-2. City Manager
a. Kenai Health Facility Project- Ross reported he recently met with
Borough Mayor Navarre regarding the health facility project. The project is
progressing to design. Navarre stated to him that when they make a final request for
the property (being donated by the city), they may also request a first right of refusal
for whole or part of the property directly behind the donated property for possibility of
need for future expansion. He continued, the city has ownership of the property and
FAA has right of use of the property because of instrumentation on situated on the
property. Ross reported he told Navarre any right of refusal would be at fair market
value and Navarre agreed. If the request is made, the city attorney could speak to
whether another council would be bound to an agreement this council may make in
this regard.
b. Free Trade Zone- Ross noted the Peninsula Coalition discussed this
matter and began the effort to pursue making application. He reported Mayor Navarre
agreed the Borough should prepare and submit the application, picking up 50% of the
non-recumng and recurring costs. The Coalition will have to decide how they will
allocate the remaining costs and determine the cost benefit of acquiring a Free Trade
Zone.
c. Drift Boat Launch/Cunningham Park- Ross referred to
correspondence included in the packet from the Kenai River Sportfishing Association
and his response. Ross reported, city administration agreed with the Harbor
Commission regarding Cunningham Park's capabilities and concerns that proceeding
with adding a drift boat launch at the Park would end up with the same parking and
user problems just eliminated by the upgrade of the Park.
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d. Borough Animal Control Ordinance- Ross referred to his
memorandum and attached Borough Animal Control Ordinance which was included in
the packet. Ross reported, administration and Animal Control Officers reviewed the
draft ordinance and offered some amendments to the language. He added, the City's
decision to participate would depend on the contract offered from the Borough and the
Council's consideration of the contract. Ross stated, at this time he saw no reason to
opPose' the language.
Williams asked if the $25,000 would be sufficient for the city to take on the
responsibility of the contract. He added, he believed Ross would inform council of his
view of the work and responsibilities involved. Ross noted that based on the
ordinance, the animal control officers would respond to dog bite/Trooper-on-scene
violations only. He added, he didn't anticipate the Assembly would expand the
ordinance from its present form.
I-3. Attorney- Attorney Graves reported he would be out of the office on
September 2 and 3, 1999.
I-4. City Clerk- Clerk Freas referred to the memorandum and list of persons
agreeing to work as election board members for the October 5, 1999 City of
Kenai/Kenai Peninsula Borough election. Freas noted the Kenai Municipal Code
requires council to approve the list of workers. Council had no objections to the list of
election board members.
1-5. Finance Director- Finance Director Semmens referred to Item H-1,
Investments and noted those listed had maturity levels longer than the two years
(taking advantage of the recent change in allowed maturity, levels). He noted the
interest rates were substantially higher and added, he'believed the change would work
very well for the city.
1-6. Public Works Managers- Public Works Manager La Shot reported the
GIS System was functioning and a demonstration of the system could be presented at
a future council meeting if council desired. He explained, with the system, a parcel of
property within the city could be pulled up and with it tax information, water/sewer
hook-ups, building permit activity, etc. can be reviewed.
Swarner asked if the system could indicate whether the laundromat behind Spenard
Builders was hooked up to city water and sewer. La Shot answered he would check.
Williams asked if the GPS System would replace the Omni Transmitters which
currently were situated on the property for which the Borough would like the first
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right of refusal in regard to the health center project. Airport Manager Cronkhite
answered, she would check with FAA and report back to council.
I-7.
Airport Manager- No report.
ITEM J'
DISCUSSION
J-Xo
Citizens- None.
J-2. Council
Bookey' No comments.
Swarner- Reported the Women's Resource ga Crisis center run on August 14
was very successful.
Moore- Inquired on the progress of upgrading of the Little League Fields.
Parks & Recreation Director Frates reported the sod was removed on both of the fields
for the warning tracks and the pile of dirt on Field # 1 needed to be leveled out and the
dirt used on Field #2. The Senior League Field work was complete and the only work
needing to be completed may be the Senior Girls Field, and that may be done in the
spring.
Moore asked if the city's plan in regard to the FAA/Daubenspeck property use include
review by the Historic District Board. He noted, there was a burial site on the property
which should be addressed with the Native associations and Historic District Board.
He added, he believed the burial site could be a very emotional cog in the wheel. Ross
reported, the burial site and the Russian Mission property had been located on the
plat. He added, those sites had been considered.
Bannock- No comments.
Frazer- No comments.
Williams- No comments.
EXECUTIVE SESSION- Evaluations of City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk (if
time allows).
Postponed to September 15, 1999 {City Clerk and City Attorney) and October 6, 1999
(City Manager).
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ITEM K:
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 8'57 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by'
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Tract C, Daubenspeck Property
FAA Tract Property
FAA Football Field
Staff Review
September 1999
Introduction:
This is a review of the 'properties known as Tract C, Daubenspeck Property, the FAA Tract
Property, and the 3.05-acre parcel known as the FAA Football Field. This report will provide
information on the current status of the property including access, utilities, zoning, adjacent
properties, and recommendations for future use.
Site Characteristics:
The subject property is located on the Kenai Peninsula (Population 48,815) in Kenai, Alaska.
The City of Kenai (Population 7,058) is located at the mouth of the Kenai River along the
Eastern Shore of Cook Inlet.
The general area of the subject properties is located towards the southeast side of the central
business district in downtown Kenai. The general neighborhood is bounded by the Kenai Spur
Highway to the north and west, the Kenai River and Cook Inlet to the south, and Bridge Access
Road to the east. The area has developed with a mix of commercial, light industrial and public
uses. Nearby areas along the highway, Willow Street, Beaver Loop and Main Street Loop have
developed primarily with retail commercial and government users. These include the City of
Kenai, the state courthouse and federal pOst office, the police and fire departments, the City
recreation center, Kenai Mall and grocery stores, gas stations, motels, retail shopping and
professional office buildings. Areas near the airport have primarily developed with commercial
uses including retail, professional office, light industrial (generally oil field related), and airport
related uses. Businesses in this area include the Peninsula Clarion newspaper, Alaska Steel,
Industrial Instrument Service, Inc., the Kenai Municipal AirPort, and the Homer Electric
Association headquarters. (Land use in the immediate area includes two small strip malls with
retail sales, professional office, fast food restaurant, hotel with restaurant and lounge, fish
canneries and a gas station.)
To facilitate discussion and planning, the property has been divided into three general
areas'
FAA Football Field - The portion of Government Lot 5 lying north of FAA Tract
oer Sour Sub Senior Citizen Addition & lying south of Frontage Road & lyin~ west
of Danben~peck Property Sub Tract C & lying east of Spur View Drive - is a level,
cleared currently vacant lot of 3.05 acres. There are approximately 596 feet of frontage
on Frontage Road and 94 feet of frontage on Spur View Drive. A football/soccer field
has been developed on a portion of.this property.
No utilities are present in or to this area. All utility access is greater than 200 feet away.
No buildings are present in this area.
Daubenspeck and Adjacent Properties
Development Plan
Page 2
FAA Tract, Spur Subdivision, Senior Citizen Addition - 3.22 acres and has been
occupied by the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA is presently vacating this
parcel to give the City ownership. All antennae's, buildings and miscellaneous
infrastructure are being removed and the site has undergone extensive environmental
cleanup.
The parcel is served from an eight-inch water main and a 1 O-inch sewer main located
under Spur View Drive. Other utilities extend to the lot.
Tract C, Daubenspeck Property Subdivision - Tract is approximately 15.16 acres. The
northern section has alternating cleared and treed sections, but is predominately level.
The southern section has partially cleared sections and unmaintained access roads. A
gravel parking lot is present along the bluff line of this area. The area has approximately
954 feet of fromage on Bridge Access Road and approximately 154 feet on Frontage
Road.
City water and sewer mainlines terminate at the southern end of this lot off the end of
Spur View Drive and cOuld be accessed. Gas mains are present on the adjacent lot (FAA
Tract). Several small quonset huts used for City storage are along the western property
edge. Furore development may necessitate demolition or relocation of the huts.
Legal History/Land Ownership:
The FAA deeded the area known as the FAA Football Field to the City of Kenai in 1978. The
adjacent FAA Tract was excluded from that deed and retained by the FAA for government use.
The Daubenspeck Property was donated to the City of Kenai in the early 1980's by the
Daubenspecks. This property was leased by the FAA (formerly CAA) from the Daubenspecks
between 1954 and 1978.
Environmental Characteristics:
The FAA Tract, Football Field Tract, and Tract C of the Daubenspeck Property were occupied by
the FAA (CAA during the earliest years) starting in 1941. This was called the Kenai Emergency
Operations Facility (EOF) and Quarters site. In 1954, the FAA leased the Daubenspeck property
to expand the Quarters site. The lease was terminated in 1978 and Daubenspeck then deeded the
tract to the City. FAA use of these tracts has caused potential environmental problems. Several
documents are available for review on this subject. Attached to this report is an aerial
Daubenspeck and Adjacent Properties
Developmem Plan
Page 3
photograph showing the FAA facilities existing in 1960 and a site plan showing areas of
potential problems.
The FAA Tract is in the final stages of being vacated by the FAA. They are removing their
facilities and have performed a site cleanup. By the end of the summer of 1999 this process
should be complete and the tract ready for transfer to the City.
The FAA Football Field and Daubenspeck property potemially hold environmental liabilities for
the City and possibly the FAA. Preliminary assessmem by both the FAA and the City lead to
this conclusion. Various buried material and underground fuel storage tanks either exist or are
thought to exist. No Phase II investigations have been initiated to ascertain the tree extent of the
problem. (See Recommendations at the end of the report.)
Land Use:
Existing Land Use
Tract C of the Daubenspeck property is vacant except for the remaining quonset huts. The FAA
Football Field is vacant; however, the site is landscaped and used for sporting activities such as
football. The FAA Tract holds the remnants of an old antenna site, which is in the process of
being removed. At the southern tip of the FAA Tract, there is a parking area which borders the
historic Shkituk' Village site. This parking area provides a view of the mouth of the Kenai River.
Zoning
The FAA Tract and FAA Football Field properties are zoned General Commercial.
Daubenspeck Tract C is zoned Suburban Residential.
Development Constraints
Funding for a park upgrade for the FAA Football Field was received in 1973 from the Land and
Water Conservation Fund Grant Program. Terms of this grant offer necessitate keeping the area,
in perpetuity, for outdoor recreation use. However, the possibility exists for release of this parcel
from BOR restrictions under one of several options that has previously been discussed with
Council. Based on past experience this can be a lengthy process.
Archeological Constraints
In 1995, the City of Kenai's Historic District Board working with the Kenaitze Indian Tribe
began planning a park area on Tract C of the Daubenspeck Property as an interpretive site in
Daubenspeck and Adjacent Properties
Development Plan
Page 4
recognition of the historic Shkituk' Village. A sign was placed at one end of the existing parking
area that provides information on the historic site.
It is difficult to determine the actual location of the original Shkimk' Village. Phil Bryson and
Pat Malone of the firm Wince, Corthell, and Bryson assisted the City in trying to determine the
location of the village. They located and reviewed U.S. Survey No. 192.
U.S. Survey No. 192 of the Russian Greek Church Mission Reserves, Tract B recorded
November 26, 1906 defines property comers of the Russian Mission Reserve. In a general
description of the area, the Surveyor describes
"Tract B., is located on a level plateau about 70 feet above high-water mark on fight bank
of the Kenai River about 11 ½ miles easterly from Tract A., north of the trail leading up
the fiver. It is known as the old cemetery grounds, but at present is not used for such
purposes. Quite a large settlement existed formerly in the immediate vicinity near the
eastern boundary. Most of the natives having died, the village was deserted and only
ruins of former houses and barrabades remain. Graves are scattered over all parts of the
tract and only pieces of broken fences indicating former enclosures remain ...... The
survey was made in the presence of Rev. Bartnovsky who pointed out the comers of the
tract to me."
U.S. Survey No. 104 of the Northern Pacific Processors claim, dated January 3, 1891, details
"...to the summit of bank +40 feet thence course level through high grass, the native
village to the left aborn 3.0 { chains } distant."
The Survey notes include a plat showing the location of the "Aleut Village" west of the gully
through this area, and approximately 3 chains (200 feet) west of the survey boundary line, and 5
chains (330 feet) back off the bluff face. The surveys are cross referenced to each other, through
the original and amended survey comers of U.S.S. No. 104, and the described location appears to
roughly coincide with the current Russian Mission Reserve location.
Based on this information, the original Shiktuk Village is likely at or near the current Russian
Village Mission, and development in any other area is unlikely to encroach on the original
Shikmk Village.
Comprehensive Plan Strategies
The City of Kenai Comprehensive Plan lists Commercial Land Use Strategies:
a) Concentrate commercial development at strategic locations along the Spur Highway
where traffic turning movements can be controlled and impacts on adjacent
neighborhoods can be minimized.
Daubenspeck and Adjacent Properties
Developmem Plan
Page 5
b) Require that access to commercial sites be restricted to arterial or collector streets -
not residential access streets
c) Encourage commercial developmem on Bridge Access Road to industry uses (marine
industry, west side, general industrial east side of Bridge Access Road).
d) Limit adverse impacts of commercial uses on adjacent residential Properties by
requiring a fence and/or landscaping buffer on the commercial site.
e)
Sell or lease city land for commercial uses which generate stable, long-term
employmem, and which comply with desired design guidelines.
A portion of the property in question is zoned Suburban Residential. Because we will be
recommending a zoning change to general commercial, we will not review residential land use
strategies. For reference, they may be located on Page 22 and 23 of the City of Kenai
Comprehensive Plan.
Recommendations:
Of the following recommendations, the first should be addressed immediately.
Address the environmental problems that exist. A Phase II Environmental Assessment of
properties outside the FAA Tract should be initiated and aggressive action taken to gain
FAA participation in potential cleanup costs. Selection of a consultant for the Phase II
work could begin immediately with field work involving testing, monitoring wells, etc.
taking place through the winter. During spring 2000, the City could remove the known
UST and proceed with other work that may be needed, such as removal of the quonset
huts and other cleanup.
The City should consider rezoning the Daubenspeck property. The suggestion would be
to rezone the northern section to General Commercial and the southern portion to
Conservation. The current Suburban Residential zoning does not appear the best use of
the property and the proposed designations seem to be more consistent with the adjacent
zoning, General Commercial and Heavy Industrial. Attached is a map showing current
zoning. A second map shows the proposed zoning changes.
The portion of the Daubenspeck Property recommended for rezoning to Conservation
should be set aside to allow for a park incorporating the parking area that is currently
located on the bluff at that site. The recommendation would be to include the Russian
Mission Reserve property in the rezoned Conservation area. As stated earlier in the
report, it is belieVed this property is the site of the original Shkituk' Village and
Conservation appears a more appropriate zone for this property. The proposed Kenai
Daubenspeck and Adjacent Properties
Development Plan
Page 6
Coastal Trail could incorporate this parking area and park into the proposed plan. This
would provide an access point to the trail from eastern end of the trail.
In addition, the recommendation would include rezoning the unsubdivided remainder of
Spur Subdivision, Senior Citizen Addition that is along the bluff to the gully to
Conservation. This would maintain consistency of zoning along the bluff area.
The City should consider pursuing release from BOR restrictions, which are on the FAA
Football Field to other property clearing that land for other use.
Additional access should be provided to the Daubenspeck Property from Bridge Access.
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CITY OF KENA
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MEMORANDUM
TO-
FROM:
Richard A. Ross, City Manager ~
Robert J. Frates, Kenai Parks & Recreation Director~
DATE:
September 9, 1999
RE: Ice Rental Fee
At the September 2nd Parks & Recreation meeting, Mr. Nate Kiel from the LLC
requested that the City consider setting the ice rental fee at $65.00 per hour. Discussion
took place on established rates for other local facilities. It was noted that the Central
Peninsula Sports Center charges $130 per hour for covered ice and $40 per hour for
uncovered ice. Furthermore, the Nikiski Recreation Facility currently charges $60 per
hour and may initiate a $65 per hour fee this season.
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·
After further discussion, a motion was passed to recommend that the City set the ice rental
fee at $65 per hour. A recommendation for a summer fee will be forthcoming.
Does the Kenai City Council wish to set the ice rental rate at $65 per hour?
g:.,:, 3, i999_ "40AM ALASKA MUNI LEAGUE NO, 0456
TO · K E N A !FROM,AK MUNZCI'
Special Edition
A Newsletter of the Alaska Municipal League
September 2, 1999
Alaska Conference of Mayor/AML
Board of Directors Meet in Homer
The joint sununer meeting of thc
Alaska Conference of Mayors and the
AML Board of Directors was held in
Homer on August 30-31, 1999. Over
forty municipal oftici~s from across
the state attended the meeting. Out-
lined below is a brief summary of the
issues discussed.
Gaslin_e Port Authority
A proposal to establish a munici-
,al port authority to create a natural
oas pipeline was presented by Mayor
Hove, Fairbanks North Star Borough,
Mayor Ben Nageak, North Slope Bor-
ough, and Dave Dcngcl, City Man-
ager, Valdcz. Thc proceeds of the
gasline, after "in-lieu-oF' property
taxes to thc gaslinc boroughs, would
be allocated at 60% to thc state; 30%
to be shared with municipalities; 10%
to be retained by tha Port Authority.
Eri'__ tizat~on Commission
George Wuerch, AML Represen-
tative on the "Pr/vatization Commis-
sion,'' reported on his efforts. A sub-
committee of volunteers was assigned
to each smtc department to review
privatization opportunities. Wucrch
suggested to thc Commission that mu-
nicipalities be allowed to bid on state
,rviccs to provide broader compcti-
.,on and because municipalities with
sirrhlar services may be able to pro-
vide tha service at a lesser cost.
Denali Commis_sion
Kevin Pdtchie, AML represent~ive
on thc Denali Commission, distr/buted
a draft work plan (also available on
thc Intcrnct at: www. dcnali.gov/).
Thc major project focus of thc Com-
mission for FY 99/00 is lowering ru-
ral energy costs by consolidating fucl
storage and improving electric genera-
tion.
Thc Commission is also partnering
with the state and federal agencies to
develop a statewide energy plan. More
opportunities to interact with the
Denali Commission are being devel-
oped, including a workshop to be held
at the Annual Local C-ove~ent Con-
fercnce November :5-9, in Soldoma.
Rural Governance
Commhsion
Kcvin Ritchie also reported on the
Kural Governance Commission. (Re-
port available on the Interact at:
www. comr¢gaf, state.ak.us/RGC/
Default.htrn. Many examples of mu-
nicipal/tribal parmerships are outlined,
but no recommendations on changing
state statutes regarding municipal gov-
ernment were made. The draft AML
Policy Statement calls for municipal
leaders to initiate a broad review of
municipal government.
AML/ACoM
Policy Statemen. t
Legislative Committee Chair
George Wuerch led a review of the
draft AMI., Policy Statement to be pro-
v/dod to the full AML membership for
action at the Annual Local Govern-
ment Conference on November 5-9.
A number of changes were discussed
and will bc presented in November.
AML/ACoM
Legislative Platfo. rm
Legislative Committee Co-Chair
Mike Scott led a review of the draft
AML Legislative Platform. The rec-
ommended Platform priorities (p~ted
in the last AML newsletter) were not
changed, but additions, most notable
Power Cost Equalization, were dis-
cussed for elevation. Again, this will
be available for additional work in No-
vember.
New Revenue
Sharin Pro-ram
Thc AML Legislative Committee's
proposal to advocate for a new im-
proved revenue sharing program was
discussed and a committee was ap-
pointed to "flesh out" the proposal and
estimate allocations to individual mu-
nicipalities. The proposed program is
based on three Concepts:
1. Establishing a higher minimum
fundir~ to protect small mumcipalities;
2. Allocating a fair percentage of state
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~-, 1999 ~,.'41AM
ALASKA MSNZ -AGUE.
motor fuel taxes for municipal road
maintenance (~ percentage based on
municipal vs, state "Ianc mi!cs"); and
3. A per capita revenue sharing based
on actual people served by municipal
police, tim, and ]EMS.
Other New
Initiatives
AML Legislative Committee Co-
Chair Tom Boedcker led discussions
on:
· Thc statewide property tax cap
initiative that will take control of
local taxes away from local voters
,,NO. 0456 :. 2,"2
and could create differential tax seined thc economic issues surround-
rams for properties of the same
market values.
Legislahve movcmcm toward a
statewide sales tax.
lng rte b~ot advisc~y proposition.
Governor Kaowles titan spoke at lund~
and request~ thc group take a po~
tion on the ballot proposition.
° Additional public education and After nearly two hours of pro and
advertising on the impact of cuts con debate, a majority of the mayors
to mtmicipal revenue shaxing, in attendance sad the AML Board of
Committees will be appointed by Directors voted to support passage of
President Lancaster to make reeom- th~ proposition. Many made it clear
mendafions, that support for the proposition did not
September 14'h
Ballot Provosition
endorse thc broader fiscal "plan" that
appears to include cuts to revenue shat-
lag, etc.
_ The AML/ACoM Policy S~ent
l~conomisr Scott Goldsmith, In- also supports ~ditional tmc~ and other
~tu~e for Social and Economic Re- actions that. support a balanced ap-
search, University of Alaska, pre- proach to the fiscal gap.
State Loses School Construction Funding Equity Case
On September 1, 1999, Superior Court Judge John
Reuse found in favor of Willie Kasayulie and several
rural school districts regarding a lack of required state
funding for school construction and maintenance. The
basic findings were:
1. The State violated the Education Clause of the
Alaska Constitution: The judge wrote, "Thc CIP grant
system has never been funded. As result, priority rank~
schools, which are mostly rural, are not
fund~...Because of the funding system, mr~ schools
are not getting the money they need to maintain their
schools."
2. The State violated the Equal Protection Clause
of the Alaska Constitution. "Treating one group of
similarly situated people different from another is un-
constitutional under the Equal Protection Clause...It is
unlikely that a compelling reason exists for the arbitrary
manner in which the State distributes facilities funding."
4. The State breached the School Lands Trust (a
stag land u'ust similar in concept to the Mental Health
Lands Trust) and primarily requires that the "lands must
be appraised or otherwise valued..." before a remedy is
determined.
There are also several important statements in the
decision which support the AML policy position that
school funding is a basic state responsibility and all dis-
tricts must receive adequaxe funding for operations,
ma/ntenance, and new construction:
· :- "The Education Clause (Alaska Constitution)
places an affu'mative duty on ~e sta~e to provide
public education."
· :o "The Education Clause guarantees all children a
right to public education. Because the interest is
expressly provided for in the Constitution, it is a
fundamental right under the equal protection
analysis."
· :, "Hand in hand with the duW to provide educa-
tional facilities is the duty to fund the facilities."
3. The State violated Title VI of the Civil Rights
ACt of 1964. The judge wrote; "It is about the fact that
school disu-icts with predominately Native enrollmenz
receive lower funding than others. The State has shown
no substan~fl legitimate justification for such disparate
treatment."
A Legislative Interim Committee on funding for
School Facilities has been established and its first meet-
ing is tentatively scheduled for 10'00 a.m. September
21, 1999 in Juneau. For more information, call Eddy
Jeans, School Finance Manager of the Department of
Education and Early Development (465-8679).
Tony Know/es, Goverr,.
Municipal & Regional Assistance Division
P.O. Box 110800, Juneau, AK 99811-0800
Telephone: (907) 465-4750. Fax: (907) 465-5085 · Text Telephone: (907) 465-5437
Email: mrad@dced.state.ak.us · Website: www. dced.state.ak.us/mra/Home.htm
The Honorable John Williams, Mayor
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo, Suite 200
Kenai, AK 99611-7794
CERTIFIED/RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
·
September 3, 1999
RE: FY01 STATE REVENUE SHARING/SAFE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM
POPULATION DETERMINATION
Dear Mayor Williams:
The Department of Community and Economic Development is charged by statute with determining the
July 1, 1999, population of each municipality for FY01 State Revenue Sharing and Safe Communities
Program purposes. Population estimates are prepared by the State Demographer at the Department of
Labor and Workforce Development. The population of the City of Kenai has been determined to be
7,005.
If you do not agree with this figure, the City may request a population adju.:zment by documenting its
own population. Cities with a population of less than 1,000 must conduct a "head count census." Cities
with 1,000 or more residents may use a "head count census" or the "housing unit method," which
includes specific statistical measures. The department requires that the population adjustment be fully
documented, that the City Council pass a resolution adopting its results, and that it be completed and ·
postmarked by November 1, 1999.
If you choose to request a population adjustment, please contact the department for a copy ofthe FYO1
Head Count Census Instruction Manual or the F¥O1 Housing Unit Method Population Estimate
Instruction Manual. These Manuals provide additional information on the procedures and
documentation required. Contact Laura Walters, Research Analyst, (phone' 907-465-4752, e-mail'
Laura_Walters~dced.state.ak.us) or Bill Rolfzen, State Revenue Sharing Program Administrator,
(phone: 907-465-4733, e-mail' Bill_Rolfzen~dced.state.ak.us) for additional information.
Sincerely,
P
atrick Poi
Director
"Promoting a healthy economy and strong communities"
12000 MRAD. L0CallG°vernment' ' Dates
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and Council Members
FROM:
Carol L. Freas, City Clerk
City of Kenai
DATE:
September 8, 1999
RE:
STUDENT GOVER~NT DAY
Today I received a note from Nate Kiel, Government teacher at the Kenai Central High
School. Kiel informs me the following dates would work into the school's schedule for
holding Government Day:
October 20, 1999
(This is also the date the October 5, 1999 election
will be certified.)
November 3, 1999 (Immediately prior to the AML Conference.)
November 17, 1999 (New Council Members will be sworn in.)
December 1, 1999
Does Council want to hold a Student Government Day and, if so, on what date?
INFORMATION ITEMS
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 15, 1999
o
9/1/99 Kenai City Council Meeting "To Do" List.
,
9/8/99 Public works Department, Project Status Report.
.
8/20/99 Activity Summary: 1999 Personal Use Fishery.
.
9/99 Greater Soldoma Chamber of Commerce, Your Chamber Today.
.
9/23/99 Kenai River Special Management Area Meeting Agenda and minutes of
5/20 / 99 meeting.
,
9/99 Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau, Inc., News & Notes.
CITY OF KENAI COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 1, 1999
"TO DO" LIST
JL--
RC--
CLF --
Check whether laundromat behind Spenard Builders is hooked up to the
city's water and sewer system. Report back to council.
Check on availability of contractors for doing testing on FAA properties.
Check with FAA regarding replacement of OMNI Transmitters and report
back to council.
Request EDD to send Councilman Frazer a packet for their next board
meeting.
Project Status Report
A=Active
NC=Non-Construction
F=Future
STIP=State Trans. imp.
KK- Keith Kornelis
JL - Jack La Shot
RS - RObert Springer
MK- Marilyn Kebschull
Jet- Jan Taylor
A/NC/F/ CltyContact P ojo t Name
STIP
Status
A KK
1999 Water System
ImProvements (WH I & 2 & PH)
Project awarded to Zubeck, Inc... Starting on new
Well House & Pump House Buildings.
.A
JL
Alaska Regional Fire Training
Facility, ARFF
Seeding is unacceptable - haven't heard from
Alcan.
JL/RS
Challenger Learning Center
Foundation and underground plumbing.
MK
Comprehensive Plan
$60,000 appropriated in Capital Project Fund.
JL
Contaminated Soils- Shop
Pete Campbell finalizing report to ADEC.
A KK
A KK
Crow Court
Cunningham Park
Project completed by North Star Paving...LID
public hearing is October 6 at Council Meeting.
Project completed by Peninsula
Construction...Working with Kenai Sportfishing,
Inc. to close out project..
KK
Kenai Coastal Trail
Project awarded to Peratrovich, Nottingham, &
Drage...Aerial photo was taken...First public
hearing was August 27 at 7 p.m.
KK
Mission Bluff W & S Relocation
Surveyor located manhole elevations...Next step
will be design engineering and applying for DEC
grant.
A JL
Multi-Purpose Facility
Foundation started.
JL
A KK
Multi-Purpose/Challenger Site
Work
S. Spruce Beach Parking
Site work complete.
Project completed by Foster Construction... City
installed signs...Slopes were seeded by City Parks
& Rec.
Wednesday, September 08, 1999 Page I of 2
A/NC/F/
City Contact
KK
Project Name
STP Expansion/Planning
Status
Have received DEC Grant... Start late this summer
or this winter.
JL
Underground Storage Tank-
Airport
Contract to American Environmental to do
additional work.
KK
WH 4
Negotiating with Borough on land ownership,
Swires & Lawton. Preparing RFP for engineering
design (Same as Well House No. 3)
JL
JL
Kenai Airport Fire Station &
Maintenance Building
New Kenai Health Center
Preparing RFP.
Project reactivated...construction committee has
started meeting again.
MK
Title 14 Review
· Revisions pending funding.
NC
JL/RS
ADA City Building Study
Several items underway...Hardware & d°ors at Sr.
Center.
STIP
KK
DOT- Bridge Access Pathway
Pathway along Bridge Access Road from K-Beach
to Spur 3.3 miles...Design FFY 00 at
$250,000...ROW FFY 01 at $100,000...Constr.
FFY 02 at $3,800,000.
STIP
KK
DOT- Forest Drive
DOT in final design stage...Construction bid is
scheduled by DOT for September '99...Completed
the first plans-in-hand review...Storm drain outlet
now on 3rd...New cost estimate for W & S crossing
$135,000.
STIP KK
DOT- Unity Trail Pathway
Pathway along Kenai Spur from MP 2.8 to 8.1.
Design FFY 00 at $200,000...ROW FFY 00 at
$100,000...Const. FFY 01 at $1,700,000.
Wednesday, September 08, 1999 Page 2 of 2
Memo
To:
From:
Dm:
Richard Ross, City Manage&/_,~L
Jeff Kohler, Police Lt. t, ~
Robert Frates, Parks and Recreation ~r~~
Keith Komelis, Public Works Directo~
O8/20/99
Re:
Activity Summary: 1999 Personal Use Fishery
The City's activities surrounding the 1999 Personal Use Fishery at the mouth of the Kenai River again
went well. The fishery opened at midnight on July 10"~ and continued through July 31s~. Last year the
weak salmon run resulted in reduced hours and a shorter fishing season. This year the run was
stronger and a full season was enjoyed by fishermen. The primary factors influencing the positive
outcome include:
.
Many of the participants are "experienced" Kenai River dipnetters who are familiar with the
access, parking and regulatory issues.
Planning, coordination and cooperation between city departments and other government
agencies is now routine and continues to improve.
Public education efforts regarding trespassing, parking, littering, fishing regulations, boating
safety and environmental damage continues to increase voluntary compliance by those
participating in the fishery. Much credit must go to local and Anchorage media who were most
helpful timing the publication of press releases to coincide with the dipnet opening. Howard
Delo of the Alaska Department of Fish and Game was very effective authoring the multi-
agency press release.
.
The City continues to refine its response to the problems generated by the dipnet fishery.
Each year fewer difficulties are encountered because of these improvements. Most notable
this year was the addition of the parking lot on South Spruce St. which eliminated a majority of
the parking and traffic problems. In addition, the regulatory change which closed the area
between the navigation light and the canneries to fishing eliminated many trespass violations
and reduced foot traffic over the bluff.
The following is a summary of how each of the "usual" problem areas fared. In addition it will address a
new issue which developed this year as city employees were faced with handling large amounts of
small denomination bills generated at the parking lot. A brief summary of expenses and revenues is
also included.
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Lifter and Fish Waste Control
Litter and fish waste on the north beach was more of a problem this year than last. This is most likely
due to more fish and more dipnetters on the beach. At no time did it reach the level of the problem
experienced in 1996 and 1997 prior to placement of the fish waste dumpster and the modified littering
ordinance. Personnel also noted that the tidal action on the north beach seemed to deposit the fish offal
higher on the beach. In addition the fish waste dumpsters were not being used as much.
During the peak weekends Parks and Recreation personnel were forced to "top" the dumpsters,
removing overflow by hand into pickup trucks. This occurred despite increasing the number of
dumpsters from three (3) in 1998 to six (6) this year
This year the south beach garbage barrels were replaced with "Pack it in, Pack it out" signs. The area
was patrolled daily by police personnel on an ATV. A substantial improvement was observed with
relatively few litter problems considering the heavy use the area received. On peak days over 200
vehicles were counted in the area. Fish waste was less of a problem on this side of the river since tidal
action seems to move the waste off the south beach.
Recommendations:
Increase the number of dumpsters and/or the frequency of service to include weekend pickups. This
would likely double the cost of current service.
Public education efforts urging the use of the fish waste dumpsters must be improved.
Sanitation Facilities
The portable toilets on the north beach continue to be a problem requiring frequent cleaning and
pumping during peak use time periods. This occurred despite increasing the number of units from
three (3)in 1998 to six (6) this year. City personnel would often receive complaints about cleanliness
and supplies within two hours of them being serviced.
Human waste disposal on the south beach remains an issue although city employees report the mess
was not as bad this year as last. No clear solution exists for this problem. Portable toilets are not an
option due to lack of access. Wetland and extreme tides make vaulted or pit latrines impractical.
Recommendations:
Increase the number of portable toilets and the frequency of service to include weekends. This would
likely double the cost of the current service.
Parks and Recreation will attempt to determine if portable latrines designed for high demand areas are
available.
Sand Dune Protection
Areas fenced off continue to show signs of Beach Rye growth. Last season's growth appears to have
been sustained with some evidence of newly emerged growth this season.
Them are signs of heavy foot traffic over a section of the sand dune not previously used as such. This
grass was heavily disturbed.
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Recommendations:
The area that was disturbed should be posted next year.
In order to speed up recovery, areas could be replanted by hand, possibly with volunteer assistance
from community groups.
Parking Congestion
The construction of the new parking lot adjacent to the North Beach and closing South Spruce Street
to parking eliminated most of the congestion and public safoty cone, ems experienced in years past.
The parking area, capable of accommodating approximately 240 vehicles, was designated a fee lot
and used a permit system. A free short term lot was also established. A $5.00 lee authorized the user
to stay for 12 hours within a 24 hour period. The original parking/traffic plan for the lot was modified
slightly to accommodate additional spaces for moto~omes as well as designating spaces for
handicapped motorhomes. Parking in the lot remained ordedy until the white lines painted on the
grovel worn out. Despite this, the lot was able to accommodate the demand even on the busy
weekends. Compliance with the pay parking system was acceptable.
Kenai Avenue (the beach access road) continues to be a problem. Parked vehicles were constantly
causing congestion on the road and in the turnaround ama. Complaints wero constant and
enforcement effective only as long as an officer was present. Officers issued 16 citations for parking
violations. These citations had little deterrent effect. Officers reported the most effective means of
dealing with this problem was to station personnel near the entry to Kenai Avenue and advise passing
motorist to limit their activities to loading and unloading and not park or loiter.
Recommendations:
Among potential solutions to the congestion on Kenai Ave. include dedicating additional manpower to
the area during peak times and considering some type of staffed portable kiosk entry station. This
would allow contact with visitors as they entered the area. The traffic control "greeter" does not
necessarily require law enforcement personnel. Consideration should be given to providing Parks and
Recreation with overtime to staff this function.
Municipal Ordinance Violations I Trespassing / Police Calls for Service
In general the crowds were compliant and respectful of the rules and regulations. No glaring problems
developed.
A limited number of trespass complaints originated on the south side of the river in VIP Subdivision and
Cannery Road. Most private property trespassing and bluff related incidents wero eliminated on the
north shore when dipnetting was closed between the navigation light and the canneries. The violations
in this ama tended to be individuals unaware of the private property or the hazards.
Officers who were assigned to the dipnet fishery reported making hundreds of contacts daily. An ATV
on loan from Fish and Wildlife Protection was used extensively in these efforts. Officers estimated 90%
of their time was spent dealing with questions regarding fish and game laws and parking regulations
and verbal warnings.
KPD received approximately 35 calls for service that were centered around dipnet fishery participants
or activities. This is similar to the number received last year.
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Kenai Fire Department responded to six requests for search and rescues which necessitated launching
a boat. Four of these calls were unfounded. They involved individuals dipnetting by floating along in
the current wearing wetsuits or survival suits. When they got too far out in rough water people on shore
perceived them to be in distress. The other two calls were dipnet boats that were grounded, by the Iow
tide.
Fish and Wildlife Protection was unable to maintain a strong patrol presence in the ama due to
manpower shortages. On the occasions KPD officers called them they responded promptly and cited
the offenders.
Recommendations:
Public education efforts should include wamings about tidal extremes and strong currents in the mouth
of the dver. "Floaters" will be encouraged to carry some type of marine signaling device similar to what
open water scuba divers carry.
Cash Management
A new problem developed this year as city employees began handling the large amounts of cash
generated in the parking lot. This has also been an issue at the city boat launch in prior years. The
primary concems are'
Safety and security of city employees handling large amounts of cash at odd hours in remote
locations.
.,
Intemai cash handling procedures and controls need to be established for employees dealing with
the money. The receipt system using the envelopes is unreliable at best. Employees are forced to
handle essentially unreciepted cash by themselves.
3. Methods need to be developed to insure users are paying their fees.
4. Large numbers of staff hours were being used to count money.
Recommendations:
Approximately midway though the fishery arrangements were made to have a police officer standby
when Parks and Recreation employees empty the fee box. This practice should continue.
Cash receipts were being stored ovemight and on weekends at the Recreation Center. Next year the
after hours receipts will be placed into the police department's evidence locker by the Parks and
Recreation or dock employee and retrieved by them the next business day.
Employees should not be placed in the position of handling large amounts of cash without dual controls
in place. It is suggested that a locked fee box be secured to the pay stations. A separate lock
'mechanism would be used to lock the box to the fee station. This would allow the employee to simply
exchange the full box for an empty one. The full box could then be transferred to another employee
who has a key to the fee box. The lone employee in the field would not have to handle the fee
envelopes.
A lone Parks and Recreation employee currently counts the cash while attending the counter at the
Recreation Center. The same situation also occurs at the dock. The cash is then counted a second
time after it is turned over to .the Finance Department. Parks and Recreation, Public Works and
Finance should pool their efforts and together count the money one time. This allows dual control and
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would speed the process. Consideration should be made to accessing a bill counter. This would
substantially reduce staff hours for all departments.
Voluntary compliance at the parking lot appeared to be at acceptable levels. Most individuals who
failed to pay for the parking fee did so due to confusion about the fee system. The fee station was too
small and not readily identifiable as such. The fee station needs to be modified to include a larger
receptacle for the receipts. This year it quickly filled or became easily plugged requiring call out of
parks personnel. An awning of some type and fiat writing surface equipped with tie down pens would
enCOurage users to complete the envelopes. These additions would make the site readily identifiable as
a fee station and improve voluntary compliance. Manning the fee station would also improve
COmpliance. Consideration should be given to providing Parks and Recreation with overtime to extend
hours of staffing.
Compliance at the boat launch was less successful. At one point it was estimated that when the launch
was unmanned 40% of the patrons were not paying launch fees. Parks and Recreation emploYees
were pulled off the beach so the boat launch could be manned for extended hours in order to collect
fees. Overtime should be available to extend hours of staffing at the boat launch. Consideration may
also be given to eliminating the launch fee and replacing it with a parking lot fee that establishes a
higher rate for vehicles with boat trailers. Parking lot violations can currently be enforced under city
code.
Expenses
The following is an approximation of expenses incurred by the various city departments involved with
the management of the dipnet fishery crowds. It does not consider costs such as the man-hours spent
planning and preparing for the operations, composing and editing press releases, inter-agency
planning meetings, hiring, training, and equipping employees. The estimates also does not include the
cost associated with unscheduled responses to the beach and boat launch by police, parks and rec, or
city dock staff.
Parks and Recreation:
Portable toilets and service
Dumpster rental and service
1905.00
1698.84
Construction of the iron ranger
Printing costs for permit envelopes
156.76
800.00
55 man-hours at beach, 100 at dock
1283.40
Total $5844.00
*Parks and Recreation personnel also spent 70 to 80 hours counting cash.
Public Works:
Portable toilets at dock
900.00
Receipt books 60.00
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Paint for parking lots
120.00
Septic tank service 275.00
Parking lot signs/posts
4030.00
Printing cost for launch fee envelopes
848.00
Dumpster rental 200.00
36 man hours painting parking lots
828.00
.,. 48 man hours counting cash
1440.00
Total 8793.00
Fire Department:
12 man-hours plus 8 hrs recall pay
336.00
Police Department:
Seasonal Police Officer 210 hours
4843.80
Seasonal Enforcement Officer 145 hours
1718.48
Total 6562.28
Finance
10 hours counting cash
200.00
Grand total expenses
21,735_28
Revenues
During the dipnet fishery the parking lot generated $22,666.62. Over 4600 permits were issued. The
boat launch generated $27,455.00. Total $50,121.62
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CHAM'r> _ .-. Greater 5oldotna
TODAY September
The Soldotna Chamber is, once again, offering members a cost effective advertising opportunity through the
production of a special calendar for the year 2000. The chamber will custom-print 1,000 numbered copies of
a tear-off style wall calendar with one photo, measuring about 8.5 X ~ ~ inches. Each of the 3~6 days of the
calendar will feature a prize and the name of the member who contributed that prize. Then on each day of
the year 2000, the chamber staff will draw the number of one of the calendars sold, award the owner the
prize and place their number back in the pot for future drawings. The winners will be announced MOnday
through Friday on KSRM Radio 92 and contributing members will have first option to purchase a calendar.
The chamber will sponsor December 31, 2000 for a $1,000 prize. Contributions must have a minimum value
of only $5 and there is no limit to the amount of dates a member can donate prizes to. The deadline for
getting on the Millennium Calendar is September 10, 1999. If you wish to participate in this
member exclusive offer, just fill out the enclosed "Millennium Calendar Donation
Information Form", making sure to include instructions on whether you will be dropping the
prize off at the chamber office, or if you need the chamber staff to pick it up or make a
certificate for you, and fax it back to the chamber office at 262-3566. If you would like to
be on more than one date, please copy the form and fill out a separate form for each
contribution. Please call the chamber office at 262-9814 if you have any questions.
Want to be a part of what's
happening in Soldotna? If you would __ _ ? ~ .~ ~',. ~ , ~
like to be involved in promoting and I .,¥~I ~": %
developing commerce and a sense of , !~~~t5
community in the Soldotna area, (and have 'IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE
a little time on your hands), you should consider INVOLVED IN THE PLANNING
sitting on the Board of Directors for the
Soldotna Chamber of Commerce. There will be 3
elected (3 year terms) and 3 appointed (1 year terms) seats
available. Board member functions include: sitting on at least one of the
following committees; Beautification, Legislative, Membership, Merchants,
and Scholarship; being involved in Annual Events hosted by the chamber, such
as the; Awards Banquet, St. Patrick's Day Celebration, Pop Drop, Chamber
After Hours, Summer Beautification Contest, Soldotna Progress Days, Pie
Auction, Skate & Shop Merchant Promotion, Christmas Decorating Contest;
and, attending weekly luncheon meetings, and bi-monthly board meetings,
advising of areas in which the Chamber can better represent the business
community and educating potential members as to the benefits of joining the
Greater Soldotna Chamber of Commerce. If you have any questions about the
time involved or level of commitment necessary to serve on the Soldotna
Chamber Board of Directors please call us at 262-9814, or you may want to talk
to one of the Directors listed on the last page of this newsletter.
OF THE STATE OF ALASKA,
STERLING HIGHWAY/BRIDGE
PROJECT, WATCH THE MEDIA
FOR THE DATES & TIMES OF
UPCOMING PUBLIC
MEETINGS.
THE CITY OF SOLDOTNA HAS
cOPIES OF THE
PRELIMINARY PLAN
AVAILABLE AT CITY HALL AND
ASKS THAT YOU CALL AND
LET THEM KNOW IF YOU
WOULD LIKE A COPY.
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Echo Lake Lockers
Hultberg Chiropractic
Johnson's Landing
~ Konai ~eninsula Borough, Economic ~evelopment ~istdct ·
· ~ Kenai ~rincess kod~e & RV Park
~ Kenai River ~etreat
~ kand's find
Sal's finter~rises
~ Kathy Tart
The Travel ~lace
.
4-D Carpet One
Alaska Coastal Marine Service Co.
Alaska Cozy Cabins
Alaska River Pros w/Jimmie Jack
Blazy Mall
Cai Worthington Ford
Cashman's Lodging
Credit Union 1
ATTENTION ALL VISITOR BUSINESSES...
If you're going to be open during the
winter, the Soldotna chamber would
like to help you promote it. We are
attending the Alaska Winter
Recreation & Travel Show at the
Sullivan Arena on September 24, 25,
& 26. Bring us about 50 brochures by
September !7 and we'll display them
for you - NO CHARGE!
MiX, mingle, share bUsiness.Cards,
"" win door prizes an'dmeetall.:the::ifOIks
at'ERA AViation'.
.
, ~ ~EE?.~ ,~ Gi~,:~';' 3U?,tME~!
The Soldotna Visitor Center recently honored their
summer volunteers with a special luncheon
donated by the Riverside House. We would like to
extend a heartfelt thank you to: Bill & Peggy Deal,
Barb & Joe Dilley, Leza Chirop, Elaine Kellum,
Harriet Morane, Ryan Simons, Linda Stow, and
Pat Wright for all of their hard work. These
volunteers weeded and watered, copied and
collated, and helped out
wherever needed. From May
1 through August 15, staff &
volunteers greeted and
directed over 45,000 visitors.
GREAT VOLUNTEERS!
GREAT VISITORS! GREAT
STAFF! GREAT SUMMER!
STERLING SENIORS ANNOUNCE
CONTEST WINNERS
The Sterling Area Senior's 3rd Annual
Kenai River Sockeye Salmon Classic
was, once again a successful event. The
Salmon Classic is a contest where ticket
holders guess the number of Sockeye
that pass the counter during a specified
time period.
This years first place winner w,
Helen Voth of Soldotna. Helen is a sen~or
center member and had a guess that
missed the official, mark of 679,958 by 14
Helen also sold the ticket to last year's
Salmon Classic winner. Talk about lucky!
Second place went to Charlotte Sponsei
of Sterling whose guess was off the mark
by 122, third place went to Ron Malston,
who was only off by 145.
The Sterling Seniors wish to thank
everyone who sponsored this event,
everyone who sold or purchased tickets
and all other participants.
,~~ .e would like to thank AT & T Wireless for, once again,
contributing a cell phone with free air time to our
visitor center. The phone is a real convenience
to visitors who can look at the member's
brochure and sit right down at the
complimentary cell phone and book their reservations with
you, our members.
We would also like to thank Kaladi ~ ,d? ~.. ~ ........ ~.
Brothers for helping our visitors feel
warm and welcome with fresh
ground coffee.
Ocean House B & B
Larry Goode
PO Box 622
Homer, AK 99603
235-3294
Martin Mines Gold & Gift
Glen & Becky Martin
PO Box 261
Sterling, AK 99672
260-4605
$' T.A.R. Answering
Casandra Duniphin
224 Kenai Ave.
Soldotna, AK 99669
260-6501
WANTED: TOP FORTY UNDER 40!
The Alaska Journal of Commerce and the
Anchorage Chamber of Commerce are pleased to
announce that nominations are now open for the
2nd annual Top Forty Under 40. This program is
designed to recognize forty of Alaska's most
dynamic business and professional people under
the age of 40. They're looking for candidates who
share a commitment to business growth,
professional excellence, personal integrity and their
Alaska neighbors. Winners will be featured in a
special November 14, 1999 supplement to the
Alaska Journal of Commerce and will be honored
November 15, 1999 at the Anchorage Chamber of
Commerce Make it Monday Forum to be held at the
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel. Deadline for
nominations is Sept. 20, 1999. Nomination forms
are available at the Soldotna Chamber Office.
We would like to thank S.T.A.R. Answering Service for
providing free services to the Soldotna
Chamber and Visitor Center when we
are closed. People really appreciate
talking to a person as opposed to an
answering machine.
KPTMC Regional Tourism Conference
~/I & M Millennium hlar~etino
This year's conference Will be held September 24 &
25 in Homer, and will focus on future preparation for
businesses across the Kenai Peninsula and our
region as a whole. As state dollars continue to
decline, the future of the Alaska visitor industry is
uncertain. With the millennium just around the
corner, we must maintain a unified focus for our
regional cooperative marketing program, it is
essential to have participation at the Regional
Tourism conference, as it is important for us to come
together and determine what our goals should be in
order to remain a premier destination. This can be
done by developing a strategic plan for M&M --
Millennium Marketing.
The keynote speaker will be Dr. George Mastroyanis,
Associate Professor for the University of Anchorage
Alaska's School of Education and he will present his
informative philosophy on team building for the
tourism industry as well as positive concepts of
customer service.
For registration information you
can call the Kenai Peninsula
Tourism Marketing Council at
283-3850.
to end domestic violence
15th A~~~ XS~A-VRCC RADIOTHON
Be sure to tune in to KSRM Radio 92 on September
13 from 9am to 6pm for the Annual KSRM/WRCC
Radiothon. This is the main fund raiser of the year for
the Kenai/Soldotna Women's Resource & Crisis
Center and an opportunity for community members to
contribute to the shelter and support of women and
children who are victims of domestic violence and
sexual assault. Cash contributions are always
needed, but there is also a need for in-kind items
such as linens, toiletry items, diapers, kitchen utensils
and anything a person would need to start over.
There is also a need for professional services, such
as: snowplowing, painting, carpet cleaning, plumbing,
carpentry, landscaping, etc.
Call your pledge in to KSRM at 283-5811 on
September 13, or mail in your donation to WRCC at
325 S. Spruce St., Kenai, AK 99611. For more
information, call 283-9479. The Women's Resource
& Crisis Center is a United Way Agency
September
SEPTEMBER CHAMBER LUNCHEON C L-'-'-NDAR
TUESDAY @ NOON, RIVERSIDE HOUSE
7 Senator John Torgerson, United Way Campaign Manager
September 14
September 21
September 28
Triste Koble, Ad Sales Manager, Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau
Borough Mayor Candidates Forum
Anne O'Dell, Retired Sgt., San Diego Police Dept., Sexual Assault Unit
BULK RATE
U.S. Postage
PAID
Permit No 5
Soldotna, AK 99669
City of Kenai
Mayor John Williams
210 Fidalgo Ave.
Kenai, AK 99611
Printed courtesy of The ¢opyworks, 405 Overland Street, Suite #102, Kenai Alaska 99669, 283-6503
1999 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President
Past President
President Elect
Vice President
Sec./Treas.
Norman Blakeley
Mike Sweeney
Dan Mortenson
Terry Coval
Richard Brown
Jocelyn Coghiil
Sammie Cole
Mike Frost
Paul Gray
Mark Gregory
Kurt Olson
Diana Spann
Alaska Trading Company
Sweeney's Clothing
Four D Carpet One
K-WAVEIKPEN/KGTL Radio
Soldotna Historical Society
Peninsula Clarion
SouthCentral Title
1st National Bank of Anchorage
Gray Video Publishing
KPB Small Business Development Center
Kenai Chrysler Center
MACtel Cellular Systems
262-6100
262-5916
262-9181
283-7423
262-9322
283-7551
262-4494
260-6000
262-9008
283-3335
283-3949
262-3500
Executive Director
Visitor Services
Member Services
Store Manager
Justine Polzin
Kimberley Bumgarner
Randi Smith
Rebecca Hanson
Diane Fieiden
Soldotna Chamber ......................
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The Rippie Chamber
262-9814
262-3566
260-610u
E-Mail: info@SoldotnaChamber, com
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KENAI RIVER
~Special Management Area
"Working together_for the river"
*** Meeting Agenda***
Thursday, September 23, 1999
7:00 p.m.
City of Soldotna
City Council Chambers
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CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Approval of 5/20/99 minutes
C. Agenda Changes and Approval
PUBLIC COMMENT
NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion of Board of Fish proposals addressing Kenai River Guides
B. Kenai River Lands Addition Le~slation
C. Lead Free Dshmg Areas within Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Area on Kenai
River- Robin West
D. Cooper Landing Community Club proposal - Jim H. Richardson
E. Discussion on Institution of the User Fee
IV.
OLD BUSINESS
Ve
A. Kenai River Operations - Ranger Bill Berkhahn
B. Permit Committee Report- Suzanne Fisler.
C. Legislative Committee Report - Ken Lancaster
D. Water Quality Framework Committee Report - Les Buchholz
E. Commercial Operations Committee
F. Boat Wake Study Status - Chris Degemes
PUBLIC COMMENT
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ADJOURNMENT
A. Board Comments
B. Date/Agenda of Next Meeting
Kenai Area Office, Box 1247, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-5581
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Box 850, Soldotna, AK 99669, Soldotna 262-4441
Ala~lka Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation, Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation with the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
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KENAI RIVER SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA ADVISORY BOARD
** NOTES ONLY **
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call:
Thursday, May'20, 1999
City of Soldoma.c°Uncil ChamlSers
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II.
Members Present:
Ted Wellman, Jim Richardson, Ann Whitmore-Painter, Jim
Golden, Ken Lancaster, Bill Shuster, Gary Leipitz, Rick Ross,
Les Buchholz, Chris Degemes
Members Absent:
Public Present:
Jeff King, Peggy Mullen, vince O'Reilly, Brannon Ames,
Tim Navarre, Mark Chase ,~
,
Rachel Clark, Keith Komelis, Rick Wood, . Herman Fandel
NOTE TO RECORD' A quorum was not met so no official meeting took place. People scheduled
.. _to make presentations did speak, but no action was taken.
. Ted Wellman welcomed Jim Golden as the newest public board member. Jim Golden is a Board
member of the Kenai River Sportfishing Association and a business owner involved in sport fishing.
One public vacancy remains unfilled.
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
HI. NEW BUSINESS
~ Timber Harvest in Special Use Area KRSMA lands - Not Discussed as Mr. Ed Martin did not
~ ~ . attend the meeting as planned. · . -.~
B. Discussion with the Kenai Peninsula Borough Regarding the Kenai River Comprehensive
Management Plan Recommendations ., .~
R..achel Clark, Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Department, spoke on the Borough
recommendations regarding the Kenai River Comprehensive Management Plan. The Borough has
two options' 1) to adopt it into the Borough's Comprehensive Plan, or 2) to form an Area Meriting
Special Attention (AMSA). The Borough would prefer to address the recommendations under an
AMSA due to the additional and lengthy review process in the CZMP. The Borough is currently
reviewing the management recommendations within the plan and will select the recommendations
most appropriate for an AMSA. They also hope to incorporate information and recommendations
fi'om the Kenai River Access Study. A plan will be drafted for internal review and hopefully the
Kenai River Special Management
Area Advisory Board - NOTES ONLY
May 20, 1999
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draft could be ready for the Assembly by Fall.
Degemes was concerned that the Borough may not select the more challenging recommendations in
the Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Clark stated the Borough will look at all the recommendations and
will determine which ones they have authority to manage.
Ms. Clark explained the process for proposing an AMSA. First the Borough will contact DGC and
develop a scoping document. There will be two public heatings during the draft development, and
then DGC will review the draft for completeness. Then during the formal public review, there will
be two more public hearings. After a Concept dmf~ is deVeloped, it will go through the Coastal
Policy Council for approval. If everything proceeds smoothly, it would take at least a year; however,
since the Kenai River has some complicated issues, she believed it could take up to two years-
After the Borough selects recommendations for implementation, the Board will be asked to comment
during the comment period. '
Lancaster noted that the City of Soldoma has Dick Bower as an ex officio member of the Coastal
Management Council and will keep the City abreast of the process.
Ross stated the City of Kenai will wait to see what is in the draft and then make comments.
..
Leipitz commented that he has learned that the Coastal Zone Management Program is a management
plan with policies'that are guidelines for local governments. Much of the program is developed
based upon the regulatory authority of other agencies.
Ms. Clark agreed there may be .problems with AMSA but felt it would be far more difficult to
address all the recommendations through an ordinance. She stated if an issue were addressed in an
AMSA, an ordinance wouldn't be needed. AMSA's would address specific enforceable policies
rather than general directions. She believed approximately 80% of the Comp Plan recommendations
would be appropriate in an AMSA. ' ~
C. City of Kenai Projects: South SPruce Project (underway), and proposed Coastal Trail and bluff
erosion project, Keith Komelis, City of Kenai
Keith Komelis, City of Kenai, spoke on three projects occunSng within the City.
1)' South Spruce Project - The contractor is Foster Construction. Part of the project is to re-route the
trails to the parking areas to alleviate further damage to the habitat. Mr. Komelis noted that if and
when the sewage treatment plant expands, it will expand into a portion of the filled area. The
project is 85-90% complete. When the project is completed, Mr. Komelis stated a parking area
for approximately 200 vehicles will be available and will hopefully bring some order to the
dipnet fishery in the area. No overnight camping will be allowed and there will be a 12-hour
restriction on parking.
2) Kenai Coastal Trail - The concept study was performed by Peratr°vich, Nottingham & Drage,
Inc. The 1.7 mile trail begins near the bridge and will go along the bottom of the bluff to a small
creek, a span bridge will cross the creek, and then the trail will go to the road near the sewag~
treatment plant. It will be an 8-ft. wide paved trail. Additional trails in the future could link the
Kenai River Special Management
Area Advisory Board- NOTES ONLY
May 20, 19~J'9
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Old Town area as. well as the Spur Highway. The proposal has gone to the Harbor Commission
for their review and approval.' After approval is obtained, a presentation Package will be
Prepared to seek funding. Two or more preliminary public hearings will be scheduled during the
review prOcess. Ross believed this project ~would fit under the OCS funding under the
community portion. :' '" ' ........
3) Cunningham Park - This project was funded by Kenai River Sportfishing Association. A
-wheelchair accessible gravelpath to the fiver Will be developed as' Well as an elevated walkway
along the bluff. Both will be handicap accessible. Root wads and Willtw.~fittings "are being
Placed along the banks for h~bitat restoration, C°mpletion date is julf 'l, 1999. The parking lot
by the mad was not a part of the project, but theCitY is looking at that P~ject for the future.
Leipitz remarked that the Kenai River Center received many calls concerned that the design of
the trail will eliminate possible use of the old gravel boat launch by drift boaters. Komelis stated.
they have contacted the City and the City is trying to work with them, although probably nothing
could be done this year. Ross stated that after the project is completed, the City will look at what
can be done to accommodate the drift boaters, however, he is not optimistic. At the City Council
meeting, there was significant testimony from bank fishermen that they didnot Want to 'c°mpete
with boats. He noted the park Was small and cann~Ot accommodate everyone.
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Golden commented that when the project was originally presented to the .City of Kenai, it did
include improvement of the boat ramp. He noted that the Association gave the funds to the City
of Kcnai to do' the project based upon the community desires. He believed the City made their
decision based upon the public testimony they received. ' ~ '- ':~":' '-~ "
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A. Commercial Use Committee Report None
B. Permit Committee Report - None
~"C' LegiSlative Committee Report- Ken Lancaster
Lancaster reported that Paul Gray of the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce has contacted him about
the possibility of a drift boat race fi'om Moose River to the' Soldotna Bridge on'July 4.
D. Water Quality Framework Committee Report - Les Buchholz
Buchholz commented that final signatures on the Framework Plan are still being collected. He hopes
to have it finalized by next fall. "
E. Kenai River Operations Report
Degemes reported that Brenda Kerr advised her that the boat wake study has not yet been formally
approved by the Corps. The program managers from which funds were being sought didn't feel that
a boat wake study fit the criteria. However, Ms. Kerr believes approval will be obtained by the end
of the week. Joe Dorava still feels that if ADF&G signs by the end of May that the study can be
done. Degemes is guardedly optimistic that the study will happen. If approved, Parks role will be to
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Area Advisory Board- NOTES ONLY
May 20, 1999
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work with F&G and other agencies to provide some of the in-kind services, such as providing boats
and volunteers to operate them. (Later note: The Boat Wake Study did not receive the approval
to proceed from the Corp~ as of a teleconference COnducted on June 16. The decision was
made to cancel any further planning for thi~ field season as it would not be possible to in~nre
that all the participants would be available even if' approval did occur qni¢ldy. Brenda
informed the group that she would be leaving her position to transfer to Fairbanks and that
Bob Sanders would be continuing to help see this project through to completion...)
. Degemes 'further reported that Ranger Berkhahn is on track with the Iza~ Walton Moose and Kenai
River RestOratiOn Project. The Kenai RiVer CleanUp was conducted on May 15, The downstream
pbrfioff0f the Slikok Creek'project shoUld be finished bY mid-June. The upstream portion is having
some design complication-and will' be done in 2000. The second"of the three guide orientation
progrmns Was conducted on May 8. AbOut 170 guides ParticiPated. SO far most comments have
been very good. .
PUBLIC COMMENT
Herman Fande! updated the Board regarding the progress being made by Bruce Koffler in designing a low
wake boat. He is currently in the process of receiving patent fights and working on an 18-ft boat as well as
add-ons to be placed on existing boats. There has been discussion to get a couple of his boats here for the
Kenai River Classic.
ADJOURNMENT
A. Board Comments
Shuster stated he represented:the Forest Service in Washington DC last week. He accepted an
award for the Seward Ranger District, and for Kelly Wolfe for his work with the Youth
Restoration Corps on the Russian River Restoration Project.
B. Date/Agenda of Next Meeting
Another meeting will not be scheduled until September, however, some committee meetings may
OCCl~.
Chairman Wellman adj°Umed the meeting at 8' 10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Earlene Reed, Recording Secretary for the
Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation
Kenai River Special Management
Area Advisory Board - NOTES ONLY
May 20, 1999
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Board
of Directors
CONTACT US
(907) 283-1991
283-2230 fax
kvcb@alaska.net
www. visitkenai.com
Visitors .& /
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News & Notes from The Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center · September Issue 1999
July 1999 Sets New Visitation Record
The 1999 summer tourism season is drawing
to a close. How'd we do? July was a record
month at the Kenai Visitom & Cultural Center
with 21,114 visitations, compared to the
previous record set in July 1997 at 21,008. May
and early June were slower-than-normal, but by
the time June was over, the pace had definitely
picked up as the Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center
hosted 12,007, compared to 11,786 for June 1998.
According to Mary Gabriel,..Visitor.Services
Coordinator, "Visitors were disappointed a bit that
it was difficult to spot beluga whales in Cook Inlet.
Overall though, the great sportfishing season
made a lot of people very happy."
One noticeable change about this year's season
was the increased numbers of small tour groups
who came to the Center. (See related story below.)
Almost 4,000 people took some time to sign
the Center's guest book. The top five walk-ins
Pumping
Up The
KVCB Website
For Members
www.visitkenai.com is getting BIGGER and
BEI-I'ER! In mid August, KVCB members received
information about signing up for the new hypertext
link program. The links program will allow web
page readers to read a narrative description of a
KVCB members' business and then link directly
to the KVCB member's own web site. This prOgram
has something for everyone! If members do not
have their own web site, they may choose to place
a narrative description of their business and still
reap the benefits of being a KVCB member!
After researching other Convention & Visitor
Bureau web link programs, a program was
designed that will benefit ALL KVCB members,
giving Bureau members more visibility on the
Internet. The links program is available to KVCB
members for an additional charge of $50.00 per
year for a hypertext link or $25.00 for a narrative
description only. If you have questions about the
new program, call 283-1991 for more information.
came from the states of California, Florida, Texas,
Alaska, and Washington.
When signing in, visitom are asked, "How did
you learn about us?" Referrals from friends and
relatives, and local businesses were the most
popular way. A lot of visitors said they found the
Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center by accident
because they happened to be driving by. The
Milepost was mentioned more than any other
specific publication. Many visitors simply wrote,
"guide book" or 'Visitor guide" and didn't give the
name. The guidebooks most frequently cited
include: the Lonely Planet Guide; Frommer's
Alaska; and AAA Tour Books. Twelve people said
they found the Center through the Internet. (None
of the guests who signed in during the summer of
1998 said that.)
Some of the comments about the Center were:
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Tour GrOups'-Discover Kenai
'"" :':'"" in':. Summer of 99
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The Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center was a
· popular stop on the itineraries of many tour
companies.this visitor season~ The following.
tour companies brought travelers in several
..
times over the summer' to view permanent
and' temporary exhibits," to:.listen to'a free
interpretative programi' to" learn abOut the
history and' culture of Kenai, or t0~take the
self-guided walking toUr.of Old Town Kenai:
Sfudiosus (au'niChlGermany)
Marco Polo Reisen (Kronberg,'Germany)
Rotel Tours (Germany)
Teri's Tours (White City,. Oregon)
Mayflower TOurs (Seattle, WA)
Jeanu Travel, Inc, (Seou~, Korea)
Green Tortoise Tours (Seattle, WA)
Elder Hostel- Alaska Pacific University
Smithsonian Institute Educational Tours
Fantasy Caravans
Boy Scouts of America (E~ Paso, Texas)
United Methodist Church "Nomads"
(Desmoines, Iowa)
Director's Corner
Thanks to all of you who completed the
1999 Tourism Marketing Survey which was
mailed out to KVCB members in mid-August.
This was the first time we officially polled our
members about the local tourism industry. We
wanted to know how you are advertising .your
products and services, what's been effective
and What hasn't.
RVs to empty holding tanks and take on water.
3) Need "Kenai" on highway signs entering
Peninsula from Girdwood and from Seward."
"More campgrounds, more trails, better
hotels."
"Larger hotels that can accommodate
groups, a winter tourism push for Anchorage
resident getaways: Perhaps better customer
In hindsight, we can see that there were .. service:'
a few problems with the questionnaire. First, "Better roads out north on way.to Captain
only 30 out of 220 questionnaires were. Cook." .- '
returned because we didn't give people
enough time to.fill, it out (two weeks).
Secondly, the questionnaire was not as"user-
friendly" as it should have been. Some of the,
questions simply .took too much time to
answer, or were too confUsing.
We promise to fix these problems. In
2000, we'll devise.a better, and speedier,
survey instrument.
Here are a few of the comments we
received:
Question #3: As for the Central Kenai
Peninsula area, what tourism-related
products/services or infrastructure would
you agree are needed?
"Salmon bakes, outdoor theatre, camp-
grounds."
"More and better tent campin~l, in July
at least."
"...1) Princess Tours' buses to stop in
Kenai or drive through Old Town en route to
Homer. 2) City to advertise a free location for
· .
Question #10 asked, "Please give us any
comments/complaints/observations you
may have about local, 'regional, or state
tourism in generaL"
,
"We need more "shoulder season"
activities. No fish, no tourists. More Audobon
presence for birders. Coastal trail - local
bicycle rental. Trail to the beach from Scout
Park or nearby bluff."
"...My suggestion would be to advertise
more in foreign markets, i.e., Germany,
Switzerland, etc. Foreigners stay longer,
spend more it seems. Get that foreign money
rolling in, our economy can use it."
"While I believe the Promotion of tourism
is 'strong, economic events of the past
(closure of the fisheries, etc.) have impacted
on decisions, to visit.Alaska. I personally
believe that the health of tourism is overstated
by the tourism.' council and is declining. You
may have more cruise ships, but money spent
at local business is declining."
"1 think the city of Kenai needs to pro'--,te
business. There are {'oo many aban
businesses in Kenai for too long. G~v~ a
reduced property tax for 2 years for a new
business to-come into vacant property.?"
.;
Twelve peoPle said tourism's growth rate
in the central Kenai Peninsula has been
increasing over the past few years, while eight
of you said it was too difficult to quantify. An
astounding 26 out of 30 ipeople said they
recommended a stop in the .K., enai visitors &
Cultural Center to their guests or VFRs.
During this calendar Year, 19 respondents
said have been in the Center more than 3
times, proof that ou'r muitipurpose facility:is
truly a community center.
As we move into the fall and winter seasor'~ ~
Bureau staff will be concentrating on many
projects: the design of a new print promotional
piece .on Kenai with more information on the
central peninsula arts and cultural scene,
natural history, and Alaskan Native culture;
expanding and updating www. vi~itkenai.com;
planning next summer's"Alaska 2000" nationa~
art show; and hosting a multitude of meetingS
and special events; including our upcoming
"Guys Love Tools" exhibit.
We're on our winter schedule nc
we're still open 6 days a week. If you dic~,,, tili
out the tourism marketing survey, stop in and
tell us how your summer .was. ~On behalf df
the board of directors and the staff, we're
always interested in your feedback I./~
VV~j~hen the tourists leave town, so do our
summer staff. Luckily, all of the 1999
summer staff "know the ropes" of the Kenai Visitors
& Cultural Center since all have worked here
before. We will miss students Jarod Urban, Kelly
Mason and Katie Peters when they return to
school. Jarod will be a sophomore at St. Cloud
University in Minnesota and is pursuing a degree
in Aviation. His hobbies include flying and hiking.
Summer 1999 was Jarod's second season with
KVCB. Katie will be a junior at Kenai Central High
School and her many activities include
cheerleading, hiking and spending time with
friends. Katie is an Honor Student at KCHS and
she volunteered at KVCC for two summers before
becoming a part of the regular summer staff. Kelly
will be a sophomore at Eastern Washington
University in Cheney, WA where she is majoring
in business/finance. Her hobbies include traveling,
fishing and photography. This was Kelly's second
summer at KVCC. ',Meeting new people is part of
the fun working here," she said. "You never know,
the next person to walk in could change your whole
day;' Kudos to Kelly, Jarod and Katie for a GREAT
JOB! KVCB permanent staff members are looking
forward to a different paCe--"winter in Kenai." To
start off the fall season, Karin Olson, KVCE~
bookkeeper, will go to Hawaii in Septem~;
Executive Director Kathy Tarr recently returr:-~:~'~.~::
from the Western Association of Convention
Visitors Bureaus CEO Forum in Portland, Oregon
and will attend the AVA Board meeting and
convention in Ketchikan in October. Mary Gabriel,
our Visitor Services Coordinator had a busy
summer coordinating the summer staff and
learning new computer programs. The launching
of our first summer interpretative programs kept
Education & Exhibits Manager Ricky Gease busy.
Ricky attended the "M.useums and Native
Audiences Conference" in Kodiak, August 30-
September 3. The event was sponsored by the
Smithsonian Institute. Ricky also worked with
Richard Flood, a Kenai Native and student from
Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO to d~ p
Kenai's Association of Native Artists (KA~
Amy Manuel, Administrative Assistant/Meetings
Coordinator attended an educational seminar in
Anchorage and worked to develop KVCB's Member
Hypertext Link program on www.visitkenai.com.
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',Conde Nast Traveler, Frommer's Travel Guides, and Fodor's
teamed up to create a travel-planning Web site: Concierge.com,
which was recently unveiled. The site includes a database
covering 500 destinations.
(Source: Travel Weekly, June 28, 1999)
Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council's (KPTMC) annual
Regional Tourism Conference will be held in Homer, September
24-25, 1999 at the Land's End Resort. The conference theme
this year is "Millennium Marketing." Educational sessions will be
held on Internet marketing and the role of destination marketing
organizations. The Pratt Museum will host the welcome reception
beginning at 7'30 p.m. on Friday, September 24th. The
conference opens with Business Roundtable discussions. Dr.
George Mastroyanis of UAA is the luncheon keynote speaker.
The conference ends with a banquet at 7 p.m. at Land's End.
'For more information, call 283-3850.
Western Association of Convention & Visitor Bureaus holds its
1999 annual meeting in Anchorage, October 14-17, at the Hotel
Captain Cook. The annual meeting brings together CVB staff
from nine western states including convention sales managers,
tourism managers, CEOs, visitor services staff, and
communications directors. Call WACVB at 912-443-9023 for
more information.
Before the snow flies, there's still time to check out the new
Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage and walk outside
on their beautiful grounds. Visit replicas of traditional Alaskan
Native dwellings and check out the Alaska wildflowers. If the
weather doesn't cooperate, spend time indoors watching their
highly acclaimed film on Alaska Native culture, take in a Native
dance performance, or just spend time strolling through the Hall
of Culture. The Alaska Native Heritage Center is open year round.
Congratulations to Tom Krueger and his whole family for
launching his new Hovercraft wildlife viewing tours on the
MacArthur River on the West Side of Cook Inlet. Last we heard,
Tom was busy hosting some German filmmakers and a 40-
person U.S. tour group. Kruegar's Wildlife Adventures got off
to a late start this visitor season since they didn't take delivery
of their Hovercrafts until mid-July. The' company will be fully
operational on the West Side beginning May of 2000.
KVCB is pleased to announce that Marcoa Publishing is
producing a new Central Peninsula map for the year 2000. Local
chambers of commerce in Soldotna, Kenai, and Homer, as well
as the KVCB, have endorsed the project. Marcoa published the
very popular area map of the central peninsula done in 1997
that is most widely used by the local visitor information centers.
Homer has a new "Spit Trail", according to Derotha Ferraro,
executive director, Homer Chamber of Commerce. The trail
begins at the intersection of the Homer Spit and Kachemak Drive
and runs along the spit to the harbor. The 4 mile long trail is for
walking or biking and has several pull-out areas with benches.
Bicyclists, rejoice! Work will begin next year on a new bike trail
connecting Kenai and Soldotna. The trail, dubbed the "Unity Trail"
should be completed by 2001.
How can Alaska become a more competitive destination? What
are the trends in adventure travel? Has Alaska peaked as a cruise
destination? What's happening in winter tourism? What are the
new tourism products and services? You can find all of this out
and more by attending AVA's statewide tourism convention
in Ketchikan, October 13-15. AVA's convention, "Tourism: The
North's Brightest Star", will feature a keynote speech by Dr.
Stanley Plog, one of the world's foremost travel researchers, on
'q'ravel Outlook for the New Millennium." Joe Veneto, a nationally
recognized speaker, trainer and management consultant, will
lead a breakout session, "Taking Your Show On the Road" on
how to successfully market travel products at conventions, trade
shows and sales appointments. This is the last AVA convention
of the century, and also the last official AVA convention ever, so
attendance is expected to be high. For registration information,
call AVA at 561-5733.
According to a recent consumer marketing telephone survey
conducted by Belden Research for the Anchorage Daily News
in November 1998, 6 out of 10 Anchorage area adults had
traveled to the Kenai Peninsula during the previous 12 months.
Of the 1,104 telephone interviews, respondents said the main
purpose of their trip was to either freshwater fish (35%) ocean
fish (32%) to sightsee (21%) or to visit friends and relatives (20%).
13% said they came to camp and 6% said their primary purpose
was work or business related. The towns most frequently visited
by Anchorage residents were Kenai & Soldotna.
Of those who used the Internet in the past 30 days, the top
four reasons for doing so were' to send or receive email; to get
information or shop for products and services; to do research
for work or for school; and to "arrange travel or obtain travel
information (24%).
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The Kenai Visitors'& Cultural Center conclUded its summer
schedule on Friday, September 10th. The Center is now
on winter hours. Public hours of operation are Monday
through Friday, 0:00 am to 5:00 pm with no evening hours.
(Administrative office hours
are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm,
Monday through Friday).
Throughout the fall and
%
::winter, the Center is also . ",~~ .
on Saturdays from a~;~i~~. :_,._ ':'::'.: ::
open
:.iO:O0. arn until 4:00 pm,~"' --~ J~'~-~~' i,.:.:::.
.'CloSed eachSunday. I~ ~..~,,~1~,..~
September 199~ Issue Ken;~i Vi~itrw~
Cultural Center News
Summer Interpretive
Programs Prove Popular
The summer interpretive program series proved to be very
popular With residents and visitors. An excellent group of
science speakers (Mondays), community artists (Wednesdays)
and Dena'ina heritage speakers (Fridays) presented a wide
range of programs at the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center.
Speakers from Cook Inlet Regional Citizens Advisory
Council, the Kenai Watershed Forum, Kenai Peninsula College,
the Alaska Sea Life Center, the Kenai Fishery Resource Office,
Alaska State Parks, the National Park Service, and the Kenai
National Wildlife Refuge gave excellent talks on a wide range
of science topics.
Wood bowls, fish prints, scrimshaw, weaving, watercolor
painting, beadwork, birch bark baskets, wood inlays, pottery,
custom knives, computer-generated wildlife art, wood carving,
and stone lithography were the subject of engaging, hands-
on art presentations.
Subsistence hunting, gathering and fishing, Dena'ina plant
lore, Native Youth Olympics and traditional games, the Battle
of Kenai, oral storytelling, peninsula archaeology, Alaska
Natives and Literature, and ANCSA were topics of Dena'ina
Heritage Day, put on in association with the Kenaitze Indian
Tribe, I.R.A. Many thanks to the Tribal Council, Rita Smagge,
Sasha Lindgren and Bernadine Atchinson for their support
and participation!
The programs at 3:00 pm were free and open to the public,
and usually lasted between 30 to 45 minutes with time after
for question and answers. The popularity of the interpretive
programs during its first year ensures that we will integrate it
as a permanent feature of our programming. Watch for an
exciting list of topics and speakers to be announced for the
summer of 2000. If you would like to suggest a program or
speaker, please contact Ricky at 283-1991.
~ii~:-c~nter'reb~}~d:::a S5,700::award from 'the. Grant-..,:5:.....
!':':~:! ~ i~:Aia~:~r0~:mm f~ :ih+~:XiaSka stateMuseUm:"~6:',~urchase·
:?;:andinstail tmcklightin'g:'The lighting, to be installed.in the
CUltural and AUdio-VisUal 'moms, wilt 'enhance'Our ability
to-Properly present artwork in temporary and traveling
exhibits, such as paintings and photographs. Installation
of the lighting is planned for late September. Long
designated as an area of improvement in the Center, the
upgrade became a top priority in planning for Alaska 2000:
A Celebration of Wildlife Art, which will have an expected
60 to 70 original paintings throughout the building. The
Grant-In-Aid program from the Alaska State Museum has
statewide recipients, with a $85,000 budget through the
Division of Libraries, Archives & Museums in the
Department of Education.
Earth, Fire & Fib.re
Draws Rave Reviews
The biennial Earth, Fire & Fibre art show drew large
crowds during its stay at the Center in June. Sponsored
by the Anchorage Museum of History and Art, the show
travels to five venues in Alaska. Two central peninsula
artists, Para Lambe and Laura Faeo, had selections in
the show. Pieces in wood, glass, ceramic, metal, fiber,
quilt and mixed media were on display.
Summer Photography
Exhibit Captures the Eye
The 3rd Annual Summer Exhibition of the Kenai
Peninsula Photographers Guild has been a great
success. Featuring 42 photographs from 14 area
photographers, the show was simply inspirational.
Beautiful scenes of wildlife, nature and portraits have
welcomed visitors this summer. Over one thousand
people voted for the Best of Show in the People's Ch'-~e
contest. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place announcem{, r
Best of Show was held at the closing reception, On
Thursday, September 9. The Bureau sponsored a
drawing for a framed print of the Best of Show, which
was JohnTobin's "Solitude on Skilak."The photography
guild produced a flyer for the show called "Hot Shots of
the Kenai Peninsula," which is filled with photo tips and
location suggestions. Copies are available at the Center.
Exciting Schedule
of Upcoming Exhibits
A busy line-up of temporary and traveling exhibits awaits
fall, winter and spring visitors. October 7 through November
24, alaskaWILD/99 is on display, featuring outdoor and
nature photography. A new temporary exhibit for the holiday
season is Guys Love Tools, which takes a behind-the-
scenes look at tools used to create arts and crafts. Custom
knives, wood turning, furniture arts and jeweler will be the
features in this inaugural show, December 1 - January 7.
Patriotic Arts, January 11 - 27, presents the work of area
students that celebrates America. On deck February 1
through March 10 is Quilt Artists, open to original d' '-n
quilts and wearable quilt fashions. The second [ ,I
Across the Kenai: Alaska Native Art Show returns March
22 to April 21, and will have the support of the new Kenai's
Association of Native Artists.
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~Alith financial support from the GI~I Foundation and
~ative student internship for four weeks during the summer to
~ork with Ric~ Gease, the Manager of Exhibits and Education. . :~?~?::?.?~::??~?~~=~ ...... '
Richard Flood, a 1996 graduate of Skyview High School, is a
unior at Fort Lewis College majoring in business
~dministration. The objective of the internship was to establish
~tn in-depth organizational plan for a new association of Alaska
.~lative artists on the Kenai Peninsula. The new association is
=ailed KAONA - the Kenai's Association of Native Artists.
KAONA has a mission statement, an organizational plan,
~n artist survey form, and a database of Native artists and
=orporate contacts. Richard brought into focus the wide range
~f ideas about a peninsula Native arts association. In the
· 'elatively short period of time for this internship, he quickly
,'~rasped the vision of the new organization and set to work in
~n efficient, diligent and productive manner. Richard
successfully accomplished the healthy list of objectives outlined
n the job description of the internship. One mission of KAONA
0viii be to co-sponsor the annual Across the Kenai: Alaska
Native Art Show at the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center
ear'" ~pring.
Top NASA Administrator
Visits Kenai
The "space" people keeping coming to Kenai. At the end of
August, NASA Administrator Dan Goldin made a site visit
~o the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska's office and toured
'he construction site of the future space and science
~ducational facility for Alaska's kids. Goldin brought along
T~any of his key NASA staffers along with astronaut Dr. Bonnie
)unbar, Assistant Director for University Research and Affairs.
l-he stop in Kenai was in conjunction with the NASA group's
/isit to the Kodiak Launch Facility with Senator Ted Stevens.
.~ome highlights of Administrator Goldin's visit:
· The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska will become a
formal participant in NASA educational programs to
include traveling exhibits, curriculum and on-line
programming.
· NASA will provide Pete Conrad's Apollo 12 flight suit and
other related items on "permanent" loan to the Challenger
Learning Center of Alaska as part of a memorial display
in the lobby exhibits.
· NASA will provide a display of Apollo 12 moon rock on
"',ermanent loan" to the CLC-AK as part of the Pete Conrad
~ibit.
· ,,~ASA Administrator Dan Goldin will personally attend the
official grand opening slated for April 29, 2000.
;HALLENGER LEARNING CENTER OF ALASKA
GRAND OPENING SET FOR APRIL 29, 2000!
How does a story come alive? Why do certain images stick
in our imagination while others float past into oblivion?
What skills are necessary to bind the interest of the audience
with the story being told? Interpretation is the art of revelation
of a larger truth that lies behind any statement of fact.
Interpretive programs are becoming a popular means to
engage visitors at cultural centers, museums and parks, and
in more informal settings of private tours and lodging.
Freeman Tilden wrote about the principles of
interpretation in a classic book called "Interpreting Our
Heritage." Inspired by Native American oral storytelling and
years of interaction with the National Park Service, Tilden
distilled the art of fine storytelling into six principles:
1. Any interpretation that does not somehow relate what
is being displayed or described to something within the
personality or experience of the visitor will be sterile.
2. Information, as such, is not Interpretation. Interpretation
is revelation based on information. But they are entirely
different things. However, all interpretation includes
information.
3. Interpretation is an art, which combines many arts,
whether the materials presented are scientific, historical
or architectural. Any art is in some degree teachable.
4. The chief aim of Interpretation is not instruction, but
provocation.
5. Interpretation should aim to present a whole rather than
a part, and must address itself to the whole rather than
any phase.
6. Interpretation addressed to children (say, up to the age
of twelve) should not be a dilution of the presentation
to adults, but should follow a fundamentally different
approach. To be its best will require a separate program.
The principles of interpretation hold value ,~~,~~..-,
for any Alaskan involved in the visitor ;~.--.'
industry. People are drawn to Alaska ,~~<'~:'".~': "::'~L~.~..
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not merely to observe the vast ',,~. ,~"~~'~
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landscape, but also to participate in ;.... ".',~~~'~ ."-"~'>: .... ,. . . . (- '.". .'
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the larger process of m~n~stenng toi,,". ~,. ~.'~" ~'"
the
human
mind and sp,r,t..t .~'".'./~...r
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U derstand~na how to facilitate and .;'.::
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guide that process for your ws~tor w~li".~,~ ~,. '~" ':"~-.
bring to you the best kind of reward: . ?t~;.~,.~,,...~~,._._
word of mouth. ?,..~ ~.'~J~a~... ".. · ....
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September IC)C'~ Issue Kenai Vi~itc~m & C~nnv~ntinn R~re~H
Chisik Island Fishing Charters & Enviro Cruises
Tom Wagoner
4040 Primrose Place
Kenai, Alaska 99611
(907) 283-4930
Eagle's Landing
Luke Jackson
Box 8523
Nikiski, Alaska 99635
(907) 776-5389
Kenai Native Association Inc.
Doug Campbell
215 Fidalgo, Suite Cf 101
Kenai, Alaska 99611
(907) 283-4851
Seaside Adventures
Rick & Dotti Harness
Red Mt. Box RDO
Homer, Alaska 99603
(907) 235-6672
Timber Wolf Lodge
Michael & Michelle Beals
44485 Sterling Hwy.
Soldotna, Alaska 99669
(907) 260-5752
Meeting News
The Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center hosted two special
meetings this summer. The Alaska Permanent Fund Board of
Trustees met at the Center in June. This was the first time that
the Board of Trustees has met in Kenai. Part of their itinerary
included a reception hosted by KVCB Board Member Ron Rainey
at his riverfront lodge.
Alaska Senator Ted Stevens, Lt. Governor Fran Ulmer and
Borough Mayor Mike Navarre were among the list of dignitaries
who attended the Project Impact ceremony at the Center in July.
Over 150 people attended the catered event where 43 community
leaders pledged to support the Federal Emergency Management
Agency in creating community-based disaster planning programs
such as Project Impact.
Several meetings are already scheduled well into the winter
at the Center. The Alaska Municipal League 1999 Convention
will take place in November at the Soldotna Sports Center. The
Mayor's Reception for the event will be held at the Kenai Visitors
and Cultural Center and the Welcome Reception will be at the
Pacific Rim Institute of Safety Management on Marathon Road.
The 5th Annual Statewide Bed & Breakfast Association
Convention will be held in Kenai and Soldotna, October 14th -
16th. The Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center will host the convention
delegates at a reception on October 15th.
Continued from Front Page...
"Great learning experience! .... Best visitor center in thc,
north! .... Helped us understand the country and its Nat'
people." "Pleasant kids working." "It was more than w..
expected." "Excellent exhibits throughout the Center." "Your
phones took our moneY! .... Fishing was fantastic! (this
person was from Vancouver, WA and was on his 11th
vacation to Alaska!) Those who signed the guest book said
their favorite Alaskan activities were: Fishing, sightseeing,
and wildlife viewing.
During the summer of 2000, all visitor centers on the
Kenai Peninsula (Homer, Soldotna, Seward, Kenai) will use
the same guest book sign-in form in order to gather some
helpful marketing information about visitor preferences,
such as more specific information on what their favorite
activities were on the Kenai Peninsula.
The Bureau thanks the following businesses for their
continued support of KCVB and the local tourism industry.
Alaska Heritage Tours
Alaska Troutfitters
Alaskan Fishing Adventures
Alaskan Gift & Gallery
Alaska's Lake Clark Inn
B & B Association of Kenai/Soldotna Area
Betty's RV Park
Birch Tree Gallery
Burger Bus
Clearwater Creek Camp, Inc.
Cook Inlet Charters & Reel 'em Inn
Crooked Creek RV Park
D.J. Log Cabins
Eagle Rock Enterprises
Fish On With Gary Kernan
Great Alaska Fish Camp
Jacobsen's Guide Service
Jughead Salmon Charters
Kenai Golf Course
Kenai Kings Inn
Longmere Lake Lodge B & B
Mavrik Aire
Moose Hollow B&B
North Peninsula Recreation Area
Northcountry Communications
Orca Lodge
Peninsula Clarion
Prince William Sound Cruises & Tours (Stan Stephens Cruise)
Renown Charters & Tours
Ron's Alaska Lodge
Sean's Chenega Charter Service
Tall Tales Charters
Tesoro Northstore Company
The New Peking Resturant
Veronica's Coffee House
Westmark Hotel
Whitewater Expeditions
Page 6 Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau September 1999 Issue
Candidates Announced
f6r A 'laslqa lrav.el .
Industry Association
The names of all the candidates running for a' board of
directors seat on the new Alaska Travel Industry Association
were announced on August 30. The official ATIA election
ballots with candidate profiles will be sent to the estimated
1,000 ATIA charter members statewide. The election
deadline is September 30 and winners will be announced
prior to AVA's state tourism convention in October.
Here's a list of the regions and the candidates running:
Inside Passage At-Large
(Vote for 3) (Vote for 3)
Bob Englebrecht Al Parrish
Bill Fletcher Delores Prickett
Dale Anderson Dale Fox
Kris Geldaker L. Alan LeMaster
Mike Olney Carl Berger
John A. Mazor Randy Comar
Ken Dole Ann Campbell
Linda Melchert
Southwest Bob Dindinger
(Vote for 1) Kirk Hoessle
Pam Foreman
Southcentral
Far North (Vote for 3)
(Vote for 3) Kathy Tarr
Johne Binkley Chris Von Imhof
Justin Ripley Rick Swenson
Edward Peebles Susan Springer
Frank Rose Brad Phillips
Faron Owen
Outside Thomas C. Tougas
(Vote for 3) Stephen Mahay
William Pedlar David Karp
Brad Walker Bill Elander
Torn Dow Margaret Nelson
Gary Odle Herman E. Fandel
Kim MacBeath
The Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau staff extends a big THANK
YOU! to our members who provided "FAM TRIPS" and discounts
so that we could experience and enjoy their great services this
summer. Thanks to: Alaska Native Heritage Center, AK Wildlana
Adventures, Alaska Railroad, Alaska SeaLife Center, Charlotte's
Restaurant, Great Alaska Car Company, Major Marine Tours, Oid
Town Village Restaurant, Seaside Adventures and The Pratt Museum.
Congratulations to Rebecca Cronkhite, new airport manager
for the Kenai Municipal Airport. Cronkhite, who originally hails from
Kenai, spent the last 15 years at the Fairbanks International Airport.
You might say she drove her way to the top post, beginning as a
grader operator before eventually working into her job as operations
supervisor. "Kenai's Airport is one of the most important assets of
our community," said Cronkhite. "1 look forward to working more closely
with the Kenai Visitors & Convention Bureau to market Kenai as a
regional airport."
The Kenai Chamber of Commerce appointed Amy Favretto as
the new Executive Director on June 7th. Amy grew up in Chicago
and worked for 7 years in concert promotions. She is very proud to
say that she has participated in the Polar Bear Jump-Off for the past
two years. She is busy planning the 15th Annual Chamber Wine
Auction fundraiser on October 15th. Proceeds go to sponsoring
Christmas Comes to Kenai.
Alaska is quickly gaining a reputation for its magnificent flowers
and its deft gardeners. Year after year, the Kenai Beautification .
Committee spruces up our grounds in Kenai and at the Center. They
come up with new planting ideas, weed the flower beds, and caretake
all things green and blooming. We can't thank them enough, especially
Marilyn Dimmick, Kenai City Council member, Linda Swarner, and
Bob Frates, Director of Parks & Recreation for the City of Kenai who
always does a fabulous job.
We were saddened to learn that Bob James passed away at
the beginning of the summer. Bob was the owner of Bob James
Taxidermy in Anchor Point. When the Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center
opened in 1992 under Executive Director Sue Carter, Bob donated
many of the mounted fish now on permanent display. He was
instrumental in developing fiberglass fish mounting as a taxidermy
technique. It was because of the volunteerism of key community
people such as Bob James, that the Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center's
natural history room was opened.
The KVCB will be holding elections for its board of directors
this October-November. If you, or someone you know, is
interested in running for a seat on the board, please call Kathy
Tart at 283-1991 for details.
'99 Kenai River Classic Draws Largest Participation
The 1999 Kenai River Classic (July 8-10) was a great success with 148 participants, including
nine U.S. Senators and their guests, fishing for coveted Kenai River kings. According to
Brett Huber, newly appointed Executive Director of the Kenai River Sportsfishing Association,
the Kenai River Classic is more than a celebrity fishing tournament. The Kenai River/
Sportfishing Association, which organizes the Kenai River Classic, has raised $1.4 million
...dollars for river habitat restoration and educational projects since the first Kenai River
· . ClasSic in 1993. The popular event has 15 'committee chairs and 70-80 volunteers who ~ ,~- (~
~~..W~rk hard. to make the Classic run srnoothly, The 1999 Classic was Chaired by bUSinessman
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The Orca Lodge
SPOTLIGHT
What type of guest stays at a fishing lodge?
A fisherman, certainly, but also nature
lovers, environmentalists, hikers, bird
watchers, and just about anyone else you
can think of. Which is why Joe Wackier,
owner of The Orca Lodge, markets his
business to all of them. The Orca Lodge,
which consists of six beautiful log cabins,
sits on the banks of the Kenai River just off
Funny River Road in Soldotna. And while the lodge still fills with fishermen
who dream of landing a monster king, or hooking into some reds on one of
the guided trips they offer, more and more of the guests who are arriving
may never even put a line in the water. These are the guests who are rafting
in Cooper Landing, flight seeing on the West Side of Cook Inlet, or doing
nothing more than being entertained by Joe or his long-time manager Patty
Wroe, down at the fire.
"We will always cater to the serious fisherman." Joe points out, "But we
are also marketing adventure tourism, which combines fishing with many of
the other highlights on the peninsula, such as the Kenai Fjords."
Give Joe or Patty a call at The Orca Lodge (907) 262-5649, or check out
their website at orcalodge.com.
Seaside Adventures
When you kayak with Rick and Dotti
Harness, owners of Seaside Adventures,
one thing is certain, have your camera
ready. As life-long Alaskans and naturalists,
they know where the wildlife is, and you'll
never have more fun getting to it. Combining
geology, marine biology, history, and
personal stories Rick and Dotti not only
entertain but also educate.
With an abundance of knowledge and
experience they make even the most novice
of kayakers feel safe, secure,
t~ and confident. In the protected
~ waters of Kachemak Bay you
.),..,..~ are treated to otters playin.cl,
~ ~ swooping eagles, and m~
~"X'~/'~ other marine animals.
~~ To contact Seaside
~ ~ ~~.~ Adventures give Rick or
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Seotember 15, !,999
CI. ,TY C,O ,UNCLE MEETING
PUBLIC WORKS .MANAGERS REPORT
KORNELlS
Grant Application-: ADEC 50% Matching Grant with an EDB grant for the
match.
Phase I .Feasibility Study to run water and sewer down Brid.qe Access Rpad
past fish processing plant~ to the city boating Facility.
Grant Application: ADEC 50 % Matching Grant
Phase II Construction to run water and sewer down Brfdqe..Access. Road
past fish processing plants to city boating Facility.
Grant Application: ADEC 50 % Matching Grant
Water & Sewer. Main Lin,.e Relocation at Mission. St. near the Bluff.
Grant Application: ADEC 50 % Matching Grant
Phase II - Well House No., 4 and water main line connections. Complete
construction funding.
Grant Application: Alaska Municipal Matching Grant.
S.treet Im~rov ,~.. ent Pm.qram (ItemC-3)
Existinu 1999 Water. ...System Impr.o. vement proiect ($507,350/1,103,160)
This project is about 50 % complete. The old Well House # 1 has been
removed and the new building has been erected. Since Well House # 1 is
no longer in operation over 20 % of our present water supply is coming
from Well House # 2. This is our highest production well but it also has
more tannins or organic coloring in it. That is one of the reasons our
· present water has a color to it. The other reason is season fluctuation.
Well House # 3 is doing better but still we can only provide about 80% of
our supply from that well house.
The new pump house has been erected and the piping is presently being
worked on. The old underground pump house will continue to operate
until the new pump house is ready to operate.
The required completion date is December 6, 1999. The contractor is close
to their schedule and should be complete in November.
CITY OF KENAI COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 1, 1999
"TO DO" LIST
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RC--
CLF --
Check whether laundromat behind Spenard Builders is hooked up to the
city's water and sewer system. Report back to council.
Check on availability of contractors for doing testing on FAA properties.
Check with FAA regarding replacement of OMNI Transmitters and report
back to council.
Request EDD to send Councilman Frazer a packet for their next board
meeting.
INFORMATION ITEMS
KENAI CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 15 ~ 1999
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9 / 1 / 99 Kenai City Council Meeting "To Do" List.
9 / 8 / 99 Public works Department, Project Status Report.
8/20/99 Activity Summary: 1999 Personal Use Fishery.
9/99 Greater Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, Your Chamber Today.
9/23/99 Kenai River Special Management Area Meeting Agenda and minutes of
5/20/99 meeting.
9/99 Kenai Visitors ga Convention Bureau, Inc., News & Notes.
Carol Freas
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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 15, 1999
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
htt~' //www. ci.kenai.ak.us
ITEM B:
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS {10 minutes)
ITEM C:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Ordinance No. 1841-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $100,000 in the Forest/Redoubt Water and Sewer
Crossings Capital Project Fund.
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Substitute Ordinance No. 1841-99 - Increasing Estimated
Revenues and Appropriations by $140,000 in the Forest/Redoubt
Water and Sewer Crossings Capital Project Fund.
.
Ordinance No. 1842-99 - Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $6,300 in the General Fund for a Public Library
Assistance Grant.
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Resolution No. 99-54 - Listing the City's Alaska Department of
Community and Economic Development FY 2001 Capital Project
Matching Grant Program Projects in Priority for a Request in State
Funding.
ITEM F:
CORRESPONDENCE
ITEM G:
OLD BUSINESS
ITEM H:
NEW BUSINESS
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Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
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Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
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Discussion- Property Use Plans/Tract C, Daubenspeck Property; FAA
Tract Property; FAA Football Field.
.
Discussion- Ice Rental Fee/Multi-Purpose Ice Facility
EXECUTIVE SESSION - Annual Evaluation of City Attorney and City Clerk.
allows, the evaluation of the City Manager will be held as well.
If time
ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT
MAKE 22 PACKETS
COUNCIL PACKET DISTRIBUTION
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
Mayor and Council~¢//~
Fire Department
Police Department
Senior Center
Library
Attorney
City Manager
Finance
Public Works
Airport
Clerk
Taylor
Springer
Kcbschull
Kiln
Clarion
Parks & Rec.
Engineer
AGENDA DISTRIBUTION
STP
Public Wks. Shop
Bldg. Maintenance
Bldg. Official
Streets
Dock
STP
Official Bulletin Board
Fax by computer to (see Microsoft Fax from printer list; Address Rook; Contacts;
A~enda List:
Assembly Members Jon Little (Daily News/Soldotna)
KSRM (Attn: Dan Meeks) KVCC
Bill lies, HEA KDLL
Kenai Chamber of Commerce EDD
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 should be faxed as soon as possible after Noon on packet
day. Home Page documents (agenda, resolutions and ordinances for public hearing) are
saved as HTML fries by each department to Clerk's HTML file. Place them there onto the
city's website from there as soon as possible.